Reach Out. Proclaim. Inspire.July 15, 2015
Opportunities to Serve!

Contact: Pastor Valerie Strand Patterson, vstrand@spdlc.org or Cindy Carlson at ccarlson@spdlc.org. To learn more, visit our website.
  • Aug. 1 - Sharing and Caring Hands
  • Aug. 4 - Feed My Starving Children
  • Aug. 12 - Interfaith Outreach
  • Aug. 25 - Feed My Starving Children
The Texts this Weekend

 

This weekend is the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost. The readings include Psalm 23 and Mark 6:30-34, 53-56

  

The apostles gathered around Jesus, and told him all that they had done and taught. He said to them, 'Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while.' For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. And they went away in the boat to a deserted place by themselves. Now many saw them going and recognized them, and they hurried there on foot from all the towns and arrived ahead of them. As he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd; and he began to teach them many things.

When they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret and moored the boat. When they got out of the boat, people at once recognized him, and rushed about that whole region and began to bring the sick on mats to wherever they heard he was. And wherever he went, into villages or cities or farms, they laid the sick in the market places, and begged him that they might touch even the fringe of his cloak; and all who touched it were healed.

 

Haiti School Shoe Project

Thank you for your amazing support of the Haiti School Shoe project this summer. This week we have sent 420 pairs of shoes to Haiti for distribution to children in the rural area of Cap-Haitian!

In the coming weeks, please continue to keep this project in your prayers, specifically prayers for safe transportation, for the distribution team and for the children who will receive the shoes.
Matching Grant for Messiah Summer Food Pantry

Because children are home from school during the summer, the demand on area food shelves is even greater than the rest of the year. To help address this need, members of St. Philip the Deacon have pledged to match any contributions made in June, July and August up to $5,000! To take advantage of this match, please make your check to St. Philip the Deacon and write "Messiah Food Shelf" in the memo line. To make a gift online, visit our online giving site and enter your gift under "Food Baskets: Messiah Food Shelf."
Register Now for Fall Faith Creek

Fall Faith Creek will begin Sept. 12-13. It's time to get signed up! To register your children (ages 3 through 5th grade) you can go to: spdlc.churchcenteronline.com or visit the website under Children's Ministries, Faith Creek Church School. Don't miss the fun!
Encounter: Art on Canvas - TONIGHT!

The wonderful folks from Wine and Canvas in Minneapolis will be at St. Philip the Deacon TONIGHT, Wednesday, July 15 to guide us in a fun painting event. They have prepared a painted version of one of our stained glass windows and each participant will paint their own on canvas to take home. No painting experience necessary; all abilities are welcome! This is an adult event, but children as young as age ten are welcome to attend with a parent. The class runs from 6-9 p.m. The cost is $35 per person. Refreshments of the non-alcoholic variety will be served. You can still sign up today, by 3 p.m. Just call Pastor Mathison at 763-475-7128 or email cmathison@spdlc.org.
Join Bike Club - July 16

Join our SPD summer Bike Club! Every Thursday this summer at 9 a.m. we'll meet at a different place to explore our local bike paths, enjoy God's creation and fellowship with one another. And there will be an evening ride each month on the fourth Thursday. Our next ride is:

Thursday, July 16 at 9 a.m.
Minnetonka Trail to Excelsior
Root for Clay! - July 18-19

SPD's own Clay Thomas is a championship player on the Ultimate Frisbee circuit. Come cheer his team, "Bird Ultimate," on as they compete in the Minnesota Ultimate Disc Invitational (MUDI), July 18-19 at the Twin City Polo Club in Maple Plain. The tournament starts Saturday at 9 a.m. Contact Clay at cthomas@spdlc.org if you have any questions. 
Fishing with Kids - July 21

Fishing with children is fun, rewarding and builds lasting memories. SPD Outdoors invites you to join us on Tuesday, July 21 at 6 p.m., at the dock at Parker's Lake for an evening with some of our own fishing experts. The kids will then have an opportunity to put what they learn into action and do some fishing.
Phil's Guys Family BBQ - July 18
PhilsGuys
Our next Phil's Guys event is the annual family BBQ at Parker's Lake Picnic Shelter on Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will be serving hot dogs and burgers. Please RSVP with how many will attend with you and what side dish you plan to bring. Also, please bring beverages for your family. Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 15 to Ben Hovland.
Family Outdoor Movie Night - July 25
Movie Night
Bring your family and friends to Family Outdoor Movie Night, Saturday, July 25 at 8 p.m. Families of all ages are invited to watch "The Little Rascals" on the big screen outside in the east parking lot. Bring your lawnchairs, blankets or outdoor cushions. Popcorn will be provided! Register at online by July 22.
Summer St. John's Retreat - July 30-Aug. 2

