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September 6, 2015

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  Deuteronomy 4:6: “Keep them and do them, for that will be your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the peoples, who, when they hear all these statutes, will say, ‘Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.’” There is no wiser, more fulfilling life than a life lived according to the Word of God. We should be encouraged by this when the world tempts us to think that the Word of God is harmful to us. Our Father loves us; so all His Word is meant to bless us.

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS, led by Pastor Lueck and meeting in the church basement at 9:15 a.m. is studying “Lutheran Doctrine and Practice Today”.

TODAY IN SUNDAY SCHOOL: This final week of “I Spy Salvation’s Story”, students investigate “The Case of the Wind and Fire: God Sends the Holy Spirit.” God sends His Spirit to establish, unite, sustain, and expand His Church. Parents could ask, “How did the Holy Spirit change the disciples on Pentecost? How does the Holy Spirit help the Church today?”

TODAY: In our prayers today we include Jordan Doddek and Heidi Bliese who will be united in Holy Matrimony next Saturday afternoon, September 12^th, at 3:30 p.m. here at Good Shepherd.

NEXT SUNDAY, September 13^th, will be our first Door Offering for our new adopted Seminary student. He is Bradley Ferch who is in his last year of studies at Concordia Theological Seminary in Ft. Wayne, IN. Bradley was born in Iowa and his home church in Trinity Lutheran Church in Litchfield Park, AZ. He is married to Carole and has two daughters, Madison and Lillian. Before studying for the ministry he was a Dental Laboratory Supervisor. We look forward to getting to know his family better throughout this academic year.

LADIES MORNING BIBLE STUDY: We will resume our Ladies Morning Bible Study on the Book “Women of the New Testament” starting Tuesday, September 15^th at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room at the church. We are on Chapter 5: “The Canaanite Women”, and will begin our Study with a light breakfast. All the Ladies from the congregation are welcome to join the Study and if you would like to know more about it, please contact Jeannette Ross at (309) 662-4622.

GOOD SHEPHERD’S BLOOD DRIVE is on Tuesday, September 22^nd, from 2-6:00 p.m. Sign-up sheets are available in the narthex but if you would prefer signing up online please go to: redcrossblood.org. Enter in our zip code, 61704, find our Blood Drive and let the blood flow. Pastor Lueck will once again kick off our Drive by reaching out his right arm and turning his head. Please join us in fun and church fellowship as we help those in need with this gift of life.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY:   Attention all crocheters and knitters! A new Prayer Shawl Ministry is being formed by Ann Hammond and Laura Kessler so that we may reach out to the needs of others who wish to know or better know Jesus as their Savior! “Threads of Grace” will begin this fall and an initial meeting will be arranged at Laura’s home (due to her mobility issues, she asks that we hold any meetings at her home, but tasty treats will be served!) Don’t know how to crochet or knit and wish to learn? Lessons will be offered! As well, donations of knitting and crochet yarn will be very welcome. Please watch the bulletin for further details. If you have any questions please feel free to call Laura at (309) 310-5607 or email her at dogdiva2@comcast.net. Thank you! 

THANK YOU: We would like to thank all who helped make our School Kit Project for the LWML a success.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS: The sign-up for help with coffee/doughnuts is posted on the wall by the north stairwell. We need an individual/family to sign-up each week to pick up the donuts and make the coffee. If no one is signed up by Friday of each week, the order will be cancelled. We thank everybody who continues to help with this part of our church fellowship.

THE CAMP CILCA GOLF OUTING is Friday, September 25^th, at The Rail in Springfield, with shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The cost of $55.00 includes golf, cart, food, and prizes. If you are interested in playing please speak with Pastor Lueck TODAY.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “There Is Something More” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from Isaiah 50:4-10. God has something more in store for all who put their faith in Him. The speaker will be Reverend Gregory Seltz. Hear this Sunday’s 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.

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 home # is (309) 661-6522; 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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August 30, 2015

 

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  Deuteronomy 4:6: “Keep them and do them, for that will be your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the peoples, who, when they hear all these statutes, will say, ‘Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.’” There is no wiser, more fulfilling life than a life lived according to the Word of God. We should be encouraged by this when the world tempts us to think that the Word of God is harmful to us. Our Father loves us; so all His Word is meant to bless us.

