WEEKLY CALENDAR *CG-Community Group SUNDAY AUG. 28 Children’s Ministry Rally Day 9:30 a.m. — Cafeteria Family Picnic 12 p.m. — Gym CG Facilitators Meeting 12 p.m. — King George House CG/Nancy Overland 5 p.m. — King George House High School Hangout 7 p.m. —- Dairy Queen, 6803 Bandera Rd. MONDAY AUG. 29 No meetings on the calendar TUESDAY AUG. 30 No meetings on the calendar WEDNESDAY AUG. 31 B&B, Bible Study & Breakfast 7:30 a.m. — School Library SHLS Chapel 8:15 a.m. — Worship Center THURSDAY SEPT. 1 SHLC Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. — Choir Room CG/Mike & Pam Dau 6:30 p.m. — Host’s Home CG/Lifelight/Kurt Kunze 7 p.m. — King George House FRIDAY SEPT. 2 CG/Shirley Zanta 10 a.m. — King George House SATURDAY SEPT. 3 No meetings on the calendar

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Church Newsletter August 27/28, 2016

Sermon Text Aug. 27/28: Luke 14:1-14 Sept. 3/4: Luke 14:25-35

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ATTENDANCE & OFFERING FOR AUG. 20/21

Saturday: 6 p.m. — 94 Sunday: 8 a.m. — 195 10:45 a.m. — 237 Total = 526 Weekly Offering: $20,278 Average: $22,052 Needed Weekly to meet Ministry Plan: $23,184

Shepherd at 50 Master Plan: Total Cost: $40,000 Given-to-Date: $6,850

Shepherd U is for YOU and YOUR FRIENDS! Starting this fall, the 9:30 a.m. adult Sunday school hour will expand to meet the needs and interests of many more people.

Course Study: Bible Crash Course Date: Sept. 11 — Oct. 30 in the King George House Course Study: Parenting Beyond Your Capacity Date: Sept. 11 — Dec. 18 in the King George House Course Study: Your Family Story, The History of the Christian Church Date: Sept. 11 — Dec. 18 in the Gym

REGISTER TODAY AT ShepherdLutheran.com/ShepherdU or

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FAMILY PICNIC—FOOD, FUN, & FELLOWSHIP!

The “Shepherd in a Minute” (SIM) Video Produc-tion Team is hosting a family picnic in conjunction with Rally Day on Sunday, Aug. 28, 12-4 p.m. in the gym. BBQ plates are $8. There will be music, games, and more for all to enjoy! Proceeds from plate sales will go toward purchasing video equip-ment for church and school use.

Do you have questions about God, the Bible, or faith that you've always wanted to ask a pastor? This is your chance! On Sunday, Sept. 4, during adult Bible class at 9:30 a.m. in the gym, Pastors Chris, Doug, Craig, and Aaron will be participating in "Stump the Pastors." They'll answer your questions — without knowing the questions ahead of time. The Shepherd in a Minute team will be hosts. Questions will be submitted ahead of time for the hosts to review and select. Please write your question(s) on the bulletin insert, place in the offering plate or at the Welcome Center... and be there Sept. 4!

Final Summer Bible Class Session 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, in the Gym

Guest presenter Rev. Mike Newman

“Gospel DNA: Markers of a Flourish-ing Church”: What makes a church vibrant and meaningful? How does the church grow? Join us in taking a look at the tried and true characteristics of

a dynamic Gospel movement from U.S. history to discover practical steps for the church today. You may be surprised at what you discover about the LCMS!

WHAT’S YOUR VIEW? WE WANT TO KNOW. A town hall meeting will be held in the gym on Sunday, Sept. 11, 12:30 p.m. Lunch and child care will be provided. This town hall meeting is for those that did and did not at-tend the Aug. 13 gathering. New information

will be provided for all that attend. What do you want Shep-herd to look like? Come voice your opinion. You’ll have a chance to hear more about the master building plan at this town-hall-style meeting with the architects. They’ll moderate the discussion and receive feedback from anyone who wants to offer input. The meeting is for church members, school families, and the community in general.

PROGRESS REPORT You’re invited to check out a fresh Shepherd at 50 progress report at shepherdlutheran.com/shepherdat50. A paper copy of the report will be available at the Welcome Center. TRACKING SHEPHERD AT 50 You can now track progress in funding the Shepherd at 50 campus master plan by view-ing the attendance and offering section in this announcement page. To contribute to the fund drive, please pick up an envelope in the lobby next to the Welcome Center or write a check with "Master Plan" noted. Thank you for your help in moving our congregation forward in its vision and mission! For more information on our future ministry plans, visit shepherdlutheran.com/shepherdat50.

THANK YOU TO OUR SERVERS!

