401-232-7575   office@orelc.org    54 Cedar Swamp Road  |  Smithfield  |  RI  |  02917
    Worship: 9:15 AM  |  Sunday School: 10:45 AM   

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events & Announcements

CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE

On Christmas, we celebrate the fulfillment of God's promises and the “good tidings of great joy” that to us has been born a Savior, who is Christ the Lord (Luke 2:10-11).  We are pleased to offer the following opportunities for Christmas worship:

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. We are pleased to offer a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on Tuesday, December 24, at 7:00 PM, featuring traditional Christmas readings and hymns. As a prelude, special seasonal music will be presented starting at 6:30 PM.

Christmas Day Divine Service. We will celebrate the good news of our Savior’s birth in the Divine Service on Wednesday, December 25 at 10:00 AM.

— Your servants in Christ, Pastor Stinnett, and the Board of Elders

 

YOUTH GROUP BAKE SALE

The ORELC Youth Group will be organizing a Christmas bake sale fundraiser on Sunday, December 22, before and after service.

Proceeds will support their group trip to the LCMS 2025 Higher Things Conference in June 2025.

Fill your holiday menu with a treat or two from the bake sale! Your support is appreciated!

 

POTLUCK MEAL & FOOD BANK COLLECTION

You are invited to a potluck meal in Martin Hall following the Divine Service on Sunday, December 29.

Please bring an appetizer, salad, entrĂ©e, or dessert to share. Signup sheet in the narthex for proper kitchen planning.

See you there! 

 

ALTAR FLOWERS

Altar flower memorials and thanksgivings are a lovely way to remember loved ones or mark a special occasion.

The 2025 chart is open to reserve your request of the two arrangements ($50).

Please call the church office for assistance. 232-7575. Thank you.

 

 

PORTALS OF PRAYER

Start your day. End your day. Take a break in the middle.  No matter when you need it, Portals of Prayer inspire you to live each day in Jesus' name. 

Your complimentary 'January - March 2025' copy can be mailed to you by calling the church office (232-7575) or find one in the narthex literature case.

Two sizes available: Pocket and Digest.