OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL “Serving Christ—Serving Others—Changing Lives”

May 14, 2017

Weekly Newsletter

Our Savior Offers Three Services on Sunday Morning 8:00 & 11:00 a.m. Traditional Liturgical Worship Services with Holy Communion

9:30 a.m. “Shout for Joy” Contemporary Worship and Praise with Holy Communion

Please Keep the Following Members in Prayer: David, Marianne & Michael DeMinck, Roger Detwiler, Jane Sird, Debbie Holub, Pastor Ed Nicklas, John Scerba, Luke Strang, Marilyn Gruenbaum, Pastor Rader, Pastor Stuehrenberg, Rene Cucci, Joan LaSharr, Jim Kreissler, James Leone, Gloria Volz,Bob Mancke, Cindy Yadgaroff, Kathryn Slyker, Maria Ullery, Linda Trahan, Walter and Marlene Reimer (Lisa Moore’s sister and parents.)

Nursing Home/Assisted Living/ Rehab. Assisted Living: Lillian Velez, Ted and Shirley Ray, Dorothy Hanser, Ken O’Brien, Dolores Bethmann (Springtree Rehab.)

Other Prayer Requests Our friend and former member, Pastor Shane McCoy, is requesting prayer. He had been hospitalized for two weeks with a cyst on his Pancreas and they are anticipating possible surgery. Children and Youth Ministry board asks for prayers for St. Paul, Plantation United Methodist, and Our Savior Lutheran VBS teams as they start to make and prepare for VBS in June. Prayers that we bring more children to learn about and invite God in their heart. Pastor Moore as he leads our congregation as interim pastor, Our leadership here at Our Savior, All ministers, former pastors and vicars of Our Savior Lutheran Church, missionaries, chaplains, police, & firefighters. OSLS and Mirror Lake Elementary School, LifeNet4 Families, Food for the Poor, Mission Haiti. Our nation and its leaders, president and all people in armed services.

Members & Family in the Armed Services Anthony Valladares in Parris Island, Jorge Alberto-Peralta (son of Jorge Peralta) in Saudi-Arabia. Nicholas Mink (grandson of Allan and Jan Mink), stationed at Great Lakes Naval Station, IL, Ingrid Mink (granddaughter of Allan& Jan Mink) in South Korea. Jessica Lee (niece of Randy &Lynne Steinbeck) in Germany. Matthew Osborne (grandson of David & Marianne DeMinck) in Camp Lejeune,NC. Bryce Miranda (nephew of Susan George-Kenyon) in Kuwait. Kyle Thornton, (grandson of Susan George-Kenyon) Air Force Michael Moeller (grandson of Sarah Cochran) in Jordan. Members: Brian Strang and Jonathan Brown in Ft. Campbell, KY. Brandon Edelstein in Japan. Steven Morrison in Dayton, Ohio. Scott Tucek in Germany.

On this wonderful Mother’s Day, we lift

up all mothers in our prayers to God. May

the Holy Spirit grant them joy and peace.

We rejoice in the presence of each

worshiper. Welcome, friends!

This Week at a Glance Sun. 5/14

Happy Mother’s Day LifeNet4Families Donation Sunday Services 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Last Confirmation Class 9:30 a.m.

NO Adult Bible Class Mon 5/15

Women’s Group Meeting 7p.m. Tues. 5/16

Adult Bible Class 6:30 p.m. “Christianity 101”

Wed. 5/17 Chapel – Mrs. Pozzo 8:45 a.m.

Bible Brunch 10:15 a.m. Bell Choir Practice 6:30 p.m.

Parish Choir Practice 7:30 p.m. Thurs. 5/18

Chapel – Mrs. Woistman 8:45 a.m. Shout for Joy practice 7:00 p.m.

Fri. 5/19 Sat. 5/20 Sun. 5/21

Confirmation Sunday 11:00 Service Services 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Confirmation Class 9:30 p.m. Adult Bible Class 9:30 a.m.

Christianity 101 Class starts May 16th!

Whether you're just beginning your faith walk with Jesus or have a long acquaintance with Him, This six week course is for you! Pastor Moore will start from "scratch" to lay out the basics of our faith on Tuesday nights from 6:30 to 8:45. If you're interested in becoming a member of Our Savior or are just looking for a solid Bible Study experience, join us in the Conference Room Tuesday, May 16. Childcare arrangements can be made by

contacting Jan in the Church Office.

