April 11, 2007

Spring Clean-Up Day – April 14

The annual GSLC Spring Outdoor Clean-up Day is Saturday, April 14 from 9:00 am to 12 pm.  Cleanup projects include raking, trimming, cleaning around scrubs and landscape, spreading bark mulch around the church perimeter and trees, window cleaning, picking up  trash from church grounds, and clean-up of the outdoor worship area.   Please come and help freshen up the Good Shepherd building and grounds.   Come for any or all of this time period.  All help is greatly appreciated.  This is also a great opportunity to earn service hours for the confirmation students. 

Bundles of Love

Dear Friends of Good Shepherd:
In April we will be focusing on the Change for Bundles of Love, a non profit organization.  Bundles of Love Charity is an all volunteer organization to help infants and their families.

They help in the following ways:

    1. Provide clothing, bedding and necessities for infants in need;
    2. Provide correctly sized clothing for premature infants of all sizes;
    3. Provide burial garments and keepsakes for families who have suffered the loss of an infant due to stillbirth, complications of birth, or illness.

One of our very own members sews for this organization!  Ask Jeaneen Alcorn for more information.  See www.bundlesoflove.org for more stories.

Note:  A couple of Sunday's this month will have the Change for Change flower on the move! Learn more about Bundles of Love!  Also, the flower will be ready to receive any loose change you'd like to share!
Church in Society Committee

“No Expense” Fundraising

Scrip is a term that means “substitute money”.  In recent years many non-profits have stopped selling candy, magazines, and frozen pizza and have begun working through Scrip Programs.  Scrip is “no expense” fundraising because the program requires neither the church nor the members pay any additional money.  The donations are made entirely by businesses.  What the church does is simply to pre-pay for anything they might purchase at these local businesses.  This allows the business know that the members organization it is supporting is also customers.

So, if you were going to purchase a $200 stereo system from Best Buy instead of paying $200 to the cashier at the store you would purchase a $200 scrip card (like a debit card) through church.  This is what you would give the cashier at Best Buy.  You still pay the same amount but the church makes a fair percentage (varies with each store). 

Adults or youth: want to be a part of our Scrip fundraising planning?  Come to our second meeting on Monday, April 16th at 7pm in the youth room:

This Week at Good Shepherd

Wednesday, April 11

9:45am          Stay and Play

1:30pm          Helping Hands

5:30pm          Confirmation

6:15pm          Cherub & Carol Choir

                     Fellowship Committee

6:30pm          College Age Ministry

7:00pm          H.S. Youth Group

Thursday, April 12

7:00pm          20-30’s group at Pastor Berg’s

                     Sisters in Faith

Saturday, April 14

8:00am          Faith in Motion

9:00am          Spring Clean-Up Day

5:30pm          Worship

Sunday, April 15

8:15 & 10:45am  Worship

9:30am          Faith Mentor Wrap-Up

                     Education Hour

Monday, April 16

10:30am         Staff Meeting

6:30pm          Celebration Chimes

Tuesday, April 17

7:30am          Men’s Coffee

12:00pm         Prayer Lunch

6:30pm          Congregational Conversations

                     Jubilation Chimes

 

7th & 8th Grade Year-End Retreat

Get your registrations forms into the office.  Our retreat takes place at St. Croix state park just outside of Hinkley, MN from April 27-29.  It will be a weekend full of campfires, hikes, games, time for relaxing with friends, and hands-on learning experiences as we take confirmation out of the class room an into the great outdoors.  Form and payment are due in the office by Wednesday, April 11th.  If you are unable to attend the retreat there will be a make-up session.

30 Hour Famine

Our Famine takes place on April 20-21.  We’ll kick the evening off with a concert by award winning Christian band Caedmon’s Call.  If you are planning on doing the famine please sign-up on the youth bulletin board.

Summer Mission Trips

Want to spend a week making a difference?  We’ve got two great trips planned for this summer and the time to sign up is now.  Register by getting your $100 deposit into the office.  For more details on either trip visit: www.gscyouth.com

·        Sr. High Mission Trip to St. Louis, MO      
July 22-27

·        9th Grade Mission Trip to Red Lake Indian Reservation       July 8-13

That’s a Wrap!

