Update from Good Shepherd (June 18, 2026)

Greetings!

NOTE: This will be the final "Update from Good Shepherd" that will appear on this blog.

SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will resume on Sunday, September 13.  

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

PASTORAL CARE
In case of emergencies such as a hospital stay, you may contact Rev. Paul Schaefer from St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Plymouth at (734) 658-5735.
Rev. em. Gregory Gibbons can be reached at (734) 968-3523.

OPEN FORUM / VOTERS’ MEETING
          We will have our summer Open Forum after church on Sunday, June 21. The Voters’ meeting will follow to ratify any actions that need to be made.
Points of discussion:
          · Review and vote on vacancy pastoral call
          · Review of potential property opportunities and related considerations.
          · Updates on the pastoral call process and our status.
          · Discussion on protentional stewardship events and opportunities for congregational involvement.

PRE-CALL MEETING WITH THE MICHIGAN DISTRICT PRESIDENT
          The pre-call meeting with Rev. Snowden Sims took place on Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM.  Rev. em. Gregory Gibbons was called to fill in the preaching vacancy through the summer months.  Pastor Schaefer was called to be the vacancy pastor.  He will be on call for hospital visits.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from June 7, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, June 7, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (June)

>          The Smart TV has been delivered and will be installed to replace the projector and screen in the fellowship hall in the fairly near future.

>          We are hoping to have the chairs in the sanctuary reupholstered.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We are attaining a few other estimates before we begin this project.

>          We are receiving estimates to replace the flooring in the pastor’s office and in the bathrooms.

>          There have been a number of ideas proposed about the parsonage and needed repairs and maintenance.  A parsonage committee has been developed to spearhead these updates.  If you are interested in helping out or learning what plans are being made, speak to Ken Reisig and he will direct you to the members of the parsonage committee.

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

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SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (June 11, 2026)

Greetings!

SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will resume on Sunday, September 13.  

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

PASTORAL CARE
In case of emergencies such as a hospital stay, you may contact Rev. Paul Schaefer from St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Plymouth at (734) 658-5735.
Rev. em. Gregory Gibbons can be reached at (734) 968-3523.

OPEN FORUM / VOTERS’ MEETING
          We will have our summer Open Forum after church on Sunday, June 21. The Voters’ meeting will follow to ratify any actions that need to be made.
Points of discussion:
          · Review and vote on vacancy pastoral call
          · Review of potential property opportunities and related considerations.
          · Updates on the pastoral call process and our status.
          · Discussion on protentional stewardship events and opportunities for congregational involvement.

PRE-CALL MEETING WITH THE MICHIGAN DISTRICT PRESIDENT
          Rev. Snowden Sims will be coming to Good Shepherd to discuss what our members consider the strengths needed in the next pastor. Our input will help him determine who are the best eligible candidates for the call lists he will supply. All are invited to attend the pre-call meeting which will be Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from June 7, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, June 7, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (June)

>          The Smart TV has been delivered and will be installed to replace the projector and screen in the fellowship hall in the fairly near future.

>          We are hoping to have the chairs in the sanctuary reupholstered.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We are attaining a few other estimates before we begin this project.

>          We are receiving estimates to replace the flooring in the pastor’s office and in the bathrooms.

>          There have been a number of ideas proposed about the parsonage and needed repairs and maintenance.  A parsonage committee has been developed to spearhead these updates.  If you are interested in helping out or learning what plans are being made, speak to Ken Reisig and he will direct you to the members of the parsonage committee.

OFFICE HOURS
           Pastor Schroeder will be quite limited in his office hours leading up to June 14. Call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).
          Office hours for vacancy pastors will be announced later.

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

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SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (June 4, 2026)

Greetings!

SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will resume on Sunday, September 13.  

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

OPEN FORUM / VOTERS’ MEETING
          We will have our summer Open Forum after church on Sunday, June 21. The Voters’ meeting will follow to ratify any actions that need to be made.
Points of discussion:
          · Review and vote on vacancy pastoral call
          · Review of potential property opportunities and related considerations.
          · Updates on the pastoral call process and our status.
          · Discussion on protentional stewardship events and opportunities for congregational involvement.

PRE-CALL MEETING WITH THE MICHIGAN DISTRICT PRESIDENT
          Rev. Snowden Sims will be coming to Good Shepherd to discuss what our members consider the strengths needed in the next pastor. Our input will help him determine who are the best eligible candidates for the call lists he will supply. All are invited to attend the pre-call meeting which will be Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM.

