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A N EWSLETTER FOR M EMBERS & F RIENDS OF M OUNT O LIVET L UTHERAN C HURCH
Believing, Belonging, Becoming
JUNE 2016
VOLUME 4, ISSUE 6
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June is a month of celebrations, graduations, and the beginning of
our beloved Cathedral of the Pines camping season. There is much to
celebrate at Mount Olivet, and with nearly 1500 youth signed up for our
summer programs already, it is clear that God is up to something good at
Mount Olivet.
On June 5, we will celebrate the mission and ministry of Mount
Olivet. Your pastors and I look forward to gathering with you between
services as we give thanks to the many people who share their time
and talents throughout the year to make the ministry of Mount Olivet
possible. Festive music, mini-donuts, and great fellowship between
services make this a great weekend to invite a friend or neighbor to
experience all that Mount Olivet has to offer. The entire staff will be on
hand to greet you or answer questions about what’s happening in and
around Mount Olivet.
And, speaking of what is happening around Mount Olivet, I’m
often asked “What is happening with our capital campaign?”
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JUNE 2016
WORsHiP @ MOU Nt OL iv Et
Join Us for Worship!
MiNNEaPOLis caMPUs
5025 KNOX avE s
MPLs, MN 55419
612.926.7651
WEst caMPUs
7150 ROLLiNG acREs RD
victORia, MN 55386
952.767.1500
WED, JUNE 1
The Right of Ordination with Holy Communion
For Seminarian David Bjorklund
MPLs 10am, Reception Following, congregation invited
SUN, JUNE 19
SUN, JUNE 5
MPLs 9, 10, 11am
sermon: Pastor MacLean
Music: Julie Johnson, flute
WEst 9, 10 am
sermon: Pastor Hammersten
Music: ian snyder, violin
The Third Sunday after Pentecost
& Volunteer Sunday
Nursery 9, 10am; Holy communion 8:30am
MPLs 9, 10, 11am
sermon: Pastor Johnson
Music: Monroe crossing
WEst 9, 10 am
sermon: Pastor Youngdahl
Music: Barbary coast Dixieland showband
Nursery 9, 10am
WED, JUNE 22
Prayer & Praise
MPLs 10am
coffee & cookies, 10:30am, Mpls Lower Narthex
SUN, JUNE 26
WED, JUNE 8
Prayer & Praise
The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
& Communion Sunday
The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
MPLs 10am
coffee & cookies, 10:30am, Mpls Lower Narthex
SUN, JUNE 12
The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
Nursery 9, 10am; Holy communion 8:30am
MPLs 9, 10, 11am
sermon: Pastor cornils
Music: amanda Jenkins, soprano
WEst 9, 10 am
sermon: Pastor Youngdahl
Music: Julie Johnson, flute
Nursery 9, 10am; Holy communion 8:30am
MPLs 9, 10, 11am
sermon: Pastor Bakken
Music: carah Hart, soprano
WEst 9, 10 am
sermon: Pastor Enoch
Music: amanda Jenkins, soprano
WED, JUNE 29
Prayer & Praise
MPLs 10am
coffee & cookies, 10:30am, Mpls Lower Narthex
Lake Harriet Bandshell Worship
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10am
sermon: Pastor Kalland
Music: cathedral choir
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Summer Coffee
WED, JUNE 15
Prayer & Praise, Communion
MPLs 10am
coffee & cookies, 10:30am, Mpls Lower Narthex
Begins on Sunday, June 12,
following all worship services in
the Mpls lower narthex and
West narthex. Hosted by the
Board of Life & Growth.
Everyone is welcome to
join the fellowship!
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I am pleased to report that $13.5 million
has been received to date with over $9.4
million of that amount expended to build
the new front entrance, elevator, parking lot,
and kitchen renovations at our Minneapolis
Campus; for preliminary East and West
addition expenses; and for the Redeemer
partnership. Many thanks to all whose generosity made this possible
and to those who continue to pay their pledges. We are most appreciative.
As to next steps, here is a recap of what I recently told the staff ...
The process and timeline for moving forward are as follows: In
conversation with the personnel and finance committee, I have agreed to
write a “white paper” outlining the facts as we know them pertaining to
both the West Campus and Mpls Campus James Avenue additions. This
will be presented to the Congregation Council in June and will include
estimated construction costs. The plans for the James Avenue addition are
completed, and the plans for the West Campus addition are still under
development, but that task force is working diligently. Both plans will
be submitted for approval by the Congregation Council at its September
meeting.
The number one priority for congregational dollars remains our
annual stewardship effort – these gifts are foundational and support
mission and ministry. Capital dollars always are sought as gifts beyond
regular giving. We give annually out of our earned income. Giving
to capital purposes is either extra giving out of income, or out of
accumulated assets, or through estate planning. Because both our affiliated
organizations and our church depend on strong year-end giving to meet
budgets, the drive for capital purposes would begin after January of 2017.
We will be doing much planning for the capital campaign, talking
with potential donors, enlisting leadership, and doing research. We
estimate the total expense for both projects will be over $20 million,
and we already have $10 million in pledges and gifts both paid and
outstanding. In the meantime, costs go up about 4% per year. We can
see a path to success, but it will take the generosity of many, many
households. We need our members who did not participate the last
time around to join us in this transformative effort. To those who have
already given to the campaign, we extend our sincere thanks and hope
you will continue to support with an extra gift. Estate gifts continue to
bless our congregation, and there are several estate gifts that have not yet
been designated. Some portion will need to be put into the Foundation
(previously called the Endowment Fund) for the future, a portion will be
needed to meet annual expenses, and another portion will be used for the
capital campaign.
We continue to encourage one capital campaign embracing the
concept of “one church, two campuses.” We also know that donors have
passions for certain projects, and they will be able to designate where their
gifts go.
These are exciting times for our church. Thank you for your
partnership.
