February 26^th, 2026

OUR SAVIOR’S WEEKLY LETTER

   Going, but not knowing.  That describes Abraham’s response to God’s command as recorded in this Sunday’s Old Testament selection from Genesis:  God said to Abraham, Go to the land I will show you.  (Gen 12:1) and, as the writer to the Hebrews states,  Abraham obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going (Heb 11:8).  What a great example for us!  We too are called to follow Jesus, not knowing all that we will encounter on that journey.  However, we do know our faithful and trustworthy Leader, who promises to lead and guide us along the way.  We also know our final destination and our loving Lord goes to prepare a place for us. What shall be our response? Simply trust and obey.    Trust in our Master’s plan and seek His abiding presence as we follow His lead -  gathering, growing and going forth in His name! .     

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         Please note that Our Savior’s is hosting a 24 Hour time of Worship and Prayer, beginning this Friday, Feb 27^th at 7 p.m. until Saturday 28^th at 7 p.m.  All are invited to gather for this worship and prayer time led by worship teams from the area.  Come and participate when you can.                                  

Next Week

 Sunday, March 1^st:  Worship service at 10 a.m.  Vicar Mark will share the message                                                                                                                                                                     Sunday School and Bible Class at 9 a.m.                                                                                                        

Wednesday, March 4^th:  Midweek Communion Service led by an Elder at 11 a.m. followed by a Luncheon at noon in the Fellowship Room.                                                     also Lenten Supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Room followed by Lenten Vespers: 6:30-7  p.m.    

Thursday, March 5^th    Men’s Bible Fellowship, 7-8:30 p.m. - Fellowship Room

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Coming Events

March 20^th:  STREAM night at Our Savior’s Christian School - all are invited to see OSCS middle school students demonstrate their learning experiences in all areas of the curriculum.

March 21^st:   Indoor Clean Up Day in the church

May 17^th:   Ordination of Vicar Mark  Chaffee into the office of pastoral ministry and installation as pastor of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church - more details to follow

July 27-31:  Vacation Bible School at Our Savior’s

More Information

To The Cross is the theme for the Sunday morning Bible classes during the season of Lent. These six sessions are based on the Gospel of John, chapters 12-17.    All are invited join the journey to the cross as we gather in Sunday’s Bible Class that meets 9-9:45 in the Fellowship Room.

Lenten Vespers (a brief worship service) will be held every Wednesday in Lent from 6:30-7:00 p.m. preceded by a Lenten Supper, 5:30-6:30 in the Fellowship Room. Bring a dish to pass.  Come for food, fellowship and worship as we meditate on God’s amazing love for us

Vacation Bible School:  Our Savior’s will again be holding Vacation Bible School on July 27-31.  The theme for this summer’s VBS is Tropical Trek - Jesus comes to Seek and to Save.  Registration for children and for volunteers can be done on the church website (oslalbany.org), under “Join Us” in the menu bar.  Prayerfully consider volunteering, register your children and invite others to come. 

Vicar Mark Chaffee’s office hours are 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.  You may also reach him by cell phone: 518/763-1085 or via email:  mark.chaffee@oursaviors.com 

 Pastor Patrick Singh is serving as part time vacancy pastor at Our Savior’s, providing pastoral care and leadership in cooperation with Vicar Mark.  You may contact Pastor Singh by email:  patrick204642003@yahoo.com or by cell phone (917/254-2597) if you wish to talk or schedule a time to meet with him. 

PRAYER NEEDS

Healing: Dignon, Klara Gogolla,  Kathy Hawley, Phyllis Lubiniecki,  Barbara MacGowan, Patty Marshall,  Jennifer Noble,  Ellyn Olson, Eric Unright, Dave Wolcott, Lori & Peter Whitehouse, Tim Zuelsdorf                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    -Homebound:  Inge Glidden                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               -in Assisted Living: Christine Baird, Marga Hildenbrandt, Lois O’Brien, Al & Helen Walck  . 

Prayer for Jonathan Belschwinder, ELA and Social Studies teacher for Middle School in Our Savior’s Christian School.  Pray for God’s continued guidance as Jon provides godly direction and encouragement to the Middle School students, leading them to lives of active discipleship.   

 Prayer for the Festival of Workshops sponsored by the Atlantic District and held at SUNY-Maritime on Saturday, March 7^th.  May God speak through the presenters, challenging church leaders to bring fresh ideas for mission and ministry back to their congregations

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