The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

Join us for Mother's Day at Good Shepherd! Service of Word & Sacrament, May 9 at 9:00 am. Message: Why You Should Listen to Your Mother (1 John 5:1-8, John 15:9-17). Music: In the Garden; How Great Thou Art; Jesus Savior, Pilot Me; All Things Bright and Beautiful; As the Deer; Beautiful; The Trumpet of the Morning.

[Jesus said]. "Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit." (John 15:2) Message: Love Pruning (1 John 4:7-8; John 15:1-8) Service of the Word led by Dr. Paul Schulze. Music: The Great Commission, Take My Life and Let It Be, God of Grace and God of Glory, On What Has Now Been Sown, Marching to Zion.

Join us for a special Service of the Word led by Dr. Paul Schulze Sunday, May 2 at 9:00 am. Message: Love Pruning (1 John 4:7-8; John 15:1-8)

There is a place for you in God's family. "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!" (1 John 3:1) Music: Christ the Lord Is Risen Today, Alleluia!; Go, My Children, with My Blessing.

Thomas' odyssey of faith took him from doubt and disillusionment to a firm confession of Christ. Where will your odyssey take you? Music: Alleluia, O Sons and Daughters of the King. These things are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and by believing you may have life in His name. (John 20:31)

Join us as we remember a beloved friend. Nancy French: A Celebration of Life You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord, who abide in His shadow for life, Say to the Lord: My refuge, ... my rock in whom I trust! And He will raise you up on eagles’ wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, Make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of His hand. See more

If you had your spiritual vision tested how clearly would you see? Message: 20/20 Vision. "Now the young man Samuel was ministering to the Lord under Eli. And the word of the Lord was rare in those days; there was no frequent vision." (1 Samuel 3:110) Service of Word, Sacrament & Suffrages. Music: The Church's One Foundation, Thy Word, Sent Forth By God's Blessing.

Are you stuck at the start? Baptism isn't meant to be a sticking point, but a starting point. Join us as celebrate Jesus' Baptism, our baptism and faith in forward motion. The Baptism of our Lord - Service of Word & Sacrament, with prayers for our nation. January 10 @ 9 AM. Message: And So, It Begins... (Mark 1:4-11, Genesis 1:1-5) Music: When Peace, Like a River; Here I Am, Lord; Go, My Children, with My Blessing

Service today will start shortly after 9:00 AM. If you are on our e-mail list, please check your inbox for the insert 5 Ways to Pray for America, petitions for our country framed within the context of The Lord's Prayer. See you soon.

Father, You revealed Your Son to the nations by the guidance of a star. Lead us to Your glory in heaven by the light of faith. We ask this through Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Search me, O God, and know my heart. (Psalm 139:23) Second Sunday in Advent. Sermon Series: Prepare Ye! This week: Prepare Your Heart: The Story of Mary and the Angel. Music: Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus; O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; Gentle Mary Laid Her Child; Go Tell It on the Mountain.

It's the new year! Do you have resolutions? What would motivate you to change your life? Message: Your Epiphany (Matthew 2:1-12). Music: What Child Is This? We Three Kings, In the Bleak Mid-Winter, Gentle Mary Laid Her Child.

On the Third Day of Christmas, the celebration continues! Message: The Coming Cure (Luke 2:22-40) Music: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; Angels We Have Heard on High; Of the Father's Love Begotten.

Reformation Sunday celebratory communion service featuring "A Mighty Fortress" and the return of our handbell choir! 9:00 AM at church or in your home as we broadcast live here on Facebook. Worship with us. Real Grace in Real Time.

Let’s get ready! Join us as we prepare for the coming of our Lord. First Sunday in Advent/Sermon Series: Prepare Ye! This week: Preparing for the Unexpected: The story of Zechariah and the Angel. Music: Savior of the Nations, Come; O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; Hark, the Glad Sound; Once in Royal David’s City.

The Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist Message: Highway of Holiness (Recorded live - Prelude starts at 1:44) And a highway shall be there, and it shall be called the Way of Holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it. It shall belong to those who walk on the way; even if they are fools, they shall not go astray. (Isaiah 35:8) Hymns: Thy Strong Word, Sent Forth by God's Blessing.

Do clothes make the man? Find out as we consider Jesus' Parable of the Wedding Feast (Matthew 22:1-14). Music: Bach's Prelude in C; Thine the Amen, Thine the Praise; New Beginnings; Ye Pure in Heart.

Message: Got Light? (John 1:1-14) Music: Joy to the World; Angels from the Realms of Glory; O Come, O Come, Emmanuel; O Come, All Ye Faithful; Angels from the Realms of Glory

We remember a beloved member of our church and community, who lived a life that was long,rich and full. "Those who love me, I will deliver; I will protect those who know my name. When they call to me, I will answer them; I will be with them in trouble, I will rescue them and honor them. With long life I will satisfy them, and show them my salvation." (Psalm 91:14-16)

What kind of tenant are you? This Sunday, we look at just how badly bad behavior can be rationalized. Message: Stones and Such (Matthew 21:33-46) a reflection on the Parable of the Tenants. In person worship Sunday 9:00 AM. Music includes The Summons, Christ Is Our Cornerstone.

Long-time member Alvin Peachman was recently called to his heavenly home at the age of 98. A private in-person service with immediate family will be held on Wednesday, November 25 at 2:00 PM. The service will also be live streamed here on our church Facebook page that extended family, members of our congregation and friends in the community may participate virtually. Join us as we celebrate his long and full life. Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die." (John 11:25-26)

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There is civil unrest on Earth today. Angels understand - there was once civil unrest in Heaven, too. Join us this Sunday for an early celebration of The Feast of St. Michael and All Angels. Message: Celestial Civil War (Revelation 12:7-12). In-person service at 9:00 AM; Facebook premier at Noon. Music: On Eagles' Wings, Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones, Angel Band.

This Thanksgiving, what's on your mind? Join us for the message Change Your Mind(set)." Music includes: Simple Gifts; Come, Ye Thankful People, Come; Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart; Sent Forth by God's Blessing. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in mepractice these things, and the God of peace will be with you. (Philippians 4:89)

Is God being fair with you? Are your expectations fair? Message: The Fairness of God (Matthew 18:21-35) a reflection on the parable of the workers in the vineyard. Music: Open our Eyes, Lord; Awesome God; Make Me a Servant; Sons of God; Father, I Adore You.

Got Talent? Use It or Lose It - A Meditation on The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:1430). Service of Word & Sacrament 9:00 AM - in person and streaming live. Music: Now the Silence, God of Grace and God of Glory, My Faith Looks Up to Thee. Plus communion songs with Riley & Mrs. Schulze!

We return to live in-person worship this Sunday at 9:00 AM! This Sunday’s service is now at capacity, but you can still join us virtually. Message: Love, Forgiveness and Grace (Matthew 18:21-35) Join us as we follow Jesus’ directive forgive your brother from your heart. Music: Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus, Amazing Grace. Plus joyful communion songs with Mrs. Schulze & Riley!

As we rest from our work, we celebrate the works of God. Service of the Word with three favorite hymns and a closing song by Riley. Message: The Works (Psalm 92:5). Music: The Heavens Declare Thy Glory, Lord; Holy, Holy, Holy; Beautiful Savior; Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee; God Is For Me.

We remember our call to witness as we recognize our high school graduates with prayer, Communion and a rite of sending. Sermon: Among the Peoples (Psalm 105:1; Psalm 108:3-5). Music: Devotion, Lift High the Cross, Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful, Christ Is Our Cornerstone. But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15).

Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it. (Proverbs 22:6) The Close of the Commandments. Message: The Spin Cycle (Exodus 20:5-6). Music: Saved by Grace; Crown Him with Many Crowns; May We Thy Precepts, Lord, Fulfill; My Faith Looks Up to Thee.