WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GOOD SHEPHERD CHURCH

 

Hello and Surprise!

 

Sorry we didn't get this message to you yesterday, but we were soooo busy getting the newsletter ready, preparing for this weekend's retreat and getting Sunday's final "Cultivating Fruitfulness" program ready, that time just got away from us!  Since the November Rod and Staff newsletter will be at church on Sunday, this is a short version of  "What's Happening". . . . . .

 

1.      Fri. Oct. 28 & Sat. Oct 29-Adult Retreat at the Suchomel home Fri. from 6 to 10pm and Sat. from 8:30am to 3:30pm

 

2.      Sun. Oct. 30-One Worship Service at 9:30am (Announcements begin at 9:15am)  Rod and Staff November newsletters will be distributed

 

3.      Sun. Oct. 30-Our Youth Group (6^th grade to high school) is going to the movies!

 

4.      Mon. Oct. 31-Is a school non-attendance day and the Preschool will be closed

 

5.      Tues. Nov. 1-Shepherd's Food Pantry 2 Belmont Dr.(at Rt.53) open from 6:30 to 8pm

 

6.      Wed. Nov. 2-Wednesday Bible Study at 6:30pm

 

7.      Thur. Nov. 3-G2R Study at 7pm at the Stoughton's home

 

8.      Fri. Nov. 4-Friday Study begins at 7pm

 

9.      Sun. Nov. 6-Sunday School for age 3 years to 5^th grade meets at 8:45am

 

10.  Sun. Nov. 6-50^th Anniversary Worship service at 9:30am with guest Pastor John Schumacher.  A brunch will follow the worship service.

 

Can you help?  We have had a request from Emma Miller for someone to move furniture and clean her carpet.  In addition, Emma would like to attend church, but needs a ride to do so. If you are able to provide a ride for Emma and her caretaker, please call Pastor's cell phone (815-355-2397) and she'll give you details.  Thanks for helping to serve our sister in Christ!

 

Recap from last Sunday:    Last Sunday, we talked about "Risk-Taking Mission and Service." We talked about The Golden Rule, loving ourselves and our neighbors, Matthew 25, Micah 6:8, and living our lives in a way that matters. Pastor Suzanne showed us the video to TobyMac's song, "Lose My Soul," and she challenged us with Bishop Robert Schnase's own words from Day 28 in our book, "What are we asking God to do for us and others that God has created us to do for God?" Have you been thinking about this???

Preview of this Sunday: This Sunday, we'll conclude our study of "Cultivating Fruitfulness" by looking at "Extravagant Generosity." Yep, we'll be talking about money and how what we have and how we spend reflects more than we know or even like to think about.

 

My cookie dough is at home waiting for me to bake up a few batches.  If you would like to get some for yourself, there are a few extras available.  Call the Preschool (815-886-4356) to arrange to get yours.  Remember to get your Rod and Staff in church on Sunday.  Here's wishing everyone the blessings of peace, hope, faith, joy, health, love and sunshine!  Have a wonderful weekend.

 

Renea Horn Johnson

Pastoral Assistant

Good Shepherd Church

 

 

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GOOD SHEPHERD CORRECTIONS

Good Morning!

 

We just wanted to update/correct yesterday's "What's Happening" report.  Please note the following:

• The Long Range Planning team does not have a meeting tomorrow--they got together last Sunday to take care of business
• There will be Wednesday Bible Study on October 26 at 6:30pm--it was inadvertently omitted
• Helpers at Halloween Fest tonight are asked to park in the west parking lot of the Rec center

Sorry for the confusion!  Have a great weekend.

--

Renea Horn Johnson

Pastoral Assistant

Good Shepherd Church

 

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GOOD SHEPHERD CHURCH

 

Hello!

 

Fall is really providing us with blustery days.  Can't wait to get my cookie dough order on Wednesday and bake up a few batches.  Remember to pick up your order Wednesday between 3 and 6pm at the Preschool. 

 

It is once again newsletter time!  Please be sure to send your reports in to me tomorrow so I can have the November Rod and Staff ready for everyone to get in church on October 30^th!   

 

Here is this week's "What's Happening". . . . . .