This year's summer spiritual growth retreat at St. John's University is called "Balance." Through worship, prayer, reading, meditation and activity, we'll explore what it means to live a balanced life. The retreat runs from Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, Aug. 2. Our special guest on Saturday morning of the retreat will be Peter Juhl, an expert rock balancer. Journey together in an eclectic group of people for few days of refocusing on God in creative ways in a very beautiful and relaxing setting. Contact Pastor Valerie Strand Patterson at vstrand@spdlc.org or 763-475-7126 for more information. Register online by July 20.
Staff Transitions - Aug. 9 and 30

Thanksgiving and leave taking often go together. Mark your calendar for Sundays Aug. 9 and 30, when we will be saying "Farewell" to two of our staff: First, Jeremy Lahaie will be moving to England to begin new adventures; and Rebecca Hinz will be concluding her pastoral care internship at the end of the month. Be sure to join us for their sendings in worship, and wish them well at cake receptions between worship services.
Summer Church Picnic - Aug. 9

Come to a summer picnic for our whole church family on Sunday, Aug. 9 starting at 5 p.m. at French Park. Bring a dish to pass, and we'll provide the hot dogs. Cost is $5 per person, or $20 per family. (Kids under 3 years, no charge.) Register online or stop at the hospitality desk in the upper level atrium. It's going to be fun -- you won't want to miss it!
Worship in the World - Aug. 12

Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 6:30 p.m. for a two hour cruise aboard the Minnehaha Steamboat on Lake Minnetonka. We will board at the Wayzata Depot. SPD member Bruce Warner will be our captain. Our cruise will include a simple worship service with music led by John Roth and Linda Wrobel and we will remember our baptisms as we tour the lake. Registration is required. Space is limited. Cost is $20 per person or $40 per family. Please note: Since the Minnehaha is a floating museum, no food or beverages are allowed, other than water in a capped water bottle.
Encounter: Minnesota Arboretum - Aug. 19

"Encounter" takes a journey to the Arboretum on Wednesday morning, Aug. 19 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. We will begin with a continental breakfast and devotions at church, and then travel by coach to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. You will have time to explore and enjoy the beauty of God's creation, and nature photographer Susan Ramlet will give you tips on photographing scenes in a garden.

Bring your phone or digital camera! Don't have one? Just let us know and you can borrow one for the event. The cost of this Encounter is $20 per person. (If you are a member of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, the cost will be $11 per family member.) You may register on line at spdlc.orc or at the Hospitality Desk on the upper level. Questions, please contact Cindy Carlson at ccarlson@spdlc.org or Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org.
DivorceCare Group for Women - Sept. 22

Separation and divorce are painful and stressful experiences. They are confusing times when you feel alone and have lots of questions. DivorceCare is a confidential group support program to find help you discover hope and experience healing. Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Sept. 22 through Dec. 15. This group will be for women. A men's group will be offered in the spring. Contact Pastor Valerie Strand Patterson at 763-475-7126 or vstrand@spdlc.org to sign up. Learn more about DivorceCare.
In This Issue
Black Dress Shoes for Haiti
Matching Grant for Food Shelf
Faith Creek Ramps Up
Encounter: Art on Canvas
Bike Club - Thursdays
Root for Clay!
Fishing with Kids
Phil's Guys BBQ
Family Outdoor Movie Night
Summer St. John's Retreat
Staff Transitions
Summer Church Picnic
Worship in the World
Encounter: Minn. Arboretum
DivorceCare for Women
 
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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.

Psalm 23

For Reflection

 

"Forgive and give as if it were your last opportunity. Love like there's no tomorrow, and if tomorrow comes, love again."

- Max Lucado

 

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Faithful Parenting

 

Business Wisdom for Parents

When we find ourselves in a deep hole, it's rarely because we encountered a single terrible glitch. Usually, it's the result of compounding, of doubling down on a worldview or a stand or a habit that just doesn't pay. Given a choice between changing tactics and staying on the road in the wrong direction, the best path is pretty clear. The hard part is figuring out what to tell the others. Do-overs are possible, and they take guts. Parents will make mistakes. But we can choose a new direction. Be brave. Apologize. Even do a do-over.

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.