Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

3rd Gr Bible Class
2017-10-15 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
This class is for children in Grade 3 who have not yet received a Bible or those who would like a Bible refresher class. A meal will be provided followed by a kid-friendly tutorial about the Bible. Children taking this class will receive their Bibles as a gift during the service of their choice:

Oktoberfest
2017-10-08 15:00 - 19:00
The Adult Ministry Team is pleased to announce the first Good Shepherd Oktoberfest! This will be an exciting event for the entire congregation, as this will be the first major dinner in the new fellowship Commons space.

Appetizer: Soft, warm pretzels
Main Course: Bratwurst or 1/4 pound hot dog – with fixings of your choice (including sauerkraut of course), beans and chips
Beverages: Root beer, apple spritzer, water and coffee
Dessert: German chocolate, apple strudel and black forest cupcakes

We will have games and activities for the kids, German music and decor, and good Christian fellowship. This is an Inter-generational family event, all are welcome so please bring your friends, family and neighbors!

Mission Trip Meeting
2017-10-08 11:30 - 12:30

Bible Study
2017-10-05 19:00 - 20:00
Join us as we study The Story of Scripture from the Life Guide Bible Study Series.

Baptism Class
2017-10-01 11:15 - 12:15
Baptisms are a declaration of God’s grace and we want you to discuss this extraordinary gift with your child for years to come! If you’re planning to have your child baptized at Good Shepherd and it’s your first child baptized with us, you should consider attending our baptism class which is offered the First Sunday of each month from 11:15-12:15. If you are planning to attend a class, please email the church office at admin@goodshepherdigh.com.

Game Night
2017-09-28 18:30 - 21:00
The Adult Ministry team would like to invite members of the congregation to
join us for an evening of fun and fellowship as we enjoy cards & games Thursday September 28th @ 6:30pm @ Good Shepherd. Bring your favorite board game or join others in a card game of friendly competition. Please bring a dish to share as we will (in Lutheran tradition) have an old fashioned church “pot luck” dinner.

6th Grade Welcome
2017-09-24 11:30 - 13:30
Welcome 6th graders to Confirm†Faith! Join Pastor Leesa and Jacob for a fun-filled afternoon when we will give you a roaring good welcome into our Confirm†Faith ministry on Sunday, September 24, from 11:30-2:00 PM. We will have lunch together, followed by a preview of what leading worship and acolyting are like, some Bible basics, a little Communion review, and a chance to answer any and all of your questions about your journey over the next three years. We would like all of our 6th graders to attend so please mark your calendar for this very important get-together!

Sunday School
2017-09-24 09:15 - 10:15
Classes for Pre-K thru Grade 5

Bible Study
2017-09-24 09:15 - 10:15
We discuss the Church Year Scripture Lessons designated for each particular Sunday. Everyone is invited to attend.

Senior High Lock In
2017-09-22 20:00 - 2017-09-23 08:00
Good Shepherd Lutheran is excited to host a Senior High Lock-In on Friday, September 22, not only for our youth, but also for youth involved with our friends at Amazing Grace, All Saints, St. Luke’s, Bethesda, and Luther Memorial. Our hope is that you meet new people, share God’s love, and have fun! There will be a lot happening throughout the evening; from midnight bowling, escape room, late-night worship, and even an opportunity to sleep (maybe…). We hope you can join us!

Red Cross Blood Drive
2017-09-21 13:30 - 19:30

Bible Study
2017-09-21 10:00 - 23:00
The BE Free (Galatians) by Warren W Wiersbe is used to guide the study and discussion.

Wednesday Night†Live
2017-09-20 19:15 - 20:00
Grades Kindergarten thru 5

Confirmation
2017-09-20 18:30 - 20:00

Worship
2017-09-20 18:30 - 19:00 | Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7600 Cahill Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN, 55076, United States

10†25
2017-09-20 17:30 - 18:30
Our 10†25 ministry draws its purpose from the story of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25). In the words of Lyle Griner, creator of Peer Ministry Leadership, Good Samaritan Leadership “is a lifestyle of caring, welcoming, and affirming every neighbor. We believe that all are called to a vocation of loving others, as a response to a loving God, through a relationship with Jesus Christ.” 10†25 welcomes all high school youth and seeks to provide a time and place where we can learn together how we can live a Good Samaritan lifestyle.

Council Meeting
2017-09-19 19:00 - 20:30

Guide Orientation
2017-09-18 18:30 - 19:30

Usher Meeting
2017-09-18 18:00 - 19:00
All Usher meeting on Monday, September 18 from 6:00-7:00pm (promise no longer than one hour)! It’s been a long while since we were all sitting in the same room at the same time to get on the same page regarding this important Sunday morning service. This is your opportunity to ask questions and to get a refresher ‘course’! Please make ever effort to attend. If you are interested in joining an usher team, plan on attending too. Call or email the church office to get on a team!

