Oak Grove Lutheran Church

The parish nurse is an experienced registered nurse who has additional education in parish nursing and is committed to the health, caring and healing ministry consistent with the church's mission. She works in partnership with the pastors, other ministries and volunteers who share their time and talents.
Find out more about our parish nurse program.

Sunday School - Meets 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Sundays during the school year. Open to preschool (age 3) to 6th grade. Contact Kris Brehmer to register.

Vacation Bible School - This summer ministry is open to preschool (age 3) to 6th grade children from the church and the community. Contact the church office to register.

Milestones - These special events celebrate stepping stones along a child's faith's journey from baptism to getting the keys to the car.

Confirmation - For youth in 7th, 8th and 9th grade, this faith formation program meets Wednesday nights during the school year. Students are saying "yes" to their baptism by class lessons, Bible study, prayer, service, retreats and a program for students and family. We believe kids are loved into the kingdom, not only through knowledge, but also through relationships with caring adults who point to Jesus. Contact Pastor Brice for details. For a confirmation schedule, click here.

Youth Mission Trips - Oak Grove high school students cooperate with Bethlehem Lutheran Church in South Minneapolis to serve in many different places, from New York to Wyoming. This summer ministry focuses on the student's faith development through service, Bible study and worship.

Camp Wapogasset - A summer camp for kids in grades 3-11 to learn to be disciples of Jesus. Each year Oak Grove has fund-raisers to help those who otherwise could not go to camp.

Young Life - Camp Castaway is an outreach to Richfield high school students and meets Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Each year, they spend a week at Camp Castaway in northern Minnesota. Contact Pastor Brice for more information.

Boy Scouts - Troop 262 has about 24 boys between the ages of 11 and 18 and 12 adult volunteers and meets Mondays at 7 p.m. in the gym. If you are interested, contact the church office.

Marriage Enrichment - Meets monthly to build and strengthen marriages. There is no membership and it is not therapy, just a great way to build a healthy relationship. For more information, contact Pastor Brice.

Marriage Encounter - A weekend away from home designed to help married persons learn to communicate more intimately with one another in order to deepen and enrich their relationship with each other and with God. For more information, contact the church office.

Cursillo (Via de Cristo) - A weekend experience where the participant is inspired, challenged and equipped for Christian action in home, church and community. The Oak Grove Community meets together quarterly.

WELCA (Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) - Open to women of the church with the intent to serve the congregation and community through spiritual guidance and support.

Circles - These small bible study groups for women meet monthly for study, fellowship and service.

Saturday Morning Men's Bible Study - Invites men to a time of study, prayer and support at 8 a.m. Saturdays in the church library.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study - Open to members and friends from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays in the Fireside Room. No Bible experience is necessary. Contact Pastor Tom for details.

Wednesday Evening Group - Meets at 6:30 p.m. during the school year in the library to pray for Oak Grove members, staff and mission, concerns of the community and world, or any personal needs. All are welcome.

Golden Oaks - Meets on the third Monday (except June-August) for inspiration, education, service, support and recreation. Their meetings consist of speakers, travelogs, and occasional outings. Everyone is welcome.

Chorale - Co-ed. Rehearsals on Wednesday at 7 p.m., beginning in September. Sing at the 8:30 service on the first, second and third Sundays each month, and the 11 a.m. service on the fourth Sunday.

Oak Tones - Men. Rehearsals on the second and fourth Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. Sing as often as possible.

Tapestrees - Women. Rehearsals on the first and third Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. Sing whenever possible.

Children's Choirs - For preschoolers (age 3) through grade six. Rehearse Wednesday evenings between 6:30-7:30 p.m. and perform monthly at worship services and special events.

Instrumentalists and vocal soloists or groups are welcome to use their gifts to the glory of God in the worship at Oak Grove. Opportunities are year-round.

Joy Bells - 16 years+ bell group that meets on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. during the school year. They play at both services once a month.

Spirit Bells - Senior High bell group (invitation only) that meets from 6-6:30 on Wednesday nights, October-April. They play at the 11:00 service 5-6 times during the year, as well as at Confirmation and special occasions.

Faith Bells - 7th-9th grade bell group that meets from 7:30-8:00 on Wednesday nights, October-April. (During Lent, Faith Bells meets after the Lenten service, approximately 8-8:30.) They play at the 11:00 service 5-6 times during the year as well as at Confirmation and special occasions.

Junior Bells - 4th-6th grade bell groups that meet from 6:30-7:00 on Wednesday nights, September-April, alternating with a vocal singing group for this age. They play several times during the school year at the 11:00 service.

Grand Chimers - 1st-3rd grade hand chime group that meets from 7-7:30 on Wednesday nights, September-April, alternating with a vocal singing group for this age. This is a learning group, working on reading music and playing chimes. They play several times during the school year at the 11:00service.

Questions about these groups can be directed to Julie Tvete by leaving a message at the church office.

Visitation Ministry - Volunteers visit people who are homebound or have moved to care centers. Orientation and training are provided. This is a valuable and appreciated ministry to those whose circumstances keep them distant from congregational life.