Dear Church Family,
It’s not easy to suffer as a Christian. By nature, we want to fight back and get revenge. But as Jesus’ followers, we live a new way. We don’t repay evil with evil, but evil with good. We are called to actively bless people… even hard-to-bless people. If we give in to fear, then we will keep our mouths shut and never share the life-giving hope we have to share. So let’s remember the living hope of Easter. That will open our mouths and give us reason to share our hope. We have a living, eternal hope! Death is not the last word. The faith the Holy Spirit has given us brings us into that hope. Our “suffering” will lead to hope for many!
Join us this Sunday at 9:30 am as Pastor Caleb preaches the next message in our sermon series based on 1 Peter 3:8-22. We’ll also welcome new members in our service. And we’ll give thanks to God for mothers on Mother’s Day. It’s going to be a great Sunday!
ICYMI – Watch my sermon on 1 Peter 3:1-7 about how husbands and wives are heirs together of God’s gracious gift of life.
New START Class to Begin This Sunday: It’s is the starting point for you to find out what the Bible says, ask questions, and learn the foundational teachings of our Lutheran Christian faith here at Divine Savior Church. START Class prepares you to receive the sacrament of Holy Communion when you’re ready. It helps you know with certainty how Jesus has changed your life! Classes will meet weekly for 7 weeks. Register by clicking here.
Questions? Please let me know.
DSYouth – Tonight, Friday, May 10 will be the end of the year DSYouth activity from 8:00-10pm for middle and high school students. High school students are invited to stay for the lock-in from 10:00pm-7:00am on Saturday. Parents of high school students, please fill out this consent form for your student to participate in the lock-in. Questions? Contact DSYouth Director, Lexi Caira.
Camp South – Every year, Divine Savior Church takes a group of youth to Camp South, a Bible Camp for youth entering 5th-8th grades. We will also take 9th graders who are in our DSC confirmation class. At Camp, kids get to study God’s Word, develop Christian friendships, and grow in their faith. Camp South takes place in Covington, Georgia from July 22-26th, 2024. Check out the 2023 Camp South video here to see what camp is like. Registration for Camp South is open. Find all the info and registration link on the Divine Savior Church app home page (Doral campus). We also need chaperones for Camp South. All travel and registration costs for chaperones are covered, and it’s a lot of fun! Any questions? We are especially in need of male chaperones. Talk to Pastor Caleb.
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 May 16. Questions? Contact Pastor Ben.
Blood Drive – On Sunday, May 19 from 8:30 am-1:30 pm the Big Red Bus from One Blood will be in our parking lot. Please consider donating blood to serve our community. They are offering free health checks and a gift as a thank you.
Youth Confirmation – In our worship service on Sunday, May 26 we will witness several young adults who will be confirmed in their Christian faith. Please join us to congratulate them and celebrate with a cake reception in the high school commons afterwards. Worship is at our regularly scheduled time of 9:30 am English and 11:30 am Spanish.
Annual Meeting: Reserve the date on your calendar, Sunday, June 2 to attend our DSC Annual Meeting and hear important congregational updates, elections of new council members, and fiscal year plans. Grab a cup of coffee and gather together in the high school commons. Your participation is important to us as we carry out our mission to change lives with Jesus!
DSC on YouTube and Spotify: Watch past messages and worship services on-demand on our church YouTube channel. Listen to the sermon podcast on Spotify or wherever find your podcasts.
Our Giving to the Lord:
Current Weekly Average: $10,962 / 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 – King of Kings | Before the Throne of God Above CWH #561 | He Will Hold Me Fast CWH #813
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 provide 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.
Daily Bible Reading – Would you read THE BIBLE in a year, with me? Click here to join our daily reading plan using the YouVersion Bible app. Jump in wherever we are and get a daily dose of God’s Word.
DSC Gear – Did you know Divine Savior Church has an apparel store with BSN? With resized logos, updated colors, and new clothing items you’ll be sure to find the perfect thing to show your home church to family and friends.
Upcoming special days:
- Thursday, May 16 All Pro Dad
- Sunday, May 19 DSC Blood Drive
- Sunday, May 26 Youth Confirmation worship service
- Sunday, June 2 DSC Annual Meeting/Congregational Update
Changing Lives with Jesus,
Pastor Ben
