May 18—Congregational Meeting (S)

May 25—’Nonnas’ Movie Discussion (FC)

June 1—Safeguarding God’s Children—discussion on child safety in the church (CR)

June 8—OSLC ministries and child safety (CR)

June 16-20, 8:30am - noon

“On Earth As in Heaven”

Registration for Volunteers & Students is open!

We are studying the book of Acts on Tuesdays at 1pm in the Founder’s Room with a zoom option. Contact Karrie for more information or to get the zoom link.

Let’s Talk while enjoying a brew.  You pick the topic, or we can pick one together.  Talk with Karrie  on Friday’s at 4pm, beginning May 2nd.  We  will meet at the Telegraph Mill, 330  S 21st. Street.  Contact  Karrie with questions

This book club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 7pm at OSLC. The group begins a new title in January: “Boundless Compassion” by Joyce Rupp.

· Martha Circle meets 2nd Tuesdays, 9:30am at OSLC, sharing treats and breakfast items and discussing study published in the monthly Women of the ELCA magazine.

· Esther Circle meets 2nd Wednesdays, 9:30am at various locations (homes/restaurants). The hostess decides the topic and readings.

This group meets weekly on Thursday mornings at 7am at OSLC. Each week, a participant provides breakfast as the group discusses a book. They are currently reading “The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How WE Can Do It Again,” by Robert D. Putnam.

This book study group meets 4th Thursdays, 7pm at OSLC. They are currently reading “31 Proverbs to Light Your Path,” by Liz Curtis Higgs.

You don’t have to sew or quilt to be a part of this group. Some women create quilt tops, but the group gathers the 3rd & 4th Wednesdays from 9am-noon to tie the quilts, share conversation, and have a breakfast treat with coffee.

Those interested in the OSLC Writing Group can contact Nancy Haberstich to get connected. You don't have to be a writer or aspire to author a book. Just bring your willingness and your personal experience.

We meet quarterly over lunch and enjoy some entertainment or learn about a new topic.

June 13-14. We have sign-up sheets in the Atrium for: T-shirts ($20, ordered by May 18), helping in the booths (shifts for: May 14 from 12-8pm), and walking in the parade (May 14 @ 10am).

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on the Campus are hosting a fundraiser for the cathedral roof of All Saints Cathedral, Iganga, Uganda. The concert will feature Burnt Biskits and welcome special guests Bishop Patrick & Mrs. Florence Wakula of Central Busoga Diocese. Enjoy good music and cultural foods at Holy Trinity Episcopal, 6001 A St., May 21 at 6pm.

Our next Open Gym will be Saturday, June 28, 2-4pm. ALL students welcome. Caring & trained adults will be present.

Hear missionaries Adam & Jordan Miller-Stubbendick as they share what is happening in Palestine on Saturday, June 14, 4:00pm. They have spent over two years as leaders of Young Adult Global Missions while living in Jerusalem. After being evacuated, they are fulfilling their promise to tell the world what Palestinians are experiencing.

As part of Loving Neighbors LNK, we are recruiting short-term volunteers to support Lincoln families in the event their loved ones are detained or deported. For many families, this will mean the loss of family stability, income, and parenting. These volunteers will be ready to help with short-term basic needs, such as housing, transportation, and food, until families can access established service providers. As these families go through the legal process that will determine so much of their future, we seek to be the supportive community they need. All actions we undertake are safe, legal, and compassionate.

National Alliance on Mental Illness, Lincoln chapter, will begin hosting a family support group on 2nd Mondays, 5:30-7:00pm at OSLC in the Basement Activities Center (enter using south doors). For more information, contact  Teresa Harms Coder.

The Altar Guild is in desperate need of folks (individuals or families) to help prepare communion in December and June. The teams work together so that no one has to cover all weekend responsibilities. This is a great way to help out behind the scenes and to get to know others in the community. If you can help, please contact Pastor Tobi or Janet Leick.

Hygiene products: deodorant and single use razors for men and women, shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, body wash, toothbrushes, floss and paste, mouth wash (alcohol free), combs, brushes, laundry soap, men’s underwear (boxer briefs only, larger sizes), small kitchen appliances: toasters, coffee pots and kitchen utensils. Items can be left in the bin in the hallway or taken directly to Bridges to Hope.

The following items are in short supply at this time; however, any other non-perishable food items and personal care items are always needed and appreciated.

Canned fruits and vegetables

Canned meals (SpaghettiOs, Ravioli, Chili w/meat, etc.)

Dry dinners (Hamburger and Tuna Helper)

Macaroni & cheese

Pasta sauce

Peanut butter

Rice

Soups-all types

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.