WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOR THE WEEK OF ​NOVEMBER 8, 2026
OUR FATHER’S BUSINESS THIS WEEK
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Sunday, November 8 8:00 AM Worship Service
9:15 AM Education Hour
10:30 AM Worship Service with Communion
Monday, November 9 5:30 PM Bell Choir
6:00 PM Youth Group
6:30 PM Adult Choir
Tuesday, November 10 8:30 AM Circuit Pastors Meeting
1:30 PM LWML Meeting
Wednesday, November 11 10:30 AM Adult Bible Study
5:15 PM Confirmation Class
Thursday, November 12 6:30 PM Worship Service with Communion
Saturday, November 14 7:00-8:00 AM Men’s Group
9:00 AM Women’s Group
Sunday, November 15 8:00 AM Worship Service with Communion
9:15 AM Education Hour
10:30 AM Worship Service
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Come work in the church office! Good Shepherd Lutheran is currently seeking a Church Office Manager to assist Pastor and the congregation. This role ensures that the church office functions smoothly, and members and visitors experience a warm, organized, and helpful environment. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and proficiency with modern office and digital tools are essential. Prior administrative or office management experience required; experience in a church or nonprofit setting preferred. Contact the church office, if interested: 920-231-0530.
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Quiet Bags: Every week, our younger members use the Quiet Bags. We are looking for someone to keep the bags tidy and full of activities. All supplies are provided by the church; we just need someone to check the bags once a week and put in new coloring pages/activities. If you are interested, please call the church office 920-231-0530 or email church@oshkoshgoodshepherd.org
Hymn Festival Thank You: Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our Fall Hymn Festival. Church music is a sacred gift that turns our hearts toward gratitude, anchoring our praise in God’s unchanging faithfulness. We lifted our voices in joy and comfort as we sang to God’s glory. The beauty of the many instruments added so much. Thank you to our faithful adult choir and bell choir for your time and servant hearts. We were able to open our doors to spread the good news of Jesus. A free will offering of over $300 was collected and given to our mission of the month.
Craft Fair News: Food-safe containers and bags are now available in the narthex for packaging items for the bake sale. Please feel free to use these supplies or purchase your own. Experience has shown that baked goods packaged on paper plates covered with plastic wrap do not hold up well with frequent handling. When labeling your baked goods, please remember to indicate whether they contain peanut butter or nuts. Baked goods may be dropped off at the church beginning Wednesday, November 18, during regular office hours or anytime the church is open. On Friday, someone will be available to receive bakery donations between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept any baked goods on the day of the craft sale. If you are unable to drop off your baked goods during these hours or have any questions, please contact: Pat Phillips: (920) 420-5143 or Pat Dreger: (920) 420-9665. Thank you for your generosity and for helping make our bake sale a success!
We're Growing and Making Room! As our congregation continues to grow, we're finding ourselves in need of more meeting space! We are in the process of cleaning out the nursery/playroom located downstairs, just off the Fellowship Hall, so the room can be repurposed as additional meeting space. If you donated any toys or other play items currently in the room and would like them returned, please pick them up by Sunday, November 15. Any items not claimed by that date will be donated. Thank you for helping us make room for the continued growth and ministry of Good Shepherd! If you have questions, please contact the church office.
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Christian School Scholarships: Scholarships are available to help families who are sending their children to Christian elementary and high schools. If you would like to learn more or need help accessing this blessing, please leave a message in the church office. We will forward your contact information to the Board of Education, who would be happy to help.
Come See! Go Tell! Advent by Candlelight: Ladies, invite a friend and join us Thursday, December 3, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. for Advent by Candlelight! In the midst of the busy Christmas season, take time to slow down, quiet your heart, and reflect on the wonder of our Savior’s birth. Enjoy heavy appetizers, warm fellowship, traditional Christmas hymns, and an encouraging message of peace and hope as we celebrate the gift of Jesus. Sign up on the atrium bulletin board. Questions? Contact Jane Eichhorn at (920) 420-4156. We look forward to sharing this special evening with you!
