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Non-ProfitU.S. PostagePAIDAudubon, IowaPermit No. 75Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church326 Leroy StreetAudubon, IA 50025RETURN SERVICE REQUESTEDOur Saviour’s Lutheran ChurchApril, 2018 Shepherd’s StaffLCMCLutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ“Knowing Jesus, Growing in Jesus, Sharing Jesus”OSLC address: 326 Leroy Street, Audubon, Iowa 50025OSLC Telephone: (712) 563-2625 OSLC Email: oslc@iowatelecom.netOSLC Fax #: (712) 563-9965 OSLC Website: oslcauduboniowa.orgPastor Doug’s Phone numbers: 563-2151 (home) 712-304-5567 (cell phone)Pastor Doug’s email address: pastordoug@iowatelecom.net2018 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULEPalm Sunday, March 25th: 9:00 a.m. WorshipChildren are invited to participate in a Palm Processional at the beginning of the Palm Sunday service.The Rock Youth Group will present a crucifixion reenactment entitled “This Blood”.7:00 p.m. Ecumenical music service hosted by St. Patrick’s Catholic Churchwith OSLC and area church choirs participating.Maundy Thursday, March 29th:7:00 p.m. Living Last Supper WorshipGood Friday, March 30th:Prayer Vigil in the Chapel from Noon Friday until Noon Saturday7:00 p.m. Tenebrae WorshipEaster Sunday, April 1st:7:00 a.m. Sunrise Worship Service8:00 a.m. Easter Breakfast9:00 a.m. Easter Sunday WorshipSunday School singing for the Friendship Home residents“Knowing Jesus, Growing in Jesus, Sharing Jesus”12Preschool through 6th Grade Sunday School children will be singing at theFriendship Home during the Sunday School hour on Palm Sunday, March 25 th.We will leave from the downstairs Social Room and return by 11:15 a.m. dismissal.We look forward to sharing some of our favorite songs withour friends at the Friendship Home!1
Dear friends in Christ,It’s Friday But Sunday’s Coming! That is the title of a powerful sermon preached by anAfrican-American pastor many years ago. These very same words deserve our attention as well.They of course refer to Good Friday and Easter Sunday.Online GivingTo donate online, go to the OSLC website http://oslcauduboniowa.org and click on the online givingtab located at the upper right hand corner of the webpage. Questions, contact the church office.Praise BandIf you have a passion for making music in praise of our Lord, and will be inhigh school or college next fall, prayerfully consider becoming a member ofthe “Behind the Cross” Praise Band! Along with Pastor Doug, the Praise Bandleads worship the fourth Sunday of the month, August – May.Please contact Director Jo Beane or the church office for more information.In Matthew 16:21 Jesus began to tell His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and that sufferingand death were awaiting Him there. The disciples heard the Friday story, that Jesus must “suffermany things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed,” but it seems that theSunday good news, “and be raised up on the third day,” did not register with them at all.It was not only the words of Jesus that the disciples failed to understand, it was also the words ofother accounts of Scripture “For as yet they did not understand the Scripture, that He must riseagain from the dead.” (John 20:9) Jesus spoke plainly to the Twelve, declaring that “all things thatare written through the prophets about the Son of Man will be accomplished,” His suffering and Hisdeath, “and the third day He will rise again.” (Luke 18:31-33) Therefore the failure of the disciplesto believe was a failure to believe Holy Scripture.It’s Friday but Sunday’s coming. Sadly some of us in this world use these words as a source ofcomfort during difficult days of life or in anticipation of the coming weekend after a trying week.It is easy to fall prey to societal norms when we try to draw what may be called practical lifeapplications from the days between