August 12, 2018
THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP: Ephesians 4:28 – “Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.” God gives us honest work to do so that we can be a blessing to others. That’s how so many of God’s blessings go: He gives to us so that we in turn can be a blessing. He graciously calls us into the midst of His own work in the world.
NEED A RIDE? If you are unable to drive to church, we have an option that is available. Please speak with Pastor who has the details. Thank you.
OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL meets at 9:15 a.m. in the Choir Room which is located on the 2nd level (the west side).
THE ADULT BIBLE CLASS meets in the basement at 9:15 a.m.
FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES is this coming Friday, August 17th at 6:30 p.m. “GOD’S NOT DEAD 2” is the movie that will be shown. “When high school history teacher, Grace Wesley (Melissa Joan Hart) is asked a question about Jesus in class, her reasoned response lands her in deep trouble. The ensuing epic court case could expel God from the classroom – and the public square – once and for all! “GOD’S NOT DEAD 2″ is a powerful call to action: “WHERE WILL YOU STAND? Join us for a great entertaining movie, good food and wonderful fellowship. See you Friday August 17th!
NEXT SUNDAY: Our Annual Church Picnic is NEXT SUNDAY, August 19th, following the 10:30 Worship Service. It will be held at Tipton Trails Park in Bloomington. There are two sign-ups on the table in the narthex. One is the number that will be attending and the other is for main dishes, side dishes and desserts. The church provides all the other items.
NEXT SUNDAY is the deadline for items to be submitted for the SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER. Janet Evans is our Editor for the church newsletter and any announcements you want to be published in the Newsletter should be submitted to her at goodshepherdblm@frontier.com or you may call her at (309) 838-1552.
LWML LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF: It’s that time again to think about purchasing items for Health Kits. Items needed for each kit: 1) One Bath Towel (dark color); 2) Two Bath Size Bars of Soap; 3) One Comb (Sturdy; No fine tooth comb); 4) One Metal Nail Clipper; 5) One Toothbrush. here also is a list of items needed on the table in the narthex for you to take with you if you need. If you have any questions please see or call Joann Hart (309) 310-9205. Thank you!
FROM THE OFFICE: If your son or daughter is going away to college or they no longer live at home, please fill out an Information Sheet located on the table in the narthex. As their church home, we like to stay in contact during these important years by sending them Pastor’s Sermon and the monthly Church Newsletter. Please return the form to Sandy in the church office when completed. We lift our young people up in prayer as their spiritual journey continues.
RETREAT SPONSORED BY THE CID LLL AT CAMP CILCA: Hear again Dr. Joel Biermann, Professor at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, who will share on the topic of “What Lutherans Really Believe About the Two Kingdoms.” This is the topic for a retreat sponsored by the CID LLL at Camp CILCA on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The day will begin with Registration at 8:30 a.m.; the day will conclude around 3:00 p.m. The cost is $10.00 per person which includes the noon meal. Hear what Luther himself taught about these realms and their relationship. Dr Biermann will present four sessions considering Luther’s teachings. 1) The Enduring Problem; 2) Luther’s Lively Dynamic; 3) Applying Luther to the church today; 4) Applying Luther to the Christian life, today. Please contact Deloris Blessman by Sunday, September 2nd,at 24204 ECR 1850N, Topeka, IL 62665; her email is: delorisblessman@yahoo.com to register or contact Herb Renken at 454-2986.
FELLOWSHIP HOSTS: In order to get more people involved in our Coffee/Donut Fellowship for 2018 we have two separate sign-ups: Donut Pick-up and Coffee Set-up. We would like to encourage you to sign-up for one or the other. You may also sign-up for both if you wish. The sign-up is by the door by the north stairwell.
PORTALS OF PRAYER: The July – September 2018 Portals of Prayer are available on the book rack located in the narthex.
THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “In Your Light We See Light” is the topic for next Sunday. The sermon text will be from Psalm 36. Meditation is time to think, and Christian meditation thinks about God in the light of Jesus Christ. It is “a lamp to our feet and a light to our path”. The speaker will be Reverend Dr. Dale A. Meyer. Hear his message on The Lutheran Hour on WGN (720) at 6:00 a.m.; WJWR (104.7 FM) and WJWR (90.3 FM) both on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Also, if you can receive Lincoln, IL radio station WLLM (1370 AM) the program is broadcast two times on Sunday at 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Tune in! You can also listen to The Lutheran Hour on your personal computer at RealAudio, www.lhm.org.
PRAYER CHAIN: If you have a prayer request please submit them by email to Mary Anne Kirchner at makirchner@yahoo.com or you may phone a Prayer Request to Mary Anne; her cell phone# is (309) 532-2582. The Prayer Request box is on the table in the narthex for any written requests.