Reach Out. Proclaim. Inspire.August 27, 2014
Pictorial Directory -
Appointments are available in September to get your picture taken for the pictorial directory. See the story below for details. 

Installation Sept. 13-14 - Pastors Westermeyer and Schmid will be officially installed to their calls. Learn more in the article below.

What's New? - Learn more about the many ways you can engage in the life of our congregation this fall. Take a look at the articles below for Parents of College Students, Divorce Care and Sanctuary of Survivors. 
This Weekend

 

This weekend is the 12th Sunday after Pentecost. The readings include Romans 12:9-21 and Matthew 16:21-28. 

 

From that time on, Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and undergo great suffering at the hands of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him, saying, 'God forbid it, Lord! This must never happen to you.' But he turned and said to Peter, 'Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling-block to me; for you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things.'

 

Installation Weekend - Sept. 13-14

We will celebrate an important moment in the life of our congregation with the installation of Pastor Tim Westermeyer as Senior Pastor, and Pastor Mark Schmid as Executive Pastor.

Join us for this festive event at all worship services, Sept. 13-14. Learn more.
Pictorial Directory

If you consider St. Philip the Deacon your faith community, we encourage you to be a part of the pictorial directory.

Make your appointment online today! There is no cost to you, unless you decide to purchase additional portraits. Each family who has their picture taken will receive a free 8x10 color portrait. Contact Cindy Carlson for more information.
Sing to the Lord!  Choirs Begin for Fall

Do you love singing your heart out? God loves that! We do, too. St. Philip the Deacon has a choir for singers of any age from kindergartners to big kids to adults. Rehearsals begin soon, so warm up those vocal chords!

For a fill list of all our choirs and rehearsal schedules, visit our website at spdlc.org/2014. And "Sing to the Lord a new song!"
500 Boxes - Sept. 6

Faith Creek is collecting boxes of cereal for Interfaith Outreach and Messiah Food Shelf. The kickoff for this mission is Sept. 6 and 7 and it concludes on Oct. 18 and 19.

Last time we collected cereal boxes we reach the goal of almost 400 boxes! Can we reach a goal of 500 boxes during that time period?
Parents of College Students - Sept.11

Parents of College Students Thursday, September 11 Beginning at 5:30 pm With the start of a new school year and kids off to college, life in your household just feels different. So whether your kids are nearby or across the country, first year or final year, we encourage you to join us. We will meet at Lucky's 13 Pub starting at 5:30 p.m. One of our goals will be to talk about ways we can continue to support and encourage our young adults, and well as each other. If possible, bring your student's email address with you. Questions? Contact Cindy Carlson at ccarlson@spdlc.org.
Book Club - Sept. 16

The SPD Book Club meets Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. We will discuss the New York Times Bestseller, Pastrix, by Nadia Bolz Weber. Rev. Bolz Weber is the founding pastor of House for All Sinners and Saints, an ELCA mission church in Denver. Her book is an unconventional collection of reflections on the ministry of her congregation and our unique calling as Lutherans. A limited number of books will be available for purchase at the church in August and this book is readily available in bookstores and online.
Jesus Crew - Sept. 17

Jesus Crew is beginning again soon! This is a once-a-month gathering time for all kids in fifth grade, to connect that group of kids together before they spend each week together next year for Confirmation. We will play games, make friends, study the Bible and answer real-life questions.Starts Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 6:15-7:45 p.m. Additional dates: Oct. 22, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17. You can register for one or for all at stphilip.smartevents.com.
Divorce Care - Sept. 19

Divorce Care is a new support group for women. It is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life's most difficult experiences. Meeting Tuesday evenings from Sept. 16-Dec. 9 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This group will be facilitated by SPD member Heather Wright. A group for men will be offered early in 2015 .
The Alpha Course - Sept. 23

Are you intrigued by The Alpha Course? Come join us this fall, Tuesday evenings 6-8:30 p.m. Sept. 23-Dec. 9 (includes one all-day session Saturday, Nov. 22).We'll eat dinner together, laugh, make new friends and explore the basics of the Christian faith. Brochures with more information are available at the Hospitality Desk.
Steamboat Minnehaha - Sept. 25

