Saturday, August 8th at 9:30am in the Founder’s Center; we will have a video/discussion that provides insight of things to watch for and how to talk to children that may be in an abusive situation. We will also review our new Children/Youth Protection Policy. You must register for the class. The signup sheet is in the Atrium or Contact Karrie-discipleship.oslc@gmail.com or 402-483-4126.

Education Hour, Sunday, August 9, 10:15a.m. Introduction to Trauma Informed Care provides participants with insight into the impact of trauma. Participants will explore how trauma affects the brain and how experiences shape behavior. The training concludes with practical strategies for fostering trauma-informed environments and building stronger partnerships.

All students contemplating attending next summer’s youth gathering are invited to Carol Joy Holling Camp for a mini experience, filled with small group time, large group gatherings, music, worship, and camp activities. Special speakers and band members from the last gathering will bring the energy of the big event.

When: September 11-13

Cost: $175 (OSLC will help fund this)

Thursday, September 3, 12:00 @ Holmes Lake Shelter #1. Bag lunch from White or Wheat is provided; cost is $13/person. Please sign up by August 31 to Karrie @ discipleship.oslc@gmail.com.

Enjoy a beverage while discussing faith, scripture. We are studying, “The Shack”, by William Paul Young. Look for Karrie. Questions? Email her at discipleship.oslc@gmail.com

Join Karrie on the 1 & 3 Mondays each month,

7pm-9pm at the Telegraph Mill. Come anytime during those hours and stay for whatever time works for you. First drink is on Karrie.

Catechism is our faith formation course for 5th-8th graders as they prepare to make their faith their own. We meet on Wednesday evenings, 6:45-7:45pm. Classes begin with orientation on September 9 to discuss expectations and the year’s tentative schedule. Students should have a ‘Home Adult’ with them for orientation and lectures. Contact Pastor Tobi with questions.

A time for 2nd - 4th graders to go deeper into Bible stories and theology together. Their time is filled with crafts and activities as they learn. The schedule mimics that of Catechism, with orientation beginning on Wednesday, September 9, 6:45pm

Beginning Sunday, September 13, 6:30pm, our 3rd graders will learn about the Bible in preparation for receiving their own Spark NRSV Bible. This 8-week session takes them through the OT and NT and helps them get familiar with Scripture.

We are beginning to plan the Advent Festival. If you have an idea for a Christmas craft, please contact Karrie @ discipleship.oslc@gmail.com or 402-483-4126.

The OSLC music leadership groups start back up this month. The choir rehearsals begin Wednesday, August 19, 7pm. OSLC Bells and Set Free Praise Band rehearsals begin Wednesday, August 26, 5:30pm. If you are interested in these opportunities or want to know more, contact Sam Eschliman at wma.oslc@gmail.com

Vision Rally & Congregational Meeting

The quarterly Vision Rallly will be held on Sunday, August 16, 10:15am after worship. We will be discussing some staffing shifts and the possibility of a second PT Pastor. The Congregational Meeting will be held on Sunday, August 23. We’ll vote on council positions and hear from the Congregational Care Team.

Interested in catching up on Ryan’s class on Revelation? Watch his videos using the QR code.

All students contemplating attending next summer’s youth gathering are invited to Carol Joy Holling Camp for a mini experience, filled with small group time, large group gatherings, music, worship, and camp activities. Special speakers and band members from the last gathering will bring the energy of the big event.

Cost: $175 (OSLC will help fund this)

Register at: https://www.elca.org/how-we-serve/churches-and-church-leaders/faith-foundations/gathering-expeditions

Back2School BBQ @ the Lutheran Center is looking for donations of individual chip bags, cans of Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr Pepper, and Fanta, as well as prayers for the beginning of the school year. Please drop off your donations at the church by August 12.

Join Bridges to Hope on Thursday, August 13th from 5:00-8:00pm at Showstoppers Restaurant 2077 N St Ste 107 for a fun, high energy evening with good food and great entertainment! This event is to raise money for Hope Village: a tiny home village of permanent, supportive housing for reentrants and other at risk populations.

The Lincoln opening reception is Friday, September 4, 2026 at OSLC, followed by an October exhibit at Clover24 in Omaha. The Clover24 exhibit opens Oct 2 and closes Oct 16. Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis; those received at 124 S 9th Street by August 2nd will be included in the September show. There is no entry fee.

Kick off our year of ministries with a brunch following worship on Sunday, August 30! We’ll have a waffle bar, as well as lots of other yummy items. This is a potluck, of sorts, and a sign-up sheet will be in the Atrium for items needed.

Following the meal, we’ll have some fun going on a ministry treasure hunt! (You’ll have to stick around to find out more.)

This is also our first fundraiser for the National Youth Gathering next July. So enjoy the food, the fellowship, and help our youth go to Minnesota next summer.

Drivers needed to pick up and return FEAST partners to the Community Corrections Center in Lincoln (CCCL) on Sunday mornings. Drive times are approximately 8am-9am and noon - 1pm. Requirements are a valid driver’s license and the confidence to drive a 15 passenger van!

To be a sponsor, the NE Dept. of Correctional Services (NDCS) requires an application and a brief, on-line training session. Applications can be found on the counter outside Dana’s office. Questions? See Alissa

Looking for volunteers to fill positions of Gift Shop, Welcome Desks, Knitters and Crocheters, and much more. If you are interested, please call the Volunteer Office at (402) 219-7111, email Tawnya.hansen@commonspirit.org

We are in need of Best Choice UPC symbols! They are close to the 1000 needed to earn money towards supplies for newborns in need. Best Choice Family of Brands is very excited to announce that two new brands have joined the family. Look for Pure Wonder by Best Choice™ and Hello World by Best Choice™ in your local grocery store soon. UPC symbols can be left in the Layettes with Love box by the kitchenette. Thank you!

Due to the ever increasing request for food and personal care items through the Lutheran Food Pantry, they are asking for help in providing specific items they need which are not available from the Lincoln Food Bank. The on-going help from Our Saviour's in providing food and personal care items to those in Lincoln is gratefully appreciated by the Lutheran Food Pantry.The Lincoln Food Pantry's current needs are:

Food:

• Canned beans (kidney, black, red)

• Pork & beans

• Green beans

• Ramen Noodles

Personal Care Items:

• Bar soap

• Shampoo

• Deodorant

• Toothpaste

Become a FEAST prison ministry sponsor or volunteer! This could include driving Feast partners to church and back once a month, simply sharing in a meal, leading a class, or even sitting together during worship. Full sponsor training available online. For more info, click below.

If your passion is kids and faith, this is the place for you! You don’t need to know theology or Scripture. You just need to be willing to learn and show patience with your students. To find out more, contact Karrie below.