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| September 2010 Newsletter |
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Pastor's Message: ALL FOR JESUS!Greetings in the Name of Jesus, the Christ! Amen.Last month’s newsletter spoke generally about our theme for this year, All for Jesus. The kick-off of this theme will be on Reformation Day Weekend with an event called… CHANGE OF HEART. This will be a bigger, more inclusive event than the dedication of our current church building. Yes, I want all to attend. Why? Because that weekend will be something important for each of us as members of Our Savior … as well as for us together as a church. You’ll be hearing more about the logistics … the how, when and where … in the coming weeks. But, much of what will go on will be a surprise. This I can tell you: there will be great music and there will be some first-class nationally recognized speakers. There will even be some things to buy! Our planning group has been meeting weekly for the past two months and will continue to press on as they are doing this for Jesus … but all that will be for naught if we aren’t there. So, again, I ask you to set this time aside … Friday evening, October 29… Saturday morning and afternoon, October 30, and Sunday morning, October 31. It will be fun, inspiring, and something I pray you’ll carry with you the rest of your days. For now, I do ask for your prayers. Pray for those setting up this event for us. Pray for those who at this moment are being asked to come to Louisville to be part of the event… and pray for us as a congregation that we all might be full participants on that weekend. Honestly … it is ALL ABOUT JESUS! In Him, Pastor Fausel Change of Heart Facebook Event Page Monthly CalendarView the complete September calendar.Something missing? Email information to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and it will be posted. Notes from the Music DirectorDear friends in Christ,We are told that at the top of every music manuscript of the great Johann Sebastian Bach appear the two Latin words: “Iesu, iuva!”— “Jesus, help!” The world’s mightiest master of music did not dare place his fingers on the organ or compose a single melody without first calling on his Lord for help. In Luther’s Small Catechism we are instructed to begin every day with a prayer to God for guidance and protection and then “go joyfully to our work, singing a hymn,” trusting that God will grant success to all that we undertake in His name. The everyday goal of every Christian should be “abiding in the Vine,” being grafted into the Savior, who is the Source of all our strength. “I am the Vine, you are the branches,” says Jesus, “he that abides in Me, and I in Him, the same brings forth much fruit, for without Me you can do nothing.” Paul had experienced the truth of this teaching. That is why he could say: “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.” Let us make sure that in every task we undertake, be it great or small, we are undertaking it with Christ and in Christ; then we can be confident that we will prevail through Christ! We now begin another school year after a summer of rest. Many opportunities exist for us all to “abide in the Vine” at Our Savior Lutheran Church -- through Christian Education and participation in the many ministries of our church. I encourage you to take advantage of these many opportunities for your personal spiritual growth. Join us in Bible Study. Get involved with a ChristCare group. Find a ministry that suits your talents and gifts. Bring your children and your grandchildren! Find a way to be grafted to the Vine. As we set forth (as Bach did), having committed our endeavor to Him in prayer, let us grow in Him cheerfully, boldly, confidently—knowing that in all things He will guide, strengthen, and bless us. Whatever the outcome, be it success or even seeming failure, we will know that our labors have been performed in His name and the results will be in accord with His good and gracious purpose. Yours in Christ, Scott Kamman Director of Music “I am the Vine, you are the branches,” says Jesus, “he that abides in Me, and I in Him, the same brings forth much fruit, for without Me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 Summer Choir and Praise Team Thank You: Thanks to our Summer Choir for your participation in our worship during the summer months. Thanks also to our Praise Teams who continue on without break through the summer. Your willingness to serve is greatly appreciated! Hymn of the Month: The children in our dayschool learn a special hymn or song of the month as part of their worship and religion class experience. For the months of August and September, they will be learning the hymn, “God Himself Is Present,” written by Gerhard Tersteegen (1697-1769). God Himself is present: Let us now adore