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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
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From the Pastor ....
"Now you are the body of Christ and
individually members of it."
(1 Corinthians 12:27)
Last Sunday we had surprise visitors from out of town! As we were enjoying lunch with our friends, one of them told us of a dream he had a couple days prior to their visit. My friend dreamt that he preached at Our Savior's. The Holy Spirit inspired him by sharing a whole message. In his dream he stated, "we have Christ at the beginning and Christ at the end of all things. What's in the middle? You are!" He had no idea what this dream meant until he saw the sign outside of our church. Our friend had never heard this phrase before: "CH..CH What's Missing? UR." When he saw this sign on Sunday, he was in shock! God speaks through dreams!
You are the church! The church is the body of Christ sharing the incredible love of God every day. Thanks for being who you are called to be: the light of the world; the body of Christ. In this powerful dream we are reminded that Jesus is the foundation, the beginning AND Jesus holds eternity as well. This life on earth is an incredible gift to be exactly who God created you to be. Remember who you are today, a beloved child of God.
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Wednesday, February 19, 2020
5:00 pm Dinner
Menu:
Hamburger Sliders, Tater Tots, Salad and Dessert
5:30 pm Worship in the CLC
Message: Pastor Karna Moskalik
6:10 pm Faith Formation
Time for Parents
7:00 pm Confirmation
7:00 pm Kingdom Choir
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Message: Pastor Karna Moskalik
8:00 am Worship in the Sanctuary
Special Music: JuBellate
Holly Newton
9:15 am Adult Education
Faith Formation
Time for Parents
10:30 am Contemporary Worship in the CLC
4:30 pm Sr High Activate (Gr 10-12)
Volunteering is a work of heart.
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February 23: Rachel Mann - Rachel served as a YAGM (Young Adult in Global Mission) for the year in Madagascar in 2017 and will share her experience as a young adult. A good session for the youth to also attend.
March 1: Matthew Hand from Lutheran Mideast Development will give updates on the ongoing ministry of LMD as well as insights into the current and ongoing situation in the Middle East.
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Care of Creation Tip
In gratitude, caring for God's Air, Water, and Land
Voting on Climate
Unchecked climate change will continue to create more devastating storms, flooding along coasts and waterways, life-threatening temperatures, and
drought. People will face homelessness, food shortages, economic disruptions, and loss of jobs, which will especially hurt the poorest of humankind.
Because climate change can so drastically affect other issues important to
Christians, such as caring for and feeding the poor, it becomes a paramount issue.
As we enter election campaign season and a new legislative session, we all have an opportunity to direct our elected representatives to work on the issues that are most important to us. You can help by reading and asking where your federal, state, and local representatives and candidates stand on stopping climate change. This issue needs to be addressed at all levels of government to make the needed changes. Then use your voice and vote to get action on climate change.
A lot of "just one persons" working together can accomplish mighty things. ~ A message from your OSLC Care of Creation team.
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Girl's Night Out
The next Girl's Time Out will be a trip to the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis on Saturday, March 7. Cars will leave the church parking lot at 11:00 am that morning. Admission is $12 for adults and $8 for those over 62. Lunch will be at the Fika Café (on your own) and there is a public tour at 2:00 pm. All of this leaves plenty of time on your own to view the exhibits and the building itself. We hope you will join us! And bring a friend!
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Inspirational Yoga
New session of Inspirational Yoga begins Saturday, February 15th!
We welcome beginners and offer a variety of classes that are always different and tailored to participants ability. Join us and our instructor, Kali on Saturday mornings 8:30 - 9:30 am. 4 sessions $40, single session $12. Any questions contact Summer Seidenkranz 651.331.9940.
Feb 15: Ayuryoga: Yoga for the season of winter
Feb 22: Fascia Yoga: Gentle movement for release
Feb 29: Yoga Mantra: Movement & sound meditation
Mar 7: Vinihoga: Yoga your way
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Book of the Month Club
The Book of the Month Club will meet on Monday, February 24 at 1:00 pm to discuss "The Sandcastle Girls" by Bohjalian. We hope you can join us.
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Lenten Soup Suppers
Soup Suppers begin Ash Wednesday, Feb. 26 until Wed., Apr. 1, 2020. If you would love to bring a soup and/or dessert to share, or if you are willing to wash dishes, please sign up at the welcome desk or online!
Soups and desserts need to be brought to the church kitchen by 5 pm each Wednesday. Please label your crock pots/containers and pick up after each soup supper. Dishwashers can begin at 5:45 pm. Soup Suppers are from 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm. If you have any questions you can contact Jenifer Johnson, Kitchen Coordinator.
