St. Andrew's Lutheran Church

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
2026-01-27 07:00 - 08:00 UTC | Minnesota
Hybrid: Zoom and In Person with Pastor Emeritus John Straiton

Join Pastor Emeritus John Straiton for Tuesday Morning Bible Study live, on Zoom, and in person in the Fellowship Hall on Tuesday mornings at 7am. Pastors Brian Norsman and John Swanson host in person each week to gather around tables in fellowship and to listen to Pastor Straiton’s teaching.

Contact Dianne Nash at dnash@saintandrews.org for the Zoom meeting link. Miss a week? Check the library of the past few Bible studies.

METRO EAST ALL CONFERENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
2026-01-26 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Come and hear the top high school musicians from the Metro East Conference perform a concert with guest clinicians. Featuring a full band, choir, and jazz band!

YOUNG ADULT ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
2026-01-26 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Minnesota
Zoom in with other young adults for a weekly Bible Study led by Kendra Fleming.

ROOTED IN SCRIPTURE
2026-01-26 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Deepen Your Faith with Pastor Mike Carlson

Rooted in Scripture, this engaging 5-session Bible study invites you to grow in faith and deepen your understanding of the Bible. Led by Mike Carlson, lead pastor of St. Andrew’s, each session explores upcoming preaching texts, fosters open and thoughtful conversation, and creates space to wrestle with life’s big questions—together.

Join us Mondays at 2 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall and expand your biblical insight in a welcoming, discussion-based setting.

Schedule:Session #1: Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 13, Oct. 20 (4-week)Session #2: Nov. 10, Nov. 17, Nov. 24, Dec. 1, Dec. 8, Dec. 15 (6-week)Session #3: Jan. 26, Feb. 2, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, (4-week)Session #4: Mar. 2, Mar. 9, Mar. 16, Mar. 23, Mar. 30 (5-week)Session #5: Apr. 13, Apr. 20, Apr. 27, May 4, May 11, May 18 (6-week)

2026 BAPTISM WORKSHOPS
2026-01-26 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Minnesota
The one-hour interactive workshop via Zoom covers what baptism is, what it means for you and/or your child, tips for raising a family of faith, and what the day of baptism will look like.

The class will cover: What baptism means in the Lutheran tradition, how to prepare for your child’s baptism, what to expect on the day of their baptism, godparents and how to select them, nurturing faith at home beyond your child’s baptism day, and more! You’ll have the opportunity to connect with other St. Andrew’s families, and have any of your remaining questions about baptism answered.

Please gather these items and have them nearby at the Zoom meeting: A “faith object” (for show-and-tell)— something in your home that reminds you of your faith or helps you practice your faith, a small bowl of water (for a blessing), and a Bible (you can Google for our readings if you don’t have a Bible available).

Your children are more than welcome to join us during the meeting, but they are not required to be present. We understand that some of you will need to move on-and-off-screen to tend to the needs of your little ones during our time together. We are so grateful for this opportunity to gather in whatever way is best for your family!

Please note, a Zoom link will be emailed to you 2-3 days before the workshop.

Thursday Series – 6pm on ZoomJan. 8, Feb. 12, March 12, April 9, May 14

Monday Series – 1pm on ZoomJan 26, March 23, April 27, No May Monday!

SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER
2026-01-26 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-22 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Great Hall Narthex, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, 55115
The Senior Community Center is open to all senior adults, every Monday–Thursday, 10am–2pm. Drop-ins welcome. But, RSVP is required for lunch. Enjoy fellowship, games, lunch (donations accepted) and periodic services such as tech help, Medicare tutelage, foot care, and more. Check out the lunch menu below and register for lunch HERE or by calling 651.426.3261. FREE bus rides available, sign up HERE.

Volunteers welcome! Help at the registration table, greet, serve lunch, play games, or just be a friendly face. Sign up to serve HERE.

MONDAY PLAYTIME 2026
2026-01-26 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Youth & Sports Center, 110 East Ave, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Meet other families with little ones and allow kids to socialize and burn off energy during parent/guardian supervised open gym time. We’ll end our time with a short story time and prayer.

September—May • Mondays 9:30–10:30amJune–August • First Monday of the month

Youth & Sports Center Gym (Enter through Door 3 off the East Avenue parking lot)

If you drop off a student at St. Andrew’s Preschools at 9am, you may bring your other littles to the gym to play at that time, but note that staff may not be present until 9:30am.

YOGADEVOTION 2026
2026-01-26 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Great Hall Narthex, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, 55115
Yogadevotion classes are offered as part of the healing ministries of St. Andrew’s Congregational Care Team. We invite all to move mind, body, and spirit in awareness of God’s presence through gentle, breath-guided practice. No experience is necessary!Two classes are offered each week at St. Andrew’s (Monday morning and Tuesday evening). Both are hybrid classes—you can attend in person in the Great Hall Narthex or via Zoom in the comfort of your home.For more information, to view costs, and to register for Yogadevotion sessions, visit www.yogadevotion.com and find the St. Andrew’s sessions.

