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Dear People of Good Shepherd,

Change is in the air, and red Georgia

clay is everywhere! We are finally

seeing major changes to our property in

preparation for our new facilities.

Please continue to be patient with the

inconveniences of construction. It has

amazed me that in the midst of our

enormous mess, attendance on Sunday

morning and attendance in Sunday

School and youth have both been up.

Crammed into small spaces and often

feeling like a one-room school house,

you are not only still active in your faith

life here at Good Shepherd, but you are

also inviting your friends! We have new

member classes coming up again in

October because of all the new visitors

we've had over the last several weeks.

So, job well done!!!

As we get into October, we will continue

our sermon series called "LifeDates".

The whole idea of this sermon series

came to me on a day that I was feeling

overwhelmingly scattered, pulled in a

million different directions, and

uncertain of my place and purpose in

this world. Writing down the dates of

the most important events in my life

helped me to see again who I am and

who God has made, redeemed, and

sanctified me to be. As you think about

the dates for your birth, your baptism,

when you started your job or volunteer

position, important family milestones,

when you joined a local congregation,

and the most important day of your life,

it's my prayer that those dates will

speak meaning, clarity, and purpose into

your life. The most important thing I

want every hearer to understand is

specifically what God was doing on

those days. God has been and will

continue to be intimately involved in

the everyday details of your life!

Starting October 28th and taking us

through much of November, I'll be

preaching a series called "Let's Talk."

One of the questions which I am

regularly asked is how to talk to

someone else about the Lutheran

church or the Christian faith in general.

This series will present some of the

distinctives of the Christian faith and

the Lutheran church in a way that will

help you talk about your faith with

other people at work. As your pastor, I

am called by Christ to equip you for

every good work which the Holy Spirit

calls you to, and one of those main

things is speaking about your faith with

someone else. That is plain and simple

what witnessing is all about. So, in the

weeks leading up to October 28th, let

me know if there is something specific

you want to learn how to talk about.

Blessings on our life together as a

congregation as we continue to join

together around Christ's life-giving

Word!

Pastor Ben

Message from Pastor Ben:

The Good Shepherd’s Voice “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” John 10:27

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Staff:

Pastor: Ben Haupt

DCE Intern: Wynn Derong

Director of Music & Organist:

Priscilla Jefcoat

Assistant Director of Music - Youth:

Celina Haupt

Church Secretary: Margie Smith

Church Council:

President: Jack Enkemann

Vice President: Steve Nimmo

Secretary: Cheryl West

Treasurer: Brad Zimmerman

Financial Secretary: Sally Fuge

Church Boards & Committees:

Altar Guild: Sherry Anderson and

Dottie Warren

Christian Education:

Suzy Eberle*

Board of Elders:

Sherry Anderson

Jim FitzGerald

Mike Gaddy

Brad Jovaag

Bob King

Scott Pitsch

Steve Rehnberg*

Jim Walker

Chris Worl

Evangelism: Jim Wetherton*

Greeters: Nancy Ponder

LWML: Margie Smith

Parish Fellowship:

Judy Brookshire*

Public Relations: Lisa Wetherton*

Social Ministries:

Betty Dyarmett*

Stewardship: Doug Fuge*

Head Trustee: Doug Haupt*

Head Usher: John Taylor

Youth Ministry: Susan Barkley*

Thrivent Financial

For Lutherans: Kathy Zschoche

*Church Council Members

OCTOBER 2012

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 600 South Enota Drive Gainesville, GA 30501

770-532-2428

www.goodshepherd.info

OCTOBER 2012

Small Group Ministry Janet FitzGerald

Jesus Christ invited

children to come to him,

and at Good Shepherd

Lutheran Church so do

we. Our Sunday school

program is a great way to

help our children and

youth grow in their faith

through scripture, hands-

on act iv it ies, and

discussions. We meet

Sunday mornings from

9:45-10:30 am. Our

program is divided into three age groups:

3 years-3rd grade Family Sunday School

Kids ages 3 to 3rd grade meet in our

sanctuary with their parents. Yes, that is

right- parents are joining in the fun. We

begin our time together with live music. Next

we have a creative presentation of the Bible

event using puppets, visitors from the Bible,

and games. Finally, students break up into

their families for discussions. Parents talk

with their children about the lesson learned

and how it applies to their daily lives. Then

parents even get a discussion sheet to take

Sunday School Celina Haupt

home so they can continue

these faith conversations all

week long. It is a great

opportunity for parents and

children to grow in their

faith.

