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Friday Eblast - Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving to our good shepherds!
 
We are so grateful to all of you for walking through this never-ending wilderness with us. At times when it feels as if we’re just treading water trying to provide some kind of church experience for you, one of you (or many of you) will say the right thing, send the perfect note, make the silly phone call (etc, etc!), and we’re reminded of why we do this work. Even in isolation, we’re in this together; we’re still church. 
 
You’re receiving the Friday eblast a few days early this week since the office will be closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving. The office will reopen Monday morning at 9am. Your staff sends their fondest of Thanksgiving blessings to each and every one of you!
 
Sunday Worship – November 29 – First Sunday in Advent!
We left each other during Lent and here we are in Advent!  We will be livestreaming Sunday at 11am on YouTube. A recording will be made which you can watch later if you can’t join us live. Our YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLZp-VxXQtNhP9ge-xNluZg. Deanna will send out a link Saturday that will take you straight to our livestream Sunday morning. Join us as we enter into this precious season of Advent.
 
Advent Is Coming!
“When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.” Psalm 126
 
What does it look like to live as those who dream? The prophets, the psalmists, John the Baptist, Mary, Elizabeth, Joseph, Simeon, Anna, the shepherds and the Magi—they were all dreamers. They received, discovered, and responded to God’s dreams for the world.
 
In Advent, we step into the mystery and awe of God’s dreams and pray they shape our reality.
 
This theme is for the dreamers in all of us—those who dream of a deeper connection with God and those who dream of a better world. It’s for those who dream of comfort and for those who have given up on their dreams. It’s for those whose dreams have been crushed and for those who show us that dreams take time.  
 
Join us this Advent as we dream alongside prophets and angels, Mary and the Magi. Join us this Advent and Christmas season as we seek and sow God’s dreams for our world. Stay up to date with our Advent activities on our website (now sporting Advent colors) at goodshepherdreno.org. Take a look!
 
Pick up an Advent Devotional at the Church office anytime Monday-Thursday 9am-2pm.  The booklet includes scripture, poetry, visual art, coloring, written reflections and journaling prompts.
A few traditional style Advent devotion booklets are also available – check with Ciara in the church office. 
 
Evening Prayers with Pr. Scott – Mondays at 5:30 Beginning November 30
For four consecutive Monday evenings at 5:30 during the season of Advent, Pastor Scott will lead a brief Evening Prayer service via Zoom. The services follow a particular order including a psalm or other scripture and guided prayers, during which time there will be opportunity to mention a thanksgiving or concern. The services are intentionally brief, about 20 minutes, as we give thanks as the day closes and darkness gathers and give thanks for the light of the Christ that has come into the world, the light that even death could not overcome. The services will be November 30 and December 7, 14, and 21 at 5:30 p.m.  
 
Our Money Story – 2020 Stewardship Campaign for 2021 Giving
By this time, you have probably received your invitation in the mail to make a 2021 Estimate of Giving to Good Shepherd. If you would like to complete your pledge card digitally, you may do so from our website at https://www.goodshepherdreno.org/2021-estimate-of-giving. You can also mail your pledge card to us at 357 Clay Street, Reno, NV 89501 or drop it by the office. We have a mail slot to the left of the office door. Commitment Sunday is November 22 but you can submit your pledge any time before the end of the year. Thank you for your continued support of Good Shepherd! 
 
New Women's Bible Study Begins November 30 via Zoom
God With Us is a 4-week study we will complete in three weeks beginning November 30. We meet in small groups via Zoom on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm and Thursday mornings at 10am. You are welcome to join the Women’s Bible study at any time and feel free to invite a friend as well! Zoom information will be sent out later. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Leff, Director of Faith Formation, at stephanie@goodshepherdreno.org.
 
Shared Harvest for December
December’s Shared Harvest will be assembled December 20 and your LAST day to drop items off is Thursday, December 17.  You can drop off your donations at the Church Office on Monday through Thursday between 9am and 2pm. We will have the bin outside the Office for your safety. 
Our shopping list for December includes:
  • Cold Cereal (We need 27 boxes.)
  • Chicken Noodle Soup (We need 41 cans.)
  • Canned Fruit (We need 41 cans.)
  • Canned Tuna (We need 41 cans.)
  • Shampoo (We need as much as possible)
 
December Signups for Eddy House Monday Meals
If you’re interesting in helping/contributing to the Eddy House meals for December, the new signup list is at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044EA9AA2DA6F49-eddy13. If you have any questions, contact ciara@goodshepherdreno.org.

