Cross+Gen Sunday School

We are excited to announce that beginning in January, we will offer a Cross-Generational Sunday School for ALL ages. Join us in the Community Room on Sundays at 10:15am to study the lectionary scriptures, engage in fun activities, pray together, and build relationships. There will be something for everyone here.

Join us as we study the Book of Acts. Tuesdays

1:00pm

Founder’s Center

Everyone is Welcome!

Monday, 4:00pm @ Telegraph Mill (starting January 5)

Enjoy a beverage while discussing faith, scripture, or the book, “The Bible Unwrapped, Making Sense of Scripture Today”, by Meghan Good. Look for Karrie.

Our council and staff will begin studying the book, “Joining God, Remaking Church, Changing the World: The New Shape of the Church in Our Time” by Alan J. Roxburgh. We invite you all to grab a copy and read--alone or as part of your small group. This book is one of hope for the future of the Church, but it does not allow us to be nostalgic for the Church of the past. The question we will continue to ask is: Where is God in our world? Because when we know where God is at work, then we can join God in the work of building the kin-dom. More than another ‘tweak’ to what we’re already doing, we need to be thinking about how we can BE the Church in a whole new way.

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 invite folks to participate in regular groundskeeping on the 4 Sundays of each month during education hour at 10:15-11:15. We will occasionally include a full Saturday morning for larger projects. This will help us maintain our grounds more effectively. Feel free to dress for work at church or bring something appropriate to change into.

The immigrant community has been cut off from food assistance benefits. The Lincoln cultural centers - El Centro de las Americas, the Asian Center, and Good Neighbor Community Center - are giving us another tool that we can use: Share the Harvest. We are invited to 1)purchase gift cards to local international food stores which sell culturally familiar foods to our global neighbors; 2)send them to the cultural centers to be given to families in need. It is a double gift as we support our local international businesses and our global neighbors in need. Local businesses include:

Alfourat Grocery 1874, 1434 N 27th St

Guerrero Grocery 815 S 11th St#1

Oriental Market 610 N 27th St

Fresh International Market – Lincoln 5220 O St

For more information contact Lisa Guill, Welcoming Communities Coordinator, 402-440-6317

Each year, we celebrate our status as a Reconciling in Christ congregation--our reality as a welcoming and affirming presence in the community. We will celebrate this on Sunday, January 11. That day, we will invite an additional special gift to be distributed to Reconciling Works (the ministry overseeing RIC) and FaithAllyance (our local inter-denominational ministry to the LGBTQ+ community). Because of Reconciling Works’ website and list of congregations, people looking for a safe congregation have often found their way to us.

Instant Church Directory

We now have an online directory and have loaded current information with 2019 directory photos. To access the directory, download the app for Instant Church Directory (the icon will look like this) or go to www.instantchurchdirectory.com.

Use your email or phone number to gain access (a code will be sent to your email/phone number). From the menu, you can search and view the members. You can also edit your own information, updating your address, email, phone number, and photo.

If you have trouble, please contact Hannah at the church office.

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 6:00pm at Antelope Park. This 1-mile walk is designed to raise awareness about the challenges faced by those experiencing unsheltered homelessness during the winter months. It's a family and group-friendly event. Participants will walk an illuminated path through the park, reading signs along the way sharing stories, facts, and ways to get involved with Matt Talbot’s mission. Email jenn.boettcher@mtko.org for more information.

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.

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!

Diaper/Book Drive

As part of the worship on December 28, we will gather diapers and baby books in remembrance of the children in Bethlehem killed by Herod. All sizes of diapers arewelcome and will be distributed to Layettes of Love.

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.