A CLASS FOR EVERYONE

Our Members in Action

CONGRATULATIONS SANDY HUFF

On May 17th

Dr. Sandy Huff will receive the

Exceptional People in the Community (EPIC)

award presented by the Mental Health

Association of South Florida.

(Sandy pictured with her husband, Jeff)

Confirmation Joy

We celebrate many special occasions in the Church from births and deaths, to baptism, communion, and marriage. When parents bring their children to be baptized, they profess their child’s faith in Jesus Christ, promising to raise them in that faith. Next Sunday, during the 11:00 service, seven of these young men and women will stand before the congregation and claim that faith as their own, confirming what was spoken for them at their baptism. As they prepare their hearts, we ask that you keep them in prayer:

Bradley James Bhalai Heston Harold Curry Jr. Preston Cole Strickman Craig Spencer Tapling

Brock Matthew Van Sant Dylan McKenna Warfel Mark Owen Williamson

OUR RESPONSE TO

GOD’S LOVE IN CHRIST

As measured by our church attendance:

These numbers represent Jan. – Dec.

Average Sunday Attendance 227

Average Last Year 260

Attendance 5/07/2017 227

KEEPING INFORMED…..

Did you notice the broken stained glass

window in the sanctuary? On Friday

night into Saturday morning before

Easter a tire hit the Good Friday window.

Conrad Pickel Studios, the company that

designed the windows has been notified

and will be here on Monday to take the

pieces and put them back together again.

No telling how long it will take.

BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES May 14

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Happy Birthday! 14

th Patricia Fadoul, 15

th Al Perry,

16th James Hurst, 17

th Jazmin Hernandez,

Jennifer Salinas, 19th Alexis Carreira,

20th Sharon Kent, Les Mellott, Happy Anniversary

16th Michael and Tammy Weidner 25 yrs.

Jim Kreissler has moved to Missouri, his contact information is: James Kreissler 2900 S. Jefferson Ave. #208 Springfield, MO 65807 jameskreissler@yahoo.com 660-723-2514

It’s Vacation Bible School Time – June 19 -23

At Maker Fun Factory VBS, kids will learn they’re created by God

and built for a purpose!

Please register at: vbspro.events/p/events/oslvbs2017

Cost is $30.00 until May 22ND Price goes to $45 on May 23rd.

June 19 – 23 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon

Volunteers also register online or call the church office 954-473-6888.

The door offering taken last Sunday for

Brandon Zaske’s Eagle Scout Project $533.54

Total so far $2,588.54

May 14

Mother’s Day

LifeNet4Families Sunday

May 15

Women’s Group Meeting 7pm

May 16

Adult Bible Class Begins 6:30pm

May 19

No School/Parent-Teacher Conferences

May 20

Prayer Team Meeting 9am

Confirmation Lunch/Practice 12:00

May 21

Confirmation at 11:00 service

May 23

Adult Bible Class 6:30pm

May 24

2 year old Closing Program 9am

May 25

3 year old Closing Program 9am

May 26 4 year old Closing Program 9am

Field Day

May 27

Work Day 9-noon

May 29

Offices Closed No School/Memorial Day

May 30

Adult Bible Class 6:30pm

June 4th Retirement Lunch for Debra Beck

Your Call Committee in Action!

Call Committee has met twice to

organize and begin the process of recognizing and recommending the

best pastoral candidates for our

congregation. Harold Rodriguez

was selected as the chair of the committee. We identified our

immediate tasks and got to work

on them, and expect to meet quite frequently. Please pray for the members of this group: Harold Rodriguez (Chair), Debra Beck, Tom Christensen, Bill May, Angie Rodriguez, Randy Steinbeck, Brian Warfel, Tammy Weidner, Jodi Whitt

THE CALL PROCESS

PICTORIAL DIRECTORIES ARE AVAILABLE TODAY!

All members, visitors, school families and staff that had their pictures taken for the directory are welcome to take a directory. Please sign your name to let us know that you have received your copy. Pick up your directory at the table in the breezeway.

OUR CHURCH, OUR SCHOOL, OUR SAVIOR

Tickets will be available today and the next 2 weeks. See Donna Swift.

