"My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they
follow me..."
John 10:27
April 2007
EARTH DAY - Global Warming
God created the Earth in six days and saw that it was good. Then he gave it to man. It is our responsibility to be good stewards of what God has given us. This is especially true for Christians. On Sunday, May 6th at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, the stewardship committee will present the movie "The Great Warming". Popcorn and refreshments will be provided. We will have discussion on the movie and the stewardship of God's gift to us after the movie. Come join us and invite a friend, all are welcome.
Pastoral Acts
There were three baptisms,
one marriage,
and tow burials performed in April.
Equal Exchange - fairly traded coffee, tea and chocolate
In July of 2006 Equal Exchange had its 20th birthday. Started with a vision to transform the relationship between the public and food producers, it took three years to get started and is a thriving model of Fair Trade that has exceeded beyond the founders' original vision. Coffee, tea, and chocolate products from 32 farmer cooperatives in 17 countries, the network includes 400 investors, more than 300 food cooperatives, hundreds of cafes and other stores and has more than a million consumers. Lutheran World Relief became partners 10 years ago, offering fair trade products to over 5000 Lutheran churches, schools, offices and organizations. In 2005 over 150 tons of coffee, tea and chocolate were sold through the LWR coffee project which offers families help in earning a just price for their products and creating long term trading relationships.
Changing peoples lives, yes says Rocio Motato from Ingruma, Colombia. "We deeply appreciate Equal Exchange. Our relationship with them is much more than commercial; it is very human. Equal Exchange has visited us and they understand the producers' reality. They have linked us with other organizations like Lutheran World Relief which has helped us to develop the youth animal project, improving productivity on coffee farms. Our youth raise animals to produce natural fertilizer for crops. This project is very important for us because we are in a zone of conflict. The project motivates youth to stay on farms and not to join one of the armed groups".
We have a say how we spend our $$ and we can help to change lives.
Look for the Equal Exchange displays between services on Sundays or it can be purchased from the office.
Social Action/Hunger Committee
Vacation Bible School at OSLC
You don't want to miss this great week of fun. If you really enjoy this week or you are unable to attend this week, it will be repeated at First Lutheran in July. Feel free to sign up fore either or both weeks!
We still need many volunteers for:
- Providing meals and lodging for the Voyageur's Lutheran Ministry - Day Camp Counselors
- Vacation Bible School Teachers for the Pre-K group.
- 7th - 12th graders to help with Day Camp.
- Service Project ideas for Vacation Bible
What's Happening in the Library
New Books:
Several new fiction series by B. and B. Thoene and a new series about a quilting group as well as a few inspirational romances.
- 4 "Follow and Do" books explaining the Lord's Prayer, Baptism, Communion, and the Apostle's Creed to younger children.
- DVD/Book set titled "If there were no Lutherans would there still be Green Jello" based on the daily marquee signs posted by Pastor Steve Molin in Red Wing (Hilarious -must see!)
The Lutheran Handbook and the Lutheran Handbook on Marriage - fun reading about Marriage and the Lutheran religion written similar to the Worst Case Scenario books.
- "This is the Lunch that Jesus Served" about the fish and bread - written in a format similar to the "Old Lady who swallowed a fly"
- Several other books on world religions, food in the Bible, and Bible crafts
Multi-Purpose Room - as a library too! I have moved many of the middle school and high school level books to the multipurpose room for youth to enjoy there or to take home to read. This is a complete honor system with the books being returned to the book cart whenever they are done with them - no cards to sign. I have also moved a majority of the musical CD's to a stand placed near the TV. They can be listened to using the DVD/TV in the multipurpose room or taken home to enjoy.
Library Growth- The shelves are full! Some minor weeding needs to be done but it may be time to think about the future of the library.
Some library statistics:
- 1,597 books
- 219 Adult VHS Videos / 9 DVD's
- 122 Juvenile VHS Videos / 11 DVD's
- 28 Audio Books
- 26 Board or Computer Games
- At any one time there are probably about 60 items checked out.
