300 UNION AVENUE, SOMERVILLE, NJ 08876 Main Phone: 908.685.1660
A member of the NJ Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA)
"Jesus stands at the door and proclaims welcome to people from all walks of life. We are a community of people with diverse backgrounds and orientations who seek to worship God, grow spiritually, and live in fellowship with one another. In the loving and inclusive spirit of our Savior, we welcome you."
- Good Shepherd's Statement of Welcome
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church has been a vital part of the community of Somerville, NJ for over 50 years. Our faith in Christ is demonstrated through our worship, our learning, our passing on our faith to our children, our involvement in the community through the Food Bank, Interfaith Hospitality Network, our Christian Day Care, and other ministries. Come join us as we grow in faith and service!
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BOOK DISCUSSION
SUNDAY EVENINGS at 7 PM - Through March 29th
The Last Week – What the Gospels Really Teach about Jesus’ Final Days in Jerusalem by Marcus Borg and John Dominic Crossan. Come and dig into the Gospel of Mark’s day-by-day account of the week leading up to Easter. Books are available for $10. Sign up NOW on the kiosk.
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TUESDAY MORNINGS OVER COFFEE
WEEKLY JOB SUPPORT GROUP ~ 9 AM
For those who are out of work and job searching during these tough economic times, a newly formed job support group meets weekly in Room D at 9 AM. Pastor Chris will provide coffee, tea and bagels; support and networking will be provided by those who attend.
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WHY FAITH MATTERS - LENTEN BOOK DISCUSSION
March 5, 12, 19, and 26 - 7:00 PM
Join us for a series of prayer services and homilies based on the book “Why Faith Matters” by David J. Wolpe. Books are available for purchase in the church office.
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“WALKING IN THE LIGHT” WOMEN’S RETREAT
April 3-4
Wednesday, March 25 is the deadline for registering for “Walking In the Light Women’s Retreat, which will be held at America’s Keswick Center in Whiting, NJ. Registration forms are on the kiosk.
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NEW MEMBER CLASSES
Sundays, April 26, May 3, May 10
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ~ Room B/C
If you would like to learn more about Good Shepherd Lutheran Church to discern whether you want to become a member, a series of classes are being offered in April/May. If you are interested in attending, contact Pastor Chris by phone or sign up at the kiosk in the narthex.
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OFFICE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
There are several volunteer opportunities available. Please see the easel in the narthex. Thanks!
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HELP THE HUNGRY IN OUR COMMUNITY
I was hungry and you fed me. - Matthew 25:35
Each year at Easter we help 15 needy families within the church and local community by providing a week’s supply of food and basic household necessities.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
DONATE FOOD - Please take a grocery bag with a list of the items needed and fill it up with your donations.
DONATE MONEY – Please make checks payable to GSLC and place your gifts in the offering, using the special outreach envelopes (available in the pew racks).
ASSEMBLE THE BASKETS – on Friday April 4 at 9:00 AM. Please sign up on the kiosk.
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Eehango Parish - Namibia
We continue to pray for our companion congregation in Namibia - a congregation whose strength comes from their faith in God and their support of each other. We invite you to join in recognition of their faithful witness with the Namibia Appeal. Funds will be used to supplement our mission support and to pay for the shipping costs of the Bibles that the Sunday Church School offerings are purchasing.
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