News & Announcements

Wednesdays in Lent (March 4-March 25) Join Pastor Brad Weeklly for a class he is leading during Lent. This class will have two opportunities each week to participate: Wednesdays at 10am in the Conference Room 1 or 6pm online only. There is a book needed for this class. You can pick your copy up in the narthex. You are encouraged to make a $5 per book donation, if you are able. Our weekly discussions will cover: What we teach and believe, Lutheran history, Why our worship serv

In the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Epiphany is a church festival and season (Jan 6 to Lent) celebrating the revelation of Jesus as God's Son, beginning with the Magi's visit, marking Christ's manifestation to the Gentiles, and extending to his baptism and first miracle, symbolizing God's light shining into the world through Christ for all people. It's a time of "showing forth" Jesus' divine identity and mission, moving from the humble Nativity to His greate

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If you use the knives in the kitchen, PLEASE put them back in the knife drawer not the utensil drawer. If you are unsure where the knife drawer is, please just leave them on the counter. Thanks so much.

Due to the ongoing opioid epidemic, we now have Naloxone (Narcan) available for overdose emergencies. There are bright red, plastic boxes mounted on the wall just inside the front doors of all three buildings with the medicine inside. Please look for them as you come & go throughout the week so that you know where they're located. If you happen to use one, please let the Property Manager know so that he can refill the medicine.

When you worship online, you are not watching church — you are part of the congregation. Whether you join us live or later in the week, your presence matters. We are grateful for the many ways God gathers us together, near and far.

This week in the Children’s Church we are learning from Luke, talking about the Good Samaritan & how we can love our neighbor as ourself! Youth Team Meeting January 25th at 12pm in the Fellowship Hall Open to everyone who has a youth or is interested in helping with the older or younger youth!

📅 Date: January 18th ⏰ Time: 5:30pm 📍 Location: Fellowship Hall ❓ Details: Come for Pizza, Fellowship, & Reflect On How We Can Love People Like Jesus In 2026! Youth Group Meal volunteers needed for the new year! Sign up on the sheet in the narthex! See Miss. Alexis with any questions! Thank you!

As winter continues, so does our call to care for one another. The Warming Tree will remain available through January, and we invite you to donate  hats, gloves, and scarves  to help meet a real and ongoing need in our community. Every item shared is a reminder that God’s love is active and present.

Saturdays at 9:00 am Class is open to the community and are held in the Narthex. $5/pp donation suggested to go to Community Lunch.

Grief Support Group for those who have lost a child, held the 3rd Saturday every month at 10am in the conference room.

If you are a Thrivent member with Thrivent Choice Dollars, you can now direct them to Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church! Please contact Elaine Donnellen with any questions.

We are preparing for our Ash Wednesday services on Wednesday, February 18, at 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM, and we need volunteers to help serve. If you are willing to assist as a server, please sign up on the sheet in the narthex or contact Holly Lail. Your help allows us to offer a meaningful and prayerful worship experience for all.

Join us on January 26 th @ 6:00 pm in fellowship Hall for dinner and guest speaker, Jim Quinney, who will talk about and show photos of the construction progress of the school in Haiti. Any questions please see Jay Smith.

Date: February 17, 2026 Time: 6:00pm Location: Sanctuaray Join us for the Shrove Tuesday Talent Show on Tuesday, February 17 at 6pm following the pancake supper! Come share your talents or enjoy an evening of fun, creativity, and fellowship as members of our church community take the stage. Interested in performing? Sign up by filling out a form in the narthex or through the Church Center app. All ages and talents are welcome. Mark your calendar and get ready for a joyful Shr

Date: TBD Time: March 2026 Have you ever thought about becoming a Stephen Minister? have you ever thought about becoming a Stephen Minister? Stephen Ministers work alongside our pastors to care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support to people who are going through a difficult time, such as divorce, grief, hospitalization, unemployment, terminal illness, relocation, chronic illness, or loneliness. If you have gifts for caring, encouragement, and listening, ple

We are in need of volunteers to help with Children’s Church during the 11:00 a.m. service. If you attend another service, we invite you to come back at 11:00 and help support our children’s ministry. A background check is required. If you enjoy working with children and helping them grow in faith, we would love to have you join this ministry. Please contact the church office or Alexis for more details.

New Year’s Blessings!​ The Supper Club will be meeting: 📅 Date: Thursday, January 22 ⏰ Time: 4:00PM 📍 Location: Quigleys, on 707 👥 Who: Please contact Thelma Bryson before 01/19/26, to reserve your seat.​ ❓ Details: All are welcome, church family, friends and neighbors

Shepherd of the Sea is looking for a volunteer to serve as our American Red Cross Blood Drive Coordinator. This role includes helping volunteers sign in and assisting with opening and locking the building during scheduled blood drives. This is a meaningful way to support a life-saving ministry while helping our church serve the wider community. Please contact the church office if you are interested.

Sunrise Service on the Beach Coordinator Needed We are seeking a volunteer to help c oordinate the sound and logistics for our annual Sonrise Service on the Beach. This role includes helping with sound setup, coordinating logistics, and serving as a point person for this meaningful Easter morning worship. If you enjoy behind-the-scenes coordination and helping create a beautiful worship experience, please contact Pastor Brad for more information.