Good Friday and Easter Sunday.Update on Boiler Fund ProjectEstimate for Project: 105,000.00As of March 19th,donations we have received: 91,866.80Total left to raise: 13,133.20Sound Operators NeededWith two of our sound operatorsgraduating this spring, we are in needof additional sound volunteers. Thededication of all OSLC soundoperators is greatly appreciated and wethank those who serve in this capacity!Please prayerfully consider if youcould join the Sound Ministry Team.Instruction and support is provided.The disciples were waiting for Sunday with an expected coming of a triumphant conqueror, not thesuffering Servant-Savior. They had been taught Old Testament prophecy, and even though theysaw and heard the very words of Jesus, initially they still got it wrong, they needed help believing.This leads me to the reminder for all of us, Good Friday is not about you or me, our troubles andtrials of life. Good Friday is all about Jesus who took our place on the Cross at Calvary, and in sodoing paid, in full, the price for our sins. Easter Sunday is all about Jesus too, as Holy Scriptureboldly declares. He lives, and because of that fact of faith, we can see tomorrow, we can lookbeyond our years of this life to the day when faith becomes sight.Stewardship SquareRegular offerings02/1802/2503/0403/1103/18 6,290.97 3,202.00 7,289.48 5,753.37 5,544.00Weekly Worship 03/1815794195881776816960221My prayer for all of us, myself included, is, “Lord, I believe, help my unbelief. Amen!Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!Pastor DougThank you!Thank you to the many faithful volunteers and staff who put in “extra time” during theLenten and Easter services and Lenten suppers and to those who sponsor Easter lilies.Your time, dedication, and generosity are greatly appreciated!Men’s Bible Study!The Men’s Bible Study led by Pastor Doug will meet after Easter onTuesday mornings in the downstairs social room at 7:00 a.m.The Apostle Paul’s letter to the Roman Christians will be the focus of our study.The coffee will be ready! Bring your Bibles! Bring your friends and neighbors!2March 4th loose offering to Caring & Sharing: 42.05Needed Weekly to meet budget— 7,169.83If you have any questions regarding the OSLC financial report,you are welcome to contact our Office Manager Pam Steckler11
Upcoming Events & Worship OpportunitiesMarch 25th: Palm SundayHoly Week Services: March 29th & 30thApril 1st: Easter Breakfast & Easter SundayApril 22nd: Confirmation SundayApril 29th: Sunday School End of Year CelebrationMay 13th: Senior Breakfast & RecognitionJuly 30th-August 2nd: Vacation Bible SchoolAugust 26th: Praise in the ParkSeptember 9th: Rally SundayththOctober 7 -10 : LCMC Annual Gathering in Des Moines, IAOctober 14th: Consecration SundayOctober 21st: Mission SundaythNovember 4 : All Saints’ Sunday with All Saints’ Altar ProcessionalNovember 21st: Thanksgiving Eve WorshipDecember 5th, 12th, 19th: Wednesday Advent ServicesDecember 24th/25th: Christmas Eve/Day Worship with Community Christmas DinnerCHURCH WEBSITE—oslcauduboniowa.orgThe church website is updated on a regular basis and is a greatsource for information on dates and times of worship services,events, activities, Bible studies, etc.Also, OSLC has facebook, searchOur Saviour’s Lutheran Churchon your facebook account.OSLC Women of Faith have many opportunities for Bible Study. If you are interested in joininga Bible Study, contact the church office or one of the following Bible Study leaders.Marlene Englin, LeaderNorma Nielsen, LeaderJulie Opp, LeaderBarb Christensen, LeaderWhitney Nelson, LeaderRuth Circle Bible Study, Leader Jean JensenNaomi Circle Bible Study,Leaders Barb Christensen & Donis HansenWomen of Faith UpdateWe are in the process of taking steps to help improve this criticallyimportant ministry here at OSLC. April, 2018 – March, 2019 sign upsheets are posted on the large west-wall