announcements

O Holy Night….

The lovely da Vinci 17-piece Nativity set that graces our sanctuary this Christmas season is from the Mark Roberts Collection of Handcrafted artisans. The set pays homage to that Holy Night in the soft-hued beauty of a Renaissance sculpture. This reproduction has been donated to Our Saviour in memory of Rev. Samuel Sherouse by his wife, Celeste. This beautiful treasure will be one that our family at Our Saviour will value for years to come.

Semi-Annual Congregational Voters’ Meeting

The Congregational Voters’ meeting will be held on Sunday, December 14, immediately following the late service. Please plan to attend this very important meeting!

Lutheran Witness Subscription Renewal

The Lutheran Witness is the official periodical of The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod and is published 11 times a year. The subscription year is March 2026 through February 2027. The cost is $22.50. Orders are due in the office by Sunday, December 7. Please leave a check payable to OSLC with your name and address on Beth’s desk. Thank you.

Newsletter Editor

Sandy John is retiring from the newsletter editor role. Her last publication is the December newsletter. Thank you, Sandy, for your many years of dedicated service!

If you know someone, or you yourself are interested in being the newsletter editor, please contact the church office.

Advent Daily Devotions

This year our Daily Devotion for Advent "A Grand Miracle" is filled with inspiration from C.S. Lewis. Each day, Lewis’ words point to the saving, life-changing aspects of Christ’s birth, which he calls " a Grand Miracle." You will then be blessed with reflections by Lewis scholar Joel Heck on the concepts of the incarnation, Immanuel (God with Us), the Christ-figure of Narnia (from The Lion, Witch and the Wardrobe), and Jesus’ mission to make us His new creation. Please take a copy of the daily devotional booklet located on the table in the Narthex.

Sunday Morning Bible Study – Forgiveness

For our Sunday morning Bible Study, by request we will be breaking away from our study on Revelation to cover the topic of forgiveness. What is it? How does it connect to faith and life? What role does forgiveness play in my future and relationships? Join us in classroom 5 at 9:30 a.m. for open discussion and the study of God’s Word and truth.

The Fulfillment of Hope

Please consider joining us this next season for our Thursday morning Bible Study! Beginning in August, we will be covering the beloved books of Job through Isaiah, seeing how God’s redemption story is a story for all time. We will see how it breaks down all barriers, conquers all fears, and speaks specifically to challenges and viewpoints of living in the world today. And it’s all free, just like grace! Join us in Classroom 5, 10:30 a.m.

Soup/Supper and Advent Mid-Week Worship

Join us each Wednesday - December 3, 10, and 17 for a delicious meal and fellowship at 5:30 p.m. followed by a special time of worship at 7:00 p.m.

Note: Food sign-up sheets are posted on the bulletin board leading to the Nave.

(We plan on feeding 40-50 people each week.) Thank you for your support!

Christmas Worship Services

Wednesday, December 24

Candlelight Worship: 4:00 p.m.

Candlelight Worship: 10:00 p.m.

Thursday, December 25

Worship w/Holy Communion: 10:00 a.m.

Ugly "Christmas Sweater" Party

Please join us for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship on Friday, December 12, from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. There will be games and a prize for the ugliest sweater! Light hors d’oeuvres, snacks, and drinks will be available, but we need your help. If you have any questions or would be interesting in helping, please contact Jacii Sherouse at 586-651-4289.

Annual Cookie Walk

Calling all bakers to get out your favorite and best recipes to donate for our annual cookie walk! Everyone is welcome to pick up some scrumptious baked goods to share with holiday guests! Join us on Sunday, December 14 between services and after the last service.

You’re Invited!

The Ignite Homeschoolers have graciously invited us to join them on Thursday, December 18, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for their first annual Christmas program, Little Lights of Christmas: A Children’s Nativity, right here at Our Saviour in the Family Life Center! Please join us as there will be music, readings, fun, and a celebration of the birth of our Lord, Jesus. We are thankful that our Lord is continually strengthening our partnership and friendship within this building.