STARS OF THE WEEK

K- Ashley Heine (not pictured)

1- Evelyn Silion

2- Collin Picard

3- Wynter Foster

4/5- Mishae Harris

MS- Skylar Sheput

A NOTE FROM A PARENT…… I have to tell you that I am so thankful for the high level of music education my children are receiving here at Our Savior. Being exposed to college level music appreciation of the master composers has inspired my children. It warmed my heart Tuesday night after the arts festival watching my son on the key board excitedly working on his own composition and listening to him and his sister discuss the different traits of their favorite composers. P.S The art work displayed was quite impressive as well. Ms. McGann-Fellows

Fine Arts and Talent Show

May 9th

– Our Church, Our School, Our Savior.

Mrs. Becky Harter

Art Teacher

The Fine Arts and Talent Festival was a beautiful success! A special thank you to those who made it possible: Thank you, Becky Harter, for all the time and effort lavished on the students as they created masterpieces and to the thought and effort poured into our very own Art Gallery!

Thank you, Lisa Moore, for working with the entire school to share musically what they learned about those Magnificent Seven and to working with the Cherub Choir.

Thank you, Cheryl Moore, for working with the afterschool instrument groups: bells, chimes, and boomin' bunch- they sounded great!

Also, thank you to our staff who coordinated the Talent Show - Kristin Becker, Rochelle Nickerson, and Kristin Volz, our very own mistress of ceremonies Riley Liebertz, and to all of you who helped put the gallery together, clean up the church, and return the Bay to some semblance of order. I am so proud of our students and our staff for the wonderful evening! Blessings, Linda Root

Pamela King’s son, Christopher L. King graduated from FIU on Saturday, April 29th with an MBA with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration. Joseph "Cody" Statler – grandson of Linda Verdi -2011 confirmed at Our Savior Lutheran by Pastor Nicklas. Graduating Senior from Roanoke College with a Bachelor's of FIne Arts. All Academic Athlete for Cross Country and Track from Fall 2013- Spring 2016. Online Portfolio: https://www.behance.net/jcstatler608c Graphic Design, created the label for the beer "Kicking Post" for Soaring Ridge Brewery in Roanoke and for Roanoke College. Illustrator, Transforming Text to Image: Illustrating a Children's Story. May – October 2016 Summer Scholars, Roanoke College. Logo Design used by the Salem Museum for local author event titled "Read Local" Illustration featured as the monthly cover page for the online magazine (http://sailingtothemoon.net/issues/march-issue-2016/) Senior Scholar- Art. Artwork displayed in the Roanoke College Antrim Chapel- "The Conversion of Paul"

Parker Strickman will be graduating from St. Thomas Aquinas on May 21 and will be attending University of Florida in the fall.

Alicia Bell, A dedicated and committed high school senior at NSU University School taking a variety of AP Courses. An active member of the National Honor Society and National Science Honor Society. Selected to be apart Teen Advisory Board (TAB) for the Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center. A participant in Aspire and Real Investigation Science Experience (Rise), a science research mentorship program for selected students that provides working opportunities to conduct weekly research at the NSU Oceanographic Research Center Science. Conducted hands-on research on science projects with marine life. Research included fisheries, oil spills, climate change, biodiversity, conservation genetics, coral reefs, and the deep sea. Mentored by NSU PHD Professor of Marine and Environmental Sciences.An avid tennis player that played competitive tennis for the University School Varsity Tennis Team for four years. Selected to participate in Achieve in Medicine (AIM) a medical immersion program available through Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine. Graduating in May 2017. Will be attending Elon University in North Carolina in the fall. Majoring in Environmental Science and Biology.

Nicholas Montalvo, son of Christine and Harold Rodriguez, is graduating on June 3rd

from Charles W. Flanagan High School, Pembroke Pines.

Our Savior Lutheran School 8th Grade Graduates: Raquel Damus, Luke Mauer, Bobby Pierre.

Congratulations Graduates!

CARDS FOR GOATS - GOATS FOR HAITI Cards for Goats - Goats for Haiti

We need only 3 more sponsors of Goats to meet our current goal.

$75 each

That will provide 48 goats to 16 families. What a blessings to these families in Haiti. (if you wish to sponsor a goat, contact Dorothy Schawk or Barbara Fischer at the Goat Table outside)

The Bzzy Bees will be taking a break during the month of June.

But will return in July with Gusto.

Currently our craft group meets on Tuesdays 10 am to 2:00 pm. In July we may

be adding an evening session/class to open this project to more of those

interested in crafts and helping with this project.

Our efforts during the summer will be, primarily, Christmas Cards.

Designs are already started. There will be many styles, prices and series to choose from.

Additionally, there will be Village Churches and houses for that

Village under your Christmas tree.

