Greetings!
SUMMER SCHEDULE
Divine Services -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.
For a calendar of events and meetings, click here.
On Sunday, July 30, we will be introducing a new hymn from the hymnal. The hymn “Your Kingdom, O God, Is My Glorious Treasure” (859) was written by David W. Rogner. This hymn reflects the Gospel lesson of the kingdom of God being compared to a man who finds a pearl of great price. The kingdom of God is our treasure, even as Jesus Christ has given up all things in order to purchase us for himself. A recording of this hymn can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iq3gb2VJXg .
SERVICE SETTING 2
In September, we will begin using Service Setting 2 in our new hymnal. In order to prepare for its use, we will be introducing parts of the liturgy on a number of Sundays in August. Following the service, we will rehearse each part of the liturgy so that when we begin its usage in September we will be familiar with it.
CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (July)
> Several sample images of LED signs were presented. Sign-A-Rama has asked us what our plans for the sign is. We are still seeking options so that we will have a sign that will serve us for at least a decade. We plan on contacting other churches whose signs are appealing and asking them where they purchased theirs. If you are willing to help with this research, speak with Dan Rauchholz.
> A virus is killing blue spruces in Novi. We need to remove 26 blue spruce trees and had 28 stumps ground up. The mulch which has resulted from this may be used on other bushes and trees so long as they are not blue spruces. After we spread mulch around our own re-plantings (to be done late summer), we will offer the remaining mulch free for the hauling. We hope to plant the new trees ourselves to save a good deal of money. Look for a work bee date later this summer.
> The promotional video for Good Shepherd is in production. An audio file was sent to Kaitlyn Cole who will add the video content to the script. This video will be on our website and can be used to give a less-than-four-minute introduction to the Lutheran Church and to Good Shepherd in particular. We hope to have it done before Labor Day. To see an example of Miss Cole’s work, look at the video she produced for Redeemer Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor (https://www.rlca2.com).
SUMMER 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.
AUGUST 4 – Detroit Tigers vs. Tampa Bay Rays
SEPT 10 – Church Picnic
On Friday, August 4, we will head out to Comerica Park for a Tigers’ game vs. the Tampa Bay Rays. First pitch is at 6:40 PM. There will be fireworks at the end of the game. Cost for tickets appears to be about $30. If you are interested in attending, please speak to David Kirvan.
GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE
Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the service from Sunday, July 23: (48) Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, July 23, 2023 - YouTube
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
The pastor will try to maintain regular office hours are Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM - Noon. However, the nice weather may lead him to read outside on his deck rather than sit in his office. 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.
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In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder
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SUMMER SCHEDULE
DIVINE SERVICES are on Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will resume on Sunday, September 10.
Bible Matters will resume in September.
GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org
PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG
www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com
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