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Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church326 Leroy Street Audubon, IA 50025 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

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PAID Audubon, Iowa Permit No. 75

“Knowing Jesus, Growing in Jesus, Sharing Jesus”1

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church August, 2018 Shepherd’s Staff

LCMC Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ

“Knowing Jesus, Growing in Jesus, Sharing Jesus”

OSLC address: 326 Leroy Street, Audubon, Iowa 50025 OSLC Telephone: (712) 563-2625 OSLC Email: oslc@iowatelecom.net

OSLC Fax #: (712) 563-9965 OSLC Website: oslcauduboniowa.org Pastor Doug’s Phone numbers: 563-2151 (home) 712-304-5567 (cell phone)

Pastor Doug’s email address: pastordoug@iowatelecom.net

Praise in the Park Sunday, August 26th

*10:00 a.m.*(note worship time change)

with “Behind the Cross” Praise Band City Square Park

Potluck in the park to follow Please bring lawn chairs or blankets and your own place settings.

Ushers and Stewardship & Worship Committee members will be available to assist carrying chairs and food items. Drinks will be provided by the Stewardship Committee.

It is suggested to bring one or two potluck dishes. Hot or cold food may be stored at the church and then brought to the park after worship.

In case of inclement weather, worship and the potluck will be held at the church.

Farewell Coffee for Pastor Doug & Julie

Sunday, August 12th 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church

Pastor Doug & Julie’s new address/phone number is available by contacting the church office.

Upcoming Fall Meetings

Monday, August 6th at 7:00 p.m. 3rd Grade Parents/Students Meeting

Tuesday, August 7th at 7:00 p.m. Preschool Bible Parents/Students Meeting

Wednesday, August 8th at 7:00 p.m. Confirmation Parents/Students Meeting

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Dear friends in Christ, It is a difficult task to say goodbye to the Our Saviour’s Lutheran faith family after serving with you in ministry and mission since August of 2010. Julie and I want to express our heartfelt appreciation for all you have done with us and for us. Your prayers, your presence, your friendship have all been truly amazing and a blessing beyond measure. As our time together comes to a close there are numerous people to thank and a multitude of highlights that I believe give us reason for rejoicing. Throughout our time together God has provided me the privilege of being your servant-leader, to partner in ministry and mission with a talented and committed staff, a hard-working, faithful and delightful team of congregational leaders, and a wonderful family of believers I have come to love and appreciate. Yes, throughout the years there have been challenges we have faced as a congregation, but let me say that, for me, the joys of our time together far outweigh the difficulties we have experienced. I want to encourage everyone not to lose sight of what God has in mind for each new day he blesses us with. Be diligent in discerning the Lord’s will for your life, for your family, and for your faith family. Live your life for the Lord, giving sacrificially in response to what our gracious God has first given you! God bless all of you and the investment of your precious time, talents and treasures in your future ministry and mission together. In closing I leave you with these words from our Lord, the Apostle Paul writing to the Christian community in Colossae: “For this reason, since the day we heard it, we have not ceased praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of God’s will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you may lead lives worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, as you bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God. May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light.” Colossians 1:9-12 In His Service, Pastor Doug Opp

Altar Guild Volunteers Needed We are in need of a couple of volunteers to serve on Altar Guild. If you are interested or have

questions, please contact Altar Guild Chairperson, Janice Hemmingsen, 712-304-0604, or talk to Janice after a church service.

Adult Christian Education Sunday School will not be meeting for the summer months!

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Stewardship Square

Regular offerings 06/24 $4,352.00 07/01 $6,047.44 07/08 $5,979.00 07/15 $4,882.00 07/22 $3,141.00 Weekly Worship Attendance 06/24 110 07/01 124 07/08 169 07/15 153 07/24 122

Needed Weekly to meet budget—$7,169.83 If you have any questions regarding the OSLC financial report, you are welcome to contact our Office Manager Pam Steckler or our Council Treasurer Brandon Toft.

Praise Band Anyone who has a passion for making music in praise of our Lord, and will be in high school or college next fall, please prayerfully consider becoming a member of the “Behind the Cross” Praise Band! The Praise Band assists

in leading worship the fourth Sunday of the month, August – May. Please contact Director Jo Beane or the church office for more information.

