Greetings!
REGULAR SCHEDULE RESUMES Sunday School & Adult Bible Class are Sundays at 8:45 AM.
Divine Services are Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class will be working our way through the books of 1 & 2 Samuel, seeing how God continued to preserve his plan of salvation. We will give special attention to the prophet Samuel and to the kings, Saul and David.
CHURCH PICNIC
Our Church Picnic will take place shortly after the service. You are welcome to come to church in rather casual dress on September 8. Following the service, we will fire up the grills to cook burgers and hot dogs. Meat, buns, condiments, and beverages will be provided by the church. Members are asked to bring a dish to share. A Sign Up Genius will soon be publicized to determine what kinds of additional dishes people are bringing (no need to have 10 dozen cookies and no side dishes) and to RSVP. We plan on having games and activities to allow our members to enjoy each others' company and to get to know each other better. All are welcome, including any guests who happen to be with us (whom you are encouraged to bring along).
There is a Sign Up Genius for the church picnic. You can find it here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D48A4A82EABFD0-church/17772940
In addition, we will acknowledge the completion of our mortgage payments for Good Shepherd with a mortgage burning ceremony, also on September 8.
A BIBLE CLASS ALTERNATIVE????
Some have stated that Sunday morning's 8:45 AM Adult Bible Class is too early. Since Adult Bible Class is important (it offers fellow Christians to discuss matters important to the Christian faith, presents opportunities for mutual encouragement, and strengthens our fellowship), I am entertaining the idea of offering Adult Bible Class on Wednesday evening in addition to Sunday morning. It would be the same as Sunday's Bible class, but repeated on Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM.
The question now is not, “Is this a good idea?” The question to be answered is this: “Who is committed to coming on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM?” Before this Adult Bible Class is put on the calendar, I need to k now if anyone will be attending it. (NOTE: As of this writing, only two have expressed interest.)
Please respond to welsnovi@aol.com or text (248) 719-5218 and indicate, “I will be there.” Also, include your name as this will allow me to know how many to expect. This evening class offers an opportunity to invite your friends who might think that Sunday mornings at 8:45 AM are way too early.
Finally, this will not effect our Sunday schedule (Sunday School and Adult Bible Class). These still meet at 8:45 AM on Sundays.
BIBLE BASICS CLASS to begin on Monday, September 9
Bible Basics Class is a class for the benefit of all from those who are curious about the Christian faith to those who want to be further grounded in Biblical teachings. The class is designed to cover...
... the basics of Christianity for those who desire to learn more.
... what Lutherans believe, teach, and confess about the word of God.
... what God considers “good enough” for us to get to heaven.
... how we can know who God really is.
... what God desires for all mankind.
Whether you are a Bible scholar or barely know what a Bible is, this class is for you. There is no cost. All materials are provided. Come with questions. Come with friends. Come and learn what God wants you to know.
Our Bible Basics Class will be on Mondays, 7:00-8:30 PM.
Members of Good Shepherd, you can already start thinking about whom you would bring to this class. Talk to them about it and attend with them. For more information or details, please speak with Pastor Schroeder.
On Saturday, September 7, 9:00-11:00 AM, Pastor Schroeder will be in his office and available for Private Confession & Absolution. No appointment will be necessary. If you are grieved or haunted by particular sins and desire to hear your Savior's word of forgiveness, this is for you. Pastor Schroeder will walk through the rite since it is unfamiliar to most. As the name suggests, the confession remains private. It is made to Christ. Likewise, the forgiveness is Christ's through the mouth of his minister.
Private Confession & Absolution is always available by appointment.
NOTES from Huron Valley Lutheran High School (HVL)
Upcoming Events:
Sept 7 HVL Golf Outing
Sept 19-21 HVL Rummage Sale
Join HVL’s Mailing List - Go to HVLHS.org and click on “Sign up for Newsletter” or call or email the school office at mail@hvlhs.org to be added.
OFFICE HOURS
Regular office hours at Good Shepherd will be Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. While there may be some flexibility to this schedule, we will try to keep it as regular as possible.
Regular office hours at Good Shepherd will be Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. While there may be some flexibility to this schedule, we will try to keep it as regular as possible.
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God bless you.
In Christ,
God bless you.
In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder
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SUNDAY SCHOOL -- Sundays at 8:45 AM.
ADULT BIBLE CLASS -- Sundays at 8:45 AM.
DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM
ADULT BIBLE CLASS -- Sundays at 8:45 AM.
DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM
GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org
PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG
www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com
PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG
www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com
Good Shepherd Evangelical Lutheran Church
41415 W. Nine Mile Road
Novi, Michigan 48375-4306
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Divine Services -- Sundays at 10:00 AM
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