A PDF of the bulletin insert can be found here
WORSHIP
Worship With Us Online!
Join us now in worship online!
Connect with us 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
LAST WEEK’S SERMON You can watch and read last week’s sermon here
PARISH LIFE
NEW: ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, SEP 14
Our Annual Congregational Meeting will be Sunday, September 14 after worship in our church sanctuary. At least 20% of our voting members must be present at the meeting to have a quorum.
Voting members who are medically unable to attend the meeting in person may participate via Zoom on the internet. These voting members may watch the live proceedings, share questions, and will be counted toward our quorum. Please contact the office for the Zoom link.
Four candidates will be introduced to expand our Council to 9. These include Paula Bennett (2nd term), Lorry Creech (first term), Jeff Seibert (first term), and Kathy Seim (2nd term).
Please review the letter you received last week, either electronically or through the mail, for the details of the meeting.
NEW: SPECIAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING FOR CALL VOTE, SEPT 21:
The congregation will hold a Special Congregational meetingon Sunday, September 21after worship in the sanctuary to vote to call Pastor Mallory Morris as the Pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Additionally we will vote on her Compensation package. A quorum of voting members is required for this Call Vote, so please plan to attend the meeting in person.
NEW: PASTOR MALLORY MEET & GREET, SEPT 20. 5-7 pm:
The congregation will hold a Meet & Greet Open House on Saturday, September 20, 5:00-7:00 in the Fellowship Hall to give you the opportunity to meet and talk with our candidate, Pastor Mallory.
NEW: OWLS LUNCHEON, SEPT 13 at ARCHERS:
Come join other Older and Wiser Lutherans as we celebrate the end of summer. Let’s meet at 12:30 on Saturday, Sept 13 at Archers Tavern at 2030 E Dorothy Lane, Dayton. Come for food and fellowship – see you there.
OUTREACH AND SERVICES
GRIEFSHARE Are you or someone you know dealing with the loss of a loved one? Good Shepherd is offering GriefShare for anyone dealing with grief. This ministry offers biblical, Christ-centered teaching on topics associated with the death of a loved one. It is a place to find support and comfort in the company of others who are experiencing loss. The video seminar series and participant guide feature nationally respected grief experts and real-life personal stories. Each week there are group discussions about the weekly topics and personal grief experiences.
Good Shepherd will host the 13 week program on Sunday afternoons in the Fellowship Lounge.
GriefShare: Your Journey from Mourning to Joy
Attend in person or online from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm on Sundays.
The classes begin on September 7 and continue through December 7.
If you or someone you know is interested, please register online at www.griefshare.org or call the church office (937-298-0136).
If you have any questions, contact Kathy Seim (937-901-0532) or Pam Bauser (937-602-8385)..
NEW: COMMUNITY FAMILY SOCIAL NIGHT- SEPT 26
We’re excited to invite you to a special evening hosted by Good Shepherd Lutheran Church—a time to connect, laugh, and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun with your family and neighbors.
Date: Friday, September 26
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Here’s what’s happening:
Deli Sandwich Meal served with a smile
Craft Activity for Kids to spark creativity
Games for Adults—from friendly competition to just plain goofy fun
Whether you’re a longtime member of the community or brand new to the neighborhood, we’d love to have you join us. All are welcome—neighbors, friends, and newcomers alike.
Let’s make it a night to remember!
TRUNK OR TREAT TIME!
Harmony Creek Church and Good Shepherd Lutheran will team up to host once again a Trunk or Treat on Sunday October 26 from 2pm-4pm. If you would like to help with planning this year’s event, there will be a special Zoom meeting on Wednesday September 10 at 6pm. For more information and to get the Zoom link, please reach out to Pastor Michelle (pastormichelle@harmony-creek.org)
FOOD PANTRY NEWS
Our JULY food donations were delivered to 4 local food pantries on August 12 – totaling 325 food items. Thank you for faithfully remembering the families who are served by the food pantries in our community. As you make your personal food purchases, consider adding a few items for these families. It will be a wonderful way to help those around us. It is very helpful to avoid donations of food in glass containers so that nothing can be broken. You can bring your donations to church any time, but the next official Food Pantry Sunday will be Sunday, September 7 .
If you would like to volunteer on a Thursday at the Feeding Friends Pantry on Bigger Road near the former Victoria’s Secret Building, click here to sign up.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
LIFE LONG LEARNING
SUNDAY MORNING ADULT BIBLE STUDY
The Sunday morning Adult Zoom Bible Study is taking several weeks off for the summer.
Please watch for information about future opportunities.
THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY DISCUSSION for ALL
Come join us on Zoom on Thursday mornings! Bring your bible with your coffee. 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. Questions: Call the office at 937-298-0136
Topic: Gospel Lectionary Readings for Worship
Facilitator: Roger Bauser
Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
MISCELLANEOUS
Financial Update
The updated financial results through July 2025, are as follows:
- YTD income of $198,802 is $24,116 lower than the budget of $222,918
- YTD expenses of $160,094 is favorable to the budget of $227,948 due to lower Senior Pastor expenses
- July YTD net income is therefore $38,708
The bi-annual contribution statements have been mailed, please contact June Newell with any questions
Hand Sanitizer in pews: Small bottles of hand sanitizer are now available in the pews for you to use. The bottles are located near the center aisle.
The 2025 Altar Flower Calendar is posted in the Narthex near the serving area. You are encouraged to sign up now to select your favorite date. Flowers can be given in HONOR of a person or event or in MEMORY of a person or special occasion. When you choose to donate Altar Flowers, you are welcome to take them home after the Sunday service. Flowers that remain are made into bouquets and distributed to members of the congregation. They do bring great cheer and a loving connection to our GSLC family to someone who is hospitalized, ill or unable to worship with us. Altar Flowers are $45.00.
Consider adding your gifts to this important worship ministry. Donate flowers. Offer to become a Flower Delivery person.
There will be no altar flowers during the season of Lent
Offerings: Electronic Giving
Please 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