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Summer Schedule (Memorial Day thru Labor Day)

Saturdays: 5:00 pm - Country-Gospel Service

From Pastor Steve:

"I believe in . . . the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen"

These are the three concluding statements we make each time we confess our faith in the words of the Apostle's Creed. They are things we believe in, things we look forward to, things we trust our Lord God to make real for us. They are three things which are intimately connected, and one of them cannot be truly understood except in relation with the others. Indeed, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting, go hand-in hand – for they all come together in one person: Jesus Christ.

The promise of the gospel is that each one of these things are brought about by Christ on our behalf. Through his own death and resurrection, Christ has made these gifts a reality for each one of us. You and I have been united with Christ himself, who was raised from the dead to live and rule eternally.

Even now, you and I are being freed from sin by the death of our mortal bodies, so that we may rise again as a new creation, to serve God in righteousness and purity forever. Forgiveness, resurrection, new life – these are the steps by which God brings about our salvation. And through it all, we know that the promise we have been given by God is one which is based upon our Lord himself. “Because he lives, we will live also.”

Janitorial Position Open At Holy Cross

Holy Cross is looking to hire a Janitor to clean the church. This position requires 6 working hours per week and will start in September 2010. For a detailed job description and interview, contact Kris Meissner at 320-963-6139.

Lutheran Night at Twins: SOLD OUT!

Dear Twins Fans of Holy Cross: I regrettably must inform you that Lutheran Night at the new Target Field, Aug. 18th, is sold out. There are no tickets left so we will not be planning a trip this year. Any questions, or if you just want a shoulder to cry on, see Marilyn Groth. We will try again next year - much earlier!!

Thank You…

Marlowe Lexvold would like to thank Holy Cross for the opportunity to design the new garden in front of the church. Thanks to everyone who helped and donated to make this garden look so beautiful! You are all welcome to enjoy it!

Thinking About Joining Holy Cross?
There will be a New Member Information meeting on Sunday, July 18th at 10:30 am, for those who are interested in joining. We will be receiving another group of new members in August. Please let Pastor Pete know if you would like to be included in the upcoming event.
Walking the Neighborhood
Again this year we are looking for volunteers to walk the neighborhoods of Maple Lake, dropping off fliers inviting people to our Country Music Festival and Vacation Bible School. It is a good way to do evangelism, get some exercise, and maybe meet a new neighbor. If you are interested, give Pastor King a call.
Can You Help?
We are looking to borrow an outdoor canopy for the Country Music Festival on Sunday, July 25th for shade and shelter during the outdoor concert. If you have one available, please contact Deb Olsen at 320-236-7949. Thank you!
Quilters Group
The Quilters Group meets every Monday at 1:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We have a Bible Study on the first Monday of the month, and dedicate the rest of our time to quilting. If you love to quilt, join us! Contact Alice Schupp for more details: 963-3326
Wednesday Whittlers

The Wednesday Whittlers is a small group of men doing little odd jobs around church on the first and third Wednesdays at 9:00 am. If interested please contact Dave Sehlin at: 763-682-6336. We could use your talents!

Holy Cross Endowment Fund

Holy Cross has established an endowment fund for those who would like to make a contribution that will generate interest income for years into the future! The purpose of the Endowment Fund is to enhance the ministry in specific areas, including: Music, Education, Youth, Outreach, Seminary support. No portion of the income generated by the Fund shall be used for the annual operating budget of the congregation. For more info, contact Dave Sehlin at 763-682-6336.

The Simply Giving® Program

Since Holy Cross began offering an automated giving program called The Simply Giving Program endorsed by Thrivent Financial Bank, many of our members have chosen to participate.

Several members have told us how much they like the program because of its convenience. They also mentioned that they appreciate that their financial gifts to Holy Cross continue even if they are out of town and aren’t able to be at a worship service.

The Simply Giving® Program endorsed by Thrivent Financial Bank is a way to help you achieve your stewardship plan for Holy Cross. You can enroll at any time by completing the Simply Giving enrollment form located in the church office.

LCMC Information

For those interested in learning more about LCMC, feel free to check out their website at: www.lcmc.net

You will not only find news, information, and policy statements, you can also find a list of the dozens of congregations like ours who have joined within the last year.