Come celebrate how awesome you and your mentoring partner are with a morning of food, games, and table trivia.  Bring your appetite and a head full of random knowledge on Sunday, April 15 from 9:30-10:30am in the fellowship hall.  This morning is for 9th Graders and their Faith Mentors.

Volunteer Opportunities

The Property Committee could use 2-3 volunteers for some unpaid, but greatly appreciated positions.  First, we are looking for volunteers to join the shoveling crew for next winter.  If you prefer “warmer” activities, 2-3 volunteers are also needed for the summer weekly mowing schedule.  Weldon Hanson is the contact person for the snow crew, while Scott Shaw is leading the mowing crew.  On both crews, volunteers only have responsibility for 1 week. In addition, the Property Committee will be dividing some of the iris plants from the flower bed on the south side of the church as these are becoming crowded.  These plants will be available to whoever comes first....   Our recollection is that these are predominantly the "purple bearded" variety of iris and as far as annuals go, are quite hardy and require little care during the summer other than some occasional weeding and watering.

Tanzania Mission Trip Fundraiser – May 20

Foursomes are now being formed for a golf tournament fundraiser to be held on May 20 at the Ferndale Golf Course in Rushford.  The tournament benefits the SE Minnesota Synod’s youth mission trip to Tanzania this summer.  Cost is $50 per golfer, and includes a dinner following the tournament.  Good Shepherd member Juliane Herder is one of the youth going to Tanzania, and can be contacted for more information at 289-5723.

Gustavus Choir of Christ Chapel

The Gustavus Choir of Christ Chapel, a 65-member ensemble, from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, will be in concert on Friday, April 20 at Bethel Lutheran Church.  The concert begins at 7:30pm

March Financial Summary

2007 March Income                             $40,337

2007 March Expenses                          $44,232

2007 March Net Loss                          ($3,895)

2007 Year-to-date Income                   $117,347

2007 Year-to-date Expenses                $129,489

2007 Year-to-date Net Loss                ($12,142)

Scripture Readings for Sunday

Acts 5:27-32; Revelation 1:4-8; John 20:19-31

Small Group Corner

April 11  9:45am – Stay and Play (Nursery)

               1:30pm – Helping Hands (Old Library)

               6:30pm – College Age Ministry (FH)

April 12  7:00pm – 20-30’s group at Pastor Berg’s
7:00pm – Sisters in Faith (E)

April 14  8:00am – Faith in Motion (Hy-Vee South)

April 17  7:30am – Men’s Coffee (Panera South)

               12:00pm – Prayer Lunch (Old Library)

Book Group (Contact Lance Eidem 529-7629)
This group is in the process of forming

Care Group (Contact Paula Freitag 282-9600)

This group focuses on caring activities in the church and community such as phone calls, cards, support services such as meals and household repairs.  Meeting times TBD

College-Age Ministry Group (Contact Rita Howe 285-1507) The group focuses on bridging the congregation when college-age students are away and home on breaks.  This group is opened to all and plans caring activities such as mailings, newsletters, and get-togethers.  Meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Faith in Motion (Contact Tim Fynskov, 288-3607)
This group meets to encourage physical fitness, by promoting a variety of physical activities, flexibility, nutrition, and rest.  Starting March 24th, we'll be meeting 8:00 AM Saturday mornings at HyVee South cafeteria for devotions, and breakfast, followed by exercise session(s), as determined by the walking, jogging, bicycle, golf and tennis enthusiasts who show up.

For more information, visit the group loop site at http://gslcfaithinmotion.grouploop.com/home.
(If you have difficulty accessing this, contact Tim.)

Lutheran Woman Today Bible Study (Contact Mary Olson 529-1314) This group meets at Loretta Berglund's to discuss articles in the Lutheran Woman Today Magazine.  Meeting dates and times TBA.

