Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Weekly Happenings
“Open to Serve a Loving Christ”
Included in our prayers this weekLinda Eng, Derek Gerlach, Cory Scofield, Hayley Hansen, Bruce Clark, Dee Hammer, Karen Lang, Jim Frisbee, George Loehr, Barry Tollefson, Audrey Tollefson, Emerson and parents Darren and Beth Smith (Lora Smith-Ehnes' son),Taylor Plooster, Darlene Wolf, Donna Warner Strange, and Sandy Harris.
All of our services members; Especially Brandon Peters, Dylan Erickson, David Eng, Nick Orlick & Bridget Flannery THANK YOU!Greeters: Dale & Carolyn Johnson Reader: John Duffert Coffee: John & Cindy Duffert Communion: John & Cindy Duffert, Jared Sanderson Organist: Alison Ramsdell Song Leader: Jason Unger Sound board: Beth Wesala & Allen Loehr Acolytes: Evan Hoffman LET US CELEBRATE YOU! Let us know your (or your children or grandchildren) accomplishments: sports, honor roll, FFA, music and theater, and other school activities. Adults, you’re included too: promotions, certifications, and other acknowledgements. If you're proud of it, let us know!
GIVING STATEMENTS are available upon request. Please leave a message for the office if you would like a printed copy.
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Let's celebrate by donating toothbrushes for the Breadbasket. Individually packaged toothbrushes are best, but multi-packs will be distributed to families. Thank you!
NOON PRAYER: Livestreamed on the church Facebook page Monday - Thursday at noon. Join in a brief break in the weekday to stop and center yourself, while meditating on the scripture texts for the next Sunday.
COFFEE CONVERSATIONS: Tuesdays 10am. Everyone is welcome to join us for coffee and conversation! The quilters take a break for coffee and treats, and some lively conversation. Please drop in!
NEW MEMBER?? If there’s anyone interested in becoming a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran, please contact the church office, 9979-2186 or [email protected]. 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 ushers table in the fellowship hall. If they are not there check with the office.
DEADLINE NOTICE: HAPPENINGS need to be turned into the office by Wednesday before 11:30 in order to have them printed for Sunday services.
See below to download current Weekly Happenings
Click here to view previous Weekly Happenings: Past Weekly Happenings CONFIRMATION PICTURES: If anyone has pictures of the confirmation classes of 2009-2012, if you could provide the office with a copy, it would be greatly appreciated.
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Happy Baptism Birthday! On the 3rd Sunday of each month, we celebrate baptism anniversaries for children up 8th grade. The anniversary of your baptism - or Baptism Birthday - is important. It marks the day you became part of God's family, just as your birthday is the day you became part of your family. Each year on your birthday, you celebrate how you have grown. So during the month of your Baptism Birthday, we are going to celebrate how you have grown in your faith!
February Baptism Birthdays: Colton Van Dyke, Laila Rose, Ryker Headrick, Oakleigh Blum, Stella Rose, Ettalynn Sanderson, Truitt Harris MEDARY CONFERENCE ASSEMBLY: will be held on February 23, 2025 at the University Lutheran Center, 1404 8th St. Brookings SD.
Each congregation should have their lay delegates and rostered leaders attend. What can you expect at our conference assembly? Hear from representatives of our synod and synod partners about what is going on in their respective ministries which we are a part of. Elect representatives from our conference to serve and bring our voice to our Synod and conference leadership. SD Synod Bishop nominations. Bring any resolutions forward for consideration at our annual Synod Assembly (resolution deadline is March 31). With the University Lutheran Center (ULC) hosting us this year, we also get to tour renovations at their facilities and see first-hand the important ministry they do with students at SDSU. They will have SDSU ice cream and beverages as a free will fundraiser. Also, please consider bringing a financial offering for the ULC or “caffeine for college students” with assorted canned beverages Let’s show them our support! WELCA LOVE OFFERING: Each year in February (the “LOVE” month) the WELCA ladies of OSLC hand out envelopes for our LOVE OFFERING donations which is given to local missions such as The Breadbasket, Team of Angels, Ministerial Association, Wholeness Center & Weekend Fuel (weekend meals for school students). All these organizations are in Flandreau and serve our area. So we are asking you to show your “Love” to them by generously donating. For your convenience, you will find an envelope for your donation in the fellowship hall. If writing a check, please be sure to make it payable to “OSLC WELCA”. Please place it in the Sunday offering or mail it to the church office at 505 S. Wind St, Flandreau, SD 57028, marked “OSLC WELCA”. You may also use your own envelope & mail it to the church address & mark it “WELCA Love Offering”. Thank you for your generosity!
