Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Women of the ELCA Biennial Gathering
2023-10-07 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Midvale Community Lutheran Church
On Saturday, October 7 at Midvale Community Lutheran Church in Madison, the Women of the ELCA will gather for their biennial event. This event is open to all women and their friends. Learn more at scsw-elca.org/2023gathering/

The Chosen - Season Two | Episode 2
2023-10-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
About this Episode
A mysterious visitor seeks to meet Jesus, but the disciples are hesitant; tension builds between Simon and Matthew; as the group heads to a new city, word arrives that Jesus’ fame is growing.
Watch at Good Shepherd
Each week we will gather in Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus to watch the episode and discuss together. Refreshments will be provided.
Join the Conversation on Zoom
In addition to the in-person meeting at Peterson Hall, you can watch the episode along with the in-person group on Zoom and discuss the questions with others on the Zoom meeting.
Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting
Watch the Episode at Home
Every episode of The Chosen is available for streaming free at home. You can watch the episode on your own schedule and utilize the discussion questions for reflection with your own family or small group.
Click here to watch Episode 2
View the Discussion Guide
Each episode has a corresponding discussion guide that will inform some of our discussions in-person but can also be used at home, with your own group or for personal reflection.
Download Discussion Guide for Episode 2

Birth through 3 Playgroup
2023-10-10 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-10-17 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-10-24 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-10-31 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-11-07 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-11-14 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-11-21 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-11-28 08:30 - 09:30 | Verona Gym
Connect at Playgroup starting Tuesday, September 5, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Verona Campus gym. Caregivers with children ages 0-3 are invited to join us for playgroup on Tuesday mornings from 8:30-9:30 am. Enjoy group story time, rhymes, songs and time for caregivers and babies to socialize! We will meet weekly from September through May. Contact Emily Gold with any questions.

National Youth Gathering Fundraiser
2023-10-16 16:00 - 20:00
Stop by Pizza Ranch in Verona on October 16 and enjoy a meal while raising funds for youth to journey to New Orleans and attend the first national ELCA Youth Gathering since 2018!

The Chosen - Season Two | Episode 3
2023-10-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
About this Episode
A long, exhausting day turns into night as the disciples help Jesus deal with a large crowd hoping to be healed.
Watch at Good Shepherd
Each week we will gather in Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus to watch the episode and discuss together. Refreshments will be provided.
Join the Conversation on Zoom
In addition to the in-person meeting at Peterson Hall, you can watch the episode along with the in-person group on Zoom and discuss the questions with others on the Zoom meeting.
Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting
Watch the Episode at Home
Every episode of The Chosen is available for streaming free at home. You can watch the episode on your own schedule and utilize the discussion questions for reflection with your own family or small group.
Click here to watch Episode 3
View the Discussion Guide
Each episode has a corresponding discussion guide that will inform some of our discussions in-person but can also be used at home, with your own group or for personal reflection.
Download Discussion Guide for Episode 3

Holy COW @ Zook Park
2023-10-21 08:00 - 10:00 | Zook Park, 950 Pontiac Trail, Madison, Wisconsin, 53711, United States

The Chosen - Season Two | Episode 4
2023-10-23 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
About this Episode
As Jesus and the disciples head to Jerusalem to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles, a new enemy follows them, while a familiar enemy awaits.
Watch at Good Shepherd
Each week we will gather in Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus to watch the episode and discuss together. Refreshments will be provided.
Join the Conversation on Zoom
In addition to the in-person meeting at Peterson Hall, you can watch the episode along with the in-person group on Zoom and discuss the questions with others on the Zoom meeting.
Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting
Watch the Episode at Home
Every episode of The Chosen is available for streaming free at home. You can watch the episode on your own schedule and utilize the discussion questions for reflection with your own family or small group.
Click here to watch Episode 4
View the Discussion Guide
Each episode has a corresponding discussion guide that will inform some of our discussions in-person but can also be used at home, with your own group or for personal reflection.
Download Discussion Guide for Episode 4

Trunk or Treat - Madison
2023-10-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Madison Parking Lot
Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat event where we create a safe place for children in our neighborhood and at our church to trick or treat safely! Bring your kids or sign-up to host a trunk: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/409044CAFAD2EAA8…
We are excited to partner with neighboring churches for this event! More info soon.

