In This Issue:
Education & Small Group Opportunities
Baptism Class
OSLC Preschool Registration
Dinners at 6:30
Career Transition Support
Film Group Meeting
Children's Education - ages 3-4th grade
Sunday School Begins
8:00 a.m. Sunday School
Sunday School Teacher Training
B.U.G.S.
Sunday School Shopping
Kingdom Kids
Confirmation Education - ages 5th-8th grade
Confirmation Training
Confirmation Orientation
Circles
Jesus & Java
Faith & Fiction
Book Club (4-6th grade)
See You At The Pole
Not Quite Winter Retreat
Youth Quake
Parent Child Playgroup
Mission Trip
Sunday School Teachers Needed
Usher Training
Nursery Care Givers Needed
Youth Team
Hospitality
Church Council
Installation of Milt Bighley
New Disciples Class
Feature Films for Families
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Prayers
Hospitalizations
Community Meal
Lutheran World Relief Outreach
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Fall Worship begins September 11 & 12
Saturday - 5:25 p.m. Spirit of Praise Worship
Sunday - 8 a.m. Traditional Worship,
9:15 & 10:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship
Sunday School available at all three worship services
Nursery available during 9:15 & 10:45 a.m. worship
Our Saviour's Worship Services Aired on Local Cable Stations
North Metro Video airs the video on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. on Channel 11.
East Bethel Citation Cable airs the video on channel 10, 9:00 a.m. on Thursdays.
"Make Way for '40 Days'!" by Pastor Brian
When Our Saviour's Lutheran Church of East Bethel launches its "40 Days of Purpose" campaign on Saturday, September 25, 2004, it will join a worldwide network of thousands of churches. Inspired by remarkable stores of spiritual renewal and growth, an estimated 10,000 churches from the 60 denominations (including many Lutherans!) have experienced the purpose-driven phenomena inspired by a California pastor's best-selling book, The Purpose Driven Life.
During the 40 Days of Purpose campaign at Our Saviour's, the truths about God's five purposes for people-worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and evangelism-will be communicated repeatedly in six ways:
Never in my life have I been more excited about an event! Lately, I've been meeting with several Lutheran pastors in the Metro area whose congregations they serve have experienced the "40 Days" campaign. One common thread amongst them all is their observation of people beginning to live lives of purpose and direction, people whose lives are permanently changed for the good. One pastor spoke of a man who said, "My life had become drudgery. After experiencing the 40 Days, every day has become a gift for me! There's no such thing as 'drudgery' anymore!"
For months, a planning team, led by our Faith Formation Coordinator, Con Matros has been doing intensive planning for this life-changing event, making way for YOU to be a part. Please see Con's message in this publication for more information. Set aside Saturday, September 25, the day the new chapter of your life begins! Make way for '40 Days'!
What is it? It is a 40-day Bible Study focused on providing insight for those who seek to answer the question, "What on Earth am I here for?"
Who's doing it? Thousands of churches worldwide will participate together in a study based on the best-selling book, "The Purpose Driven Life". Rick Warren, founding pastor of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California is the author of this interdenominational book. The book is a devotional with 40 days of individual meditations to help each participant develop a personal devotional life.
How does it all work? While each of us searches for the unique answer as to why God created us, we will learn that there are five major purposes for our existence according to the Word of God. The 40-day journey includes three opportunities to participate. These opportunities are:
All ages in our church will be learning the same information and will have the opportunity to memorize a weekly Bible verse.
When do I get the book? The campaign begins at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church at 19001 Jackson St. NW in East Bethel on Saturday, September 25 at 4 p.m. Rick Warren will share a message via a simulcast event. The Purpose Driven Life book will be handed out at this time. The books will be available to you at a cost of $10 each. If you cannot afford a book, one will be gifted to you!
What else should I know? A Ministry Fair on October 24 and a Mission Fair on October 31 will give people the opportunity to get involved in a ministry and a mission. The whole idea is to get people to look at their own lives and then what they can do in God's kingdom.
What are the Five Purposes? The five purposes of a purpose driven life are:
Please consider joining a small group and discover God's plans for you.
National Simulcast Event - Saturday, September 25 beginning at 4:00 p.m.
