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.
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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Through the Rapids: A Story of Grit, Growth, and the Mississippi
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.
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