Announcements for Sunday, October 26, 2025

Worship

• This 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 at either service.

• Next Sunday (November 2) — We worship on All Saints Day with readings from Daniel 7:1–3, 15–18; Psalm 149; Ephesians 1:11–23; and Luke 6:20–31. Communion will be served at both services, and we will celebrate the baptism of Kirsenlohr at the 8:30am service.

Gather & Celebrate

• 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 accepted.

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

• Bunco Night — Friday, November 21, 6:00 pm, Mattes Center — Join us for a fun evening of fellowship, laughter, and games! Bring a $5 wrapped “Thanksgiving”-themed gift and enjoy the company of others. Open to ages 18 and up.

• 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 are needed—please sign up on the bulletin board and drop off donations November 13–14 (Noon–5 pm). Don’t miss the signed Packers football raffle!

• Book Signing with Mariah Forster Olson — Sunday, November 16, 2:00 pm, Welcome Area — Meet Good Shepherd member and author of Hope Over Despair – Childhood Cancer and the Lifelong Journey of Survivorship. A portion of sales supports The Neuroblastoma Children’s Cancer Society.

• Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie Social — Wednesday, November 26, 6:30 pm — Join us for a special service of gratitude and reflection, followed by a pie social hosted by Church Council. This service will not be livestreamed.

Small Groups & Support

• Quilting for Lutheran World Relief — Monday, November 10, 9:00 am–3:00 pm, Quilting Room — Join us for all or part of the day! Quilters may also sew at home—guidelines available at gslacrosse.org/quilters.

• Lydia Circle — Tuesday, November 4, 1:00 pm, Quilt Room — All women are welcome 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.

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

• 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 — Join for conversation, reflection, and fellowship. No registration required.

Get Involved & Support

• Faith Webs Ministry — Sunday, November 2 — Sign up on All Saints Sunday to participate as a youth or adult partner. Build intergenerational connections while supporting youth attending camps, mission trips, or faith events.

• 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.

• Youth Group Scrip Program — Support our youth by purchasing Scrip cards (including Kwik Trip) in the Welcome Area or church office, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–1:00pm.