Messiah's Church Ministries

ABC Thrift Store

The Thrift Store in Washburn is run in partnership by a volunteer
Board of members from Messiah Lutheran, St Louis Catholic Washburn Methodist, and Washburn Assembly of God churches. 
The store has served a need in the community for 24 years and returns all profits to worthwhile service projects in the area. 
This includes discretionary funds for each church to help individuals or families in need.  All workers are volunteers and many are need for each week.  Please consider adding your name to the list of volunteers for this worthwhile organization.

Heaven's Helping Hands

Any one of us may find ourselves need at one time or another.  Your church has caring people who have volunteered to help out with these Heaven's Helping Hands ministries:  Elder Assistance, Meal Ministry, Transportation, and Home Touch Newsletters. They are looking forward to helping where they can.

Justice Seekers

Messiah has a vibrant ministry called Justice Seekers. We endeavor to find peace and follow the teaching of Jesus in our lives, and rely as a guide on Micah 6:8 –

"He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."

We provide monthly educational opportunities for the congregation to learn, including book discussions, speakers and panels, workshops and discussions, studying ELCA social statements. We are focused on the issues and needs of those most oppressed in our communities. Further, we connect our members and participants with other groups in our area who are devoted to specific action related to assisting those groups.​

Church Garden Ministry

This ministry attempts to keep the flower gardens around the church looking good.  There are currently three members who help out with this endeavor. If you like to get your hands dirty and would like to help beautify our gardens, please contact Bob Leis.

Loving Hand Quilters

The Loving Hands Quilters Ministry involves sewing and tying quilts that are given to many in need including graduating Messiah high school seniors and missions around the world. Meets Wed. at 9:00 am; Sept.-May.

Altar Guild

Messiah’s Altar Guild is responsible for preparing the worship
space for services.  This includes preparation for holy communication, preparing the sanctuary, seasonal decorations, etc.  The Altar Guild would like to thank all of those who have donated flowers throughout the year.

Property Committee

This ministry is responsible for maintaining the church and parsonage.  We deal with making recommendations for such things as roof repairs, cleaning and painting.  We also manage the janitorial duties for our church.  Thus far janitorial duties have been carried out by volunteers.  If you would like to volunteer for church cleaning there is a sign-up sheet in the narthex at the front of the church.  We are always looking for creative ways to finance our maintenance projects.  We welcome member participation on our Committee!

Visitation Ministry

Bringing church to those unable to attend by praying, sharing scripture, fellowship and communion is our main focus. Under the leadership of Pastor Kristin, this group received instruction in visitation and administration of Holy Communion. We would like to be made aware of church members and others who would desire a visit.  Please call the church office (715 373-5378) or Mary Cook (715 685-8490).

More Church Ministries

Bible Studies Tuesday
Meet with Pastor Kristin Tuesday afternoons @ 1:30pm.

Prayer Chain
If you have, or know of someone who has a concern, please contact the church office or one of our Prayer Chain initiators.

Darts Ball
Dart ball provides fellowship and fun at different area churches every other Monday at 7:30pm. 

Northern Lights Care Center Ministry  Communion and worship service provided the 1st Monday of the month at 1:30pm at Northern Lights.

Little Free Library
This provides for the sharing of spiritually edifying books.  The box is located outside near the corner of the church.

Food Donations.  Messiah is one of the area churches that covenant with the Brick Food Shelf in Ashland.  Food donations can be dropped off at any time at the church.

Second Tuesday Group
Fellowship and coffee on the second Thursday of each month at North Coast Coffee at 1:00pm.  All are welcome.

Sunday Coffee Fellowship.  Coffee and treats after the church service.  This opportunity for fellowship is appreciated by all that are able to attend.  If you would like to sign up to host, you will find a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.