Tuesday, January 24, 2022

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Lean not in your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge the Lord;

and God will direct your paths.”

(Proverbs 3:5-6)

Dear OSLC members and friends,

Yesterday I enjoyed the winter wonderland by cross country skiing in my neighborhood. Earlier in the season when I skied there were no paved tracks. This made the journey harder without the cleared pathway. Yesterday, I was delighted that the tracks were in place for a smooth ski. The wonder and beauty of creation filled my heart with peace. I knew I was on the “right track,” as it was paved and clear. This reminded me too of the incredible foundation here at Our Savior’s. God continues to be so very faithful to this church. The pastors that served ahead of me journeyed faithfully with the Lord. What a gift to be here at this healthy and loving church.

It was unexpected to many of us that Pastor Amy is now on a new path and seeking a call that will be a better fit. I am grateful for her ministry among us these past almost two years. I also trust that this is the Holy Spirit’s leading for her as well as for Our Savior’s. While there is often grief when someone leaves, I am also glad that she can pursue her dreams.

Our Bishop Lull echoes that this is the right course at this time. There is incredible wisdom that when a pastor leaves a church, whether in a contract or a settled call, good boundaries are in place. The synod expects good boundaries as it is best for both pastors and the congregations they served. This means that no pastoral acts: visits, worship leadership, baptisms, weddings, funerals etc… would be conducted by Pastor Amy for members at Our Savior’s. This creates space for the new congregational care pastor that we will be seeking. In addition, we have a great team of Stephen Ministers, card senders and staffing in place in this interim. Our Faith Community Nurse Rachel and I are here and equipped to manage pastoral needs.

May you trust in the Lord and know that like a cross country ski, God is leading us on the right track. The Holy Spirit is at work. May Christ’s peace abound in each of you!

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

 Message: Pastor Karna Moskalik

5:00 pm Supper

Menu: Chili Dogs and Mac & Cheese

5:30 PM Worship (CLC)

6:10 pm Faith Formation

6:10 pm Children's Choir

6:10 pm Youth Group Evolve (Gr. 7-9)

7:00 pm Confirmation

7:00 pm Kingdom Choir

Sunday, January 29, 2023

Message: Pastor Karna Moskalik

8:00 AM (Sanctuary)

Traditional Worship

Special Music: Kingdom Choir

9:00 AM (Online)

Blended Worship

Special Music: Kingdom Choir

9:15 am Faith Formation

9:15 am Time for Parents

10:30 AM (CLC)

Contemporary Worship

Worship Leaders: Praise Team

11:45 am Youth Group Evolve (Gr. 7-9)

4:00 pm Youth Group Activate (Gr. 10-12)

 7:30 pm AA

 Online services found at

www.oslcstillwater.org 

Missed a Live streamed service? 

Watch it later from our website under

"Sermons"

8:00 AM Sunday Morning Volunteers

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

New OSLC Member

Please join us in welcoming

Marlys LeClaire

as a new member at

Our Savior's Lutheran Church.

Are you interested in membership at

Our Savior’s? You may join at any time. Contact Pastor Karna to learn more karna@oslcstillwater.org

Stewardship News

Scholarship Donations Requested

As some or most of you know, we have a Legacy Endowment fund that our members can make estate gifts to help fund our mission. We contribute a portion of earnings of the fund to college scholarships for deserving OSLC seniors who apply to the program. As many of you know, we are graduating several Rockstar seniors this year, probably one of the more solid graduating classes in terms of their involvement and leadership in the Youth Program. The unfortunate thing is that last year was a terrible year for the market and the Legacy Fund incurred moderate losses. We expect a rebound, but not in time for the 2023 budget.

The good news is that for this congregation, $1,000 to backfill the Legacy Fund hole with raising funds the old fashioned way should be a relatively easy goal; and $3,000 to fund 2 additional scholarships is also very doable! We have a formal application process already set up and we created a dedicated area on the OSLC donation web page and in the Vanco app to make a one-time online donation. The time is short to raise the funds, announce the scholarships, review applications, and decide recipients before spring, so we are requesting donations as soon as possible!

