The Freedom of a Christian Discussion
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm beginning October 14
What does it mean to be a Christ? Martin Luther answered this question in his treatise The Freedom of a Christian. Join Pastor Karn as we take a 6 week deeper dive into this compelling summary of the Christian Life. The text is available for download online by clicking here. Please have read the treatise in its entirety by the second session. To participate, please register here and receive the Zoom link.
What does it mean to be a Christ? Martin Luther answered this question in his treatise The Freedom of a Christian. Join Pastor Karn as we take a 6 week deeper dive into this compelling summary of the Christian Life. The text is available for download online by clicking here. Please have read the treatise in its entirety by the second session. To participate, please register here and receive the Zoom link.
Phoenix Fusion Hiking Group
Join friends from Phoenix Fusion congregations for a hike! A great way to nurture our physical, mental, and spiritual health, our hikes will bring together small groups of Lutherans in the hills and flatlands of the Phoenix area.
Sarah Morris from Our Saviour's will lead a "Steppin' It Up Hike" on Thursday, October 22 at 5:00 pm. We'll do part of trail #100. Park at the south end of the North Mountain Visitor Center which is south of Thunderbird on the west side of 7th Street near the horse area.
For questions, contact Sarah Morris at sarahmorris77@gmail.com.
Sarah Morris from Our Saviour's will lead a "Steppin' It Up Hike" on Thursday, October 22 at 5:00 pm. We'll do part of trail #100. Park at the south end of the North Mountain Visitor Center which is south of Thunderbird on the west side of 7th Street near the horse area.
For questions, contact Sarah Morris at sarahmorris77@gmail.com.
LAMA Virtual Summit:
We Come to the Hungry Feast
Saturday, November 7 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
First state-wide gathering for LAMA advocates and friends to connect! Presenters Dr. Ryan P. Cumming (ELCA World Hunger) and Ms. Angie Rogers (Arizona Food Bank Network) discuss food insecurity and poverty and what we can do to help. Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA).
Additional events can be found on our calendar.
First state-wide gathering for LAMA advocates and friends to connect! Presenters Dr. Ryan P. Cumming (ELCA World Hunger) and Ms. Angie Rogers (Arizona Food Bank Network) discuss food insecurity and poverty and what we can do to help. Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA).
Additional events can be found on our calendar.
Devotions for Advent & Christmas
Advent is just around the corner and lends itself to spending quiet time with God. OSLC is placing an order for this year's advent devotional through Augsburg Fortress, our Lutheran printing house. This beautiful, full-color Advent and Christmas devotional highlights readings from the gospel, one for each day from the first Sunday of Advent to Epiphany. Each reading is accompanied by a photo, a quote to ponder, a reflection, and a prayer. This accessible and colorful format makes it easy to incorporate a simple Christian observance into your celebration of Advent and Christmas. If you would like to place an order for this devotional book, please contact the church office. They are $3 each and large print versions are $6. Orders are due November 3 and you will be notified when they can be picked up at the office.
Koffee Klatch
Mondays at 10 am
On Mondays, join Pastor Karn in an online coffee hour. This is an easy way to see familiar faces and check in with one another during quarantine. These will continue each Monday.
Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Note some special prep needed each week:
On Mondays, join Pastor Karn in an online coffee hour. This is an easy way to see familiar faces and check in with one another during quarantine. These will continue each Monday.
Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Note some special prep needed each week:
- Oct 5 - What football team do you cheer for?
- Oct 12 - Share a funny pet story or video.
- Oct 19 - What does reformation mean to you?
- Oct 26 - Wear a costume, if you dare!
Help the Piecemakers!
Would You Like To Be Part of A Church Fellowship Quilt Group?
Many hands are needed as we make quits for Lutheran World Relief. If you are interested, please let Dianne (or contact the church office). This is a great way to continue to be of service while staying at home.
Many hands are needed as we make quits for Lutheran World Relief. If you are interested, please let Dianne (or contact the church office). This is a great way to continue to be of service while staying at home.
Living Lutheran Magazine
Living Lutheran is your source for news, reflections and stories from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and its local and global companions. It cover religious news and social issues, congregational life, global and domestic mission, family matters, spiritual practices and resources, and more.
As the magazine of the ELCA, their mission is to:
As the magazine of the ELCA, their mission is to:
- Nurture awareness of Christ’s presence in our lives and the world
- Share stories of God’s people living their faith
- Connect readers with the global Christian community
- Provide an open forum for discussion
- Challenge readers to bring God’s grace and care to all
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Do you knit or crochet? Then come to an informational meeting about the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Prayer shawls to be given to people who need to feel wrapped up in the love of Christ and find out how you can help.
Speak with Lennie A. or the church office for more information.
Speak with Lennie A. or the church office for more information.
Write a Yelp Review
Did you know that Our Saviour’s is on Yelp? It is one of the most frequently used apps when people are looking for reviews of places they may want to go or experience. If you are on Yelp, please considering writing your own review of Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church. It may just be the thing that encourages someone to check us out!