Coming Up at OSL – 05/22/25

Beginning on Sunday, May 25, Sunday’s Festive Services will transition to their summer schedule, starting at 10:30 a.m.

The Directory Task Force is in place. They will start by exploring and discovering the best ways to move this project forward and also evaluate the plan by the end of the summer. If you have thoughts or ideas, call or stop by the office and leave your name and your contact information and a representative of the Directory Task Force will get back to you.

We are thrilled to share that our congregation has been recognized as one of the most generous supporters of ELCA World Hunger and Lutheran Disaster Response! This incredible achievement reflects the faithful generosity of our members and our shared commitment to serving others in need. Thank you for going above and beyond in making a meaningful impact, both in our community and around the world. Together, we continue to embody God’s call to justice, kindness, and humility.

On Sunday, May 25, our Celebrate service will be moved to KDLT – cable 605, NBC due to Fox pre-empting our programming. Please tune in to KDLT to join us! Our service will return to its regularly scheduled spot after May 25. 

Get ready for some summer fun right here at OSL! This June 11, we’re hosting our OSL Summer Blast, an evening packed with activities for everyone. Come and enjoy Live Music by Mogen’s and check out the cool rides at our Cruisin’ Classics Car & Motorcycle Show, featuring vehicles from the Great Plains Street Rodders and our own members.

For the kids (and the young at heart), we’ll have Bounce Houses and Face Painting from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. And when you get hungry, grab some delicious Outdoor Brats, Burgers, and Chips provided by Miller Funeral Home & El Riad Shriners. We’ll conclude the evening with a time of worship at 6:30 p.m. Join us at 909 W. 33rd Street for a fantastic summer celebration!

We are excited to share an incredible opportunity for adoptive parents and those interested in adoption! Lutheran Social Services is hosting a FREE Adoption Conference on June 12 in Sioux Falls. This event is designed to support adoptive families by providing valuable insights on bonding and equipping parents with effective discipline strategies. If you or someone you know would benefit from this conference, we encourage you to register and join us. For more details and to sign up, please visit: https://lsssd.org/services/family-support/adoption/south-dakota-adoption-conference.html.

Mark your calendars for the Mid-Year Congregational Meeting and Potluck on Sunday, June 29th, at 11:30 AM! This will be a special time to gather as a church family, share a meal, and engage in important discussions. Bring a dish to share—sign-up sheets are available at the Welcome Desk. During the meeting, we’ll celebrate Karen’s incredible service with us and vote on the FY 2026 Ministry Plan (Budget). Your attendance is vital, so please make plans to join us!

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church invites you to a Clean Comedy Night with Tim Boyd on Wednesday, July 16, at 7:00 p.m. This family-friendly event will take place at at OSL, 909 W 33rd Street Road. Admission is free, with a freewill offering to support the cause. Bring the whole family for an evening of laughter and fun!

VBS Registration is open, and we only have 100 spots available! Register online: https://vbspro.events/events/77628/event_sessions/91172

Registration Deadline: May 23!

Dates: June 2-5

Time: 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Ages: Currently in preschool through 5th grade. Preschoolers must be fully potty trained to attend!

The spiritual care team invites those 18 years and older to complete the Congregation Health and Wellness Survey! The purpose of this survey is to better understand the needs and desired informational topics of the congregation. The data collected will be used by the spiritual care team and the faith community nurse to choose topics for educational and wellness events as well as the monthly newsletter. We ask that you complete the survey before May 31, 2025 so that we can brainstorm and plan the year to come. There is a QR code posted as well as paper copies available for completion. All answers will be kept confidential

We invite you to participate in a silent auction for a beautiful vintage tulip quilt! The quilt squares were lovingly crafted years ago by an aunt of Pastor Bruce and Karel Williams and brought to life by the skilled hands of OSL Quilters Marilyn Schempp and Kris Breitag.

Proceeds from the auction will support the OSL Healing Garden and outreach ministries.

How to participate:

• Place your bid on the form at the Welcome Center.

• Increase bids in increments of $5 (or more).

• The winner will be announced on June 29—you do not need to be present to win.

This meaningful project is sponsored by the OSL Healing Garden Action Team. If you have questions, please call 605-215-2392.

Don’t miss this chance to own a one-of-a-kind quilt while supporting a great cause!

OSL staff has been updating our offering envelope mailing lists to better serve our members. We now have two options: Weekly Envelopes (mailed out 6 times per year); or Church Holiday Envelopes Only (mailed out once per year, for those who are on First Fruits, IRA giving, etc.). If you are receiving the weekly envelopes but prefer to receive only the annual Church Holiday envelopes, OR if you do not receive envelopes but you would like to be, please call the church office at 605-336-2942 to update your preference.

During the last week of May, we’ll be transforming our space for Vacation Bible School, “True North: Trusting Jesus in a Wild World!” We’re looking for helping hands to hang sets, move tables and chairs, assemble Christmas trees, and create an Alaskan wilderness right here at OSL. Join us when you can and stay as long as you’re able—no need to commit to the entire day. Whether you’re handy, artistic, or just eager to pitch in, we’d love your help. Sign up online here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DAAA92FA4FAC61-56915095-vbsset#/

Exciting news – sign-ups for this year’s Synod Assembly are now underway! This year’s assembly runs from Thursday, May 29 through Saturday, May 31 and offers a fantastic chance for us to shine as we welcome pastors, ministers, and lay people during this important election year. To make signing up easy, you’ll find hard copies at the information desk, or contact Debbie Theis (dtheis@oslchurch.com). Let’s start spreading the word about the need for volunteers to help make this event a welcoming and successful one!

As we get ready to welcome kids to VBS this June, we need your help stocking up on snacks for the journey! We’ve created an Amazon registry with all the food items needed for the week. If you’re able, please consider purchasing an item (or two!) to help fuel the fun. Link here: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/23P9BJ11R766H 

We are excited to announce that we have gathered all the volunteers needed for the upcoming Klein Ranch Servant Trip! With the volunteer spots filled, we are now turning our attention to raising the remaining $6,500 needed to support the trip and purchase essential supplies for restoring the camp.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re already about halfway toward reaching our fundraising goal. Your continued support is greatly appreciated as we work to make this mission trip a success and make a meaningful impact on the camp’s restoration.