Our Savior's Lutheran Smorgasbord

The first Our Savior's Lutheran Norse Smorgasbord was held November 1949. Since the community was predominately Norwegian, they chose the most colorful of Norwegian peasant costumes, the Hardanger. The proceeds from the first Smorgasbord made it possible to install running water in the church hall, piped down from the old parsonage. 

The Smorgasbord has become an annual tradition that has been widely recognized both near and far and it is mainly advertised by word of mouth. The wonderful result is that all members (men, women and youth) find joy in working together, putting forth a great effort each year to make this unique event successful. The food is prepared by recipes passed down from generation to generation, with each new generation learning the details.

How to Get Tickets

 Due to the popularity of the Smorgasbord and our limited seating, we use a lottery draw for tickets. In order to attend Smorgasbord, you must send a check with your time preference to be entered into a drawing for tickets. 

Please see the flyer below for details for how the ticketing process works!

Questions? Simply head to the Contact page to send us an email or call the church office at 254-675-3962.

Try Smorgasbord Recipes at Home

If you're curious about some of the Smorgasbord favorites, then pick up a copy of the Smorgasbord Recipe Cookbook. We also have Women of ELCA Cookbooks available as well.  

If you would like to order please send an order to: 
OSLC-WELCA
152 C.R. 4145
​Clifton, TX 76634

Checks can be made to OSLC-WELCA 
The Cookbooks are $15 + $5 for shipping.
​The Smorgasbord Recipes are $3 +$1 for shipping.