“How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord Almighty!

my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.”

 (Psalm 84:1-2)

As we are created in the image of a Triune God, humanity craves meaningful relationships and connections with others. During this pandemic, my husband and I have faithfully called both sets of our parents every day. On a few special occasions, we ventured to visit them at safe social distances outdoors. On the day after Easter, we visited our parents (still masked) in their homes for the first time in over a year and even hugged them. We also heard encouraging news that my father’s cancer is treatable and can be managed. There is nothing quite like the love of a family.

Church is also a very special family—the family of God. When Jesus was on the cross, he was restoring relationships. He looked out to see his mother and beloved disciple and declared them to be family as a “mother and a son.” It was also an incredible joy on Easter Sunday to interact with members and friends both online as well as at the drive-up/outdoor service. To hear the Good News of the empty tomb, to share in Holy Communion, to sing praises to Jesus, and to see the smiles of kids receiving balloons was truly a gift.

As we step in faith in a “hybrid,” model of worship with offering both online and in-person gatherings, I am also mindful of the joy of both worshiping indoors as well as outdoors. As we begin worshiping indoors, in addition, I am curious if any member is interested in learning the technology of the “radio transmitter” to also offer a continuing outdoor option. Currently, we have one member that knows this system well that is willing to train more volunteers. We would need more trained volunteers to continue this as another offering. If there is interest in learning this technology, please contact me.

Starting tomorrow, Wednesday April 7th at 6 PM, we will have our first

“in-building” worship service. Sunday morning, April 11th we will offer a

9 AM online worship and a 10:30 AM in-building worship as well with the limit of 160 people. Masks will be required and singing will be done only by the worship leaders at this stage in the pandemic. Sign-up is required. If you are feeling ill or were potentially exposed to Covid, please enjoy the online option. You’ll notice a couple of details in the sign-up. We’ve accounted 10 spots already for staff & key worship leaders, thus it is 150 members & friends to sign-up. Also, on Sunday April 18th, the schedule will include two in-building worship services to accommodate for Confirmation Sunday.

Here is the sign-up for in-building worship:

Brian and I are so very grateful for all of you—our church family! God bless you always!

April 7, 2021 at 6:00 PM (Indoors - CLC)

Theme: The Lord's Prayer - For Thine is the Kingdom

April 11, 2021 at 9:00 AM (online)

 Online services found on Facebook or at

www.oslcstillwater.org 

*Special Note: That on Sunday April 18th there will be two in person worship services (9:00 am & 11:00 pm) to accommodate for the Affirmation of Baptism of our 10th grade Confirmation class.

The link will also be available on our website under "What's Happening" or you may call or email the church office to reserve your worship spot. info@oslcstillwater.org or 651-439-5704 (leave a message).

Please contact the church office if you need assistance signing up for this event.

The Story Bible Study sessions will resume:

Join us for VBS Rocky Railway: Jesus' Power Pulls Us Through.

At Rocky Railway VBS, kids discover Jesus' power can pull them through life's ups and downs. Creative activities, team-building games and cool Bible songs are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into real life.

We are getting ready for a great week of VBS and need your help! There are many ways to volunteer! Please click on the link below to see how you can use your gifts to help kids hear about Jesus!

Please contact Darla at darla@oslcstillwater.org if you have questions.

Many volunteers are needed to make the awesome decorations we use for VBS! Please contact Darla if you can attend one of the decorating days at Shepherd of the Valley Church. All are welcome to come and help, come for as much time as you can offer.

When: Wednesday, April 14

Time: 9:30-11:00 am

Where: CLC at Our Savior's Lutheran

RSVP: Contact Darla at darla@oslcstillwater.org or 651-308-8641

The Faith Community Nurse Network is offering some wonderful classes this spring! (see list below) For more information or if you would like help signing up let me know! nurse@oslcstillwater.org

Living Well with Chronic Conditions

Seniors may register for these classes by contacting the FCNN staff by phone at (651) 204-0904 or by email at info@fcnntc.org.

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 Rachel Sass with any of your needs.

Interested in learning more about Our Savior’s and/or membership? You may choose a personalized class either on zoom or in person. Contact Pastor Karna at karna@oslcstillwater.org to learn more.

To view church board minutes, please Click Here!

By registering on the Our Savior's Giving Page, downloading the GivePlus+ mobile app, or texting 833-970-0714, you can make a one-time gift or set up a donation that will process automatically on a recurring basis. Recurring donations are convenient for you and provide our church with much needed consistent support throughout the year. We work with Vanco Payment Solutions to provide you a secure platform to manage your giving.

Giving is not a debt you owe; it is a seed you sow." -Unknown  

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