Him And with awe appear before Him. God is in His temple-- All within keep silence, Humbly kneel in deepest reverence. He alone on His throne, Is our God and Savior; Praise His name forever! Light of light eternal, All things penetrating, For your rays our soul is waiting, As the tender flowers, Willingly unfolding, To the sun their faces holding: Even so Would we do, Light from you obtaining, Strength to serve you gaining. Chapel Worship: Everyone is invited to worship with the school children each week as they gather for chapel on Wednesdays at 8:45 AM in the sanctuary. It is an excellent opportunity for midweek worship. Come and join us! Sep. 1 Pastor Fausel Sep. 8 Scott Kamman Sep. 15 Bethany Kuhnle Sep. 22 Grade 8 Sep. 29 Grades 3 & 6 Answer to the August Quiz: The hymn that prays the petition, “Assist my soul, too apt to stray, a stricter watch to keep” is “Oh, That the Lord Would Guide My Ways.” LSB 707 September Quiz: Which hymn states, “He makes our sorrowing spirit sing”? Communion Reminder: If you partake of the individual communion cup, please clearly hold the empty cup in front of you to help the communion assistant who is serving the common cup to see that you have already communed. Thank you. Hearing Assist Devices: Had trouble hearing well in our sanctuary? These small sound amplifying devices are available from the ushers. Please ask for them! They amplify what is going through our sound system. (These devices do not work outside the sanctuary.) Worship NotesEvery once in a while, we stand for the last verse of a hymn. Why is that?We are standing to show reverence to God during the singing of a Trinitarian verse, a verse that mentions all three persons of the Godhead: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We often designate that verse with the symbol  .In an effort to try to help us all learn about our worship life and liturgy, we offer this little “tidbit” of information each month. It can serve as a review for you, an answer to that question, “Why do we do that?”, or as a teaching tool for our children or grandchildren. Please share this with your family. Discuss it prior to worship. If there is something you would like to have answered, let Scott know. He’ll do his best to find out! Monthly Liturgy Rotation for "Joyful Heritage" ServicesFirst week: Divine Service Setting 1Second week: Divine Service Setting 4 Third week:Divine Service Setting 5 Fourth week: Divine Service Setting 3 Fifth week: Matins or Service of Prayer and Preaching Fall Music MinistryOur Savior’s Fall Music Program is set to begin soon. We have many opportunities for service for those of you who have been blessed with musical talent and wish to use it for God’s glory. This is a great way to not only serve the Lord, but also do something that you enjoy. Please feel free to give our groups a try! We’d love to have you.If you are interested in participating, contact Scott Kamman at 426-1130 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Adult Choir will be starting up again on Thursday, September 9 with a choir open house and wine and cheese party (See ad below). We will continue to meet on Thursday evenings from 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM in the music room. Anyone, high school age or older, is welcome to join us. This is a great way to use your talents in an enjoyable way. We are especially in need of male singers. Come join us! Questions? Talk to Scott Kamman. If you are unable to commit singing regularly, there are opportunities to sing for special times, such as Christmas, Easter, or Passion Week. Watch for them. Contemporary Worship Teams still graciously welcome any musician who is interested in using his or her talent to help us in our contemporary worship. Schedules for worship teams are being drawn up for the fall. If you would like to sing or play on a regular basis, talk to Scott Kamman. Time commitment depends solely on you, as little or as much as you desire. We are in need of both singers and instrumentalists. Adult Handbell Choir will be starting up on Thursday, September 16. We will meet on Thursday evenings directly before the choir rehearsal, beginning at 6:30 PM in the choir room. Anyone, high school age or older, is welcome to join us. Basic music note reading ability is our only requirement. If you’ve played handbells before, we will need you this fall!! Talk to Scott Kamman. Junior Handbell Choir is for any child from Our Savior Lutheran Church or School in grades 4-8 who has an interest in playing and has some music reading skills. Beginning the week of August 30, we will be practicing after school from 3:30 - 4:30 PM in the music room. First year beginners will meet on one day; advanced students on another. The schedule has yet to be determined, but watch the Panther Tale for rehearsal start-up dates. Questions? Ask Scott Kamman Instrumentalists are always welcome to participate in worship, either by assisting in the accompanying of the hymns or playing special music for the worship service. Talk to Scott Kamman. Our Savior Lutheran School Band is available this fall for our school children in grades 3-8. Check with Mr. Kamman or the school office for information. Adult Choir Open House and Wine and Cheese Party
