July 27--“The Chosen” (FC) / OSLC Work Day

August 3—”The Chosen” (FC)

August 10—Vision Rally

August 17—Congregational Meeting

We are currently watching “The Chosen” during education hour. Season 5 depicts the events of Maundy Thursday of Holy Week.

Join us in September as we detour from the Book of Acts to join the Nebraska Synod Emmaus Learning on, “Not Your Bible’s Israel”.

Contact Karrie for more information.

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.  We meet at the Telegraph Mill, 330 S 21st. Street.  Contact Karrie with questions 402-483-4126

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.

Join us on Thursday September 4th join us for our Annual Picnic at Holmes Lake. Lunches from White or Wheat Sandwich Shoppe are $12 each. Contact Karrie to sign up no later than Monday, September 1st. 402-483-4126

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.

Our next Open Gym will be Saturday, July 26, 2-4pm @ Christ United Methodist Church, 46 & A St.. ALL students welcome. Caring & trained adults will be present.

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.

A spiritual director training by the Nebraska Synod, ELCA. If you want to know more, go to seekingthespiritwithin.org. Enrollment deadline is Wednesday, August 13. Classes being in September.

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.

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!

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.

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

The 7th Annual Art From the Inside exhibit will be held during September 2025, with the opening reception Friday, September 5th at G Dobos Studio, in the Mission Arts Building at 124 S 9th St, Studio #9. The purpose of the show is to create public awareness about incarcerated life through the artworks of the incarcerated and their loved ones. Submissions will be received on a rolling basis, and those received at 124 S 9th Street, by Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 will be exhibited in the September 5th exhibition. For more information, contact Alissa or email artfromtheinsideneb@gmail.com. No entry fee for this exhibit.

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.