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WORSHIP

Online Option to Worship Only 
Good Shepherd is going back to worshiping online until further notice.  We will continue to offer online worship on Sundays and our parking lot Holy Communion on the first and third Sundays from Noon – 1:00 pm. 
Please use the following links below to connect online to the Sunday Church Service:
Facebook click here: Facebook
YouTube click here: Youtube

Online Events Information 
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will be doing a Streaming Devotional with Pr. Jamie Vannoy every Wednesday at Noon. We will also be including Read Aloud Stories with Don Bennett every weekday, Monday – Friday, at 2:30 pm.  Please come, connect, and enjoy.
Please use the following links below to connect:
Facebook click here:  Facebook
YouTube click here:  Youtube

Electronic Giving
Don’t forget to send in your weekly tithe/offering to the church at 901 East Stroop Rd, Kettering, OH 45429 or go to our online Electronic Giving:
Electronic Giving Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is now offering the option of electronic giving for regular offerings and special offerings.  Giving is done using the company Tithe.ly which is the only one endorsed by the ELCA.  There are three ways to give: 
1.     Via smartphone using the Tithe.ly app (download via the App Store or Google Play)
2.     Online at Tithe.ly  
3.     Via the GSLC Website which has a link to the Tithe.ly website to give directly to GSLC

The process to create an account and give is simple because it is tied to a debit or credit card.  There is also a processing fee of less than 3% that you can choose to cover if desired.   Benefits of Electronic Giving:  
1.     Ability to give from anywhere including other countries – you only need an internet connection via smartphone or computer.
2.     Ability to give 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
3.     Ability to choose from a variety of options where your gift goes.
4.     Can give more than one gift at a time with the “Add Gift” option.

Questions:  Contact Martin Pierce (937) 287-4021 or Denise Wilson (513) 913-0133. 

OUTREACH AND SERVICES

Jeremiah’s Letter 
Sunday, January 17 is Jeremiah’s Letter Sunday. Please consider donating any of the following items to Jeremiah’s Letter: sheets, bath towels, blankets, toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant (full size or trial size), toothpaste, tooth brushes, feminine hygiene products, Depends, razors, shaving cream, denture cleansers and adhesives, backpacks, sleeping bags, broth based soups, canned goods, cereal, laundry or cleaning supplies.

Souper Bowl Sunday 
It is almost time for the Super Bowl. That means, it is almost time for Good Shepherd’s annual SOUPER BOWL. Souper Bowl is our opportunity to collect non-perishable food items for the local food bank in Kettering. What is your favorite part of the Super Bowl – the NFC team, the AFC team, or the commercials?

Please bring in items and place it in the marked bins inside the connector entrance. Make sure to put on your bags which group you choose: “AFC”, “NFC”, or “Commercials “.  We will tally the items and let you know Good Shepherd’s choice.

Please bring in items beginning the weekend of January 3. Items will be collected each week until Super Bowl Sunday, February 7. Thanks for your help supplying the food bank. Go, team!!

Week #1 of the 2021 GSLC Souper Bowl is complete. Food items have been counted and we have a dead heat between the AFC, NFC and Commercials at 54 items each! We will continue to collect food pantry until Super Bowl Sunday (February 7).  Bins are located in the connector entrance. Bring your food pantry items anytime during weekday business hours (ring the bell and someone in the office will open the door for you) or designated drive-up communion Sundays. Place the food in your favorite labeled bins – AFC, NFC, or Commercials. All food items will donated to the local food pantry next to Ascension Church in Kettering. Who will be the winner? We will keep you posted each week.  Thank you for the support of this important outreach ministry!

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Financial Peace University  
Stop and think about this for a second. Imagine what the people of God, could do for the Kingdom of God, if they were debt free. What would you be able to do if you were debt free?  Imagine what it would feel like to be able to give freely and generously toward needs you feel passionate about, whenever God leads you to. Financial Peace University will walk you through the process that will get you there and make it incredibly practical in your daily life. And if you know anything about Dave Ramsey you know it’s going to be a lot of fun!