Easter Celebration Event
Sunday, April 15th 4:30 - 6:30 pm Everyone is welcome! Refreshments following; Come and share your gifts with us or just come and enjoy the gifts of others! We are having an Easter Celebration of our talented community of faith. You may set up a table and display your talent/gift in the Fellowship Hall or you can share your talent/gift by performing in the Sanctuary.
Global Mission News
The Global Mission Event will be held July 19-22 at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. Speakers will be Immacule'e Ilibgiza, Rwanda, a survivor of the 1994 Rwanda genocide; Brazilian theologian, Vitor Westhelle; and our Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson. Mingle with international guests, missionaries, musicians and artists to learn more about global mission. There will be programming for all ages Visit www.elca.org/gme for more information.
Important news from Global Health Ministries regarding AIDS/Hospice Kits. They have decided to discontinue the inclusion of ibuprofen and multi-vitamins in the kits because of changes in policy and regulations regarding importation and management of medications. GHM appreciates the many kits they are receiving and pray that this revision will generate even more kits. Nine AIDS/Hospice kits and a box of knitted and rolled bandages were just delivered to GHM.
Mark April 11, Wednesday, on your calendars. We will have a "rolled bandage" session. Learn how to make rolled bandages!
Thank you to all who are using our missionary calendar. A total of $530 has been received to date. Remember your loved ones, celebrate a birthday or anniversary, or honor the life of one who is special to you with a gift of $10.00 to support our missionary for one day. Global Mission Committee
Youth & Family Ministry Internship
Would you be interested in working part-time this summer as an intern helping out in Youth & Family Ministry at Our Savior's Lutheran Church? The internship would involve helping to plan summer youth activities, Vacation Bible School/Day Camp, and planning the calendar for this fall while expanding the Youth & Family Ministry concept. If you are interested, please contact Donna Hoag at 263-7422 or 263-8103 by May 15th.
Burger Basket Fund Raiser with Thrivent Matching Funds
APRIL 12, 2007 OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN CHURCH
TICKETS: $6.50 PER PERSON
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
FOR BRYAN SCHOCK FAMILYBryan has finished chemo for his second bout of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma of the thoracic cavity and will now be receiving a bone marrow transplant to restart his destroyed immune system at the end of April. Starting April 16th he will be out of work for about 4 months and on partial disability pay. Bryan and his wife, Julie, just finished paying for his first cancer treatments given in 2005. Avery, their 2 year old daughter, will now need full time in-home daycare. Bryan had been her care-giver as he works nights and Julie works days.
At OSLC he attended and taught Sunday School, participated in and helped lead youth groups and helped produce the radio broadcast for many years. He was also an occasional instrumentalist and vocalist. He also played on the church's softball team.
More information about ticket sales upcoming. A Bryan Schock FundRaiser account has been set up at Hibbing Co-op Credit Union, 217 W. 42nd Street, Hibbing. Question - call Pam at 263-4455 or Ossie and Sue at 263-4748. Leave a message if necessary.
White Elephant Sale Saturday, April 28 10:00-3:00 p.m.
Participate in the fellowship and fun again this year when we gather to set up the big sale. Even if you can help for a short time, WE NEED YOU.
Preparation will begin at the Hibbing Memorial Building on Wednesday, April 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and will continue Thursday and Friday, April 26th and 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (We ask that all donations be in by 6:00 p.m. on Friday) Donations of salable items may be dropped off during those times. The sale will be from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 28th. We also need volunteers to clean up right after the sale ends. Help is needed Saturday from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Your help not only donates a service to your church, but also provides a chance to visit with old friends and make new friends within the church.
If you have items to be picked up in Hibbing. call 262-3755 or 263-7422. Appliances should be in working order. Because of landfill regulations we will not be able to accept donations of mattresses, tires, florescent lights, TVs, computer monitors, paint or other hazardous chemicals. Please save your plastic grocery bags for the sale—bring them to the Memorial Building on Thursday or Friday.
