Growth

For Dave and Robin Plan, serving at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church is second nature—a lifelong commitment rooted in their upbringing. Raised in a family that valued giving back, they’ve carried that tradition forward, becoming familiar faces both welcoming guests and working behind the scenes. Since joining St. Andrew’s in 2001, their dedication has helped create a warm, inviting community. For them, volunteering is about connection and purpose. Their message to others? There’s always a place for you here.

Growing up in St. Paul, Minnesota, Army veteran, Brent Skaja often found himself mesmerized by the mighty Mississippi River. A childhood spent wondering where the river’s current would lead became the foundation of an epic adventure that would challenge him physically, mentally, and spiritually.