OWLs (Older Wiser Lutherans) is the Senior/Retiree's ministry at St Stephen. During the "school year" (September-May) the OWLs group has monthly get-togethers of various types. Sometimes we have a speaker and brunch at the church (like when an expert from White Bear Floral came to talk to us about perfecting our gardens, or when we had an expert talk to us about the Civil War) and sometimes we go out as a group (like when we visited the Holocaust exhibit or went on a paddle boat ride in Stillwater). So if you find yourself with free time and want the company of other OWLs, join us! See the calendar, bulletins, and Steppingstones for details on upcoming events.

Quilters - This group is run by women from our WIM (Women In Ministry) and every year they get together to create a HUGE supply of beautiful, warm quilts to be donated to various organizations/people in need. We meet for full days on Thursdays and Fridays throughout the winter (see calendar/bulletins/Steppingstone for specific dates) to work together to create these heart- and body-warming gifts. If you would like to join us, watch for details - we would love to have you!

Women in Ministry - "Circles" are how the WIM (Women In Ministry) organize ourselves at St Stephen. We have 3 circles which meet throughout the "school year" (September-May). The Ruth Circle meets on the first Monday of each month at 12:30 pm at St Stephen. The Rachel Circle meets the first Tuesday evening of each month at 6:45 pm, at various locations (members' homes, St Stephen - each location is announced the month previous). The Sarah Circle meets on the first Friday of each month at 12 noon at St Stephen in the Library. In addition to the Circles, the Women In Ministry conduct various services projects (they are the ones responsible for funeral luncheons and keeping the kitchen spotless, for example).

Nordic Walking Club is a group of people who practice Nordic Walking (walking - with poles!) throughout the summer and early fall months. The schedule is posted on our calendar, and each bulletin and Steppingstone has information on the upcoming walks. Join us for a healthy, fun way to exercise and fellowship with other walkers!

Bible Studies - During the "school year" there are 4 Bible Studies at St Stephen. We meet:

• Monday mornings at 9:15 am in the Library
• Wednesday mornings at 10 am in the Library
• Wednesday evenings at 6:45 pm in Pastor Sue's Office
• Friday mornings at 10 am in the Library

Faithfully Fit Forever - This is a faith-based low-impact exercise program that is very popular and open to all people of all ages! We would LOVE to have you join us! We meet at St Stephen:

• Tuesday evenings at 5:30 pm
• Thursday evenings at 5:30 pm
• Saturday mornings at 8:30 am