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Restore Minnesota Newsletter
April 4, 2026 |
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Contents:
- Chaos, Lawlessness, and the Gospel Rev. Dale Witherington
- America At A Crossroads - one more scheduled event Monday, April 6
- Church in the Capitol - Saturday, April 11
- God in Government plus a MN Legislative Update Sara Bertschinger
- Child Protection League: Join the Movement Conference - April 25
- USA 250th Anniversary Patriotic Anthem
- How to Utilize the Restore MN & Patriot Academy Partnership Dan Montague
- Current list of Restore MN Community Action Teams (CATs)
- CATs are now meeting in Freeborn and Rice Counties
- Announcing a new CAT in Le Sueur County
- Watch for our announcement of a Community Action Team in Naples, Florida!
- plus our Restore MN website and more.
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Chaos, Lawlessness and the Gospel |
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As I write this month’s article, today’s news headlines begin with misconduct complaints against the Minneapolis police chief, a tragic father-son murder-suicide, a Minneapolis registered sex offender sentenced to 27 years in prison for producing child pornography, food shelters ruined financially and closing, and miserable human beings continuing to harass members of Cities Church in St. Paul as they enter their church to worship.
That’s just a few of the headlines at the local level. (By the way, whatever happened to news about the fraud in Minnesota? But here I digress.)
Nationally, the focus is on the war with Iran, college campus violence, the rising cost of oil and its effects at the gas pump, SCOTUS reviewing Birthright Citizenship (who in their right mind would think our founding fathers or the originators of the 14th Amendment would consider the children of illegals as American citizens?) and the success of the Artemis II launch carrying four brave men and women to orbit the moon in a capsule named “Orion.” Oh, and let us not neglect to bring to attention the demonic ravings of James Carville, the vulgar, hate-spewing, bloviating king of Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) whose moments in the news make for not much more than late night horror-comedy.
These are but a few of the signs of the times reflecting a world in chaos, lawlessness, moral corruption, and confusion.
These are but a few of the signs of a world living without God.
To be clear, it’s not as if God isn’t here in our midst. It’s not as if He is not in charge of our ultimate destiny. It’s a reminder that in the time between the already present kingdom of God in this world and its final consummation at some point in the future – near or distant – we humans are in control of how we live on earth. In our grasp for control, we neglect the God in our midst.
Living without God has major consequences.
For nations. For individuals.
And then there is living with false gods.
Living with false Gods, (that would be anyone denying, rejecting and replacing the Lordship of Jesus Christ with anything else), well that takes the depravity even deeper and makes the consequences that much more devastating.
This is Holy Week. It is the week of the Passion of our world’s Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. On Friday, Good Friday, we will both mourn and celebrate the sufferings and death of Jesus. We mourn His illegal trials, beatings, scourging, and crucifixion. We celebrate His victory on the cross on our behalf over sin, death, chaos, lawlessness, depravity, and confusion with three little words . . . “It is finished.”
We celebrate an empty tomb.
Jesus lived. Jesus died. Jesus was buried. Jesus was resurrected. Jesus ascended to heaven and Jesus will return.
While we wait, while we engage in the business of His kingdom priorities here on earth, He offers to all a life of true freedom, peace, love, joy, and happiness in a world gone wrong.
If you know Christ, you are free. If you know Christ, you are a conveyor of freedom to others. If you know Christ, you are a warrior against the darkness.
Know Christ - Know Freedom - Live as a Warrior!
If you do not know Jesus personally, or you are just not sure of your relationship to God through Jesus, contact us at RestoreMN.org. Knowing and developing a personal relationship with Jesus is the #1 priority of all of our lives.
Now is the time to resist the god of this world (2 Corinthians 4:4) and welcome the King of Glory, the Lord Jesus Christ.
He is risen. He is risen indeed!!
That is a headline worth shouting!
God bless you and yours this Resurrection season -
Dale
Rev. Dale A. Witherington, Chief Steward
Restore Minnesota / Restore Minnesota ACTION
Dale@RestoreMN.org
www.RestoreMN.org |
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This America At A Crossroads presentation by Rev. Dale Witherington has been well attended and very well received.
"Excellent!" - "Every Christian MUST hear about this!"
He will be at Word of Life in Princeton on Monday evening, April 6. Fill up your car with friends, neighbors, family, invite your church ... because this is about a very real threat and must be exposed.
If you would like to explore scheduling this workshop at your church or civic organization, please reply to this newsletter. We will contact you. |
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Church in the Capitol
Saturday, April 11
These praise and worship times have been very meaningful. Since God inhabits the praises of His people, how important it is to bring the presence of God into the heart of our Minnesota government.
All are invited! |
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God and Government
by Sara Bertschinger, Restore MN Staff
“We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.”