Monday 9am Yogadevotion with Penny2026 DATES:

1/5 – 2/23 (7 weeks) (skip 1/19)

3/2 – 4/27 (8 weeks) (skip 3/30; 4/6 is virtual only)

4/28 – 6/23 (8 weeks) (5/25 and 6/22, both dates virtual only)

6/29 – 8/19 (8 weeks)

Tuesday 6:30pm Hatha Yogadevotion with Sandy2026 DATES:

1/6 – 2/24 (8 weeks)

3/3 – 4/28 (8 weeks) (skip 03/31)

5/5 – 6/23 (8 weeks)

6/30 – 8/18 (8 weeks)

AA - HAPPY, JOYOUS, & FREE
2026-01-25 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Great Hall – CRC Entrance/Door #6, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Sundays, 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Great Hall Room 2

Directions: Enter the church campus from the HiltonTrail/Stillwater Rd. intersection and take an immediate left toward the Great Hall. Enter the Great Hall building using door #6 (Community Resource Centerentrance). Room 2 is to the right just inside door #6.

Group meets weekly, except on federal holidays, due to inclement weather, or other church building closure.

AA - GRATITUDE IN ACTION
2026-01-25 17:30 - 18:30 UTC | Great Hall – CRC Entrance/Door #6, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
AA – Gratitude inAction

Sundays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Great Hall Room 2

Directions: Enter the church campus from the HiltonTrail/Stillwater Rd. intersection and take an immediate left toward the Great Hall. Enter the Great Hall building using door #6 (Community Resource Centerentrance). Room 2 is to the right just inside door #6.

Group meets weekly, except on federal holidays, due to inclement weather, or other church building closure.

BEGA KWA BEGA COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-01-25 11:40 - 13:00 UTC | Sanctuary Pastors Room, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, 55115
The Bega Kwa Bega Committee meets monthly to deepen St. Andrew’s relationship with Kipanga, our partner parish in Tanzania, through prayer, presence, and projects.

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
2026-01-25 10:30 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Traditional worship services typically include Holy Communion, a sermon, hymns, liturgy, and choral and instrumental music.

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE - ONLINE
2026-01-25 10:15 - 11:15 UTC | Minnesota
Enjoy online worship services every Sunday at 10:15am.

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE
2026-01-25 09:30 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Great Hall, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Sunday morning Contemporary worship services are at 9:30am in the Great Hall.

SUNDAY SCHOOL 2025-2026
2026-01-25 09:00 - 11:30 UTC | St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115
On Sunday mornings, children Age 3-Grade 5 enjoy fun, age-appropriate lessons encouraging them to Live In Faith Every day (LIFE). Registration is requested prior to attending, but not required. Plan to fill out a short form upon arrival if you’ve not yet registered kids. Families may attend any Sunday School time, regardless of registered time.

Sanctuary (Traditional worship) at 9 or 10:30am

Great Hall (Contemporary worship) at 9:30am

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE - IN PERSON & ONLINE
2026-01-25 09:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States

EST MINISTRY POP-UP
2026-01-25 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
This Environmental Stewardship Team pop-up event is “All About Plastics.” Plastics can be a hassle—they create clutter and are confusing to recycle, plus they contribute to litter, wildlife harm, and unknown health impacts. At this pop-up event on Sunday, January 25 in the Sanctuary and Great Hall, you’ll learn more about low-waste habits and dangers of microplastics, and have an opportunity to join St. Andrew’s Plastic-Free Challenge team. The Plastic-Free Challenge is hosted by Washington, Ramsey, and Hennepin Counties during February.

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE - IN PERSON & ONLINE
2026-01-24 17:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Great Hall, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Saturday evening worship services are at 5pm in the Great Hall and also live streamed via ChurchOnline.

6TH GRADE RETREAT
2026-01-24 00:00 - 2026-01-25 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Camp Wapo, 738 Hickory Point Ln, Amery, WI, 54001, United States
This retreat at Camp Wapo in Amery, WI, is a great way for our 6th-grade Confirmation students to build friendships, strengthen the bond with Confirmation small group, and deepen their relationship with God. Accommodations at Wapo are in retreat-style rooms in Crossfire.Check in and bus boarding is Saturday, January 24 at 9am. Bus returns to St. Andrew’s on Sunday, January 25 around 11:30am.There is no additional fee for the retreat. All costs for this retreat were covered when your student was registered for Confirmation this year. Please complete the registration form below—including checking the accuracy of health information—so we know who will be attending the retreat.

NA - SUPPORT GROUP
2026-01-23 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Great Hall – CRC Entrance/Door #6, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Fridays, 7 p.m. Great Hall Room 5B

Directions: Enter the church campus from the HiltonTrail/Stillwater Rd. intersection and take an immediate left toward the Great Hall. Enter the Great Hall building using door #6 (Community Resource Centerentrance). Just inside the building, turn left toward the Community ResourceCenter and continue to Room 5B at the end of the hallway.

Group meets weekly, except on federal holidays, due to inclement weather, or other church building closure.