4th-5th grade with 8th

grade role models This

class uses the same Bible

story as the younger

children, but they get a

chance to dig a little

deeper. They get an

opportunity to discuss how the Bible lesson

applies to specific situations in their own

lives. Our 8th graders share their own faith

stories with the students.

6th-7th grade confirmation with high school

role models This class learns more about

growing in their faith by discovering the

Lutheran catechism.

If you haven't joined us on Sunday morning,

it is not too late! We'd love to see you

there.

Eleven small groups have now begun

meeting for the fall semester, comprised of

96 members of the congregation. The

website has been updated with information

about these new groups, so be sure to check

it out at www.goodshepherd.info.

Many Bible verses provide guidance to small

groups and are helpful to consider as we

continue to meet and strive to make our

time together as beneficial as possible.

Take some time to contemplate how these

verses may apply to your group:

Hebrews 10:24-25

And let us consider how to stir up one

another to love and good works, not

neglecting to meet together, as is the habit

of some, but encouraging one another, and

all the more as you see the Day drawing

near.

Matthew 18:20

For where two or three are gathered in my

name, there am I among them.

1 Thessalonians 5:11

Therefore encourage one another and build

one another up, just as you are doing.

Acts 2:42

And they devoted themselves to the

apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the

breaking of bread and the prayers.

Proverbs 27:17

Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens

another.

Acts 5:42

And every day, in the temple and from house

to house, they did not cease teaching and

preaching Jesus as the Christ.

May God continue to bless our time spent

together at Good Shepherd and in our small

groups!

"Faith, like light,

should always be

simple and unbending;

while love, like

warmth, should beam

forth on every side

and bend to every

necessity of our

brethren."

- Martin Luther

http://www.goodshepherd.info

This is just a reminder that

there is still time to

register for the Good News

for Gainesville annual

bicycle ride on Saturday,

October 6. This bike ride

supports Good News at

Noon, Good News Medical

Clinics, and Action

Ministries. We are a

sponsor and will have our

logo on the official T-shirt.

The ride begins at

Social Ministry Betty Dyarmett

OCTOBER 2012

Parish Fellowship Judy Brookshire

S U N D A Y

M O R N I N G

FELLOWSHIP

Starting in

October, we

will be looking

for volunteers

to host the

Sunday morning

fellowship hours again. Hosts will provide

cookies (home made or "store bought) or

other treats and a gallon of cold drinks

(juice, Kool-Aid, milk, etc.) for the fellowship

time between services. Please be set up

before 9:30. We ask that any treats you

bring can be served on a napkin - no

plates or utensils required. We also ask

that leftovers be taken home because

there is no place to store them. You do

not need to make the coffee. There are

limited serving plates (2), so you may wish

to bring your own. Just set out your

goodies and pour small cups of cold

drinks. That's all there is to it. Cups an

napkins are provided. Sign-up sheets are

on the bulletin board in the narthex. If you

have any questions, please contact Judy

Brookshire. Thank you for your help.

Riverbend Baptist Church

at 9:00 am. Choose

either a 25 mile, 40 mile

or 60 mile course. The

cost is $40. Entry forms

are located on the

bulletin board in the

Narthex.

Our “Other Missions” this

month is to Hall County

Youth Leadership

LIBRARY/ARCHIVES

When the renovations

are completed, the

library will be set up

again for checking out

books. I will hopefully

have some of our church

history archived also.

Please note that both of

these can use extra

funding! If you would

like to make a gift of

money for either of

these, make checks out

to Good Shepherd and

earmark library or

church archiving. Thank

you and hope to see you

when we resume!

Reformation

We recall the Reformation on October 31.

On that day in 1517, Martin Luther posted

his 95 Theses on a church door in

Wittenberg, Germany.

Ultimately, the following five statements

of belief became central to Protestant

Christians.

1. Scripture alone is the final authority of

Christian doctrine.

2. Christ alone is Lord and Savior.

3. God’s freely given grace is central to

salvation.

4. Sinners are justified by faith in Christ

alone.

5. God alone is worthy of all the glory.

OCTOBER 2012

Don’t forget to register for the women’s

retreat to be held November 2-4.

