Greetings!
"There is no season when such pleasant and sunny spots may be lighted on, and produce so pleasant an effect on the feelings, as now in October."
- Nathaniel Hawthorne
We are truly blessed this week with spectacular autumn weather so enjoy while it lasts!
Pastor Kim's new sermon series titled, "Keys to Contentment", continues this week. Here's what we can look forward to in his message this Sunday.
"Past blunders and mistakes can often burden our lives and bring us grief and heartache, even things that were done long ago. As we look to God for contentment, let us remind ourselves that we’re to learn from our past (Paul, forgetting what lies behind) and focus more on where we’re at (present) and where we’re going (future)."
Thanks for reading and keeping up!
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The Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost
October 14, 2018
"Life in the Rear View Mirror"
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Traditional Worship Service - 8:45 a.m.
Contemporary Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.
Scripture Readings
Click the links to read the passage.
Gospel Reading
Childcare Available
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Important dates coming up...
- October 14 - Fellowship Forum 10:00 a.m.
- Sunday October 14 & 21 - New Member Orientation
- October 28 - Reformation Sunday - One Service at 10:00 a.m. followed by a potluck in the Fireside Room. WEAR RED!
- October 28 - Kids Harvest Party, 5:00 p.m.
- November 21 - Thanksgiving Eve Service/Piefest
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Join us this Sunday for a church council-led Fellowship Forum in the Fireside Room at 10:00 a.m. This month the forum will focus on news from the council for the new church year and other events coming soon at Our Savior's. There will be coffee, tea and treats so don't miss out!
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This week it's Food Pantry Sunday at Our Savior's and the volunteers are looking for your help. Please bring canned and non-perishable groceries to stock the shelves for our ever-growing local ministry. Peanut butter, canned soups and stews, chili, canned fruit, vegetables, and tuna are always in need.
Thanks for your support!
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Fellowship/Physical & Spiritual Wellness
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Ruth Circle will meet Monday, Oct. 15
th, at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room. All are welcome for fellowship and Bible Study. For further information, please contact Jackie Wischmeyer: 503-655-5864 or
jgwischmeyer@comcast.net
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Interested in going to Greece in the fall of 2019? Join Pastor Kim and Patti Ryall on Thursday, October 11, at 7 p.m., in the Fireside Room to explore that possibility. We’ll gauge interest, talk itinerary, and discuss various options. It will be a fun evening of information sharing. Come and learn a little more.
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Reformation Sunday Potluck
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Time for another delicious OSLC potluck! Sunday, October 28, immediately following the special 10:00 a.m. service, the Fireside Room will be set up for you to enjoy a wonderful time of fellowship and tasty dishes. Remember, only one service that day. We will provide the entrée – pulled pork sandwiches. There will also be a vegan option and something for the kids.
Now here's your part: Sign-up in the narthex to bring either salads, chips, or desserts or to help with set-up or clean-up.
Don’t miss this traditional fall gathering that is always a highlight of the church year. Invite a friend, and don’t forget to wear red!
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Want to help with the Christmas Program? Volunteers are needed for the following:
- Easy costumes for the children - It's "sew easy" to lend a hand with a little light "seamstressary".
- Food for reception between services - Do you have a knack for cookie procurement? Are you a snack savant? Do you have a penchant for picnics?
- Orchestra - Want to play an instrument?
- Vocals - Want to sing?
We have a place for YOU! Please contact our program coordinator, Lynne Shaffer. at
lynne.shaffer60@yahoo.com or 503-320-4757.
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From the Intercessory Prayer Team
CONTENTMENT [3 of 4] The Foundation, the Walk, the Attitude "In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in the very nature of God, did not consider...
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This year on Veteran's Day, we would like to acknowledge and honor all our military personnel, both active and retired. If you are serving or have served, or have immediate family (son, daughter, mother, father) we would like to share a photo at Our Savior's. The photo can be of you/them in uniform or not. Please list your name and branch of service on the back of the photo. 3x5 images are preferred, but we can work with other sizes as well. There will be a special box in the Fireside Room to drop your photos. All pictures will be returned. Please bring them by October 17.
Thank you,
The Military Appreciation Group
Susan Hook, Suzie Carmichael, Nancy Klein, Patti Ryall, Roni Skinner
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Tom Opatz
Special Agent
U.S. Army Counterintelligence
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Hey Kids, put a reminder in your mom’s phone! OSLC Harvest Party is coming Sunday, October 28, at 5:00 p.m. All kids and youth are invited to this autumn classic and you are encouraged to wear a costume (No scary stuff, please).
Games, candy, tons of fun for all!
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Sermon podcasts are a great way to stay in touch with Our Savior's if you are busy or out of town. Enjoy the audio replays on your tablet, laptop, or phone.
Each week you'll find inspiring and positive messages that will uplift and energize you throughout the week. Click the links or the image to be taken to the sermon library.
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Event Reservation Forms - Attention Shepherd Group leaders, Ministries, and all others organizing church activities. If you plan to host a Bible study, Shepherd Group, Circle, Ministry meeting or any other gathering it is important that you fill out an Event Request Form to put your event on the OSLC master calendar. If your event will take place on church property, please indicate what room you wish to reserve. If your event will take place off-site, we still need you to fill out a form. Gatherings that take place on a recurring basis may be scheduled all at once. Please indicate on the form if it is to be a recurring event. Forms are available outside the main office or by
clicking here. You can also simply email your request to
slobodanp@oursaviors.net. Remember, room reservations are on a first come first served basis.
Announcements - Send announcements or information for the bulletin or weekly newsletter to our communications specialist, Jeff Brosy, at
jeffb@oursaviors.net.
Submission deadline for publications is Wednesdays by noon.
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