 

1.      Fri. Oct. 21-Romeoville Halloween Fest.  Come and greet the Romeoville children at the Chamber of Commerce and Rec Center Halloween Fest.  Our church/preschool will be sponsoring the craft area from 6-9 pm.  Anyone can come and help us--the more the merrier!  They have asked us to try to get there by 5:15 -5:45 to get our table assignment and instructions.  You don't have to come for the entire time, any time would be great at the Good Shepherd booth.  (NOTE:  The Friday Study will not meet tonight)

 

2.       Sat. Oct. 22-Shepherd's Food Pantry will be open from 9:30 to 11:30am at 2 Belmont Drive

 

3.      Sat. Oct. 22-Long Range Planning Committee will meet at 1pm

 

4.      Sun. Oct. 23-Worship at 9:30am (Announcements will begin at 9:15am)

 

5.      Mon. Oct. 24-Monday Bible Study meets at Suchomel's beginning at 7pm

 

6.      Wed. Oct. 26-Preschool Fundraiser Cookie Dough pick-up from 3 to 6pm today

 

7.      Fri. Oct. 28 & Sat. Oct 29-Adult Retreat at the Suchomel home Fri. from 6 to 10pm and Sat. from 8:30am to 3:30pm  (see details below)

 

8.      Sun. Oct. 30-One Worship Service at 9:30am (Announcements begin at 9:15am)  Rod and Staff November newsletters will be distributed

 

9.      Sun. Oct. 30-Our Youth Group (6^th grade to high school) is going to the movies!

 

10.  Mon. Oct. 31-Is a school non-attendance day and the Preschool will be closed

 

Adult Retreat Reminder:  Please sign up by this Sunday to let us know if you'll be coming to the Adult Retreat.  We need to plan our meals based on how many are coming, and we think this will be a great opportunity for people to get a taste of what a retreat is like.  It is being held at the home of Paul/Debbie Suchomel next Friday, October 28 from 6-10pm and Saturday, October 29 from 8:30am-3:30pm.  We hope you'll make every effort to join us, and bring a friend as well.  Pastor Suzanne will be pulling in some of our themes from the "Cultivating Fruitfulness" program during the retreat.  Please note that this retreat is for adults only (confirmed youth are welcome).  We regret that no childcare will be available.

 

Can you help?  We have had a request from Emma Miller for someone to move furniture and clean her carpet.  In addition, Emma would like to attend church, but needs a ride to do so. If you are able to provide a ride for Emma and her caretaker, please call Pastor's cell phone (815-355-2397) and she'll give you details.  Thanks for helping to serve our sister in Christ!

 

Recap from last Sunday:   As we continued on our "Cultivating Fruitfulness" journey, we gathered one-on-one to talk about our faith journeys.  Our theme this week was "Intentional Faith Development."  We shared how we have deepened our faith, how small groups have affected our journeys, and how we can strengthen our church's faith development together.  Pastor Suzanne shared how important it is for us to be in community as we are intentionally developing our faith.  We cannot do it on our own; we need each other.  She encouraged us to look at the challenges from Week 3 and decide what our own challenge might be.

 

Preview of this Sunday:  We'll continue the "Cultivating Fruitfulness" journey looking at "Risk-Taking Mission and Service."  We'll have the opportunity to think about how we, as individuals, have served others, sharing the love of Jesus.  And, we'll talk about how our congregation has been the hands and feet of God, serving the least among us.  We hope you'll join us as we think about what it means to be the body of Christ

 

An important note about Sunday programming:  If you haven't had a chance to be with us yet in October, PLEASE know that you can come at any time.  Even though you may feel like you've missed a week or two, you can still get something out of it-- we know you will!  So, if you still don't have the book, we ordered a few more and we'd love to get one to you.  Please let Pastor Suzanne know via email or text and she will do her best to get it to you before or on Sunday.  Thanks!

 

Remember to get your Rod and Staff information to me by tomorrow.  It will be greatly appreciated!  Here's wishing everyone the blessings of peace, hope, faith, joy, health, love and warmth!  Hope to see you at the Rec Center tomorrow evening.

 

Renea Horn Johnson

Pastoral Assistant

Good Shepherd Church

 

 

P.S.  We have a new answering machine in the office, so you can feel free to call and leave messages. 

 

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GOOD SHEPHERD CHURCH

Good Afternoon!

 

It looks like fall has come to us.  Right now the forecast for Sunday's Pet Blessing is for sunny with a high of 63 degrees.  Pack up your family and pets and join us from 3 to 5pm in the Petco parking lot at Weber and Airport Roads.  Bring your friends and neighbors and their pets as well.  All are welcome to come recognize the special blessing that our pets bring to our lives!

 

Here is this week's "What's Happening". . . . . .

 

1.      TONIGHT-Thur. Oct. 13-FLY Lady (Finally Loving Yourself) meets at 7pm at Lydia Faber's home

 

2.      Fri. Oct 14-Friday Night Bible Study meets at 7pm at Sheri's home

 

3.      Sat. Oct. 15-Church Council Meeting at 8:30am

 

4.      Sun. Oct. 16-Sunday School for age 3 to 5^th grade 8:45-9:25am

 

5.      Sun. Oct. 16-Worship at 9:30am (NOTE:  Announcements begin at 9:15am)

 

6.      Sun. Oct. 16-Pet Blessing from 3 to 5pm in the Petco parking lot at Weber & Airport Roads.  All pets and their families are welcome!

