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Reverend Julio Pena |
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The Season of Lent is upon Us
Lent begin on Wednesday, March 6 with Ash Wednesday.
I suggest we begin with three days of spiritual cleansing ,Thursday, March 7th through Saturday, March 9th. Here are a few suggestions to start off your Lenten season.
- A daily prayer from 5-30 minutes allowing the Holy Spirit to lead you.
- Read, meditate, reflect on scripture each day. Here are the three suggested scriptures:
- Isaiah 11: 1 – 9
- John 1: 1 – 13
- Ephesians 6:10 - 20
- Fasting is often about becoming closer to God, or refocusing your mind on spirituality.I ask that you fast, giving up something such as technology, social media, or a food related item during this Lenten season.
- A self reflection about your walk with Jesus during this time. Here are a couple of questions to contemplate:
- What is going well?
- What changes will help me grow in my spiritual journey?
Each Sunday during Lent, I will introduce other suggestions and thoughts for us to work to improve our shared and individual spiritual journeys.
Blessings and Peace from your Pastor,
Julio C. Peña
March 6th
Ash Wednesday Service
Service will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Please join us!!!
Saturday, March 23rd
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Friday, March 29th
Feed My Starving Children
555 Exchange Ct.
Aurora, IL 60504
Volunteers hand pack scientifically formulated meals for undernourished children, which are distributed to a network of 80+ partners in 60+ countries each. If you are interested in join the group to volunteer please contact the church office.
We need to be in Aurora by 7:45
Art Class (Basic Drawing)
Art classes are held every other Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the church. Please see Jessica Meyer for more details and to have your name added to the email list. Beginners welcome!
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Sunday School Class
Sundays at 9:00 a.m. March 3rd March 10th March 17th March 24th March 31st We have enjoyed working with the children in our Sunday school this past year and anticipate a growth in this ministry. While the students will be taking a break from classes during the summer months, Pastor Julio and the other Sunday school team members will be planning and training other teachers to work with children ages 3 – 5 years old, grades 1st–5th, 6th–8th and high school students. By the end of August, a class will be held for anyone who has not been able to attend the prior Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Training that was offered. Christian Education Superintendent & Elder, Norma Rodriguez |
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.SPIRIT OF LOVE YOUTH GROUP
Christian Leadership Youth Ministry At Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church 5550 S. Merrimac Ave. Be a part of being a Christian Leader in our community and in the world. Wednesday, March 13th 6:30 p.m- 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 27th 6:30 p.m- 8:30 p.m. However, this doesn’t mean that the youth group won’t be keeping in touch. During the months of July and August they will be getting together for a field trip, fundraiser, community work, movie night, camp, game night and other fun activities. Watch for more information in the upcoming newsletters and listen for announcements during worship services. Youth Director & Deacon, Claudia Fuentes-Peña For more information and sign up, please contact Pastor Julio by email: spiritoflove22@gmail.com or contact the church at 773-585-1094 or visit at worship which is at 10:30 a.m. Sunday morning. |
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Adult Bible Study
Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
March 7th
March 14th
March 21st
March 28th
Bible Study is from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. All are welcome to learn the Word of God together by having lively discussions from the scripture and current lessons from church services.
Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
March 7th
March 14th
March 21st
March 28th
Bible Study is from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. All are welcome to learn the Word of God together by having lively discussions from the scripture and current lessons from church services.
Recent Events
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Confirmation 2018
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Easter
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Midway Community Choir Christmas Concert
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Tree Decorating
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Feeding the Starving Children program
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GSPC youth planting with Rev. Linda
from Grace Seeds
from Grace Seeds
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Thanks Gardeners
We appreciate all donations from your gardens!!! Donations for Grace Seeds Ministry can be brought to the Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church.
Thank you to all of those gardeners out there who have been bringing in all kinds of vegetables from their gardens including: cucumbers, tomatoes, potatoes zucchini, peppers, green beans and more. All vegetables are taken to Saint Blase Pantry in Summit, Illinois.
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Welcome New Members!!!!
Blessing of the Animals
Our blessing of the Animals was a huge success. It was a beautiful day. We had several dogs, one kitten and one turtle. We raised $110.00, which will go to the Anti-Cruelty Society. We would like to thank the Girl Scouts for lugging water, passing out tags and collecting the offering.
Our blessing of the Animals was a huge success. It was a beautiful day. We had several dogs, one kitten and one turtle. We raised $110.00, which will go to the Anti-Cruelty Society. We would like to thank the Girl Scouts for lugging water, passing out tags and collecting the offering.
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Thank you to
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Vacation Bible School
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Church Picnic
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