FROM THE BOARD OF STEWARDSHIP

Two weeks ago was Confirmation weekend. It’s a time when a group of young people promise to be faithful to the Lord. It’s a time when our Confirmands promise to be faithful stewards of God’s Word and worship. May God give them the strength and joy and commitment to remain faithful to God throughout their lives. And may God help each of us to be faithful stewards of his Word and sacrament as we place a top priority on serving God and others with our time, treasures and talents, all to his glory.

A PLANETARY ABOLITION – April 30 – May 28.

Adult Sunday Morning Study at 9:15am. In today’s so-called “age of enlightenment” we need a determined discernment to defy deception. Social media and educational philosophy herd our young people into universal acceptance of lies. The “enemy who prowls around looking for someone to devour” has proposed that we are doomed to destroy ourselves by not concentrating on saving our own planet. Animals and apes (and maybe even robots) become more valuable than babies. Meanwhile, he tears at the fabric of morality by undermining authority, family, gender and true compassion. Instead of God we get “Gaia.” Instead of community we get selfishness. Instead of supportive family we get fracture. These propositions are, in fact, deceptions powerful enough to ruin our relationships, our lives, even our eternities— if we let them. However, God has granted us the truth and the saving grace of his Word to sustain and rule this planet, and perhaps more significantly, ourselves.

CALL MEETING

There will be a call meeting today, May 21st after the 10:30 service to extend a Call for a middle grades teacher for our school.

ADULT BIBLE STUDY – 1 Samuel

A Bible study on Tuesday evenings meets from 7:00 to 8:30pm in the classroom which is located near the copier room in the lower level school hallway. Come join us as we look at the kings of Israel and discover the lessons we are to learn from their life stories. A participant says, “I realized how much value there is in sharing with the class and applying what we learned from one another.” Bring your point of view because you will be able to give it during our discussions.

OSLS 8TH GRADE GRADUATION

Our Savior’s 8th Grade Graduation Service will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2017, at 7:00pm.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH TOOL

From your Spiritual Growth Committee: Two weeks ago you received the special resource entitled: SPIRITUAL GROWTH PLAN. It can be used by individuals and families to prayerfully and privately consider specific ways to grow in our connection with our gracious God. The plan’s purpose is simple, yet most important, to help us focus on the most important things in life, especially on our relationship with Jesus!

OUR SAVIOR SCHOOL PTF MEETING

All parents, grandparents, teachers, and friends of Our Savior are invited to the PTF meeting Come and learn about the PTF, discuss what things are coming up, offer any new ideas, and meet everyone. The meeting will be held on Monday, May 22nd from 6:00 – 7:00 pm in the fellowship hall. Childcare is available!

OUR SAVIOR MUSIC RECITAL

The recital will be held on Tuesday, May 23rd at 6:30 pm. Everyone is invited to come for this evening of family entertainment with performances by our young musicians.

OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CAMPING EVENT

…Is June 9 – 11 at At H.H Peters Youth Camp 4720 Hwy I, Saukville. Details about this PTF sponsored event is on the table in the Narthex. Registration is due by TODAY May 21st.

RADDATZ FAREWELL

Our Savior Lutheran Church and School will hold a farewell reception for the Raddatz family between the 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services on Sunday, June 4 in the Family Life Center lower lobby. Plan on attending between 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. to wish Mr. and Mrs. Raddatz and Ellyanna and Titus well on their new home in New Mexico.

HEARTS-TO-HANDS

(fka knitting/crafting) We’ve gathered faithfully for four years now. In that time we’ve crocheted prayer shawls, pocket prayer shawls, baby blankets, scarves, and more. We’ve knitted dozens of baby hats for newborns. We’ve embroidered, needle pointed and quilted. We’ve learned, we’ve taught and we’ve shared. Join us every 2nd and 4th Monday at 6:30pm in the mezzanine of the school building. Next gathering is Monday, May 22nd. All are welcome from those wanting to learn to those willing to share. Contact Laurel Polheber with questions, 262-483-2012.

HOPE FOR YEARS TO COME BRIDGE UPDATE

Capital campaign funds are used to make all mortgage payments. We maintain a reserve to cover six months of payments. All additional gifts are used to pay down mortgage principal. Questions? Contact BRIDGE Leaders Andy Koffman or Philip Babler.

AFRICA CALLING

Do you or someone you know have an interest in serving in World Missions as a Nurse-in-Charge? The Central Africa Medical Mission is hiring for our Nurse-in-Charge position at the Lutheran Mobile Clinic (Malawi). This is a 3 year term of service and must be an RN with at least one year of clinic or hospital experience. The nurse-in-charge supervises clinic staff and maintains all clinic functions. Preferred applicants are single females due to living arrangements. The term of service will begin in January 2018. All applicants must be in good standing within WELS or ELS membership. An application may be obtained by contacting Beth Evans (evans.bc57@yahoo.com) or Linda Liesener (cammcontact@charter.net)

MAY USHERS’ SCHEDULE

8:00 am, Sunday Team 2E: Dean Jacoby, Jeff & Jordon Abts, Craig Shanks, Bruce Voss, Josh Wimmer, Scott & Paul Zimmermann
10:30 am, Sunday Team 3L: Ken Lemke, Norm, Nathan & Matt Baughman, Dan Henning, Mike Krenke.
Thursday, 7:00 pm Team 3: Pat Wetzel & Doug Schnell

MAY ALTAR GUILD

Lisa Seyfert, Jennifer & Lizzie Heil
Jennifer & Brooke Johnson

GREETERS FOR SUNDAY, MAY 28TH

8:00 am Sandy Groholski
10:30 am Smith Family

CHURCH CLEANERS FOR MAY 28TH

Sarah Smith/Colleen Taylor

ALTAR ASSISTANTS FOR MAY 18TH & MAY 21ST

8:00 am Jeremiah Backhaus & Marty Dierker
10:30 am Ken Lemke & Andrew Nemmers

Attendance