Sundays:   8:00 am - Traditional Worship Service
                     9:00 am - Refreshments
                     9:30 am - Contemporary Worship Service

NEWS & EVENTS

Click for July: Calendar, Newsletter, Volunteer List

July 7

7:00 PM

VBS Planning Meeting

July 11

10:30 AM

Potluck to Celebrate Our Pastors' Milestones

July 18

9:00 AM
10:30 AM

Sundaes on Sunday
New Member Information Meeting

July 19

8:00 AM
11:00 AM

"Feed My Starving Children" Trip (see below)
Book & Brunch Club at Madigan's (see below)

July 20

1&7 PM

Reaching Out Prayer Group

July 25

8&9:30 AM
5-7 PM
7:00 PM

Country Services
Pork Chop Feed
Country Concert

July 25

10:30 AM

Heaven's Angels Road Trip

YOUTH AND CONFIRMATION NEWS
Confirmation Sunday for next year’s 10th graders is SEPTEMBER 19TH, 2010 at the 10:30 service. Mark your calendars and watch for more information later in the summer.

All Parents: Encourage your students to complete any work that is still due from last year. If you have questions, contact Pastor Pete.

July 11 Pot Luck to Celebrate Our Pastors' Milestones
In honor of the Anniversaries of Ordination of both pastors (20 years for Pastor King and 32 years for Pastor Pete), you’re invited to a pot luck celebration on Sunday, July 11th following the 9:30 service. Dessert will be provided. Please come to honor our pastors for their years of dedicated service.
July 18 Sundaes on Sunday!!! – July 18th

Come for a Sundae - Stay for a Sermon! The youth of Holy Cross will be serving ice cream sundaes on Sunday, July 18th between the services. Anyone grades 7 and up who would like to help, contact Jean Wagner: 963-5780.

July 19 Serving: “Feed My Starving Children”

A group from Holy Cross (3rd graders to adult) will be going to a Feed My Starving Children facility in Coon Rapids on Monday, July 19th. We’ll meet at church at 8:00 am and carpool to our volunteer session, which goes from 9:30 to 11:30. Then, we’ll have lunch together at a restaurant. If you are interested in coming, please sign up in the narthex.

July 19 The Book and Brunch Club

ATTENTION: CHANGE: The monthly Book Club has a name: “The Book & Brunch Club”. We’ll be meeting on the 3rd Monday of the month at 11:00 am at Madigan’s. We’ll have lunch while we discuss our book of the month. June’s book is “Too Close to the Sun” by Curtis Roosevelt. July’s book will be “Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins. Anyone who has not been keen on going out at night but would like to come during the day, now is your chance. Hope to see some new faces! Any questions, call Judy 963-3665.

July 25th Country Music Festival
The last Sunday in July is the date this year for our annual Country Music Festival. We will again be planning for two "packed" services on that day, plus quilt and bake sale. In the evening there will be a pork chop feed from 5-7 and a FREE concert at 7:00 pm. Come for a rousing country celebration!
July 25: 2nd Annual Heaven’s Angels Road-Trip!
(Motorcycles and any other 2 person vehicles) We will leave after the 2nd service to cruise the back roads of Central Minnesota. We will stop for a light lunch somewhere. We plan to return to church in time for the evening meal and concert. If you have any questions contact either Bill or Mary Bemboom at 763-682-3121. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex.
Mom’s Bible Study
The Monday Morning Bible Study meets from 9:15-10:30 am. We welcome new people to come and join us. Call Shannon Vietmeier for more info at (763) 878-2761.
Vacation Bible School “Rebekah and Her Family”

Mornings: August 2nd-6th 9:00 am – 12:00 noon

VBS week will be held the mornings of August 2nd-6th this year. If you are interested in helping out for the week, please contact the church office, 963-3536. Again this year, we plan to co-sponsor VBS along with Bethlehem United Church of Christ.

*A Planning Meeting is set for July 7th at 7:00 pm. Come if you are interested in helping. We need you!

Saturday Sermon Series: “PLAYING SECOND FIDDLE”

When American composer and conductor, Leonard Bernstein, was asked what was the most difficult instrument to play, he responded, “Second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but to find someone who plays second violin with enthusiasm is difficult. Yet, if no one plays second fiddle, we have no harmony.” That is true in the kingdom of God. Yes, God works through the great stars of the Biblical story: Moses, King David, the Apostle Paul. But it is equally true that God works through “actors in a supporting role.”

Some of the persons we will study in this Saturday sermon series include:
· JOHN THE BAPTIST – Advance Man for the Messiah
· ANDREW – Living in Peter’s Shadow
· BARNABAS – The Son of Encouragement
· SILAS – Missionary Partner

This series, led by both pastors, runs through June and July. See how God works through the lives and ministries of the less famous.

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LINKS:

A Congregation of the WordAlone Network and the Lutheran CORE (Coalition for Reform)