Bags of Love was created in response to the growing number of children in Minnesota removed from their homes by child protection officers. These bags are intended to take care of immediate, basic needs to help during the transition to foster care. Learn more about "Bags Of Love."
On September 20, 2020, Andover SDA Women's Ministries volunteers assembled and donated 94 bagsof "immediate needs" items for foster children in several counties throughSafe Haven Foster Shoppe.
Since 2007, Women's Ministries volunteers have provided a total of 1,734 bags to foster children, mainly in Anoka County. Beginning in January 2018, we partnered with Safe Haven to provide specialized bags to foster children in surrounding counties also.
Monthly meetings have been discontinued to comply with current social distancing guidelines
Revised Meeting Schedule during the Covid Crisis will be posted on our calendar
Andover is home to a diverse group of women, representing various age groups, cultural backgrounds, talents and experiences. Women's Ministries provides an opportunity for Christian fellowship outside the traditional worship hour. Activities are designed to minister to the needs of women in today's fast-paced world. Invite a friend and become part of our supportive network of women.
The G.A.T.E. Date
"BACK TO BASICS": - Rediscover, with fresh eyes, the basics of our faith.
A monthly "date" for women of all ages and backgrounds to Gather, Accept, Teach and Encourage.
Check the calendar page for the complete schedule. Lunch will be served. Held in the Fellowship Hall.
Meets monthly on Sabbath 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Watch for the G.A.T.E. Date to resume when Covid restrictions ease