St. Andrew's Lutheran Church

TOGETHER IN GRIEF - SUMMER 2026
2026-09-17 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 7-week session. There is no cost to attend.

SUMMER Session Dates – June 25, July 9, July 23, August 6, August 20, September 3, September 17 (7 sessions)ABOUT 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.

THURSDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY MEAL - 2026
2026-09-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-24 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
2026-09-18 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-25 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
2026-09-18 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
2026-09-18 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
2026-09-18 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.

ANIMAL ANGELS THERAPY DOG TRAINING 2026-2027
2026-09-19 08:30 - 10:30 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 ($25) and an annual registration fee (approximately $50) that includes insurance coverage. For more information and to register, contact Kathryn Monroe.

Regular Meeting Dates: September: 19, 26, October: 3, 17, 24, 31, November: 7, 21, December: 5

SPECIAL CLASSROOM MEETING DATE: Nov. 12, 2026 (6-8pm)

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE - IN PERSON & ONLINE
2026-09-19 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
2026-09-20 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 2026-2027
2026-09-20 09:00 - 11:30 UTC | St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115
On Sunday morning, children Age 3-Grade 5 enjoy fun, age-appropriate lessons encouraging them to grow in faith. 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.

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

Great Hall (Contemporary worship) at 9:30am

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE
2026-09-20 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
2026-09-20 10:15 - 11:15 UTC | MN
Enjoy online worship services every Sunday at 10:15am.

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
2026-09-20 10:30 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States

AA - GRATITUDE IN ACTION
2026-09-20 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
2026-09-20 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.

MONDAY PLAYTIME 2026-2027
2026-09-21 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.

August 24, 2026—May 24, 2027 • Mondays 9:30–10:30amSkip dates: 9/7/26, 12/28/26, 1/18/27, 3/29/27

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.

60+ ADULTS
2026-09-21 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-23 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Great Hall Narthex, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, 55115
The 60+ Adult Center is open to all senior adults, every Monday and Wednesday, 10am–1pm. Drop-ins welcome. But, RSVP is required for lunch, served at noon. Enjoy fellowship, games, lunch (donations accepted) and periodic services such as tech help, Medicare tutelage, foot care, and more. 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.

THE CHOSEN SEASON 3
2026-09-21 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 3. 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:

Monday, Sept 14 (Season 3, Episodes 1 & 2)

Monday, Sept 21 (Season 3, Episodes 3 & 4)

Monday, Sept 28 (Season 3, Episodes 5 & 6)

Monday, October 5 (Season 3, Episodes 7 & 8)

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
2026-09-22 07:00 - 08:30 UTC | Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Join Pastor Emeritus John Straiton for his weekly Bible Study on Tuesday mornings at 7am. This class is available both in person in the Fellowship Hall or online using a Zoom link. Please advise Dianne Nash (dnash@saintandrews) if you wish to be added to the class roster.

Online only dates: Nov. 3, 2026, June 22, 2027

MEN'S GOLF LEAGUE - 2026
2026-09-22 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Applewood Hills Golf Course, 11840 60th St N, Stillwater, Minnesota, 55082
Looking for a relaxed way to enjoy golf and good company? The Men of St. Andrew Golf Group is all about casual, non-competitive golf with a great bunch of guys. This is NOT a formal league—just nine holes, fresh air, laughter, and fellowship. No pros in this group—just duffers enjoying Tuesday mornings together!📍 Where: Applewood Hills Golf Course (just off Hwy 36 on the way to Stillwater)📅 When: Tuesday mornings, Spring–Fall 2025⏰ Time: 8:30amWe’ll begin in late April (weather permitting) and play weekly until the season ends. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just like being outdoors, this is a great way to build friendships and stay active. Interested? Call or text Win Curtiss at 651.341.8721 or email wpcurtiss@comcast.net to get your name on the list.Come as you are, swing as you like—we’d love to see you on the course!

GROWING THROUGH LOSS SERIES - FALL 2026
2026-09-22 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115
Growing Through Loss is an opportunity to receive grief support and learn more about grief in a group setting, free of charge. Each night includes a brief presentation by a grief educator, followed by small group time focused on particular kinds of losses. Attend a single night or the whole series. Each session is complete in itself. All are welcome.Location:St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church900 Stillwater RoadMahtomedi, Minnesota 55115This six-week FREE grief support series is offered twice a year, in Spring and Fall. The fall 2026 session meets on Tuesdays, September 22-October 27, from 6-8:30pm.

At each session, you’ll find support in a large and small group setting for the loss of:

Spouse/Partner

Child

Parent

Sibling or Friend

Grandparent or Other Relative

Pet

Infant / A Pregnancy

OTHER LOSSES:

By Suicide/ Violent Death

Health Changes or Disability

Current Caregivers

Divorce or Relationship Change

WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER
2026-09-23 16:45 - 18:15 UTC | Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Wednesday Night Dinner runs September 9, 2026 – May 5, 2027

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 $5-6 for children (ages 3 and up) and $7-9 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 2026 - 2027
2026-09-23 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 from September 9, 2026 through May 19, 2027. Contact Andy Haase, Traditional Worship & Music Director, with any questions at 651.762.9123.

Choristers (Gr. K,1,2)

Celebration Singers (Gr. 3,4,5)

St. Andrew’s Youth Choir (Gr. 6-12)

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 $7-9/person.

HANDBELL REHEARSAL
2026-09-23 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. We’re always looking for new ringers and substitutes!Drop in for dinner before rehearsal! Meals are served in the Fellowship Hall every Wednesday from 4:45-6:15pm—suggested donation $6-8/person.

ST. ANDREW'S ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL 2026-2027
2026-09-23 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 $7-9/person.

LIVING HOPE: ONLINE BIBLE STUDY
2026-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | MN
THURSDAYS 10:00 a.m. | Live via Zoom – Ends on May 13th for the summer.

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 shortly before the study begins.