April 19 - May 16
Baptisms
Samantha Louise Baker, daughter of Meredith & Chris
Anders Thor Bentzien, son of Laura & Kyle
Elodie Kristine Betts, daughter of Gretchen & Tom
Addison Jane Bray, daughter of Carlene & Michael
Harrison Joe Buch, son of Brittany & Jeff
Sophie Kay Chucko, daughter of Lauren & Kristopher
Charles Timothy Cox, son of Stephanie & Stephen
Elijah Steven Duke Johnson, son of Erin & Eric
Emmett Thomas Dunker
Theodore Walter Dunker, sons of Kristen & Shane
Charles Dana Ideen, son of Sarah & John
Lucas Steven Larsen, son of Brianne & Troy
Theodore William Larson, son of Abby & Michael
Gabrielle Marie Mader, daughter of Anne & Matthew
Radley Max Marben, son of Jennifer & Zac
Francesca Rose Mediate, daughter of Jessica & Rocco
Benjamin David Melroe, son of Yvonne & Gregory
Brier Ellison Pappenfus
Emerson Reese Pappenfus
Isla Grace Pappenfus, children of Aimee & John
Asher Richard Tedesco, son of Rosy & Rick
Saylor Jonathon Wood, son of Kathryn & Cameron
Henry Christopher Wynveen, son Elizabeth & Paul
Edward Olaf Zavadil, son of Miranda & Josh
Weddings
Vicki Braegelmann & Reed Nystrom, May 14
Bailyn Johnson & Phillip Johnson, May 14
Deaths
Lois M. Ahlbom, 1924 - 2016
Bret L. Betterman, 1977 - 2016
Robert J. Cabillot, 1926 - 2016
Dorothy M. Freeberg, 1926 - 2016
William C. Johnson, 1924 - 2016
John F. Kapacinskas, 1966 - 2016
James W. Klevin, 1942 - 2016
Phyllis A. Long, 1939 - 2016
Bernice Spande, 1913 - 2016
Genevieve Swenson, 1921 - 2016
Angelina E. Vinje, 1933 - 2016
Laurel A. Zieman, 1951 - 2016
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Pastor Dennis Johnson
Interim Senior Pastor
Life & Growth
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Devotions
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MOUNT OLIVET MES SE NGER
It Is God Who
Makes It Grow
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During the
spring time I am
always drawn to the
tractors out in the
field, whether they
are tilling up the
land or planting
the corn in the
field. Maybe it is
because my grandparents
grew up on the farm. But whatever the
reason I wonder how the field will do.
Then after a few weeks, I am
amazed at the dotted rows with
new green growth breaking
through the dirt. Each time, as
I watch the corn grow taller and
taller, I am reminded of St. Paul
when he said, “I planted, Apollos
watered, but God gave the growth.
So neither the one who plants nor
the one who waters is anything, but
only God who gives the growth”
(1Cor. 3:6-7). Every farmer will
tell you the moment after you plant
the corn it is all up to God. You can
make sure that the crops are watered
and fertilized, but it is up to God to
make it grow.
In our own lives are we any different?
We can eat healthy and exercise, but
without God we are nothing. It is God
who makes us grow in order to achieve
our full potential – to care for God’s
creation and to care for one another. It
is God’s grace and forgiveness that was
given through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross
that gives us the chance to shed the sins
we have committed and grow stronger.
Thanks be to God, that our rock of our
salvation is the foundation from which we
gather our strength. God will not leave us
but make us stronger each and every day.
Now go out and enjoy God’s creation and
see that God is good. – PastOR BaKKEN
Mount
Olivet
Celebrates
Volunteers
& Ministry
June 5 Afte
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Sun 6/5 After Worship
MPLS Park
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WEST Outsi ing Lot, Music by MO
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Services, Mpls & West.
trance, Mus NROE CROSSING
ic by BAR
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BARY C
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Visit the tables
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representing the
various Mount Olivet
ministry programs to learn about volunteer
opportunities and receive a thank-you gift for your support.
Special music: MONROE CROSSING at Mpls and BARBARY COAST
DIXIELAND SHOWBAND at West. Yes, there will be mini-donuts!
God’s Kids Sing!
This summer marks the 19th year
of God’s Kids Sing!, a fun-filled creative
arts camp. In my lifetime, I have been a
camper, a counselor, a college assistant,
and a GKS! staff member. I have loved
it all – from tie-dying our performance
t-shirts as a camper to leading songs
and games and teaching young
children about music and the love of
Jesus Christ. This year, I look forward
to serving as the camp coordinator
alongside my fellow music educator,
Justin Nellis.
As a person who grew up at Mount Olivet, my
faith has always been an integral part of my life. GKS! provides the
opportunity for me to share the compassion and kindness of Jesus with
open-hearted children. I am also an elementary music teacher and I value
the arts and the skills this camp helps children discover. I am grateful for
programs like God’s Kids Sing! that create environments where children
can discover and embrace their creativity while feeling safe and loved.
Children in first grade through sixth grade spend their days singing,
playing instruments, drawing, painting, dancing, and learning about the
works of Jesus. They are encouraged to explore, discover and create on a
daily basis. They also see modeled for them the kindness and compassion
of Jesus Christ. They learn how to work with each other, how to treat
each other with kindness, and how to love one another, just as God loves
each and every one of them.
It is programs like GKS! that teach children how to be loving people.
I am grateful for this camp and all it has brought to my life and the lives
of many others!
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! I hope to see you at
GKS! – caRaH (cLaFLiN) HaRt, sHOWN iN aBOvE PHOtO ON LEFt as a GKs!
caMPER ciRca 1998.
tHiNKiNG WitH ...
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God of day break, God of shadows, come and light
our hearts anew. – ELW #561
Summer Planning:
Measuring the
Results
Management master Peter Drucker
famously encouraged mission-driven organizations to manage by
objectives, urging managers to “focus on results.” As mission-driven
members of families and managers of our households, we are wise
in planning our personal and family summer activities based on the
objectives and results we hope to achieve. Imagine the possibilities in
considering, “Attentive to God’s gracious purposes for me and my loved
ones, my /our mission for this summer is …”
If measuring the results of your summer planning resonates with
you, I encourage you and your family to pivot off what I am prayerfully
planning to achieve: to experience a deeper awareness and sharing of
God’s love; the Holy Spirit creating a renewed heart within me – a deeper
love for God and for my loved ones; a loving spirit that extends to those
around me through all I say and do.
Consider markers leading to meaningful change …
• Pray the Psalms at the beginning and /or close of the day.
Need some encouragement? Search “Bono and Eugene Peterson the
Psalms” on YouTube.
• Plan to worship every Sunday wherever you are “live” at our two
campuses, on radio at 11am via WDGY 740AM, or as part of our
virtual congregation at www.mtolivet.org. When vacationing on the
North Shore remember you are welcome to worship at Cathedral of
the Pines nightly at 7:30pm and Sundays at 10am.
• Add spiritually nutritious midweek worship at “a holy
place apart”– Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center,
Wednesdays, June 15 through August 10.
It may seem a daunting exercise establishing God-pleasing objectives
in your summer planning, and none of us can expect perfection.
However, be assured the Holy Spirit will guide us and grace us in
planning for a summer unlike any other. – PastOR cORNiLs
VBS!
Vacation Bible
School (4yrs-2nd Gr)
June 2 016
FROM PastOR KaLLaND
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Hebrews 10: 19-20
Revelation 3:5
John 12:25
2 Corinthians 4:17
Job 19:25
John 14:6
Proverbs 10:7
John 3:16
Isaiah 56:5
John 15:13
1 Chronicles 16:12
Isaiah 46:9
Psalm 77:11
1 Peter 4:14
Malachi 3:10
Proverbs 3:9
Acts 3:6
Matthew 6:21
1 Samuel 2:6-7
Revelation 3:17
1 Corinthians 16:13
Joshua 1:9
Ephesians 5:25
James 1:20
Isaiah 40:31
Joshua 24:15
Psalm 16:8
1 Timothy 6:17
Galatians 5:1
Isaiah 61:1
Confidence
Dressed in White
Keep It
Momentary
I Know
Inclusive or Exclusive?