bulletin board in the entrywayfor anyone (men, women, families) to greet prior to our worship servicesin addition to sign up sheets for volunteers to provide snacks and/orserve at Sunday Fellowship/Coffee hours. The next gathering ofWomen of Faith is set for Sunday, May 6th, at 10:15 a.m.Questions? Please contact Pastor Doug, the church office,Carol Albertsen or Mary Kay Lewis.Compassion Sunday—April 29thThe OSLC Sunday School students have sponsored Grace &Ibrahimu, from Tanzania since September of 2012 throughCompassion International. We have been blessed to get to knowGrace & Ibrahimu throughout the years through letters andpictures. We continue to pray for each other through all of theups and downs of each other’s lives. Grace is an 11 year old girlwho loves arts and crafts, playing with friends and dolls andlearning about God. Ibrahimu is a 13 year old boy who lovesdrawing and art, football and soccer and playing any kind ofgame/sports. If you would like to learn more about sponsoringa child through Compassion International, please talk to PastorDoug or the church office or go to www.compassion.com.Thank you to all the Sunday School students who sponsorGrace & Ibrahimu through their Sunday School offering!!Young Women’sBible StudyWomen ages 25-45 (or of anyage!) are invited to jointogether for bible study.We will be continuingPhilippians, and meetingon Sunday mornings at 11:30a.m.in the chapel. Thoseinterested are encouraged tocontact Whitney Nelsonat 712-304-2366 orat whit.l.nelson@hotmail.com.Thanks!WhitneyGod’s blessings to the following youth who celebrated their First Communionon Sunday, March 18th at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church.Isaac JacksonSawyer McClain-ToftAdam ObrechtAustin PruittMason StecklerWe welcomed the following New Members to OSLC on March 11 th!Michael & Jennifer Bauer and children Carson & CollinMike & Allie Brooks and children Abby & MichelleBrad Borkowski & Kristen RutherfordDustin Bruch & Hailie Anthofer103
A Dramatization of“The Living Last Supper”THURSDAY, MARCH 29th - 7:00pmOur Saviour’s Lutheran ChurchThe living dramatization of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” is a re-creation of da Vinci’sworld-famous painting with 13 living characters. Headed by the Harlan United Methodist Men,they portray Jesus’s last meeting with his Disciples in the Upper Room. “The Living Last Supper”has been performed for the last 19 years in Harlan and various towns in Iowa and Nebraska.Shortly after beginning the performances in 1999, some of the cast visited Guatemala and camein contact with an orphanage that greatly needed help. For several years, 100% of the donationsreceived were given to the Hogar Del Nino Orphanage, but recently donations have been splitbetween local missions and the Orphanage. This live performance is a very moving experienceaccompanied by song and communion. Make plans to attend and invite others.Okoboji Summer CampsRegistration is open Check out Okoboji.orgfor more information/dates.Altar Guild VolunteersWe are in need of a coupleof volunteers to serve onAltar Guild. If you areinterested or have questions,please contact JaniceHemmingsen, 712-304-0604,or talk to Janice after achurch service. Thank you.Janice Hemmingsen,Altar Guild ChairpersonChristian ButterflyBeginning Easter morning and throughout the Easter season astained glass butterfly will be hanging in our sanctuary. Have youever wondered why? The butterfly emerging from the chrysalis hastraditionally been a representation of Christ’s rising from the tomb.The stages of the butterfly - egg, caterpillar, chrysalis, and butterfly- are also wonderful analogies to our life as Christians.*The miracle starts with an egg the size of the top of a straightpin.just as human life starts with a tiny fertilized egg. A fewshort days later a tiny caterpillar emerges through the shell of theegg.a baby is born.