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!
On Sunday, July 12, Pr. Kristin-Luana is the presider, and Pr. Olaf is the preacher.
Here is the Sermon News:
Parable of the Sower
What if Jesus’ parable isn’t about whether you are good soil? What if it’s about a God who throws seeds of grace everywhere—onto rocky lives, thorny hearts, and even the places everyone else has written off?
This Sunday, discover why God’s love refuses to be efficient, why perfection isn’t the goal, and how one handful of grace can change a life. Join us on Sunday, 10 AM, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St. S in Issaquah, and on YouTube as we explore the Parable of the Sower.
– 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 or 425-392-4169.
Pastors’ Schedule
Pr. Olaf will take time off from Monday, July 13 to Monday, July 20. Pr. Kristin-Luana will be in the office and available if you need emergency pastoral care during the week.
Sunday Worship Greeter Needed
We are looking for a volunteer to fill out our monthly schedule of greeters. Would you like to be a part of this ministry of welcome, nurturing care, and belonging among all who attend worship? Contact Ann Thomas.
RIC Visioning Group Conversations: Sign up by Sunday, July 12
The RIC Visioning Group is working on determining whether or not this congregation is ready to publicly and intentionally welcome people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions, and incorporate a commitment to the work of racial equity.
The next step in the process is to have one-on-one conversations with members of the congregation. They want to get to know you, how you came to be part of this faith community, and learn about your values and experiences. Most importantly, they want to create and foster relationships within this congregation.
Each of the members of the RIC Visioning Group is offering to host a one-on-one conversation with about ten other congregational members. You will find signup sheets in the Fellowship Hall where you can add your name and contact info to sign up to have a conversation with either Chuck B., Barbara F-S., Joan F., John M., Stacy S., John S., Brenda W., Randy W., or Wendy W. Once you sign up, the RIC host will contact you and make arrangements to meet with you, hopefully between now and September.
Please sign up by next Sunday, July 12. Questions? Contact Chuck B. or Joan F. through the church office.—Submitted by Joan F.
Blood Drive at St. Andrew’s on Thursday, July 23
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue is hosting a Bloodworks Northwest blood drive on Thursday, July 23 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Sign up for your one-hour appt. via the button below.
Visioning Group Meetings
Life of Faith Visioning Group
Wednesday, July 15, 2:00 p.m. (Education Room)
RIC Visioning Group
Monday, July 20, 6:30 p.m. (Education Room)
Adult Woman Seeking Housing
Local 62-year-old woman on disability needs quiet housing with private entrance/quarters on ground floor. Person is ambulatory and independent but physically impaired. She is friendly, stable, reliable, and conscientious. She has a fixed amount available to pay rent and utilities, just below market rate. If you have a place to rent, contact Jon Smith, and he can provide more details.
Line Dancing Continues on Mondays in July
You’re invited to have fun and get moving at Zuzla Line Dancing with Renata on Mondays at 11:00 a.m. in Anderson Hall. Classes are $10 per class or pay what you can.
Book for OSLC Fall Study Is on Sale!
This fall, Pr. Kristin-Luana will facilitate a 12:00 p.m. study of the book Tending the Wild Garden: Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit by Eugenia Anne Gamble. This book is currently on sale (35% off!) at pcusastore.com. You can buy your copy via the button below. More information about the book study will be forthcoming.
ELCC Webpage
Do you know that the Eastside Lutheran Church Community (ELCC) has a webpage? You can find it here: https://www.eastsidelutherancgdc.org/ And, even better, if you scroll down to the bottom of the page, you can sign up for their newsletter! There are many interesting events there. Have a look!
Youth Events
Vacation Bible School – “At the Table”
Come and gather “At the Table” as we explore five Biblical stories featuring bread and God’s Word. Learn more about what it means to be a share a meal with a neighbor, make crafts, bake bread, and more!
This program is being held at three different Eastside Lutheran Church Community (ELCC) churches this summer:
- Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17 at Mt. Si Lutheran Church in North Bend,
- Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24 at Sammamish Hills Lutheran Church in Sammamish
- Monday, July 27 through Friday, July 31 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue
For more information, visit our Christian Education page via the button below.
Beach Church at Lake Sammamish in August – Wednesdays, August 5, 12, and 19, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
We meet for potluck, grilled hotdogs, and smores; games and a swim; devotions and songs. This is an intergenerational event for members and friends of Issaquah and Eastside churches. Please bring a dish! Consider bringing your own table setting to reduce trash and recycle. Bring a chair and beach games, of course!
Directions: Drive west on East Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE. Just after Lake Sammamish Park Boat Loading Ramp Road, turn left on SE 44th Street and drive to the Lakeshore.
Volunteers needed: Shoppers and grillers for all dates. Can you help? Email office@oslcissaquah.org or call 425-392-4169. Thank you!
Eastside Lutheran Church Community Outdoor Community Worship – Sunday, August 16, at 10:00 a.m. at Ebright Creek Park (1317 212th Ave SE, Sammamish)
Gather your friends, family, and loved ones for a delightful day filled with worship, laughter, delicious food, and the beauty of the great outdoors! Please bring a potluck dish to share.
There will be NO worship at OSLC on Sunday, August 16.
Bring a chair. There will be a picnic after. Please consider helping with setup, serving, and/or cleanup.
If you prefer indoor worship, you are invited to attend worship in Mercer Island:
Summer Sunday Worship at 9 AM
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
8501 SE 40th Street
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Need a ride? Let pastors or Cynthia know!
Sponsored by the churches of the Eastside Lutheran Church Community: Sammamish Hills, Our Savior, Love of Christ, Holy Trinity, Grace Chinese, St. Luke’s, St. Andrew’s, Mt Si, Cross of Christ.
Sunday, July 12
10:00 a.m. Worship
11:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship Hour
Monday, July 13
11:00 a.m. Line Zuzla Dancing with Renata (Anderson Hall)
3:00 p.m. Companions Bible Study (Online)
Tuesday, July 14
1:00 p.m. Community Meal Prep (Kitchen)
Wednesday, July 15
10:00 a.m. Library Reorganization (Library)
2:00 p.m. Life of Faith Visioning Group (Education Room)
Thursday, July 16
9:30 a.m. Mission Quilters (Anderson Hall)
1:00 p.m. Community Meal Prep (Kitchen)
7:00 p.m. Finance Committee Meeting (Online)
Sunday, July 19
10:00 a.m. Worship
11:00 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship Hour
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.