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Announcements for the Week of November 16, 2025
Welcome to Chain of Lakes Church
Welcome to worship at Chain of Lakes Church. Today Pastor Paul is starting a new sermon series on 1 John called, “Walking in the light.” If you’d like to read through 1 John, use the devotion that is in the bulletin. Thanks to Aaron Lawrence for leading the band as Jan Boehm is on vacation.
The Session recently hired Audra Nelson to be the church programming director. This is a full-time position where she will be coordinating ministries with children & youth with volunteers while also developing support groups for wellness ministry. A life-long Presbyterian Audra graduated from the University of North Carolina in May 2024. The Hiring Committee was especially impressed with her spiritual energy, maturity, and attention to detail.
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.
Our children and youth ministries are a fun and exciting atmosphere rooted in community and growing our faith, and is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the young people in our community. We have multiple opportunities to volunteer with our childcare program, children’s church, and youth group. Both childcare and children’s church take place during our Sunday morning worship services and require the presence of two adults. Our youth group meets on Wednesday night, and while Audra is present, it requires the presence of at least one additional adult. Please sign up on your communication card if you are interested in any of these opportunities or would like to serve on the Youth and Children’s Ministry team to help guide the programming in this ministry. Contact Audra with any questions: audra.n@colpres.org.
It’s time to order your Poinsettia to share with the Church during Advent. Plants are $20 each. Be sure to fill out the form in the bulletin and return it to the church office. You can pick up your plant anytime after the 7:00pm Christmas Eve service.
11/17, Monday, 10am – 3-Year Planning
11/17, Monday, 6pm – Program Church Task Force
11/17, Monday, 6:30pm – Personnel
11/18, Tuesday, 11am – Staff
11/18, Tuesday, 5pm – Communications/Marketing
11/18, Tuesday, 5:30pm – Connection
11/18, Tuesday, 6:30pm – Deacons
11/18, Tuesday, 6:30pm – Get-To-Know-You
11/19, Wednesday, 6:30pm – Youth Group
11/20, Thursday, 6pm – Session
11/22, Saturday, 9am – Leaders Retreat
11/22, Saturday, 10am – Soul Refresh Yoga
“Reading Through the Bible” discussion groups are continuing. The Thursday group led by Sonia Larson and Kathy Brevig will meet Nov. 20, 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 Connection Team is offering a Get-To-Know-You gathering this Tuesday, November 18 at 6:30pm. This is an opportunity for people new to Chain of Lakes to share their stories with another person, hear Pastor Paul’s story, and have a conversation about the direction of the church. This is the first step for joining Chain of Lakes as a disciple or member. Sign up on the Communication card.
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!
