OSL’s theme for Lent is Ask, “a series for anyone who’s ever had a question about their faith.” Learn more about Ask, and download a daily devotional, on the OSL website.
Midweek Lenten Worship Services are held on Wednesdays, in the Sanctuary, at noon and 6:40 p.m.
A Lenten Service of Healing will be incorporated into the Midweek Worship Services on March 22, at noon and 6:40 p.m., in the Sanctuary. The Service of Healing is especially intended for anyone who has experienced loss. Prayer shawls and a blessing will be given to those who come forward for individual prayer and anointing.
Hey, kids! Stop into the OSL Library, check out a book, and choose an Easter egg. Then have fun completing the Lenten task inside!
Saturday Morning Bible Study at OSL meets on the first and third Saturday of the month, from 8:30 to 9:30, in the Conference Room. All are welcome—women as well as men—to come for Bible study, conversation, and, yes, donuts and coffee! The fall study is based on conversations around different faith traditions and denominations, utilizing the book Honoring Our Neighbor’s Faith. For more information contact Pr. Tim Lemme, 605-336-2942, ext. 19, or tlemme@oslchurch.com.
The Woodshop Ministry team meets each week on Wednesdays, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to noon. All are welcome, whether you are a seasoned woodworker or a beginning craftsperson, to join the team each week to work on projects for the church, the community, and ourselves. And the group never forgets to take a break for coffee and treats each morning, too! For more information contact Pr. Tim Lemme, 605-336-2942, ext. 48, or tlemme@oslchurch.com.
Digital bulletins are available for you to use with your mobile device, whether you worship from home or at OSL. Here are bulletins for
• Saturday evening Festive worship
• Sunday morning Festive worship
• Sunday 8:45 Celebrate worship, and
• Sunday 11:00 Celebrate worship.
View (or print) weekly worship materials at oslchurch.com
Things to Note…
Join Pr. Randy for an evening of great, informal conversation about important matters at the next Theology Tapped, on Thursday, March 30, at Monk’s Ale House, 420 E. 8th St., from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Next time you’re in the OSL Library, be sure to check out the new slat wall, built by OSL’s Woodshop Ministry team! It holds new and seasonal chapter books, as well as early-readers books for young patrons.
For those who have recently experienced the death of a loved one, or are still grieving the death of a loved one after some time, OSL’s Lenten Recent Loss Series is an informal time of sharing and support. The series will meet on Wednesdays through March 22, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the Chapel. A Service for Healing will be part of the midweek Lenten service on March 22, at 6:40 p.m., in the Sanctuary. We invite you to call the Church Office to register for the Recent Loss Series, or simply attend as you are able. If you like, come early and join the group for supper, beginning at 5:00, prior to class. Call Pr. Tim Lemme, 605-336-2942, if you have any questions. 
The Blood Mobile will be at OSL on Sunday, April 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, or you may sign up for a time by contacting Ben Weins, Spiritual Care Coordinator, 605-336-2942, ext. 28, or bweins@oslchurch.com. Thank you for giving the gift of life!
OSL’s next New Member Class series will happen on April 23 and 30, from 10:00 to 10:50 (between services), in the Friendship Room. Sign up at the Welcome Center to be a part of this, and be sure to mention it to friends who might like to become part of the OSL family.
Have you experienced a loss? Are you going through a time of grief? Could you use a little extra support? Join Pr. Tim Lemme and members of OSL’s Good Grief Group each Thursday, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., in the Friendship Room, for conversation, reflective study, and compassionate peer support. What makes this group so special is that all have experienced a loss and have learned that sometimes the best support comes from the love of those who have been there. To learn more, contact Pr. Tim Lemme (605-336-2942, ext. 19, or tlemme@oslchurch.com) or Ben Weins, Spiritual Care Coordinator (605-336-2942, ext. 28, or bweins@oslchurch.com) .
SAIL (Stay Active & Independent for Life) is a strength, balance, and fitness class offered through Sanford Health and specifically designed for adults 65+. Participants improve balance and mobility, reduce their risk of falls, and improve their quality of life while having fun meeting new people. Experienced and skillful instructors teach each class. Classes are tailored to older adults who are active and wish to maintain or increase their fitness level; chairs will be available as needed. Best of all, it’s free! Classes at OSL meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays, through May 5, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., in the Hub. Registration is required: call 605-333-4440.
All are welcome to join OSL’s Knitting Group at their new meeting time: the first and third Tuesday of the month, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., in the Oasis Room. The knitters craft prayer and baptismal shawls for use in the ministries of Our Savior’s.
The OSL Gym is open for pickleball from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays. Participants are asked to contribute $2 per visit for heat, lights, and upkeep of the floor.
