Announcements for Sunday, February 22, 2026
Worship
Sunday, February 22 — First Sunday in Lent We worship this Sunday with readings from Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7, Psalm 32, Romans 5:12-19, and Matthew 4:1-11. Harald Bringsjord will preach, with music led by Randy Lyden, Karl Greenfield, and Dave Osley. Communion will not be served this Sunday. Worship will be held at 8:30 and 10:30 am, with the 8:30 am service livestreamed. Sunday School meets at 8:30 am.
Sunday, March 1 — Second Sunday in Lent Next Sunday we continue the season of Lent with readings from Genesis 12:1-4a, Psalm 121, Romans 4:1-5, 13-17, and John 3:1-17. Harald Bringsjord will preach, with music led by Randy Lyden, Karl Greenfield, and Dave Osley. Communion will be served next Sunday. Worship will be held at 8:30 and 10:30 am, with Sunday School at 8:30 am.
Gather & Celebrate
Winter Choir Festival — Sunday, February 22, 4:00 pm, Trinity Lutheran Church: Join the La Crosse Area Synod for an afternoon of music. The event is held at 1010 Sill Street; admission is free.
Faith Webs Potluck — Thursday, February 26, 5:30 pm, Mattes Center: All participants are invited for a potluck dinner. Contact Stephanie Andersen for more information.
Burrito Breakfast — Sunday, March 1, 9:30 am, Mattes Center: Join us for a burrito breakfast with all the fixings between worship services. A free will offering will be accepted while supplies last.
Family Game Night — Friday, March 13, 6:00–9:00 pm, Mattes Center: All ages are welcome for an evening of board games, card games, and fun together as a church community.
Bunco Night — Friday, March 20, 6:00 pm, Mattes Center: Adults 18+ are invited for an evening of laughter and games. Please bring a $5 wrapped gift with a "St. Patrick's Day" theme.
Small Groups & Support
Good Shepherd Men’s Group — Sundays, 6:30 pm, Mattes Center: The group will not meet on February 22 but will resume its weekly schedule on March 1.
Lydia Circle — Tuesday, March 3, 1:00 pm, Quilt Room: All women are invited for coffee, delicious desserts, and friendly conversation.
Good Shepherd Women (WELCA) — Thursday, March 5, 6:00 pm: Join in person in the Quilting Room or via Zoom. Contact the office for the Zoom link.
Grief Support Group — Thursday, March 12, 3:00 pm: A caring and understanding group offering a space to share, listen, and find comfort together.
Cancer Support Group — Tuesday, March 17, 5:00 pm, Mattes Center: A safe, confidential space for adult cancer patients and caregivers to share feelings and experiences.
Get Involved & Support
Quilting for Lutheran World Relief — Monday, February 23, 9:00 am–3:00 pm, Quilting Room: Help create quilts for LWR. Join for part or all of the day—whatever fits your schedule.
Food for Schools Project — Support local school food banks by donating online via the QR code or by check made payable to the church with "Food for Schools Project" in the memo line.
Media Team Members Needed — Help run the PowerPoint or cameras during Sunday services. No experience is needed, and training is provided. Contact Rick at Rick@gslacrosse.org to help.
Call Committee Update — The committee is seeking congregational input via surveys to complete the church profile for pastoral recruitment. Contact committee members like Tom Andersen or Todd Fergot with questions.
Other Announcements
Lenten Worship Services — Wednesdays, 6:30 pm: Join us for Lenten worship followed by coffee, desserts, and fellowship at 7:30 pm in the Mattes Center.
Sunday Fellowship — Join us for coffee and fellowship in the welcome area following worship services.
Good Shepherd Scholarships — Members pursuing technical or 4-year undergraduate degrees are invited to apply for scholarships by April 1st.
Church Rummage Sale — The annual sale will be held July 18th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Reservation forms for tables are available in the office or welcome area.
