MINISTRIES AT OSLC


"Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men..."
     Ephesians 6:7


ADULT MISSION TRIPS
There are various Mission trips that will be publicized in the Sounds of Our Savior  For pictures from past mission trips.
Commitment: Varies
Contact: Pastor Peter


BINGO

On the third Saturday of each month some members of Our Savior go to the Greater Laurel Health & Rehabilitation Center, Van Dusen Rd., Laurel (across from the hospital) to assist the residents who want to play BINGO.   For more information.
Commitment: 1 hour, monthly
Contact: Ellie Ramsay (Doris Reynold)


H.O.M.E. BIBLE STUDY GROUPS

HOME BIBLE STUDY GROUPS (Homes Open For Ministry And Encouragement) HOME Small Group Bible studies provide people with a unique opportunity to study the Bible and God's word outside of church plus to have fellowship and develop friendships with other Our Savior members. Each group gladly welcomes new members, just contact the group leader or talk to some of the group members. To locate a H.O.M.E. Bible Study Group.
Commitment: Varies, usually once or twice a month.
Contact: Pastor Peter


KITCHEN MINISTRY

The Kitchen Ministry is capably headed by Trevor Mullings, Dan Bresson. These gentleman are responsible for the wonderful meals we have all come to enjoy on Wednesday Evenings. There are many opportunity for volunteering to work in this ministry.  To see pictures of our kitchen.
Commitment: 
Varies, according to how much you wish to serve.
Contact: Donna Dark


MUSIC MINISTRY

Nothing seems so adequate as music for praising God in all His glory. Countless references in Scripture attest to the power of music in our praise. Martin Luther wrote that "next to the Word of God, music deserves the highest praise."  For further information about our Music Ministries.
Commitment: Varies.

Contact: 
Marilyn Murchison


STEPHEN MINISTRY

Caring laypersons trained to assist you in times of need. When was the last time you heard someone say, "That's the pastor's job," when referring to some aspect of ministry? Well, ministry is not just for clergy. The opportunity and responsibility for doing ministry has been given to all Christians.  For further information about Stephen Ministry.
Commitment: Varies.
Contact: Karen Soeken, Don Soeken or Pastor Michael.


NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH (AFRICAN IMMIGRANT MINISTRY)

    The mission of New Hope Lutheran Church is to:
  • Promote wholistic evangelism "reaching both body and soul" among the African immigrants of Laurel and beyond, aimed at bringing them to faith in Christ Jesus.
  • Provide a caring, spirit-filled worshipping community that is spiritually sound and culturally relevant to African nationals.
  • Prepare and equip each one in Christ through a biblical education and training so that they are passionate to serve the Church, community and the wider world.

For further information.

Commitment: NA.

Contact: 
Pastor Flahn.


HOSPITALITY MINISTRY

The Hospitality Ministry chair is responsible for coordinating the volunteers of serving food for church-wide events and coordinating Parish Fellowship-wide events. The church's Hospitality ministry is actually more than just serving food.  For further information.
Commitment:Varies, according to how much you wish to serve.
Contact: Donna Dark


MINISTRY OF CARING & ACTION

Jesus said to his disciples, "feed my sheep." When we hear God’s call to feed his sheep and we respond to people's physical needs, we are demonstrating God’s love for his sheep. In this section, you can find details about the local programs in which members of Our Savior actively participate.  For further information.
Commitment: Varies, according to the needs of the ministry in which you wish to serve.
Contact: Ellie Ramsay


YOUTH MINISTRY

Youth are serving all around the church if you look! There are youth ushers, acolytes, a Sounds contributor, skit performers, Wee worship assistants, and many more! Confirmed youth can serve anywhere in the church that an adult can, and even youth who are in confirmation have many opportunities to serve.  For further information.
Commitment: Varies, according to the needs of the ministry in which you wish to serve.
Contact: Natasha Bowlds


CHILDREN’S SUNDAY PROGRAMS - KINGDOM QUEST

meet at 9:30 a.m. in the Open Arms Center at the north end of the building. To find out more about Children’s Sunday Programs - Kingdom Quest. Commitment: Classes meet weekly, regular attendance is encouraged. Contact: Jeannine L'Heureux


Our Savior Lutheran Church
13611 Laurel-Bowie Rd.
Laurel, MD 20708
301-776-7670, FAX: 301-776-2872
Traditional: at 8:15 & 11 a.m.
Contemporary: at 9:30 a.m.
LCMS Affiliation
© Our Savior Lutheran Church 2011


Edited...2011