WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOR THE WEEK OF ​NOVEMBER 9, 2025
OUR FATHER’S BUSINESS THIS WEEK
Sunday, November 9 8:00 A.M. Worship Service
9:15 A.M. Education Hour
10:30 A.M. Worship Service with Communion
11:30 A.M. Evangelism Meeting
3:00 P.M. Hymn Sing
Monday, November 10 5:30 P.M. Bell Choir
6:30 P.M. Adult Choir
Tuesday, November 11 1:30 P.M. LWML Meeting
Wednesday, November 12 12:30 – 4:00 P.M. Craft Group
5:15 P.M. Confirmation Class
Thursday, November 13 6:30 P.M. Worship Service with Communion
6:00 P.M. Bingo Night
Saturday, November 15 7:00-8:00 A.M. Men’s Bible Study
9:00 A.M. Women’s Bible Study
Sunday, November 16 8:00 A.M. Worship Service with Communion
9:15 A.M. Education Hour
10:30 A.M. Worship Service
Noon-1:30 P.M. Youth Bowling – Rev’s
5:30 P.M. Youth Praise Night
2025 Hymn Sing: Please plan on joining us this Sunday, November 9th at 3:00 pm. for the Hymn Sing. This is a wonderful event to invite friends and family to. There will be a reception following the concert. If you signed up to bring food for the reception, please label it for the Hymn Sing and leave it in the atrium kitchenette.
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Connecting Well Survey: Thank you to those of you who have already completed the survey. Your feedback is invaluable! For the rest of you, we are anxiously awaiting your response! Having a consolidated list of our collective talents that we would offer out of thanksgiving to the Lord’s work at Good Shepherd helps give us structure and allows us to plan more effectively. More importantly, the feedback part of the survey gives us crucial information to better our ministry, set goals, and create vision for the future. Please take time to share your thoughts with us! Paper copies in the atrium or online with the QR code below or URL: https://forms.gle/aohEoAD883FZ7Sdq5
Mission of the Month: This month's mission of the month is Good Shepherd's new young adult connection ministry: Anchored Away. The ministry is designed to support and encourage our young people in their endeavors following high school graduation. “Anchored” emphasizes the aim: Keep young adults anchored to the congregation, to others, and to Christ. “Away” reflects the college setting where students are away from home, away at school, but not far from their church family. But this ministry isn’t just for those who go away after high school. It also supports and encourages those who choose to study locally, while living at home; those who choose to enter the military; and those who choose to enter the workforce. We support our young people in their faith and in their life journey by regularly sending notes of encouragement along with gift cards so they can take a moment away from life’s demands for themselves. Financial gifts will be used to purchase cards, gift cards and postage so that we can stay in touch with and continue to support our young people in their faith walk. Learn more on the bulletin board outside the sanctuary.
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Advent By Candlelight: Registration is open for Advent by Candlelight. Ladies of all ages are encouraged to join us on Thursday, December 4 at 6:00 PM for an evening designed to help you slow down, set aside the holiday to-do list, savor the season, and prepare your heart for the birth of the promised Messiah. Activities for the evening will actively engage you in Scripture, music, and creativity, all to point you to the manger where we find our Savior, veiled in flesh, the newborn King and Messiah. Sign up on the bulletin board in the atrium, and invite some friends to join!
Youth Praise Night: Youth in grades 6 through college are invited to join us for our second Praise Night on Sunday, November 16 at 5:30 PM. We’ll begin this time with board, card, and other games and snacks upstairs in the atrium before heading down to the fellowship hall at 6:00 PM for Praise and a short devotion. Invite your friends to join us as well.
Alaska Mission Trip Informational Meeting: Parents and youth are encouraged to attend an informational meeting on Sunday, November 16 at 9:15 AM in the youth room to learn more about the Alaska Mission Trip that will take place this summer at the end of June (exact dates will depend on flight options) The trip is open to high school and college age youth, and is limited to 12 participants.
Secret Treasures Children’s Holiday Shopping Experience: New this year to the annual Good Shepherd Craft Fair, kids ages 4 through 5th grade are invited to come to the Secret Treasures sale in the youth room on Saturday, November 22, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Children will have the opportunity to experience the joy of giving this Christmas season when they shop for meaningful gifts for family members. Item prices range from $1 to $5. Children will be guided through the shopping process by youth volunteers who will help them select affordable gifts for parents, grandparents, siblings, and other loved ones. Selected items will be nicely wrapped and ready for giving.
Youth Group Bowling Fun: All youth in grades 6 through 12 are invited to join us for an afternoon of bowling fun on Sunday, November 16, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM at Rev’s Bowl, 275 N. Washburn St., Oshkosh. Cost is $4.30 per game, including shoe rental. Invite your friends for an afternoon of fun and fellowship.
