SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER HIGHLIGHTS

WORSHIP IN SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER

• September 5 - Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Service, 9:30 (Holy Communion)
  • No Evening Contemporary Service
• September 12 - Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Services, 8:30 & 11:00 (Holy Communion)
• September 19 - Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Services, 8:30 (Holy Communion) & 11:00
  • Evening Contemporary Service, 7:00 (Holy Communion)
• September 26 - Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Services, 8:30 & 11:00 (Holy Communion)
    
    
• October 3 - Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Services, 8:30 (Holy Communion) & 11:00
  • Evening Contemporary Service, 7:00 (Holy Communion) 
• October 10 - Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Services, 8:30 & 11:00 (Holy Communion)
• October 17 -Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Services, 8:30 (Holy Communion) & 11:00
  • Evening Contemporary Service, 7:00 (Holy Communion)
• October 24 -Time after Pentecost
  • Morning Services, 8:30 & 11:00 (Holy Communion)
• October 31 -Reformation Day
  • Morning Services, 8:30 (Holy Communion) & 11:00 (Holy Communion)

Child care, with pagers available, at all morning worship services.

SUNDAY SCHOOL KICK-OFF -- Sunday, September 12 -- Plans are in full swing for the upcoming Sunday Church School year. The Kick-Off Celebration will begin at 9:45a.m. in Fellowship Hall with fun, food (a light breakfast), and the opportunity to discover more about God's Word!  Classes are being held for all age groups, age 2 through adult. If you are able, please bring a baked good to share at the breakfast.

• Faith Weaver - The class meets in room #102 on the lower level of the education wing. All adults are welcome to join in this study and fellowship. This class is part of the on-going options for those adults who would like to participate in a small group that is learning how to weave our faith through our lives. The coffee/tea pot is always on and there is a tasty goody to enjoy. The lessons focus on the same topic as your children's SCS program. This will give you something extra special to talk about with your children on the way home or through the week. You are likely to hear much laughter and maybe tears as we share our time together. We provide all supplies and love reading Bible verses from many different translations. Alice Cromwell will be happy to share information regarding this class with you. You can contact her through the church office - 215-357-4791. Class begins on September 19 and runs through May 22.

• And Yet! - Pastor Carlson will lead an exploration of the Gospel of John and its many oddities: how its portrait of Jesus while similar and yet different from the other Gospels; how John talks about the Word taking flesh and dwelling among us and yet there is no story of Jesus' birth; of how Jesus speaks at great length of himself as the Bread of Life and yet there is no account of Jesus' Last Supper. (Four sessions - September 19 - October 10)

• Christianity and World Religions - This six DVD session class examines Christianity and four major world religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism. The class will wrestle with some tough questions. Why are there so many different religions and how should Christians view them? How is God at work in other religions and what is the fate of those who earnestly pursue God through them? Come and be challenged by other religions' teachings and practices. (October 17 - November 21)

• Welcome Aboard! is designed for persons interested in an overview of the basic characteristics of the Christian Church, our denomination (The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America - ELCA), and Good Shepherd. Although intended specifically for those considering possible membersinp in the congregation, this offering is open to all. The course is offered on Sundays in the fall, winter, and spring and consists of three sessions. Fall classes will be held October 17 - 31.

• Bible Study Groups Monday or Saturday mornings, Those Troubling Letters to Timothy and Titus!, or Wednesday morning on John.

YOUTH EVENTS:

• For all youth heading into grades 6 -12
  • Sunday, September 12 - WELCOME BACK!
  • Saturday, September 18 - Apple Picking/Pie Baking
  • Sunday, September 19 - eMerge #1
  • Sunday, September 26 - Service: Aid For Friends/Mission Sunday
  • Sunday, October 3 - eMerge #2, OCC begins/sign-ups for leaf raking begin
  • Sunday, October 10 - CROP Walk
  • Sunday, October 17 - T.O.Y (Theater of Youth) rehearsal, 1-3 p.m.; eMerge #3
  • Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23 - Jr. & Sr. High Lock-in
  • Sunday, October 24 - Theme Night
  • Sunday, October 31 - Halloween - Mystery Meeting

  Club 45 (for children in fourth and fifth grades) will meet on Wednesdays, September 15 and October 20..