R e g i s t r a t i o n

fo rms w i th

payment must

be submitted by

October 14 to

reserve your

space. This

year’s retreat

will be held in

Gatlinburg, TN. We will be staying at a

luxurious 8 bedroom 8 bathroom lodge with

an amazing view of the Smoky

Mountains. The cost for the weekend will be

$100. The weekend will be filled with Bible

study, relaxation, and

fellowship. You won't

w a n t t o m i s s

this!! Registration

forms are on the

bulletin board in the

narthex. If you have

questions, contact

Celina Haupt.

On Saturday, October

13, we will carpool to

Trinity in Athens for our

zone rally. The theme

is “Women Like Us, ” a

study of women in the

Old Testament. It will include the apron

fashion show that we used at our last

LWML Tea, so if you missed it then, you

will want to be sure to attend this rally!

The next day, Sunday, October 14, we will

celebrate the work of the LWML at both

services. Look for women in purple and

gold serving in various capacities during

the service. There will also be information

in the form of bulletin

inserts and a display.

Find out why so many

Synodical presidents

have called the LWML

one of the greatest

mission arms of the

LCMS.

Margie Smith

Mark your calendars and grab some popcorn! On Sunday, September 30, the Fox Business Channel will air The Intersection of Church & State as paid programming. Viewing time will be 5 p.m. Eastern.

The Intersection of Church & State, a production of Lutheran Hour Ministries, spends a profitable hour exploring the give-and-take relationship shared by church and state in this country. Expert commentary from clergy and government officials, lawyers, educators and social service providers offer insights and depth to the historical background and ongoing fruition of this vital liaison. Viewers are reminded that though the church-state connection can be contentious at times, enormous good is accomplished when the two work together, addressing human concerns in a collaborative manner.

Program host for this election year program is the Rev. Gregory Seltz, the Speaker of The Lutheran Hour.

For more information and to find the Fox Business Channel in your area, go to www.intersectionofchurchandstate.com.

In the midst of your

busy-ness, the Cross is

still there. In the

midst of your

emptiness, the Cross is

still there.

The promises of Jesus

still stand today. You

can claim peace in the

midst of a hectic life --

not without sacrifice or

concentration, but you

can do it.

-- Max Lucado

http://www.intersectionofchurchandstate.com

OCTOBER 2012

DCE Intern/Youth Report Wynn Derong

E-Team Jim Wetherton

Men’s Fraternity will be meeting

Wednesdays at 6:30 am for one hour. We

have had an excellent start on this study

with great leadership by Scott Pitsch. There

is room for more men if YOU want to

participate in study and discussion about

Christian manhood in today’s world. We’re

discussing the challenge of living in today’s

world with the foundation

we were given by our

families when growing up.

We are considering a time

change that might make it

easier for YOU to come.

Talk to Scott or to Jim

Wetherton about the

program.

Third service plans: Just a

reminder that we will

introduce a third service at

GSLC starting March 3, 2012. Much

planning is taking place. Specific times for

services and Sunday School are being

discussed. If you have input, ideas or

questions please see Jim Wetherton or

Suzy Eberle. Think and pray about the

unique blessings we can bring to the

unchurched of our community.

Greeters! Many thanks to

Joe and Nancy Ponder for

coordinating our greeter

program. This is our only

chance to make a FIRST

IMPRESSION and folks

are doing a great job.

Thanks to the many who

are in this ministry. Get in

touch with Joe and Nancy

if you want to be a part of

this vital ministry.

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS! This

is the building that will include

the new youth suite! Things

are looking super different

around here and for those who

have been here longer than I

have, this must be an

awkward but exciting time. It

is never easy seeing

something so beloved being

changed to this extent. The

future is so bright though, and

all the hard work that people

have been putting in for years

and years is wonderful to see.

The youth will be doing some fun activities

in the coming months which will include

trips to the Corn maze, the Jr High Youth

Gathering, lock-ins, fundraisers and so on.

We are working on a calendar for the

parents and youth!

With this construction I

have been very pleased

with the patience,

c o m m i t m e n t , a n d

investment from all of

the students. I am so

P R O U D ! S u n d a y

mornings are very

different from what has

been done in the past

but I think for a long

term sustained growing

youth group, it has been

he lp fu l and ve ry

b e n e f i c i a l . T h e

completion of the old fellowship hall will

offer new opportunities for the youth. Its

completion is set for later this year. God is

doing so many miraculous things here. And

remember pray for the youth here!!!

Kathy Zschoche

Have you checked out our

Facebook and website

lately? Our web address is

www.goodshepherd.info.