Today there are some Graduation money enclosure cards for sale

OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL COOKBOOK

Recipes needed for our upcoming cookbook. Recipes in these categories are

needed by June 1, 2017:

Appetizers & Beverages, Soups & Salads, Vegetables & Side Dishes, Main

Dishes, Breads & Rolls, Desserts, Cookies & Candies and This & That.

There are two methods to submit your recipes. 1. You may enter your recipe or recipes on the RECIPE COLLECTION SHEETS

(you can find copies in each entrance to the church)

2. Online at www.typensave.com you will need to use the USER NAME: oslcook

and the PASSWORD: whisk198.

We are looking forward to receiving your recipes!

Contact: Judy 954-547-1007, Lerryn 954-882-6370 or

Karen 954-856-4854 with any questions.

A few pictures from the 5th Annual Fashion Show “Color Me Pretty” which was

held on May 6th. This Women’s Group fundraiser raised over $1,000.

Fashions by J.C. Penny

The beautiful models are members, school moms, students, alumni and

friends.

Our creative Women’s Group

“Fashion Show Committee”

May 14, 2017 Prayer Letter Prayers may be emailed to jwithers@oursaviorplantation.org

(All anonymous prayers are given to the Pastor)

WE GIVE THANKS AND PRAISE TO GOD FOR HIS BLESSINGS “Praise the Lord for the glory of his name; worship the Lord because He is holy.” Psalm 29:2

“Glorify the Lord with me; let us exalt His name together.” Psalm 34

Roberta Little offers thanksgiving that God’s mercies are new every day. We, God’s people,

are so incredibly blessed. Julio & Andrea Orta pray, “Thank you God for all of your blessings and guidance. Thank you God for always being with us.” OSLC member expresses thanks to “My home, Our Savior Lutheran church. Thank you for making me feel part of our Lord’s church.”

WE PRAY FOR GOD’S HEALING TOUCH Jeff & Ashley Doeringer ask for prayer the Benzaquen family to easily gain visas. Also prayer for Rebecca Sheller to know Christ & find peace and happiness. Ed Marshburn requests prayer for relief for those suffering from the fires in our state and especially for our neighbors in Collier County. Kathy Mehaffey seeks prayer for Brian and Radley. Cynthia Seusarran seeks prayer for the entire world to come to peace. Bob & Sandi Rogger know our Father knows their needs and they pray to be able to be in agreement. Roberta Little prays successful treatment for Bev Kovach’s recently diagnosed breast

cancer, for baby Elijah, and for full recovery for Joey Broome. Sarah Cochran requests prayer for her grandson, Michael Moeller, US Navy stationed in Jordan. Dolores Camillio asks for prayer for her sister, Eunice, who has cancer. Christine Khan seeks prayer for God’s blessing and guidance for Jared. Norma Miller asks for prayer for Bobby Black for a diagnosis; also for Joyce having a

difficult time with the loss of her sister. Prayer needed for Tessie, Gloria and Dolores for healing. Happy Mother’s Day to all our mothers---God Bless. Susan George-Kenyon requests prayer for her sister, Marilyn Cox, who is in the final stage of colon cancer with hospice. Carol Tucek seeks prayer for continued improvement and less pain for Rene. Altagracia Perdomo seeks prayer for her sister, Cstelu, who has cancer. Karen Walbridge requests prayers for return to health of Philip Neils and Allan and Janis

Mink. Ann Papp prays “God, please wrap Your arms around Pat Mislow as she fights cancer. Also, thank you for the strength you have given Beth & family.” Beverly Embrack prays, “Thank you Mrs. Judy Detwiler. She prays for healing for Bridget Archer, Ann Marie Thompson, Gail, Cummings, Sherry DeHaan, and Roger D. Thanks in the name of Jesus Christ Our Lord.”

