Announcements (4-20-25)
Easter - The Mystery
The promise is fulfilled.
The battle is over.
The curse has been lifted.
The victory has been won.
The relationship with our Creator has been restored.
We are glad you have joined us today. If you are new here and attending our live service, be sure to stop at the Welcome Center after worship to get a gift bag filled with appreciation for you being here. Please use the Connect Card in the seat back so we can celebrate with you or complete the Digital Connect Card to let us know if we may serve you in any way. Please come again to worship with us soon.
If you are connecting online, we’d be happy to get a gift bag to you too. Fill out a Digital Connect Card and be sure to indicate that you would like the gift bag.
Easter - THE MYSTERY
Most of us realize that we aren't perfect. We want to clean ourselves up into a more likable, desirable person who will have a greater impact on the world around us.
And that is where Jesus comes in, right? His teaching will help each of us live a better life. At least that is what many believe.
That is why Easter is a mystery. Are you ready to investigate the mystery? Let’s get started at the empty tomb.
We are created in God’s Image with blood flowing through our bodies.
Want to give a gift of life to give a person another chance at health? Your gift of blood can do that. It is time for the 21st Red Cross blood drive at St. Peter’s in partnership with the Rotary Club for Serving Minnesota Veterans.
Donate blood this Thursday, April 24 between 1:00 and 7:00pm. Sign up for a time by clicking the button below. (Walk-ins are welcome, but during busy times there will be a wait.)
Donations of clothing, non-perishable food, and used electronics are also welcome for veteran organizations we work beside. Bring them during the drive, or drop them off any time before the drive.
We (Really) Accomplished So Much!
With a small army a couple weeks ago, we crossed off 3 pages of to do projects. And the hard work is very visible. Somehow, for some reason, the copy machine keeps printing new lists!!!??? How does it know? Didn’t we just do this? Well… yes. But there are 4 more pages of checkboxes.
Just so the 20+ people who helped out don’t feel unappreciated, we want to report that they worked themselves to exhaustion. And the elevator was a little tired after all the scrap metal that was hauled outside! [And no, as tempting as it is, we won’t show the picture of a classroom full of volunteers sitting around the tables in a classroom with a cup of coffee and a donut in hand. You deserved your break time. And honestly, you work harder and longer than Hennepin County construction crews who have been working on building 6 bus stops on France Avenue for 3 years!!! At least we didn’t close down traffic for weeks on end.]
Anyway, in all seriousness, we need you. And your friends. and, well, any living beings you can find to drag along with you. We had a very strong muscular 3-year-old superhero who helped out last time, so there is no age limit on either end. Even our gray-haired pastor logged 20,000 steps that Saturday. Yes, we honestly have a task for anyone and everyone. Saturday, May 17 starting at 9:30 with supervision (or 6am unsupervised). The task list is already prepared and waiting!!!
Gym Update
Gym floor refinishing (done)
Behind the curtain purging (done)
Gym Fundraising (ongoing) We need to purchase paint and the 2nd installment for refinishing is due in July
Gym Ceiling Painting (waiting for bids / donations)
Painting Prep Begins (Saturday May 17)
Is that your thing? Maybe paint rollers don’t float your boat, but have you ever tried it with joyful conversation in a gymnasium with an echo? Spectacular experience. You won’t be disappointed. Trust us!
When? The same Facility Work Day on May 17. We just know you sports people may not be attracted to dirty windows and dusty ceiling tiles and carpet machines - but spending a morning in the gym? That may just work. If you are THAT person, do we have a brush (scrub or paint) with your name on it. Yes, you can use the same Volunteer button above - just note “gym” on the form. Can’t wait to work out with ya’ll. Seriously.
Joining Jesus
How to be an everyday missionary. Sound interesting? Joining Jesus on His Mission will alter the way you see your life as a follower of Jesus and take you beyond living your life for Jesus to living life with Jesus. Simple, powerful and applicable insights show you how to be on mission and recognize where Jesus is already at work in your neighborhoods, workplaces and schools. You will feel both relief and hope. You may even hear yourself say, “I can do this!” as you start responding to the everyday opportunities Jesus is placing in your path.
It all starts with the book. We have a copy for you! Pick one up today. Hop on the Zoom book discussion on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:00pm. Interested? How do you participate? Grab a book at the Welcome Center. Read chapter 13-15 for discussion this week then join us by clicking on the video link below.
After reading the book and seeing how Jesus is “messing with you,” you are invited to a workshop in St. Paul on May 13-14 where we will sit down in the neighborhood of the authors and be challenged to be everyday missionaries. The workshop will run from 1pm to 8pm each day and will include dinner both days. We will carpool together from St. Peter’s.
Ready? Contact Pastor Mark for more information or express your interest. mshockey@stpetersedina.org
Attention STP KIDS!
Are you ready for some outside fun? We are hosting a Family Campfire in the grassy playground area on Sunday, June 8 beginning at 5:00pm.
We will have the grill out, games ready, a family activity, crafts to work on, and of course smores!
Kick off your summer with your STP KID friends and families. And if you don’t have little people, but enjoy hanging out with little people, you are also welcome to join us. It will be a memorable experience.
Jesus Gave It All
We encourage you to join us in the excitement of generous giving to see what God is doing in our community and around the world. There is a basket near the main entryway if you would like to contribute. Check the giving options on the website by clicking the button below. Perhaps you want to support the Mission Fund, or give specifically to the Facility Fund or the Gym Fund. Wherever and however you give, you will partner with God to bless others.
Together we meet families at the intersection of faith and real life.
Upcoming Birthdays
April 21 - Roy Cornett
April 21 - Ailee Moquist
April 21 - Rachel Moquist
April 30 - Sharon Gutierrez
May 1 - Donna Gongoll
If your birthday is in the next two weeks and you are missing from this list, fill out a connect card and share your birthday so that your St. Peter’s family of faith can life you up to the Lord.