Acorn Update

OUR STORY, OUR FUTURE: AN FLC CELEBRATiON OF FAITH & HOPE
Saturday, Feb 22nd · 9:30am - 11:30am
Join your church family for a guided, interactive discussion focused on FLC’s past and present, along with our hopes for the future of our community, hosted by our Transition Team. This gathering will be an opportunity to celebrate where we’ve been, dream about where we’re going, and will help inform our ongoing transition and call processes in valuable ways. We’ll share a pancake breakfast to kick off our time together, hosted by our FLC Youth Team with a free-will offering to support summer 2025 youth camps & trips. Kids welcome - we’ll have older youth ready to hang out with them in the education wing during the gathering.

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REMEMBER YOU ARE LOVED SWEATSHIRTS
After some requests, we're working on making these sweatshirts available. If you'd like one ($20 for youth, $25 adults), please fill out the form below! If we get enough interest, we'll make an order. (Pay later.)
SWEATSHIRT INTEREST FORM

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What are your favorite things about Farmington Lutheran?
I love everything about FLC, but my favorite things include the worship experience, the fantastic pastors and staff, and how comfortable I feel here. We joined many years ago for the robust children's/youth ministry program and it quickly felt like our perfect church home.

Tell us about your family/your dear ones.
My husband, Jeff, and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary this past October, and our son, Dominic, is a junior as NDSU in Fargo. We also have a fur-baby, Trudy, our 4-year-old Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

What is your dream vacation? 
I love to travel and do it as often as my vacation time off and budget allow! While I've been lucky enough to travel to all seven continents, I've never been to France, and it is definitely on my bucket list.

Describe your hobbies or how you like to spend free time.
I am an avid reader and also enjoy walking/hiking, pickleball, and puzzles.

What is/was your profession?
I work in the banking industry, leading operations teams. I enjoy leading and developing people and the problem-solving that comes with managing operations.

What is your favorite holiday? Why? 
My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving because I love the three Fs -- family time, food and football. I also really enjoy dedicating some time to focus on all my blessings and the things I am grateful for.

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THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS
2025 Choice Window Closes March 31
Thrivent Members! It's time to direct your 2025 Thrivent Choice dollars, and Farmington Lutheran would be grateful if you elected your dollars to support our ministry. Visit Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or you can call 800-847-4836 and when prompted, say “Thrivent Choice.”

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Endowment Committee Member Update from your Congregation Council
At our annual meeting on January 26, there was a misprint on the ballot regarding the candidates up for election to the Endowment Committee. The ballot listed Nancy Gustafson and Kris Dohrmann as candidates for 3-year terms. However, Nancy and Kris are already serving on the Endowment Committee and are in the middle of their terms. The ballot should have listed Sara Rausch and Dave Baumbach as candidates for a second 3-year term. Sara and Dave were accurately listed in the presentation slides shared during the meeting. We apologize for this misprint and thank Sara and Dave for their continued service on the Endowment Committee.

While we wanted to ensure transparency around this ballot misprint, the council fully supports the election of Sara and Dave and does not feel that any further action or a special meeting is needed in order for the Endowment Committee to move forward with their work. 

Our constitution does provide the following procedure for calling a special meeting:
C10.02.   A special Congregation Meeting may be called by the senior pastor, the Congregation Council, or the president1 of this congregation, and shall be called by the president of this congregation upon the written request of 10% of the voting members. The president of the Congregation Council shall call a special meeting upon the request of the synod bishop.  The call for each special meeting shall specify the purpose for which it is to be held and no other business shall be transacted.
1If the pastor is the president of the congregation, the congregation may consider giving the vice president the authority to call a special meeting.

If you have questions or concerns regarding this update, you may reach out to council president Michelle Beauvais (michelle.l.beauvais@gmail.com). 

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VON HANSEN’S MEAT FUNDRAISER
February 3-16
FLC Youth are selling Von Hansen’s gift certificates for their lasagna and a 3 lb box of boneless chicken breast. The lasagna is $35, and the chicken is $20. The youth will get $10 for the lasagna certificates and $7 for the chicken.
Stop by the church office to purchase, or reach out to a FLC youth.

TEENS IN CHRIST
Calling all 8th - 12th graders!
Hi! I'm Katie Blaha, it's been on my heart to get more youth through our doors by creating memories, learning about God and getting out into the community more with various service projects. Growing up youth group was one of my favorite memories the things we did, the friendships that were made and my faith kept me going back! My goal for this group is to make sure each one of you feel welcome while creating a safe space where you can be yourself and help you grow in your personal faith.
Tell your friends, neighbors & classmates ALL are welcome! I already have a list going of things I would like to go over with you and see what you want to do and take out of being part of this group! No pressure if you can't make it every time, life is busy! Can't wait to meet you!