Online Giving To donate online, go to the OSLC website http://oslcauduboniowa.org and click on the online giving

tab located at the upper right hand corner of the webpage. Questions, contact the church office.

Sanctuary Sunday Morning Air Conditioning

During warm-weather months, the air conditioning will be cooling the sanctuary as worshipers gather. The AC is programmed to cycle off

shortly before worship begins.

Update on Boiler Fund Project Estimate for Project: $105,000.00

As of July 9th, donations we have received: $101,215.90

Total left to raise: $3,784.10

Sanctuary Fans Have you noticed the new sanctuary ceiling fans?

The old ceiling fans were no longer working consistently and were in need of replacement.

The new fans will aid in more evenly distributing the cool air in the summer and warm air in colder months.

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CHURCH WEBSITE oslcauduboniowa.org

The church website is updated on a regular basis and is a great source for

information on dates and times of worship services, events, activities, Bible studies, etc.

Also, OSLC has facebook, search Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church on your facebook account.

Upcoming Events & Worship Opportunities

July 30th-August 2nd: Vacation Bible School August 12th: Pastor Doug & Julie’s last Sunday. Congregational & Community Farewell Coffee

(2:00-4:00 p.m.) August 26th: Praise in the Park September 9th: Rally Sunday

October 7th-10th: LCMC Annual Gathering in Des Moines, IA October 14th: Consecration Sunday

October 21st: Mission Sunday November 4th: All Saints’ Sunday with All Saints’ Altar Processional

November 21st: Thanksgiving Eve Worship December 5th, 12th, 19th: Wednesday Advent Services

December 24th/25th: Christmas Eve/Day Worship with Community Christmas Dinner

A Prayer For Our Students

Lord, thank you for the unique gifts of every child as they transition into a new school year. Fill each student with fresh enthusiasm and a

heart that is excited to learn and to grow. Cover them with your enduring love, give

them confidence and grace, and equip them with the ability to persevere through trials. Bless their teachers with wisdom, understanding and a heart to serve, as they embark on the journey together.

OSLC Women of Faith have many opportunities for Bible Study. If you are

interested in joining a Bible Study, contact the church office or one of the following

Bible Study leaders.

Marlene Englin, Norma Nielsen, Barb Christensen, Jean Jensen, Barb Christensen & Donis Hansen

Sunday Morning Nursery

The nursery will not be staffed during worship in the months of June, July and

August. Families are welcome use the nursery (located in the small chapel) with their

children during these months. Staffed nursery resumes on Sunday, September 9th.

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South Africa Mission Adventure You are invited to prayerfully consider joining the OSLC mission team traveling and serving

in South Africa January 24th through February 5th of 2019. Mission team members participate in

Optical Outreaches, Shoe Distribution, Days for Girls Distribution, serving Meals from

the Heartland, planting or harvesting crops, worshipping at both of the churches, one being

a LCMC congregation, and a host of other service projects mostly directed toward the children.

You stay at the Leroy Blessman Lodge of Dreams and have the opportunity to go on a game

safari. There are a few handouts regarding the mission opportunity on the entryway table. You

are also welcome to contact any of previous team members with further questions: Pastor Doug,

Norma Nielsen, Dan Smith, Nancy Sand, Jolene Burns, Diana Deist, Danielle and Curtis Derry.

Congratulations and

God’s Blessings to…

Jason & Caylee Rokke, who were married on

July 21st at OSLC!

Congratulations and God’s Blessing to the following July Baptisms.

Natalie Ann Walter, Daughter of Hilaree Walter, Baptized July 1st.

Cora Leigh Kelly, Daughter of Randy & Megan Kelly, Baptized July 8th.

Andrea Malloy, Baptized July 9th

Aria Karlene Malloy, Daughter of Robert & Andrea Malloy, Baptized July 15th.

Mason Chad Starmer, Son of Matt & Melissa Starmer, Baptized July 18th.

Maliha Hope Starmer, Daughter of Matt & Melissa Starmer, Baptized July 18th.

