Study of the Creed will be the focus of Adult Forum on Sunday, October 9. Kate Narveson will lead discussion to learn about this essential statement of belief.  Bishop Eaton has called for Lutherans to read and study the Catechism together as part of the preparatory year to the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.

A Memorial Service for Judy Mikkelsen will be held on Monday, October 10, 11:00 a.m., at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Decorah, with Pastor Amy Larson presiding. Friends may call prior to the service beginning at 9:00 a.m. A luncheon will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Winneshiek Medical Center Hospice, American Cancer Society, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or a charity of choice.

Tuesday, October 4
4:30 p.m. – Mary Circle – Julie Iverson hosts

Wednesday, October 5
7:30 a.m. – Men’s Breakfast
7:00 p.m. – Choir Rehearsal
8:00 p.m. – Band Rehearsal

Thursday, October 6
10:00 a.m. – Adult Bible Study
12:00 p.m. – Communications Sub-Committee
1:30 p.m. – Property and Management Committee
5:00 p.m. – Community Meal at First Lutheran (GS sponsored)

Saturday, October 8
10:00 a.m. – Blessing of the Animals at the Fish Hatchery

Sunday, October 9 – 21st Sunday After Pentecost
8:45 a.m. – Choir Practice
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour – Coffee Sale
10:45 a.m. – Sunday School/Confirmation
10:45 a.m.- Adult Forum on the Catechism- the Apostle’s Creed in Narthex

Monday, September 26
8:00 a.m. – CNA Class

Tuesday, September 27
7:00 p.m. – CLA Circle – Marie Freerking hosts

Wednesday, September 28
7:30 a.m. – Men’s Breakfast
6:00 p.m. – Handbell Practice
7:00 p.m. – Choir Rehearsal
8:00 p.m. – Band Rehearsal

Thursday, September 29
10:00 a.m. – Adult Bible Study

Sunday, October 2 – 20th Sunday after Pentecost
8:45 a.m. – Choir practice
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour
10:45 a.m. – Sunday School

Celebrate Social Media Sunday, an ecumenical event promoted by the ELCA, on Sunday, September 25. Everyone is invited to bring their electronic devices (phones, laptops, tablets) to church to share their favorite moments “before” and “after” the service via text, email, Facebook, Instagram or other social media.  The devices should not be used during the service.  An Adult Forum will be provided by Communications Subcommittee members to share updates to the website and answer questions.