“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and allthese things will be given to youas well.”

— Matthew 6:33

2-3 Worship and Learning

4 Faith Walk & Talk

5 Ministry & Mission

6 Congregation News

6 Worship & Music

7 Children’s Ministry

7 Servant Schoolhouse

8 Youth Ministry

9 Outreach & Fellowship Events

10 - 11 Calendar of Events

11 Veterans Day Recognition

verse of the month

inside this issue

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October 2016

“God or gods?” — Pastor EricMy Pastoral reflection for October is a paraphrase of an article written by Peter Marty. After reading his article it made me think long and hard about the importance of BELIEVE: Think UAct UBe and how important it is to know whatwe REALLY believe for it forms our pursuits in life.

When the question of religion comes up people will say something like “Yeah sure Ibelieve in God” or “yeah going to church is ok, when I get to the next stage of lifeI’ll make more time for it” or “Readingthe Bible would be a good thing but, Ijust don’t have time”.

Perhaps a better way of looking at it is“what are you really hungry for in life?” What are your deepest yearnings? What are your deepest desires? Inother words what kind of yearnings areyou willing to organize your life around?

If we are willing to talk long and honestly enough about our heart’s desires and what we truthfully organize our livesaround, we will soon discover what God or gods we actually worship. “Computershave no aspirations, no curiosity, no desire. Smartphones can’t delight in goals ororganize their existence around meaningful pursuits. Left alone, these devices sit passively. But we, in our thirst for satisfying deep human desires, have a built in restlessness.”

In our American culture our deepest longings are rarely if ever are satisfied because they typically are defined by a purchasable possession. “A want easily becomes a have in a materially comfortable world. Just go and buy it, whatever “it” happens to be!”

Yet, faith is never about possessing anything, much less God. FAITH REVOLVESAROUND SEEKING GOD. Real spiritual desire evaporates when we focus on whatwe can get from God, because the focus is ultimately about us and not on God.

As we head into fall, I firmly believe that anyone who will invest some time in someway being part of BELIEVE: Think UAct UBe — will find themselves desiringmore of God and desiring less of the gods of this world. I hope and pray you willgive it a try!

God bless you and I’ll see you in worship this Sunday!

Blessings,

Pastor Eric

WorshipWith Us!

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Prayer Resourceson the WEBVisit our website for a resource onprayer. Go to www.elca.org/prayerwhich is part of the ELCA website. Thepage provides resources for individualsseeking to expand their prayer life. Contents of the page include medita-tion, healing, prayer requests, dailyBible readings and a short coursecalled “Prayer 101”. This is an EXCELLENT resource, check it out!

resources

Servant of Christ Mission —Making DisciplesWe are committed in every aspect oflife to encourage the ministry of thecongregation and individuals to grow in the following biblical marks of discipleship: Prayer, Weekly Worship,Biblical Literacy, Spiritual Friendship,Serving and Giving.

our mission

Bringing Communion to People in Their Homes!Please let Pastor Eric or Pastor Melissaknow if there is a Servant of Christ member unable to attend worship due tomedical reasons. The Pastors would behappy to bring communion to them intheir home. Just call the church office at 763-427-5070.

communion

Upcoming Preaching ThemesSunday, 10/2 “BELIEVE: ThinkUAct UBe”Text 2 Peter 1:1-11

Theme As we prepare to jump into “BELIEVE: Think UAct UBe” it’s important to understand that what we really believe drives our actions and who we are becoming. This is also true in our life of faith. In 2 Peter, the writer invites us to begin with a firm foundation and then build on what we think/believe and shows us how ultimately that determines what we do.

Questions to Think About as You Read:

1) What is the “foundation” in 2 Peter 1:1-11?2) How does what you believe about stuff in life drive what you do?3) Are you becoming the person of faith you’d like to become or what you believe

God wants you to be? Why? Would you like to do something about it?

Special Event: 12 Noon – Baptism Class/Family Room

Sunday, 10/9 “BELIEVE: Think – What do I Believe, Who is God?”

