Happenings
July
Events
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN KIDS
Help us finish out the summer strong! We still need five additional people each weekend to serve all our kids. Sign-up here.
SUMMER DONUT MOMENT
Text “Donut Moment” to 77411 or click here to help serve up some hospitality.
Sundays, June – August*, 11:30 A.M.
*excluding July 20
MAPLE GROVE FARMER’S MARKET
The Maple Grove Farmer’s Market is back at Open Door! Want to volunteer or donate? Text “farmers market” to 77411.
MISSIONS SUNDAY
Come see us in the GP and put a name and face to the ministry!
July 13, 11:15 A.M.
SUPPORT AND PRAY FOR THE STUDENT AWOL TRIP JULY 20-25, 2025
Your donations help provide materials, supplies, activities and fun for kids from Dayton and the team. Sign up here to donate specific supplies or here to make a monetary contribution.
Sarah Pederson | spederson@thedoor.org
Join a small group community to share a meal, pray and practice the way of Jesus! Text “small groups” to 77411 to register, or sign up here.
YOUNG ADULTS
Contact Tricia Niznik, tniznik18@gmail.com, to join the groupchat.
TASTE AND SEE…A WOMEN’S GATHERING – JULY 18
Bring your favorite potluck item to share and join this community of women gathering to taste and see that the Lord is good. Room 104, 6:00 P.M.
Laurie Mikkola | laurmikk@hotmail.com
AWOL COMMUNITY PICNIC – JULY 24
Join the AWOL team at Dayton mobile home park to celebrate the week they’ve shared with the kids and students who live there. Bring a dish to share. Dayton Mobile Hope, 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.
Allison Anderson, aanderson@thedoor.org
NEWCOMER’S GATHERING – JULY 27
Contact Jenn Tjepkes, jtjepkes@thedoor.org, with any questions, and join us in the Window Room from 11:30 A.M.-12:15 P.M.
JULY FUNDRAISER: GUATEMALA MISSION TRIP – JULY 27
Join us for hot dogs, chips and cookies after church to support the Guatemala mission trip!
HOSPITALITY MICROGRANTS: 2025
Take action and spread God’s love by applying for a $100 microgrant! Apply by Sunday, October 26!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Miss a Sunday? Stay up-to-date with the latest announcements here!
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, 8:45-9:45 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 – 7:45 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 – 8:30 P.M.
Local Backyards or Open Door (changes monthly; contact Ben to sign up and receive location info.)
Ben Monseth | benmonseth@gmail.com
MARRIAGE IN COMMUNITY
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
Kids & Students
OD STUDENTS SUMMER GATHERING
Join us for an exciting summer of worship, community, and diving into the book of Hebrews. New to OD Students? Incoming 6th grader? Register for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.
Wednesdays
6:30 – 9:00 P.M.
KIDS & STUDENTS VOLUNTEERING
It truly does take a village (or a church family) to walk alongside our kids, and we would love to have you join us! Consider partnering with us this upcoming school year as well. Apply today!
WHERE IN THE PARK IS SARAH?
Join Sarah at some of her favorite parks throughout the metro by signing up for spontaneous park adventures! The next park meet-up will be an evening meet-up on Wednesday, July 9th from 6:30 – 8 P.M. at Elm Creek Park in Maple Grove, MN.
Serving & Hospitality Opportunities
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.
July 12, 9:30-11:15 A.M.
Feed My Starving Children, Coon Rapids
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. 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
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
WIDOW’S WELL (A WOMEN’S GROUP)
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 or click here for more information.
July 20, 11:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
Open Door, Room 104
SEEKING PEACE (A PRAYER SESSION)
Would you like to connect with Jesus amid challenges in your everyday life? Are you seeking healing, restoration, deliverance and/or peace? Would you like to sit with another person and invite Jesus’s presence into your life? 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
KIDS & STUDENTS VOLUNTEER INFO MEETINGS – AUG. 3 & 24
Contact: Sarah Pederson | Spederson@thedoor.org
KINGDOM COLLECTIVE WORSHIP AT THE TOWN GREEN – AUG. 3
PRAY FOR THE GUATEMALA MISSION TRIP – AUG. 10 – 17
CHILD DEDICATION – AUG. 10
TASTE & SEE…A WOMEN’S GATHERING – AUG. 15
Contact: Laurie Mikkola | laurmikk@hotmail.com
SERVING MINNESOTA CAMP – AUG. 17 – 22
Check out the website at mncamp.com, and sign up to be a caregiver!
SPLASH AND PLAY, A FAMILY WATER DAY – AUG. 17
Contact: Tami Madison | tmadison@thedoor.org
KIDS VOLUNTEER KICK-OFF – AUG. 20, 24 & 26
We would love to have you join us in the 2025-2026 school year! Sign up here!
BAPTISM – AUG. 24
Contact Deb Raab for more information (draab@thedoor.org) and click here to sign up!