Join us in creating a safe and fun place for children to trick or treat in our neighborhood! Bring your vehicle to the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church parking lot as trick or treaters go trunk to trunk for candy and other surprises.
What does it mean to host a trunk?
1) you are welcome to decorate your trunk
2) You can wear a costume but it isn’t required.
3) You may want to have an interactive activity/game for trick or treaters to participate in!
4) Please bring candy to share (we will have extra candy available if you run out). Last year, we had ~200 children attend

Trunk or Treat - Verona
2023-10-29 11:00 - 12:30 | Verona Parking Lot

The Chosen - Season Two | Episode 5
2023-10-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
About this Episode
After stirring the water, Jesus is now pursued by Simon the Zealot, Atticus, and Shmuel. John the Baptizer visits the group and tells Jesus his dangerous mission. Meanwhile, back at the camp, Mary Magdalene is devastated by an encounter with a mysterious and dangerous stranger.
Watch at Good Shepherd
Each week we will gather in Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus to watch the episode and discuss together. Refreshments will be provided.
Join the Conversation on Zoom
In addition to the in-person meeting at Peterson Hall, you can watch the episode along with the in-person group on Zoom and discuss the questions with others on the Zoom meeting.
Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting
Watch the Episode at Home
Every episode of The Chosen is available for streaming free at home. You can watch the episode on your own schedule and utilize the discussion questions for reflection with your own family or small group.
Click here to watch Episode 5
View the Discussion Guide
Each episode has a corresponding discussion guide that will inform some of our discussions in-person but can also be used at home, with your own group or for personal reflection.
Download Discussion Guide for Episode 5

Healing Prayer Service
2023-11-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States
Our Healing Prayer Service provides comfort, support and healing for many difficult life situations. Leave the busyness of the day behind and take time to humbly come before our God.
The candle-lit sanctuary brings a feeling of peace. Special music and scripture readings remind us that God is always ready to receive our worries, concerns, illnesses and heartaches. We receive comfort in the support and prayers of others and know the Holy Spirit will be with us wherever we go.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 (NIV)

Fall Cleanup - Both Campuses
2023-11-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Madison Campus Lawn; Verona Parking Lot
Join us Saturday, November 4 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. to help beautify and cleanup our campuses in Madison and Verona. Come for as long as you can with any equipment you can bring. Contact Director Facilities Brent Marshall with any questions.

Servant Leadership Event
2023-11-04 09:00 - 12:30 | Madison Peterson Hall
Join us as we kick off our Conversation Sunday with a morning of learning, conversation, and storytelling focused on Servant Leadership
What is it? How is it practiced? Who can lead? Where is it found? Servant Leadership is not leadership reserved for the board room, but a way in which we can all lead in the many spheres of our life. This conversation will be valuable for people of all ages, vocations, and occupations. Our guest speaker is Tom Thibodeau, a distinguished professor at Viterbo University who created the first Master of Arts in Servant Leadership. He is a beloved professor, storyteller, and community member who has helped make Servant Leadership a community initiative in the LaCrosse area. So join us from Peterson Hall from 9 a.m. -12 p.m.
There is no registration and non-GS members are more than welcome. Food will be available throughout the morning! Let’s start a conversation!
Learn more about Tom Thibodeau
Tom Thibodeau is a husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and an active community member from Wisconsin Rapids who has done nothing since coming to Viterbo in 1984 but inspire students and change the world. Through the years his infectious enthusiasm, compassion, and commitment to leadership and service have also inspired countless colleagues and community members. He is the founder of the Master of Arts in Servant Leadership, the first master’s degree of its kind in the nation, and also a founding member of hospitality and fellowship resource Place of Grace, in La Crosse. Thibodeau is a popular professor, talented public speaker, and an extremely active community member who lives the Viterbo values. He regularly leads The Ethical Life seminars, often team teaching with Rick Kyte, and also offers a Serving the Common Good seminar focused on homelessness.

The Chosen - Season Two | Episode 6
2023-11-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
About this Episode
After stirring the water, Jesus is now pursued by Simon the Zealot, Atticus, and Shmuel. John the Baptizer visits the group and tells Jesus his dangerous mission. Meanwhile, back at the camp, Mary Magdalene is devastated by an encounter with a mysterious and dangerous stranger.
Watch at Good Shepherd
Each week we will gather in Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus to watch the episode and discuss together. Refreshments will be provided.
Join the Conversation on Zoom
In addition to the in-person meeting at Peterson Hall, you can watch the episode along with the in-person group on Zoom and discuss the questions with others on the Zoom meeting.
Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting
Watch the Episode at Home
Every episode of The Chosen is available for streaming free at home. You can watch the episode on your own schedule and utilize the discussion questions for reflection with your own family or small group.
Click here to watch Episode 6
View the Discussion Guide
Each episode has a corresponding discussion guide that will inform some of our discussions in-person but can also be used at home, with your own group or for personal reflection.
Download Discussion Guide for Episode 6

