Join us for worship (in-person, Facebook, or YouTube) for the Second Sunday of Christmas. Pastor Phil is away on a personal matter so there will be no Communion. Deacon Steve Weiss will be sharing the message. There is no sermon outline for this week.
Reservations for in-person Sunday Morning worship are now available through the end of January. You must make are reservation to attend worship in-person. The deadline to register for each Sunday’s worship is by the end of the day on Thursday.
If you are watching online, share a comment to let us know that you are with us. Answer our question of the day! The Question of the Day is: “Did you make a New Year’s resolution?” Share your answer in the Facebook or YouTube comments during our live-stream starting at 9:50 am. Also, make sure to give a “Like” to our live stream and subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
January Verse of the Month
In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.
John 1:4-5, ESV
2021 Daily Bible Readings
Join us in reading the Bible in 2021. There is nothing more you can do the enhance your Spiritual Growth than to read the Bible on your own. Set a goal to read through the Scriptures in 2021 for the purpose of connecting with God each day. If you would like to receive a daily email with the readings, send an email to daily-bible-readings-subscribe@gs4nj.org from your email address.
Live Prayer for January 6
Join us on Wednesday, January 6th at 7 pm for Live Prayer. We pray for the needs of our families, church, community, and world. You can participate via Facebook, YouTube, or Zoom.
Bible Studies Resume
Both Men and Women’s Bible Studies resume this week!
Women’s Bible Study
The women will resume on Monday, January 11 at 7pm. You can participate in-person in the conference room or via Zoom. We will have more details next week.
Men’s Bible Study
The men will resume on Saturday, January 9 at 8:30am. You can participate in-person in the conference room or via Zoom.
Zoom Meeting ID: 879 9376 6119
Password is iloveGod
Our study is titled “Man Up.” See how Jesus teaches us how to step as men of faith in the challenging times we currently live in. Learn how his selfless sacrifice on the cross serves as the perfect example for us to fix our eyes and hope on him as we embark on this challenging study. Written by a Lutheran Pastor on his quest in becoming a better man, “Man Up!” cuts through all the noise of the world and goes back to what our Creator says about being a man in His creation. This is not about taking down the feminists or reclaiming your rights as a man, but it’s about living in the example and grace of Jesus. Whatever your age, this book and its study will challenge you.
If you plan on participating or if you have any further questions, please text Scott Messler at 732-221-8077, or send an email to Jeff Campbell at jeff@gs4nj.org or Tony Hansen at tony@gs4nj.org.
Angel Tree Thank You
Thank You from Pastor Phil & Barbara
Pastor Phil, Barbara, and family want to express their appreciation to the members of Good Shepherd for approving the renovation of the parsonage kitchen. There are a few small details to be completed but the major tasks were finished just in time for Christmas.
Ways to Financially Support Good Shepherd
Online Giving
Visit gs4nj.org/give to donate. You can donate with a credit card or have the funds debited from your checking account. You can also set up automated giving set up on a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or twice-monthly basis.
Another option to give is text to give. Text any dollar amount to 84321. We will reply with a link to a quick, self-guided setup process to tie your mobile phone to our church, your donor account, and a payment source.
All of this is easily managed through an online account that is set up the first time you give. There is also an app that can be used to manage your giving. It is available on iOS and Android.
As always checks can also be mailed. Visit our contact page for our mailing address.
Amazon Smile
If you already shop at Amazon, it is easy to support our ministry. Instead of going to amazon.com to shop, just add “smile.” before amazon.com. So the link will be smile.amazon.com. Any time you make a purchase at this link 0.5% of your purchase will go to the charity of your choice. It may not be much, but it adds up over time and as more of us make use of this service. Please keep in mind that you need to use the smile link every time you make a purchase. If you go back to using the regular Amazon link or use the Amazon app, we will not get a donation with those purchases.
Shop with Scrip
Scrip gift cards are available immediately following the Sunday worship in the Narthex. There are many cards to chose from and specific gift cards if you want. Be sure to ask what other cards are available. There are hundreds to choose from. We are grateful for all who have purchased these cards in support of our ministry. Be sure to stop and pick up a few cards.