Text 2 Corinthians 13:14Theme The Bible never tries to prove the existence of God and God can’t be

proved scientifically. There is a “leap of faith” involved. So what do we mean when we say, “we believe in God?”

Questions to Think About as You Read:

1) How have you experienced God as the Creator?2) How have you experienced God as Jesus?3) How have you experienced God as The Holy Spirit?

Special Event: 12 Noon – New Member Class & Luncheon/Fellowship Hall

Sunday, 10/16 “BELIEVE: Think – A Personal God”Text Psalm 121:1-8Theme Scripture reminds us that there is a very personal aspect of God’s

relationship to creation. We are reminded that God is good and God has a plan and that God cares for us.

Questions to Think About as You Read:

1) How have you experienced the goodness of God?2) When have you known God was searching your heart?3) How does God show care and concern for us when we go through difficult

seasons in life?

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Sunday, 10/23 Minnesota Adult & Teen ChallengeThe 40-50 voice choir members from Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge will be leading worship at both services. Be sure to invite your friends and family for anopportunity to hear how God is working in the lives of people as they live the storyof the Bible to become like Jesus!

Sunday, 10/30 “BELIEVE: Think – Salvation”Text Ephesians 2:8-9Theme Scripture provides wisdom for living. Even more important it reveals to

us the importance of a relationship with God.

Questions to Think About as You Read:

1) There are many different types of relationships. How would you define a relationship with God?

2) What does the word “salvation” bring to mind?3) How did or have you come to know Christ died for you?

Special Event: New Members Received at 9 & 10:45 a.m. Worship Services

Baptism Class DatesLearn about the meaning of baptismand how to arrange for a baptism hereat Servant of Christ. We invite all agesto be baptized. Please call the churchoffice and ask for Kim to reserve aspot. Classes are held on the first Sunday every other month at 12 noonin the Family Room at the back of theSanctuary. Baptism class dates for2016 are Sunday, October 2 and December 4.

baptism

Lent Speakers for 2017Do you or someone you know (a friend, neighbor or coworker perhaps) have an impactful testimony to be shared? I am currently searching out people who might be willing to share theirtestimony on Wednesday nightsduring next year’s Lenten services.If you or someone you know wouldlike more information I’d love tohave that conversation. Please contact me at the church either by phone 763-427-5070 or emailpastorhook@servantofchrist.com

October 9 — New Member Class & LuncheonIf you have been visiting or you have been attending regularly we consider youan important part of Servant of Christ and we invite you to consider becominga member. A New Member Class and luncheon is scheduled for October 9th,at 12 noon. New Members will be received Sunday, October 30 during bothWorship Services. If you are interested in attending the New Member Class,please check “interest in joining” with your contact information in the black“Friendship Folder” or fill out the bulletin Opportunity slip on Sunday morning,or contact Kim Miller in the church office at kimm@servantofchrist.com or763-427-5070 (x601 after hours).

Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge Returns to SOCOn Sunday, October 23rd Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge will bless Servant of Christ with their presence. Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge is a residential and outpatienttreatment facility based onBiblical principles. The 40-50voice choir will lead us in worship and share amazingtestimonies of what has andcontinues to do in people’slives. This is always a “DON’TMISS” Sunday so mark theday on your calendars!!

Is Now the Right Time?from Pastor Melissa“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens…”

— Ecclesiastes 3:1

Summer is over and we are entering the season of fall. What Spiritual Season are you in right now? Is it time to do some fall cleaning and examine what you really believe?

As a Christian Community, Servant of Christ will be starting the worship series BELIEVE: Think UAct UBe on Sunday October 2nd. It will be a time of fall cleaning for all of us as we sort through our hearts, minds and actions. We willlook at what we think, how our thoughts direct our actions, and who do our actionsmake us become.

Maybe this is a time in your life to join a small group as we work through the BELIEVE series together. It is not too late to join a small group.

Here are some small group options:Sunday October 9 at 10 a.m.Sunday October 9 at 6:30 p.m.Tuesday October 11 at 9:30 a.m.Wednesday October 12 at 6:45 p.m.Thursday October 13 at 6:45 p.m.

