Announcements for Sunday, November 16, 2025
Worship
This Sunday (November 16) — We worship on the Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost with readings from Malachi 4:1–2a; Psalm 98; 2 Thessalonians 3:6–13; and Luke 21:5–19. Communion will be served at both services.
Next Sunday (November 23) — We worship with readings from Jeremiah 23:1–6; Psalm 46; Colossians 1:11–20; and Luke 23:33–43. Preaching: Pastor Harald Bringsjord. Music: Randy Lyden, Karl Greenfield, Dave Osley. Communion will not be served at either service.
Gather & Celebrate
Bunco Night — Friday, November 21, 6:00 pm, Mattes Center — Adults 18+. Bring a wrapped $5 “Thanksgiving”‑themed gift and enjoy a fun evening together.
Pengra Funeral — Saturday, November 22, 11:00 am.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie Social — Wednesday, November 26, 6:30 pm — A service of gratitude and reflection, followed by pie served by Church Council. Not livestreamed.
Tree Trimming & Decorating Night — Friday, November 28, 5:30 pm — Share a meal, then help decorate the sanctuary and welcome area for the Christmas season.
Family Game Night — Friday, December 12, 6:00–9:00 pm, Choir Room — An all‑ages evening of games and fellowship.
Small Groups & Support
Cancer Support Group — Tuesday, November 18, 5:00 pm, Mattes Center — A supportive space for adult cancer patients and caregivers.
Good Shepherd Men’s Group — Sundays, 6:30 pm, Mattes Center — Conversation, reflection, and fellowship. Just show up.
Lydia Circle — Tuesday, December 2, 12:00 pm, Quilt Room — Potluck lunch with coffee, dessert, and conversation. All women welcome.
Good Shepherd Women (WELCA) — Thursday, December 4, 6:00 pm, Welcome Area or via Zoom — To receive the Zoom link, call the office at (608) 788‑0450.
Grief Support Group — Thursday, December 11, 3:00 pm — Monthly gathering offering care and comfort.
Get Involved & Support
WAFER Donation Collection — Please consider a gift in the welcome area offering basket to help with hunger in La Crosse.
Toys for Tots — Donate a new toy to the barrel in the Welcome Area to brighten Christmas for over 1,200 children in La Crosse County. Scan the QR code above the barrel for the Amazon wish list. Pickup is December 5.
General Fund — Support Good Shepherd’s mission and ministry through in‑person giving or online at gslacrosse.org.
Food for Schools Project — Help stock local school food banks. Write “Food for Schools Project” in the memo line of your check or give online.
Youth Group Scrip Program — Purchase Scrip cards, including Kwik Trip, in the Welcome Area or in the church office Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–1:00 pm.
Note: No Quilting for Lutheran World Relief in November or December. Quilting resumes Monday, January 12, 2026, and then meets the second and fourth Mondays, 9:00 am–3:00 pm.
Church Directories & Photos Available
2025 Church Photos and Directories are available in the Welcome Area. If you purchased a directory or have a complimentary photo waiting, please pick it up. A limited number of directories are available for $20.