The first class is always free if you want to see what it is all about!  To learn more about the class, visit the Financial Peace University website at www.daveramsey.com or register for the class (coming soon).

Also come to the free class preview coming in March to find out more.  You’ll be glad you did!  Classes will begin in the first part of March, further details coming soon.  If you have any questions, contact Martin Pierce at 287-4021 or Kathy Seim at 294-1145. 

Griefshare 
This ministry features biblical, Christ-centered teaching on topics associated with the death of a loved one. The DVD seminar features nationally respected grief experts and real-life stories of people, followed by a small group discussion about the weekly topic and personal grief experiences. 

Good Shepherd currently hosts this ministry online for the health and safety of all participants. Your bereavement experience may be recent or years ago. Some losses are compounded by other life experiences. GriefShare offers a safe community in which to share feelings, fears, and tears. Each Sunday we view the video session led by experts followed by discussion and prayer. This ministry is available using Zoom on Sundays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Please keep in prayer all those who suffer loss, affliction, and griefs. 

Further information and registration is available at https://www.griefshare.org or by calling the GSLC office (937-298-0136). 
Topic: GriefShare – From Mourning to Joy  (13 sessions)
Facilitators: Kathy Seim and Pam Bauser
Time: Sunday, January 10 
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Place: comfort of your home 

Lifelong Learning 
It’s Epiphany! Have your own epiphany. Join us for any of the learning opportunities at GSLC.

Our ADULT Lifelong Learning Classes are ONLINE! Everyone is welcome! Please contact the church office for the links below to join in the conversations.Take this opportunity to “zoom” in and discover the quality adult education we have at GSLC. Our Bible studies are open to ALL near and far. If you haven’t checked any of these out, please consider this invitation to join us now.

Our YOUTH classes (Kindergarten – 6th grade) are online.  Karin Linch and Sandy Rosholt are the teachers for our youth classes.

CATECHISM is being offered online this year. Catechism is for our 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in preparation for confirmation, affirming the baptismal promises.  If you have an interest in our studies of the Bible, Luther’s Small Catechism, and Lutheran heritage, please contact the church office for more information. Pastor Jamie and Don Bennett teach our catechism classes. 

SATURDAY MORNING BREAKFAST BIBLE STUDY DISCUSSION for ALL 
This study will meet on Saturday mornings in 2021.
Topic: Lectionary for Sunday worship 
Facilitator: Roger Bauser
Time:  9:00 am – 10:00 am
Place:  comfort of your home – connect online!

Bring your own coffee and breakfast along with your BIBLE. The focus is on the Lectionary Lessons for the upcoming Sunday. Come join the discussion facilitated by Roger Bauser. Use the Zoom meeting link to join the conversation. Everyone (ALL ages and genders) is welcome! No prior experience is needed. Each week the study relates to the Scripture lessons for Sunday’s worship. Drop by and learn what’s behind the message on Sunday. If you experience any difficulty connecting, please contact Roger at rebauser@me.com or call 937-299-5186.

SUNDAY MORNING ADULT BIBLE STUDY  
Topic: ACTS of the Apostles:  a Biblical study on The Book of ACTS! 
Facilitator: Roger Bauser
Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Place: Comfort of your home – connect online! 

Bring your coffee. Have your Bible handy. COME BE RENEWED by the power of the Holy Spirit! COME LISTEN to God speak to each of us through the Book of ACTS.  This week read and ponder Acts chapters 15:30 – 16.The leaders of the Church in Jerusalem debated how to apply the law of the Torah when it came to circumcision versus grace for salvation. They reached an understanding, but was that the end of disagreements in the church? Read on. The plot thickens.   If you experience any difficulty connecting, please contact Roger at rebauser@me.com or call 937-299-5186.

THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY for Men
This is an ongoing study that meets regularly on Thursday morning. Drop in any Thursday!
Topic: Lectionary for Sunday worship 
Facilitator: Roger Bauser
Time:  9:00 am – 10:00 am
Place:  comfort of your home – connect online!

The Men’s breakfast Bible Study is ONLINE on Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m.  Bring your own coffee and breakfast along with your BIBLE.  The focus is on the Lectionary Lessons for the upcoming Sunday. Come join the discussion facilitated by Roger Bauser. Use the following link to join the conversation. If you experience any difficulty, please contact Roger at rebauser@me.com or call 937-299-5186.

MONTHLY BIBLE STUDY for Women
Topic: Journeys with Angels
Winter-Spring ELCA Women’s Bible Study from Gather Magazine
Leader:   Pam Bauser
Time: Fourth Tuesday of January, February, March and April
10:00 am  OR  7:30 pm
Place: Your choice – connect online!

Did you think angels were only part of the Christmas story? Do you have angels in your home?  Where do you see angels? What do angels do?  Come on an adventure noticing angels and learning from these heavenly messengers from God. On the fourth Tuesday of January, February, March and April, we will journey through Scriptures discovering angels and hearing the messages they proclaim along the way. This is a time to invite a friend, a neighbor, someone near or far. We will be meeting online using Zoom. Mark your calendar now. First session is Tuesday, January 26th.

MISCELLANEOUS

E-Bulletin 
GSLC now has the bulletin on our website. It’s set to go live on our website under the “Worship” and the “More” menu tabs at 10:00 am on Sunday mornings.  We hope this makes the worship service more meaningful to you now that you will be able to follow along.

Offerings for last week:  $3,280.55

Church Directory 
We are updating our church directory.  Please send any updated information to the church office at (937) 298-0136 or at office@goodshepherdkettering.com. After the corrections have been made we will have directories available in the New Year!  Thank you for helping us keep our records straight.

Devotionals 
GSLC has the new January – March 2021 Devotionals on the table in the Narthex or in the church office.  Stop by the church if you would like to get one.

Need a Treasurer 
Denise Wilson resigned from being Treasurer after serving faithful and we are in need of a Treasurer. Please pray that we fill this crucial position on the Council will be filled quickly.  If you are interested in knowing more information about the position feel free to call the Church Office and ask to speak to Pr. Jamie.

CHURCH PROGRAM DONATIONS

AmazonSmile 
In 2018, we received $15.95 in donations from AmazonSmile. In 2019 we received $19.64. Would you like to help go over those amounts for 2020? It’s easy to do. Go to our website for Youth Donations, Good Shepherd Youth Donations, scroll down and you will see a little graphic labeled amazonsmile.  Click on that and follow the directions. Once you’ve done that, instead of going to amazon.com to make an online purchase, go to smile.amazon.com and for every purchase you make, we will get 0.5% of that price donated to us. It’s still Amazon, with all the features of the normal site, we just get a small cut. Over time those 0.5% donations add up. Please consider supporting us in this way. The proceeds go to help with youth events. If you have any questions, please contact Don Bennett.

GSLC Lutheran Youth Corps (LYC)
Gift Card Program Did you know there is a way that you can financially support Good Shepherd at no cost to you?  Through the LYC, you can order gift cards from a variety of merchants and restaurants at face value and a portion of each purchase is donated to the church to support youth programs and the First Lutheran Breakfasts. Although the percentage donated to the church may seem small, a few percent of our collective purchases can add up to a significant donation to Good Shepherd over time. Order forms are available in the Narthex.  Orders placed on the weekend are normally available for pick up the following week, with the exception of some holiday periods and weeks where we do not reach the minimum threshold for placing an order.  Please contact Don Bennett if you have any questions.  What a great way to be faithful stewards of our resources!

A PLACE FOR NEWS

ELCA NEWS:
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ELCA Global Links.  Click here.