This week we press pause on “The Storm,” our 3-week series from Acts 27, and pick up the gospel of Luke. In Luke 17:11-19 Jesus cleanses ten men from horrific disease but the miraculous healing fades quickly to the background as Jesus draws the attention of all to one thing: a Samaritan man worshiping at his feet. The image is dense and allusive, controversial and challenging, full of mercy and judgement, revelation and prophecy. Jesus tips the world and all its spirituality upside down. He never leaves a place the way he found it. That is why we gather in his presence, hear his Word, and partake in his sacraments. We come to worship him because he has changed us forever; because we never leave the same as we came. Praise be to Christ!

Resources and opportunities for you to worship

College Ministry Team
Did you know there are 36 St. Andrew college students? Three times a year, our College Ministry team sends thoughts and prayers and a little care package. Please ask the Lord to bless and keep them.

Impact
There are many ways to describe Jesus. Have you thought of this one? Master Teacher. In John 4, we see the Master Teacher in action in his life-changing conversation with a Samaritan woman at a well. Professor Steve Geiger from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary will help us understand Jesus’ words and what we can learn from them.  You can find Impact here or wherever you listen to podcasts by searching “Kjenstad Impact.”

PowerHour
If you have a little one 3 or younger, check out this enriching ministry. PowerHour is for children and their parents, grandparents, or caregivers. For more details about PowerHour, click here. The next PowerHour is this Friday at 10:30, and the theme is “Rooms of the House.”

Children’s ministries
Bring your child to a Sunday morning nurture ministry. This week through the story of Ruth, we will learn how God redeemed us by sending Jesus.

• Musikgarten | for parents (or a caregiver) and their child up to age 3 (9:20 AM)
• Plugged into Jesus | Pre-K3 – grade 5 (9:20 AM)
• Spark | grades 6 – 8 (9:30 AM)

All who attend grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ and in the love he has for them. These important ministries also lay a foundation for developing lives of faithful service to our gracious Lord. No registration is required.

FUEL
FUEL is a high school-age St. Andrew Growth Group that meets Sundays at 9:30 AM. This ministry provides a place for teens to ask questions and talk about life in the light of God’s Word. This week we will brainstorm creating a FUEL video and discuss what to pray for before and after a disaster like Hurricane Ian.

Serving Jesus at St. Andrew this week, October 6 & 9, 2022

Musicians
Lead musician:   Kim Gnewuch
Vocalist:               Ashley Renstrom, Micki Ross
Guitar:                  Jon Povich
Drums:                 Oliver Povich
Flute:                    Sarah Wendorf

Ushers
Thurs:                  Dave Rortvedt
8:00 AM:             Brad and Josh Hougaard
10:30 AM:           Dan Simpson, Zeth Engel

Lay Readers
8:00 AM:             Brian Fritz
10:30 AM:           Clayton Grow

Communion Assistants
Thurs:                 Ron Kerr
8:00 AM:             Brian Fritz, Ferron Havens
10:30 AM:           Clayton Grow, Orv Jordahl

Communion Care
Thurs:                  Kay Erickson
8:00 AM:             Chris Hougaard
10:30 AM:

Greeters
Thurs:                  Andrew and Melissa Henke
8:00 AM:             Ehlke family
10:30 AM:           Patina Hooten, Isabelle Volberg

Slide Tech
Thurs:                  Dan Fischer
8:00 AM:             Andrew Onsager
10:30 AM:           Mia Teteak

Audio
8:00 AM:             Natalie Onsager
10:30 AM:           Ben Kleman

Video
Dan Wasmer, Elle Bolstad

Worship Folders
Brittany Engel

Offering Caretakers
Laurie Engel, Carrie Pasch

Children’s Ministries
Musikgarten:  Karen Hong
Plugged into Jesus:  Renee Carlson, Lauren Figi, Amelia Povich, Mia Teteak
Spark:  Meredith Pucci

Growth Group Leaders:
Jane Dew, Sarah Wendorf, Amy Heckmann, Brian Fritz, Matt Heckmann, Clayton Grow, Mark Kjenstad, Pastor Hunter, Jared Dammann, Harry Radloff, Vicar Hopper, Bill Walther, Jonathan Fricke, Jesus Avila