When it comes to poison oak and ivy, it is wise to heed these words of advice “leaves of three let them be.” The leaves are usually grouped three to a stem. Contact with these plants usually causes red, swollen skin, blisters, and severe itching. Washing the resin off the skin with...
The BE Well Faith committee continues to engage in discussion around a variety of topics. Communicating with staff concerning safety practices when in the building. Determining space for staff or others who may become sick while in the building. Preparing for weekly offering of...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. Look at our vegetables grow! Plants, purchased with hunger grant proceeds, are growing in Faith home gardens. Soon we will harvest produce and donate it to local food...
As Faith Lutheran discerns next steps in being able to offer in-person worship opportunities (with restrictions), the Be Well Faith committee continues to review all the guidance available from the CDC, the MN Department of Health, and the ELCA. One thing that has been made abundantly clear by...
Dear Faith Friends, Back on March 8th, when we had our last in-person worship at Faith, I had no idea it would be until July before we could even consider gathering in our building again. Thank you for your patience as we continue to wrestle with when and how to open our building, following the...
Pictured: Jesse Mollner My little bubble has been popping a whole lot lately. Did you know June 12th was Loving Day? When I saw that, I assumed it was like a bonus Valentine’s Day for the summer, but it’s actually the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in 1967 that banned...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. Thank you to our amazing Grounds Beautification Team for care of the gardens and landscaping at Faith (while maintaining physical distance). The Prayer Garden is especially...
The Be Well Faith committee met virtually on Thursday, June 11. This group continues to analyze information and data from the ELCA, CDC, and MN Department of Health. This information will guide decisions on when and how Faith can return to pre-pandemic routines and schedules. Along with...
Hot weather can be dangerous for all ages. Here are a few tips to help prevent problems from heat. Stay out of the hot sun whenever you can and wear loose, light colored clothes. Wait until the sun is going down or early morning when it’s cooler to go for a run or yard work that is...
Dear Friends of Faith, Your Church Council met virtually on Tuesday, June 9. The Council remains grateful to Faith’s staff for their dedication to keeping the church in touch with members, for providing meaningful worship experiences, and for staying on top of all the information needed...