Light of the World Outlet
Freedom is God's Goal for You
Many of us think of the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20.1-17) as a bunch of finger-wagging "Thou shalt not's," words that restrict and hold back. Yet, if we pause to realize that they begin with a call to remember what God has already done, ("I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery,") then perhaps we'd do better to think of them as descriptions of the life that prevails in God's liberation zone.

Are there any that trip you up? Or might we all feel a little freer if we began remembering all that God has done?
 
Can't wait to see you this Sunday!
--Pastor Jenny
Light of the World Reflects
Save the date, Saturday, November 7 at 9 a.m., for a Light of the World Day of Reflection! (Actually, it's a couple hours of reflection because our schedules are full, but we'll make the most out of our time!)
 
Light of the World makes a difference in our lives, and we'd like to make a difference in the lives of others, too. That's why it's worthwhile to spend some quality time together talking about our hopes and dreams for our life as a community, and what we'd like to offer others.
We're graciously meeting at Easter by the Lake, 4545 Pilot Knob Road, and thank them for providing the space for our gathering.
 
ALL ARE WELCOME!  Please RSVP by signing up at church or by emailing mission.assistant@lotwl.com
What's Happening?
Freedom is God's Goal for You
LOTW Reflection Day
September Council Meeting Highlights
The Dakota Experience
Give to the MAX 2015
reCHARGE | NEW Group
Confirmation Sunday
Men's Night Out
LOTW Kids Kare Kick-Off
The Lutheran Magazine - Gift Subscription
Armful of Love - 360 Communities
Volunteer Opportunities At Greenleaf Elementary
Youth Mission Trip
The Community Garden
LOTW Events Calendar (View & Print)
****LOTW Summer Calendar****
September Council Meeting Highlights

Announcements/Recognition:

Thank you to Shannon for negotiating with Community Ed to save LOTW significant rental fees.

Congrats to Jeanne for 1 yr work anniversary

Thanks to Wendy for getting reCHARGE groups started

Thanks to our  many Spark and confirmation teachers for answering the call to serve!

The Dakota Experience
 Saturday, October 17 | 4:00-8:00pm |
Grace Lutheran, Apple Valley

Come and experience the Dakota people's culture, traditions, and spirituality.

On Saturday, October 17, Grace Lutheran Church in Apple Valley is hosting an intercultural experience inviting people to learn more about the Dakota people's culture, language and traditions.

The Dakota people were the original occupants of this land and are too often invisible and ignored in today's landscape.

The event will run 4-8 pm at the church, 7800 W. County Road 42. It will include story telling, drum music, a campfire, native foods, showing The Dakota 38 film, horses, and an American eagle.

This event is a response to the ELCA Saint Paul Area Synod's 2012 Resolution on Native American Reconciliation, which repudiated this country's historic vision of Manifest Destiny and the rationale it provided for the genocide of Native American peoples.

GIVE TO THE MAX is Less than a month away

Give to the Max Day is Thursday, November 12th. What is that, you ask? It's a 24-hour period of online giving across the State of Minnesota to ignite generosity and grow giving. Light of the World utilizes this opportunity to fire up our giving as well. Last year we blew our previous GTTM fundraising efforts out of the water, more than tripling our previous numbers. For now, put the date on your calendar, and consider all the reasons you're grateful to God and for your faith community! We'll continue to share more details as we get closer to Give To The Max Day.
reCHARGE
 

There is a NEW reCHARGE group | Tuesday evenings | 7:00pm
Cathy Peregrino's Home - 508 13th St., Farmington. 

Are you ready to refresh, renew, and reCHARGE your faith? 
For more information, contact Wendy Steger (wendy_steger@hotmail.com)
Confirmation Sunday - October 25
   
 
We're celebrating the Rite of Confirmation on Sunday, October 25th, when six of our young people make their Affirmation of Faith, reaffirming for themselves the promises their parents made for them in baptism. It's going to be a great day!  We are so proud of our young people, and rejoice in the vibrant faith they have grown in at Light of the World.
 
They are: Max Barker, Kailey Felch, Sven Greseth, Anika Mann, Alison Steger, and Julia Weers.
 
Please make plans to join us for this momentous day!

Men's Night Out
        
 
When: Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 8:00-9:30 p.m.
What: Fellowship with LOTW men and sample Oktoberfest-style beers
Where: Mike Huff's Home - 14767 Hallmark Dr., Apple Valley, MN 55124
Details: Light snacks will be provided
RSVP: Please RSVP to Mike at mphuff5@gmail.com
LOTW Kids Kare Kick-Off
         
The Kids Kare outreach team is for our 8-to-12 year olds who wish to participate in community service projects. They are invited to a Kids Kare Kickoff party on Friday, October 30th from 7:00-8:30 p.m. This event will take place at Annie Huff's house - 14767 Hallmark Drive, Apple Valley, MN 55124. The adult leaders are Melissa Christiansen and Michael Huff. Our 8-to-12 year olds are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes for a festive discussion of helpful ways we can reach out to the people in our community. A light snack will be provided and gluten-free items will be available. Please contact Mike Huff to RSVP your
child(ren) or to ask questions at:  mphuff5@gmail.com  or 952-240-6303. Thanks!
GIFT SUBSCRIPTION TO THE LUTHERAN COMING SOON
                      
An anonymous donor to LOTW has generously offered a one-year every- member subscription to The Lutheran, an award-winning magazine of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We are aware that some of you may have made the switch to receiving information digitally rather than reading hard copy, so we want to let you know that this is also a digital subscription, allowing you to pass along your paper copy to a prospective member, relative or friend, or simply bring the magazine to church so that we can put this on the table for visitors.

