Main photo: “Just what the Doctor Ordered” by Wintertwined
Cork board background by Owen Mandy
image from reconcilingworks.com
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Embrace and practice God’s love and forgiveness.
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Be flexible and open to God’s call in a changing world.
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Break down the barriers that separate us from one another.
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Join us for a meal, a showing of the award winning documentary, “For the Bible Tells Me So”, and discussion. Be prepared for enlightenment and emotion…
June 23, 6:00 pm, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, South Hadley.
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Examine the perceived conflict between homosexuality and Christianity, and clarify your true values. Told through fascinating case studies of families, interviews with religious leaders, current research, and with a good measure of humor and human passion.
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Here is a link to further information about the documentary: For the Bible tells me So
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Smith College’s Annual Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention, Con-Bust, is now seeking volunteers to help out the convention staff for April 1st-April 3rd.
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Many of our generation’s most beloved stories draw inspiration from religious tales. C.S. Lewis’s Narnia books and his Space trilogy are basically retellings of stories from the Bible. J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-Earth books deal with the constant struggle between good and evil. It is no surprise that Tolkien and Lewis were in the same writers’ circle. Even the protagonist from Nintendo’s Legend of Zelda video game series was initially conceived with the Cross on his shield.
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This would be a good outreach opportunity to let Pioneer Valley science fiction lovers know we exist, as well as to talk about how the movies, T.V., and stories of today mirror the faith stories of old.
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It’s dangerous to go alone. Contact Pastor Anna!
Email (oslcpastor@comcast.net) or the office phone (413-533-1925).
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If there’s no answer, leave a voicemail.
Mid-Week Lenten Dinner Church: Wednesdays at 6:30
 Join us this Wednesday, March 16th , as we explore how we are transformed by the journey through Lent. We will use Holden Evening prayer, share Communion at the table, and enjoy soup and bread. |
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors
 We are collecting Instant Flavored Oatmeal. Next time you are out shopping, pick up a few items and we will deliver them to the South Hadley food pantry. |
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In Case of STORMY Weather
 Look on ABC Channel 40, WGGB-TV or WGGB.com. You will also find information on Facebook.Even more importantly, please use your own best judgment about venturing out in dangerous weather. |
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Want to contact Pastor Anna?
 Pastor Anna will be working in South Hadley:
Typically, she will be available to meet by appointment from Sunday – Thursday, including evenings, when needed. It would be most helpful for folks to call, text, or e-mail her to set up a time and place to meet. Feel free to contact her in any of the following ways: Church office: (413) 533-1925 |
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Wednesday Nights at 6:30
Photo Credit: Sarah Joy, tumblr.com
Want to experience group prayer? Feel free to drop in for even a small portion of our prayer time. Check with Sue Dion since winter weather is unpredictable.
You can also leave prayer requests in the little white box at the entrance to the worship space, and we’ll pray for those concerns during our meeting time.
Pastoral Care
Please leave a voicemail at 413.533.1925, or email us at elcos@comcast.net. Voice and email messages will be checked regularly.
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For emergencies, please contact Pastor Anna at oslcpastor@comcast.net
Our Savior's Lutheran Church 