There you will see the

latest news, events,

pictures – and even Pastor

Ben’s sermons. If you

have an event or

something that you would

like posted on Facebook or

our web page, please send

to Lisa Wetherton.

Thanks from Thrivent Chapter 31279 to the many GSLC youth and parents

(Barkleys, Berliners, Dentons, and Mershon families) who attended the special

seminar PARENTS, TEENS AND MONEY MATTERS WORKSHOP held at Christ

Lutheran Church in Oakwood on August 25. We appreciate your participation.

http://www.goodshepherd.info

OCTOBER 2012

When contacting the

church office, please use

the

[email protected]

address. The old email

address is no longer

available . To send a

message to pastor, use

[email protected]

The mission team of Betty

Dyarmett, Janet Fitzgerald,

Chris Worl and Pam Jovaag will

be traveling to Amatitlan,

Guatemala October 19 –

October 28. The team will be

staying at the Holy Cross Clinic

in Amatitlan which is an

outreach ministry of Castillo Fuerte

Lutheran Church in Guatemala City. The

team will assist with the operation of the

clinic which serves the local people of

Amatitlan as well as introduce a puppet

ministry to the local children. We, along

with Lili Smith, have been busy studying

scripture, writing scripts, making puppets,

creating props, organizing activities and

crafts for each Bible story

Below you will note the effect our building project has on the current months P&L, as well as

the year-to-date P&L, along with receipts and expenditures from the same period of time for

last year. Aug Actual Aug-11 $ Change % Change

Capital/Building Receipts $ 21,513.90 $ 60,812.40 $ (39,298.50) -64.6%

Capital/Building Expenses $ 42,862.52 $ 192.81 $ 42,669.71 22130.4%

Capital Receipts less Expenses $ (21,348.62) $ 60,619.59 $ (81,968.21) -135.2%

YTD Actual 2011 YTD $ Change % Change

Capital/Building Receipts $ 128,632.20 $261,968.21 $(133,336.01) 50.9%

Capital/Building Expenses $ 91,452.48 $ 34,547.61 $ 56,904.87 164.7%

Capital Receipts less Expenses $ 37,179.72 $227,420.60 $(190,240.88) -83.7%

script, and planning games for the

children.

One activity we need your help with

is collecting old Christmas cards

that feature the Nativity story or

persons from the story; i.e., angels,

baby Jesus, Joseph and Mary, the

shepherds, sheep and wise men. If you

have any saved cards that you do not want

any longer, please see a member of our

team.

Thank you and we ask for your prayers

during our trip that we may effectively tell

the people we meet about Jesus and His

love for them.

Guatemala Mission Trip Pam Jovaag

An updated member

directory with changes

and new members as of

September 2012 is

available in the

narthex. Pick up your

copy on Sunday.

Capital Campaign Finance Report Brad Zimmerman

Listen to the Lutheran Hour Sundays on the

following stations: WSPB - 750 AM at 6:30 am KAWZ - 88.7 FM at 10:00 am WGUN -1010 AM at 7:30 am

Financial Report Brad Zimmerman

OCTOBER 2012

*Net Ordinary Income is offering plate general receipts less operating expenses.

*Net Income is Net Ordinary Income plus Designated Fund Receipts (building fund, flowers,

memorials, etc.) less expenses associated with these revenues.

August Receipts

Deadline for the

NOVEMBER

Newsletter:

October 22

Actual income for August decreased $4,967 or -21.1% to budget. Total offerings were down

$4,967 or -21.1% to budget, and up $100 or 0.5% to last year.

