WINTER  EVENTS

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SANCTUARY PRAYER SPACE

During Advent the sanctuary will be open as a space to practice Jesus’ Presence with us and experience Him as our “sanctuary” (a place of refuge or safety). There will be prayer stations set up where you can engage and pray using the four words we lean into during Advent: Hope, Faith, Love and Peace. Come...rest, be and pray.


When: Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays; November 27-December 23

Location: Open Door Sanctuary




HOT COCOA CONNECTION

BEGINNING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27: Each Sunday following the gathering a hot chocolate bar will be available in the Gathering Place. Feel free to slow down, stay a little while, enjoy the company of others, and meet someone new! And remember…it’s not just about a cup of hot cocoa…it’s about connection!

 

Do you want to help serve? We have a few great ways you can get involved as an individual or a family! Each Sunday we need 4-6 people to help with hospitality (including setting-up, hosting & cleaning-up afterwards). SIGN UP HERE to volunteer


Contact: Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
When: Sundays after the Gathering, beginning November 27




ALL-CHURCH PRAYER & WORSHIP GATHERING

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28: 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. We’ll spend time in song, interactive prayer, meditation on scripture and more.


Contact: Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
When: Saturday, January 28, 6:30pm
Location: Open Door Window Room




WINTER BAPTISM

SUNDAY, January 15: Baptism is an act of obedience to the command of Christ, practiced by individuals who have decided to follow Jesus. We believe baptism is an important step in our spiritual journey after we have acknowledged our faith in Christ's salvation and is a way of affirming a faith that has taken root in our hearts.

 

All candidates (kids, youth, and adults) will go through a preparation process for Believer's Baptism. You will be contacted with more information after you sign up. 


Contact: Tom Johnson | tjohnson@thedoor.org
When: Sunday, January 15

SIGN UP HERE (by Tuesday, January 10)



WINTER BASH with NEXTGEN

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5: Are you ready for some winter fun?! Bring your whole family, invite some friends and put on your warmest clothes for WINTER BASH!! The bonfire will be blazing with warm drinks and a snack, a sledding hill, the pond for ice activities and 9-square in the air up for fun! BYO sleds / ice skates. 


It’s open house style so come anytime and make sure to dress warm! Space is available to store your winter gear during the Sunday Gathering and for BYO lunches afterwards. 

 



Contact: Tami Madison | tmadison@thedoor.org

When: Sunday, February 5, 12-2pm

Location: Open Door Bonfire Pit


OPEN GYM with NEXTKIDS

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20: School's out, so let's gather our kids and drink coffee together. We'll have the gym open, coffee brewing, crafts for making and a movie for watching. Bring your own snacks and come join the fun! 


Elementary and early childhood will be split up. Each age group will have 45 minutes of gym time and 45 minutes of snack, craft, movie time. Registration requested. 



Contact: Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org

When Monday, February 20, 10-11:30am

Location: Open Door Gym


SIGN UP HERE (by Sunday, February 19)




4th & 5th GRADE RETREAT

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6 - SATURDAY, JANUARY 7: We’re heading to Camp Lebanon for some winter fun! The 4th - 5th grade retreat includes broomball, ice skating, sledding, hiking, carpetball, foosball and time away with God & friends!

 


*Is cost an issue or would it make it challenging for your kid(s) to attend? Scholarships are available! Request a scholarship in your registration or contact Sarah to work out a payment that works for your family budget. Funds are available. Don’t let cost keep your students from coming!

 

 

Contact: Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org

When: Friday, January 6 – Saturday, January 7

Location: Camp Lebanon, 1205 Acorn Rd, Burtrum, MN 56318


Cost*: $60 (scholarships & payment plans available)

REGISTRATION CLOSED




ICE SKATING with NEXTYOUTH

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21: NextYouth will meet at Central Park for ice skating and hang-out time. Bring your own skates or rent them for $7.50. Those who don’t skate (or want to take a break) can hang out in the warming house in front of a peaceful fire. Dress for the cold, prep for the fun!




Contact: Amanda Svensk | asvensk@thedoor.org

When: Wednesday, December 21, 7-8:45pm

Location: Central Park Ice Rink, Maple Grove

Cost*: $7.50 for skate rental (or BYO skates)




WINTER RETREAT with NEXTYOUTH

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19: Students in grades 6-12 are heading to Camp Lebanon for the winter retreat. Retreats are a great time to get away from the distractions of life, dive deeper in your faith, make new friends, deepen relationships, and have a lot of FUN! 


*Is cost an issue or would it make it challenging for your kid(s) to attend? Scholarships are available! Request a scholarship in your registration or contact Sarah to work out a payment that works for your family budget. Funds are available. Don’t let cost keep your students from coming!



Contact: Amanda Svensk | asvensk@thedoor.org

When: Friday, February 17 – Sunday, February 19

Location: Camp Lebanon, 1205 Acorn Rd, Burtrum, MN 56318

Cost*: $160 (scholarships & payment plans available)


SIGN UP HERE (by Wednesday, February 8)






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