John and Glenda Strang request prayer for Glenda’s brother, Charles who has cancer, Jesse Slankas who has cancer. Gloria Volz, Nancy Volz, Roger and Judy Detwiler, Marilyn Gruenbaum, Pastor Ed Nicklas and family, our sister-in-law Brenda Salter having liver issues, Pastor Medley, Amy Mathis, grandson Luke, our church and our military. Judy Detwiler prays for healing for Esther Maszrucco, Ken O’Brien, Gloria Volz, Dolores Bethmann, Peter Geisler, Amy Mathis, Jim Kreissler, Philip Neils, Mary Hackney, for Phyllis Trafzer-Hill, who suffered a stroke and is in hospice, Lee Brinson, Julie Mellott, Aunt Joan, Betty Hea, Kathleen Mathis, Louise Acton, Pastor Rader, Luke Strang, Dawn Schaffner, Marie Shanahan, Al King, Tyler DrePaul, Richie & Marilyn Cannezzaro, Nancy Volz, Ruth McVey, Amy Bontrager, Lillian Velez, Sheila Dix, Marie DrePaul, Arlene Kleimeier, June Portner, Shirley and Ted Ray, Dorothy Hanser, Edna Wesley, Marianne, Dave & Michael DeMinck, Larry & Kristen McVey, Ellie & Amy Mathis, Glenda Strang, Sarah Tabor, Sue & Joe Franjione, Marie Wood, Lollie Sollanek, Harriette Leslie, Janet Endsley,and Jane Sird. Less pain for Roger Detwiler. Mary Ginchereau requests continued prayer for Quilindar, Sylvie Monot, and Guy Saint Bennet. WE PRAY FOR GOD’S COMFORT, GUIDANCE, AND BLESSINGS

“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Isaiah 40:29 The Family of OSLC pray for the lost to return to the Lord, for continued prayers for the Nicklas family, for OSLC/S as we remain open for all the Lord has for us to do, for guidance as we seek a new pastor and healing for our nation. Roberta Little prays that the Holy Spirit will set our hearts ablaze! And prays for the pastor God is preparing for us. Debra Beck asks for prayers for OSLS and its staff. Gerry Gruenbaum requests continued prayer for “Hope Women’s Center and their work to save the lives of unborn babies from the holocaust of abortion, the leading cause of death in America & the care for the mothers of these children.” Al & Val Perry ask for continued prayers for their granddaughter, Courtney, and her two precious little girls, Laila and Ariana, to have the God of hope in their lives. Our prayers are bearing fruit and for that we are thankful! Marie DrePaul writes, “Please keep Tyler and Marie in prayer. “ Rhoda Monaco writes, “Pray continually for all the sheep that have gone astray that they will respond to God’s call to bring them home. Karen Walbridge prays for the safety of all law enforcement officers, firefighters and for our military that the Lord will wrap his loving arms around them and keep them safe from harm.

Contact Us at:

Our Savior Lutheran Church 8001 Northwest 5th Street Plantation, Florida 33324

Office - 954.473.6888 Fax.– Temporary 954-440-2904

e-mail: church@oursaviorplantation.org

Web site: www.oslplantation.church

Jeffery Moore, Interim Pastor revjcmoore@gmail.com

Jan Withers, Admin. Assist.

jwithers@oursaviorplantation.org

DO YOU NEED HELP AT HOME? All Projects: Ivan Swartsfigure 954-865-2206

Windows and Screens:

Todd Zenchak 954.801.4226

Swim Lessons: Jeff Watson 954.704.9565

Cheryl Moore – 954.562.1695

Hurricane Shutters, Impact Windows &

Fencing: Craig Cala 954.548.6807

Real Estate Agents: Jennifer Cislo

Keller Williams Properties 954-560-2141.

Christine Rodriguez United Realty Group

954.495.0665

Mortgages and Consumer Loans

Brian Warfel 954-538-6210

Mary Kay Consultant: Desiree´ Gaffley

954.614.5683 email: dgaffley@marykay.com

Caregivers- Lisa Ali, certified caregiver.

954-328-7574. Fincetta Levy 954-864-5338.

Caregiver/Companion – Anne Millman, RN

954-778-0164

Plumber: Nolan Plumbing 954-661-7013

Insurance (Auto, home etc): Tania Mcgann

954-424-4140 x2224 AAA Insurance Agent

House Cleaning, Transportation Ivone

954-263-3042. References upon request.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE at www.oslplantation.church Watch Sermons, Events Calendar, Weekly Newsletter, a Link to our Facebook Page. You can even make your donations through the website.

SUMMER CAMP OPTIONS

Littlest Saints Campers

June 5 through August 4

18 month-olds by Sept. 1 2016 through 2-

year old by Dec. 31, 2016

Little Saints Fun Camp

June 5 through August 4

3-years-old by Jan. 1, 2017 through

5-years-old by Sept. 1, 2017

Elementary Fun Camp

9 weeks during the summer

Summer Sports Camp

4 weeks during the summer

Information available in the front

entrance or Call 954-370-2161