Samaritan House Angel Sharing Tree

Wrapped gifts, with the sharing tree tag attached to the top of the gift(s) are due back by Sunday, December 7. Please place your gifts on the table outside of the office. Thank you for your help and support in brightening Christmas for these families! -- Cheryl Mayer

Meijer Simply Give Program

Simply Give cards can be found near the checkouts at the Washington Twp store or there is a basket on the Samaritan House table outside of the office. If you are unable to make the trip to Washington Twp. you may leave a card with cash in an envelope on Beth’s desk. If you leave your name a receipt will be placed in your Narthex mailbox. DOUBLE BONUS DAY IS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13.

St. Louis Seminary Giving Tuesday, 12-2

You have a special opportunity to make twice the impact in preparing future pastors, deaconesses and missionaries who will share the Gospel around the world. Thanks to a generous matching challenge, every unrestricted dollar you give — up to the first $62,000 raised — will be matched dollar-for-dollar toward our overall goal of $124,000! Your gift will be used where needed most to support our students and the Seminary’s vital mission. Early giving is now open! Let’s make this #GivingTuesday count — for the church, for our mission and for those who are called to serve. If you feel lead to donate, you may do so using this link: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/ConcordiaSeminary/giving-tuesday-2025/

Lutheran Hour Ministries Giving Tuesday, 12-2

Many people don’t realize that Lutheran Hour Ministries brings the Gospel to more than 60 countries every week— through broadcasting, digital and print media, live events, and more—all tailored to each culture. With your support, they can reach more people with the hope of Jesus as your gift goes twice as far. If you feel lead to donate, you may do so using this link: www.lhm.org/givingtuesday

Lutheran Heritage Foundation

"Jesus Never Fails" booklets are available at no cost to those who need them. If you are able, donations of $1 per copy enable LHF to continue in their mission of translating and publishing good Lutheran books for people like Rev. Adago, Rev. Horpynchuk and Thomas. To order, send an email to LHFmissions.org with your shipping information or call LHF at (800) 554-0723. For more information on a double or triple match, please see the flier posted on the bulletin board outside of the office.

Lutheran Choralaires Christmas Concert

Join us for the Lutheran Choralaires' performance of "What Shall We Sing For The Child?" on Saturday, December 6 at 4 p.m. at St. John, Rochester and December 13, 4 p.m. at Historic Trinity, Detroit. Free will offering. For more information, see the flier on the bulletin board outside of the office.

Lutheran North Christmas Concert

The Symphonic Band and Concert Choir of Lutheran High North will be presenting their Christmas Concert at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Macomb on Sunday, December 7 at 2:00 p.m., under the direction of Mr. Todd Bethune (band) and Mr. Charles Russell (choir). Please come and join us in celebration of Christ, our Lord Immanuel who came to dwell with us, that we might live with Him forever!

Living Nativity – A Journey to Bethlehem

Immanuel Lutheran Church, Saginaw will host their Annual Living Nativity on Friday, December 5, 7:00 – 9:00 pm; Saturday, December 6, 6:00 -8:00 pm; and Sunday, December 7, 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Travel to the ancient town of Bethlehem to pay your taxes and be counted in the Roman census. Hear the shepherds talk about the angels’ proclamation. Listen to the prophet talk of signs and wonders. Enjoy the city alive with activity and experience having no room at the inn. Avoid the anger of the Roman soldiers and tax collectors. See the peaceful baby Jesus asleep in the manger. Experience all this and more on the 30-minute outdoor Christmas walk. After the walk-through, everyone is invited to enjoy light refreshments and good fellowship. For more information, please contact Immanuel Lutheran Church at (989) 754-0929 or by visiting their website at: www.frankentrost.org.

Live to Tell About It Summit Celebration – Save the Date!

All are invited to attend the Congregational Ministry Summit on Saturday, January 31, 2026. The Summit is being held at St. Lorenz Worship and Event Center, Frankenmuth, Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. with Keynote Speaker and Lutheran Hour Rally Preacher Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose from eight engaging breakout sessions in a variety of topics. All congregational members, including youth, and church workers are encouraged to attend. The Lutheran Hour Rally is on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 2 p.m. Spend the afternoon praising the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ in preparation to share the Good News to others. Brochures can be found on the bulletin boards and on the table in the Fellowship Hall.