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November Mission of the Month is H.O.O.A.H. WI: H.O.O.A.H stands for Helping Out Our American Heroes, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of veterans, service members, and their families throughout Wisconsin. Current statistics report that 22 veterans/military service personnel take their own life EVERY DAY. We must reduce this number to 0! H.O.O.A.H. WI partners with local organizations, businesses, and volunteers to provide mental and physical health programs, emergency assistance, suicide prevention, and peer support through community events, resource connections, and wellness programs. H.O.O.A.H. WI works to make sure no veteran or service person faces life's challenges alone. H.O.O.A.H WI carries a 90% success rate, and 100% of ALL donations go directly to our military community in need. Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous support of Good Shepherd's November Mission of the Month, H.O.O.A.H. WI, serving and protecting those who serve(d) and protect(ed) us. For more information, to volunteer, or to receive assistance, please visit hooahwi.org, and view the Mission of the Month Bulletin Boards. 2 Chronicles 20:15: ".............Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God's."
Food Donations: November's Good Shepherd Pantry theme is "Give What You “Can”". Items for this month are canned items or holiday food. Good Shepherd donated over 100 pounds of food and $100 in Scrip cards to the Food Pantry in October! Way to show love and support to our community!
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KFUO.ORG: Tune in for “There Is a Redeemer”, our study of the book of Job on Sharper Iron (weekdays at 8 a.m. CT)! On Thy Strong Word (weekdays at 11 a.m. CT), we’re continuing our study of Chronicles. Follow along as we pick up with 1 Chronicles 9. On Concord Matters (11/21 at 10 a.m. CT), Pastor Finnern and Rev. John Pless will be diving into a study of Walther’s Law and Gospel, following our discussion of Article 5 of the Epitome of the Formula of Concord. Find your favorite programs on demand by visiting kfuo.org!
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Last Week at Good Shepherd…
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Attendance: Thursday: 57 Sunday: 8:00: 139 10:30: 115 Total: 311
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October Giving Summary
Contributions Received: $41,607.45
Monthly Budgeted Expenses: $34,428.40
(“…So it is with you. Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, try to excel in gifts that build up the church.”) -1 Corinthians 14:1
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Please Remember in Your Prayers:
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Church Members:
Kirsten Klatt; Kurt Brunner; Nancy Williams; Brian Koch & Family with the passing of his grandmother; Ruth Galow; Kathy Reehl; Jan Peterson; Jim Purath; Bob Loewe; David Doan; Bev Zink; JoAnn Meier; Frank Jarvenpaa; Donna Gohlke; Shirley Radloff; Jim & Sharron Ziemer; Bill and Louise Gabert
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Friends & Relatives of Church Members:
Larry and Debbie Last’s great nephew; Jack; Verna Butt’s daughter, Tammy; Linda Brehmer’s cousin, Lori; Tom & Ruth Never’s daughter, Wendy; Judy Mehn’s mother; Bonnie Borgen’s sister, Mary; Jan Peterson’s sisters (especially Jodie) & niece & son, Scot and daughter, Paula; Gene ; Bill Zorr’s daughter, Cathy; Erlinda’s friend, Dave; Ellen Konrad’s mother, Joyce; Jerry Cooley’s mom, Ann; Pastor Hayman’s cousin, Ron Johnson; Glen & Iris Lienhard’s friend, Pastor Bob Benke; Pastor G’s neighbor, Paul, Pastor G’s friend, Rev. Steve Meltzer; Anne Fogtman’s sister, Jane; Gary Bunke’s daughter, Brielle; Lee Paris’ son, Andy; Gene & Donna Gohlke’s nephews, Kirk and Michael, granddaughter, Karley & friend, Paul.
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Those Who Want to Worship with Us But Aren’t Currently Able:
Bev Zink; Joann Behm, Shirley Radloff, Jane Nowicki, Manette Flouro, JoAnn Meier, Bill & Louise Gabert, Jim & Sharron Ziemer, Lee Paris, Emily Brunner, Jean Stauber, Vicki Beck, Bill Zorr, Alfred Piotter; Marge Bolding & Milt & JoAnn Haskins
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Military/Overseas Members & Their Families:
Malayna Brehmer (granddaughter of Barry & Linda Brehmer), Ryan Weber (son of Tim & Liz Hoversten) Anna Borst, granddaughter of Sherri Groskreutz, studying abroad in Italy
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*Please let Lynn Paulus, our Prayer Chain Coordinator, know when we can take you or your loved one off
the prayer list lynn@travelleaders.com