January GOLF Night – Change of Date!
Sunday, January 22 @ 4:00 pm
Because of schedule conflicts for many of our families with kiddos, we are changing the date of our January Generations of Living Faith (GOLF) night. This month we will be exploring the sacraments and diving deeper into baptism. After witnessing the baptism of Josie in the morning during worship, come and learn more with us! ALL in the congregation are welcome to join us!
We’re looking for your feedback!
Advent/Christmas Worship Survey
During the Advent-Christmas season, we offered resources to the congregation for individual use, and also adapted our worship service. Our Worship and Music Team are looking for your feedback to get a broader perspective if these efforts were beneficial. Fill out a paper copy (found in the narthex) or fill out the form linked here. We thank you in advance for your feedback as we seek to connect to Christ and to each other in our worship!
Baptism of Josie Bartling
Sunday, January 22
The sacrament of baptism is a public declaration of God’s love for all of us as children of God, and is an individual promise of grace upon those baptized. Join us as Josie Bartling – daughter of Joe and Takoma Bartling – is baptized in the name of the Triune God and officially becomes a part of our flock! Cake reception will follow after worship during the fellowship hour.
Amendments to SOTC Constitution
This summer, the ELCA Churchwide Assembly passed a slate of suggested amendments to congregational constitutions. As our Council reviewed these suggestions, we also are suggesting an additional amendment regarding our Audit Committee. Suggested amendments are available in the narthex. We will vote upon the amendments during our annual meeting
Thank you from Pastor Aleese
Thank you, Shepherds, for your generous Christmas gifts! The computer cords will help me better work with my laptop, and the Gospel and Psalm books will aid my preaching, teaching, and devotional life. Looking forward to using the veggie spiralizer in the kitchen soon! Thank you for your thoughts, your gifts, and your support!
Annual Meeting
Sunday, January 29 after worship
Each January we set aside a Sunday to celebrate our shared ministry together at SOTC during our annual meeting. During this time, we will review the year, vote on nominated leaders and proposed constitutional amendments, and also hear reports regarding our financial position. All are welcome to join us as we give thanks for the ways God has been at work in and through our Shepherds in the past year!
SOTC Game Night
Saturday, February 4, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Grab your favorite game and bring yourself and your family for a night of fellowship!
Bring an appetizer to share for a light meal together.