Sunday Education Hour
9:30-10:30am
Tech Wise Family Workshop
September 9
Families with children 5 & up
Led by Pastor Wangelin in the Commons.
Let’s get a jump start on our Spiritual Growth Campaign by letting families discuss what role technology plays in their home life, and how their faith provides intentionality and focus.
Christ Connections
September 16 – December 16
Kids age 3 – 5th Grade
Led by Christ Connections Leaders.
Lessons, activities, and songs help kids connect Bible topics to their lives as they grow more connected to Christ.
Consecrated Stewards
Sept 16, 23, Oct 7, 28, Nov 4, 11
Adults
Led by Pastor Wangelin in the Music Room.
Bible Study that digs into God’s gifts and how we manage them for the Kingdom. Each week will be a unit that looks at a text and application.
Public School Instruction Confirmation
September 16 – October 28,
December 2 – 16
7 & 8 Graders (public school students)
Led by Vicar Wittig in the 8th Grade Classroom.
This year’s focus is Biblical Content, starting with the amazing accounts in the Old Testament of God’s power, grace, and desire to save all nations. Parents join in January.
Tech Wise Family Discussion Group
September 16 – October 14
Adults
Led by Discussion Facilitators
Considered the “Sunday Small Group” utilizing the material for the Spiritual Growth Campaign on the book “Tech Wise Family.” For those who cannot be in a small group or want further discussion on how to relate tech and faith.
Milestone Ministry: Learning to Pray
September 23
4 yr olds & parents
Led by Sara DeYarmond
Parents get to lead kids through prayer stations, talking about how to pray in all circumstances. Each child receives a prayer pillow and blessing during worship.
We’re Not Blended – We’re Pureed!
October 21 – December 16
Parents of blended families (divorce & remarried)
Led by Dave Wright in the 7th Grade Classroom.
How can blended families come closer together in Christ and build healthy, faith-filled homes? Share experiences, gain insights, and learn from God’s Word on how we build each other up in faith, hope, and love.
Milestone Ministry: First Grade Bible
November 4 & 11
1st Grade Parents (week 1) with 1st Grade students (week 2)
Led by Rachael Engelbrecht in the 1st Grade room.
As 1st Graders learn to read, the Bible becomes an important book for them and the family to be familiar with and utilize at home. This class equips parents to help their kids explore the sacred scriptures.
Weekday Adult Bible Studies
Men of Courage Bible Study and BreakfastFirst and third Friday of each month, 6:30am
Spud’s Family Restaurant in Lansing (September-May).
Men are welcome to come and enjoy some scripture, discussion, and breakfast together.
Growing and Loving Servants (GALS) Bible Study1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30pm
Fellowship Room
Join us for an opportunity to connect with other women, study God’s Word, and encourage each other in love as we “do life” together while growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Senior Bible StudyWednesdays at 10:30am
Fellowship Room
The “Senior Gals and Guys” invite you to join us for fellowship and Bible study with Pastor Wangelin and
Vicar Wittig.
TapestryFridays at 10am
Fellowship Room
Women’s Bible study providing spiritual growth and fellowship. Join other women to study God’s Word, encourage one another and spur one another on to love and good works.
Discover Our Savior ClassWednesdays at 6:30pm beginning Sept. 19th
Fellowship Room
The Discover Our Savior Class is for anyone interested in membership at Our Savior or who simply wants to know more about what our church believes and teaches. This 9 week class is taught by Pastor Wangelin and covers the basics of the Christian faith, what it means to be a Lutheran Christian, and what life is like here at Our Savior.
Special Events
Congregation Meeting: September 30 (School Commons)
All adult members of Our Savior are invited to hear ministry reports and how God is working through our ministries to learn, live and share Christ. Staff will share updates on staffing, programing, and capital campaign (including parking lot repair & lighting).
Hmong Ministry Update: October 21
(Music Room)
Pastor Lang Yang will give an update on how Hmong Ministry continues to make disciples of all nations, looking back on 40 years at Our Savior and looking forward to a mission trip to Thailand in December 2018.
Family Service Sunday: November 18 (Lobby & Gymnasium)
Kids, adults and grandparents are invited to participate in several service projects set up around the building, including the assembly of 200 Thanksgiving baskets for our community. This is a great day of service for all ages!
No Sunday Education Hour on December 23 or 30.
Studies resume Sunday January 6.