2 Corinthians 5:20
Those in Christ are called to be witnesses, ambassadors, salt and light. Our mission field? Every aspect of culture; government being one of them. The question every person needs to ask is, “Who’s worldview do you want to promote?” In America every citizen has the opportunity and responsibility to advocate for guiding principles to make law. If Christians stay out of this process then we are relinquishing our voice. We are abdicating our Biblical Citizenship. Local, county, state, and federal government offices and positions are a mission field. We need more people to stand firm on principles and promote a biblical worldview across cultural and rulemaking influences.
What can you do?
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Pray for the Lord to raise up Men and Women of Faith to hold influential positions.
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Pray for and encourage Christians already in these positions to stay strong and true.
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Encourage others to step up.
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Connect with leaders and let your voice be heard on important issues.
MN Legislative Update
This year the democrats have control of the MN Senate, Governor and Constitutional officers, and the MN House remains split 50/50. This means both parties have to work together to get legislation passed. This could have been an opportunity to put partisanship aside and focus on what is best for Minnesotans. Unfortunately, each party has an ever increasingly different viewpoint of what is in the best interest for Minnesota. The following is a list of priorities set forth by the political parties this year.
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Christians in Civics
As Christians we promote God, Family, Country, in that order. We hear all the time to stay away from partisanship. I agree. As we consider our Biblical Citizenship, we are Christians first. That forms the basis of our American citizenship built upon civil and moral foundations. John Quincy Adams once said:
"The Law given from Sinai (the Ten Commandments) was a civil and municipal as well as a moral and religious code."
Still, we need to look at the fruits of partisan actions. What are the parties producing? Promoting? Legislating? Is there an opportunity to reform and renew the group? At what point are we throwing our time and energy away? Unfortunately, as it currently stands in Minnesota, the Republican Party is the only major party that is sympathetic to Christian values. Ideally, each legislator will vote according to their platform and district interests. In reality, we have seen time and again where the democrats will vote as a block.
As we enter into an election year please encourage your friends and family to think critically and look at the big picture. Do we want a repeat of 2023 where far-left woke agenda was shoved through with little to no regard to proper process? Or do we want to start repelling the worst of the worst and start putting in protections for families, our economy, and liberty. This upcoming election is pivotal.
Taking a Stand
First a huge shout out to all on this e-mail distribution list. You are a part of some of the most engaged and informed individuals. Keep up your hard work and perseverance! Thank you for All you are doing! So many in MN and around the USA want to do something, just don't know where to start. So please share this e-mail with 5 friends and let's get the wheels turning! No one can do everything. But we all can do something! So what one thing is God calling you to take on this week?
Be Informed!
Here are some great resources for information on current legislative activity in MN:
Get Involved
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Let Your Voice Be Heard
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Be willing to speak to legislation
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While in committee: Email the committee administrator and submit a written statement or sign up to give live testimony either in person or via zoom.
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Email the legislative members of the committee or call up to their office to leave a short 2-5 sentence message
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Show up! Make a sign and stand in the hall way as the legislators enter the committee room
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When the bill is on the floor of the Senate or house:
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Reach out to your legislators, the leadership of each party and find friends in swing districts to reach out to their legislators.
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Show up! Bring a friend and stand outside the chamber doors with a sign. Find the note station and write a brief note the pages will bring to the person you indicate.
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Remember to thank and encourage those who are standing strong to continue in their pursuit of the truth
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Share on social media: Like, comment, share out the posts. Or make your own post!
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Be creative! How can You help get the message out?
* The above ideas can be replicated to fit local governance for County, City, and School boards.
King of Kings and Lord of Lords
I find it interesting that the recent “no kings protest” was set for Palm Sunday Weekend; the day Christians all over the world celebrate Jesus as King. It is clear. The planners of “no kings” are returning to the age-old temptation to set up “self” as supreme and reject the Lordship of Christ. It is God who saves! Jesus is the Name above all names who rules heaven and earth! Thankfully a few groups are doing something to counteract this rejection of Christ as authority. A group in Fergus Falls MN set up along main street to hold Signs on Palm Sunday proclaiming “Hosannah Jesus is King!.” Matt Benda and his Freeborn County Restore Minnesota Community Action Team held their 3rd “No King but Jesus” prayer rally at the seat of their local government. Each gathering has grown in number and attention.
Pray for more workers to enter the harvest field. Prayer for people of conviction and truth to make the time and have the Courage to Stand!
"Thank you to everyone who answered the call for Community Prayer, Revival, and Patriotism on March 26, 2026. The theme of this event was “I am a Christian, I am an American, I am Proud.”
Today, we again call on faith and community leaders to proclaim these same truths. Let us stand as proud Christians and proud Americans. May our words echo throughout the community and inspire others to do the same." - Matt Benda |
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Child Protection League presents:
Join the Movement Conference
April 25 - all day
Registration is open
for one of the most consequential conferences of 2026!
This major event will feature:
Lara Logan, Keynote
Mel K
Michelle Cretella
Alvin Lui
and others.