Righteous
Love
Endure Forever
Greater Love
Remember
There is No Other
Of Long Ago
Are You Insulted?
Bring It All
Honor the Lord
Walk
Where is Your Treasure?
Humbles and Exalts
Do You Realize?
Be On Guard
Wherever You Go
Husbands
Careful
Renewed Strength
Choose
Where are You Looking?
Where is Your Hope?
Freedom
Proclaim Good News
JUNE 2 016
6/20-6/23 9-11:45am Daily,
Mpls & West. Featuring Bible
stories, music, story time,
games, crafts, a special skit,
and more. Cost: $40 includes t-shirt, CD,
snacks, materials. VBS VOLUNTEERS (7TH-12TH GR+) Required 6/19
training 11am-1pm, Mpls & West Youth Centers.
Daily Readings
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News & Updates
World Hunger Sunday Food Drive
Sun 7/17 Mpls & West Parking Lots. At the
Mpls Campus we will be partnering with
Urban Ventures to have their “farmers
market” food truck on site, which features
CityKid™ food grown on the Greenway
in Mpls. 100% of proceeds from CityKid
Markets fuel Urban Ventures’ programs.
Plus, your purchase gives teens a first
job experience and allows for people in
“USDA Food Deserts” to have access to
fresh, pesticide-free produce. You will be
able to purchase fresh produce to donate
to the food drive, which will benefit
VEAP, and to take home for yourself.
To learn more, visit http://urbanventures.
org/citykid-markets. Of course we still
will accept non-perishable food and
monetary donations! Food and monetary
donations collected at the West Campus
will benefit Bountiful Basket of Eastern
Carver County. Questions: Katie Shepherd
kshepherd@mtolivet.org.
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sLiNDE, DEBRa PaGE, DORis BUERKLE, DEB KiND, JOHN KaPaNKE, GaRY WERt.
NOt PictURED: DavE KROOG.
Call Committee Update
The senior pastor call committee continues to meet regularly and
at the time of this printing was in the process of reviewing candidate
names. Each name is carefully, prayerfully, and confidentially vetted
through research by the call committee. Once the list is affirmed by the
committee, interviews will commence. Prior to interviewing a candidate,
the call committee puts forth considerable effort and work, listening to
sermons, researching references, and visiting congregations.
“We recognized the presence of the Holy Spirit throughout this
process,” said committee member Nate Slinde. “The candidates go
through their own discernment process, and just as the Holy Spirit is at
work in them, we pray the Holy Spirit will continue to guide us.”
“We remain grateful for the continued thoughts and prayers of the
congregation,” said committee member Gary Wert.
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Mount Olivet School of Music
Summer Session Begins the
Week of June 13!
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Summer is a great time to learn a
new instrument or brush up on your
skills! Private lessons for students
of all ages and abilities.
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Strings • Voice • Piano
Brass • Woodwinds • Guitar
To register or for more information:
Rebecca Mason 612.767.2262
mosom@mtolivet.org
The Mount Olivet School of Music is a featured school of the
Yale Institute for Sacred Music,and school staff have served as
presenters for its Parish-based Music Schools Workshops.
In addition to the great spiritual
sustenance they provide, sales from
Rev. Terry Morehouse’s Traveling
Home and other books have now
netted $3,500 for ELCA World /
Hunger / Disaster Relief! Included among the
efforts helped are the Syrian Refugee Crisis, the Ecuadorian Earthquake
Disaster, and ongoing World Hunger needs here and all around the
world. Thank you! Your purchase made a difference. Books continue to
be available for purchase at the Mpls office and West information desk.
Devotional Booklet
This year’s devotional booklet shares thoughts on
the theme One God. One Faith. Our prayer is that
the readings will inspire you in your walk with
Christ. The booklet is not date specific, so it may
be used anytime of year. Booklets are available at
the Mpls & West Campus offices and info desks.
If you’d like prayers for yourself, family, or
friends, make your request using first name(s) only at 612.767.2300
or at www.mtolivet.org/care/prayer-ministry.
Prayer Ministry
No “Ommmmmms” About It!
Meditation is growing in popularity. It’s on the radar of doctors,
journalists, self-help enthusiasts, pain sufferers and serenity seekers. More
and more people are pursuing the “state of profound, deep peace that
occurs when the mind is calm and silent, yet completely alert,” as www.
freemeditation.com describes the practice. And with good reason.
The benefits of meditation are myriad. It can improve concentration
and keep the brain nimble, foster positive emotions and help us be more
accepting of ourselves. Meditation can reduce stress and anxiety as well
as boost our cardiovascular and immune health. In a nutshell, it helps us
relax – mentally, physically, and emotionally.
When we practice Christian meditation to focus on God’s word,
character, and presence, we reap all these benefits and get the added bonus
of growing closer to God.
So then why aren’t we all meditating all the time? As compelling as
the benefits are, it’s not an easy practice to build. Our culture pushes us
to GO! and DO! Stopping to simply be in God’s presence goes against
the grain. If you need a supportive, distraction-free place to develop your
Christian meditation practice, we offer Mount Olivet’s Oasis. Here you’ll
discover a sacred space that encourages you to lean into God, slow your
thoughts, and listen with your heart so you can be filled with God’s grace.
Stop by for as long as you like. You won’t have to pretzel your legs or
sound out a long “Ommmmmm.” Just start by sitting comfortably and
inviting God’s presence. Christian meditation is a form of prayer – one
that doesn’t rely on words as much as turning our hearts and minds toward
God. If that sounds too open-ended, we have available printed devotions,
prayers, and Bible verse meditations to inspire your time with God.
When we follow the direction of Psalm 46:10 to “Be still, and know
that I am God,” we learn to hear God’s voice more clearly. In a world with
so many competing voices continually upping their volume and frequency,
hearing God more clearly – sensing God’s love, peace, and grace – is
something we all can benefit from.
Visit the Oasis MPLS Tuesdays 7am-7pm, Youngdahl
Chapel (starting June), WEST Thursdays, 9am-3pm, Sanctuary (starting in
September). A space where you can be still, think uninterrupted thoughts,
and have a quiet conversation with God.
Walk with a Pastor MPLS Tuesdays 6/14,
6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23 5-6pm; WEST Mondays 6/20 & 7/18 6-7pm.
You are invited to join one of our beloved pastors and other walking
friends for some friendly conversation, good exercise, and a slice of
serenity. MPLS route: Begin / end at the Youngdahl Chapel, complete one
circuit of Lake Harriet. WEST route: Begin / end the church sanctuary
and walk along the LRT trail (3 miles total). We will start each walk with
devotions and end with an opportunity for personal prayer or reflection.
