WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GOOD SHEPHERD CHURCH

Good Day to You!

The 3 year old Preschool class went on their fall walk today after weather cancelled it last week.  Miss Marilyn and Miss Judith had to hunt a bit finding colorful autumn leaf colors though.  How are the trees looking in your neighborhood?

Here's What's Happening around Good Shepherd . . . .

Fri. Oct. 25-Friday Study begins at 7pm at the home of Laura Voruz

Sun., Oct. 27-Worship at 8 and/or 10am with Connection Café between services

Sun. Oct. 27-Sunday Book Study at 2pm at Pastor Suzanne's house

Wed. Oct. 30- Wednesday study begins at 6:30pm with a light supper (bring a side dish to share), the study on the book of Romans, then Holy Communion at 8:30pm.  All are welcome!

Sat. Nov. 2-Holiday Vendor Fair from 10am to 2pm (see details below)

Daylight Savings time ends.  Set your clocks back an hour at bedtime Saturday night!

Sun. Nov. 3-Worship at 8 and/or 10am with Connection Café between services

Sun. Nov. 3-Sunday Book Study will meet from 4 to 6pm

Sun. Nov. 3-Turn in your Manna order forms and payment

Tue. Nov. 5-M & M's Women's Bible Study meets at 7pm at the home of Jan Sanchez

Wed. Nov. 6- Wednesday study begins at 6:30pm with a light supper (bring a side dish to share), the study on the book of Romans, then Holy Communion at 8:30pm.  Come join us!

Fri. Nov. 8-Friday Study meets at Laura Voruz' house at 7pm

Sat. Nov. 9-2nd Saturday Bible Study at 6:30pm at the Sanchez' home

Sunday Book Study – Will meet this Sunday, 10/27 at 2pm at Pastor Suzanne's house.  We are currently studying, "Life Together," by Dietrick Boenhoeffer.  It's led to some really good discussions...join us.  All are welcome!  We start with a light meal and then discussion.

Wednesday Bible Study - Join us every Wednesday, as we continue our study on the New Testament book of Romans.  Come at 6:30pm for supper, followed by our study at 7.  We conclude with communion around 8:30pm.  Bring your Bible, a side dish to share, and an open mind for learning and sharing.  All ages welcome!  Invite a friend, too.  This study takes place at the church.

A Holiday Vendor Fair is coming to Good Shepherd!  Last year's fair was such a great experience we are once again planning another for Saturday, November 2 from 10am to 4pm.  Our list of vendors has grown, but we would welcome more!  If you know someone who might be interested in selling at the Fair, please get flyers from Carrie Worthington or the church office, and then make plans to shop for your holiday gift needs as well!  There will be concessions, hot dogs, chips and pop, drawings, prizes and specials.  I heard a rumor that the Preschool has some special items they're going to be selling too.  Mark your calendar now to come and bring others too.  There is sure to be something for everyone.

Manna order forms for November will be available in church this Sunday.  Please consider ordering these convenient cards for your own everyday needs as well as for gifts.  Good Shepherd gets a percentage for each card you purchase.  Questions can be answered by Carrie Worthington or call the office.  Order forms and payments are due on November 3 and the cards ordered will be available by November 10.  Only one more ordering opportunity this year!

Recap from last Sunday:  Last Sunday, our theme was, "Persistence."  We heard the story of the persistent widow and were reminded by Jesus of how important it is to be in constant prayer and to never give up.  Jesus challenged the disciples then, as he challenges us now, through his questions - "When I return, how many will I find who have faith?"  Do you allow your circumstances to determine your faith and trust in God?  As Dr. King said, "Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."  Are you taking that first step or still standing on the landing?

Preview of this Sunday:  This Sunday, we'll be joining with Lutherans throughout the world in celebrating Reformation Sunday.  We'll hear about Martin Luther, the great Reformer, and share some of the Scriptures that changed his life and led him to a new relationship with and understanding of God.  Join us and bring a friend!

Look for the November calendar in church this Sunday, as well as the Manna order forms.  Also, the Preschool has some cookie dough available for purchase in case you didn't order or need more.  Our new Church Directory is available, too!  Please call the office (815-886-4354) to let me know if any corrections are needed in your listing.  As always, I'm wishing you peace, faith, hope, love, joy and health.  

Renea Horn Johnson

Pastoral Assistant

Good Shepherd Church