This Week
Turn the other cheek
That’s probably one of Jesus’ most famous statements. No one criticizes Jesus’ command to “turn the other cheek” or to “love your enemy” because to do so would be vile or disgusting. Everyone agrees such actions would be lofty and admirable; but to do it is just impossible. Who can do that? Who wants to do that? Only those radically changed by the love of God in Christ can begin to see how it’s possible. What would it look like in your life to “turn the other cheek” or to “love your enemy”? Gather with other radically altered brothers and sisters and seek God’s answer in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5:38-48.
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Highlights
Events and ministry news needing immediate attention
A Place of Peace weekly update
- The campaign leadership team met as a large group again this week to discuss progress on various efforts and events.
- Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors were selected and begin construction documents this week. Civil site drawings were completed.
Call for a Lead Pastor for Preaching and Vision update
St. Andrew leaders are reviewing the ministry description for this position, gathering insights for adjustments, and preparing to give more direction to our district president who is responsible for preparing a list of pastoral candidates from which we will place a call, most likely in mid-May.
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Worship
Resources and opportunities for you to worship
Wednesday Lent Devotions continue | The Crucial Hours
Gather with brothers and sisters these six Wednesdays of Lent at 5:00 or 6:30 PM. Stay for dinner provided by one of our St. Andrew Best Chefs from 5:30 to 6:15 PM. Livestream will be available at 5:00 PM.
- April 2: The Hour of Grieving | Best Chefs Dwayne and Stacy Kratt will serve a chicken and wild rice hot dish (GF)
- April 9: The Hour of Punishment | Best Chef Jane Dew will serve hot ham and cheese sandwiches (GF available)
The Crucial Hours Holy Week worship schedule
Palm Sunday: The Hour of Arrival | April 10 & 13, normal weekend worship
Maundy Thursday: The Hour of Communion| April 17 at 5:00* & 6:30 PM
Good Friday: The Hour of Listening | April 18 at 1:00, 5:00*, & 6:30 PM
Easter Sunday: The Hour of Resurrection | April 20 at 7:30, 9:00*, & 10:30 AM
*denotes livestreamed service
Worship check-in
If you worship on-site, please fill out the Connection Card attached to your worship folder. Online worshipers, please continue to check in here.
Weekend worship songs
Preview some of the songs we will use for worship on Sunday. Obviously ours won’t sound exactly like this, but listening to the links provided will certainly help you be more comfortable participating in the service.
“Cornerstone” by Hillsong
“I Believe” by Phil Wickham
“Oh Lord, My Rock and My Redeemer” by Sovereign Grace
“Only a Holy God” by CityAlight
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Nurture
Ways to be connected to Jesus throughout the week in your personal life and with others
St. Andrew Science Camp
St. Andrew is excited to bring back Science Camp. This summer, campers will learn about God’s creatures, great and small. There will be lessons from God’s Word, live animals, experiments, snacks, and more. Science Camp is July 14 – 17 from 8:30 – 11:30 AM and is open to kindergarten – grade 6. Register here. When you register, note the special opportunity for grades 5 – 6. If your child in 7 th or 8 th grade wants to serve as a helper, reach out to Yvonne Onsager.
Impact podcast
How is this for an amazing day? Wake up a prisoner, go to bed the ruler of an empire! It happened to Joseph, and it was all part of God’s amazing plan to save you. Pastor Jon Bilitz is back to take us through the incredible rise of Joseph. Listen to Impact here or by searching for “Kjenstad Impact” wherever you listen to podcasts.
PowerHour
The next PowerHour is April 4 with a fun theme of “Habitats of the World.” New friends are always welcome. PowerHour is at 10:15 AM in the gym. Go here to learn more about this ministry for young children.
LifeBoat
This fun ministry for grades 7 – 10 gathers again on Sunday, April 4, from 5 – 7 PM at St. Andrew. You are welcome to bring a friend. It’s a simple agenda: hang out, enjoy some snacks, and open up the Bible for a bit. Direct your questions to Jess Bohl or Hilary Griswold.
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Service & Outreach
Opportunities for you to live your faith and love for Jesus by sharing Jesus with others
Service opportunity | Wednesday Lent meals and Easter breakfast
Large meals take a lot to put on, so if you are interested in helping with the April 9 Lent dinner or with Easter breakfast in any capacity, contact Pastor Clinton.
Service opportunity | Brat Fest
St. Andrew will again be a Brat Fest charity. Volunteers interact with the community and earn donations for St. Andrew’s ministry. Opportunities abound from May 18 – 25, but you must register here. The link goes live April 5 at 10 AM, so sign up early to make sure you get your desired slot. Find more information about Brat Fest at bratfest.com.
Monthly Mission Partner
Our April partner is Central Africa Medical Mission, a ministry that uses needed medical care as a bridge to the gospel of Jesus, primarily in Zambia and Malawi. Just last month, CAMM was able to purchase a new ambulance because of gracious donors. Find more information at camm.us.
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Westside Christian School
A ministry of St. Andrew, preparing students for academic success and lives of Christian service founded on God’s Word
Call updates
We called Miss Michele Diener for the second class of grade 3 next year. We also called Mrs. Sarah Durkee to replace Mrs. Krista Simmons. Please keep these teachers in your prayers as they deliberate their calls.
Fine Arts Week recap in pictures |
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Serving This Week
Serving Jesus at St. Andrew this week, April 3 & 6, 2025
Musicians
Lead musician: Malia Faessler
Vocalists: Amanda Faessler, Naomi Laabs
Guitar: Clayton Grow, Chad Schaal
Drums: Aaron Faessler
Cello: Kaelana Faessler
Greeters
Thursday: Ron and Piri Kerr
8:00 AM: Markley family
10:30 AM: Robert and Raul Ramos
Ushers
Thursday: Phil Otto
8:00 AM: John Kamin, Mark Roloff
10:30 AM: Cole Brickner, Pete Zimpelman
Lay Readers
Thursday: Mitch Hutter
8:00 AM: Brian Fritz
10:30 AM: Colin Shaffer
Communion Assistants
Thursday: Mitch Hutter
8:00 AM: Bill Beier, Brian Fritz
10:30 AM: Brandon Brickner, Tyler Simmons
Communion Care
Thursday: Amy and Alayna Hutter
8:00 AM: Sue Martalock
10:30 AM: Robert and Raul Ramos
Audio
Thursday: Sarah Wendorf
8:00 AM: Ben Kleman
10:30 AM: Brent Denton
Slide Tech
Thursday: Alex Bindl
Sunday: Connor Dix
Livestream Video
Dan Wasmer
Hospitality
Thursday: Jill and Ashlynn Buechner
8:00 AM: Kristen and Annika Jafferis
10:30 AM: Kim Volberg
Connection Card Assembly
Pete and Alice Zimpelman
Offering Caretakers
Laurie Engel, Carrie Pasch
Children’s Ministries
Musikgarten
Karen Hong
Plugged into Jesus
Erica Dammann, Jared Dammann, Skylar Fanello, Terri Flynn, Kris Howard, Annika Jafferis, Ellie Jafferis
Spark
Daniel Plath
FUEL
Seth and Delaney Fenske
Growth Group Leaders
Pastor Clinton, Jane Dew, Scott Fanello, Brian Fritz, Clayton Grow, Amy Heckmann, Pastor Hunter, Mark Kjenstad, Todd Kleman, Levi Schriefer, Jim Teteak, Sarah Wendorf, Wayne Utke
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