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OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL “Serving Christ—Serving Others—Changing Lives”
August 7, 2016
Weekly Newsletter
Our Savior Offers Three Services on Sunday Morning 8:00 & 11:00 a.m. Traditional Liturgical Worship Services with Holy Communion
9:30 a.m. “Shout for Joy” Contemporary Worship and Praise with Holy Communion
RECEIVING THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM today following the 11:00 service.
JOSEPHINE JAYMES McGAAN YETS Born June 14, 2016
Daughter of Jason Yets and Kim Hanson
Please Keep the Following Members in Prayer: Amy Mathis, David, Marianne & Michael DeMinck, Roger Detwiler, Jane Sird, Debbie Holub, Amy Bontrager, Pastor Ed Nicklas, Jean Solorzano, Cindy Yadgaroff, Al and Val Perry, Michael Hea, Louise Acton, Joan Roberts, John Scerba, Jerry Hemeke, Rene Cucci, Luke Strang, Marie DrePaul, Ken O’Brien, David Snyder, Marilyn Gruenbaum
Other Prayer Requests Thank you to the Youth and leaders who attended the National Youth Gathering and for sharing some of their experience today, The Morrison Family, Our leadership here at Our Savior, All ministers, former pastors and vicars of Our Savior Lutheran Church, missionaries, chaplains, police, & firefighters. OSLS and Mirror Lake Elementary School, LifeNet4 Families, Food for the Poor, Mission Haiti. Our nation and its leaders, president and all people in armed services.
Flowers that adorn our chancel this morning were given by…. Marie DrePaul, in honor of her renewal of Baptism this morning following the services.
Nursing Home/Assisted Living/ Rehab. Assisted Living: Lillian Velez, Ted and Shirley Ray, Dorothy Hanser Members & Family in the Armed Services Anthony Valladares in Parris Island, Jorge Alberto-Peralta (son of Jorge Peralta) in Saudi-Arabia. Nicholas Mink (grandson of Allan and Jan Mink), stationed at Great Lakes Naval Station, IL, Ingrid Mink (granddaughter of Allan& Jan Mink) in South Korea. Jessica Lee (niece of Randy &Lynne Steinbeck) in Germany. Matthew Osborne (grandson of David & Marianne DeMinck) in Camp Lejeune,NC. Bryce Miranda (nephew of Susan George-Kenyon) in San Diego, CA. Kyle Thornton, (grandson of Susan George-Kenyon) recently joined the Air Force. Michael Sass (Gruenbaum family) on his 3
rd deployment to the Middle East.
Members: Scott Tucek in South Korea. Brian Strang and Jonathan Brown in Ft. Campbell, KY. Brandon Edelstein in South Carolina. Steven Morrison in Dayton, Ohio.
Sunday, August 14th
Both 9:30 and 11:00 Service
BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS
All students from all schools and every grade. Bring your
backpacks and your lunchboxes for a special blessing for
back to school. Invite your friends, family and neighbors!
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE Sun. 8/7
YOUTH SUNDAY Services 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
Summer Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Class 9:30 a.m.
Board of Lay Ministry 12:15 p.m. Mon. 8/8 Tues. 8/9
NO Adult Bible Study Coming Soon-Information on Next Class
Wed. 8/10 Bible Brunch 10:00 a.m.
Thurs. 8/11 BOLD Justice Meeting 7:30 p.m.
Fri. 8/12 Sat. 8/13
Prayer Walk 9:00 a.m. Work Day 9:00 a.m. - noon
Sun. 8/14 LifeNet4Families Sunday
Services 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Summer Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Adult Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Blessing of the Backpacks 9:30 & 11:00 Installation of Teachers 11:00 service
PRAYER WALK AROUND OUR CHURCH AND SCHOOL FACILITY
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13, 2016 9:00 - NOON
Please plan to join us to prayer walk our church property including the sanctuary, all areas within, all offices, and the entire school which will be open as teachers are preparing for the new school year. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex; all are welcome to come and pray
BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES August 7
th – 13
th
Happy Birthday! 8
th Gordon Liebig, Corinna Morales,
Christine Rodriguez, Laura Schelong, 9
th Elizabeth Colburn, Katherine Gutierrez, Mary Jane Neils, Aaron Seusarran,
11th David Bleier, Angelina DeLaHorra, Desiree Gaffley, Hank Kueltzo,
13th Madyson Hemeke
Happy Anniversary! 9
th David and Percy Bleier 41 years
IN PREPARATION FOR OUR
NEW SCHOOL YEAR BEGINNING
Let’s ALL come out on Saturday,
August 13, 2016
9:00 a.m. – Noon (lunch too!)
We will have a job for every age!
