What’s New?
Here’s a quick round-up of some of the recent events involving members of our congregation:
Camp Minneboji at Camp Okoboji, IA
From June 15-21, 2025, many kids (and adults) from Our Redeemer went to Camp Minneboji in Iowa, spending a beautiful week getting a little closer to nature and a lot closer to God. This year’s theme was “Hidden and Revealed”, based on 1 Corinthians 3:7, “Neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth.”
Bean Bag Tournament!
On Saturday, June 7, 2025, we enjoyed our annual Bean Bag Tournament. Nine teams competed, and all had a ton of fun on a beautiful day!
Kids 4 Christ Summer Send Off at Air Madness
On May 16, 2025, Kids 4 Christ ended until the Fall with a fun time at Air Madness!
Pizza Ranch Fundraiser for Camp Minneboji Campers
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, our youth volunteered at Pizza Ranch to raise money for going to Camp Minneboji this Summer. Several members got together for good food and great fellowship!
The Ladies Luncheon
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, a few days before Mother’s Day, the men of Our Redeemer hosted a luncheon to celebrate the ladies of the congregation.
Trail Life Troop SD-1412
On May 2, 2025, Trail Life Troop SD-1412 held their Court of Honor and End of Year Party, with meetings resuming this Fall on Monday evenings at Our Redeemer. (Other Trail Life activities will occur throughout the Summer.)
Troop 1412’s vision is to be the premier character development organization in the Sioux Falls region to train up young men into godly and responsible husbands, fathers, and citizens.
Troop 1412’s mission is to guide generations of courageous young men in the Sioux Falls region to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure.
If you would like more information, please contact the Church Office.
New Member Potluck
On April 27, 2025, we had a new member potluck. Fun and fellowship were had by all!
He is risen! He is risen indeed!
On April 20, 2025, we celebrated Easter and Jesus’ victory over death when He rose from the grave!
We had worship, fellowship, and fun as we heard the Word of God in service, enjoyed a meal hosted by the Youth Group, and the younger children had an egg hunt. We gladly state and sing, “Jesus Christ is risen today, Alleluia!”
Palm Sunday!
On April 13, 2025, we kicked off Holy Week by celebrating Palm Sunday and remembering Jesus entrance into Jerusalem. At both services, the children had a processional with palm branches. Praise Christ, our King!
Mardi Gras Celebration
On March 1, 2025, we had a Mardi Gras Celebration. Between special food, fun activities, musical chairs, and a pinata, it was quite an event! Lots of fun and fellowship was had!
We welcome Pastor Simek and the Simek family!
On February 9, 2025, Pastor Simek was installed as the Senior Pastor at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. We welcome him and his family to Our Redeemer!
Hockey, fun, and fellowship
On February 8, 2025, our church family had a great time at the Sioux Falls Stampede’s Wiener Dog Races night!
LWML Zone Prayer Service
On February 8, 2025, Our Redeemer hosted the LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League) Zone Prayer Service. This was a great opportunity to gather to hear His promises and lift others up in prayer. We were reminded of our hope in Christ’s life, death, and resurrection.
Soup and Pie!
On January 11, 2025, the Discipleship Committee hosted a Soup and Pie Luncheon. Many people came and enjoyed several types of soup and pie. What a great time for food, fun, and fellowship!
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day worship
We had multiple services on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (December 25, 2024), and had performances from our Bells, Brass and Singing Choirs.
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6).
Children’s Christmas Program
On December 15, 2024, our youth performed between worship services and sang multiple songs to remind us of the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior!
Wassail!
On December 14, 2024, we had our annual Christmas Wassail event, featuring music and entertainment intermixed with a meal of traditional wassail (cider), hors d’oeuvres (appetizers), boar (ham), and sweets (desserts). The evening was full of fellowship and fun!
Caroling!
On multiple dates in December 2024, several members of Our Redeemer went out and sang at the nursing homes and houses where our shut-in members reside. Our carolers were spreading Christmas cheer, singing loud for all to hear!
A new Church Year!
On December 1, 2024, our altar area has been re-decorated to focus our hearts and minds on Advent and Christmas, where we celebrate Christ’s birth. Let every heart prepare Him room!
Check your numbers
On November 17, 2024, our Parish Nurse (Karen Morfitt, RN) invited those interested to a free blood pressure screening as a great opportunity to be proactive with your health and wellbeing. Please contact the church office if you have any questions or concerns that Karen may be able to help with (or at least point you in the right direction).
Kids 4 Christ Carnival!
On November 1, 2024, the youth had a great time at K4C (Kids 4 Christ) with a carnival of games!
Youth and Evening LWML say it’s a tie for “Project Warm-Up”!
Throughout October 2024, our Youth and Evening LWML received donations from our congregation to make tie blankets to donate for our community. Thank you to everyone involved in this great event to benefit others!
Reformation Day and Confirmation Day
On October 27, 2024, we celebrated Reformation Sunday (Reformation Day is October 31). We also had four confirmands complete the Rite of Confirmation.
From LCMS.org:
“More than 500 years ago, the Protestant Reformation brought the church’s focus back to God’s free gift of salvation in Jesus Christ.
On Oct. 31, 1517, Martin Luther posted the 95 Theses — the “Disputation on the Power and Efficacy of Indulgences” — to the church door in a small city called Wittenberg, Germany. This event ignited the Protestant Reformation, and thus the church officially commemorates this important anniversary on Oct. 31.
The Reformation was, first and foremost, all about the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It was then, and it still is now. The task of reformation never ends. Every person, in every generation, needs to hear the Good News of their Savior from sin and eternal death.”
70 years at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church!
On October 6, 2024, we celebrated the 70th anniversary of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with a potluck and fellowship. We thank and praise God for the continuation of His Church!
Rally Sunday/New Member Sunday!
On September 8, 2024, we resumed full Sunday School and Bible Study classes (after a lighter Summer schedule). We had a potluck meal and inflatables that the kids enjoyed! We also welcomed new members to our congregation!
Kids 4 Christ is back!
On September 6, 2024, Kids 4 Christ (K4C) had a fun kick-off event at Air Madness to begin the 2024-2025 schedule! K4C meets on most 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month at the church at 5:45 pm-7:30 pm (dinner served at 5:50 pm) from September to May. All kids are welcome! Contact the church office for more details, and to confirm dates.
Take me out to the ballgame!
On September 1, 2024, we had fun and fellowship at a Canaries baseball game.
The event was a homerun!
Dinner Theater!
On August 9, 2024, we enjoyed dinner and a show, put on by our Drama Team. Their performance of “Jerusalem P.D.” was a lot of fun with a great message. The food was outstanding!
Hear about the mission field!
On July 7, 2024, we had the pleasure of hearing from Barb Rebentisch, one of the missionaries our congregation supports. Barb provided insights related to spreading the Word of Christ across countries that prohibit God’s Word. Thank you for your work, Barb!
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