Announcements for October 18, 2026
Worship Schedule
8:30 am & 10:30 am: Worship Services.
8:30 am: Hayes William Ellenbecker Baptism.
8:30 am: Sunday School.
Leadership & Music: Pastor Harald Bringsjord preaching; music led by Randy Lyden, Karl Greenfield, and Dave Osley.
Readings: Isaiah 45:1-7; Psalm 96:1-9; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10; Matthew 22:15-22.
Serving in Worship:
Ushers: Barb Coppernoll-Geary, Lee Geary (8:30 am); Liam Johnson (10:30 am).
Readers: Marv and Darryle Clott (8:30 am); John May (10:30 am).
Broadcast & Media: Jens Bringsjord, Rick Laufenberg, Mark Bronson (8:30 am); Sara Wrobel (10:30 am).
Altar Guild: Claudette Giblin (8:30 am); Barb Foye (10:30 am).
Note: Communion will be served this Sunday.
Next Sunday (October 25)
8:30 am & 10:30 am: Worship Services.
8:30 am: Sunday School.
Leadership & Music: Pastor Harald Bringsjord preaching; music led by Randy Lyden, Karl Greenfield, Dave Osley.
Readings: Jeremiah 31:31-34; Psalm 46; Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36.
Note: Communion will not be served this Sunday.
Gather & Celebrate
Viterbo University Presentation: Thursday, October 22, at 7:00 pm at the Viterbo Fine Arts Center. Carl Wilkens (author of I'm Not Leaving) will share his experiences during the 1994 Rwandan genocide and discuss the importance of empathy free of charge. Contact Darryle Clott for details.
Trunk or Treat!: Saturday, October 24, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the parking lot. Decorated trunks, candy, and games for kids of all ages. Questions? Contact Brea Ellison at breanna@gslacrosse.org.
Lydia Circle: Tuesday, November 3, at 1:00 pm in the Choir Room. All women are welcome for coffee, friendly conversation, and delicious desserts.
Adult Reading Group: Wednesday, November 4, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Discussion on Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren. Contact the church office for more information.
Good Shepherd Women - WELCA: Thursday, November 5, at 6:00 pm in the Quilting Room or via Zoom (contact the office at 608-788-0450 for the link).
Family Game Night: Friday, November 13, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm in the Mattes Center. A mix of board games, card games, and more for everyone to enjoy.
Celebrating 13 Years of Ministry with Pastor Harald: Sunday, November 15, at 9:30 am joint worship service celebrating Pastor Harald's retirement, followed by a celebration honoring his years of service.
Bunco Night: Friday, November 20, at 6:00 pm in the Mattes Center. Open to ages 18 and up. Bring a $5 wrapped "Thanksgiving" themed gift.
Support Groups
Cancer Support Group: Third Tuesday of the month. Next meeting: October 20 at 5:00 pm in the Mattes Center. Offers adult cancer patients and their caregivers a safe, confidential space to share feelings and experiences.
Women’s Ministries & Marketplace
LWR Quilting: 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the quilting room. Next meeting: Monday, October 26.
WELCA Marketplace Helpers Needed:
Lefse Donors: Sourcing good sized rounds of homemade lefse for the November 14 sale.
Holiday Treat Bakers: Cookies or any other Christmas specialties needed dropped off by noon on Friday, November 13.
Service & Volunteer Opportunities
Drivers Needed: Volunteers needed with a little extra room in their vehicle to provide rides to church for members who lack transportation. Sign up in the back of church or use the QR code.
Financial Stewardship: Support the General Fund, which covers all operating expenses and church activities, or this month’s featured fund, the Food For Schools Project, which helps stock area school food banks.
New Member Orientation: Held twice a year. Contact the church office for details.
Church Information
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Phone: (608) 788-0450 | Email: office@gslacrosse.org
Address: 4141 Mormon Coulee Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601
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