• CYFM Mission Sunday and Back to School Blessing: Sunday, August 23, at all worship services! We'll celebrate what God has been doing through our Children, Youth, and Family Ministries with stories from youth who served on mission trips this summer, a Back-to-School Blessing for all ages, and a look ahead at the exciting year of ministry to come.
• Doug Fulner Solo: 11 am Service

This Fall at Our Saviour’s, we'll spend six weeks exploring the Gospel of Matthew through assigned lectionary texts and discovering how God works through the Word in small group conversation, relationship, and study. 

Small groups range from our confirmation youth to older adults, and every season of life in between. 

Could God be calling you to help create a space of welcome and faith formation? 

You don't need to be a Bible expert, just have a welcoming heart and a willingness to grow in faith together.

We'll provide the training, discussion guides, and support. You bring you!

Small groups have the potential to become places where strangers become friends, faith grows through honest conversation, and God's presence is experienced in community. Interested? Reach out to Pastor Elisabeth to learn more!

Save the Date: Small Group Leader Training, Sunday, September 13, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm.

If leading a group isn’t for you, joining one sure is! Stay tuned for ways to connect into a small group beginning the week of September 13! 

• Pre-K-5th Grade Sunday School (now called “Daily Bread”) Preview Day: August 30, during 9:00 am and 10:00 a.m. services; children will start and end in worship. No Daily Bread on Sept. 6 (Labor Day) Regular schedule begins Sept. 13.
• Midweek Meetup: Begins Wednesday, September 9, 6 pm to between 8 pm and 8:30 pm
• Midweek Meal is from 6-6:30 pm. Enjoy dinner and conversation together before heading to your chosen ministry, small group, or rehearsal.
• SALT (Serving And Loving Together):  Monthly ministry for 4th & 5th graders (meeting one to two Wednesday evenings each month)
• Ignition & Surge: meet from 6:30 pm -8 pm
• Children's Choir: meet from 6:30 pm -7:30 pm in the Epiphany Room.
• Sanctuary Choir: meet from 6:45 pm -8:15 pm in the Bach Room.
• The Well for the Female Spirit: meet from 6:45 pm -7:45 pm in the new "Gathering Room". 
• The Well for the Male Spirit: meet from 6:45-7:45 pm in the CYFM Lounge.
• Wednesday LIFT Group: meet from 7-8:30 pm in the Bonhoeffer Conference Room. LIFT is a welcoming group for adult women seeking friendship and fellowship rooted in faith, prayer, and sharing. Each week, we study the previous Sunday’s Gospel using an ELCA-based curriculum, followed by time for prayer and conversation. Drop-ins are welcome.

Other Music Ministries: 

• Women's Chorale: Begins Thursday, Sept 3, from 7 pm-8 pm in the Bach Room.

• Bach Ringers: Begins Tuesday, September 8, 7 pm - 8 pm in the Sanctuary.

• 11 am Ensemble: Rehearses every Sunday at 10:20 am in the Sanctuary.

Other Ministries (Faith & Fellowship):