4K for Cancer OSLC hosted 25 Baltimore to Portland (Team Portland) bike riders for meals and an overnight stay on June 28th. Bikers enjoyed the Farmer’s Market, Music in the Park and were very grateful for the food and lodging provided. Team Portland began their journey in Baltimore on June 3rd and will arrive in

Portland on August 12th, having spent 70 days and 4000+ miles riding across America. 4K for Cancer is a program of the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, which is a non-profit organization that

changes lives by creating a community of support for young adults, and their loved ones, impacted by cancer. Since 2001, groups of college students have undertaken journeys across America with the goal of offering hope, inspiration and support to those affected by cancer along the way. Last year over a million dollars was raised to support young adults affected by cancer. 2018 represents the 17th year

the 4K is biking across the country and the fourth year OSLC has hosted bike riders.

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Pastoral Transition Update

As we near the end of summer and the beginning of fall, many things continue to transpire within our faith community that will help us to have a smooth transition as Pastor prepares to take his next journey in life. We have been blessed to have him and his wife as part of our life journey over the past 8 years and the people he will touch through his new position at Intermountain Healthcare Hospice will be blessed to know him as well. The council is planning a send off coffee for Pastor Doug and Julie from 2:00-4:00 pm on Sunday, August 12th at the church. Please plan to attend and invite anyone you feel would like to give their well wishes to Pastor Doug and Julie as this event will be open to the public. The council also has three planned interviews with potential Intentional Interims scheduled for late July. We are hopeful these will be fruitful meetings and will be able to have made a decision on who will lead the church through this transitional period by the time Pastor moves to Utah. We will provide a congregational update as soon as we have more information to share. As always please contact myself or any other council member with any questions or comments you may have through this transitional period. Thank you all for the support and hard work everyone provides throughout the year at OSLC. Hope to see you all on the 12th!

Council President Dan Madsen

Help Make Our Church Shine!

God has so graciously blessed us with a beautiful place to worship, grow & learn! Let’s all show our thanks by pitching in to help make God’s church shine inside and outside!

Just like in our own homes, a little extra time and effort is periodically needed to keep things looking great.

Join in helping our Building & Property Committee and Custodians complete a few extra tasks on

Saturday, Aug. 25th from 8:00-11:00 a.m. If you can’t stay for the entire time, come for as long as you are able.

Breakfast pizza, doughnuts, coffee and juice will be awaiting hungry helpers! A variety of tasks, ranging from light maintenance to extra cleaning (which are not part of our Custodian’s job responsibilities), are needing done so there is something for everyone to do!

If you are not able to come on August 25th, a list of tasks needing attention is posted on the entryway bulletin board which may be completed on your own time.

Let’s all do our part and help where we can!

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THE ROCK YOUTH GROUP JUNE NEWS—(7th Grade-12th Grade)

Rock News for August:

Hope everyone has enjoyed their summer! We have enjoyed seeing you all at the games, swim meets, and fairgrounds.

Now we are getting ready for school and gearing up to start meeting now that schedules are going to be a bit more regular. We hope to see you! Remember that incoming 7th graders through 12th grade are welcome!

Grill Out/Outdoor Movie Night The Rock wants to have a grill out and outdoor movie night before school starts. We are working on a date/location and will text out the info when we have it ready. You will just need to bring yourself, a drink and chair

to watch the movie. If you have movie recommendations, text Tracie 304-1256 and we will see what we can do!

High School Youth Bible Study We are planning to start High School Bible Study

Wednesday nights again at 7:00 p.m. in September. We will have list of dates in the next newsletter. Watch your texts and we will see you soon!

Enjoy the rest of your break!

The Rock Youth Group Leaders: Tracie C. (304-1256), Sara S. (304-2363), Nate V. (304-0548)

Facebook: The Rock OSLC OSLC website: oslcauduboniowa.org

The Rock Email: therockaudubon@gmail.com

Can/Bottle Recycling

Thank you to those who bring their

redeemable pop and beverage cans and

bottles to the church. The money

received is placed in our Mission Outreach Fund.

If possible please place plastic bottles, cans and glass bottles in separate

bags. This will make the redemption sorting

process much easier!

Thank you!

Operation Christmas Child

Back to School sales are great for picking up items needed for packing Operation Christmas Child

boxes in November.

Suggested school supplies include: Pens, Pencils, Sharpeners & Blunt Scissors

Crayons, Markers & Colored Pencils Notebooks & Paper (that will fit in the boxes) Coloring Books & Picture Books (no words) Solar Calculators, Protractors & Glue Sticks

Going to the State Fair? Pick up free pencils, pens, rulers

and reusable tote bags & string backpacks!

