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REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Services are at 10:00 AM on Sundays, in person and on Facebook Live. Share our services and invite friends to tune in.
Divine Services are at 10:00 AM on Sundays, in person and on Facebook Live. Share our services and invite friends to tune in.
Sunday School is on Sundays at 8:45 AM.
Adult Bible Class is on Sundays at 8:45 AM. Our current series is entitled, "Elephants in the Room: Evolution vs. the Message of Scripture."
Adult Bible Class is on Sundays at 8:45 AM. Our current series is entitled, "Elephants in the Room: Evolution vs. the Message of Scripture."
Bible Matters, a discussion group, meets on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM.
40th ANNIVERSARY OF GOOD SHEPHERD
Good Shepherd's Charter Sunday was on May 3, 1981. On Sunday, May 2, we will acknowledge Good Shepherd's 40th Anniversary with prayers of thanksgiving, with a brief video history of the congregation (produced by Brian Wilder), and with cake and ice cream after the service. We understand that COVID concerns will limit what might have been a larger attendance and celebration, but we did not want to overlook a milestone such as this. We also hope to have another celebration when we have our church picnic, which will allow for a larger attendance in an outdoor setting. The date for the church picnic has yet to be determined.
You can also check out the pastor's blog for a number of glimpses of Good Shepherd's past. There are daily posts that will run from April 27 through May 3.
OFFICE HOURS
Office hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon.
The pastor will be in his office unless a meeting has been scheduled elsewhere (consult the weekly schedule). The pastor is also available by appointment. Call or text (248-719-5218). You may also email (welsnovi@aol.com), but the response may be slower.
ADULT BIBLE CLASS
“ELEPHANTS IN THE ROOM” – Evolution vs. The Message of Scripture is on Sundays at 8:45 AM
One of the great wars being waged against the Christian faith today is done by attacking the biblical teaching of creation. Many within the Church have tried to find a compromise between creation and science (evolution) called theistic evolution. This Bible study (the schedule is here) compares scriptural teaching with theistic evolution and shows that theistic evolution ends up compromising, not just biblical creation but all the major teachings of Scripture: the nature of God’s original perfect creation, the origin and perfect nature of the first humans, the fall into sin, sin’s curse on creation, God’s plan of salvation for sinners, the saving work of Jesus Christ, and the source of “right and wrong.”
Each lesson begins with a study of Scripture and then compares that with the teachings of theistic evolutionists presented in their own words.
One of the great wars being waged against the Christian faith today is done by attacking the biblical teaching of creation. Many within the Church have tried to find a compromise between creation and science (evolution) called theistic evolution. This Bible study (the schedule is here) compares scriptural teaching with theistic evolution and shows that theistic evolution ends up compromising, not just biblical creation but all the major teachings of Scripture: the nature of God’s original perfect creation, the origin and perfect nature of the first humans, the fall into sin, sin’s curse on creation, God’s plan of salvation for sinners, the saving work of Jesus Christ, and the source of “right and wrong.”
Each lesson begins with a study of Scripture and then compares that with the teachings of theistic evolutionists presented in their own words.
BIBLE MATTERS
Bible Matters is a topical discussion group that enables God’s people to become more comfortable in discussing matters of the Christian faith and more confident in defending the Bible’s teachings. We encourage open dialogue and welcome bold questions. All are welcome to consider how God’s word addresses various topics.The schedule up to Memorial Day weekend can be found here. Bible Matters meets on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM. NOTE: We will NOT be meeting on Wednesday, May 5.
If you want to join us on Zoom, contact the pastor to get links. NOTE: Zoom viewers may likely be delegated to listening as Zoom is not a great format for participating with the group meeting in person.
CONCERNING PASTORAL CARE
Pastor Schroeder is available for private devotions, Holy Absolution, and Holy Communion to members in small groups or to individuals. You may call to set up an appointment at any time. Visits by appointment can be done either at church or at your home.
Pastor Schroeder is available for private devotions, Holy Absolution, and Holy Communion to members in small groups or to individuals. You may call to set up an appointment at any time. Visits by appointment can be done either at church or at your home.
If you want to ask for intercessions for loved ones, we will certainly remember them in our prayers, too. If your loved one has no pastor, ask if they would like Pastor Schroeder to visit them.
GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE
Feel free to share the videos. For other services, do a search for "Good Shepherd Novi." The service from Sunday, April 25 is here: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service - April 25, 2021 - YouTube
Bulletins for services can be downloaded from here (scroll down):
OFFERINGS
While we may not be meeting for worship, we do have financial obligations to meet. You may either mail your offering into Good Shepherd, or you can set up your offering to be transferred electronically from your bank. If you are interested in the automatic transfer of funds for your offering, please contact the church at (248) 349-0565 or welsnovi@aol.com.
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We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!
In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder
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REGULAR SCHEDULE
SUNDAY SCHOOL & ADULT BIBLE CLASS on Sundays at 8:45 AM.
Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
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