About us
Faith
Faith is the cornerstone of our church. It is part of every activity that we do, every meeting that we hold. We believe in our Lord, and that our actions are a reflection of his goodness.
Scripture
We look to the Lord for guidance in our lives. In Scripture, we find all that we need to guide us in the right path. Reading and understand Scripture helps us all live meaningful lives.
Community
Join us. We welcome each and every one of you to encounter the Lord's unconditional love with us. Inside each of us is a purpose and meaning to be fulfilled by God.
Youth Group
Youth is a unique period of life, one filled with exploration, discovery, excitement and fulfillment. The Church Youth Group provides a nurturing, loving environment for young people exploring the world. It is a safe place where faith guides exploration and self-discovery.
Children's Ministry
Sunday School is held from September till May of the following year. We meet at 9:00 AM for pancakes in the fellowship hall. Sunday school continues at 9:15 AM each Sunday for Pre-School through High School aged children. Typically, Sunday School sings the second Sunday of the month. For more specific updates about Scandia Sunday School, please search Scandia Lutheran Sunday School Teachers/Parents to find the group on Facebook.
We would love to have you join us!
Confirmation
Our Confirmation Students meet each Wednesday after school from 5:30 - 6:30 pm (7th) 6:30 - 7:30 PM (8th) during the school year. Student's are encouraged to begin the 2 year confirmation program when they are in 7th Grade.
At the beginning of the year the student's receive a Prayer Partner. The Prayer Partner is a member from the congregation that would like to pray for the Confirmation Student.
Each Confirmation Student is required to complete 15 Sermon Outlines during each year and also Acolyte during Worship Service. Sermon Notes form is attached below.
Students are also required to memorize the 10 commandments and their meanings as well as the Lord's Prayer and the Apostles Creed.
Vacation Bible School
Each year, Scandia holds Vacation Bible School for all who wish to come. VBS is TBD for 2025. Free for all kids but you have to register by July 1st. You will need Insurance #, Dr. & Dentist name & phone number. Emergency contact & number. Please fill out form below. Any problems or questions call the office & I can help you. Volunteers needed finished 8th grade to 100 yr!!
Adult Sunday School
Led by Brent Ashby
All adults are welcome to come join us dive into the word of God. Brent's bible study is at 10:30 am 1st and 3rd Saturday morning of the month.
Mens Bible Study
Most Saturday mornings at 8:00 am, Scandia men are invited to join in breakfast, bible study, and Christian fellowship. For more information, contact Brent.
Adult Choir
Scandia's Adult Choir meets every other Sunday opposite of Adult Sunday School. Adult Choir attempts to sing once a month. Come and share a joyful noise led by Kyla Knutson.
Youth Group Singers
Members of Scandia Youth Group occasionally grace us with their beautiful gifts of music during Sunday service. Anyone who enjoys singing is welcome to come. "I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High." Psalm 9:2 New Paragraph
Library
Roxanne Evans
Hours
Monday- Friday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday Mornings
The library is located on the south end of the Fellowship hall and some children's books at the back of the Church. There is resource room in the Fellowship Hall with Teaching aids, devotions and Bible helps. We have several Devotional books that can be used for Bridal Shower devotions in this area. There are also books that have a lot of ideas for Sunday School or Bible School devotions, crafts or projects.
In the main library there is an adult section, a youth or teen section, a childrens section and a toddler section with small hard cover books for the little readers. Books are checked out on the honor system.
We also have a video section with VCR and DVD's for adults and children.
There are cassette tapes in this area that include the complete Bible on tape.
We have a Children's Summer Reading Program each year.
Any child that reads or watches the required number of books, tapes or DVD's is rewarded in the Fall with a certificate and a monetary gift. The WELCA furnishes the monetary gift.
The books are purchased with generous memorials. We also have books (in excellent condition) donated by members of the congregation when they are finished with them. We also receive free books with Crossroads receipts. So please turn in your receipts to one of the Librarians!
Stewardship
The Stewardship Committee puts on several different events throughout the year including sponsoring Barnyard animals during Lent, Ice Cream Social last week of June, & Harvest Festival during the first week of November.
They also organize different kits throughout the year to help various people such as sewing Kits, Baby Kits, Personal Hygiene Kits, & School Kits. Additionally, this year they sponsored World Hunger envelopes.
They would like to extend a special thank you to the Thrivent Committee for helping support their events as well.
Total Stop Gift Certificates
are available at the grocery store or at the church office., Remember, Scandia gets 5% on all money spent on this project., Certificates are $25 and each time you use them your amount is subtracted., These certificates are so convenient and they also may a very thoughtful gift., This is a wonderful way to contribute to your church without spending any extra $$., Just think what we could do if every family participated.
Our 
Church Leaders and Committees
Pastor Elan Ashby
(507) 828 - 9514
Office Administrator
Sherrie Knutson (605)530-7910
Church Council President
Daniel Knutson (605) 563- 2458
Head Usher
Allen Skotvold (605) 359-9793
Prayer Chain
Sherrie Knudson (605)530-7910
Men's Bible Study
Brent Ashby (605) 563-2458
Christian Fellowship
Char Adamson, Jan Stevens, Kim Eide
Christian Education
Andrea Anderson & Ashley Gerken
Mission & Outreach
Kim Eide, Jen Knudson, LeAnn Knudson
Stewardship
Cynthia Marohl
Worship & Music
Deb Diercks & Colleen buckneberg
Property
Steve Knutson, Kevin Hecht, Warren Drew
Personnel
Daniel Knutson & Kathleen Blake
Audit
Warren Drew & Lori Hecht
Nominating
Thrivent
Jill Poppenga, Kathleen Blake, Courtney Blake, Dan & Roxanne Evans, Deb Dierks,
Altar Guild
Char Adamson, Kathy Anderson, Kathleen Blake, Kim Eide, Roxanne Evans, Jeannie Hoagland, Jen Knudson, Sherrie Knudson, Jane Knutson, Vonni Knutson,
Fill-Ins: Dorothy Overgaard, Susan Royle, & Cheryl Stevens,
Church Council
President- Daniel Knutson
Vice- President- Kory Muller
Secretary- Ruth Stevens
Financial Secretary- Andres Anderson
Treasurer- Kim Preheim
Deacon- Kevin Hecht
Deacon- Joyce Vasgaard
Deacon-Vonni Knutson
Trustee- Char Adamson
Trustee- Philip Christofferson
Trustee- Cheryl Drew