*The caterpillar stage of eating, eating, eating is symbolic of life onearth.preoccupied so often with the physical and material.*In the chrysalis stage it appears the caterpillar is lifeless inside thechrysalis.symbolizing death and the darkness of the tomb, aninevitable reality. But, lo, inside of the chrysalis a miracle istaking place.*The butterfly emerges. symbolic of our souls rising from thegrave and ascending into heaven and eternal life!4THE ROCK YOUTH GROUP—(7th Grade-12th Grade)Rock April News:The Rock leaders want the congregation to know we are blessed withfantastic youth!! We had 13 youth participate in the Ignite Youth LeadershipConference March 9th and 10th. We learned during our break-out sessions,praised God during the main sessions and sang with about 500 other youth,it was moving. Our youth were wonderful representatives of OSLC.The Rock serves Easter Breakfast for the congregation between churchservices on April 1st. We have a sign up for egg bakes and muffins at thechurch, we are also in need of adult help in the kitchen Eastermorning this year. Please sign up at the church or text Tracieif you are willing to help 304-1256.The Rock will be putting on ‘This Blood’ during Palm Sunday at churchservice, come experience this moving piece. We are honored to put this on foryou. Thank you to the youth that already helped us put on ‘Flawless’,we had many people express how they were moved by it.The Rock would also like to take the Rock Youth out for a movie/meal nightthe second week of April. We would like to see ‘I Can Only Imagine’,we will text out info when we know what theatres are showing that week.For those that were not able to attend Ignite this year: we ordered anaudio of the break-out sessions, please contact Tracie 304-1256if you would like to borrow it.The Rock Youth Group Leaders:Tracie C. (304-1256), Sara S. (304-2363), Nate V. (304-0548)Facebook: The Rock OSLCOSLC website: oslcauduboniowa.orgThe Rock Email: therockaudubon@gmail.comEaster LiliesWould you like to sponsor an Easter lilyto adorn our sanctuary on Easter morning?The cost is 14 each and you may take yourlily home after the 9:00 a.m. Easter SundayWorship service. Look for the sign-upsheet on the bulletin board above thewater fountain or contact the church office.Thank you!Easter Instrumental EnsembleIt’s so uplifting to hear the instrumental ensembleat the 9:00 a.m. Easter morning service as we sing“Jesus Christ is Risen Today”! Brandon Toft willbe leading the ensemble and is in need of musicians,high school age on up. Please contact the church officeor Brandon (712-790-4034) if you are interestedin playing in the ensemble.9
Mark Your Calendars!!Vacation Bible School DatesMonday, July 30th-Thursday, August 2nd5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.VIDEO OPERATORS1Jeff Albertsen8Roger Larsen15Ken Burns22Brian Jensen29Dan JorgensenSOUND OPERATORS1Jane Weber (7:00 a.m.)Krystal Albertsen (7:00 a.m.)8Curtis Derry, Logan Nielsen15Bob Weber, Tyler Riebhoff, David Graeve22Brandon Toft29Jane WeberNURSERY1Ann Guild8Sharon Winterboer15Linda Keller22Melissa Starmer29PRAYER PARTNERS8Lee NielsenJulie Opp15Barb ChristensenDan Smith22Dan SmithJulie Opp29Lee NielsenBarb ChristensenJH SUNDAY SCHOOL ADULT8Krystal Albertsen15-USHERSSam Graeve, CaptainLogan NielsenLee NielsenNick SmithNate VormCurtis DerryTim AndersenTAXI DRIVERTim AndersenALTAR GUILDCindy VoktLois BaierGenese HamiltonACOLYTES1Brandon Jensen (7:00 a.m.)Hannah Thygesen (7:00 a.m.)Grace Slater (9:00 a.m.)Hannah Thygesen (9:00 a.m.)8Tyler RugaardAllison Elmquist15Gavin SmithKeegan Deist22Sienna AlbertsenAbbie Erickson29Brittany HustonCooper NielsenPROJECTION SYSTEM1Shannon Jensen (7:00 a.m.)Julie Opp (9:00 a.m.)8Raydene Mathisen15Bob Weber, Tyler Riebhoff, David Graeve22Krystal Albertsen29-More than one million people suffer from eye injuries each year in theUnited States. Ninety percent