Weekly Calendar

Thursday, August 28
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise

Sunday, August 31
9:00 a.m.                        Worship – Grounded: Flora & Fauna/Blessing of the Animals

Monday, September 1 – Labor Day
Office Closed

Tuesday, September 2
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise

Thursday, September 4
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise
1:00 p.m.                        Christ’s Crafters

Worship Assistants in August

Acolytes
3 Harpert Pickett/Emmett Musel
10 Jezlyn Finseth/Turner Sprenger
17 Reese Larson/Ava Severson
24 Melony Wingert/Jackson Fischer
31 outdoor worship 

Computer
3 Katelyn Scheevel
10 Maggie Wingert
17 Lilianna Dempewolf
24 Grant Tieskotter
31 outdoor worship

Lectors
10 youth-tbd
17 Jenna Pederson
24 Alison Leathers
31 Darrel Olson

Greeters
3 Jessica Bradt & family
10 Pam Mensink/Barb Mielke
17 Mike & Janet Erdman
24
31 outdoor worship

Altar Guild……………………………………………………Sue Grooters/Jo Randall/Vonnie Aug

Ushers…………………………………………….Gary & Joyce Hellickson/Chuck & Vonnie Aug

Communion Assistants
August 3…………………………………………………….Christy Gildner/Sue Hager/Barb Mielke
August 17………………………………………..Melissa Severson/Mike Erdman/Carol Solberg

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*Please let the office or a member of the Church Council know if one of your loved ones is sick or has passed or if you or someone you know is going to be in the hospital so that we may acknowledge them in our prayer list or pay them a visit.

*Blessing of the Animals Outdoor Worship, Sunday, August 31^st, 9am – All finned, furry and feathered creatures who will play nice with others are welcome. Stuffed animals and pictures are also welcome. Please bring a lawn chair or a blanket and come prepared for a few barks, wonderful songs, and a message inviting us to consider how everything we have, need, eat, and wear ties back to the natural world.

*New Member Sunday – On September 7^th, we will be welcoming new members in worship. If you or someone you know is interested in officially joining our congregation, please let the office know by Tuesday, September 2^nd.  You may reach Amanda at 507-765-2161 or by email, office@christlutheranpreston.org. We will also have a New Member Orientation following worship with new members and their sponsors. Pick up coffee and treats in the Narthex and meet downstairs in the Fellowship Hall.

*REGISTRATION for Sunday School and Confirmation! Hey parents! The new school year is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to register your kids for Sunday School and Confirmation. Sunday School will begin on Sunday, September 14^th with Rally Sunday and Confirmation will start on Wednesday, September 18^th with Orientation for parents and youth. Visit our website to register – www.christlutheranpreston.org. or use these links:
Sunday School online registration form 
Confirmation online registration form
 

Wear your favorite flannel and join us for Rally Sunday as we FALL into Faith with the start of a new Sunday School year on Sept. 14! The worship service will include a back to school blessing, and we’ll have activities downstairs for the whole family afterwards.
All are welcome!

*Sunday School Teachers and Confirmation Leaders Needed – Might you spend an hour or two a month, or week, helping God form faith in our next generation?  We are seeking adult leaders for the 2025-26 program year. Confirmation (Grades 7-9) meets Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm and Sunday School (Ages 3 – Grade 6) meets Sunday mornings following worship from 10-10:45 a.m. We have a vibrant team of Sunday School and Confirmation Leaders and need a few additional adults to provide guidance and support for these programs.

*Dwelling in the Word
Wednesdays, September 10^th and 24^th at 9 am at the B&B
Gather with us for Dwelling in the Word, a Bible study led by Pastor Kris from 9:00–10:00 a.m. at B&B. Together, we’ll read the scripture for the upcoming Sunday and explore it through meaningful conversation centered on three guiding questions: What does the text say? What does it mean? And what is God saying to me through this text? Whether you’re new to scripture or a seasoned reader, attending weekly or occasionally, all are welcome. It’s a chance to grow in faith, connect with others, and engage deeply with God’s Word in a supportive, open-hearted community. Come as you are—your questions and insights are always welcome.

Summer Sermon Series: GROUNDED
We invite you to root down, look up, and learn what it might mean for you and our community of faith to be grounded in creation. There will be take-home sensory activities for each topic –

August 31: Flora and Fauna – Appreciate your pets! It’s outdoor worship and Blessing of the Animals. Bring your furry or feathered pet for a special blessing.

