WORSHIP
WEEKEND WORSHIP SERVICES
Saturday, 5:30 PM
Third Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 10
Service of Holy Communion

Sunday, 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM
Third Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 10
Service of Holy Communion


 
 Memory Verse
 
Romans 8:35, 38-39
Who will separate us from the love of Christ?... For  I am convinced that neither death, not life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
DIGGING DEEPER: MISUSED VERSES IN THE BIBLE           SUMMER 2016
  SUMMER SERMON SERIES
We often hear people quoting the Bible to fit a particular argument, or to prove their faith to others.  Maybe you have done that yourself.  Sometimes it works, but sometimes when the quote is taken out of it's original context, it ends up far from the intended meaning.  Sometimes, people even quote the Bible...only to be told or to discover that the "quote" is not actually from the Bible at all.  

This summer we are going to be "digging deeper" into some of these quotes to see just what the Bible says about them.  This is going to be an exciting, but also challenging theme, as it may challenge some of our assumptions of our faith.  In the schedule below, can you find the problems with each of our titles, taken from popular quotes today?  If not, do not fear!  We intend for this theme not to tear down, but to build up and lift up the Gospel and share the good news for us and for all in Jesus Christ.

June 5: All Scripture is Inspired By God: 2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness

June 12 : Anything you ask for in my name: John 14:13-14  I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.  If in my name you ask me for anything, I will do it

June 19: Train a child in the way they should go : Proverbs 22:6 Train children in the right way, and when old, they will not stray.

June 25 : Money is the Root of all Evil: 1 Timothy 6:10   For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, and in their eagerness to be rich some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pains.
EVENTS
SPECIAL BUILING PLAN FORUM MEETING DATES
Building Plans
 Forum


Join us to discuss progress of the updated
  building plans and offer your input and 
                     feedback  on the project.   
                          
   
                           
Sunday,
June 5, 2016
11:45 am


PICNICS IN JUNE

Come to Our Saviour's Lutheran Church picnics today, June 1st and June 8th at 6:00 pm for a potluck and grill.  We provide the meat and the grilling, you bring sides! We will be having the picnics right here at the church. The church Jump Castle will be available for the kids on June 1st and the slip and slide on the 8th! Come and enjoy food, fellowship and fun.
LEAH CIRCLE

Leah Circle will meet at the home of Barb Slattenow on Thursday, June 2 at 6:45 p.m.  Ellen Wheeling will present the lesson and Colleen Hanson/Anita Hildebrand will bring dessert.
BBQ, BLUES, and BLUEGRASS

June 4, 2016 @ 5:00pm
At Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church
4501 S. Lemay St., Fort Collins
Musical Guests: Jerusalem Road and Lost Sheep
$15 (5 and over), $50 (family), under 5 free

1)    Join us at Spirit of Joy in Fort Collins for our annual BBQ, Blues, and Bluegrass on   Saturday, June 4th ! Come meet the 2016 Sky Ranch Summer Staff, enjoy some delicious BBQ, and fun music.    Proceeds from this event will benefit Sky Ranch! We hope to see all of you there!
 
2)    Come out and meet the 2016 Sky Ranch Summer Staff! Join us at Spirit of Joy for our annual BBQ, Blues, and Bluegrass on June 4th! On Sunday, June 5th, 4 or 5 of our staff will worship with your congregation and meet your church that graciously supports Sky Ranch! We are looking for 2 families that would be willing to host 2-3 people on Saturday night, June 4th to Sunday morning, June 5th.
                                                                                                       Thank you for your help!
BIKE TO CHURCH WEEKEND FOR  - 
HABITAT HOUSES
Habitat
June 18th and 19th! Bike to church to raise funds for the Habitat Houses we will be working on July 18th and September 22. Bicyclists, record you miles to church! Donors, donate an amount per mile ridden! There will be a sign up and donation board in the narthex!
BETTY ARAGON MOVIE NIGHT
BETTY ARAGON MOVIE NIGHT THE CHOICE CITY ... FOR WHOM?Tuesday, June 7th at 6:30 p.m. The Carmike 3636 Manhattan Avenue, FORT COLLINS. 
Ti ckets are available in the church office through a generous donation we have many tickets available. If you wish to purchase a ticket a free will donation may be given.
GRACE GATHERING
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GRACE GATHERING will be August 10-13th, 2016 in NEW ORLEANS.
There will be experiential learning, worship and presentations from special guests, a unique feature of the Grace Gathering will be the variety of  workshops offered to participants to help prepare for the 500th anniversary of the Reformation in 2017.

