LOTI Director of Music, Dr. Kristina Rizzotto, performed in the opening concert of North Central American Guild of Organists series in the Twin Cities on Tuesday, July 4th. She received a glowing mention in Star Tribune’s review in the Variety section on Wednesday. We are continually grateful for her tremendous talent, musicianship & leadership. Congratulations, Kris!
https://www.northcentralago2023.org/
Children’s Ministry June/July 2023
Summer Camp for Children, Youth & Families
June & July
Luther Park, Danbury WI
For registration & details go to Luther Park
Half Week Cabin Camp (Grades 1-4)
Weeks of June 18, June 25, or July 23; (Sun-Wed)
Full Week Cabin Camp (Grades 3-6)
Weeks of June 18, June 25, or July 23; (Sun-Fri)
Treehouse Camp (Grades 7-12)
Weeks of June 18 or July 23
Beginner Horse Camp (Grades 4-12)
June 25-30
Intermediate Horse Camp (Grades 4-12)
July 16-21
Canoe Camp (Grades 7-12)
Week of July 9
Grand Camp (Grandparents/Grandchildren)
July 16-July 19
Camp Getaway for Families
Fri-Sun: June 23-25, Jun 30-July 2, July 7-9, July 21-23, July 28-30
Thank You to Linda Nelson
On Sunday, May 21st, Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church celebrated office manager Linda Nelson’s June retirement and her 11 + years of service. When the announcement of Linda’s retirement first became known, I had someone ask how the Church Council would find three people to replace her. It is not an exaggeration. Linda has been the voice of the church and first responder to countless visitors. Of course, that is only the first part of her job description. Linda has also served as our financial secretary and accountant. Did I mention that she organizes the volunteers who lead Sunday morning worship, as well as the coffee servers? She is active in nearly every aspect of our congregational life. Personally, I am grateful for the work Linda has done, for her friendship, her organizational skills and her willingness to take on new projects and challenges. Yes, it will be hard to find three people to take her place.
With that said, I am very pleased to announce that Diane LaMere has accepted the invitation and challenge of following Linda as the new office manager. Diane is no stranger to the congregation or to the work that Linda has been doing. Diane is truly a gifted church worker. I first knew her when we were colleagues at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Excelsior where she was responsible for leading contemporary worship. From there she went on to be the Director of Children’s Ministries at Mt. Calvary in Excelsior with an enrollment of 400 students. 10 years ago, I invited her to lunch to discuss whether she would be interested in making the Sunday School floor more inviting and child friendly. Little did I know that she had a BBA in Accounting from the University of Iowa. She will continue Linda’s work schedule of three days in the office each week, and work from home in preparation for the Sunday School program. We are all excited about this transition.
Linda will remain active in the life of Lake of the Isles, so you will see her regularly. And Diane will continue to be the face of the church for our Sunday School families. Thank you to both Linda and Diane for your service.
Linda’s Celebration Sunday
A wonderful time was had by all! The Fellowship Hall was full of people and joy on Sunday, May 21st.We celebrated Linda’s 11 1/2 years of service at LOTI in a special Celebration Coffee Hour with a Norwegian theme, as we were also marking Norwegian National Day. We had lefse, kransekake, lingonberries, Norwegian almond kringle, Norwegian salmon with dill sauce, Norwegian meatballs with gravy, Jarlsburg, Gjetost, knekkebrød, Norwegian waffles and of course, lots of herring.The Council gifted Linda $1100, $100 for each year of service. Staff presented her with a Corinthian Wind Chime in the key of A, along with a “retirement bag” to carry her multiple cards and gifts. An original floral painting was presented to Linda by Don Holzschuh.
We will miss Linda in the office, but she promises to continue to be with us…as an active member of the congregation. Best Wishes & God’s Blessings to her in retirement.
…and a Perfect Day for Ascension Doves
Watch the ascension doves!
