Coming this Fall
Gunnar Idenstam
Concert Organist
Friday, October 29
7:30 p.m.
Gunnar Idenstam, born in Sweden in1961, is a concert organist, arranger and folk musician. In 1984 he was awarded first prize in the prestigious improvisation competition, "Grand Prix de Chartres" and since then his career has taken him to many parts of the world. He is this year's featured artist at the annual Central Organ Symposium and will perform in recital on October 29 on Central's four-manual, 107-rank Casavant pipe organ.
Gunnar Idenstam
Concert Organist
Friday, October 29
7:30 p.m.
Gunnar Idenstam, born in Sweden in1961, is a concert organist, arranger and folk musician. In 1984 he was awarded first prize in the prestigious improvisation competition, "Grand Prix de Chartres" and since then his career has taken him to many parts of the world. He is this year's featured artist at the annual Central Organ Symposium and will perform in recital on October 29 on Central's four-manual, 107-rank Casavant pipe organ.
events & opportunities
Updated August 20
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It's the dog days of summer now, but just wait . . . our list of upcoming events and opportunities is about to explode as we announce the new program year, beginning in September!
Week of August 22
Sunday
Discovering Central’s Heritage: Fine Art
Central’s Docent Ministry Team presents the last of three special summer presentations following worship today in the sanctuary. There will be a “virtual walk through” Central’s extensive collection of fine art. You are invited to get a beverage and treats on the North Plaza and bring them back inside for the presentation.
This Week
Central Meetings, Events and Community Service
Consult Monitor or Office for Locations
Monday, August 23
Community Worship, 10:00 a.m.
Clothes Closet Opens, 11:00 a.m.
Community Meal, 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, August 24
General Staff Meeting, 10:15 a.m.
Library Team, 1:00 p.m.
Community Outreach Team, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 25
Heritage Ministry Team, 9:00 a.m.
Clothes Closet Opens, 10:00 a.m.
Vacation Bible School, 5:00 p.m.
Worship DOT Com, 7:00 p.m.
CLCW Investment Club, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, August 26
Augsburg Nursing Women’s Group, 10:00 a.m.
Women’s Summer Faith Lunch, 12:00 Noon
Communications and Public Relations Ministry Team, 12:00 Noon
Clothes Closet Opens, 1:00 p.m.
WelcomeLife Team, 5:30 p.m.
Gardening Corps Weeding Party, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 28
Children’s Education Meeting, 9:00 a.m.
Ministry and Program Leaders, 9:30 a.m.
Panhandling: A Community
Response, Monday, August 23,
6:00 p.m., Basilica of St. Mary
This seminar is sponsored by Downtown Congregations to End Homelessness and will address topics including why people panhandle, how citizens can best respond and how community organizations are impacted. Presenters will include previous panhandlers, faith community leaders, businesses, neighborhood groups and police. Free and open to the public. More information at www.dceh.org
Next Sunday
Participate in Backpack Sunday!
On Sunday, August 29 all students are invited to bring their backpacks to be blessed during the worship service. Central families are also encouraged to purchase a new backpack, fill it with school supplies and bring it on August 29 to be blessed and to give away. The donated backpacks will be distributed to children and adults in need through Central’s Restoration Center.
Join in the blessing and sharing!
Looking Ahead
OWLS to Visit Split Rock Lighthouse,
Thursday, September 30
Join Central’s Older Wiser Lutheran Seniors (OWLS) in celebrating the 100th anniversary of Minnesota’s historic Split Rock Lighthouse on the North Shore of Lake Superior—a full day of travel, departing Central at 8:30 a.m. and returning in early evening. Details and reservations on the North Plaza Sundays, August 22 and 29.
Overnight with the Dolphins—
a family ministry event,
Friday, October 1
Sleep next to the watery world of dolphins and sharks in this unique overnight program at the Minnesota Zoo, including learning from a zoo naturalist and watching a private dolphin training session. It all begins at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 1 and concludes at 9:00 Saturday morning. A Friday evening snack, Saturday breakfast and a program t-shirt are included for only $10.00 per person. Must be age five years or older to participate. RSVP: Greer Cherney by September 1 at gcherney@centralmpls.org.
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