Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church

We Are Lutherans As Lutherans, we are proud of the heritage of the Reformation and the great principles of Christian belief rediscovered by Martin Luther which form the core of our faith and life. Grace Alone - All of God's mercy, love and forgiveness is given to us purely as a gift which we in no way deserve. Faith Alone - We recieve these gifts simply by trusting in the God who promises them, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Scripture Alone - The Bible is the one reliable and authoritative source of our knowledge about God, His will for our lives, and especially His love for us through our savior Jesus Christ. We are Christians As followers of Christ, we rejoice that we are part of the much wider christian fellowship which includes all who confess Jesus Chirst as Lord. We hold joint worship services with other Christian Churches in Door County, and join with them in Vacation Bible School programs and acts of service to others. We welcome into our congregation individuals from a wide range of denominational backgrounds as well as those with no previous church background. This rich variety of people contributes to the variety and vitality of our congregation. Our Mission We believe that the door to salvation is always open and so are the doors to our church. Our mission is to be fully devoted to Jesus by opening our arms to those in search of the truth. We show God’s love and concern for our fellow man at every opportunity. Through works of charity and opening our doors to listen and love, we feel that we are walking in the footsteps of Jesus Christ.

Women of the ELCA The purpose of Shepherd of the Bay's WELCA group is to raise money for those in need locally, nationally and internationally. Events and Opportunities Book Group meets on the third Thursday of each month. See the newsletter for book selections and locations of meetings. Quilters meet every Thursday (November - May) from 9:30-11:00 in the fellowship hall. They put together quilts for LWR, local organizations, and the Shepherd of the Bay Guatemala Mission Trip. The quilts are pictured below at the Blessing of the Quilts service.

Member Directory Members of Shepherd of the Bay can access our directory on their smartphone, tablet or computer: Smart Phone or Tablet On your phone or tablet, go to www.instantchurchdirectory.com/app Scroll down to Where to Download the App Click on the appropriate image for your device. ex) google play, apple app store or kindle fire Enter your email address and create a password. You can not access the directory unless you have a listing in the directory. (call the church office if you would like to add your listing.) An email will be sent to you to verify your address. When you click on the verification link you will have access to the directory. Computer On your computer to to www.instantchurchdirectory.com/app In the upper right hand corner, click on Church Member sign in Enter your email address and create a password. You can not access the directory unless you have a listing in the directory. (call the church office if you would like to add your listing.) An email will be sent to you to verify your address. When you click on the verification link. It will take you back to the login page. Enter your email and password. You will now have access to the directory. You can update your directory listing by using the form below. If you have any questions or problems, call the church office at 920-854-2988 or stop by and we will help you. Name * Email * Phone * Address * Message Thanks for keeping our directory current! Update my Listing

Join us on-line for a variety of services including funerals, weddings, concerts, and special events. Special Services Memorial Services Dave Boock Friday, June 19 @ 11:00 a.m. William "Bill" Koessl Saturday, June 20 @11:00 a.m. Archived services can be found on the Shepherd of the Bay YouTube Channel Permission to podcast/stream the music in this service obtained from One License with license # A-708903

Part-time Organist Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Ellison Bay, Wisconsin is seeking an organist to fill our retiring organist’s shoes. We are a thriving congregation who takes our mission seriously (but we don’t take ourselves too seriously). Our sanctuary has a carefully maintained Dobson tracker organ, a nine foot Steinway grand piano, and a seven foot Steinway grand piano. Our church is located in northern Door County, Wisconsin, the Cape Cod of the Midwest and a community rich in the arts and scenic beauty. Our congregation loves music and appreciates our organ, sanctuary choir, and handbells. We host concerts throughout the year. We believe in a fair competitive salary and benefit structure. This position could expand into a full-time one as our pianist/choir director approaches retirement. Your position : Leading the congregation for hymns and liturgy during services on the organ or occasionally the piano. Preparing and playing preludes and postludes on the organ. Participating in a monthly Music and Worship meeting, helping to choose appropriate music as you collaborate with our choir director and pastor. Directing the Handbell Choir. Coordinating summer recital series, guest musicians, and concerts in collaboration with the Worship and Music team. Being a joyful team player and loving the work you do and the team you do it with. Your Knowledge and Training: Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent skill and experience. Good keyboard skills and knowledge of the Lutheran tradition. Good communication and social skills. Salary : $22,000-30,000 depending on experience. Part-time position will require about 15 to 20 hours a week. Please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to gracefrossman@gmail.com . For a conversation, call 920-493-6801.

