Grace Notes

Synod Authorized Minister - Arlin Scott

For the week ending March 29, 2026

Grace Notes

Friday Devotional:

Psalm 31:9-16

Martin Luther King Jr. was born into an impossible situation. As a Black child growing up in a racist environment, he learned to expect the worst from enemies. He regularly saw his friends and neighbors brutalized.

The son of a Baptist minister, King trained for the Christian ministry himself. Through the words of the Old Testament prophets and in Jesus' call to radical discipleship, he felt -and answered- a call to lead a resistance movement against injustice.

King knew his life was in danger because he took risks for truth and what was right. In a famous 1968 speech he told his oppressed brothers and sisters, "Longevity has its place. But I'm not concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will." Less than twenty-four hours later, he was assassinated by a white gunman.

Like King, we may feel surrounded by enemies at times. But God never abandoned him. And God never abandons any who love and serve faithfully. Thanks be to God!

Loving God, I am weary of seeing injustice done. Make me an instrument of your healing. Amen.

An excerpt from Christ in Our Home

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Please contact the church office at 805-983-0612

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Thank you!

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Zoom Meeting

Change to Saturday's breakfast gathering, Tomas Cafe at 9 am

Join us for our Blood Drive

Schedule your appointment here

Those who would like to give a Lily to decorate our Sanctuary in memory of a loved one, or honor of someone, may do so by offering $10.00. The Altar Guild Team will purchase the lilies to be placed in the Sanctuary for Easter. Offerings should be received by Wednesday, April 1, 2026. You may pick up your lily after Easter Worship on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Order forms are located in the Narthex. Checks should be made payable to "LCOOR."

Please write "Lilies" on the memo line.

Ladies Ensemble:

Women's ensemble rehearsal Sunday, directly after our morning service (@ 11:30 a.m.) I look forward to rehearsing with you!

If you are still interested....

We have short rehearsals after the 10:30 Sunday service. Please let Jayne Pompey know if you are interested in participating. She can be reached at 805.983.0612. Let's make a joyful noise unto the Lord!

Quilting and Fellowship

Every Wednesday at 9:00 am

The quilting group "Operation LOVE" at Our Redeemer has been creating quilts for the Lutheran World Relief quilt ministry for many years. About 100 quilts are sent annually to Lutheran World Relief for distribution to those in need around the world.

Operation LOVE meets every Wednesday at 9:00 am in the coffee room. Anyone interested in participating in this ongoing project is encouraged to join the group at any time.

Sewing/quilting experience is not essential since there are many different ways to give assistance as needed.

March Birthdays

† Brad (Robin's nephew); Kim (Robin's sister) is recovering from a fall; Iris is recovering from a fall (Robin's friend); Irma is having heart problems (Donna's friend); Allison Johnson (Breast cancer); Gail Tenbus is recovering at home; Jan Ludwig; Darcy Ludwig; The Godwin family is dealing with Larry's Parkinson's disease.

† Prayers for our nation as we face a new conflict in the Middle East. Prayers for all people affected by the war.

Prayers for our military and their families.

If you want to add a name to our prayer list, don't hesitate to get in touch with the church office or Synod Authorized Minister - Arlin Scott

For any questions:

(805) 983-0612 | secretary@lcoor.org-website: Lcoor.org