Past Events

Brian Orsten has been married for 30 years to his high school sweetheart, Ginny. They have 11 living children and own a turkey breeding operation in Benson, MN. As a family they enjoy snowboarding at Andes Tower hills. On May 21, 2018 as Brian was being burned alive in a fireball he cried out, “Jesus save me!” and the fireball was gone. This is a life story of a renewed deeper relationship with Jesus and siblings in Christ. Our goal…

Bob Willbanks was saved at an early age but fell quickly into the ways of the world, chasing the “American Dream” and falling prey to the trappings of this world, especially alcohol.  His life became a roller coaster ride of meteoric successes followed by resounding crashes back to earth which led him back to his faith. Bob’s story has something for everyone and will leave you with practical steps you can use for connecting your faith and work. Our goal…

This incredible line up of professional hockey veterans and coaches have some inspiring stories and testimonies to share. Hear how they came to faith in Christ, how they live it out with their teams, and how you can apply it to your day to day living. Bobby Robins - Discipleship Bobby Robins is the Director of Pro and College Ministry with FCA Hockey in Alexandria, MN. In 2014 he became the oldest rookie to ever make an NHL Opening Day…

DUE TO THE INCREASE IN COVID CASES IN DOUGLAS COUNTY WE ARE CANCELLING THIS FAITH @ WORK LUNCH. When God prompted Jake and Christy Vanada to start a Bible study before school in their home 7 years ago, they never imagined what it would turn into. Seeing God change the lives of hundreds of high school students each year has been quite a ride. The story of STMA Breakfast Club is one of a simple “yes”, a small step of…

Immigration and globalization are two hot topics impacting our world today. Like all major cities and economies of the world, these issues are impacting and changing communities all around us in Minnesota. Dr. Sammy Wanyonyi, lead evangelist for SHINE and visionary behind the Merge initiative speaks on God's vision for this moment and how followers of Jesus can reach the nations around us with the Good News of the Kingdom that ushers in revival and lasting transformation. Born in a…

Join us for the next Faith @ Work* lunch which honors the 13th Annual Ernie Unruh Christian Service Award Recipient! This award is given to an individual who has been nominated and selected based on their positive impact on the community through leadership and service. Join us to find out who this year's recipient will be! Past recipients include: 2008 – Ed Christopherson 2009 – Brett Paradis 2010 – Tim Ferguson 2011 – Ernie Unruh 2012 – Gary Anderson 2013…

Someone in your life is about to experience Jesus. This luncheon is about the lost people in your life. The broken, the forgotten, the abused and the outcasts. The family member who wants nothing to do with Jesus. But what our time together is really about -- is you. Because as you look for the one, you become like the One. You become more like Jesus. David McIver has been with the PraiseLive team since 1985 and is currently the…

Ken Larson and his wife Barb, of 57 years, have five adult children, 19 grandchildren, and two  great-grandchildren. Ken is the founder of Slumberland Furniture, a leading home furniture retailer with 125 stores in a 12-state area. Mr. Larson has been named Retailer of the Year by the National Home Furnishing Association; the highest award given to home furnishing retailer by their peers. He has been named Entrepreneur of the Year for Minnesota and North Dakota. He has been active…