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS, led by Pastor Lueck and meeting in the church basement at 9:15 a.m. is studying “Lutheran Doctrine and Practice Today”.

TODAY IN SUNDAY SCHOOL:  This final week of “I Spy Salvation’s Story”, students investigate “The Case of the Wind and Fire: God Sends the Holy Spirit.” God sends His Spirit to establish, unite, sustain, and expand His Church. Parents could ask, “How did the Holy Spirit change the disciples on Pentecost? How does the Holy Spirit help the Church today?”

LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF SCHOOL KITS: The LWML is still accepting donations for the LWML’s Project: Lutheran World Relief School Kits. We need your help on filling the book bags. We now have enough pens, sharpeners, scissors, pencils and erasers. We still need: 47 rulers; 17 boxes crayons and 261 notebooks. If you have any questions please feel free to call Joann Hart at (309) 310-9205. Thank you for your help!

GOOD SHEPHERD’S BLOOD DRIVE is on Tuesday, September 22^nd, from 2-6:00 p.m. Sign-up sheets will be available in the narthex but if you would prefer signing up online please go to: redcrossblood.org. Enter in our zip code, 61704, find our Blood Drive and let the blood flow. Pastor Lueck will once again kick off our Drive by reaching out his right arm and turning his head. Please join us in fun and church fellowship as we help those in need with this gift of life.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY:   Attention all crocheters and knitters! A new Prayer Shawl Ministry is being formed by Ann Hammond and Laura Kessler so that we may reach out to the needs of others who wish to know or better know Jesus as their Savior! “Threads of Grace” will begin this fall and an initial meeting will be arranged at Laura’s home (due to her mobility issues, she asks that we hold any meetings at her home, but tasty treats will be served!) Don’t know how to crochet or knit and wish to learn? Lessons will be offered! As well, donations of knitting and crochet yarn will be very welcome. Please watch the bulletin for further details. If you have any questions please feel free to call Laura at (309) 310-5607 or email her at dogdiva2@comcast.net. Thank you!

FROM THE OFFICE: If your son or daughter is going away for college or they no longer live at home, please fill out an Information Sheet located on the table in the narthex. As their church home, we like to stay in contact during these important years by sending them Pastor’s Sermon and the monthly Church Newsletter. Please return the form to Sandy in the church office when completed. We lift our young people up in prayer as their spiritual journey continues.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS: The sign-up for help with coffee/doughnuts is posted on the wall by the north stairwell. We need an individual/family to sign-up each week to pick up the donuts and make the coffee. If no one is signed up by Friday of each week, the order will be cancelled. We thank everybody who continues to help with this part of our church fellowship.

THE CAMP CILCA GOLF OUTING is Friday, September 25^th, at The Rail in Springfield, with shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The cost of $55.00 includes golf, cart, food, and prizes. If you are interested in playing please speak with Pastor Lueck by next Sunday, September 6^th.

LUTHERAN COUPLES: Do you want to recapture that spiritual, emotional and physical intimacy you enjoyed early in your marriage? If so, a Lutheran Marriage Encounter Weekend gives you that opportunity. The next one is October 2-4 in Peoria IL. Apply now at: GodLovesMarriage.org or contact Norm and Deb Lopez at ndlopez@frontier.com.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “God’s Grand Opening” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from Mark 7:31-37. God opens hearts to new life and new opportunities, through faith in Christ. The speaker will be Reverend Gregory Seltz. Hear this Sunday’s 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 :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.

 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 home # is (309) 661-6522; 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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August 23, 2015

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP: Mark 7:11: “But you say, ‘If a man tells his father or his mother, Whatever you would have gained from me is Corban’ (that is, given to God).” Each one of our vocations, in the home, in the church, and in society have a claim on our resources. The Pharisees thought that they could use the Kingdom of God as an excuse to shirk their duty to their parents. But they were wrong. Of course, doing it the other way around would also be wrong. God has called us to be supportive of our families, our churches, and our communities each in the proper proportion.

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS, led by Pastor Lueck and meeting in the church basement at 9:15 a.m. is studying a DVD-based topic, “The Great Deceiver”. The focus is on the work of Satan from the Bible and how Christ has overcome him through His death and resurrection.