The peace of the Lord be with you all!

Posted on November 25, 2020 1:23 PM by Maribeth Doerr

Friday Eblast - November 20, 2020

A Message from Bishop Mark Holmerud from our Sierra Pacific Synod
 
Four words: It’s not time yet.  
 
It’s not time yet:
+ to return to indoor worship
+ to stop wearing masks
+ to forget physical distancing
+ to ignore science
+ to gather in large groups for Thanksgiving
+ to deny the exponential growth of cases of COVID-19 being diagnosed every day in this country and around the world 
 
Four more words: I know you’re tired.
 
I know you’re tired:
+ of not being able to be with family and friends
+ of not being able to worship together in the sanctuary and sing
+ of not being able to travel
+ of not being able to leave your home
+ of not being able to hold your grandchildren/children/loved ones
+ of hearing admonitions like this from health professionals and bishops
 
Four last words: God is in control (Psalm 23).
 
God is in control:
+ even (and especially) in this time of pandemic (Psalm 91)
+ despite what some see as evidence to the contrary (Psalm 46)
+ through the work of health care workers, clinicians, and epidemiologists (Sirach 38)
+ in the presence of courageous essential workers (Ecclesiastes 3:1-15)
+ as we help God’s reign come near in seeking the well-being of the most vulnerable among us (Matthew 25:31-46)
+ because nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus (Rom. 8:31-39)
 
Blessings and Peace in this season of Thanksgiving,
Bp. Mark
 
Sunday Worship – November 22
We will be livestreaming Sunday at 11am on YouTube. A recording will be made which you can watch later if you can’t join us live. Our YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLZp-VxXQtNhP9ge-xNluZg. 
 
Our Money Story – 2020 Stewardship Campaign
Nov. 22 / RESTORE   As we have practiced remembering, releasing, and reimagining, we conclude our series by focusing on restoration. Ultimately, practicing faithful stewardship heals us as individuals and helps us restore right relationship with one another. In Genesis 33, Jacob and Esau experience a surprising reconciliation after years of strife and estrangement. In the final chapter of John’s gospel, Jesus appears to the disciples and filles their empty fishing nets. Even after death, Jesus restores our hope and provides an abundant feast. 

By this time, you have probably received your invitation in the mail to make a 2021 Estimate of Giving to Good Shepherd. If you would like to complete your pledge card digitally, you may do so from our website at https://www.goodshepherdreno.org/2021-estimate-of-giving. You can also mail your pledge card to us at 357 Clay Street, Reno, NV 89501 or drop it by the office. We have a mail slot to the left of the office door. Commitment Sunday is November 22 but you can submit your pledge any time before the end of the year. Thank you for your continued support of Good Shepherd!  

 
New Women's Bible Study Begins November 30 via Zoom
God With Us is a 4-week study we will complete in three weeks beginning November 30. We meet in small groups via Zoom on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm and Thursday mornings at 10am. You are welcome to join the Women’s Bible study at any time and feel free to invite a friend as well! Zoom information will be sent out later. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Leff, Director of Faith Formation, at stephanie@goodshepherdreno.org.
 
End of Life Planning Documents
Typically, we would have our End of Life Planning documents available for you throughout November in the Welcoming Space. This year, you can find them on our website at https://www.goodshepherdreno.org/end-of-life-planning.  These resources include “A Letter to My Loved Ones,” and Good Shepherd’s Funeral/Memorial Planning Guide.  Pr. Scott would be happy to schedule time to help you work through these documents.  Feel free to email him at PrScott@goodshepherdreno.org or call the office at 329.0696.
 
Advent Is Coming!
“When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.” Psalm 126
 
What does it look like to live as those who dream? The prophets, the psalmists, John the Baptist, Mary, Elizabeth, Joseph, Simeon, Anna, the shepherds and the Magi—they were all dreamers. They received, discovered, and responded to God’s dreams for the world. 
 
In Advent, we step into the mystery and awe of God’s dreams and pray they shape our reality.
 
This theme is for the dreamers in all of us—those who dream of a deeper connection with God and those who dream of a better world. It’s for those who dream of comfort and for those who have given up on their dreams. It’s for those whose dreams have been crushed and for those who show us that dreams take time.  
 