of these injuries could have been preventedif the individual had been wearing appropriate protective eyewear (with“ANSI Z87.1” marked on the lens or frame).In the house – when using household chemicals, read instructions andlabels carefully, work in a well ventilated area and make sure to pointspray nozzles away from you. Many chemicals are extremely hazardousand can permanently destroy the surface of your eyes, resulting inblindness.In the workshop – think about the work you will be doing and wear protective eyewear to shield youreyes from flying fragments, fumes, dust particles, sparks and splashing chemicals. Many objects canfly into your eyes unexpectedly and cause injury.In the garden – put on protective eyewear before you use a lawnmower, power trimmer or edger andbe sure to check for rocks and stones because they can become dangerous projectiles as they shootfrom these machines. Do not forget the risk to bystanders when using these machines.In the workplace – wear appropriate safety eyewear for your mob. Many of the 2,000 employees whoare injured each day didn’t think they needed eye protection or were wearing eyewear inappropriate forthe job.Around the car – Battery acid, sparks and debris from damaged or improperly jump-started autobatteries can severely damage your eyes. Keep protective goggles in the trunk of your car to use forthose emergencies and everyday repairs.Prevention is the first and most important step in protecting your eyes from injuries, so be sure toprotect your eyes with appropriate protective eyewear. If you do experience an eye injury, seek medicalattention promptly.Palm Sunday Ecumenical ServiceFeaturing Area Church Choirs—Palm Sunday, March 25thSt. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Audubon at 7:00 p.m.CONFIRMATIONGod’s blessings to the following youth as they celebrate their Confirmation on April 22 nd at OSLC:Abby Brooks, Chloe Jackson, Brandon Jensen, Allison Elmquist,Tyler Rugaard, Grace Slater, Gavin Smith, Hannah ThygesenThe coffee time will be in honor of the Confirmands, hosted by the Evangelism Committee.Adult Christian Education Sunday SchoolMeet in the chapel, 10:20 a.m., Sunday morningsPlease join us in the chapel after worshipand coffee for a time of fellowship and learning.85
SUNDAYMONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAY1 Easter Sunday7:00 Sunrise Worship8:00 Easter Breakfast9:00 Worship2:00 Jail Pastoral Visit2342:30 Kids Choir3:00 Confirmation8 Second Sunday of Easter9107:00 Men’s Bible Study2:00 Naomi Circle15 Third Sunday of Easter16178:15 Prayer Power9:00 Worship10:15 Coffee, Sunday School,Adult Sunday School, Senior Choir11:15 Worship Committee meeting4:00 Friendship Home Vespers5:00 Healing Service8:15 Prayer Power9:00 Holy Communion10:15 Coffee, Sunday School,Adult Sunday School, Senior Choir,Blood Pressure Checks11:15 “BTC” Praise Band practice11:15 Jr. Class Parent Meeting2:00 Staff Meeting1:15 Quilting2:00 Staff Meeting6:30 Building & PropertyCommittee Meeting2:00 Staff Meeting2329 Fifth Sunday of Easter308:15 Prayer Power9:00 Worship with “BTC’ Praise Band &End of Year Sunday School celebrationimmediately following worship10:15 Coffee, Adult Sunday School,Senior Choir3:30 Exira Vespers5FRIDAYSATURDAY6711122:30 Kids Choir (last day of Kids 10:30 Friendship HomeChoir)Communion3:00 Confirmation (8th Gradeonly)1314182021199:30 Ruth Circle Bible Study9:30 “The Weekly” Prayer Cell(Barb Christensen’s)9:30 “The Weekly” Prayer Cell(Barb Christensen’s)9:30 “The Weekly” Prayer Cell(Barb Christensen’s)Social Room reserved for aBridal ShowerShepherd Staff newsletterdeadline at noon22 Fourth Sunday of Easter8:15 Prayer Power9:00 Worship-Confirmation10:15 Coffee, Sunday School,Adult Sunday School, Senior Choir,11:15 “BTC” Praise Band practice7:00 Men’s Bible StudyTHURSDAY2:00 Staff Meeting247:00 Men’s Bible Study2526279:30 “The Weekly” Prayer Cell(Barb Christensen’s)2:00 Staff Meeting6728
