Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Weekly Happenings
“Open to Serve a Loving Christ”
A Stephen Ministry Congregation

Included in our prayers this week

Pam Schipper, Linda Eng, Jo Anne Ramsdell, Orin Tollefson, Derek Gerlach, Elaine Powers, Cory Scofield, Vern Thorson
All of our services members;
Especially Brandon Peters, Dylan Erickson, David Eng, Nick Orlick, Cyrah Gundvaldson, & Bridget Flannery

THANK YOU!

THANK YOU:
Greeters: Bethan & Daron Thielsen and Family
                 Jaycie Pulscher
Pianist: Alison Ramsdell
Song Leader: Jason Unger
Sound board: Beth Wesala & Allen Loehr
Reader: Jaycie Pulscher
Acolytes: Trevor Peters & Blake Thielsen
NEW MEMBER?? If there’s anyone interested in becoming a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran, please contact the church office, 9979-2186 or oslcf@iw.net. We’d be excited to welcome you into our church family!

VISITORS: Please fill out the tan, cross card in your pew!
Have a SUGGESTION for council?  Please put it in the suggestion box located on the counter in the fellowship hall.
COUNCIL MINUTES from past months are available on the bulletin board in the Education Unit.
DEADLINE NOTICE: HAPPENINGS need to be turned into the office by Wednesday before 3:30 in order to have them printed before Wednesday night services.
See below to download current Weekly Happenings
Click here to view previous Weekly Happenings: Past Weekly Happenings
REMINDER: OSLC is signed up for Electronic offering giving
There are many ways to electronically give to OSLC.
1. Click Link above
2. Mobile phone app available called VANCO MOBILE.  (GivePlus will no longer work after 9/30)
3. Direct transfer from your bank directly to OSLC, account 4919.
​We thank you for your continual support whether it is a one time or repeating gift. Questions can be directed to Mary Beth Sutton, Benevolence committee or leave a message on the office phone.
ADVENT MIDWEEK SERVICES Tune into the OSLC Christmas Movie Channel at 6:30 in the OSLC Sanctuary for our movie of the week:  Christmas Vacation, starring Zechariah and Elizabeth and a special appearance by John the Baptist!  Preparations for the first Christmas have never been so hilarious!  It’s not a picture perfect story, but God turns it into a perfect outcome!  
FROM THE PASTOR  Each week I will have stated office hours. These are going to fluctuate for bit while I'm settling in and as we get through the holiday season. Eventually, I'll settle into regular office hours! And you'll find that I am in the office at other times than my stated hours. The "official" office hours are listed so you know when I'm in the office (and don't have a meeting or am getting ready for a meeting!) in case you want to call or stop by.  One morning each week I'll be at JJ's - stop by and have coffee with me!
LEFSA It’s lefsa making time! Join us on Monday, December 12th. The peeling/cooking crew starts at 8:00. There will be two sessions for the rolling/cooking crew. The first crew will start at 12:00 and the second crew will start at 6:00 pm.  There are lots of jobs from mixing to bagging. You don’t have to be an experienced lefsa baker to come help!! We will sell the lefsa on Sunday December 18. No orders will be taken. See Nancy Carlsrud or Diana with questions. Please sign up to help on sheets in fellowship hall.
CONFIRMATION CLASSES resume November 30th, 5-6 grades will be 3:30-4:30.  7-8 grades should be here at 5:30 to join in with the Soup Supper and will attend the 6:30 Advent Service.
YOUTH BREAKFAST/SUNDAY SCHOOL SINGS Don’t forget to mark your calendar for December 4th! You don’t want to miss the kids singing or the great breakfast the Youth Group provides for us.
WELCA CHRISTMAS POTLUCK will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, December 8th. This year we decided to give snacks that we have purchased for our shut-ins instead of homemade goodies. We will deliver as many as we can that same day. Please plan to attend and share one of your special Christmas recipes with us for our potluck.  Thank you! MERRY CHRISTMAS from OSLC WELCA.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! The Sunday School Christmas Program will be on December 18, 2022

Church Chuckles

New twist on Lot's tale

A father was reading Bible stories to his young son. He read, 'The man named Lot was warned to take his wife and flee out of the city, but his wife looked back and was turned to salt.'
 
His son asked, 'What happened to the flea?'

Volunteer / Donate

If you are someone who doesn’t mind reading, serving communion, singing, serving coffee, etc… on any given Sunday, please add your name to the list in the Fellowship Hall or let the office know with a quick call (997-2186) or e-mail (oslcf@iw.net). Thanks so much!
FEEDING SOUTH DAKOTA will bring its mobile food pantry to the Flandreau, High School football field (line up on N. Veterans) 2pm - 3pm, Dec 19. Although the date is subject to change.  Please use this resource as needed.
​Sound/video system operators needed:  We are in continuous need of individuals/couples who will run the system. It is much easier than you think!! A training session is available; an instruction sheet leads you through every step. And we have mentors to sit beside you until you are comfortable. WE CAN’T project the service without someone running the computer. Let Becky Sayler, or the office know of your interest. Duties would be once a month or less.
QUILTING NEEDS:
SEWERS to put material together
Embroidery thread:
     3 of each color
Masking tape
Flat sheets: New or used in good shape
Monetary donations for batting
OSLC’s BETHEL BOARD of DIRECTORS position will need to be filled. The Bethel Board meets the 4th Monday of each month. The Board is comprised of an Executive Committee, Building Committee, Finance Committee, and Policy Committee. The board members listen to things related to the operation of Bethel, make recommendations and vote on matters that relate to the building, financials, and policies. OSLC is a part owner of Bethel, so it is
important we have representation on the board. Linda Meier has served her 2 consecutive terms on the board, and like other outgoing board members, has stated her experience was rewarding and helped give a better understanding on the operations of nursing homes.  Linda is happy to answer any questions you have! Thank you for your consideration!
BREADBASKET: The Breadbasket has a theme-based suggestion list for every month. All regular food and monetary donations are still happily accepted
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December:  (Cooking Staples) Flour, sugar, brown sugar, cooking oil, baking soda, corn starch, salt, black pepper cocoa, corn syrup, vanilla, monetary donations for milk and butter.

 If you are in need of food, bring your photo ID and official piece of mail with your name and address on it to the register. Open Thursdays from 1:30-5pm. Located at 202 E 2nd Ave. Flandreau. You can receive food once a month. Please like us on Facebook for updates and reminders. 
Breadbasket VOLUNTEERS Needed
The Moody County is seeking volunteers to help on Thursdays. If you are interested, please contact Becky via Face-book or email at the.breadbasket@yahoo.com
​MOODY COUNTY CARES: COVID-19 Response The Moody County Ministerial Association and Moody County Cares are working together along with the Bread-basket, Maynard's, and others to coordinate a response to the needs for food and other essentials by the people of Moody County during the COVID-19 Pandemic. This effort will serve two groups of people: those who can't afford needed items such as food, soap, and laundry detergent, and those who can afford needed items but need to stay isolated for health reasons (seniors, immunocompromised, etc). Please contact the help center by dialing 211, by texting 898211 or reach out to us on moodycountycares.com If you would like to volunteer please visit www.moodycountycares.com/
THE FLIERS CLOSET is a collection of community donated items that are available to Flandreau students. We are currently accepting new or like new boy and girl sizes extra small to medium and women and men small sweatpants, as well as monetary donations. If you have questions, you can Email Emma.Peters@k12.sd.us.