Announcements (11-30-25)
Joining Jesus as a Family
Our Joining Jesus series will run through the Holidays with “Joining Jesus as a Family.” God has blessed His creation through families. We all have one. Some great memories - some not so great. But God continues to bless us through families. Christian parents want to raise their children to be life-long followers of Jesus. But many parents watch their children grow up, leave home, and then walk away from the faith. What went wrong? And how can a new generation of parents avoid the same result?
The messages through November and December will help you weave Jesus’ discipleship process into the rhythm of your family’s everyday life in very practical ways. How to live the fulfilling life of a Jesus-follower as a parent, grandparent, foster parent, family member, volunteer, mentor, friend.
If you are attending our in-person service, be sure to stop at the Welcome Center after worship to get a gift bag filled with appreciation for you being here (and information about St. Peter’s.) Take a minute to complete a Connect Card in the seat back and leave it at the Welcome Center so we can welcome you with a gift. - If you are connecting online, fill out a Digital Connect Card so we know you were with us and can provide answers to any questions you may have. Please worship with us again soon.
Please share your story.
Ready to inspire and encourage others? Tell a story about what the Lord is doing in your life. Did you have a moment where Jesus was at work around you? Did someone ask you a faith question? Did you have an opportunity to show love to a neighbor or a friend? It can be something huge or something very small. A random act of kindness that you were prompted to do? A discussion with a stranger? Share your story. When you do, your Christian friends will be motivated and ready to watch for what Jesus is doing in their lives too.
The Joining Jesus Series began in the Summer! We are seeing results!
Want to make sure you have heard all the messages? When you can’t be with us, be sure to visit our website to watch the week’s message. The recorded message is usually very similar to the live message on Sunday morning. It is released at 5pm every Saturday. It is by demand - which means you can listen/watch any time you want. And if you miss a message in a series you can get caught up. (Be sure to click on “subscribe” to see new messages when released).
The most watched message of this series so far? “Joining Jesus as a Family - Again!”
Mission Study - Sunday Mornings
You are welcome to join us for a discussion of the Joining Jesus on His Mission book on Sunday mornings at 10:45am in the Discipleship Room. We will go through Pastor Greg & Susan Finke’s book, so be sure to pick up a copy on the Welcome center and bring the book with you. We will view a video by the authors each week to kick off our discussion.
NOTE: We will resume our group discussions during December.
What makes this so powerful is that when we notice Jesus is at work around us, we have a story. And that story encourages and will help others in the class not only celebrate with you but be better prepared to see what Jesus is doing themselves. How empowering is that? Know this: Jesus is busy getting the attention of those in your “neighborhoods.” So, are you ready to be an everyday missionary? It is much, much easier than you think.
St. Peter’s is investing in you as a missionary. Pick up a copy free of charge today.
Contribute in the Basket, Online, or by Mail
We encourage you to join us in the excitement of generous giving and watch what God is doing in our community and around the world. There is a basket near the main entryway if you would like to contribute or go to the giving options on the website by clicking the button below. Perhaps you want to support our ongoing ministry, give to the Mission Fund, or specifically help with the Facility Fund or the Gym Fund. Wherever and however you give, you will partner with God to bless others.
Together we meet families at the intersection of faith and real life.
Operation Christmas Child
St. Peter’s once again partnered with Operation Christmas Child to deliver great joy and the Good News of Jesus Christ to children all around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes. Each box packed full of quality toys, school supplies, and personal care items becomes a tangible expression of God's immense love for each child. For many, it is their first gift ever! Collection day was last-weekend and we delivered 20 boxes packed with live plus some packed online. If you missed out, you can still pack a box online HERE for $30.
Add Your Prayer Requests
May we pray for you? Please add your prayer requests to our prayer tool. It is very easy to submit a brief prayer request on our St. Peter’s Prayer Wall. You can share specifics or just be anonymous with your request. God knows!
Dan Utter Update
We get many questions about the wellbeing of our members. Dan Utter is residing in a cheerful, sunny apartment at the Masonic Assisted Living Home in Bloomington where he continues to receive physical therapy and attention. In the picture he is enjoying some homemade Thanksgiving pie from his daughter Sarah. Medical issues continue to be a challenge for Dan, but he still shares the joy of the Lord! Send him a note:
11501 Masonic Home Dr.
Apt. A321
Bloomington, MN 55437
Advent Video Tools
St. Peter’s provides you with access to 25,000 + videos on a variety of Bible studies, faith building entertainment, and wholesome kids videos. You can stream on your computer or any device. And there are no commercials!
Upcoming Birthdays
Dec 3 - Kaya Anderson
Dec 8 - Grace DuBe'
Dec 8 - Harrison Stephens
Dec 10 - Matthew Yeager
Dec 10 - Scarlett Klevay
Dec 12 - Steven Gutierrez
Dec 14 - Harland Kuhlman
If your birthday is in the next two weeks and you are missing from this list, fill out a connect card and share your birthday so that your St. Peter’s family of faith can life you up to the Lord.