Calendar

Dec
15
Sun
Christmas Carol Community Sing-Along @ First Presbyterian Church
Dec 15 @ 3:00 PM

Join First Presbyterian Church of Blackduck for a Christmas Carol Community Sing-Along, Sunday, December 15th at 3:00pm. First Presbyterian Blackduck is located at 23285 Gate Ln NE. Hot cider, chocolate, and Christmas cookies to follow! Everyone is welcome!

Dec
18
Wed
Bemidji Ruby’s Pantry Distribution @ Sanford Center
Dec 18 @ 4:00 PM
The December 2024 Ruby’s Pantry food distribution will take place on Wednesday, December 18th, 2024, at the Sanford Center in Bemidji. Ruby’s Pantry is for anyone that is looking to extend their monthly grocery budget. For a $25 share donation, (exact change is preferred), you will receive an abundance of groceries. There is no income or residency requirement. Guests can attend as many locations each month that work for their schedule. This is a drive thru distribution, beginning at 4 pm. Guests should bring baskets/boxes for shares to be contained in their vehicle. Pre-pay for shares is available and can be purchased at www.rubyspantry.org. Pre-payers choose a time slot to pick up their share. Pre-pay closes at 3 pm on Tuesday, December 17th. Any questions? Email at bemidjirubyspantry@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook at Ruby’s Pantry-Bemidji, MN.
Dec
19
Thu
Grygla Men’s Fellowship Supper @ The Grain Bin
Dec 19 @ 6:00 PM
Grygla Men’s Fellowship will be meeting at The Grain Bin Cafe at 6:00p.m. Thursday December 19th. Thor Didrikson, a young cattleman and entrepreneur will be our featured speaker this month. Come join us, men of all ages, as we worship in song, in the Word, and prayer.
Eph. 6:13 “Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.”
Christmas With Cale & Friends @ Bethel Lutheran Brethren Church
Dec 19 @ 7:00 PM
Welcome in Christmas with Cale Stoltenow and friends with the sounds of Christmas! We gather at Bethel Church in Grand Forks (1616 S. 17th St.) at 7 pm. Christmas goodies to follow!

Dec
24
Tue
Community Christmas Eve Meal @ Thief River Falls Evangelical Free Church
Dec 24 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The Pennington County Salvation Army, TRF Food Shelf, and TRF Free Church are once again offering a FREE community Christmas Eve meal from 11am to 1pm. Join us for meatballs, mashed potatoes, vegetables, a dinner roll, and dessert. In-person, delivery, and pickup options are available.
Sign up for a meal at TRFChristmas.com
Let’s unite as a community and celebrate Christmas together!

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols @ Evangelical Free Church of Bemidji
Dec 24 @ 6:00 PM

Experience the story of the fall of humanity, the promise of the Messiah, and the birth of Jesus is told in nine short Bible lessons from Genesis, the prophetic books, and the Gospels. The program also includes singing of Christmas carols, handbell choir, special music, worship team, and a choir anthem.
The community is invited to join in this worshipful evening.

Jan
4
Sat
Full Gospel Men’s Prayer Breakfast @ Beltrami Electric Conference Room
Jan 4 @ 8:00 AM

The Bemidji Full Gospel Men’s Prayer Breakfast will be held Saturday, January 4 in the Beltrami Electric Conference Room (4111 Technology Dr NW). Starting at 8am, there will be a light breakfast followed by a time of music and the sharing of testimony. This month’s featured speaker is Jeyshua Bush.

Jeyshua’s bio:

My name is Jeyshua Bush, I am 27 years old and a lover of Jesus. I have 3 siblings, a brother-in-law and a niece who is almost 2. We have
lived in Bemidji my entire life. My parents brought us to church, revival meetings, Bible studies and our family has been involved with ministry as long as I can remember. I think I was around 5 when I asked Jesus into my heart.

In the past few years, I have helped with singing, leading worship, and taking the lead at various college age ministry groups. I also lead worship at my church. Currently I am working at Cass Lake Elementary as a para educator in a Sped room. I am thankful to have a Christian principal who encourages the staff to share God’s light and love with the students.

Outside of work I enjoy hanging with my family, being outside, playing various sports and chilling with my friends. I also enjoy Bible studies. Currently I am leading a men’s Bible study with mostly young adults attending. I also enjoy coordinating/organizing events. One of my favorites was the 50-hour worship tent in Bemidji. My goal is to continue event coordinating, raising up leaders in Christ, and hopefully igniting a spark that spreads to the world.

Jan
18
Sat
March for Life @ Beltrami County Courthouse
Jan 18 @ 12:00 PM
Join the March for Life on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 12:00 noon at the Beltrami County Courthouse (600 Minnesota Ave NW). March for justice! 67 million unborn babies have been killed nationally since 1973, 750,000 in Minnesota alone. March for women! Millions of women have been injured physically, emotionally and spiritually by abortion. Bring the whole family and bring your signs (some will be provided)! Soup and sandwich lunch to follow at St. Philip’s Social Hall.

 

Jan
24
Fri
Puzzle Palooza Night @ Erskine Community Center
Jan 24 @ 6:00 PM
Freedom Christian Academy is putting on a community event in Erskine. We are doing a puzzle night. Each team will get a puzzle and the first 3 teams to finish will win a cash prize. There will be drinks and snacks provided. We ask that teams RSVP by January 13th. Teams can RSVP by texting Amber at 218-280-6311. All proceeds benefit FCA students. Entry fee is $25 per person, pay at event or online at https://givebox.com/525025

Feb
8
Sat
Snowball Fundraiser @ Beaux Arts Ballroom
Feb 8 @ 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Bemidji State University Ballroom and Swing Dance Clubs Snowball Fundraiser Press Release Announcement

“Bemidji State University’s Ballroom and Swing Dance clubs invite you to Snowball, a night of dinner and dancing at the Beaux Arts Ballroom February 8th, 2025 from 5-11pm. If you enjoy dressing up, fine dining, great live music, and the best dancing around, then the BSU Snowball is the perfect mid-winter activity to gift yourself or a loved one! Valet, coat check, and dance showcases by students also provided.

Proceeds go towards the BSU Ballroom and Swing clubs. Get your tickets now at https://bsualumni.org/snowball. The registration deadline is January 20th, 2025, so don’t miss out on this wonderful tradition! BSU Snowball: Dance and dine with us!”