Please contact me if you are interested in joining one of these groups. If one ofthese groups does not fit your schedule please let me know and we can work ongetting another small group started.

Now is a good time to study the Word of God together!

Blessings, Pastor Melissa

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Lifetree Café — Join the Conversation7:00 p.m. TuesdaysOct 4th: The President’s Faith:Does it matter?

Oct 11th: Cutting: The Epidemicof Self-Mutilation

Oct 18th: Redeemed: A Real Life Cinderella Story

Oct 25th: Dealing With Difficult People: Secrets for everyday life from ahostage negotiator

bible studies

Young atHeart —October 10Young at Heart will meeton Monday, October 10th at11:30 a.m. Wewill continue our Study of the book ofActs. This is a date change becausePastor Eric will be attending a continuingeducation class on the first Monday ofthis month.

6 a.m. Friday Morning Men’s Bible StudyHave you ever wanted to simply readthe Bible and learn more about its message? All men are welcome to join this group every Friday morning at 6:00 a.m. for Bible study, lively discussions, and fellowship. We meet in the Family Room at the back of theSanctuary and coffee is provided.

Worship Hospitality MinistryWe would like to invite you to be partof our Sunday morning worship hospi-tality team! This group of peoplehelps keep our church friendly, invit-ing and provides order for our wor-ship services. Schedules are set upon a quarterly basis and you have the option to serve at either worship service for 1quarter, 3 quarters (school year), whole year or just for summer. Our currentneed for volunteers is November through March/November through May!Below is a list of volunteer opportunities needed for each worship service. A copyof the volunteer positions and “job” description are available in the church office.• Worship Coordinator • Greeter • Welcome Center Host • Usher• Acolyte/Basket Holder • Scripture Reader • Communion Server • Counters• Prayer Team Ministry • Projection Tech • Soundboard Tech• Kitchen Help/Cup Washers

If you have any questions about the Worship Hospitality Ministry or wonder if youcould help in any one (sometimes people sign up for more than 1) of the volunteercategories please call the Church Office and ask for Kim Miller (763-427-5070[x601 after hours] or kimm@servantofchrist.com) OR check the Sunday bulletinsand fill out the Opportunity slip. We offer training and help in all areas of the WorshipHospitality Ministry.

ministry & mission

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bible studies

6 a.m. Wednesday Women’sBible StudyWomen of all ages are welcome to joinour group every Wednesday morning at Hudy’s Cafe in Champlin (located onAquila Drive near Dairy Queen) for aboutan hour to study God’s Word. It is agreat way to start the day. Don’t worry if you cannot stay for the wholehour/come and go as your schedule allows. For further questions call thechurch office at 763-427-5070. Remember, God loves each one of us.You are precious in His sight.

Saturday Men’s Study Group— October 15The Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Studywill meet on Saturday, October 15thfrom 8-9 a.m. inthe Family Roomat the back ofthe Sanctuary.We will begin anew Study by focusing on theGospel of John. If you haven’ttried this group we urge you to do so aswe begin a new book. We will startpromptly at 8 a.m. and end promptly at9 a.m. and the coffee and discussionwill be amazing!!!

Servant of Christ Armed Services Committee (SOC ASC)To spiritually support, recognize and reach out to those Servant of Christ(SOC) members who are currently in the US military or reserves, have lovedones in the military or reserves, or who served in the past through prayer,spiritual friendship, serving and giving — four of the biblical marks of discipleship in SOC’s mission statement.

If you are currently serving in the US Military or Reserves (all branches recognized) or have served, have a loved one or had a loved one who servedwe would like to Thank You for your service and sacrifice. We do this in various ways: Care Packages, Veterans Day Recognition during worship services, Table Decorations (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veteran’sDay), and see the bulletin board in the Narthex for Veteran’s/Active Duty Military Events, Photos of Active Duty Military & Reserves people in our congregation and Forms to fill out if you would like to be included on the bulletin board and/or Veteran’s Day recognition. There is a form you can fillout on page 11 of this newsletter too.

