This event was rescheduled from May 20 due to weather conditions.  This event is rescheduled to August.   The Dwelling Place will participate in this annual international event, sponsored by Nystrom and Associates, on August 5 in Anoka. More information at:  Walk A Mile

Look for The Dwelling Place at Joyful Noise this summer!  The Dwelling Place booth will be located in the Family Zone on Saturday, June 10.  We are pleased to partner with KTIS 98.5 in providing this event to our community.

A complimentary event sponsored by The Dwelling Place for Business and Civic Leaders in our community.

Please note: Due to server maintenance March 31 and April 1,  the registration site will not be available Friday, March 31 or Saturday, April 1.  Registration has been extended to provide access to registration on Sunday, April 2. Thank you.

For more information and to register: Click Here

Location: Faith Christian Reformed Church; 1600 Silver Lake Road, New Brighton, MN

Join a rally in your community on MARCH 7.  More info at http://www.mcbw.org/

Sponsored by the Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women, the Memorial was held at the St. Paul Women's Club on Summit Avenue on January 31.  In 2016, at least 18 women and 3 children/men were murdered in Minnesota due to domestic violence.  The memorial is held in connection with the release of the 2016 Femicide Report provided by the MCBW (link provided on our website.)  Monica Groves, Mission Advancement Director, attended the memorial on behalf of The Dwelling Place.

Mission Advancement Director, Monica Groves, and Director of Programs, Kristen Nelson, will be sharing stories of Christ's transformative in the lives of our women and children at Redeemer Covenant Church on Sunday, January 29th. 

On Wednesday, January 18th, Mission Advancement Director, Monica Groves, will be sharing stories of Christ's transformative love in the lives of those we serve with Substance Moms of Substance Church, Spring Lake Park.

All mothers are welcome! 

On Sunday, January 15th, Mission Advancement Director, Monica Groves, will be sharing stories of God's transforming love in the lives of our women and children with one of our closest friends and partner, Roseville Lutheran Church.

Mission Advancement Director, Monica Groves, shared the annual "Advent by Candlelight" event with the women of Living Christ Lutheran Church in Chanhassen, MN.  They provided a wonderful afternoon with a holiday tea and a beautiful service of music and scripture.  The "Advent by Candlelight" event provided support for The Dwelling Place. Thank you, Living Christ Lutheran Church!

Linda Wiza, Kristen Nelson, and Monica Groves from The Dwelling Place will join with the Presbyterian Women of the Twin Cities at Calvin Presbyterian Church; 177 Glendale Drive; Long Lake, MN 55356 on Saturday, October 15 to address the topic of domestic abuse and violence and to share how God is transforming lives through Christ's love at The Dwelling Place where women and children have a safe place to call home and the support that helps them move toward abuse-free living.

On Saturday, October 15 the Lutheran Women's Missionary Association (Twin Cities) will gather at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Anoka, MN where The Dwelling Place will provide Ministry Updates along with a presentation on the importance of ministry to those who have experienced abuse.

Grace Church (Eden Prairie) will have a team at The Dwelling Place as part of  their BIG SERVE event on Saturday, October 8.  We are so grateful for the support, generosity, and planning to create a more beautiful and safe living environment for the women and children staying with us.  Thank you, Grace Church!

The Dwelling Place ministry will be in the exhibit area at ENGAGE!, the upcoming Minnesota Church Expo sponsored by the Minnesota Church Ministries Association (M.C.M.A) on October 1.  

The Dwelling Place will provide information

• about domestic abuse
• safe shelter and support services
• individual and church partner opportunities

The Dwelling Place is a ministry where we see God transform the lives of women and children through Christ's love.

Please stop by our exhibit table to visit and learn more about The Dwelling Place ministry!

The Dwelling Place will join the congregation at Mercy Commons Covenant Church (formerly Edina Covenant) on Sunday morning, September 18.  Information about The Dwelling Place will be provided during the morning service.  Thank you, Mercy Commons Covenant, for the opportunity to be with you and share stories of God's love and peace!

On June 4th, from 10am to noon, there will be a scarf demo and exchange, with the opportunity to donate clean scarves to the women of The Dwelling Place.

Linda Wiza, executive director of The Dwelling Place, will be sharing about our ministry to those in attendance.

Location:
Gammelgarden Museum
Scandia, Minnesota 55073

Coffee and treats will be served.

Flyer: feel free to print and post, and email to your friends and family. Thank you!

Join the march on May 21, 2016, to help raise awareness about domestic and sexual violence. All proceeds will be donated to the Alexandra House. The walk will take place on May 21, 2016 at 10:00 am at 2015 1st Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303. There are many ways you can participate:

•     Create a walk team with friends and/or co-workers
•     Walk as a family
•     Become a sponsor and exhibitor
•     Volunteer

Registration forms available online at: www.nystromcounseling.com/walkAmile.

On April 9, 2016 Executive Director, Linda Wiza, will speak at the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League Waseca Zone Spring Rally at First Lutheran Church in Waldorf, MN. Conference attendees will collect basic needs for our women and children.

Thanks LWML women! Our women and children thank you for your prayers, love and support!

On Saturday, April 2nd, Executive Director, Linda Wiza, will be speaking at and receiving donations raised from the Lakes Free Church Women's Retreat Silent Auction.  

Many thanks to the women of Lakes for their encouragement and prayers and support! 

On March 8th, Executive Director, Linda Wiza, will be speaking at the Lutheran Women's Missionary League monthly meeting at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Hamburg, MN.

Speakers Bureau member, Amy Christiansen, will be speaking to the senior class of Calvin Christian High School in Fridley in February (date TBD).