As we finish out the month of June and the 2nd quarter of the year, we wanted to share that our loose offering giving to ELCA World Hunger was at $596.27. ELCA World Hunger walks alongside congregations across the United States, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Lutheran churches worldwide and trusted partners. Your gifts fund clinics, microloans, clean water, livestock, meals and advocacy —sustainable solutions that address root causes of hunger. Thank you for your generosity!

Next quarter’s charity (July – September) is Lutheran Disaster Response (LDR). Since 1973, LDR has remained grounded in their mission to share God’s hope, healing and renewal with people impacted by disasters. They recognize that every disaster is local and that community leaders and organizations are best equipped to address needs following a disaster. They accompany partners worldwide across the disaster cycle—response, recovery, mitigation and preparedness—providing financial support, technical assistance, advocacy and networking.

THIS week:

• Wednesday, July 1 at 10:00 a.m., Bible study at Good Shepherd

• Sunday, July 5 at 9:30 a.m., worship service followed by fellowship time

• Sunday, July 5 following the worship service, Good Shepherd Discretionary Fund team meeting

Mark Your Calendars:

• Sunday, July 12 - 8:30 a.m.- congregation council meeting

• Sunday, July 12 following the worship service, meeting about food/hunger, outreach, and social ministries at Good Shepherd.

• Tuesday, July 21 - 1 - 6 p.m., Red Cross Blood Drive Contact Robin Nida to volunteer with snacks and help during the drive. To give blood, please sign up on the Red Cross website.

• Men’s Fellowship Breakfast is on summer break! The Men’s breakfast will resume September 19.