Social Concerns - Current Opportunities

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church
952.432.6351 ● 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124 ● Get Directions

2012 Current and Upcoming Collections:

April: HUG Bags
Our pastors and parish nurses distribute bags to women and teens in our congregation, to uplift them in times of sorrow and in times of joy.

Below is a list of the items we are currently accepting. Store purchased items are preferred (4-8 oz). Hotel size and seasonal items will be donated to a local charity. Thank you for your generosity!

body wash/shower gel and lotion (matching sets 4-8 oz)
shower scrubbies/puffs
fuzzy, stretchy socks/slipper socks
nice soaps
individual beverage packets (tea, coffee, cocoa, cider)
coffee mugs
inspirational items (magnets, flip inspirational calendars, crocheted crosses, small angels, bookmarks, notepads, pens, etc)
teen (ages 13-18) focused items (gum, lip gloss, fun nail polish, cute notepads, fun bookmarks)

Social Concerns
Current Opportunities

Shepherd's Sale

Our huge annual event (formerly known as the Garage Sale) will take place Thursday, May 24 - Saturday, May 26. Click here for information on sale times, and what donations we can and cannot accept. Click here to register as a volunteer.

Habitat for Humanity
June 18-22 and June 25-29

We are happy to once again be teaming up with Thrivent Builds as we work on homes in Shakopee. You can choose to work a whole week, or a few days as your schedule permits. All skill levels are welcome and we would love to have you on one of our work crews! Sign up a the Welcome Center or online. Click here to register for June 18-22. Click here to register for June 25-29

Eating Healthy with Local Foods
Saturday, April 21
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Freewill offering
Please register online (so we can plan for food)

Come to this educational luncheon where you will hear presentations from Leiton Larson (Shepherd’s Kitchen Ministry Coordinator) and Loris Sofia Gregory (Fresh & Local Healthy Kitchen Coach). Learn about Farmer’s Markets, buying “Fair Trade,” and the benefits of buying fruits and vegetables as alternatives to common food choices. Hear why and how to shop and enjoy fresh & local, chemical-free food, for less money and effort than you can imagine! Enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Chef Leiton using locally available foods.

Give the Gift of Sight

Lions Clubs International collects old, unwanted eyeglasses for redistribution in developing countries. If you have old eyewear siting around or stuffed in a drawer, please consider bringing them to our
collection box found in the Narthex. Questions? Please contact Sam Heiting at (952) 985-7310.