Ushers August 28 8:00 Steve Deskin, Alex Diaz, Leo Monk, Carole Oakes, Adam Leitko, John Diaz 10:45 Dennis Maurer, Randy & Nancy Pollock, Marisa Hinojosa, Jacob & Cristine Patterson September 4 8:00 Griff Wooten, Jerry Albert, Matt Spears, Bob & Liliane Hutter, Russ & Deb Miller 10:45 Tex & Julie McWright, Tommy Garcia, Bob Garcia, Bill Rosamond, Mikey Hinojosa

Hosts August 28 8:00 Lori Rodriguez, Randall & Deidra Thompson, Mona Jones 10:45 Matt Williams, Julianne Hartjen, Pastor Keith & Marilyn Fox September 4 8:00 Lynn & Brian Penton, David Foote 10:45 Randall & Deidra Thompson, Gus & Mary Ann Cantu, Gene & Karin Sloan

Acolytes August 28 8:00 Lily Friesenhahn & Bailey Spears 10:45 Liz Chapa & Makayla Somerville September 4 8:00 Bailey Spears & Devin Treadway 10:45 Faith Tonak & Grace Meissler Communion Helpers September 4 8:00 David Reeves & Colleen Treadway 10:45 Matthew Tonak & David Meissler September 18 8:00 Aynsley Larsen & Brayden Larsen 10:45 Abigail Popp & Madeline Popp

STUDENT MINISTRY Nick Arnold, Director of Student Ministry, 614-3742 x509 nick@shepherdlutheran.com

Beginning September 4! Catalyst: Youth group for grades 6-12 Sunday nights. High schoolers (grades 9-12) meet every 1st and 3rd Sundays and Middle schoolers (grades 6-8) meet every 2nd and 4th Sundays from 6-8 p.m. We'll meet together in the Library for a lesson, discussion, and games! If you are an adult or student who wants to help with this program, please contact Nick at nick@shepherdlutheran.com.

Confirmation Orientation — Sunday, Sept. 11, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Library. This meeting is for all students in grades 6-8 and at least one parent. Confirmation for grade 6 will include Sunday mornings and First Communion classes with Pastor Aaron during Lent. Confirmation for grades 7-8 will include Sunday mornings and periodic afternoon Cate-chism classes with Pastor Chris. Catechism classes for grades 7-8 are mandatory and will be held on the following dates from 12-3:30 p.m.: Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Jan. 15, March 19, and April 28-29 (overnight Confirmation retreat.)

Los Angeles Mission Trip Meeting — Come learn about the high school mission trip we are planning for the summer of 2017! On Sunday, Sept. 25, we will meet in the Library from 12:30-1:30 p.m. to discuss logistics, registration, costs, fundraising, and communication opportunities for students and parents. We have tentatively set July 9-14, 2017, as the dates for this trip, not including additional travel and "fun" days. This trip is open to anyone who is currently in grades 8-12. This meeting is mandatory for everyone who is interested in this trip. Contact Nick at nick@shepherdlutheran.com with questions.

2016 INTERNATIONAL POTLUCK

This event is a celebration of many of the different cultures God has brought together at Shepherd and will be held Sept. 25, 4:30 p.m. in the gym.

It's for everyone from Shepherd including children, AND it's a good time to invite guests.

There'll be a culture Bingo game that will feature food from different cultures as prizes.

Eleven tables will be decorated to highlight eleven cultures present at Shepherd. Pastor Aaron and Pastor Chris will MC the entertainment. Still have questions? Contact Alice Klement, 614-3742

x511, alice@shepherdlutheran.com.

Hannah Gates Veronica Arellano Stephanie Garza Conner Wallace Michele Oravec Matthew Oravec Trevor Salinero Adrian Ulvog

Hannah Spears Mary Ann Cantu Danielle Clark Edward Perales Susie Walker Maggie Thompson Gabriella Lozano Marion Wehmeyer

Phillip Barsun Yvonne Trant Roxanne Garza Marina Hinojosa Tex McWright Elijah Biedinger Sharon Bradley

Tom & Frona McGuire Scott & Lisa Cameron Dan & Valerie Alwood Ron & Sue Sipe

Gene & Jan Thompson Todd & Amanda Boggan David & Luz Zoch

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School is in need of substitute teachers for the 2016-2017 school year. If you are interested in this paid position, please contact Donna Rupp at 614-3741 or drupp@shlutheran.org.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Cindy Miller, Director of Children’s Ministry 614-3742 x408 cindy@shepherdlutheran.com

Jesus Loves Me This I Know for the Bible Tells

Me So! Rally Day is Sunday,

Aug. 28 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Cafeteria For all 2 year olds through

grade 5 and their parents.

Come join us as we celebrate another year in Sunday school, meet the teachers, enjoy a yummy snack, create a fun craft, and play a fun game!

COFFEE WILL BE WAITING FOR YOU...

B&B, Bible Study and Break-fast, resumes on Wednesday, Aug. 31, with Pastor Keith Fox, 7:30-8:15 a.m. in the School Library. Coffee and a light continental breakfast will be provided. Come join us and

then head off to work.

SPECIAL COLLECTION

A special collection will be taken on Sunday, Sept. 11, for three San Antonio families whose firefighter husbands have died recently from occupational cancer.

FABRIC NEEDED

LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League) needs your help. Our mission of making quilts requires an assortment of fabrics, and the supply of cotton and cotton blends is running low. If you have fabric pieces or large scraps, we would put them to good use making quilts for Lutheran World Relief. A collection box can be found under the LWML table in the

church lobby near the office. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Kittelson, 415-4131.

DINNER & PERFORMANCE BY JESUS PAINTER

The Organ Ministry Team is hosting a performance by the Jesus Painter on Friday, Sept. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in the school gym. The Jesus Painter spreads the Gospel while painting. We could use your help by advertising and working at the gala. Please let us know at ShepherdOrgan@gmail.com. To purchase tickets, please visit www.shlcorgan.org.

NEW MEMBER WELCOME

We welcome new members to our congregation on Sunday, Sept. 4, 9:30 a.m. in the gym.