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Announcements for the Week of December 21, 2025

Welcome to Chain of Lakes Church

Welcome to worship at Chain of Lakes Church. Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent. Pastor Paul is continuing a series called, “Four words that never get old.” Today the word is prayer. Thanks to the Women’s Choir for singing.
Today is “Ugly Sweater” Sunday. Your ugly sweater might win you a prize!

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Elementary aged children, 1st grade through 5th grade are invited to attend Kid’s Church after the first set of songs. Children who are Kindergarten and under are welcome to go to the Nursery. Youth who are 6th grade and older are asked to worship with their families and not attend Kid’s Church. A separate group for them is being considered for Sunday morning in 2026.

The Session has called a meeting of the congregation for today at 10:15am. The purpose of the meeting is to elect people to serve on the Session and to serve as Deacons.

Christmas Eve worship will be at 5 and 7pm. Enjoy a relaxed, meaningful evening or worship filled with beautiful music, Scripture, candlelight, and a message of hope from Pastor Paul. All who are present will end worship by singing “Silent Night.” For many this is the worship highlight of the year! This is the service that many people are willing to attend. Often that person is waiting for an invitation. Who can you invite?

Looking for a way to get involved and make a difference? There are many ways to serve throughout our church—whether greeting guests, helping with children’s ministry, volunteering with the Local Impact Team, or being part of a small group. Stop by the Giving Tree, at the back of the Worship Center, and fill out a leaf or two! You are welcome to place a leaf on any opportunity that fits your gifts and schedule! We look forward to filling the Giving Tree with You!

12/23 Tuesday 11am Staff

12/24 Wednesday 5pm & 7pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Services

Bible Discussion Groups
“Reading Through the Bible” discussion groups are concluding. The Thursday group led by Sonia Larson and Kathy Brevig will meet January 8, 2026, 11am at Perkins in Blaine. The next Saturday group meeting, led by Judy Chesla and Kathy Brevig is yet to be determined. Congratulations to all in the congregation who have made it through the whole year of reading through the Bible!

The Local Impact Team is once again partnering with a number of agencies and collecting hats, gloves, boots, jackets, and warm clothes for those in need. All sizes needed!

 Look for the large white box right inside the door. The collection will last through December 21 and will be distributed during Christmas week.

Volunteer for worship

Chain of Lakes is a place where you can share the gifts and passions God has given you.
Learn about God and express praise through various volunteer activities that help this community to worship God. To sign up or learn more, please contact Chain of Lakes at 763.208.8049 or info@colpres.org
Lead Music
From bluegrass, to choir, to children with their bells, Chain of Lakes is singing a new song unto the Lord!
 
The worship music team rotates between a dedicated group of volunteer musicians from Chain of Lakes weekly. 
 
If you are a musician looking to use your gifts in a ministry setting, you are welcome here. Instrumentalists and vocalists are encouraged to inquire and become a part of how God is using musicians at Chain of Lakes.
Other Leadership Roles
click on each description below for more information:

Small groups

Adult Enrichment, Small Groups, 
Strangers Become Friends Group
Workshops and Programs

Why participate? To connect with others, grow in faith, learn and have fun!
Sign up at info@colpres.org 
Groups meet at Chain of Lakes Church, 2650 125th Ave NE, Blaine, MN unless otherwise specified.

Soul Refresh Yoga
Autumn sessions have concluded. Check back for winter schedule.  Saturdays, 10 – 10:45am at Chain of Lakes
Leader: Maria Douglas
Soul Refresh Yoga is a faith-integrated practice that considers all ages and abilities, using the support a chair if necessary. It includes gentle movements, breath work and guided meditation. Mats are provided if needed. Maria Douglas is a physical therapist and 200 hour registered yoga instructor who has been teaching yoga for 20 years.

Experiencing God book study
Nov. 5, 12, Dec.10, Wednesdays, 6pm at Frank & Heather Butterfield’s home in Centerville (times may vary)
Leaders: Frank and Heather Butterfield
Experiencing God, by Claude V. King, Henry T. Blackaby & Richard Blackaby will help you grow in your love relationship with God. Hear of God’s miracles and workings in the world. Get to know Jesus better. This multi-week study will be scheduled to fit the participants availability.

