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February 2020 | Monthly Newsletter of Our Shepherd Lutheran Church
on the horizon
March
Men’s Retreat
Red Cross Blood Drive
LNW Choir Concert
February Stewardship Series Our February Stewardship Series “God is Love” begins this week. Based on 1 John 4:16,
“So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.”
Week 1 -February 1-2
We are redeemed by the love of God, which transcends and persists regardless of circum-stances. God gathers us by His love. This love is a gift.
Week 2 -February 8-9
The love we have in Christ em-braces each person. We meet people with love of God. God has gifted us with a love that we share with each other.
Week 3 -February 15-16
Jesus calls us to understand mercy and charity in which His love is released into the world. Because we have been loved by God, we bring this love into the world.
February 22-23 - Commitment Weekend
Make a commitment to show how you will use your resources this year to share the love of God.
Regular Worship Schedule
Contemporary Saturdays at 6:00pm
Traditional Sundays at 8:30am and 11:00am
Bible Education Hour Sundays 9:45-10:45am
Church Attendance
JANUARY 2020
Jan 4 - 6:00pm ............ 123 Jan 5 - 8:30am ............ 105 Jan 5 - 11:00am .......... 259
Weekend Total ........... 487 Jan 11 - 6:00pm ........ N/A Jan 12 - 8:30am ............ 96 Jan 12 - 11:00am ....... 214
Weekend Total ........... 310 Jan 18 - 6:00pm ........... 98 Jan 19 - 8:30am .......... 126 Jan 19 - 11:00am ....... 181
Weekend Total ........... 405 Jan 25 - 6:00pm ........... 72 Jan 26 - 8:30am .......... 212 Jan 26 - 11:00am ....... 295
Weekend Total ........... 579
From the Treasurer
Contributions Needed
JANUARY $ 107,311
Giving made easy
Text “give” to 248-430-4403
We join together to worship God
because of the love He has shown us in His son Jesus Christ. As we worship, we are assured of our forgiveness. By gathering we are responding to the
love of God in Christ Jesus with our prayers and praise.
Notes & News Deadlines
Articles due on or before the 25th of each month. NO CLASSIFIED ADS PLEASE.
Email: publications@ ourshepherd.net Text: 248-672-8248
Articles are subject to editing. Katie Priskorn, Editor
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Where to Find Information
The Notes and News monthly newsletter will be distributed the first weekend of each month. The newsletter will be available online through-out the month, also under the “Gather, Nurture, Serve” sign on the slat wall outside the Sanctuary doors. This area is our Information Center. You will find our prayer bulletin, a listing of monthly birthdays and baptism birthdays, a calendar of events and more! We encourage you to visit the Information Center every week.
Welcome Visitors!
We pray you are strengthened in your faith and relationship with Jesus Christ as you worship with us. Please fill out the “Guest” side of an attendance card located in the pew racks and pass it to the center aisle during the offering so we can get to know you better. If you wish to commune, please read our statement of faith on the laminated pew card God’s blessings on your time with us and look forward to seeing you again.
Envelope & Plate TOTAL ........... $ 122,107
Thank You to the
Our Shepherd family
We thank everyone so much for the love and support you have shown our family throughout Kelly’s fight. It is comforting to know we have been in your thoughts and prayers. All the kind words, meals, cards and gifts have been so generous and very much appreciated. Thank you all so very much.
Dave, Clive, Don and Diana Schultz
Our Shepherd Open House Dates
Preschool through Eighth Grade Thursday February 20 9am-1pm Thursday March 19 9am-1pm & 6-7 pm
As a part of an Open House, we give tours, showcase classrooms, and answer any questions you might have. Tours are available on Tuesdays and can be scheduled through Missy Macavage.
Special Informational Opportunities Preschool Preview February 4 6:00 pm Kindergarten Preview February 12 6:30 pm
Preschool / Kindergarten Preview Nights Meet our teachers as they introduce these programs and answer questions about a typical day in their classrooms.
If you have any questions about the Admissions process, contact Missy Macavage, Admissions Counselor, at 248-645-0551 or [email protected].
Our Shepherd School Auction and Games Night!!