We feel very blessed to have such a generous congregation who care so much for our Youth. Thank you for your investment into their continuing education. Click on Donate Now!

Announcements

Come Tie Quilts!

Wanted, people willing to tie quilts for this year’s high school graduates at 9:00 am on Wednesdays, January 25 & February 1. No experience necessary, we’ll show you what to do. All are welcome!

Cookies Needed!

Thyme for Grace will be preparing new meals for our church freezer on January 31. Cookies will be needed to be included with those meals. If you are able to provide some cookies for these meals, please let Becky Maier jbmaier@hotmail.com know. And, thank you in advance.

OSLC Guatemala Trip

If you missed the information meeting for those who are going to Guatemala in May but are interested in going, please contact Becky Maier (jbmaier@hotmail.com), Pastor Karna or the church office immediately. 

A Day for Making Comfort

“A Day for Making Comfort” will be on January 28. Over the past few years hundreds of quilts have been completed and given to places in need locally and around the world. You are invited – and encouraged – to join the fun. It all begins at 9:00 am and goes until 3:00 pm. You can attend for just an hour or two or stay for the whole day. The place is Our Savior’s Lutheran. If you are staying for lunch, plan to bring your own. No experience is needed for this event. There is a job for all skill levels, including having no quilting or sewing experience. Bring a friend with you and make a difference.

Children & Family Ministry

First Communion Class

At Our Savior's, we have empowered parents to decide when their child is ready to receive instruction to receive Holy Communion.

Who: 1st - 6th graders and a parent / guardian

Date: Tuesday, March 28 from 6-8 pm (eat before you come)

What to bring: Your Bible

RSVP by March 12: (go to https://oslcstillwater.org under “What’s Happening”) or CLICK HERE

Contact Darla if you need sibling care so we can make arrangements. Children will receive their First Communion in worship on Sunday, April 2 at either the 8:00 or 10:30 am service or Thursday, April 6, at 6:30 pm. Choose the service which works best for your family.

Valley Outreach -- Faith Formation Mission Project

Our 5th and 6th graders and Wednesday evening Faith Formation class are collecting personal hygiene items for Valley Outreach. They are in need of all items but specifically shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrushes, body wash or soap, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products. Please put items in the bin in the Gathering Area by February 12th.

Children's Choir

We are excited to start our Children's Choir for ages K-6th grade! We will meet on Wednesday, January 18 from 6:10-6:40 pm in the music room. Students will practice with our choir director, Jen Sekora, and then sing some Sundays at worship during the school year.

Camp Wapo

Camp Wapo registration begins January 15 through February 15. To sign-up for OSLC slots, please use this link: http://lwlbci.com/os-stillwater

Please sign up before February 15 if you would like a spot during our week.

Parish Nurse

Stay and Pray

Volunteers are available after each service to pray for you! Share any prayer concerns or praises you have during a few minutes of private prayer. After 8 am and Wednesday evening services meet in the nurse's office, after 10:30 am service meet in the Fireside room.

Note: Volunteers are still needed for Stay and Pray, especially after our Wednesday Evening services. If you are interested in sharing the gift of prayer with others at Our Savior’s, contact Rachel Sass at nurse@oslcstillwater.org

Blood Pressure

Blood Pressure Checks are available at church! The third Sunday of the month between services, or upon request. If your blood pressure is elevated, there are things you can do about it! The following are a few tips; for more details talk to your provider, or to Rachel Sass (nurse@oslcstillwater.org). 

  * Eat a well-balanced diet that is low in salt

  * Limit alcohol

  * Enjoy regular physical activity

  * Manage stress

  * Maintain a healthy weight

  * Quit smoking

  * Take your medications properly

  * Work together with your doctor

       American Heart Association (www.heart.org)