Join us this Advent as we dream alongside prophets and angels, Mary and the Magi. Join us this Advent and Christmas season as we seek and sow God’s dreams for our world. Advent Begins Sunday, November 29.
 
Pick up an Advent Devotional at the Church office anytime Monday-Thursday 9am-2pm.  The booklet includes scripture, poetry, visual art, coloring, written reflections and journaling prompts.
A few traditional style Advent devotion booklets are also available – check with Ciara in the church office. 
 
2nd Mile Offering 
This month’s 2nd Mile Offering benefits The Good Shepherd’s Clothes Closet. You can mail in a check for 2nd Mile anytime during the month or drop it off in the mail slot at the church office. Please write 2nd Mile on the memo line. The Clothes Closet is NOT accepting clothing donations at this time so we cannot accept your clothing donations on their behalf until after the new year.
Posted on November 20, 2020 11:24 AM by Maribeth Doerr

Friday Eblast - November 13, 2020

Greetings on this blustery Friday the 13th!
 
Thank you and Congratulations to Deanna Gaunt
Now that the surprise is over, we can publicly say happy 30th anniversary at Good Shepherd to Deanna Gaunt, Director of Worship and Finance. Deanna has worn many hats over her 30 years at Good Shepherd (every position possible including preaching a Sunday or two).  Aren’t we blessed beyond measure to have her at Good Shepherd!  Congratulations Deanna on this amazing milestone. Please don't leave anytime soon!
 
Sunday Worship – November 15
We will be livestreaming Sunday at 11am on YouTube. A recording will be made which you can watch later if you can’t join us live. Our YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLZp-VxXQtNhP9ge-xNluZg. 
 
Blanket and Jacket Collection for the Homeless – ends Thursday, November 19
We are currently collecting new and gently used and clean blankets and jackets for Catholic Charities to give to the homeless. We have a bin located in front of the church office that you can safely place your items in. Office hours are Monday -Thursday 9am-2pm for you to drop off your donations. Please do NOT bring anything other than blankets and jackets. If you have any questions, please email stephanie@goodshepherdreno.org
 
Our Money Story – 2020 Stewardship Campaign
Nov. 15  / REIMAGINE:  Scripture calls us to reimagine a world where our social and economic systems are not built to disparage or impoverish, but instead to provide for and benefit all. This week we revisit the story of the widow’s mite, a scripture that begs for reimagination and reinterpretation from the harmful ways it has been used.  Instead of commending the widow’s giving practices, perhaps Jesus is condemning the economic system that created her poverty.  The Jewish practice of the Jubilee year invites us to imagine leaving the edge of the harvest for the poor and immigrant to reap; in the fiftieth year, the harvest is shared and disparities are rebalanced.  In light of these stories in scripture, we are called to reimagine our own money stories. 
 
Mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters 
During the worship service November 8, Good Shepherd member Sally Odegaard talked with evident joy about the relationship she has with her "Little," as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters. If you'd like to learn more about how you can make a difference and how you, too, might be changed, you may contact Sally at sallyode@gmail.com or (775) 622-2462 or visit the Big Brothers Big Sisters website at bbbsnn.org.
 
End of Life Planning Documents
Typically, we would have our End of Life Planning documents available for you throughout November in the Welcoming Space. This year, you can find them on our website at https://www.goodshepherdreno.org/end-of-life-planning.  These resources include “A Letter to My Loved Ones,” and Good Shepherd’s Funeral/Memorial Planning Guide.  Pr. Scott would be happy to schedule time to help you work through these documents. Feel free to email him at PrScott@goodshepherdreno.org or call the office at 329.0696.
 
November Shared Harvest
November Shared Harvest will be assembled November 22 and your LAST day to drop items off is this Thursday, November 19.  You can drop off your donations at the Church Office on Monday through Thursday between 9am and 2pm. We will have the bin outside the Office for your safety. Our shopping list for November includes:
Chili (We need 41 cans.)
Peanut Butter (We need 27 jars.)
Canned Vegetables (We need 41 cans.)
Toothbrushes and Toothpaste (We need as many as possible.)
 
