November 18, 2018

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  Hebrews 10:14 – “For by a single offering he has perfected for all time those who are being sanctified.” Our Lord Jesus has provided the one offering for sin.  What we offer to the Lord is not a sacrifice for sin; we cannot buy our way into heaven with our money, works, or effort.  Rather, what we give to the Lord’s work in the Church is a thank offering, a sign of our dependency on God and all He has given us.

NEED A RIDE? If you are unable to drive to church, we have an option that is available.  Please speak with Pastor who has the details.  Thank you.

OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL meets at 9:15 a.m. in the Choir Room which is located on the 2^nd level (the west side).

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS meets in the basement at 9:15 a.m.

FAITH IN ACTION OF BLOOMINGTON/NORMAL:   One ride, one visit, one Senior at a time.  Need a ride?  Want to volunteer?  Need more information?  Call (309) 827-7780; or email: office@bnfia.org or contact Barry Hamlin at (309) 750-9424.

TODAY is the deadline for items to be submitted for the DECEMBER NEWSLETTER.   Any announcements you want to be published in the Newsletter should be submitted via email to goodshepherdblm@frontier.com, via mail, hand-delivered, or you may call (309) 662-8905 or (309) 838-1552.  Thank you!

OUR THANKSGIVING EVE WORSHIP SERVICE WITH HOLY COMMUNION is this coming Wednesday, November 21^st at 7:00 p.m.  The message is: “Is Your Face Hiding?”

THE EVANGELISM/STEWARDSHIP BOARDS is sponsoring a “Decorate the Church for Advent/Christmas” gathering after the 10:30 Worship Service on Sunday, December 2^nd.  The Board will provide lunch, you provide muscle and jolliness!

NEW TODAY:  New on the table in the narthex: “Who Is Jesus?”; and “Why Did Jesus Die?”  Pick up your copy today!

NEW BOOKLET:  “SCREEN-WISE KIDS” is a new booklet for kids (and older) located on the table in the narthex.    It’s no secret kids love to play on computers; tablets; and cell phones….and anything with a picture on it.  In “Screen-Wise Kids”, they’re reminded that while this is fun, even educational, it’s easy to overdo.  To help youngsters expand their horizons, grownups can set screen time schedules, review what they watch, and remind kids there’s a big, beautiful world out there—just waiting for them to explore.

THE BABY FOLD SHARING TREE is up in the narthex.  Please have your un-wrapped items to church by Sunday, December 2^nd.  If you wish to give a monetary donation please make your check payable to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and indicate on the memo line “Baby Fold”.  If you have any questions please see Paula Hardy or Toni Lueck.  Thank you!

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS:  In order to get more people involved in our Coffee/Donut Fellowship for 2018 we have two separate sign-ups: Donut Pick-up and Coffee Set-up.  We would like to encourage you to sign-up for one or the other.  You may also sign-up for both if you wish.  The sign-up is by the door by the north stairwell.

EARN A RETURN AND HELP OUR LCMS CHURCHES:  The Central Illinois District Church Extension Fund (CID-CEF) provides resources to churches in our Central Illinois District that wish to grow God’s ministry through building or expansion.  We are able to do this because of conscientious LCMS members like you who support our churches by investing in the CID-CEF – we need your continued support and investments!  As an added blessing for your investment, we are now offering a 24-Month SPECIAL RATE of 2.35% (minimum investment $500) to you as well as our church organizations to support the LCMS ministry.  Please contact Chris Anderson or Susan Short at the CID-CEF: phone: (217)793-1802, e-mail cef@cidlcms or visit our website www.cidlcms.org, (see link in lower left corner) for this special interest rate and other recent rate increases for our investment options.  Thank you for investing in the future of our LC-MS!

THE LUTHERAN HOUR:  “Birth Pains” is the topic for next Sunday.  The sermon text will be from Mark 13:1-37.  Lutheran Hour Message by Reverend Dr. Michael Ziegler.  Hear his message on The Lutheran Hour on WGN (720) at 6:00 a.m.; WJWR (104.7 FM) and WJWR (90.3 FM) both on Sunday at 3:00 p.m.  Also, if you can receive Lincoln, IL radio station WLLM (1370 AM) the program is broadcast two times on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Tune in!  You can also listen to The Lutheran Hour on your personal computer at RealAudio, www.lhm.org.

FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE:  If you miss church, please be reminded that copies of the previous week’s sermon are available on the table in the narthex.  Also, the sermon will be available on our web site at www.goodshepherdblm.org.  Thank you. 