Simulcast: Attend the National Simulcast Event at Our Saviour's in the Worship Center for an inspirational message from Rick Warren, author of "The Purpose Driven Life". You'll hear about the 40 Days of Purpose and the 5 Life Purposes that our church family and surrounding community will be studying beginning September 25. Invite your neighbors and friends to come to this event. Childcare will be provided.
Worship: After the Simulcast, please join Lori Krause and the Pastors as we celebrate and worship God with the 5:25 p.m. Spirit of Praise Worship.
Tailgate Party: Following worship, join with all of your friends - both old and new - for a Tailgate Party in the parking lot. Bring a picnic for you and your family and friends, lawn chairs, blankets, grills, thermoses of coffee or hot chocolate - whatever you want! Just enjoy the time together.
Comments from Simulcast participants, October 12, 2002:
"This Simulcast has generated so much excitement and energy!"
"In 41 years I have never been so moved by a teaching as I was today."
"We will never be the same!"
Host Homes and Facilitators of Groups
"Pray that the Master's Word will simply take off and race through the country to a groundswell of response, just as it did among you."
2 Thessalonians 3:1 (MSG)
Pray that God will graciously bless our Host Homes by bringing people together to launch new groups. Ask that God will create a bond of friendship in these groups during and beyond the 40 Days of Purpose Campaign, as our members develop lasting relationships to His glory and honor.
40 Days of Purpose - Sign up to participate in Small Groups at Host Homes on: September 11 & 12, 18 & 19, 25 & 26 in the Gathering Space at the 40 Days Table.
40 Days of Purpose Facilitator Training - plan to attend one of the following:
Tuesday, September 7, 10-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 8, 7- 8:30 p.m. or Thursday, September 9, 7- 8:30 p.m. You will receive your discussion questions and training at that time. Please plan to attend one of these training events. Call Con for questions.
Memory Verse - Week 1 - What on Earth Am I Here For?
Ephesians 2:10 (NRSV)
"For we are what he has made us, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand to be our way of life."
24 Hour Prayer Event - Friday, September 10, 5:25 p.m. through Saturday, September 11, 5:25 p.m.
Prayer Labyrinth
Join us for worship following your prayer journey.
A Prayer Labyrinth will be set up in the Gathering Space. The intention of the labyrinth is to give you space and time for spiritual and personal reflection in a world that crowds it out.
You will bring a Discman with headphones (or one will be provided to you). You'll be given a CD and each track on the CD will relate to one of 11 stations of the labyrinth. You will listen to the lyrics and the instructions on the CD and you follow the labyrinth's path. You may take as much time as you want during the labyrinth - we suggest setting aside at least an hour.
Walking a Prayer Labyrinth can be a very moving spiritual experience. You may want to spend time in the Sanctuary afterwards. People will be available for you if you would like assistance. Walking a Prayer Labyrinth is a very personal experience. You will be walking in silence - paying no attention to those who are walking the Prayer Labyrinth at the same time. You can walk at your own pace and stay at each station as long as you desire.
We hope you will come to experience the Prayer Labyrinth.
Prayer Fasting
Fasting is a spiritual discipline that is taught in the Bible. Fasting, according to the Bible, means to voluntarily reduce or eliminate something from your life for a specific time and purpose.
The United Day of Fasting for the 40 Days of Purpose campaign is done for three primary reasons:
Two Cautions:
If you are interested, stop by Con's office for information on how to fast in a healthy way.
Prayer Walking
Come to the church to walk around the campus and throughout the church building while praying scripture and prayers. The church will be open 24 hours beginning Friday at 5:25 p.m
It is important to remember that God's power is unleashed through the activity of our prayers. Although Campaign plans are necessary, it is prayer that ultimately brings the power of God into this process. He transforms lives and brings lasting change to our church and community. When prayer touches the fuse of God's power, amazing things can happen!
Prayer is the simplest form of communication that we have with God. It is during times of reflection and quiet that we hear God speaking to our hearts, renewing us in His presence. Prayer is a special time of praising Him, confessing our sins, and expressing our own needs to God. It is also a time to ask Him to be working in the world around us. We are praying that God will send a wave of spiritual growth across America and the world. More than 1,500 churches are participating, representing all 50 states, as well as 9 foreign countries. Your prayers matter during this incredible time.