Mark Your Calendars!!Vacation Bible School DatesMonday, July 30th-Thursday, August 2nd5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.VIDEO OPERATORS1Jeff Albertsen8Roger Larsen15Ken Burns22Brian Jensen29Dan JorgensenSOUND OPERATORS1Jane Weber (7:00 a.m.)Krystal Albertsen (7:00 a.m.)8Curtis Derry, Logan Nielsen15Bob Weber, Tyler Riebhoff, David Graeve22Brandon Toft29Jane WeberNURSERY1Ann Guild8Sharon Winterboer15Linda Keller22Melissa Starmer29PRAYER PARTNERS8Lee NielsenJulie Opp15Barb ChristensenDan Smith22Dan SmithJulie Opp29Lee NielsenBarb ChristensenJH SUNDAY SCHOOL ADULT8Krystal Albertsen15-USHERSSam Graeve, CaptainLogan NielsenLee NielsenNick SmithNate VormCurtis DerryTim AndersenTAXI DRIVERTim AndersenALTAR GUILDCindy VoktLois BaierGenese HamiltonACOLYTES1Brandon Jensen (7:00 a.m.)Hannah Thygesen (7:00 a.m.)Grace Slater (9:00 a.m.)Hannah Thygesen (9:00 a.m.)8Tyler RugaardAllison Elmquist15Gavin SmithKeegan Deist22Sienna AlbertsenAbbie Erickson29Brittany HustonCooper NielsenPROJECTION SYSTEM1Shannon Jensen (7:00 a.m.)Julie Opp (9:00 a.m.)8Raydene Mathisen15Bob Weber, Tyler Riebhoff, David Graeve22Krystal Albertsen29-More than one million people suffer from eye injuries each year in theUnited States. Ninety percent of these injuries could have been preventedif the individual had been wearing appropriate protective eyewear (with“ANSI Z87.1” marked on the lens or frame).In the house – when using household chemicals, read instructions andlabels carefully, work in a well ventilated area and make sure to pointspray nozzles away from you. Many chemicals are extremely hazardousand can permanently destroy the surface of your eyes, resulting inblindness.In the workshop – think about the work you will be doing and wear protective eyewear to shield youreyes from flying fragments, fumes, dust particles, sparks and splashing chemicals. Many objects canfly into your eyes unexpectedly and cause injury.In the garden – put on protective eyewear before you use a lawnmower, power trimmer or edger andbe sure to check for rocks and stones because they can become dangerous projectiles as they shootfrom these machines. Do not forget the risk to bystanders when using these machines.In the workplace – wear appropriate safety eyewear for your mob. Many of the 2,000 employees whoare injured each day didn’t think they needed eye protection or were wearing eyewear inappropriate forthe job.Around the car – Battery acid, sparks and debris from damaged or improperly jump-started autobatteries can severely damage your eyes. Keep protective goggles in the trunk of your car to use forthose emergencies and everyday repairs.Prevention is the first and most important step in protecting your eyes from injuries, so be sure toprotect your eyes with appropriate protective eyewear. If you do experience an eye injury, seek medicalattention promptly.Palm Sunday Ecumenical ServiceFeaturing Area Church Choirs—Palm Sunday, March 25thSt. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Audubon at 7:00 p.m.CONFIRMATIONGod’s blessings to the following youth as they celebrate their Confirmation on April 22 nd at OSLC:Abby Brooks, Chloe Jackson, Brandon Jensen, Allison Elmquist,Tyler Rugaard, Grace Slater, Gavin Smith, Hannah ThygesenThe coffee time will be in honor of the Confirmands, hosted by the Evangelism Committee.Adult Christian Education Sunday SchoolMeet in the chapel, 10:20 a.m., Sunday morningsPlease join us in the chapel after worshipand coffee for a time of fellowship and learning.85
