Update from Good Shepherd (June 13, 2024)

Greetings!

SUMMER SCHEDULE 

Divine Service is Sunday at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School resumes on Sunday, September 8.
Adult Bible Class resumes on Sunday, September 8.
Bible Matters will resume in September.

CALENDAR: For a calendar of events and meetings, click here.

NEW HYMN
            We will be introducing a new hymn this coming Sunday, “Your Kingdom, O God, Is My Glorious Treasure” (#859). While the tune is not particularly difficult, being familiar with it might make singing it more enjoyable for you. You can find a version of this hymn on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iq3gb2VJXg

INTRODUCTION VIDEO FOR GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH
          Here is a video to introduce people to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Novi. Share it as much as you can.

OPEN FORUM HIGHLIGHTS (June)

>    A down payment of about $13,000 was paid to the Johnson Sign Co. to begin the work on installing the LED sign for church.  Currently, the delay is due to needing the City of Novi to issue a variance so that the sign can be placed a little closer to the road.  We do anticipate that the variance will be issued, but it will not be addressed by the City of Novi until July 10.   We thank the new members who have come from Lola Park for their generous contribution toward the purchase of this sign!

>    A one-day evangelism seminar called “Everyone Outreach” will be conducted at Good Shepherd on Saturday, September 21.  It will involve a full morning session (8:00 AM – Noon), lunch, and then a one-hour session in the early afternoon.  In order to establish an outreach culture in our congregation, it is essential that as many from our congregation attend this seminar.  Please reserve the date and commit to being here for an impactful presentation.  A sign-up sheet to express your intention on attending is on the bulletin board in the fellowship hall.

>    Dan Schneider has had contact with the City of Novi to see if they will follow up on their proposal to install a new, more handicapped friendly sidewalk.  It would go out the door to the south and end at about the 4^th parking space on the east side of the parking lot.  If the City of Novi has the funds to install it, they will likely try to get it done before the November election.  There has been no further update from the City of Novi for this project.

>    A suggestion was made to improve the tinting on the window above the altar.  Anyone who sits on the north side of the church in the summer knows how blinding it can be.  We will explore options to limit the effects of glaring sunlight on our worshipers.

 GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

          Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the service from June 9, 2024: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, June 9, 2024 (youtube.com)

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
            During the summer months, it is more enjoyable to read outside than in the office, weather permitting. Call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218). 

 

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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 resumes on Sunday, September 8.
Adult Bible Class resumes on Sunday, September 8.
Bible Matters will resume in September.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

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