2nd Mile Offering 
This month’s 2nd Mile Offering benefits The Good Shepherd’s Clothes Closet. You can mail in a check for 2nd Mile anytime during the month or drop it off in the mail slot at the church office. Please write 2nd Mile on the memo line. The Clothes Closet is NOT accepting clothing donations at this time so we cannot accept your clothing donations on their behalf until after the new year.
Posted on November 20, 2020 11:24 AM by Maribeth Doerr

Friday Eblast - November 6, 2020

Greetings Good Shepherd Family,
 
Sunday Worship – November 8
We will be livestreaming Sunday at 11am on YouTube. A recording will be made which you can watch later if you can’t join us live. Our YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLZp-VxXQtNhP9ge-xNluZg. 
 
Blanket and Jacket Collection for the Homeless 
We are currently collecting new and gently used and clean blankets and jackets for Catholic Charities to give to the homeless. We have a bin located in front of the church office that you can safely place your items in. Office hours are Monday -Thursday 9am-2pm for you to drop off your donations. Please do NOT bring anything other than blankets and jackets. If you have any questions, please email stephanie@goodshepherdreno.org
 
Where to Donate Clothing
With the change in season, many of you have been cleaning out your closets. We are unable to accept your clothing donations for the Good Shepherd’s Clothes Closet at this time. Our Ministry Intern Ciara Hornbarger called a few places and found some that are accepting clothing donations:
  • Goodwill on Smithridge collects from 10am to 3pm every day.
  • Savers on Kietzke opens at 11am and collects every day.
  • Salvation Army Donation Center on Valley Road is open from 8am to 3pm Monday through Friday.
Hope this helps you share your extra clothing! We’re sorry we’re unable to accept it at this time.
 
November/December Women’s Bible Study
We will continue to use the online resource from Love God Greatly for the next couple of months.  
We meet in small groups via Zoom on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm and Thursday mornings at 10am, so hopefully you will find that one of those times will work for you. You are welcome to join the Women’s Bible study at any time and feel free to invite a friend as well! Zoom information will be sent out later.  For questions and/or to sign up, contact Stephanie Leff at stephanie@goodshepherdreno.org
 
End of Life Planning Documents
Typically, we would have our End of Life Planning documents available for you throughout November in the Welcoming Space. This year, you can find them on our website at https://www.goodshepherdreno.org/end-of-life-planning.  These resources include “A Letter to My Loved Ones,” and Good Shepherd’s Funeral/Memorial Planning Guide.  Pr. Scott would be happy to schedule time to help you work through these documents. Feel free to email him at PrScott@goodshepherdreno.org or call the office at 329.0696.
 
November Justice Huddle
The next telephone meeting is on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at 5:30pm.  We will discuss the results of the election.  Contact Bambi Gillette or Barbara Gruenewald for information.
 
Our Money Story – 2020 Stewardship Campaign

Nov. 1 / REMEMBER:  We began our series last week by remembering—by remembering those “saints” who have touched our lives. In a video reflection, member Stan Booth remembered family members who set an example of faith for him. Remembering connects us with people who have been important to us. In the reading from Exodus, we remembered how God was the one who heard the Israelites, delivered them from slavery, and continued to provide for them. We remember that the people complained in the wilderness but were met with manna. We remember God’s steadfast relationship with us throughout time and trials. As we lament, we also remember God as the one who hears and responds. Even in stories of desperation, we are gifted with God’s provision. 

 
Nov. 8 / RELEASE:  This week, we practice releasing shame, anxiety, guilt, greed, or anything that keeps us from freedom and wholeness.  We release the elements of our money story that prevent us from fully living into God’s story.  In Matthew, we see a man grieved to let go of his wealth.  In Deuteronomy, we find the radical social mandate of cancelled debts, a communal release that is practiced for the good of all.  Releasing is a spiritual practice that frees us from ourselves and liberates others.
 
November Shared Harvest
November Shared Harvest will be assembled November 22. You can drop off your donations at the Church Office on Mondays between 9am and 4:30pm or Tuesday through Thursday between 9am and 2pm until November 19. We will have the bin outside the Office so you can donate safely. Our shopping list for November includes:
  • Chili (We need 41 cans.)
  • Peanut Butter (We need 27 jars.)
  • Canned Vegetables (We need 41 cans.)
  • Toothbrushes and Toothpaste (We need as many as possible.)
 
2nd Mile Offering 
This month’s 2nd Mile Offering benefits The Good Shepherd’s Clothes Closet. You can mail in a check for 2nd Mile anytime during the month or drop it off in the mail slot at the church office. Please write 2nd Mile on the memo line. The Clothes Closet is NOT accepting clothing donations at this time so we cannot accept your clothing donations on their behalf until after the new year.
 
