October 7th – Faith and Politics – A Civically Engaged Church

Many of us grew up believing that politics has no place in the life of the church, and is strictly a private matter. While it’s true that partisan politics has no place in the church, it is also true that we are called to be a public church and to fully engage in the political process through voting and advocacy. In this forum, hosted by the Social Justice sub-committee, we will look at the scriptural and theological foundations of our baptismal calling “to strive for justice and peace in all the world.” We will talk specifically about the importance of voting and how our faith informs our decision making process. This forum is part of the ELCAvotes! Initiative at Good Shepherd.

Tuesday, October 2
4:00 p.m. – Mary Circle – Joyce Becker hosts

Wednesday, October 3
7:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
8:00 p.m. – Band Practice

Thursday, October 4
10:00 a.m.- Bible Study with Pastor in the Narthex
1:30 p.m. – Property & Management Committee
5:00 p.m. – Community Meal at First Lutheran – GS hosts

Friday, October 5
7:00 p.m.- 6th-9th grade youth depart for Dirty Feet Retreat at Ewalu

Sunday, October 7 – Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost – New Member
8:45 a.m. – Handbells warmup
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion – broadcast 11:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour
10:50 a.m. – Exploring God’s Word Class and Youth Forum
11:00 a.m. – Adult Forum – Faith and Politics – A Civically Engaged Church
3:00 p.m. – Pew to Pulpit at Pulpit Rock Brewery

10:50 a.m. – Adult Forum, Narthex – DISCUSSION OF GOOD SHEPHERD’S HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM – Facilities Improvement Committee members will present recommendations for the heating and cooling (HVAC) system for the Fellowship Hall and Education wing.  Jim Fritz (FIC member) and Professor Jim Martin-Schramm, Luther College, will discuss recommended systems, why they were selected, and how they fit into Good Shepherd’s mission of stewardship of our natural resources and congregational finances.

Tuesday, September 25
7:00 p.m. – CLA Circle – Ann Naslund hosts

Wednesday, September 26
5:30 p.m. – Confirmation Class
7:00 p.m. – Choir Practice
8:00 p.m. – Band Practice

Thursday, September 27
10:00 a.m.- Bible Study with Pastor in the Narthex

Saturday, September 29
9:00 a.m.- Upper Iowa Cluster D WELCA Fall Gathering at Decorah Lutheran

Sunday, September 30 – Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion- broadcast 11:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour
10:50 a.m. – Sunday School and Youth Forum
11:00 a.m. – Adult Forum – Facilities Improvement Committee proposed renovation heating and cooling system (HVA

Adult Forum: Good Shepherd Funeral Planning Guidelines. In response to a request from members of the congregation, we have developed a set of guidelines to be used in planning a funeral at Good Shepherd without the assistance of a professional funeral home. Increasingly, our members are opting for cremation at the time of death, and with that choice comes a degree of flexibility and freedom with regard to making arrangements for one’s funeral. These new guidelines are intended to assist our members in making plans for their, or a loved one’s service, without employing a professional funeral home. Come and learn more about this option and how it may be a useful tool for you as you consider end of life planning.