See the display on the church entryway tables for more information or go to

samaritanspurse.org/occ for more ideas.

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USHERS Bill Moore, Captain Dean Lauritsen Todd Nelsen Chip Hansen Randy Nelsen Lyle Hansen Kurt Nelson TAXI DRIVER Randy Nelsen ALTAR GUILD Toni Nelson Judy Baker Kathy Jensen ACOLYTES 5- Brittany Huston Ashlyn Pruitt 12- Keegan Deist Ava Slater 19- Abby Brooks Michelle Brooks 26– Praise in the Park

PROJECTION SYSTEM 5- Bob Weber, David Graeve, Tyler Riebhoff 12- 19- Shannon Jensen 26– Praise in the Park VIDEO OPERATORS 5- Ken Burns 12- Brian Jensen 19- Dan Jorgensen 26– Praise in the Park SOUND OPERATORS 5- Bob Weber, Tyler Riebhoff, David Graeve 12- Curtis Derry, Logan Nielsen 19- Patrick Hamilton, Bob Weber 26– Praise in the Park PRAYER PARTNERS 5- Lee Nielsen Barb Christensen 12- Dan Smith Jeanne Schwab 19- Barb Christensen Lee Nielsen 26- Dan Smith Jeanne Schwab

Relay for Life Update Thank you to all who supported the Audubon County Relay for Life by contributing financially,

walking and to those who prayed for our team! The team from OSLC raised over $1,300.00 to help in the fight against cancer. Our community raised just over $30,000! God Bless you all!

Attention OSLC College Students! Our Saviour’s has funds designated to loan to OSLC college students. Contact the church office for

more information. Please request loan funds at least three weeks prior to the date needed. If you wish to receive the Shepherd’s Staff Newsletter while attending college, please give your address to the

church office. The newsletter can also be accessed on the church website oslcauduboniowa.org.

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Five Best Good for You Foods (From Eating Well’s Nutrition Editor, Brierley Wright)

God is ever bountiful. He has blessed us to live in Iowa, where we can enjoy gardening and shopping at farmer’s markets. Here are five

good for you foods to enjoy at this time of the year.

1. Green Beans: High fiber foods like green beans can help you prevent weight gain and even

promote weight loss-without dieting. Also try: Raspberries, Chickpeas (garbanzo beans), strawberries.

2. Salmon: The Omega 3 fatty acids in oily fish can boost your skin’s defenses against UV damage. Even as little as five ounces can help prevent the development of precancerous skin lesions. Also try: Tuna.

3. Watermelon: Eating foods that are full of water, such as B (92%) helps keep you satisfied on fewer calories. Watermelon is a good source of Vitamin C and lycopene. Also try: cucumbers (95%), Salad greens (90%), and strawberries (91%).

4. Blueberries: Eating just under a cup of mixed berries daily for 8 weeks can increase your levels of “good” HDL cholesterol and lower blood pressures. Also try: Red raspberries and strawberries.

5. Tomatoes: Eating more Vitamin C-rich foods- such as tomatoes- may be the secret to smoother skin. It may lower the risk of wrinkles and age-related dryness in middle aged women. Also helps protect against UV rays. Also try: Oranges, strawberries, and broccoli.

Summer Special Music Special music (vocal or

instrumental) is needed for Sunday worship through

September 2nd. Please contact a Worship Committee member,

Jane Weber, the church office or sign up on the sheet located on the bulletin board. Thank you!

Rally Sunday Sunday, September 9th, 2018

During 9:00 a.m. Worship *Presentation of Preschool Bibles *Presentation of 3rd Grade Bibles

*Backpack Blessing *VBS kids sing special music

Following 9:00 a.m. Worship Preschool-6th Grade will meet immediately

following worship for snacks in the downstairs social room. We will then join

together for some group activities and to meet your Sunday School teachers! Junior High will meet following snack in

their classroom!

