Blessing of Backpacks/Bags on Aug. 28th

On Sunday, August 28th, we will celebrate a Blessing of the Backpacks/Bags during our 9:00am worship. This is a special day when we pray for our schools and lift up students, parents/guardians, teachers, administrators and all school staff in prayer.

Please plan on being with us! You are welcome to bring your backpacks, briefcases, laptops, diaper bags, or other work-related things with you to church. Teachers, don’t forget to bring your 2010-2011 school rosters.

OSLC Youth To Sponsor Festival Foods Brat Barn On Aug. 13th

Want to help our Youth in a fun and tangible way? The Family and Youth Ministry Team is staffing the Festival Foods Brat Barn at Crossing Meadows in Onalaska on Saturday, August 13th from 9:00am – 7:00pm. We need you to help make this fundraiser a success.

Questions? Please contact Jessica Zinniel to sign up for work times or to donate needed supplies. The proceeds support Family and Youth Ministry sponsored events and programming during the coming year.

Dont forget to stop by for a quick meal – another fun and easy way to support OSLC youth!

Vacation Bible School 2011: Baobab Blast

It’s off to the African Savannah!

Baobab Blast is an open invitation to be a part of God’s Great Get-Together. Set under the impressive Baobab tree, kids will have the opportunity to hear the Word of God, be amazed at God’s wildlife creations and be a part of a supportive and fun community right here at Our Savior’s. All children and adults are welcome! Children of all ages will participate in multi-sensory activities that allow them to learn, and experience the joy and adventure of being part of God’s community. Set in the wild of the Sahara desert, this VBS has something for everyone!

Our 2011 VBS program is scheduled from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm on Friday and Saturday, June 24th – June 25th, and 10:00 am-12:00 pm on Sunday, June 26th. The program cost is $10.00 per person ($20.00 max. per family) and includes dinner, snacks, crafts, music, bible study and other fun activities.

VBS Splash Party on June 26th

It’s that time of year again!

Come enjoy a break from the hot summer sun at our annual “Summer Fun” Splash Party on Sunday June 26th. Join us for slip n’ slide races, a water balloon toss, spray bottle battles or just sit in the sun and enjoy a cool glass of lemonade after worship. All are welcome!

Don’t forget your swimsuit and a dish to pass for the VBS potluck!

End of Year Party on May 15th

You are invited to help us celebrate our 7th year of Rotational Sunday School on Sunday May 15th after worship on the front church lawn. There will be games, prizes, a cakewalk, and lots and lots of fun! Don’t miss out on all the fun and bring a friend!

DONATIONS NEEDED

We are also in need of cakes, cookies and bars (split into individual servings so more people can play and win), plain white socks in all sizes, and items for the fundraising baskets to help make this year’s End of Year Party great. If you are able to help with this need please contact Jessica!

Youth Chicken-Q Fundraiser on May 21st

The Youth will be holding a Chicken-Q fundraiser on Saturday, May 21st in the church parking lot. Serving will be from 11:00 a.m.— 6:00 p.m. The meal will be $7.50 and include 1/2 chicken, baked beans, potato salad, and dinner roll. We’ll also deliver to your home, business or office with a 10 meal advance order.

Advance tickets can be purchased by calling 782-3468, stopping by the church office or e-mailing the Family and Youth Team. Walk-ins are also welcome! All proceeds will help fund the Youth Mission Trip to Daytona, Florida this summer and other youth programming for 2011.

Thank you for your support!

Youth Group Collecting Coke Points For Mission Trip

Any Coke drinkers in your family? If so, the Our Saviors youth who are heading on the mission trip this summer would love your extra My Coke Rewards points! My Coke Rewards points can be redeemed for many items that the kids could use on the trip, including gift cards for meals and possibly even theme park tickets. It could be a great way for the youth to save a little money. My Coke Rewards codes can be found on participating Coke products (under caps, inside 12-packs, and on multi-pack wraps), and can be dropped off in the marked box at the Welcome Center. Thank you!

Palm Sunday Breakfast is Sunday, April 17th

On Sunday, April 17th, the Our Savior’s Youth will be hosting their annual Palm Sunday Breakfast fundraiser from 8:00-9:00 a.m. and 10:00-11:00 a.m. This year we will be offering an egg bake casserole, sausages, fresh fruit, muffins, scones, juice, milk, and coffee. The cost will be a free will offering, and any funds collected will be used to support youth events throughout the year, including the summer mission trip. All are welcome!

Donations Needed for Annual Youth Palm Sunday Breakfast

Orange juice, sugar-free syrup, milk, chocolate milk, monetary donations for egg bake and sausages are just a few of the needed items for the Palm Sunday Breakfast on Sunday, April 17th. If you are able to help donate these needed items please stop by the sign-up sheets in the Welcome Center.

Please have all donations to the church by Saturday, April 16th, at 10:00 a.m. There will be a labeled “Youth Breakfast” box in the refrigerator and on the counter in the kitchen for donated supplies.

Contact Jessica Zinniel to volunteer to help, donate needed supplies or for more information. Thank you for supporting our youth, and please join us on April 17th!

OSLC Members: Go To Sugar Creek For Half The Price!

Summer Camp and Family Camp registration is now open at Sugar Creek Bible Camp! Brochures are available in the Welcome Center.

“Camperships” are available! Our Church Council has authorized up to1/2 the cost of a week at camp, around $160-170, to help you go to camp as an individual or as a family. Send your registration in to camp with your deposit, be clear that you are a member of Our Savior’s in La Crosse, and we will send our portion of your cost around Memorial Day. This is automatic – you don’t need to ask!

Contact Sugar Creek for a detailed flyer or to register for any event. Happy camping!

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