Bible Study
2017-09-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2017-09-12 18:30 - 19:30
Tuesday Nights from 6:30-7:30 & Thursday Mornings from 10:00-11:00
Join us for the time that fits best in your schedule.
Pastor Leesa will lead the conversation on the Gospel of Matthew, which is not simply a biography of Jesus or a collection of his teachings, but a story that invites us to become his disciples: To learn from, follow and enter into a living relationship with him, the Messiah. Come to one or all sessions at the time most convenient to you.

The Birth of the Messiah, September 12 & 14
This is My Son, the Beloved, September 19 & 21
You are the Salt of the Earth, September 26 & 28
You of Little Faith, October 3 & 5
Who Do You Say That I Am, October 10 & 12
Where Two or Three are Gathered, October 24 & 26
My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?, November 7 & 9
I Am With You Always, November 14 & 16

7th Gr Confirmation Orientation
2017-09-13 19:00 - 20:00

6th Gr Confirmation Orientation
2017-09-13 18:00 - 19:00

Ladies Night Out
2017-09-13 17:15
Dinner at The Tavern in Woodbury. Leaving from the church at 5:15.

Fireside Chat
2017-09-11 18:30 - 20:00
Join Pastor Leesa on Monday Nights from 6:30-8:00 for Yoga and a Fireside Chat. After resting our bodies in a downward dog, we will sit around the fireplace reading excerpts from the book “Bible Women: All Their Words and Why They Matter” by Lindsay Freeman to walk along-side our spiritual grandmothers and great-grandmothers from scripture. This may be a great opportunity to include your middle school or high school youth to break away from the crazy for just one night of “Awwwwwe’!
You can choose to participate in the Yoga portion alone, the Fireside Chat alone or both!

Yoga†Devotion
2017-09-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Good Shepherd Education Hall
Class Structure
This is a Multi-Level class that is equally enjoyed by both newcomers and returning class members. Yogadevo†ion combines the physical exercise practice of Yoga with a devotional experience. Josie Trobec will be returning as our instructor. Everyone is welcome! Bring your friends!
Yogadevotion LLC classes begin in the breath, centering ourselves in the Presence of God….setting aside all that distracts us from the relationship God intents for us. Our devotional time is at the beginning of the class, opening with scripture that speaks to a practice of faith, during the breath work. Reflections on the scripture are written by Pastor Cindy Senarighi, ordained pastor in the ELCA. The body of the class is a combination of standing poses, balance poses and floor poses. We use music in our classes as well as silence to intentionally listen for God’s voice. The classes close with restorative yoga, a practice of calm alertness that allows a time of reflection and thanksgiving for God’s Presence in our lives. The faith based language you will hear in class is familiar, the benediction, invocation and prayer that closes the class. This class is for all levels as Yogadevotion LLC teaches that the primary teacher is your own body and that voice is the important one. Modifications are offered for all poses.
What to Wear – What to Bring
We encourage participants to bring water and wear comfortable fitting, layered clothes. A yoga mat is recommended.
Notes: Missed classes can be made up at other Yoga Devotion class. No refunds for missed classes.

Exaltation Ringers
2017-09-11 18:00 - 19:30

Java with Jesus
2017-09-11 06:30 - 07:30
Senior High Youth are invited to jumpstart their week with a cup of java or a cooler and devotions with Jacob and Pastor Leesa at Caribou Coffee on Cahill (near Wal-mart). Bring a friend!

Greeter Meeting
2017-09-10 11:15 - 12:30
As the Hospitality Team puts forth some fresh ideas to welcome visitors to Good Shepherd and we get better acquainted with our building, we thought it would be helpful to gather all Greeters and those interested in Greeting, for a one time, one hour meeting on Sunday, September 10 from 11:15-12:30pm. Greeting has to be one of the easiest Service opportunities we have at church, but perhaps is one of the most important. Please consider being a Greeter and standing at our open door with a smile and a hand reached out to welcome all who enter.

9th Grade Confirmation
2017-09-10 09:15 - 10:15
Exploring our Stories is a special six-week ministry where youth will participate in Dependable Strengths, a vocational program to help our 9th grade youth prepare for their tradition from Confirm†Faith to Adult Membership. Youth will meet Sunday mornings at 9:15 AM starting Sunday, September 10, where they will identify their core skills, abilities, traits, and positive characteristics which make them unique for God’s work in the world.
