WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GOOD SHEPHERD CHURCH

Good Afternoon!

Yes, today is Friday!  Sorry we're late with your update.  We have been gearing up for our 2013 Annual Meeting in church on Sunday following Worship at 9am.  Please be sure to look over the reports in your packet, and bring it with you to the meeting on Sunday.  We look forward to your participation and input in the future of Good Shepherd Church.

Here's the latest information on What's Happening at Good Shepherd Church. . .

TONIGHT-Fri. Jan 24-Crafter's Night beginning at 7pm at the church

Fri. Jan 24-Friday Study meets at 7pm at the home of Laura Voruz

Sun. Jan 26-One Worship Service at 9am followed by the 2013 Annual Congregational Meeting.  Remember to bring your information packet.

Sun. Jan 26-Sunday Book Study-info below

Wed. Jan 29-Wednesday Study begins at 6:30pm with a bring-your-own supper, study of the book of Romans at 7pm with communion at 8:30pm

Fri. Jan 31-Wednesday Study meets at 7pm at the home of Laura Voruz

Sun. Feb 2-Manna order forms and payment are due today

Annual Congregational Meeting - Just a reminder that our Annual Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 26.  We will have worship service at 9am, followed by the meeting.  Please bring some kind of breakfast or brunch item to share as we gather together to discuss the future of our ministries, current financial status, elect new Council members, and more.  If you did not receive a packet and would like to look it over before the meeting, please contact Pastor Suzanne and she will make arrangements to try to drop one off for you.  Otherwise, we will have a few extras on Sunday morning.

Sunday Book Study - The next study is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, January 26, following the Annual Meeting.  It will be held at the Texley's house.  We are currently reading, "Life Together," by Dietrich Bonheoffer.  It's about being the church as a community and what that means to each of us as we "live" together.

Wednesday Study - Our next study will be this Wednesday, January 29 at the church when we'll be continuing our study on the New Testament book of Romans.  We'll gather at 6:30pm with a bring-your-own supper (or feel free to bring something to share) and then begin the study around 7pm.  We close our time together with communion around 8:30pm.  

LOOKING AHEAD—

 

Preschool Sweetheart Dance - The Preschool will be hosting their annual Sweetheart Dance on Friday, February 7th from 6:30-8:00pm.  Our very own Pastor's "wife," Steve (with a little help from Courtney) will be our DJ; there will be plenty of opportunities for dancing, games, and lots of fun!  Start your Valentine's celebration early; bring your favorite valentine to our dance and make it a special night.  Tickets on sale soon!

Commitment of Love - Pastor Suzanne will be hosting a special worship service on Saturday, February 15 at 4:00pm, followed by a family-style dinner, with musical entertainment, as well.  The service will offer the opportunity for those interested to commit to love - of spouse/partner, children, parents, friends, God, etc.  We encourage you to invite others to join us for this special time.  Because the dinner will be catered and we will also be having entertainment, there will be a nominal fee to attend.  The fee will be determined in the next few days and tickets will be available by next Sunday, February 2.  Please know that we want everyone to come who would like to so don't let ticket prices hold you back.  Be in touch with Pastor Suzanne and we'll get you there.  All are welcome...all means all!  Join us as we commit to and celebrate love!

Christmas Greenery – We still have a few poinsettias from our Christmas season.  If you'd like one, please contact Renea in the church office and she'll make arrangements to leave one for you or have you pick them up.  A donation is requested for the greenery.

As always, I'm wishing you all peace, hope, faith, love, grace and health.  Hope to see you Sunday!

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Renea Horn Johnson
Pastoral Assistant
Good Shepherd Church