IN THIS EDITION
This Week at Good ShepherdThis Week at Good Shepherd
Lectionary for the Week of November 10, 2008
Forward Day By Day
Flowers at the Altar
What Good Shepherd Means To Me
Upcoming Events (An Evening of Brass Masterworks)
MONDAY, November 10thLectionary for the Week of November 10, 20086:00 pm Buildings and Grounds CommitteeTUESDAY, November 11th3:00 p.m. – CEWWEDNESDAY, November 12th
6:00 p.m. – Good Shepherd 1015:30 p.m. - Holy Eucharist (Rite II)THURSDAY, November 13th
5:30 p.m. - St. Nicholas & St. Cecilia choirs rehearsal
6:00 p.m. - Hors d'oeuvres & Rector's Program in Craig Lounge
Father Doug is leading a Bible Study on the Gospel according to Mark. Bring a friend.
7:00 p.m. – Chancel Choir Rehearsal3:00 p.m. – CEWFRIDAY, November 14th8:00 pm - Fireworks Concert (Church)SATURDAY, November 15thDinners For EightSUNDAY, November 16th8:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist -Rite I
8:30 a.m. – Adult Discussion Group
10:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist - Rite II
Monday:GOOD SHEPHERD 101
AM Psalm 80; PM Psalm 77, [79]
Joel 1:1-13; Rev. 18:15-24; Luke 14:12-24
Tuesday:
AM Psalm 78:1-39; PM Psalm 78:40-72
Joel 1:15-2:2(3-11); Rev. 19:1-10; Luke 14:25-35
Wednesday:
AM Psalm 119:97-120; PM Psalm 81, 82
Joel 2:12-19; Rev. 19:11-21; Luke 15:1-10
Thursday:
AM Psalm [83] or 23, 27; PM Psalm 85, 86
Joel 2:21-27; James 1:1-15; Luke 15:1-2,11-32
Friday:
AM Psalm 88; PM Psalm 91, 92
Joel 2:28-3:8; James 1:16-27; Luke 16:1-9
Saturday:
AM Psalm 87, 90; PM Psalm 136
Joel 3:9-17; James 2:1-13; Luke 16:10-17(18)
On TUESDAY evenings Father Doug has been presenting a series of special classes focusing on the Episcopal Church in general and Good Shepherd in particular are held. Called “Good Shepherd 101,” these sessions provide information about our church for all newcomers, prospective members, any who are interested in being confirmed in the Episcopal Church, and ANY ONE interested in learning MORE about the church. This week’s class will be the last in this series. GS 101 will be offered again early in 2009.
“DINNERS FOR 8”Presented By Riverside Fine Arts Association
Friday, November 14, 2008 at 8:00 PM
Hailed as “the hottest classical band in New York,” Fireworks redefines the chamber music experience for a new generation of listeners. Founded with the goal of creating a single, small ensemble capable of representing the full scope of today’s musical diversity, Fireworks combines the talents of classically-trained but musically omnivorous young virtuosi who pride themselves on being able to play just about anything, regardless of style, time period, or instrumentation. Drawing on a vast musical palette, along with the creative vision and arranging skills of its director, Brian Coughlin, Fireworks develops innovative, eclectic programs which are both carefully unified and yet defy classification. Fireworks embraces eclecticism not for its own sake but in order to spotlight works it believes deserve wider recognition as vital, living art, regardless of style. The ensemble's thrilling performances and contagious enthusiasm for the music of our time continue to attract critical acclaim and large, diverse, and enthusiastic audiences wherever the ensemble performs.
Saturday, November 15th @ 6:00 pmForward Day By Day
Join us for food, fellowship and fun at individual homes, potluck style!!- a great way to get to know your fellow parishioners! Call now to participate. Call Alina at the church office or Susan Merrett (387-3418) and let us know you’re excited to be included.
The Forward Day By Day books for November, December and January have arrived. You may pick up your copy in the narthex or in the parish office.The flowers at the altar this past Sunday were given to the Glory.
WHAT GOOD SHEPHERD MEANS TO ME By Jeanne Moomaw
UPCOMING EVENTSWhen Allan asked me to speak on what Good Shepherd means to me, I got a little teary—even before he finished asking —- because Good Shepherd means so much to me. This Church and each of you mean more to me than any words could ever say.
David and I have worshiped here for over 50 years. This is the place of our family history:Our closest and dearest friends are here—wonderful life long friends.
- Our 3 daughters were baptized here.
- 2 were married here bringing us 2 greatly loved sons-in-law.
- 5 grandchildren were all baptized here.
- 1 God-child was married here recently
- and many more dear friends than I want to count have been buried from here.
We’ve had a lot of fun here—This is a place of great beauty, a place of outstanding spiritual teaching, a place of glorious music and art. All of us appreciate these qualities.
- Remember May Fetes,
- Fall Bazaars and the Canning Kitchen.
- Operettas by our choir.
- The Guild of the Christ Child and Easter Egg Hunts
- Now RFAA and art shows -— Breakfasts and Lunches and
- Dinners for 8
For me Good Shepherd is a refuge from an increasingly harsh world -— a place where dignity, respect and good sense prevail -— a place where I can worship God and learn about His Son, our Savior, in peace and freedom, a place where I can pray and feel comforted.
Though we are especially blessed in being able to worship in these absolutely gorgeous surroundings, the Church of the Good Shepherd is so much more -— it is the people who are special -— each of us has a place here to use our talents -— to carry out God’s work in the world -— you are the treasure of the Good Shepherd and I am honored to be among you. This is quite literally where I find my strength and my Redeemer.
The question now remains, what does Good Shepherd mean to you and how do we share our responsibilities in continuing these blessings?
Jeanne Moomaw, Sunday, November 9, 08
Special RequestsAN EVENING OF BRASS MASTERWORKS
Sunday, November 23rd @ 6:00 pm
This concert is sponsored by the Chamber Music Society of Good Shepherd and will feature the UNF Brass Ensemble, Randy Tinnin, conductor; the Navy Band Southeast Brass Ensemble, MUC Vinney Burrell, conductor; and Greg Spiess, organ.
HELP US UPDATE OUR PARISH RECORDS.Let us know if you have any suggestions for changes, additions, announcements, articles, etc. or if you have someone that you think might enjoy being added to the list to receive the Shepherd’s Staff Online.
There are now forms in the back of the Church for you to update email addresses and/or phone numbers.
Or you can send corrections, additions, changes, birthdays, Email addresses, etc to parish@goodshepherd23.org or call the church office 387-5691
A calendar of all events at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd can be seen by selecting the Calendar button at our website at http://www.goodshepherd23.org/.
