Congregation member Marv Slind’s Adult Forum presentation will be on “The Historical Background of the Nicene Creed.” Using PowerPoint, he will explain why and how the creed was created, as well as some of its effects. His interest in the topic came from his experience teaching courses covering Roman and medieval history, both at Luther College and at Washington State University.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S LENTEN EVENTS AND WORSHIP – WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14:

NOONTIME RECITALS – The second performance in the Lenten Recital Series takes place on March 14. Held in the sanctuary, the recital lasts approximately 30 minutes and is open to the public at no charge. Attendees are welcome to bring lunches; coffee and light desserts will be served in the Fellowship Hall following the performance.

RECITAL, 12:15 p.m. – 

Good Shepherd and Luther College faculty members, Jonathon Struve, baritone, and Brooke Joyce, piano, will present a selection of art songs including Gesänge des Harfners, by Franz Schubert with texts from Goethe’s Wilhelm Meister, and Three Divine Hymns, arrangements of Henry Purcell’s music by Benjamin Britten with texts by William Fuller and Nathaniel Ingelo. Struve is an instructor of voice and Paideia. Joyce, associate professor and Composer-in-Residence, teaches theory, ear training, composition, and electronic music. He serves as the congregation’s Music Director.

WORSHIP, 5:30 p.m. – DRY BONES – From Pastor Amy: When our hope feels brittle and fragile, resurrection comes like the spring; the waters of baptism bring new life. The service begins with the liturgy for Evening Prayer from ELW. Theresa Novak’s poem, “Dry Bones – Images from Ezekiel 37”, will be read by Kathryn Thompson and Kristen Underwood and interpreted by dancer Madi Bauer, a Luther College junior. The poem is available here: https://www.sksm.edu/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/drybones.pdf Guest  choir, Luther College Cantorei, conducted by Jill Wilson, will participate in the service.

Theresa Novak (left)

Cantorei (right)

A Simple Soup Supper, prepared and served by congregation members, follows the service. All are welcome!

Tuesday, March 13
9:30 a.m. – Anna Circle – Joanne Ylvisaker hosts at Aase Haugen
5:15 p.m. – Evangelism Committee
7:00 p.m. – Set & Facilities Improvement Committee

Wednesday, March 14
7:30 a.m. – Men’s Breakfast
10:30 a.m. – Communion at Aase Haugen
12:15 p.m. – Lenten Recital – Jonathon Struve, baritone
2:00 p.m. – Miriam/Ruth Circle – LaVerne Ramsey hosts at Eastern Star
5:30 p.m. – Midweek Lenten Service – Cantorei Singing, Soup Supper following
7:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
8:00 p.m. – Band Rehearsal

Thursday, March 15
10:00 a.m. – Bible Study with Pastor Amy – Narthex
6:30 p.m. – Stewardship Committee

Sunday, March 18 – Fifth Sunday in Lent
8:45 a.m. – Band Warm-up
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion – Broadcast 11:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour
10:45 a.m. – Sunday School and Youth Forum
10:50 a.m. – Adult Forum -“The Historical Background of the Nicene Creed” – Marv Slind

Remember to “Spring Forward” on Sunday, March 11!  

Midwest Encounters Middle East 

Mark & Lois Finanger will reflect on their 28 years of living and working in Saudi Arabia. The Finangers will emphasize the unique challenges of navigating the Saudi culture, past and present.