Thursday, December 30, 2021

Update from Good Shepherd (December 30, 2021)

Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE

Divine Services are at 10:00 AM on Sundays.

Services will be posted on our YouTube channel, usually on Mondays.

Sunday School and Adult Bible Class are Sundays at 8:45 AM.

Our Adult Bible Class is studying “Great Chapters of the Bible.”  That schedule can be found here.

CLICK HERE for a calendar of events and meetings.


PRIVATE CONFESSION & ABSOLUTION
          On Monday, January 3, Private Confession & Absolution will be offered without appointment. You may come to church between 6:30-8:30 PM to be absolved of any sins that particularly grieve you. Private Confession & Absolution is available throughout the year by appointment.

BIBLE INFORMATION CLASS
          Bible Information Class will begin on Monday, January 10 from 7:00-8:30 PM. This is a class to answer basic questions about the Bible and its main teachings. It is a worthy review for long-time members and an excellent opportunity for people with spiritual questions to get answers. The schedule can be found here.
          To register, contact Good Shepherd at (248) 349-0565 or email welsnovi@aol.com. NOTE: If Monday evenings conflict with your schedule, ask about alternative times and days.

ADULT BIBLE CLASS – GREAT CHAPTERS OF THE BIBLE

          While the various teachings of God are scattered throughout the Bible, the Bible sometimes documents a particular teaching in an extended portion of Scripture. They give us a great deal to ponder for our understanding, comfort, and guidance. A greater knowledge of these chapters provides a greater defense against false doctrine and a greater appreciation of God’s promises and instruction. Classes are Sundays at 8:45 AM.
          A complete schedule of 
“Great Chapters of the Bible” can be found here
Upcoming lesson include:
          Jan 9        Leviticus 16 -- The Day of Atonement
          Jan 16      Isaiah 52:13-53:12 -- The Suffering Servant
          Jan 23      Psalm 73 -- I Envied the Wicked
          Jan 30      Romans 8 -- God is For Us

NOTE: There will NOT be Sunday School or Adult Bible Class on January 2.

GAME NIGHT!
          On Saturday, January 15, Good Shepherd will host a game night. In addition to various board games and card games available, we will have a game that will involve all people. It will be an interactive game to test your knowledge over general information and meaningless tidbits. Prizes will be given to the victorious. Snacks will be provided. We will meet at 6:30 PM. All are welcome.

CHURCH UNDECORATION
         If you have a few minutes to spare, we will need people to put away the Christmas decorations after church on January 2. While we may be sad to see Christmas go, we are soon entering the Epiphany season and we want to be prepared for that. Your help is appreciated. Many hands make for light work.

BIBLE MATTERS – A discussion group
          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. Topics will be select portions of our Sunday morning Bible Class. The full schedule of our winter sessions can be found here. The short list for upcoming discussion is here:

          Jan 5            Psalm 1                             Delight in the Word of the Lord
          Jan 12          Genesis 3                          The Fall and the Curse
          Jan 19          Isaiah 52:13-53:12          The Suffering Servant

Bible Matters meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. 


GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE
     Several services have been uploaded to YouTube.  Feel free to share the videos. 

Christmas Eve: Good Shepherd Novi Christmas Eve Service 12-24-21 - YouTube
Christmas Day: Good Shepherd Novi Christmas Day Service 12-25 - YouTube
Sunday, December 26: Good Shepherd Divine Service, December 26 - YouTube

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 schedu
le). 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.

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In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

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REGULAR SCHEDULE

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM
Sunday School and Adult Bible Class resume on Sunday, January 9 at 8:45 AM.

Bible Matters resumes on Wednesday, January 5 at 6:30 PM.


GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG
www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com

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