Synod Authorized Minister - Arlin Scott

For the week ending June 21, 2026

Grace Notes

Friday Devotional:

Psalm 69:7-10 [11-15] 16-18



When things are going well in life, it's easy to say we feel "blessed," suggesting that God is smiling on us. But when things are not going well, does that mean we are not blessed, that God is not looking on us with favor?

The psalmist is suffering, not despite strong faith in God but because of a strong relationship with God and unwavering practice of it. The psalmist has become a stranger even to family because of this faith. Blessed is not the word that comes to mind in this situation of alienation and suffering. Yet, isn't strength of faith-faith that anchors and holds us fast through criticism and praise, joy and sorrow-the true blessing and gift from God?

The psalmist suffers but, blessed by faith, persists in prayer. Faith gives us confidence to cry out to God, trusting that God hears us and is with us. God's love and mercy shine upon us and keep us in hope. God's steadfast love, received through faith, is the answer to our prayers.


God who drew near in Jesus, show me your face,

that I may live in hope of your mercy. Amen.


An excerpt from Christ in Our Home

If you would like a copy of Christ in Our Home

 Please contact the church office at 805-983-0612

We are in need of old newspapers that anyone may have. We would appreciate any donations that you can make. Feel free to leave them in the Church office.

Thank you!

We are in need of storage or copy paper boxes to box up school kits and quilts, please drop off at the church or preschool office.

Thank you.

SERVICE OVER SUMMER PROJECT 

Summer is now in full swing, and with it, starts our annual summer project for Our Redeemer. Over the summer, we will be collecting school supplies in order to assemble School Kits for Lutheran World Relief and local students.

Starting NOW, we ask that if you are able to donate one item from the list below, drop it off at the church office. Another option, we are accepting monetary donations, and we'll do the shopping on your behalf. We will be

accepting donations all summer long!

With your help, we hope to assemble at least 120 school bags.

With your help, these bags will go to places like Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, as well as students in our own community!

Items Needed for School Kits:


· One box of 16 or 24 crayons

· Four 70-sheet spiral notebooks of wide or college-ruled paper,

approximately 8"x10 ½"; no loose-leaf paper

· One 30-centimeter ruler, or a ruler with centimeters on one side and inches on the other

· Five black or blue ballpoint pens (no gel ink); secured together with a

rubber band

 

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.


Join us for our blood drive on June 30th

For more info on Congregational Partners in Education, click here.

June Birthdays

Evonne Peterson & family (Karin's friend); Chelsea (Betty's granddaughter); Nancy Wagner (recovering form heart surgery) (Robin's friend); Dale Dean is in a facility and not doing well; Brad (Robin's nephew); Bob, suffering from depression (Donna's brother-in-law); Allison Johnson (Breast cancer); Gail Tenbus; 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

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