Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
After many years hearing and talking about the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation we have now arrived at the month. Lutheran churches around the world and other Christian denominations will celebrate this turning point in the history of the Lord’s Church.
This month of October 2017 is a very busy one for Good Shepherd and I would like to let you know of the many happenings at our church and within the circuit.
Sunday, Oct. 1 – LWML Sunday. We worship together and thank God for this mission society within our LCMS.
Sunday, Oct. 22 – Mission Festival Sunday. Rev. Charles Olander who is involved in prison ministry in our district will be here to preach and conduct Bible Class. We will also have a meal after late service and learn more about our Central Illinois District’s Mission.
Sunday. Oct. 29 – Reformation Sunday. Special Worship Service and our last collection for the new church sign we have planned on the south end of our property.
Sunday, Oct. 29, 3:00 p.m. – Circuit-Wide Reformation 500 Festival Worship Service at Christ Lutheran Church, 311 N. Hershey Road.
We thank the Lord for these opportunities to gather and worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We join in grace alone, faith alone, and scripture alone. We are blessed to be part of this historic event and we look forward to your participation.
In Christ,
Pastor