OHLC’s Luth Youth. . . . .
December Events
On December 4, OHLC Luth Youth are headed to Stanwood for:
Advent Bible study for adults considers Isaiah This Advent, Pastor Dick Koch will be teaching a 4session class entitled Great Expectations: Studies in Isaiah. The lessons are drawn from the powerful readings from Isaiah we hear in worship throughout the season of Advent. Books for the study will be provided. The class will meet in the library from 9:15-10:15. Come explore the Advent themes of peace, hope, joy, and promise through the powerful words of the prophet Isaiah. All are welcome. A recently retired pastor, Dick Koch was stationed at NAS Whidbey before entering the seminary. He has served Methodist congregations as well as ELCA Lutherans. We’ll enjoy spectacular displays of over a million lights at Warm Beach Christian Camp in Stanwood. There will be carolers and other live entertainment, food booths, bonfires, and a giant nativity scene. We have rented a bus (thanks, Dave Myers & Sheila Ryan!) for the journey to Stanwood. The bus is open to OHLC youth and their parents on a first-come/first-served basis, based on RSVPs to Pastor Spencer (pastor@oakharborlutheran.org ). If the bus fills, you are welcome to carpool from OHLC. Adults who are not parents of youth are also welcome to join us via carpool (unless there ends up being room on the bus) and will get their tickets at the group rate. We’ll leave OHLC promptly at 4:00 PM, and expect to return to Oak Harbor around 9:00. There is no cost for youth. Adult tickets at the group rate are $13 per person. Youth and adults are encouraged to bring money for food, etc. Be sure to dress for the weather!
Advent midweek services Join us on Wednesdays this Advent for soup suppers and worship services at noon and 6:00 PM. Holden Evening Prayer will be our liturgy, and we’ll be exploring the theme Tidings of Comfort and Joy with scripture, reflections, and song.
Deck the halls (and the sanctuary)! Our Christmas trees (we’re having two this year!) will be going up the second week in December, and will be decorated after worship on Sunday, December 11. All are welcome to stick around after the 10:30 service to help hang Chrismons. Many thanks to Craig and Colleen Pedlar, who deck our halls with beautiful wreaths from Boy Scout Troop 59. Craig also coordinates the acquisition and raising of our Christmas trees, and hangs the wreaths. Thanks so much!
Sanctuary poinsettias Large plants in 6” pots will be ordered through Oak Harbor’s local Greenhouse Florist. If you’re interested in contributing to the poinsettia fund which helps defray the cost, donations will be accepted through Sunday, December 18. Although donations may be in any amount, the suggested donation per plant is $20. Poinsettias may be taken home following the service on December 25. Order forms are available on the welcome desk in the narthex. 3