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Know how to play the handbells or want to learn? Join the Shepherd of the Lake Glory Ringers and Glory Chimes ensembles or Music Makers! Living Water Singers Living Water Singers Sign Up >> Here is a look at the calendar for the 2024/2025 program year:

Our Children’s Ministry serves children from birth - 4th grade and along with their families, focuses on the Bible, child development, and the celebration of faith milestones. Children's Ministry BIRTH THROUGH 4TH GRADE Our Children’s Ministry serves children from birth - 4th grade and along with their families, focuses on the Bible, child development, and the celebration of faith milestones. Here, you and your children will be loved, welcomed, and affirmed for who you are: a beloved child of God. Baptism Available to All Ages Sunday School 3 Years Old to 4th Grade Shepherds Flock Preschool 4-Star Parent Aware Rated Communion 101 Register for Communion Instruction Summer Programs Vacation Bible School, Summer Pop-Up Classes Music Lessons Private Music Lessons & Musikgarten Classes Have Questions? Contact us! Eric Foerster | Director of Student Ministry ericfoerster@sollc.org Becca Richardson | Director of Children's Ministry beccarichardson@sollc.org Andrea Sheridan | Children's Ministry Coordinator andreasheridan@sollc.org

We share our church campus with other partners in the community, including a senior living community, The Link, a preschool, and a community garden. Campus Partners Shepherd of the Lake Church serves as the heart of an extremely unique intergenerational campus that we share with our amazing campus partners. The vision for our one-of-a-kind church campus was to create an opportunity for a journey of generations, where people of all ages and backgrounds can connect, grow, and support one another. We invite you to come and see how we are connecting and creating a faith-based space with our broader community and providing services and resources for all generations! McKenna Crossing A Presbyterian Hom es & Services Facility This senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartment homes. McKenna Crossing embraces an approach to life where the joy is in the journey. This belief is embodied in a path, the signature feature of McKenna Crossing that winds its way through the entire community and connects with Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church. Learn More The Link - Passageways A Shelter for Exploited Youth The Link's 28 programs provide supportive housing, intensive case management services, and skills development to youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness, sex trafficking, and/or involvement in the juvenile justice system. The Passageways Shelter and Housing Program provides specialized shelter beds for youth ages 12-17 and housing for youth ages 16-24 who are victims of sex trafficking. Learn More Shepherd's Flock Preschool Christian Preschool for 3-5-year-olds Shepherd's Flock Preschool believes every child deserves the opportunity for a high-quality educational experience. They offer physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual nurturing in a safe, Christian environment, fostered and supported as part of the mission and ministry of Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church. Learn More Shepherd's Path Community Garden Grow Together Located in Horkey Park off County Road 42 and Shepherd’s Path Road, Shepherd's Path Community Garden was established in 2009 as a way for people to grow their own food economically during the recession. There are 42 10X25 plots and 19 raised garden beds were available to rent. Contact Katy Hallberg for more information. 952-334-1995

Learn what the SOLLC Church Council does, who is on the board, and more. Our Church Council The Congregational Council of Shepherd of the Lake is responsible for defining and evaluating the mission of Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church. Elected at the Annual Meeting of the congregation, the Council meets monthly and works in partnership with the Sr. Pastor. Council members are passionate about this congregation and serve to discern how to take all of the resources of this faith community - the amazing talents, passions, and gifts of the people, the excellence of the facility, and the talented staff, and use them to best respond to Jesus' command to love God and serve our neighbors near and far. Mike Jerke President Kim Hohn Vice President Aaron Stromley Treasurer Gina Gertner Secretary Jim Bausman Board Member Dave Bruss Board Member Allisha Gosselin Board Member Jack Haugen Board Member Sharon Krueger Board Member Scott Sindelar Board Member Jeff Taxdahl Board Member Harold Tilstra Board Member Kade Vopava Board Member Constitution and By-Laws Our Constitution is modeled after the recommended version from the Minnesota Area Synod of ELCA. SOLLC Church Council Constitution SOLLC Church Council By-Laws Council Monthly Meeting Minutes View recent and past monthly meeting minutes of the church council meetings. 2024 Meeting Minutes 2025 Meeting Minutes

