Tuesday, May 23, 2023

“See, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind.”

(Isaiah 65:17)

Dear OSLC Members and Friends,

We are so blessed to have ministry opportunities for all ages at OSLC! As I look at our Facebook page, we have recent pictures and videos of multiple generations blessing one another. Quilters joyfully designed gorgeous quilts for our graduates. Parents deepened friendships over a backyard picnic. Youth were blessed by the quilters, their parents and this whole church as we covered them in prayer and with unique quilts. Preschool children learned new songs about Jesus. A morning Bible study is drawing in new members and visitors as we all deepen our faith walk. The pictures and videos on Facebook are only a small glimpse of the many more happenings throughout this church.

Here are a couple of pictures that also reflect the generations sharing God’s love. Our amazing Property and Grounds crew finished the Playground project last week! We were waiting for over a year for the toddler pieces to arrive. These two pictures reflect the before simple equipment we had, and the new fully installed equipment that will last indefinitely. Thank you P&G for your incredible dedication and hard work to create a space for our children to play!

As many love to enjoy the great outdoors in the summertime in Minnesota, Brian and I will be gone over Memorial Weekend. We will be at our annual fishing trip with friends at their cabin in Fairbanks, Minnesota. There will be no cell coverage or internet access for us while we are enjoying God’s creation. If an emergency should arise, please contact either Pastor John or Pastor Keith.

May you also find time to play and enjoy this beautiful earth that God has made!

Faithfully,

Pastor Karna

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Memorial Day Weekend

Sunday, May 28, 2023

Message: Pastor Keith Lentz

9:00 AM (Online)

Blended Worship

Special Music: JuBellate

9:30 AM (Sanctuary)

Traditional Worship

Special Music: Joel Ortman

7:30 pm AA

 Online services found at

www.oslcstillwater.org 

Missed a Live streamed service? 

Watch it later from our website under

"Sermons"

Worship Changes

• Single Worship service on Memorial Day Weekend - May 28 @ 9:30 am in the sanctuary.
• Summer Schedule begins the following week, June 4, with worship services at 8:00 am in the sanctuary and 9:30 am in the CLC with the Praise Team. 

8:00 AM Sunday Morning Volunteers

Volunteers are needed to greet, read, usher, assist with communion, make/serve coffee & provide treats. If you feel the inclination, treats would be so appreciated for Sunday coffee. If interested, please sign-up from the church website under "What's Happening" or just click HERE.

Announcements

Mission Jamaica Trip Meeting

Interested in a mission trip this spring? ‘A vacation with a purpose’. 

March 9-16, 2024, fly to Montego Bay Jamaica and stay at an all inclusive resort. Bus trip up the mountain 4 days to work at Westhaven, home for 100 kids with disabilities. Help with their daily care, help them at school, help do laundry, small painting and construction projects, work in the garden, show loving concern to children and staff. Then have 3 days of R&R (rest and reflect) in the sun where ‘it is always 80 and sunny’!

Sponsored by Mission Jamaica through St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi. Informational meeting to be held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Stillwater on Wednesday, May 31, at 6:30 pm. Contact Mary Anderson for more information at 651-295-3641.

New Member Class

Interested in officially joining Our Savior’s? You are invited to attend our new member class on Sunday, June 4, at 10:45 am in the Fireside Room. Learn more about our mission and meet other new members as well. Please RSVP to the church office at info@oslcstillwater.org. If you are unable to attend this class but would like to join, contact Pastor Karna, karna@oslcstillwater.org

2024 Mission Partner Trips

Mark your calendars for special trips to connect with our Mission Partners:



• Jamaica trip: March 9-16, 2024, Information meeting: Wednesday, May 31, at 6:30 PM. Contact Mary Anderson (651)295-3641 for more information.
• Guatemala trip: June 26-July 2, 2024. Information meeting to be determined. Contact Becky Maier (651)271-3758 for more information. 

Youth & Family Ministry

Legacy Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations to five of our High School Graduates who received an OSLC Legacy Scholarship Award.

• Matthew Fjestad
• Lauren Guinee
• Chloe Knuteson
• Sara Norton
• Sam Olson

Children & Family Ministry

OSLC PARK DAY

When: Friday, June 16 (weather permitting)

Who: All ages - bring a friend!

Time: 9:30-11:00 am

Where: Lakeside Park, Bayport

What: We will provide a craft and snack. Kids can play at the playground. Bring a lunch if you want to stay for a picnic. All are Welcome! Invite a friend!

Stellar VBS: Shine Jesus' Light

At Stellar VBS, kids explore how Jesus shined hope, love, forgiveness, and joy to the world—and how we can do the same with his power! You can expect a week full of faith discoveries, memorable music, and epic adventures that help kids grow in friendship with Jesus!

When: Monday-Thursday, July 31 - August 3, 2023

Time: 9 am - 12 pm

Who: Children ages 3 yrs (by Sept 1, 2022 AND potty-trained)

through Grade 4 (completed in 2022-23 school year)

Cost: $45.00

Registration closes June 23, 2023.

Click to REGISTER NOW!

NOTE: This year's online VBS payments will be handled from the church website under "DONATE." Please use the link found on your completed registration email.

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 or Community Nurse, Rachel Sass, with any of your needs.