February 22, 2020 - 6:30pm Knights of Columbus, Clawson
Tickets are available to purchase online.
http://ourshepherd.net/home/parents/ trivia-night-2020/
Tickets can also be purchased in the school office from 8:15am-3:45pm with cash or check made out to Our Shepherd Lutheran. Ticket Information: $25 per person by January 31 then it will be $35 per person, $3.00 service charge when paying online
Dinner, dessert, cash bar, silent & live auction An Olympic themed fun night of tunes, track suits, and sneakers! We will have many fun games to participate in (or be competitive in), our Silent and Live Auction items and.... MUSIC TRIVIA BINGO!
TEMPLE MANAGEMENT
Bone Broth Class
Monday, February 24 7:00-8:30pm, Lower Level
Registration begins at 6:45pm
You’ve likely heard about this amazing elixir, but why is it so good for us? Come learn all about its health benefits, how to make your own batch, and of course, taste samples and get recipes! We will learn about both chicken and beef broth and some of their powerful health benefits such as improving chronic health issues, boosting your immune systems, reducing joint pain, and improving digestion.
Bones will be available for purchase, along with other ingredients to get you started. Join us Monday, February 24th 7-8:30pm in the lower level.
This class is presented by Cindy Hall, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practi-tioner. Please RSVP to Cindy by email to [email protected]. The class is free of charge and open to everyone.
Personal Protection Class
Saturday, March 7 1:00-2:30pm, Church Gym
Register by email: [email protected]
Gain knowledge and confidence to protect yourself, your family, and your friends. This hands-on introduction to personal protection training will teach you the fundamentals of armed and unarmed solutions geared towards controlling personal assaults. This class is taught by Our Shepherd member Matthew Newcomb, who is a 5th Degree Black Belt in Classical Sogobujutsu.
Note: this is a low-impact, active session, with little or no risk for injury, suitable for all fit-ness levels. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring something healthy to drink. Ages 15+. The class is free of charge.
OSL Men’s Retreat
God’s Extraordinary Grace for Ordinary Men Friday-Sunday, March 20-22
Registration open Registration is open for Men’s Retreat, held at Weber Conference Center, Adrian, MI. The theme is based on 2 Cor 12:9, “My grace is sufficient or you, for my power is made perfect in weakness,” and features well-known “40 Minutes in the OT” podcast speaker and author Chad Bird.
According to Chad, “To read the biblical story is to read the Word of God whose extraordinary grace pursues ordinary people who struggle with personal failures, family problems, loneliness, and a long list of other weaknesses and challenges. Their stories are still our stories today, and their God is still our God. We will immerse ourselves in these biblical narratives to better understand who we are, who our Savior is, and how the Old Testament continues to testify to the Lord of mercy.”
Register online at www.ourshepherd.net, or complete a registration form found in the tri-fold brochure at the Spiritual Education Information Board in the church atrium or school main hall, or contact Mark Nimtz at [email protected].
Four Faith Legacy “Faith Steps” Offered February 2, 9, and 23
Faith Legacy is a new ministry at Our Shepherd, that Gathers parents of same age children and offers in-sight into how they might Nurture discipleship in age appropriate ways within the home, and Serve others. Preschool and elementary age parents meet for three 1-hour sessions to study and discuss a “Faith Step.” Each “Step” has a unique gift that can be purchased to help the child(ren) remember what parents have discussed with them. Each Faith Step Series concludes with a blessing during worship on Sunday morning.
Worship Kit, a Faith Step designed for parents of children ages 4–6, will help discover the importance of age appropriate TV, music, and video. Contact Mark Nimtz at [email protected] to register, or simply join us Sunday, February 2, 9, and 23 in the West Wing Conference Room at 9:45am.
OWLS (Older Wiser LutheranS)
Luncheon & Matinee “Overcomer”
Tuesday, February 25
Join the Seniors Group, a.k.a. OWLS, and roughly 55+ years old (but everyone is invited), in the Lower Level on Tuesday, February 25 from 12:00pm to 2:45pm for a great afternoon of fellowship, food, and afternoon matinee. Lunch menu consists of fettucine alfredo with chicken, mostaccioli, garlic bread, and veggies. Attendees are asked to bring a salad or dessert. A $5 free will offering is always welcome.
OVERCOMER - Life changes overnight for coach John Harrison after he loses his basketball team and is challenged by the school’s principal to coach a new sport he doesn’t know or like. Filled with a powerful mix of faith, humor, and heart, this inspirational story will have you on the edge of your seat. For more info contact Mark at [email protected].
