"MANAGING STRESS –Seeking Serenity for the Soul"

That’s the title of one of the the most popular and well-received courses provided by the ELCA’s Augsburg
Fortress. Pastor Jack and wife, Ruth Elstad, will be offering the six-session program on Tuesday afternoons and evenings
September 14 – October 19 at 1 pm and 7 pm. Each session is 90 minutes and enrollment is limited to no more
than 20 persons. Those attending are encouraged to invite their friends to attend as well.

As the introduction to course book states. . . “We live in an age of stress. In fact, many people today believe that
life is just one stressful thing after another. Some even say life has becomes a battle of survival in a war of
conflicting commitments. This study assumes that life is a gift from God to be enjoyed, embraced, and
expressed in satisfying service. God sets a preferred path before us, a way of peace, inviting us to leave joyless,
tired, frazzled ways and to come live an abundant life born of the serenity of the soul. This study will examine
some of the root spiritual causes of current widespread frustration and fatigue. Moreover it will teach
biblically-based, spiritual responses to stress that can lead to growing and enduring peace. The soul centered in
Christ rests in grace, lets go of the driven pursuits of the ego, and finds deep joy in a sane and genuinely
fulfilling daily life.”

If you plan to attend please either use the sign-up sheet in the Good Shepherd narthex or you may call the Church Office (732-
842-4596) or Pastor Elstad (732-864-0616) or email good-shepherd@verizon.net

Each attendee will need to purchase a copy of the course book, the price of which is $7.00.