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S E R V E
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For the sixth year in a row, the Next Generation Youth are partnering with Mobile Hope Dayton for “A Work of Love" (AWOL)! Students from our church family leave home, camp at Open Door and are part of an AWOL team that will serve and love our neighbors at the Dayton Mobile Home Park by leading a vacation Bible school, sharing meals, and doing fun activities with kids from the park. In the evenings we head out for fun with teen peers from Dayton!
We need your help to provide materials, supplies, activities and fun for kids from Dayton and our youth team! Donation items include: nail polish, serving food at the community picnic, providing a cold afternoon snack, helping serve lunch, and transporting tables from Open Door for the community picnic, among other things.
Without the generosity of our church family, we couldn't do all the things we get to do with our friends at Dayton! All these things, big or small, matter and will be put to good use!
It's not just about a donut...this weekly, sweet (pun intended) rhythm provides space for hospitality, welcome and connection! Donuts will be served outdoors, as weather permits.
Each Sunday we need 4-6 volunteers to help with various tasks, including: setting up, serving donuts and cleaning up afterwards. Super cool apron provided. Serve once, twice or more!
It takes an amazing team of volunteers to provide quality NextKids programming each Sunday Morning! Welcoming families, cuddling babies, playing with preschoolers, leading games, teaching Bible stories, building relationships… we need your unique gifts & strengths to make a big impact on the faith formation of the next generation within our elementary and early childhood classrooms. Learn more about the different roles here.
Contact: Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org
When: Sunday Mornings, Once a Month (or more if you wish!)
This group of men desires to help our church and local community by serving single mothers, widows, and those with special needs through home projects, such as repair work, electrical, plumbing, etc. They meet for breakfast at the Original Pancake House in Maple Grove before heading out to the worksite(s). Men of all ages welcome - bring your sons! If you know of a widow, single mom, or someone with special needs who could use some help, contact Maureen Pranghofer at maureensmusic@comcast.net.
Contact to serve: Del Sipma | delsipma@gmail.com
Contact with needs: Maureen Pranghofer | maureensmusic@comcast.net
When: 3rd Saturdays, 7am breakfast together, Projects begin around 8:30am
Location: Original Pancake House, 6322 Vinewood Ln N, Maple Grove 55311
Lack of access to healthy food is always a problem for many people around the world – but even more so during a global pandemic. You can help! Have fun with family and friends by packing meals together at Feed My Starving Children (Coon Rapids location). Help restore dignity and provide nutritious meals for families while discovering how God is at work through His people around the world. Feed My Starving Children also has a marketplace where you can buy handcrafted goods that support small businesses from around the world.
Contact: Kimla Abeler | KimlaAbeler@gmail.com
Dates: 2nd Saturdays (June 11, July 9, August 13), 9-11am
Location: Feed My Starving Children, Coon Rapids
Open Door is going out and about to bring God’s love to the world through building relationships, fostering community, and getting to know neighbors through community service projects, social gatherings, cross cultural events, etc. By providing a number of $100 microgrants, Open Door wants to support the ways God is stirring in you to be salt and light to the world. As God prompts you to put action to your vision, apply for an Out & About Microgrant. Projects should be completed by October 31.
Contact: Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
When: June 19 – October 31
Apply by Sunday, October 2
As a church family we want to be a part of and contribute to the Maple Grove community. Volunteering at Maple Grove Days is one way we can do that! There are lots of ways to serve including set-up or teardown, check-in, helping run bingo/games/silent auctions, being a parking attendant and more! We’d love to inundate them with volunteers from our church family, so grab a friend (or three!) and sign-up to serve! There is a volunteer role for all.
Contact: Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
When: Thursday, July 14 – Saturday, July 16, various volunteer times available
Location: Maple Grove (most events happen at the Community Center or Central Park)
Open Door is joining Food for the Hungry in Guatemala to support a community called Caserio Lopez. While there we will be running a vacation Bible school for community children and introducing small water filtration systems to homeowners, teaching them how to use and maintain the systems. Added bonus: we’ll have an opportunity to meet children sponsored by the Open Door family!
