CYF Ministries
(Children, Youth & Family)
December 2021 E-Newsletter
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Pictures from CYF Ministries in October & November
These past couple of months have provided so much fun, community and memories for CYF Ministries at Our Saviour's! Check out the pictures here:
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Blue Christmas
As we think about the last year, Our Saviour's acknowledges the pain and loss this year has brought. You are invited to come on Thursday, Dec. 2 from 6:30 to 7:30pm for a unique service dedicated to those who want some time and space to recognize the pain and loss that you have experienced personally and that we have experienced collectively. This worship experience will be held in the Worship Space and will include open-house prayer stations. You will be invited to visit as many prayer stations as you would like, including:
· For Loss From Covid 19
· Courage Through the Storm for Mental Health
· Empty Chair for Those Who Grieve
· Communion
You can come and go on your own during this time.
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Community Christmas
Invite your neighbors, friends and family for a community Christmas!
Saturday, December 4th
Wear your favorite Christmas Pajamas for the Christmas Pajama contest – prizes awarded!
$5/person, $20 max/household
Donations of non-perishable food and hygiene items will be collected for NACE Food Shelf.
1:30-2:45pm – Cookie decorating, art projects, cake walk, pictures with Santa, make an ornament, make Christmas Cards for Cedar Creek Senior Living
2:45-4:30pm – Viewing of “Elf”. Concessions available! Feel free to bring blankets, sleeping bags, bean bags, and other comfortable seating if you would like. Chairs also available.
4:30-5pm Christmas tree lighting and carols (Bring your warm outdoor clothing!)
Confirmation students - do you have service project hours to make up? Come at 1pm and we can get you helping out!
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Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship
Friday, December 24
We’re excited to be worshiping indoors for Christmas again! Times & other specifics are listed below. On Christmas Eve, we’ll have candlelight at every service, and you’ll be able to come forward to receive Communion. Communion kits will be available for those who prefer not to come forward. If you’d like a little more elbow room, we suggest you consider choosing the 12:30 or 9:00 pm service; 2:30 & 4:30 are usually the most full. Attending one of the other hours also leaves room for more visitors. That said, please worship at a time that works for you!
12:30 pm - Organ-led Worship with Children’s Message
2:30 & 4:30 pm - Band-led Worship with Children’s Message
9:00 pm - Organ-led Worship
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No CYF Programming
Due to Christmas & New Years
Wednesdays, Dec 22 & 29
Sundays, Dec 26 & Jan 2
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Children's Beach Party!
Starting to get the winter blues? Need a change of scenery? Join us for an indoor beach party!
Who: Preschool - 5th Grade with a parent/guardian
What: Games, crafts, snacks, learn what Jesus did on the beach and more!
Where: Our Saviour's
When: Saturday, January 15th, 9-11am
Cost: $5/child. Can be paid at the event or ahead of time by placing a well labeled payment in the CYF box on the wall behind the reception desk
Other Details: Wear your favorite beach wear: Hawaiian shirt, shorts, flip flops, hats, sunglasses, sun dress, swim trunks.
Sign up: Sign up by Sunday, January 9th on the CYF Board or by emailing Laura, CYF Administrative Specialist at lwelciek@oursaviourslc.org
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Confirmation-Hosted Feed My Starving Children Service Night
Thursday, January 13
6:45pm-8:45pm
Ages 5+
This Family Service night is hosted by Confirmation but open to ALL of the Congregation! Spots limited.
Early registration for confirmation students and guides is Nov 24-Dec 8. Opens to the rest of the congregation Dec 9-Jan 13
Who Should Come?
Ages 5 + are welcome! Need to be 5 years old to participate with parent and need to be 6th grade to participate without parent.
What time?
We will meet to check-in at 6:45 p.m. at the Coon Rapids Feed My Starving Children Location. Our shift is from 7:00 p.m.- 8:45 p.m. Pickup is at 8:45 p.m.
Feed My Starving Children
401 93rd Ave NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Participants are responsible for finding their own transportation.
How do I sign up?
A sign up can be found on the Children Youth and Family Board. Please sign up 1 person per line. Space is limited so sign up today!
Donations
Feed My Starving Children takes monetary donations and also has a store available on site. Purchases benefit the organization and the people around the world that they serve. Participants welcome to bring money to donate or shop in the store on site.
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Amazon Wish List
*NEW ITEMS ADDED*
As our CYF team continues to plan for a wonderful future together with all of you, we have put together an Amazon Wish List.