Join us for a fall afternoon cruise on Lake Minnetonka on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 1-2:30 p.m., aboard the living museum, the Steamboat Minnehaha. We will depart from the dock at the Wayzata Depot. The cost is $17 per person. Make reservations on line at stphilip.smartevents.com or by contacting Cindy Carlson at 763-475-7115.
Become an Acolyte - Sept. 28

Calling all 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders! Would you like to assist in leading the worship service? Your help is needed reading and acolyting. Contact Trisha Ragner at tragner@spdlc.org or 736-475-7119 for more information. You can also attend the reader/acolyte training on Sunday, Sept. 28 at noon. If you have already been trained, please remember to sign up to acolyte in the Sacristy.
First Communion Workshop - Sept. 27

A first communion workshop will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9-11 a.m. All kids in grades 2-5 are eligible to participate in this event. This group will then receive their first communion on Saturday, Oct. 4 at the 5:30 p.m. service. To register, go to st.philip.smartevents.com.
Sanctuary of Survivors - Oct. 2

Sanctuary of Survivors is a Christ-centered support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. We will meet the first and third Thursdays of each month, beginning Oct. 2. 7-8 p.m. at St. Philip the Deacon. Questions? Contact Pastor Strand Patterson, 763-475-7126, vstrand@spdlc.org or Cheryl Johnson, 612-759-1241, meemocj@comcast.net.
Volunteer Opportunity: Pray Partner for 3-Year Olds

Each Fall, we pair each 3-year-old enrolled in Faith Creek with a Prayer Partner as they begin this important step of faith formation. Approximately 40-50 children will be enrolled in the Faith Creek this Fall. If you would like to be a part of this Prayer Ministry, please contact Liz Nelson, Early Childhood Ministry, lnelson@spdlc.org.
Volunteer Opportunity: Be a Faith Creek Teacher!

Now's your chance to make a difference in the life of a child! We are looking for volunteers and teachers for Faith Creek this fall. This year's worship theme is "Laughing with God," and is sure to be lots of fun! Training and materials are provided. Teaching opportunities are available for Saturday, at 5:30 p.m., Sunday at 8:30, 9:45 and 11 a.m. Each class will have a team who can teach together or rotate. Sign up at stphilip.smartevents.com. For more information contact Deb August at 763-473-7162 or daugust@spdlc.org.
Sojourn - Register Today!

Sojourn Registration is Now Open! Sojourn is our fresh, new Middle School ministry Sojourn. 6-8th grade students are invited to register to be a part of our Wednesday night or Sunday morning options for growing in faith, making new friends, and continuing on in their journey with Jesus.

Participants should plan to attend the Orientation Night on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 6:15 p.m. Register online by Aug. 31 to avoid the late registration fee. Questions? Contact Deb August at 763-475-7162.
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.
In This Issue
This Weekend
Pictorial Directory
Choirs Begin
500 Boxes
Parents of College Students
Jesus Crew
Divorce Care
Alpha
Steamboat Minnehaha
Become an Acolyte
First Communion Workshop
Sanctuary of Survivors
Prayer Partners
Be a Faith Creek Teacher
Sojourn
Faithful Parenting
 
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Vindicate me, O Lord,;

for I have walked in my integrity, and I have trusted in the Lord without wavering.

Prove me, O Lord, and try me; test my heart and mind.

For your steadfast love is before my eyes, and I walk in faithfulness to you.

I do not sit with the worthless, nor do I consort with hypocrites;

I hate the company of evildoers, and will not sit with the wicked.

I wash my hands in innocence, and go around your altar, O Lord,

singing aloud a song of thanksgiving, and telling all your wondrous deeds.

O Lord, I love the house in which you dwell, and the place where your glory abides.

Psalm 26:1-8

For Reflection

 

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others."

- Mahatma Gandhi

 

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