FAREWELL / OPEN HOUSE FOR PASTOR AND LAURA
Good Shepherd will be hosting a farewell open house on Sunday, June 7 from 12pm until 3pm. We are inviting area congregations as well. We will be getting a food truck but also need members to help with dessert. If every family could bring a minimum of one dessert on that day that would be great. We will have tables set up for desserts in the WEF. We also need help on Saturday (June 6) and Sunday after church to set up. Ask Mary Mitchell or Dan Rauchholz how you can help. Please RSVP to Carol by May 31 at goodshepherdnovimi@outlook.com so we can have an idea of how many people will be attending.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from May 24, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, May 24, 2024.  Note: The YouTube title says 2024, but this was, indeed, in 2026.

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (May)

>          TODAY (June 4), Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Community Day will be held at the Novi Civic Center.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>          Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are still waiting for its delivery.  It will be installed shortly after that. 

>          We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>          We are hoping to have the chairs in the sanctuary reupholstered.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We are attaining a few other estimates before we begin this project.

OFFICE HOURS
           Pastor Schroeder will be quite limited in his office hours leading up to June 14. Call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).
          Office hours for vacancy pastors will be announced later.

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

==================

SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (May 28, 2026)

Greetings!

SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will resume on Sunday, September 13.  

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

OPEN FORUM / VOTERS’ MEETING
          We will have our summer Open Forum after church on Sunday, June 21. The Voters’ meeting will follow to ratify any actions that need to be made.

FAREWELL / OPEN HOUSE FOR PASTOR AND LAURA
Good Shepherd will be hosting a farewell open house on Sunday, June 7 from 12pm until 3pm. We are inviting area congregations as well. We will be getting a food truck but also need members to help with dessert. If every family could bring a minimum of one dessert on that day that would be great. We will have tables set up for desserts in the WEF. We also need help on Saturday (June 6) and Sunday after church to set up. Ask Mary Mitchell or Dan Rauchholz how you can help. Please RSVP to Carol by May 31 at goodshepherdnovimi@outlook.com so we can have an idea of how many people will be attending.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from May 24, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, May 24, 2024.  Note: The YouTube title says 2024, but this was, indeed, in 2026.

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (May)

>          On Thursday, June 4, Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Community Day will be held at the Novi Civic Center.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>          Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are still waiting for its delivery.  It will be installed shortly after that. 

>          We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>          We are hoping to have the chairs in the sanctuary reupholstered.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We are attaining a few other estimates before we begin this project.

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
          The pastor will be a little looser in observing formal office hours in the summer (usually, Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). 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).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

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SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (May 21, 2026)

Greetings!

SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters is Wednesdays at 6:30 PM and runs through May 27.  

Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will resume on Sunday, September 13.  

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

OPEN FORUM / VOTERS’ MEETING
          We will have our summer Open Forum after church on Sunday, June 21. The Voters’ meeting will follow to ratify any actions that need to be made.

BIBLE MATTERS
          Our Spring series is entitled, "Who Are These People? Lessons on Lesser-Known People of the Bible." We will be looking at some less than familiar people from the Old Testament and consider what lessons they can teach us today. Bible Matters will meet through May 27.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from May 10, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, May 10, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (May)

>          On Thursday, June 4, Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Community Day will be held at the Novi Civic Center.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>          Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are still waiting for its delivery.  It will be installed shortly after that. 

>          We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>          We are hoping to have the chairs in the sanctuary reupholstered.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We are attaining a few other estimates before we begin this project.

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
          The pastor will be a little looser in observing formal office hours in the summer (usually, Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). 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).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

==================

SUMMER SCHEDULE (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM, concludes on May 27. 

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (May 14, 2026)

Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School is Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class is Sundays at 9:00 AM.  

Bible Matters is Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.  

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

EVANGELISM & STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETINGS
          We will be meeting to determine our plans for the summer months. Our efforts are both to tighten the bonds of fellowship among us and to gather others into our fellowship. For this reason, we are combining the efforts of the Evangelism & Stewardship Committees. We will meet on Sunday, May 17 after church to discuss the best ways to do that.