PRAYER CHAIN:  If you have a prayer request please submit them by email to Mary Anne Kirchner at makirchner@yahoo.com or you may phone a Prayer Request to Mary Anne; her cell phone# is (309) 532-2582.  The Prayer Request box is on the table in the narthex for any written requests.

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November 11, 2018

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  Mark 12:44 – “For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.”  From Old Testament times right through to today the Lord has urged us to give to His work in the Church in proportion to how He has blessed us.  He has also called us to sacrificial giving; that is, giving that actually costs us something.  That’s the shape of true Christian generosity.

FAITH IN ACTION OF BLOOMINGTON/NORMAL:   One ride, one visit, one Senior at a time.  Need a ride?  Want to volunteer?  Need more information?  Call (309) 827-7780; or email: office@bnfia.org or contact Barry Hamlin at (309) 750-9424.

OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL meets at 9:15 a.m. in the Choir Room which is located on the 2^nd level (the west side).

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS meets in the basement at 9:15 a.m.

NEED A RIDE? If you are unable to drive to church, we have an option that is available.  Please speak with Pastor who has the details.  Thank you.

TODAY is our 2^nd Sunday door Offering for our Seminary Student.

AN IMPORTANT DAY in the life of the Church is TODAY.  We have a Voter’s Meeting following the 10:30 Worship Service.  We will be ratifying the 2019 Budget and electing Officers and Boards.  At this meeting we will also be discussing possible repairs to our roof and the inside of the Sanctuary (you have noticed the hole, right?)  Nominations for Synodical Offices will also take place.  Please look for a List of Candidates and the 2019 proposed Budget on the table in the narthex.  Before we fill ourselves with church business, we will break bread together in a church potluck.

OUR FOOD COLLECTION FOR HOME SWEET HOME MISSION will continue through TODAY.  The Food Collection Box is located in the narthex for Home Sweet Home Mission.  This coming Saturday, November 17^th, from 2-6:00 p.m., we will prepare and serve a meal there and deliver the food.  If you are interested in helping, please speak with Pastor or Becky Love.  Thank you!

STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY will be next Sunday, November 18^th.  TODAY we will hand out the 2019 Commitment Cards.  Also today you can also pick up your 2018 Commitment Envelope (if you put your name on it) on the table in the narthex

TODAY:  “SCREEN-WISE KIDS” is a new booklet for kids (and older) located on the table in the narthex.    It’s no secret kids love to play on computers; tablets; and cell phones….and anything with a picture on it.  In “Screen-Wise Kids”, they’re reminded that while this is fun, even educational, it’s easy to overdo.  To help youngsters expand their horizons, grownups can set screen time schedules, review what they watch, and remind kids there’s a big, beautiful world out there—just waiting for them to explore.

TODAY:  New on the table in the narthex: “Who Is Jesus?”; and “Why Did Jesus Die?”  Pick up your copy today!

NEXT SUNDAY is the deadline for items to be submitted for the DECEMBER NEWSLETTER.   Any announcements you want to be published in the Newsletter should be submitted via email to goodshepherdblm@frontier.com, via mail, hand-delivered, or you may call (309) 662-8905 or (309) 838-1552.  Thank you!

OUR THANKSGIVING EVE WORSHIP SERVICE WITH HOLY COMMUNION will be on Wednesday, November 21^st at 7:00 p.m.  The message is: “Is Your Face Hiding?”

THE SEASON IS FAST APPROACHING:  We will once again be sponsoring children of the Baby Fold for Christmas.  Ornaments will be placed on the Christmas tree when the list becomes available.  If you would prefer to donate a monetary gift, please give it to Toni Lueck or Paula Hardy.  If you write a check, please indicate on the memo line: “Baby Fold”.  Blessings on your generosity.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS:  In order to get more people involved in our Coffee/Donut Fellowship for 2018 we have two separate sign-ups: Donut Pick-up and Coffee Set-up.  We would like to encourage you to sign-up for one or the other.  You may also sign-up for both if you wish.  The sign-up is by the door by the north stairwell.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR:  “Once And For All” is the topic for next Sunday.  The sermon text will be from Hebrews 10:11-19.  Reverend Dr. Anthony Cook shares God’s message of forgiveness—“In Jesus, our Great High Priest, we have found the perfect and permanent solution to our separation and sins.”  Hear his message on The Lutheran Hour on WGN (720) at 6:00 a.m.; WJWR (104.7 FM) and WJWR (90.3 FM) both on Sunday at 3:00 p.m.  Also, if you can receive Lincoln, IL radio station WLLM (1370 AM) the program is broadcast two times on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Tune in!  You can also listen to The Lutheran Hour on your personal computer at RealAudio, www.lhm.org. 

FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE:  If you miss church, please be reminded that copies of the previous week’s sermon are available on the table in the narthex.  Also, the sermon will be available on our web site at www.goodshepherdblm.org.  Thank you. 

PRAYER CHAIN:  If you have a prayer request please submit them by email to Mary Anne Kirchner at makirchner@yahoo.com or you may phone a Prayer Request to Mary Anne; her cell phone # (309) 532-2582.  The Prayer Request box is on the table in the narthex for any written requests.

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November 4, 2018

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  “With angels, archangels, and with all the company of heaven …” When we gather around the altar of the Lord in His House we pray and praise God with “all the company of heaven.”  Those we have lost in the Lord are not truly lost to us – they have simply entered their rest with the Lord.  As we gather to worship our Lord, we gather along with them.  On the Last Day everything that God has given into the care of our stewardship will fade away – everything except our brothers and sisters in Christ.  Caring for one another in love and grace is our highest calling.

TODAY:  Thank you and Lord’s blessings to Reverend Mel Weseloh from Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Minier who is conducting the worship service in Pastor Lueck’s absence.  Pastor and Toni are in Bourbonnais this weekend for Karson’s Senior Day for Olivet Nazarene Football.  Today they are worshipping in Manteno at Pastor’s friends church with the boys.

NEED A RIDE? If you are unable to drive to church, we have an option that is available.  Please speak with Pastor who has the details.  Thank you.

OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL meets at 9:15 a.m. in the Choir Room which is located on the 2^nd level (the west side).

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS led by Mr. Steve Parry meets in the basement at 9:15 a.m.

NEXT SUNDAY, November 11^th, will be our 2^nd Sunday door Offering for our Seminary Student.

AN IMPORTANT DAY in the life of the Church will be NEXT SUNDAY, November 11^th.  We have a Voter’s Meeting that day following the 10:30 Worship Service.  We will be ratifying the 2019 Budget and electing Officers and Boards.  At this meeting we will also be discussing possible repairs to our roof and the inside of the Sanctuary (you have noticed the hole, right?)  Nominations for Synodical Offices will also take place.  Please look for a List of Candidates and the 2019 proposed Budget on the table in the narthex.  Before we fill ourselves with church business, we will break bread together in a church potluck.  Sign-up for this is also located in the narthex.

OUR FOOD COLLECTION FOR HOME SWEET HOME MISSION will continue through NEXT SUNDAY, November 11^th.  The Food Collection Box is located in the narthex for Home Sweet Home Mission.  On Saturday, November 17^th, from 2-6:00 p.m., we will prepare and serve a meal there and deliver the food.  If you are interested in helping, please speak with Pastor or Becky Love.  Thank you!

STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY will be on Sunday, November 18^th.  Next Sunday, on November 11th, we will hand out the 2019 Commitment Cards.  Today and next Sunday you may pick up your 2018 Commitment Envelope (if you put your name on it) on the table in the narthex

THE SEASON IS FAST APPROACHING:  We will once again be sponsoring children of the Baby Fold for Christmas.  Ornaments will be placed on the Christmas tree when the list becomes available.  If you would prefer to donate a monetary gift, please give it to Toni Lueck or Paula Hardy.  If you write a check, please indicate on the memo line: “Baby Fold”.  Blessings on your generosity.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS:  In order to get more people involved in our Coffee/Donut Fellowship for 2018 we have two separate sign-ups: Donut Pick-up and Coffee Set-up.  We would like to encourage you to sign-up for one or the other.  You may also sign-up for both if you wish.  The sign-up is by the door by the north stairwell.

YOU ARE INVITED:  Christ Lutheran Church of Normal invites you to join them TODAY, November 4, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. for a “Hymn Festival” as we sing hymns of the Church Year from our Lutheran Service Book Hymnal.  Fellowship and dessert will follow in the Parish Hall.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR:  “What Is Heaven” is the topic for next Sunday.  The sermon text will be from John 17:1-5.  A message by Michael Zeigler for next Sunday’s Lutheran Hour.  Hear his message on The Lutheran Hour on WGN (720) at 6:00 a.m.; WJWR (104.7 FM) and WJWR (90.3 FM) both on Sunday at 3:00 p.m.  Also, if you can receive Lincoln, IL radio station WLLM (1370 AM) the program is broadcast two times on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Tune in!  You can also listen to The Lutheran Hour on your personal computer at RealAudio, www.lhm.org. 

FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE:  If you miss church, please be reminded that copies of the previous week’s sermon are available on the table in the narthex.  Also, the sermon will be available on our web site at www.goodshepherdblm.org.  Thank you.

PRAYER CHAIN:  If you have a prayer request please submit them by email to Mary Anne Kirchner at makirchner@yahoo.com or you may phone a Prayer Request to Mary Anne; her cell phone# is (309) 532-2582.  The Prayer Request box is on the table in the narthex for any written requests.

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October 28, 2018

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  Romans 3:20 – “For by works of the law no human being will be justified in his sight, since through the law comes knowledge of sin.”  The Law of God is good – it’s just that we sinners cannot save ourselves by the Law.  Salvation is a free gift of God because that is the only way we could ever be saved.  The Law shows us God’s holiness and thus our own sin.  And now in Christ we can look at the Law and see it in a new light as well – as a guide for how to live a godly life in thanksgiving to God for His gracious forgiveness in Christ.

NEED A RIDE? If you are unable to drive to church, we have an option that is available.  Please speak with Pastor who has the details.  Thank you.

OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL meets at 9:15 a.m. in the Choir Room which is located on the 2^nd level (the west side).

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS meets in the basement at 9:15 a.m.

AN IMPORTANT DAY in the life of the Church will be on Sunday, November 11^th.  We have a Voter’s Meeting that day following the 10:30 Worship Service.  We will be ratifying the 2019 Budget and electing Officers and Boards.  At this meeting we will also be discussing possible repairs to our roof and the inside of the Sanctuary (you have noticed the hole, right?)  Nominations for Synodical Offices will also take place.  Please look for a List of Candidates and the 2019 proposed Budget on the table in the narthex.  Before we fill ourselves with church business, we will break bread together in a church potluck.  Sign-up for this is also located in the narthex.

OUR FOOD COLLECTION FOR HOME SWEET HOME MISSION will continue through Sunday, November 11^th.  The Food Collection Box is located in the narthex for Home Sweet Home Mission.  On Saturday, November 17^th, from 2-6:00 p.m., we will prepare and serve a meal there and deliver the food.  If you are interested in helping, please speak with Pastor or Becky Love.  Thank you!

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS:  In order to get more people involved in our Coffee/Donut Fellowship for 2018 we have two separate sign-ups: Donut Pick-up and Coffee Set-up.  We would like to encourage you to sign-up for one or the other.  You may also sign-up for both if you wish.  The sign-up is by the door by the north stairwell.

THE MUSICAL “Martin Luther A Beggar Before God” will be performed this weekend, October 26^th – 28^th at the Apollo Theater in Peoria.  For more information call (309) 369-0844 or by email: LutherplaysinPeoria@gmail.com.

YOU ARE INVITED:  Christ Lutheran Church of Normal invites you to join them NEXT SUNDAY, November 4, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. for a “Hymn Festival” as we sing hymns of the Church Year from our Lutheran Service Book Hymnal.  Fellowship and dessert will follow in the Parish Hall.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR:  “The Problem of Heaven” is the topic for next Sunday.  The sermon text will be from Revelation 7:9-18.  What if we get to heaven—and we don’t like it?  The speaker is Reverend Dr. Michael Zeigler.  Hear his message on The Lutheran Hour on WGN (720) at 6:00 a.m.; WJWR (104.7 FM) and WJWR (90.3 FM) both on Sunday at 3:00 p.m.  Also, if you can receive Lincoln, IL radio station WLLM (1370 AM) the program is broadcast two times on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Tune in!  You can also listen to The Lutheran Hour on your personal computer at RealAudio, www.lhm.org.

FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE:  If you miss church, please be reminded that copies of the previous week’s sermon are available on the table in the narthex.  Also, the sermon will be available on our web site at www.goodshepherdblm.org.  Thank you.

INFORMATION REQUESTED:  Please notify the church office if someone in the congregation or any family or friends are ill or hospitalized.

PRAYER CHAIN:  If you have a prayer request please submit them by email to Mary Anne Kirchner at makirchner@yahoo.com or you may phone a Prayer Request to Mary Anne; her cell phone# is (309) 532-2582.  The Prayer Request box is on the table in the narthex for any written requests.