July 30 - August 1 Campout Pokagon State Park, Angola, Indiana
Make reservations early for this popular Indiana State Park, as the weekend is “Sand Castle Weekend”. Pokagon offers swimming, canoeing, boating, horse-back riding, hiking, and a host of other activities. Make reservations by logging on to camp.IN.gov. The OS group is attempting to make reservations in Campground #3, site #’s 300-306 and the strip of sites that run right through the middle of Camp-ground #3. Mini cabins and a lodge are available for those without a tent or camper.
Camping brochures can be found on the slat walls near the bookstore in the church atrium. Campouts are a great way to gather, nurture, and serve, and campouts are open to all - families, couples, singles, small groups. See you there!
We welcome children ages 3 through Grade 6 and any adults who love to work with children. We gather in the Lower Level every Sunday morning at 9:45am. Questions, please contact Kim Kern, Director of Children’s Ministry ([email protected]).
NEW PRAYER GROUP CONTINUES Women’s Prayer Group focusing on
Praying For Your Adult Children
Our next gathering is Tuesday February 18 at 7:00pm in the Church Library. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month. Contact Val Agosta with questions (248-506-7384). Join us!
Senior High Youth Gathering - you are eligible if you are a current (2019-20) high school student or if you are entering 9th grade in the fall of 2020.
Youth will learn from some of the best as they are challenged to grow in and through their suffering, pushing them to persevere, helping them develop character, and finding HOPE through difficulties they face on a daily basis. Their days at the gathering will be filled with Bible studies, large group gatherings, servant events, fellowship, concerts, comedy, and more. Join the gathering Facebook Group: MIDistrictGathering. Registration forms are due by February 16, with a $150 deposit. Forms available at ourshepherd.net/ministries/youth. Questions? Contact Hannah ([email protected]).
A Singing Valentine by our Youth Group is the perfect gift for your friend, spouse, aunt, kids, neighbor, grandson, date - or all of the above! Proceeds support students headed to the Michi-gan District High School Youth Gathering this summer.
Sunday, February 9 between 3:00-7:00pm OSLC’s Youth will deliver a one-of-a-kind SING-ING VALENTINE, by voice call or in person, any-where in the USA! Make sure to encourage your special someone to answer the phone! If there is no answer, we will leave a voicemail.
OUR REPERTOIRE Bicycle Built for Two, God Gave Me You, Jesus Loves You, Let Me Call You Sweetheart, My Girl, and You Are My Sunshine
More details at www.ourshepherd.net\ministries\youth
or get a form from the GNS slatwall
Congratulations to the Kamm and Lemke Families for winning the 2019 Advent Challenge! Summer, Advent, and Lenten Challenges offer families ideas and opportunities to Gather, Nurture, and Serve together while having fun and deepening their relationship with one another. Stay tuned for info on the upcoming 2020 Lenten Challenge.
Advent Challenge Winners!
Women’s Prayer Group
Senior High Gathering
June 28-July 1
Mackinac Island
Celebration of Marriage
February 8-9
Marriage is a very special gift of God. It is wonder-ful how the Lord can take a man with his unique set of gifts and talents and a woman with another set of gifts and abilities and unite the two in marriage to create yet another unique set of gifts and talents. In our worship services February 8-9, we acknowledge couples celebrating their 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th . . . and so on. Multiples of 5, all the way up to 65 years of marriage. We have 44 couples who fit this crite-ria; they are listed on the back cover. We celebrate all marriages with Valentine’s day approaching, and thank God for this wonderful gift.
Feeding people at FoG church in 2020
What a wonderful ministry we have been blessed to participate in! Thanks to volunteers serving in past and future events! As some are traveling, others step in, even some who are not members at OS. We provide meals at FoG church in Southwest Detroit, one Tuesday of each month. Needed: Helpers for food prep at 3:00pm in the OS kitchen; drivers to go to FoG at 5pm to serve and mingle. Dinner begins at 6:15pm; volunteers to come back to OS at 7:30pm and help with clean up. Contact Terry Hynes for questions 248-631-8369. Next meal serving events are February 18 and March 10.
www.fogdetroit.com
Mites total in 2019: $1,563.00 Your Mites continue in support men and women at Seminary and Concordia University training, providing medical care to mothers and babies, providing food and faith nurturing of children, combatting the hopelessness in blighted urban neighborhoods and many more services through the Mission Grants Funding. We praise God for your giving hearts! Thank you!!! The Mite Boxes are to be collected the first full weekend of each month. Your coins, dollars and checks are wel-come-always. They may be brought to the church office via ushers, staff members or in person! Please continue to give in support of our mis-sions. Wishing you many of God’s blessings in 2020! Your LWML representative from OSLC, Barb Hynes
We tell people
about Jesus both through words and actions. As our relationship with Jesus grows, our lives overflow with His love as we serve others. Our service to our community finds its source in God’s amazing grace.