Rain or shine. No cost.
PASTOR BAKKEN
PASTOR YOUNGDAHL
PASTOR JOHNSON
PASTOR ENOCH
PASTOR YOUNGDAHL
PASTOR HAMMERSTEN
PASTOR MACLEAN
Tue 6/7 6:30pm,
Minnetonka
Drive-In, 4658
Shoreline
Drive, Spring
Park. All car
@ MTKA
enthusiasts
DRIV
are invited to
6:30pm Tues, E-IN
June 7
this classic
50s-style
restaurant that
features car hops, burgers, and cool cars.
At 7:30pm, PASTOR KALLAND will lead
devotions at the picnic table area on the
hill behind the restaurant. Cost: Food
ordered off menu. No registration needed.
cOUNsELiNG
sERvicE
We are imperfect beings living in a complex
world. Stress, tension, and change add
to the complexity. It takes courage and
maturity to acknowledge a problem and do
something about it. Our professional staff is
available to work with you. GROUP and ONEON-ONE sessions take place in Mpls (1804
W 50th St) or at the West Campus Gym
Building (7150 Rolling Acres Rd, Victoria).
Cost for group sessions: $10 per session
MO members / $20 non-members. Cost
for counseling, psychiatric services, and
prescriptive medication sessions: $40 per
session MO members / $80 non-members.
Appointments: Anne Lied 612.927.7335
annel@mtolivetcounseling.org.
• Mpls Groups Tues 6/21-8/30
LOSS OF SPOUSE * 10-11:30am
BALANCING YOUR EMOTIONS 5:15-6:15pm
LOSS OF ANYONE SIGNIFICANT * 6:30-7:30pm
DIVORCED & SEPARATED 7:45-9:15pm
• West Groups Thurs 6/23-9/1
LOSS OF ANYONE SIGNIFICANT * 6:30-7:30pm
DIVORCED & SEPARATED 7:45-8:45pm
*These groups are closed after second session.
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PASTOR CORNILS
MPLS 5-6PM
WEST 6-7PM
MPLS 5-6PM
MPLS 5-6PM
WEST 6-7PM
MPLS 5-6PM
MPLS 5-6PM
MPLS 5-6PM
8th Motorheads
@ Mtka Drive-In
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iNtEREst GROUPs
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• Book Group: Midday 3rd Tuesdays
11:30am-1pm, Mpls Library. Facilitator:
CHELLE URABE. Upcoming books:
“The Boston Girl” by Anita Diamant
(6/21), “The Beautiful Mystery” by Louise
Penny (7/12 one week earlier than usual),
“The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie Benjamin
(8/16).
• Book Group: Evening 2nd Wednesdays
7pm, Mpls Lounge. Facilitators: MARIE
MACNALLY and MARY SLINDE. Upcoming
book: “Life After Life” by Kate Atkinson
(6/8).
• Energy Healing Mon 6/13, 6/27, 7/11,
7/25, 6-9:30pm, 1700 Chapel Lower Level.
Learn how prayer, God’s power, and the
natural energy paths within the body can
bring comfort and healing. No cost.
• Flying Solo LAKE HARRIET BANDSHELL
CONCERT Sun 6/26 Meet at 5pm, Concert
Starts at 5:30pm, Lake Harriet Bandshell.
Join us to hear the Hornucopia Band.
Meet us in the grassy area, so we can sit
together. TWINS GAME Sat 7/30 6:10pm
game. Join us for a night at the ball park
to see the Twins play against the Chicago
White Sox. We will be seated in Section
331, rows 2-4. Cost: $30 (ticket only).
Register beginning 6/1: www.mtolivet.
org. Pick up your ticket(s) the week of the
game in the Mpls Campus office. See you
at the ballpark!
• Holy Yoga (Chair) M, W 12:151:15pm; F 8:30-9:30am; 1700 Lower Level.
Taught by certified instructors, chair holy
yoga provides a great physical and spiritual
boost to your day, while not requiring you
to get down and up from the floor. Cost:
$5 per session. No registration is needed.
• Holy Yoga (Mat) F 6:45-7:45am,
1700 Lower Level. Taught by certified
instructors, mat holy yoga provides a great
physical and spiritual boost to your day.
Bring yoga mat and wear comfortable
clothing. Cost: $5 per session. No
registration is needed.
Is An International Mission
Trip in YOUR Future?
While at times the food may be strange, communication difficult, and
accommodations less than luxurious, the hugs are huge, the smiles
heart-melting, and the satisfaction soul-deep. You will see God shining
in the hearts of those you help, expand your perspective of the world and
what’s most important, find new spiritual friends and return a changed
and happier person. What does all this – an international mission trip!
Currently, Mount Olivet has three such opportunities coming up in the
coming year. Read about each one below and then give prayerful thought
to whether this is one way God is calling you to reach out in love. Have
questions or ready to sign up? Contact information is provided below.
• Africa Jam Youth Camp This faith-based program has features
similar to Cathedral of the Pines Camp, allowing participants to be
part of expanding Mount Olivet’s successful camp ministry to some of
the most economically disadvantaged youth of Cape Town. Estimated
individual cost for Dec 31, 2016 to Jan 14, 2017: $4500. Contact:
Billy Johnson williamj@mtolivet.org 612.867.1805 or Cindy Johnson
craigcindyjohnson@gmail.com.
• Guatemala Mission: Augustina Lutheran Church in
Guatemala This is a very special opportunity to work with the
global Lutheran family, as you help to bring hope and support to a
young, growing Lutheran church that ministers and serves poor and
marginalized fellow Christians in Guatemala. Estimated individual
cost for Feb 3-13, 2017: $1900-2000. Contact: Pastor Drew Bakken
drewb@mtolivet.org.
• Mission Jamaica While this program revolves around two service
opportunities – Habitat for Humanity and West Haven Orphanage
– most volunteers tend to work at the orphanage, which serves large
numbers of children with physical and mental disabilities. Estimated
individual cost for Apr 1-8, 2017: $2400. Contact: Pastor Drew
Bakken drewb@mtolivet.org.
Friends Forever: Summer Retreat
(50yrs+) Fri 7/15 2pm to Sun 7/17 1:30pm, Lutsen Resort. Join PASTOR
and Friends Forever for a weekend of fun, fellowship, and faithbuilding while exploring the ideas of “Life Reimagined” by Richard
Leider and Alan Webber. There is no need to read the book, but we
encourage it. Cost: $90 per person, must be paid in advance, includes
Friday evening pizza, Saturday morning continental breakfast, and
Saturday evening dinner. Register: www.mtolivet.org or send payment
to Gayle Jenni at Mount Olivet. Lodging costs and reservations are your
own responsibility. A block of rooms at Lutsen Lodge (800.258.8736)
have been reserved (2 night min). Questions: Sue & Sam Larsen
612.866.1174 suelarsen3@gmail.com.