A Dramatization of“The Living Last Supper”THURSDAY, MARCH 29th - 7:00pmOur Saviour’s Lutheran ChurchThe living dramatization of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” is a re-creation of da Vinci’sworld-famous painting with 13 living characters. Headed by the Harlan United Methodist Men,they portray Jesus’s last meeting with his Disciples in the Upper Room. “The Living Last Supper”has been performed for the last 19 years in Harlan and various towns in Iowa and Nebraska.Shortly after beginning the performances in 1999, some of the cast visited Guatemala and camein contact with an orphanage that greatly needed help. For several years, 100% of the donationsreceived were given to the Hogar Del Nino Orphanage, but recently donations have been splitbetween local missions and the Orphanage. This live performance is a very moving experienceaccompanied by song and communion. Make plans to attend and invite others.Okoboji Summer CampsRegistration is open Check out Okoboji.orgfor more information/dates.Altar Guild VolunteersWe are in need of a coupleof volunteers to serve onAltar Guild. If you areinterested or have questions,please contact JaniceHemmingsen, 712-304-0604,or talk to Janice after achurch service. Thank you.Janice Hemmingsen,Altar Guild ChairpersonChristian ButterflyBeginning Easter morning and throughout the Easter season astained glass butterfly will be hanging in our sanctuary. Have youever wondered why? The butterfly emerging from the chrysalis hastraditionally been a representation of Christ’s rising from the tomb.The stages of the butterfly - egg, caterpillar, chrysalis, and butterfly- are also wonderful analogies to our life as Christians.*The miracle starts with an egg the size of the top of a straightpin.just as human life starts with a tiny fertilized egg. A fewshort days later a tiny caterpillar emerges through the shell of theegg.a baby is born.*The caterpillar stage of eating, eating, eating is symbolic of life onearth.preoccupied so often with the physical and material.*In the chrysalis stage it appears the caterpillar is lifeless inside thechrysalis.symbolizing death and the darkness of the tomb, aninevitable reality. But, lo, inside of the chrysalis a miracle istaking place.*The butterfly emerges. symbolic of our souls rising from thegrave and ascending into heaven and eternal life!4THE ROCK YOUTH GROUP—(7th Grade-12th Grade)Rock April News:The Rock leaders want the congregation to know we are blessed withfantastic youth!! We had 13 youth participate in the Ignite Youth LeadershipConference March 9th and 10th. We learned during our break-out sessions,praised God during the main sessions and sang with about 500 other youth,it was moving. Our youth were wonderful representatives of OSLC.The Rock serves Easter Breakfast for the congregation between churchservices on April 1st. We have a sign up for egg bakes and muffins at thechurch, we are also in need of adult help in the kitchen Eastermorning this year. Please sign up at the church or text Tracieif you are willing to help 304-1256.The Rock will be putting on ‘This Blood’ during Palm Sunday at churchservice, come experience this moving piece. We are honored to put this on foryou. Thank you to the youth that already helped us put on ‘Flawless’,we had many people express how they were moved by it.The Rock would also like to take the Rock Youth out for a movie/meal nightthe second week of April. We would like to see ‘I Can Only Imagine’,we will text out info when we know what theatres are showing that week.For those that were not able to attend Ignite this year: we ordered anaudio of the break-out sessions, please contact Tracie 304-1256if you would like to borrow it.The Rock Youth Group Leaders:Tracie C. (304-1256), Sara S. (304-2363), Nate V. (304-0548)Facebook: The Rock OSLCOSLC website: oslcauduboniowa.orgThe Rock Email: therockaudubon@gmail.comEaster LiliesWould you like to sponsor an Easter lilyto adorn our sanctuary on Easter morning?The cost is 14 each and you may take yourlily home after the 9:00 a.m. Easter SundayWorship service. Look for the sign-upsheet on the bulletin board above thewater fountain or contact the church office.Thank you!Easter Instrumental EnsembleIt’s so uplifting to hear the instrumental ensembleat the 9:00 a.m. Easter morning service as we sing“Jesus Christ is Risen Today”! Brandon Toft willbe leading the ensemble and is in need of musicians,high school age on up. Please contact the church officeor Brandon (712-790-4034) if you are interestedin playing in the ensemble.9