Prayer walking can be defined as "praying on-site with insight." On-site praying is simply praying in the very places where you expect your prayers to be answered. It is a deliberate and planned time of focused prayer. Be prepared to join God in the phenomenal way He is working around you before, during, and after the 40 Days of Purpose Campaign! Ask God to "open your eyes spiritually". To let you see His plans through His eyes. Through God's inspiration, you will discern certain areas that need your concentrated prayer. You will see new potential in your friends, family members, neighbors, fellow church members, and co-workers. Your on-site prayers will prepare resistant hearts to be open to spiritual growth and participation in the 40 Days of Purpose Campaign.
Prayer in the Sanctuary
The Sanctuary will be open all 24 hours for you to come in, write down your prayer requests. Bring your prayers before God during this time. If you desire others to pray with you, someone will be available for you. If you wish to write down your prayers, others will pray those prayers for you when you leave. Or, you can come in to pray for those who have left their prayer concerns.
Music will be playing quietly in the background and the candles will be lit. The Baptismal Font will be filled with water to remind us of our Baptism. The Communion will be present on the Altar to remind us of Jesus' gift to us.
If you have any questions about any of these methods of prayer, please contact Con Matros in the church office. If you can help by being one of the host's during part of these 24 hours, please contact her.
Baptism Class
If you or someone you know would like to be baptized at Our Saviour's please plan on attending Baptism Class. Baptism Class is held on the second Saturday of each month, 10:00 a.m. at Our Saviour's on Jackson St.
Our Saviour's Preschool is now registering for fall session 2004. All of our teachers hold college degrees and have had a lot of experience working with young children. There are only 10 children per class with lots of varied, fun activities planned each day. Call Marilyn Ryding 763-434-6117 for registration information. Our Saviour's Preschool will be held at the Our Saviour's Ministry Center.
Enjoy New Friends and Good Food - Dinner's at 6:30 Join Jim and Cheri Stockinger at Wintergreen's in Isanti on Friday, September, 17th at 6:30 p.m. Please call the church office to sign up so reservations can be made, or sign-up at the Reception Desk at the church. We hope to see you there and that you will bring new people with you! Come to meet new friends. Childcare will not be available.
Career Transition Support "Are you without work? Do you know your job will be going away? Do you want to change careers? Are you wondering where to go from here? Do you need motivation? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, we have some resources for you. The church has a job postings book that it's members have contributed to. This book is full of jobs located throughout the entire Metro Area. It is a great resource for your job/career search. Please stop in at the church anytime and look through the book - your new position might be just around the corner! The book is located at the Reception Desk.
Film Group
Join Vicki Nyman and others who have viewed the film "Life is Beautiful". The film will be discussed on Thursday, September 16 at 7 p.m. at Our Saviour's on Jackson.
Sunday School to Begin on September 11/12 - Registrations Due!
Mark your calendars!!!! The first day of Sunday School) is September 12th. Our Saviour's offers Sunday School to children age 3 (by Sept 1st) through 4th grade. The deadline for Sunday School registration is September 1, 2004. Please honor this deadline so that materials can be ordered and purchased. Registration forms are available in the Children's Ministry Office or at the Reception desk. If you have any questions please call Heidi Wyatt at 434-6117. Thank you!!
Sunday School During Every Worship Time
We will be offering a new opportunity for Sunday School age children this fall. Sunday School will be offered at the 8 a.m. worship service in addition to the other worship services. This will be a drop-in, multi-age type of Sunday School. Children are to register for 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School even if they are going to attend the 8 a.m. Sunday School time. If you have questions please call, Heidi Wyatt at 763-434-6117. Thank you.
Insurance Requires ALL Who Work With Children Must Attend Training
Due to changes in Our Saviour's insurance you must attend training to work with children/youth at OSLC if you are a: Sunday School teacher, Confirmation Guide, Jr. Guide, Leader, Mentor Adult Leader/Chap-erone for Junior or Senior High Youth. Please plan on attending one of the following training sessions: Tuesday, September 7 at 10 a.m., Wednesday, September 8 at 7 p.m. or Thursday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. If you have any questions please call Heidi Wyatt (Children's Ministry) or Jodi Blowers (Confir-mation) at 763-434-6117. Thank you.
B.U.G.S:
What is B.U.G.S.? (Believers Under God Saturdays). This is a multi-age Sunday school program that is held at the same time as the Saturday 5:25 worship service. Children begin their time in worship with their families. Children are to be registered for either 9:15 or 10:45 a.m. Sunday School. Questions? Call Heidi Wyatt at 763-434-6117.