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Thyme for Grace Meals
Thyme for Grace is a food ministry for those in our congregation and community who could use a good home-cooked meal and a bit of extra care. There are currently nine packages with servings for 4 in the Kitchen freezer that are looking for a home; and one package with a serving for 2. Please remember to share with others that you know who would enjoy a bit of extra care.
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Sonshine Card Club
If you're looking for a "behind the scenes" volunteer opportunity where you can make a difference in someone's life, this is it! The "Sonshine Card Club" is looking for volunteers to join us for the April 2020-March 2021 season. On behalf of the church, we send cards and notes of encouragement
to people in need. This outreach is a service of the Health & Caring Ministry Team. If you might be interested, please contact Cindy Gackle at
cgackle@enventis.net
, 612-751-7921. Thank you.
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2020 Woman's Retreat
Planning for the 2020 Women's Retreat is underway and registrations forms are on the women's bulletin board. The dates are April 24-25 and we will once again be at the Mount Olivet Retreat Center in Farmington. The cost is $115 for a double room and $140 for a single room. Those attending will be traveling around the world to every continent with the theme "WonderFull World - Where Women Explore God's Love and Wonder." The weekend is always an inspirational and fun time to spend with our sisters in Christ. Get yourself registered now and bring a friend with you.
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Mission Jamaica
Collecting bars of soap and large tubes of toothpaste for the March Mission Trip to Jamaica that Mary Anderson is traveling with. Items can be dropped off in the Gathering Area at church. Also, checks are being accepted to purchase broiler chicks for the WestHaven Orphanage in Jamaica. Checks can be made out to OSLC with Mission Jamaica in the memo line and placed in the offering plate or drop box on the Welcome Desk.
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Guatemala Youth Retreat
The Saint Paul Area Synod is hosting an opportunity for any youth in the synod to be a part of a youth retreat to Guatemala. Youth will join with the Lutheran Church in Guatemala (ILAG) and their youth from August 5-12, 2020, at the Lutheran Center in Guatemala City. Students will experience a cultural immersion with Guatemalan youth, growing in their faith in Jesus, their leadership skills, and practicing the accompaniment method for international fellowship. More information and registration forms can be found on the bulletin board across from the church office. Application deadline is March 1.
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Children, Youth & Family Ministry
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Spark Story Bible FaithMarker
The Spark Story Bible FaithMarker is an opportunity for your family to learn together. "God's Story In My Life" is designed to honor and build on the fact that 2 and 3 year old children love to have stories read to them. This passion for reading will help bring to life the stories in the SPARK Story Bible, which you will receive and explore at the FaithMarker.
Who: 2 and 3 year old children and their families
When: Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 9:15 am
Where: Room 2
Registration Deadline: March 15, 2020
Children will receive their FaithMarker blessing during the 8:00 or 10:30 am worship service. Please plan to attend one of the services that day.
Please RSVP to Darla Goble so we can best prepare for your family.
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First Communion Class
Who:
1st - 6th graders and a parent / guardian
Date:
Tuesday, April 7, from 6-8 pm (eat before you come)
Where:
Sanctuary at OSLC
What to bring:
Your Bible
To participant, please RSVP by March 22. Click HERE to RSVP.
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Rocky Railway VBS Needs
Rocky Railway will be our theme for VBS this summer! Please contact
Darla if you have any of the following items that we can have or borrow:
- railroad or train items
- vintage or older looking leather luggage to decorate our train station
- Note: Boxes no longer needed--we have enough!
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Camp Wapo
Registration is now open for summer 2020 dates at Camp Wapo. Come join us at Camp Wapo this summer and build friendships, engage in praise and worship, play crazy fun games, and much much more! Students should register for the grade they will complete this year.
- Seeds (Gr. 1-3) Weekend, June 26-28
- Youth Week (Gr. 4-8), June 28-July 3
- Sr High (Gr. 9-12), June 28-July 3
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Faith Community Nurse Opening
We are now hiring a Faith Community Nurse for 15 hours per week.
If you or someone you know is interested, the job application is available at
www.lakeviewhealth.org
. For more information, you can talk to Pastor Karna or contact the St. Croix Valley Faith Community Nursing Program Director, Jennifer Agen, at 651-430-8734 or
jennifer.y.agen@lakeview.org
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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
Pastor Karna Moskalik with any of your needs.
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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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