CORNILS
Adults
Midweek Summer Worship 2016
Wednesdays 6/15-8/10, Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat
Center, 7984 W 257th St, Farmington, 4:30pm Bus Leaves
7500 York, 5pm Bus Leaves Mpls Campus, 5:30-6:30pm
Dinner Served, 6:30-7pm Nature Class, 7:15pm Worship,
8pm Bus Leaves Retreat Center. Join us as we lift up the
theme “Joyous Light of Heavenly Glory” and celebrate 40
years of retreat ministry at our Mount Olivet Conference
& Retreat Center. Worship will feature liturgies from
Evening Prayer “Vespers” and Compline “Prayer at the
Close of the Day,” led by each of our Mount Olivet pastors.
With the support of KRAIG WINDSCHITL and special musical
guests, we will feature new hymns as well as some familiar
favorites. Each evening also includes an outstanding meal
and a fascinating nature class. Upcoming preachers: 6/15
PASTOR CORNILS, 6/22 PASTOR MACLEAN, 6/29 PASTOR BAKKEN.
Cost: $10 adults, $5 children 3-11yrs, $5 bus from Mpls
(optional). Questions and registration: 952.469.2175 www.
mtolivetretreat.org.
MOCW
Holiday
Boutique
Exhibitors
Wanted!
SAT, NOV
5 2016
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• Heavy Lifting Help Needed Pastor
Scott is in need of anyone that can help
with lifting of heavy furniture – picking up
donated items, loading up items at church,
or dropping off items to people in need. Any
amount of time is needed and appreciated.
Contact: Pastor Scott 612.721.2588.
• Community Emergency Services:
Bonus Fridays 1900 11th Ave S, Mpls.
Help serve needy households through the
free produce and food line. Show up any
Friday at any of the times listed below.
Ask for Jacob or Melanie. Questions:
Melanie mlapointe@cesmn.org.
9am-12noon
12noon-1pm
1pm-3pm
3-3:30pm
Sort /organize food for afternoon distribution
Lunch is served for all volunteers
Greet clients and distribute food
Assist in clean-up
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9am-2pm at the Mpls
Campus, will be
accepted 6/1-6/30 at www.mtolivet.org.
Cost: $25 non-refundable registration fee, plus 15% of your total sales
collected immediately following the event. Exhibitors will be accepted
through a juried selection process based on the following: Mount Olivet
membership status, past exhibitor status and sales, exhibitor experience
at other events as proxy / product type, originality of product, creativity,
marketability, and the general appeal / quality of products. Exhibitors will
be notified no later than 8/1 of their acceptance. Questions: Sarah Graff
612.743.7400 sarah_graff@icloud.com or Julie Wicklund 612.868.2902
hoganwicklund@gmail.com.
• MObile Faith Discussion Wed 7/20
7-8:30pm, Cocina Del Barrio Restaurant,
5036 France Ave S, Edina. You’ll get the
most out of the discussion if you complete
the “Animate Faith 3” course before our
gathering. But don’t let a few missed lessons
get in the way of joining us. Cost: Food
ordered off menu.
• Parents Share Wednesdays 9:30-11am,
Mpls Rm 394-36. Join MARILYN SHARPE,
Mount Olivet member and parent educator,
and other parents for great conversation.
No cost. Childcare available in nursery.
• Prayer Ministry Meeting Dates Vary,
1-2pm, Mpls Lounge. Participants set aside
time each day to pray for specific prayer
requests whether they be personal or for the
work of the church or the world.
• Prayer Shawl Ministry MPLS Mon
8/8 10am, Lounge; WEST 3rd Tuesdays 1pm,
Admin Bldg.
• Quilting Mondays 6:30-8:30pm, Mpls Rm
196-98. We make little quilts for Pastor
Scott’s On-Call Ministry. Instructions and
materials provided. Learn new skills, have
fun, and serve.
• See More Interest Groups on page 15.
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Confirmation Camp at
Cathedral of the Pines
Youth
Please Send
Letters To:
(Name of Recipient)
Cathedral of the Pines
760 Caribou Trail
PO Box 159
Lutsen, MN 55612
Note: We do not accept “care packages.”
Have questions about camp
policies, what to bring as a camper, or
life at COP? Please refer to the Camper
Handbook located at www.mtolivet.org.
Questions?
Bus Hotline Phone Number:
612.767.2304
Worship at COP:
Evening Chapel Services at 7:30pm.
Sunday Morning Worship at 10am.
Camping Schedule:
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6/14-6/19
6/20-6/24
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Hi-er League Weekend
Family Work Week
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Each year on the last night of Confirmation our current 8th-graders
attend a service called “What I am promising.” At this service, a current
9th-grader speaks about Confirmation Camp and their experience at
Cathedral of the Pines Camp. This year Avery Reichel spoke at the
Minneapolis Campus. Here is her message ...
“Hi my name is Avery Reichel and I’m in 9th grade at Southwest
High School. I will not be afraid. This is sung over and over as we leave
the chapel every morning and night. I will look upward and travel
onward and not be afraid. This is a great reminder that God is always
there and we shouldn’t worry because he will guide us. I want you all to
think about this as you go to 9th-grade Confirmation Camp. Camp is
the happiest place I’ve ever been. I can feel the positive energy around
me. Camp is where I am the very best version of myself. I’ve had the
fortune of going to camp every summer since I was going into 3rd grade.
Two or three of my school friends and I always went together, but in
6th grade that changed when I found out they weren’t going anymore. I
had no idea what to do. My mom decided to sign me up for a week with
her friend’s daughter. I was so nervous and I told her there was no way I
was getting on that bus. But I went, and the people I met that week are
some of my closest friends today, and I have no idea what my life would
look like if I hadn’t got on that bus. I understand that some of you are
nervous. I’ve been there. But I want to let you know that camp isn’t a
place you should be afraid of. It’s a place where you can strengthen and
create relationships with new people and God. It’s a place where you can
be at peace; it’s serenity. At 9th-grade week (Confirmation Camp), this
idea expands immensely. You dive deeper into your relationships and of
course have some fun in the process. Confirmation Camp may be the
shortest, but it was by far my favorite, because it’s just
your grade up there. This creates a more comfortable
environment, so you don’t have to think about being
cool or impressing anyone, you can just be yourself.
Distinct friend groups just sort of merge together
and by the end of the week, you have an incredible
bond with everyone there. Going into the week
I didn’t expect to make as many friends as I did.
People seemed unapproachable, but that was all in
my head. Everyone there is kind and caring, and
I’m so grateful for the wonderful community that
camp has to offer. This is a special opportunity
because it creates a strong foundation for the
relationships you’ll have at church. 9th-grade
week is also a blast. There are more extravagant
theme meals, crazy intense games with the
whole camp, and dances so fun they’ll make
your legs sore the next day. I will never forget
going on nature hikes with Geoff, rushing to
the education building when the dance bell rang,
singing songs with Billy at Solitude, looking out at beautiful Caribou
Lake, and making wonderful memories. I made so many new friends
and I know you all will too. I fell in love with Cathedral of the Pines the
minute we drove through the gates, I hope your experience there is just as
amazing as mine has been. Thank you.” – avERY REicHEL
Counselors Needed!