ADULT BIBLE CLASS
          Why do we sing what we sing? Our final Sunday morning Bible Class (May 17) will consider hymns of the Church regarding the Church Militant, the Church Triumphant, and hymns appropriate for the Christian funeral. Adult Bible Class meets at 9:00 AM on Sunday.

BIBLE MATTERS
          Our Spring series is entitled, "Who Are These People? Lessons on Lesser-Known People of the Bible." We will be looking at some less than familiar people from the Old Testament and consider what lessons they can teach us today. Bible Matters will meet through May 27.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL

          After church on Sunday, May 17, we will have an ice cream social as we mark the end of our Sunday School and Adult Bible Classes for the summer months.  If you would like to contribute items for the ice cream social, you can go to this Sign Up Genius link to indicate what you would bring.  Thanks for your generosity.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from May 10, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, May 10, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (May)

>          On Thursday, June 4, Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Community Day will be held at the Novi Civic Center.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>          Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are still waiting for its delivery.  It will be installed shortly after that. 

>          We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>          We are planning a Work Bee on Saturday, May 16.  Look for a list of projects that we will try to tackle.

>          We are hoping to have the chairs in the sanctuary reupholstered.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We are attaining a few other estimates before we begin this project.

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS

          For the most part, the pastor will be observing formal office hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). Occasionally, duties will take him away from the office during these scheduled times, so you will still want to call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

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REGULAR SCHEDULE

Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. 

SUMMER SCHEDULE BEGINS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM, concludes on May 27. 

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (May 7, 2026)

Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School is Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class is Sundays at 9:00 AM.  We will NOT meet on May 10.

Bible Matters is Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.  

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

ADULT BIBLE CLASS

          Why do we sing what we sing?  Our Sunday morning Bible Class is looking at the hymns of the Church dating all the way back to the earliest songs of praise which were rendered to our Lord.  Hymns can be judged as good, medium, and bad.  How is that judgment determined?  Why does the pastor select the hymns he does?  We will explore these questions and others as we give careful attention to the songs we sing in worship.  The schedule can be found here.  Adult Bible Class meets at 9:00 AM on Sunday. NOTE: Adult Bible Class will NOT meet on May 10.

BIBLE MATTERS

          Our Spring series is, "Who Are These People?  Lessons on Lesser-Known People of the Bible."  The schedule is here.  We meet on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.  

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from April 12, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, April 12, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (April)

>     On Thursday, June 4, Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>    The windows above the altar and organ pipes have been replaced!! Hopefully the blinding rays of the sun will be reduced significantly. 

>    Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are waiting for its delivery and we will be installed shortly after that. 

>    We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>    We are planning a Work Bee on Saturday, May 16.  Look for a list of projects that we will try to tackle.

>    Upon the completion of the windows being replaced, we will be looking to tackle another large project—the reupholstering of the chairs in the sanctuary.  The current chairs are about 30 years old and the cushions are disintegrating.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We will be attaining another estimate before we begin this project.

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS

          For the most part, the pastor will be observing formal office hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). Occasionally, duties will take him away from the office during these scheduled times, so you will still want to call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

==================

REGULAR SCHEDULE

Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

       NOTE: We will NOT have Adult Bible Class on May 10.

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. 

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (April 30, 2026)

Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School is Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class is Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Bible Matters is Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.  We will NOT meet on May 6.

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

ADULT BIBLE CLASS

          Why do we sing what we sing?  Our Sunday morning Bible Class is looking at the hymns of the Church dating all the way back to the earliest songs of praise which were rendered to our Lord.  Hymns can be judged as good, medium, and bad.  How is that judgment determined?  Why does the pastor select the hymns he does?  We will explore these questions and others as we give careful attention to the songs we sing in worship.  The schedule can be found here.  Adult Bible Class meets at 9:00 AM on Sunday.

BIBLE MATTERS

          A new series will begin on Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 PM.  Our series will be entitled, "Who Are These People?  Lessons on Lesser-Known People of the Bible."  The schedule is here.  NOTE: Bible Matters will NOT meet on May 6.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from April 12, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, April 12, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (April)

>     On Thursday, June 4, Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>    The windows above the altar and organ pipes have been replaced!! Hopefully the blinding rays of the sun will be reduced significantly. 

>    Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are waiting for its delivery and we will be installed shortly after that. 

>    We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>    We are planning a Work Bee on Saturday, May 16.  Look for a list of projects that we will try to tackle.