Let’s clean: window sills, windows,
blinds, the kitchen, the youth room,
mulching outside, pressure washing,
pencils in pews, etc…….
Please bring rakes, pressure
cleaners, paper towels, Windex, buckets and rags.
Let’s show this community how
much we love Our Savior Lutheran
Church and School.
OUR RESPONSE TO GOD’S LOVE IN CHRIST
As measured by our church attendance: Average Sunday Attendance 194 Average Last Year 214 Attendance 7/31/2016 176
RESERVE FUND CAMPAIGN
Please check out the new card you will find in the pew holder. The Stewardship Committee is kicking off a campaign this morning which will continue through October, asking our generous members to consider contributing a monthly amount for the next three “hurricane warning” months to our Reserve Fund. We have an insurance deductible of $150,000 for hurricane related damage to church and school, and a current reserve of just over $30,000. If you are able to contribute any amount over and above your normal offering to the Lord, we will be giving thanks and expressing
gratitude to God for your generosity.
JOIN THE
“RESERVES”
Ideas on How to Invite People to Attend Worship Services
Pray for the unchurched in our community. Pray for children being raised outside the church, couples in marriages that don’t have Christ at their center, etc. But pray also for specific families and individuals – friends, relatives, associates, neighbors – by name every day! Know that personal invitations are the most effective method of increasing worship attendance. Invest 60 seconds once a week to invite someone to attend worship with you. Continue to invite a person every two months even if they decline you invitations. Those invited may eventually come to a season of life when they are receptive to attending worship. Regular invitations are more likely to overlap one of these seasons. Keep Sunday’s bulletin in your car or on your desk until you have given it to someone along with your personal invitation for them to join you in worship.
USE YOUR GIFTS TO SERVE Altar Guild Usher Reader Worship Assist (Communion) Grounds Painting The list goes on…. Call the church office and let us know how you can serve. 954.473.6888
Grow in Faith! Our Sunday School and Bible study kick-off will be Sunday, August 28
th
with the installation of all of our Sunday School, Bible Class and Confirmation teachers during the 9:30am service.
Appreciation Lunch
for
Nancy Volz
Sunday, August 28th
12:15 p.m. Please let us know if you will be
attending. There is a sign-up sheet in
the front narthex.
BRING YOUR
BIBLE
TO CHURCH
Bring your Bible to Church as we
commission them for the
upcoming year of Bible study
and worship!
SUNDAY AUGUST 28TH
Altar This central furnishing in a Christian worship space is usually fairly large, with a solid front that may be decorated with symbols or words. The flat surface, often covered with a cloth, is where the Communion elements are prepared and placed, reminding us of Jesus' sacrifice as the Lamb of God. In some churches, the altar looks more like a table, with open legwork. We remember that Jesus invites us into fellowship with God now and to the heavenly banquet for eternity. We place offerings on the altar to symbolize our sacrificial response to
God's redeeming love.
BOLD JUSTICE Micah 6:8 "He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the lord require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" Florida's Civil Citation program (FL Statue 985) diverts juveniles from an arrest record toward a community based diversion program. This program allows juveniles to make restitution to victims and to complete interventions to change their behavior without obtaining a criminal record.
LifeNet4Families News LifeNet4Families has a new Volunteer Coordinator, Luciano Todeschini, who called us to let us know that volunteers are desperately needed on Mondays through Saturdays from 8:00 till 11:00 a.m. There are also opportunities to help from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Please consider helping our community by calling Luciano at 954-314-9815.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED
Thank You!
The Women's Group would like to thank everyone who donated during the month of July in support of Animal Aid, Inc. Several members of the organization, including the founder, attended our meeting on Monday, July 18, along with several "fur babies", who won everyone's hearts. All who attended had a wonderful time, and Animal Aid was overwhelmed bythe variety and quantity of items contributed. They were particularly appreciative of the warmth of theirwelcome and the friendliness of everyone they met.
Check out the Animal Aid, Inc. Facebook page for a very nice thank you (with pictures)!
This was truly an event that embodied "Serving Christ, Serving Others, Changing Lives”.
Haiti Mission Trip Supplies: In October, Rose Johnson and Roberta Little will be part of a Mission Haiti team traveling to a remote area in Haiti. We have been requested to bring school supplies: pencils, erasers, glue sticks, paper, plastic pencil sharpeners, crayons, and scissors. A poster/box have been set up in the narthex where supplies can be donated. Thanks in advance for your support. Questions? Contact Roberta: 954-439-3740/[email protected] and/or Rose Johnson 954-275-0703 or [email protected].
Book Club News! Book Club will resume on Thursday,
September 1st. We are reading "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls. The first meeting will be hosted by our own Jane Nicklas at her home in Davie.
For more information or directions, please contact Carol Tucek,
954 726-1113, or e-mail [email protected].