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1 9:30 Caring & Sharing 5:00-8:00 VBS

2 4:45-6:30 VBS 6:30 VBS Program

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5 Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 Prayer Power 9:00 Holy Communion 10:15 Coffee 2:00 Pastoral Jail Visit

6 9:00 Staff Meeting 7:00 3rd Grade Bible Meeting

7 7:00 Preschool Bible Meeting

8 7:00 Confirmation Orientation

9 10:30 Friendship Home Communion

10 6:00 Wedding Rehearsal

11 4:00 Wedding of Kelsi Lange & Wyatt Christensen

12 Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 Prayer Power 9:00 Worship-New Member Reception 10:15 Coffee 2:00-4:00 Pastor Doug & Julie Farewell coffee fellowship

13 9:00 Staff Meeting 6:30 Building & Property Committee Meeting

14 2:00 Naomi Circle

15 7:00 Church Council Meeting

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Shepherd Staff newsletter deadline at noon

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19 Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 Prayer Power 9:00 Holy Communion 10:15 Coffee, Blood Pressure Check 10:15 Worship Committee Meeting

20 9:00 Staff Meeting

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25 8:00-11:00 Fall Workday

26 Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost 9:30 Prayer Power 10:00 Praise in the Park Worship 11:00 Potluck

27 9:00 Staff Meeting

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29 30 31

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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1 9:30 Caring & Sharing 5:00-8:00 VBS

2 4:45-6:30 VBS 6:30 VBS Program

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5 Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 Prayer Power 9:00 Holy Communion 10:15 Coffee 2:00 Pastoral Jail Visit

6 9:00 Staff Meeting 7:00 3rd Grade Bible Meeting

7 7:00 Preschool Bible Meeting

8 7:00 Confirmation Orientation

9 10:30 Friendship Home Communion

10 6:00 Wedding Rehearsal

11 4:00 Wedding of Kelsi Lange & Wyatt Christensen

12 Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 Prayer Power 9:00 Worship-New Member Reception 10:15 Coffee 2:00-4:00 Pastor Doug & Julie Farewell coffee fellowship

13 9:00 Staff Meeting 6:30 Building & Property Committee Meeting

14 2:00 Naomi Circle

15 7:00 Church Council Meeting

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Shepherd Staff newsletter deadline at noon

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19 Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 Prayer Power 9:00 Holy Communion 10:15 Coffee, Blood Pressure Check 10:15 Worship Committee Meeting

20 9:00 Staff Meeting

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25 8:00-11:00 Fall Workday

26 Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost 9:30 Prayer Power 10:00 Praise in the Park Worship 11:00 Potluck

27 9:00 Staff Meeting

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29 30 31

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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USHERS Bill Moore, Captain Dean Lauritsen Todd Nelsen Chip Hansen Randy Nelsen Lyle Hansen Kurt Nelson TAXI DRIVER Randy Nelsen ALTAR GUILD Toni Nelson Judy Baker Kathy Jensen ACOLYTES 5- Brittany Huston Ashlyn Pruitt 12- Keegan Deist Ava Slater 19- Abby Brooks Michelle Brooks 26– Praise in the Park

PROJECTION SYSTEM 5- Bob Weber, David Graeve, Tyler Riebhoff 12- 19- Shannon Jensen 26– Praise in the Park VIDEO OPERATORS 5- Ken Burns 12- Brian Jensen 19- Dan Jorgensen 26– Praise in the Park SOUND OPERATORS 5- Bob Weber, Tyler Riebhoff, David Graeve 12- Curtis Derry, Logan Nielsen 19- Patrick Hamilton, Bob Weber 26– Praise in the Park PRAYER PARTNERS 5- Lee Nielsen Barb Christensen 12- Dan Smith Jeanne Schwab 19- Barb Christensen Lee Nielsen 26- Dan Smith Jeanne Schwab

Relay for Life Update Thank you to all who supported the Audubon County Relay for Life by contributing financially,

walking and to those who prayed for our team! The team from OSLC raised over $1,300.00 to help in the fight against cancer. Our community raised just over $30,000! God Bless you all!

Attention OSLC College Students! Our Saviour’s has funds designated to loan to OSLC college students. Contact the church office for

more information. Please request loan funds at least three weeks prior to the date needed. If you wish to receive the Shepherd’s Staff Newsletter while attending college, please give your address to the

church office. The newsletter can also be accessed on the church website oslcauduboniowa.org.

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Five Best Good for You Foods (From Eating Well’s Nutrition Editor, Brierley Wright)

God is ever bountiful. He has blessed us to live in Iowa, where we can enjoy gardening and shopping at farmer’s markets. Here are five

good for you foods to enjoy at this time of the year.

