Main Office: 952-432-6351  Hours: M-F, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Education & Youth Office: 952-432-6385

Weddings

Funerals 

Baptisms

New Members 

Event Registration

KidCare & Nursery

Library  

Newsletters 

What's New with You? 

Church Council  

Audio Sermons

Snow/Cold Cancellation

Spotlight Ministries

Baptism forms must be completed prior to scheduling a baptism. Forms are also available at the Welcome Center.

To schedule a baptism, please contact Chris Merle at 952-985-7317 one month in advance.

Baptism Class                                          
A one-hour baptism class*, led by Pastor Mary Lund, is offered every first Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM. Register online for the Baptism Class.

Parents are welcome to bring babies to class as childcare is not available.

*This class is required only for families preparing for their first baptism at SOTV.

New Member Classes
Would you like to become a member of our church or investigate it further? Join us for information about our church mission and the many opportunities for involvement in church activities.

Each new member class series is held on three consecutive Tuesday evenings 7:00-8:30 PM. On the weekend following the class, new members are received into the congregation at one of the worship services. No registration is necessary and childcare is provided.

Upcoming sessions:

• August 5, 12, 19, 2008 with reception weekend on August 23/24.

• October 21, 28, Nov 4, 2008 with reception weekend on November 8/9.

• January 6, 13, 20, 2009 with reception weekend on January 24/25.

• April 14, 21, 28, 2009 with reception weekend on May 2/3

For additional information please contact Lori Bullock.
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Wedding Plans
The pastors at SOTV believe entering into marriage and planning the wedding ceremony deserve careful preparation. As such, SOTV requires a minimum of six months for the booking and planning for your wedding. Also, either the Bride and/or the Groom must be a member of SOTV.

For more information, please contact our Wedding Coordinator, Jill Johnson at 952-985-7381 or jill.johnson@sotv.org to begin the wedding planning process.

We look forward to working with you at this very special time!         
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Funerals
Contact: Lori Bullock at 952-985-7324 or lori.bullock@sotv.org                   top

Event & Program Registration
Some events/programs offer online registration. You can also register at church. The Welcome Center in the narthex takes registrations on the weekends during worship hours or stop by the main office 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday.

KidCare & Nursery Information
Contact: Jeanne Mikulski at 952-985-7357

For programs other than worship, Shepherd of the Valley’s KidCare provides childcare for children ages 6 weeks -12 years old.
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. To register for KidCare please click here.

Nursery is available for no charge during the Saturday and Sunday worship services for children ages 6 weeks - 3 years old.  
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Yes, we have a NEW library at SOTV!
Perhaps you were not aware that we have a NEW library at our church. It’s true. It is in the Shepherd Room – right next to the Music Room. Stop by to CHECK IT OUT!             
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SOTV Procedures for Snow/Cold Cancellation
If School District 196 closes because of snow or cold, Shepherd of the Valley will cancel children’s and youth classes and events. Please check the SOTV website for the status of any activities or events for that day.
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Sermons on CD Ministry
If you have enjoyed a sermon or worship service, SOTV offers a copy of the service on CD. To reserve a copy, sign up at the Welcome Center. Suggested donation is $2.                          
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What’s new with you?
New e-mail, change of home address, new phone number, new baby, new spouse? Please e-mail infochange@sotv.org with your news— join us in the effort to keep up with you.                               
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Newsletter Guidelines
Contact: Marianna Smith at 952-985-7326 or marianna.smith@sotv.org

Weekly News for the Flock:  All articles must be submitted by Tuesday noon the week before you want your ad to run. If not received by 12:00 PM, it will run the next week. All articles may be edited for space and timeliness. We suggest 40 words or less to honor all requests.

Bi-monthly News for the Flock: Deadline is the 1st of the month prior to the publication.
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Spotlight Ministries & Temple Talks
Each weekend throughout the year, a church group is featured as the “Spotlight Ministry.” Tables are set up in the narthex area, providing detailed information about each ministry. Keep your eyes open, as there are new and exciting events featured each weekend. If your church group would like to reserve a table or one of the limited temple talk spots, contact Lori Bullock at 952-985-7324 or lori.bullock@sotv.org.  
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