2 All of us, Together Now is the time to strengthen our impact in our community. All of us, together, can positively impact the lives of our families, our friends, our neighbors, and our community. Give Now to our Annual Fund We are grateful to be able to offer so many ways for children and adults to connect with one another and to help serve Scott County by supporting programs that mitigate food insecurity, mental health, and housing instability. We invite you to increase your financial donation this year to help us further our mission. Give Now What does my gift support? FAQS about SOLLC Give Now Now is the time to strengthen our impact in our community. Consider Increasing Your Giving By . . . $15/week or $60/month $25/week or $100/month A one-time gift of $250 or $500 Or whatever you feel called to do at this time Please click on the button that corresponds to your current giving method (or how you'd like to give). Log in and make any changes or updates. Simply Giving Realm Connect Push Pay GIVE NOW 1 What does my gift support? Building. We are building partnerships and programs to mitigate food insecurity, mental health, and housing instability Growing. Enhancing our children and student ministry opportunities Connecting. Creating more ways for you to support and connect with one another in meaningful ways Engaging. Investing in our vibrant worship, music, and arts ministries Please click on the button that corresponds to your current giving method (or how you'd like to give). Push Pay Realm Connect Simply Giving Up Gving FAQs Frequently asked questions Giving Are there more FAQs coming soon? Yes! We are working on compiling the questions right now! Until then, please feel free to contact the church office and ask your questions. Can I determine what my financial gift is used for? yes

Thank You fo r your outstanding financial support for the annual ministry of SOLLC. Your support makes a huge impact. Please take a moment to consider: SOLLC has come out of the pandemic strong and vibrant. Our ministry to children and youth is growing - this is our present and our future. This year, we are building a culture of invitation and growth - for the first time in years, setting our vision at growth. Please consider doing one of the following... A one time contribution by the end of 2023 –or– Increase your 2022 total contribution by 10% beginning now for 2024 –or– Email Pastor Dan i f there's something special you would like to fund, or if you have an idea for SOLLC to consider. Please click on the button that corresponds to your normal giving (or how you'd like to give ) or login as you would normally & make any changes/updates. Push Pay Realm/Connect Simply Giving Please let us know if you were able to increase your giving (telling us helps track the good news and bonus – we won't keep bugging you!) Thanks again! I did it! What will your gift help support? It will help us grow our ministries including music & arts, children, youth and family ministries, small groups, communication efforts, worship and outreach. All of the things that make SOLLC great! (In addition to our wonderful members!) Curious about the numbers? Here are our budgets and numbers at a glance...

Are you a high school student seeking an employment opportunity at Shepherd of the Lake? See what's available on our student job board. Student Employment at SOLLC Are you a high school student seeking an employment opportunity at Shepherd of the Lake? We’d love for you to consider joining our team! Below are current job opportunities at SOLLC for high school students. We offer a fun team atmosphere and competitive wages! Please contact Eric Foerster at ericfoerster@sollc.org for more information or to apply. SOLLC Job Application STUDENT JOB BOARD Sunday Morning Hospitality Part-time/Weekly JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Set-Up, serve, and clean up Coffee and Donuts from 7:45am-11:45am Sunday mornings. Provide a positive atmosphere and share hospitality with the congregation. KEY COMPETENCIES A strong belief in the values of SOLLC: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Table. Adaptability, flexibility, and creativity. Pizza Dinner Team Part-time/Weekly JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Set-Up, serve, and clean up Living Water pizza dinner from 4:30pm-6:30pm on Wednesday evenings during the program year. Provide a positive atmosphere and share hospitality with families and students. KEY COMPETENCIES A strong belief in the values of SOLLC: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Table. Adaptability, flexibility, and creativity. Student Center Manager Part-time/Weekly JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the student center, sell snacks, and clean up the Student Center from 4:30pm-6:30pm Wednesday evenings during the program year. Provide a positive atmosphere and share hospitality with families and students. KEY COMPETENCIES A strong belief in the values of SOLLC: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Table Adaptability, flexibility, and creativity Audiovisual Assistant Part-time/Weekly JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Assist the Sound Tech, run slides, and help set up gear from 5:30pm-7:30pm on Wednesday evenings during the program year. Provide a positive atmosphere and share hospitality with families and students. KEY COMPETENCIES A strong belief in the values of SOLLC: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Table. Adaptability, flexibility, and creativity. 1/1

