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In-Person Worship
8:30am & 10:30am
YouTube Livestream at 10:30am
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Church at Corinth
Readings:
First Reading: Mark 9:34-35
Second Reading: Acts 18:1-4
Preaching Text: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18
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The YouTube livestream issue has been fixed
for those wanting to watch Sunday worship from home.
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Volunteer Appreciation Day
this Sunday!
This Sunday has been designated as Volunteer Appreciation Sunday. St. Barnabas is so appreciative of all our volunteers, those who are visible in helping with Sunday activities and those who graciously work behind the scenes!! We are blessed to have all of you lovingly give of your time and talents. THANK YOU!! Please help us celebrate with cake during the coffee hours!
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Faith Formation Feedback
As the school year starts drawing to a close, we are offering a number of opportunities for you to provide input into what you hope to see in Faith Formation ministries at St. Barnabas. Come be heard!
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Sunday, May 5th, 9:30 AM- Sunday School/Confirmation Teacher feedback session. Share what went well this year, and what could have gone better! We'll meet in the Alcove.
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Sunday, May 19th, 9:30AM- Parent/Grandparent feedback session. Share what went well this year, and what could have gone better! We'll meet in the Alcove.
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Thursday, May 23rd, 5:00 PM- Brainstorming and Planning session #2 for anyone interested in sharing ideas for next year's programming. We'll meet in the Fireside Room.
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A Note from The Shepherd's Team
If you have a loved one that’s ill, in the hospital or is shut-in and can’t make it to church, please talk to one of the pastors or call Brenda in the church office with their contact info. We want to reach out to our members and provide care and connection from our congregation.
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We have designated Sunday, April 28th as Volunteer Appreciation Sunday. Our volunteers are central to everything that happens at St. Barnabas, and we wanted to take some time to lift them up and celebrate all that they do.
Click here to learn more about our amazing volunteers and all of the ways in which they serve.
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Packing Care Packages this Sunday
Finals are around the corner, and we would like to remind our college students that we love them and are thinking about them. We’re planning on packing care packages this Sunday between services. Please consider donating to the packages - we could use microwave popcorn, fun post-its, pens, chapsticks, and any other little comforts you can think of! Drop them at the church office anytime before Sunday!
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St. Barnabas Spring Tea
this Saturday at 1:00pm
Guest Speaker: Tina Haroldson
Tina will walk us through the gardens of our lives and with humor, scripture and wisdom, focus on the "True Hope of New Life".
Since 1987 the dream of encouraging and strengthening individuals has been a reality for speaker Tina Haroldson. She has ministered all over the US and has enjoyed international outreach as well. From South Africa to Central America to Santa Fe, she has shared her unique blend of humor and biblical insight with diverse audiences.
Cost: $15.00 (pay cash at the door the day of event). Guests are welcome.
Sign up at the Welcome Center, call the church office or text Valerie Cook at (763) 464-0469. Today is the deadline to sign-up.
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Maple Grove Quilters' 2024 Quilt Show
Featuring Marlyce Payne's Work
Join us for the Maple Grove Quilters' biennial quilt show. You’ll see beautifully hand-crafted quilts by members of our own community. Included is an exhibit featuring our guild challenge. You can shop our boutique for handmade gifts. We’ll also have some wonderful vendors.
Enter for a chance to win a beautiful, award-winning quilt made by members of our guild. We even have a scavenger hunt for the kids. There will also be demonstrations such as English paper piecing, binding, applique, working with minky and others. A full schedule will be posted soon.
May 3, 2024 10am - 7pm & May 4, 2024 9am - 4pm
Entry: $7 at the door (cash or card)
Raffle quilt: $2 per ticket (cash only)
Vendors: Red Pine Quilt Shop
Tiny Apple Fabrics and Crafts
Maple Grove Community Center
12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN (763) 494-6500
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Seniors & Friends ~ Safety Training
Tuesday, May 14th
Please join us for worship at 11:00am followed by a meal together in the Ministry Center.
Following the meal, those who are interested can stay to watch a few short videos that will teach us how to assist in emergency situations.
- Choking (Heimlich Maneuver & LifeVac)
- Opioid Overdose (Naloxone Nasal Spray)
- AED/CPR
The more people who are aware of how to use these first alert items, the better our quick response in the event of an emergency.
You can sign up in the Narthex or contact Brenda in the church office to have your name added to the list. The deadline to sign up is May 8th.