Sunday School Shopping - Help Replenish Supplies!
Many of you are currently participating in the annual event of Back to School shopping to provide supplies that your child will need for their upcoming school year. Sunday School could also use some school supplies. We currently need Fiskars scissors (pointy tip), markers, glue sticks and glue. If you can help be picking up any of these items please do so. They can be dropped of in the Children's Ministry Office. Thank you!!!!
Activities Geared for Ages 3-10 - Kingdom Kids
Kingdom Kids events are party-type events that provided opportunities for fun in a church setting. Everyone is welcome but activities are targeted for children ages 3-10. You are also encouraged to bring friends to these events. Please note that some of the specific activities have changed. Dates are still in the planning stages. Watch the Happenings for the event date.
Insurance Requires Training for ALL Who Work With Youth - Confirmation Guides, Jr. Guides, Team Leaders and Senior Adult Mentors must attend one of the following Risk Management Training-Confirmation Training sessions on September 7, 10-11:30 a.m., September 8 & 9, 7-8:30 p.m. Confirmation Registration deadline is September 1, 2004. Please be sure you register!
Confirmation To Begin September 22 - Orientation for 5th - 8th grade students and parents is September 22, 2004. 5th-7th grade 6-7 p.m. and 8th grade 7:15-8:15 p.m.
Circle Meetings
Hannah - 2nd Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. - Coordinator, Daree Selby, 434-5228
Lydia - 2nd Thursday at 10:00 a.m. - Coordinator, Myrt Anderson, 434-5716
Priscilla Circle - 3rd Monday at 1:00 p.m. - Coordinators, Ardelle Olsen, 434-3779 & Shirley Langmade, 434-5616
Sarah Circle - 3rd Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. - Coordinator, Cindy Wrobel, 434-3366
Please watch the weekly Happenings for meeting places.
Women's Ministry Team meets on the 3rd Thursday at 7:00 p.m. (every-other month)
All women of Our Saviour's are invited to attend Circle Meetings and the Women's Ministry Team meetings!
Fellowship and Treats Accompany Book Discussions:
Jesus & Java, an evening book group, meets next on September 13, 7 p.m. at the home of Marge Nelson. The September book will be The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, by Alexander McCall Smith. This first novel in the widely acclaimed The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series tells the story of the delightfully cunning and engaging Precious Ramotswe. Setting up shop in Gaborone, she is hired to track down a missing husband, uncover a con man, and follow a wayward daughter. But the case that lands her in danger, is that of a missing 11year old boy, who may have been snatched by witch doctors. Please sign up in the Ministries & Activities Book at the Reception Desk if you plan to attend. Directions to the meeting are available in the book. Questions? Call Jesus & Java Coordinator, Jo Rohady at 763-434-3203.
Jesus & Java Book Group Schedule 2004 - 2005
| Date | Title | Author |
| 9/13/04 | The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency | Alexander McCall Smith |
| 10/11/04 | No Meeting - 40 Days of Purpose | |
| 11/8/04 | Under the Banner of Heaven | Jon Krakauer |
| 12/13/04 | The Kitchen Boy | Robert Alexander |
| 1/10/05 | The True Story of Hansel and Gretel | Louise Murphy |
| 2/14/05 | Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight | Alexandra Fuller |
| 3/14/05 | The Ladies Auxiliary | Tova Mirvis |
| 4/11/05 | The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time | Mark Haddon |
| 5/9/05 | Angels & Demons | Dan Brown |
| 6/14/05 | Open Secrets | Richard Lischer |
| 7/12/05 | Lucia, Lucia | Adriana Trigiani |
| 8/9/05 | select books for 2005 - 2006 |
Faith and Fiction, a daytime book group, meets the second Tuesday of every month, 1:30 p.m. at the home of Marion Peterson, 1821 Briarwood Ln. Cedar. The September 14 book will be Five People You Meet in Heaven, by Mitch Albom. You are invited to sit down with a cup of coffee and friends to discuss this riveting story. Pastor Tessa will be our guest discussion leader. There's no need to sign up-"walk-in's" are welcome! Questions? Call Donna Nelson, Faith & Fiction Coordinator, at 763-434-3423.
| Date | Title | Author |
| 10/12/04 | No Meeting - 40 Days of Purpose | |
| 11/9/04 | SELECT BOOKS FOR 2005 | |
| 12/14/04 | The Golden Ring: A Christmas Story | John Snyder |
Book Discussion and Fellowship for Grades 4-6 - Book Club will be meeting on the second Wednesday in September. Join us on September 8, 7-8 p.m. at Our Saviour's on Jackson St. to discuss the book Lone Wolf, by Kristine Franklin. Sign-up in the Youth Book at the Reception Desk if you are interested in attending. There will be no Book Club in October and November due to the 40 Days of Purpose. Watch the Happenings for the December book and meeting time.