Lakeside Studios (as part of the Music & Arts Ministry at SOLLC) is excited to offer a 6 week theatrical program for children ages 2nd-8th grade! SOLLC Music & Arts Lakeside Studio Summer Musical - The Prince of Egypt FREE Performances: August 1 & August 2 at 7pm August 3 at 3pm Shepherd of the Lake is proud to announce a summer musical, the Broadway production of “The Prince of Egypt”. Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as two young men, raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, the other must rise up and free his people; both face a destiny that will change history forever. Filled with a cast of expressive characters, enchanting music, and exhilarating choreography, this is a story not to be missed. Introducing the Cast Learn more about our Theater Offerings We are so excited to have this new offering at SOLLC! For more information contact Leah Toppen . DONATE PACK

EVENTS ALL CATEGORIES CHILDREN LIVING WATER HIGH SCHOOL FAMILY ADULTS MUSIC WORSHIP SERVE View as Calendar High School Service Trip 2026 Sun, Jul 12 More info Learn more High School Youth Group Sept 21, 2025 - May 17, 2026 More info RSVP

I'm New WELCOME TO SHEPHERD OF THE LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH Are you new to the Shepherd of the Lake community? Are you curious about who we are, how you can get connected, and where to start? Check out the links below, and if you have questions or just want to connect in person, feel free to reach out to our Engagement & Events Director, Shannon Hoffmann at shannonhoffmann@sollc.org . Our mission and our values are at the core of everything we do at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church. They serve as a compass, helping shape our personal lives and the life of our faith community. Next Who We Are: Our Mission & Values We offer a variety of worship options - in-person, live-stream, or call-in services. There is no prerequisite for attending any of our worship services or events. Next Join Us for Worship We want everyone to feel comfortable and be themselves when they come to worship. Learn about the flow of a service, our different options for seating, communion, Sunday School, and more. Next What to Expect at Worship Life Groups are a great way to grow in your relationship with God, with yourself, and with other people who are in the same stage of life Next Explore Our Life Groups We are blessed with an incredible community to carry out our mission! We invite you to serve with us, whether at Shepherd of the Lake, with us out in the community, or around the world. Next Serve/ Volunteer From birth through 12th grade, we have various programs for children and youth, including Sunday School, Communion 101, Shepherd's Flock Preschool, Living Water Ministry for Middle Schoolers, Affirmation of Baptism, and our High School Ministry Next Children & Youth Programs Music is a very big part of our community and is beautifully woven throughout almost every ministry we offer. We offer a variety of ways to participate in music, no matter the level of experience, whether it's singing in a choir, ringing the bells, rocking out with the band, or taking music lessons. Next Our Music Programs We are an active community with many events for everyone to attend. No need to be a member. From yoga classes to holiday celebrations to bible studies, we have something for everyone. Next Attend an Event Frequently Asked Questions I’m ready to become a member! How do I join Shepherd of the Lake Church as an official member? To become a member at SOLLC, we’ll have you fill out a short form to sign up for a Realm account,(https://onrealm.org/ShepherdTheLake) attend a one-hour new member welcome celebration, and that’s it! I want to join Shepherd of the Lake, but I have questions prior to joining. Absolutely! We love questions and would be more than happy to help answer any questions you may have. Please direct your questions to our Communications and Community Life Director, Shannon Hoffmann, at shannonhoffmann@sollc.org.(mailto:shannonhoffmann@sollc.org) Do I have to be a member to attend worship and community life at SOLLC? Membership is not required to worship or be involved here at SOLLC, though many people feel that making a deeper commitment to our church community helps strengthen their faith and connections overall. If membership feels right for you, please register here.(https://onrealm.org/ShepherdTheLake)

Community Plate A community meal for all Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church (SOLLC) and partner Smoke Signals gather all in the community for fo od and fellowship on the second and last Thursday of each month. Gather all, break bread, and enjoy fellowship. Volunteer Volunteers are needed to prepare, setup and serve meals for up to 200 guests. Groups are encouraged to sign up. Sign up to volunteer Donate Donate store bought dessert items and water, or provide a meal for volunteers. Drop off anytime before 4pm on the day of the community meal. Sign up to donate items Show your support Donate financial gifts Support SMOKE SIGNALS™ Bringing together, celebrating, serving, encompassing community since 2017 Learn more

At Shepherd of the Lake, we value curiosity, connection, and the power of community! Come learn and grow with us through our life groups, adult learning classes, and events. Community Life At Shepherd of the Lake, we value curiosity, connection, and the power of community! Come learn and grow with us through our life groups, adult learning classes, and events. Life Groups Bible Study, Dinner Clubs, Theology on Tap, Quilting & more Learning & Events Classes, Workshops, and Events