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October 21, 2018

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP Mark 10.•29-30 – “Jesus said, ‘Truly, 1 say to you, there is no one who has left house or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or lands, for My sake and for the Gospel, who will not receive a hundredfold now in this time, houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and lands, with persecutions, and in the age to come eternal life.’ ” This is Jesus’ encouragement for every faithful disciple. Let it encourage you today.

NEED A RIDE? If you are unable to drive to church, we have an option that is available. Please speak with Pastor who has the details. Thank you.

OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL meets at 9:15 a.m. in the Choir Room which is located on the 2 level (the west side).

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS meets in the basement at 9:15 a.m.

TODAY is the deadline for items to be submitted for the NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER. Any announcements you want to be published in the Newsletter should be submitted via email to goodshepherdblm@frontier.com, via mail, handdelivered, or you may call (309) 662-8905 or (309) 838-1552. Thank you!

FOOD COLLECTION FOR HOME SWEET HOME MISSION: Beginning today and running through Sunday, November 11 , we have our Food Collection Box out for Home Sweet Home Mission. On Saturday, November 17^th, from 2-6:00 p.m., we will prepare and serve a meal there and deliver the food. If you are interested in helping, please speak with Pastor or Becky Love. Thank you!

NEXT SUNDAY. October 28^th, we will have a Special Order of Worship as we celebrate Reformation/All Saints’ Sunday together. Holy Communion will be celebrated in both worship Services.

LWML LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF: It’s that time again to think about purchasing items for Health Kits. Items needed for each kit: 1) One Bath Towel (dark color); 2) Two Bath Size Bars of Soap; 3) One Comb (Sturdy; No fine tooth comb); 4) One Metal Nail Clipper; 5) One Toothbrush. There also is a list of items needed on the table in the narthex for you to take with you if you need. If you have any questions please see or call Joann Hart (309) 310-9205. Thank you!

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS: In order to get more people involved in our Coffee/Donut Fellowship for 2018 we have two separate sign-ups: Donut Pick-up and Coffee Set-up. We would like to encourage you to sign-up for one or the other. You may also sign-up for both if you wish. The sign-up is by the door by the north stairwell.

THE MUSICAL “Martin Luther A Beggar Before God” will be performed the weekend of  at the Apollo Theater in Peoria. For more information call (309) 3690844 or by email: LutherplaysinPeoria@gmail.com.

YOU ARE INVITED: Christ Lutheran Church of Normal invites you to join them on Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. for a “Hymn Festival” as we sing hymns of the Church Year from our Lutheran Service Book Hymnal. Fellowship and dessert will follow in the Parish Hall.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “Stranger Than Fiction” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from Romans 3:19-28. God is the Author Who becomes part of the story—our story. The Reverend Dr. Michael Zeigler presents his first message as Lutheran Hour Speaker. Hear his message on The Lutheran Hour on WGN (720) at 6:00 a.m.; WJWR (104.7 FM) and WJWR (90.3 FM) both on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Also, if you can receive Lincoln, IL radio station WLLM (1370 AM) the program is broadcast two times on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Tune in! You can also listen to The Lutheran Hour on your personal computer at RealAudio, www.lhm.org.

FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE: If you miss church, please be reminded that copies of the previous week’s sermon are available on the table in the narthex. Thank you.

PRAYER CHAIN: If you have a prayer request please submit them by email to Mary Anne Kirchner at makirchner@yahoo.com or you may phone a Prayer Request to Mary Anne; her cell phone# is (309) 532-2582. The Prayer Request box is on the table in the narthex for any written requests.

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October 14, 2018

TODAY, in our 10:30 worship, we welcome three new members.  Renee Pinson is transferring from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Bloomington.  Renee enjoys reading and scrapbooking.  Renee has three daughters.  She lives at 907 Vale St. in Bloomington.  Her cell# is (309) 846-8112 and her email is renee.pinson@gmail.com.  Brian & Yvonne Hoop make their home at 3205 Suffolk Way in Bloomington.  Their phone# is (309) 663-8042 and their email is brian.hoop035@gmail.com.  They have one daughter.  They are retired and have lived all around the world.  Yvonne enjoys cooking, baking, gardening, reading and genealogy.  Brian’s interests are singing, golf, and handyman work.  They are transferring from Trinity Lutheran Church in Bloomington.  Please take a moment to welcome all of them to Good Shepherd.

TODAY is our 2^nd Sunday door Offering for our Seminary Student.

