News & Events

Here's where you'll find info about upcoming Our Saviour's events and community happenings as well as links to our church calendar, our weekly newsletter (Connections) and our monthly newsletter (SHINE).

    oslc in action

    Our Saviour's offers a vibrant array of mission and ministry opportunities for those of all ages. Check out what some of our groups have been up to lately!

    • rick sowers retirement sendoff june 29

      Rick Sowers' last Sunday as music director at OSLC will be June 29. Please plan to join us that morning for a special sendoff and to wish him the best in his retirement!

    • register for true north vbs by june 30

      Ages 4 through rising 5th-graders are invited to join us for a wildly fun time at True North VBS July 15-18 (with a special opportunity for 5th-graders to attend an extra day on July 14!). Register HERE.


      Also...TRUE NORTH doesn't happen without "U"! Can you volunteer at VBS this summer? Sign up HERE

    • host slovakia students this summer

      Again this summer, a group from the Center for Christian Education in Martin, Slovakia, will be staying in Naperville for a few weeks in July. Can you be a host home for a duration of time between July 7 and July 31? Hosts must house two students; all of the visiting students this year are female. Contact John Wagner at jcwagner21@gmail.com for more details.

    • camp 24: a 24-hour summer camp experience at lutherdale!

      In this 24-hour camp experience, you’ll enjoy waterfront activities, a Bible study, a campfire, arts & crafts, a challenge course and more. Nurture your faith, strengthen relationships and have time to PLAY! Accommodations are in Lutherdale’s Hope Conference Center. 


      Cost is $100 per adult (18+), $75 per child (4-17). Kids 0-3 are free. Saturday lunch and dinner and Sunday breakfast are included. If scholarship funds would make participating more doable for your family, contact Pastor Elisabeth!



      RSVP on THIS FORM so our pastors can plan for our group, and make sure also to register with Lutherdale HERE.

    • little free pantry to launch at os campus in july

      Our Saviour's is excited to be launching a Little Free Pantry outside Door 3 of the Our Saviour's Campus in July! Many thanks to the Scouts and DIY team members helping to construct the pantry! Little Free Pantries stock donated nonperishable snacks and other easy-to-prepare foods (cereal cups, sandwich crackers, jerky, granola/protein bars, nuts, etc.). Donations are welcome at church!

    • 2026 mozambique mission trip info sessions this july

      Mozambique Ministry's next mission trip to Mozambique is scheduled for July 2026. You can be part of this life-changing trip! Walk side by side with our mission partners in Chimoio and join them in visiting and praying with patients in their homes. Help distribute life-saving nutrition supplements; participate in school activities; and worship and prepare a meal at the Lutheran church in Chimoio. Please consider if God is calling you to be a part of this journey. Informational meetings will take place Sunday, July 20, at 11 a.m. at Celebration Campus; Wednesday, July 23, at 7 p.m. at the Our Saviour's Campus; and Sunday, July 27, at 10:10 a.m. at the Our Saviour's Campus. Questions about the trip? Please contact Pastor Elisabeth.


    • worship in the park(ing lot) at Loaves & Fishes Aug. 3

      On Sunday, Aug. 3, we will gather with our friends from St. Timothy Lutheran Church for a special outdoor worship service and service event at Loaves & Fishes Community Services, 580 Exchange Court in Aurora. Worship will start at 9:30 a.m.; food sorting will take place inside Loaves & Fishes from 10:30-11:30. Please bring your own lawn chairs and reusable water bottles for worship, and if you can, bring a donation of nonperishable goods for Loaves & Fishes.

    • bring in jackets/hoodies for baby care!

      Baby Care is looking to collect 200 more lightweight jackets/hoodies in sizes 6 months to 2T by care-kit assembly day on Sept. 15. All jackets will be bundled into care kits for delivery by Lutheran World Relief to families in need! Please drop off new or gently used jackets/hoodies in the Baby Care crib in Nelson-Niemi Fellowship Hall. Thank you for your support!

    • employment opportunity

      Our Saviour's is seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministry. The person in this position will lead faith formation from infancy through high school, working in close partnership with families, volunteers, and staff to cultivate a Christ-centered, inclusive, and life-giving ministry. This lay leadership role offers a meaningful opportunity to reimagine and revitalize a core area of congregational life. For a full description of the role, please click HERE