We would love for you to join us!
August 7, 2016 Prayer Letter Prayers may be emailed to [email protected]
(All anonymous prayers are given to the Pastor)
WE GIVE THANKS AND PRAISE TO GOD FOR HIS BLESSINGS “Praise the Lord for the glory of his name; worship the Lord because He is holy.” Psalm 29:2
“Glorify the Lord with me; let us exalt His name together.” Psalm 34
Roberta Little prays with a grateful heart, “The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh. Blessed be the name of the Lord!” Norma Miller prays, “Thank you, Lord that your mercies are new every day.” Marilyn Gruenbaum writes, “Thanksgiving that 8 year old Noah has had no hospital stays for several months after years of medical complications and a heart transplant.” Judy Detwiler prays, “Thank you, Lord, for your blessings and thank you for meeting Phyllis Block and taking her to heaven.” Kathryn Slyker offers a prayer of thanksgiving for her new job. Mary Hackney offers a prayer of thanksgiving for Angela’s safe return home.
WE PRAY FOR GOD’S HEALING TOUCH
Carisa Meier requests prayer for her mom, Sherry, recovering following hospitalization from a tick bite. Mary Hackney asks for prayer for her mom, Mary Thomson, who is very weak, too weak to begin chemo for her recently diagnosed colon cancer. “Please pray for strength for my dad, David and Uncle Joe who spend all day with her encouraging and assisting her. Ann Papp seeks prayers for Beth to continue healing heart, mind, body, soul. Give her family God’s strength and love. Karen Walbridge prays for return to health of the sister of Betty Hea and traveling mercies for Mike and Betty as they travel to see her. Okaih Weaver requests prayer for our nation and for a safe and healthy school year. Norma Miller asks for prayer for our church to come together and do THE work. She also prays for Claude as he continues treatment and Genea for strength to endure. Ed Marshburn requests prayer for his friends, Amber & Gus that they find God’s love and bring Him into their lives. Michelle Moore asks prayer for a safe move for Erin & family to NC and that they settle happily. Also, guide Michelle to make the correct decision for her job and pray that the offer is acceptable. Rose Johnson requests prayer for the Croup family for peace, joy, & comfort in the death of their niece, Heather. The Doeinger’s seek prayer for Jeffrey’s grandparents, John & Ida Havasi for healing of various health issues. Also prayers for Ashley’s siblings, Lee & Becky, to find their path in Christ and healing & happy life path. Jane Nicklas requests prayer for her sister, Walda Reese, preparing for gall bladder surgery, and Pastor Ed and Jane request prayer for Maria Requena to obtain a visa to leave Venezuela and join her family here. Kris Romo requests continued prayer for her mom who has dementia. Denise Kunz seeks prayer for her friends, Peggy & Scott as Scott goes through chemo for cancer, stage 4, and James Davis, Cindy’s father, as they decide which treatment will be best for his lung cancer. . Margie Lowe thanks everyone for prayers for her brother, Phil, who will have surgery for his prostate cancer on August 9. Beverly Embrack offers prayers of thanksgiving for July Detwiler for all she does and for blessings for Nancy Volz, and healing for Sherry DeHaan , Ann Hanie Thompson and Roger Detwiler. “Thank you in the name of Jesus.”
Judy Detwiler prays for Louise Acton, Pastor Rader, Luke Strang, Shelly Faulkner, Dawn Schaffner, Marie Shanahan, Al King, Tyler DrePaul, Richie & Marilyn Cannezzaro, Nancy Volz, Ruth McVey, Amy Bontrager, Kathleen Mathis, Lillian Velez, Sheila Dix, Marie DrePaul, Arlene Kleimeier, June Portner, Shirley and Ted Ray, Dorothy Hanser, Edna Wesley, Marianne, Dave & Michael DeMinck, Larry & Kristen McVey, Ellie & Amy Mathis, Glenda Strang, Sarah Tabor, Gloria Volz, Sue & Joe Franjione, Marie Wood, Lollie Sollanek, Harriette Leslie, Janet Endsley, Jane Sird, and Pastor Darrell Stuehrenberg. Less pain for Roger Detwiler. Carol Tucek requests continued prayer for Ian for his continued improvement from a rare disease and strength for his mother, Nancy and also for her sister-in-law,Renee, for a speedy recovery from back surgery. The DeMincks request continued prayer for Michael & Family. Marianne repeats with a smile, “We are blessed!” Please keep Marianne in prayer as she recovers from continual back issues . Aunt Joan seeks continued prayers for Ben & Ann in England, Sally, Lisa, Nancy, and Norma, Evelyn, Tami’s family, Christy as well as all cancer friends. John and Glenda Strang request prayer for sweet Nancy Volz, Roger and Judy Detwiler, Marilyn Gruenbaum, Pastor Ed Nicklas and family, our sister-in-law Brenda Salter having liver issues, Pastor Medley, Amy Mathis, Jean Solorzano, grandson Luke, our church and our military. Mary Ginchereau requests continued prayer for Belinda Ottwell, great nephew, Liam Blackwell, and Judy & Frank Stanzack as both have severe medical issues. Also please pray Sylvie Monot, and Guy Saint Bennet. Marilyn Cannezzaro seeks prayer for Marian, Paulie and the family of Earline LaCroix, recently deceased.
