On Sunday 11/24, 12/1 and 12/8 from 4-6pm, everyone is invited to join us at Mercy to respond to the angel’s invitations shared during the morning’s message. You can attend all 3 or just one. Please let us know you’re coming so we can plan supplies. Childcare is not provided, but kids are welcome.

11/24: Do Not Be Afraid: What happens when we can approach fear with the disarming power of the Holy Spirit? Explore how art can be a tool used to engage with fear and vulnerability. Practice letting go of the “perfect.”  We’ll provide art supplies and refreshments.

12/1: Good News: Can you think of anyone in your life who would love a handwritten note containing some good news? Set aside two hours to intentionally communicate with friends, family, neighbors, or loved ones. We’ll provide the snacks, space, supplies (even stamps!), and a few ideas. We need you to bring your creativity and capacity to love and encourage others with good news this season. Come on your own or bring the whole family.

12/8 Great Joy: Spread the joy of Good News this holiday season with a community outreach of presence. Grab your Growth Group, family, or friends and join us for an hour of caroling at an area nursing home. Meet at Mercy at 4pm for a brief orientation. All ages are welcome.

From Dec 1-22, Mercy is hosting a Holiday Bag Drive for Foster the Love Minnesota. 

Foster the Love MN supports and serves the foster care system of Minnesota. The main way they do this is through providing placement bags for children in foster care. When children are removed from their homes, it’s often quickly and there is little time to grab belongings. Each bag is filled with practical items and items that let the children know they’re not forgotten.

Fill a backpack with the items listed on the sheet and drop it off in the box in the cafe. Instructions can be found //HERE// 

Help us get Mercy decked out in the Holiday spirit for the Holiday Market and the upcoming Christmas season! We’ll be hanging lights, decorating trees, and adding fun and color to the MercyKids space. Dinner & childcare provided.

Wednesday, Dec 4 | 6:30-8:30pm | [UPDATE] Dinner served at 6:00pm

Shop small, eat local and celebrate the season with us! With a great lineup of local & artisan vendors, a free photobooth, family activities, a food truck & live music, there’s sure to be something for everyone.

We also need some help with set up, hospitality, activities & tear down to pull this event off! Let us know if you’d like to volunteer.

Mercy offers Connect Groups, Growth Groups, and Impact Groups to make friends, grow spiritually, and serve our city. If you’re curious to learn what it takes to lead one of these groups, join us at this meeting. Attending is not a commitment to lead. Questions? Contact Community Life Pastor Kelly Mortvedt.

Cookies, fudge, cupcakes, and more- Always more fun when made with others! Join Leya Charles for a Christmas baking instructional event. Each participant will leave with a plate of baked goods.