“We love to have fun with our audiences and get them involved with us as much as we can use music as our vehicle. We lead worship at various churches, currently in the Pine City area. We have also performed twice at the Pine County Fair, last year at the Crossroads Chapel, and in a variety of other venues,” one group member said. “We are looking forward to seeing where God will lead us and trust that he will provide financing for the production of our first CD.”

Evidence is available for leading worship, special music, providing entertainment at events such as brunches, dinners, conferences, benefits, weddings, funerals, etc. For more information or to book this group, please contact Caron Peters at (320) 629-1211 or e-mail EvidenceLLC@msn.com.

Crossroads is pleased to have Evidence perform at the Chapel on Monday, August 25, 1:15-2:30 p.m.


Devotion
Devotion is a “Spirit-led, Spirit-filled” group of six women who seek to honor God and bless others with their musical and personal gifts. This energetic ensemble from Champlin United Methodist Church offers a unique blend of traditional and contemporary praise and worship music, as well as original works composed by members of the group. The variety of music is uniquely woven with Scripture and reflective commentary to guide listeners into the presence of God in a powerful, worshipful way.

“Our music is different than what you might expect from a group such as ours,” offers Devotion director Kay Roberts. “We integrate a variety of styles, instruments, and arrangements and focus on message-filled lyrics that clearly convey God’s amazing love and grace.”

Devotion has been joyfully singing together for several years, as evidenced by the unity of the group and its rich, seamless harmonies. The group’s devotion to praise and worship, promoting spiritual growth, and sharing the joy of the Lord is apparent in each and every offering.

The members of Devotion are: Kay Roberts (director), Kerry Bolles, Julia Brown, Cindy Faas, Kathy Rosenow, and Geralyn Sorensen.

Devotion is available to design and offer thematic worship experiences, retreats, community and holiday gatherings, or other events at your venue. For booking information, please contact business manager Kathy Rosenow at (763) 226-6189 or by e-mail at kctrosenow3@msn.com.

Devotion will be performing at the Chapel on Monday, August 25 from 3-4:30 p.m.


Janelle Jakubowski & The Remnants
Janelle Jakubowski & The Remnants have served together for the past decade as the Worship Arts Band for the “Rekindling Your Spirit” conferences that are held right here in the Twin Cities.

For the past 15 years, Janelle has served as Worship Arts Director for a variety of ministries including, United Methodist Church, Rekindling Your Spirit and Church of the Open Door, as well as leading worship and concerts for retreats, churches and special events.

As a singer/songwriter, Janelle’s music has been used in many venues including, New York-based “Restoring The Heart Ministries” Wildflowers Project, aiding those in recovery from sexual abuse and post-abortion trauma.

A gifted producer as well, Janelle has overseen a variety of live productions and recording projects in the Twin Cities. Professional excellence richly infuses the folk-rock style of her debut solo album, “In The Light of You.”

Janelle’s anointed lyrics and passionate vocals draw audiences into a profound and personal worship experience.

The band members of The Remnants include: Dale Oppenheimer, Duane, Beth and Nathan Lunsford, John-Michael Jakubowski, Clyde Ceroll, Todd Handeland and Holly Wicklund along with a handful of other Twin Cities musicians that fill in from time to time.

You can catch Janelle & The Remnants schedule on www.myspace.com/janellesings for booking information or to purchase a CD go to www.janellesings.com.

Janelle Jakubowski & The Remnants, a favorite at the Chapel, will be performing on Wednesday, August 27, 7-8:30 p.m.


Mike Magnuson
Mike Magnuson is a member of The Happiness Four Ministry, Inc., which consists of the Magnuson family. The Magnuson family immigrated to the United States from Sweden, and now resides in Mora, Minn. For the past 29-1/2 years, Mike and his family have traveled around the country in full-time service, sharing the Gospel through Christ-centered message, music and ministry. The ministry is interdenominational.

The Happiness Four started in Sweden in 1968, when three brothers and one sister started singing in their father’s church. After moving to the U.S. in 1972, the ministry continued on a part-time basis until Feb. 12, 1979, when God called the whole family into full-time ministry.

In August of 1983, Sam (oldest brother) passed away, and then in July of 1996, Dave (middle brother) passed away, and just recently in November of 2007 Bertil (dad) passed away. Their wonderful addition to the ministry is greatly missed.

Noomie (sister) now lives in Forest Lake, Minn., with her family and is still a great part of the ministry. At this time, The Happiness Four consists of Mike (youngest brother) who sings. He is the leader and also shares his personal testimony. Mike’s wife Lynette and his mom Mona also travel with Mike and share their testimonies of God’s faithfulness in their lives. Mike has recorded several recordings over the years with his family and has also recorded three solo CD’s.

Mike Magnuson will perform on Senior’s Day, Thursday, August 28 from 1:15-2:30 p.m.


Garrett and Andrea Novak
This western Wisconsin couple travels around the Midwest sharing a musical message of hope, encouragement and restoration in Jesus Christ! They share tight vocal harmonies, rich times of worship and stories of God’s faithfulness in intimate worship or full concert settings.

Years before they met, God was taking them in directions that were incredibly similar. Both Garrett and Andrea were music majors in college, but then each headed in a different direction. Garrett spent nearly 20 years in broadcasting (including 10 years in Christian Radio), was a youth pastor and part of several Christian musical groups and worship teams. Andrea worked in children’s and music ministry and is a Registered Nurse. God brought their “blended” family of eight together in 2002. By His grace, they are a testimony to the fact that he truly is the God of second chances. Each day is an incredible “adventure in Jesus!”