WE PRAY FOR GOD’S COMFORT, GUIDANCE, AND BLESSINGS “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Isaiah 40:29
The Family of OSLC pray for the lost to return to the Lord, for continued prayers for the Nicklas family, for OSLC/S as we remain open for all the Lord has for us to do, for the search for our new music minister and healing for our nation. Roberta Little prays that the Holy Spirit will set our hearts ablaze!. Kathryn Slyker prays for daughter, Phoebe, to have a great school year and for son, Grayson beginning middle school to have the same. Debra Beck asks for prayers for OSLS and its staff. James & Pam Leone pray, “May God bless my family with health: Jimmy, Mami and Papi. Thank you merciful Father. “ Marilyn Gruenbaum requests prayer for friend, Sandy, facing glaucoma, macular degeneration, and the need for a better paying job. . Ed Marshburn prays for safe travels for our families and friends as the summer vacations begin. Gerry Gruenbaum requests continued prayer for Hope Women’s Center and their work to preserve the lives of unborn children.. Al & Val Perry ask for continued prayers for their granddaughter, Courtney, and her two precious little girls, Laila and Ariana, to have the God of hope in their lives. Our prayers are bearing fruit and for that we are thankful! Marie DrePaul writes “Please keep Tyler and Marie in prayer. She also prays for everyone who needs God’s healing touch. Thanks Lord. She also requests prayers of healing for herself after surgery. Rhoda Monaco writes, “Pray continually for all the sheep that have gone astray that they will respond to God’s call to bring them home. Karen Walbridge prays for the safety of all law enforcement officers and for our military that the Lord will wrap his loving arms around them and keep them safe from harm. Olga Gotting Prays for peace & calm to come to our troubled world. Rodger and Maureen Burrows seek prayer for Maureen’s sister Lucy and family as Lucy is in her final stages of cancer at the age of 56. “Ask and it shall be given you; seek and ye shall find; knock and it shall be opened unto you.” Matthew 7:7
Contact Us at:
Our Savior Lutheran Church 8001 Northwest 5th Street Plantation, Florida 33324
Office - 954.473.6888 Fax.– Temporary 954-440-2904
e-mail: [email protected]
Web site: www.oslplantation.church
Mark Abram, Pastor [email protected]
Heather Bleier, DCE [email protected]
Jan Withers, Admin. Assist. [email protected]
DO YOU NEED HELP AT HOME? All Projects: Ivan Swartsfigure 954.865.2206
Windows and Screens:
Todd Zenchak 954.801.4226
Swim Lessons: Jeff Watson 954.704.9565
Cheryl Moore – 954.562.1695
Hurricane Shutters, Impact Windows & Fencing:
Craig Cala 954.548.6807
Real Estate Agents: Jennifer Cislo
Keller Williams Properties 954-560-2141.
Christine Rodriguez United Realty Group
954.495.0665
Mortgages and Consumer Loans
Brian Warfel 954-538-6210
Mary Kay Consultant: Desiree´ Gaffley
954.614.5683 email: [email protected]
Party and Wedding Planner: Helena DeTorres
954.515.7787
Caregivers- Lisa Ali, certified caregiver.
954-328-7574. Fincetta Levy 954-864-5338.
Caregiver/Companion – Anne Millman, RN
954-778-0164
Plexus Health & weight loss products
Marilyn Cannezzaro [email protected]
964-585-4689. 964-734-0475 cell
www.marilynsplexusslim.com
VISIT OUR WEBSITE at www.oslplantation.church Watch Sermons, Events Calendar, Weekly Newsletter, a Link to our Facebook Page. You can even make your donations through the website.
SIGN UP TO PUT FLOWERS ON THE CHANCEL AREA ON SUNDAYS! If you would like to have flowers on the altar on a given Sunday in honor of
someone, in memory of a loved one, someone’s birthday, etc.. All you need to do is
fill in this form and put it in the offering plate. The cost is $20.00 for one order or
$30.00 for two orders. Call the church office with any questions. 954-473-6888.
Name_______________________________________________________
Date you would like flowers_____________________________________
In Honor, Memory or Thanksgiving for ____________________________
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