*4 WAYS YOU CAN GIVE TO CHRIST LUTHERAN*

• 💵Cash & Check. Feel free to bring your gift to any worship service or mail it directly to the church office. Checks can be made payable to Christ Lutheran Church. Giving envelopes are available from Amanda in the church office.
• 🏦 Bill Pay Through Your Bank.  (no fees incurred, recurring giving option) You can set up automatic payments through your bank’s bill pay system. Just add our church as a payee and designate your gift amount and frequency. You may set this up as a recurring payment.
• 🌐 Online Giving Through Tithe.ly. (fees apply, you may choose to cover them or not). Visit our giving page at give.tithe.ly.com and give a one-time donation or set up recurring gifts.
• 📱 Text-to-Give. (fees apply, you may choose to cover them or not). Text **GIVE** to (844) 935-2668 and follow the instructions to quickly and securely give from your mobile phone.

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• August 31, 9am – Blessing of the Animals, outdoor service
• September 7, 9am – New Member Sunday
• September 14, 9am – Rally Sunday
• September 17, 6:30pm – Confirmation Orientation
• September 21, 9am – Milestone Bible Sunday

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Birthdays and Anniversaries
8/28 Gary Hellickson, Levi Hahn-Yetter; Todd & Darla Ebner – Anniv.
8/29  Ava Severson, Zachary Reicks,
8/31 Andrea Hellickson, Paul Schmidt, Dan Solberg, Saxon Speer; Rich & Kris Kincaid – Anniv
9/1 Jason Demepwolf, Vicki Kruegel
9/3 Kaelyn Brunsvold, John Kiehne; Brad & Alison Leathers – Anniv.
9/4 Colten Kraling; Eric & Tiffany Scheevel – Anniv.

Please keep in your prayers….
Elsa Bye
Jon Haugan
Logan Walker
Jacob Johnson
Rosalie Krips
Benjamin Hoff
Colson King
Jodi Milne Trochlil
Amy Timmerman
Lynn Tienter
Marilyn Bunge, who is at Green Lea Manor, Mabel
Walt Hansen, who is at Minnesota State Veterans Home, Preston
Mary Lou Hansen, who is at Harmony Care Center
Arlene Bakalyar, who is at Park Lane Estates
Arnie Keene,  who is at Park Lane Estates
Barb Barrett, who is at Park Lane Estates
Hazel Knies, who is at Traditions
Irene Aarre, who is at Traditions
Averlene Marzolf, who is at Traditions
Helen Haugerud, who is at Traditions
Linda Hahn Smith, who is at Traditions
Arlen Kiehne, who is at Chatfield Care Center
Val Christensen, who is at Chatfield Care Center
Jim Fossum, who is at The Fillmore Place

Weekly Calendar

Thursday, August 21
1:00 p.m.                        Funeral for Ann Ott
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise
6:30 p.m.                        Summer Book discussion at Nancy Hengeveld’s

Sunday, August 24
9:00 a.m.                        Worship – Grounded: Air

Monday, August 25
5:30 p.m.                        Sunday School Planning Mtg

Tuesday, August 26
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise
5:00 p.m.                        Confirmation Planning Mtg

Thursday, August 28
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise

Worship Assistants in August

Acolytes
3 Harpert Pickett/Emmett Musel
10 Jezlyn Finseth/Turner Sprenger
17 Reese Larson/Ava Severson
24 Melony Wingert/Jackson Fischer
31 outdoor worship 

Computer
3 Katelyn Scheevel
10 Maggie Wingert
17 Lilianna Dempewolf
24 Grant Tieskotter
31 outdoor worship

Lectors
10 youth-tbd
17 Jenna Pederson
24 Alison Leathers
31 Darrel Olson

Greeters
3 Jessica Bradt & family
10 Pam Mensink/Barb Mielke
17 Mike & Janet Erdman
24
31 outdoor worship

Altar Guild……………………………………………………Sue Grooters/Jo Randall/Vonnie Aug

Ushers…………………………………………….Gary & Joyce Hellickson/Chuck & Vonnie Aug

Communion Assistants
August 3…………………………………………………….Christy Gildner/Sue Hager/Barb Mielke
August 17………………………………………..Melissa Severson/Mike Erdman/Carol Solberg

_____________________________________________________________________________________

*Please let the office or a member of the Church Council know if one of your loved ones is sick or has passed or if you or someone you know is going to be in the hospital so that we may acknowledge them in our prayer list or pay them a visit.