Lutheran Woman of the Year
Meet Barbara Hynes
Our Shepherd’s Lutheran Woman of the Year 2020
The Council of Lutheran Women’s 56th annual luncheon is Tuesday, March 17, at the Burton Manor in Livonia. Call Marge Tanney for tickets (248-594-4786). $29/person.
Blessings to you, Barbara! Congratulations!
Red Cross Blood Drive
Monday, March 23 1:00-7:00pm, Lower Level
Fantastic January Blood Drive! A total of 50 pints of blood were collected! Our goal was 46 pints. This included five power-red donations and four first time donors! 50 units of blood products could poten-tially save 150 lives. Many thanks to the generosity of the donors and volunteers from OS, Christ Our Light, and the community that made this a very successful day. Next drive is March 23 and is ready for scheduling (redcrossblood.org) or call Beth at 248-760-0468.
I find myself humbled, yet honored to have been selected as the OS “Woman of the Year”. Your kind words have been greatly appreciated! Being a repre-sentative of all the women who participate in whatev-er we do to give glory to God through our actions is lovely! Once again, Thank you!
Blessings, Barbara Hynes
Baby Bottle
Boomerang
Bottles due on Feb. 9
Thanks to everyone who took a bottle to support CareNet Pregnancy Center Berkley|Detroit. Please bring your bottles to the Baby Bottle Boomerang table in the Atrium on Sunday, February 9, or drop it off in the church office.
Winter Jam is February 23, 2020 at Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center, Ypsilanti. It is open to youth and families.
Check it out under the Upcoming Events at www.ourshepherd.net/
ministries/youth/ or talk to Hannah for more info.
Hannah Walsh
Youth & Family Ministry
mobile: 734-625-7636
church: 248-646-6100 x107
6 - 8 Grade Middle School Youth meets on the last Friday of each month. Our next Youth Night will be Friday, February 28 from 6:00-7:30. Meet in the Teen Room. We will enjoy delicious food, fun games, and time in the Word!
School
(248) 645-0551
1658 Lincoln, Birmingham
Child Care Center
(248) 645-5273
Church and School Locations
Church
(248) 646-6100
2225 E. 14 Mile, Birmingham
Blessings on your Anniversary
5 Years Corey & Nicole Kelso Roger & Liz Cato
10 Years Casey & Diane Conlon Eric & Kate Zehnder Sean & Ashley Spellman Michael & Lauren Gregory Josh & Stephanie Atias
15 Years Renee & David Pallone Jeff & Jacquie Priskorn Shawn & Lauren Brandenburg Craig & Nicole Scherbarth Tom & Shannon Hall
35 Years Dan & Val Wolgast Mark & Janet McLoughlin Art & Roxann Versace Robert & Frances Middleditch
50 Years Gary & Diane Hawley
25 Years Paul & Tai Olson Duffy & Amy Lanier
45 Years Mark & Cindy McDaniel Rick & Marilyn Lane Dennis & Morey Waitzman
40 Years Tim & Vicki Schram Jon & Lori Austin Jerry &Kathy Harper Gene & Beth Jagnecki Bill & Ruth Woodstock Kurt & Karen Pfeiffer
20 Years Steve & Judy Schwagle Martin & Cheryl Schultz Kevin & Christine Martin Bill & Debbie Gartner Marty & Sheryll Twork Ken & Tami Schultz Ed & Jill Berg Kirk & Jessica Siefker Karimi Igeria & Wambui Karimi
60 Years George & Hannelore Felker
55 Years Jim & Karen Held 30 Years
Paul & Michelle Schroff Tom & Michele Shoan David & Jennifer Shields Tim & Debbie Warner Steve & Kim Woodfin