TODAY IN SUNDAY SCHOOL students look into “The Case of the Broken Bread: Road to Emmaus.” As happened after His resurrection, today we recognize Jesus through the teaching of His Word and the breaking of bread. Possible discussion questions include: “How did the men on the road respond to seeing Jesus? How can you share the good news of Jesus’ resurrection?”

ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC: Good Shepherd’s Annual Church Picnic is TODAY at 12:00 p.m. at Tipton Trails Park in Bloomington. Join us even if you didn’t get signed up.

TODAY is the deadline for items to be submitted for the SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER. Mandy Kluender is our Editor for the church newsletter and any announcements you want to be published in the Newsletter should be submitted to her at mgkluender@hotmail.com or you may call her at (309) 838-9868.

LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF SCHOOL KITS: The LWML is still accepting donations for the LWML’s Project: Lutheran World Relief School Kits. We need your help on filling the book bags. We now have enough pens, sharpeners, scissors, pencils and erasers. We still need: 47 rulers; 17 boxes crayons and 261 notebooks. If you have any questions please feel free to call Joann Hart at (309) 310-9205. Thank you for your help!

BLOOD DRIVE DATE CHANGE: Because of a scheduling conflict we have to move our upcoming Blood Drive. It is now going to be on Tuesday, September 22^nd. The time of 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. will stay the same. Drink those fluids and we will see you on the new date.

FROM THE OFFICE: If your son or daughter is going away for college or they no longer live at home, please fill out an Information Sheet located on the table in the narthex. As their church home, we like to stay in contact during these important years by sending them Pastor’s Sermon and the monthly Church Newsletter. Please return the form to Sandy in the church office when completed. We lift our young people up in prayer as their spiritual journey continues.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS: The sign-up for help with coffee/doughnuts is posted on the wall by the north stairwell. We need an individual/family to sign-up each week to pick up the donuts and make the coffee. If no one is signed up by Friday of each week, the order will be cancelled. We thank everybody who continues to help with this part of our church fellowship.

THE CAMP CILCA GOLF OUTING is Friday, September 25^th, at The Rail in Springfield, with shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. The cost of $55.00 includes golf, cart, food, and prizes. If you are interested in playing please speak with Pastor Lueck.

LUTHERAN COUPLES: Do you want to recapture that spiritual, emotional and physical intimacy you enjoyed early in your marriage? If so, a Lutheran Marriage Encounter Weekend gives you that opportunity. The next one is October 2-4 in Peoria IL. Apply now at: www.GodLovesMarriage.org or contact Norm and Deb Lopez at ndlopez@frontier.com.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “The Truth” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from 1 John 1:1-3. God’s saving truth reaches out to a world steeped in lies. The speaker will be Reverend Ken Klaus. Hear this Sunday’s 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.

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 home # is (309) 661-6522; 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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August 16, 2015

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  Ephesians 5:6-7: “Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. {7} Therefore do not associate with them.” The wrath of a God is a real thing and we do well to reflect on this. As the Small Catechism states: God threatens to punish all who break these commandments. Therefore, we should fear His wrath and not do anything against them. But He promises grace and every blessing to all who keep these commandments. Therefore, we should also love and trust in Him and gladly do what He commands.

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS, led by Pastor Lueck and meeting in the church basement at 9:15 a.m. is studying a DVD-based topic, “The Great Deceiver”. The focus is on the work of Satan from the Bible and how Christ has overcome him through His death and resurrection.

TODAY IN SUNDAY SCHOOL our students delve into “The Case of the Sharp Sword: Jesus in the Garden”. In the face of treachery, violence, and all kinds of evil, Jesus steadfastly serves the Father’s will to fulfill the Scriptures and save His people. Discuss, “Why is it important that Jesus fulfilled His Father’s will? Where do you learn God’s will?

ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC: Good Shepherd’s Annual Church Picnic is next Sunday, August 23^rd at 12:00 p.m. at Tipton Trails Park in Bloomington. Please sign-up on the sign-up sheets located on the table in the narthex if you are planning to attend. Thank you.

