MARRIAGE IN COMMUNITY – FEB. 1, 6 P.M.*
Strengthen your bond and enhance your marriage at this monthly night filled with stories, discussion, and meaningful connection with other couples. Join anytime!
Dre Monseth | dremonseth@gmail.com
*Please note schedule change this month. Next month, we’ll go back to meeting on the second Sunday of the month, March 10.
COMMUNITY ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE – FEB. 18, 6:30 P.M.
Join us as we gather with other local churches to begin the season of Lent.
CHILD DEDICATION, FEB. 8
Click here to sign up by Feb. 1, or contact Allison Anderson | aanderson@thedoor.org
RE|ENGAGE – MONDAYS, JAN. 26-MAY 18, 6:30 P.M.
This 14-week experience examines God’s design for marriage and applies principles from the Bible to guide couples towards growth in their relationship with each other. Marriages in any condition can benefit, whether you are struggling to get along, your marriage is broken, or you simply want to grow closer together as a couple.
Bill | ewokchief49@yahoo.com | 763.442.4219 or Erin | erin_komarec@hotmail.com | 763.370.6379
YOUNG ADULTS LUNCH, FEB. 1
College student? Starting your career? Come connect, grow in faith, and share a meal with us. No sign-up needed – just show up and bring a friend!
Contact tniznik18@gmail.com for announcements and details. Walk-ins welcome.
PRAYER ROOM
Come meet with Jesus, rest and be refreshed by His grace and love. Open Sundays, 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., on the second floor.
Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
SMALL GROUPS
Join a small group community to share a meal, pray and practice the way of Jesus. Sign up here.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING AT OPEN DOOR?
From photography to ushering on a Sunday to serving in the children’s ministry, there are lots of opportunities to volunteer at Open Door. Click here to send an email and we’ll follow up soon. Thank you in advance!
Learning Opportunities & Groups
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.
Sundays, 8:45 A.M.
Open Door, Room 104
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.
Wednesdays, 6:45 A.M.
Open Door, Rooms 104 & 112 (Zoom option available)
Bruce Kuehl | (612) 414-3825 | bruceckuehl@gmail.com
THURSDAY NIGHT MEN’S GROUP, FEB. 19
Hey guys! We’re taking time each month to hang out, share stories and friendship, and deepen our lives with God together.
3rd Thursdays, 6:30 P.M.
Local Backyards or Open Door (changes monthly; contact Ben to sign up and get location info.)
Ben Monseth | benmonseth@gmail.com
WOMEN’S WORSHIP, FEB. 14, 10 A.M.
Women and teenage ladies, join us as we gather for a time of worship, prayer and fellowship.
Cheryl Skelly | heavenlydirected@yahoo.com
WIDOW’S WELL (A WOMEN’S GROUP) – FEB. 15, 11:30 A.M.
Connect with others who understand what it feels like to lose someone so close. This is a safe and nurturing environment to continue to grow and learn in this season of life. Walk-ins welcome. Contact Annie-Claude Toll | atoll@thedoor.org.
TASTE AND SEE…A WOMEN’S POTLUCK, FEB. 20, 6 P.M.
Bring your favorite potluck item to share and join this community of women gathering to taste and see that the Lord is good!
Contact: Laurie Mikkola | laurmikk@hotmail.com
PRACTICE IMMANUEL IN COMMUNITY – TUESDAYS, JAN. 13-APRIL 28, 7 P.M.
Explore Immanuel Journaling and enjoy calming breath and prayer practices that nurture connection, strengthen relationships, and bring inner peace.
Zoom
Lisa | lisa.thirsty@gmail.com
EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY SPIRITUALITY – THURSDAYS, JAN. 29-MARCH 26, 6 P.M.
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero is a nine-week course a designed to help you grow in discipleship, experience healing, and deepen your relationship with God, yourself, and others.
Dave Tong | dwaynetong@gmail.com
Serving & Hospitality
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. We are currently in need of someone with plumbing skills.
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
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN – FEB 14, 9:30 A.M.
Join us at Feed My Starving Children (Coon Rapids) to pack meals that nourish families around the world. Together, we’ll help restore dignity and see how God works through His people. Register by the Friday before the event.
Kimla Abeler | Kimla Abeler@gmail.com
Kids & Students
OD STUDENTS WINTER RETREAT
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to Camp Lebanon for the winter retreat. It’s 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! Scholarships are available. Register here before we fill up or by Feb. 4.
Jacob Martin | jmartin@thedoor.org
OD STUDENTS WEDNESDAY NIGHT GATHERINGS
OD Student Ministry helps 6th–12th graders grow in faith through worship, Scripture, community, and service — all in a safe, fun, and welcoming space. Join us Wednesdays at the church! Hangout starts at 6:30 p.m., program runs 7–8:45 p.m. Please register here.
4TH AND 5TH GRADE WINTER WEDNESDAYS – 7 P.M.
Join other 4th & 5th grade students for this 8-week study where we will continue to explore the Bible through games, questions, study, and conversation. And of course, there will be SNACKS. Please register here.
Note: No meeting on Wed., Feb, 18
Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org
OPEN GYM – FEB. 16, 9 A.M. – 12 P.M.
School’s out so let’s gather our kids, enjoy a cup of coffee and some friends and get our wiggles out. The Open Door gym will be open and coffee will be brewing. Bring your own snacks and join the fun.
Tami Madison | tmadison@thedoor.org
OD KIDS DINNER & A MOVIE – FEB. 6, 6 P.M.
Join us for pizza, popcorn, and a movie with your favorite Open Door families. Bring blankets, pillows, and cozy clothes for a fun night together! Register here by Monday, Feb. 2.
Pre-order your pizza when you register. We’ll provide popcorn, candy, and water—feel free to bring extra treats to share!
Tami Madison | tmadison@thedoor.org
Support & Prayer
ADDICTION RECOVERY FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS
In this group, we’ll learn strategies to invite change in ourselves and others. Cost: $25 for the workbook.
Thursdays, 7 – 8:30 P.M., Zoom
Jill DiLoreto | diloreto5@comcast.net
SEEKING PEACE (A PRAYER SESSION)
Would you like to sit with another person and invite Jesus’s presence into your life? Are you seeking healing, restoration, deliverance and/or peace? Sign up for a one-hour session that involves creating space to listen for Jesus and being led through a prayer experience to connect with Him.
Dates and Times Vary
Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
Save the Date
MINNESOTA FOODSHARE – MARCH 1 – 29
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN – 4TH & 5TH GRADE EVENT – MARCH 18, 2026, 6:45 P.M.
EXILES IN BABYLON – APRIL 30-MAY 2, 2026
Click here for more information.