Aug Actual Aug Budget $ Change % Change

Income $ 18,518.80 $ 23,485.41 $ (4,966.61) -21.1%

Expense $ 22,222.98 $ 25,071.52 $ (2,848.54) -11.4%

Net Ordinary Income $ (3,704.18) $ (1,586.11) $ (2,118.07) -133.5%

Net Income * $ (25,163.70) $ (1,586.11) $ (23,577.59) -1486.5%

Aug Actual Aug-2011 $ Change % Change

Income $ 18,518.80 $ 18,419.07 $ 99.73 0.5%

Expense $ 22,222.98 $ 19,500.68 $ 2,722.30 14.0%

Net Ordinary Income $ (3,704.18) $ (1,081.61) $ (2,622.57) -242.5%

Net Income * $ (25,163.70) $ 60,438.21 $ (85,601.91) -141.6%

YTD Actual YTD Budget $ Change % Change

Income $ 163,711.35 $ 187,883.36 $ (24,172.01) -12.9%

Expense $ 165,370.20 $ 181,139.92 $ (15,769.72) -8.7%

Net Ordinary Income $ (1,658.85) $ 6,743.44 $ (8,402.29) -124.6%

Net Income * $ 43,538.39 $ 6,743.44 $ 36,794.95 545.6%

YTD Actual 2011 YTD $ Change % Change

Income $ 163,711.35 $ 168,071.70 $ (4,360.35) -2.6%

Expense $ 165,370.20 $ 158,173.19 $ 7,197.01 4.6%

Net Ordinary Income $ (1,658.85) $ 9,898.51 $ (11,557.36) -116.8%

Net Income * $ 43,538.39 $ 245,880.38 $ (202,341.99) -82.3%

Below is a breakdown of the receipts for the month of August compared to budget and last

year. Total receipts were $40,729 for August, with $21,514 coming from Capital Campaign

pledges.

Actual Budget $ Change

Total Offerings $ 18,518.80 $ 23,485.41 $ (4,966.61)

Total Preschool Income $ - $ - $ -

Capital Campaign/Bldg Fund $ 21,513.90 $ - $ 21,513.90

Thrivent Choice Receipts $ 44.00 $ - $ 44.00

Other Designated Fund Income $ 652.54 $ - $ 652.54

Total Receipts for August $ 40,729.24 $ 23,485.41 $ 17,243.83

Aug-12 Aug-11 $ Change

Total Offerings $ 18,518.80 $ 18,419.07 $ 99.73

Total Preschool Income $ - $ - $ -

Capital Campaign/Bldg Fund $ 21,513.90 $ 60,812.40 $ (39,298.50)

Thrivent Choice Receipts $ 44.00 $ 662.00 $ (618.00)

Other Designated Fund Income $ 652.54 $ 505.73 $ 146.81

Total Receipts for August $ 40,729.24 $ 80,399.20 $ (39,669.96)

Various committees

are writing the church

budget for the coming

year. They're placing

their trust in God and

believing in our

members and friends

to support the

church's ministry. Let

us all show our

faithfulness with good

stewardship through

our time, talents and

treasures.

MEMBERS: SHERRY ANDERSON

JO ANN BARKLEY

CHARLES BRADSHAW

JUDY BROOKSHIRE

LARRY CALLAHAN

GINNY CLAUSEN

GLORIA DICKEY

WALTER EDWARDS

NANCY FLACH

NORMA HERST

PRISCILLA JEFCOAT

BEV LIVINGSTON

VANCE LIVINGSTON

KENDAL MILLER

DON MUELLER

BERK PEET

JASON RIMEIK

JOHN SEVERINO

BEV SNYDER

TERRY SNYDER

MARIE THAYER

CLAYTON THIESSEN

CHLOE WEISENSEL

JOSH WEISENSEL

SAM WOLFORD

ABBY ZIRBEL

OCTOBER 2012

FRIENDS AND FAMILY: COLEMAN COLLINS - Deby Gaddy’s father

JAY LOVE - son of Susan Barkley’s cousin

JIM FATH - Dan Purdy’s cousin

WAYNE DEAN - Kathy Conway’s friend

BERT McBRIDE - Ralph Berliner’s friend

JOEY DUNAHOO (Robin Aikens’ brother)

RON MOCK (Brandi Bradshaw’s uncle)

ALICE KNEEN (Wolford’s in-law)

DONNA MERSHON (Todd’s mother)

DAN PARKINSON (Sandra’s son)

GERRY FITZPATRICK (Lanier’s mother)

CAROL DRAKE (Purdy’s friend)

MONA COY (Brittany Canavan’s grandma)

ERIC SAXTON (Robin Aikens’ friend)

ROBIN WALKER (Sherry Anderson’s friend)

GREG PHILLIPS (Aikens’ brother-in-law)

DIANE SEITZ (Janie Owen’s cousin)

LINDA KNEEN (Wolfords’ relative)

LAUREN BELL (Stones’ daughter-in-law’s nephew)

PAM HARRIS (Bobbie Denton’s friend)

GREGORY HECHT (Zschoche’s grandson)

BETSY ASH (Jackie Peet’s friend)

ALISON GAINES (Karen Pieschke’s friend)

MICHELLE LUNDAY (Gail McGee’s granddaughter)

MARK IVESTER (Berghel’s friend)

JOHN TONTALA (Faye Vogel’s brother-in-law)

