Our Savior Lutheran Church of Gatlinburg

OSLC Foundation Donates $1000 to Sevier County Food Ministries

2012-01-19T15:20:00.000-08:00

At the annual congregational meeting in January of 2012 it was the pleasure of the congregation to present Steve Streibig, director of Sevier County Food Ministries $1000.00 towards the needs they provide for the county. Our Savior Lutheran Church has been a supporter of this ministry for years and we give thanks to our Father who has provided this opportunity to serve others. Learn more about the Sevier County /Food Ministries at www.seviercoutyfoodministries.org. Learn more about Our Savior Lutheran Church at www.joinusinworship.com.

New Baptismal Font dedicated on The Baptism of Our Lord Sunday

2012-01-08T10:08:00.000-08:00

Thank you to Matt Kulp who designed and created the new baptismal font. Now our full set from Smoky Mountain Pottery is complete. We give thanks for the opportunity our church has had to baptize many into the family of God and we look forward to the opportunity to carry this ministry forward.

50th Anniversary Celebration held December 11th.

2011-12-17T14:55:00.000-08:00

Advent Suppers and Worship

2011-10-30T14:05:00.000-07:00

As we bring the church year to a close we look forward to welcoming in the new Advent Season. Our church will be decorated and our wreath will light the way as we journey to the coming of the King! We welcome you to join us. Each week on Thursdays in December we will eat at 5:45 and with worship to follow.

Autumn Beauty in Gatlinburg

2011-10-09T11:49:00.000-07:00

Come and Worship with Us!

The Meanings Behind the Banners

2011-09-03T15:07:00.000-07:00

+++The first banner --- the bread and chalice ---remind us that we are a people who gather around the

sacrament of Holy Communion --- as we are regularlynourished by the body and blood of Christ.

+++The second banner --- the hallelujah angel ---reminds us of God’s messengers who hailed both Jesus’ birthand later his resurrection --- and that we too are called to herald the good news of Jesus Christ.

+++The third banner --- the Luther Rose --- reminds us that we are a beacon proclaiming the gospel message from aLutheran perspective to the people of Sevier County as well asthe many visitors who come to this place on a yearly basis.

+++The fourth banner --- the Easter cross and flowers--- reminds us that Christ willingly died for the sake of our sins, and that his through his resurrection, Jesus offers to us the gifts of new life and eternal life.

+++The fifth banner --- the dove --- reminds us that the Holy Spirit, which came upon Jesus at the time of his baptism and the disciples on the Day of Pentecost, also dwells in each one of us. I also want to note that this banner was a collaborate effort between Lois and her daughter, Jill Cox.

New Banners in honor of our 50th year anniversary!

2011-09-03T12:31:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Lois Tustison and the 50th anniversary committee for their work to bring wonderful celebration ideas to the forefront each month of the year. We have collected school supplies, socks, favorite hymns, $5 bills for Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic,and more each month (trying to get 50 of each item) and each time we have exceeded our goal. The banners will hang in the fellowship hall of the church for all to see.

Kid's Cafe Outreach Ministry continues to Spring

2011-03-11T18:20:00.000-08:00

Thanks to the many volunteers who spend time with the kids at Kid's Cafe. We welcome adults to come and mentor the kids through games, arts, dinner and worship.

Our Savior Lutheran Church Foundation Gives $1,200.00 to The Sevier Co. Assn. of the Mentally Handicapped

2011-01-16T14:57:00.000-08:00

Bob Wrightman, Treasurer, was on hand today at Our Savior Lutheran Church of Gatlinburg, Tennessee to receive the Foundation Gift. Jim Gerding made the presentation. We were honored to have Bob and his daughter with us on this special day! Learn more about the Our Savior Lutheran Church Foundation at
http://www.joinusinworship.com/foundation.html.

Kid's Cafe December 9th, 2010

2010-12-09T18:56:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all who participated and gave to make the Kid's Cafe holiday evening fun and a blessingn to all

Welcome Pastor Jim Kroninger to Our Savior Lutheran Church of Gatlinburg, TN

2010-11-27T12:57:00.000-08:00

November 21st was a special day of worship as we installed Pastor Jim Kroninger at Our Savior Lutheran Church. Read Pastor Kroninger's sermons weekly at http://meetthepastor.blogspot.com/

White Elephant Auction Items for Sunday, May 2nd

2010-04-28T17:01:00.000-07:00

Join in the fun as we share dinner May 2nd along with a White Elephant Auction. To the right you will see two handmade quilts that have been donated and will be on auction!

These items will also be available: The auction will be open for bid until 10:00 AM and then closed for our hearts and mind to focus on our 10:30 worship service. Following our congregational meeting and throughout dinner the auction will again open for your silent bid. We appreciate all donations and they will benefit OSLC and be put towards general expenses of the church.

Items you can expect to see at the auction:

Bruce Wilkerson 3 book Gift Set

One Dozen Golf Balls

Houshold items such as:

Hand Blown Wine Glasses (2)
Picture Frame
Candles
Angel Candle Holder
Wickless Candle Set with candles
Framed hand painted lighthouse by Claude Campbell you may remember Claude.
2 handmade Quilts from Lois T -see pictures to the right.....
Mini Boom Box
8" mini Television
Cosmetic and Jewelry case set
Heart wall hanging set
Framed Floral Print 16x24

Soccer Smash Game
Golden Tee Video Game

What a great list it will be fun to exchange our things in such a way that the church and it's ministries within can benefit. Thanks to everyone who has donated items and to all who particpate in the auction!