For more information contact Peggy Wadman at 763-464-2960 or peggy.wadman@gmitravelinc.com

This committee does not plan on condoning any war, ideology or political party. Its only goal is to spiritually support and encourage those SOC members who areserving in the military and to honor those who have served.

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Critical Fall StewardshipBy now you have received your fall packet with all of the stewardship informationfor next year. Please know:

1. Servant of Christ does not receive any outside support from the E.L.C.A. theUnited Way or any other outside organization. Your home church and itsmany ministries are supported only by your gifts.

2. 2017 is an important year as we move forward with the goals outlined in thestewardship brochure.

3. We can achieve those God-given goals only if we all pull together.

Please prayerfully consider a timely and generous response so we can increasinglybecome the kind of church God is calling us to be.

SOC Ministry Fair — October 9Would you like to talk to Servant of Christ worshippers about the passion you havefor your particular area of ministry? Then contact Pastor Melissa and sign up tohave a table at the Ministry Fair. The Ministry Fair will be held Sunday October 30thafter the 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. worship services.

giving

Gifting Made EasyWould you find it helpful to have your offerings debited directly from yourbank account as you probably do withother obligations? Servant of Christ offers electronic giving for those of you who wish to have contributionstransferred electronically to the church’saccount. Simply complete and return anelectronic giving authorization locatedat the kiosk in the narthex or go towww.servantofchrist.com and click onthe giving page.

SOC Celebration ChoirHave you listened to the choir and said to yourself “that looks like fun”? Well we think singing to the Lord is fun and so much more. If you are interested in a short-term commitment the Christmas choir might be a good fit for you.

Contemporary Music Ministry“The heavens declaring Your glory; the skies sing the work of Your handsAnd day after day, they call out and say, “Believe”The oceans are telling Your story over and over againWave after wave, they call out and say, “Believe”Oh, what a revelation: You’ve lifted our heads and opened our eyes.And this is our declaration:We believe, we believe You are God. We believe, we believe You are goodYou have conquered the grave, taken our sin awayWe believe, we believe ev’ry word You have breathedWe believe we are Yours, and with each breath You give usWe will proclaim: We believe, we believe”

These are the lyrics to a song from Steven Curtis Chapman that go along with ourBELIEVE curriculum that begins this month. The contemporary worship team will beteaching this song and many others this year. The songs will go along with thechapters in the BELIEVE book and with the sermons on Sunday. Our prayer is thatthe lyrics to the songs will be just one more way to get God’s word into our heartsand minds.What we BELIEVE does make a difference in our lives. It makes a difference in our homes, our work and in our relation-ships. God inspired the Word to show us how to “Think like Jesus, Act like Jesus and Be like Jesus.” Let the journey begin!

Peace, Cathy Yseth and Sue Huemann cathy@servantofchrist.com and sueh@servantofchrist.com

worship & music ministry from Cathy & Susan

Christmas Choir Rehearsal Schedule:Mondays: October 24 and 31; November 7, 14, 21 and 28• Rehearsals are from 6:30-7:15 p.m. or so in theFellowship Hall

• We will practice Christmas concert music first and thenour regular music so feel freeto leave at 7:15 p.m.

• The November 28th rehearsalwill go until 8:00 p.m.

• Saturday, December 3rd willbe a morning rehearsal

• Sunday, December 4th theConcert will be presented forboth services

Please feel free to contact SusanHuemann with any questions atsueh@servantofchrist.com

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children’s ministry from Anne

Sunday Energy!Yes, we’re back at it and you can feel the energy in Sunday school. It’s fantastic!We’re excited as partners with you, in developing your children’s faith formation.We want to equip and empower each child to be a disciple of God. There is nothingmore important than the legacy of faith you will leave them!

If you have questions as the year goes on, please feel free to contact me (Anne Larsen) at church 763-427-5070 or annel@servantofchrist.com.

First Communion Classes for 4th GradeClasses will be March 19 & 26, April 2 & 9 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. in the lowerlevel. A parent must attend each class with their student/students. First Communion services will take place on Sunday, April 23.

First Communion Class for Students 5th grade and OlderThis is a one time class that will take place with Pastor Eric on March 5 at 1:00 p.m.

