Second Sunday of Advent Hanging of the Greens You may now enter worship through the double doors off the parking lot and check-in is not needed. Attendance pads are now back in the pews. Prelude: “The First Noel” arr. Cherwie…
Second Sunday of Advent
Hanging of the Greens
You may now enter worship through the double
doors off the parking lot and check-in is not needed.
Attendance pads are now back in the pews.
Prelude: "The First Noel” arr. Cherwien
Introit: "O Come, O Come, Emanuel", Chancel Choir, Kirk Averitt, Director
Scripture Lessons: Psalm 72:1-7 and Matthew 3:1-12
Sermon: "Proclaimed Peace", Pastor Eva Thai-Erwin Preaching
Today's worship service is a wonderful tradition of
Good Shepherd and will include participation
from all the church choirs today
Anthems:
- Advent Celebration”, Children’s Choir; Diane Lucas, Director,
- "People Look East", arr. Helman, Carillon Ringers and Youth Bells
- “The Holy and the Ivy", Traditional, arr. Clark, Janice Clark Director, Youth Choir
- "Hark the Glad Sound", arr. Mallory, Adult Bells, Carolyn Noonchester, Director
- "We'll Dress This House", Alfred Burt, Kirk Averitt, Director
Benediction Response: "Peace, Peace/Silent Night"
Postlude: "Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus", arr. Lani Smith, Stephen Cook, Director of Music, Organ
A printed copy of the worship bulletin that includes the Call to Worship, Prayers, and Announcements will be posted online. It can be found on the church website and Facebook group page every Friday before the Sunday Service.
While our regular technical crew is on vacation, we will be posting the Church Bulletin on the website for your use in referencing the order of worship, including the hymn names and page number in the Red Hymnal (if you have one at home)….
While our regular technical crew is on vacation, we will be posting the Church Bulletin on the website for your use in referencing the order of worship, including the hymn names and page number in the Red Hymnal (if you have one at home).
The Church Bulletin can be found under ‘News and Events’ then ‘Newsletters & Bulletins’. Just double click on the most recent version to open. OR just click on this link:
https://cgsum.org/events/newsletter
The word Commitment has been on my mind this past week. I was recently excused from jury duty that would have involved a 3-week murder trial. I can only imagine the commitment the jury members must make to be an important part of o…
The word Commitment has been on my mind this past week. I was recently excused from jury duty that would have involved a 3-week murder trial. I can only imagine the commitment the jury members must make to be an important part of our country's justice system. Speaking of our country, it was humbling to see the Veterans of our church stand up in worship Sunday morning as we recognized them for their commitment and bravery of service. And how joyful it was to end the service with a Prayer of Thanksgiving for the 2023 Pledge Cards that have been submitted.
Thinking of these examples of great commitment, I know it is the individual person who decides to make the personal commitment. Whether it is to report for jury duty, to serve in the military, or to give financially to the church. But as I stated in Sunday's message, things are only successful if all are committed together. All 12 of the jurors must agree on a verdict. We never send 1 soldier alone into battle.
Church ministries rely on the financial support of many donations and not one single giver. As Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 reminds us, there is strength in numbers: "Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor. For if either of them falls, the one will lift up their companion."
Each financial gift is treasured and part of our commitment to the church and its ministries. Thank you to those who have already submitted your 2023 pledge card. For those who have not been able to do so yet, there is still time.
Please return them (by mail or in person drop off) any time before the end of the year. 2023 will be a blessed year as we commit financially to the church together and lift one another up in faith!
Sincerely, Pastor Eva
Church of the Good Shepherd has a tradition of decorating our altar with beautiful poinsettias at Christmas time. We are pre-selling 6” potted red poinsettias for $16 each to be used in the sanctuary for services beginning Sunday, December…
Church of the Good Shepherd has a tradition of decorating our altar with beautiful poinsettias at Christmas time. We are pre-selling 6” potted red poinsettias for $16 each to be used in the sanctuary for services beginning Sunday, December 18th.
Plants may be picked up at church after the 9 PM Christmas Eve service on Saturday, December 24th. Plants that are not picked up will be donated for delivery by our team of volunteers to more home-bound church members.
To order, visit our table after church service on December 4, or fill out this order form & drop it off (or mail it) with your payment to the church office: 400 W. Duarte Rd, Arcadia, CA 91007.
Order Form: poinsettia-order-form
Our annual market will return on Sunday December 4, 11 and 18 in Jordan Hall after the 10 a.m. service. You can also shop from home and send or drop off your shopping list and the appropriate cards will be returned to you. We…
Our annual market will return on Sunday December 4, 11 and 18 in Jordan Hall after the 10 a.m. service.
You can also shop from home and send or drop off your shopping list and the appropriate cards will be returned to you.
We are pleased that Heavenly Treasures will again offer their craft goods from around the world. Heavenly Treasures mission is to help craft people around the world and 100% of the sales are returned to the artisans.
This year we are featuring two groups who help people locally (Union Station Homeless Services in Pasadena and SGV Habitat for Humanity) and two groups who help people here in the states and around the world (Church World Service and Heifer Project).
Come and visit the market and find meaningful gifts that give twice! First to your family and friends and then to those who are blessed by your gifts both here and around the globe.
Join us for a special 'Lessons & Carols' service on Sunday, December 11 at 10:00 am.
The service will include the Chancel Choir, a professional string quartet, and saxophonist!
Join us for a special 'Lessons & Carols' service on Sunday, December 11 at 10:00 am.