 

7.      Mon. Oct. 17-3^rd Monday Study meets at the Sanchez' home beginning at 7pm.

 

8.      Wed. Oct. 19-Wednesday Bible Study meets at 6:30pm at the church

 

9.      Wed. Oct. 19-Monthly Wednesday Evening Worship Service at 8pm at the church

 

10.  Fri. Oct. 21-Romeoville Halloween Fest at Village Park from 6-9pm.  Come volunteer at the Good Shepherd booth.  (NOTE:  The Friday Study will not meet tonight)

 

11.   Sat. Oct. 22-Shepherd's Food Pantry will be open from 9:30 to 11:30am at 2 Belmont Drive

 

12.  Sat. Oct. 22-Long Range Planning Committee will meet at 1pm

 

13.  Sun. Oct. 23-Worship at 9:30am (Announcements will begin at 9:15am)

 

14.  Mon. Oct. 24-Monday Bible Study meets at Suchomel's beginning at 7pm

 

15.  Wed. Oct. 26-Preschool Fundraiser Cookie Dough pick-up from 3 to 6pm today

 

16.  Fri. Oct. 28 & Sat. Oct 29-Adult Retreat at the Suchomel home Fri. from 6 to 10pm and Sat. from 8:30am to 3:30pm  (see details below)

 

MATTHEW 25:35 FUND (formerly the Social Ministry Discretionary Fund) is used to assist those in need, both in our congregation and those in the larger community.  In the past we've assisted with utility bills, prescriptions, fuel for cars, etc.  The name changed to Matthew 25:35 fund so it more clearly represented what the fund is for; "For I was hungry, and fed me.  I was thirsty, and you gave me drink.  I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home."   We recently learned of one of our own families being in need and are trying to raise as much as possible to assist in buying a furnace.  As we quickly approach colder temperatures, hopefully we can all come together to assist this family.  If you feel inclined to give to give to this family and/or the Matthew 25:35 Fund, please put your gift in an envelope clearly marked Matthew 25:35 Fund, and the monies collected will be given to this family and others in need.  Also, if you know of someone in our congregation (including yourself) in need of something, please let Pastor know.  It will be held in confidence and we'll seek resources whenever and wherever possible, starting right here within our church family.

 

Adult Retreat:  Pastor Suzanne will be leading a retreat for adults on Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29.  The Suchomel's will be hosting the retreat.  A sign-up will be available on Sunday and we hope you'll make every effort to join us.  The retreat times will be from 6-10p on Friday and 8:30a-3:30p on Saturday.  Meals will be provided on Friday evening (dinner) and Saturday (breakfast and lunch).  There will be a small fee requested to cover these costs.  Retreats are a great way to connect intimately with God and others on our journeys with Jesus.  Join us!  And invite a friend!

 

Recap from last Sunday:  Last week, as we continued our "Cultivating Fruitfulness" theme, we discussed "Passionate Worship," looking at the various Biblical references from our daily readings.  Pastor challenged us to think about what it means to worship together and how important worship is in the life of our church and in our personal journeys with Jesus.  Haven't been to worship lately?  Why not let this be the week that you come back?  You are missed and our worship is enhanced when ALL our church family is with us.

 

Preview of this Sunday:  As we continue sharing readings from the "Cultivating Fruitfulness" book, we'll be discussing "Intentional Faith Development."  We'll have the opportunity to think about why growing in our faith, intentionally, is so important to our journeys with Jesus.  We'll talk about why small groups and Bible studies are a great way to walk together in our faith development.  And, we'll use Jesus' time on earth with the disciples as our own example as to how we should be growing and maturing in our personal journeys with Jesus.  We hope you'll join us.  We have something different in mind for our "small group" time this week, so don't miss a week!!!

 

An important note about this Sunday's programming:  If you haven't had a chance to be with us yet in October, PLEASE know that you can come at any time.  Even though you may feel like you've missed a week or two, you can still get something out of it...and we know you will!  So, if you still don't have the book, we ordered a few more and we'd love to get one to you.  Please let Pastor Suzanne know via email or text and she will do her best to get it to you before or on Sunday.  Thanks!

 

 

Here's wishing everyone the blessings of peace, hope, faith, joy, health and love!

 

Renea Horn Johnson

Pastoral Assistant

Good Shepherd Church

 

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GOOD SHEPHERD CHURCH

Good Afternoon!

 

In my haste to get the newsletter published and printed last week, I incorrectly listed the date of the NI Synod Discipleship Gathering.  It is actually this coming Tuesday, October 11 at Faith Lutheran in Joliet.  There is no charge for the program, "Communication and the Congregation: What Would Jesus Tweet?" and anyone interested is welcome to attend.  Registration begins at 6:30pm.  If you would like further information or are interested in carpooling, please call the church (815-886-4354).

