Learning and Being Youth
Children's Ministry
The seasonal activity pack for Easter/Spring is available for pick-up or drop off. For the latter, email
We hold our Sunday School in-person sessions twice monthly, on the first and third Sundays. Our last class before spring is May 19. The sessions, for children in JK – Gr. 6, begin downstairs in Immanuel Hall at 10:30 a.m. for Bible stories, crafts, and other activities. Then those in the class come up to share Holy Communion. See Karen Bishop, co-ordinator, for more information.
Activity sheets for each Sunday are available in the front hall and are also emailed on Thursday. To sign up for these: osimm@tbaytel.net .
There are Adventure activity bags under the mailboxes inside the entrance to the sanctuary, for children to enjoy during worship.
Confirmation
This ministry of the church helps youth to continue in the promises made at Baptism. All youth Grade 7 and older are welcome.
We have been meeting on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Our final session before summer is May 13.
'Eternity for Today'
Copies of the Apr.-June edition of our national church’s daily devotional booklet are available in the front hall, and can also be dropped off.
'God Pause'
“God Pause” is a free daily devotion brought to you by the alumni of Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN, an institution of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. It includes a scripture reading, a brief devotion, and a prayer. Get God Pause delivered to your email inbox every morning. Sign up at:
https://www.luthersem.edu/godpause/email/
Small Catechism
Luther's Small Catechism has been recreated as a web app (by Augsburg Fortress). View Luther’s explanations, along with other helps and prayers. New Revised Standard Version biblical texts and Evangelical Lutheran Worship texts are used. You can access the app at
Lutheran-Anglican Youth Group
‘Joseph’:
Sat. June 8, 7:00 p.m.
‘Jubiliation’ is a youth choir from St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Bloomington MN, consisting of 7th through 12th grade students. Each summer they tour a new area of the U.S., Canada, or Europe. This year marks their 36th tour and the choir’s 50th year under the direction of Linda Olson. There is no fee for this 60-70 minute musical, and Our Saviour’s is providing the sanctuary at no charge. There will be a free-will offering at the end of the performance, to be given to the choir to help with its expenses.
We will supply the Sat. supper and Sun. breakfast, as well as having the participants camp out in the church Sat. night. More details to follow!
Due to space limitations, we are first inviting the youth of the Anglican and Lutheran congregations, along with leaders, pastors/priests, to reserve spaces by May 15. On May 15, reservations will open for Our Saviour's. (send order to osimm@tbaytel.net) A general invitation will be issued, as space allows.
Scouting
178th Thunder Bay Scouting
The 178th Cubs meet each Monday at Our Saviour’s, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. For more info, contact Susan McCutcheon,
akela@gmail.com.
First Communion
Our Saviour's, as part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church In Canada, invites all the baptized to receive Holy Communion.
First Communion is a session for children whose parents desire them to begin receiving the sacrament. Call the office, 344-1926, for information on the next class.
Luther Village
Under God's grace, Luther Village exists to provide Christian ministry in a harmonious outdoor setting to give all individuals the opportunity for growth and renewal of mind, body and soul.
Luther Village
The Luther Village Camp annual brochure for 2024 is available to help you create your family, child, grandchild or individual camping plans for this coming summer! Please pick one up at the church, or go online, www.luthervillage.ca, and see what’s happening during our synod’s 60th year of outdoor ministry on Dogtooth Lake near Kenora. Online registration has openened. Hope to see you at Luther Village this season.
WOMEN'S RETREAT
Come join us June 7-9 for a chance to Relax, Renew and Rediscover "Created to Be"
Our resource leaders from 2023 will be returning: Mother-Daughter team Candace & Caitlin Kostna. Members of Abundant Life – East St. Paul MB, Candace has participated in Faith Formation leader training and been involved in family and confirmation ministry for many years. Caitlin has been involved in youth group, singing with the music team and as a core team member.
There will be opportunities for rest and relaxation, sessions to engage you, a time for worship, activities such as hiking or canoeing, wine and cheese night and more. All ages are welcome
(14+): come with your mom, bring your daughter or niece, and don't forget to invite Grandma.
COST: $170.00 (plus hst) for the weekend, Friday evening to Sunday afternoon Accommodations, meals and all programing included
Early bird discount by May 15: $25.00 off
Register at
Official start is 8:00-8:30pm, Central Time, on Friday.You are welcome to arrive anytime during the day and enjoy camp, go for a hike, canoe or just sit on the beach.
Details will be provided to participants including a what to bring list.
Will be opportunity to sign up for Massage or Reflexology session (at your own Cost)
Campus Ministry
Students at Confederation College and Lakehead University: Pastor Matthew would love to have a cup of coffee with you!
Campus contact: If you, or your son or daughter, is going to be at college this year, whether at LU or Confederation or elsewhere, email contact information (student name, email address, college) to osimm@tbaytel.net