WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOR THE WEEK OF ​APRIL 19, 2026
OUR FATHER’S BUSINESS THIS WEEK
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Sunday, April 19 8:00 A.M. Worship Service with Communion
9:15 A.M. Education Hour
10:30 A.M. Worship Service
Monday, April 20 5:30 P.M. Bell Choir
6:30 P.M. Adult Choir
Tuesday, April 21 6:30 P.M. Council Meeting
Wednesday, April 22 10:30 A.M. Adult Bible Study
5:15 P.M. Confirmation Class
6:30 P.M. Youth Group
Thursday, April 23 6:30 P.M. Worship Service with Communion
Saturday, April 25 7:00 A.M. Men’s Group
8:30 A.M. Women’s Group
9:30 A.M. LWML Spring Rally
4:00 P.M. Family Movie Night “David”
Sunday, April 26 8:00 A.M. Worship Service
9:15 A.M. Education Hour
10:30 A.M. Worship Service with Communion
5:30 P.M. Praise Night
Thank You: THANK YOU, faithful members of Good Shepherd for your generous support of Good Shepherd's March Mission of the Month, OPD Mental Health & Resiliency Program! Your prayers for and faith in our men and women in blue blessed them with $3,424.31 that will help to heal some of the wounds, seen and unseen, suffered by them, on our behalf. The demanding work done, and sacrifices endured by our beloved officers follows the path walked by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ: John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." And YOU are visibly obedient in obeying God's Word: Matthew 22:39: "Love your neighbor as yourself." Thank you, good and faithful servants!
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Mite Boxes: Thank you for faithfully collecting your Mite Box offerings! We invite you to return your full Mite Boxes on Thursday, April 16th or Sunday, April 19th, so these gifts can be put to work supporting missions around the world. Every coin and dollar helps share the love of Christ, funding mission grants that reach people in need both near and far. Your small offerings truly make a big impact—thank you for being part of God’s work through your generosity!
All Ladies of Good Sheperd! Join us as we host the LWML Zone 11 Spring Rally, Saturday, April 25, right here at Good Shepherd. It’s a morning set aside not just for gathering—but for being encouraged, connected, and reminded of how God is at work beyond what we often see. Registration begins at 9:30 AM, followed by a program and meeting at 10:00 AM, with a light lunch afterwards. We’re co-hosting with our sister church, Trinity Lutheran in Oshkosh, and welcoming Pastor Bud Palmer, who will be sharing about “Reaching Out to Deaf People and Their Families” (Matthew 28:18–20). This is a chance to hear how the Gospel is reaching into the deaf community right here in Wisconsin—and maybe to see outreach in a new way. See the poster for even more details.
Food Dontations: This month, we are focusing on collecting our most needed pantry staples. Donations of the following items are greatly appreciated: peanut butter and jelly, tuna, canned chicken, noodles, spaghetti sauce, alfredo sauce, canned fruits and vegetables, applesauce, and soups. Thank you for helping support those in need!
Mission of the Month: The Lord warns in Luke 17:2: "It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around his neck than for him to cause one of these little ones to sin." As Christians, it is our duty to protect the sanctity of life, all life, from the unborn to the most aged. Good Shepherd's April Mission of the Month, Word of Hope, serves to obey this command. Word of Hope, a Lutherans for Life ministry, offers compassionate, confidential, Scripture-based spiritual care to those wrestling with a host of imminent life issues: abortion, post-abortion trauma, pregnancy, suicide, physcian-assisted suicide, doubts about salvation, family support, and more. Please prayerfully consider and generously support this Mission to bring the name, hope, peace, and love of Jesus to ALL His children. In this Holy Season of New Life, please prayerfully consider attending the April 25, (2:00-4:00 PM) March for Life in Madison to give a voice to and fight for our most vulnerable, the unborn. Please visit the Mission of the Month bulletin board and word-of-hope.org for more information on how Word of Hope can help you or someone you love.
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Praise Night: Our next Praise Night is on Sunday, April 26 at 5:30 PM. We begin with time for fellowship and connection, and then move into a night of praise and worship centered on who God is and what He's doing among us. If your week has been full, come exhale. If your faith feels steady, come give thanks. If you're somewhere in between...come anyway. We especially invite youth, young adults, and families, but this evening is for anyone who wants to gather, worship, and be reminded they are not alone.
Last Week at Good Shepherd…
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Attendance: Thursday: 45 Sunday: 8:00: 99 10:30: 152 Total: 296
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March Giving Summary
Contributions Received: $56,391.00
Budgeted Amount for March: $34,428.00
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(“…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:
Susan Danula; Joanne Brinkman; Jim Purath; Bob Loewe; David Doan; Bev Zink; Pastor & JoAnn Meier; Frank Jarvenpaa; Donna Gohlke; Shirley Radloff; Jim & Sharron Ziemer; and Louise Gabert
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Friends & Relatives of Church Members:
Vivian Mittelstaedt’s sister, Ruth; Erlinda Nienass’ friend, David; Ellen Konrad’s mother, Joyce; Jerry Cooley’s mom, Ann; Verna Butt’s daughter, Tammy; Pastor Meier’s son, Pastor Mark Meier; Pastor Hayman’s cousin, Ron Johnson; Glen & Iris Lienhard’s friend, Pastor Bob Benke; Pastor G’s neighbor, Paul; Anne Fogtman’s sister, Jane; Brian Luethy’s mother, Cindy; Barry & Linda’s niece, Jenni Fuhrman; Gary Bunke’s daughter, Brielle; Barry & Linda Brehmer’s friend, Jeff Freund; Lee Paris’ son, Andy; Pastor Koepsell’s mother, Lorraine; Jan Peterson’s sisters & niece & son, Scot and daughter, Paula; Ron & Chris Feutz’s grandson, Logan Feutz; 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; Bonnie Wenzel, Joann Behm, Shirley Radloff, Jane Nowicki, Manette Flouro, Pastor & JoAnn Meier, Bill & Louise Gabert, Jim & Sharron Ziemer, Lee Paris, Emily Brunner, Jean Stauber, Vicki Beck, Bill Zorr, 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)
*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
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Opportunity to support community members…
(The following letter is from friends of Matt & Julie Toll)
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Dear Good Shepherd,
I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out with a humble request and a grateful heart.
Hi, my name is Julie Nast and I am deeply involved in my kidney patient advocacy work. I have been blessed with the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. for two upcoming trips dedicated to advancing awareness and supporting policies that impact the kidney community. The first trip is May 4-7 and the second trip is June 27-30.
While the travel expenses are fully covered, I am seeking assistance in covering incidental costs such as meals, local transportation, and a few necessary clothing items for the trip. My boyfriend, Nick, and I will both be attending.
Rather than requesting financial donations, we would much prefer the opportunity to earn this support through service to our church community. Nick is available to assist with tasks such as yard work, dog walking, and general service projects. Due to my physical disability, I am best suited for light-duty activities, including folding laundry, house sitting, dishwashing, organizing, or similar tasks.
We would be grateful for any opportunities where we could lend a helping hand while earning funds to support my advocacy efforts. Our goal is to represent our community with professionalism and purpose while continuing to serve others along the way.
If you or someone you know could benefit from assistance, please feel free to contact me at 920-573-9031 or julielynnnast1985@hotmail.com. Thank you for your continued encouragement, prayers, and support.
With sincere appreciation and blessings,
Julie and Nick