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Save the date for August 17th! On August 17th, 2025, Our Savior Lutheran Church will be celebrating our 75th Anniversary. Divine Service begins at 9am. Festivities and meal begins at 11:30am. Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all generations. The day will feature: Guest Preacher Guest Organist Ruth Mackie Congregational Pictures Bounce House Music by Generation Gap Hamburger meal Ice…
Join us for the much anticipated Annual Dinner this Sunday at 11:30am in the Fellowship Hall. There will be turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, plus dessert. The youth will be helping to prepare and serve the dinner, and a free-will offering will be taken to help support their activities and trip to the…
Tomorrow, Saturday November 6th, at 3:30pm, we will meet at Our Savior’s for fall cleanup! We have a variety of projects, from raking and painting at church, to gutter cleaning and fall cleanup at Pastor Matheny and Pastor Kitzmann’s homes. Bring your work gloves and your rakes. Chili and cornbread will be served after, with…
Join us this Saturday, February 27th from 10am-1pm at the Ney Center in Henderson for a ski/snowshoe/sledding outing. XC ski or snowshoe rentals are $5 per person or $15 per family and are available on a first come, first serve basis. Equipment sizing will fit most users ages 7 and up. There is also a sledding…
Feel that hint of autumn in the air and itching to get outside? Our annual fall backpacking trip is scheduled for October 1-4 (leaving early on Thursday and returning Sunday), and we would love to have you join us! We will be hiking a portion of the beautiful Superior Hiking Trail that runs from Duluth…
Our Savior’s Youth+ group will meet this Sunday, September 23, 3 p.m. in the Youth Room for a servant event. Mankato REACH serves literally 100’s of area youth who are at-risk of or are experiencing homelessness for many different reasons. They “couch surf” to homes of family and friends, but are lacking a true home of…
Looking to get away? Our annual fall backpacking trip is scheduled for September 14-16 (leaving early on Friday and returning Sunday). We will be hiking a portion of the beautiful Superior Hiking Trail that runs from Duluth to Canada along Lake Superior. Some camping experience is helpful, but no specific backpacking experience necessary. Don’t worry…
Digging into God’s Word is an important part of our spiritual growth. Our Saviors offers numerous opportunities for Bible study throughout the week, including Sunday morning between services from 9:15 to 10:15. Pastor Matheny is currently leading a study for the youth which meets in the youth room, and Pastor Lauer is leading a study…
The Youth group will be participating in the annual Night In The Dome Kickball tournament at Concordia University St. Paul. This tournament will take place (indoors!) on Friday, March 16th from 6-10p.m. For full details about this event check out their website here. However, for this event we will need to register our team by…
The 7th Annual Chili Cook-off is this Sunday, January 21st, right after the annual Voters’ Meeting (about 12:30pm). Make your way to the Fireplace room to test and cast your vote for your favorite chili in the mild, hot, and non-traditional categories. Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Ice Cream Sundaes will also be served. If you…
Youth in grades 7 – 12 are invited to join us for ice skating this Sunday, January 14th, from 2 – 3:30pm. We will meet at All Seasons Arena. Admission is $3 and skate rental is $2. See you there!
Thanks to everyone who participated in Christmas Caroling this past Sunday. It was a fun time, and very much appreciated by those who were visited!
“I bring good new to you—wonderful, joyous news for all people.” (Luke 2:10) The kids did a great job telling the good news of Jesus’ birth last Saturday at their annual recital and Christmas program. Here is a video of both the recital and program, with the program beginning at about minute 16. Please share…
We will be decorating the church for Advent and Christmas on Sunday immediately following the 10:30 service. All ages are welcome and all help will be greatly appreciated. Lunch will be served. This is always a fun time of fellowship while getting into the Christmas spirit!
Thank you to all who participated in donating, packing, providing the pizza lunch, and especially for praying for these boxes and the children who will receive them!
