St. Andrew's Lutheran Church

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
2025-10-15 16:45 - 18:15 UTC | Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Wednesday Night Dinner runs September 10, 2025 – May 6, 2026

Wednesday night is church night! We serve a delicious meal (made in house!) for children, adults, and families participating in Wednesday programs (including kids and adult choirs, Confirmation, and LIFEU) and anyone looking for a break from cooking. Dinner is available 4:45-6:15pm in the Sanctuary Fellowship Hall. All are welcome!

Suggested donation is $4-6 for children (ages 3 and up) and $6-8 for adults. Cash, check, debit/credit cards, and Apple Pay are accepted. “Pay-as-you’re able!” VOLUNTEER! We can use your help! Join our volunteer teams that prepare the meals on Tuesdays and set up, serve, and clean up on Wednesdays. It’s a fun way to be part of our church family while giving back. Details at saintandrews.org/volunteer.

YOUTH CHOIRS 2025-26
2025-10-15 17:30 - 18:15 UTC | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
St. Andrew’s Youth Choirs (Choristers, Celebration Singers, and the Youth Choir) rehearse weekly from 5:30-6:15pm beginning Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

Drop in at the Fellowship Hall (in the Sanctuary Building) before practice on Wednesdays between 4:45-6:15pm and enjoy dinner! Suggested donation of $6-8/person.

MIDDLE SCHOOL MOVIE NIGHT
2025-10-15 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Youth & Sports Center, 110 East Ave, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Lights, camera, fun! Middle school movie night is here. Bring your friends, and we’ll bring the snacks. Catch a feature film with other middle school students!

HANDBELLS REHEARSAL
2025-10-15 18:15 - 19:15 UTC | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Handbells rehearse weekly from 6:15-7:15pm. If interested in joining the Handbell Choir, contact Andy Haase at ahaase@saintandrews.org or 651.762.9123. Drop in for dinner before rehearsal! Meals served in Fellowship Hall every Wednesday from 4:45-6:15pm—suggested donation $6-8/person.

LIFE TALK WITH WINSTON PERSAUD
2025-10-15 18:30 - 19:20 UTC | Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Faith & Works

Welcome to LIFEU! Our premier adult education ministry includes inspiring weekly LIFE Talks and small group connections through LIFE Groups. The goal of LIFEU is to inspire you to “Live In Faith Everyday” (LIFE), rooted in the words of Jesus from John 10:10: “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” This year, we’re focusing on growth and discovering ways to “Grow in…” Grow in faith, Grow in understanding, Grow in wisdom, expanding our hearts and minds, and finding inspiration from those who know what it takes to GROW!LIFEU TALKS DATES & TOPICSOctober 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • Bible & Theology—Why it MattersNovember 5, 12, 19 • Faith & Civic EngagementJanuary 7, 14, 21, 28 • Creative Expressions of BeliefFebruary 4, 11 • Understanding AtonementApril 8, 15, 22, 29 • Shalom—Wholeness, Peace, Wellness

LIFEU - LIFE GROUPS - FALL 2025
2025-10-15 19:25 - 20:15 UTC | St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115
LIFE Groups, led by a trained facilitator, are small group experiences built around our weekly Wednesday LIFE Talks. They provide an opportunity to have meaningful conversations, share, and pray together.Most LIFE Groups meet Wednesday evenings, 7:25-8:15pm, immediately following the LIFE Talks, though other days and daytime options are available. Joining a LIFE Group for the first time? Welcome! Be sure to register (link below), and someone will contact you with more information. Returning to a LIFE Group? Notify your group leader—or just show up!

Find more details about LIFEU at saintandrews.org/LIFEU.

ST. ANDREW'S ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL
2025-10-15 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.

SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER
2025-10-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-20 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.

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

THURSDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY MEAL
2025-10-16 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!

AA - HAPPY HOUR 12 X 12
2025-10-17 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.

AA - 12 X 12 BY THE BOOK
2025-10-17 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.

AL - ANON - WORKS FAMILY GROUP
2025-10-17 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.

NA - SUPPORT GROUP
2025-10-17 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.

GREAT HALL CONCERT SERIES - KENNADI SINGS ARETHA!
2025-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Great Hall, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
One of the Twin Cities’ most acclaimed young vocalists (and a St. Andrew’s favorite!), Kennadi Watkins, performs the classic songs of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Kennadi will be accompanied by a powerful group of musicians and singers. This will be a truly unforgettable night of music, both sacred and secular, in our Great Hall Worship space.