See You At The Pole (SYATP) - Wednesday, September 15, 7 a.m. Bring your friends and meet at your school flag pole. SYATP is student-initiated, student-organized, and student-led. That means this is all about students meeting at their school flagpole to pray-for their school, friends, teachers, government, and nation. See You at the Pole is not a public demonstration. It is not a club meeting. It is not a church service. "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ ..." Colossians 4:2-3 (NIV)
Calling ALL Senior High Youth - we wanted to take you away for a winter weekend; to let you renew, rewind, and restore. We wanted to treat you like royalty, to feed you like kings, to serenade you like queens. But winter weekends are booked and the royal chef didn't appear. So we're going anyway.
THE NOT QUITE WINTER RETREAT
September 17-19, 2004. Meet at the church at 5:30 Sept. 17 - We'll be taking the bus. Return around 2 PM Sept. 19. Arrangements will be made for Sunday school teachers to be at church for Sunday morning and then return to the retreat. What to bring: Sleeping bag, pillow, towel, toiletries, Bible, notebook, and pen. Sign up by September 12 in the YOUTH BOOK at the information desk. Cost: $25.
Youth Enjoy a Weekend of Great Music, Motivational Speakers and Spiritual Growth -Youth Quake for grades 6-9 - November 12-14, 2004 "Calm the Storm" (Luke 8:24) Youth Quake is a weekend Christian Retreat at the Hilton Hotel Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport for youth groups and their adult leaders. This Weekend is full of great music, motivational speakers, spiritual growth, lessons on life and exciting interaction between youth groups. The cost is $75 if signed up and paid by August 29, $90 if signed up and paid between Aug. 30 and Sept. 22. 28 % of registration cost is being provided by the Youth Scholarship Fund! Sign up in the Youth Events Book at the Reception Desk. Payment is due with your registration. We will need male and female chaperones for this event. Please consider spending a weekend getting to know the youth of Our Saviour's. Contact Susan Ahlers (763-753-2605) or Chris Snoweart (763-434-0231) with questions or check out the web site: http://www.youthencounter.org/quakes/
Parent Child Playgroup is seeking a facilitator. If you are interested in being the planner for this once a month group, please contact Con Matros at the church for details and ideas. This group will not be meeting in September or October, but hopefully will have a facilitator by November.
Mission Trip-Help Build a Home in Juarez, Mexico. We are seeking six more people to help build a home for a family from December 27, 2004 through January 1, 2005. The cost for the entire trip should be approximately $800. Per person, this includes air fare, van rental, lodging and food. Reservations must be made within the next two weeks. Please prayerfully consider this mission opportunity and call Barb and Lee Granquist, 763-434-7108 for more details.
Sunday School Teachers:
Sunday School Teachers are still needed to guide children in their faith development. Please prayerfully consider serving in this manner. If you are interested please contact Heidi Wyatt at 434-6117. Thank you.
Usher Training will be held for all current and new ushers on Tues., September 7, or Mon., September 20, 7-9 p.m. at Our Saviour's on Jackson St. Please attend to learn about how ushering looks in our new worship space.
Nursery:
Nursery Care-givers are needed at the numerous Bible Study and other event times. Specific times are Thursday mornings and Thursday evenings. Please contact the office or Heidi Wyatt if you would be willing to help out by providing Child Care at these times.
Youth Team Meetings are scheduled for the 1st Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Adults and youth please join us on September 2 at Our Saviour's on Jackson St. as we plan for the year's youth activities.
Sunday Morning Hospitality Opportunities
You and your group are invited to serve treats, coffee and lemonade on a Sunday morning after each worship service. Serving Hospitality provides an opportunity to highlight your ministry area by sharing your group's story and the ministry opportunities your group provides. If you are interested in providing Hospitality, please sign up in the Ministries & Activities Sign Up Notebook at the Reception Desk or call the church office, 763-434-6117.