Workshops will include but are not limited to:
  • Panel discussions on ecumenical and inter-religious relations.
  • Historical and theological unpacking of key Reformation documents.
  • Strategic approaches to observing the 500th anniversary locally.
  • Reflection on the history and continued vitality of the Lutheran witness.
SERVICE & GIVING
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
MURPHY CENTER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are looking for two people who would be willing to help make and serve take-away lunches for the homeless at the Murphy Center on Wednesday mornings. The commitment would be for two Wednesdays a month from 9:30 until noon. If this is something you would be interested in doing this, contact Ruth Brown at 484-9445 or email me at billand [email protected].

SUMMER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
There have been several requests from different people needing assistance with some yard work. If anyone is available to assist in this manner please call and give your information to the church office. This will allow us to forward your information to other requests that may come in. Thank you for your volunteering heart of service.
ONE VILLAGE ONE FAMILY PROGRAM
"Our Saviour's Village #2 in the  One Village One Family Program, sponsored by Homeless Gear, will train at the church on June 6 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.  Another new village from another congregation will join them for their class.  And OSLC's Village #1 has been successful in finding their family an apartment!  Our congratulations to them--and God's blessings on all these volunteers as they continue their work: Jack Wisbon, Sue Wisbon, Beth DeHaven, Bill DeHaven, Diana Hutchinson, Brian Nugent, Bonnie Shumaker, Jerry Freier, Melanie Reed, Becky Shelley, Sean Shelley, and Karen Wulff."
MEALS ON WHEELS SUMMER VOLUNTEERS
As summer approaches and many people prepare to go on vacation, Meals on Wheels will be in need of summer volunteer delivery drivers.  If you are looking for a fun and rewarding way to get involved in the community through volunteer work, please consider doing so with Meals on Wheels!
   
 Our volunteers primarily deliver meals one time per week, M-F from 11:00 amuntil about 12:30 pm, depending on length of route and traffic conditions.  Volunteers can deliver more than once per week - just let us know!  We provide delivery bags, background checks and Meals on Wheels magnets for your vehicle. You provide the time, vehicle, and smiles!  Our clients are such a delight to work with, and their gratitude is sure to touch your heart.
   
 For information on how to get started, go to http://www.fcmow.org/volunteer-application/ or call us at (970) 484-6325.  Drivers must be over the age of 18 with valid vehicle insurance and registration.
LEAH CIRCLE MEETING
Leah Circle will meet on  Thursday, June 2nd  at the home of Barb Slattenow at  6:45 p.m.   Ellen Wheeling will present our last lesson of the season and dessert will be provided by Carol Bisbee with Colleen Hanson and Anita Hildebrand as backups.
4TH ANNUAL - HAMMER 'N' ALE
   
Friends of Habitat,
Don't have plans on Thursday, June 2nd? Consider Habitat for Humanity's annual signature event - great food, crazy value, variety of beverages and family friendly with interactive games!
   
Best of all, it is an event that builds homes and empowers local families!  
   