 

“Strangers Become Friends” Facebook Group

Join this group, also known as SBF, to be alerted of fun activities and fellowship opportunities, or to announce your own. Clicking here will take you to the page, then request to join if you haven’t already. You do not have to be a member of Chain of Lakes to join.

Reading Through the Bible with a 5 Day Plan
Everyone is invited to read through the Bible in 2025. This special Bible reading system allows you to read the entire Bible in one year while only reading five times a week. Five readings a week gives room to catch up or take a day off and makes daily Bible reading practical and do-able. The plan doesn’t require a specific version of the Bible. Printed copies are available at the church, or go to fivedaybiblereading.com to download the schedule.

Those who decide to commit to reading through the Bible are encouraged to take part in discussion groups, though you may also choose to read without attending a group. 

 

“Reading through the Bible” Discussion Groups

The Thursday group will meet Dec. 18, 10am, at the church.

The Saturday discussion group, led by Judy Chesla and Kathy Brevig will meet at a yet to be determined date that will be posted here. 

Everyone reading through the Bible this year is welcome to attend. Discussing what we’re reading, sharing our questions, struggles and insights, makes the Bible more relevant. You don’t have to sign up – just show up or talk to any of the leaders.

Prayer Group & Prayer Requests

Members of the Chain of Lakes Prayer Group pray over the requests that are received at Chain of Lakes each week.  Let Chain of Lakes pray for you! Fill out the Communication Card on the About page to send a prayer request, or email the church office: info@colpres.org  or call 763.465.8585. Also contact the church office for more information or to be a part of the Prayer Group. 

Chain of Lakes first season of Wonderful Wednesdays has concluded. Please take part in the various summer events and small groups, and then Wonderful Wednesdays will start a new season in September.

What happens at Chain of Lakes’ Wonderful Wednesdays?  Dinner, Youth Group, Speakers and Small Groups

  • 6:00pm A meal and fellowship will be shared by youth and adults in the Chain of Lakes worship space
  • 6:30pm Youth Group will go to the Youth area with representatives of the Youth Council
  • 6:30pm Adults hear a presentation or attend a small group.

Wonderful Wednesdays are open for anyone to attend – all are welcome. 

Ministry Teams

More information about each team can be provided by each team’s respective team lead. Contact the church office to reach any of the team members: 763.465.8585 or info@colpres.org
 
Is your team creating an event for the church? Please fill out this Communications Form to help the Communications Team promote the event! Ideally the form will be filled out two months before the event. Contact Pastor Paul Moore at pastor@colpres.org ifyou have questions about the form.
Communications/Marketing
Chris Audet, Ashley Gramling, Chris Krebsbach (Lead), Pastor Paul Moore (staff)
 
Connection
Heather Butterfield (Lead), Obi Anizor, Gloria Ivers, Kate Lawrence, Pastor Paul Moore (staff)
 
Building, Grounds & Technology
 Bob Bushard, Amy Cory, Steve Cory, Paul Edgett (Lead),  Pastor Paul Moore (staff), Dick Pederson
 
Local Impact
Janice Aanenson (Lead), Jeff and Maria Douglas, Sarah Green, Pastor Paul Moore (staff), Dick Pederson, Ann Raschka, Ann Turner
 

Personnel
Jolene Altrichter, Greta Clark (Lead), Val Owens,  Pastor Paul Moore (staff)

Adult Enrichment Small Group Planning
Kathy Brevig, Ivy Cavegn (Lead), Judy Chesla, Sonia Larson, Pastor Paul Moore (staff) 
 
Volunteer Empowerment
Jolene Altrichter, Pastor Paul Moore (staff)
 
 

Stewardship/Finance
John Altrichter (Lead), Gina Bloomfield, John Ivers, Sara Lord, Dave Nyberg, Pastor Paul Moore (staff), Jordan Serfling, Bruce Turner

Worship
Whitney Berre. Jan Boehm (staff), Lois Bushard, Paul Edgett, Aaron Lawrence, Pastor Paul Moore (staff)
 
Family Ministries Team
 Amy Cory, Kayla Flanagan, Val Owens,  Jordan Serfling
 
Youth Council
Chris Audet, Bob Bushard, Heather Butterfield