We will meet for lunch in Celebration Center following our 10:30am worship service for lunch and then head over to The Outreach Program for our Food Pack. We are in need of 20 more volunteers, so if you can give an hour or two, we would appreciate it. Food - fellowship - service together!

Cross Kids - through grade 2 will be excused during worship service for a short message and devotion, then return to worship for Communion & Blessing. Journey With Jesus will meet at the same time - for 3rd and 4th graders - bring your bible! Joyful Noise will meet at 10am in the Treehouse (preschoolers through Kindergarten) for music and fellowship.

Our final Sharing Market will be held on Sept. 13. All are welcome to bring homegrown produce and flowers.

We will host Brainerd Public Schools Superintendent, Chip Rankin. His presentation will address upcoming Operating Levy in November, his vision for the school district, and his plans on how to navigate through the changes in education at this time. Bring a bag lunch; beverages and dessert provided.

All are welcome as we resume rehearsals with Director Michael Smith.

ALL STUDENTS AND TEACHERS, PARAPROFESSIONALS AND ADMINISTRATORS are welcome to bring their backpacks and book/computer bags to worship to receive a special blessing in preparation to return to school. You’ll get a cool tag for your bag, too!

We will enjoy pizza...YUMMMM...and maybe play a game of kickball or 9 square. We will have a brief discussion regarding plans for the upcoming year, including next summer's Youth Trip, fundraising, times to serve, and all of the details that come with it. Please let Liz know if you plan to attend - parents and siblings are welcome!

Whether you are a “New” or “Experienced” Rummage Sale volunteer, you are encouraged to attend this meeting to hear the latest updates and share your ideas! Over 175 volunteers are needed to make LCC’s Rummage Sale community ministry successful. Help is needed for setup, kitchen/food prep, product display, cashiering and more. If you are willing and able, you are needed and appreciated!

Our youth will be leading worship - doing liturgy, reading and sharing their experiences.

All men who have lost their spouse are welcome at this meeting. At this first gathering we'll get acquainted, discuss the direction of the group, and decide on future meeting locations. Contact Tracy Olson or the church office if you are interested or have questions.

Join us in the Memorial Garden - bring your own chair or blanket.

Let Liz know if you plan on attending!

This event is mandatory for those who will be Affirming their Baptism on September 27 at 10:30am worship. Mentors are also required to attend. Meet in Celebration Center.

July’s title is "My Friends," by Fredrik Backman. All are welcome for lively discussion and fellowship, plus treats and coffee! Led by Jean Olson.

Our Women of the ELCA/Women of the Cross will host this annual event. Pets must be leashed or kenneled. If 10:30am outdoor worship is moved indoors due to inclement weather, please bring a picture of your pet to worship, as no pets are allowed in the sanctuary.

The third annual Prime Timers Potluck will be held at Jim & Joan Roberts’ home on Roy Lake. Sign up on the clipboard in the narthex if you plan to attend - we can accommodate up to 48 people. Bring a dish to share; brats, plates, silverware, and beverages provided. Parking is at a premium so please carpool from the church parking lot. Rain date is July 10.

This month’s title is "Broken Fields (#4)," by Marcie Renden. All are welcome for lively discussion and fellowship, plus treats and coffee! Led by Jean Olson.

On Monday, June 29 we will leave LCC at 7:00am and return by mid to late afternoon. This day trip to Bemidji will allow us the opportunity to learn how NWICDC “imbeds Indigenous worldviews and values with Western methodology to braid concepts of inclusion, equity, opportunity, wellness and self-sufficiency to advance a just and supportive society.” We will carpool and eat breakfast and lunch on the road. If you are interested in attending, please contact Terry Frovik at 507-213-9961. All are welcome!

Our Women of the ELCA/Women of the Cross are visiting Salem West in Deerwood on July 22 and would like to bring pillows to help Salem West in their efforts to supply household goods to families in need.

PLEASE BRING A NEW, STANDARD SIZED PILLOW TO CHURCH ON SUNDAY, JUNE 28.

Join us for Session One of "I AM WORTHY." Join leader Marie Olness and begin with the story of creation and explore scripture that has been used to undermine, silence and degrade women; then discover how the same passages can be read as invitations to new freedom, community and vocation for people, as we are all created in God's image.

Worship in the great outdoors in our beautiful Memorial Garden at 10:30am. Bring your own chair or blanket for this service which is led by Redemption Road.

In June, our own Janet Bedard will be our presenter, joined by Dr. Roger Macy. Janet's husband George, a retired Physics professor, lived with dementia for 10 years in their home on Lake Hubert. Janet will share her experiences and will discuss how open communication about end-of-life will offer moments of joy for both the care-giver and care-receiver. Janet and Dr. Macy’s presentation will include interactive resources that will enlighten all in attendance. You won't want to miss this personal and poignant event. Bring your own bagged lunch; beverages and dessert will be provided.

We will volunteer at Nordic Woods Assisted Living in the morning, then have Sub Sandwiches for a picnic lunch at Whipple Beach followed by beach fun!