Weekly Announcements 05/31
Welcome Our New Facility Manager – Mike Maske: Good Shepherd is excited to welcome Mike Maske as our new Facility Manager! Mike recently began his role and is already getting familiar with our campus,
systems, and day-to-day operations. Mike brings a strong hands-on skill set and a proactive approach to facility care. He has experience handling a wide range of repair and maintenance tasks and does a great job identifying potential issues early—helping us stay ahead of problems before they grow. In addition, Mike is committed to keeping clear maintenance records and helping plan for both short- and long-term facility needs. In this role, Mike will be responsible for helping maintain and care for all areas of our campus, ensuring
that our property remains a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for our congregation, school, and community. If you see Mike around the campus, please take a moment to introduce yourself and welcome him to the Good Shepherd staff! We are thankful to have him on board and look forward to the impact he will make in this important role.
LWML- All Ladies are welcome to join us on Saturday June 6th at 9am in the School Tracks area (still park at lower level parking lot). Program: Presentation by Mr. Chad Fixfrom LHM- Lutheran Hour Ministry. Any questions please contact Pam Hoffman 618-409-3163. We hope to see you all there.
Ingathering: collection for VBS
1 Box of Sidewalk chalk
12 Beach balls
6 Long Handle Kitchen Tongs
12 Pool noodles
12 Water Squirters (not water guns)
Youth Yard Sale is Coming!!! It's time for Spring Cleaning! The Youth Group is having their annual yard sale! It's time to clean out your closet and home to donate! We are collecting these items starting Sunday May 31st in the fellowship hall till 1:30 p.m. Household items, furniture, tools, toys, kitchen items, books. No TVs or computers. We will be collecting soft goods from May 31st - June 3rd. Please put clothing, towels, bedding, shoes, belts into kitchen bags labeled “SG”. We will not accept these bags after Wednesday, June 3rd. Last, be sure to stop by and find some treasures from our sale June 5th and 6th! Questions - call or text Carrie at 314-221-9722.
Join us for a VBS workday on Thursday, June 11th from 2:00-4:00 PM or 6:00-8:00 PM. We will organize
crafts, make copies, and prep decor.
Group Run - Good Shepherd families join us for a weekly group run Tuesday evenings 6:30-7:15 pm at Drost Park this summer beginning June 2nd! This isn’t just for our Cross Country athletes. Running over the summer is great for any fall sport and any member of the family. Walkers welcome! We will meet at the north parking lot near the bathrooms and playground. Contact Pastor Gray (agray@gslcs.org) or Rachel Forden (rachelforden21@gmail.com) with any questions. We hope to see you there!
CPR/AED certification: Tuesday June 9th, 1-4pm OR 6-9pm at Good Shepherd Fellowship Hall. Cost:$10. Pre-registration is required. Email Jeanne Burke at jeannerose3456@gmail.com to reserve your
spot or ask questions. Bleeding control will also be covered. Class size limited to 24 each session.
VBS 2026: Register students three years old and potty trained through those students entering sixth grade today for an island adventure on Tropical Trek at this year's Vacation Bible School! Join us June 22 - June
26 for a week of fun, faith, and discovery as we learn how Jesus came to seek and save the lost. Registration is limited, so be sure to register your students early! To register your student or to volunteer for VBS 2026, please use this link: myvbs.org/vbs-2026-7534
VBS Volunteers Needed: In order for VBS to be successful, we need at least 5 more adult volunteers. Without a commitment from adult volunteers, student registration will be limited. There are endless ways to serve, so whether you feel called to teach, lead a group of students, help with snacks, decorate, or something else, please scan the QR code to register today to serve at VBS 2026. Please see Jennifer Buchanan or Rachel Forden with any questions.
From Chef Lisa Morris: To My Co-Workers and the Families of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church School, during one of the most difficult times in my life, your love, kindness, prayers, support, and generous
donations have meant more to me than words can truly express. Thank you for the overwhelming outpouring of compassion you have shown me and my family. Your encouragement has brought comfort, strength, and peace during a time when it was needed most. I am beyond grateful and deeply touched by the care and
generosity from each of you. Please know that your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. I truly appreciate every call, message, prayer, act of kindness, and contribution.
Sunday School – We are needing new teachers for Grades 5th & 6th for Sunday School. Please contact the church office if you are interested in helping.
Youth Yard Sale is Coming!!! It's time for Spring Cleaning! The Youth Group is having their annual yard sale! It's time to clean out your closet and home to donate! We are collecting these items starting Sunday May 31st in the fellowship hall till 1:30 p.m. Household items, furniture, tools, toys, kitchen items, books. No TVs or computers. We will be collecting soft goods from May 31st - June 3rd. Please put clothing, towels, bedding, shoes, belts into kitchen bags labeled “SG”. We will not accept these bags after Wednesday, June 3rd. Last, be sure to stop by and find some treasures from our sale June 5th and 6th! Questions - call or text Carrie at 314-221-9722.
Teacher Openings: Good Shepherd is seeking a dedicated Christian educator to join our teaching team for the 2026–2027 school year. We are currently seeking a teacher for our Preschool Young 3’s. This is a part-time position. We seek teachers who model their faith daily, demonstrate leadership, and share a love for children and teaching. For more information or to recommend a candidate, please contact Mr. Robert Mayhew at 618-344-3153 or gsls1@hotmail.com.
Thanks to those who serve this week:
Usher Team: (5:30) D. Ulkus
(8:00) C. Engeling
(10:30) M. Schneider
Altar Guild: (5:30) Jeff & Jeannine Moeller
(8:00) Jeff & Michelle Fiudo
(10:30) Tamara Tucker-Lindsey & Mandy Kitzmiller
Greeters: (8:00) Jeanne Lomax
(10:30) Debra Downing
Flowers –Given by Bob & Beverly Jones in Memory of Beverly’s parents, Bud & Dottie Drummond. Given by the Board of Congregational Life in Memory of Donna Kober, our dear colleague and friend.
Attendance last weekend was 420. The offering was: General Fund $24,773, Specials $541, Total $25,314.
Prayers
Joanne Kraner, grandmother of Lindsey Schelp, health issues
Liam, great nephew of Mary Kruta, hospitalized for possible liver complications
Kathy Rosen, health issues
Thomas Noe, friend of Paige Beyer, terrible car accident, in hospital with surgeries to come
Ron Hartman, on his ongoing cancer treatments
For Reuben Woolery, nephew of Rachel Forden & Karen Witschie, undergoing chemo therapy