If you're looking for a quick, easy way to contribute, this is for you! Click on the button below, add items to your list (as low as $5!), and have them shipped directly to the CYF team at Our Saviour's!
Together we will journey in so many wonderful ways!
Thank you for all the ways in which you support the CYF Ministries of Our Saviour's!
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Confirmation students, don't forget that each student is responsible for completing 10 Whispers & Wonderings each year of Confirmation. Use the form to guide you through engaging in worship. Questions? Contact Leisha or Laura.
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Quake is Back!!!
Who: 6-12th Graders
What: A weekend gathering exploring faith, Christian living, a life of ministry and leadership… through speakers, music, breakout sessions and so much more amazingness!
Where: Minneapolis/St Paul Airport Mall of America, 3800 American Boulevard East, Bloomington 55425
Cost:
$140 if paid by 12/31/2021
$165 if paid 1/1/2022-1/31/2022
Register: Make checks out to Our Saviour’s Lutheran Chruch, write “Quake” and the participant’s name in the memo. Place registration check in the box labeled “Youth” on the wall behind the reception desk. You are considered registered once your payment is received.
Other Important Info: Must have an Offisite Permission Form (for 2021-2022) on file to attend. You will also be asked to contribute a few food items (will be communicated after sign-ups are complete). We will be making meals in our hotel room to increase fellowship, fun, and to save money. No other cost will be incurred during the event unless you want to bring money for event memorabilia.
Adults Needed: Adults 21+ needed. Please email Leisha or sign up on the CYF Board in the rotunda if you are interested.
Check out this promotional video:
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CYF Volunteer Appreciation
This appreciation event is for anyone who has helped at all in 2021 with CYF Ministries: VBS, Kids' Ministries, Confirmation, events, trips, behind-the-scenes, decorating, etc.
Please join us on
Sunday, January 9th,
11:30am-1:30pm
in the Gathering Space at Our Saviour's.
Lunch will be provided.
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Save the Date!
Youth Game Night
6-12th Grade
Friday, January 28th,
6:30-10:30pm
Jackbox Games, Sardines and more!
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Camp Wapo - Save the Dates!
It's that time already! Mark your calendars for the 2022 Camp Wapo dates!
SEEDS: Grades 1-3: June 24-26
Youth & High School: June 26-July 1
Find out more about the Camp Wapo opportunities here:
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Please fill out the form below to cover the following:
What: Permission/Emergency information for offsite activities
Who: All youth in 6th grade and up
When: Covers Sept 2021-Aug 2022
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Mission Trip 2022
Monthly Announcements for Participants
Payment Schedule Reminder
Sunday, October 17 - $150 - If you have not yet paid this scheduled payment, please do so asap.
Sunday, November 21 - $150
Sunday, January 16 - $150
Fundraiser Help
Sunday, December 4th
1-5:30pm at Community Christmas
Please plan to attend!
Sign up for Text Reminders
Text @2022duluth to 81010 to sign up for text reminders regarding meetings, payments due, fundraisers, etc.
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2022 ELCA Youth Gathering
Spots still available!
Check out all the details for the Youth Gathering here:
Fundraiser Help
Sunday, December 4th
1-5:30pm at Community Christmas
Please plan to attend!
Sign up for Text Reminders
Text @yg2022 to 81010 to sign up for text reminders regarding meetings, payments due, fundraisers, etc.
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Text Message Reminders
Want to receive text message updates/reminders about confirmation and youth ministries at OSLC? Here's how you can sign up for text messages on the different ministries:
NEW!
Children's Ministries
(PreK-5th Grade):
text @oslckidmin to the number 81010
Confirmation
(6th-8th Grade):
text @oslcconfir to the number 81010
Middle School
(6th-8th Grade):
text @oslcmiddle to the number 81010
Senior High
(9th-12th Grade):
text @oslcsenior to the number 81010
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Job Opportunities at OSLC
There are a couple of job opportunities at Our Saviour's! One of which is a part-time Children's Ministry Coordinator! No experience or formal training necessary! Check out the opportunities here:
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Our Saviour's CYF (Children, Youth & Family) Ministries is a safe place for all!
If you or someone you know is in need of support, the CYF staff is here for you.
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If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. We are here at Our Saviour's to listen and support.
This Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a great resource to have saved in your phone. Please take a moment to do so and share and use as you need.
You are never alone and you are loved just as you are!
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Leisha Tays, CYF Innovator,
Laura Welciek, CYF Administrative Specialist,
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