Advent at Good Shepherd
Welcome to Advent
As we begin the season of Advent, a time of spiritual preparation and anticipation, you're invited to embark on a profound journey.
The Good Shepherd staff and our committees have been intentionally working to help this be a blend of reflection, prayer, and active participation.
November 30
The new church year begins with a wake-up call: Christ is coming soon! Though we vigilantly watch for the promised day of salvation, we wait for what we already have: Christ comes among us this day as the word and meal that strengthens our faith in the promises of God.
Reading: Matthew 24:36-44
December 7
We wait with hope for that day when the wolf will dwell with the lamb, and there will be no more hurt or destruction. From the Lord’s table we are sent in the spirit of John the Baptist to proclaim that in Christ the kingdom of God has come near.
Reading: Matthew 3:1-12
December 14
We wait with patience for the coming of the Lord, even as we rejoice at his presence among us this day: in word and holy supper, in church and in our homes, in silent reflection and in works of justice and love. We pray that God would open our eyes and ears to the wonders of Christ’s advent among us.
Reading: Matthew 11:2-11
December 21
During these final days of Advent we pray, “O come, O come, Emmanuel,” a beloved hymn based on the O Antiphons, ancient prayers appointed for the seven days preceding Christmas. On this final Sunday of Advent we prepare to celebrate the birth of the one born to save us from the power of sin and death.
Reading: Matthew 1:18-25
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9:00 a.m. | Madison Campus
You're invited to the intersection of
Whitney Way and Raymond Road for a morning of worship with traditional Lutheran textures and rhythms.
10:00 a.m. | Verona Campus
Head down County Highway PD in Verona for morning Worship featuring modern expressions of praise and prayer anchored by foundational traditions.
6:00 p.m. | Verona Campus
A worship service with evening rhythms for song, prayer, reflection rooted in ancient practices and present-day cares & concerns.
Worship Together
All Good Shepherd worship services are available as a livestream or replay
Advent Wreath Making
Sunday, November 23 (After 9 & 10 a.m.)
& Sunday, November 30 (After 6 p.m.)
Emily Gold
Madison & Verona Campus
Join us following worship to make an Advent wreath for your household! Together we will learn the what, why, when and how of the Advent wreath while we assemble together.
Christmas around the Tree
Sunday, December 21 @ 6 p.m.
Sarah Iverson
Verona Campus
An evening to ponder, pray, praise, and prepare in this Advent season.
Birth - 3 Playgroup
Tuesdays, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Emily Gold
Verona Campus
Enjoy group story time, rhymes, songs and time
for caregivers and babies to socialize!
Church School
Sundays at 9 & 10 a.m.
Emily Gold
Madison & Verona Campus
Church school is offered for kids aged 3 through fifth grade. Explore the Bible and grow in faith together.
Advent Hymn Sing
Wednesday, December 3 at 11:00 a.m.
Jared Stellmacher
Madison Campus
A time of Advent music, lunch, and fellowship. This lunch is open to all as a time to visit with folks you know and folks you don’t know yet.
Music Monday Christmas Concert: Handel’s Messiah
Monday, December 15 at 7 p.m.
Jared Stellmacher
Madison Campus
Experience the beauty of the season with Good Shepherd’s annual Music Monday Christmas Concert!
An Advent Concert
with "The Brilliance"
Sunday, December 7 at 6 p.m.
Jared Stellmacher
Verona Campus
We’re thrilled to welcome back The Brilliance, a dynamic New York-based group known for their poetic lyrics and soulful sound. Sponsored by The Good Shepherd Foundation.
Blue Christmas: A Service of Hope
Thursday, December 11 at 6:30 p.m.
Jared Stellmacher
Madison Campus
Come as you are, find comfort in prayer and song, and hear again the message of hope: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it.”
Advent by Candlelight
Thursday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Ronda Beggs
Verona Campus
We’ll read scripture. We’ll sing carols. Storytellers will share with us what Advent means so them. We’ll also share devotional materials that could be a good anchor for you in this holy season.
Madison Campus
4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Verona Campus
10:00 a.m., 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Worship Together
All Good Shepherd worship services are available as a livestream or replay
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