Update from Good Shepherd (January 6, 2022)

 Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE

Divine Services are at 10:00 AM on Sundays.
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.
For a calendar of events and meetings, click here.

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

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.


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:
          January 12      Genesis 3                     The Fall and the Curse
          January 19      Isaiah 52:13-53:12     The Suffering Servant
          January 26      Romans 8                   God Is for Us
          February 2      Ephesians 1                 Chosen from Eternity in Christ
Bible Matters meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE
Services are uploaded to YouTube each week, usually the Monday after the service. Feel free to share the videos. 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 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.

BAD WEATHER POLICY FOR SERVICES AT GOOD SHEPHERD

          We will always have services as scheduled at Good Shepherd. Since I live across the parking lot, I can get to the church no matter how bad the weather gets. Even if the service is just me and my family, we will be here. For everyone else, please use your God-given common sense to determine whether or not you will get on the road to attend any service when the weather is bad. We don't want anyone to risk his or her life to be here. But if you do venture out, the scheduled service will take place. It may be only a handful with a cappella singing and/or spoken liturgy, but we will be here.
          Bible Classes and meetings may be canceled due to weather. Check your email regarding announcements to see if any of those scheduled events is canceled. If there is no email about it, it is not canceled. But again, use common sense to determine if you can make it, and call the pastor to let him know if you will not be coming.

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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 are on Sundays at 8:45 AM.
Bible Matters meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

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