1. Green Beans: High fiber foods like green beans can help you prevent weight gain and even

promote weight loss-without dieting. Also try: Raspberries, Chickpeas (garbanzo beans), strawberries.

2. Salmon: The Omega 3 fatty acids in oily fish can boost your skin’s defenses against UV damage. Even as little as five ounces can help prevent the development of precancerous skin lesions. Also try: Tuna.

3. Watermelon: Eating foods that are full of water, such as B (92%) helps keep you satisfied on fewer calories. Watermelon is a good source of Vitamin C and lycopene. Also try: cucumbers (95%), Salad greens (90%), and strawberries (91%).

4. Blueberries: Eating just under a cup of mixed berries daily for 8 weeks can increase your levels of “good” HDL cholesterol and lower blood pressures. Also try: Red raspberries and strawberries.

5. Tomatoes: Eating more Vitamin C-rich foods- such as tomatoes- may be the secret to smoother skin. It may lower the risk of wrinkles and age-related dryness in middle aged women. Also helps protect against UV rays. Also try: Oranges, strawberries, and broccoli.

Summer Special Music Special music (vocal or

instrumental) is needed for Sunday worship through

September 2nd. Please contact a Worship Committee member,

Jane Weber, the church office or sign up on the sheet located on the bulletin board. Thank you!

Rally Sunday Sunday, September 9th, 2018

During 9:00 a.m. Worship *Presentation of Preschool Bibles *Presentation of 3rd Grade Bibles

*Backpack Blessing *VBS kids sing special music

Following 9:00 a.m. Worship Preschool-6th Grade will meet immediately

following worship for snacks in the downstairs social room. We will then join

together for some group activities and to meet your Sunday School teachers! Junior High will meet following snack in

their classroom!

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Pastoral Transition Update

As we near the end of summer and the beginning of fall, many things continue to transpire within our faith community that will help us to have a smooth transition as Pastor prepares to take his next journey in life. We have been blessed to have him and his wife as part of our life journey over the past 8 years and the people he will touch through his new position at Intermountain Healthcare Hospice will be blessed to know him as well. The council is planning a send off coffee for Pastor Doug and Julie from 2:00-4:00 pm on Sunday, August 12th at the church. Please plan to attend and invite anyone you feel would like to give their well wishes to Pastor Doug and Julie as this event will be open to the public. The council also has three planned interviews with potential Intentional Interims scheduled for late July. We are hopeful these will be fruitful meetings and will be able to have made a decision on who will lead the church through this transitional period by the time Pastor moves to Utah. We will provide a congregational update as soon as we have more information to share. As always please contact myself or any other council member with any questions or comments you may have through this transitional period. Thank you all for the support and hard work everyone provides throughout the year at OSLC. Hope to see you all on the 12th!

Council President Dan Madsen

Help Make Our Church Shine!

God has so graciously blessed us with a beautiful place to worship, grow & learn! Let’s all show our thanks by pitching in to help make God’s church shine inside and outside!

Just like in our own homes, a little extra time and effort is periodically needed to keep things looking great.

Join in helping our Building & Property Committee and Custodians complete a few extra tasks on

Saturday, Aug. 25th from 8:00-11:00 a.m. If you can’t stay for the entire time, come for as long as you are able.

Breakfast pizza, doughnuts, coffee and juice will be awaiting hungry helpers! A variety of tasks, ranging from light maintenance to extra cleaning (which are not part of our Custodian’s job responsibilities), are needing done so there is something for everyone to do!

If you are not able to come on August 25th, a list of tasks needing attention is posted on the entryway bulletin board which may be completed on your own time.

Let’s all do our part and help where we can!

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THE ROCK YOUTH GROUP JUNE NEWS—(7th Grade-12th Grade)

Rock News for August:

Hope everyone has enjoyed their summer! We have enjoyed seeing you all at the games, swim meets, and fairgrounds.

Now we are getting ready for school and gearing up to start meeting now that schedules are going to be a bit more regular. We hope to see you! Remember that incoming 7th graders through 12th grade are welcome!

Grill Out/Outdoor Movie Night The Rock wants to have a grill out and outdoor movie night before school starts. We are working on a date/location and will text out the info when we have it ready. You will just need to bring yourself, a drink and chair

to watch the movie. If you have movie recommendations, text Tracie 304-1256 and we will see what we can do!

