Newsletter
March 2026 – Our Saviour Family Update
As we journey through Lent together, we remember Abram’s call to go where God leads — even when the details are unclear. We continue this season walking together in faith, hope, and trust in the promises of God.
Pastor’s Message
On the Second Sunday of Lent, we hear about God telling Abram and Sarai to go on a journey. God is not very specific about details. “Go to the land I will show you.” And then God adds some powerful promises. Still, it’s sketchy information to go on. Yet, scripture tells us, “Abram went.”
So much of our lives can be understood as journeys. There is both uncertainty and excitement about them. As the people of Our Saviour, we are together on several journeys — through Lent toward Easter, toward calling our next pastor, and ultimately toward that final Easter. When the road feels uncertain, we remember we are not alone. We journey with God and with one another.
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Paul+
Interim Minister
Midweek Lent – SUMUD Series
Wednesdays in Lent
Noon – Soup & Bread
6:30 p.m. – Service Only
Reformation Chapel
This year’s Lenten series follows the ELCA’s SUMUD theme, lifting up the faith and resilience of Palestinian Christians.
Holy Week Schedule
Palm Sunday – 10:00 a.m.
(Brunch follows in Augsburg Room)
Maundy Thursday – Dinner 6:00 p.m. | Service 7:00 p.m.
Good Friday – 6:30 a.m.
Easter Sunrise – 7:30 a.m.
Westside Memorial Gardens
Festival Easter Service – 10:00 a.m.
Church
Mission of the Month – Coldwater House
(Open Door Mission)
Coldwater House is Open Door Mission’s transitional housing program for women and their children. Families receive case management, life skills training, and spiritual care as they rebuild stable lives.
Gifts may be mailed to the church marked:
“Mission of the Month – Coldwater House.”
Upcoming Events
Healing Service
Thursday, March 5 – 1:00 p.m.
Led by Pastor Paul.
Alpha video and discussion will follow in the Narthex. Dessert and beverages will be served.
PB&J Sandwich Ministry
Thursday, March 12 – 9:30 a.m.
All are welcome to serve.
St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
Tuesday, March 17
Gather at 11:30 a.m. | Lunch at 12:00 p.m.
McGinny’s on the River
2246 East River Road
Holy Week Preparation
Sanctuary Cleaning – March 16 at 9:30 a.m.
Palm Folding – March 28 at 9:30 a.m.
January Financial Update
January Giving: $23,135.65
January Expenses: $21,019.93
Net Income: +$2,115.93
Thank you for your continued generosity.
ELCA Advocacy – Second Chance Act (H.R. 3552)
Our national church encourages members to support the bipartisan Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 3552), strengthening reentry programs for individuals returning from incarceration.
Reentry is a matter of public safety, economic stability, and human dignity.
(You can hyperlink your action link here in WordPress.)
Easter Flower Memorial
Order forms are available for Easter flowers.
Deadline: Friday, March 20.
If you are unable to participate in person, you remain part of this family. Your prayers sustain our ministries and our shared life in Christ.