WORSHIP
Worship With Us Online! Join us now in worship online!
Connect with us on Sundays for an encouraging Word from God and a time of worship. Are you ready to worship together?
Please use the following links below to connect online to the Sunday Church Service:
Facebook click here: Facebook
YouTube click here: Youtube
5th Sunday Carry-In
Please join us for our 5th Sunday carry-in meal after service on the 29th of October. We have also invited the Harmony Creek congregation to join us. Hope to see you there!
4th Wednesday Monthly Prayer Service
Do you need some time away from the busyness of life? On the 4th Wednesday of the month come join us at GSLC for a prayer service. Enjoy some time together singing and praying, while also getting some time to spend with the Lord in prayer by yourself. There will be “stations” to help you focus on open different parts of our life, if you need that, you can stay in your pew and pray, or you can just walk around the sanctuary if that is what helps you enter some prayerful space for the Lord. Come join us Wednesday, October 25 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. All are welcome to join us!
OUTREACH AND SERVICES
Health Fair
Trinity Community at Beavercreek and United Church Homes will be providing a Health Fair for Harmony Creek Church and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Sunday, October 1 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.
The following services/information will be provided:
· Therapy: balance screening, and fall prevention information
· Blood pressure screening
· Blood sugar screening
· Ohio’s Hospice: memorial wreath and hospice information
· NaviGuide information (service coordination and referral assistance to help seniors stay in their homes)
· Spiritual Care
· Trinity Community at Beavercreek information
· Longfellow Commons Community information
· New Covid vaccine (*tentative based on availability). If anyone is interested, please sign up with the church office at office@goodshepherdkettering.com or 937-298-0136 by September 24.
Fall Craft Fair – November 4 at 9:00 am
Good Shepherd is proud to host our annual Fall Craft Fair! Our Fall and Spring Craft Fairs have become well-attended events in our community. This is a BIG event with all proceeds going toward local GSLC supported ministries. Our craft fair would not be successful without our dedicated volunteers and the many talented crafters who rent a space from us. Consider volunteering your time to help with this fun and amazing event. Your gift of time will not only help support our ministries, but will also afford you an opportunity to meet many wonderful people and be an ambassador for Good Shepherd. If you would like to know more about volunteering or how to be of service, please contact Rich Kellstrom. There is a Volunteer Sign-up Sheet in the Narthex.
Food Pantry News
Your generous donations for the month of August totaled a whopping 675 items. It is always an amazing site to see all that food filling the donation bin. Thanks for your continued faithfulness to this important ministry. On September 4, food was delivered to four different feeding ministries (Feeding Friends, Neighbor-to-Neighbor, South Community, and Marshall Road Church of God) and helped support their efforts to provide food for families in these difficult economic times. We are also providing some additional support to the “Little Food Pantry” project at Oakview Elementary School. Food pantry donations can be placed in the donation box in the narthex and monetary donations can be placed in the offering plate or mailed to the church office. The food pantries have told us that the following items are among the most needed and useful for donation: noodles and pastas, cereals, canned fruits and vegetables, kids’ canned pastas, boxed “helper” meals, canned meats, chicken and tuna, instant potatoes, canned soups (Campbell’s or brand name Chunky soups or Progresso soups – if on sale – are especially useful because they can be stretched by adding pasta and making a casserole meal). It would be very helpful to avoid food in glass containers so that nothing can be broken.
Jeremiah’s Letter – October 15
The mission of Jeremiah’s Letter is to bring congregations together from the greater Dayton community so that together they can enhance the daily lives of individuals and families of the inner-city who find themselves in need. To help support the works of Jeremiah’s Letter, Good Shepherd will be collecting bath and bedroom linens, personal hygiene products, canned foods and cleaning/laundry supplies.
Are you a member and want to serve at GSLC?
Well becoming a Commissioner is a great way to be involved in the day to day ministries at Good Shepherd. We are looking for several commissioners to take over on October 1, 2023. Specifically, we are looking for a Finance and Administration Commissioner, a Parish Life & Response Commissioner, and a Worship & Celebration Commissioner. If you have any questions about these positions feel free to talk with Pr Jamie, Roger Bauser, or the current commissioner serving in that position. This is a great way to get involved as GSLC continues to carry out its mission to the community and the world.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITY for ALL
There is still time! Consider some of these options as a time to join a group. If one of these times works for you, sign up now to join a fellowship study on Louie Giglio’s book, DON’T GIVE THE ENEMY A SEAT AT YOUR TABLE: It’s Time to Win the Battle of your Mind. This is a six-session study based on Psalm 23. Use the bulletin insert to sign up! Place it in the collection plate. OR email lifelonglearning@goodshepherd.com to share your information. Our first round of small groups will meet in October. To learn more about the author check out: https://louiegiglio.com
Sundays at 6:00 pm
Mondays at 4:00 pm
Wednesdays at 10:00 am
Thursdays at 1:30 pm
More times may evolve. Books are being ordered. Join a group today. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Jamie or Pam Bauser (937-602-8385)
Lifelong Learning
Our ADULT Lifelong Learning Classes are available online.
YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL
IN PERSON ALL our youth K – 9 are welcome to come!
Meet in the chapel, accessible walking through the church office or coming downstairs from the lounge.
Gather at 9:30 am
Lessons from 9:40 am – 10:20 am
Teachers Karin Linch and Sandy Rosholt.
