Faith Talk —
Sunday Morning Adult Education Hour from 10:40 – 11:30 am in the Parish Hall
+ February 5 Presentation for Thrivent members to determine Choice Dollar Funds allocations.
+ February 12 We will be welcoming Mr. Clements from the Church of Latter-Day Saints. Mr. Clements will be teaching and leading a discussion about the practices and beliefs of the Mormon religion.
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Wednesday Evening Adult Education –
Lenten Experience = Study, Supper, & Worship
“A community in God called to learn, grow, and support”…our life together as disciples of Christ called “to the measure of the full nature of Christ.” – Eph. 4:12.
Our Lenten focus for 2012 will be the six marks of discipleship. The first mark is to pray daily. Just like the days of the early church, we are gathered by the Holy Spirit to worship God daily, which is the second mark of discipleship. Reading the Bible is the third mark of discipleship. While service is the fourth mark of a disciple. Being in relationships that nurture spiritual growth is thefifth mark. Living a generous life and learning what it means to give of time, talents, and resources is the sixth mark of a disciple.
Lenten Bible Study
The resource for this season of growing as Christ’s followers is Real Faith for Real Life by Michael W. Foss. The book costs $10.50. Come to one of the Bible Study sessions offered during the week. Sessions are Wednesday at 4:15-5:15pm and at 7:45-8:30pm. Please sign-up for one of the Bible Study sessions & reserve a copy of “Real Faith for Real Life” at the Information Desk or call the Church office (612-866-8471).
Simple Suppers
Participate in Simple Suppers by signing up to bring a crock pot of your favorite soup. There are sign-up sheets at the Information Desk.
Serving is from 5:30pm – 6:30pm on February 29, March 7,14,21,28
For further information please contact Pastor Anne Hokenstad at ahokenstad@house-of-prayer.com or Pastor Ken DeFor at kdefor@house-of-prayer.com
Lenten Services Schedule
Ash Wednesday, February 22 – 10:30 am and 7 pm
Lenten Wednesdays at 7 pm – February 29, March 7, 14, 21, 28
Maundy Thursday – April 3 – 10:30am & 7 pm
Good Friday – April 4 – 7 pm
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After Lent our current Bible study will resume. It is an overview of Genesis through Revelation that introduces the key people, places, and events of scripture in an easy-to-understand story. Participants are invited to explore where they fit in the greatest story and how
the greatest story fits in their lives. Each session is visually depicted through captivating session videos that feature the sand art of renowned artist Joe Castillo.
When: November 2011 through May 2012 (Study takes a break during Lent)
Where: Parish Hall
Time: Wednesday Evenings at 6: 30pm
Cost of Materials: $15.00
Sign-up at the Information Desk.
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Book Discussion Group ~ (Meets first Thursday of each month at 7 pm)
Everyone is welcome!
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Lectionary Bible Study ~
Meets each Thursday from 9:30- 11:00 am. to discuss the upcoming Sunday morning Bible texts. Coffee is served. All are welcome.
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Green Team!
“Bring Your Own Coffee Cup or Water Mug to Church” Initiative This will help save some styrofoam from going into the landfill and will also save our congregation money. What an easy way to leave your green footprint here at HoP. Don’t forget to bring your mug next Sunday (and for the following Sundays.)
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Weekly GREEN Tip: Insulating the first 10-15 feet of hot water pipes coming from your hot water heater will save you money as the water in the pipe stays hot. This is a simple project that will generally cost less than $5.00 and pay itself back in a year.