Announcements for Sunday, March 1, 2026

Worship

• Sunday, March 1 — Second Sunday in Lent We worship this Sunday 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 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 8 — Third Sunday in Lent Next Sunday we continue the season of Lent with readings from Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 95, Romans 5:1-11, and John 4:5-42. Harald Bringsjord will preach, with music led by Randy Lyden, Karl Greenfield, and Dave Osley. Communion will not be served next Sunday. Worship will be held at 8:30 and 10:30 am, with Sunday School at 8:30 am.

Gather & Celebrate

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Easter Garden Contributions: We are planning an Easter Garden around the altar. If you would like to contribute a potted plant, please drop it off at the church by noon on Good Friday with your name on it.

Small Groups & Support

• Good Shepherd Men’s Group — Sundays, 6:30 pm, Mattes Center: The group meets weekly to provide fellowship for the men of the congregation.

• 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, March 9, 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 (8:30 & 10:30) or cameras (8:30) 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

• 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.

• Funeral Sympathies: We extend sympathies to the family of Millie Hamann, who passed away Feb 24th. Her funeral will be held at Good Shepherd on March 21st at 11:00 am.