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Another 8 Week Session Added
April 29-June 24
Using breath, devotions and gentle movement we will open ourselves to the awareness of God’s healing Presence. Classes are open to all and are hybrid, so you can attend in person or via Zoom. Classes are Mondays from 5:30pm to 6:30pm, March April 29-June 24 in Gardenview West. The 8-week session cost is $88. Register at Yogadevotion.com.
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Barney's Birdies Starting June 5th
The golf season has begun! Do you want to join us this year? This is a women's group from church who golf on Wednesday nights, around 5 pm, at Baker Evergreen, a 9 hole executive course. We'll start June 5th. Weekly participation is encouraged but not required. Scoring is optional. We usually gather for dinner and fellowship afterwards.
Sign up on the Welcome Center.
Contact Bonnie Welshons (612) 327-9248 or Laurie Robarge (612) 845-5612 with questions.
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Seeking Housing to Use Mid-June through Mid-August
Pastor Jeff is working to locate temporary housing during this time period. If you have any connection to a place that is sitting empty for June-August he would be glad to pay rent to you, rather than finding a temp site online. Please contact Pastor Jeff if you have something that might work for him.
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April "Gift of Love"
Global Refuge
Global Refuge, formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is the largest faith-based nonprofit dedicated to serving vulnerable immigrants, asylum seekers and refugees in the U.S. Simply put, we resettle refugees, reunite children and parents, and rekindle the American Dream. For more than 80 years, we have been a champion for migrants and refugees from around the globe. Our legacy of compassionate service has made a difference in the lives of more than 500,000 people who have sought safety and hope in America’s communities. Our history reflects our own deep immigrant roots and passionate commitment to welcoming newcomers, especially those who are most in need.
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Spring Has Sprung at St. Barnabas!
Mama Robin built her nest out back last week and today she laid an egg. The Woodpeckers are in full action pecking on the church and the flowers are blooming beautifully. Photos credit: Brenda Ericson
If you have a nature photo that you'd like to share, send it to Brenda in the church office and we will include it in the E-News.
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MnDOT Update: Highway 55 Project
Beginning Monday, April 15, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will resurface Highway 55 between Old Rockford Road in Plymouth and General Mills Blvd. in Golden Valley. The major project includes paving, access modifications, stormwater system improvements, shared use trail updates and a signal replacement.
These improvements will benefit road users by providing a smoother road surface, enhanced safety and reduced congestion, new trail connections, and the implementation of trail infrastructure that meets Americans with Disabilities Act standards.
On April 15, crews will begin preliminary work near Old Rockford Road in Plymouth to prepare the area for upcoming construction work. The first phase will involve shoulder work and lane closures.
Those traveling in the area should prepare for potential delays and closures as crews reconstruct Highway 55. Motorists can expect lane closures and weekend directional closures during construction. The project is anticipated to be completed this fall.
For more information and to sign up for project email updates, visit MnDOT's project webpage.
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Heart Safe Plymouth is set to offer free CPR/AED trainings 7-8:15 p.m. the following Thursdays at Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Trainings will take place inside the Medicine Lake Conference Room on the following dates:
- April 18
- April 25
- May 9
- May 23
Class sizes are limited to 35 participants. To register, click here.
For more information click here.
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Donation Station
Here is what we're currently collecting at our Donation Station in the Narthex.
IOCP Food Shelf Most Needed Items
- Brand Name Boxed Cereal
- Canned Chicken
- Vegetable Oil (24 oz. bottles)
- Paper Towels
- Baby Wipes
- Baby Diapers (size 5-6)
- Pull-Ups (sizes 3-4 & 4-5)
- Adult Diapers (sizes XL & 2XL)
- Paper Grocery Bags
- Reusable Grocery Bags
Good News Prison Ministry Clothing donations for people who are being released.
- Sweat Pants ~ S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
- Hoodies/Sweatshirts and Shirts ~ L, XL, XXL, XXXL
- Winter Coats ~ XL, XXL, XXXL
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Want something in the E-News?
Do you want your small group information, community activities or church news in the
weekly E-News? Please email your articles to Brenda Ericson with all the details by Wednesday morning of the week you want it shared.
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Church Council Minutes
Copies of the minutes are available in the narthex. They are also located on our website.
If you'd like to be added to the email list, call the church office at 763-553-1239
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Bulletin Delivery
Want a Bulletin Delivered? For those who are not able to access the worship video, some of our BeFrienders will deliver printed copies of the bulletin on Friday's or Saturday's.
If you'd like to have a Bulletin dropped off, you can call the church office at
763-553-1239.
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