September 9, 2018
THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP: James 2:2 – “For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in.” God shows no partiality: rich and poor alike are called into the Kingdom. And both rich and poor alike have something to contribute to the Kingdom in accordance with the callings God has given them in their lives. This is why both the Old and New Testaments talk about proportional giving – that is, giving a proportion of our income to the Lord’s work. This makes it possible for rich and poor alike to have the honor of supporting God’s work.
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.
TODAY is our 2nd Sunday door Offering for our Seminary Student Joseph Schlie. Mr. Schlie is in his 4th year of study at Concordia Theological Seminary in Ft. Wayne, IN. He and his wife Kristen are with child, due in March 2019. To see a photo and to learn a little bit more about Joseph, please see his letter which is posted outside the church office.
THE SEPTEMBER FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES will be held this coming Friday, September 14th at 6:30 p.m. The movie that will be shown is “GOD’S NOT DEAD – A LIGHT IN DARKNESS”. Join us for another great movie, good food and wonderful fellowship. See you September 14th at 6:30 p.m.
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. There 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!
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.
THE PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER’S ANNUAL LIFE BANQUET is Thursday, September 27th from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. it will be held at the DoubleTree Hotel in Bloomington. Guest is nationally known speaker Janet Parshall. Call 454-5433, or email at: eorns@hopeforafuture.com to make a reservation.
GOLF OUTING: The Camp CILCA Whippoorwill Golf Challenge will be Friday, September 28th at 1:00 p.m. at Hickory Point Golf Course in Forsyth. The cost of $60.00 covers green fees, cart, prizes, and supper. If interested, please talk with Pastor by NEXT SUNDAY, September 16th.
LUTHERAN EARLY RESPONSE TEAM (L.E.R.T.) VOLUNTEER TRAINING EVENT: The training will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 509 South Matis Ave., Champaign, IL 61821, on Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m., Sessions begin at 9:00 a.m. The Registration Fee is $35.00 and includes your Disaster Response Training Manual;, Disaster Response Vest; Certificate of Completion; I.D. Badge; and also includes breakfast and lunch. Registration Forms are available on the table in the narthex.
THE LUTHERAN HOUR: “The mystery of God” is the topic for next Sunday. The undeniable hiddenness of God becomes the openness of God when you see His Son, Jesus Christ. The Guest speaker will be Dr. Oswald Hoffmann. 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.
FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE: If you miss church, please be reminded that copies of the previous week’s sermon are available on the table in the narthex. Also, the sermon will be available on our web site at www.goodshepherdblm.org. Thank you.
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.
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