AL - ANON - WORKS FAMILY GROUP
2026-01-23 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Great Hall – CRC Entrance/Door #6, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Fridays, 7 p.m.

Great Hall Dot Room

Directions: Enter the church campus from the HiltonTrail/Stillwater Rd. intersection and take an immediate left toward the Great Hall. Enter the Great Hall building using door #6 (Community Resource Centerentrance).

Group meets weekly, except on federal holidays, due to inclement weather, or other church building closure.

AA - 12 X 12 BY THE BOOK
2026-01-23 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Great Hall – CRC Entrance/Door #6, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Fridays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Great Hall Room 2

Directions: Enter the church campus from the HiltonTrail/Stillwater Rd. intersection and take an immediate left toward the Great Hall. Enter the Great Hall building using door #6 (Community Resource Centerentrance). Room 2 is to the right just inside door #6.

Group meets weekly, except on federal holidays, due to inclement weather, or other church building closure.

AA - HAPPY HOUR 12 X 12
2026-01-23 17:30 - 18:30 UTC | Great Hall – CRC Entrance/Door #6, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Directions: Enter the church campus from the HiltonTrail/Stillwater Rd. intersection and take an immediate left toward the Great Hall. Enter the Great Hall building using door #6 (Community Resource Centerentrance). Room 2 is to the right just inside door #6.

Group meets weekly, except on federal holidays, due to inclement weather, or other church building closure.

THURSDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY MEAL - 2026
2026-01-22 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Great Hall – CRC Entrance/Door #6, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Serving our community with a dine-in, warm, home-cooked meal.Thursdays 6-7 pm, Great Hall, Enter Door 6.No registration is necessary!

Please spread the word to those you may know that could benefit from this outreach ministry!

TOGETHER IN GRIEF - WINTER 2026
2026-01-22 16:30 - 18:00 UTC | St. Andrew’s Great Hall, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church is offering an in-person, facilitated support group for those experiencing the loss of a loved one. This group provides a safe and caring space to share stories, listen deeply, and walk alongside one another on the path toward healing. The group will be facilitated by Zanny Johnson, a certified grief educator and spiritual director. Sessions meet on Thursday evening, 4:30–6pm in the new Great Hall Lounge. You’re welcome to join at any time during the 9-week session. There is no cost to attend.

WINTER 2026 Session Dates – January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5ABOUT THE FACILITATORZanny Johnson is a certified grief educator and spiritual director who brings deep compassion and wisdom to her work with grieving individuals. She serves as Connections Coordinator at Trinity Lutheran in Stillwater, MN, and has led grief support groups at both Trinity and Luther Seminary. Zanny received her grief educator certification under noted grief expert David Kessler.Zanny also has a long history with St. Andrew’s—her first role here was as junior high youth director in 1990, and her three daughters were baptized at St. Andrew’s. She is a lifelong singer, having performed with the Good News Band (1995–2006) and, most recently, with the National Lutheran Choir.

LIVING HOPE: ONLINE BIBLE STUDY
2026-01-22 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Minnesota
THURSDAYS 10:00 a.m. | Live via Zoom – Ends on May 7th for the summer.

Asynchronous Bible Study: Sept 25, 2025 and March 19, 2026 (No Zoom, just video recording)SKIP Dates: Oct 16, Nov 27, Dec 25, 2025, and Jan 1, April 2, 2026

Zoom in with Teaching Pastor Amy Mihelich Smith on Thursday mornings as we work our way through the Bible a book at a time. Together, we’ll find hope and promise in our most beloved and most unfamiliar stories in scripture!

Register below to get an email reminder with the ZOOM LINK each week, 30 minutes before the study begins.

2026 YOUNG ADULT WINTER RETREAT
2026-01-22 00:00 - 2026-01-25 23:59 UTC | Camp Menogyn, 55 Menogyn Trail, Grand Marais, Minnesota, 55604
Meet other 20’s and 30’s at Voyager Brewing in Grand Marais by 7pm on Thursday, caravan up the Gunflint Trail, and cross the lake to beautiful Camp Menogyn. From there the weekend is yours! Whether you lounge all weekend, and use this time as a pause from your busy life, or use it as a time to discover your next favorite hobby, this weekend has something for everyone! Dog sledding, winter hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, crafts, cozy cabin time, forest bathing, a night in the sauna, polar-plunge, and more!

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP - 2026
2026-01-21 19:45 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Youth & Sports Center, 110 East Ave, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Gather together! Wednesday nights, September through May, High School students hang out with friends, hear about upcoming events, eat snacks, and spend time in community. No registration is needed—drop in anytime.

ST. ANDREW'S ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL
2026-01-21 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
St. Andrew’s Choir for adults rehearses every Wednesday evening from 7:30-9pm. New members are always welcome! Contact Andy Haase at 651.762.9123 if you’re interested in joining the St. Andrew’s Choir.And be sure to stop by the Fellowship Hall (in the Sanctuary building) between 4:45-6:15pm to grab dinner before practice. Suggested donation of $6-8/person.
