The Mission of God
“You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
(Acts 1:8)
Mission to Judea and Samaria (Our Local Context)
EasterFest
Come and witness the Easter story like never before! The Saturday before Palm Sunday every year, join us for an Easter egg hunt, bouncy house, a live retelling of the Easter Story, and so much more!!! Fun for all ages! Everyone is welcome!
Journey to Bethlehem
Live animals! Biblical Characters! Food, Friendship, and Fellowship! All this and more you will find on your Journey to Bethlehem. Join us every December to relive the Nativity in a new and wonderful way!
National Night Out
Redemption Lutheran Church invites you to National Night Out the first Tuesday in August. Police and Community Partnerships. Live Music, Carnival Games, Bouncy House, Door Prizes, Free Food. You are invited to bring a donation for VEAP.
POBLO - People of the Book Lutheran Outreach
POBLO is committed to helping immigrants and refugees meet their individual needs to better their life in the United States. Our primary way of doing this is through English as Second Language programs (ESL), soccer programs, basic skills classes, and many other opportunities.
VEAP
VEAP is the Twin Cities’ largest food pantry, providing access to healthy foods, social services, and financial assistance. VEAP takes a holistic approach to program delivery together with its strategic partners to build a stronger community.
Mission to the Ends of the Earth (Global Context)
Rev. Carl and Kelsey Grulke - Lutheran Bible Translators
Serving Botswana and Ethiopia
Rev. Carl and Kelsey Grulke have been missionaries with Lutheran Bible Translators since 2016. They share a love for the Word of God and for helping it come alive in the hearts of those who hear the Good News. Carl loves exploring the local languages and uncovering how they can reflect who God is. Kelsey enjoys helping others understand God’s story in new ways through technology, the arts, and other innovative methods.
Carl and Kelsey have served in Botswana since 2018. Carl is currently working as Regional Director for Southern Africa and Ethiopia and Kelsey as Scripture Engagement Coordinator among the people of Botswana.
Carl and Kelsey have five children: MaryJane, Audrey, Judah, Gideon, and Isaac.
Sarah Parrish - Mission of Christ Network
Serving Costa Rica
Sarah Parrish grew up in the Midwest with her parents, two sisters, and brother. Sarah was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, moved to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan when she was two years old, and then moved to Prior Lake, Minnesota where she has lived since the age of seven. With her dad being a pastor, she has been greatly involved in ministry, volunteering, and leading various ministries throughout her life.
Sarah is currently attending Concordia St. Paul as a student in the Christian Ministry program studying to be a Director of Christian Outreach and Education with a minor in Spanish. With the classroom part of her education coming to a close, Sarah will be serving with Lighthouse Ministries in Parrita, Costa Rica for her two-year internship.
Her desire to do mission work began in her first year of high school when she ventured on her first mission trip to Anapra, Mexico where she instantly fell in love with the people, culture, and mission work in general. After this trip, she traveled there three more times in the following years. She then attended service trips to Idaho, Michigan, and Alaska, as well as a two-week mission trip to Guatemala. She also volunteered to teach English online with Lighthouse Transformation Ministries.