The May 10th Vespers service has been cancelled Sunday, May 13th Mother’s Day Service at 11AM Sunday school at 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship at 10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). Looking Ahead Vespers, May 17th 7:30PM in Adult Ed. A special presentation by Batz’I Band, Sal Tzevul, from Chiapas, Mexico presented by NoMAA and HABANA/HARLEM. The event is part of “A Time for Healing” – a series of grass-roots forums and dialogues celebrating the NYC debut of Sak Tzevul. The special event will take place on Thursday, May 17, 7-9pm at OSA with a $10 suggested donation. The event will showcase the unique musical message from Sak Tzevul and a conversation about spirituality and indigenous traditions in contemporary life facilitated by Dowoti Desir, cultural critic, activist and educator. For more information about the May 2012 “A Time for Healing” community programs, visit: www.habanaharlem.com or email:habanaharlem@gmail.com Confirmation Class meets Saturday, May 19th at 10AM Confirmation Sunday is May 27th followed by a BBQ Donations of side dishes welcomed! Vespers, June 7th at 7:30PM  We are very honored to receive a special visit from Robert Rimbo, Bishop of the ELCA New York Metro Synod, this Sunday (May 6) at the 11AM worship. Bishop Rimbo will lead us in worship and give the sermon. Also this Sunday Sunday school 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship 10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). Congregational Meeting A special Congregational Meeting on immediately after service. The purpose of the meeting is to vote on the council-recommended capital campaign project. All are invited to attend; voting members are urged to attend. UPDATE: This Thursday’s Vespers service has been cancelled. COMING IN MAY & JUNE May 27 at 11AM: Pentecost/Confirmation Sunday followed by BBQ June 3 at 11AM: Jake’s Farewell Service June 3 at 5PM: MOSA Concerts presents Ensemble ACJW in collaboration with the Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series http://www.mosaconcerts.org/ June 10 at 11AM: Pastor Barrie’s Farewell Service June 10 at 4PM: Pastor Barrie’s Farewell Celebration and Godspeed Sunday, April 15 Sunday school - 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship - 10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). Worship with Holy Communion - 11AM in the sanctuary. Food and fellowship in the kitchen after the service Free MOSA Concert at 5PM. - “Ensemble ACJW performs Brahms, Perle, and Francaix http://www.mosaconcerts.org/ NEXT WEEK Saturday, April 21 Confirmation at 10AM - The class will be visiting Emmaus House in Harlem Spring Cleaning- Saturdays in April 3PM – 6PM Paint preparation on the ceiling of the Gymnasium OSA followed by a potluck meal. All are welcome! Sunday, April 22 Sunday school - 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship - 10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). Worship with Holy Communion - 11AM in the sanctuary. Food and fellowship in the kitchen after the service Giving Statements for the First Quarter will be distributed after service. Sunday school - 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship - Sundays at10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). Sunday, April 1st at 11AM: Passion of Our Lord/Palm Sunday. April 5th at 7PM: Maundy (Holy) Thursday service Join us for a traditional Seder (Jewish feast that marks the beginning of Passover) and the last night of Jesus’ life on earth. As this includes a meal, RSVPs are required. Please call 212-923-5757 or email osanyc[at]verizon.net Friday, April 7th at 7PM Good Friday meditation Saturday, April 7 at 11AM The children will have two activities: egg coloring and basket creations! Sunday, April 8th at 11AM Easter Sunday service followed by brunch and an egg hunt. This Sunday, April 1st: Worship at 11AM-- Passion of Our Lord/Palm Sunday. April Birthday coffee hour. All food, drink, and baked goods welcome for post-service refreshments and fellowship! Sunday school: 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship: 10AM in the Adult Ed Room (Next to pastor’s office). Council meeting: 1PM in the Adult Ed Room (Next to pastor's office) THURSDAY'S IN LENT Lenten Study: A series of studies on “The Major Characters of the New Testament.” Lead by Pastor Barrie and Min. Jacob using videos from The History Channel and various writings available to us. Starts at 6:45PM with soup and bread. 7PM Discussion and viewing of the DVD at 8PM. Short Vespers service follows. The study schedule is: March 29th – Judas (Enemy or…?) CONFIRMATION CLASS Saturday, March 31st at 10AM MARCH MADNESS Saturdays in March: Cleaning of OSA’s gymnasium. Join us this Saturday from 3PM – 6PM followed by pizza. All are welcome! CORNERSTONE CENTER EVENT Saturday, March 31st New York 19th Century Society presents: Watch Mechanisms 101. http://nyncs.org/?ai1ec_event=watch-mechanisms-101&instance_id=513 Sunday, March 25th: Worship at 11AM-- Fifth Sunday of Lent. All food, drink, and baked goods welcome for post-service refreshments and fellowship! Sunday school: 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship: 10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). THURSDAY'S IN LENT Lenten Study: A series of studies on “The Major Characters of the New Testament.” Lead by Pastor Barrie and Min. Jacob using videos from The History Channel and various writings available to us. Starts at 6:45PM with soup and bread. 7PM Discussion and viewing of the DVD at 8PM. Short Vespers service follows. The study schedule is: March 22nd – Mary (What do we know of her?) March 29th – Judas (Enemy or…?) MARCH MADNESS Saturdays in March: Cleaning of OSA’s gymnasium. Join us this Saturday from 3PM – 6PM followed by a potluck meal. All are welcome! Sunday, March 18th: Worship at 11AM -- Fourth Sunday of Lent. All food, drink, and baked goods welcome for post-service refreshments and fellowship! Sunday school: 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship: 10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). THURSDAY'S IN LENT Lenten Study: A series of studies on “The Major Characters of the New Testament.” Lead by Pastor Barrie and Min. Jacob using videos from The History Channel and various writings available to us. Starts at 6:45PM with soup and bread. 7PM Discussion and viewing of the DVD at 8PM. Short Vespers service follows. The study schedule is: March 15th – James (Controversial to Martin Luther) March 22nd – Mary (What do we know of her?) March 29th – Judas (Enemy or…?) CONFIRMATION CLASS Saturday, March 17th at 10AM MARCH MADNESS Saturdays in March: Cleaning of OSA’s gymnasium. Join us this Saturday from 3PM – 6PM followed by a potluck meal. All are welcome! Daylight Savings Time! Spring Forward begins at 2AM Sunday morning. Sunday, March 11th: Worship at 11AM-- Third Sunday of Lent. All food, drink, and baked goods welcome for post-service refreshments and fellowship! Sunday school: 10AM in the Lorenz Library. Men's Fellowship: 10AM in the Adult Ed. Room (Next to pastor’s office). MOSA Concert at 5PM “Composer Triple Bill: For Voice and …” FREE EVENT http://www.mosaconcerts.org/ THURSDAY'S IN LENT Lenten Study: A series of studies on “The Major Characters of the New Testament.” Lead by Pastor Barrie and Min. Jacob using videos from The History Channel and various writings available to us. Starts at 6:45PM with soup and bread. 7PM Discussion and viewing of the DVD at 8PM. Short Vespers service follows. The study schedule is: March 8th – Peter (The Hot-Head) March 15th – James (Controversial to Martin Luther) March 22nd – Mary (What do we know of her?) March 29th – Judas (Enemy or…?) MARCH MADNESS Saturdays in March: Cleaning of OSA’s gymnasium. Join us this Sunday from 3PM – 6PM followed by a potluck meal. All are welcome! |  Blog CategoriesAll |
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