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NEWSLETTER UPDATE
April 20, 2017
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Easter Sunday has passed but there is still so much going on! Today in the newsletter there are updates from Mission Ministries, Physical & Spiritual Wellness, a message from Pr. Kim, news from the Foundation, and more. You can listen to Pr. Kim's Easter Sunday message and check out the new pics from Facebook.
Thanks for reading and keeping up.
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Sunday, April 23, 2017
"The Missing Man"
8:45 a.m. - Traditional Worship Service
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School
10:00 a.m. - Fellowship Forum
11:00 a.m. - Contemporary Worship Service
Scripture Readings (click the link to read the passage)
The Gospel
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REMINDERS
 The monthly Fellowship Forum was postponed due to Easter falling on the third Sunday of April.
Join us this Sunday, at 10:00 a.m., in the Fireside Room for a Council-led update on church happenings plus a celebration of April birthdays and a tasty treat!
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| Sun. |
Apr. 23 |
8:45 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
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Traditional Service - Sanctuary
Sunday School - upstairs classrooms
Fellowship Forum - Fireside Room
Kids' Activity Hour - Fireside Room
Contemporary Service - Sanctuary
Hook Shepherd Group - Conf. Room
Fischer Shepherd Group - off site |
| Mon. |
Apr. 24 |
2:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
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Hawkins/Schenk Shep. Grp. - Off site
Ellickson/Kitsch Shep. Grp. - Conf. R.
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| Tue. |
Apr. 25 |
9:00 a.m.
7:30 p.m.
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Ladies Shepherd Group - Conf. Rm.
Worship Team Rehearsal - Sanctuary |
| Wed. |
Apr. 26 |
1:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
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Gentle Yoga - Fireside Room
Chancel Choir Rehearsal - Sanctuary
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| Thur. |
Apr. 27 |
9:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m. |
Shep. Grp. Leaders Planning - C.R.
Hamlow/McKinght Grp. - Conf. Rm.
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| Fri. |
Apr. 28 |
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m
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Bull By the Horns (AA) - Conf. Room
Shepherd Group - Upstairs
Friday Fellowship - Conference Room
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A MESSAGE FROM PASTOR KIM
To the members and friends of Our Savior's,
I wouldn't think it too surprising for you to hear how easy it is for ministers to get caught up in the glory of Easter. After all, Easter is the Queen of Feasts, and lasts not just for a day but for a week of weeks. This past Easter Sunday was so special, and as Easter people we continue to rejoice in the love of the Risen Lord.
There are many, many people to thank for helping make Holy Week and Easter Sunday the special time it was. Thanks to Kim Kroeger and the Chancel and Bell Choirs, to Becky Warner and the Contemporary Worship Team for all their work. They put in a lot of extra hours and their dedication enhanced all of our services. Our office staff, Barbara, Jeff, Lana and Slobodan helped fill the gaps and deserve much appreciation. Thanks, too, to Gregor. His musicianship was outstanding, as was all our guest musicians. Kudos to our decorating team (Team Exalt Him) that worked hard in constantly changing the decorations in the sanctuary to reflect the tenor of each of our services. A special word of appreciation to the many that quietly went about doing their work - often without fanfare or recognition. These include ushers, greeters, worship and property committee members and so many more. A shout out to all who provided azaleas to help beautify our worship space. Your floral gift was much appreciated. Thanks to all who attended our services, and to all who brought a guest to worship with us. We are called to reach out to others with the love of the Lord and by bringing a guest you've done that in a small way. Above all, all our thanks to Almighty God who has so richly and so wonderfully blessed us. Praise be his name.
My friends, we are an Easter people. As we awake to each new day let our hearts be filled with a radiant joy and our minds with hopeful anticipation. May our feet dance to the heavenly chorus of the Hosannas and Alleluias, and may our hands reach out to serve one and all.
Christ Is Risen! Alleluia!!
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MISSIONS MINISTRIES
April has been a busy month at the OSLC Food Pantry.
During March the pantry served 20 individuals in need of help with basic sustenance. This month the numbers served are up 40% and there is still a week to go. Bottom line, the shelves need your help!
Items needed include cereal, pasta sauce, chili, stew, crackers, peanut butter, juice, and canned fruit.
Thank you for your support of this growing and vital ministry!
Our Savior's Ruth Circle has been involved with Lutheran World Relief for many years collecting layettes to be donated to babies in 3rd world countries. The mission assembles two shipments a year. Included in the packages are: receiving blankets, shirts, nightgowns or pajamas without feet, caps, sweaters, hand towels, socks, cloth diapers, and bar soap.
Ruth Circle needs your help
supplying these greatly appreciated items for their next shipment. Gently used clothing is acceptable. Lutheran World Relief has only a 2% overhead for their operating costs so this is an excellent opportunity to also donate to help with shipping costs. For more information, please contact Ginny Michel at 503-636-6470 or Lenore Pepper at 503-244-6419.
We Are Family
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Reception at 5:30 p.m. | Program at 6:30 p.m.
Multnomah Athletic Club
The young mothers who come to Letty Owings Center for help have complex challenges:
-All have struggled with alcohol and drug addiction.
-90% have experienced multiple or long periods of homelessness.
-75-80% are being treated for depression or other mental illness.
-Many have been victims of domestic violence.