The service will include the Chancel Choir, a professional string quartet, and saxophonist!
We need animals, shepherds, wisemen, and angels for the Christmas Eve family Service at 5:00PM on Saturday, December 24, at 5:00 PM. The Children’s Choir, Youth Choir, and Youth Bells will also be participating. We will have one Reh…
We need animals, shepherds, wisemen, and angels for the Christmas Eve family Service at 5:00PM on Saturday, December 24, at 5:00 PM.
The Children’s Choir, Youth Choir, and Youth Bells will also be participating. We will have one Rehearsal for the Pageant on Sunday, December 18th from 11:15AM – 12:30PM (we will not have lunch).
If you are not able to attend the rehearsal, please let Franklyn know and we’ll save a costume for you!
All children, youth, young adults, and adults ages 2-105 are welcome to participate. If you have any questions, please contact Franklyn Shen at (626) 272-5081, or fnjshen@sbcglobal.net. Thank you!
This year the center has a revised list to fill their holiday baskets. Please leave donations in Jordan Hall. Here is what they request: Canned yams, Canned sweet potatoes, Mini marshmallows, Gravy packets, Cake mixes, Corn muffin mix, Cra…
This year the center has a revised list to fill their holiday baskets. Please leave donations in Jordan Hall. Here is what they request:
- Canned yams,
- Canned sweet potatoes,
- Mini marshmallows,
- Gravy packets,
- Cake mixes,
- Corn muffin mix,
- Cranberry sauce,
- Jell-O, pudding,
- Stuffing mix.
The following items should be DELIVERED TO THE CENTER:
- Cornish hens,
- Chickens,
- Pies,
- $20-$25 grocery gift cards,
- Turkey gift cards.
When you shop for your family remember those who can be blessed by your help! Donations will be accepted through December 18th.
Sunday School for preschoolers and elementary grade kids will meet in Jordan Hall following the Children’s Time in the Sanctuary. Also, Nursery care has returned on Sundays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. All are welcome – please join us!…
Sunday School for preschoolers and elementary grade kids will meet in Jordan Hall following the Children's Time in the Sanctuary. Also, Nursery care has returned on Sundays from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
All are welcome - please join us!
Children currently in grades 2 thru 5 are invited to “make a joyful noise to the Lord”. We will meet Sundays in the Music Room (directly behind the Narthex at back of the sanctuary) after Sunday School from approximately 11:15 to 11:45 AM….
Children currently in grades 2 thru 5 are invited to “make a joyful noise to the Lord”. We will meet Sundays in the Music Room (directly behind the Narthex at back of the sanctuary) after Sunday School from approximately 11:15 to 11:45 AM.
Questions?: Contact the Church Office at (626) 447-2181
The walking group meets each Tuesday morning at 8:00 at the church. We walk around the church grounds and adjacent neighborhoods. The first Tuesday of the month, we meet at the Arboretum in Arcadia. For more information, contact th…
The walking group meets each Tuesday morning at 8:00 at the church. We walk around the church grounds and adjacent neighborhoods. The first Tuesday of the month, we meet at the Arboretum in Arcadia.
For more information, contact the church office at (626) 447-2181.
Next week we finish the Personal Librarian. We will not meet the day before Thanksgiving as well as Dec. 21 and 28. Our next book, The 12 Topsy Turvy, Very Messy Days of Christmas will be read as follows: Nov. 30. Ch. 1-36;…
Next week we finish the Personal Librarian.
We will not meet the day before Thanksgiving as well as Dec. 21 and 28.
Our next book, The 12 Topsy Turvy, Very Messy Days of Christmas will be read as follows:
- Nov. 30. Ch. 1-36; Dec. 7. Finish book.
- On December 14, we will have a “hearty appetizer” potluck and our annual gift book exchange.
Please call Penny to RSVP. (Or see her at Book Group) Thank you, Penny, for organizing this.
Our United Methodist Women’s Crafts Group meet Wednesdays at 1:15-3:00 p.m., in the Church Library. All women are invited and all types of crafts are welcome with the proceeds from items made then sold at UMW Boutiques going toward m…
Our United Methodist Women’s Crafts Group meet Wednesdays at 1:15-3:00 p.m., in the Church Library.
All women are invited and all types of crafts are welcome with the proceeds from items made then sold at UMW Boutiques going toward mission projects.
Bring your own projects to work on or come on Wednesday night and see if there is something you’d like to help create. Sometimes there are group projects to work on, but most of the time everyone works on their own favorite craft.
We also encourage crafters to participate in the boutique sales with crafts they have made at home during the year.
The Church of the Good Shepherd has a dedicated group of people who pray for members and their friends when a request comes into the church office. If you have a need for prayer for yourself, family or friends, please call the chur…
The Church of the Good Shepherd has a dedicated group of people who pray for members and their friends when a request comes into the church office.
If you have a need for prayer for yourself, family or friends, please call the church office (626) 447-2181 or email Linda in the church office at ldoran@cgsum.org . The request will go out to the prayer chain and will also go into the church newsletter the next week, if requested.
Foothill Unity Center is still collecting egg cartons and plastic bags. During this PANDEMIC era we have a different location for dropping them off. Whenever you are in the vicinity of the church, they can be placed in the box locat…
Foothill Unity Center is still collecting egg cartons and plastic bags.
During this PANDEMIC era we have a different location for dropping them off. Whenever you are in the vicinity of the church, they can be placed in the box located near the entrance to the Church office.
Arrangements have been made to transfer the contents
of the box to Fellowship Hall for future delivery to the Center.