Family First SundaysThese Sundays are for 1st grade through 6th grade. On these Sundays parentscome with their children to class. As families, you experience and grow in yourfaith together. This year our theme will be BELIEVE: Think UAct UBe. The dateswill be November 13, January 8 and March 26.

Mark your calendars withthese important dates:Stepping Stones of FaithThis is a time for each grade, whenwe give them a gift and blessing inservice. October 9 3rd gradeDecember 11 KindergartenJanuary 22 1st gradeFebruary 12 2nd gradeFebruary 26 5th gradeApril 30 6th gradeThe 4th grade stepping stone isFirst Communion.

It’s Fall Fun at Servant Schoolhouse PreschoolIt’s October! Leaves are turning color and falling to the ground, soon there will be a distinct “chill” in the air. Our sciencetable will be full of pumpkins, gourds, acorns and Indian corn! All of our friends are welcome to bring signs of fall they findwhile outside! We will also be making our own applesauce for snack one day! It always smells so good after making it withour fresh apples!

We are also going to be talking and learning about spiders, bats and pumpkins! Do you know what is inside a pumpkin? It is a fun question to ask! Some believe that is where you will find a pumpkin pie!

At the end of the month we will be having our Halloween party! All the children will be in their costumes and we will parade around the church for parents and staff to see!

Before snack each day we recite a short prayer together:

“We pray for peace, good food and happiness for all the children of the world. Amen.”

Stop by and see us anytime! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Diane at dianep@servantofchrist.com.

Diane Poling, Director/Teacher

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junior/senior high ministry from Calvin & Mary

Senior High UpdatesA lot of things are happening in our Senior HighMinistry, we are still in the early planning stages at this point so look for information in the weeklybulletin, on Social Media and on the church websitefor the dates and times of Senior High nights andall things Senior High related!!!! It’s going to be agreat year!! — Mary Monsrud

2017 Youth Mission TripOur 2017 Youth Mission Trip will be heading back to Ebenezer Church in ChicagoJuly 29 - August 4! Put the dates on your calendar and start planning. Pick up aregistration form in the Narthex at the table in front of the Youth. A $100 deposit isdue with completed registration form. For more information email Mary atmarym@servantofchrist.com.

Pumpkin Patch Youth Mission Trip Fundraiser!The Pumpkin Patch is coming back!! Dates and times to be announced look forthem in upcoming bulletins, Sr High Youth bulletin board and website! If you’re al-ready planning to get some pumpkins please consider purchasing them from ourMission Trip High-schoolers. The proceeds from the fundraiser will assist the stu-dents going to Ebenezer Church in Chicago.

Senior High Dates to Jot Down!July 29-August 4 2017 Youth Mission Trip to Ebenezer Church, Chicago

Church Day of Service“For even the son of man came not to be served

but to serve others and give his life as a ransom for many.” — Matthew 20:28

Please join us for a Church Day of Service happening on October 2nd from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. We will be offering an opportunity for allchurch members to serve through three different service projects including:the 363 Days Food program, card making for Navy service men and womenaboard the USS Eisenhower naval carrier and making chew toys for the CoonRapids Humane Society. There will be several ways that you can get involved:• Make monetary donations for the food and materials• Donate old cotton t-shirts to be used for chew toys• Sign-up to help with set-up, clean-up and monitoring the projects• Sign-up to take part in the service projects• Deliver finished sandwiches to the drop-off siteMy name is Michaela Larsen; I am a student at UW LaCrosse, who received a Disciple of God Award and chose to coordinate a Church Day of Service at SOC for my service project. Please join me and share in a community of service and fellowship!To sign-up or make donations please visit the table located in the Narthex orcontact me at Larsen.michael@uwlax.edu or call the church at 763-427-5070.

Confirmation NewsHello Everyone!Confirmationis well under-way and sofar it’s been agreat year. Thank you to everyone whostepped up and volunteered their timeand talents to our ministry. We havesome new crews of volunteers tacklingdifferent parts of the program, and sofar they’re doing great! I have a few announcements for things you shouldbe aware of:• No Confirmation on October 19th!• Check our website for fun Junior Highevents coming up!