Looking for volunteer opportunities in your community? Try visiting www.volunteermatch.org where you can search for volunteer opportunities by zip code.
September 6, 2004 Labor Day
September 11, 2004 Patriot Day (remembrance of 9/11)
September 12, 2004 Grandparents Day
September 22, 2004 First Day of Autumn
Church Council meets on Thursday, September 9, at 6:30 p.m.
Church Council Officers
President: Mike Baker
Vice President: Michelle Reichow
Secretary: Marcia Roark
Treasurer: Jerry Basney
Milt Bighley, Director of Youth Ministries to be Installed During Worship Services on September 11 & 12 - Milt will preach at all services. Plan to join us following worship for treats and an opportunity to welcome Milt to our congregation.
Congratulations to Kelly Meyenburg, crowned Miss East Bethel. Way to go Kelly!!
The next New Disciples Class is scheduled for September 19. Join us for worship at 10:45, class will begin following worship and continue through 3:30 p.m. Class will include orientation, lunch and photos. Please call the church office to register and let us know whether you need childcare.
Coming to a Home Theater - Recommended for Family Viewing
The Tree of Life Resource Center (Library) has received a very generous donation of over 60 Feature Films for Families videos. These videos are positive, uplifting movies that both teach and entertain. Feature Films for Families videos instill important values that have stood the test of time. Many families feel helpless against the media onslaught of violent films and TV. Feature Films for Families® is committed to providing quality entertainment that lifts the spirit and strengthens those bedrock beliefs families hold dear. They are committed to providing famly-friendly entertainment. The next time you're trying to decide on what to watch on family movie night, stop by the Resource Center (next to the main office) and check out a Feature Films for Families video.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
There is some interest in beginning a Prayer Shawl ministry at Our Saviour's. Prayer shawls are knitted or crocheted and the person who makes the shawl will pray over it as they work. The shawls are then given to someone who is homebound, grieving or ill. If you would be interested in being a part of this ministry, please contact Con Matros in the church office.
Prayers for Military Personnel: Please call the prayer line (ext. 33) with names of Military Personnel serving overseas if you desire them to be listed on our Prayer Needs. Thank you!
The church office will be closed on Monday, September 6 - have a safe holiday!
Our Saviour's on Jackson St. is kept locked and has a security system! If you and/or your group want to use the facilities at any time it is vital that you contact the church office.
Hospitalizations - note that because of Federal privacy regulations, hospitals will often not share with the pastoral staff information about your hospitalization. If you or a loved one is hospitalized and you would welcome a visit from the pastoral staff, please contact the church office.
Anoka County Senior Information Line - a free information and referral service linking older adults and families with local services - call 763-783-4707.
A New Look for our Monthly Newsletter - we are excited to announce that, beginning with the October issue of our newsletter, Automated Print Shop will be providing us with a "NEW" professionally printed newsletter. There will be NO cost to us for this service and we will be able to save a considerable amount in time and money. We will have a page of local sponsors in the new newsletter (this is what pays for the newsletter) and we invite anyone who wishes to advertise their business to contact Cindy Delmonico at church, 763-434-6117. You may be contacted in the upcoming weeks by a representative of Automated Print Shop to see if you wish to participate in the newsletter.
Messenger gets Name Change & Face Lift - the Our Saviour's monthly newsletter will be in a larger format and be called "Seeds of Faith" to better reflect our Mission and Vision Statements. Watch for your revitalized October issue of the newsletter at the end of September.
October Seeds of Faith Deadline - Monday, September 6, 2004
Articles for the Newsletter will be due on the first Monday of the month, in order to meet the Automated Print Shop schedule. Newsletter Assembly will be September 27, 8:30 a.m. at Our Saviour's on Jackson St. Your help is valued!
Submit your articles to the Newsletter by filling out a newsgathering form (available in the Information Center). Forms can be dropped off in the church office. You can also submit articles via email to jgreen@oursaviourslc.org. or fax to 763-434-0394.
Our Saviour's Messenger
If you would like to help save the church money and valuable resources by receiving your newsletter via email please forward your email addresses to the church office. God's Peace, Cindy Delmonico,
cdelmonico@oursaviourslc.org.
On December 18, 2001, congress approved a joint resolution designating September 11 of each year as "Patriot Day". It's a day to remember the more than 3,000 innocent lives lost on that September morning in 2001.