Menu for lunch is:
Cheesy Potato Soup
Ginger's Homemade Salads
Build your own sandwich
Cookies and dessert.

Thanks everyone!

Easter Sunday Men's Breakfast

2010-04-28T05:34:00.000-07:00

Thanks to the Men of Our Savior Lutheran Church for the delicious breakfast served on a beautiful Easter Morning. He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!

The next congregational dinner will be held May 2nd following the 10:30 service. There will be a wonderful dinner of Soup , Sandwiches and Salad, a congregational meeting, a white elephant auction and more.....keeping a surprise up our sleeves. We look forward to seeing you Sunday!

Christmas Parade 2009

2009-12-08T22:44:00.000-08:00

Another year, another great parade experience for Our Savior Lutheran Church!

We were number 59 in line this year (an upgrade from previous years!), right after the Pigeon Forge Tap Dancers and EVERYONE got to see this. Leading the parade were Pastor Volk and Chris Bretz waving and shouting to the people, Autumn and Christina Holland carrying the banner, and Jeff Lawhead carrying the cross. Behind them was Hank Bretz driving the truck and float and many of our smaller members riding alongside the float.

Of course, no parade float gets put together without aggravation and serious hard work, so we'd like to thank the ladies and gentlemen who stayed behind to serve guests snacks and drinks as well as Miss Lisa, who run every collective part of her body off to get things running smoothly, and everyone else who pitched in to make another successful parade entry for Our Savior Lutheran Church!

We look forward to doing it again next year!

Our Savior Lutheran Church Works with Gatlinburg Community in Blessings Blow Out

2009-08-10T09:08:00.000-07:00

Thanks to the many people who brought Back to School and Hygiene Items for the Friends in Need Back To School Blessings Blow Out! There were over 70 children in Gatlinburg, Tennessee who received both kits to begin their school year. It was a great success. Special thanks to those who worked the night of the back packing on August 6th and to those who worked the event August 8th. We had the joy in sharing this event with not only the children and families of Gatlinburg, but also with First Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church, Trinity Episcopal Church, and others who served in many capacities to make the event a success.

BLESSINGS were truly bringing the Kingdom of Christ nearer to Gatlinburg Tennessee August 8th. Thanks to all who participated!

Receive, Rejoice and Respond! Ginny's Fund Raising Dinner

2009-04-20T05:44:00.000-07:00

On April 5th our congregation had the pleasure of supporting a long time member with a fund raising dinner following our Palm Sunday Worship. Over $1800 was received through the donations and response of many friends and family along with matching funds from Thrivent for $1000.00 It is a joy and priviledge to help someone in a time of need. Ginny hopes to be back to work soon with a positive follow up from the doctors this week. Amen and thanks to the many people from our membership, friends, Arts and Crafts Community, and more who made this event so much fun! Pictured here is Boogertown Gap, friends of Ginny's and the communities who gave their gift of music along with silent auction items to help make the dinner a success. Other donations from Paul Murray Studio, G Webb Gallery, and so many more made the auction fun and a complete success! Thanks to so many who gave gifts of love in the name of Jesus Christ!

Yard Sale to benefit Friends in Need, Partners in Ministry

2009-03-11T08:08:00.000-07:00

Bag a Bargain

Yard Sale

Saturday, March 14
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

All proceeds benefit
Friends in Need of Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Donate $1.00 and receive one shopping bag.
Stuff your bag!
Repeat!

Bring your kids! Bring your FRIENDS and take advantage of this great sale.

Located on Hwy 321 in Gatlinburg
Beside Alamo Steakhouse and next to First Baptist Church

Don’t Miss It
www.wearefin.org

December 5th Festival of Lights Parade

2008-11-10T12:30:00.000-08:00

It's time for the parade again and we are excited to participate. Our entry is "The Light Has Come!" We bring our message of the Light of the World, Jesus Christ, to the streets on December 5th as Gatlinburg celebrates the Festival of Lights parade. What a joy it is to share the Light of the World as we remind folks what Jesus told us in John 8:12 that HE is the Light of the World, those who follow will not walk in darkness but have the Light of the World!

FIN Kid's Cafe Program brings Big Blessings to members of OSLC

2008-11-10T12:01:00.000-08:00

It is hard to guess who is receiving the biggest blessings at the new Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. With it's new afterschool program where children are invited to come at no cost to play games, have homework help, a large hot meal, and hearty worship, the blessings are great! Each Thursday at 3:30 the church comes alive with volunteers and kids who come to grow in fellowship with each other. We have a full intergenerational program where children are greeted by loving adults, ready to spend specific time with each child. Games such as Battleship, Connect Four and Scrabble are played, Home work help is offered , but even more the one on one fellowship is where the ministry really begins. In this photo we see Jim Faig - president of Friends in Need shaking hands with Matt Kulp, Our Savior Lutheran Church President. It is a joy to see folks working together in minstry!