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Across the Pastor’s Desk: God gives us free will to follow

My friend, don’t drink the Kool-Aid. Christianity is based upon love, true love. “For God so loved the ...

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Founder of Lutherans in Africa to speak at St. John’s Lutheran Church

All are welcome for a presentation by guest preacher James May at 9 a.m. July 30 at St. ...

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Artist incorporates local topography into new exhibit

The Freeborn County Arts Initiative recently welcomed its July-August exhibit titled “Altitude.” The pieces in this collection were ...

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Across the Pastor’s Desk: Apostle John has much to say

“When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew ...

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Robin Gudal: Forgiveness means chains are gone

“Forgiveness is sweeping our heart of little offenses before they cause BIG problems.” — Finding the Freedom to ...

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Albert Lea churches partnering for vacation Bible school

Collaboration is important for any job, and that is especially true when something couldn’t be done individually. That’s ...

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‘Outlaw country’ coming to Albert Lea

Outlaw country is headed to the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center when Gregg Hall & the Wrecking Ball ...

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Combining art and gardens: Art Center prepares for annual fundraiser

The Albert Lea Art Center’s Art & Garden Tour is July 21 and 22, and Beth Tostenson, artistic ...

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My trip to Perry, Oklahoma Pt. 2

“For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.” — Psalm 91:11 ...

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Across the Pastor’s Desk: Remember God’s sacrifice to us

Sacrifice and freedom can be considered the best of buddies. Where you find one of them, you inevitably ...

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Albert Lea Community Theatre announces season lineup for 2023–24 

Albert Lea Community Theatre has announced its 2023–24 season. ACT will open its 58th season with “Steel Magnolias,” ...

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Across the Pastor’s Desk: Connecting God and July Fourth

We are into the Independence Day holiday and our annual celebration of the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. ...

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New Art Center exhibit brings ‘Grandpa’s Camera’ to life

A picture is worth a thousand words. And it’s photographer Maxwell Brick’s hope that his new exhibit, “Grandpa’s ...

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Churches partner to bring worship services outdoors

First Lutheran and Grace Lutheran churches are partnering for a new experience: outdoor worship. “We started … having ...

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Elton John tribute coming to Marion Ross Performing Arts Center

“Elton John One Night Only — The Greatest Hits” was released over 20 years ago after John recorded ...

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