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Announcements for the Week of December 28, 2025

Welcome to Chain of Lakes Church

Welcome to worship at Chain of Lakes Church. Today we are looking at the story of Simeon. We will continue the Christmas season by singing many Christmas carols.

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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.

COL Youth Group is taking a break during Christmas and New Years, but will resume January 7th from 6:30-8PM! All students in grades 6-12 are welcome to join. See you there!!

Practicing the Way
Maria Douglas is leading a book discussion small group on Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus, Become like Him, Do as He Did  by John Mark Comer. This introduction to spiritual formation is full of John Mark Comer’s trademark mix of theological substance and cultural insight as well as practical wisdom on developing your own Rule of Life. The approximately 8 week study will start Saturday, January 10, 2026, 10am at Chain of Lakes. Please sign up on the communication card.

It’s Not All Black and White, Right?

As a way to go deeper in the “It’s Not All Black and White, right?” series, Pastor Paul will be leading a five-week small group on Wednesdays starting Wednesday, January 17 at 6:30pm. This group will look at different ways people have looked at issues like salvation, Christian nationalism, unanswered prayer, the poor and LGBTQ issues. Within these wide variety of views, people will be encouraged to develop their view and understand the views of people who think differently. Please sign up on the Communication card.

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!

1/2/2026   Friday  Noon        Decorate Worship Center

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!

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.

 

Practicing the Way


Maria Douglas is leading a book discussion small group on Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus, Become like Him, Do as He Did  by John Mark Comer. This introduction to spiritual formation is full of John Mark Comer’s trademark mix of theological substance and cultural insight as well as practical wisdom on developing your own Rule of Life. The approximately 8 week study will start Saturday, January 10, 2026, 10am at Chain of Lakes. Contact info@colpres.org to sign up.

It’s Not All Black and White, Right?

As a way to go deeper in the “It’s Not All Black and White, right?” series, Pastor Paul will be leading a five-week small group on Wednesdays starting Wednesday, January 14 at 6:30pm. This group will look at different ways people have looked at issues like salvation, Christian nationalism, unanswered prayer, the poor and LGBTQ issues. Within these wide variety of views, people will be encouraged to develop their view and understand the views of people who think differently. Please email pastor@colpres.org

Experiencing God book study

Next meetings Jan. 7 and 21, 2026, 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.

 

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