SIT @ FLBCS (Feat. Dr. Bryan Chapell and Dr. Zac Hicks)

All Day Event

The Summer Institute of Theology provides training for pastors and lay people in practical congregational ministry. This year we have a couple of VERY big speakers. Come for a couple classes or the full week. Register online (flbc.edu/sit) today! Course Descriptions: Session I | Monday – Wednesday Morning Christ Centered Preaching (Dr. Bryan Chapell, author of Christ Centered Preaching, Baker 1994) The goal of every sermon is to deliver Christ to the congregation through the preaching of God’s Word. Dr. Bryan Chapell, author of Christ-centered Preaching, will teach us the art and science of proclaiming Christ as presented in God’s Word. Session II | Wednesday Afternoon – Friday Option 1: Christ Centered Worship (Dr. Zac Hicks, author of The Worship Pastor, Zondervan 2016) Centering worship on Christ is so much more than singing songs about Jesus and the cross. It affects the language of our prayers, the structure of our services, the architecture of our spaces, and the habits of our planning and leading. In this course, we will explore the mindset and practices of a pastoral worship leader who wants to take Christ-centeredness seriously. Option 2: First and Second Peter (Pr. Gary Jorgenson, Assistant to the President, Association of Free Lutheran Congregations) This series on Peter’s epistles will consider the topic of hope. The saying goes, “Hope springs eternal.” But, depending upon what hope is based on or in, hope may be “iffy” at best, and downright hopeless at worst. Only hope based in God’s Word is sure and certain. 1 and 2 Peter were written to remind us of this truth and to center our hope in God’s Word. Then, no matter what trials we may face, hope will keep us encouraged. Option 3: Ethics and the Follower of Christ (Dr. Nathan Olson, Free Lutheran Bible College and Seminary Faculty) Ethics is primarily concerned with answering the question: “How do we live?” As conservative and biblical Lutherans, we answer that question with an emphasis on the new life in Christ and its manifestation through our vocations. Therefore, this course will be a study of Christian conduct and its relevance to every area of life.

Free Lutheran Bible College and Seminary

VBS - Destination Dig

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Vacation Bible School for children 3 years old through 6th grade. Dinner served at 5:30Pm and check-in starts at 5:45Pm. The program starts at 6PM. Classes are capped at 10 children each class. Classes are: 3s,4s and Kindergarten; 1st & 2nd grades; 3rd & 4th grades; and VBX 5th & 6th grades.

Bethel Baptist Church

Family "Fun in the Sun" August 8 @ Bethesda Church

1:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Sunday, August 8, will be a "Fun in the Sun" carnival for the whole family! Come to our parking lot from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm for the fun and some snacks. From Monday through Thursday, VBS will be from 9:00 am-Noon. Also come join us August 9-12 (Monday - Thursday) for an exciting adventure as we Track Down the ONE TRUE GOD! At Bethesda Church, 15033 Hwy 13 South, Prior Lake, MN. 55372 Through Bible Stories, Crafts, Snacks, and Games kids will learn who our Amazing Creator is and about the Salvation, He offers through Jesus. Questions: Call our office at (952)226-6651 or email us at bethesda@bethesdachurch.com. Bethesda Church is located at 15033 Highway 13 S., Prior Lake, MN 55372. Check out www.bethesdachurch.com or call 952-226-6651 for more info. -------------------Sent by Pastor Dwight Anderson, Cell ph. 612-423-3457, Bethesda Church, Prior Lake, MN

Bethesda Church

In-person Vacation Bible School is BACK! Aug 8-12 @ Bethesda Church

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Come join us August 8-12 (Sunday - Thursday) for an exciting adventure as we Track Down the ONE TRUE GOD! At Bethesda Church, 15033 Hwy 13 South, Prior Lake, MN. 55372 Through Bible Stories, Crafts, Snacks, and Games kids will learn who our Amazing Creator is and about the Salvation, He offers through Jesus. From Monday through Thursday, VBS will be from 9:00 am-Noon. Sunday, August 8, will be a "Fun in the Sun" carnival for the whole family! Come to our parking lot from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm for the fun and some snacks. Children age 3 through those entering 6th grade are welcome to attend VBS. This is an in-person event this year. Masks are welcome but not required. Register at https://tinyurl.com/Bethesda2021VBS The cost of the VBS is free but there is a missions project with online donations (boys versus girls) toward Fountain of Christ ministry to have supported 3 orphans in Haiti through VBS offerings for the last few years and would like to continue to support them. Those entering 7th grade and older are invited to help: please contact us at children@bethesdachurch.com if you or your older children are interested in volunteering! Volunteers needing care for younger children please contact the church for specific information. Late registration and walk-ins may be accepted as space allows. Questions: Call our office at (952)226-6651 or email us at bethesda@bethesdachurch.com. Bethesda Church is located at 15033 Highway 13 S., Prior Lake, MN 55372. Check out www.bethesdachurch.com or call 952-226-6651 for more info. -------------------Sent by Pastor Dwight Anderson, Cell ph. 612-423-3457, Bethesda Church, Prior Lake, MN

