STORIES
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church is a vibrant community of Christ followers, living in faith every day. We’re diverse in opinion, but united in our mission to help the whole world know the healing power of Christ’s love.
How we live out that mission is different for each of us—fabricating individual experiences and stories. Dive into our stories below and reach out to Cheryl Brunkow, Communications Director, if you’d like to share yours.
THE JOY OF BEING IN COMMUNITY
There’s a certain kind of warmth you feel when you walk into the Community Resource Center (CRC) at St. Andrew’s. It’s not just the bustle of volunteers sorting clothing, greeting guests, or stocking shelves. It’s something deeper—an energy of welcome, shared purpose, and compassion that seems to rise from every ...
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Managing Emotions In Crisis
On August 27, 2025, an unimaginable tragedy took place at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, MN, when two children were killed, and 18 others were injured. In the wake of such great atrocity and violence, specifically the death of two young children, we ask ourselves, “What should we do?” and ...
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INTERNview
This summer at St. Andrew’s, four young women with Energizer Bunny vibes have infused our Children, Youth & Families programs with fresh, fun ideas. Sophia, Mirra, Mary, and Ella—college students with different majors and journeys—have come together due to a shared calling: to connect, mentor, and serve. Though each of ...
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Coming Home
The Community Resource Center (CRC) was born out of necessity. Pastor John Hogenson came to St. Andrew’s during a time of economic hardship, people of all socio-economic backgrounds found themselves seeking assistance for basic needs. Hogenson’s passion for helping the hurting fueled the creation of the CRC. Through this resource, ...
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It’s All In The Family
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, ...
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