The Gathering Brunch Group
2023-11-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
Enjoy brunch, a cup of coffee, and a good conversation on the first Tuesday of the month (Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5) at 10:00 a.m. in the Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus. Bring a dish to share – fruit, muffins, egg bake, yogurt – whatever you like. This gathering is open to all as a time to visit with folks you know and folks you don’t know yet. Think of it as an extension of Sunday morning lobby fellowship!

Madison Area Food Pantry Garden Group
2023-11-08 08:00 - 11:00 | Verona Family Lounge

The Chosen - Season Two | Episode 7
2023-11-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
About this Episode
After learning of Jesus’ whereabouts, Quintus sends Gaius to arrest him. The disciples lose control as they argue about how to respond. While seeking information about where Jesus has been taken, Andrew and Philip encounter old friends.
Watch at Good Shepherd
Each week we will gather in Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus to watch the episode and discuss together. Refreshments will be provided.
Join the Conversation on Zoom
In addition to the in-person meeting at Peterson Hall, you can watch the episode along with the in-person group on Zoom and discuss the questions with others on the Zoom meeting.
Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting
Watch the Episode at Home
Every episode of The Chosen is available for streaming free at home. You can watch the episode on your own schedule and utilize the discussion questions for reflection with your own family or small group.
Click here to watch Episode 7
View the Discussion Guide
Each episode has a corresponding discussion guide that will inform some of our discussions in-person but can also be used at home, with your own group or for personal reflection.
Download Discussion Guide for Episode 7

God's Hands and Feet
2023-11-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Madison Good Shepherd Room
Your Help Needed to Wrap Shoe Box Gifts
The Good Shepherd Outreach Ministry group – God’s Hands and Feet, are requesting your help in wrapping 150 shoe box gifts on Sunday, November 19 following the 9 a.m. Worship Service at the Madison Campus. The wrapping will take place in the Good Shepherd Room from 10 a.m to 11 a.m. However much time you can give will be greatly appreciated. The gift wrap, tape and scissors will be provided. We just need your help wrapping.
The gifts are taken to Fountain of Life Church and then distributed to underprivileged children in the community. No signup needed, just plan to stay after the 9 a.m. Worship Service on November 19 and share your wrapping talents.

The Chosen | Season 2 Episode 8
2023-11-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
About this Episode
While Jesus and Matthew prepare the content of the big sermon, the disciples spread the word while fighting amongst themselves. A high-ranking Sanhedrin member is shocked by Shmuel’s reports on Jesus. Thousands arrive for the sermon.
Watch at Good Shepherd
Each week we will gather in Peterson Hall at the Madison Campus to watch the episode and discuss together. Refreshments will be provided.
Join the Conversation on Zoom
In addition to the in-person meeting at Peterson Hall, you can watch the episode along with the in-person group on Zoom and discuss the questions with others on the Zoom meeting.
Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting
Watch the Episode at Home
Every episode of The Chosen is available for streaming free at home. You can watch the episode on your own schedule and utilize the discussion questions for reflection with your own family or small group.
Click here to watch Episode 8
View the Discussion Guide
Each episode has a corresponding discussion guide that will inform some of our discussions in-person but can also be used at home, with your own group or for personal reflection.
Download Discussion Guide for Episode 8

Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pumpkin Pies
2023-11-22 19:00 - 21:00

Free Thanksgiving Community Meal
2023-11-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Madison Lobby; Madison Kitchen; Madison Peterson Hall

Family Friday Dinner + Gingerbread House Event
2023-12-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Verona Fellowship Hall; Verona Gym
Families are invited to join us for a night of Advent fun. Enjoy a meal prepared by the Holy COW, Advent crafts, and gingerbread house decorating. Bring a gingerbread house and we’ll provide the candy to decorate. RSVP not required, but encouraged to Emily Gold.

Carols & Cabernet
2023-12-03 19:00 - 21:00
Join us on Sunday, December 3 at Toot and Kate’s Wine Bar (109 S. Main St., Verona) for this year’s annual night of “Caroling, Cabernet & Cookies!” Join us and sing-along or simply listen and enjoy the company. Come one, come all for an evening of Christmas songs and spirits! And feel free to bring a plate of cookies or munchies to share.
