Annual Vision Meeting Recap
Dear Restoration family and friends,
Last Sunday we held our annual vision meeting and celebrated where God has brought us, leadership team members shared where we are now, and Pastor Rob talked about where he believes God is leading us. We thanked and celebrated Amy Zaffke and Leanne Esch for their service to our leadership team, along with many ministry leaders and teammates who contribute to God’s Kingdom adventure as a part of Restoration Church. Christa Young shared the incredible story of your generosity in the past year. After the worship service, members voted in Therese Carlson and Hilary Sharp as new leadership team members, and approved the 2023-24 budget, which focuses on mission and ministry, a new staff hire and building improvements.
Pastor Rob read 1 Peter 1:3-9 and emphasized the theme of “Living Hope.” He said, “I believe the Holy Spirit is inviting us to live into the hope of Jesus more and more and share the LIVING HOPE of Jesus more naturally and more often, and with more people.” As staff and ministry leaders, we will create opportunities to invite our friends, neighbors, and the greater community to connect with us and encounter the living hope of Jesus. We will also focus on equipping and empowering you all to live into the hope of Jesus and share this living hope.
- Click HERE to watch a replay of the worship service and vision meeting.
- Click HERE to read the Vision Meeting Staff Reports.
To help us to finish the fiscal year strong and fund our mission priorities, you may send a financial gift by June 30. To give now, click HERE.
Thank you for your prayers, partnership and generosity!
With much hope,
Pastor Rob
New Series THIS SUNDAY!
It may be the start of the 4th of July festivities and we can’t wait to worship with you on Sunday at 10am.
Water appears at the beginning of creation and it runs throughout God’s story. A mighty flood brings devastation and renewal across the whole Earth. Moses is saved in a river and the Hebrews are saved through a sea. The shepherd boy David picks up five smooth stones from a stream before facing Goliath. Jonah runs away from God to the great sea and is saved in the sea. Jesus sends his students into a storm on the sea and calms the sea. So many of the Bible’s stories and events take place in, on or near the water. These ancient stories still offer us wisdom, revelation and life for those who are seeking. Come and dive into these stories this summer as we start a new series called Lake Life
Patio Parties in July!Patio Parties are a fun and casual way of getting to know other people from Restoration and live out our values of authentic people and accepting community. Are you interested in being a host for this event? Hosts provide the space (deck, patio, etc.) and beverages. Guests bring an appetizer to share. Hosts can add their own flair: games, music, maybe dance competition (or maybe not). Patio Parties will take place July 20-22. RSVP to host by July 9 click HERE. RSVP to let us know you are interested in attending by clicking HERE. Reach out to connections@restorationcov.org with questions. |
Upcoming Events at Restoration
- Saturday, July 1 | Men’s Bible Study 7:30am
- Sunday, July 2 | In-Person and Online at 10am
- Sunday, July 2 | Middle School Bible Study 6-7:30pm
- Monday, July 3 + Tuesday, July 4 | Office Closed
- Thursday, July 6 | Parents, Park & Popsicle Night at Bunker Hill 6:30pm
- Saturday, July 8 | Men’s Bible Study 7:30am
- Sunday, July 9 | In-Person and Online at 10am
- Friday, July 14 | Women’s Book Discussion Group 7-8:30pm
- Thursday-Saturday July 20-22 | Patio Parties
Outdoor Worship + Baptism Service
August 27 at 10am | Crystal Lake Park, Burnsville, MN
Baptism is a very important spiritual milestone for a person who has come to know and love Jesus Christ. If you have felt God’s call to take this step our outdoor worship and baptism service is a great time to do that. This gives us the opportunity to celebrate with you as a church family and rejoice in this important next step.
Do you have questions about being Baptized? Pastor Rob would love to have a conversation with you! If you have hesitations about being baptized in a lake? We have options! Contact Pastor Rob to start the conversation.
Picnic details coming soon!
SUMMER: Family Ministry
Middle School BIBLE STUDY: 1st and 3rd Sundays from 6-7:30pm at Restoration.
- July 6 // ENTIRE FAMILY Parents, Park and Popsicle Night at Bunker Hill Park 6:30-8pm
- July 28 // STUDENTS: Color War Night 6-8pm Joint Youth Night with our friends at Faith Covenant and Catalyst Church. Students will wear white or light colored t-shirts that can be made colorful with chalk. Val Magnuson will be the adult leader for this event as I will not be able to be there in person. We will meet at church at 5:15pm and leave for the event at 5:30pm. Please RSVP to Paula by July 25.
- August 7-11 // VBS!
I’m truly SO excited for this Summer! If you have questions, call, text or email.
Paula!
CELL: 352.408.8720
EMAIL: paulaherko@restorationcov.org
Online Giving
There’s no time like the present to set up online giving. Online tithing is a way to remain faithful in your giving regardless of worshipping with us in-person or online. Decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. For God loves a person who gives cheerfully. And God will generously provide all you need. We encourage you to consider giving online so that your giving is regular and easy to manage – it’s easy to sign up HERE. You can also Text to Give by texting any dollar amount to 84321.
Pray or Receive Prayer
We’ve made it easy for you to share your prayer requests.
- Send PRAY FOR ME in a text message to: (833) 482-6846.
- Respond to the message and let us know how we can be praying for you.
- We will respond to let you know when you’ve been prayed for.