Committee for Learning
Our Savior Lutheran Church
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Sunday School isn't just catechism anymore! Our curriculums are as varied as
the congregation we serve. Classes may be lecture, video, bible, workbook, or
discussion based. While some classes do require preparation and feedback, most
only ask members to join in as they feel comfortable. In any circumstance, teachers
and students are always learning together, and we have found that discussion is
usually the best teaching tool of all. Many lasting friendships are a direct result of the
classroom, and it doesn't take long to feel you are among old and dear friends.
This committee oversees many aspects of Christian growth for OSLC. We review,
plan and coordinate the adult Sunday school program, striving to meet the education
and Christian growth needs of this congregation. We help plan holiday and summer
programs and special events, such as Rally Day and Vacation Bible Experience. We
coordinate with the pastoral staff to schedule weekday and evening courses that tend
to be more in-depth and require extended bible study. Also, we may schedule special
events that we feel will be of value to our congregation. The Learning Committee
usually meets on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm in the Friendship
Room. Check the calendar.
This committee also manages the adult library. We also oversee the women's and
men's bible study groups and are available to assist them with materials, publicity, and
any scheduling needs they may have.
We need volunteers with a passion for biblically-based Christian education willing to
serve the needs of the people. Besides committee work, we need classroom
facilitators and new ideas for programs and special events.
Sunday school classes are at 9:30 a.m. during the regular school year.
Nursery: The nursery is available during the education hour and the second service
for children up to 4 years old. It is located in the office building. Activity boxes are in
the entrance area (Narthex) for younger children to use during worship. A changing
table is in the woman's bathroom next to the Sanctuary.
The Morning Women's Bible Study meets on the third Wednesday of each month
at 9:30 am in the Parish Hall at the church during the fall, winter and spring months.
We use the Lutheran Women Today magazine bible study. Copies are available in the
Narthex (entrance area of the Sanctuary).
The HOMBRES (Helping Our Men Become Responsible Examples Spiritually) meet
the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm in the homes of the members of the
groups for Bible study and dinner. We are members of South West Texas Lutheran
Men in Mission.
New Member Classes are offered as needed.
Women of the ELCA: A Women of the ELCA unit is a community of women coming
together for study, support, and action. Our Savior has a unit. There is not
measurement for how often a woman needs to participate to be considered a
participant. We welcome those who can regularly participate and those who only
participate in one event or only financially support the community. Any woman can be
a part of a small group based on interests and/or needs. Look for our meetings.
Portals of Prayer: These little books of daily devotions are available in the office and
Narthex for those who would like them.
the congregation we serve. Classes may be lecture, video, bible, workbook, or
discussion based. While some classes do require preparation and feedback, most
only ask members to join in as they feel comfortable. In any circumstance, teachers
and students are always learning together, and we have found that discussion is
usually the best teaching tool of all. Many lasting friendships are a direct result of the
classroom, and it doesn't take long to feel you are among old and dear friends.
This committee oversees many aspects of Christian growth for OSLC. We review,
plan and coordinate the adult Sunday school program, striving to meet the education
and Christian growth needs of this congregation. We help plan holiday and summer
programs and special events, such as Rally Day and Vacation Bible Experience. We
coordinate with the pastoral staff to schedule weekday and evening courses that tend
to be more in-depth and require extended bible study. Also, we may schedule special
events that we feel will be of value to our congregation. The Learning Committee
usually meets on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm in the Friendship
Room. Check the calendar.
This committee also manages the adult library. We also oversee the women's and
men's bible study groups and are available to assist them with materials, publicity, and
any scheduling needs they may have.
We need volunteers with a passion for biblically-based Christian education willing to
serve the needs of the people. Besides committee work, we need classroom
facilitators and new ideas for programs and special events.
Sunday school classes are at 9:30 a.m. during the regular school year.
