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To the Ends of the Earth | Sundays at 9 & 10:45am

Pastor's Note!

 

The past few weeks, I've been trying something new: running. Well, it's not entirely new, since I used to run cross country and track in Junior High and High School. But it's been a while!  Read more...
 
 

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Sunday at Good Shepherd

This Sunday at 9 & 10:45am we continue our series To the Ends of the Earth, engaging Acts 2.1-12. Here's the sermon-based study guide.

Men's Retreat

Our Men's Retreat is September 23rd-25th at Tahquitz Pines Conference Center in Idyllwild. Register Sunday on the patio or online!       

Study Acts!

A new small group is forming to follow our sermon series and study the book of Acts. This group will be led by Dan Krehbiel and will meet Thursdays in the Fireside Room beginning September 15th, 6:30-8pm. Email Dan at dkrehbiel09@aol.com with questions. You're invited!       

New Bible Study: Genesis

Begins September 18th, 6pm, Fireside Room, 20 week in-depth study. Kirk and Sue Brown - leaders. Email Kirk at stmci@ix.netcom.com with questions.        

Become a Covenant Partner

Ready to "officially" join the church? Our next New Member (Covenant Partner) Classes are scheduled for Saturday, October 22nd, 9am-noon, and Sunday, October 23rd, noon-3pm. You only need to attend one class. Contact mary@gspc.org with questions or to RSVP.

Youth

Children

Good Shepherd Kids

Good Shepherd Kids started back on Wednesday, September 14th from 6:30-8pm. Join us for worship in Zirbel Hall at 6:30pm as your kids enjoy high energy and a fun environment experiencing the love of Jesus. Email Michelle Heath, Director of Children's Ministry, michelle@gspc.org with questions.        

the Happenings

HighSchool@theDen meet on Sunday evenings at 6pm in Room 3      
MiddleSchool@theDen meet on Wednesday evenings at 6pm in Room 3  

Women

Ruth Circle

Meets on Wednesday, September 21st, at 10am in the Round Room #4.Please call Valerie Matson at 714/894.6962 or Marge Fleming at 562/596.7673 with questions.   

Mom's Connect

Moms looking for support, encouragement, and laughter are invited to join our Mom's Connect group meeting on Wednesdays, 9:30-11am, in the Fireside Room. Children will be in very capable hands, learning about the love of God. Please email Cassie Bronzan at cassiebronzan@gmail.com with questions.  

Women's Retreat 2016

Come, getaway with the ladies for the "Abide in Him" retreat from November 4-6th at the Ayres Hotel in Costa Mesa. Register online http://GSPC.org/womens-retreat or at the Women's Ministry table on the patio. Early bird ends October 1st! Email Darla Halker at women@gspc.org with questions.       

Adults

Flu Shots Are Coming!

We will hold our annual Flu Shot Clinics in between services on September 25th and October 2nd. You must be over 9 years old (with a parent). Members with special needs should contact Beth Piburn, Volunteer Parish Nurse, at bpiburn@verizon.net or 562/598.5136.

Your Change Will Make a Change

Next Sunday, September 25th, bring your change to church!

Stephen Ministry

Looking for someone to share a difficult time with you? Stephen Ministry may be for you. A friend, family member or yourself...may benefit from the Christian care-giving of a Stephen Minister. Email Pastor Paul at paul@gspc.org with questions.  

Special Needs Dance

You are invited to come to our next community dance for those with special needs on Friday, September 30th, 7-9:30pm in Zirbel Hall. Contact Pam at 562/430.8343 with questions. 

Prayer Partners

If you received a letter, someone is praying for you! Please put requests in the Prayer Box in the Narthex or email prayerpartners@gspc.org.

Senior Adults

Senior Adult Luncheon

Join us on Wednesday, September 21st at noon in Zirbel Hall as Blair Pietrini, Founder and Director of Grateful Hearts in Los Alamitos, shares an uplifting presentation of God's blessings and faithfulness in this ministry to our community. Cost: $5. Sign up at the Senior Adult Table on the patio. Email Carol Jaeger, Director of Senior Ministries, at carol@gspc.org with questions.   

Senior Adult Day Trippers

NEW this Fall!! Required for all upcoming Senior Day Trips! Please stop by the Senior Adult Ministry table or office to pick up, fill out  and return the blue release form. Email Carol Jaeger, Director of Senior Ministries, at carol@gspc.org with questions.   

Senior Adult Trip

Join us on Thursday, October 13th, 9:15am-4:30pm, as we travel to the Getty Center Museum. Cost-$25, lunch will be on your own at the museum. We have 30 spots for a docent guided tour and 10 "on your own" spots available. Payment is required at time of sign up to reserve your spot. Email Carol Jaeger, Director of Senior Ministries, at carol@gspc.org with questions. 

Serve in Love

Last Chance!

If anyone has anything stored in the parking lot sheds which they need to retain, please be sure the item has a label with your name and the ministry for which it is needed. Any item not clearly identified will be disposed of by October 1st. Email Vern Johnson at vernjon@gmail.com with questions.  

Good Shepherd Kids Program

Started up on September 14th. If you love toddlers, we have a place for you to serve on Wednesday nights, 6:30-8pm, for the upcoming 9 weeks, September 21st-November 16th. Please contact Michelle Heath, Director of Children's Ministry, at michelle@gspc.org

University Choir and Orchestra

The University Choir and Orchestra will be returning to Good Shepherd for a free concert on Sunday, October 16th. Mark your calendars and invite a friend for a night of music and witness. If you would like to help us feed the 150 musicians after the concert, please call Julie Varley at 714/269.8394. 

Quilters

Meet on Monday, September 19th at 7pm in the Round Room #4. Everyone welcome! 

Marti's Closet

We will not be accepting donations of blouses for the remainder of 2016. Thank you to those who have donated so generously! 

Last Weekend


Miss gathering last weekend? Here's Pastor Curtis' message on Acts 1.1-8, "The Mission Has a Church"

Financial Update


Budget      $874,187
Giving         810,540
                   $63,647

Budget as of September 30th, giving as of September 15th, 2016.

Thank you for your generous, sacrificial giving. Click onto our website to give online!

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Phone: 562/493.2553
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DeLeon Abell, Director of Classic Worship
dee@gspc.org, x113

Ellie Brandyberry,
Administrative Assistant
ellie@gspc.org, x200

Curtis Bronzan, Pastor
curtis@gspc.org, x115

Don Broun, Director
of Media Services
don@gspc.org

Mary Gerard, Administrative Assistant
mary@gspc.org, x114

Elizabeth Gilmore,
Student Ministry Assistant
elizabeth@gspc.org, x109

Michelle Heath,
Director of Children's Ministry
michelle@gspc.org, x110

Josh Higgins, Director of Student Ministry
josh@gspc.org, x102

Bonnie Hildebrandt,
Organist
bonnielee23@twc.com

Carol Jaeger,
Director of Senior Ministry
carol@gspc.org, x105

Peggy Duquesnel Malbon,
Pianist
peggymusic@aol.com

Beth Piburn,
Volunteer Parish Nurse
nurse@gspc.org

Ruben Solis, Janitor
rubens@gspc.org, x101

Thea Walker, Director
of Administration
thea@gspc.org, x103

Paul White, Associate Pastor
paul@gspc.org, x116

Gerrit Wind, Director of Modern Worship
gerrit@gspc.org
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