Congregational Events

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Nov. 13 (Sun.): Trinity Lutheran Church Harvest Dinner
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or until food is gone
Trinity Lutheran Church
204 South Street
Ostrander, MN
Cost: $8 for adults; $4.50 for kids 12 and under
Harvest Dinner menu includes roast turkey, real mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing, corn, cranberries, buns, salads, pie, and beverages. For more information, call 507-657-2203. (added 10/24/05)

Nov. 16 (Wed.): Celia Whitler Concert
7-9 p.m.
Grace Lutheran Church
918 Garfield Avenue
Albert Lea, MN 56007
Cost: Free will offering
Spend an evening at Grace Lutheran Church with National Recording Artist Celia Whitler and her band, for a night of uplifting and spiritual music. Please invite family and friends to share her music and the message of hope and salvation through Jesus Christ. For more information, call 507-373-6496. (added 11/03/05)

Nov. 18 (Fri.): Magical Evening of Fun! A Benefit for Ethan Strenge
5-10 p.m.
American Legion
New Richland, MN
This event will feature a silent auction, carnival, and dinner. Proceeds will be used for non-covered medical bills and extra expenses that the family has and will continue to incur as Ethan continues his fight against Rhabomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer found in children. To find out more information about Ethan and his story, please visit www.weloveethan.com or www.caringbridge.org/visit/ethanstrenge. Donations can be sent to the State Bank of New Richland; 103 N Broadway; New Richland, MN 56072; c/o Ethan Strenge Benefit. Co-sponsored by Waseca County Thrivent Financial for Lutherans #31213. For more information, call Trinity Lutheran Church at 507-465-3625. (added 11/01/05)

Nov. 19 (Sat.): Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Holiday Tea
1 p.m.
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
1212 12th Ave NW
Rochester MN
Cost: $15 per person
The first-annual holiday tea at Gloria Dei is sponsored by the Gloria Dei Women of the ELCA. This event will begin at 1 p.m. with punch and a preview of the decorated tables. There will be an entertaining program starting at 2 p.m. entitled, "The Enlightening Story of Mary," followed by the High Tea meal at 3 p.m. A gift area will be available to make purchases. All tickets will be sold in advance for $15 per person. For ticket information please contact Barb at 507-288-4911 or Gloria at 507-289-0395. (added 10/06/05)

Dec. 4 (Sun.): 24th Annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Presented by Zumbro Lutheran Church Music Department
7 p.m. (pre-service music begins at 6:30 p.m.)
St. Marys Hospital Chapel (Domitilla)
Rochester, MN
Cost: Free and open to the public
Music will be provided by a number of Zumbro Lutheran’s handbell choirs, instrumentalists, the 60-voice Zumbro Lutheran Choir, and the Zumbro Choristers. For more information, contact Kristy Giere, Zumbro Lutheran Director of Music and Liturgy, 507-288-2649. (added 11/01/05)

Dec. 11 (Sun.): The Lost and Found Christmas Show
Sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church
4 p.m.
Owatonna High School Auditorium
333 E. School St.
Owatonna, MN
Cost: $10 ($8 in advance) - Children 7 & under are free!
This will be a great Advent celebration for all ages! The unique musical stylings of Lost and Found, the dramatic abilities of Justin Vetrano, songs from Rachel Kurtz, and the entertaining Fitz Family Jugglers will be a part of a memorable Sunday afternoon. For more information, call Dean Smith at 507-451-4520 or visit Lost and Found's web site: www.speedwood.com . (added 11/01/05)