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Dear Friend of St. Philip the Deacon:
Soup's On! Join us for a light dinner before our Wednesday evening Lenten worship services. We serve soup and bread, starting at 5:30. On April 2, we are hoping for more volunteers for set up and serving (5-7 p.m.), clean up after worship (7:30 to 8 p.m. or so) and to bring bars or cookies. Please contact Pastor Strand Patterson to say you are available. See the Lenten Wednesday Schedule.
Donate to "Gifts of Love" for Baby's Space, a Childcare Center located in the Little Earth Neighborhood, Minneapolis. Donations will be collected via Faith Creek student offering envelopes and in the water bottle display located in the lower lobby during March.
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This Weekend - Fourth Sunday in Lent
This week is the Fourth Sunday in Lent. The readings include 1 Samuel 16:1-13 and John 9:1-41.
As he walked along, he saw a man blind from birth. His disciples asked him, 'Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?' Jesus answered, 'Neither this man nor his parents sinned; he was born blind so that God's works might be revealed in him. We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming when no one can work. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.'  When he had said this, he spat on the ground and made mud with the saliva and spread the mud on the man's eyes, saying to him, 'Go, wash in the pool of Siloam' (which means Sent). Then he went and washed and came back able to see. The neighbours and those who had seen him before as a beggar began to ask, 'Is this not the man who used to sit and beg?' Some were saying, 'It is he.' Others were saying, 'No, but it is someone like him.' He kept saying, 'I am the man.' But they kept asking him, 'Then how were your eyes opened?' He answered, 'The man called Jesus made mud, spread it on my eyes, and said to me, "Go to Siloam and wash." Then I went and washed and received my sight.' They said to him, 'Where is he?'
Continue reading John 9:1-41...
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Thank you!
One of our Families Moving Forward guests left a thank you note for us: "To all of the parties involved with the preparation, planning, donations, and organization of our stay here at St. Philip the Deacon, I'd like to sincerely thank you for every detail and selfless thought that was put into this week. My family will not forget these selfless acts and I'm sure God is pleased! Thank you to the hosts ,the gift gifers, and the children who treated us as equals. Yours truly, Rachel, Curt and Jordan."
Families Moving Forward is the emergency shelter arm of Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative, which also works on long term solutions to homelessness. Check out the Beacon website to learn more about homelessness in Minnesota, Beacon's support of affordable housing, and simple ways to be part of this ministry. |
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Yoga Class - March 29-April 26
Stretch and pray! Yoga class meets weekly on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m., March 29, April 5, 12, 19, and 26. We meet in the Center for Faith and Life. Cost is $10 per class, and childcare is available. |
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Fabulously Fun Day! - April 4
Friday, April 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Kids in grades K-5 are welcome to join us for a day of games, crafts, food, devotion and more, all centered around the theme, "Let's Get Ready for Spring!" The day will be filled with fun and engaging activities, including scavenger hunts, craft creations, hilarious games and more. $20 per child. Register at stphilip.smartevents.com. Deadline: April 1. (Minimum of 10 kids needed.) |
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Easter Flowers - Deadline April 7
New this year: You may order Easter flowers online for the Easter morning worship. The deadline to order Easter flowers is Monday, April 7. Choose from Easter lilies, yellow mums, pink azaleas, blue hydrangeas and pink hydrangeas.
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The Conversation - April 8
Tuesday, April 8, 1-2:30 p.m. Retired, semi-retired or just find yourself free the afternoon of Tuesday, April 8, please join us for The Conversation. It will be an opportunity to hear about the new Capital Appeal, Let Your Light Shine, which includes plans for building renovation and mission outreach. There will be refreshments, conversation and laughter. Reservations are not needed; come and join The Conversation. Questions? Call Cindy Carlson at 763-475-7115. |
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Father and Daughter Date Night - April 12
On Saturday, April 12, 7-9 p.m., spend a lovely evening with the special young lady in your life. Dessert, keepsake photo and entertainment inclued. This special evening is for daughters of any age and her "special guy." Grandpas, uncles or any other adult male guardian are welcome. Semi-formal dress is suggested. Cost: $35, supporting the Soul Sisterhood Retreat. For details contact Amanda Berger at aberger@spdlc.org or 763-475-7139. Register today!
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Exciting Easter Extravaganza! - April 19
The family event, Exciting Easter Extravaganza! will be held April 19 from 10-11 a.m. Join us for a light breakfast, hear the Easter story and enjoy a humungous Easter Egg Hunt (1,000 eggs!). And It's Free! Register today! |
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Feed My Starving Children - April 22
Men's Ministry is doing Feed My Starving Children on Tuesday, April 22, 6:30-9:30 p.m. We will be packing food packets for Feed My Starving Children. Guys of all ages are encouraged to participate. We will meet at church at 6:30 p.m. for dinner, and then head to the FMSC packing site in Chanhassen. The cost is $5.00 per person. You may register online or contact Cindy Carlson to sign-up. |
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30 Hour Famine - April 26
Sr. high school students: Save the date for the annual 30-Hour Famine! We begin Saturday, April 26 at church at 9:30 a.m. for a brunch -- our last meal until the next day around noon when we break the fast together with communion and lunch. Fasting is an ancient spiritual practice. During this event we will learn more about issues of hunger. Even if you feel that you cannot fast, you can still participate. To register or to learn more, email Jeremy Lahaie. Friends are always welcome! |
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Minnesota Twins Game! - April 29
Join your fellow SPD Twins fans for an evening at the ballpark, Tues., April 29 and watch Twins vs. Dodgers. The seats are in the Skyline Deck. The bus will leave church at 5.45 p.m. The cost is $23 per person, which includes the ticket and transportation. You may register online or email Cindy Carlson. |
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Deacon Duffers - May 6
Gear up for the golf season! Beginner or pro, women or men, singles or couples, all are welcome! Each group will play nine holes every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. beginning on May 6 and continuing until Aug. 19. Sign-up on the golf bulletin board in Fellowship Hall. The tee times are at Shamrock Golf Course in Corcoran. The cost is $300.00. Space is limited to 6 foursomes, so sign up quickly. Substitutes are also welcome. Contact Tom Hostetler at 763-557-5760 with any questions. |
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Celebrating Pastor Hoffman - May 16-18
The weekend of May 18 there will be two events where we will honor and celebrate the ministry of Pastor David Hoffman, as he prepares to retire.
Friday, May 16 - A retirement dinner is planned at the Plymouth Creek Center. The cost is $45.00 per person, and reservations are required.
Sunday, May 18 - In worship throughout the weekend we will lift up and celebrate Pastor Hoffman's 30 years of leadership and ministry at St Philip the Deacon. Refreshments will be served in Fellowship Hall between the services. |
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Soul Sisterhood Retreats - June and July
A week at camp is an incredible experience for young women to connect with one another and with God. Four week-long camps are offered in June and July. Register today or contact Amanda Berger at amanda@thesoulsisterhood.com or 763-475-7144.
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If you have questions about anything you've read here, or want to know more about St. Philip the Deacon and its ministries, please contact us at info@spdlc.org or 763-475-7100. | |
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The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.
He leads me in right paths for his name's sake.
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil;
for you are with me; your rod and your staff- they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord my whole life long.
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For Reflection:
"I don't think God cares so much how big our faith is, but whether we are willing to trust Him the little bit we are able."
-Michael Phillips, American author.
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