Contact: Tom Johnson | tjohnson@thedoor.org
When: Saturday, October 15 – Sunday, October 23
Cost: Approx. $1,600-$1,800
Ages: 16+ (unless with parents)
Apply by Thursday, September 1
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C O N N E C T
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This 7-session, in-depth Bible study explores the question, "How do I actually pray well?" through examining specific prayers found throughout Scripture. We’ll encounter five key types of prayer: confession, concern, lament, praise and intercession. Through personal reflection, group discussion and teaching, participants will seek to understand how elements of these biblical prayers can be applied to our prayer lives today.
Contact: Jenn Tjepkes | jtjepkes@thedoor.org
When: Wednesdays, July 13 - August 24, 7-8:30pm
Location: Open Door
Cost: $20 (for the book)
Register by Friday, July 8
Have fun and put some miles in by joining the Open Door Bike Club! You'll build relationships and increase your heart rate as we tour the many scenic, paved bike trails and parks around the Twin Cities metro area. All skill and endurance levels are welcomed. Come with an expectation to engage and connect with others!
Bring your bike, helmet, water bottle and comfortable riding clothes. If it's been a while since you've ridden, we recommend test-driving your bike prior to joining to take care of any mechanical issues before you hit the trail. Please, no motorized or e-bikes. No commitment required. Ride once or throughout the summer!
Contact: Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
When: Saturdays, June 25, July 9 & 23, August 6 & 20, September 3, 10-11:30am
Location: Various (First ride meets at Elm Creek Chalet, Maple Grove)
Sign-up to receive locations
Join with other men as we study God’s Word and are encouraged through community and connection. We are currently exploring our relationship with God through a study focused on the questions God asks of us.
If you are looking to grow in your relationship with God with a group of guys trying to do the same, join us Wednesday mornings for study and discussion. Walk-ins welcome.
Contact: Bruce Kuehl | (612) 414-3825 | bruceckuehl@gmail.com
Meets: Wednesdays, 6:45-7:45am
Location: Open Door Room 104
Walk-Ins Welcome
Ever wish you could have a donut moment right in your front yard? Now you can! Introducing: The Donut Moment Pop-Up.
As we lean into the practice of hospitality as a church family, we encourage you to invite your neighbors and friends to your lawn for your very own Donut Moment Pop-Up. Reserve a date and time and we’ll show up with the people to serve, the tent, the aprons and the donuts right to your door! All you need to do is sign-up and invite your neighbors and friends.
Contact: Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
When: Select Weekly Dates & Times
Location: Your Yard (or one nearby)
Join your favorite Bible study guys in the Open Door circle drive for an early morning tailgate! We’ll enjoy a light breakfast before diving into our day. Men of all ages invited to attend.
Contact: Bruce Kuehl | (612) 414-3825 | bruceckuehl@gmail.com
When: Wednesday, July 27, 6:45-7:45am
Location: Open Door Circle Drive
The donuts are coming BACK! Each Sunday following the gathering, we will have donuts available. Feel free to slow down, stay a little while, enjoy the company of others and meet someone new! And remember…it’s not just a donut…it’s a conversation starter!
Each Sunday we also need 4-6 volunteers to help with various tasks (including setting up, serving donuts, and cleaning up afterward). Want to help serve? Sign up below.
Contact: Dawn Wood | dwood@thedoor.org
When: Sundays after the Gathering, Beginning June 12
Location: Open Door
Who doesn’t love a good summer evening bonfire?! Lawn games, a giant cooler and fireside snacks will await you at the Open Door firepit. Bring your favorite unique s’mores topping!
Contact: Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
Dates: Friday, June 24, 7-9pm
Location: Open Door Bonfire Pit
As the church family of Open Door, we desire to listen for and follow the voice of Jesus. The All-Church Prayer & Worship Gathering is a space to worship and seek God together for Open Door, our community and the world at large. Zoom option available (sign-up to receive the link).
Contact: Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
Dates: Sunday, June 12, 6:30pm
Location: Open Door Window Room
Sign-up by Saturday, June 11 (if attending via Zoom)
Y O U n g A d u l t S
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Join other young adults for a fun night of hanging out in the backyard! There will be a few organized games for those that love a little competition and a bonfire for those that like to chill. Bring a snack to share and a friend – the more, the merrier! This event is hosted by a local Maple Grove family. Address sent out closer to the event.