Visit www.mtolivet.org to sign up to counsel for these fun programs ...
• God’s Kids Sing! (1st-6th Gr) 6/13-6/17 9am-4pm Daily, Mpls
Campus (Bus from West). GKS! COUNSELORS (9TH-12TH GR+)
• Vacation Bible School (4yrs-2nd Gr) 6/20-6/23 9-11:45am
Daily, Mpls & West. VBS VOLUNTEERS (7TH-12TH GR+) Required 6/19
training 11am-1pm, Mpls & West Youth Centers.
• Camp SOAP (5th-6th Gr) 6/27-6/30 8am-4pm Daily with an
Overnight on Wed, West Campus. SOAP VOLUNTEERS (7TH-12TH GR+)
Required 6/12 training 12:15pm-2pm, West Campus, lunch provided.
• King’s Kids Day Camp (3rd-4th Gr) 7/11-7/14 8am-4:30pm
Daily, West Campus (Bus from Mpls). KK COUNSELORS (9TH-12TH GR)
Required 6/12 training 12:15pm-2pm, West Campus, lunch provided.
• King’s Kids Day Camp (1st-2nd Gr) 7/18-7/21 8am-4:30pm
Daily, West Campus (Bus from Mpls). KK COUNSELORS (7TH-12TH GR+)
Required 6/12 training 12:15pm-2pm, West Campus, lunch provided.
Junior High Summer Social
Sat 7/9 10am-4pm, Drop-Off / Pick-Up at West Campus
(NO Mpls Bus). We’re breaking the halfway point with a fun day of
activities. We will head to the Arboretum for a tour of the wonderful
outdoors, and afterwards we will head to Big Stone Mini-Golf. Invite
your non-member friends too! Cost: $30, bring extra $$ for snacks.
Contact: Zach Spirov 952.767.1583 zachs@mtolivet.org.
(7th & 8th Gr)
Bunker Hills Wave Pool
Sat 8/6 10am-4pm, Drop-Off / Pick-Up at Mpls Campus
(NO West Bus). Join us for a fun day in the summer sun! Enjoy the slides,
pools, and water attractions that Bunker Hills has to offer! Cost: $30
includes transportation and admission to the park. Bring your own lunch
or extra money to purchase lunch. Contact: Zach Spirov 952.767.1583
zachs@mtolivet.org.
(7th & 8th Gr)
8th-Grade Leadership Retreat
Tues 8/23 1:30pm to Wed 8/24 10am, Mount Olivet Conference
& Retreat Center, Bus from Mpls & West. A classic retreat at the retreat
center for 8th Graders who love church and will be leaders for our junior
high program next school year! We will have fun playing games, hanging
out, and also have meaningful worship in the chapel. Cost: $50. Contact:
Geoff Arenson 612.767.2212 geoffa@mtolivet.org.
(8th Gr)
Valleyfair!
Visit www.mtolivet.org to register for these
fun summer programs ...
• Summertime Players! Musical
Theater Camp (7th-9th Gr)
7/12-7/15 & 7/18-7/22, 9am-4pm except
performance day 7/22 until 8:30pm, Mpls
Campus. Sing and dance to songs from
musical theatre and pop music and put
on a full-length musical revue. Afternoon
activities: bowling, swimming, mini golf,
and more! Cost: $275.
• Team STP! (10th-12th Gr+)
7/11-7/15 & 7/18-7/22, 8:30am-4pm
except performance day 7/22 until 8:30pm,
Mpls Campus. Join this fun group that
mentors STP campers and works behind
the scenes to put on a full-length musical
revue. Cost: $160.
• Summertime Players! 2 (10th-12th
Gr+) 7/11-7/15 & 7/18-7/22, 12noon-4pm
except performance day 7/22 9am-8:30pm,
Mpls Campus. The high school version
of STP! Sing and dance to songs from
musical theater and pop music and put on
a full-length musical revue. Cost: $250.
• Summertime Players! Band (10th12th Gr+) 7/11-7/15 & 7/18-7/22,
12noon-4pm except performance day 7/22
9am-8:30pm, Mpls Campus. Be a member
of the on-stage band for the Summertime
Players! musical revue. Cost: $250.
• Next! Audition Workshop (9th12th Gr+) 8/23-8/25 Daily 6-9pm, Mpls.
Musical theater professionals will share
their experience with the audition process,
assist participants with song selection and
interpretation, movement and monologues
/cold readings. Cost: $200 includes a
30-minute private lesson.
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Thu 8/25 9:304:00pm, Drop-Off / Pick Up at Mpls
& West Campuses. Join your junior
high youth staff for a day trip to
Valleyfair! Take advantage of one
of the last days of summer. Cost:
$30 (ticket and transportation).
Be sure to bring money to buy
lunch! Contact: Zach Spirov
952.767.1583 zachs@mtolivet.org.
(7th & 8th Gr)
Youth
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Sunday
Morning
Nursery
Summer
Hours
Children & Family
Families with infants through 6th-graders
are invited to explore faith, develop friendships, and serve together through Children
& Family Ministry programs! Visit www.
mtolivet.org for details and registration.
Sarah Kleppe, C&FM
612.767.2245 sarahk@
mtolivet.org
Amber Kuntz, Mpls
Sunday School & Events
612.767.2285 amberk@
mtolivet.org
Josh Nelson,
Mpls & West Events
612.767.2284 joshn@
mtolivet.org
Tasha Holifield, West
Sunday School & Events
952.767.1504 tashah@
mtolivet.org
Amy Porthan, Mpls
Nursery & Babygarten
612.767.2224 amyp@
mtolivet.org
Hillary Patz,
West Nursery
952.221.9614 hillaryp@
mtolivet.org
Linda Healy,
Mpls Preschool
612.767.2216 lindah@
mtolivet.org
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My Mt Olivet:
Keep It Simple!
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My Mt Olivet
is an online
resource for
one-click
registration,
instant access
to what’s
available for
your family, online giving, and more!
Getting connected with My Mt Olivet
is easy. Simply log in on your computer
to www.mymtolivet.org and follow the
directions. To connect with My Mt Olivet
on your mobile device, download the Mt
Olivet app from the App Store or Google
Play and login to the app using your My
Mt Olivet password. Questions: Call
Member Records or the Finance Office at
612.926.7651.
Children 6wks-3yrs
are invited to join us
in the Nursery this
summer during the
9 and 10am
at the Mpls & West Campuses. Paid staff and volunteers look
forward to meeting your little ones! Staff are CPR / First Aid certified.