NEXT SUNDAY is the deadline for items to be submitted for the SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER. Mandy Kluender is our Editor for the church newsletter and any announcements you want to be published in the Newsletter should be submitted to her at mgkluender@hotmail.com or you may call her at (309) 838-9868.

LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF SCHOOL KITS: The LWML is still accepting donations for the LWML’s Project: Lutheran World Relief School Kits. We need your help on filling the book bags. We now have enough pens, sharpeners, scissors, pencils and erasers. We still need: 47 rulers; 17 boxes crayons and 261 notebooks. If you have any questions please feel free to call Joann Hart at (309) 310-9205. Thank you for your help!

BLOOD DRIVE DATE CHANGE: Because of a scheduling conflict we have to move our upcoming Blood Drive. It is now going to be on Tuesday, September 22^nd. The time of 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. will stay the same. Drink those fluids and we will see you on the new date.

FROM THE OFFICE: If your son or daughter is going away for college or they no longer live at home, please fill out an Information Sheet located on the table in the narthex. As their church home, we like to stay in contact during these important years by sending them Pastor’s Sermon and the monthly Church Newsletter. Please return the form to Sandy in the church office when completed. We lift our young people up in prayer as their spiritual journey continues.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS: The sign-up for help with coffee/doughnuts is posted on the wall by the north stairwell. We need an individual/family to sign-up each week to pick up the donuts and make the coffee. If no one is signed up by Friday of each week, the order will be cancelled. We thank everybody who continues to help with this part of our church fellowship.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “Faith Faces the Future” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from Romans 8:31. If God be for us, who can be against us? The speaker will be Reverend Gregory Seltz. Hear this Sunday’s 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.

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 home # is (309) 661-6522; 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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August 9, 2015

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:   Ephesians 4:28: “Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.” God gives us honest work to do so that we can be a blessing to others. That’s how so many of God’s blessings go: He gives to us so that we in turn can be a blessing. He graciously calls us into the midst of His own work in the world.

THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS,  led by Pastor Lueck and meeting in the church basement at 9:15 a.m. is studying a DVD-based topic, “The Great Deceiver”. The focus is on the work of Satan from the Bible and how Christ has overcome him through His death and resurrection.

TODAY IN SUNDAY SCHOOL:  The investigation for Sunday School today is “The Case of the Dried Palms: Triumphal Entry.” Jesus is the one true King of heaven and earth, worthy of praise and worship. Parents could ask, “How did the people celebrate the arrival of Jesus? How can you celebrate Jesus your Savior today?”

TODAY:  We will have a door Offering for Reverend Michael Kearney and family. Beginning in September, we will be assigned a new student from the Seminary that we will support during the school year.

ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC:  Good Shepherd’s Annual Church Picnic will be held on Sunday, August 23^rd at 12:00 p.m. at Tipton Trails Park in Bloomington. Please sign-up on the sign-up sheets located on the table in the narthex if you are planning to attend. Thank you.

LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF SCHOOL KITS:  It’s that time again for the LWML’s Project: Lutheran World Relief School Kits. We need your help on filling the book bags. Each bag needs the following: (4) 70 sheet Notebooks; (1) Ruler; (1) Pencil Sharpener; (1) Scissors; (5) #2 pencils; (5) Black or Blue Ballpoint pens; (1) box of 16 or 24 Crayons and (1) 2½” eraser. Any questions please feel free to call Joann Hart at (309) 310-9205. Thank you for your help!

FROM THE OFFICE:  If your son or daughter is going away for college or they no longer live at home, please fill out an Information Sheet located on the table in the narthex. As their church home, we like to stay in contact during these important years by sending them Pastor’s Sermon and the monthly Church Newsletter. Please return the form to Sandy in the church office when completed. We lift our young people up in prayer as their spiritual journey continues.

OUR BROCHURE RACK:  Have you visited the Brochure Rack in the church narthex lately? Did you know there is a booklet on “Post-Traumatic Syndrome (PTSD)” on the rack? Also, “The Great Deceiver”; currently the Adult Bible Study now in progress. How about booklets about cancer and depression and alzheimers? And how about “The Truth About Angels”. And many more. All these booklets are written from a Christ centered perspective. Take a moment to look through all the various topics and take several with you. Put them in your pocket and read them when you have a break. Don’t forget to share with your family and friends!

