NEWCOMERS’ GATHERING – JAN. 11, 11:30 A.M.
You’re invited! 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.
Jenn Tjepkes | jtjepkes@thedoor.org
BAPTISM – JAN. 25, AFTER CHURCH
Join us to affirm your faith through baptism! Baptism is a timeless act of obedience to Christ, marking an important step in your spiritual journey. It’s a joyful celebration of the faith you’ve chosen to follow. Kids, youth, and adults interested in baptism will complete a brief preparation process after signing up. Sign up by Saturday, January 24.
Deb Raab draab@thedoor.org
SUMMER MISSION TRIP INFO MEETING – JAN. 25, 11:30 A.M.
Learn about upcoming summer 2026 mission trips to Guatemala and Slovakia—two communities Open Door partners with. Prayerfully consider joining a team!
Window Room
Dawn Wood | dwood@thedoor.org
RE|ENGAGE – JAN. 26, 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. re|engage aims to bring hope and restoration to your marriage through teachings, testimonies, and working through an established curriculum with other married couples. 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. Register by January 19
Cost: $40 per couple (includes 2 workbooks)
Contact: Bill | ewokchief49@yahoo.com | 763.442.4219 or Erin | erin_komarec@hotmail.com | 763.370.6379
EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY SPIRITUALITY – JAN. 29, 6 P.M.
Join us for a 9-week journey through Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero—a course designed to help you grow in discipleship, experience healing, and deepen your relationship with God, yourself, and others. Discover a transformational pathway to greater emotional and spiritual maturity. Please sign-up here.
Window Room
Dave Tong | dwaynetong@gmail.com
YOUNG ADULTS LUNCH, JAN. 18
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.
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
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, JAN. 10, 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
TASTE AND SEE…A WOMEN’S POTLUCK, JAN. 16, 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
WIDOW’S WELL (A WOMEN’S GROUP) – JAN. 18, 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.
MARRIAGE IN COMMUNITY – JAN. 11, 6 P.M.
Couples, strengthen your bond while connecting with others at this monthly night filled with stories and discussion. Join anytime!
2nd Sundays, 6 – 7:30 P.M.
Open Door, Chapel
Dre Monseth | dremonseth@gmail.com
PRACTICE IMMANUEL IN COMMUNITY – JAN. 13, 7 P.M.
Come explore Immanuel Journaling and enjoy calming breath and prayer practices that nurture connection, strengthen relationships, and bring inner peace. Register by: Monday, January 12
Zoom
Lisa | lisa.thirsty@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 – JAN. 10, 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 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 – JAN. 14, 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 – JAN. 19
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. The gym will be set up for younger kiddos (infants-Kindergarten) from 9-10:30 am and then will transition to older kids (1st grade – 5th grade) from 10:30 a.m. – 12 pm. Families are welcome to join at the time that works best for them.
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
OD KIDS FIESTA FUEL UP VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION – FEB. 1, 12 P.M.
O.D. KIDS DINNER & A MOVIE, FEB. 6, 6 P.M.
EXILES IN BABYLON – APRIL 30-MAY 2, 2026
It’s not too early to register! Click here for more information.