When One of Us Hurts, We All Feel It: Dear people of the Good Shepherd, you may have heard that government food assistance (SNAP) is changing or ending for many families. We don’t yet know who in our church family will be affected, but we can assume some will be. If you or someone you know is struggling to afford groceries because of this change, please reach out — confidentially — to me or to our church office. No one should have to go hungry or be embarrassed to ask for help. We are the Body of Christ, and as St. Paul reminds us, “If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.” (1 Corinthians 12:26) This is one of those times for us to live that truth. We can quietly and faithfully take care of one another — through our pantry, gift cards, meals, or whatever it takes. If you are in a position to give, please consider stepping up your donations to our local food pantries, or marking a special gift for the Food Assistance Fund so that we can be ready to help quickly and privately. Thank you for being the hands and feet of Jesus in a hungry world. Together, we can make sure that no one at Good Shepherd goes without daily bread. In His and your service - PG
Special Shelter Meal: Friday, December 5th, Good Shepherd will be serving a meal at the Day by Day Shelter. It is our last meal of the year and we are making it an early Christmas-style meal. If you are interested in contributing food to this meal or volunteering to serve, the sign-up sheet is on the atrium bulletin board. Thank you for helping support this wonderful community outreach. If you have questions, contact Silvie Weiss (920)-376-3426
Scrip Deals: When you buy a gift card through RaiseRight, you receive the gift card and the church receives a portion of the gift card amount. It is like an extra donation to the church. Right now, the rebates for Kwik Trip Grocery only cards, Pizza Ranch, Subway, IHop and Cabela's are more than usual. Gift Cards in $5 & $10 amounts are also available for a limited time. They make great stocking stuffers.
Hope Springs Eternal! Community for Hope: Good Shepherd’s May 2025 Mission of the Month has one more way for us to support their 2025 efforts in suicide prevention and mental wellness. Please join Community for Hope on Thursday, November 13, 2025, 6:00-8:00 p.m., for their annual wrap-up event as they present: "STAY; Your Story Isn't Over". This is a heartfelt evening that will bring our community together to raise funds, share stories, and support those affected by suicide. This critical event will take place at Venue 404, 404 N. Main Street, Oshkosh, WI. Please visit communityforhope.org for more information regarding sponsorship and tickets for the event and see how you can bring meaningful change right here in our community! Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Final Directory Photos: The second photo session for Good Shepherd’s updated directory is scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025 and is currently full, therefore, the online scheduling feature is no longer available. If you still wish to participate in the Pictorial Directory, please contact Jan at 920-216-6230 and we will do our best to accommodate you. Thank you for your interest and participation!
Now on Instagram: The Good Shepherd youth group now has an Instagram page! Be sure to find us - gsoshkoshyouth - and follow us to stay up on all the youth group happenings and be encouraged in the Word.
BINGO Night: Are you new to Good Shepherd? Consider joining us for Bingo Night! It is a fun way to meet other members. Pizza will be served, so please sign up on the bulletin board to make sure there’s enough food for everyone. Plus, if you bring someone new, you’ll be entered into a special prize drawing! Don’t miss this chance to connect, compete, and maybe even win big — we are excited to see you there!
November Food Drive: Members of Good Shepherd, thank you for all of donated items last month! Our gift card winner for October was chosen over the weekend: congratulations to Shirley Schnyder, and thank you for your generosity! For the month of November, Good Shepherd is hosting a “Holiday Baking Drive.” Please donate baking ingredients (flour, sugar, baking soda, vanilla extract, etc), cookie decorating items, pie filling & crusts, or cookie/cake mixes. Let’s make these lovely people’s holidays SWEET!
2025 Craft Fair: The Annual Craft Fair is only 3 weeks away. Crafters can drop off items anytime the church is open, but we appreciate them here no later than November 12th. Hopefully bakers are busy thinking of what they would like to bake for this event. Packaging will be provided. You do not need to price your items. Items can be dropped off 11/20 from 7:30 -1:00 pm, or during evening worship hours & 11/21 from 8:00-5:00 pm. Please mark if your baked good contains peanut butter or nuts.
Secret Treasures Shop: Please consider bringing your kids and grandkids (ages 3 – 5th grade) to the Secret Treasures Shop at the Good Shepherd Craft Fair. Kids experience the joy of giving as they shop for meaningful gifts for family members. Volunteers will guide children through the shop and help them select affordable gifts for loved ones. Items range in price from $1-$5. Gift wrapping included.
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Last Week at Good Shepherd…
Attendance: Thursday: 57 Sunday 8:00: 137 10:30: 97 Total: 291
Offerings For Week of 11/02:
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General Fund: $19,068.00
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Missions: $295.00
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Strategic: $75.00
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Crafts: $100.00
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Fellowship: $25.00
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Total Offerings: $19,563.00
Weekly Budget Needs at Good Shepherd: $8,400.00
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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
Please remember in your prayers:
Church Members:
Al Reisler; Shirley Radloff; Jen Dunham; Don Davis; Bev Zink; JoAnn Meier; Dorothy Roehlig; Ruth Wagner; Joanne Behm; Jim Purath; Pastor Meier; Frank Jarvenpaa; Donna Gohlke; Shirley Radloff; Dian Sheldon; Gary Schmude; Jim & Sharron Ziemer; and Louise Gabert
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Friends & Relatives of Church Members:
Nicole Schroeder’s father, Ray; Glen & Iris Lienhard’s friend, Pastor Bob Benke; Pastor G’s neighbor, Paul; Erlinda’s friend, David; Tim & Liz Hoversten’s friend, Monty; 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; Janet Weier’s son, Adam & family; Gene & Donna Gohlke’s nephews, Kirk and Michael, granddaughter, Karley & friend, Paul; and Doug Flouro’s brother, Allan.
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Those Who Want to Worship with Us But Aren’t Currently Able:
Bev Zink; Bonnie Wenzel, Verna Butt, 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), and Chris Hibben
*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