• Believe Kickoff is Sunday, October2nd. Join an adult small group (including one that meets on Wednesday evenings) today! EmailPastor Melissa to join.

• Confirmation Service date for 9thgraders is Saturday, May 13th. We’ll have 2 services on that day, and2 rehearsals the previous Thursdayand Friday (one for boys, one forgirls). More info to come!

Also, as you may already be aware, I’min Seminary! In two years I’ll finish withan M.A. in Congregational Mission andLeadership. My hours around thechurch will be a little wonky while Itravel back and forth from Luther, but I’ll still be working full time at SOC. I’m excited for what God has in storefor me during my time at Luther, and Ican’t wait to apply what I’ve learnedhere at SOC.Lastly, I want to encourage all of you tobe praying for our youth ministry. If wedid nothing but pray for our students,we’d be winning. At Servant of Christwe believe in the power of prayer, andwe know that God hears all of ourprayers and is working in our livesthrough them. Pray for the students, the leaders, our behind-the-scenes volunteers, and for me, too! Thanks, everyone! — Calvin Konop

5th Rhythm-n-Q’s Fundraiser — October 8thGod’s Guys Productions presents the5th Rhythm-n-Q’s fundraiser to be held at SOC on Saturday, October 8th. Event tickets include aChicken & Ribs dinner from Q-fanatic BBQ & Grill, voted “Best BBQ in Minnesota” by WCCO viewers, and live music performances by THE LOCALS and HAYDEN LAKE (Music Variety). Event tickets are $20 and available at thechurch office and between services starting early September. Tickets arelimited and sold out the past 2 events, so don’t wait! A portion of theproceeds will be donated to the 2017 Youth Mission trip.

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outreach & fellowship events

SOC Red Hatters — October 20All adult women are welcome to join us for a night of games, fun, laughter, fellowship and sweet treats! First time visitors and guests do not need to wearpink/lavender or red/purple to attend our monthly meetings.

About SOC Red Hatters:• All Adult Women are welcome to attend (18-49 wear pink & lavender; 50+ wear red & purple)

• We meet one Thursday a month at 6:30 p.m. usually in the Fellowship Hall• Our group mixes service projects with fun activities and/or outings

Service projects include: CEAP, ACBC, Anoka-Hennepin homeless youth, Bags of Love and SOC Christmas Adopt-a-Family

For more information please call Teale Colston at 763-427-3598.

Scrapbook & Craft Weekend — October 21-22Come and join us Friday, October 21 at 3:00 p.m. through 3:00 p.m. Saturday, October22 for a weekend getaway of scrapbooking,card making, sewing, stitching, or whatever youhave to finish! You can stay at the church allnight or come and go as needed. For more information please call Teale Colston at 763-427-3598 or Karen Capra at 763-712-0939.

SOC Turkey Bingo — November 19Kids of all ages! Come join the SOC Red Hatters for Turkey Bingo, Saturday, November 19 from 1-3:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall! Cost is $1.00 per Bingocard. Bingo Prize: Turkeys of course (or gift cards)!

Free popcorn will be served and there will be treats and beverages for sale. Proceeds will be used for our various service projects. Check the Sunday bulletinsfor more details.For more information please call Teale Colston at 763-427-3598.

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Servant of Christ L U T H E R A N C H U R C H Generously serving our community!

Servant SupperDonations

We can use the following items:

� Toilet Paper� Soap� Tooth Brushes� Toothpaste� Combs/Brushes� Dish Soap� Dish Cloths� Napkins� Misc. Hygiene Products

Cash Donations Accepted in the Church Office

Servant Supperserves at:5:00 - 6:00 p.m.4th Sunday of the month

Servant Supper — Sunday October 23rd 5-6 p.m.

Last month we served 70 guests!!Come be a part of a ministry thathelps serve those who need a mealor social time with others. Eatingtogether with our guests helps usto reach out as a church and be acommunity to those who may nothave anyone in their life.

