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 If you would like to be a part of any activities please contact the church office, Pastor Jim or a Council Member for information. |
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| TO GO TO A DESCRIPTION OUTREACH Muggers Welcome Ministry MEALS Monthly Potluck Funeral Lunches Lenten Meals Easter Breakfast MEN Monthly Activities MUSIC Son Rays Choir Special Music
| OF THOSE ACTIVITIES.WOMEN WELCA (Women of the ELCA) Crazy Quilters WORSHIP Worship Helpers Altar Guild Worship Decorators YOUTH Sunday School Youth Group Vacation Bible School Confirmation
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ADULT STUDIES |
Click to go back to list of activities.ADULT FORUM "Faith and Life: Putting It All Together". Adult Forum is held each Sunday from September through May at 10:00 am in the Conference Room. Join us for a lively discussion of faith, values, and current events. Study Leader: Pastor Jim BIBLE STUDIES The following groups meet in the Conference Room for a time of learning, discussion, praying, and worshiping our God Mondays at 10:00 a.m. A group of men and women meet each week -led by Pastor Jim Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. Men of St. Ansgar meet each week-led by Pastor Jim Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. A study for St. Ansgar men- led by Pastor Jim Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. Carol M. leads a study for the women of the church | |
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CONGREGATIONAL CARE |
Click to go back to list of activities.HOSPITAL CARE TEAM This group visits people in the hospital and prays with them. We do not take Pastor Jim's place, but we help make sure people are visited more often. PRAYER CHAIN You may request to have yourself, a family member or a friend added to our prayers for the length of time needed. We welcome new links to the Chain. SHUT-IN VISITORS Congregation members help Pastor Jim visitor our shut-ins to bring Communion to them. This way everyone receives communion at least once a month. | |
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COMMITTEES |
Click to go back to list of activities.CHURCH COUNCIL The St. Ansgar Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. If you have questions, concerns or good ideas for the church, stop us in the hallway, leave a message at the church office or come and visit the Council meeting. We need to hear from you! DREAM TEAM We dream the dreams about the direction and future of St. Ansgar. Are you called to be a dreamer? PROPERTY COMMITTEE We are a sounding board for mechanical and maintenance issues. We assess the problem and arrange needed repairs. HOUSE OF HOPE House of Hope gives young mothers a chance to start over, when to them all seems lost. We help this ministry through our offerings, gifts and work projects. STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE St. Ansgar strives to serve God as a mission oriented church. Ourcommittee helps guide our efforts by challenging us to offer our resources to God--our time, talents, gifts and prayers. SOCIAL CONCERNS MINISTRIES We meet about every two months to discuss community programs, projects and opportunities in response to the needs of children and families. | |
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OUTREACH |
Click to go back to list of activities.MUGGERS We are a group that brings a St. Ansgar mug--along with a church brochure and small bag of candy to people who have worshiped with us for the first time. It's our way of saying, "Thank you for worshiping with us, and we would like to have you come back." WELCOME MINISTRY Our group serves to help others come closer to God by ensuring a welcoming worship experience. We offer a friendly hello, guide visitors, care for God's house and share our faith in order to help St. Ansgar fulfill its mission. | |
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MEALS |
Click to go back to list of activities.MONTHLY POTLUCK Our congregation and friends meet at 5:30 on the second Wednesday each month for food, fun and fellowship. Plates, glasses and settings are provided.Everyone is welcome. We always have more than enough food. EASTER BREAKFAST The men's group get up really early to get a meal ready for us on Easter morning. Homemade donuts are a highlight!! LENTEN MEALS Before worship during Lent we meet together for a meal. Congregation groups take turns planning and preparing the meal. FUNERAL LUNCHES Lunches are served in the Fellowship Hall following funerals. We need people to provide salads, cakes and to help with preparation and serving. MENS GROUP MEALS Our Mens Group prepares meals for us through out the year. | |
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MUSIC |
Click to go back to list of activities.SON RAYS We are the worship leaders for alternative worship on Sunday. We play guitar, drums, keyboard and sing. If you would like to sing or play with us contact Pastor Jim. CHOIR We are a fun loving group who praise God with our sings. There are no auditions. We meet Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. and sing for an hour. If you like to have a good time and love to sing please join us. SPECIAL MUSIC If you are a musician and/or a vocalist you are more than welcome to share music with the congregation during worship. Just talk to Pastor Jim to let him know when you would like to do this. | |
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WOMEN |
Click to go back to list of activities.WOMEN OF THE ELCA (WELCA) ESTHER CIRCLE Meets on the third Tuesday of each month in the Fellowship Hall. Pastor Jim leads the Bible study starting at 7:00 p.m. We also support several area service projects. We welcome new members. RUTH CIRCLE Meets the first Wednesday of each month in the Fellowship Hall. Pastor Jim leads the Bible study at 12:00 p.m. We are involved in and sponsor several functions during the year. CRAZY QUILTER"S We meet twice a month on the second Thursday and Fourth Wednesday at 9:00 to make quilts. The coffee is always hot.
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WORSHIP |
Click to go back to list of activities.WORSHIP HELPERS Readers Acolytes Assisting Ministers Ushers We are the people who read scripture, chant, light the candles, pass out bulletins and help distribute Holy Communion. We are always looking for more help! ALTAR GUILD If you are a behind the scenes person, but want to do your part, this is for you. Duties are light and easy: preparing for communion, checking candles, dusting and cleaning up after services. We need help on Sundays and Mondays with this important ministry. WORSHIP DECORATORS We decorate the sanctuary, altar area and entryways with seasonal colors and themes. This includes making banners, flower arrangements and other altar decorations.
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YOUTH |
Click to go back to list of activities.SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday School is open to every child from age 4 through the 6th grade. We meet ever on Sunday after worship for 45 minutes. Learning about Jesus is the most important thing we do but we also sing, do crafts, and occasionally perform for the congregation. YOUTH GROUP St. Ansgar's young people of all ages meet for fun activities and service projects. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Our VBS meets at night for a series of four nights sometime during the summer. We emphasize community service, bible study, crafts, recreation and song. CONFIRMATION Pastor Jim meets with a group of youth every Wednesday during the School Year to study the Bible, enjoy group fellowship and discuss important topics. It is a two year program starting in the Sixth grade. If you would like your child in Confirmation please contact Pastor Jim. | |
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