We invite you to serve with us whether at Shepherd of the Lake, with us in the community, or around the world. Outreach & Service Shepherd of the Lake is committed to sharing God's unconditional love through acts of service. We have opportunities for people of all ages to get involved in service to others! Serve at SOLLC Serve the Wider Community Serve the World Serve on Outreach Teams Hope's Portage SERVE AT SOLLC Looking for ways to share your gifts of service within the walls of SOLLC? Volunteer with one of our many ministries. Serve Communion During Worship Each Sunday we will need 1 team lead and 8 communion servers to help with serving communion. The team lead will be responsible for setting up the communion stations and will need to arrive prior to the service to allow time. Check out our instructional video and sign up to serve. Sunday School Volunteer: Interested in leading a Sunday School group? You do not need a child in the program to be an adult leader. Please contact Andrea Sheridan for more details. Living Water Volunteer: Living water is our middle school faith formation program. Adult Leaders are truly the backbone of the program and are incredible witnesses of faith in action! There is no prerequisite for being a leader. We provide you with all materials, training, and support to make a deep and lasting impact in the lives of our middle schoolers. Please contact Eric Foerster at ericfoerster@sollc.org for more information. Helping Hands: Helping Hands is a life group and a service team rolled into one. Our Helping Hands team provides various types of support and maintenance around the SOLLC building and grounds. Some of their past projects include painting, repairing, organizing, gardening, mulching and creatively solving needs from each ministry. If you have time and passion for this type of service, please reach out to Keith Wanttaja . SOLLC Events or Community Life Activities: We’d love for you to share your talents with our wonderful community! Help us get to know you! Send an email to Shannon Hoffmann if you'd like to help one-on-one, offer a class, co-lead a life group or just connect with others who enjoy the same activities as you. SERVE THE WIDER COMMUNITY Looking for ways to share your gifts of service in the wider community? Check out these opportunities with our SOLLC outreach ministries or community partners. Hope's Portage Hope's Portage is a transitional housing apartment building located across the street from Shepherd of the Lake. It will open in late fall 2025 and will provide 12 apartments for families experiencing homelessness. SOLLC is partnering with Scott County and CAP Agency to support this facility and the residing families. Shepherd of the Lake will provide wrap around services for the residents including a food pantry, starter supply packs, apartment flipping in between family stays, and special activities and events. Learn more and how to volunteer. Community Plate SOLLC, in partnership with Smoke Signals 501c3 Non-Profit, is working to combat food insecurity and gather all people for food and fellowship. We will offer a free monthly community meal the last Thursday of each month from 5:15pm-6:15pm. Volunteer to help prepare, serve, set up, or clean up this meal. Please spread the word and join us! CAP Agency The work we do with the CAP Agency assists and empowers individuals and families to achieve social and economic well-being in partnership with our community. How Can I Help: 1) Volunteer at the CAP Food Shelf. 2) Volunteer at the CAP Thrift Store. 3) Donate Non-Perishable Food . Please place your food donations in the bin located in the coat closet near main office at SOLLC. SisterLink Sister Link is a service group at SOLLC that provides support for the residents at Passageways (a shelter for trafficked teens and young adults ages 13-24). Our team supplies and leads craft and cooking activities as well as fun and fellowship. This group also facilitates the Gift Link program. Learn more or contact Laura Aase to get involved. Please c ontact John Holt at johnholt@sollc.org with any questions about volunteer service opportunities or to learn more! SERVE THE WORLD Looking for ways to share your gifts of service with the world? Learn more about our global ministry opportunities. Lutheran World Relief Lutheran World Relief saves and improves lives in the poorest parts of the world. Learn more/donate now . Global Refuge Stand with refugees. URGENT: The government has halted all funding for recently arrived refugee families . Your support is needed now! Learn more/donate now. Feed My Starving Children The FMSC works to provide millions of meals to hungry children around the world. Donate now to help. Please contact John Holt at johnholt@sollc.org if you have questions regarding volunteer service opportunities. OUTREACH & SERVICE LEADERSHIP TEAMS Outreach and Service Leadership Teams gather monthly to plan, develop, and evaluate our outreach and service ministries. Outreach and service teams are volunteer led and report to our Community Outreach Task Force. Click this link for more information or to sign-up! Food Insecurity Team Housing Insecurity Team Mental Health Team Global Outreach Team For questions regarding outreach teams, please contact John Holt at johnholt@sollc.org .

