SOCIAL MINISTRY

Our Savior's Lutheran Church (OSLC) has proudly partnered with San Isidro Labrador, a congregation of the Iglesia Luterana de Guatemala, since 2007. Throughout the years, we have fostered a meaningful connection through regular prayers, letters, and video greetings. Delegations from OSLC have visited SIL multiple times, where our Guatemalan friends have consistently welcomed us with generosity and warmth. In addition to providing annual financial support, we are honored collaborate on health initiatives and significant building improvements, including a new sanctuary and church kitchen.

Welcome to Tarkanfi-Start Walking (TSW), a dedicated nonprofit based in Minnesota. Our mission is to share God's Love and Hope with marginalized communities in Ethiopia by partnering with local groups to enhance their quality of life. We provide support through project funding via generous donations and through the leadership of our founder, Worknesh Begi, who actively directs charitable and development initiatives on the ground. Together, we are making meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

In 2023, through generous donations from adopters and financial donations from throughout the community, we were able to provide backpacks packed with school supplies for over 390 of the neediest students in the Centennial District.

Our program is largely supported through adopters providing a backpack and supplies for a student.  All the elementary backpacks have been adopted for the 2024-25 school year.  If you missed that opportunity, but would like to support the program financially, please give online, select Backpacks and School Supplies from the drop-down list, or write a check to OSLC with Backpack in the memo.

OSLC is committed to supporting the local food shelf, and we do so through several initiatives that engage our community. One of our key efforts is the First Sunday Food Drive, where we encourage our members and the community to donate non-perishable food items to help those facing food insecurity. In addition to collecting food, our members also make financial contributions. Furthermore, we take pride in our team of dedicated volunteers who regularly commit their time to work shifts at the Centennial Area Food Shelf, assisting with the distribution of food and offering support to families in our community. Through these combined efforts, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.

At OSLC, we are proud to support our enthusiastic team of volunteers who work to help build homes in partnership with Habitat for Humanity. This incredible initiative aims to provide safe and affordable housing for those in need, and we would love to have you join us in this meaningful endeavor. If you are interested in making a positive impact in your community and would like to learn more about volunteering opportunities, please don’t hesitate to contact Ruel Carpenter. Together, we can make a significant difference and help create a brighter future for families in our area!