Pastor and her family made it back safely on Tuesday, and what an uplifting message she has to share about the New Yorkers who have been working together and supporting each other on the road toward recovery from devastating losses resulting from Hurricane Sandy. It is like a miracle among the rubble.
Here is What's Happening at Good Shepherd Church over the next few weeks...
1. TONIGHT-Thur. Nov 15-The Annual Preschool Thankful Dinner will be held from 6:30 to 8pm at the Preschool. Bring a dish to pass and a non-perishable donation. Please call the Preschool (815-886-4356) to let them know you're attending.
2. Fri. Nov 16-Reports for the Church Council need to be submitted to the office today
3. Fri. Nov 16-NEW! Scrapbooking and Crafters will meet for the first time at the church beginning at 6pm and plan to go until midnight! They have plans to meet at least twice a month. See Carrie Worthington for further information.
4. Fri. Nov 16-Praise Band rehearsal at church begins at 6:30pm
5. Fri. Nov 16-Friday Bible Study will meet at 7pm at the Voruz home.
6. Sat. Nov 17-Harvest Saturday! Help is needed beginning at 10:30am (see info below)
7. Sun. Nov 18-Worship at 8:15 and/or10am with Connection Café between services. Announcements begin 10 minutes before each service.
8. Sun. Nov 18-Sunday School for children 4 years old to 5th Grade meets at 9:15am in the church office.
9. Sun. Nov 18-A New Member class will be conducted by Pastor Suzanne in the office following the 10am Worship service. All are welcome to attend and learn about our church and the ELCA.
10. Mon. Nov 19-Monday Bible Study at the Suchomel's home at 7pm
11. Mon. Nov 19-3rd Monday Study at the Sanchez home begins at 7pm
12. Tue. Nov 20-Church Council will meet at 7pm
13. Wed. Nov 21-Our annual Thanksgiving Eve Worship is at 7pm. Afterward we'll enjoy pie and dessert fellowship. Bring a friend, dessert to pass, and join us!
14. Thur. Nov 22-HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL!
15. Fri. Nov 23-Rod and Staff December newsletter information needs to be submitted TODAY!
16. Sat. Nov 24-Shepherd's Food Pantry will be open from 9:30-11:30am at 2 Belmont Dr.
17. Sun. Nov 25- Worship at 8:15 and/or10am with Connection Café between services. Announcements begin 10 minutes before each service.
18. Sun. Nov 25-Advent Book Study between 4 and 6pm this afternoon.
Scrapping Crafters, who plan to meet two Friday nights a month, will have their first meeting tomorrow night at the church beginning at 6pm! If you'd like to learn about scrapbooking, Carrie has volunteered her services in getting started. Paper crafters are also planning to work (and visit) as well. And, even though they're planning to stay until midnight, you are welcome to drop in and spend as much time as you wish. All are welcome to come join in the "crafty" fun and fellowship.
Harvest Saturday: Help is still needed on Saturday for Harvest Saturday from 10:30am (sign in) to 3pm, to collect and sort. People are also needed to bring pickups at 2:30pm to St. Andrews and help take food to the Pantry. Please contact Kim Hanahan if you plan to be there. Thanks!
Thanksgiving Eve Worship: Join us Wednesday evening at 7pm for a special worship service focused on giving thanks. Before you go to spend time with your families, come join with your church family as we thank God for the many blessings He has given us. And, be sure to stay after for our dessert fellowship. Please bring a friend, a dessert to share, and join us! All are welcome! (NOTE: There will NOT be a Wednesday study on this night.)
Advent Book Study and midweek worship: We invite you to join Pastor Suzanne and others from the Wednesday study for a 4-week Advent Book Study of the book entitled "Christmas Gifts That Won't Break." It starts November 28 and goes through the Wednesday before Christmas. The study will take place from 6:30-7:45pm, followed by Advent worship at 8pm. Books are $4 each. The book and these midweek worship services are a great opportunity to stay focused on what really matters in the midst of this busy holiday season. Join us and invite a friend too.
An invitation from Bishop Wollersheim has been extended to attend the upcoming "Coffee with the Bishop" gathering on Saturday, December 1, at Shepherd of the Hill, Lockport, from 10:00 – Noon.
In Bishop Gary Wollersheim's report to the Synod Assembly this past June he shared the following thoughts:
"The year 2012 marks the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Northern Illinois Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The word "synod" literally means "walking together." By God's grace, we have walked together faithfully realizing that we can do more together in terms of God's mission than we can do individually. God's work. Our hands."
Please note that these "Coffee with the Bishop" meetings are intended for all rostered leaders and all congregational members. The meetings will provide the opportunity to view the 25th Anniversary DVD, which was shown during the Bishop's report at the Synod Assembly this past June, as well as provide time for questions from those attending.
Recap from last Sunday: Pastor Bergh gave us a message last Sunday and we also heard more from our Stewardship Team. With Scriptures that reminded us that God provides for our needs, we remember that we always have enough with God.
Preview of this Sunday: Using a variety of Scripture, we'll be looking at the concept of money and commitment, as we come together to lift up our financial Faith Promises to God. What does the Bible say about money? How does our spending reflect our priorities? How does our commitment to our Jesus journey bear itself out in our daily lives? Join us!
This is a lot of information to absorb, so if you have any questions or want further details, feel free to call the office for the latest update on activities! Here's wishing you all peace, hope, joy, health, and love always.
Renea Horn Johnson
Pastoral Assistant
Good Shepherd Church
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