Our Savior Lutheran Church
  • Home
  • I'm New
  • Worship
    • In-Person
    • Watch Live Online
    • Watch On Demand
  • Connect
    • Adults >
      • Life Groups
      • Bible Studies
      • Men
      • Women
      • Young at Heart 50+
    • Youth >
      • High School
      • Middle School
      • Confirmation
    • Kids >
      • Kids Home Page
      • VBS
    • Baptism
    • Become a Member
    • Faith Milestones
    • Parenting
    • Care >
      • Prayer
      • Mental Wellness
      • Coaching
      • Justice
  • Serve
    • In Our Church
    • In Our Community
    • In Our World
  • Preschool
  • Resources
    • Events
    • Calendar
    • Podcasts
    • Right Now Media
    • Parenting
    • Church Center App
    • Pastor Tim's Blog
    • Church Business
    • Employment
    • Links & Files
    • Health
  • Give

Pastor Tim's Blog

connecting leadership, community, wellness, and faith
​

conectando el liderazgo, la comunidad, el bienestar y la fe​

People and Relationships

11/11/2020

 
Do you know the feeling that you have when you know someone is thinking about you? It’s wonderful, isn’t it? And it’s very good news that as we move into a very different kind of holiday season, God is still thinking about us.

Why? Because people and relationships are God’s top priority. That’s what Thanksgiving and Christmas is all about - God and you… and me… and us, in relationship together. Because people matter to God.

So, people and relationships are our top priority, too - both with God and others.

This past week, we all saw case numbers rise and transmission and infection rates increase both nationally and here in Pierce County. As a larger church that is part of a much wider community and who carries influence with a variety of social sectors, we continue to choose what is both wise and safe while continuing our deep commitment to our mission.

First, continue praying for our ministry team.
This week, we have been considering ways to better gather in small, safe, and relational ways as we move into the holiday season and into 2021.

For three specific ways you can pray for our ministry team, watch my video here:
Second, consider your part.
Wear a mask. Keep your distance. Wash your hands frequently. And, limit the number of people you gather with each week. These are simple ways to honor those who God has placed in authority over us for our own good and the benefit of the people around us.

Finally, commit to being a good neighbor.
The people you live with and around need you - and if we were honest, you need them. We need each other. God created us to be in community. So, write some encouraging words in a card. Kids - draw some pictures. Pick up an extra few flowers at the store. And then go visit the people who live right next door to you… down the street… across the road… or someone you frequently see - your doctor, your cashier, the person who brings your groceries out to your car. Give them the card, picture, flowers, or whatever. Or, just stand by their door - 6 ft away, and say, “hello. I just wanted to say hi and thank you for being my neighbor”. And, don’t forget to smile under your mask. That’s all. It’s that easy.

Don't know where to start or have history of difficult conversations with your neighbors? CLICK HERE for our "how to have a difficult conversation" resource.

And why would we want to continue to pray, consider our part, and commit to being a good neighbor? Because people and relationships are always our top priority - both with God and others. It’s how we can continue making disciples who love God, love people, and live like Jesus - right where we are.

​Love you more than you know. -t

    Meet Pastor Tim

    Tim Bayer has served as Our Savior's Lead Pastor since September 2019. He also serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Concordia University - Irvine, a National Leadership Facilitator and Resource, and a Community Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Tim studied sociology, psychology, and theology prior to earning his M.Div at Concordia Seminary - St. Louis. He has also is a candidate for an Ed.D (ABD) in Transformational Leadership. He is married to Beth and they have three young children. Together, they enjoy exploring the outdoors, experiencing culture, and pizza and movie nights.

    Archives

    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019

    Categories

    All

    RSS Feed

OUR CHURCH

Service Times & Location
Mission & Values
Staff
Resources
Contact Us

GET INVOLVED

Connect
Serve
Grow
Give

OUR SCHOOLS

OSLC Preschool
Concordia Christian Academy (K-12)
© 2023  |  Our Savior Lutheran Church  |  253.531.2112
4519 112th St E, Tacoma, WA 98446
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-3:00
Sunday Services: 9:00 & 10:30am
Site powered by Weebly. Managed by Well Water Design

Privacy Policy

  • Home
  • I'm New
  • Worship
    • In-Person
    • Watch Live Online
    • Watch On Demand
  • Connect
    • Adults >
      • Life Groups
      • Bible Studies
      • Men
      • Women
      • Young at Heart 50+
    • Youth >
      • High School
      • Middle School
      • Confirmation
    • Kids >
      • Kids Home Page
      • VBS
    • Baptism
    • Become a Member
    • Faith Milestones
    • Parenting
    • Care >
      • Prayer
      • Mental Wellness
      • Coaching
      • Justice
  • Serve
    • In Our Church
    • In Our Community
    • In Our World
  • Preschool
  • Resources
    • Events
    • Calendar
    • Podcasts
    • Right Now Media
    • Parenting
    • Church Center App
    • Pastor Tim's Blog
    • Church Business
    • Employment
    • Links & Files
    • Health
  • Give