Greetings!
REGULAR SCHEDULE
Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Divine Service -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (begins September 13)
For a calendar of events and meetings, click here.
SERVICE SETTING 2
In September, we will begin using Service Setting 2 in our new hymnal. In order to prepare for its use, we are introducing parts of the liturgy after our services. We are rehearsing each part of the liturgy so that when we begin to use it, we will be familiar with it. The start date for Service Setting 2 is September 10.
FALL EVENTS
These events serve both to unite our own members better and to connect with people from our community. Look for ways that you can help out to make each event a success. Let’s make the most of the opportunity for each event.
SEPT 10 -- Church Picnic at Fadool’s house (Noon - ???)
OCT 6 -- Indian Restaurant outing
OCT 22 -- Trunk or Treat (3 – 5 PM)
NOV 5 -- Presentation on how a Christian may deal with Anxiety
DEC 3 -- Church Decoration
DEC ? -- Christmas for Kids (TBD)
DEC 24 / 25 -- Christmas services
Good Shepherd will be providing meat, buns, condiments, and water. You are welcome to bring other beverages. You are also asked to provide a dish to round out the meal. In order to avoid an inordinate amount of brownies, please indicate your contribution through this SignUpGenius link .
Here is a video to introduce people to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Novi. Feel free to share it as much as you can.
Shout out to Kaitlyn Cole for her work on its production!
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES
SUNDAYS at 9:00 AM. We are studying St.
Paul's letter to the Ephesians.
09/10 Ephesians 1:1-14 Chosen in Christ
09/17 Ephesians 1:15-23 Enriched by Christ
09/24 Ephesians 2:1-10 Alive in Christ
10/01 Ephesians 2:11-22 Founded upon Christ
WEDNESDAYS at 6:30 PM. We will be studying the
life of Joseph: Humbled and Exalted Servant of God's People.
Sept 13 Favoritism and Jealousy (Genesis 37)
Sept 20 NO CLASS
Sept 27 Joseph sold into slavery (Genesis 37)
Oct 4 Fleeing from temptation; Suffering for faithfulness (Genesis 39)
Oct 11 Dreams and Prophesy; Joseph is exalted (Genesis 40-41)
CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (August)
> We have arranged a presentation by a WELS member
who authored a book (“Whatever Is True” https://online.nph.net/whatever-is-true.html) about dealing with anxiety in a Christian context. He will talk about his own struggles and how
he has coped with his challenges with the word of God and prayer. Mental health has become an increasingly
common issue. The presentation will be
Sunday, November 5 at 6:30 PM, and will be presented virtually. We welcome anyone from the community to join
us for this presentation. Let your
friends know.
> We need to replace the trees which were
removed from our property. Bob Wozniak has done the research to
determine which trees and shrubs can be planted. There are a few ways you can help make this
replanting more cost-effective. You can
sponsor a tree (or trees). Cost and
sign-up will be made available in the coming weeks. OR You can be here to assist in the planting
around the church grounds. Look for a
work bee date later this summer. Your
support is appreciated.
On Sunday, September 17 after church, we will resume our Long-Range Planning meetings. We are working to establish a vision for what we want our congregation to look like in three years, five years, and/or ten years. Once we have a goal in mind, we can take the steps necessary to get there. The steps will be delegated to the committees we have. All are welcomed and encouraged to be a part of the Long-Range Planning meeting and the committees that will follow up to see that our plans are put to work. Planning great things only goes so far. We need our members committed to doing them and praying that God will bless them. If you have question about the Long-Range Planning committee, please speak to Pastor Schroeder.
GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE
Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the service from Sunday, September 3: (159) Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, September 3, 2023 - YouTube
REGULAR OFFICE HOURS
The pastor will try to maintain regular office hours are Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM - Noon. To ensure the pastor’s availability, it is best to make an appointment. He is available by phone or text (248-719-5218). You may also email (welsnovi@aol.com), but the response may be slower.
Add a touch of color to your outdoor décor this season! Yellow, bronze/orange, purple, pink, red, and white flowers are offered.
> An 8-inch pot has a flower diameter of 14-18 inches; it is $13 per plant.
> An 11-inch hanging basket has a flower diameter of 20-24 inches; it is $25 per basket.
> Flats of pansies will also be available. One flat includes 3 packs of 6 flowers; it is $20 per flat.
The deadline for orders this year will be September 8. Orders will be delivered to HCA on September 22, the same day as the HCA Family Night. All mums are grown in Zeeland, Michigan.
To purchase, go to the HCA website (www.hopehawks.org) and look for “Mum Sales” in the tabs.
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In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder
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REGULAR SCHEDULE
DIVINE SERVICES are on Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM
Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM
Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM
GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org
PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG
www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com
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