By the grace of God, we at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church are filled with the Holy Spirit and respond to God's love by sharing the Good News with our friends and neighbors. We go into our community and world to make a difference in the name of Jesus.
Waiting
Advent is upon us once again. Christmas is on the horizon, and we now wait patiently. Or do we? Waiting is not something we like to do. The late Henri Nouwen wrote in an Advent devotional about waiting:
In our personal lives, waiting is not a very popular pastime. Waiting is not something we
anticipate with or experience with joy and gladness! In fact, most of us consider waiting a waste
of time. Perhaps this is because our culture in which we live is basically saying, “Get going! Do
something! Show you are able to make a difference! Don’t just sit there and wait!”
What if we think of Advent as a time to reflect on our need to be busy and to “do” rather than “be”? What if Advent could be a paradoxical companion of patience during the harried holiday season? Advent reminds us that the nature of our waiting is not one of fear but of excitement and mystery. We wait for the fullness of God to be revealed more clearly for us, and God promises that the future ultimately will be good. As people of faith, we live into that mysterious future with hope and wonder of what God has in store. As Advent begins, let us wait together and celebrate this season of anticipation.
Blessings and peace,
Pastor Joel
The office will close at noon today, and will be closed tomorrow for the holiday.
THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH
As a Reconciling in Christ congregation, we believe in a God who loves all people unconditionally. You are welcomed and affirmed here regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion or economic status. We are a church that is committed to anti-racism. We stand by our belief that God loves us all, no matter what.
Join us for Worship Service
Sundays at 10:30 am
We meet in-person and also broadcast live on YouTube.
Bring a friend or neighbor and join us soon!
We look forward to connecting with you.
Peace be with you!
Advent Carols and Dessert Potluck!Come join together on December 18, at 7 pm for an evening of Christmas Carols and delicious desserts. Consider bringing your favorite dessert to share. There will pies, cookies and all sorts of fun treats. If you play an instrument, bring it with you and play with the Carols. We will gather in the fellowship hall.
Carols By Candlelight at Zion Lutheran
Wednesday, December 14th at 6:30pm, Zion Lutheran Church (7215 Valley View Rd., Ferndale). All are welcome to gather at Zion for an evening of Christmas carol-singing, special music presentations and festive decorations. Holiday refreshments will be served afterwards. Plan to attend this fun, community event!
~ Rev. Rebecca Langholz
Volunteer for Worship Service or Our Meal
We can always use your assistance with tasks on Sundays. And now that the community meal has started, we'd love for you to lend a hand serving there too! Please call or email the office if you would like to volunteer, or use the sign-up sheets in the narthex. THANK YOU!!
Bible Study, Wednesdays at 1 pm
Join the OSLC community in the Fellowship Hall on Wednesday afternoons at 1 pm. We'll check in and explore the coming week's Gospel lesson. Pastor Joel leads us through an informative PowerPoint presentation and facilitates discussion. Download next week's text and discussion questions here.
Calling All Young People
All middle school and high school students are invited to attend our Confirmation Pizza Nights. We meet the second Sunday of each month from 5-6 pm in the Fellowship Hall to have pizza, engage in lively discussion, and have fun! For more information, talk to Pastor Joel.
Calling Everyone to Sunday School
Join us when we gather for Sunday School at 9:45 AM in the Fellowship Hall, the first Sunday of the month. We have activities such as singing songs, making crafts and creatively connecting the Gospel for the week with our daily lives. It will be fun and educational for our youngest, oldest and all people in between.
The Annual Congregational Meeting will be held February 5, 2023 immediately following worship. Save the date!
OUR MINISTRIES
Lutheran Campus Ministry
We meet on campus each Wednesday at 6 PM in Bond Hall 111 for pizza and bible study. We will also meet on Sunday, December 4 at 6 pm for Pizza & Game Night. Hope to see you there!
PRAYER LIST
Please hold in prayer these members, friends and family...
~ Charlene (Cochran, sister of Merrilee Swinehart) for comfort and peace in assisted living. And for
Charlene’s daughter and caregiver, Heather, for peace and strength.
~ Darlene Moore, for healing from back pain.
~ David (Hoyt, twin brother to Darlene Moore) for comfort and healing.
~ Karen Lyon for comfort and peace in assisted living.
~ Laurel (Leigh, friend and mentor of Sue Cross) for healing and strength.
~ Lucy Smith, for healing.
~ Margie (sister of Alice Reberger) for strength and comfort.
~ Margaret Smithson for healing from emphysema.
~ Sue Cross for wisdom.
~ Summer Trudell for healing.
And our ministries...
Please let Pastor Joel or Rebecca in the office know of changes or additions to this list.
Carols By Candlelight at Zion Lutheran
Volunteer for Worship Service or Our Meal
Calling Everyone to Sunday School
Annual Congregational Meeting
Monthly Articles by our Synod Bishop & VP