This Sunday is the Operation Christmas Child Packing and Pizza Party! Come be a missionary for a day and join the fun! We’ll start with a pizza lunch and Christmas cookies following the 10:30 service. Then the packing will begin. We’ll conclude with a parting prayer for the boxes, that God would bless the children…
Let the raking begin! This Sunday, November 5, starting at 3:30pm, we’ll be raking on our church property. The more people the faster it goes and the more fun it is. We’ll even provide supper and some pleasant time around the fire when we are done. Bring a rake or chair if you have one…
A great time was had by all at the fall festival last night. Thanks to all who came and those who helped to make it all possible. The costumes were fantastic!
Please join us this Friday night beginning at 6pm for our annual Fall Festival! There will supper, games, crafts, and other fun activities. We will top off the evening at around 7pm with the ever-popular trunk or treating. It is always a fun night for all ages. Costumes are encouraged, and friends are always welcome!
Hey men of all ages! Join us this Thursday night at 7:30pm for the first Men’s Study of the year. Pastor Matheny will be leading a study on vocation. Not sure what that means? Come find out!
This last Sunday the youth and their families had a great afternoon and evening of games, blindfolded tractor races, and a warm bonfire. Thanks again to the Asleson’s for hosting at their beautiful property. Watch for more upcoming events!
Youth in grades 7 – 12 and their families are invited for a fun afternoon around a bonfire this Sunday, October 8th at 3pm. We will be playing yard games, have a Devotion, and cook a light supper over the fire. Please bring a lawn chair and any games you may want to play. Contact…
Take me out to the Ball Game! Our Savior’s invites you to a night of fellowship on Sunday, July 16th at 6:05 pm for the Moondogs Game. 20 tickets are already pre-purchased and are only $6/ticket. Stop by the narthex this Sunday or drop by the church office this week to get in on the action…
The opening night of the Blue Ribbon Bible Club was a success! Below is a slideshow showing off some fun activities participants – both young and old – enjoyed as they learned about Zacchaeus.
We have reserved a block of tickets at the Moondogs for games on June 18th and July 16th. Watch for ticket sales on Sunday. Come out and cheer for the home team!
This Sunday is the annual Church Picnic! Plan to stay for some fun and fellowship at around 11:30 following the 10:30am service. We’ll be serving up chicken and setting up games across the street. Just bring yourself!
Opening Night at the Blue Ribbon Bible Club is this Wednesday at 6:00pm. Kids and adults are invited to come together for an interactive learning environment. Bring your kids or the neighbor kids or just come yourself as we do a favorite story, Zacchaeus. There’ll be music, skit, craft, snack, and more!
We had such a great time with the inaugural book club, that we have scheduled the next series. We will be meeting weekly on Sundays from 4:30-6:00pm beginning June 11. The book is The Hammer of God by Bo Giertz, which is available at Amazon in various formats (or from your local bookseller). Everyone is welcome to…
We had a great backpacking trip last weekend. Everyone enjoyed a time of fellowship, conversation, and hiking. Highlights of the trip included wildlife including Scarlet Tanagers, a backcountry campsite with a babbling brook, not getting rained on, and evening campfires. Watch for other recreational opportunities to come!
Families are invited to eat a sundae this Sunday. On the last day of Sunday School, May 21, please come to the Fireplace Room to join your kids for fellowship time beginning at 9:55am. This is a great chance to meet other parents, hang out with your kids, and, of course, eat ice cream! There…
Give blood! Our Savior’s is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, May 19 from noon – 5pm. Sign up now on-line, http://www.redcross.org/give-blood, or watch for a sign-up table this Sunday and next Sunday.
