December 22—Ray of Hope (CR) / Lectionary Bible Study (FC)

December 29—NO Education Hour

January 5—Deconstructing Christmas (taking down the decor)

January 12—Faith-to-Face Team (S) / Where the Bible Came From (CR)

January 19—Financial Literacy (FC) / Where the Bible Came From (CR)

January 26—Financial Literacy (FC) / Where the Bible Came From (CR)

We’ll be back on our regular scheduled starting Wednesday, January 8, 6:45pm for our Lecture.

Wednesday evening class for 3rd-4th graders will also begin on Wednesday, January 8, 6:45pm in the BAC.

Learn about how your relationship to money shapes you and your finances. Then, learn how to manage your finances and create healthy relationships with money and security. Taught by Ray Nierman. Education Hour on Sundays, January 19 & 26, 10:15a.m.

It’s not just a book; it’s a library, filled with poems, legends, history, and more. But who wrote it? Who decided what to keep and what to leave out? And why are there so many versions of the Bible? Learn more during education hour, Sundays, January 12 - February 2, 10:15a.m

We will be  studying the book of Acts on Tuesdays at 1pm in the Founder’s Room with a zoom option. The group is on hold and will begin again on Tuesday, November 26th.

“Cool Beans” Bible Study meets Tuesdays, at 6:30pm in the Basement Activity Center (BAC). Bring things from the Bible to share that you think is just cool, that you have questions on, or that you find bothersome. 

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

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.

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.

Sam is gathering people interested in helping start a worship service designed to welcome folks with developmental disabilities. Please contact Sam with questions

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.

In an effort to continue building community beyond weekly worship, we are planning a variety of monthly activities. If you have an idea and can help organize it, please contact Sam Eschliman at wma.oslc@gmail.com

December: Christmas Caroling on Dec. 22, meet at the church at 2:00pm. We’ll return by 3:30 for hot chocolate and board games.

We are restocking our five chocolate bar flavors and adding dairy free Coconut Milk Chocolate bars.  We will also have two options for hot cocoa:  Spicy Hot Chocolate and dairy free Dark Hot Chocolate.  The next sale date is Sunday, January 5.

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.