Good Shepherd Anglican Church

September is an active month full of change. The trees are already telling us that summer has come to an end. Folks are coming back home from summer vacations or planning trips to avoid the coming cold of winter. Our children are back in school, sport & dance practices, music lessons, guides, scouts, and so much more.

Here at Good Shepherd, we are starting up all your familiar favourites: Lectionary Bible Study started again today, Playful Pastures returned from summer break with 12 children soaking up the Holy Word last Sunday, our courtyard is being renovated next week, and this Sunday we return to The Book of 'Adorable' Services (BAS) for our Holy Eucharist Service. Many thanks Rev. Lee for the great nickname!

If you are feeling caught up in the winds of change this fall, we invite you to find your path at Good Shepherd. Deepen your connection with God and the neighbours you sit with on Sundays. Let your roots grow wide in our community, that with God's guidance we can support each other. This Sunday reflect on the lessons of God's guidance, may we free ourselves from passing judgement on others by trusting in His judgement, may forgiveness be our first choice in conflict just as Jesus has forgiven the sins of His people.

The featured art this week is "Guidance Day and Night" painted by Mike Moyers in 2011.

This week we particularly thank the ladies of the ACW for all their hard work organizing and hosting High Tea: Kathy H, Linda H, Kathy L, Joyce, Linda D, Leocadia, Margaret, Pat L, Faye T, Joan W, Ruby R, Betty Ann, and Michelle Y.

I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you. Phil 1:3-4

Today and during the week we pray for:

Those who are sick, suffering or in need:

In our parish: Shaunna, Brennan, Duleep, Shan, Grace S, Anne, Bill, Betty Ann, Glenda, Christina, Glen, and Clarence.
Throughout the diocese: Mary Ann, Linda, Mark, Jan, Jordan, Dorothy, Elliott, Bob, Paul, Rhea, Mason, Mitchell.

In the Diocese of Edmonton:

Our Bishop, Steve; our Dean, Alex; our Archdeacons; our Canons; and support staff.
For Archdeacons: Chelsy, Jonathan, Travis, and Jordan.
For Lay Led Parish St. Paul, Leduc: and their Office Adminstrator, Nicohl.

In our partner Diocese of Buyé:

For the retired pastors of Buyé.

Our siblings in Christ:

From Treaty 6 and Treaty 8 First Nations, from the Métis Nation of Alberta, and from the Métis Settlements in Alberta.
For Louis Bull Tribe.

We pray for this parish of the Good Shepherd

For Jordan, our rector; Stacey, our Deacon; Lee, Gary, and Ifuero, our Honorary Assistants; for Anthony and Helen, our lay evangelists; for Ruby and Stefan, our lay readers; for Talesa, our Music Director; Natalie our Youth and Family Ministries coordinator; and for Michelle, our Parish Administrator.
For our Wardens, our Vestry, our roster of Volunteers, and the Prayer Ministry Team.

For all those living in places of unrest:

Particularly the Diocese of Buyé in Burundi, Iran, the USA, the UAE, Qatar, Turkey, Lebanon, Syria, Ukraine, Sudan, Congo, Nigeria, and the Holy Land.
For those protesting for racial justice, civil and human rights, and all people experiencing violence throughout the world. May the Lord comfort all those affected and may we, as a people, band together in our faith.
We pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

For all those impacted by natural disasters:

For people impacted by extreme weather throughout the world. May the Lord shelter all of those in need, keep our rescue workers safe, and guide our hands and minds as we work to offer aid and prayers.

For all whose lives have enriched our own, especially Mark, even though they have died and for those who mourn.

We thank you Lord for all the blessings of this life, for listening to our prayers and petitions, and for always doing what is right for us in your eyes. We thank you for Your blessing on our needs and all whose lives are closely linked with ours: we ask that our Heavenly Father grant that we may bring others to know Jesus, our Lord and Christ, and love one another as He loves us, through the power of the Holy Spirit.

AMEN

Prayer List - If you know someone who should be prayed for publicly, please send their name to us at parishadmin@goodshepanglican.org. The list will be refreshed on a regular basis. If you know someone whose prayer request is more private, or who is unknown to the congregation, please ask the Prayer Chain to pray for them by contacting Kathy Lake at kalake@telus.net.

Forward Day by Day - Most of you may know already that our books arrived! Pick up a copy at the back of the Nave for a $2 donation that supports our ability to continue ordering printed copies. You may view the daily devotion online for free here: https://prayer.forwardmovement.org/fdd

Phone & Tablet Use During Worship - Please remember to put cell phones and tablets on silent or vibrate during worship services. Be mindful when using phones and tablets during services, we know thay can be a helpful tool for folks of all ages and in some cases have become a necessary part of health monitoring and accessibility. They are also difficult to step away from and can distract others, as well as ourselves. To the extent that is possible, we invite worshippers to put devices away and step into God's presence during worship. Allow yourself the space to be fully present with Our Lord and with your siblings in Christ for this one hour each week. In an emergency, please step into the narthex to take a call or otherwise manage the noise of your device. Thank you for your dedication to worship and your kindness to your fellow worshippers.

Parking Reminder - As our Sunday attendance grows, our parking lot is filling up! While this is good news, it comes with some challenges. Can you please ensure that you are parked inside the lines so that we maximize our space? If you can walk a bit further, can you park at the Sobey's lot to leave space for those who need a shorter journey? Can you leave the visitor parking at the front for visitors who are new to the church? If the parking lot is full, can you be mindful of your driving and not try to force your way into a space too small for you? Think of how you would feel, your first Sunday trying a new church, and someone crashes into your car because they were trying to squeeze into a space too small for them. As we welcome new members, let's make sure our welcome includes making space for parking. Thank you so much for supporting our welcoming culture.

Memorial Bricks - Anyone wishing to purchase a Memorial Brick in the Chapel at Good Shepherd, please speak to Harold or Kathy Lake. A Memorial Brick costs $75.00, and is a lovely and lasting way to honour the memory of your loved ones.

Little Free Pantry - Any donations you bring for the pantry can be placed directly into the pantry, if it is full we have a box in the narthex that items can be placed for restocking. As a reminder, please keep donations to shelf stable pantry items, and keep in mind how packaging or food might be impacted by hot or cold weather. We are in particular need of water and to-go or single serving foods and snacks that can be enjoyed without any cooking needed.

Support Groups that meet at Good Shepherd:

If these are supports that you find helpful, thank you for doing what you need to take care of yourself.

AA and Al-Anon Meetings - Are being held at Good Shepherd every Friday at 8:00 PM. For information about meeting alternatives please visit edmontonaa.org.
NA Meetings - Are being held at Good Shepherd; a men's group meets every Saturday at 10:00 AM. For information about meeting alternatives please visit www.eana.ca.

Curious about other news in the diocese?
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We give thanks for your continued financial support, which allows us to continue serving the people God loves. If you're wondering how you can currently tithe, there are four possibilities.
First, you can mail a cheque to the church.

Second, you can EMT (email money transfer) to treasurer@goodshepanglican.org. Please include your full name and address with the transfer so we can make sure that tax receipts are sent out properly.
Third, you can donate via the "Give" button in the header or footer of our website, www.goodshepanglican.org
Fourth, you can set up Pre-authorized Giving (PAG), and have your donation sent directly from your bank account each month. Forms can be found on the diocesan website.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email Michelle at parishadmin@goodshepanglican.org or Renita at treasurer@goodshepanglican.org

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