©2008 GSUMC

Welcome to the life of Good Shepherd
as it is experienced in our corporate worship
and in our daily activities.

Then Jesus said to his disciples: "Therefore I tell you, do not
worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body,
what you will wear. Life is more than food, and the body more
than clothes. Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap,
they have no storeroom or barn; yet God feeds them. And how much
more valuable you are than birds! Who of you by worrying
can add a single hour to his life? Since you cannot do this
very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?

"Consider how the lilies grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you,
not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these.
If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is
here today, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, how much more
will he clothe you, O you of little faith! And do not set
your heart on what you will eat or drink; do not worry about it.
For the pagan world runs after all such things, and your
Father knows that you need them. But seek his kingdom,
and these things will be given to you as well.

Luke 12:22-31

 

WORSHIP SERVICES EACH SUNDAY

 

Directions	8:00 AM	Communion & Meditation
	9:15 AM	Blended Worship
	9:30 to 10:30 AM	Sunday School for ages 3 and up
	11:00 AM	"Sunday School for Adults"
	11:00 AM	Traditional Service with the Chancel Choir
Child Care provided for infants and toddlers Nursery/child care is available on Sundays from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm for infants through four years old. Parents may being their children to the 9:15 worship and they will be dismissed at 9:30 am to go to their class. You can accompany them and then return for worship.

Good Shepherd Worship Schedule
Sunday, July 20th (Regular Worship Times)	Sermon entitled: How to Deal with Stress & Worry Luke 12:22-31
Sunday, July 27th (Regular Worship Times)	Sermon entitled: More Than a Kid’s Story The Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37
Sunday, August 3rd (Regular Worship Times)	Holy Communion Sermon entitled: More than a Kid’s Story -- Noah Through Noah’s trust in God and his obedience over time, God brought salvation and a new start to the world. Through Noah, God revealed that God’s desire for a faithful and obedient humanity always exceeds God’s disappointment, anger and judgment when we fall short. When we are faithful and obedient like Noah, the same message gets through to us and others. Genesis 6:9-22
Sunday, August 10th (Regular Worship Times)	Sermon entitled: More Than a Kid’s Story -- Joshua Joshua was an excellent leader. He was confident in God’s strength, courageous in the face of opposition and he was willing to seek God’s advice. Most of all, in changing circumstances, he passed on the living and vital faith he received from one generation to the next. Joshua 1:1-9, 3:7-9 Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25
Sunday, August 17th (Regular Worship Times)	Guest Preacher: Rev. Susan Carns
Sunday, August 24th (Regular Worship Times)	Sermon entitled: More Than a Kid’s Story -- Nehemiah Nehemiah showed himself to be a great leader of God’s people by prayer, persistence in the midst of trouble, and his willingness to make a personal sacrifice for the sake of God’s larger plan. He provides a model for how to live by faith today. Nehemiah 1:1-11, 2:17-20

Worship Services are taped each Sunday and audiocopies are available
upon request at the church office.

Safe Nights' Helping Hands

Can We Live as Jesus Died
Willing to Pay the Price?
Helping the Homeless and the Needy
Matthew 25:35-40

Click here for more information
on how you can help.

 

This Week at Good Shepherd
July 20 (Sunday)	4:00PM	Swim Team Meeting (P)
July 21 (Monday)		No events scheduled.
July 22 (Tuesday)	10:30AM	Prayer Group (S)
July 23 (Wednesday)	6:30PM 6:30PM	Women's Emmaus (CH) Men's Emmaus (7)
July 24 (Thusrday)		No events scheduled.
July 25 (Friday)		No events scheduled.
July 26 (Saturday)	7:00PM 10:30PM	Narcotics Anonymous (FH) Narcotics Anonymous (FH)

for July/August

July/August Calendar

Christmas-in-April Click here to view pictures from this year's project.
Sermon Archive Page Audio of Rev. Steve Larsen's Sermons	Room Reservation Request Form

Click here to see photos of our Classes.

"Good Shepherd Photo Gallery" Move your cursor over the photos. Cursor controls the speed.

 

Book Reviews

Movie Reviews

Music Reviews

Web Ministry

 

 

Thanks for Visiting

Good Shepherd Night at the Blue Crabs Baseball Game Saturday, July 12, 2008 Click here to view pictures from the game.

We're Seeking... Good Shepherd is seeking a part-time Director of Christian Discipleship to oversee a program leading persons of all ages to encounter God's love, hear Christ's call and serve with the Spirit's help. Must have strong faith, a passion for teaching, team-building skills, and the ability to recruit and equip others. Contact pastor Steve Larsen at 301-843-6797 or pastor@gsumc.com.

Saturday, June 28, 2008 Click here to view pictures from the Karnival.

Farewell Celebration for Carolyn Anderson Sunday, June 22, 2008 Click here to view pictures from the celebration.

