St. Andrew's Lutheran Church

ROOTED IN SCRIPTURE
2026-03-02 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)

SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER
2026-03-02 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-26 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. 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
2026-03-02 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
2026-03-02 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
2026-03-01 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
2026-03-01 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.

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY ORCHESTRA CONCERT
2026-03-01 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Mississippi Valley Orchestra presents an afternoon concert at St. Andrew’s as part of their 2025-26 season. Concert program TBD. For more information visit www.mississippivalleyorchestra.com.

Over its 40 year history, MVO has evolved into a polished symphony orchestra performing a broad repertoire ranging from baroque Bach orchestral suites to romantic Mahler symphonies of gargantuan proportions. The orchestra has also performed new works, many by local composers, and has a long tradition of performing modern works from the 20th century.

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
2026-03-01 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
2026-03-01 10:15 - 11:15 UTC | MN
Enjoy online worship services every Sunday at 10:15am.

ALL-IN RECEPTION
2026-03-01 09:45 - 12:00 UTC | Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Stop by the All-In Reception, served 9:45am to 12pm, in the Sanctuary Fellowship Hall as part of our All-In Worship experience. Enjoy light refreshments while connecting with others in our church family. All are welcome! Donations accepted.

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE
2026-03-01 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.

TRADITIONAL WORSHIP EXPERIENCE - IN PERSON & ONLINE
2026-03-01 09:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Building, 120 East Avenue - Door #1, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States

BKB TRIP TO TANZANIA (REGISTRATION)
2026-02-28 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Village of Kipanga, Kipanga, Tanzania, United Republic of
Registration Deadline

Trip Dates: July 24 – August 6, 2026St. Andrew’s will travel to Tanzania to visit our Bega Kwa Bega partners in the Kipanga Parish. Our goal is to continue building our relationship through prayer, presence, and projects.

This year’s trip is scheduled for Friday, July 24—Thursday, August 6, 2026 and Pastor Amy Mihelich Smith will be leading the journey. The roster is open to eleven other travelers. You must be an adult. A high school student may come, if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The full cost of the trip is estimated to be $5,500 per person, including lodging, airfare, land transportation, scheduled group activities, and a two-night stay at Ruaha Safari Camp.

Registration is open from now until February 28, 2026.Complete the registration information below and submit your $500 deposit by the deadline to be accepted onto the travel roster.

CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP SERVICE - IN PERSON & ONLINE
2026-02-28 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.

SONGS MY GRANDMOTHER LOVED FEATURING CAMERON WRIGHT
2026-02-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Great Hall, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
Fresh from NBC’s The Voice and a St. Andrew’s favorite, Twin Cities’ powerhouse performer and St. Andrew’s favorite Cameron Wright presents “Songs My Grandmother Loved,” a show that reaches back into American history, defying stereotypes and genres and highlighting songs and performers that have influenced Cameron and have moved us all. A great way to close out Black History Month! Use the button below to reserve your free ticket.

NA - SUPPORT GROUP
2026-02-27 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
2026-02-27 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
2026-02-27 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
2026-02-27 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.

HIGH SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY - 2026
2026-02-26 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Youth & Sports Center, 110 East Ave, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
High School Students, come hang out at Bible Study! Ask questions, read and learn about scripture, and be in community. Please note that gathering on Thursday is new in 2026. High School Bible Study meets on Thursdays, January 8 through May 14, except for these non-meeting dates: January 22, March 12, and April 2.

CANCER CONNECT - CANCELED FEB. 26!
2026-02-26 18:45 - 20:15 UTC | Sanctuary Pastors Room, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, 55115
This group is for cancer survivors, caregivers, or those who have a loved one dealing with cancer. You can join a new group anytime! All are welcome, not just those who attend St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church. (Masks required to protect the immunocompromised.) Group Facilitator Micki Smith has traveled a cancer journey of her own. After Micki was diagnosed in 2016, she had surgery and was treated with chemotherapy. During her journey, Micki bonded with another cancer patient and they were able to provide each other much-needed comfort and support. This support group is offered in-person and via Zoom. One-on-one sessions available upon request.

THURSDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY MEAL - 2026
2026-02-26 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
2026-02-26 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
2026-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | MN
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.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP - 2026
2026-02-25 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
2026-02-25 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.

ANXIOUS GENERATION BOOK CLUB
2026-02-25 19:15 - 19:45 (America/Chicago) | Sanctuary Pastors Room, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, 55115
For parents with kids of all ages!Wednesdays, February 18–March 2530-Minute Chat Following Lenten ServicesWe aren’t meant to navigate parenting alone. Join Tracy and staff in a 6-session book club following Wednesday night Lenten worship. Unpack The Anxious Generation by Jonathon Haidt to understand teen mental health impacted by the shift from play-based to phone-based experiences. To sign up email Tracy Lysne.

CONFIRMATION 2025-2026 (WEDNESDAY TRACK)
2026-02-25 18:30 - 19:45 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
During the three years of Confirmation, Middle School students begin their own faith journey—learning what it means to be a Christian, distinctions of the Lutheran faith, and what it means to live out their faith every day. During Lent, students will select a mentor, then attend Wednesday Lenten worship together, and follow up with a guided discussion.

No Wednesday Confirmation on 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 1/21, and 4/8.

No Sunday Confirmation on 11/30, 12/28, and 1/25.Confirmation Registrations:

6th Grade

7th Grade

8th Grade

CONFIRMATION 2025-2026 (SUNDAY TRACK)
2026-02-25 18:30 - 19:45 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN, 55115, United States
During the three years of Confirmation, Middle School students begin their own faith journey—learning what it means to be a Christian, distinctions of the Lutheran faith, and what it means to live out their faith every day. During Lent, students will select a mentor, then attend Wednesday Lenten worship together, and follow up with a guided discussion.

No Wednesday Confirmation on 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 1/21, and 4/8.

No Sunday Confirmation on 11/30, 12/7, 12/28, and 1/25.Confirmation Registrations:

6th Grade

7th Grade

8th Grade