SUNDAY SCHOOL
NO SUNDAY SCHOOL February 16, 2025 WELCA BIBLE STUDY: next meeting is February 20, 2025, at 10:30 in the Fellowship Hall. Copies of the Bible study are available in the magazine rack inside the Ed. Unit if you do not receive the Gather Magazine. Please join us!
“THE CHOSEN” SEASON 2 BIBLE STUDY: Join us for our Bible study around the show “The Chosen”. We gather from 3-5 pm in the afternoon. We’ll have some yummy snacks to munch on while we watch the episode before engaging in a thoughtful discussion. All are welcome, feel free to bring your friends along. You can call or text Vicki Rentschler (605-864-2004) or Sadie Haugen (605-201-2883) for more information. Last season was enjoyed by all, let’s make this a memorable season together. And if you haven’t watched season one, don’t worry it will still be a great experience and we can catch up you up if you feel the need.
HOCKEY TICKETS: Augustana University is offering $15 discounted tickets to area faith communities to attend "Faith Night" at Augustana Men's Hockey. Friday, Feb. 21, 7:07pm. Midco Arena. Simply click this link for tickets!
CHUCKLESWhy did God create man before woman? Because He didn’t want any advice on how to do it. There are many ways to electronically give to OSLC. 1. Click Link above 2. Mobile phone app available called VANCO MOBILE. 3. Direct transfer from your bank directly to OSLC, FNBSF account 4919. We thank you for your continual support whether it is a one time or repeating gift. If you have questions, call the office during office hours, email oslcf.com or leave a message on the office phone. |
Volunteer / Donate
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!!!
We are in search of sound board operators! It's easier than you think. We offer training, a rotating schedule of one -two times every two months, supportive staff and a true appreciation for your work. Before you say no, please talk to Beth in the office. We are in need of two family unit leaders to make contact members about helping with monthly church activities. i.e. reading, greeting, communion assistance, coffee servers.) Please talk to Diana or Beth for details. Attention, aspiring photographers! Capture the essence of worship and community events with your smartphone or other equipment. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just passionate about photography, we invite you to join our team. Your digital snapshots will help us document and celebrate these special moments. Share your talent and contribute to our community!
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 ([email protected]). Thanks so much!
QUILTING: Everyone is welcome to join us quilt on Tuesday mornings, beginning at 9:00 am. No knowledge is needed. If you can tie your shoe, YOU can do it!
ALTAR GUILD is in need of additional members to help set up and clean up communion, fill candles and assist with other duties. You will be paired with an experienced member, responsible for 2-3 months a year. Please let the office or Diana, Todd, Lisa, Becky or Vicki R if you are interested. It takes less than an hour a week during your assigned month.
Quarters for Laundry with Love: This is an ongoing service project sponsored by the confirmation and pre-confirmation youth. Take one of the labeled pill bottles and as you get loose change, put the quarters in the bottle. When filled, bring back and place in the laundry soap container. We will periodically send the quarters to Church on the Street for their Laundry with Love nights.
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.
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Church wish list:
¨ Sewing supplies: sewing thread, cross stitch thread, 1” masking tape Colored, new or barely used bed sheets, (not white, no microfibers); ¨ Eco-Tank Color Printer ¨ Computer for our Streaming Services ¨ New large Christmas Tree BREADBASKET: The Breadbasket has a theme-based suggestion list for every month. All regular food and monetary donations are still happily accepted.
February: canned green beans / canned corn. 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 [email protected] Do you have extra produce? The Breadbasket loves to accept homegrown fruit and veggies. Their clients are always excited to see fresh produce in the boxes. The extras from your gardens can be dropped off at the Breadbasket on Thursdays (except the 5th Thursday) at 1pm.
ELCA World Hunger has been feeding people around the world and here at home for 50 years! Did you know that LWH doesn't receive synod funding? ELCA World Hunger's work is entirely supported by direct donations from individuals and congregations. To make a donation, designate "ELCA World Hunger" in the memo line, or on your offering envelope. Let's help feed the hungry!
MOODY COUNTY CARES: The Moody County Ministerial Association and Moody County Cares are working together along with the Breadbasket, Maynard's, and others to coordinate a response to the needs for food and other essentials by the people of Moody County. 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). You can Call, Text or Chat using 988 to contact the help center. You can also reach out to us on www.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 [email protected].
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 |
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