As members of the body of Christ in this place and time, we are a welcoming congregation of people who gather to be shaped by God’s Word and Sacrament, with the purpose of living out God’s love in our community and world. We hope you will join us!
10:00 am Worship
We welcome you to worship this Sunday, either in-person at Our Savior Lutheran Church (745 Front St. S in Issaquah), or on YouTube.
On Sunday, October 11, Pr. Olaf is the presider and preacher.
Here is the Sermon News:
October 11, 2026
What do a wedding banquet, a pastor’s job description, and an egg-laying wool-milk pig have in common? They raise some surprising questions about what it means to be the church.
In Matthew 22, Jesus tells a story of invitation and expectation that challenges us to ask: After we’ve been spiritually fed, what comes next—and how do we discover God’s call together?
– Pr. Olaf
Click the “Worship With Us Live” logo above to worship online with us, and click the buttons below to view the bulletin and the hymns and follow along.
Worshipping online? Let us know!
If you regularly worship with us here on YouTube on Sundays, please let Cynthia know at office@oslcissaquah.org.
Schedule Updates
Pr. Kristin-Luana will be back in the office on Monday, October 12.
Pr. Olaf will take time off Monday, October 12-Monday, October 26.
Cynthia, our Parish Administrator, will take off Monday, October 12.
Tending the Wild Garden Book Study Schedule
Book study classes resume on Thursday, October 15 at 12:15 p.m. and Sunday, October 18 at 8:30 a.m.
Here’s the remaining schedule of classes:
The main book study is held on Thursdays from 12:15 pm to 1:45 pm through December 10.
The repeat book study is held on Sundays from 8:30 am to 9:30 am through December 13.
Choir Practice Schedule
Choir has started up again and you are invited to join in and sing! Here’s what the Sunday choir practice schedule looks like for the next month or so:
- October 18–11:10 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
- October 25–9:10-9:45 a.m.
- November 1–9:10-9:45 a.m. and sing during church
Please talk to Nora T. if you have any questions.
Curiosity Corner
“When has learning about another person changed something you thought you already understood?”—submitted by the Reconciling in Christ Team
Next Men’s Group Meeting on Wednesday, October 14
The next Men’s Group meeting is on Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 p.m. Men’s Group will now meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Anderson Hall.
Fall Grounds Work Parties at OSLC
These are our 2nd and final work parties of the year:
- Thursday, October 15, 9:00 a.m.-noon
- Saturday, October 17, 9:00 a.m.-noon
We will be trimming, cleaning out beds, and preparing for winter. All age levels and abilities are welcome!
Vine Maple Place Donation Drive on Sunday, October 18
OSLC members, it is once again time to support Vine Maple Place (VMP) clients with donations of personal care products. VMP’s Care Closet Essential Hygiene Item List is inserted into the bulletin (the list is also available via the button below).
On October 12, a table will be set up in the narthex for your donations. The main donation drive will be on Sunday, October 18. When you go grocery shopping, or to Costco, Target, or the Dollar Store, please pick up a few items to share.
We strive to help those in need, and VMP is a Christian organization since 2000! They have no government grants and depend on donations to operate. VMP is a safe place for mothers (now some fathers too!) and their children to escape from homelessness or abuse. They can stay for two years while getting counseling for budgeting, parenting, school, internships, or jobs while training for advancement.
We are blessed to be a blessing and give thanks for all and everything God has provided in life. We are our brothers’ keepers.—Submitted by Dianne T.
Helping Hands Presentation at Coffee Fellowship on Sunday, October 18
OSLC has members who possess a variety of skills or resources that may benefit other members: handyman and home maintenance skills and tools; expertise with phones, computers, or other technology; auto maintenance; trucks to help move items; or other expertise that may be shared to benefit others. Our Helping Hands program intends to match those willing to offer assistance with those needing such help. We are not seeking to replace professional services, but rather to help out with things like changing light bulbs or wall hangings or showing how to watch OSLC’s services online.
After worship next Sunday, October 18, we will host a Coffee Fellowship presentation about the new Helping Hands program. We ask that you consider what abilities you may have that you would be willing to offer to others as part of this program and/or what assistance you may need as we launch this effort. Together, Helping Hands can build connections while providing helpful support.–Submitted by Ken K.
Blessing of the Quilts on Sunday, October 25
During worship on Sunday, October 25, the beautifully crafted quilts made by Mission Quilters during this last year will be blessed. We hope you can make it to sit among and celebrate the quilts before they’re boxed and mailed to Lutheran World Relief to be given to people in need. Thank you, quilters!
Rite of Confirmation on Sunday, October 25 at St. Andrew’s
For all ELCC students being confirmed in 2026; 2027 students will attend and help. Meet and Greet at 3:30-4:00 p.m. Service at 4:00 p.m.
Women’s Retreat
Mark your calendars for the 2027 Women’s Retreat: March 5-7, 2027!
Our Eastside Lutheran Church Community (ELCC) has a webpage – you can find it via the button below. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and sign up for their newsletter! There are many interesting events there. Have a look!
Sunday, October 11
10:00 a.m. Worship
11:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship Hour (and Oktoberfest) and Pictorial Directory photography
Monday, October 12
3:00 p.m. Companions Bible Study (Online)
Monday, October 13
1:00 p.m. Community Meal Prep (Kitchen)
Wednesday, October 14
7:00 p.m. Men’s Group (Anderson Hall)
Thursday, October 15
9:30 a.m. Mission Quilters (Anderson Hall)
12:15 p.m. Tending the Wild Garden Book Study (Anderson Hall)
1:00 p.m. Community Meal Prep (Kitchen)
7:00 p.m. Finance Committee (Online)
Sunday, October 18 – Vine Maple Place Donation Drive
10:00 a.m. Worship
11:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship Hour with Helping Hands Presentation
Emergency Pastoral Care
For emergency pastoral care, please contact Pr. Olaf Baumann at 360-912-1830 or Pr.O@oslcissaquah.org, or Pr. Kristin-Luana Baumann at 360-912-1245 or Pr.KL@oslcissaquah.org.