Posts by Stephen Ackermann
Lenten Soup & Devotionals
Mid-Week Soup & Devotionals During Lent, we will host a midweek gathering. Join us Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. at the Madison Campus for a soup lunch followed by a devotional…
Read MoreWater Feature Specialist Needed
The Good Shepherd Columbarium Board is looking for someone to help maintain our water feature, an important element of the Columbarium. Volunteer tasks include: 1. In the spring: installing the…
Read MoreGolf League comes back for third straight year
Good Shepherd’s Golf League is back for the third consecutive year in 2026! We will play 9 holes every other Tuesday starting at 5 p.m. at Odana Hills Golf Course from May 26 to September 1. All Good Shepherd members are eligible to participate and we…
Read MoreCall for Board Candidates
The Nominating Committee is looking to fill three open Board positions this year. The Nominating Committee is responsible for screening and nominating candidates in accordance with Article IV of the…
Read MoreWomen’s Lenten Book Group
Looking for a meaningful way to journey through Lent? Join us Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. at the Verona campus for , a thoughtful and honest study inspired by Kate…
Read MoreOutreach Book Study
On Mondays, beginning March 2 at 6:30 p.m. at our Verona campus, our Outreach Ministry is inviting the congregation into a shared book study of Having Nothing, Possessing Everything by…
Read MoreJared’s Farewell Message
Jared Stellmacher’s final Sunday with our Madison congregation was last Sunday, January 25. We give thanks for his ministry and invite you to read his letter to the congregation (below)…
Read MoreThe Music Goes On
Ministry Update: Good Shepherd’s music ministry will continue without interruption during this interim season. We are grateful to welcome Katie Gerlach as Interim Choir Director, Don DeBruin as Interim Organist,…
Read MoreNew at GSLC: The Grace Collective for Women
We’re excited to introduce The Grace Collective, a new women’s community at Good Shepherd created with one simple goal in mind: to make space for connection, creativity, and care. Life…
Read MoreJared Stellmacher Says Goodbye
Good Shepherd Worship and Music Director Jared Stellmacher has accepted a new call as Director of Worship and Music at Riverside Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville, Florida. Jared served Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for more than…
Read MoreJanuary is Justice & Advocacy Month at Good Shepherd
January is Justice and Advocacy month here at Good Shepherd. In scripture, justice and advocacy are deeply rooted in God’s character and in His desire for how people should treat…
Read MoreOne Worship Sunday – December 28
One Worship: Lessons & Carols When: Sunday, December 28 at 9 a.m. Where: Madison Join us for a special Lessons & Carols service. Through scripture and song, we will continue…
Read MoreEcumenical Thanksgiving Service
When: Monday, November 24 at 7 p.m. Where: Queen of Peace (401 S Owen Dr, Madison, WI 53711) All are warmly invited to join us for a special Ecumenical Service…
Read MoreSupport Good Shepherd with Stock or IRA Gifts
Did you know Good Shepherd can accept stocks or direct gifts from your IRA as a donation? You might have additional ways to contribute to Good Shepherd that help maximize…
Read MoreFoundation Supports Ministries Through Latest Grants
The Good Shepherd Foundation Board approved three grants totaling $18,250 at its meeting on Monday, November 3. The approved grants include funding for: The Clothes Closet to provide new socks,…
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