Bethesda Church

Girl's Night Out with Jackie Hill Perry

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Invite the special women in your life to hear more about the ministry of New Life Family Services and find encouragement with none other than Jackie Hill Perry! During our social hour, you’ll have the opportunity to shop from local MN businesses owned by past clients and other women in our community. If you have a local business you would like to highlight at this event, please send your request to info@nlfs.org. Let’s be women who support other women. We hope you will join us for this fun-filled night. “Jackie Hill Perry is a author, poet, bible teacher and hip-hop artist whose latest album, Crescendo, released in May 2018. Since becoming a Christian, she has been compelled to use her speaking and teaching gifts to share the light of the gospel of God as authentically as she can.” The doors open with a social hour at 6:00 p.m. with the event lasting from 7:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Tickets now available!

Cedar Valley Church

Living Waters Outdoor Concert Series - Live Music & Food Trucks

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us on August 11 Live Music Featuring the one and only TEDDY BEAR BAND and Food from the Big Red Food Truck and Fiesta Cancun Taco Mobile! What's more fun than good music, great food trucks and summertime in Minnesota? This is free, family-friendly entertainment and fun for all ages at our first annual outdoor concert series. Food will be available for purchase from the best food trucks in the metro each night starting at 6:00pm with music and activities at 6:30pm. A free will offering will be received to benefit the Arts & Music fund at Living Waters. If inclement weather, the concert will be moved inside the sanctuary. Bring a chair and join us for some fun! 865 Birch Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014 (651) 481-0220

Living Waters Lutheran Church

Neighborhood Night In The Lot

6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Join us for a night of outdoor family fun at the Shakopee Campus of Friendship Church! FREE crafts, inflatables, games, laser tag, live music and more PLUS we'll have Chick-fil-a available for purchase until 9pm. See you there!!! Bring your friends and family!! Join us for free games, activities, bouncers and live music! We will also have food to purchase as well as free summer treats. We will end the evening with a family friendly movie with popcorn. This is a great event to invite anyone you know whether that’d be friends, family, or a neighbor. Come and enjoy a neighborhood night in the lot! . For more information click the link and if you would like to serve and volunteer that would be AWESOME!!! Friday, August 13 6:30pm - 10:00pm Friendship Church, Shakopee Campus

True North Girls Choir Auditions

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

True North Girls Choir is an elite faith-based choir committed to helping girls ages 8-14 reach their highest potential as musicians, young women and followers of Jesus. TNGC provides a community where girls can form friendships, grow as musicians, develop character and grow in their faith. Additionally, members have several opportunities to serve the surrounding communities through service projects with various organizations. Auditions will be held at Living Waters Lutheran Church in Lino Lakes on Saturday, August 14th and Monday, August 16th. Please visit our website for more details: truenorthgirlschoir.com

Living Waters Lutheran Church

True North Girls Choir Auditions

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

True North Girls Choir is an elite faith-based choir committed to helping girls ages 8-14 reach their highest potential as musicians, young women and followers of Jesus. TNGC provides a community where girls can form friendships, grow as musicians, develop character and grow in their faith. Additionally, members have several opportunities to serve the surrounding communities through service projects with various organizations. Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 14th and Monday, August 16th at Living Waters Lutheran Church in Lino Lakes. Please see our website for further details: truenorthgirlschoir.com

Living Waters Lutheran Church

Revive Alive! Tent Rally

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Be a part of God's Revival! Come join us for worship, prayer, preaching, water baptisms, and meet fellow believers in the power of GOD! A FREE family weekend event, bring you friends! Where: Hinckley Community Center 102 Dunn Ave South, Hinckley, MN When:August 20, 21, 22 2021 If you cannot attend we ask that you pray for this event and share it across social media! We are believing for God to kindle His Great Spiritual Fire across the HEARTLAND!