CINDY (wife of Jim Fitzgerald’s co-worker)

CLEO ZICKEFOOSE (Thayers niece)

HANNAH YAGLE (daughter of Sherry Anderson’s

supervisor)

NAOMI ROBISON (Priscilla Jefcoat’s mother)

STACY WACKER (friend of Ponders)

RICHARD BLEVINS (Craig Pieschke’s friend)

JERRY KLUCKMAN (Marilyn’s brother-in-law)

DORIS SMITH (Sandy Parkinson’s friend)

MICHAEL MURPHY (Bruns’ grandson)

MARGARET CARSON (wife of Pastor Mark Carson)

MARY BARKLEY

MARY ELLEN LAFLECHE (Faye Vogel’s friend)

BECKY HUTCHESON (Ken Anderson’s cousin)

HAZEL WEHUNT & BETTY JEAN CORN (Deby Gaddy's

aunts)

JUNE WILLIAMS (Mike & Deby Gaddy’s daughter-in-

law’s grandmother)

FAYE HMPHRIES (Deby Gaddy’s sister)

BETTY COLT (Diane Engel’s mother)

TAMMY YAGLE (Sherry Anderson’s co-worker)

10/1 ANDREW HARWOOD

10/1 SADIE LEEK

10/2 ELLEN CRAVEN

10/3 JIM WALKER

10/5 SHAUN ANDERSON-

10/5 GARRETT MCCARTHY

10/7 THOMAS GADDY Jr.

10/7 TYLER PIESCHKE

10/7 JOHN TAYLOR Jr.

10/8 NOAH HAUPT

10/10 KEN ANDERSON

10/14 VANCE LIVINGSTON

10/14 CHLOE WEISENSEL

10/15 WENDELL WILLSEA

10/17 ALYSSA JOYCE

10/18 EMILY GADDY

10/22 STEVE NIMMO

10/23 KATHY BROMAN

10/31 BRE BAUMAN

10/31 DANNY TYMCHUK

10/3/1954 WALTER & DAISY EDWARDS (58)

10/14/1983 STEVE & CINDY NIMMO (29)

10/21/2000 J.D. & RENAE CRILL (12)

10/21/1978 CARL & DIANE ENGEL (34)

10/21/2006 MATT & KATIE LINDER (6)

10/21/2005 JIM & LISA WETHERTON (7)

10/29/1977 SAM & NANCY WOLFORD (35)

10/31/2010 SHAUN & SHAWNMARIE ANDERSON-BUDDE (2)

October is Clergy Appreciation Month!

Music to a Pastor’s Ears: 1. We were just getting ready to leave for church when company came — so we brought them with us. 2. I know it looks impossible, but with God’s help we can do it. 3. Of course I’ll accept that responsibility. It will be a privilege. 4. I’m willing to help in any way I can. 5. God was really speaking to me through you during today’s service. 6. I’ll be glad to help you with visitations.

Please check to see when you are scheduled to serve and put it on your personal calendar

OCTOBER 2012

DATE FLOWERS

Oct 7 Lili Smith (1) Sherry Anderson (1)

Oct 14 Don & Margie Smith (2)

Oct 21

Oct 28 Al & Toni Ramm (1)

DATE SERVICE ELDER/LAY

READER ACOLYTE SOUND USHERS ALTAR GREETERS

Oct 7 8:30 AM Bob King Mitchell

Austin

Dan Purdy & George Worton

Karen Harwood

Bob & Dianna Jones

10:45 AM Mike Gaddy Haylee Craig Pieschke & Brad Zimmerman

Sandy Parkinson

Joe & Nancy Ponder

Oct 14 8:30 AM Chris Worl Elizabeth

Linda Rose

Lynn Lindberg & Cheryl West

Robin Aikens

Dianna Jones &Cindy Nimmo

10:45 AM Sherry Anderson EmmaLyn Lynn Lindberg & Judy Brookshire

Nancy Flach & Bobbie Denton

Oct 21 8:30 AM Brad Jovaag Sam

Libby

Terry & Beverly Snyder Karen Walker

Ken & Bonnie Jackson

10:45 AM Scott Pitsch Andrew Meyers

Thomas Gaddy Jr & Mike Gaddy

Sandy Parkinson

Craig & Karen Pieschke

Oct 28 8:30 AM Steve Rehnberg Tyler

Alex

Ken Anderson & Ken Jackson

Robin Aikens

Bobby & Robin Aikens

10:45 AM Jim FitzGerald Josh Jerry & Leisha Rogers Karen Harwood

Doug & Luanne Haupt

When Jesus wanted to feed the crowds of 5,000 and then

4,000 people, his disciples instantly offered excuses. It would

be too expensive. We won’t be able to get enough food. This is a

remote place. Plus, it’s too late.

