October 28, 2007 Bulletin

The flowers have been placed on the altar today to the Glory of God by: 

John and Pat Kuecker in honor of their son Matthew’s birthday

LESSONS FOR NEXT WEEK

Revelation 7: (2-8) 9-17
1 John 3: 1-3
Matthew 5:1-12 

ATTENDANCE (Previous Week)

Those in Worship:
Members: 214
Visitors: 21
Oxmoor: 25

PRAYERS ARE REQUESTED

For the sick and those recovering from illness: Charles Puckett, Darleen Hutto, Sue Sexton, Tom Deuth, Anita Head, Michael Berger, Marianne Shelbon, Juanita Sundal, Jana Maher, Bert Windham, Warren Mounts, Mike Tinsley, Martha Harnish, Brock Douglas, Virginia Alexander, Linda Dixon, Nick Zimmer, Robert Hiegel, Robert Hunt, Claire Edwards, Erman McClaskey, Mark Hayden, Karen Jackson, Mike Allen, Caelyn, Joann Leeming, Joey Eckler, Mary McKenize, Brenda Rogers, Elizabeth Edwards, Pam Stich, Erin Worsham, Susan Davis

For those who are homebound with illness: James Hardin, Vera Orsini, Erna Kelley, Dorothy Wolter, Yvonne Detroy, Harriett Conder, Edith Braun, Thelma Behrmann, Mary Cusick, Mary Boston, Dolly Martin, Elsie Stanard, Elvera Weltzin, David Hardin, Howard Harnish, Jerry and  Marge Tauscher, John R. Smith

For those in the military: Zachary Holland, Roy Oberhaus, Matthew Kuecker, Mike Hildebrandt, Don Wheeler, Lori Alix, James Marshburn, Tony Crespo, Donnie Tyler, Michael Costello, Jerome Rowan, Michael Alexander, Johnathon and Julie Heinze

ANNOUNCEMENTS

LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS:  It is time to order or renew your subscription.  Order forms are located on the church bulletin board.  Please complete the form and return it to the church office or offering plate with a check for $15.00. The deadline to order is TOMORROW October 29, 2007.

LUTHERAN EDUCATION ANNUAL FUND (LEAF): this annual campaign is an important part of the Department of Day School’s budget and helps subsidize the cost of educating the students.  There are tables set up in the church and elevator lobbies to assist our members in the collection of donations.  Your participation in LEAF helps maintain a quality learning environment OSLS.
 
SUNDAY MORNING ADULT BIBLE CLASS: now meets in the gymnasium.

TODAY IN SUNDAY SCHOOL: The story of Moses and the plagues on Egypt (Exodus 5-10).  Through a series of horrific plagues, God punished the Egyptians for their sinful treatment of His people and freed His people from bondage.  Through His horrific suffering and death on the cross, Jesus took the punishment for our sin and freed us from sin’s bondage.  Talk with your children about what it means to be freed from the slavery of sin and ask them to tell you about the plagues and the almighty power of God. 

ANNUAL ELECTION OF CHURCH LEADERS: The positions of President and Vice President and the department heads of Day School, Evangelism, Building and Grounds, Elders, Parish Education, and Finance and Administration (Treasurer), are open for election this fall.  If you or anyone you know are willing to serve please contact Steve Lindgren, chairman of the nominating committee, or Luther Oberhaus, Norm Kendt, or Larry Ashley with the name and their phone number. 

NEW MEMBER CLASS:  Pastor Fausel will be leading a “New Member Class” for those who want to learn more about our church and its teachings, on Saturday, November 3, 2007, from 9:30 AM until 3:30 PM, with lunch included. This class will cover the study of the basic tenents of the Christian Faith and introduce the participants to our practice of the faith here at Our Savior.  Please contact the church office, 426-1130, if you plan to attend so that we can reserve a space for you.

SPECIAL WORSHIP SERVICE AND CONGREGATIONAL VOTER’S MEETING:  November 11, that day there will be only one service at 10 AM with Sunday School and Bible Study at 9 AM.  The Voter’s Meeting to elect officers will be held in accordance with our Constitution and By-laws, immediately after the service in the sanctuary.  There will not be a pot-luck meal associated with this meeting.  Please make note of this special service time on your calendar. 

THANKSGIVING FOOD BASKETS: Our Savior is assisting EACM to provide Thanksgiving Baskets for those less fortunate in our area.  Baskets are provided (with a list) to return the food in.  You don’t need a basket to shop.  Additional lists of items needed are located on the table in the church lobby by the poster.  Please return your gifts for others by November 11. “God our Maker, doth provide, For our wants to be supplied.” LSB Hymn 892.

LUTHERAN CHURCH EXTENSION FUND: Special Offer:  Continues through Nov. 30, 2007.  LCEF is offering a 6% (6.136% APY) 2-Year Term Investment. You can obtain investment applications and learn more about this special opportunity or other investment opportunities by visiting www.lcef.org. or calling 1-800-843-5233.
THANKSGIVING SERVICE:  There will only be one Thanksgiving Service this year and it will be held on Wednesday Evening at 7 PM.  There will not be a Thanksgiving Day Service.  Please join us that evening as we give thanks to God for His many blessings.

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS FOR 2007-2008 are available from LWML for $20 in the church office and school office.  Make your checks payable to LWML. This book has discount coupons for local restaurants, entertainment activities, services, and other discounts. If you have questions please contact Billie Detroy. 

CONFIRMATION CLASS:  There will be no class held on October 31, due to the celebration of All Hallow’s Eve (Halloween).

CIRCUIT REFORMATION SERVICE:  will be held TODAY, at 3 PM, at Shepherd of the Hills, Georgetown, IN.  Pastor Dan May, IN. Dist. President will be preaching and will be installing Pastor Mark Whitsett as Director of Pastoral Care at Cedar Lake Lodge. There will be a light reception following the service. 

OSLS OPEN HOUSE:  November 11 from 2-4 PM, Our Savior Lutheran School cordially invites all members of the congregation, especially those with school-aged children, to our Annual Open House.  You will have an opportunity to meet the faculty and staff, hear the students perform, see what a SmartBoard is and what it can do, learn about extracurricular programs and, above all, find out about our quality Christian Education with a personal touch.  Please invite family, friends, and neighbors who have school-aged children to also learn about Our Savior.

BOOK CLUB:  The book Club will meet next Sunday, November 4, after the late service at the Bristol on Hurstbourne Lane to discuss the book Three Cups of Tea, by Greg Mortenson and David Olliver Relin.  Please contact Karen Osborne, 243-1765 with any questions.
 

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