• Please contact Robin Ford for more information about any youth event.

CONFIRMATION CLASSES BEGIN - The 2010-11 Confirmation Program, for 8th and 9th grade students, begins on Wednesday, October 6. Orientation for students and parents will be on Wednesday, September 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Please contact the church office if you have a son or daughter in 8th or 9th grade and have not received information about the program.

STEPHEN MINISTERS - 9/13 - Module 19: Ministry to the Dying and their Family and Friends 9/20 - Module 20: Caring for People before, during, and after Hospitalization 9/27- SUPERVISION 10/4 - The Wounded Healer - Introduction and Chapter 11/11 - Module 21: Ministering to those Experiencing Losses Related to Aging 10/18 - Module 22: Ministering to those Needing Long-Term Care 10/27 - SUPERVISION.   Stephen Ministers are members of Good Shepherd who go through fifty hours of care-giving training and then work alongside the pastors in providing emotional and spiritual support to people going through difficult times, such as: divorce, grief, hospitalization, unemployment, terminal illness, relocation, chronic illness, or loneliness. Newly commissioned Stephen Ministers are now available for anyone who may benefit from the training the Stephen Minister has completed.  Please contact Pastor Harkness, Sue Keffer, Sally Scheer or Polly Sherry. They can talk with you about how we can connect the person you know with one of our Stephen Ministers.

GOOD SHEPHERD SENIORS

MEETINGS:  Good Shepherd seniors meet at 12:15 p.m. on September 7 (pot luck covered dish luncheon social) & 21 (Now and Then with Bob Rhodes and Joan Evans - guitar and musical entertainment).

TRIPS: 

• October 20 (Wednesday) - Visit Delaware Water Gap and ride the trolley (narrated sightseeing included). Lunch is at the Stroudsmoor Country Inn. There will be free- time for shopping, a free gift at Country Kettle and the Christmas Factory. Cost is $80.

For information, contact Betty Fowler or Trudy Oldfield, through the church office.

BOOKS! BOOKS! BOOKS! Bookworm's book club meets on Thursday, September 2 at 7:30p.m. The Necklace by Cheryl Jarvis will be discussed. The October 7 book is Little Bee by Chris Cleave.  All are welcome! Do you want to donate a book to the library's permanent collection? Please take a moment to read the Donation Policy on the Library bulletin board to see if your item fulfills a library need.

JESUS SHARE FAIR - sponsored by area churches, to be held in early October 11 at Szymanek Park in Warminster to promote “Unity in Jesus” in our community. Activities include games, crafts, clowns, puppets, live music and educational resources from the police, fire departments and local community organizations. Non-perishable food, clothing, and novelty items will be given out to a needy population living in our own area. Through this event we hope to break through denominational, racial and economic barriers and demonstrate our love for Jesus. Contributions of good, gently-worn, fall/winter clothing can be brought to the church from September 26 - 30. Clothing for men, women and children, as well as shoes and handbags is accepted, but socks or underwear is not. Check the condition of the garments and ask yourself, “Would I wear this? Please contact the church office if you can help at this event.

MINISTRY IN MOTION This new ministry is an opportunity for those who enjoy driving and are willing to transport those unable to drive to doctor appointments, a store, the hospital, or to church services or activities. Good Shepherd is forming a list of volunteers. Please leave your name and telephone number with the church office if you would like to serve in this way.

LOOKING AHEAD

• Women's Retreat - WELCA is considering sponsoring a two-day retreat, off-site, for all women in the Fall with Pastor Harkness as the leader. Please let Ginny Tenreiro, in the church office, know if you think you would be interested. WELCA would like to know if there is interest before trying to make arrangements.

• Bus Trip to Sight & Sound - Saturday, November 20 to see Miracle of Christmas- Ticket prices are $105 for Adults 19 and over; $80 for youth ages 13-18; and $55 for children ages 3-12.  Price includes bus, show, and Miller's Smorgasbord.  Fifty percent of the ticket price is due at time of sign-up and the remainder is due by October 3.  Contact the Fellowship Team with any questions.

Last updated on 8/31/10 by G. Davidson.