Fall Kickoff

JOY - Jesus, Others, You  |  Philippians 3:1

Welcome to Fall at Shepherd! Our theme for this year reminds all of us, Shepherd members and our ELC, of our role as God’s children in His Kingdom: 'Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you.'

Philippians 3:1


Oh JOY! Celebrate Fall Kickoff on Sunday, September 10 with worship, teacher introductions, a special Bible Study in the gym, Sunday School beginning, and a noon potluck!


Last names A-L: dessert, M-Z salad or side dish.

Chicken, drinks, paper goods provided. See you there!


Here is a list of weekly education opportunities for you. 

Room Location Map

  • Sunday School  |  Infants-4th Grade

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Lunch Room (Lower Level)

    Kids Kindergarten through 4th Grade learn about Jesus in a fun and engaging way. The theme this year is "Come Grow With Us". Kids meet in the Cafeteria before going to their respective rooms with their leaders.

  • PRe-Confirmation  |  Youth 5/6th Grades

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Room LL15 (Science Room)

    Old Testament - Growing In Christ

    Led by Sam Scheck. For more information, please contact Sam at sam.scheck@comcast.net.

  • Confirmation   |  Youth 7/8th Grades

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Colonnades

    Luther's Small Catechism

    Led by Pastor Zillinger. For information, please email Pastor Zillinger at gzillinger@sothfamily.org. Click HERE for Confirmation resources and links.

  • SHYP/High School Bible Study

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Youth Room

    Bible Studies

    For more information, please email Sina Williams at swilliams@sothfamily.org.


    Sundays  |  4-6pm  |  Youth Room

    Led by Sina Williams DCE. For up to date information, visit the SHYP web page.

  • Young Adult's Bible Study

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Atrium

    A new Bible study begins September 10 at 9:30am in the Atrium for ages 18-20’s taught by Patrick Barnthson. Come, grow in Christ and with each other!

  • Pastor Stoltenow's Sunday MOrning Bible Study

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Gym

    Led by Pastor Brad Stoltenow. For online log-in information, please email him at bstoltenow@sothfamily.org.

  • Women's Sunday MOrning Bible Study

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Office Conference Room

    Led by Carol Otte. For more information, please email Carol at ottecarol18@gmail.com.

  • Men's Sunday Morning Bible Study

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  Portico (LL28)

    Led by Bobby Otte. For online log-in information, please email Bobby at ottebob@aol.com.

  • Favorite Bible Stories

    Sundays  |  9:30am  |  In-Person in the Parish Hall & Online

    Led by Jack Lipski. For online log-in information, please email Jack at jackclipski@gmail.com.

  • Pastor Zillinger's bible Study

    Sundays  |  5pm  |  Lower level Portico

    Led by Pastor Greg Zillinger. For information, please email Pastor Zillinger at gzillinger@sothfamily.org.

  • Tuesday morning women's bible study

    Tuesdays  |  10am  |  Atrium

    Led by Patty Hertel. For more information email the office at info@sothfamily.org.

  • Tuesday Evening Bible study

    Tuesdays  |  7pm  |  Office Conference Room

    Led by Pastor Brad Stoltenow. For information, please email Pastor Stoltenow at bstoltenow@sothfamily.org.

  • Shepherd's Chorale

    Wednesdays  |  6:37-8:07pm  |  Sanctuary

    Led by Gail Black. Adult mixed choir for ages 14-104 that sings for the Traditional services one time a month. Email Gail Black at gblack@sothfamily.org.

  • thursday Morning bible study

    Thursdays  |  9am  |  Parish Hall

    Led by Pastor Greg Zillinger. For information, please email Pastor Zillinger at gzillinger@sothfamily.org.

  • Seeking Him Prayer Group

    Third Thursday of the Month  |  6:30-7:30pm  |  Atrium

    Led by Pastor Duane Feldmann . The focus on the group will be to meet once a month to pray for the staff and leadership of Shepherd as well as for God's direction for the the congregation. 

  • Women's thursday evening bible study

    Thursdays  |  6:30pm  |  Office Conference Room

    Led by Audrey Monson. For more information, please email Audrey at audrey.l.monson@gmail.com.

  • men's saturday morning bible study

    Saturdays  |  8am  |  Online Only

    Led by Jim Mulford. For online log-in information, please email Jim at zoomieblue@comcast.net.