ANIMAL ANGELS THERAPY DOG TRAINING 2025-2026
2025-10-18 08:30 - 10:00 UTC | Great Hall Narthex, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, 55115
Animal Angels training is for adults and therapy dogs who wish to visit care facilities, hospitals, schools, libraries, shelters, and hospice partners in the metro area, primarily Washington County. Training is open to any dog owner willing to commit to at least one hour per month visit in the following year, plus attending monthly in-service meetings (September through May) during the first year of service. The training class includes:

Preparation for the national Therapy Dog Registration test.

Coverage of facility requirements, aging and illness, and conversational skills for a respectful and meaningful visit.There is no charge for the training, though therapy dog registration organizations charge a nominal testing fee ($10) and an annual registration fee (approximately $50) that includes insurance coverage. For more information and to register, contact Kathryn Monroe.

Regular Meeting Dates: Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 18, 25, Nov. 15, 22, Dec. 6SPECIAL CLASSROOM MEETING DATE: Oct. 23 (6-8pm)

FAMILY DAYS
2025-10-18 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
These events scattered over the next three months will help your family discover God’s beautiful creation together! Build community with other families at St. Andrew’s during these kid-friendly events. No cost for these low-stress experiences! COMO ZOO Saturday, September 20 • 2–3:30pm Come explore God’s creatures at Como Zoo! Enjoy a scavenger hunt as a family while learning about all the animals. TAMARACK NATURE CENTER Saturday, October 18 • 2–3:30pm Experience the wonder of Fall while walking the trails of Tamarack Nature Center. Let’s explore God’s ever-changing planet with each other. DRIVE-IN MOVIE & SERVICE PROJECT (Fellowship Hall) Saturday, November 22 • 2–3:30pm This service project night encourages your family to care for God’s people together. Watch a movie while making fleece tie blankets to give to those in need of a warm blanket!

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE - IN PERSON & ONLINE
2025-10-18 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.

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE - IN PERSON & ONLINE
2025-10-19 09:00 (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.

SUNDAY SCHOOL 2025-2026
2025-10-19 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

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE
2025-10-19 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.

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE - ONLINE
2025-10-19 10:15 - 11:15 UTC | MN
Enjoy online worship services every Sunday at 10:15am.

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
2025-10-19 10:30 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States

BEGA KWA BEGA COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-10-19 11:45 - 12:30 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.

AA - GRATITUDE IN ACTION
2025-10-19 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.

AA - HAPPY, JOYOUS, & FREE
2025-10-19 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.

YOGADEVOTION - FALL 2025
2025-10-20 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.

Monday 9am Yogadevotion with Penny – Great Hall Dot Room2025-2026 DATES:

September 8, 2025 to October 27, 2025 (8 weeks)

November 3, 2025 to December 15, 2025 (7 weeks)

Tuesday 6:30pm Hatha Yogadevotion with Sandy – Great Hall Narthex2025-26 CLASS DATES:

September 9, 2025 to October 28. 2025 (8 weeks)

November 4, 2025 to December 16, 2025 (7 weeks)

MONDAY PLAYTIME 2025
2025-10-20 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 storytime and prayer.

September—May • Mondays 9:30–10:30amJune–August • First Monday of the month (June 2, July 7 & August 4, 2025)

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.

ROOTED IN SCRIPTURE
2025-10-20 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)

THE CHOSEN
2025-10-20 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
The Chosen has quickly become one of the most popular historical dramas about the life and teachings of Jesus. Each week we will discuss an episode from Season 1. Pastor Amy will summarize the episode you watched at home that week, and then lead a discussion about what you’ve seen and the Bible stories it portrayed. How close is the show to scripture? How can art expand our Biblical Imagination? Who is Jesus to you? We’ll explore all these questions and more in this intergenerational Bible Study open to High Schoolers through Adults!

Meeting in Room 201 of the Sanctuary Building:

Sept 8: Season 1, Episode 1

Sept 15: SKIP

Sept 22: Season 1, Episode 2

Sept 29: SKIP

Oct 6: Season 1, Episode 3

Oct 13: SKIP

Oct 20: Season 1, Episode 4

Oct 27: SKIP

Nov 3: Season 1, Episode 5

Nov 10: SKIP

Nov 17: SKIP

Nov 24: Season 1, Episode 6 & 7

Dec 1: SKIP

Dec 8: Season 1, Episode 8
