Upcoming Events
Adult Forums
These forty-five minute long Lifelong Learning presentations will occur every Sunday morning at 10 a.m. until March 2.
Feb. 23: Pastor Ann Rosendale, Augustana Unversity Campus pastor, “Sitting in the Box with Sinners”
Recognition of Roe Eidsness
Join OSL for a reception honoring the work of Roe Eidsness, OSL’s Transition Administrative Director. Roe will be retiring, and his last day at OSL will be on Tuesday, Feb. 25.
The reception will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m., including remarks from members of the congregation and cake.
Annual Used Book Sale
OSL Community Library’s annual used Book Sale will be on Saturday, March 1 from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Donations are still being accepted, especially children’s books.
Addiction Awareness Wednesday
We are honored to welcome Angela Kennecke, a veteran investigative journalist with a mission to eradicate the stigma surrounding addiction and find solutions to the overdose epidemic. Her dedication took on personal urgency when she learned that her 21-year-old daughter, Emily, died from fentanyl poisoning. Since then, Angela has spoken tirelessly about the drug crisis and founded “Emily’s Hope,” a charity offering hope and treatment scholarships to families struggling with addiction. This is a free event open to everyone. Let’s come together to learn, reflect, and support those affected by addiction.
Wednesday, March 12 at 7:15 p.m. Free will donation.
Opportunities
Register for VBS 2025!
-Registration opens March 2 (Register online at: vbspro.events/p/0be650)
-VBS is June 2-5
-No cost to sign up
-The event is from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
-Drop off starts at 8:00 a.m.
-Pick up is from 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
-If kids are signed up for Augie’s day camp, we will walk those kids over at 12:30 p.m.
-Open to ages that are currently in preschool-5th grade
-Looking for adult, middle school, and high school students to help volunteer
The Education Committee will be in the Gathering Place on March 2 to answer questions and help register kids and volunteers.
Join the Education Committee
The Education Committee is looking to add more members! Reach out to Madeline if you are interested. (mtrosvig@oslchurch.com)
Last Chance to Order!
Join A Circle!
Beyond the Books
Mark your calendars! Beyond The Books is coming to Sioux Falls on April 25–26, 2025!
A two-day celebration of literature featuring four incredible authors
A gala with live music & author meet-and-greet A literacy festival with vendors, book signings, and inspiring talks
Saturday Morning Bible Study
Join us each Saturday morning, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room as we embark on a one-month study of the Gospel of Matthew. Using the Book of Faith materials, we will dive deep into a conversational study of the gospel, using Devotional, Historical, Literary, and Lutheran understandings of this wonderful gospel that tells the story of the life and ministry of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Coffee and treats will be provided. Books are still available for those who would like to purchase one. Contact Pr. Tim with more questions (tlemme@oslchurch.com).
Need A Friend? Be A Friend!
LSS Better Together Program helps people 65 and older maintain or reinvigorate connections. We match older adults called a “Neighbor,” with a trained volunteer.
Neighbors and their assigned volunteers meet four hours a month to share a meal, go to a play, visit a park, watch a movie or grab a coffee and chat, among other activities.
If you want to meet a new friend, consider being a part of the LSS Better Together Program.
LSS staff will meet with you and get an idea of your interests and needs before matching you with a volunteer.
Call us at 605-444-7803 to get started.
To become a volunteer: https://lsssd.org/what-we-do/better-together/become-a-volunteer.html
To become a Neighbor: https://lsssd.org/what-we-do/better-together/become-a-neighbor.html
Ways to Help
Egg Cartons Needed!
OSL is collecting egg cartons for a food giveaway! We just started receiving the small eggs a couple of weeks ago. About 1,000 cartons are used every week!
Hockey Parking Volunteers Needed!
Sign up to help OSL with hockey parking!
-Friday, Feb. 22 at 5:30 p.m.
-Saturday, Feb. 23 at 4:30 p.m.
Follow this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DAAA92FA4FAC61-55086132-hockey
Greeters and Ushers Needed!
Volunteer at OSL by being a greeter or an usher! Contact Debbie Theis (dtheis@oslchurch.com)
Fill Out Our Time and Talent Survey!
Fill out our Time and Talent Survey so we can learn more about our parishioners and their talents!
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