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THE LATEST HAPPENINGS AT GSLC
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On a Sabbath Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues, and a woman was there who had been crippled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was bent over and could not straighten up at all. When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, “Woman, you are set free from your infirmity.” Then he put his hands on her, and immediately she straightened up and praised God.
Indignant because Jesus had healed on the Sabbath, the synagogue leader said to the people, “There are six days for work. So come and be healed on those days, not on the Sabbath.”
The Lord answered him, “You hypocrites! Doesn’t each of you on the Sabbath untie your ox or donkey from the stall and lead it out to give it water? Then should not this woman, a daughter of Abraham, whom Satan has kept bound for eighteen long years, be set free on the Sabbath day from what bound her?”
When he said this, all his opponents were humiliated, but the people were delighted with all the wonderful things he was doing.
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GOOD SHEPHERD'S SUMMER PICNIC IS THIS SUNDAY!
August 25, 2019 10:00am
Our summer picnic is this Sunday. There is still time to sign up to attend and to bring a dish to pass. The Fellowship Team is providing brats and hamburgers as well as watermelon and ice cones for dessert.
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tables for EIGHT
You’re invited to dinner! Gathering around the table for a meal can be a sacred time of connecting with others. When we share a meal, we are sharing more than the food before us, but also a part of our lives. This fall, we invite you to join others from Good Shepherd for four dinners over the course of four months. Each month you’ll gather with the same group of people (about 8 total) to eat, talk, and imagine.
This isn’t a planning session or workshop.
Our hope through these meals is for our congregation to be even more deeply connected to one another. During our dinner hour conversations, we will imagine what life together at Good Shepherd might look like in the years to come. And we trust that as we gather, two or three in Jesus’ name, that God’s Spirit will be in the midst of us.
Dates of meals:
September 18
October 9
November 20
December 11
How does it work:
All meals are held at Good Shepherd from 6:15 -7:45. The main dish and suggested prompts for conversation will be provided and we ask participants to bring a dish to pass. Each “table of 8” will be assigned a small group dining room where they will share their meal with one another.
How do I sign up?
Go to eflock.org/tablesfor8 and fill out the form there. Families will be assigned to the same table.
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ARE YOU READY TO RALLY?
Rally Day is Sunday, September 8, which is the kick off to another great year in Sunday School. Please visit our website at www.eflock.org, click on We Tell, and then Faith Formation. You will see a link to register for Sunday School. Alternatively, you can scan the QR Code in the announcements and it will lead you straight to the link. Sunday School is open to children entering 4K-6 grade.
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LISTEN LEARN AND LEAN IN BOOK CLUB
Our next book is The God Who Sees: Immigration and the Bible by Karen Gonzalez. If you would like Pastor Leah to order a copy for you please let her know by 8-31-19, so the book can be ready for pickup at church around Sept 4-6 for about $11.00. We will meet at Mission Coffee House on Post Road in Plover as follows: 9-26-19 at 7:00pm (Chapters 1-4), 10-10-19 at 7:00pm (Chapters 5-8), and 10-24-19 at 7:00pm (Chapters 9-11 and "Ideas for Action and Reflection"). Please join us and consider bringing a friend All are welcome!
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JOIN THE CHOIR
The Good Shepherd Choir wants to invite anyone who likes to sing to start thinking about joining in this wonderful group, as a new season is starting soon! Please come to the first rehearsal on September 4, or anytime afterward on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Learning and singing, lots of fun, beautiful, exciting, good music is guaranteed! If interested in, or for more information, please contact Mary Thomas, or just show up!
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CONFIRMATON IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER
August 28 and September 11
There will be Orientation for Confirmation parents whose students are entering into 7th, 8th, or 9th grade on Wednesday, August 28 from 7:00pm-8:00pm. Orientation for the students and Small Group Leaders will be Wednesday, September 11 from 6:15-7:45pm.
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WOMEN OF THE ELCA
The Women of the ELCA will sponsor our Fall retreat on September 20-21, 2019 at Imago Dei Bible Camp, Clintonville, WI. The theme is “Unity of the Spirit We Are All In This Together”. The Guest Speaker will be Kay Lynne Zastrow. The cost is $80 and scholarships are available. More information is available on our bulletin board in the Fellowship area or contact Phyllis Christie at 715-344-0742 or phyllis.christie@sbcglobal.net.
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CORE OF DISCIPLESHIP
Sunday October 6 at 11:30
Sunday October 13 at 11:30
This two-session class is intended to encounter the core of where we see God engaging and loving the world. It is designed for people new to the faith, those wishing to transfer their membership from another congregation to Good Shepherd, and for anyone who wants to review the basics of the Christian faith. Our hope is not to grow membership, but to grow in discipleship as we respond to the call of Christ in our lives.
A light meal will be provided. If you need childcare, let us know as soon as possible so we can line up care. Register at eflock.org/core
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BLOOD DRIVE
Good Shepherd is hosting a blood drive on Thursday September 5 from 2:00 – 6:00pm. There is an urgent need for blood donors. There is a signup sheet in the Welcome Area for donating blood. There is also a sign up for donating food and for helpers on the day of the drive. We have a goal of 33 donors. Blood donors can donate every 56 days. Remember to bring a photo ID and your Blood Donor card. If you don’t have a Donor card, just bring two forms of ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are appreciated. You can save some time at registration by doing the Rapid Pass. Go to:www.RedCross.org/RapidPass for more information. Rapid Pass can only be done on the day of the blood drive. It takes about an hour to donate. If you donate blood during the month of September you will receive a coupon by email for a free haircut at a participating Sport Clips.
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OFFICE FURNITURE
We have some office furniture located in the Fellowship Area that needs a new home. Come take a peek. Free will offering.
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ONE YEAR TO LIVE
Lutheran Men in Mission is sponsoring a three-day retreat from September 13 to September 15, 2019 at the Mackenzie Center in Poynette, WI. Please see the brochures on the table by the Signup and Info Center in the Welcome Area.
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A locket engraved with the initials MTW was found in the Large Group Room last Sunday. Do you know who this belongs to?
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DRIVERS NEEDED
As you know, Frances and Joyce Polson moved to Brookdale Senior Living. They are hopeful that they can continue to worship at Good Shepherd. But without a vehicle available, they need drivers to bring them to and from Sunday or Monday worship.
A signup sheet and further information for drivers are available on the Signup and Info Board in the Welcome Area. Please consider this volunteer opportunity in our faith community.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO PAT KLUETZ
At The 2019 Churchwide Assembly held in Milwaukee August 5-10, Pat Kluetz was elected to serve as the Lay Female Representative of our East Central Synod of Wisconsin for the Churchwide Council. Congratulation Pat!
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