This program is solely done withvolunteer help. We ask that yousign up on the sheet on the bulletinboard in the Narthex so that weknow how many volunteers arecoming and can plan accordingly.Servant Supper has been an activeministry since 2008 and has continued to be a great experienceof sharing with one another andthose who attend.

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Ongoing EventsSundays:Worship Services9:00 a.m. Traditional10:45 a.m. Contemporary9 & 10:45 Sunday school 3yr-6thChildcare available for infants through 3 year olds

Mondays:6:30 p.m. Celebration Choir Practice/Fellowship Hall6:30 p.m. Contemporary Team Practice/Sanctuary

Tuesdays:11:00 a.m. Staff MeetingNoon Bulletin Deadline7:00 p.m. Lifetree Café*7:00 p.m. Al-Anon*7:30 p.m. AA Meeting

Wednesdays:6:00 a.m. Women’s Bible Study/Hudy’s5:30 p.m. Pizza6:00 p.m. Confirmation

Fridays:6:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study/ Family Room

*Not a church function

Holy Communion Services are 1st & 3rd Sunday

Brookdale-ChamplinWorship ServicesOn the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. Pastor Melissa Maltman or Pastor Eric Walbolt leads worship for the residents and visitors at the Brookdale-Champlin Senior Living Complex. The worship service is open to all who wish to attend. If you knowsomeone there, please feel free to invite them. Current worship servicedates are listed below.

Tuesday, October 11Tuesday, November 8Tuesday, December 13

Oct. 2, Sunday BELIEVE: Think UAct UBe Kickoff!12 Noon Baptism Class/Family Room2-3:30 p.m. Church Day of Service/Fellowship Hall

Oct. 3, Monday NO Young at Heart/Rescheduled for Oct. 10 at 11:30 a.m.

Oct. 6, Thursday 6:30 p.m. The Locals Practice/Sanctuary

Oct. 7, Friday Rhythm-n-Q Set-up/Fellowship Hall

Oct. 8, Saturday Rhythm-n-Q Fundraiser (6:30 p.m. Dinner/7:00 p.m. Music)

Oct. 9, Sunday BELIEVE: Think – Chapter 1 (God)9 & 10:45 a.m. 3rd Graders Receive Faith Gift10:15 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC Downstairs12 Noon New Member Class & Luncheon/Fellowship Hall6:30 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC6:30 p.m. Contemporary Team Practice/Sanctuary

Oct. 10, Monday 11:30 a.m. Young at Heart/Family RoomNO Contemporary Team Practice

Oct. 11, Tuesday 9:30 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/Youth Room*2:00 p.m. Brookdale-Champlin Worship/Offsite

Oct. 12, Wednesday 6:45 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC

Oct. 13, Thursday 10:00 a.m. SOC Quilting Group/Fellowship Hall

Oct. 15, Saturday 8:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study Group

Oct. 16, Sunday BELIEVE: Think – Chapter 2 (Personal God)10:15 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC Downstairs6:30 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC

Oct. 18, Tuesday 9:30 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/Youth Room7:00 p.m. Church Council Meeting

Oct. 19, Wednesday NO School/Servant Schoolhouse Preschool (MEA Days)NO ConfirmationNO 6:45 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC

Oct. 20, Thursday NO School/Servant Schoolhouse Preschool (MEA Days)6:30 p.m. SOC Red Hatters/Fellowship Hall

Oct. 21,Friday NO School/Servant Schoolhouse Preschool (MEA Days)3:00 p.m. Scrapbook & Craft Begins/Youth Room

Oct. 22, Saturday 3:00 p.m. Scrapbook & Craft Ends/Youth Room

Oct. 23, Sunday MN Adult & Teen Challenge/Both Worship ServicesNO Sunday school/Childcare provided infants - 3 yrs oldNo 10:15 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC Downstairs5:00 p.m. Servant Supper

Oct. 25, Tuesday 9:30 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/Youth Room

Oct. 26, Wednesday 6:45 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC

Oct. 27, Thursday 10:00 a.m. SOC Quilting Group/Fellowship Hall

Upcoming October & November Events

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You can download an SOC monthly calendar from our church website (www.servantofchrist.com)