Every week, Our Savior’s Communications produces a short Information Video of upcoming events, activities, and opportunities. It’s shown at the Welcome Center and on monitors in the Sanctuary and Celebrate Center before worship services. And it’s posted to the OSL website as well, so if you haven’t been by for a while, or you’d just like a closer look, find the videos here!
Join your neighbors at Mt. Zion Congregation in Sioux Falls for the educational series “Get to Know Your Jewish Neighbor,” April 26 and May 10, at 7:00 p.m. Mt. Zion Congregation has been at the heart of Sioux Falls Jewish life for over 100 years. This educational series is designed to build connections and community. Come learn about Sioux Falls Jewish life and meet your friendly neighbors. Each session will begin with a welcome and introduction from a Sioux Falls Jewish community member and be followed by a short reception and opportunity for community members of diverse backgrounds to share ideas and reactions. All sessions are free and open to the public, but advance registration is required. Click here to learn more and to register. Mt. Zion Congregation is located at 523 W. 14th St.
Keep an eye on the OSL calendar, at oslchurch.com/calendar, as events and activities are added! The website calendar is continuously updated, so visit it frequently.
If you’re worshiping from home, you can fully participate in the OSL community’s worship life. Here’s how:• View (or print) weekly worship materials at oslchurch.com.
• Watch worship services on TV: Celebrate: 9:00 a.m., FOX-TV (channel 46.2); Festive: 1:00 p.m., KSCB (cable channel 30; channel 53).
• Catch live-stream worship services at facebook.com/oslchurchsf: Celebrate, 8:45 a.m.; Festive, 10:15 a.m.
• Watch recorded services at oslchurch.com, uploaded on Monday.
• Praise God, from whom all blessings flow!
Opportunities to Help
Thrivent Members: The deadline for directing your Thrivent Choice Dollars is March 31. Why not consider OSL as a recipient of some or all of your Choice Dollars? It makes a difference in supporting the ministry and mission of your church!
OSL is helping our neighbor, Faith Temple Church, by collecting empty egg cartons for them to use in their food giveaways. Bring your cartons to the Church Office during the week, and an OSL volunteer will get them to Faith Temple. Thank you!
One of the greatest gifts we can give to anyone is the gift of our time. A listening ear, a phone call, a quick note can be a source of comfort and a bright spot in someone’s day. OSL’s Caring Friends are volunteers who reach out monthly to OSL members residing in care facilities in the Sioux Falls area. This ministry program was created as an opportunity to minister to those who can no longer participate in worship and fellowship opportunities at OSL, to make them feel connected, and a vital part of their church family. Through phone calls, mail, visits, and prayer, Caring Friends reach out with the Love of Christ to those who often find themselves alone or disconnected. This outreach is an essential part of Our Savior’s mission to connect faith to everyday life. If you would like to participate in this ministry, contact Pr. Tim Lemme (605-336-2942, ext. 19, or tlemme@oslchurch.com) or Ben Weins, Spiritual Care Coordinator (605-336-2942, ext. 28, or bweins@oslchurch.com).
Do you have a friend, neighbor, or relative who has been struggling with the loss of a loved one, loneliness, illness, divorce, or any of countless other life challenges? OSL’s Stephen Ministers can provide them with the focused care, encouragement, and support they need to make it through the crisis. If you know of someone who is hurting, contact Pr. Tim Lemme (605-336-2942, ext. 19, or tlemme@oslchurch.com) or Ben Weins, Spiritual Care Coordinator (605-336-2942, ext. 28, or bweins@oslchurch.com), to see how a Stephen Minister can help.
OSL supports the Food to You Mobile Food Pantry by donating various food items to help local families in need, and helping with food distributions. The item for March is hearty soup; for April, cereal. Always appreciated are toothpaste, shampoo, and deodorant for Hygiene Packs. Place your donations in the marked bins near the south entrance, by the Library.
Have you tried OSL’s text giving option? It’s a quick, convenient way to help support OSL’s mission! Just text sharing to 73256 and follow the short instructions to make a gift to Our Savior’s. Thank you for your continued support!
Credits: “Ask” graphic © 2023 by Barn Geese Worship, used by permission. Healing Service painting by Anne Anderson. Photo of man holding iPhone by Youssef Sarhan on Unsplash. Photo of welcome mat by montco13 from Pixabay. Photo of crying woman by Jeremy Wong on Unsplash. Video of woman knitting by Vlada Karpovich from Pexels. Photo of pickleball equipment by Ben Hershey on Unsplash. Video of TV Pixels by raymond on Videezy.com. Calendar Flip 600 by Muddy River Media via YouTube. Birdhouse photo by Kamen Atanassov on Unsplash. Thrivent Choice Dollars graphic via Thrivent. Photo of friends by Harli Marten on Unsplash. Stephen Ministry background photo by Clément Falize on Unsplash. Photo of man texting by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels.
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