Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

504 South Main Street, Viroqua, Wisconsin, 54665 608.637.3978 office@gsviroqua.org

“Love God ~ Follow Jesus ~ Serve our Neighbors"

Love Lives Here!

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP
9:00am each Sunday

ALL ARE WELCOME - COME AS YOU ARE!

LISTEN on am1360 Radio Station 8AM Sunday

LISTEN or WATCH WORSHIP at any time
by clicking the "worship" link (to your left)
OR

WATCH LIVE on our Facebook page,
or at: https://www.youtube.com/@GSViroqua

(or in you tube search for GS Viroqua)

SPECIAL WORSHIP WITH YOUR PETS!

ALL ARE WELCOME

🌿 Theme: "All God’s Creatures: A Communion of Paws and Praise" 🐾
📅 August 24, 2025 (Sunday) 🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Good Shepherd, 504 S Main St., Viroqua, WI

🌅🐾 You and Your Pets Are Invited! 🐾🐶

Join us under the open sky for a joyful and sacred Open-Air Worship Service, where all of God’s creatures are truly welcome. Bring your beloved pets as we come together in song, prayer, and community, celebrating the wonder of creation and the unconditional love we receive from our furry or feathered companions.

🙏 A Unique Moment: Pet Communion

All are invited you to bring a small portion of your pet’s food with you. As we share in Holy Communion, we will also bless and consecrate your pet’s food at the altar, honoring their place in our lives and in God’s creation.

🐾 Come for the worship. Stay for the wagging tails, joyful hearts, and the Spirit that connects us all.

FREE MONTHLY
COMMUNITY MEAL

Please join us every 4th Monday
from 5pm-6:30pm for a delicious
FREE meal and great conversation!

If you would like to host a community meal
here at GSLC please email: come2suppermeal@gmail.com
for more information.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Custodial & Maintenance Staff (Part-Time – 20 hrs/week)

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Viroqua is seeking a reliable, hands-on individual to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming church environment. This part-time role combines basic repairs, event setup, routine cleaning, and seasonal outdoor care. A spirit of hospitality and teamwork is essential. Flexible schedule within ministry needs.

Interested persons may contact Dan Heitman,
Church Council President 608-606-0708 dheitman460@gmail.com or the Good Shepherd Church Office at 608-637-3978 office@gsviroqua.org

Custodial/Maintenance Job Description

Music Accompanist

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (ELCA) is seeking a dedicated music accompanist to enhance our worship experience through music. This position plays a vital role in leading and supporting the congregation in worship, blending traditional Lutheran hymns with contemporary Christian music.

Provide musical accompaniment for weekly Sunday worship services, including hymns, liturgies, and special music.
Play for seasonal and special services, such as Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and other liturgical events.
Collaborate with the pastor, choir director, and worship team to plan and prepare music for services.
Accompany and support the choir and other musical groups as needed.
Foster an atmosphere of spiritual connection and participation through music.

Qualifications:

Proficiency in piano with experience in worship settings preferred. Organ performance ability is preferred but not required.
Familiarity with ELCA Lutheran liturgical traditions and hymns preferred.
Ability to work collaboratively with the Pastor, musicians, and congregation members.
A heart for ministry and a passion for using music to enrich worship.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, with any references to Dan Heitman, President, Church Council by emailing to <dheitman460@gmail.com>. Or send your resume to

Dan Heitman, President - Church Council,

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church,

504 S Main St. Viroqua, WI 54665

We look forward to welcoming a pianist who will share their musical gifts and contribute to the worship life of our congregation.

Good Shepherd
FREE Clothes Closet
WEDNESDAY'S 1pm - 3pm
*Everyone welcome
* Free of charge for what you need
*Clothing for the whole family, shoes,
household, misc., toys, books and more!

We no longer accept donations, as we are fully
supported by our members, our local Wal Mart
and our sponsor, Royal Neighbors 20315.

Space use opportunity at
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Main Street Viroqua

-The Education Building at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church lower level.
-Features approximately 1,500 sq. ft. of open concept.
-South facing windows. Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, and stove.
-2 bathrooms, fresh paint, cabinet storage, carpets have been cleaned, off street parking.
-This space is open to many possibilities, business, fitness, yoga, day care etc.

Space is available for daily and hourly use too!
Call the office at 608-637-3978, look at our Building Use Packet for information or email:
dheitman460@gmail.com

Worship at Good Shepherd
Good Shepherd is known for the work it does with the community.
It is our worship that prepares us for active involvement in the world.
We gather weekly on Sunday mornings, and as we worship, God strengthens us through the scriptures and
the meal of Holy Communion so that we can all serve the world in many ways.

We love God, follow Jesus, serve our neighbors...............and LOVE LIVES HERE!