Nursery: The nursery is available during the education hour and the second service
for children up to 4 years old. It is located in the office building. Activity boxes are in
the entrance area (Narthex) for younger children to use during worship. A changing
table is in the woman's bathroom next to the Sanctuary.
The Morning Women's Bible Study meets on the third Wednesday of each month
at 9:30 am in the Parish Hall at the church during the fall, winter and spring months.
We use the Lutheran Women Today magazine bible study. Copies are available in the
Narthex (entrance area of the Sanctuary).
The HOMBRES (Helping Our Men Become Responsible Examples Spiritually) meet
the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm in the homes of the members of the
groups for Bible study and dinner. We are members of South West Texas Lutheran
Men in Mission.
New Member Classes are offered as needed.
Women of the ELCA: A Women of the ELCA unit is a community of women coming
together for study, support, and action. Our Savior has a unit. There is not
measurement for how often a woman needs to participate to be considered a
participant. We welcome those who can regularly participate and those who only
participate in one event or only financially support the community. Any woman can be
a part of a small group based on interests and/or needs. Look for our meetings.
Portals of Prayer: These little books of daily devotions are available in the office and
Narthex for those who would like them.
Youth Education
Sunday School Superintendent: This person enhances the Sunday school
program, coordinating the teachers, their curriculum, and the needed supplies for the
classes. The Superintendent also coordinates special events such as Rally Day and
Vacation Bible Experience.
Sunday School Teachers: Fulfilling the promises made at baptism is an important
responsibility of the Sunday school teachers as well as all believers. Teachers as well
as substitute teachers are needed to teach preschool, elementary, middle school, high
school and adult classes. If you have a special interest or gift to share God's Word
with others, then you need to get involved. Consider team teaching with another
person.
Vacation Bible Experience: During the summer, VBE is offered. Many volunteers
are needed to make this successful each year. Positions to be filled are teachers,
assistants, music, meal or snack providers, crafts directors, and possibly field trip
supervisors.
Kids' Club: The elementary youth meet for a special time of faith growing each
month. Special activities that involve outreach and recreation are planned. This is for
kids from kindergarten through 5th grade.
Middle School and High School Youth: Twice a month our youth meet for faith
growing and sharing. We have special activities all through the year. Check the
calendar.
Camps; Our Confirmation Class (Middle School) participates each year in the
confirmation camp offered by Cross Trails Ministry at Lutheran Camp Chrysalis in
Kerrville.
ELCA National Youth Gathering: Every three years, the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in America gathers our high school youth for 5 days of faith experiences and
music. This takes fundraising, of course, and sponsors and participants.
Sunday School Superintendent: This person enhances the Sunday school
program, coordinating the teachers, their curriculum, and the needed supplies for the
classes. The Superintendent also coordinates special events such as Rally Day and
Vacation Bible Experience.
Sunday School Teachers: Fulfilling the promises made at baptism is an important
responsibility of the Sunday school teachers as well as all believers. Teachers as well
as substitute teachers are needed to teach preschool, elementary, middle school, high
school and adult classes. If you have a special interest or gift to share God's Word
with others, then you need to get involved. Consider team teaching with another
person.
Vacation Bible Experience: During the summer, VBE is offered. Many volunteers
are needed to make this successful each year. Positions to be filled are teachers,
assistants, music, meal or snack providers, crafts directors, and possibly field trip
supervisors.
Kids' Club: The elementary youth meet for a special time of faith growing each
month. Special activities that involve outreach and recreation are planned. This is for
kids from kindergarten through 5th grade.
Middle School and High School Youth: Twice a month our youth meet for faith
growing and sharing. We have special activities all through the year. Check the
calendar.
Camps; Our Confirmation Class (Middle School) participates each year in the
confirmation camp offered by Cross Trails Ministry at Lutheran Camp Chrysalis in
Kerrville.
ELCA National Youth Gathering: Every three years, the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in America gathers our high school youth for 5 days of faith experiences and
music. This takes fundraising, of course, and sponsors and participants.