The resolution requests that each year the President issue a proclamation calling on the American people and state and local governments to observe the day with appropriate programs and activities. Those activities include remembrance services, candlelight vigils, moments of silence, and flying the American flag at half-staff.
In his 2003 proclamation President Bush said, "on that day, and in its aftermath, we saw the greatness of America in the bravery of victims; in the heroism of first responders who laid down their lives to save others; in the compassion of people who stepped forward to help those they had never met; and in the generosity of millions of Americans who enriched our country with acts of service and kindness."
Keep them all in your prayers this Patriot Day.
Community Meal at Our Saviour's Ministry Center on Viking Blvd. - Saturday, September 25, 5-6 p.m. A free meal is served every fourth Saturday of the month to all who come. All are invited, all are welcome! Please bring a friend and join us as we open our doors to the community. A place has been set for you!
Lutheran World Relief Accepts $500,000 Award from the Pierre and Pamela Omidyar Fund: Money to Aid Darfur, Sudan.
The Omidyars, founders of eBay stated that the grant is for people "in greatest danger" in what is judged to be the world's worst current humanitarian crisis. In providing this much-needed funding for the Western Sudan/Chad Darfur crisis, the foundation cited LWR for its work.
LWR is putting the grant funds to use to protect people forced from their homes by raiding militia in the past year. These people, who live under harsh conditions, now, are facing disease and malnutrition. LWR and its partners have long experience working in Sudan; they now are gearing up to assist people living in camps and burned-out villages by:
For more information on LWR's advocacy efforts related to the humanitarian crisis in Sudan or to help LWR respond to the needs of the people in Sudan with a contribution, please visit http://lwr-news.c.topica.com/maacwpgaa8XAEbnRYzeb/
Dear Friends in Christ,
Let me tell you something amazing. There is one little congregation in Honolulu, Hawaii that may have more former atheists among its members than any congre-gation in the entire ELCA. What God is doing among them is amazing, and you have helped it happen! Your recent mission support offering of $1773 will serve to streng-then and empower this and hundreds of other missions. On behalf of those who are about to hear the story of Jesus be-cause of you, thank you.
Pastor Heather E Hammond, Bishop's Associate
Grace Elizabeth born on August 9 to Leah & Josh Beck. The proud grandparents are Kathy & Greg Matson.
Olivia Faye born on August 10 to Bob & Kristi Headley.
August 1, 2004
Erik John Walter Kittelson
Parents: Angela & Kim Kittelson
Sponsors: Janis Fryberger, Todd Taylor
August 8, 2004
Kaylyn Josephine Wagner
Parents: Angela Howell, Robb Wagner
Sponsors: Rondi Reinert, Tracy Howell
August 15, 2004
Jaclyn Nicole White
Parents: Anthony & Tammy White
Sponsors: Sandra Nauber & Rob White
Kayla LouAnn Johnson
Parents: Michael Johnson & Caroline Draeger
Sponsors: Lynn Draeger, Michelle Fleming, Donald White
August 14, 2004
Stephanie Ensrud & Scott Robinson
August 21, 2004
Kathryn Wright & Matthew George
August 28, 2004
Charley Albertson & Dana Lund
Gail Quittum
Roy Maslen
Lloyd Emmett (Doc) Docken
Nancy Poulos
Dale Edward Hultman
July 18, 2004
Jennifer Lynn Avery
Give your offering electronically! Simply Giving is the name of a program sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans (formerly known as Lutheran Brotherhood). This program enables you to set up an electronic transfer of money from your checking or savings account to Our Saviour's checking account. Simply Giving is provided at NO COST to you or the church. Thrivent sponsors the program and covers the cost of the electronic transfer. If you choose to participate, you specify the amount and the frequency, weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly (either the 1st or 15th). For more information contact Kay Carlson, Bookkeeper in the office at 763-434-6117 or email at kcarlson@oursaviourslc.org.
July Finances
Beginning Balance $ -502
Income $ 73,293
Expenses $ -74,974
Ending Balance $ -2,183
Dedicated Funds
Beginning Balance $ -1,022
Income $ 14,916
Expenses $ -48,145
Ending Balance $ -34,251
Let Us Go Across
Beginning Balance $ 291,438
Income $ 18,185
Expenses $ -46,365
Ending Balance $ 263,258
Benevolence Total $ 2,898
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