>    Upon the completion of the windows being replaced, we will be looking to tackle another large project—the reupholstering of the chairs in the sanctuary.  The current chairs are about 30 years old and the cushions are disintegrating.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We will be attaining another estimate before we begin this project.

LADIES BRUNCH
          Ladies of Good Shepherd, mark your calendars for our annual Ladies Brunch. The men of Good Shepherd will be pleased to serve you brunch on Saturday, May 2 at 10:00 AM. You are welcome to invite other ladies of any age to join us for this event.  If you have not already done so, please RSVP to welsnovi@aol.com to indicate if you are coming and to inform us of any guests you will bring.

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS

          For the most part, the pastor will be observing formal office hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). Occasionally, duties will take him away from the office during these scheduled times, so you will still want to call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

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REGULAR SCHEDULE

Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.  NOTE: Bible Matters will NOT meet on May 6.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (April 23, 2026)

Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School is Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class is Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Bible Matters is Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

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

ADULT BIBLE CLASS

          Why do we sing what we sing?  Beginning on April 12, our Sunday morning Bible Class will consider the hymns of the Church dating all the way back to the earliest songs of praise which were rendered to our Lord.  Hymns can be judged as good, medium, and bad.  How is that judgment determined?  Why does the pastor select the hymns he does?  We will explore these questions and others as we give careful attention to the songs we sing in worship.  The schedule can be found here.  Adult Bible Class meets at 9:00 AM on Sunday.

BIBLE MATTERS

          A new series will begin on Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 PM.  Our series will be entitled, "Who Are These People?  Lessons on Lesser-Known People of the Bible."  The schedule is here.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from April 12, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, April 12, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (April)

>     On Thursday, June 4, Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>    The windows above the altar and organ pipes are scheduled to be replaced on Wednesday, April 22.  It will take a few days, weather permitting, to complete the project.

>    Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are waiting for its delivery and we will be installed shortly after that. 

>    We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>    We are planning a Work Bee on Saturday, May 16.  Look for a list of projects that we will try to tackle.

>    Upon the completion of the windows being replaced, we will be looking to tackle another large project—the reupholstering of the chairs in the sanctuary.  The current chairs are about 30 years old and the cushions are disintegrating.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We will be attaining another estimate before we begin this project.

LADIES BRUNCH -- Part 1
          After church on Sunday, April 26, the Ladies of Good Shepherd will be heading out to a local restaurant to enjoy a brunch together. All ladies are welcome.

LADIES BRUNCH -- Part 2
          Ladies of Good Shepherd, mark your calendars for our annual Ladies Brunch. The men of Good Shepherd will be pleased to serve you brunch on Saturday, May 2 at 10:00 AM. You are welcome to invite other ladies of any age to join us for this event.

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS

          For the most part, the pastor will be observing formal office hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). Occasionally, duties will take him away from the office during these scheduled times, so you will still want to call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

==================

REGULAR SCHEDULE

Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (April 16, 2026)

Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School is Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class is Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Bible Matters is Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

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

EVERY MEMBER VISITS

          Every four years or so, the pastor conducts visits at the homes of all the members.  It is intended to stay connected with everyone and to allow people to address any issues that may bother them or confuse them.  A sign-up sheet for Every Member Visits in April is posted at church to allow people to schedule their visit.  You can also sign up (dates through April 25) at the Sign-Up Genius link here.

ADULT BIBLE CLASS

          Why do we sing what we sing?  Beginning on April 12, our Sunday morning Bible Class will consider the hymns of the Church dating all the way back to the earliest songs of praise which were rendered to our Lord.  Hymns can be judged as good, medium, and bad.  How is that judgment determined?  Why does the pastor select the hymns he does?  We will explore these questions and others as we give careful attention to the songs we sing in worship.  The schedule can be found here.  Adult Bible Class meets at 9:00 AM on Sunday.

BIBLE MATTERS

          A new series will begin on Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 PM.  Our series will be entitled, "Who Are These People?  Lessons on Lesser-Known People of the Bible."  The schedule is here.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from April 12, 2026: Good Shepherd Novi, Divine Service, April 12, 2026

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (April)

>     On Thursday, June 4, Good Shepherd will host a table at Novi’s Community Day.  Feel free to stop by between 4:00-8:00 PM and say “Hi” to us. 

>    The windows above the altar and organ pipes are scheduled to be replaced on Wednesday, April 22.  It will take a few days, weather permitting, to complete the project.