Good Shepherd Silent Auction to benefit the Mary Wattenford Scholarship Fund Saturday, June 21, 2008 Click here to view pictures from the auction.

Summer Study Options The Discipleship committee is developing plans for short-term summer study options that meet in individuals' homes. These "Backyard" Bible or Book groups would provide an opportunity for informal fellowship, spiritual growth and a reason to invite neighbors and friends to join in as well. If you might be willing to be a host or if you are interested in being a facilitator of one of these small groups please complete the insert in the bulletin. Dates and length of the study will be worked out with hosts and facilitators before the groups are finalized

Got Pictures?? Do you have photos that tell a story about Good Shepherd's history? If so, we would like to use them for our 40th anniversary celebration. Drop off your photos, along with a short description (identify people, dates, occasion, etc.), to the church office. If you would like your photos returned, please identify them with your name, address and/or phone number. If you have questions contact Phil Day at 301-751-5530, 301-420-5142 or send an email to psday3@aol.com.

Ministry Resource Menu We have a new Ministry Menu to provide the people of the church with an overview of the various ministries and projects offered throughout the church. The list includes a brief description of all of the administrative, ministry and mission efforts that go on along with contact information for each. Please pick up a copy and see what might interest you from our "Menu." Copies are available in the church lobby or download and print the PDF file. Click here. Ministry Menu

Summer Sunday school is ten weeks beginning on Sunday, June 15th and ending on Sunday, August 17th. Since there is usually limited attendance during the summer we will be having combined children's classes. We need volunteers to teach either those 3 years of age through first grade or those 2nd through 5th grades. You can pick the Sunday(s) that fits your schedule. We will provide the One Room Live B.I.G. material which is very user friendly. Contact the church office or look for the sign-up at a table in the entrance. This year there will also be two classes available for the youth. Please contact either Ron Kolbe or Carolyn Anderson if you have any questions.

Music Ministry Contact Holli White at music@gsumc.com for more Information. Music Ministries 2007-2008

Supplies for Wounded Soldiers The "Maryland House" is a receiving area/lounge at Malcolm Grow Hospital at Andrews AFB that has been setup to help the wounded that are waiting to be transferred to their home bases. The "Maryland House" is run by Red Cross volunteers that are mostly active duty/retired military personnel and their spouses. When they arrive at Andrews the Maryland House receives the less severely wounded that do not go to Walter Reed. When they arrive they are without their personal belongs. The volunteers donate most of supplies they need with help from outside donations. Your donations of toiletry and travel items have been very generous and our supply has now exceeded our storage allocation. If you would still like to help, there is a great need for the following. (listed in the order of importance): Phone Cards, Size Medium T-Shirts, Soda, Gatorade, Water, Size Large T-shirts, Flip Flops, Chocolate Candy and individually wrapped snacks or cookies. We will set-up a box in the lobby for you to drop off your denotations. If you have any questions you can contact Nancy Bennett 301-643-1160 or Debbie Hahn 301-645-8268.

Bibles The Education Committee is pleased to be able to provide the Bibles on the Welcome Table. If you need or want one or know of someone who does, please feel free to take it. We are Grateful for every opportunity to share God's Word.

Music Ministry Photo Gallery Click to view the Gallery page.

Lay Readers If you are willing to read scripture during worship please contact Carolyn Anderson at 301-843-6797 or disciple@gsumc.com. You can indicate which date you will be available. You can read from the translation you prefer. Everyone is encouraged to volunteer for this important ministry.

Opportunities for Service Click here for Details.

ONGOING

Baptism:  Parents and Families interested in having their child baptized should contact the church office or Pastor Steve and plan to attend a baptism class.  Youth and adults wishing to be baptized can also do the same.   Marriage Preparation Seminar: Good Shepherd United Methodist Church offers to its congregation and the community a Marriage Preparation Seminar. This weekend program, presented by married couples of Good Shepherd, seeks to provide engaged couples with a Christian view of the excitement, the fun, and the sacredness of marriage. The seminar teaches couples vital communication skills necessary for a fulfilling relationship. Marriage related topics presented include: family or origin and how it influences our relationships, communications, valuing your spouse, welcoming a child, handling finances, differences between men and women, and sexuality. The seminar is led by various couples from within the church that share from their own experiences. The Pastor and his wife are one of the presenting couples. Positive feedback and continual updating of materials have made this program a tremendous success. This seminar is offered twice a year ~ once in March and again in September. For registration or information, contact Rev. Steve Larsen at pastor@gsumc.com or call the church office at 301-843-6797. United Methodist Men: Each month, on the second Saturday, the men share a breakfast at 8:00AM in the Fellowship Hall.  The group often takes on service projects and holds programs of various sorts throughout the year.  The current president is Ron Kolbe. Next Meeting: August 9th SITE UPDATE: Our site design is being updated. If you have any suggestions please contact the webmaster.