With Liz Collin of Alpha News as Emcee
Lara and Liz are two of the most courageous and outstanding journalists of our time. They and the rest of the speakers understand who is targeting the hearts, minds and bodies of our children, how they are doing it and why. You will hear from nationally recognized experts like Dr. Michelle Cretella, popular podcaster Mel K of the Mel K Show, an attorney from the nonprofit law firm Center for American Liberty (founded by Harmeet Dillon in 2018) and the founder of the cutting edge organization Courage is a Habit, Alvin Lui!
For a limited time only:
40% off coupon for in person registration
Use Discount Code: ISteppedUp
Step up today!!
Note: If you are unable to attend or prefer to do the virtual conference, you are welcome to get others together and make a day of it.
Only one online registration is needed!
Restore Minnesota has been invited by Child Protection League to have an information table at this event. Please stop by.
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Here is a wonderful, worshipful tribute to our nation's 250th Anniversary. Enjoy! |
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How to Utilize the Restore MN / Patriot Academy Partnership
by Dan Montague, Senior Steward & Editor
In case you missed our Press Release last month, here it is:
Restore MN Exciting Announcement
According to staff at Patriot Academy, "It seems like they (the Restore MN / Patriot Academy partnership) are our fastest growing coach group as of late."
Everyone is welcome to sign up as a Host with Patriot Academy at no charge. You can use these amazing resources just for your personal enjoyment and enlightenment (including a free online workbook), or you can "host" a group class for your family, your friends, your church, or your civic group.
The key steps to activate your account are:
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Go to the Restore MN / Patriot Academy page at our website for a description of the courses available and other details: https://restoremn.org/patriot-academy/
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Click on the link to Become a Restore MN Coach/Host, or click here: https://coach.patriotacademy.com/restoremn/.
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Click on the button to register for full access, or click here: https://www.patriotacademy.com/coach/restoremnsubscribe .
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Complete the brief application. Choose Host (no charge), and submit. That will get you in, and a dashboard of numerous class and course info will open up to you. This includes host/coach training.
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If you choose to host a group class, the dashboard will give you the option of setting up a class. It will give you a link to share, and anyone signing up to take a class with you will have access to an online workbook at no charge.
These courses have incredible, historical content usually related to foundational Biblical principles. It would be hard to NOT learn something as you go through any one of these courses. I, personally, have watched the Biblical Citizenship class three times, and I got the most out of the third time through.
We so appreciate that the Patriot Academy founder, Rick Green, was willing to partner with Restore Minnesota as we work together to bring education and awareness that will help restore righteousness in our state and our nation.
Sign up today! You'll be glad you did! |
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Restore Minnesota Community Action Teams |
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The Purpose and Mission of Restore Minnesota is to restore righteousness to our state. The strategy to do that is through developing Community Action Teams (CATs) in all of the 87 counties. We currently have 12 active Community Action Teams that impact their own county and other surrounding communities. If you want to be contacted about the details of attending any of these meetings, please inquire at our website...https://restoremn.org/contact-us/
- Anoka County meeting in Linwood
- Chisago County meeting in Lindstrom
- Crow Wing County meeting in Baxter (This group is known as the Christian Constitutional Conservatives.)
- Dakota County meeting in Lakeville
- Douglas County meeting in Alexandria
- Freeborn County meeting in Albert Lea (New)
- Goodhue County meeting in Cannon Falls and Pine Island
- Hennepin County meeting in Crystal
- Isanti County meeting in Princeton
- Le Sueur County meeting in Le Sueur (New)
- Olmsted County meeting in Rochester
- Ramsey County meeting in Shoreview
- Rice County meeting in Northfield (New)
- Sherburne County meeting in the Elk River area
- Washington County - this group primarily functions as two Task Forces: Education and Grass Roots Government/Election Integrity
- Wright County meeting in Buffalo
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Important Announcements:
1. The Rice County and Freeborn County Community Action Teams
have launched!!
2. The Rice County Community Action Team will be meeting again in Northfield on Monday, April 13.
3. A new CAT is developing in Le Sueur County. An information and introduction meeting is planned for Le Sueur on Friday, April 17 at 6:30 pm.
4. Our first CAT outside of Minnesota is in the planning stages near Naples, Florida. If you know people who might be interested, please have them contact us using the link below.
For more information regarding any of our new or existing Community Action Teams, including meeting times and locations, please inquire using the contact-us link below. Someone will contact you.
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Also, if you know other Christians, Conservatives, and Patriots in these areas that might be interested in Restore Minnesota and our Community Action Teams, please share this newsletter with them or direct them to our website … https://restoremn.org/contact-us. |
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Restore Minnesota |
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Restoring Righteousness. Pursuing Truth. Defending Freedom.
Protecting Liberty. Igniting Hope. Providing Leadership.
Preserving Our Judeo-Christian Heritage. |
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“Re-forming the Church to Transform the World” |
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