High School Youth Bible Study We are planning to start High School Bible Study

Wednesday nights again at 7:00 p.m. in September. We will have list of dates in the next newsletter. Watch your texts and we will see you soon!

Enjoy the rest of your break!

The Rock Youth Group Leaders: Tracie C. (304-1256), Sara S. (304-2363), Nate V. (304-0548)

Facebook: The Rock OSLC OSLC website: oslcauduboniowa.org

The Rock Email: therockaudubon@gmail.com

Can/Bottle Recycling

Thank you to those who bring their

redeemable pop and beverage cans and

bottles to the church. The money

received is placed in our Mission Outreach Fund.

If possible please place plastic bottles, cans and glass bottles in separate

bags. This will make the redemption sorting

process much easier!

Thank you!

Operation Christmas Child

Back to School sales are great for picking up items needed for packing Operation Christmas Child

boxes in November.

Suggested school supplies include: Pens, Pencils, Sharpeners & Blunt Scissors

Crayons, Markers & Colored Pencils Notebooks & Paper (that will fit in the boxes) Coloring Books & Picture Books (no words) Solar Calculators, Protractors & Glue Sticks

Going to the State Fair? Pick up free pencils, pens, rulers

and reusable tote bags & string backpacks!

See the display on the church entryway tables for more information or go to

samaritanspurse.org/occ for more ideas.

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CHURCH WEBSITE oslcauduboniowa.org

The church website is updated on a regular basis and is a great source for

information on dates and times of worship services, events, activities, Bible studies, etc.

Also, OSLC has facebook, search Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church on your facebook account.

Upcoming Events & Worship Opportunities

July 30th-August 2nd: Vacation Bible School August 12th: Pastor Doug & Julie’s last Sunday. Congregational & Community Farewell Coffee

(2:00-4:00 p.m.) August 26th: Praise in the Park September 9th: Rally Sunday

October 7th-10th: LCMC Annual Gathering in Des Moines, IA October 14th: Consecration Sunday

October 21st: Mission Sunday November 4th: All Saints’ Sunday with All Saints’ Altar Processional

November 21st: Thanksgiving Eve Worship December 5th, 12th, 19th: Wednesday Advent Services

December 24th/25th: Christmas Eve/Day Worship with Community Christmas Dinner

A Prayer For Our Students

Lord, thank you for the unique gifts of every child as they transition into a new school year. Fill each student with fresh enthusiasm and a

heart that is excited to learn and to grow. Cover them with your enduring love, give

them confidence and grace, and equip them with the ability to persevere through trials. Bless their teachers with wisdom, understanding and a heart to serve, as they embark on the journey together.

OSLC Women of Faith have many opportunities for Bible Study. If you are

interested in joining a Bible Study, contact the church office or one of the following

Bible Study leaders.

Marlene Englin, Norma Nielsen, Barb Christensen, Jean Jensen, Barb Christensen & Donis Hansen

Sunday Morning Nursery

The nursery will not be staffed during worship in the months of June, July and

August. Families are welcome use the nursery (located in the small chapel) with their

children during these months. Staffed nursery resumes on Sunday, September 9th.

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South Africa Mission Adventure You are invited to prayerfully consider joining the OSLC mission team traveling and serving

in South Africa January 24th through February 5th of 2019. Mission team members participate in

Optical Outreaches, Shoe Distribution, Days for Girls Distribution, serving Meals from

the Heartland, planting or harvesting crops, worshipping at both of the churches, one being

a LCMC congregation, and a host of other service projects mostly directed toward the children.

You stay at the Leroy Blessman Lodge of Dreams and have the opportunity to go on a game

safari. There are a few handouts regarding the mission opportunity on the entryway table. You

are also welcome to contact any of previous team members with further questions: Pastor Doug,

Norma Nielsen, Dan Smith, Nancy Sand, Jolene Burns, Diana Deist, Danielle and Curtis Derry.

Congratulations and

God’s Blessings to…

Jason & Caylee Rokke, who were married on

July 21st at OSLC!

Congratulations and God’s Blessing to the following July Baptisms.

Natalie Ann Walter, Daughter of Hilaree Walter, Baptized July 1st.

Cora Leigh Kelly, Daughter of Randy & Megan Kelly, Baptized July 8th.