Confirmation students, high school students, and adults interested in
volunteering are encouraged to contact our nursery coordinators: MPLS
Amy Porthan 612.767.2224 amyp@mtolivet.org, WEST Hillary Patz
952.221.9614 hillaryp@mtolivet.org.
services
Baptism
Families interested in scheduling
a Baptism are encouraged to attend
a one-time, one-hour class with
Pastor MacLean at our Minneapolis
Campus or Pastor Youngdahl
at our West Campus. Families
may schedule a Baptism during
a worship service or privately,
according to the family’s and
officiating pastor’s schedule.
Baptisms are offered on
the 2nd or 4th Sunday of the
month, during worship services.
Baptisms are available at MPLS
at 12noon (11am June thru August) or
at WEST at 11am (10am June thru August). Upcoming Baptism
Sundays are June 12 & 26, July 10 & 24, August 14.
The pastor who is scheduled to preach officiates the Sunday morning
Baptisms during worship. Private Baptisms are available at each campus.
For more information, please visit https://www.mtolivet.org/about-us/
life-events/baptism. Questions: Mary Lindberg 612.767.2267 maryl@
mtolivet.org.
Musikgarten
(Infants to 3yrs & Caregivers)
Our Musikgarten program offers a comprehensive, sequential plan
for the musical development of your child from birth to three years.
Your child will have the opportunity to sing, dance, and play simple
instruments such as rhythm sticks, jingles, shakers and drums. Families
can also use the classroom CD at home to enhance musical learning.
Our certified Musikgarten teachers will help your child develop listening
skills, focused attention, imagination, creativity, and self-expression.
Check www.mtolivet.org for class dates /times and registration.
Questions: 612.767.2258, colleenr@mtolivet.org.
Babygarten
OUTDOORS!
(Infants-3yrs & Caregivers)
Thursdays 6/16-7/21 9:45-10:45am,
Mpls Campus. More than a playgroup
or storytime – Babygarten provides
pre-literacy skills for children
in a faith-focused environment.
Facilitator: AMY PORTHAN, early
childhood educator and Minneapolis
nursery coordinator. Cost: $72
for 6-week session. Register: www.
mtolivet.org. Questions: Amy Porthan
612.767.2224 amyp@mtolivet.org.
Students
Serving
Others
Children & Family
Ministry staff and
volunteers joined the
Youth staff for a Junior
High Alive! preview/service
event on Saturday, April 30.
6th-graders and 8th-grade
assistants from Mpls and
West volunteered at Feed My
Starving Children, packing
107 boxes with 23,112 meals
to serve 63 children for a year! For more student opportunities to serve
our community, join us this summer for Camp SOAP (Summer of
Awesome Programs) or Vacation Bible School! We need your help!
Join the King’s Kids Tradition!
For almost 40 years, King’s Kids Camps have welcomed Mount Olivet
young people to a camping experience close to home. Held at our West
Campus in Victoria this year, we look forward to outdoor games, local
adventures, exploring our faith, and much, much more! Camps available
for kids entering 1st & 2nd grade, 3rd & 4th grade, and 5th & 6ths
grade. See right for dates and register at www.mtolivet.org.
Children & Family
Visit www.mtolivet.org for details and
registration for these programs ...
• Fun Day: Geocaching Parks (Mpls)
and Schutz Lake (West)! (3rd-6th
Gr) MPLS Fri 6/10 8am-4pm, Youth Center;
WEST Tue 6/14 8am-4pm, Fellowship Hall.
• God’s Kids Sing! (1st-6th Gr)
6/13-6/17 9am-4pm Daily, Mpls Campus
(Bus from West). GKS! COUNSELORS
(9TH-12TH GR+)
• Babygarten OUTDOORS! (Infants3yrs & Caregivers) Thursdays 6/16-7/21
9:45-10:45am, Mpls Campus.
• Vacation Bible School (4yrs-2nd
Gr) 6/20-6/23 9-11:45am Daily, Mpls
& West. VBS VOLUNTEERS (7TH-12TH GR+)
Required 6/19 training 11am-1pm, Mpls &
West Youth Centers.
• Camp SOAP (5th-6th Gr) 6/27-6/30
8am-4pm Daily with an Overnight on Wed,
West Campus. SOAP VOLUNTEERS (7TH-12TH
GR+) See page 11 for training.
• King’s Kids Day Camp (3rd-4th Gr)
7/11-7/14 8am-4:30pm Daily, West
Campus (Bus from Mpls). KK COUNSELORS
(9TH-12TH GR) See page 11 for training.
• Preschool Summer Sampler
(3-4yrs) 7/12-7/14 9-11:30am Daily, Mpls
Preschool Classrooms.
• King’s Kids Day Camp (1st-2nd Gr)
7/18-7/21 8am-4:30pm Daily, West
Campus (Bus from Mpls). KK COUNSELORS
(7TH-12TH GR+) See page 11 for training.
• Summer Fun Day (K-2nd Gr)
MPLS Tues 7/26 8am-4pm, Gale Woods Farm
WEST Thurs 7/28 8am-4pm, Crayola
Adventure, Mall of America
• Fun Day: Geocaching 44.91,
-93.30 (Mpls), 44.87, -93.64
(West)! (3rd-6th Gr) WEST Tue 8/2
JUNE 2 016
8am-4pm, MPLS Thur 8/4 8am-4pm.
• Camp Cheer! (K-2nd Gr)
8/2-8/4 9-11:30am, Mpls Campus.
• Cathedral of the Pines Camp Lutsen.
Contact: Kris Ericksen 612.767.2207
krise@mtolivet.org.
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Generosity
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Memorial
and Tribute
Gifts Make a
Difference
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Mount Olivet Lutheran Church and
its six affiliated ministries are grateful
to receive support, both designated
and undesignated, through memorials,
tributes, and general gifts. These gifts
provide much-needed financial support for
specific programs that enhance the lives of
many people and for budgeted operating
expenses.
Memorial gifts are a wonderful
way to remember family members and
friends who have died. Making a gift is a
meaningful way to express our feelings as
we deal with the grieving process. Gifts
given in honor of someone are a great way
to celebrate special occasions like baptisms,
weddings, and anniversaries. The tribute
makes the people involved feel very special
and pleased that the gift benefits a Mount
Olivet ministry.
Every gift given “in memory of” or
“in honor of” is acknowledged through
a thank-you letter from the receiving
organization. Donor requests to notify
someone of their gift are always fulfilled.
Envelopes for gifts are available in the
offices at Mount Olivet’s Mpls & West
Campuses and from each affiliated
ministry.
The entire Mount Olivet family
thanks the many donors who give so freely
and generously. Your gifts represent your
love of Christ and the ministry we share.
You have demonstrated what it means
in 1 Peter 4:10, “Like good stewards of
the manifold grace of God, serve one
another with whatever gift each of you has
received.”