Upcoming Events & Worship OpportunitiesMarch 25th: Palm SundayHoly Week Services: March 29th & 30thApril 1st: Easter Breakfast & Easter SundayApril 22nd: Confirmation SundayApril 29th: Sunday School End of Year CelebrationMay 13th: Senior Breakfast & RecognitionJuly 30th-August 2nd: Vacation Bible SchoolAugust 26th: Praise in the ParkSeptember 9th: Rally SundayththOctober 7 -10 : LCMC Annual Gathering in Des Moines, IAOctober 14th: Consecration SundayOctober 21st: Mission SundaythNovember 4 : All Saints’ Sunday with All Saints’ Altar ProcessionalNovember 21st: Thanksgiving Eve WorshipDecember 5th, 12th, 19th: Wednesday Advent ServicesDecember 24th/25th: Christmas Eve/Day Worship with Community Christmas DinnerCHURCH WEBSITE—oslcauduboniowa.orgThe church website is updated on a regular basis and is a greatsource for information on dates and times of worship services,events, activities, Bible studies, etc.Also, OSLC has facebook, searchOur Saviour’s Lutheran Churchon your facebook account.OSLC Women of Faith have many opportunities for Bible Study. If you are interested in joininga Bible Study, contact the church office or one of the following Bible Study leaders.Marlene Englin, LeaderNorma Nielsen, LeaderJulie Opp, LeaderBarb Christensen, LeaderWhitney Nelson, LeaderRuth Circle Bible Study, Leader Jean JensenNaomi Circle Bible Study,Leaders Barb Christensen & Donis HansenWomen of Faith UpdateWe are in the process of taking steps to help improve this criticallyimportant ministry here at OSLC. April, 2018 – March, 2019 sign upsheets are posted on the large west-wall bulletin board in the entrywayfor anyone (men, women, families) to greet prior to our worship servicesin addition to sign up sheets for volunteers to provide snacks and/orserve at Sunday Fellowship/Coffee hours. The next gathering ofWomen of Faith is set for Sunday, May 6th, at 10:15 a.m.Questions? Please contact Pastor Doug, the church office,Carol Albertsen or Mary Kay Lewis.Compassion Sunday—April 29thThe OSLC Sunday School students have sponsored Grace &Ibrahimu, from Tanzania since September of 2012 throughCompassion International. We have been blessed to get to knowGrace & Ibrahimu throughout the years through letters andpictures. We continue to pray for each other through all of theups and downs of each other’s lives. Grace is an 11 year old girlwho loves arts and crafts, playing with friends and dolls andlearning about God. Ibrahimu is a 13 year old boy who lovesdrawing and art, football and soccer and playing any kind ofgame/sports. If you would like to learn more about spo
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Nov 11, 2018 · Sioux Falls, SD. Served (and was a member) at Bethlehem Lutheran, rural Backus, MN; Bethany Lutheran, Viborg, SD; Baltic and East Nidaros Lutheran Churches, Baltic, SD; East Side Lutheran Church, Sioux Falls, SD. But now I am a member of Kountze Memorial Lutheran Church. And it
Our New First Lutheran Church Members! We welcomed these new members into our church family through the sacrament of baptism. Sunday, May 1, 2016 at First Lutheran Church of Wyatt Thomas Gillman was baptized on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at First Lutheran Church of Plano. Wyatt was born on Sep
Grace Lutheran Church, 28 West Main Street, Macungie, PA 18062 610-966-3325 office@gracemacungie.org Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Friday, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm An Update from Grace Lutheran Church Dear Members and Friends of Grace Lutheran: To God be the glory! Grace Lutheran