SUNDAY MORNING ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Current Topic: Biblical Stewardship: Our Duty and Delight
Facilitator: Roger Bauser
Time: 8:50 am – 9:50 am
Place: Comfort of your own home – connect and discuss with others online!
Stewardship means “belonging to God” – all that we are and all that we have comes from God. We are grateful to God for it all, and responsible to God for how we use it. There is a connection between stewardship and spirituality: generous giving as a spiritual discipline helps us to grow in Christ. This study includes a series of video chats with Dr. Mark Allan Powell, professor emeritus from Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Come discover the “Good New” of Biblical giving.
THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY for Men
Topic: Gospel Lectionary Reading for worship
The Men’s Bible Study is ONLINE on Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. Bring your own coffee along with your BIBLE. The focus is on the Lectionary’s Gospel Lesson for the upcoming weekend. Come join the discussion. This is a chance to go deeper before hearing the lessons on Sunday.
Facilitator: Roger Bauser
Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Place: comfort of your home – connect online!
If you experience any difficulty, please contact Roger at rebauser@me.com or call 937-299-5186.
FRIDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY DISCUSSION for ALL
Topic: Gospel Lectionary Readings for worship
Come on FRIDAY mornings! Bring your own coffee along with your BIBLE. The focus is on the Lectionary Lessons for the upcoming weekend. Come join the discussion. Everyone 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.
Facilitator: Roger Bauser
Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
For more information, please contact Roger at rebauser@me.com or call 937-299-5186.
ALL Women’s Bible Study
The fall study is called Holy Places prepared by the Rev. Dr. Meghan Johnston Aelabouni.
HOLY PLACES: Sanctuary
For thousands of years, physical spaces have been set apart for individual prayer and community worship. “Sanctuary” is one word for such spaces. Throughout history, “sanctuary” has also referred to spaces of safety and refuge. If God is everywhere, what is the importance of sanctuary? What can Jesus’ teachings and Paul’s correspondence with the early church teach us about what sanctuary looks like today?
Come join us. Feel the blessing of being gathered as a holy place.
Facilitator: Pam Bauser
Time: Wednesday, October 11 at 10:30 am or 7:30 pm
Place: Meeting in Fellowship Lounge or via Zoom at either time.
The morning session will be offered in a hybrid format allowing both in person and virtual participation.
The evening session will be offered via Zoom ONLY.
Bring your Bible, your questions, and your thoughts!
The Bible study is available in the September/October issue of Gather Magazine or online at www.gathermagazine.org
Contact Pam Bauser at psbauser@me.com or call 937-602-8385 with any questions.
Griefshare
This fall Good Shepherd is offering GriefShare 4, the newly updated, revised version of the grief support we trust. The video content and the participant guides are all new. Our Fall Series is underway. Come and see what a loving, supportive community can provide in the midst of loss. We meet in the Lounge at 1:00 pm. GriefShare is a place for anyone dealing with the loss of a loved one to find support and comfort in the company of others who are also experiencing loss. This ministry offers biblical, Christ-centered teaching on topics associated with the death of a loved one. The video seminar series features nationally respected grief experts and real-life personal stories, followed by a small group discussion about the weekly topic and personal grief experiences. Good Shepherd offers the 13-week GriefShare program in person and online from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Sundays. If you or someone you know is interested, please register online at www.griefshare.org or call the church office. No prior registration is required for folks coming in person. If you have any questions, contact Kathy Seim (937-901-0532) or Pam Bauser (937-602-8385).
Surviving the Holidays 4.0 (again a newly updated version)
This single session focuses on the challenges of grief during the holiday seasons of Thanksgiving and Christmas. The holidays intensify our feelings of loss amidst the emphasis on family and holiday gathering. The experts offer both practical suggestions and hope for remembering and cherishing our loved ones who are not gathering with us.
Saturday, October 21
GSLC Fellowship Lounge
10:00 am – Noon
If you or someone you know is interested, you may register online at www.griefshare.org or call the church office. If you have any questions, contact Kathy Seim (937-901-0532) or Pam Bauser (937-602-8385).
Mark your calendars now!
MISCELLANEOUS
Offerings:
August year to date offerings are as follows:
Offerings $221,660 vs budget of $221,895 excluding Harmony Creek contribution.
Harmony Creek receipt of $26,250 vs budget of $22,500
Expenses $232,506 vs budget of $235,497
August monthly offerings $19,601 vs. budget of $22,672, including Harmony Creek contribution.
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.
CHURCH PROGRAM DONATIONS
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! Click here to fill out the form: Gift Card Order Form
A PLACE FOR NEWS
ELCA NEWS:
ELCA Good Gifts. Click here.
Lutheran Disaster Response. Click here.
Lutheran World Relief. Click here.
ELCA Global Links. Click here.
ELCA World Hunger. Click here.
ELCA Disabilities Ministry. Click here.
COMMUNITY EVENTS AND NOTICES
Kettering Noon Optimist Club for a Community Blood Drive
Good Shepherd has been invited to join with the members of the Kettering Noon Optimist Club for a Community Blood Drive on Saturday, October 21, in the Good Shepherd parking lot from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm using the Community Blood Center’s mobile unit. You can give the gift of life with your gift of blood. For an appointment time, please contact Roger Bauser (937 299-5186 or rebauser@me.com).