Sunday, July 6, 2025 @ 9:30am | Rev. Jim Cochrane

Click the "Prayer Request" button to: 1) fill out our Virtual Friendship Pad (this lets us know who is joining us online) and 2) let us know if you have a joy or concern to share with the congregation and/or Pastor Jim.

Are you ready to hike, paddle, race, and laugh your way through one of the most exciting days of the year at Clearwater Forest? Grab your crew and sign up now for the Adventure-a-thon — an unforgettable day of outdoor fun, teamwork, and friendly competition! | Visit https://clearwaterforest.org to learn more and register

On Saturday July 12, 2025 Makoce Ikikcupi will be hosting the 2025 Midsummer Arts Festival at Zani Otunwe, in Granite Falls, MN. For the first time, we are inviting the public to visit our earthlodge village site. There are no modern conveniences at the site. Gate opens at 10:00 am, the event closes at 4:00 pm. Free admission. There will be treats, art and games for purchase (CASH ONLY). We ask that all who attend respect Dakota land, people and ways.

{2522 Marshall St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418} Tanaǧidaŋ To Wiŋ is a Dakota and Ojibwe mother, author, and plant medicine enthusiast. She is also a Water Protector who upholds the traditions of her relative, Háza Íŋyaŋke Wiŋ (Woman Who Runs for Huckleberries or Betsey St. Clair). During the walk, Tanaǧidaŋ To Wiŋ will share about her family’s history and her connections with native plants and local waterways. Visit https://hennepinhistory.org/events/ to learn more and register!

Let’s get together for a mid-summer check-in with Valley friends! Bring a side or dessert to share and we’ll provide the hot dogs & brats. Valley has outdoor games like Connect 4, Giant Jenga, and cornhole, but feel free to bring along your favorite game.

It's time for a summer golf outing at Brightwood Hills Golf Course in New Brighton (1975 Silver Lake Rd NW, New Brighton, MN 55112)! Join Valley friends of all ages for an afternoon of golfing followed by a pizza dinner! | Tee times start at 3:00 PM. Golfers of all skill levels are welcome, and non-golfers should also attend to cheer on the putters! After having some fun on the green, we'll head to Adagio's Pizza Factory (2052 Silver Lake Rd., New Brighton) for dinner sponsored by Family Ministries. | TICKETS: $20 for Adults, $15 for Kids 12 & Under | Tickets include golfing and dinner. A portion of each ticket supports the Youth Education Scholarship (Y.E.S.) Fund | Sign up in the Fellowship Hall or contact the Valley Office to sign up.