JANUARY 23, 2020

THIS SUNDAY, YOUR INPUT MATTERS

Our Spiritual Life Inventory is available to begin taking this Sunday. You may have noticed all the extra emails and emphasis on this survey. We want to make sure you know how important it is for you to give your input.

There are a whole lot of "you's" that make up Good Shepherd, and each and every one of you can help us better understand the current spiritual state of our parish. It is important to figure out where we are now to know where we are going, and it is vital that everyone participate in this process.

This online, confidential survey takes thirty to forty- five minutes to complete. RenewalWorks will use these responses to form a snapshot of the spiritual vitality of the whole congregation. Specific outcomes of the RenewalWorks process are unique to each parish, reflecting that community’s specific challenges and opportunities. They lead to the creation of specific congregation-wide growth initiatives which clarify and elevate expectations for clergy, lay leaders and individuals.

Good Shepherd’s RenewalWorks team will receive the survey results and recommendations in late February and, from those results, will recommend to the clergy and vestry a way to make spiritual growth the focus of our life together. This is an exciting opportunity to renew the spiritual life of our parish, and your participation is important.

Keep a watch on your email and carve out some time to take the survey. In the meantime, you can learn more about RenewalWorks  here . 

THIS SUNDAY

THE FIELD - CURRENT SERMON SERIES

This Sunday, we continue our journey in 1 Corinthians. In this week’s scripture Paul calls the believers in Corinth to be united in the same mind and for the same purpose. His departure from the city left the church to break into cliques according to who first preached the gospel to them. Paul appeals to them to overcome their divisions and to be united in Christ. 

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

ADULT FORUM

The Field - Sermon Series Discussion

9:15 AM | Parish Hall

Dig deeper into our new sermon series, The Field, and join us for small group discussion based around passages in 1 Corinthians, chapters 1-3.

“For we are God’s servants, working together; you are God’s field…” (I Corinthians. 3:9)

FAMILY FORUM

What’s Urgent? What’s Important? What’s Required?

9:15 AM | Kincaid

Building on Kathleen Fischer’s visit, we will continue in a small group setting with other parents to do guided exercises and continued reflection on what is urgent and important in our lives of family and faith. This class uses a scriptural basis to help refocus on what is required and what “success” looks like for our families.

WILD GAME TICKETS ON SALE

This Saturday | 6:30 PM | Parish Hall

The big weekend is here. Grab your ticket now or at the door to attend our annual Wild Game Dinner. Enjoy an evening full of food, drinks, and an auction with items ranging from lawn equipment to hunting gear.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Friday, January 31 | 6 - 9 PM | Parish Hall

The new year is a great time to unplug from electronics and reconnect with family over some good, old-fashioned fun at our second annual Family Game Night. We will share a simple meal, followed by fun games for all ages. Bring your family’s favorite game to share, or you can come and try one of ours. Kids and youth, parents and grandparents, singles and students are all welcome, so please join us for a night of food, fun, and fellowship.

Help us get a headcount and RSVP here.

COUPLES CLUB SUPER BOWL PARTY

Sunday, February 2 | 5 PM | Parish Hall

All adults are invited to this year's watch party hosted by the Couples Club. A main dish and a salad will be provided so please bring an appetizer or dessert to share and the beverage of your choice. RSVP to Bob and Bunny Trimble.

RSVP: 972-418-2045 or via email .

TWO WAYS TO SERVE AT THE GATHERING

Now until Sunday, February 9 | 11:45 AM - 2 PM | Thanks Giving Square

We are collecting warm clothes (hats, gloves, scarves, etc.) to take with us to hand out. You may drop items off in the box outside the Bride’s Room from now until January 9th.

Take a trip with us down to Thanks-Giving Square to worship and serve with those in need. Good Shepherd youth will make sandwiches during the Sunday School hour and then volunteers will gather following the 10:30 AM service to head downtown. This is a great opportunity for families to serve together; children and their parents are welcome to attend along with the youth and adult volunteers. A bus is available for families to ride together. Grab a spot here.

WOMEN'S GROUPS

"Giddy Up, Eunice"

Thursdays through March 5 | 6:30 - 8 PM | Conference Room

Explore the blessing of friendships across generations. Join our eight-week study of the book "Giddy Up, Eunice: Because Women Need Each Other" by Sophie Hudson.

Learn more here.

"Taste and See"

Thursdays through February 27 | 10:45 AM - Noon | Library

Discover the secret to savoring every day. Join our six-week study of "Taste and See" by Margaret Feinberg. This study is DVD and book based. Books are available in the church office.

Learn more here.

MEN'S GROUP

Men's Tuesday Bible Study

Tuesdays Year-round | 7 - 8 AM | Conference Room

Are you an early bird on Tuesdays? Gather for coffee and a preview study of the Bible readings for the next Sunday. No preparation is required, so drop in whenever you can. Need more information? Jim Stetter (214-352-9215) or Charles Tompkins (703-395-8505).

Happy New Year! January is a busy time in the business office as we complete the financial records for 2019 and begin the new year. You can help get 2020 off to a good start. Here is a brief list of things to do now:

You also can set up or change a recurring credit card gift here by logging into your My Good Shepherd account. Need more help? Contact me and I can send you instructions.

Forgot to make a 2020 pledge? I know! The end of the year is incredibly busy. If that pledge card is still sitting on the kitchen counter – no worries! Just click here and submit your pledge today.

Questions? Email Debra Pyke. Thank you so much for your continued financial support of Good Shepherd.

HAPPENING IN YOUTH MINISTRY

Get involved with what's going on for our students!

Read all about it in our latest Youth Ministry e-news .

OUTREACH PARTNER - THE BRIDGE

Good Shepherd has been a faithful partner to The Bridge for years and 2019 was no different. Click here to read about how our volunteers and others made an impact this past year.

BIRTHDAYS (JANUARY 26 - FEBRUARY 1)

Bolivia Powell, Erin McKool, Caleb Upchurch, Kevin Harris, Eric Hirschbrich, Beth Bilbo, Miles Chester, Ron Gard, Cooper Whitson, Joan Wood, Whitney Reilly, Tony Eefting, Robyn Johnston, Adam Evans, Dee Ann Schulz, Anne-Marie Hain, Haley Gudjohnsen

PRAYER LIST (Update or make a prayer request here)

Sherri Addington and family, Barbara Allegri, Kerstin Almquist, Amara, JK Baber, Lorne & Jeanet Berg, Bob Bowling, Lindsey Bucey, Mark Cain, Chuck Cargill, Colosky/Brown family, Travis Cook, Barbara Crysdale, Rick Cuddihy, Becky & Bruce DeGrasse, Kevin Dodson & family, George Duke, Bill Elkins, Mandy Elmore, Harry Garschagen, Vern Hammack, Harrison, Mary Beth Hughes, Taylor Jennings, Keith, Donte Kehler, Michael Krepper, Laura and Phil and children, Lee Lett, Julie Liesenfelt, Everett Madurai, Mitra, Chris Montemayor, Sandy Moore, Harley Mimura, Janie Nash, Uriah Nolan, the Pennington family, Anita Platt, Pat Poland, Jason Prichard & family, Ginger Reeder, Tommy Richeson, Gabriel Romo, Donna Setzer, Ann Sizemore, Griffin Smith, Gail Storey, Evelyn, Susan, Tamsin, Lynn Thompson, Tommy Thompson, Joan Walker, Lois Waller. And the faithful departed, especia lly Wilma Jean Sargent and Yolanda Barragan.