*Summer Book Read  – “The Book of Longings.” Discussion will be Thursday August 21, 6:30 pm at Nancy Hengeveld’s – 329 Parkside Dr SE, Preston. “The Book of Longings” by Sue Monk Kidd is a novel which explores the imagined life of Ana, the wife of Jesus, and her journey to find her voice in a patriarchal society. Come for conversation. Come to wonder. Come whether you read the book or glanced at a summary.

*Blessing of the Animals Outdoor Worship, Sunday, August 31^st, 9am – All finned, furry and feathered creatures who will play nice with others are welcome. Stuffed animals and pictures are also welcome. Please bring a lawn chair or a blanket and come prepared for a few barks, wonderful songs, and a message inviting us to consider how everything we have, need, eat, and wear ties back to the natural world.

*REGISTRATION for Sunday School and Confirmation! Hey parents! The new school year is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to register your kids for Sunday School and Confirmation. Sunday School will begin on Sunday, September 14^th with Rally Sunday and Confirmation will start on Wednesday, September 18^th with Orientation for parents and youth. Visit our website to register – www.christlutheranpreston.org.

*Sunday School Teachers and Confirmation Leaders Needed – Might you spend an hour or two a month, or week, helping God form faith in our next generation?  We are seeking adult leaders for the 2025-26 program year. Confirmation (Grades 7-9) meets Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm and Sunday School (Ages 3 – Grade 6) meets Sunday mornings following worship from 10-10:45 a.m. We have a vibrant team of Sunday School and Confirmation Leaders and need a few additional adults to provide guidance and support for these programs. Specifically, an adult guide is needed for our 7^th grade small group and additional teachers and assistants are needed for Sunday School. Lessons and materials are prepared for you.  We also welcome a pianist or guitarist to help lead music. Contact Pastor Kris to say, “Yes, I’m in”, or with any questions.

*New Member Sunday – On September 7^th, we will be welcoming new members in worship. If you or someone you know is interested in officially joining our congregation, please let the office know by Tuesday, September 2^nd.  You may reach Amanda at 507-765-2161 or by email, office@christlutheranpreston.org. We will also have a New Member Orientation following worship with new members and their sponsors. Pick up coffee and treats in the Narthex and meet downstairs in the Fellowship Hall. On October 5^th, congregation members will have an opportunity to meet and greet during a brunch following worship.

Summer Sermon Series: GROUNDED
We invite you to root down, look up, and learn what it might mean for you and our community of faith to be grounded in creation. There will be take-home sensory activities for each topic –

August 24: Air – Make a pinwheel! Put it outside or take it for a spin yourself.
August 31: Flora and Fauna – Appreciate your pets! It’s outdoor worship and Blessing of the Animals. Bring your furry or feathered pet for a special blessing.

4 WAYS YOU CAN GIVE TO CHRIST LUTHERAN

• 💵Cash & Check. Feel free to bring your gift to any worship service or mail it directly to the church office. Checks can be made payable to Christ Lutheran Church. Giving envelopes are available from Amanda in the church office.
• 🏦 Bill Pay Through Your Bank.  (no fees incurred, recurring giving option) You can set up automatic payments through your bank’s bill pay system. Just add our church as a payee and designate your gift amount and frequency. You may set this up as a recurring payment.
• 🌐 Online Giving Through Tithe.ly. (fees apply, you may choose to cover them or not). Visit our giving page at give.tithe.ly.com and give a one-time donation or set up recurring gifts.
• 📱 Text-to-Give. (fees apply, you may choose to cover them or not). Text **GIVE** to (844) 935-2668 and follow the instructions to quickly and securely give from your mobile phone.

