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OSLC NEWSLETTER
OCTOBER 12, 2017
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A touch of cold in the Autumn night -
I walked abroad,
And saw the ruddy moon lean over a hedge
Like a red-faced farmer.
I did not stop to speak, but nodded,
And round about were the wistful stars
With white faces like town children.
From T.E. Hulme's "Autumn"
Sure, the rain and cold are about to set in, but God has certainly blessed us with some spectacular autumn weather for a short while this year!
As we move back indoors for the fall we have lots to share here at OSLC. Here's the latest from
Mission Ministries
, Fellowship/Physical & Spiritual Wellness, and other committee activities. Check out the links to this week's Scriptures, listen to the latest sermon replays, drop by the Video Corner or enjoy photos from recent events. Thanks for reading and keeping up!
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The Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost
"With All The Company of Heaven...We Sing!"
8:45 a.m. - Traditional Service*
10:00 a.m. - Fellowship Forum
10:00 a.m. - Sunday School
11:00 a.m. - Contemporary Service*
11:00 a.m. - Kids' Activities
Scripture Readings (click the link to read the passage)
Psalms 150:1-6
The Gospel
Childcare available
*Communion Served
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REMINDERS
Make plans to attend this month's OSLC Council-led
Fellowship Forum
on Sunday, October 15, at 10:00 a.m. You'll hear an update from church leaders, we'll celebrate October birthdays, and enjoy a treat! See you at the Forum this Sunday!
Our favorite sound technician, Patrick Brewer, took some fascinating 360 degree photos around the church recently (pun intended). Here's a look at the sanctuary in the round. For more cool 360 pics, check them out on the OSLC website.
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| Sun. |
Oct. 15 |
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
Fellowship Forum - Fireside Room
Contemporary Service - Sanctuary
Kids' Activity Hour - Fireside Room
Hook Shepherd Group - Conf. Room
Fischer Shepherd Group - off site |
| Mon. |
Oct. 16 |
10:00 a.m.
6:30 p.m.
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Ruth Circle Meeting - Conf. Room
Ellickson/Kitch Shep. Grp. - C. R.
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| Tue. |
Oct. 17 |
9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
6:15 p.m
7:30 p.m.
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Ladies' Shepherd Group - CR
Quilters - Fireside Room
Women's Bible Study - Fireside Rm
Worship Team Rehearsal - Sanctuary
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| Wed. |
Oct. 18 |
1:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m. |
Gentle Yoga - Fireside Room
Chancel Choir Rehearsal - Sanctuary
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| Thur. |
Oct. 19 |
9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:30 p.m. |
Preview & Planning SG Leaders - CR
Hawkins/Schenk Shp Grp -off-site Hamlow/McKnight Shp Grp - CR
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| Fri. |
Oct. 20 |
8:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
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Bull By the Horns (AA) - Conf. Room
Friday Fellowship - Conference Room
Shepherd Group - upstairs classrm |
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MISSIONS MINISTRIES
Royal Family KIDS Camp 5th Annual Spirit Mountain Casino Bus Trip
Saturday, November 11,
12:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
$35 per person - includes transportation, light lunch, snacks, water and sodas. Pay by October 22nd and receive 3 free raffle tickets. Deadline to purchase tickets is Sunday, November 5th. All proceeds go to Wilsonville Royal Family KIDS!
For more information or to reserve seats contact Ginny Dias at
mammaginny@aol.com or (650) 703-9041.
Flyers are available in the narthex.
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FELLOWSHIP/
PHYSICAL & SPIRITUAL WELLNESS
Have you witnessed others at OSLC in acts of kindness or service? Let us know! Share how you have seen others "being the church" by sending a note to
jeffb@oursaviors.net.
Adult Small Group Ministry
Are you interested in meeting new friends, getting and giving encouragement, helping others, and growing spiritually? If so, join one of our small groups. Adult small groups, better known as "Shepherd Groups", are just now getting started for the year. Our first fall study is on the Parable of the Prodigal Son.
