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"Guatemala Sunday"
Dear Members & Friends of Our Savior's Lutheran Church,
This Sunday we will have a guest preacher from Guatemala, Pastor Karen Castillo. Pastor Castillo is the president of the Lutheran Church in Guatemala. During the service we will celebrate with special liturgy and music. At 9:15 Pastor Castillo will also lead our Adult Education hour and share with us stories of the ILAG (Iglesia Luterana Augustin de Guatemala) and of our companion congregation in Zaculeu. Please join us in welcoming her to Our Savior's and to learn more about our relationship with the ministry in Guatemala.
Come and See!
Pastor Dale Stiles
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Worship & Music This Week
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Sermon by: Pastor Dale Stiles
5:00 pm Wednesday Dinner
Grilled Hamburgers with cheese, caramelized onions,
tomato and lettuce,Creamy Cole Slaw, Assorted Chips
5:30 pm Contemporary Worship
6:10 pm Faith Formation
7:00 pm Confirmation
7:00 pm Kingdom Choir
8:00 pm Proclaim! & Good News!
Sunday, April 30, 2017
Sermon by: Pastor Karen Castillo
8:00 am Worship in the CLC
9:15 am Adult Education
9:15 am Faith Formation
9:15 am Time for Parents
10:30 am Worship in the CLC
11:45 am Jr. High Evolve
5:00 pm Sr. High Activate
Childcare available at all worship services
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Congregation Information Meetings -- Property Sale
Congregation Information Meetings on the proposed sale of property to Ecumen
will be held on Wednesday, April 26 and May 3 at 11 am and 7 pm in the Family Room. Questions? Contact Joel Frost at 651-373-5920 for more information. A Fact Sheet is available at the Welcome Desk if you are unable to attend any of these sessions. Questions? Please contact one of the following people:
Pastor Dale Stiles; Joel Frost, Board Member; Orv Johnson, OSLC Member
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Congregational Vote
A formal meeting of our congregation for the purpose of voting on the sale of a portion of Our Savior's Lutheran Church property to Ecumen will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 11:45 am in the church sanctuary. All active and confirmed members of Our Savior's Lutheran are encouraged to attend and vote.
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Faith Formation News for Grades 1-4
The students are learning about Easter through various Rotation Stations. We need parents to help in the Art Station and ask that you please plan to join your student for Faith Formation to assist them with a project.
We have our Large Group opening in the Children's Gathering Area from 9:15-9:30 and then we will go to stations from 9:30-10:10. Please plan to attend Large Group Opening and Faith Formation with your child as follows:
- Sunday, April 30 - 3rd & 4th grade
I am excited to have parents in Faith Formation with their children and hope you will enjoy this opportunity to be in class together! Questions? Please contact Darla Goble.
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Youth Donut Fundraiser, Sunday, April 30
OSLC Youth will be selling donuts by the dozen between services this Sunday. If you would like to pre-order donuts, there is a sign-up sheet on the Welcome Desk. Otherwise, feel free to stop by the counter that Sunday and order at that time. All proceeds will be used to assist our Youth Mission Trip to Colorado Springs, CO this summer.
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Parent's Night Out!
The OSLC Mission Trip Youth will be sponsoring an evening of childcare from 5-9 pm on Friday, May 5 as a fundraiser for their trip to Colorado Springs, CO this summer. Cost is $20 for first child and $15 for each additional child. Enrollment Forms can be picked up at church. Questions? Contact Chad Larson, Youth Director.
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6th Grade Lock-In FaithMarker
- Who: All 6th graders and parents! Parents will come for the opening time from 7-8 pm. Childcare will be provided for younger siblings. Please RSVP for parent, student and if childcare is needed.
- What: We will have an information time with Chad and Darla for students and parents from 7-8 pm. Then students will enjoy an evening of fellowship, service learning and fun to celebrate their 6th grade Faithmarker. Students will also learn about the Jr High Evolve program.
- When: May 12 at 7 pm (eat dinner before you come) Parents pick up students by 8 am on May 13.
What to Bring:
- Snack to share * Air mattress (optional)
- Sleeping bag * Any personal items needed
- Pillow
Questions:
Please contact Darla or (church) 651-439-5704 ext 32
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Rummage Sale -- Save Your Stuff!
Do you have items in your house that you are no longer using? Well we have a solution for you. Save them to donate to our Youth Fundraiser Rummage Sale taking place May 20. Please make sure the items you are looking to donate have the potential for resale. Items may be dropped off at the church beginning May 17. Questions? Please contact Chad Larson, Youth Director.
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What do I have to offer that God needs at Our Savior's?
Glad you asked!
For May, we still need ushers at all 10:30 services and greeters at 10:15 on May 21. For June, we need ushers for both 8:00 am and 9:30 am services and greeters at 9:15 throughout the month. There's plenty of room to join us!
Members and friends with last names beginning I - L are especially called upon for help during these 2 months, though anyone can sign up who enjoys serving in these capacities. We are trying very hard to involve as many people as we can to deepen Our Savior's hospitality ministry.
To view slots that are still open and to choose one, go to Sign-Up Genius. If you would prefer to contact me with the dates you are interested in, please email Kathy Frost. If you are signing up for the first time as a greeter or an usher, on-the-job training can be provided. Thank you for helping us to share hospitality with all who enter our doors!
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Mission Trip to Africa!
Join Pastor Dale, Cindy Gackle and Sue Hedlund on a trip to Tanzania, October 23 -- November 3, 2017. The trip will include visiting the various mission work that the Lutheran Church is doing in the Iringa Diocese, worshiping with our companion congregation in Mlafu and going on a safari. The estimated cost of the trip is $4,000. We need to know as soon as possible if you wish to join us. Please contact
Pastor Dale if interested.
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Adult Education Opportunities
All adult education sessions meet in the sanctuary at 9:15 am
The Schedule
- Sunday, April 30 - Pastor Karen Castillo, the president of the Lutheran Church in Guatemala, will be with us and will share with us information and stories of the ILAG (Iglesia Luterana Augustin de Guatemala) and of our companion congregation in Zaculeu.
- Sunday, May 7 - A representative from Cherish All Children will be leading Adult forum this day. The St. Paul Area Synod Cherish All Children Ministry Team works to educate and engage congregations in action to prevent child sexual exploitation. Child sexual exploitation happens in cities, suburbs, out-state, and with children from all ethnicities and economic backgrounds. We are all called to advocate for all God's children through prayer, education, and increased involvement in solutions.
We hope you can join us!
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Request for Prayers and Support
Everyday joys and sorrows...Once in a lifetime joys and sorrows. Your brothers and sisters at Our Savior's want to support you. Email or call our Pastor with any of your needs.
Pastor Dale
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Simply Giving
A more convenient way to give! In a few short minutes, you can make a one-time gift or set up a donation that will process automatically on a recurring basis. Recurring donations are convenient and provide our church with much needed consistent support throughout the year.
To give online, visit our church's website and get set up!
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Stewardship is about love:
serving others through our time, talent, and treasure.
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