Andrea Malloy, Baptized July 9th

Aria Karlene Malloy, Daughter of Robert & Andrea Malloy, Baptized July 15th.

Mason Chad Starmer, Son of Matt & Melissa Starmer, Baptized July 18th.

Maliha Hope Starmer, Daughter of Matt & Melissa Starmer, Baptized July 18th.

4K for Cancer OSLC hosted 25 Baltimore to Portland (Team Portland) bike riders for meals and an overnight stay on June 28th. Bikers enjoyed the Farmer’s Market, Music in the Park and were very grateful for the food and lodging provided. Team Portland began their journey in Baltimore on June 3rd and will arrive in

Portland on August 12th, having spent 70 days and 4000+ miles riding across America. 4K for Cancer is a program of the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, which is a non-profit organization that

changes lives by creating a community of support for young adults, and their loved ones, impacted by cancer. Since 2001, groups of college students have undertaken journeys across America with the goal of offering hope, inspiration and support to those affected by cancer along the way. Last year over a million dollars was raised to support young adults affected by cancer. 2018 represents the 17th year

the 4K is biking across the country and the fourth year OSLC has hosted bike riders.

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Dear friends in Christ, It is a difficult task to say goodbye to the Our Saviour’s Lutheran faith family after serving with you in ministry and mission since August of 2010. Julie and I want to express our heartfelt appreciation for all you have done with us and for us. Your prayers, your presence, your friendship have all been truly amazing and a blessing beyond measure. As our time together comes to a close there are numerous people to thank and a multitude of highlights that I believe give us reason for rejoicing. Throughout our time together God has provided me the privilege of being your servant-leader, to partner in ministry and mission with a talented and committed staff, a hard-working, faithful and delightful team of congregational leaders, and a wonderful family of believers I have come to love and appreciate. Yes, throughout the years there have been challenges we have faced as a congregation, but let me say that, for me, the joys of our time together far outweigh the difficulties we have experienced. I want to encourage everyone not to lose sight of what God has in mind for each new day he blesses us with. Be diligent in discerning the Lord’s will for your life, for your family, and for your faith family. Live your life for the Lord, giving sacrificially in response to what our gracious God has first given you! God bless all of you and the investment of your precious time, talents and treasures in your future ministry and mission together. In closing I leave you with these words from our Lord, the Apostle Paul writing to the Christian community in Colossae: “For this reason, since the day we heard it, we have not ceased praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of God’s will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you may lead lives worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, as you bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God. May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light.” Colossians 1:9-12 In His Service, Pastor Doug Opp

Altar Guild Volunteers Needed We are in need of a couple of volunteers to serve on Altar Guild. If you are interested or have

questions, please contact Altar Guild Chairperson, Janice Hemmingsen, 712-304-0604, or talk to Janice after a church service.

Adult Christian Education Sunday School will not be meeting for the summer months!

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Regular offerings 06/24 $4,352.00 07/01 $6,047.44 07/08 $5,979.00 07/15 $4,882.00 07/22 $3,141.00 Weekly Worship Attendance 06/24 110 07/01 124 07/08 169 07/15 153 07/24 122

Needed Weekly to meet budget—$7,169.83 If you have any questions regarding the OSLC financial report, you are welcome to contact our Office Manager Pam Steckler or our Council Treasurer Brandon Toft.

Praise Band Anyone who has a passion for making music in praise of our Lord, and will be in high school or college next fall, please prayerfully consider becoming a member of the “Behind the Cross” Praise Band! The Praise Band assists

in leading worship the fourth Sunday of the month, August – May. Please contact Director Jo Beane or the church office for more information.

Online Giving To donate online, go to the OSLC website http://oslcauduboniowa.org and click on the online giving

tab located at the upper right hand corner of the webpage. Questions, contact the church office.

Sanctuary Sunday Morning Air Conditioning

During warm-weather months, the air conditioning will be cooling the sanctuary as worshipers gather. The AC is programmed to cycle off

shortly before worship begins.

Update on Boiler Fund Project Estimate for Project: $105,000.00

As of July 9th, donations we have received: $101,215.90

Total left to raise: $3,784.10

Sanctuary Fans Have you noticed the new sanctuary ceiling fans?

The old ceiling fans were no longer working consistently and were in need of replacement.

The new fans will aid in more evenly distributing the cool air in the summer and warm air in colder months.