Praying the News, “During” – November 2016

November 4, 2016 by

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PRAYING THE NEWS: Ways to pray before, during, and after

As people of faith, the watching, listening to, reading, and discussing the news offers us an opportunity to pray. Prayer is a positive, life-giving response to the news. Prayer lifts our concerns before God, asks for help and guidance, and helps us find a faithful response, no matter what the news presents.

Here are some suggestions on ways to pray during the news. Additional posts feature suggestions on ways to pray before or after the news. Suggestions about scripture passages and hymns that may be useful will also be posted.

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During the news, watch for opportunities to thank God for moments of mercy, acts of justice or kindness, or beauty, awe, and creativity.

Thank you, God, for the relief workers who arrived so quickly.

   Praise God for this new law that increases support against human trafficking!

When the tragedies are reported, voice your prayer for God’s mercy.

As photos of damaged homes fill the screen, you turn immediately to prayer: Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy!

   As details of a bombing are relayed, you respond immediately with prayer: Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy, Christ, have mercy!

When specific needs are described, offer a prayer immediately.

God, bring help quickly!

   God, protect this family!

Offered by Jane Jakoubek, Good Shepherd Member and Spiritual Director

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Soup Luncheon and Country Store, November 6

October 30, 2016 by

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Good Shepherd’s Women of the ELCA welcomes all to its annual Soup Luncheon and Country Store to be held in the church’s Fellowship Hall on Sunday, November 6, from 10:30 – 1:00. A variety of soups, breads, and bars will be served. A freewill offering will be received. The Country Store will include price-as-marked Attic Treasures, baked goods, and Fair Trade organic coffee (whole bean, ground, and decaf) and teas (3 varieties).  Proceeds from the event will be distributed to support congregational, local area, and ELCA projects. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located at 701 Iowa Avenue; contact information:  563-382-3963; goodshepherddecorah.org;decorahgoodshepherd@gmail.com

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All Saints Sunday, November 6

October 30, 2016 by

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We will light candles to remember those from our congregation who have died as well as new life born among us in the past year.  There will also be an opportunity to light candles for others we remember on this day. Our bulletin cover will include the names of all those we remember within and beyond our congregation.

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This Week at Good Shepherd, October 31-November 6

October 30, 2016 by

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Tuesday, November 1
4:00 p.m. – Mary Circle, Lynne Sootheran hosts
5:00 p.m.- Evangelism Committee
7:00 p.m. – Prayers for Healing and Hope Service

Wednesday, November 2
7:30 a.m. – Men’s Breakfast
6:00 p.m. – Handbell Choir Practice
7:00 p.m. – Choir Rehearsal
8:00 p.m. – Band Rehearsal

Thursday, November 3
10:00 a.m. – Bible Study with Pastor Amy
1:30 p.m. – Property and Management Committee Meeting
5:00 p.m. – Community Meal at First Lutheran

Friday, November 4
9:30 a.m. – Stewardship Committee Meeting

Sunday, November 6 – All Saints’ Day
Daylight Savings Time Ends
8:45 a.m. – Handbell Practice
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour – Coffee Sale
10:30 a.m. – WELCA Soup Lunch and Attic Treasures Sale
10:45 a.m. – Sunday School/Confirmation

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Service of Prayers for Healing and Hope, November 1

October 27, 2016 by

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church invites the community to a service of Prayers for Healing and Hope on Tuesday, November 1 at 7:00pm. On All Saint’s Day, and one week before the national election, we will gather for a contemplative worship service to pray for healing and hope for individuals, the Decorah community and our nation.

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We will remember saints who have gone before us, share scripture, light candles amidst the darkness and join our voices in song and prayer. We will include prayers for all affected by flooding and natural disasters. Good Shepherd Music Director Brooke Joyce, Pastor Amy Larson and Liz Rog will provide leadership for the service. All are welcome.

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