NEED A RIDE? If you are unable to drive to church, we have an option that is available.  Please speak with Pastor who has the details.  Thank you.

OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL meets at 9:15 a.m. in the Choir Room which is located on the 2^nd level (the west side).

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS meets in the basement at 9:15 a.m.

TIMES AND MITE BOXES CHANGE:  Mite Boxes have changed in color and design over the years, but what has never changed is the dedication of freely given Offerings for the purpose of reaching out to others with the Good News of Jesus Christ.  Districts still retain 75% of Mite Offerings for the work of the LWML at that level.  Based on the Biblical account of the widow’s mite, the Mite Box is intended for regular contributions of “mites” – Offerings above and beyond the support given to the congregation and the Synod.  Mite Box contributions amount to millions of dollars that fund district and national mission grants.  In fact, the LWML has collected over $100 million dollars since 1942.  Yes . . .these coins have and will continue to make a difference.  Thank you for contributing to the Mite Box and providing the opportunity for us to spread the Gospel to the world.

NEXT SUNDAY is the deadline for items to be submitted for the NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER.   Any announcements you want to be published in the Newsletter should be submitted via email to goodshepherdblm@frontier.com, via mail, hand-delivered, or you may call (309) 662-8905 or (309) 838-1552.  Thank you!

OCTOBER’S FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES will be held this coming Friday, October 19^th at 6:30 p.m.  The movie is: “I BELIEVE WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE”.  Nine year old Brian (Rowan Smyth) has a supernatural encounter with God, an experience that sends him on an adventurous quest to “find out more about what Christians believe.”  He faces heavy opposition from the world around him, especially from his own father Simon (Matt Lindquist), an atheist TV newscaster.  Brian finds allies in the pastor of a local church (Wilford Brimley) and a wounded U.S. Marine (Jeremy London).  Brian’s pure and innocent faith brings about manifestations of God’s extraordinary power that quickly becomes Breaking News.  Don’t miss out on this miracle packed adventure!  Join us Friday night, October 19^th at 6:30 p.m. for another great movie, good food and wonderful fellowship!

GOOD SHEPHERD’S ANNUAL VOTER’S MEETING is scheduled for Sunday, November 11, 2018, following the 10:30 worship service.  Preceding the meeting will be a potluck dinner.

LWML LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF:  It’s that time again to think about purchasing items for Health Kits.  Items needed for each kit: 1) One Bath Towel (dark color); 2) Two Bath Size Bars of Soap; 3) One Comb (Sturdy; No fine tooth comb); 4) One Metal Nail Clipper; 5) One Toothbrush.  There also is a list of items needed on the table in the narthex for you to take with you if you need.  If you have any questions please see or call Joann Hart (309) 310-9205.  Thank you!

PORTALS OF PRAYER:  The October—December 2018 Portals of Prayer are available on the book rack in the narthex.  Pick up your free copy today.

THE MUSICAL “Martin Luther A Beggar Before God” will be performed the weekend of October 26^th – 28^th at the Apollo Theater in Peoria.  For more information call (309) 369-0844 or by email: LutherplaysinPeoria@gmail.com.

YOU ARE INVITED:  Christ Lutheran Church of Normal invites you to join them on Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. for a “Hymn Festival” as we sing hymns of the Church Year from our Lutheran Service Book Hymnal.  Fellowship and dessert will follow in the Parish Hall.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR:  “We Preach Christ Crucified” is the topic for next Sunday.  The sermon text will be from 1 Corinthians 1:23-24.  In a classic message from 1955, Dr. Oswald Hoffmann talks about all the things that change–and the God Who Doesn’t.  Hear his message on The Lutheran Hour on WGN (720) at 6:00 a.m.; WJWR (104.7 FM) and WJWR (90.3 FM) both on Sunday at 3:00 p.m.  Also, if you can receive Lincoln, IL radio station WLLM (1370 AM) the program is broadcast two times on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Tune in!  You can also listen to The Lutheran Hour on your personal computer at RealAudio, www.lhm.org. 

FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE:  If you miss church, please be reminded that copies of the previous week’s sermon are available on the table in the narthex.  Also, the sermon will be available on our web site at www.goodshepherdblm.org.  Thank you.

PRAYER CHAIN:  If you have a prayer request please submit them by email to Mary Anne Kirchner at makirchner@yahoo.com or you may phone a Prayer Request to Mary Anne; her cell phone# is (309) 532-2582.  The Prayer Request box is on the table in the narthex for any written requests.

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