Contact: Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
When: Thursday, July 7, 7-9pm
Location: Maple Grove (address sent later)
Sign-up by Tuesday, July 5
The Open Door Young Adults are camping! Grab your friends for a weekend of camping, bonfires, conversations, and all-around fun! Bring your own camping gear, tent, food, snacks and beverages. Campsite provided.
Contact: Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
When: Friday, August 5 – Sunday, August 7
Location: Lake Maria State Park
Sign-up by Tuesday, August 2
N E X T G E N E R A T I O N
Nothing says summer like friends, sunshine and monkey bars. Join other OD parents, caregivers & kids to play at Plymouth Creek Park on Thursdays all summer long! Sign-up to receive text updates (i.e weather related cancellations, last minute location changes, etc.).
Contact: Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org
When: Thursdays, June 16 – August 18, 10-11:30am (No playdates June 30, July 21, August 11)
Location: Plymouth Creek Playfield Park, 3625
Fernbrook Ln N, Plymouth, MN 55446
Spark imagination and kick creativity into high gear this summer at Spark Studios Vacation Bible School. Kids will discover that their creativity is a gift from the infinitely creative Creator who designed them for His glory. God’s creativity didn’t stop in Genesis! The Master Artist is working to redeem, reclaim, and transform us — His creation — to the original design He planned for us. Kids will see the beautiful truth that they are God’s workmanship as they learn to use their talents to bring glory to Him. Invite a friend (or two) and join us for a week of scripture, imagination, games, snacks and creativity!
Contact: Tami Madison | tmadison@thedoor.org
When: Monday, June 27 - Thursday, June 30, 9am-12pm
Ages: 4 years – 5th grade
Location: Open Door
Register by Monday, June 20
Interested in volunteering for VBS? Come volunteer with us at VBS and help us share the story of how we are Gods Masterpiece. Be part of how the Master Artist is working to redeem, reclaim and transform us. Volunteer 1 day or all 4! Let’s get creative together!
See more info in Serve section above or email Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org
Gather your crew, invite friends, pack up your tent and sleeping bags, and come camp at the Door! We’ll have fun together playing under the stars and listening to the creatures at the pond as we fall asleep. Bring a picnic dinner and drinks. We'll provide some group activities, a camping snack and breakfast. This is a great way to meet other families with kids from Open Door!
Contact: Amanda Svensk | asvensk@thedoor.org
When: Friday, August 12 – Saturday, August 13, 5pm-11am
Location: Open Door
Cost: $15/family
Register by Sunday, August 7
It takes an amazing team of volunteers to provide quality NextKids programming each Sunday Morning! Welcoming families, cuddling babies, playing with preschoolers, leading games, teaching Bible stories, building relationships… we need your unique gifts & strengths to make a big impact on the faith formation of the next generation within our elementary and early childhood classrooms. Learn more about the different roles here.
Contact: Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org
When: Sunday Mornings, Once a Month (or more if you wish!)
Students completing 6th – 12th grade are invited to leave home, camp at Open Door and be a part of our "A Work of Love" (AWOL) team!
AWOL is an opportunity to serve and love our neighbors at the Dayton Mobile Home Park by leading a vacation Bible school, sharing meals, and doing fun activities with kids from the park. In the evenings we head out for fun with teen peers from Dayton!
If you love kids, want to grow in leadership, can be flexible and teachable and love to have fun...this trip is for you!
Please note the following dates:
Contact: Amanda Svensk | asvensk@thedoor.org
Dates: Sunday, July 31 - Friday, August 5
Location: Various; Open Door & Dayton Mobile Hope
Cost: $160
Register by Saturday, June 25
This summer NextYouth is focusing on God within our friendships and in having fun together with games, activities and events. Open to any student who's completed 5th grade through graduating seniors.
Contact: youth@thedoor.org
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Various; see summer schedule
If you love God and want to go deeper in your relationship…
If you want to know or love God more…
OR if you are unsure but you like being around people who love God…
God & Friend Time is for you! Come have a snack and hang out with God, leaders, and friends on summer Thursdays from 1-3pm at Open Door where we’ll apply the biblical book of James to our actual lives. Can’t come every week? No problem! We’d love to see you at any you can attend!
Contact: Amanda Svensk | asvensk@thedoor.org
When: Thursdays, June 9 – August 25, 1-3 pm (No hangouts on July 7th or August 4th)
Location: Open Door
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