BLOOD DRIVE:  Good Shepherd’s Red Cross Blood Drive will be on Monday, September 28^th.   We look forward to seeing you and your veins in September.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS:  The sign-up for help with coffee/doughnuts is posted on the wall by the north stairwell. We need an individual/family to sign-up each week to pick up the donuts and make the coffee. If no one is signed up by Friday of each week, the order will be cancelled. We thank everybody who continues to help with this part of our church fellowship.

CAN YOU HELP?:  The International House at Illinois State, where we serve a meal each year, is looking for host families for International Students when they first arrive this August. If you are interested please speak with Pastor Lueck who has the information. Also, Pastor or his family members can tell you about the experience if you have questions.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR:  “The Inevitable Question” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from Matthew 27:22. Pontius Pilate asks the question each of us must answer: “What shall I do with Jesus?” The speaker will be Reverend Gregory Seltz. Hear this Sunday’s 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.

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 home # is (309) 661-6522; 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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August 2, 2015 

THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP:  Ephesians 4:1: “I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you were called.” The callings we have from the Lord are our “vocations.” Here Paul talks about our vocation as Christian. We are called to be His people and to reflect His love, generosity, and peace within the Church.

TODAY: We thank and ask the Lord’s blessings be upon Reverend William Jensen, pastor of Wittenberg Lutheran Center on the campus of Illinois State University, for conducting worship and Bible Class for the flock at Good Shepherd this Sabbath.

PASTOR’S SCHEDUE: Pastor, Toni, Karson and Holden will return from their vacation this coming Wednesday, August 5^th. Pastor will return to the office on Thursday, August 6^th. In pastor’s absence should you need pastoral care please contact your Elder. If unsure of your Elder, please check the Elder Board in the narthex. Thank you.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Good Shepherd’s Annual Church Picnic to be held on Sunday, August 23^rd at 12:00 p.m. at Tipton Trails Park in Bloomington. Watch for more details to follow.

LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF SCHOOL KITS: It’s that time again for the LWML’s Project: Lutheran World Relief School Kits. We need your help on filling the book bags. Each bag needs the following: (4) 70 sheet Notebooks; (1) Ruler; (1) Pencil Sharpener; (1) Scissors; (5) #2 pencils; (5) Black or Blue Ballpoint pens; (1) box of 16 or 24 Crayons and (1) 2½” eraser. Any questions please feel free to call Joann Hart at (309) 310-9205. Thank you for your help!

“PRAISE GOD FROM WHO ALL BLESSINGS FLOW”: The Organ Repair and Update Fund for Good Shepherd’s 20^th Anniversary exceeded its goal of $13,325.00. As of July 20^th, our total gifts were $14,166.73. Our congregation has certainly been blessed. Great Is Thy Faithfulness!    The 20^th Church Anniversary Committee

FROM THE OFFICE: If your son or daughter is going away for college or they no longer live at home, please fill out an Information Sheet located on the table in the narthex. As their church home, we like to stay in contact during these important years by sending them Pastor’s Sermon and the monthly Church Newsletter. Please return the form to Sandy in the church office when completed. We lift our young people up in prayer as their spiritual journey continues.

BLOOD DRIVE: Good Shepherd’s Red Cross Blood Drive will be on Monday, September 28^th. In order to be eligible (56 days between blood donations) for our drive please give by the end of this month. We look forward to seeing you and your veins in September.

FELLOWSHIP HOSTS: The sign-up for help with coffee/doughnuts is posted on the wall by the north stairwell. We need an individual/family to sign-up each week to pick up the donuts and make the coffee. If no one is signed up by Friday of each week, the order will be cancelled. We thank everybody who continues to help with this part of our church fellowship.

CAN YOU HELP: The International House at Illinois State, where we serve a meal each year, is looking for host families for International Students when they first arrive this August. If you are interested please speak with Pastor Lueck who has the information. Also, Pastor or his family members can tell you about the experience if you have questions.

THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “What Do You Think of Christ?” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from Matthew 22:41-43. Everyone seems to have an opinion about Jesus; however, faith is what counts. The speaker will be Reverend Gregory Seltz. Hear this Sunday’s 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.

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 home # is (309) 661-6522; 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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