Call Mount Olivet’s development
office at 612.821.3151 with questions.
Thank you, donors!
Summer Giving to the
General Fund
Every Sunday during worship, we take a couple of minutes and
invite people to financially support the mission of our church. The reason
why is not to put pressure on people, it’s to encourage people to move
from spectators to participants in the vision. We are SO GRATEFUL for all
the things your gifts allow us to do!
Now here we are in the month of June. Minnesotans embrace
summers, and who can blame us – the snow is gone, kids are out of
school, adults get vacation time, and many of us head for our favorite
summertime activities: cabins, RV trips, pool-time, and more. We
enthusiastically soak up precious sun and precious time together away
from our usual lives.
But the usual life of the church does continue, and continues to need
your support. We know nobody says, “I just don’t feel like supporting the
mission of the church this summer.” It’s because people forget. They’re
out of town. There’s a lot of other stuff going on. The sun is shining,
Minnesota!
Still, Mount Olivet remains active and alive, with music camps,
children and family events, midweek worship services, special music
every Sunday for worship, and more. We also are deep into planning for
Rally Sunday, Advent, and beyond. All this requires continued giving.
So I invite you to give today and to continue giving this summer to
the General Fund, which supports the day-to-day programs and needs of
the church’s ministries, assuring dynamic worship and music, responsive
pastoral care and programmatic opportunities for all of us, members and
friends, from birth to the end of life. Your support helps extend gospel
outreach throughout the community, nation, and world.
One convenient (and appreciated) way to give is through
mymtolivet.org, particularly if you will be away periodically this summer.
You can set-up recurring payments (or one-time gifts) online or through
the app (along with listening to sermons, registering for events, and
more) so you never are really “away.” You can keep in touch.
If you prefer, the finance department would be happy to help you
set up automatic payments (612.767.2255 amyn@mtolivet.org). You
can send in your offering envelopes or drop off your gifts whenever time
allows. However you give, please know your pastors and staff will work
diligently to be good stewards of your gifts.
Thank you so much for your support of Mount Olivet and its
ministries. Enjoy summer, be present however you can (see Pastor
Cornil’s article on page 5), and know that you are a blessing to Mount
Olivet! – KatiE stEvENsON, DiREctOR OF stEWaRDsHiP
J U N E 2 016 even ts & a c t iv it ie s
SPECIAL EVENTS
Date
COP Hi-er League Weekend
Jun 2-5
Time
Location
TUESDAYS
Frequency
Time
COP
Men's Breakfast Group
Every
7am
Spiritual Oasis
Every
7am-7pm
Support Group: Loss of Spouse
Jun 21 - Aug 30 10am
Counseling Ctr
Library
Location
Richfield VFW
MO Celebrates Volunteers & Ministry Jun 5
9:30am
Motorheads @ Mtka Drive-in
Jun 7
6:30pm
Fun Day: Geocaching Parks!
Jun 10
8am
Book Group: Midday
3rd
11:30am-1pm
Lake Harriet Bandshell Worship
Jun 12
9am
Men's Al-Anon Group
Every
12noon
God's Kids Sing! Creative Arts Camp
Jun 13-17
9am
Spiritual Oasis: Guided Session
2nd
12:30pm
COP Family Work Week
Jun 14-19
Prayer Shawl Ministry
3rd
1pm
Fun Day: Geocaching Lake Schutz!
Jun 14
8am
Support Group: Balancing Emotions
Jun 21 - Aug 30 5:15-6:15pm
Counseling Ctr
Walk with a Pastor
Jun 14
5pm
Support Group: Loss of Anyone
Jun 21 - Aug 30 6:30-7:30pm
Counseling Ctr
Midweek Worship
Jun 15
5pm
MOCRC
Support Group: Divorced & Separated Jun 21 - Aug 30 7:45-9:15pm
Counseling Ctr
COP Summer Starter
Jun 20-24
COP
WEDNESDAYS
Frequency
Time
Vacation Bible School
Jun 20-23
9am
Nursery Open for Parents Share
Every
9:30-11am
Nursery
Walk with a Pastor
Jun 20
6pm
Parents Share
Every
9:30-11am
Rm 394-96
Midweek Worship
Jun 22
5pm
MOCRC
Prayer & Praise Worship
Every
10am
COP 7th & 8th Grade
Jun 24 - Jul 1
COP
Book Club: Evening
2nd
7pm
Flying Solo: Lake Harriet Bandshell
Jun 26
5:30pm
Lk Harriet Bandshell
THURSDAYS
Frequency
Time
Location
Camp SOAP
June 27-30
8am
Men's Breakfast Group
Every
7am
Chanhassen Perkins
Walk with a Pastor
Jun 28
5pm
Support Group: Loss of Anyone
Jun 23 - Sep 1 6:30-7:30pm
Midweek Worship
Jun 29
5pm
MOCRC
Christ in Your Recovery
To Jun 30
SUNDAYS
Frequency
Time
Location
Support Group: Divorced & Separated Jun 23 - Sep 1 7:45-8:45pm
We Bring this Child: Baptism Class
3rd
8am
Holy Communion
Every
8:30am
We Bring this Child: Baptism Class
3rd
9am
Sunday Worship
Every
Sunday Worship
Mtka Drive-In
COP
7-8:30pm
1700 Lower Level
Location
Lounge
1700 Chapel
FRIDAYS
Frequency
Time
Mat Holy Yoga
Every
6:45-7:45am 1700 Lower Level
Chair Holy Yoga
Every
8:30-9:30am 1700 Lower Level
9, 10, 11am
NAMI Connections
Every
6:30pm
Every
9, 10am
NAMI Spouse/Partner Support
1st
6:30pm
Nursery
Every
9, 10am
NAMI Family Support
1st
6:30pm
MONDAYS
Frequency
Time
MULTIPLE DAYS
Days
Time
Spiritual Oasis
Every
9am-6pm
Chair Holy Yoga
M, W
12:15-1:15pm 1700 Lower Level
Southwest Women's AA Meeting
Every
10am
Musikgarten
M, T, W, F
Varies*
Spiritual Oasis: Guided Session
2nd
11:30am
Energy Healing
2nd & 4th
6-9:30pm
Quilting
Every
6:30-8:30pm
AA Meeting
Every
7:30pm
Al-Anon Meeting
Every
7:30pm
YAM Pick-Up Basketball
Every
8pm
Lounge
Rm 114
Location
1700 Lower Level
= Mpls
Location
Location
= West * View days and times at www.mtolivet.org.
Rm 196-98
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Sunday, June 5, 2016
After Worship Services
MPLS Music: Monroe Crossing
WEST Music: Barbary Coast
Dixieland Showband
Yes, there will be
mini-donuts!
June 5 After Worship Services
MPLS Parking Lot, Music by MONROE CROSSING
WEST Outside Front Entrance, Music by BARBARY COAST
DIXIELAND SHOWBAND