Let me know if you are interested.  The link to purchase tickets is below!  I highly recommend the VIP party, which always sells out.
HABITIAT FOR HUMANITY - OSLC DAY OF SERVICE
Thrivent Habitat  
On Saturday, June 18, which is also Father's Day weekend, we have been invited by Habitat for Humanity to participate in a special day of service involving members of our congregation working on a home with the family who will live there. This home is being built as a partnership with the Strodtman family and it is one of the new Avondale cottages located in the Ridgewood Hills neighborhood in southwest Fort Collins. While OLSC is helping with partial financial support of the construction, we have been asked to devote a hands-on day in assisting with the completion of this home. Prior construction experience is not necessary, because many tasks are available regardless of skill level.  It is likely that everyone working on this build will learn some new skills, in addition to the satisfaction of helping a family in this this valuable cause. If you would like to participate, or if you would like more information, please contact Jerry Freier by phone 970-482-6163, or by email at  [email protected] .  

Sign-up sheets will be available in the Narthex. please add your name if you can help us build a new home for the Strodtman family on June 18th.  
HABITIAT FOR HUMANITY - GLOBAL VILLAGE
FAITH, FAMILY, HOSPITALITY
THANKS  so much to all of the FFH volunteers who made this last week of hosting successful. It is amazing to see the warmth, love and caring shown to our guest families during their stay at OS.  A special thanks to Nancy Haboush and committee for organizing the most fabulous Mother's Day Party for our guest moms on Monday night. They were so appreciative.  Please consider getting involved with the Homeless Family Ministry at OS.  The next hosting rotation is August 7-15.  Contact Rosie Goetz at 556-1923 or  [email protected]
with any questions.  Blessings and have a great summer.
LEARNING
OSLC BOOK CLUB
Our next OSLC Book Club will meet with Hostess Diana Hutchinson on June 6th from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The book is: 'Father's Day: Across America with an Unusual Dad and his Extraordinary Son' by Buzz Bissinger. Please watch for upcoming books and dates in the newsletter, the announcement sheet and the weekly eNews.
BIBLE IN A YEAR!
Bible in a Year In Person Get Together
For those who have embarking on the journey to read the Bible in a year and are interested in meeting and talking with others the next in person meeting will be June 9th at Dungeons & Drafts at 5:30 pm. Mark your calendar, July 14th, August 11th and September 8th for the next couple of in person meetings. 
 
 
Contact Pastor Leta with questions!
PARENTING WITH LOVE AND LOGIC!
Parenting the Love and Logic Way class opportunity at OSLC -- we are looking at dates for this summer or fall. Use this Parenting with Love and Logic Interest form to indicate your interest and preferred time frame. Contact Diana Hutchinson, 970-672-4749 or you can send an email to [email protected] for information.
YOUTH
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL UP & COMING EVENT
    Vacation Bible School--Join us for
 CAVE QUEST!

 
Following Jesus The light of the World
 
June 13-17, 2016
 
Join us for a spectacular week of learning, growing, singing playing, and knowing all about God's love! It is time to start planning for our VBS Week. The plans have started and there are opportunities for everyone! We will need help with many areas such as games, music, crafts, decorations, set-up, and clean up. Please watch for more information. Registration is open on the website or sign up below. For more questions or information contact Pastor Leta at [email protected] or call 484-3133.
                            
Register your child/children here!                          Volunteer Here!
2016 SENIOR RECOGNITION
Joseph Brauch
     Lynne Clouser
          Alicia Kay Guler
                Andrew Hanson
                    Benjamin Holzworth
                         Matthew Menten
                              Matthew Williams

FoCoLu EVENTS

  Did you know there is Sunday School for all ages at each congregation?  Please join us!

OSLC  9:45-10:45am
SOJ 9:30-10:30am
TLC 9:00-10:00
SOTH - 9:30-10:20


UPCOMING EVENTS

June
June 13 - 17th VBS at OSLC this week is just around the corner. See the information above                       and be sure to get registered.

June 26th - Sending Service with commissioning

June 26- July 1st - Senior High Mission Trip to Crow Reservation Montana

There are still a few spaces available for our Mission Trip to Crow reservation in Montana next June 26 - July 1st, 2016. this is available to all youth currently in 8th - 12th grades. If you have not yet signed up lease send and email letting Kevin know you are interested in attending.

