Spirituality

Spiritual connections: Faith, creation, and a recycling bin

Rod Anderson • July 19, 2025

Pastor Rod Anderson reflects on recycling, creation, and Christian responsibility – and how loving your neighbor can begin with just one can.

Spiritual connections: Of faith and patriotism

EPLN Guest Writer • June 20, 2025

Rev. Trish Vanni reflects on patriotism, faith, and Catholic social teaching while urging civic action against injustice and extremism.

Pastor Paul Nelson prepares to step away – and step forward

Stuart Sudak • June 13, 2025

Pastor Paul Nelson retires after 30 years at Immanuel Lutheran in Eden Prairie, reflecting on faith, legacy, and what’s next.

Spiritual connections: Graduating and commencing

Rod Anderson • June 7, 2025

Pastor Rod Anderson reflects on the spiritual meaning of graduation and commencement, celebrating transitions, milestones, and new beginnings in life.

Spiritual connections: A time to plant … Ecclesiastes 3:2

Rod Anderson • May 12, 2025

Pastor Rod Anderson reflects on faith, farming, and the mystery of life through a springtime planting tradition passed down generations.

Local leaders reflect on Pope Francis as Pax Christi plans memorial Mass

Joanna Werch Takes • April 23, 2025

Eden Prairie Catholic leaders reflect on the impact of Pope Francis, who died April 21. A memorial Mass will be held at Pax Christi on April 24.

Catholic but not Roman Catholic? Local faith leader’s book explains

Joanna Werch Takes • April 11, 2025

"Reconstructing Catholicism" by the Rev. Trish Sullivan Vanni explains the independent Catholic movement that has birthed congregations like Eden Prairie's Charis Ecumenical Catholic Community.

Hola and Hello: Casa de Victorias church moves to Eden Prairie site

Joanna Werch Takes • April 10, 2025

Casa de Victorias offers church services in Spanish and English, as well as other ministries in both languages.

Spiritual connections: Mercy, love, peace – and resentment

EPLN Guest Writer • March 24, 2025

The Rev. Trish Vanni reflects on Pope Francis, mercy, and spiritual healing during Lent in a divided and hurting world.

Spiritual connections: A Vikings helmet and the memories it holds

Rod Anderson • March 15, 2025

Bud and Pat Grant’s legacy lives on through a signed Vikings helmet at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, reflecting faith and memory.

Spiritual connections: Speaking the truth in love

EPLN Guest Writer • February 22, 2025

Rev. Trish Vanni explores speaking truth in love, addressing disinformation, and navigating difficult conversations in today’s polarized society.

Spiritual connections: Reflecting on love and faith this Valentine’s Day

Rod Anderson • February 7, 2025

Explore the legend of St. Valentine and the origins of Valentine’s Day in Pastor Rod Anderson’s Spiritual Connections column on faith, love, and devotion.