55+ CLUB NEWS. December 2nd Program & Luncheon. November, 2014 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Sycamore High School Chorus

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1 55+ CLUB NEWS November, 2014 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church December 2nd Program & Luncheon Sycamore High School Chorus It is with great anticipation that we await the return of the Sycamore High School Select Choral Ensemble for our Christmas program. Select Ensemble students are 10th- 12th grade and rehearse for one hour every school day. They perform at several concerts and represent the Choral Program in the community. The Director of Choral Activities at Sycamore High School is Ken Holdt. (Continued on page 5) Luncheon Menu Wood s Catering will serve the following menu items at the luncheon: Swiss Steak with gravy; roasted pork with dressing; baked potatoes with sour cream and butter; winter blend mix; green beans; and red fruit Jell-O. Our dessert will be red velvet cake. Coffee, tea, lemonade, iced tea and water will be furnished. Cost for luncheon will be $ The deadline for reservations is November 24, Please mail your check payable to GSLC 55+ Club to: John Van Osdol 7707 Stonehenge Drive Cincinnati, OH Club is a Christian fellowship/service group of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of, by and for seniors of the congregation and community.

2 President s Corner You people are fantastic! Once again you have shown your generosity by donating a record amount to the N.E.E.D.S. Program by filling the baskets set up as our decorations. Anne Dorward has more on this in her Outreach article. The Sociables had us all singing along, tapping our feet, and clapping our hands, as they played a variety of music from as far back as WWI, a little of Glenn Miller, and a little of this and that. We are coming to that time of the year when it is the reason for the season, as people like to say. It is a time when we look at and ask ourselves if we have done all that we can to help others not as fortunate as we are. Yes, this is when we get multiple requests for handouts and donations. If you can share that is great. Many times it can be by offering a service such as working at a food bank, being a hospital volunteer, etc. Give it some thought. You might be surprised at what you have to offer. God Bless You, Herb 55+ Club Newsletter Page 2 November, 2014

3 Please Remember The Following With Cards And Prayers DON and SELMA DeVORE 7397 Baywind Dr. Cincinnati, Ohio MARGE ELIASON 7277 Euclid Ave. Cincinnati, OH MARILYN McENENY 702 Southmeadow Circle Cincinnati, Ohio MADGE SOWERS 7666 Windy Knoll Dr. Cincinnati, OH SHIRLEY TEIGEN Mason Christian Village 411 Western Row Rd. Mason, OH Club Newsletter Page 3 November, 2014

4 Birthday Greetings Best wishes from all of us to each of you celebrating a birthday in December Ruth Grassman Anne Marie Daniels Judy Stagney Jean Wilson Michael Schneider Marilyn Dargatz Jerry Pride Katy Ping Marge Hill Bea Sullivan Elaine Tripi Martha Clarke Susan Rismiller Dottie Sparks Have you enrolled in our Birthday Record? Don t be left out! Complete a Birthday Record at the luncheon reception table to be included in our birthday recognition. 55+ Club Newsletter Page 4 November, 2014

5 Program (Continued) Ken Holdt is well-known to our group as the Director of Contemporary Worship at Good Shepherd. Ken graduated Magna Cum Laude at UC s College of Music and obtained his Master s degree from Florida State. He is accomplished musician, conductor, and accompanist as well. The 55+ Club hopes you will brave the cold of January to join us for a unique program. On January 6th, Anne Gray, of Rumpke Recycling, will share fascinating facts about how our waste and recycling is responsibly handled, with a focus on the new recycling plant in St. Bernard. REMINDER: No parking behind church (West Lot) until AFTER 11:45AM 55+ Club Newsletter Page 5 November, 2014

6 October Outreach Update Many Thanks! Thank you for your support of the N.E.E.D.S. pantry! You provided 348 varieties of non-perishable food for families who will benefit from your generosity. That is an awesome response for a worthy cause!!! Wow!!! 55+ Club Newsletter Page 6 November, 2014

7 Christmas Outreach It s that time again! Please open your hearts to help the many deserving children throughout the Cincinnati area by bringing gifts for them and to decorate our 55+ Club tree. You will make so many children happy! Here are some gift suggestions: FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN Stuffed animals, books, dolls, simple puzzles, trucks, board games. FOR ONE WAY FARM (Shelter for Children) Craft kits, paint by number kits, coloring books, note pads, work search games, stuffed animals, Bingo, card games, basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, pump and needles for balls, 500-piece animal puzzles, hot wheels, Lego sets. PLEASE DO NOT WRAP THE GIFTS We will also be receiving donations for the Neediest Kids of All organization. There will be a basket for cash and check donations at the reception desk if you wish to contribute. Let us all join together in the spirit of giving to others. May God bless you all during this holy season. ~ Anne Dorward, Outreach Chair 55+ Club Newsletter Page 7 November, 2014

8 Dates To Remember November 18 November 24 Crafters Meeting, 10:00AM Deadline for December Luncheon reservations December Club Luncheon and Meeting December 3 Board Meeting, 1:00 PM, Room 102 January 1, 2015 New Luncheon Prices Take Effect 55+ Club Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 7701 Kenwood Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45236