Learn about Sunday worship and what to expect at Shepherd of the Lake Church, including logistics, where to sit, the flow of service, and communion. What to Expect Welcome to Shepherd of the Lake! When you come to worship on Sunday mornings, we want to ensure you feel comfortable with where you’re going and what to expect! Logistics Flow of Service Communion Where to Sit Sunday School LOGISTICS! When you enter through our main doors, our greeters will be there to help you find your way to where you need to go - whether it’s Sunday School, donuts & coffee, or just straight to worship. Feel free to mingle and enjoy conversations or make your way to your seat before worship begins. There are no paper programs or hymnals to grab; all scripture, prayers, and song lyrics are shown on the large screens in each corner of the worship center. Bring a Coffee or Grab One at SOLLC We welcome you to bring a coffee or grab one at church to enjoy during our time together. No Dress Code Come in whatever makes you feel comfortable and most authentically yourself! Kid-Friendly Wiggle Worship Kids were made to move, and we have created a space for them to do just that! We have set up various spots throughout the church that allows children to play and worship together! WHAT'S THE FLOW OF EACH SERVICE? Our worship services are approximately 45 minutes from start to finish. Music is a very important part of who we are at Shepherd of the Lake. We feature a variety of music ensembles, including a professional live band at our 10:30am service. Our 9am service is more traditional, featuring our bell choir, organist, and other choir ensembles. One of our pastors delivers the message each week. Children participating in Sunday School are welcomed into the worship service with a children’s message prior to Communion or the sacrament of baptism. We finish each service with a blessing and a song where the children are welcomed back up front to play musical instruments along with our musicians. Whether it’s your first worship experience with us or you’ve been with us for some time, we hope that you’ll always feel welcomed with Open Hearts, Open Minds, and an Open Table! COMMUNION Everyone is welcome to take communion, regardless of age, faith, and membership status. This is God’s meal, and all people should have access to the grace of God made known to us in Communion. Gluten-Free Options We offer a Gluten-Free Holy Communion option upon request. Just ask when you come up for communion. Communion Servers Each Sunday a team of volunteers assist with setting up the communion stations and serving communion during worship. If you're interested in serving in this way, learn more on our Serve page. WHERE TO SIT? We are blessed with ample space for our community to worship together. Not sure where to sit? See the various seating options available below and make yourself at home wherever you feel most comfortable. Balcony Seating Our balcony level is lined with chairs for people who are looking for stadium-type seating and/or easy wheelchair access. Main Floor Seating We offer a mix of chair seating and round tables on the main floor. The round tables offer space for kids (and grownups!) to color or have snacks. Behind the round tables is a playroom where kids can hang out with their grownups. Tiered Section Seating Our tiered section seating includes chairs on the left side of our worship area (when you’re looking at the main stage). This section also includes a children’s play area. SUNDAY SCHOOL Children ages 3 (toilet independent) through fourth grade are welcomed in Sunday School. Children must be registered to attend Sunday School for safety and preparation purposes. Want to check it out before committing to the program year? Sign up for a free preview session, offered monthly. Membership is not required to take part in Sunday School. Learn More QUESTIONS? Have further questions about what to expect when you come to worship at Shepherd of the Lake? Contact Jonathan Rundman at 952-230-2960 or jonathanrundman@sollc.org .

Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church outdoor summer worship on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7pm in the courtyard. Join us for campfire songs, communion, reflection and s'mores. S'More Worship Join us for S'More Outdoor Worship Services in our courtyard on May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14 & September 11 (the 2nd Thursday of each month) at 7pm. We'll gather for fun and fellowship, prayer and praise, a scripture reflection, and Holy Communion. WHAT TO EXPECT MUSIC & SONGS VOLUNTEER TO HELP Expect What to Expect S’More Worship Dress casually & comfortably Bring a water bottle Bring a chair or blanket to sit on Caregivers will need to supervise children making s’mores Service will be about 40 minutes We will meet in the Student Center if weather is an issue Bring a device to access song lyrics Everyone is welcome! It'll be a wonderful intergenerational worship experience in a summer camp environment, outside in our lovely natural surroundings. SMore Music MUSIC September 11 Click on the link to the pdf for the words for today's music! Music for September 11 includes: Earth and All Stars You Have Come Down to the Lakeshore Create In Me Songs for September 11 Volunteers Needed Contact Pastor Jonathan to volunteer! Set-up Fire Tender Communion Server S'More Table Manager Clean Up Chair Stacking Smore Help