If you strongly prefer NOT to receive a subscription, please let the office know and we will adjust our order accordingly. 
Armful of Love - 360 Communities
 
 
 We have an opportunity to help one of our new Big Give partners, 360 Communities in preparing for their Armful of Love campaign.  There are many positions needed to be filled, ranging from interviewing families, to greeters, to delivering packages.  There will also be an opportunity to adopt a family if you so desire.  There will be more information on the hospitality table this Sunday.
Volunteer Opportunities at Greenleaf Elementary
 
 
 Volunteer opportunities at Greenleaf Elementary

Homework Help Program:

What?  A school run, volunteer supported after school program serving students who need homework help. 

Who?  Trained adult volunteers meet with the same student once per week to assist with homework, build a relationship and share a snack.  Many students are from the Cedar Knolls neighborhood.  The number of students served is contingent upon the number of adults who volunteer.  Last year, 47 students were able to participate. 

When?  One hour per week, November through May, on either Monday or Wednesday 3:45-4:45.

How?  Training is provided for volunteers on October 26 at 3:45.  All supplies and snacks (thanks to LOTW this year!) are provided.  School staff is present during all homework help sessions.

Gear Up for Winter:

What?  Free gently used and new winter outerwear provided for students in need during the fall conference days.  This is the third annual event.  Last year over 160 students were served!

Who?  Volunteers from LOTW plus two other local churches set up and staff the event, under the direction of a program coordinator.

When?  Two hour shifts available on November 4 and 5 from approximately noon to 8 p.m.

Interested in helping?  E-mail Joanna at PGJGC@yahoo.com.  Contact information and other details for the Homework Help program will be sent or a Sign Up Genius link for Gear Up for Winter will be sent.

Youth Mission Trip
 
 
Many of the families of mission trip-eligible youth met last Sunday and decided on the  opportunity to work in rural South Dakota at the Lake Traverse Indian Reservation, which is about a 300-mile drive from here. The week selected was July 17-July 22.  The price is $289 plus transportation, which is estimated at  an additional $85 to $100.
We will need your decision and a $60 deposit check by Sunday, October 18.  Please see Jeanne Schwartz or call her at 612-272-0997
The Community Garden
 
Project Food Patch (The Community Garden)

Please come help plant, weed, and eventually harvest fruits and vegetables for local food shelves. You do not need to have a green thumb, just a heart for service.
  
Location: At the intersection of Dodd Rd and 185th St. by Lifetime Fitness. It is at the 3 way stop. There is a gravel driveway where you can park.
  
Time: Every Saturday from 10-11 (weather permitting) as long as we have volunteers.
  
Please sign up to host or help.
  
(The sign up should be put on the back table every Sunday.)

Please contact Dana with questions!

LOTW CALENDAR

 October 2015 View & Print 

  
 
  Week of October 18
Sunday, October 18

Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost 
 
10:00am
Worship 
11:00am
Community Time
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Tuesday:
10:30am
Bible Study - World HQ
7:00pm
reCHARGE Small Group - Cathy Peregrino's Home - 508 13th St., Farmington
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Wednesday:
6:15pm
Family Faith Night - North Trail Elementary
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Sunday, October 25
 
Confirmation Sunday
 
10:00am
Worship 
11:00am
Community Time
 
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  LOTW  Events

Calendar

October: 
    
21: Family Faith Night
     6:15-7:45pm
25: SPARK & Confirmation
     Confirmation Sunday
28: Church Council Meeting
29: Men's Night - Huff Home
30: Kids Kare Kick-Off - Huff
     Home
    
 
November:
 
1:  All Saints Day
12: Give to the Max Day!
18: Family Faith Night
25: Church Council Meeting
 
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LOTW Office Hours

 

Monday: 9am-11am

Tuesday 9am-Noon

 

*By Appointment*

SPARK & 

CONFIRMATION

Schedule 

 

Spark Logo

 

         October 25

         November 1

November 15

November 22

Questions? Please contact 

Shannon at mission.assistant@lotwl.com.

Family Faith Night Schedule  
  • October 21
  • November 18
  • December 16
  • January 20
  • February 17
  • March 16
  • April 20           
Council News

 

September - Meeting Minutes 

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The next Council meeting is October 28 at 6:30pm!

Big Give Partners for 2015-2016

Big Give  

ELCA

 

 

North Trail Elementary School

 

Greenleaf Elementary School

 

 Dakota Woodlands 

Quick Links
Worship is at North Trail Elementary
North Trail Elementary is our worship home. North Trail is at the corner of Pilot Knob Road and 170th Street. Look for the green LOTW signs to direct you from Pilot Knob Road.
  
Do you have something for The Outlet?  Contact Shannon at mission.assistant@lotwl.com.
Deadline for submissions is noon on Wednesday.
Want to read a past issue of The Outlet?
Go to www.lotwl.com and click View Archives.

Light of the World Lutheran Church

   

Pastor: Jenny Mason   l   Email: pastor@lotwl.com


World Headquarters Office: 7570 W. 147th St., Suite 301, Apple Valley MN  55124

Office Hours: Monday 9am-11am & Tuesday 9 am - Noon - BY APPOINTMENT   ~~~   Office Phone: 952-431-7011

 

Worship Location: Sunday, 10:00 am at 
North Trail Elementary School, 5580 170th Street West in Farmington
    

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