Construction Junction Join us each week as we learn about Jesus thru stories, music, crafts and a mission project. Week 5 - August 12 Paul said to King Agrippa, "But God has helped me to this very day. Ia ma saying nothing other than what the prophets and Moses said would take place." Acts 26:22 Bible Story Music Crafts Music Week 4 - August 5 God loved the world so much the he gave his one and only Son. Anyone who believes in him will not die but will have eternal life. John 3:16 Introduction Bible Story Music Crafts Music Mission Project Week 3 - July 29 Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane. Introduction Bible Story Music Crafts Mission Project Music Week 2 - July 22 Follow Me. Matthew 9:9 Introduction Bible Story Crafts Music Mission Project Week 1 - July 15 Everyone who hears my words and puts them into practice is like a wise man. He builds his house on the rock! Matthew 7:24 Introduction Bible Story Music Crafts Mission Project

Join us on-line for our weekly Sunday worship services. Sunday Worship Service with Pastor Jim Honig Upcoming Services Heading 5 I have a prayer request Donate Third Sunday after Pentecost June 14, 2026 - Bulletin - Service Fourth Sunday after Pentecost June 21, 2026 - Bulletin - Service Fifth Sunday after Pentecost June 28, 2026 - Bulletin - Service Permission to podcast/stream the music in this service obtained from One License with license # A-708903 Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 5, 2026 - Bulletin - Service Previous services can be found on the Shepherd of the Bay YouTube Channel

Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church-ELCA in northern Door County, invites you to join us in worship, fellowship and service. Guatemala 2026 Esme's butterfly blanket Spring Daffodils Guatemala 2026 1/43 Worship Schedule: Su n d ays 9:30 a.m. Wo rship 10:30 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship (in person, drive-in, or watch live on our web site) Children's Sunday School F ollowing Children’s message, we will head to the classroom on the first floor for our Sunday school lesson. We’ll travel through the Gospel Bible story, and enjoy time together! Ages 4-grade 6. On the third Sunday of each month from October thru April, join our “family Sunday School” for Pancakes and Praise! Sunday Live Stream Announcements and News Welcome Welcome, and thank you for visiting Shepherd of the Bay Church online. We hope that our website highlights the wide variety of worship, fellowship and service opportunities available. Please feel free to read more about our church on this site, or come in for a visit. We would love to greet you and share with you our love for Jesus Christ and for you, our neighbor. Our Mission Leading with love, serving with heart, spreading hope through God's grace. Everybody, everybody, everybody is welcome here. How to find us: 11836 State Hwy 42 Ellison Bay, WI 54210 Mailing address: PO Box 27 Ellison Bay, WI 54210 Office Phone: 920-854-2988 sotboffice@yahoo.com Subscribe for Updates Subscribe Now Congrats! You're subscribed. We invite to join our mailing list and receive emails we send out with news, concerts and special service schedules.

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Planning Your Wedding at Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church Information for the bride and groom Wedding Coordinator: Carol Omernick (920) 854-2988 Contact the Wedding Coordinator. She is required to assist at all church weddings involving more than 30 people (including invited guests). She will be present at your wedding rehearsal and at your wedding to provide information about church procedures and assistance with unforeseen problems that may arise. Non-members of Shepherd of the Bay may schedule weddings beginning Sept. 1 of the year prior to their wedding. Church Policies Regarding Weddings We ask that all who use the church respect it as a place of worship. Young children must be under adult supervision at all times. All furnishings including wall hangings and altar paraments are to remain in place. No alcohol except for communion wine is allowed in the church building or on the church grounds. . No rice or bird seed can be tossed on church property. Fees for Services The Church requires that all fees be paid in full at or prior to the day of your wedding rehearsal. For non-members, the church usage fee is required as a deposit in order for the wedding to be placed on the church calendar. All remaining fees will be collected by the Wedding Coordinator at the wedding rehearsal. Send deposits to Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, PO Box 27, Ellison Bay, WI 54210 and note the date of the wedding on the check. Wedding Fees Applicable to All Weddings We dding Coor dinator's fee $250. Principal Organist's/Pianist's fees $200. I ncludes a wedding music consultation and attendance at the wedding rehearsal. If outside musicians are part of the ceremony, rehearsals with those musicians will be $50/hr., with a one-hour minimum. If outside musicians will be using our piano or organ (with our musicians' permission) there will be a $100 fee for our musicians to come in and set up the instrument. If no music is desired for the service, the musicians fee does not apply. A/V Operator $1 50 . Additional Fees for non-members of Shepherd of the Bay Church Usage Fee $300. Pasto r's fee $250 Church Office Fee $150 Custodial Fee $100 Please contact us for more information or to check on a Wedding Date. Contact us

Attendance for the service inside the church will no longer be limited. Reservations are NOT required. We will begin live streaming our Sunday morning Worship Service at 9:15am. It will begin with approximately 15 minutes of prelude music. We have opened up seating in the sanctuary or you can continue to stay in your car in the parking lot and listen on your radio or watch the livestream on your smart phone. We will post a recorded version of the live streamed service on our website for view later.