-Many grew up in environments marked by poverty and addiction.
The average cost for one woman and one child to complete the LOC program is $33,600.
The Letty Owings Center and Central City Concern's Family Housing program receive no regular funding for on-site childcare, food for infants, diapers, bus tickets, car seats or clothing - all essentials for families with young children.
LOC relies heavily on private donations.
There is great concern that some of the federal funding will be lost due to federal government funding priorities changing.
PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WE ARE FAMILY FUND RAISER.
Good Samaritan Ministries
headquarters in Beaverton has a need for volunteers that might fit you. Are you interested in:
Administration, Supporting Mission Team, Event Planning and coordinating, Counseling, Hospitality, Receptionist/Clerical, Letter writing, Fund raising, Clean up team, Computer support, Miscellaneous projects, Phone bank, Newsletter production, or Volunteer coordination.
GSM is located at 7929 SW Cirrus Dr. Bldg. 23 Beaverton.
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FELLOWSHIP/
PHYSICAL & SPIRITUAL WELLNESS
Inspirational Moment
from the Prayer and Meditation Ministry
He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!
Friday (trial and crucifixion) happened and Saturday had been a day of sadness and fear of not knowing what lie ahead for Jesus' most faithful followers. But now, the events of Sunday (Resurrection) resonated -- a day of mixed blessings - Joy, Praise, Concern, Unbelief. This Sunday's readings give us a glimpse of that wonderful day and what those days would come to mean. There were appearances of Jesus in different situations to various people. He would suddenly appear - call them to breakfast on the beach - suddenly come alongside followers on the Road to Emmaus.
Take time to reflect on the different Gospel accounts - Offer your prayer of Joy and Praise!
A Prayer of Confidence
"Protect me, O God; I trust in you for safety. I say to the LORD, 'You are my Lord; all the good things I have come from you'... You, LORD, are all I have, and you give me all I need; my future is in your hands... How wonderful are your gifts to me; how good they are! I praise the LORD, because he guides me, and in the night my conscience warns me. I am always aware of the LORD's presence; he is near, and nothing can shake me. And so I am thankful and glad, and I feel completely secure, because you protect me from the power of death. You will show me the path that leads to life; your presence fills me with joy and brings me pleasure forever.
(Psalm 16 GNT excerpts)
Blessings,
Bernice Gustaff
Sunday Morning Hospitality Volunteers Needed.
Help welcome members and guests on Sunday mornings. We need additional help for coffee time after the first service and during the second service. Here are the jobs that need to be filled in order to continue this ministry:
* First service beverages: Arrive 7:40am to brew coffee, set up the coffee cart and hot and cold water. During coffee time replenish as needed. Clean up is done by 11:00.
* First service snacks: Arrive 8:30 am. Set out the food and service items before the service. During coffee time replenish as needed. Clean up is done by 11:00.
* First service snacks coordinator: Schedule and train the snacks volunteers (those who bring the food and those who serve it).
* Second service beverages: Arrive at 10:45 to brew coffee and set up the cart. Clean up after the service.
* Second service beverages coordinator: Schedule and train the beverage volunteers.
* Second service snacks: Set out the food, replenish as needed, clean up after the service.
* Second service snacks coordinator: Schedule and train the snacks volunteers (those who bring the food and those who serve it).
You are welcome to cover both beverages and snacks if you wish and you can volunteer for one or more Sundays per month. Training provided. To volunteer for first service, contact Lene Leslie, leneles015.gmail.com, 503-908-1765. For second service, Kathy Engholm, kathye@easystreet.net, 503-754-4749.
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FROM THE OFFICE
Room Reservations Please remember it is important for insurance reasons that all church activities be included on the church calendar. This includes activities taking place at locations other than the church. If you need to check space availability for an event you are planning please contact Slobodan at slobodanp@oursaviors.net.
Announcements - Please send announcements
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communications specialist,
Submission deadline for the bulletin is Wednesdays by noon and for the weekly newsletter by Thursday mornings.
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OSLC Foundation is now accepting applications for the John C. Goplerud Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior who is a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church. Please see the application for additional criteria. Applications are available in the narthex/lobby or by clicking here. Completed applications are due by June 1, 2017.
The Bylaws of the OSLC Foundation require that any amendments made are to be ratified by the congregation. The Foundation amended its Bylaws last October to allow for the invasion of the principal of the OSLC Programs Fund. At the May 21, 2017 Congregational Meeting the congregation will be asked to vote to ratify the amended Bylaws. Read the Bylaws by clicking here. The amended portion has been highlighted. Please contact Carol Nordahl at cnordahl@comcast.net if you have any questions.
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Have you heard this? Sermon audio podcasts are replays of the Sunday sermon. Each week we post Pr. Kim's most recent message online for you to enjoy at your leisure. Plus there is a vast library of sermons for you to browse as well. Use you desktop, laptop or phone! Listen to Pr. Kim's Easter Sunday sermon,
"Choose Life" by
clicking here.
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Pat Badia-Johnson and Barry Brence
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If you have church related pics to share on the page email them to jeffb@oursaviors.net and we'll post them for you.
Also, remember to "like" the page to spread the word!
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SAVE THE DATE
June 4 - Pentecost - One Service at 10:00 a.m. Potluck at 11:30.
July 10-13 - Vacation Bible School, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
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Phone 503-635-4563
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