Based on the positive response of the first showing, two more screenings of the movie “Martin Luther: The Idea That Changed The World” have been scheduled. The next showings will be on Monday, April 24th at 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Carmike Stadium Cinema 6 theater in Mankato. Tickets are $10 each (after…
Spring is coming, and so is the annual spring backpacking trip! Are you looking for adventure, a chance to get to know others from church, and to get out in God’s great creation? The trip is planned for May 18-20 (leaving early on Thursday and returning Saturday evening). Some camping experience is helpful, but no…
We have some more details about the upcoming screenings for Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World. This new film follows the great adventure story of Luther’s life, packed with political intrigue, kidnappings, secret hideouts, and life-or-death showdowns. This is a must-see dramatic documentary for any Lutheran, but the only place you can see the…
It may not be warm enough yet to bask outdoors in the sun, but we welcome you to enjoy the warmth of God’s love and fellowship with sisters in Christ at the upcoming Women’s Retreat, February 25, 9:00am-2:00pm. We’ll be “Basking in the Love of the Son” as we hear God’s mercy shared with women…
We had a great time last night eating, crafting, playing games, throwing paper airplanes, and generally having fun! Thank you to everyone who participated, and especially those who helped make it happen. We look forward to seeing you at the next family event!
Join us this Friday evening from 6:00-7:30pm for a family night full of crafts, games, food, and friends. No need to cook supper—come for a yummy baked potato bar. We’ll be sharing God’s love by making Valentine’s for some of our Senior members. Everyone is welcome!
The LCMS congregations of the Mankato Circuit are excited to invite you to a special screening of the movie Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World. 2017 Marks the 500th anniversary of the start of the Lutheran Reformation which has shaped the lives of thousands in the Mankato area. This is a great opportunity…
We have a few exciting special events at Our Savior’s this weekend! On Saturday join us from noon to 4pm in the Fireplace Room for an afternoon of scrapbooking and card making . Bring your craft supplies, current projects, a friend, and a snack to share. On Sunday following the annual congregational meeting…
Do you like paper crafting? Come join us in the Fireplace Room on Saturday, January 28th. We’ll be scrapbooking and card making from noon to 4pm. Bring your craft supplies, current projects, a friend, and a snack to share. This is a great chance to unwind and get creative while hanging out with some great…
The kids did a great job this past Saturday sharing the story of Christmas. The theme this year surrounded the Old Testament concept of the jubilee year as it describes Christ’s coming. If you missed the program, it will be broadcast on area public access channels Tuesday night at 9:30 pm. It will also be available…
We are looking forward to the Children’s Christmas Program this year, which will be Saturday, December 17th at 4:30 pm. The theme of the program is Christmas Jubilee, and there will be a musical prelude by the kids starting at 4pm. Practice will be held the next two Saturdays from 10 – 11:30 am. We…
Thanks to everyone who helped pack boxes for Operation Christmas Child yesterday. We had a great turnout, and packed 80 boxes yesterday alone! Thanks also to KEYC TV for the news story they did on the event. You can check out the video and transcript here.
Last Friday was our annual Fall Festival, held the last Friday in October. There were lots of activities for kids, including crafts, games, pizza, trunk-or-treat, and a photo booth. Watch this short video to see some of the costumes and characters we enjoyed having at our fall festival this year! As you can see, some adults…
While it doesn’t feel like November, the leaves have fallen, and that means it is time for the great fall cleanup! Please come help clean up around the church this Saturday at 3:30. After working, we enjoy supper together and have s’mores around a bonfire. Bring rakes and gloves if you have them, otherwise just come ready…
Please join us tomorrow night beginning at 6pm for our annual Fall Festival! There will pizza, games, crafts, and we will top off the evening with the ever-popular trunk or treating. It is always a fun night for all ages. Costumes are encouraged, and friends are always welcome!
We invite you to join us at 11:30am on November 13th to pack the supplies that were donated for our fall Sunday School mission project. We will start with lunch and then pack shoeboxes to send around the world to those in need. This is a fun opportunity to do a hands-on mission project with…
Do you smell that special “fall smell” in the air? See the leaves changing and beginning to drop? That means it is time for the great fall cleanup! It is the time of year that we get a group of volunteers together for a few hours to rake leaves, trim bushes, and do general cleanup…
The annual Fall Festival is scheduled for Friday October 28 at 6:00 pm. Join us for pizza, games, crafts, and trunk or treating. It is always a fun night for all ages. Costumes are encouraged, and friends are always welcome! If you can help run a station or provide a trunk, contact Lisa Brand.