Adult Choir Open House Facebook Event Page The next ChristCare Leader Training class will begin on September 8, 2010 at 7:00 in the OSLS library. We would like to see you there! (It is fun, ask anyone who has been in one.) If you plan to be there, or just think you might be, contact Charles or Marsha Puckett at 471-1691. Calling All ReadersFirst Grade Reading Orientation Meeting on Wednesday, September 1 at 3:30The first grade class is in need of some people who love books and who love to listen to children read. Each week 10:30 - 11:20 and 12:00 - 1:00 on Tuesday and Thursday is a time set aside for reading mentor time. First grade students are able to go to the library and read to a volunteer for 10 - 15 minutes. If you are able to commit to this program weekly, monthly, bi-weekly, quarterly, or just on a drop-in basis please consider attending an orientation meeting on Wednesday, September 1st at 3:30 in the first grade room. If you would like to help with this important program, and are unable to attend the meeting, please contact Dana Netherton at 451-5474 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Golden OldiesSept. 20th, 12:00pm: Pot Luck lunchFor the first time ever in the United States the Equestrian Games will be held at the Horse Park in Lexington. Mr. Martin Klotz agreed to speak to us about this exciting event. Dining Out TogetherOk, DOT, we are ready to go again! Thanks for all the questions from everyone asking when we will get started again! We have had so much fun doing this. Hope we can get some new faces this month. This month we will go back to bd’s Mongolian Grill. (very simple food, so don’t let the name confuse you).They have been a great supporter of The Taste of Our Savior and always treat us special when we visit! We will go September 11 at 6:00 PM.There will be a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board at the bottom of the steps. If you have questions, please call Billie Detroy 905-4834. We have several new families in our congregation, reach out and INVITE. What a great way to help them get involved. DOT Facebook Event Page Fabulous Fall Swing FlingFeaturing Dave Mehl's Swing Street Big Band. Hosted by Our Savior Lutheran Church Youth Ministry as a "Thank You" for your support--past, present, and future. When Cost Includes Attire To Order TicketsOrders can be placed by phone or email. You can pay online or mail a check. Go here to pay online. Make the donation in the "Other" category and put "Swing Fling" in the description. Mail your check payable to OSLC to: Tickets will also be on sale Sunday mornings beginning September 5. Donations accepted! 3rd Annual Golf ScrambleOur Savior's 3rd annual golf scramble will be held on September 25th starting at 8am at Long Run Golf Course. There is further information on the table outside the church office.2011 Entertainment BooksThe new books have arrived! Some of the places featured include: The Melting Pot, Old Chicago Pizza, Buca di Beppo, Cafe Lou Lou, Furlongs,Culver's, Buck's, Kingfish, Senor Iguana's, lots of pizza coupons....Graeter's, Baskin Robbins, Smoothie King, Java Brewing Company and other coffee shops. Bowling alleys, Renaissance Fun Park, Lazer Blaze Puzzle Dome, All about Kids, Putt-Putt and much, much more. Also lots of entertainment and travel values. Lots of retail. Dick's Sporting Goods, Party City, Aeropostale, Old Navy, The Limited and the list goes on! Books will be available in the church and school office. All this is just $25. Please contact Billie Detroy 905-4834 with any questions or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Online GivingYou now have the option to submit your offering electronically. Contributions can be debited automatically from your checking or savings account. Our new electronic giving program offers convenience for you and much-needed donation consistency for our congregation.If you are currently giving on a weekly basis, you will no longer need to write out 52 checks a year or prepare 52 envelopes. And, when travel, illness or other circumstances prevent you from attending services, this program will allow your weekly offerings to continue on an uninterrupted basis. Set up automatic withdrawals or make a one-time offering. Church WebsiteDo you know about an event or have other information about a ministry that is not on the church website? Email it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and it will be posted. |