>    Payment has been made on a Smart TV to replace our projector and screen in the fellowship hall.  We are waiting for its delivery and we will be installed shortly after that. 

>    We have had issues recording the service and uploading them on our YouTube channel.  We will be looking at replacing some equipment and running new wiring to improve our recordings.  When the new equipment is in place, we will begin to live-stream our services again.

>    We are planning a Work Bee on Saturday, May 16.  Look for a list of projects that we will try to tackle.

>    Upon the completion of the windows being replaced, we will be looking to tackle another large project—the reupholstering of the chairs in the sanctuary.  The current chairs are about 30 years old and the cushions are disintegrating.  One estimate has been received at a cost of $450 per chair.  We will be attaining another estimate before we begin this project.

LADIES BRUNCH -- Part 1
          After church on Sunday, April 26, the Ladies of Good Shepherd will be heading out to a local restaurant to enjoy a brunch together. All ladies are welcome.

LADIES BRUNCH -- Part 2
          Ladies of Good Shepherd, mark your calendars for our annual Ladies Brunch. The men of Good Shepherd will be pleased to serve you brunch on Saturday, May 2 at 10:00 AM. You are welcome to invite other ladies of any age to join us for this event.

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS

          For the most part, the pastor will be observing formal office hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). Occasionally, duties will take him away from the office during these scheduled times, so you will still want to call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

==================

REGULAR SCHEDULE

Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com  

Update from Good Shepherd (April 9, 2026)

Greetings!

REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School is Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Adult Bible Class is Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Bible Matters is Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

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

EVERY MEMBER VISITS

          Every four years or so, the pastor conducts visits at the homes of all the members.  It is intended to stay connected with everyone and to allow people to address any issues that may bother them or confuse them.  A sign-up sheet for Every Member Visits in April is posted at church to allow people to schedule their visit.  You can also sign up (dates through April 25) at the Sign-Up Genius link here.

ADULT BIBLE CLASS

          Why do we sing what we sing?  Beginning on April 12, our Sunday morning Bible Class will consider the hymns of the Church dating all the way back to the earliest songs of praise which were rendered to our Lord.  Hymns can be judged as good, medium, and bad.  How is that judgment determined?  Why does the pastor select the hymns he does?  We will explore these questions and others as we give careful attention to the songs we sing in worship.  The schedule can be found here.  Adult Bible Class meets at 9:00 AM on Sunday.

BIBLE MATTERS

          A new series will begin on Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 PM.  Our series will be entitled, "Who Are These People?  Lessons on Lesser-Known People of the Bible."  The schedule is here.

GOOD SHEPHERD ON YOUTUBE

           Services are uploaded to YouTube each week. Feel free to share the videos. Here is the Divine Service from April 5, 2026: (2988) Good Shepherd Novi, Easter Service, April 5, 2026 - YouTube

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (March)

>  We approved spending up to $25,000 to get the windows replaced above the altar and the organ pipes.  The windows will have a bronze hue on the outside.  The windows above the altar will have frosted glass on the inside; the windows above the organ pipes will be clear glass on the inside.  Installation will take place after Easter, particularly when the lawn is not too soggy. 

>  Ladies of Good Shepherd, mark your calendars for our annual Ladies Brunch.  The men of Good Shepherd will be pleased to serve you brunch on Saturday, May 2 at 10:00 AM.  You are welcome to invite other ladies to join us for this event.

REGULAR OFFICE HOURS

          For the most part, the pastor will be observing formal office hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). Occasionally, duties will take him away from the office during these scheduled times, so you will still want to call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).

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.

DO YOU LIKE US?

          Look for Good Shepherd on Facebook. Then “LIKE” us for updates and other postings. Be sure to share posts with friends.

SHARE THIS POST!
          We desire as many as possible to rejoice in the Gospel which we proclaim and confess. Share the information from our weekly email blast, links to our web page, and even to the pastor's blog to let others know that we have a space in our congregation for them!

In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder

==================

REGULAR SCHEDULE

Sunday School -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

Adult Bible Class -- Sundays at 9:00 AM.

DIVINE SERVICES -- Sundays at 10:00 AM.

Bible Matters -- Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S WEBSITE
www.GoodShepherdNovi.org

PASTOR SCHROEDER’S BLOG

www.LutheranSubject.blogspot.com