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Announcements for the Week of September 14, 2025

Welcome to worship at Chain of Lakes Church. Today Pastor Paul is continuing a sermon series called, “Unlocking the Bible” Each Sunday he’ll share a key that will help each of us unlock the messages of the Scriptures.

Elementary aged children (K-5th grade) are invited to participate in the Kids’ Church, and babies – preschool children are invited to participate in the Nursery program every Sunday. Children aged 5 and under can be checked in at the nursery before service, and elementary aged children will be dismissed during the service. Please fill out the check-in form in the nursery with your cell phone and child info. Parents will be contacted via text if your child needs assistance during the worship service. At the end of the service, please pick up your kids from the Nursery and Kids’ Church areas.

Per Capita is an offering that Chain of Lakes takes to support the wider denominational work of the Presbyterian church. Chain of Lakes pays $40 per member or disciple. Everyone who is a disciple or member of Chain of Lakes is encouraged to pay their Per Capita. This is a way to celebrate all of the terrific work that the Presbyterian Church (USA) does. Checks can be made out to Chain of Lakes. Please mark that the contribution is for Per Capita.

9/13, Saturday, 9am – Hope 4 Youth Anoka

9/15, Monday, 10am – 3-Year Planning Team

9/17, Wednesday, 6:30pm – Get-To-Know-You Gathering

9/17, Wednesday, 7pm – Women’s Choir

9/18, Thursday, 9:45am – Bible Discussion Group

The Women’s Choir meets this fall again for 6 weeks. The first rehearsal will be Wednesday, September 17 at 7pm in the Worship Space.  If you have questions feel free to contact Jan Boehm at jan.b@colpres.org. If you would like to participate, please sign up on the communication card.

The Connection Team is sponsoring a session called, “Get-To-Know-You” which will be on Wednesday, September 17 at 6:30pm. This is the first step of a two-step process in becoming a member or disciple at Chain of Lakes. At this session, Pastor Paul will share his story, a brief story of Chain of Lakes and participants will have the opportunity to share some of their story with another person. Child care is provided and snacks will be shared at the end of the gathering.

“Reading Through the Bible” discussion groups are continuing this summer. The Thursday group, led by Sonia Larson and Kathy Brevig will meet September 18, 9:45am at the church. On October 25, 10am, the Saturday group led by Judy Chesla and Kathy Brevig will meet at the church. Anyone 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.

The Building, Grounds, and Technology Team (BGT) is looking for people to help maintain our beautiful building and grounds. Would you like to help with painting, yard work, various chores or building things? Consider donating your knowledge and skills to our church. Please talk to Pam Graves, Paul Edgett, or email info@colpres.org. 

Come and join many others in cleaning up the highways near the church building on Saturday, September 27 at 9am. See if you can win the “weirdest thing on the side of the road” contest. Sign up on the Communication card or on the sign-up sheet in the Commons.

The Local Impact Team is organizing a group of walkers from Chain of Lakes for the 4K fundraising walk for HOPE 4 Youth. The walk is Friday, October 3 at Bunker Hills Golf Course. Registration begins at 6pm, a welcome program is at 6:45 and the walk begins at 7pm. Chain of Lakes is a sponsor for the walk. If you are interested in participating, sign up on the Communication card.

Come hear Steve Robach’s presentation on “The Kingdom of God in the Here and Now.” His talk will begin at 7pm, Monday, October 6. Arrive at 6:30pm to hear about a new season of small groups and workshops while you enjoy a dessert and fellowship. Childcare will be offered.

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.

Save the Date! This year Trunk or Treat will be Sunday, October 26 at from 4 to 6pm.

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
https://www.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

On September18 the Thursday group led by Sonia Larson  and Kathy Brevig will meet at the church at 9:45am. 

The Saturday discussion group, led by Judy Chesla and Kathy Brevig will meet October 25, 10am 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