This is an opportunity for you, our youth, to be the hands and feet (and ears and eyes) of Jesus through serving others, building relationships, gaining new understanding of multiculturalism and poverty, all while growing in faith through small group devotion, fellowship and worship. Mission trips provide you with powerful life shaping experiences, and strengthen your relationship with Christ and the larger Church. Mission trips happen locally, internationally and everything in between over a three year period.

July
July 17-23th - Confirmation Camp at Rainbow Trail with Pastor Michael


August
August 5-7th - Our Saviour's Family Camp at Sky Ranch

August 7-12th - Mountaineers Camp at sky Ranch with Pastor Leta
                       High rendezvous at sky Ranch with Pastor Leta


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OTHER NEWS
A SINCERE THANK YOU
Thank you to all of you for your cards, prayers, thoughts and kindness as I grieved the loss of my grandfather and went through the transition of moving my grandmother to memory care in Ft. Collins (from Denver). Your support and graciousness is truly a gift and I am so grateful to be a part of this congregation.
 
God's Love, Pastor Leta Arndt Behrens
OSLC WEBSITE
Here
June/July 2016
newsletter  available on the OSLC Website!
 
Want to know what's happening in the church? We have been busy adding activities, events, church calendar and ministry information.  
 
Click  HERE to check it out!
UPCOMING EVENTS
2016 Activities
  • June 1st & 8th - Summer Picnic
  • June 4th - BBQ Blues & Bluegrass
  • June 5th - VBS Training
  • June 6 - June 10th - CCC Summer Festival Camp
  • June 6th - OSLC Book Club
  • June 7th - Executive/Finance Committee
  • June 9th - Church Council
  • June 9th - Bible in a Year
  • June 11th - VBS Decorating Day
  • June 13-17th - Vacation Bible School
  • June 18th - Habitat for Humanity - OSLC Day of Service
  • June 18 & 19th - Bike to Church Weekend
  • June 26-July 1st - High School Mission Trip
  • July 3-8th - Sky Ranch Week Long Family Camp
  • July 17-23th - Confirmation Camp at Rainbow Trail with Pastor Michael
  • August 5-7th - SummerFest
  • August 7-12th - Sky Ranch Camp week for Elementary, Middle School, and High School
  • August 16th - Water World - Celebrate Baptism Together
  • August 28th Rally Day
WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS
  
SUNDAY
9:00 AM -  June 5
NEXT WEEK 
 9:00 AM - June 12
GREETERS
Lori Fletcher-Khouri
USHER


WORSHIP 
ASST


SOUND BOARD


COFFEE HOST
Rob & Debi Arone

ACOLYTES
John Behrens/Lydia Genson
John Behrens/Lydia Genson
OFFERING TELLER


SUNDAY
10:30 AM - June 5
NEXT WEEK 10:30 AM - June 12
GREETER


USHER


WORSHIP ASST


COFFEE HOST


SOUND BOARD


ACOLYTES
Cara Butler/Anna Rehm
Will & Georgia La Plante
OFFERING TELLER
Bob Bakken/Michele Hendricks
Bob Bakken/Michele Hendricks


SATURDAY
5:30 PM - June 4
NEXT WEEK - June 11
GREETER


USHER


WORSHIP ASST
Erik Thompson
Duane Daire
SOUND BOARD


COFFEE HOST


ACOLYTES
Katie Brown
Katie Brown
OFFERING TELLER
 
 
 
 Below are options to volunteer:
1. SIGNUP GENIUS:  Click  HERE 
2. Our Saviour's Website:  Click  HERE 
3.  Call the office:  970-484-3133
 

Our Saviour's Lutheran Church

2000 S. Lemay Avenue

Fort Collins, CO 80525

Office:  970-484-3133

Fax:     866-611-6550 

 www.our-saviours.org 

Pastor Michael Stadtmueller [email protected] 

Pastor Leta Behrens  [email protected]  

Kevin Dragseth, FoCoLu Minister for Faith Formation, [email protected]

Michele Hendricks [email protected]

Leslie Olsen [email protected]