Our New Office Manager Diane LaMere
Beginning in the latter half of June, we will transition to our new Office Manager, Diane LaMere.Diane’s hours will be the same as Linda’s were in the past; that is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We extend a hearty and heartfelt welcome to Diane in her new role that she will fulfill in addition to Director of Children’s Ministry.
LOTI Summer Pickup Choir
As in summers past, we will continue vocal music in our services, with LOTI Summer Pickup Choir. We’ll meet at 9:00 AM on Sunday mornings in the choir loft for warmup and rehearsal of the piece for the day. Please join us!
Our Saviour’s Housing Meals
For many years, Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church has provided a meal on the first Friday of each month. Due to COVID-19 & changes at the shelter, our monthly meals are by donation.
The shelter orders & serves the meal. Cost per meal is $250.
Thank you to Chanda & Lars Olson for May and Jim Olson for June.
2023 Schedule
| JUL 7 | Debby & Dr. Remi Pizarro |
| AUG 4 | Denise Wilkens, Mary Jubenville, Mary Flynn, Twyla Hobbs & Linda Nelson |
| SEP 1 | Kathy & Mark Hering |
| OCT 6 | Bruce & Jean Carlson |
| NOV 3 | Mary Sabatke |
| DEC 1 | Elizabeth Hansen |
To volunteer for 2024 contact Diane Lamere in the Church Office.
Make your donation to LOTI and we will send the funds to OSCS.
Children’s Ministry May 2023
Sunday School Ends
May 21st
As the Sunday School program year comes to an end on May 21, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to our youth and adults who helped in the classroom throughout the year: Lenore Raykovich, Dominik Amann, Claire Jacoby, Ben Mechels, Jill Gruys, Kamie Moen, Jennie Nelson, Nicole Olson, Andrea Reno and Cody Rustad. Thank you for sharing your love of God with our kids!
Summer Camp for Children, Youth & Families
June & July
Luther Park, Danbury WI
For registration & details go to Luther Park
Half Week Cabin Camp (Grades 1-4)
Weeks of June 18, June 25, or July 23; (Sun-Wed)
Full Week Cabin Camp (Grades 3-6)
Weeks of June 18, June 25, or July 23; (Sun-Fri)
Treehouse Camp (Grades 7-12)
Weeks of June 18 or July 23
Beginner Horse Camp (Grades 4-12)
June 25-30
Intermediate Horse Camp (Grades 4-12)
July 16-21
Canoe Camp (Grades 7-12)
Week of July 9
Grand Camp (Grandparents/Grandchildren)
July 16-July 19
Camp Getaway for Families
Fri-Sun: June 23-25, Jun 30-July 2, July 7-9, July 21-23, July 28-30
Our Saviour’s Housing Meals
For many years, Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church has provided a meal on the first Friday of each month. Due to COVID-19 & changes at the shelter, our monthly meals are by donation.
The shelter orders & serves the meal. Cost per meal is $250.
Thank you to Rick Gripentrog for the April contribution
2023 Schedule
| MAY 5 | Chanda & Lars Olson |
| JUN 2 | Jim Olson |
| JUL 7 | Debby & Dr. Remi Pizarro |
| AUG 4 | Denise Wilkens, Mary Jubenville, Mary Flynn, Twyla Hobbs & Linda Nelson |
| SEP 1 | Kathy & Mark Hering |
| OCT 6 | Mary Sabatke |
| NOV 3 | Bruce & Jean Carlson |
| DEC 1 | Elizabeth Hansen |
For information, contact Cheri Moe, or (952) 431-5226.
Children’s Ministry March 2023
March 12th No Sunday School (spring break)
& Daylight Saving Time begins.
March 19th Tom Klein, uillean bagpiper, visits Sunday School
Tom Klein Visit
March 19th
We look forward to our annual visit from Tom Klein! Tom will give a demonstration of his uilleann bagpipe to the Sunday School children during Sunday School on this day
LOTI Lutheran Church
2020 W Lake of the Isles Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 377-5095
