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

Included in our prayers this week

Linda Eng, Derek Gerlach, Cory Scofield, Hayley Hansen, Bruce Clark, Dee Hammer, Karen Lang, Jim Frisbee, George Loehr, Emerson and parents Darren and Beth Smith (Lora Smith-Ehnes' son), Taylor Plooster, JB Obr (Vicki Rentschler’s Brother), Joyce Britton, Mark Jennys and Linda Meier.
All of our services members;
Especially Brandon Peters, Dylan Erickson, David Eng, Nick Orlick & Bridget Flannery

THANK YOU!

Greeters: Rick and Cindy Drennen
Reader: Vicki Solem
Coffee: Kyle and Sandy Elenkiwich
Communion: Cathy Loehr, Cindy Drennen, and Marianne Kramer
Organist: Mary Beth Sutton
Song Leader: Dan Sutton
Sound board: Randy & Titus Tollefson
THANK YOU: for the donation given in memory of Johnie Miller, Mary Miller and Gail Eide Hanson.
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.
 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.
July 2025 Calendar
See below to download current Weekly Happenings
June 22, 2025
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.
CALL COMMITTEE: Our Call committee members are: Chair - Alison Ramsdell; Council President - Jared Sanderson, Sharla Haugen, Emma Peters, Larry Peters, Abe Streitz, Becky Sayler, Holist Sutton, and Randy Tollefson. Please reach out to a Call Committee member, if you have any questions!
MOODY COUNTY VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL:
STARTS ON MONDAY!
June 23-27, 9:00 to 12:00, at OSLC.
On Friday, the 27th, we’ll have a fun program at noon. It’ll be recorded and shared online, so you can watch it later if you can’t get away from work. A hotdog lunch will be served following the program. All are welcome! (Freewill offering)
This year's mission will be collecting funds for the families of Matt Johanson and Casey Wilson. Kids may bring money throughout the week. Also, the freewill offering taken at the hot dog lunch Friday will be divided and given to the 2 families. 
Parking/Drop-off
Please drop kids off at the NORTH door on Elm Avenue. There is construction on Wind Street. Volunteers may park in the parking lot or on an open street and walk in either door. We try to start on time, so please bring kids between 8:45-9:00am each day. 
If you're available, please consider helping us set up and decorate on Sunday, June 22, beginning at 1:00pm. 
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to email us at [email protected]
NOTICE… There will NOT be any WELCA Bible Studies in June or July! See you on Thursday, August 21 for our next Bible Study which starts at 10:30. A WELCA meeting will be held after the Bible Study to discuss our upcoming “Guest Day” in Sept.  Have a wonderful summer!
SUMMER DONATIONS: As the summer days start to get longer and more fun, church attendance goes down a bit. We still need to keep the church running smoothly. Also we’re still recovering from that roof repair that, despite your generous donations, still put a strain on our finances. So, if you’re away on vacation or can’t make it to church, we’d really appreciate it if you could help us out by making a donation. You can do it online or by mail, whatever works best for you. Thanks a bunch!
FLY IN: Sunday, July 6, 9:00 - 1:00, Flandreau Municipal Airport, 48049 SD Hwy 34. Flandreau Pink Ladies will be serving French Toast, Scrambled Eggs w/ Ham, Fresh Fruit, Coffee & Orange Juice. $10 per person, 5 & under and Pilots eat Free.
WELCA; FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE: the ladies are looking for donations of: Personal Care Kit:
1 light/mid-weight bath towel maximum 52×27", dark color recommended
2 bath size bars (4-5 oz.) of soap, any brand, in its original wrapping
1 adult-size toothbrush in its original wrapping
1 sturdy comb, remove packaging
1 nail clippers, remove packaging
** All items should be new and in good condition. Wrap smaller items in the towel and tie with a ribbon or yarn. Please leave supplies in the quilt room.
Gwenda Gullickson, WELCA Missions

CHUCKLES

The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was going to, at the end of the worship service, ask the congregation to come up with more money than they were expecting for repairs to the church building. Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist was out and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute.
The substitute wanted to know what to play. "Here's a copy of the service," he said impatiently. "But you'll have to think of something to play after I make the announcement about the finances."
During the service, the minister paused and said, "Brothers and sisters, we are in great difficulty. The roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected, and we need $4,000 more. Any of you who can pledge $100 or more, please stand up."
At that moment, the substitute organist played "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Picture
REMINDER: OSLC is signed up for Electronic offering giving
ELECTRONIC OFFERING
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.
TIME & TALENT SURVEY: Please fill out our Time and Talent survey. They are available on the ushers table or there is a .pdf available online on the main page of the Church’s website. You can print out and send to the church.
Time & Talent Survey
Church wish list:
¨ Sewing supplies: sewing thread, cross stitch thread, 1” masking tape Colored, new or barely used bed sheets, (not white, no microfibers);
¨ Computer for our Streaming Services
¨ New large Christmas Tree
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
BREADBASKET: The Breadbasket has a theme-based suggestion list for every month. All regular food and monetary donations are still happily accepted.
 
June: peanut butter / pancake mixes
 
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. 
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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]. 
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  • New Members
  • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Church Council
    • Family Units
    • WELCA >
      • Circle Groups
      • WELCA Book
    • Facility Rental
    • OSLC ByLaws
    • OSLC Constitution
    • OSLC Annual Report
    • Altar Guild
    • Cana Group
  • Calendar
    • OSLC Calendar
    • Weekly Happenings
    • Church News
  • Celebrations & Sympathies
    • Baptism
    • Confirmation
    • Marriage & Anniversaries
    • Special Events
    • In Memoriam
    • Thank You!
  • Youth
    • Sunday School >
      • OSLC Sunday School Memory Work 2021-2022
      • Sunday School Expectations
      • Sunday School Calendar 2021-2022
    • Confirmation Class
    • OSLC Youth Group >
      • Treasure Box Posts
      • Youth Group Fundraisers
    • Vacation Bible School
  • Offering & Service
    • Church Offering
    • Service and Donations
    • WELCA Offerings >
      • Mission Kits
      • Quilting
      • Lefsa Making
      • February Love Offering
      • No Bake, Bake Sale
    • Mission Work in Nicaragua
  • History
    • OSLC History
    • Past Weekly Happenings
    • Roof Project
    • Photos >
      • Photos 2021
      • Photos 2020
      • Photos 2019
      • Photos 2018 >
        • Videos
      • Photos 2017
      • Photos 2016
      • Photos 2015
      • Photos 2014
      • Photos 2013