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Join us to learn about genealogy resources and tools, and to share and connect with others in areas of ancestry and faith.
Questions? Email Coleen
When & Where
2026 Schedule:
- Thursday, May 21
- Wednesday, June 24
- Tuesday, July 21
- Tuesday, August 11
- Thursday, September 17
- Wednesday, October 14
What to Expect
Do you love to bicycle along beautiful traffic-free trails? Join us and bring a friend to our monthly rides. Both experienced and beginning cyclist will find the outings enjoyable as the length of each
ride is designed to be flexible.
We will meet at 10:00 AM at the trail, bike for up to two hours and meet for lunch at a designated restaurant. More information about the trail, lunch plans, and RSVP request will be sent a week prior to each month’s ride.
Helmets are required. In case of inclement weather, we will cancel the ride by 8:00 AM on the morning of the ride.
Questions? Email Phil and Paula Swiggum or Ron and Kathy Carlson
When & Where
2nd Tuesdays of Each Month
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Shepherd of the Valley
What to Expect
This group meets monthly. They recycle when possible, re-purpose with purpose, and reduce so their heirs won’t have to.
Questions? Email Krista
When & Where
4th Thursdays of Each Month (not meeting June - August & December)
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Shepherd of the Valley
What to Expect
Come work out at church – on your brain, that is! Each month we will either learn and focus on a new game or play a favorite the group selects and just have fun and laugh. We’ll play cards and other types of games the group is interested in so feel free to bring your ideas or favorite game. Come and get to know new people, exercise your brain, and learn something new.
Questions? Email Jean or call 952.435.7385 or Gloria or call 763.670.4084
When & Where
Usually the 4th Thursday of each month
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Zoom (2/26, 3/26)
Shepherd of the Valley (4/23, 5/28, 6/25)
What to Expect
The purpose of the Legacy Writing Affinity Group is to support each other as we write regularly about our own lives. We do this writing for future generations, for ourselves, and for others in the Legacy Writing group. When we gather we discuss our writing endeavors. Every month the group is given a writing “exercise” that prompts our writing for the month.
The group meets monthly and is facilitated by retired Lutheran pastor Duane Paetznick.
Questions? Email Duane
When & Where
What to Expect
Mark your calendar & join us for good food and fellowship! Invite a friend to come too!
Questions? Email Rachel or call 952.891.3350
When & Where
Mondays
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Shepherd of the Valley Narthex
What to Expect
…and when life became too frenzied she took up her knitting and breathed a while to the rhythm of the stitches and rows until her smile returned and her mind was calm This group is for those that enjoy doing needlework, knitting, crocheting, or cross-stitching. Bring your project and work while enjoying the fellowship of others.
Although we emphasize knitting and crocheting, all needle arts are welcome.
Perhaps you would like some help with your knitting. Did you knit years ago? This may be the time to restart the knitting hobby. Knitting help will be available.
Questions? Call Jackie Hagen at 952.426.5361
Where & When
Monday & Wednesday mornings
8:30 AM
Amber Fields, 15150 Akron Ave, Rosemount (south of Dakota County Technical College)
What to Expect
SOTV members and friends are invited for fun and fellowship with those who love the sport and those who are looking to try it out. All skill levels are welcome from beginners to veterans.
We are a very welcoming group ready to help others experience the fun of pickleball. Invite a friend! Come for the sport and fellowship.
Bring a pickleball paddle, balls, water. Email Phyllis if you need a paddle and balls to play and/or need to learn how to play.
Questions? Email Phyllis
When & Where
3rd Wednesdays of Each Month
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Global Health Ministries
What to Expect
Meet in the SOTV parking lot at 9:00 AM to carpool, serve from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, then travel home.
Join us at Global Health Ministries (7831 Hickory St NE, Fridley, MN 55432). We will help prepare medical supplies for shipping overseas. Projects include sorting and packing medical supplies, quality control of donated items, inspecting newborn and hospice kits, etc. No medical experience required!
Come as often as you like and are able!
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