The peace of the Lord be with you all!
Posted on November 09, 2020 1:31 PM by Maribeth Doerr

Friday Eblast - Thursday, October 29, 2020

Greetings Good Shepherd Family,
 
Your Friday Eblast is coming at you on a beautiful Fall Thursday. Tomorrow (Friday) is Nevada Day, and your hardworking staff is taking the day off. We will be back to work Sunday!
 
Daylight Savings Time Ends this Weekend
It’s Fall and time to fall back in time one hour. Set your clocks back an hour before bed Saturday night so you can be on time to watch our All Saints Sunday worship at 11am!
 
Sunday’s Worship – November 1 – All Saints Day
We will be livestreaming again from YouTube Live at 11am. Our internet connection has been fixed, and we are looking forward to a steady strong internet feed. A recording will be made which you can watch later if you can’t join us live. Our YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLZp-VxXQtNhP9ge-xNluZg. 
 
This week we remember the Saints who have left us since last All Saints Day:
  • George Aker
  • Shirley Ericson
  • Ernie Holmer
  • Margaret Smith
  • Opal Smith
If you are unable to view our online worship, you are invited to watch a recording at church on Monday, November 2 at 1pm. You must reserve your space in advance at https://reopen.church/r/aHUBFkfG. Masks are required, and we’re limited to 15 people.
 
Blanket and Jacket Collection for the Homeless – November 2 – November 19
Unfortunately, we have learned that local homeless warming shelters aren’t able to open this winter because of Covid-19. We all know how cold it can be in Reno (how cold it has already gotten overnight) and this is devastating to the homeless population in our area. Catholic Charities is responding by collecting warm blankets and jackets to give to folks in need this winter. As you are doing your fall cleaning, maybe you have some sitting around that you would like to donate. Good Shepherd will put a collection bin in front of the office doors Monday -Thursday 9am-2pm for you to drop off your donations. We will deliver them to Catholic Charities for you. Please make sure you wash the blankets and jackets before bringing them to Good Shepherd. If you have any questions, please email stephanie@goodshepherdreno.org
 
An Invitation from Our Synod to Pray Together Before and/or After the Election
The election is Tuesday, November 3.  Region 2 bishops and leaders – the Sierra Pacific, Pacifica, Southwest California, Rocky Mountain and Grand Canyon Synods of the ELCA – invite all who wish to gather for a time of prayer and reflection to join us as we pray for our nation, for those seeking office, for God’s beloved community, and for our rostered ministers as they seek to lead in their specific contexts during these conflicted times.  These livestream gatherings will be: 
 
End of Life Planning Documents
Typically, we would have our End of Life Planning documents available for you throughout November in the Welcoming Space. This year, you can find them on our website at https://www.goodshepherdreno.org/end-of-life-planning.  These resources include “A Letter to My Loved Ones,” and Good Shepherd’s Funeral/Memorial Planning Guide.  Pr. Scott would be happy to schedule time to help you work through these documents. Feel free to email him at PrScott@goodshepherdreno.org or call the office at 329.0696.
 
November Eddy House Meals
Eddy House is a shelter and resource for at-risk and homeless teens and young adults. Good Shepherd provides them with a hot meal every Monday. If you would like to contribute part of a meal during November, please visit our signup list at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a044ea9aa2da6f49-eddy12.  We are in great need of help for this coming Monday!!
 
November Shared Harvest
November Shared Harvest will be assembled November 22. You can drop off your donations at the Church Office on Mondays between 9am and 4:30pm or Tuesday through Thursday between 9am and 2pm until November 19. We will have the bin outside the Office so you can donate safely. Our shopping list for November includes:
  • Chili (We need 41 cans.)
  • Peanut Butter (We need 27 jars.)
  • Canned Vegetables (We need 41 cans.)
  • Toothbrushes and Toothpaste (We need as many as possible.)
 
2nd Mile Offering 
This month’s 2nd Mile Offering benefits The Good Shepherd’s Clothes Closet. You can mail in a check for 2nd Mile anytime during the month or drop it off in the mail slot at the church office. Please write 2nd Mile on the memo line. The Clothes Closet is NOT accepting clothing donations at this time so we cannot accept your clothing donations on their behalf until after the new year.
 