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• August 21^st, 6:30pm – Summer Book Read discussion at Nancy Hengeveld’s
• August 31^st, 9am – Blessing of the Animals, outdoor service
• September 14^th, 9am – Rally Sunday
• September 17^th, 9am – Confirmation Orientation

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Birthdays and Anniversaries
8/21 Jeff Bennett, Hoogie Hanson, Andrew Pederson
8/22 Val Christensen, Ascher Ostrom, Hudson Larson
8/23 Luke Johnson, AJ Harstad
8/24 Randy Brevig, Marvin Ristau, Camryn Severson; Jim & Sheila Marzolf – Anniv., Richard & Linda Wolfe – Anniv.
8/25 Shirley Dahl, Kate Nelson
8/26 Shelley Fabian, Cindy Mensink; David & Kathy Scheevel – Anniv.
8/27 Bruce Fishbaugher, Jon Johnson, Scott Wilson, Graceyn Riecks; Dean & Carol Solberg – Anniv., Brett & Jade Grabau – Anniv.
8/28 Gary Hellickson, Levi Hahn-Yetter; Todd & Darla Ebner – Anniv.

Please keep in your prayers….
family and friends of Ann Ott
Deb Ebner and Pat Tollefson and families after the loss of their mother, Ruth Callanan
Elsa Bye
Jon Haugan
Jacob Johnson
Val Christensen, who is at Chatfield Care Center
Rosalie Krips
Logan Walker
Benjamin Hoff
Colson King
Jodi Milne Trochlil
Amy Timmerman
Lynn Tienter
Marilyn Bunge, who is at Green Lea Manor, Mabel
Walt Hansen, who is at Minnesota State Veterans Home, Preston
Mary Lou Hansen, who is at Harmony Care Center
Arlene Bakalyar, who is at Park Lane Estates
Arnie Keene,  who is at Park Lane Estates
Barb Barrett, who is at Park Lane Estates
Hazel Knies, who is at Traditions
Irene Aarre, who is at Traditions
Averlene Marzolf, who is at Traditions
Helen Haugerud, who is at Traditions
Linda Hahn Smith, who is at Traditions
Arlen Kiehne, who is at Chatfield Care Center
Jim Fossum, who is at The Fillmore Place 

Weekly Calendar

Thursday, August 14
9:00 a.m.                        Men’s Fellowship
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise
1:00 p.m.                        Christ’s Crafters

Sunday, August 17
9:00 a.m.                        Worship – Guest Pastor Christopher Miller

Monday, August 18
5:30 p.m.                        Music & Worship Team

Tuesday, August 19
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise
3:00 p.m.                        Veteran’s Home Worship
6:00 p.m.                        Youth Team

Wednesday, August 20
9:30 a.m.                        Traditions Worship
10:30 a.m.                      Park Lane Worship
6:30 p.m.                        Women’s Fellowship
7:00 p.m.                        Youth FUN NIGHT

Thursday, August 21
11:30 a.m.                      Exercise
6:30 p.m.                        Summer Book discussion at Nancy Hengeveld’s

Worship Assistants in August

Acolytes
3 Harpert Pickett/Emmett Musel
10 Jezlyn Finseth/Turner Sprenger
17 Reese Larson/Ava Severson
24 Melony Wingert/Jackson Fischer
31 outdoor worship 

Computer
3 Katelyn Scheevel
10 Maggie Wingert
17 Lilianna Dempewolf
24 Grant Tieskotter
31 outdoor worship

Lectors
10 youth-tbd
17 Jenna Pederson
24 Alison Leathers
31 Darrel Olson

Greeters
3 Jessica Bradt & family
10 Pam Mensink/Barb Mielke
17 Mike & Janet Erdman
24
31 outdoor worship

Altar Guild……………………………………………………Sue Grooters/Jo Randall/Vonnie Aug

Ushers…………………………………………….Gary & Joyce Hellickson/Chuck & Vonnie Aug

Communion Assistants
August 3…………………………………………………….Christy Gildner/Sue Hager/Barb Mielke
August 17………………………………………..Melissa Severson/Mike Erdman/Carol Solberg

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*Please let the office or a member of the Church Council know if one of your loved ones is sick or has passed or if you or someone you know is going to be in the hospital so that we may acknowledge them in our prayer list or pay them a visit.

*Youth FUN NIGHT – Wednesday, August 20^th from 7-8:30pm. All youth in grades 7-12 are invited. Bring your excitement, and your friends! There will be fun activities, campfire and s’mores.

*Women’s Fellowship – The next Women’s Fellowship meeting will be held at the church on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. We moved this to a week earlier because of scheduling conflicts with some members. Nancy Hengeveld will join us to discuss her book, Petrichor. 

