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Announcements for the Week of October 19, 2025

Welcome to Chain of Lakes Church

Please welcome Colby Martin to worship. Colby is a nationally known speaker who wrote the book, “Unclobber.” He was fired from his congregation for his advocacy surrounding LGBTQ. He has an important story to share about acceptance.

Because Colby Martin’s presence is an opportunity for kids, Elementary aged children, 1st grade and older are invited to stay in worship today. Worship bags will be shared with them. Children Kindergarten and under are welcome to go the the Nursery. 

Kids Church will be resumed next Sunday.

10/18, Saturday, 10am – Soul Refresh Yoga

10/20, Monday, 10am – 3-Year Planning

10/20, Monday, 6:30pm – Personnel

10/21, Tuesday, 11am – Staff

10/22, Wednesday, 6pm – Session

10/22, Wednesday, 6:30pm – Deacons

10/22, Wednesday, 7pm – Women’s Choir

10/23, Thursday, 10am – Bible Discussion Group

10/25, Saturday, 10am – Bible Discussion Group

10/25, Saturday, 10am – Soul Refresh Yoga

We’ll be holding our Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, November 8 from 9am-2pm. We’re looking for crafters and vendors to sell their goods. Please contact Maria at COLcraft2025@outlook.com to request a booth.

Calling all bakers! We are looking for folks willing to bake cookies, bars, or a pie for the annual Craft Fair & Bake Sale on November 8. Please deliver items to the church on Friday, November 7. Sign up on the communication card with your bake & quantity.

“Reading Through the Bible” discussion groups are continuing. The Thursday group led by Sonia Larson and Kathy Brevig will meet October 23, 10am at the church. On October 25, 10am, the Saturday group led by Judy Chesla and Kathy Brevig will meet at Judy’s home. Anyone reading through the Bible this year is welcome to attend.

Soul Refresh Yoga is a faith-integrated practice that considers all ages and abilities. It is accessible to anyone and is done seated in a chair or standing using the support of a chair if necessary. It includes gentle movements, breath work and guided meditation. This is a spiritual practice and a wonderful time for self-care. Mats are provided if needed. The class is taught by Maria Douglas, a physical therapist and 200 hour registered yoga instructor. She has been teaching yoga for 20 years. Classes meet at the church on Saturday mornings at 10am: Oct. 25, Nov. 15 & 22.

Get your Superhero costume ready for Trunk or Treat which will be Sunday, October 26 from 4 to 6pm. THE THEME IS: Superheroes! The biggest need right now is people who can provide a trunk. Sign up on the Communication card. Please also indicate if you could bring extra bags of candy to the church to ensure that we don’t run out of candy. Most likely hundreds of people will attend Trunk or Treat.

Our next service opportunity will be on Wednesday, October 29 from 5-6:30pm at the Coon Rapids site. This is a Youth Ministry Event so youth and their families are invited to join us! Please sign up on the communication card.

Interested in finding out what it is that God designed you to do? Consider participating in the Serving from the Heart small group on Saturday, November 1, from 9:00-3:00 at Chain of Lakes for clarity on your gifts, talents, and passions. Sign up on the communications card or email info@colpres.org. Uncover your S.T.R.I.D.E. (Spiritual Gifts, Talents, Resources, Individuality, Dreams, Experiences) and put it into action.

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.

 
THE YEAR OF THE BIBLE AT CHAIN OF LAKES

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 Saturday discussion group, led by Judy Chesla and Kathy Brevig will meet October 25, 9am at the church

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.

“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

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