Bethany Hamilton, professional surfer and inspiration behind the 2011 film Soul Surfer, will share her story at the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center on May 5 at 7 p.m. Presented by the Delta Gamma Foundation/Everson Family Lectureship in Values and Ethics, this event is free and open to the public.​ At age 13, Hamilton survived a shark attack that resulted in the loss of her left arm. Just one month later, she returned to surfing and – within two years – won her first national title. Her resilience and determination have made her a symbol of courage worldwide.​ Now a mother of four, Hamilton shares her message globally: “​I’m devoted to inspiring and equipping you, the next generation, and your families to overcome and live an Unstoppable life.”​

That message is at the heart of her 2019 documentary Unstoppable, which chronicles her journey as one of the world’s top female surfers. She also launched the Unstoppable Living online courses. Soul Surfer, Bethany’s autobiography, was a New York Times bestseller before being adapted into a major motion picture. Hamilton also authored Body and Soul, promoting healthy living, and two children’s books. Through her Beautifully Flawed Foundation, Hamilton supports amputees and youth as they overcome challenges through faith, furthering her mission to inspire lives both in and out of the water.

Join us Wednesday, May 7th at Country Faith Church, 46125 149th Ave, Clearbrook for Ruby’s Pantry, Clearbrook. Our drive-thru distribution will run from 5-6:00pm or until food items are gone. Bring a $25 cash donation and receive a “share” which is an abundance of grocery items that are valued over $100 which varies every month. **Please bring exact change. There is a maximum of 2 shares per vehicle. No registration needed for drive-thru distribution. No boxes needed, everything will be prepackaged for you. Ruby’s Pantry is a pop-up non-profit food ministry serving our rural communities across MN & WI on a monthly basis, hosted by non-profits and made possible by volunteers at each site. There is no income or residency requirement. Questions? Contact Country Faith at 218-776-3367. Find us on Facebook: Ruby’s Pantry-Clearbrook, MN

Additional details:

This distribution will be outside again with the drive thru format. For the safety of our guests and volunteers please read this in its entirety.

• Distribution will start by 5:00pm (could be a tad earlier if ready). Distribution will be held outside in our parking lot with a drive thru system.
• There is no registration necessary.
• We request you have exact change ready ($25 cash per bundle) to give at the front of the line, to limit amount of change needed.
• Do NOT bring your own totes or boxes. Everything will be packaged and ready to go for you. Sorry, there will be no choices or requests honored.
• BE PREPARED – Be sure your trunk/cargo area is emptied and ready to fill. Make sure your trunk or hatch is open and ready to receive your bundle while you’re in line (prior to you getting to the front of the line).
• Please be patient, there may be wait times, we are doing the best we can. If everyone follows the above guidelines, things should flow quickly and smoothly.
• We have the right to refuse anyone who does not follow these instructions.

Thank you so much for your understanding and patience.
God bless you, see you on the 7th of May.

We are excited to announce our 2025 Raffle to raise funds for building homes in our community! A total of 1000 tickets will be sold for $20 for four prizes – A beautiful She-Shed, an awesome Airhead WaterMat, a Premium Ice Fishing Package, and $500 in cash. More details on the prizes can be found below. The prize drawing will be held on May 8, 2025 at our Hammer & Eggs Breakfast at the Bemidji Eagles Club. You do not need to be present to win. Tickets will be sold by Habitat volunteers. You can also use the form below and we will call you.

Beltrami Electric Cooperative to host GreenTouch event Thursday, May 8 at Lake Bemidji State Park.

Beltrami Electric Cooperative is calling on volunteers of all ages for GreenTouch, a volunteer event to help prepare Lake Bemidji State Park for its 2025 season. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, May 8, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

• Volunteers will help rake leaves pick up tree debris, clean windows of picnic shelter and other buildings, trash pickup, highway cleanup and more.
• Youth groups, service clubs, and other organizations are welcome to participate in GreenTouch.
• Volunteers are encouraged to bring a pair of work gloves
• You need not be a Beltrami Electric Cooperative member to volunteer.
• Volunteers will need to check in at the park office for a free permit for the park that day.
• A grilled picnic lunch will be provided for volunteers at 6 p.m.

If you would like to volunteer for GreenTouch, please contact Angela Lyseng at Beltrami Electric Cooperative by calling 218-444-3689, or e-mail alyseng@beltramielectric.com.

Women at the Well – A Ministry for Women ages 16 and over. Thursday, May 8, at St. Philip’s Catholic Church at 6:15pm.

The evening will begin with social time over refreshments, Keynote speaker: Deb Hadley, Finding Hope through Adversity. There will be time for Private Prayer Time. Opportunity for Adoration and Confession will also be available from 8:00-9:00pm.

Deb shares with you her journey of losing two children, and how she is able to handle these tragedies with grace and humility and bring good from her hardships. She will make you cry, laugh, and give you hope for an amazing future.

Deb is from Alexandria, MN, an inspirational speaker, author of the Morning God Boost, Founder of the KT Humble Hearts Foundation, and Servant of the Lord.

Sand Hill Lake Bible Camp will by hosting their 15th Annual Mother’s Day Meal fundraiser on Mothers Day, Sunday, May 11th, from 11:00AM to 2:30PM. RSVP is requested by Wednesday, May 7. Call 218-435-6100 or text 218-280-9370. Email shlbc@gvtel.com. The menu will consist of two meats, potato and vegetable sides, a full soup and salad bar, and dessert. Donations over $15 per meal are tax deductible.

Our annual missions rummage sale to support the ongoing ministries around the world. There will be a variety of items and a concessions style lunch.