Weekly rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7:45 pm in the Library.
We are preparing weekly anthems as well as looking ahead to music for
Lent and Easter.
Pickup Choir is March 15 at 9:00 am
New singers are welcome!
Join us!
Ready to think about and plan some summer fun? We are! Joel Legred, Executive Director of Luther Park in Danbury, WI will be coming on March 1 to share the fun opportunities for our youth Grades 1-12. Go to www.lutherpark.com for registration and more information about this great summer option for our youth (type carefully to make sure you are at the Danbury, WI Luther Park!)
Director of Music
After four months of weaving together organists and choir director, we are delighted to announce that the Church Council has hired and appointed a Director of Music for Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church, Dr. Kris Rizzotto. Kris played on both the organ and piano for the Council, and rehearsed with the choir. Dr. Rizzotto has demonstrated their ability to lead from both the piano and organ, and bring to the church a unique blend of music, history and heritage.
Latvian Brazilian organist Dr. Kris Rizzotto received a doctorate from the University of Oklahoma, a Master of Music from East Carolina University, and a Bachelor’s degree from the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro.
Dr. Rizzotto graduated with a degree in piano performance in 2010, Magna cum Laude and performed as a concert pianist in Brazil. Kris attended East Carolina University in North Carolina, as an exchange student sponsored by the Brazilian Ministry of Education. Once back in Rio to graduate, Kris was nominated as the organist of the city’s Benedictine Abbey, which houses one of the oldest organs in South America. Dr. Rizzotto returned to East Carolina University in 2011 for the Masters degree program in organ performance and sacred music, which is also where Kris met their Brazilian born wife, Dr. Clara Rizzotto. After completing the master’s degree in North Carolina, Kris pursued the Doctor of Musical Arts degree (DMA) at The American Organ Institute at the University of Oklahoma, in Norman, Oklahoma, where they studied under Dr. John Schwandt. Interestingly, our former organist, Kenny Vigne, studied with John Schwandt, as well.
For the past 3 ½ years, Dr. Rizzotto has served as the organist and choirmaster at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Golden Valley. Dr. Kris and Dr. Clara Rizzotto married in Alaska in 2015 and are now the proud parents of Kristian Walter, born in June 2017.
Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church has provided a meal for 40 the first Friday of every month for many years. This is a wonderful opportunity for families or a group of friends to work together!
Thanks to Kathryn Anderson for serving on January 3.
Sign up to volunteer for an event in 2020!
- FEB – Rick Gripentrog, Hans Madland, Janna & Arden Haug
- MAR – Mechels & Amann Families
- APR – Mary Knoblauch & Marty Carlson
- MAY – Chanda & Lars Olson
- JUN –
- JUL –
- AUG –
- SEP –
- OCT –
- NOV –
- DEC – Cheri Moe & Family
Contact Cheri Moe or phone (952) 431-5226 for more information.Recipes are provided.
Thrivent members are eligible to apply for a Thrivent Action Grant to cover the cost of the meal and purchase supplies for Our Saviour’s Shelter continuing needs.
Donation of the grant by Thrivent members, who are unable to make the meal, is much apprecitated! (4-6 weeks lead time)
If you have not served the meal, feel the cost is more than you can comfortably contribute, or would like to work with others, contact Cheri Moe or Linda Nelson. You will be connected with others for a shared, enjoyable experience. oscs-mn.org
Candlemas
Sunday School children will process in worship February 2 for Candlemas. Family routine will be the same on this day, however, the children will gather in the back of the Sanctuary after Communion for the candle processional.
Sunday School Fundraiser
The Sunday School kids will be making Valentine’s Day gifts for all to purchaseafter worship on February 2 and 9.($5 or $10)
The proceeds will be used to help offset the cost of supplies needed for our Service Day on March 22.
Thanks in advance for your support of our kids!
Fastelavn
Fastelavn will be celebrated after worship February 23, in the Fellowship Hall. Kids are welcome to bring their own costumes or use the ones provided after worship for some fun festivities. Bring your strong arms to try and break open the “kitty”. Candy is sure to follow!
Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church has provided a meal for 40 the first Friday of every month for many years. This is a wonderful opportunity for families or a group of friends to work together!
Thanks to Cheri Moe & Family for serving on December 6.
Sign up to volunteer for an event in 2020!
| JAN 3 | Kathryn Anderson | JUL 3 | |
| FEB 7 | Janna, Arden & Pauline Haug | AUG 7 | |
| MAR 6 | SEP 4 | ||
| APR 3 | OCT 2 | ||
| MAY 1 | NOV 6 | ||
| JUN 5 | DEC 4 | Cheri Moe & Family |
Contact Cheri Moe or phone (952) 431-5226 for more information.Recipes are provided.
Thrivent members are eligible to apply for a Thrivent Action Grant to cover the cost of the meal and purchase supplies for Our Saviour’s Shelter continuing needs.
Donation of the grant by Thrivent members, who are unable to make the meal, is much apprecitated! (4-6 weeks lead time)
If you have not served the meal, feel the cost is more than you can comfortably contribute, or would like to work with others, contact Cheri Moe or Linda Nelson. You will be connected with others for a shared, enjoyable experience. oscs-mn.org
Weekly rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7:15.
We are preparing for weekly anthems as well as looking ahead to music for Lent and Easter.
New singers are welcome!
Join us!
We welcome all who would like to join us on Tuesdays from 9:15-10:00 am in the Christy Room. Questions? Contact Janna Haug, Debra Gilroy , or LInda Nelson
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:00 am for Bible Study. The informal study explores the Letters of St Paul. And yes, coffee and treats are a part of every Wednesday morning.
Pastor Arden’s 2020 Tour has 4 places remaining…
Featuring the Oberammergau Passion Play as well as
Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany & the Czech RepublicJune 21- July 3, 2020