Some ideas for donations include house plants, flower bulbs, herbs, children's furniture, hand tools and lamps. All of these items sell quickly and are always in demand. Keep the White Elephant Sale in mind while you are cleaning your house and yard this spring. Items not sold at the White Elephant Sale will be donated to the Goodwill in Duluth.
NEEDED: Strong, young adults and teens to help with the heavy work!
Our Savior's is applying for up to $ 800 in congregational matching funds through Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Mesabi Chapter 31310 from the profit of the White Elephant Sale to be held on April 28, 2007. Funds to be used by the youth.
The Men's Church Softball season starts in mid May.
The Men's Church Softball season will start in early to mid May. Several opportunities exist for new players. All team members shall be male, at least 16 years of age by June 30, 2007, and a member or attendee of Our Savior's. All skill levels are welcome.
Games are played on Monday nights starting at 6, 7, or 8 p.m. at Vie Power Park. Games last about an hour. Everyone gets to play. Fans are always welcome.
Anyone desiring to join the team or with questions should contact Glenn Melchert at 262-7354 (day) or 254-3873 (evening) and leave a message. Please reply by April 15th (tax day) for an accurate count—this includes last year's players! Cost will be $40.
Sunday School Key Verse
Here is the verse for April 15th, 22nd, & 29th:
"Mary Magdalene then went and told the disciples that she had seen the Lord." (John 20:18)
Please help our children learn these verses each month. Grandmas, grandpas, aunts, uncles, friends, mom, and dad can all share in helping our children grow in faith! Remember: Youth & Family Ministry begins with "adult renewal"!
Church and Community Needs
White Elephant Sale - Strong, young adults and teens to help with the heavy work!
Computer knowledge
to assist in setting up our Computer Room. We have 10 donated computers and wish to get things set up.Forks - We are looking for forks especially for the silver serving set in the dining hall. The pattern is Queen Bess and is silver plate. It was originally purchased in the 40's and 50's. We seem to have disappearing forks and now need to add to the set so we can serve large groups. If you know of any available sets or pieces please contact the church. Thank you. OSLC Women's Group
Craft Chairperson—Someone to plan a project for the craft group to work on each week. Maybe you know of some item that sold well at last year's bazaar or some item that would be in demand. Please contact Shirley 263-8608 or the office 263-7422. Thank you.
Adult Leaders for the Highway Clean-up!
Vacation Bible School needs:
- Providing meals and lodging for the Voyageur's Lutheran Ministry - Day Camp Counselors
- Vacation Bible School Teachers for the week of June 19th - 23 for the Pre-K group.
- 7th - 12th graders to help with Day Camp.
- Service Project ideas for Vacation Bible
People who like to knit or crochet - Global Health Ministries needs knitted or crocheted bandages for tropical ulcer patients caused by leprosy, HIV/AIDS, infected insect bites, injuries, burns, etc. A 4-foot bandage can be made in an evening. Baby caps are also needed for Midwife Kits. Directions for bandages and knitted caps can be found in the narthex or in the church office. You can help the hands that heal.
WANTED: CLASS OF 2007 - We would like to put together a booklet of our graduates. In this booklet, we would like to include your picture and a little summary about your future plans. Forms will be, mailed to your home -please complete ASAP and return to Donna.
Camp Vermilion Work Day Volunteers - Our congregation is responsible for the Bakk House at Camp Vermilion. Help is needed to give the building a good cleaning, paint the sauna floor, the basement shower room walls and the basement bathroom walls on May 21st, if you have questions or need a ride call 218-262-5704.
Dessert Corner Pans and Dishes - Any dish that has been left in the corner for 5 months or more will be given to the White Elephant Sale. So check the corner for any of your dishes.
Radio Broadcast - May be given in honor or memory of family and friends or to announce a special event in your life. Each Sunday broadcast costs $50. Call the church office for more information, 218-263-7422.
Words to Live By"Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray..." James 5:13a
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Last updated: April 01, 2007