But Jesus didn’t address any

of those excuses. All he

asked, in both instances, was

“How many loaves do you

have?” Then he miraculously

satisfied everyone’s hunger,

with leftovers to boot.

Jesus doesn’t want our

excuses, either. All he wants

is us — and what we already have. Watch in amazement as God

blesses that and uses it mightily.

—Gregg McCaslin

OCTOBER 2012

News from the Flock

It was good to see Josh Weisensel in

church recently while he was home on

leave. Now he is back in Afghanistan

serving our country. Let's continue to

keep him in our thoughts and

prayers. How about sending him a

card or note so he will be assured we

at Good Shepherd are holding him

close in our hearts and are grateful for

his service. (Postage is the regular US

domestic rate). His address:

Nancy Thiessen was honored with a surprise retirement tea at the home of Mary Lou Berghel. Fellow nurses, Lili Smith and Luanne Haupt hosted the tea.

GETTING TO KNOW YOU – JIM AND LISA WETHERTON

Although having grown-up on other versions of the Holy Bible, Jim and

Lisa today “like the everyday language” of The Message (1993-2002)

by Eugene H. Peterson.

James Drane Wetherton, the third child of Bill Wetherton and his wife,

Itsy nee Eisenbeis, was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on March 29,

1949. His father was the owner of Wetherton Tile and Mantel, and his

mother was the office manager. Jim was baptized on September 11,

1949, by The Rev. Shepphard Mussen at St. Thomas Episcopal Church

in Louisville. His baptismal sponsors were Capt. Sam Jordan, Mrs. Vaughn Anderson, and Mr. and Mrs.

William Wetherton. On January 29, 1961, Jim was presented by The Rev. Shepphard Mussen and

confirmed by Bishop Gresham Marmion. His confirmation sponsors were Sandy and Virginia Wood. His

older sister, Lynne Schulz, a retired teacher, still attends this church. His older brother, Bill Wetherton, Jr., a

Presbyterian, is a mechanical engineer in Louisville. Although his parents are deceased, the family

remains very close, and he has “bunches of nieces and nephews.”

Jim attended Louisville’s Lyndon Elementary School and (Grades 7-12) Westport Middle and High School

(Class of 1967). Sociology was his favorite subject. He was a member of National Honor Society and

president of the Student Council. He played clarinet in the band and earned the Boy Scout God and

Country Award. Although there were only two in his church youth group, he was President of Youth for the

Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky.

He worked full-time while a sociology major at the University of Louisville. Among his employments were

Junior Achievement, University of Louisville Night School, and the YMCA. From 1971–1976 he was

Executive Director of the Kentucky Youth Conference, an organization to encourage young people to be

involved in their communities. Jim declared, “Much was accomplished. The 70’s was a challenging time.

The kids did it. We provided the direction and guidance.” Specializing in sales, he joined Nationwide Fund

Raisers in Louisville in 1976 and was transferred to Atlanta to be its corporate trainer in 1980.

On July 2, 1981, at Apostles Lutheran Church (LCA) in Atlanta, he married Carole Anne Brooks (b. July 14 –

“southern women don’t give the year they were born”). The Rev. Vernon Luckey performed the ceremony.

Together Jim and Carole raised their four children from previous marriages: Keith Beverly, now 45; James

Wetherton, Jr. (Jamie), now 39; Bryan Wetherton, now 35; and Kim Beverly.

In 1983, while still corporate trainer, he moved to Gainesville and lived on Lake Lanier. Carole was

baptized and Jim and Carole were confirmed by The Rev. Rodney Pasch at Good Shepherd Lutheran

Church on June 24, 1984. Carole’s son, Keith Beverly, was also baptized that day. Jim taught the High

School Sunday School class, was Sunday School Superintendent, and, along with his wife, led the youth

group. Pastor Pasch confirmed Jim’s step-son, Keith Beverly, on December 1, 1985, and his son, Jamie

Wetherton, on May 18, 1986.

In 1986 Jim sold advertising and was a manufacturer’s representative for a number of different

companies. He retired in 2000.

