Update from Good Shepherd (August 31, 2023)

Greetings!

SUMMER SCHEDULE
Divine Services -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.
For a calendar of events and meetings, click here.

REGULAR SCHEDULE RESUMES AFTER LABOR DAY
     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)

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 (to be confirmed)
          DEC 3     -- Church Decoration
          DEC 24 / 25  -- Christmas services

CHURCH PICNIC
          Our annual Church Picnic will be hosted again by Colleen Fadool. The address is in the church directory or can be requested through the church office (248-349-0565 or welsnovi@aol.com). It will be Sunday, September 10 from Noon - ???. There is swimming, fishing, corn hole and other yard games. Other games will also be available.
           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 .

NEW VIDEO FOR GOOD SHEPHERD
          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!

LOOKING AHEAD TO SEPTEMBER
          The regular schedule will resume after Labor Day weekend. September 10 will kick off many opportunities to study God’s word. We have been blessed with the freedom to meet, study, and discuss God’s word and how it applies both to ourselves and to our lives in a world which does not often welcome God’s word. Whether you are asking to find answers to your own questions or are asking how you might answer someone else’s questions or challenges, these classes will allow you to gain understanding and be more firmly rooted in the faith.

          Sunday School (age 3 – 6th grade) – 9:00 AM, Sundays (begins September 10)
          Adult Bible Class (grade 7 – adult) – 9:00 AM, Sundays (begins September 10)

Our Adult Bible Class will be studying St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians.  The schedule for classes is here.
          Bible Matters (a discussion group for adults) – 6:30 PM, Wednesday (begins September 13).  We will be studying the life of Joseph: Humbled and Exalted Servant of God's People.  The weekly schedule will be posted online soon.
          Bible Information Class (for adults) – 7:00-8:30 PM, Mondays (begins September 11).  The schedule for Bible Information Class is here.
          Catechism Class (7th & 8th grade) – Sundays (beginning Sept. 10); time TBD

NOTE: If the schedule for the Bible Information Class does not agree with your schedule, please speak to Pastor Schroeder to see if another day and time can be arranged.

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.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE
          Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the service from Sunday, August 27: (131) Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, August 27, 2023 - YouTube

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS RESUME AFTER LABOR DAY
          The pastor maintains regular office hours 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.

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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 on Wednesday, September 13 at 6:30 PM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

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