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We are excited to start our Fall Bible Study: He who has promised is faithful. Every week we will focus on a promise of God from a story in scripture.

This fall, we will be going through a video teaching called Experiencing God In Every Day Life. We will meet from 6:30-8pm at the Hastings Campus on Wednesday nights, starting September 23rd.

Calming the Anxious Heart is an 8-week course taught by Licensed Therapist Mike Kerstetter. We will be meeting Wednesdays starting September 23rd from 6:30-8 pm at the Rambling River Center. Kids programming is offered at the Community Corner for kids ages K-5th grade at the same time. Childcare will be provided at the Rambling River Center

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE IS AUGUST 31ST.
Grab friend and join us in Rochester for a 2 day women's conference! It is a fun filled conference in Rochester with dynamic and engaging speakers. This year for Thrive, there are many great discounts on the registration fee. If this is your first time attending, you can receive a discounted ticket for $20!

Here are the steps for registration:

1. Conference Registration - the registration link below
- Select Join a Group
- Select Join Existing Group
- Select Homestead Community Church from the drop down menu
- Enter passcode homestead
- Select your ticket type (ie. first time, volunteer, regular)

2. Reserve your hotel reservation. We have a block of rooms reserved at the Indigo Hotel in downtown Rochester. Use the specific link to be part our block reservation

3. If you have any questions please contact Pastor Megan Merricks at 651-485-5218 or megan@homesteadcc.org

Hi, I'm Merredith! I'm a wife and mom of four—almost all teenagers now, so I've definitely got my hands full! I stayed home with my kids when they were little, and now that they're older, I've gone back to work full-time in a role with a flexible schedule. Over the years I've had the opportunity to lead and coach individuals professionally, which has given me a real passion for helping others grow. My faith journey has been anything but conventional—I didn't grow up in a Christian home, but I've been walking with the Lord and growing in my faith for over 20 years, and I love encouraging others wherever they are in theirs. I'm excited to get to know women in our church and would love to lead a book study, dive deep into scripture together, or spend some focused time in prayer—whatever would be most meaningful for us as we grow together!   

Hi my name is Mandi Ison! I’ve been married to my husband, Jesse for 19yrs. We have 5 kids Max,21 Madden,19 Addi and Bella, 16 and Karlin 10. I’ve homeschooled up until this last yr and now I’m balancing working PT and the older kids phase. I’m passionate about connecting with other woman. Sitting in the realness of life with them. Helping them find joy in the hard times and living a Christ focused life.

I used to think that seasons came and went. Some hard and some good. But then the hardest season of my life came and shook my faith. I kept hearing God say wait on me. Sit with me and know that I am God. In this season God revealed to me that even during the hard seasons there is still Joy. Joy in the Lord. Joy in the blessings. Hard and good seasons go hand in hand. It’s  what you do during the hard seasons that can either bring you closer to God or bring you far away.

Finding this joy comes with staying in community with other woman that lift you up. Serving others to show Christs love. Praying together. Knowing Gods character and diving deep into the word. Let’s grow in our faith together so that we are strong in the waiting ,have Joy in the hard and good seasons  and grow together in our faith!

Hi! My name is Molly Jahn (pronounced like “yawn”)! I’ve been married to my husband, Jeremy, for 5 years, and together we have three beautiful girls—17, 4, and 2. Most importantly, I’m a devoted follower of Jesus. My relationship with Him is the most important part of who I am and the foundation I want my life to be built on. I want to share what God has put on my heart with other women by creating intentional and meaningful relationships. Connecting with women in all seasons and walks of life brings me so much joy. God did not create us to do life alone. I was a single mom for 8 years so I know firsthand the importance of having women in your corner who will pray with you, encourage you, laugh with you, and walk alongside you through both the hard and beautiful seasons of life is crucial. I cherish relationships where you can be completely yourself—open, honest, vulnerable, and messy while still feeling loved and accepted. We need women who point us back to Jesus, challenge us to grow, and bring joy, laughter, and fun into our lives. I’m so excited to be part of this mentorship, build genuine friendships, encourage one another, and grow together in our faith!

Kristie is passionate about her family, Jesus, and her community! She especially loves to help people find their gifts and begin using them for God. This group will focus on those in their 20's & 30's who are wondering what God has for them - especially those who are feeling called to do more for the Kingdom and are seeking direction for the future. 

Ann is a wife, mom, grandmother and great grandmother, a daughter and caregiver, musician and administrator, and a ministry wife. She has walked through many seasons in life and knows the challenges each one presents. Her current season is learning to navigate life as a widow after 53 years of marriage. Ann’s verse for this season is Isaiah 30:15: ‘In quietness and confidence is your strength.’ Her passion is helping women realize that seasons come and go and to have the assurance that God is faithful in every season. Choosing to walk closely with Him will bring the wisdom, confidence, and strength needed to make it through every season of life.
 
Nancy is a woman who loves Jesus and is passionate about encouraging others in their faith. As an extrovert she is energized by people and thrives on building meaningful relationships throughout her life. She has embraced a number of roles in her life including wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, friend, and widow. She enjoyed a 43 career as a flight attendant and developed a deep love for people and travel. She feels called to walk alongside others, pointing them to Jesus through life’s joys, hardships, and everything in between. A common phrase you may hear from her is “feel the feelings” which is a reminder that acknowledging our emotions is an important part of the healing and growth process. She came into a new and deep awareness of this when she became a widow in 2023 after 46 years of marriage. Nancy loves cheering people on, offering support, and helping others find hope in Christ.