 

Also, the date for Cookie Dough order delivery has been changed to October 26 from 3 to 6pm, so we'll have to wait another week to enjoy the smell of baking cookies!!

 

Here is this week's "What's Happening". . . . . .

 

1.      TONIGHT-Thur. Oct. 6-G-2-R (Genesis to Revelation) Study meets at the Stoughton's at 7pm

 

2.      Fri. Oct. 7-Friday Night Bible Study meets at 7pm at Sheri's home

 

3.      Sat. Oct. 8-Shepherd's Pantry is open from 9:30 to 11:30am at 2 Belmont Dr. (at Rt. 53)

 

4.      Sat. Oct. 8-Annual CROP Walk registration at 9:15am at the Rec Center  and walk kicks off  at 10am

 

5.      Sun. Oct. 9-Announcements begin at 9:15am with Worship beginning at 9:30am.  Praise Band rehearsal to follow Worship

 

6.      Mon. Oct. 10-Monday Bible Study at 7pm at the Suchomel's

 

7.      Tue. Oct 11-NI Synod Discipleship Gathering in lieu of Ministry Night.

 

8.      Wed. Oct. 12-Wed. Bible Study at 6:30pm at the church

 

9.      Thur. Oct. 13-Ministry Team Reports are due TODAY to the church office

 

10.  Thur. Oct. 13-FLY Lady (Finally Loving Yourself) meets at 7pm at Lydia Faber's home

 

11.  Fri. Oct 14-Friday Night Bible Study meets at 7pm at Sheri's home

 

12.  Sat. Oct. 15-Church Council Meeting at 8:30am

 

13.  Sun. Oct. 16-Sunday School for age 3 to 5^th grade 8:45-9:25am

 

14.  Sun. Oct. 16-Worship at 9:30am (NOTE:  Announcements begin at 9:15am)

 

MATTHEW 25:35 FUND (formerly the Social Ministry Discretionary Fund) is used to assist those in need, both in our congregation and those in the larger community.  In the past we've assisted with utility bills, prescriptions, fuel for cars, etc.  The name changed to Matthew 25:35 fund so it more clearly represented what the fund is for; "For I was hungry, and fed me.  I was thirsty, and you gave me drink.  I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home."   We recently learned of one of our own families being in need and are trying to raise as much as possible to assist in buying a furnace.  As we quickly approach colder temperatures, hopefully we can all come together to assist this family.  If you feel inclined to give to give to this family and/or the Matthew 25:35 Fund, please put your gift in an envelope clearly marked Matthew 25:35 Fund, and the monies collected will be given to this family and others in need.  Also, if you know of someone in our congregation (including yourself) in need of something, please let Pastor know.  It will be held in confidence and we'll seek resources whenever and wherever possible, starting right here within our church family.

 

Reminders about October worship:

During the month of October, we will be offering one service at 9:30am.  Announcements begin at 9:15am each week.  We are on a special journey together and it's the hope that everyone will do their best to be present with us each Sunday in October.  Bring your "Cultivating Fruitfulness" books, Bibles and a pen...you'll need them.  If you haven't gotten the book yet, let us know and we'll see that you get a copy.  Also remember that recordings of our worship services are available to anyone who wants to keep up with the journey.

 

We were certainly blessed with a beautiful day Sunday for the tree planting/blessing at our former church site.  If you weren't able to be there, you can see it on Facebook.

 

Recap from last Sunday:  We began our journey of "Cultivating Fruitfulness."  Focusing on "Radical Hospitality," Pastor shared the various Scripture verses from the book and dug a little deeper into what the verses mean for us as we think about radically welcoming people into our church.  How are your daily challenges going?

 

Preview of this Sunday:  This week, we will be focusing on "Passionate Worship."  We hope you'll have read through Day 14 and that you've been keeping up with your daily challenges.  Be ready to talk about what worship means to you; why you come to worship; what you like about our worship styles; how we can worship God together.  It's sure to generate a lot of good discussion.

 

I trust that you are all enjoying out bit of Indian summer weather!  What a great day it will be for the CROP Walk on Saturday.  Our team is so close to their goal.  Please consider supporting this ministry in some small way if you haven't already done so.

 

FYI-Since Monday is Columbus Day, the Preschool will be closed and I will not be in the office.  We are currently experiencing problems with our answering machine.  If it will not allow you to leave a message, please call Pastor's cell phone (815-355-2397) and leave your message there. 

 

Here's wishing everyone the blessings of peace, hope, faith, joy, health and love!

 

Renea Horn Johnson

Pastoral Assistant

Good Shepherd Church