• Active Adults: Friendship, fun, and new experiences are at the heart of this active community of older adults. Together we enjoy outings, shared meals, meaningful conversations, and the joy of doing life together. (No start-up date announced, TBD) Contact Lu Koerper at  l.koerper@yahoo.com with any questions.
• Banned Book Club: A space to explore thought-provoking books, engage in meaningful conversation, and hear a variety of perspectives in a spirit of curiosity and respect. Whether you've finished the book or simply enjoy thoughtful discussion, all are welcome. Next meeting is on Monday, September 3. (Meets quarterly on the first Monday of the month, 7 pm - 8 pm in the Bonhoeffer Conference Room at the Our Saviour's Campus.)  Contact Kelly Holden at kholden614@yahoo.com with any questions.
• Bible Journaling: Experience Scripture in a new way through Bible Journaling. Whether you're an experienced artist or picking up colored pencils for the first time, you'll find a welcoming space to reflect, create, and grow in faith. (Bible Journaling begins on Monday, September 20 at 2:30 pm. Repeats the 3rd Monday of each month, meets in the Bonhoeffer Conference Room.) Contact Jean Jepson at jeanjepson@oursaviours.com with any questions.
• Bible Study: Together we'll learn, ask questions, and discover how Scripture speaks to our lives today. (Starts on Wednesday, September 16, from 9:30 am - 11:30 am. ) We will be reading Ten Men of the Bible: How God Used Imperfect People to Change the World.  Contact Linda Sosnowski at lindabeeste@gmail.com with any questions.
• CARE Parents: Beyond the Nest. As our church and ministry have grown, we've recognized an opportunity to better reflect the families we serve. We're excited to announce that CARE Moms is now CARE Parents: Beyond the Nest. We are a welcoming community for parents and caregivers of young adults beyond high school, offering encouragement, prayer, and connection as you navigate this season together. (Meets first Tuesday of each month from September through April (excluding January), from 7 - 8:30 pm, in the Celebration Campus Conference Room.) Register today to receive meeting details and ministry updates. Contact CARE Parents at caremoms.oslc@gmail.com with any questions.
• Caregiver's Journey: Offers encouragement, understanding, and connection for those caring for a loved one. Join us to share experiences, find support, and be reminded that you don't have to navigate the caregiving journey alone. (Meets on the last Friday of each month at 9:00 am, in the Bonhoeffer Conference room at the Our Saviour's Campus.) Contact Lin Schollmeyer at lschollm@att.net with any questions.
• Caring for Creation invites people of all ages to care for God's creation through learning, advocacy, hands-on projects, and everyday stewardship. Together, we seek practical ways to love our neighbors by caring for the world we share. Explore Caring for Creation, upcoming projects, and ways to get involved. (Meetings take place on the second Tuesday of each month at the OSLC campus, from 7 pm - 8:30 pm.) 
• Moms in Faith: A welcoming space for moms to pause, connect, and grow together through prayer, devotional discussion, and authentic conversation. Join us as we encourage one another in the journey of motherhood. (Meets Thursdays from 9–11 a.m. at Our Saviour's Campus, start-up date Sept. 8.) Contact Kelly Volin at kelly.volin@gmail.com or Michelle Larson at michele.ramirez11@gmail.com with any questions.
• Prayer Shawl Ministry: Shawls are knit and crocheted with love and prayer by Our Saviour’s crafters for anyone in need of a physical reminder of being wrapped in the prayers of this community and of God’s unfailing love. (Meets 3rd Thursday of the month from 10 am- 11 am in the Celebration Campus Conference Room.)  Contact the church office at 630-355-2522 or info@oursaviours.com.
• Room4Both: This small group brings together adults in the LGBTQIA+ community from across DuPage and Will counties who are exploring how faith and spirituality shape our lives, identities, and experiences, including our experiences of queerness. We come from different faith traditions and places along the spiritual spectrum, creating space to share, question, listen, and grow together. (Meets from 7 pm - 8:30 pm, 2nd Monday of each month. Location varies.) Contact Tracy Jackway at tracyjackway@oursaviours.com for details. 
• Senior Lunch: A wonderful opportunity to enjoy good food, meaningful conversation, and fellowship with friends each month. Join us September through June for themed lunches that celebrate community and connection. (Start-up date: Monday, September 14. Meets from 12 pm-1:30 pm on the 1st Monday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Our Saviour's Campus. Subject to change based on holidays.) Contact Debbie Montrose at debbiemontrose@oursaviours.com with any questions.

Wellness & Recreation

• Wellness: Rooted in faith and shaped by compassion, the Wellness Ministry brings our OSLC Welcome Statement to life through care, education, and advocacy. We honor the whole person and support individuals, families, and communities across all 8 dimensions of wellness- fostering resilience, belonging, and hope. Visit our page.

• Faith & Yoga: incorporates movement, prayer, and meditation. All levels are welcome at our weekly yoga sessions, which take place on the lower level of the Our Saviour's Campus. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Begins on September 16. (Meets every Wednesday from 9 am - 10:15 am in the lower level at the Our Saviour's Campus.) Contact the church office at 630-355-2522 or info@oursaviours.com.
• Games Group: Bring a favorite card game or board game, or just show up for games, fellowship, and fun! (Meets Tuesdays from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall on the Our Saviour's Campus.) For more information, contact the church office at 630-355-2522 or info@oursaviours.com.
• Thrive: Adults of all abilities are invited to enjoy gentle stretching, a short devotional, mindfulness, and fellowship. (Begins on September 21. Meets from 10 am -11 am, in Fellowship Hall at the Our Saviour's Campus, last 3 Mondays of each month.) For more information, please contact Congregational Wellness Manager alexandracolaianni@oursaviours.com or Cindy Hildner. cindy.hildner@gmail.com. 
• Wonderfully Wired Families: Are you raising a neurodivergent child with ADHD, autism, sensory differences, anxiety, or related needs? This new faith-rooted peer support community offers encouragement and connection for the whole family. If your family is interested in participating, please contact Alexandra at alexandracolaianni@oursaviours.com. (Monthly gatherings begin Sunday, September 13, at 4:30 pm. Further gatherings: October 4, November 1, Sensory Friendly Christmas Party: Saturday, December 12 from 3:30-5:30 pm). 
• Cycling and Movement Connections is a women’s group that fosters community, belonging, the attainment of personal health goals, and mutual support as we navigate life. (Meets on Saturday mornings at different locations.) For more information, contact Katie Doyle (312-282-3385) or Laura Adeli (630-740-8213). 
• Running Club: This welcoming, informal group heads out from the Our Saviour's Campus on Saturday mornings. Contact Mark Witt at wittrun1@gmail.com for meetup information.
• Pickleball: Ready to try your hand at one of the most popular sports for all ages in decades? Join one of Our Saviour's pickleball groups! Contact leaders listed below for more information.