Jim served on the 1991 call committee which brought The Rev. William Womer to Good Shepherd

Lutheran Church and served as Pastor Womer’s head elder. Jim and Carole moved to Sautee in 1998. In

2003, Carole and her daughter, Kim, were called to their Heavenly Father while on a hiking trip in Utah.

Their Memorial Service was held at Faith Lutheran Church (ELCA).

On October 21, 2005, Jim and Lisa were married at the church where they met, Faith Lutheran Church on

Highway 115 near Cleveland.

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Mary Elisa Gruber, the daughter of Martin Gruber and his wife, Dorrie Gruber, nee Dechman, was born on

September 14, 1952, in Augusta. Her family is described as “very German and very Lutheran.” Her father,

the recipient of two Purple Hearts, one Bronze Star, and one Silver Star, was an Army medic who served in

Korea and was Director of Weights for Associated Railroad Bureau. Her mother later worked for the

Internal Revenue Service. Lisa is the oldest of five children - four girls and one boy.

On November 9, 1952, Lisa was baptized by Dr. John Brokhoff at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer (LCA)

in Atlanta. Her baptismal sponsors were Doris Averitt, Henry Taylor, and her parents. She was confirmed

on May 14, 1967, by The Rev. Karl Suhr at Saint Matthew Lutheran Church (LCA) in Atlanta. (Saint

Matthew Lutheran Church and Saint Michael Lutheran Church merged in 2004 to form Living Grace

Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Tucker.)

Lisa attended Skyland Elementary School (K-7) and Cross Keys High School (8-12) and graduated in the

Class of 1970. Her favorite subjects were English and History. She was an alto in the Honor Chorale and

participated in the Drama Club and Jr. Civitan. Following graduation, she attended Georgia State

University while working full-time at the National Bank of Georgia. Her work in banks led her to the

insurance industry, where she has been a professional for over thirty years. Lisa joined Thrivent Financial

as a Financial Representative six months ago and says that she LOVES THRIVENT and calls her

employment “one of my gifts from God.” Lisa has two sons: Alan Wilkins, age 29, and Matthew Hellman,

age 21.

Jim, Lisa, and her son, Matthew, became members of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on December 15,

2010. Lisa is chairman of the Public Relations Committee for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and is its

web site manager. She sings soprano in the choir. Jim sings bass in the choir, is the Evangelism

Chairman, and is responsible for the third service. Jim and Lisa have four “rescue dogs”: “Shadow,”

“Zippy,” “Chessie,” and “Goldie.” They will be moving back to Sautee this month.

Jim’s favorite Bible verse is Ephesians 2:8-9 – “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of

yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man shall boast.” (KJV) Jim proudly says, “I grew up

with the King James Version, but today I like the ‘every day language’ of The Message by Eugene

Peterson.” Jim says, “My favorite hymn varies according to the season of my life.” His favorite hymn today

is “Ode to Joy,” (“Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee” - 1907). The text was written by Henry van Dyke (1852 –

1933), American author, Presbyterian clergyman, and professor of English Literature at Princeton

University. The hymn is based on Psalms 71:23 – “My lips shall greatly rejoice when I sing unto

Thee….” (KJV) The author said, “The Berkshires were my inspiration.” The musical setting is the final

movement of the Ninth Symphony (1824) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827).

Lisa’s favorite Bible passage is Galatians 6:10 - “Right now, therefore, every time we get the chance, let us

work for the benefit of all, starting with the people closest to us in the community of faith.” (The Message).

Her favorite hymn is “Beautiful Savior,” based on Psalm 45:2 - “Thou art fairer than the children of men:

grace is poured into Thy lips: therefore God hath blessed Thee forever.” (KJV) The hymn was published in

the “Munsterisch Gesangbuch” Munster, 1677. The author is unknown. The musical setting is

“Schlesische Volkslieder,” Leipzig, 1842.

Jim and Lisa, may the Lord bless your ministry at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and may God’s love

and joy continue to abound in your hearts forever.

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Sermons Around Us William Shakespeare wrote of times when "our

life … finds tongues in trees, books in the running

brooks, sermons in stones and good in

everything."

The month of October can preach breathtaking

sermons. It speaks in the glorious colors of

leaves, the splendor of the abundant harvest, the

grass whitened by the first frost, the honking

birds flying to their winter haven and busy

squirrels gathering

nuts before snow

c o v e r s t he i r

feeding ground.

How wonderful

O c t o b e r ' s

sermons are, and

how they bless us.

Thank you, Lord! 2012

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