Dear Church Family,
Some athletes are simply incredible. When they compete, you can’t help but stare in awe and wonder at the strength they exert, the focus on their task, the abilities with which they have been blessed, and what they are able to accomplish. It tells you something about their origin, their work ethic, their determination, and you wonder what drives them so hard.
In an even greater way, you can’t help but stare in awe and wonder at Jesus’ miraculous power. It is amazing! As he is determined to use that amazing power to help people in need, he shows his determination to continue to help people with their greatest need.
That’s what we’ll see this Sunday as Jesus as Pastor Caleb continues our study of the gospel of Mark 1:21-45. See you at church!
ICYMI – Watch my sermon from last Sunday introducing our new series Race to the Cross based on Mark 1:1-20.
DSC on YouTube: Watch past messages and worship services on-demand on our church YouTube channel.
DSYouth: Our next DSYouth session is today, Jan 12! If you’re a Middle School or High school student and you’re interested in growing as a disciple of Jesus alongside other Christians, DSYouth is for you! We study the Bible together, pray together, and talk about how we live as followers of Jesus in our world. There are usually some games and snacks each time we meet. Our motto is “Disciples of Christ, Stronger Together. Join us from 6:00-8:00pm! We’ll meet in the new Worship and Ministry Center. Click here for the required Parent Consent and here for Student Registration. (You only need to do this once this year.) If you’re the parent of a Middle School or High School student, you are invited to join our parent group that meets during this time. We hope to see you there!
All Pro Dad: Any dads and their kids who are in Kindergarten through 6th grade can team up with other dads and kids at our school once a month for All Pro Dad! We meet before school from 7:00-8:00 AM in the high school commons for a free breakfast and a character based-curriculum that helps dads start meaningful conversations with their kids. RSVP on our chapter website for our monthly breakfast on January 18. Questions? Contact Pastor Ben: ben.kuerth@divinesaviorchurch.com
Baptism Sunday: On Sunday, January 21st we celebrate new life in Christ through baptism in our Divine Savior family. We will gather together for a bilingual worship service from 10:30-11:30 am. Immediately following the service we welcome you to all join us for lunch and a time to connect with one another. Please check the needs request here to sign up to bring food/drink to share and help us set up! If you or someone you know is interested in being baptized, click here. Divine Savior Church offers baptism for free to anyone of any age.
Getting to Know Our New Worship and Ministry Center:
Main Entrance/Parking:
You may park anywhere on campus. As you enter for worship on Sundays, please use our Main Entrance for Worship. This is located at the entrance facing 104th Ave. You will see new WELCOME letters marking the entrance to our lobby. As you invite guests, please also direct them to meet you here. The space is designed for you to find information about our ministry to use for yourself or as resources to share with others. Ushers will direct you, greeters will welcome you and there is a station for DSKids registration. If you have small children that need to move around during the service, the lobby provides a place to do so. Eventually we will have a screen and speakers there to hear/see everything that is going on in the service. After the service you can enjoy coffee, refreshments, and an opportunity to connect with your church family inside or out.
Quiet Room:
The small private chapel at the rear of the Worship Space is reserved for moms who wish to breastfeed their babies. There will be a screen installed later with the live service being played. Toddlers who need to move are welcome to use the lobby. During the week this will serve as a quiet place to pray and open hours will be communicated.
Bathrooms:
There are two options: the high school commons and the newly renovated bathrooms outside the private chapel, facing 58th Street.
Lounge:
This room connected to the side of the Worship Space is reserved for meeting our first time visitors after worship. During the week we use it for small group Bible studies or meetings.
Ministry Center Reception:
Our Ministry Center Reception is located in the part of the building facing 58th Street. You can enter here during the week to meet with our pastors, DSC staff, for Bible studies, small groups, or meetings. All of our offices and conference room is connected to this.
Offering Envelopes – Please take a moment to listen to this special message from our treasurer, Ron Hansen, regarding the use of envelopes for offerings.
Our Giving to the Lord:
Current Weekly Average: $10,713.36/ wk
Amount Needed for FY 2023-2024: $12,622 / wk
Click here to give an offering. You can make a one-time special gift or set up recurring gifts as well. Please note also that the opportunity to pledge and give toward “$2,025 for 3 Years” is for offerings over and above regular, recurring giving.
Sunday Playlist –Across the Lands CW #549 | I Will Sing in the Midst of Battle | Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness CW #517 | Another in the Fire
Daily Devotions – Stay connected to God’s Word with the WELS daily devotions. Subscribe and have a devotion sent directly to your email each day. Grace Moments are daily devotions provided by Time of Grace. Download their app for easy access to all their gospel content.
Download Our Church App – Use it to worship online, watch archived messages, and register for events and classes that are coming up. Our app is the communication hub for everything DSC! Search “Divine Savior Church” in your app store. Select “Doral” as your campus.
Upcoming special days:
TODAY – Friday, Jan 12 DSYouth
Thursday, Jan 18 All Pro Dad
Sunday, January 21 Baptism Sunday bilingual worship followed by a potluck lunch
Sunday, Jan 28 Discover Event after worship service
Changing Lives with Jesus,
Pastor Ben
