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Join us in October for our popular Fall Frenzy Quilting Retreats. This retreat has grown so we decided to offer 2 different dates for our quilters who have many projects to complete. Fall Frenzy 1 will be held Monday-Wednesday on October 12-14. The retreat will start at 10 am on Monday and conclude at 3… Read more »

If your heart lights up at the thought of fresh paper, colorful tools, and uninterrupted creative time, then the Passion for Paper & Beyond Retreat at Metigoshe Ministries is calling your name. This cozy, creativity-filled getaway is designed for crafters who simply want space, time, and encouragement to create — all in the company of… Read more »

The Fall Trek is rolling into Nashville, TN on October 3–10, 2026, and you’re invited to join us for an unforgettable week of music, history, and pure Tennessee charm. Traveling by charter bus, we’ll explore some of the city’s most iconic attractions—including the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Johnny Cash… Read more »

Terry and Ann Zeltinger, of Minot ND, have been named as the 2026 recipients of the Metigoshe Ministries Director’s Reflection Award. Members of First Lutheran Church of Minot – and also active in the worship life of Metigoshe Lutheran Church during the summer months – Terry and Ann have lived lives of service both within… Read more »

Mark your calendar for July 15–17—Camp Craft‑A‑Lotta is returning to the Christian Center, and it’s the perfect blend of creative time and classic camp fun. Spend the weekend diving into your favorite projects while also enjoying the simple joys of summer. Think crackling campfires, peaceful pontoon rides, and strolls along our wooded hiking paths. It’s… Read more »

May is here—and that means camp is just around the corner! This summer, we’re preparing to welcome hundreds of hungry campers to Camp Metigoshe, and we need your help to keep our pantry shelves full. By “mothering our camp,” you can donate essential, everyday items that help us serve our campers while also keeping costs… Read more »

We are delighted to share that Loretta Forsberg became our new Retreats Director and joined us in April. Loretta is a North Dakota native, raised in the Kenmare area. She and her husband, John, make their home on a farm near Bottineau. Together they have two sons and their families—one living in Bottineau and the… Read more »

What are some of my favorite phrases to hear you ask? Great question, I’d love to tell you! They would be “Climbing? CLIMB ON!” Why you ask? Another great question! First of all, I would climb anything and everything if I could. I seek out heights and an adrenaline boost any chance that I can… Read more »

As a parent, I wonder who my child is becoming when I’m not watching. Who is shaping them? Will they be given space to struggle, to have courage, to belong? Parents are always wondering what the next right thing is — the right snack, the right amount of screen time, the right activity, the right… Read more »