Oct. 30, Sunday BELIEVE: Think – Chapter 3 (Salvation)10:15 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC DownstairsNew Member Received/Both ServicesSOC Ministry Fair/After 9 & 10:45 Worship Services6:30 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC

Nov. 1, Tuesday 9:30 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/Youth Room

Nov. 2, Wednesday 6:45 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC

Nov. 6, Sunday BELIEVE: Think – Chapter 4 (The Bible)10:15 a.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC Downstairs6:30 p.m. BELIEVE Study Group/SOC

Upcoming October & November Events

calendar of events

Veterans Day Recognition – November 2016In preparation for Veterans Day the Armed Service Outreach Committee is collecting information for all SOC members and/or family members who currently or have previously served their country. We will recognize all branches of the military and reserves. Please fill out the information below and include it with your offering or leave it in the Church office no later than October 30th. Those who participated in last year’s slide show will be included again this year. For questions contact Peggy Wadman at 763-464-2960.

Rank: _________ First Name: _____________________ Last Name: ________________________________________Is the veteran a member of SOC? Yes No (Circle one)If above is no, please list relationship to SOC member: _____________________________________________________Branch of Service (Circle one): Air Force Army Marine Corps Navy Coast GuardDate of Service (approximate): _____________ - ___________

Currently Deployed Service MembersIf the above veteran is currently serving/deployed please provide us with the following information so we may supportthem through prayer and care packages.Deployment Dates (if applicable): _______ - _______Permanent Duty Station Address or Deployment Address (if applicable):___________________________________________________________________________________________________Your email address: ________________________________ Your phone number: ____________________________Would you like to include a photo of the veteran in uniform for this year’s slide show? Yes NoIf yes, please email a photo to Peggy by October 30th at peggy.wadman@gmitravelinc.com

Fellowship Hall Renovation Thank You!!!Thank you to all who generously gave of their time and/or finances to updateour Fellowship Hall and make it a warm and friendly gathering space.

Veterans’ Day RecognitionThe Armed Services Outreach Committeewill be honoring all Servant of ChristVeteran’s in November on a date to bedetermined at both services. Informa-tion on how to include a veteran in theRecognition presentation is included inthe Sunday bulletin. All information andphotos must be submitted by October30th. Please fill out the information in-cluded in the bulletin, or on the bulletinboard in the Narthex, or provide the following information to the email address listed below:• Name, Rank, Mailing Address• Association to SOC (family member,friend, etc.)

• Any upcoming deployments• Photo (if available)

New this year: If you have previouslysubmitted someone as an “active” military veteran, please update Peggywith their rank (if it has changed), or ifthey are no longer “actively” serving sothat their information is listed in thepresentation correctly.For more information contact PeggyWadman at 763-464-2960 orpeggy.wadman@gmitravelinc.com

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church contacts

Servant of Christ Lutheran Church740 East Hayden Lake Road, Champlin, MN 55316Phone: 763-427-5070 Fax: 763-427-4379Website: www.servantofchrist.com

Pastor Eric Walbolt: pastorhook@servantofchrist.comPastor Melissa Maltman: melissam@servantofchrist.comAnne Larsen, Children’s Ministry Director:

annel@servantofchrist.comCalvin Konop, Junior High/Confirmation Ministry Director:

calvink@servantofchrist.comMary Monsrud, Senior High Ministry Director:

marym@servantofchrist.comSusan Huemann, Choir Music Ministry Director:

sueh@servantofchrist.comCathy Yseth, Contemporary Music Ministry Director:

cathyy@servantofchrist.comPat Gallagher, Nursery Care Ministry Director

Servant Schoolhouse Preschool 763-427-7765Diane Poling, Director: dianep@servantofchrist.com

Church OfficeTammy Lund: tammyl@servantofchrist.comKim Miller: kimm@servantofchrist.com

BELIEVE: Think, Act, Be, KickoffSunday, October 2Rhythm-n-Q’s Fundraising EventSaturday, October 8Minnesota Adult & Teen ChallengeSunday, October 23

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