Announcements for Sunday, October 19, 2025

Worship

• This Sunday (October 19) — We worship on the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost with readings from Genesis 32:22–31; Psalm 121; 2 Timothy 3:14–4:5; and Luke 18:1–8. Communion will be served at both services, and we will celebrate the baptism of Josephine June Denstad at the 10:30am service.

• Next Sunday (October 26) — We worship on Reformation Sunday with readings from Jeremiah 31:31–34; Psalm 46; Romans 3:19–28; and John 8:31–36. Communion will not be served.

Gather & Celebrate

• Bunco Night — Friday, October 17, 6:00 pm, Mattes Center — Bring a $5 wrapped “Halloween”-themed gift and enjoy an evening of laughter, games, and fellowship. Open to ages 18 and up.

• Trunk or Treat — Saturday, October 25, 3:00–5:00 pm, Good Shepherd Parking Lot — Join us for decorated trunks, candy, and festive fun for all ages! Costumes encouraged. Invite friends and neighbours. Questions? Contact Brea Ellison at breanna@gslacrosse.org.

• Burrito Breakfast — Sunday, November 2, between services, Mattes Center — Enjoy burritos with all the fixings (or on a plate) while supplies last. A free-will offering will be collected.

• Family Game Night — Friday, November 14, 6:00–9:00 pm, Mattes Center — Bring your friends and family for an evening of games and fun for all ages!

• Holiday Marketplace — Saturday, November 15, 9:00 am–2:00 pm — Shop from 23 vendors (all spots sold out!), enjoy a pulled pork lunch for $7, and take home delicious Norwegian lefse. Bakers Needed: Please sign up to donate baked goods on the church bulletin board and drop them off November 13–14 (Noon–5 pm).

Small Groups & Support

• Quilting for Lutheran World Relief — Monday, October 27, 9:00 am–3:00 pm, Quilting Room — Come for all or part of the day! Quilters are also welcome to sew at home—guidelines are available at gslacrosse.org/quilters.

• Cancer Support Group — Tuesday, October 21, 5:00 pm, Mattes Center — A supportive space for cancer patients and caregivers.

• Grief Support Group — Thursday, November 13, 3:00 pm — Meets monthly on the second Thursday to share and find comfort together.

• Lydia Circle — Tuesday, November 4, 1:00 pm, Quilt Room — All women are welcome to join for coffee, dessert, and conversation.

• Good Shepherd Women (WELCA) — Thursday, November 6, 6:00 pm — Join in person or via Zoom. For the Zoom link, call the church office at (608) 788-0450 or email office@gslacrosse.org.

• Good Shepherd Men’s Group — Sundays, 6:30 pm, Mattes Center — Join for conversation, reflection, and fellowship. No registration required.

Get Involved & Support

• Faith Webs Ministry — Build intergenerational connections while supporting youth attending camps, mission trips, or faith events. Email faithwebs@gslacrosse.org to participate as a youth or adult partner.

• General Fund — Support Good Shepherd’s mission and ministry through in-person or online giving.

• Food For Schools Project — Help stock local school food pantries. Write “Food For Schools” in the memo line of your check or give online.