For men’s, women’s, family and youth retreats, church concerts, Bible camps, coffeehouses, community outreach, Garrett and Andrea can even emcee your special event. They work with non-denominational youth ministries, lead worship for western-Wisconsin area Women of Faith rallies, and share a message of encouragement to youth and families as they share God’s amazing love story and hope of restoration in him.

They have gone through some incredible “valley experiences,” but God has been faithfully walking beside them through it all.

“It’s an amazing adventure to follow Christ—and when you live for him with reckless abandon, you will realize with God anything is possible!” Garrett said. “There are many Christians who have ‘scars’ and have never healed fully, just ‘going through the motions’ of life. Scars aren’t something horrible … just a reminder that you went through something and survived. Remember the scars of the one who loves you so much he gave his life for you.”

For booking information visit www.talltimberministries.com, or call (715) 559-7515.

Garrett and Andrea Novak will be leading the worship music for the Sunday services on August 31 (7:45, 9:30 and 11 a.m.) as well as performing at the Chapel at 1-2:30 p.m.

Garret also sings with the group, Sequoia, who will be performing at 5-6:30 p.m. on the same day.


1st Corinthians
1st Corinthians is a Twin Cities Christian band spreading the Message through contemporary praise and worship. The group originated in August of 2006, when Duane Ward, from Shakopee, Minn., brought to life his vision to introduce upbeat Christian music to venues throughout the area that have not experienced this style of worship towards God.

Fulfilling their mission, the band has shared worship with the residence’s at The Commons in Eagan during their Saturday morning service; played two years at the MN Church Expo in Brooklyn Park; will be playing Labor Day for the second year at Crossroads Chapel at the Minnesota State Fair, and are regular worshippers in the lineup at Northwestern Book Store’s coffee shop in Burnsville. The group also volunteers for worship leadership at various Twin Cities church’s events, including picnics, services, etc.

Another venue the band has been blessed by is the service at the Women’s Correctional Facility in Shakopee. 1st Corinthians plays at the prison once per quarter, through the InnerChange Freedom Initiative (IFI) program. During the service, inmates are able to come together to hear the Word of God through teaching and music.

“For 1st Corinthians, it is a chance to share some of the light, joy, and peace that can only come from a relationship with the Savior. It is the band member’s hope that they are making a difference in people’s lives by sharing their gifts through worship.”

1st Corinthians is a full band consisting of two guitars, bass, keyboard, drums and three vocals.

The original members of the band had all worshiped together at various times on teams at Friendship Church in Prior Lake/Shakopee. Over time, participation has changed and now includes members from a variety of area churches including Friendship Church, Cedar Valley Church in Bloomington, and The House in Burnsville.

The music consists of songs, and an environment, that engages worshippers of all ages to connect with the Holy Spirit through praise.

The team plans to continue to grow their ministry throughout the community for as long as God paves the pathway.

To schedule the band for an event, contact Kristy Mahoney at (612) 990-6052 or krissm63@hotmail.com.

1st Corinthians will be performing twice (9:45-11 a.m. and 11:30-12:45 p.m.) on Labor Day, Sept. 1.


Sunday, Aug. 24 Worship Services: 7:45, 9:30 & 11 a.m.
Worship music is led by Galilee Baptist Church. Galilee is located in Circle Pines, Minn. The church’s desire is to be a family of faith that reflects God’s love to one another, the community and back to God.

For more information visit us at galileechurch.org.

The Aug. 24 sermons will be given by Pastor Mike Wallman. Pastor Mike and his wife, Marlys, have been serving the Hayden Heights Baptist Church for five years.

Before coming to HHBC, he was a chaplain in the U.S. Army and served posts in Germany and the U.S., retiring from active duty at the Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. Before entering active duty, Pastor Mike served churches in Minnesota for 12 years and is ordained with the Evangelical Free Church of America.

Mike and Marlys have been married for 42 years and have three children and six grandchildren. Mike is a graduate of Crown College and Bethel Theological Seminary.

Together they enjoy life and marvel that God’s grace has so richly blessed them. Their purpose in life is to “bless the Lord,” as in Psalm 103, “Bless the Lord, oh my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name.”


Sunday, Aug. 31 Worship Services: 7:45, 9:30 & 11 a.m.
This Sunday’s worship music will be led by Garrett and Andrea Novak.

The sermon is presented by Pastor Dan Holmes. A lifelong Minnesotan, Dan was born in St. Paul and was raised during his school years in Rochester, Minn. After high school graduation in 1972, he attended Bethel College, pursuing a variety of interests academically while playing four seasons of Bethel football. He graduated in 1981 with a “reluctant” degree in history and minors in music and philosophy. Then followed some part-time study at Bethel Theological Seminary.

In 1990, Dan accepted a pastoral call to minister in small town rural Minnesota and served two congregations in the south central and north central parts of the state. From 1999 to 2004 he served as the pastor of an inner-city mission church in South Minneapolis. 

Dan has been involved with the Christian Deer Hunters Association since 1997, and he has been a member of the Executive Board since 1999 as Executive Outreach Chaplain. He enjoys being able to encourage and challenge men and women to make creative and effective use of Christian Deer Hunters Association literature as witness tools.


Dan and his wife, Debbie, have been married since 1974. They have raised four children and have one granddaughter.