What's Happening @ORLC
October 15th - 22nd
Contact Information
Office Admin: Ericka Stoltenberg
Vacancy Pastor: Craig Schultz
Director of Children and Youth Ministry: Lauren Johnston
Faith Community Nurse: Sally Coburn
Servants and Missionaries: ORLC Members
Email: office@orlc-ak.org
Website: www.orlc-ak.org
Location: 18444 Old Glenn Highway, Chugiak, AK, USA
Phone: 907-688-2157
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ORLCAK/
Bible Study: Judas/Jude (Thaddaeus)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Men's Night | Friday October 16th
Voters' Meeting | Sunday October 18th
Help Shape the Future of Accessibility at Our Redeemer
The Elevator/Lift Feasibility Study is complete, and we encourage everyone in the congregation to take a few minutes to review it.
You can access the study through the link below, or pick up a printed copy at the Connections Table.
Then, join us after worship on Sunday, October 4 for an informational meeting in the Sanctuary. The team who worked on the study will be available to explain the proposed project, answer your questions, hear your concerns, and receive your feedback. We will also walk through each location option.
This is an important opportunity to learn more before the congregation makes a decision.
At the October 18 Voters Meeting, voters will be asked to vote yes or no on whether to move forward with this accessibility improvement project.
Please read the study, bring your questions, and join the conversation on October 4. Your participation is important as we consider how best to make our church more accessible and welcoming for everyone.
Ladies Brunch | Sunday October 25th
Adult Fellowship & Potluck | Tuesday Nov. 3rd
Operation Christmas Child | Now through Nov. 15th
Operation Christmas Child Collection
We are collecting items for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes! Your donations will help fill shoeboxes with practical items, fun surprises, and reminders of God’s love for children around the world.
Click the link for a full list of suggested items, or pick up a printed copy from the Youth Connections Board at church.
Thank you for helping us fill these boxes with joy, hope, and love this Christmas season! ❤️
Beans Cafe Collection | Now through Nov. 15th
Share the Warmth This Winter
Bean’s Café is collecting winter clothing to help keep members of our community warm this season. We will be collecting donations now through November 15.
Items currently needed include new men’s underwear, winter coats, winter boots, sweatpants and sweatshirts, new socks, hats, and gloves.
Gently used winter clothing is welcome unless the item is specifically listed as new. Please consider adding an item or two to your shopping list or checking your closets for winter gear you’re ready to pass along.
Together, we can help share a little warmth with our neighbors this winter!
Thanksgiving Blessing | Oct. 18 through Nov. 18th
ORLC is collecting 200 individual boxes of stuffing for this year’s Thanksgiving Blessing, and we’d love your help reaching our goal!
When you’re shopping, please grab a box or two and bring them to church by
November 18.
Important little stuffing note: Please purchase individual boxes only, not the double-pack boxes. That helps us make sure each Thanksgiving Blessing receives the right amount.
Every box gets us one step closer to helping provide a warm Thanksgiving meal for families in our community. Let’s see if we can hit 200!
Fall Fest | Thursday Nov. 6th
Join us for an evening of good food, great company, and fall fun at our Fall Fest! Bring a dish to share and come ready to enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly gathering with our church family.
- Brats, sauerkraut, and drinks provided!
- Mark Coburn is brewing a special batch of beer just for the occasion!
- Root beer will also be available for our younger guests.
- Enjoy festive music, good conversation, and time to connect with friends.
- Kid-friendly activities will add to the fun for the whole family!
Whether you come for the food, the fellowship, or the festive brews, we’d love to see you there!
Bring a dish to share, invite a friend, and come celebrate fall with us!
We’re looking forward to another wonderful morning at Memory Café!
Linda Shepherd will be sharing her musical talents with us, singing and playing the guitar!
Music has a special way of bringing back memories, lifting our spirits, and bringing people together. Come relax, and enjoy an morning of music, conversation, and friendship.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Thursday, October 15
- 8:30 am Chayon Ryu Martial Arts Class
- 10:00 am Elder Momentum Martial Arts Class
Friday, October 16
- 9:30 am Moms Group
- 7:00 pm Men's Night
Saturday, October 17
Sunday, October 18
- 9:00 am Bible Hour | Sunday School
- 10:00 am Worship Service
- 11:00 am Annual Voters Meeting
- 4:00 pm Deeply Rooted Small Group
Monday, October 19
- 6:30 pm Seek and Find Small Group
Tuesday, October 20
- 8:30 am Chayon Ryu Martial Arts Class
- 10:00 am Elder Momentum Martial Arts Class
Wednesday, October 21
Thursday, October 22
- 8:30 am Chayon Ryu Martial Arts Class
- 10:00 am Elder Momentum Martial Arts Class
CHURCH NEWS
Help Pastor Choose Singable Hymns
Click the button below to fill out the online form. You can also pick up a paper form at the connections table.
Hymns Our Redeemer sings really well:
Some of my favorite hymns in LSB:
Some of my favorite hymns NOT in LSB:
You can also find the form on Church Center via the App or Desktop at
YOUTH & FAMILY LIFE
ONGOING
Martial Arts | 10:00am Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Fellowship Hall
Do you have a prayer request? Share it with the ORLC Prayer Chain, and we will lift your needs in prayer. Submit online by clicking the button below or via the Church Center app.
Do you just want to join the Prayer Chain ministry? Just send us a request and we'll add your email to the list.
Stay in the Loop with Church Center!
Hey church family! If you haven’t checked it out yet, Church Center is the easiest way to stay connected with everything happening here.
It's available as an app or on the desktop https://orlc-ak.churchcenter.com
Via Church Center you can:
- View upcoming events
Give securely—one-time or recurring
One-click access to newsletters, sermons, and our prayer page.
Access our secure church directory and connect with others who have opted in
Receive important updates right on your device
Let’s stay connected and grow together!
SERVING AT OUR REDEEMER
Sunday, October 18th
Accompanist: Carol S.
Altar Guild: Ingrid R. & Marianne D.
Coffee Crew: Kathy S.
Greeters: Youth
Lector: Martha W.
Acolyte: Ember L.
Ushers: Gaye S. & Martha W.
Sunday School
Elementary School: Leah R. & Venita M.
High/Middle School: Lauren J. & Jason J.
**Names in bold are unconfirmed volunteers**
🍰 CELEBRATIONS AND MILESTONES 🍰
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Fred Meyer Community Rewards
Are you a Fred Meyer Customer?
You are now able to link your Rewards Card to your favorite nonprofit by following the link below. Whenever you use your Rewards Card when shopping at Freddy’s, you will be helping that organization earn a donation from Fred Meyer. If you do not have a Rewards Card, you can sign up for one at the Customer Service Desk of any Fred Meyer store.