Reach Out. Proclaim. Inspire.September 10, 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.  
This Weekend

 

This weekend is the 13th Sunday after Pentecost, and the installation of Pastors Westermeyer and Schmid. The readings include Isaiah 41:1-10 and John 1:1-14, 16-18. 

 

"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being. What has come into being in him was life, and the life was the light of all people. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it."

 

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Installation This Weekend! - Sept. 13-14

This weekend we 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.
Family Playtime - Sept. 9, 10

Family Playtime begins on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 9 and 10, in the Childcare Center from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the Childcare Center. Come join other families of young children (0-5 years) to play in a safe, child friendly and spiritual environment. Parents, please use the lower parking lot. No registration is necessary.
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.

Let us know where your college student is attending!
Email Cindy Carlson with the name and location of their school.
Sunday Book Discussion - Sept. 14

The book selection for the Sunday Book Discussion group will be Reza Aslan's book, Zealot. This book is a critique of Christianity that questions many aspects of who Jesus Christ really is based on many sources outside the Bible. We meet for an hour every Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. in the Heritage room. Books will be available at $12 each.
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.
Sojourn Orientation Night - Sept. 17

Sojourn is our fresh, new Middle School ministry Sojourn. Youth in grades 6-8 and their parents are invited to join us for a very special orientation night as we kick-off our journey in Sojourn. During the evening we'll talk about what to expect and welcome everyone to the new middle school ministry. This is the night to get all your questions answered. See you there!.

Participants should plan to attend the Orientation Night on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 6:15 p.m.
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 .
Early Childhood Programs Begin - Sept. 22-27

Music Together is a mixed-age music class (infant through age 5), great for the whole family! Fall semester begins Sept. 22. Classes offered Mondays at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. and Thursdays at 6 p.m. Length of each class is 45 minutes, held at St. Philip the Deacon. Register online at www.mtwtc.com, Angela Barberg, Director.

Storytime begins Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 10 a.m. in the Lilly Pad Library. Storytime is held on the third Wednesday of each month and consists of a guest reading to the children, faith-based books, puppets, Veggie Tales, exploring a children's book by a Minnesota author and time to check out books with a parent. No registration is required.

Mom's Morning begins on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. in the CFL. This is a monthly gathering for mothers of young children. Come for an hour of inspiration, mom support and fellowship. A continental breakfast will be served. Childcare will be available. Registration is required by contacting Liz Nelson at lnelson@spdlc.org.
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.
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.
Blessing of the Animals - Sept. 28

In celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the Blessing of the Animals will be held on Sunday Sept. 28 at 2:30 p.m. outside the lower level entrance. Bring your pets and join us for this brief and boisterous worship service where every one of you will be individually blessed, hands on, by a pastor. (Bring your people, too!) Treats for everyone! Questions? Contact Pastor Strand Patterson at vstrand@spdlc.org
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.
Christian Yoga - Oct. 4

Christian Yoga resumes on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. Join certified instructor, Julia Mosby, as she leads you through a multi-level practice that will stretch your mind, body, and strength. This hour-long practice is appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners. Cost: $10/class or multi-class passes are available. Yoga meets Oct. 4, 11, 18, and 25 in the CFL.

GuideBook Retreat Make-Up - Oct. 5

A special GuideBook Retreat session is being offered on Sunday, Oct. 5 at 9:45 a.m. This session is for:
  • those in 6th grade (who were unable to attend the August day retreat)
  • any 7th and 8th graders who are new to St. Philip the Deacon & Sojourn this year.
Think of this experience as the "prep course" for Fall. We'll learn how to use our Bibles, how the Bible was written, and lay a foundation for the weeks ahead. There is no need to register ahead of time -- we'll see you there! We will meet in the Learning Center on the Upper Level. Sojourn Credit: GuideBook Retreat
Faith Creek - Off to a Great Start!

 

Faith Creek was off to a great start in September with Bill the Juggler entertaining the children as we began our Children's Worship Topic, "Laughing With God!"

 

On October 25 and 26, all students in grades 1-5 will be joining Kathy in the Center for Faith and Life to learn about the Apostle's Creed.

 

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 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.

With the great response of child registrations in Faith Creek this fall, we are in need of a few additional teachers at the 9:45 sessions. Can you join us and co-teach in any of these age groups?
  • Kindergarten
  • 2nd Grade
  • 4th Grade
For more information, email Kathy Hagedorn or Deb August.
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
Installation Sept. 13-14
Family Play Time
Parents of College Students
Article Headline
Book Club
Sojourn
Jesus Crew
Divorce Care
Early Childhood Programs Begin
Pictorial Directory
Alpha
Steamboat Minnehaha
Become an Acolyte
First Communion Workshop
Blessing of the Animals
Sanctuary of Survivors
Christian Yoga
GuideBook Retreat Make-up
Faith Creek Off to a Great Start
Be a Faith Creek Teacher
Faithful Parenting
 
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I will extol you, my God and King,

and bless your name for ever and ever.

Every day I will bless you, and praise your name for ever and ever.

Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; his greatness is unsearchable.

One generation shall laud your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts.

On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works, I will meditate.

The might of your awesome deeds shall be proclaimed, and I will declare your greatness.

They shall celebrate the fame of your abundant goodness, and shall sing aloud of your righteousness.

The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.

Psalm 145:1-8

For Reflection

 

"Trying to plan for the future without knowing the past is like trying to plant cut flowers."

- David Boorstin

 

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