*Summer Book Read  – “The Book of Longings.” Discussion will be Thursday August 21, 6:30 pm at Nancy Hengeveld’s – 329 Parkside Dr SE, Preston. “The Book of Longings” by Sue Monk Kidd is a novel which explores the imagined life of Ana, the wife of Jesus, and her journey to find her voice in a patriarchal society. Come for conversation. Come to wonder. Come whether you read the book or glanced at a summary.

*Blessing of the Animals Outdoor Worship, Sunday, August 31^st, 9am – All finned, furry and feathered creatures who will play nice with others are welcome. Stuffed animals and pictures are also welcome. Please bring a lawn chair or a blanket and come prepared for a few barks, wonderful songs, and a message inviting us to consider how everything we have, need, eat, and wear ties back to the natural world.

*Celebrating New Members –Traditionally when people express an interest in becoming a member of Christ Lutheran we have held a New Member Sunday. Sometimes it’s hard to gather people on the same date. Thus, we are moving to “Celebrate New Member Sundays”. These Sundays can be any Sunday and will include a blessing in a worship service for one or many, depending on the schedule of the new members. If you are interested in becoming a member of Christ Lutheran, please reach out to Pastor Kris. We look forward to continuing to welcome you.

Summer Sermon Series: GROUNDED
We invite you to root down, look up, and learn what it might mean for you and our community of faith to be grounded in creation. There will be take-home sensory activities for each topic –

August 24: Air – Make a pinwheel! Put it outside or take it for a spin yourself.
August 31: Flora and Fauna – Appreciate your pets! It’s outdoor worship and Blessing of the Animals. Bring your furry or feathered pet for a special blessing.

4 WAYS YOU CAN GIVE TO CHRIST LUTHERAN

• 💵Cash & Check. Feel free to bring your gift to any worship service or mail it directly to the church office. Checks can be made payable to Christ Lutheran Church. Giving envelopes are available from Amanda in the church office.
• 🏦 Bill Pay Through Your Bank.  (no fees incurred, recurring giving option) You can set up automatic payments through your bank’s bill pay system. Just add our church as a payee and designate your gift amount and frequency. You may set this up as a recurring payment.
• 🌐 Online Giving Through Tithe.ly. (fees apply, you may choose to cover them or not). Visit our giving page at give.tithe.ly.com and give a one-time donation or set up recurring gifts.
• 📱 Text-to-Give. (fees apply, you may choose to cover them or not). Text **GIVE** to (844) 935-2668 and follow the instructions to quickly and securely give from your mobile phone.

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• August 20^th, 6:30pm – Women’s Fellowship
• August 20th, 7:00 p.m. – Youth FUN NIGHT
• August 21^st, 6:30pm – Summer Book Read discussion at Nancy Hengeveld’s
• August 31^st, 9am – Blessing of the Animals, outdoor service
• September 14^th, 9am – Rally Sunday

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Birthdays and Anniversaries
8/14 JoElla Finseth
8/15 Tammy Gatzke, Bruce Hoff
8/18 Erik Topness, Katie Kerns, Ron Laughlin, Oliver Erdman; Ron & Marilyn Schreier – Anniv.
8/19 Abbey Hellickson
8/20 Jon Haugan, Pat Tollefson, Shelly Topness; Ron Laughlin & Sandy Amundson – Anniv,
8/21 Jeff Bennett, Hoogie Hanson, Andrew Pederson

Please keep in your prayers….
Elsa Bye
Jon Haugan
Jacob Johnson
Val Christensen, who is at Chatfield Care Center
Rosalie Krips
Logan Walker
Benjamin Hoff
Colson King
Jodi Milne Trochlil
Amy Timmerman
Lynn Tienter
Marilyn Bunge, who is at Green Lea Manor, Mabel
Walt Hansen, who is at Minnesota State Veterans Home, Preston
Mary Lou Hansen, who is at Harmony Care Center
Ann Ott, who is at Harmony Care Center
Arlene Bakalyar, who is at Park Lane Estates
Arnie Keene,  who is at Park Lane Estates
Barb Barrett, who is at Park Lane Estates
Hazel Knies, who is at Traditions
Irene Aarre, who is at Traditions
Averlene Marzolf, who is at Traditions
Helen Haugerud, who is at Traditions
Linda Hahn Smith, who is at Traditions
Arlen Kiehne, who is at Chatfield Care Center
Jim Fossum, who is at The Fillmore Place