The peace of the Lord be with you all!
Posted on November 09, 2020 1:27 PM by Maribeth Doerr

Friday Eblast - October 23, 2020

Greetings Good Shepherd Family,
 
Sunday’s Worship – October 25, Reformation Sunday!  Wear Red!
We will be livestreaming again from YouTube Live at 11am. We are working on our Internet Connection to make for a better viewing experience. A recording will be made which you can watch later if you can’t join us live. Our YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLZp-VxXQtNhP9ge-xNluZg. The recording of last week’s worship is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsV3bGZaYIA. 
 
New  In-Person Small Groups Beginning October 26 
Are you missing your church friends? Would you like to view Sunday’s worship video but can’t seem to find it or make it work on your computer/tablet/phone?  Then join us next week!  
  • Mondays at 1pm – Gathering in Worship Space to view Sunday’s worship video

You must reserve your space in advance at https://reopen.church/r/aHUBFkfG. Masks are required, groups are limited to 15 people and to one visit per person per week. Groups will gather for no more than one hour, and we will not be serving food or drinks. You may bring your own drink, but please do NOT bring food.

 
All Saints Sunday is November 1
Due to COVID-19 health precautions, this year’s All Saints service will not be available to attend in-person, but it will be livestreamed at 11am on our YouTube Channel and then available as a recording Sunday afternoon. We will be using the list of Saints from last year. If you would like to add a loved one to this list or to verify that your loved one is on the list from last year, please call the office at 329-0696 before October 29.
 
An Invitation from Our Synod to Pray Together Before and/or After the Election
In November, the people of the United States will elect a president and others to public office. This election occurs at a time of change in our national and church life, a time when the Holy Spirit is at work in mysterious ways, and a time when many of our relationships are being changed and challenged. This election occurs in a time of global pandemic, racial injustice, economic hardship, sickness, suffering, loss and death. For many, this election also occurs in a time of great divisions between family, friends and neighbors. These divisions can seem deep, wide and potentially injurious to our democracy and our sense of community.
 
As people of faith, claimed by Jesus, we believe that the role of the church is to support and pray for the wellbeing of the world, for wise leaders to be raised up, and no matter what the outcome that we will be given the gift of “peace that passes all understanding that guards our hearts and minds through Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7)
 
Region 2 bishops and leaders – the Sierra Pacific, Pacifica, Southwest California, Rocky Mountain and Grand Canyon Synods of the ELCA – invite all who wish to gather for a time of prayer and reflection to join us as we pray for our nation, for those seeking office, for God’s beloved community, and for our rostered ministers as they seek to lead in their specific contexts during these conflicted times.
 
These livestream gatherings will be: 
Sunday, November 1 - 6:00 pm PST
Thursday, November 5 - 6:00 pm PST
 
THANK YOU Landscape Cleanup Helpers!  Special Thanks to Mary & Pat McGrath!
This past Saturday, we had 10-15 hardworking gardeners cleaning up our church property in the glorious fall weather. We completely filled our trash dumpster with bags of leaves and debris; we trimmed bushes, dug out dead ones, swept, washed and dusted. Thanks to everyone who came out and helped. A special thanks to Pat & Mary McGrath for taking on the project of picking out new plants for the area by the main entrance that has looked quite awful for the last year or so. That space is now beautifully planted and arranged thanks to Mary & Pat!  If you need to get outside for a few minutes, come on down and take a look!
 
Yoga (not yet) at Good Shepherd
I am testing the “groups feature” of our new website, and our first group is for yoga. I will be adding some short yoga videos (including chair yoga) to our group for viewing at your convenience. If you haven’t been practiced yoga with me before but you’d like to try some stretching from the comfort of your home before we’re able to practice in person again, please email me at maribeth@goodshepherdreno.org. You’ll receive an invitation to create a password for our website. After you do that, I can add you to our yoga group.
 
2nd Mile Offering 
This month’s 2nd Mile Offering benefits Cal Lutheran University.  You can mail in a check for 2nd Mile anytime during the month or drop it off in the mail slot at the church office.  Please write 2nd Mile on the memo line.

The peace of the Lord be with you all!

Posted on October 26, 2020 3:27 PM by Maribeth Doerr

Be a Flu Fighter!

Be a Flu Fighter! Get your flu shot! (Be like Pastor Flu Fighter!)

Pastor Scott was among the community members included in this public service announcement from Immunize Nevada urging people to get their flu shots. Check with your insurance provider or visit NVFluFighter.org for clinic locations.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccWUrjJ58sw

Posted on October 19, 2020 3:07 PM by Maribeth Doerr

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