Come Join Us! Monday, March 10 5:00-6:30
Feed my starving children in Eagan, dinner after at Culver's. Can't make it to FMSC join us for dinner. Dinner we will chat about ideas and what YOU want out of a youth group! Grow in Grace 2 Peter 3:18

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FLAMINGO YOUR FRIENDS OR NEIGHBORS YARD!
Choose from 4 dates: April 16, 23, 30, or May 7
For a small donation people can choose to flock a friend’s yard, creating a surprise that brings joy and laughter to the neighborhood. It helps the community get involved while supporting a good cause. SIGN UP HERE
How it works:
- Nonominate your friend or neighbor
- Donate what you would like
- Share the address
- We decorate their yard
- We clean it up

MOVIE NIGHT YOUTH FUNDRAISER
FRIDAY, APRIL 11 at 6:30pm
Do you need a date night? We have the opportunity for you! Youth are hosting a drive in, indoor movie night for all ages (as long as you are potty trained). Pre buy your ticket to reserve your spot, your ticket includes your entry to the movie and a hot dog. Don’t forget extra money for concessions! Wanna make it like a real drive in? Decorate a tote to sit in! All money received will go to youth going to Camp Wapo and Denver Colorado. Please bring your water bottle with lid. SIGN UP HERE

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SUMMER REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN

YOUTH TRIP TO DENVER COLORADO
Dates: June 21-28, 2025 the decision has been made to drive to Colorado
Grades: Entering 9th (2025-2026) through Completed 12th Grade (Graduated June 2025)
Cost: Approximately $1,230
Deposit: Non-refundable, due at registration, $175
This year FLC’s youth and adult chaperones will be traveling to Denver, Colorado and participating in Sky Ranch’s Denver Urban Immersion program. Throughout the trip the group will take part in service projects, team building activities, hiking, campfires, white water rafting and more!

VBS 2025
Dates: July 21 - July 24, 2025 *No programming Friday
Grades: Pre-K* - entering 4th
*Pre-K class - 3 years old and toilet trained
Time: 8:45am - 12 :15pm
Location: FLC

KIC ROCKS
Dates: July 21 - July 24, 2025
***No programming Friday
Grades: Entering 5th and 6th
Time: 8:45am - 12 :15pm
Location: FLC (other locations TBD)

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LIFT UP IN PRAYER
Roger Wikstrom, Dorothy Noland, Emil Bostrom, Shelly Garner, Larry Walsh, Shannon Walsh, Ben Farver, Alicia Farver, Sonja Anderson, MaryAnn Rausch, Joan Johnson, Colleen, James and Shawn Engman, Marge Lancette

Family and friends of Orren Lucht, as they grieve his death
Cole Wilcek as he recovers from a knee injury
Iris Briesacher, as she receives hospice care
Jeremy, Maude and Eddie Zavitz, as Jeremy receives hospice care for cancer
Bruce and Naomi Orehek and family, as they grieve the death of Bruce’s mom, Pat Hedman
Ken and Kari Stewart and family, as they grieve the death of Ken’s mom, Marge
David Hins, as he begins treatment for cancer
Ruth Wendland and family as they grieve the death of Ruth’s husband, Roman
Janet Hoag, mother of Angie Muehlenkamp, as she faces health concerns
Bill Bauman, friend of Peggy and Ron Reierson, as he battles cancer
Norma Patsche, mother of Mark Patsche, as she receives hospice care
Dan Hensche, partner of Anna Zappetillo, as he receives treatment for Non-Hodgkins lymphoma
Julie Hetland, as she receives more treatment for cancer
Larry Miller, cousin of Ron Reierson, as he battles cancer
Ann and Dave Garwick, parents of Kirsten Childe, and family as they manage Ann’s Lewey Body dementia
Sharon Broske, mother of Russ Howe, who has been diagnosed with breast cancer
Sarah Grafe, stepmother of Linda Landwehr, who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer

Please also include our active service members: Noah Bigbee, Meredith Gulsvig, Mackenzie Farran, and Mikkel Peterson in your prayers. 

Please continue to pray for our partners in ministry, including our Sister Congregation in Tanzania, Garland Hall Orphanage in Jamaica, & Camp Wapo.

We typically include loved ones on our prayer list for four weeks. If you would like a loved one listed longer or relisted, please contact the office.