Yesterday we lit the second Advent candle, the candle of peace. During another week that seemed full of sadness and tragedy in the world, it was good to gather together, seek solace in God, and share community with one another. We were reminded: “Even where there is war and discord, whether between countries, within families or…
Over 100 children and parents from our congregation, our preschool, and our neighborhood gathered yesterday in the church basement for our annual Advent workshop—making everything from sugar-cube houses to tin luminaries to wine-glass snow globes. Thanks to Cathy Baldwin for organizing such a charming and successful event! To quote the Grinch, “Oh the noise, noise, noise, noise!” It was a symphony.
Kick off the holiday season at our Advent workshop! You and your young ones are invited to make a variety of Christmas decorations and ornaments this Sunday, Dec. 6, 3 to 5 p.m. Helpful hosts will show you how to make the projects, each costing between 50 cents and $2. Parents help preschoolers through first graders; older children are encouraged…
Yesterday during worship, we lit the first candle of Advent, a time of hopeful anticipation and preparation. “Christ is coming. Christ is always coming, always entering a troubled world.” These were among the words we shared as we lit the candle, hoping for peace and looking forward to Christmas. If you haven’t participated in an Advent service yet,…
This year’s shepherds practice their lines in our refurbished third-floor space during a rehearsal of the Christmas pageant. Our kids are looking forward to performing their musical version of this wondrous story for you on Sunday, December 20.
Two lefse stations, two lefse recipes and two lefse experts—longtime members Pam and Marge—led 75 people in the fine art of lefse-making this morning in our church basement. In between learning history of the beloved potato bread, picking up clever tips (like how to freeze lefse) and taking turns at the griddle, attendees got to taste other Norwegian delicacies (also made…
It’s not too late to register for our visit to Mia, a.k.a. the Minneapolis Institute of Art. EMC members will view the “Delacroix’s Influence” exhibit on Friday, Nov. 13. Molly Cox and Laura Simonson are organizing. Contact the office to register. Tickets are $20 each.
During our Sunday worship, member Bill DeLaittre gave a moving invocation in honor of his fellow veterans. Bill’s speech reminded us that too often we take our safety and security for granted and that we need to remember these protections are granted to us by many people whom we will never know or have the opportunity to thank. His speech included this reminder: “Please let…
A dozen members kicked off last Saturday with a volunteer effort for our preschool. The energetic crew shoveled tons (and tons!) of gravel, ensuring that the stones were even with the sidewalk to keep little ones safe on our playground.
Five middle-schoolers volunteered Sunday morning at Minneapolis Crisis Nursery, prepping a snack of “pencils,” made from cheese sticks, spent time with several kids, and taught an impromptu class on braiding. Thanks for encouraging your kids to serve others!