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From the Desk of the Rector

A Call to Endowment - Since 1994, Church of Our Saviour has had a Foundation.  It is time for us to use our Foundation to build funds that insure our future.  I am calling for the establishment of endowed funds as living gifts as well as bequests.  I am asking for 4 twenty-five thousand dollar endowments for 2008 to get us started.  These endowments can be set up in memory  of someone, in honor of someone, or for a special purpose.  If you would be interested in this, please contact me and we will set up a confidential appointment.  You will be hearing more about our Planned Giving Program in the near future.  We have received so much from those who have gone before and it is essential that we provide for those who will  come.

COOS NEWS -We have an electronic news announcement process in place that will come directly from the Rector informing parishioners of items that need to be communicated quickly.  Please send your e-mail address to blalockj@coos.org so that you will receive this important information.

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Study Opportunities

Christian education is about sharing the story of our religious traditions. It re-kindles our enthusiasm and helps us recognize the work of God in our lives. A Bible Study gives us the opportunity to advance our faith walk with other Christians in a loving and non-threatening setting. At COOS there are four Bible Study groups meeting on a regular basis and new groups are forming.

A co-ed class meets in the FLC on Wednesday evenings from 7:00–8:30 PM. This is a chance for husbands and wives or singles to come for study and fellowship. The format focuses on the lectionary; the readings for the coming Sunday. Marc Geiger leads the group. If you are interested, call Marc at 262-8889.

The Wednesday Ladies Bible Study meets in the FLC on Wednesday from 9:30–11:45 AM. The ladies are studying Beth Moore’s Daniel. Call Pam Gillis at 272-3126 for more information.

The Mens Bible Study meets in the FLC every Tuesday from 8:00–9:00 AM. Led by Tuck Eudy, this group is currently studying Pauls letter to the Romans. Bring your coffee and join this longstanding group for a quick hour of prayer, study, and fellowship. For information call Tuck Eudy at 268-5616.

The Thursday Ladies Bible Study meets in the FLC from 9:30– 10:30 AM. This group will end their reading of Ephesians soon and begin a new study using the Serendipity Series. The ladies will break for the summer in June and restart after Labor Day. For more information contact Shirley Kingsnorth at 287-0651. The fellowship and study time you devote to a Bible Study will be a blessing to you and your participation will be a blessing to the group. Join today!

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