Ruth Circle will meet Monday, Oct. 16th, at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room. All are welcome for fellowship and Bible Study. For further information, contact Jackie Wischmeyer:
Inspirational Moment
from the Prayer and Meditation Ministry
The Blessing of the Animals
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." - Anatole France
This past Sunday, we took time for the Blessing of the Animals. Not all churches offer this. Genesis 1 & 2 both refer specifically to creatures of the air, sea and land. [Genesis 1: 4th & 5th days; Genesis 2: 18-20] Whether canine, feline, feathered, or smooth skinned, the stories prevail of man's concern and caring for all of God's creatures.
In our family experience, we could write a book about the furry and feathery that have graced our lives for a season. Snoopy, Bo, Willy, Cheeks, Tang as well as 'grand-dogs', Mocha, Wags, Coco, Dalai, Dot, Luna, Pierre and Louie provided lots of interesting moments for sure. We've said 'farewell' to so many, but Dalai and Dot are still with us and we are thankful. One might wonder at times, however, who receives the training and care - our pets or us!
"Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms."
- George Eliot
"An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language." -Martin Buber
Blessings,
Bernice Gustaff
 Greetings to all participants who have attended a Respond to Racism meeting in the past months. Over the last three meetings, we have had more than a hundred people from the surrounding neighborhoods invest time and energy in this collective effort.
Although this work is often challenging, we are humbled by the wisdom and openness to learning that you all have brought to our sessions. While our direction and strategy are still forming, as we become a more cohesive group, we have enjoyed getting to know you all better and feeling out a path forward together.
We received positive feedback about gathering at 6:00 p.m. to share refreshments and chat with each other before the start of the meeting. We will continue this practice for our October meeting. If you are planning to share refreshments with the group please try to arrive as close to 6:00 p.m. as possible, but know that your treats will be valued whenever they arrive.
We look forward to seeing you at our next Respond to Racism Meeting on Monday, October 16th, at Lake Oswego United Church of Christ, 1111 Country Club Rd., Lake Oswego. Please take some time to register here.
Oregon & SW WA Fundraising Luncheon
Please join us in supporting Oregon & SW Washington Programs of Lutheran Community Services Northwest
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Social Hour: 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Lunch and Program: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Downtown Portland Marriott Hotel
1401 S.W. Naito Parkway, Portland, Oregon
There is no cost to attend, but you will be invited to make a gift or pledge in support of LCS programs.
RSVP by Friday, October 6th, 2017, online at
www.lcsnw.org/RSVP or contact Pr. Kim at
kimf@oursaviors.net.
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FROM THE OFFICE
Room Reservations
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Please remember it is important for insurance reasons that all church activities be included on the church calendar. This includes activities taking place at locatio
ns other than the church.
If you need to check space ava
ilability for an event you are planning pleas
e contact Slobodan at
slobodanp@oursaviors.net
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Announcements - Send announcements
o
r
inform
ation
for the bulletin or weekly newsletter to our
communications specialist,
Submission deadline for the bulletin and newsletter is Wednesdays by noon.
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SERMON PODCASTS
Listen to the latest sermons...
Sermon audio podcasts are replays of the Pastor's Sunday message. Each week we post the most recent sermons online for you to enjoy at your leisure. In addition, there is a vast library of spiritually inspiring and thought provoking messages for you to browse. Use your desktop, laptop or smart phone! Listen to Pr. Art's recent message from October 8
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"Reviving Our True Authority... The Living Word
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Click here
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Karen Morrow and Andorra at Blessing of the Animals. |
There's always something
new on the
OSLC Facebook
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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
Sunday, October 29, one service at 10:00 a.m., followed by a German-flavored potluck in the Fireside Room!
Sign up in the narthex to bring a dish or help out.
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VIDEO CORNER
What difference does a statement of faith that was crafted centuries ago make for living the faith now? Why speak the Creed as part of worship? Actually, the Creed is important for keeping us centered and connected...
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Phone 503-635-4563
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