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Announcements for the Week of November 30, 2025
Welcome to Chain of Lakes Church
Welcome to worship at Chain of Lakes Church. Today is the first Sunday of Advent. Thanks to the Leitch family for lighting the Advent candle. Pastor Paul is starting an Advent series called, “Four words that never get old.” Today he is looking at the word, “peace.” A report about the recent Leader’s Retreat and how it affects the congregation will be shared.
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.
Laura Lynch has taken a job as an Administrator at St. Paul Academy. For the short-term Kathy Brevig and Ann Turner are filling in at the office. Chain of Lakes has started a process of hiring a new Administrator. This position is for approximately fifteen hours a week for two or three days of work. If you know of someone who might be interested or if you would like to look at the Job Description, email Pastor Paul at pastor@colpres.org. The people on the Hiring Team are Molly Johnson, Val Owens and Pastor Paul.
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!
12/1 Monday 10am 3-Year Planning
12/1 Monday 6:30pm Stewardship/Finance
12/2 Tuesday 11am Staff
12/2 Tuesday 4:30pm Small Group/Adult Enrichment
12/2 Tuesday 6:30pm Disciples at Chain of Lakes
12/2 Tuesday 6:30pm Local Impact
12/3 Wednesday 6:30pm Youth Group
12/4 Thursday 10am Bible Discussion Group
12/4 Thursday 7pm Worship Team
12/6 Saturday 9am Presbytery Meeting
12/6 Saturday 10am Cub Food Grocery Bagging
The Connection Team is sponsoring a “Disciples at Chain of Lakes” gathering on Tuesday, December 2 at 6:30pm. This is the second step to joining Chain of Lakes. A joining ceremony will take place at the end of the gathering. Child care will be provided.
Bible Discussion Groups
“Reading Through the Bible” discussion groups are continuing. The Thursday group led by Sonia Larson and Kathy Brevig will meet Dec. 4, 10am at the church. The next Saturday group meeting, led by Judy Chesla and Kathy Brevig is yet to be determined. Anyone reading through the Bible this year is welcome to attend.
The Presbytery of the Twin Cities Area is holding its annual meeting at Chain of Lakes Saturday, Dec. 6, 9am – noon, followed by a lunch. Pastor Paul will be installed as Moderator at this meeting, which includes a worship service and Communion. Folks from Chain of Lakes are welcome to attend. Pam Graves, John Ivers, Kathy Brevig and Paul Edgett are coordinating with the Presbytery, and asking for a few volunteers from Chain of Lakes to help with greeting people and with getting coffee and pastries out as people arrive, and with lunch following the meeting.
The Local Impact team is looking for volunteers to bag groceries on Saturday, December 6. You can sign up for one of 3, 2-hour shifts at the Cub Foods at 12595 Central Ave NE in Blaine. Please mark the communication card or sign up in the Commons area. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go to agencies that provide services to people experiencing hunger &/or homelessness.
Christmas Eve worship will be at 5 and 7pm. Come enjoy a special sermon, candlelight, and Communion. All who are present will end worship by singing “Silent Night.” For many this is the worship highlight of the year!
