Happenings
April
Events
PALM SUNDAY GATHERING
April 13, 10:00 A.M.
GOOD FRIDAY GATHERING
April 18, 7:00 P.M.
EASTER SUNDAY GATHERING!
Invite friends and family, and come to our Easter celebration between gatherings!
April 20, 9:00 A.M. and 11:00 A.M.
Childcare for children ages 3 and under only.
ALPHA
Want to explore meaning, life and faith? Alpha is an environment of hospitality, with space to look at life’s big questions and join others in conversation about faith, life and God. Ready to begin the journey? Register here!
When: Tuesdays, April 29 – June 17; meal together: 6 – 7 P.M.; group time: 7 – 8:30 P.M.
Where: Schuler Shoes, Maple Grove, 11400 Elm Creek Blvd N., Maple Grove, MN 55369
Contact: Tom Johnson | tjohnson@thedoor.org
NEWCOMER’S GATHERING
Get to know the leadership of Open Door at one of our Newcomer’s Gatherings. Here you’ll find space to ask questions and share what brought you to Open Door.
When: Sun., April 27, 11:30 A.M. – 12:15 P.M.
Where: Open Door, Window Room
Contact: Jenn Tjepkes | jtjepkes@thedoor.org
SMALL GROUP COMMUNITIES
Next session launches in August. Click here to register or click here to learn more!
When: Monthly (or more often)
Where: In homes
Contact: Jenn Tjepkes | jtjepkes@thedoor.org
YOUNG ADULTS LUNCH
Contact Tricia Niznik to join the groupchat for announcements!
When: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 11:30 A.M.-1 P.M.
Contact: Tricia Niznik | tniznik18@gmail.com
Weekly Learning & Fellowship Opportunities
BIBLE STUDY HOUR
Whether you’re new to scripture or not, we’d love to have you join us before church for a verse-by-verse study of the Bible in a relaxed and discussion-oriented format. No sign-ups, just show up.
When: Sundays, 8:45-9:45 A.M.
Where: Open Door, Room 104
Contact: Ronn Johnson | ronnjohnson7@gmail.com
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Join with other men Wednesday mornings to study God’s Word and be encouraged through community and connection. Walk-ins welcome.
When: Wednesdays, 6:45 – 7:45 A.M.
Where: Open Door, Rooms 104 & 112 (Zoom option available)
Contact: Bruce Kuehl | (612) 414-3825 | bruceckuehl@gmail.com
MARRIAGE IN COMMUNITY
Couples, strengthen your bond and enhance your marriage at this monthly night filled with stories, discussion, and meaningful connection with other couples. Join anytime!
When: 2nd Sundays, 6 – 7:30 P.M.
Where: Open Door, Chapel
Contact: Dre Monseth | dremonseth@gmail.com
THURSDAY NIGHT MEN’S GROUP
Hey guys! We’re taking time each month to hang out, share stories and friendship, and deepen our lives with God together.
When: 3rd Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 P.M.
Where: Local Backyards or Open Door (changes monthly; contact Ben to sign up and receive location info.)
Contact: Ben Monseth | benmonseth@gmail.com
WOMEN’S GATHERING
Gather with other women to fellowship together and pray. Sign-up here, only if childcare is needed.
When: Thursday, April 10th & Thursday, May 15th, 10:00 – 11:30 A.M.
Where: Open Door, Chapel
Contact: Jenn Tjepkes | jtjepkes@thedoor.org
SOUL CARE GROUP
Interested in deep freedom and inner healing? Join a group reading Soul Care by Rob Reimer.
When: Thursdays through May 1*, 6:30-8 P.M.
Where: Open Door, Window Room
Contact: Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
Cost: Soul Care book on Amazon
*No meeting April 3
TASTE AND SEE…A WOMEN’S DINNER GATHERING
Bring your favorite potluck item to share and join this community of women gathering to taste and see that the Lord is good.
WHEN: Fri., April 11 and May 16, 6:00 P.M.
WHERE: Open Door, Window Room
CONTACT: Laurie Mikkola | laurmikk@hotmail.com
Support & Prayer
ADDICTION RECOVERY FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS
In this group, we’ll learn strategies to invite change in ourselves and others.
When: Thursdays, 7 – 8:30 P.M.
Where: Zoom
Contact: Jill DiLoreto | diloreto5@comcast.net
Cost: $25 for the workbook
WOMEN’S WORSHIP GATHERING
Women and teenage ladies, come join us as we worship Jesus and experience ministry time for each other through worship and prayer.
When: 2nd Saturdays, 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Where: Open Door, Window Room
Contact: Cheryl Skelly | heavenlydirected@yahoo.com
MOURNING OUR LOSSES, WAITING IN HOPE
Come together in a safe, welcoming space to explore the experiences of grief and loss in our lives and in the life of Jesus.
When: 2nd Sundays, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.
Where: Open Door, Room 104
Contact: Bob McKenna | Bob@thedoor.org
Kids and Students
OD STUDENT SERVICE NIGHTS (SN) AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT GATHERINGS (WNG)
Students from 6th – 12th grade, join us any Wednesday for Service Nights and/or Wednesday Night Gatherings! Both are opportunities to encounter Jesus whether studying scripture, worshipping, or serving others.
When: SN: 1st Wednesday of the month, 6:15 – 9:00 P.M.; WNG: 7 – 8:45 P.M.
Where: SN, varies | WNG, Open Door
Contact: SN Questions: Jacob Martin | jmartin@thedoor.org
WNG Sign-up here
OD KIDS 4TH & 5TH GRADE GIRLS NIGHT
4th or 5th grade girls, join us for a night of laser tag, gym games, snacks and GIRL TIME. We would love for your friends to join us! Register by April 9th.
April 16, 7:00 – 8:30 P.M.
Lower Level of Open Door
Contact: Sarah Pederson | Spederson@thedoor.org
Service Opportunities
DAYTON MOBILE HOPE: HOMEWORK HELP
Homework Help is for K-12th grade students at Mobile Hope. We are looking for people middle school age and older to join the team! No special skills necessary! Register here.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays through May, 3:30 – 5:30 P.M.
Where: 503 York Ave., Dayton, MN. 55327
Contact: Maggie Currier | maggie@mobilehopemn.org
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN
Have fun with family and friends by packing meals together at Feed My Starving Children (Coon Rapids location). Register by the Friday before the event.
When: April 12, 9:30-11:15 A.M.
Where: Feed My Starving Children, Coon Rapids
Contact: Kimla Abeler | KimlaAbeler@gmail.com
HEARTS IN ACTION (A MEN’S GROUP)
This group of men helps our church and local community by serving single mothers, widows, and those with special needs through home projects.
When/Where: 3rd Saturdays, 7 A.M. breakfast; 8:30 A.M. head to work sites
Contact: Maureen | maureensmusic@comcast.net with needs
Contact: Del Sipma | dsipma@comcast.net or (952) 412-7333
Save the Date
MISSION SUNDAYS
Five to six of our Mission Partners will be featured on May 4, June 8 and July 13.
SWEET TREATS BINGO
May 9
PARENT NIGHT OUT
May 7
CHILD DEDICATION
May 11
SACRED SETTLEMENT MONTHLY POTLUCK
May 12
BAPTISM
May 18