Men's Coffee (Contact Dave Herder 289-5723)

Guys - need a coffee break? Join this group for some caffeine and discussion 7:30am Tuesdays at Panera South

Stay and Play (Contact Tammera Bird 282-5533) Offers a time and place for parents and children (birth through Kindergarten) to gather, visit, and play together.  No reservations or advance notice is required.  Can’t come on a regular basis?  Come when it works for you!  Any questions?  Call Tammera Bird at 282-5533

Tweeners Group (Contact Paul & Sue Trcka 281-1805) This is a group designed for folks in their 40s and 50s (single or married).  The group meets for spiritual conversation, a short powerful DVD, dessert, coffee and laughter.  Meeting dates and times TBA.

Young Adults Small Group (Contact Pastor Dave or Mark Hannan at 289-1748) This group is designed for folks in their 20s and 30s. Activities include watching short films, having discussions, making faith and life connections, eating food and hanging out. Meets monthly – times and locations TBD

A Day of Caring

A Day of Caring will take place on Saturday, April 28 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Rochester from 10:00am until 3:00pm.  If you are a caregiver, please join us for a day of relaxation, support and education.  The day will include a keynote talk by Fr. Nick Mezacapa, health fair, massage, lunch, break-out sessions, and on-site respite care for care receivers all at no cost to you.  Please RSVP by April 20th to Elder Network at 285-5272.

Good Earth Village Events

Festival of Choirs: Will take place on Sunday, April 22 at 3:00pm at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley.  Featured choirs include: Greenfield Lutheran of Harmony, Our Savior’s Lutheran in Spring Valley, Le Roy Lutheran in Le Roy, and the Root River Revelers.  This event is a benefit for Good Earth Village.  A freewill offering will be taken, and refreshments will be served following the concert. Good Earth Village Work Day: Volunteers are needed for the Good Earth Village Work Day on Saturday, April 28 from 9:00am until 4:00pm.  Come for all or part of the day, all ages welcome and lunch is provided!  Projects may include: splitting wood, raking leaves, simple construction projects, clearing brush and painting.  Contact Good Earth Village if you plan to attend at 507-346-2494 or Chris at GoodEarthVillage.org

Attention 2nd-6th Graders!

Would you like to be a part of a summer musical? Save June 11-15, 12:30-4:30pm on your calendars.  We will be joining with other churches in the area to do the lively musical Elijah!  Brochures and details available soon!

Rainbow School

Rainbow School, a licensed Christian Preschool, seeks a preschool teacher for Tuesday and Thursday mornings for the ’07-’08 school year. Multi-age group of 3-5-year-olds.  Job description and application available upon request (261-0586) or at www.rainbowschool.us.

Beth Krolak, Director

Rainbow School

 

 

 

Worship With Us

Saturday – 5:30 pm

Sunday – 8:15 & 10:45am

Education Hour

@ 9:30am
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



God bless your year!

April 11   Steven Christiansen, Chris Williams

April 12   Emily Howe, Scott Kruse

April 14   Tracee Shevlin, Curt Swedlund

April 15   Bill Davidson, Hayden Jones, Bill Oldfield

April 16   Marcia Belau, David Christsenson, Rachael Husser, Mark LaMaster, Mike Thilges

April 17   Logan Laures

+ For all the members of GSLC, especially: Josh and Valerie Lukas (Samuel), Ken and Marlene Lynne (Courtney, Eric), Paul and Joleen Mainz (Erik Elliot).

+ For all ELCA congregations in the Southeastern MN Synod, including: Garness Trinity in Mabel, Le Roy Lutheran in Le Roy, Faith in Delavan, Hegre in Kenyon.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

559 20th Street SW

Rochester, Minnesota 55902

Phone: (507) 289-1748 

Office hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday

E-mail info: gscsecretary@goodshepherdchurch.net

Worship Services (with Holy Communion)

Saturday 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 8:15 & 10:45 a.m.

Staff

Dave Berg, Lead Pastor

Jack Friedli, Pastoral Assistant

Cynthia McLaren, Education & Music Director

Mark Hannan, Youth Director

Mike Thilges. Office Administrator

Vicky Mulvihill, Volunteer Coordinator

Ellen Herder, Roger Harty - Custodians

Happynings Newsletter

Mike Thilges gscsecretary@goodshepherdchurch.net
Newsletter deadline: Mondays by 4:30 pm

Web site

www.goodshepherdchurch.net

   Paul Willemssen, Admin (willemssen@charter.net)