Get Connected!
Whether this is your first time here or you are a long-time member, we want to help you get connected! Take a look below at our weekly announcements to find out about upcoming events and other ways to get involved at SOTV.
This Week's Announcements - February 15
Pastor Krueger Retirement Celebration
March 1 at 12 p.m.
SOTV Gym
Please join us on Sunday, March 1, as we give thanks for Pastor Krueger and celebrate his years of faithful ministry! A retirement luncheon will be held immediately following the 10:30 worship service at noon in the church gym, followed by a short program honoring Pastor Krueger. Registration is required to ensure an accurate count for food.
SOTV Introduces New Care Ministry
SOTV is launching a new Care Ministry designed to walk alongside people through every season of life. This ministry brings together several caring teams that support those who are hospitalized, homebound, recovering from illness, or simply in need of a helping hand with errands or meals for a short time. It also creates space for personal visits and meaningful conversation—even if that’s just meeting for coffee during a life transition like becoming an empty nester or navigating one of life’s unexpected challenges through prayer. As a new ministry, it will continue to grow and change over time as we learn what works best and respond to the needs of our church family, with one simple goal: making sure no one walks alone. Please visit the SOTV website’s Relational Ministries page or click HERE to learn more or submit a Care Ministry request. If you are interested in serving on a Care Ministry team, please send an email using the link below.
2026 Cancer Companions Bible Study
Cancer can be a deeply personal and often overwhelming journey—and no one should have to walk it alone. Cancer Companions is a caring ministry at Shepherd of the Valley created to support individuals who are currently facing cancer, those who have walked through it in the past, and family members or caregivers who have shared in that journey.
This small, supportive group is led by trained SOTV facilitators and meets virtually over nine sessions, using the study Seeing God in Your Cancer Journey. Together, participants are invited into a safe, compassionate space to share, reflect, listen, and find encouragement along the way.
We are now welcoming participants for our 2026 Cancer Companions study. If you—or someone you love—might find comfort, connection, and hope through this ministry, we invite you to reach out to the church office or the individuals listed below. You do not need to be a member of Shepherd of the Valley to take part—this space is open to all.
You are not alone, and you are welcome here.
Save the Date for the Shepherd's Flock ELC Twice Blessed Consignment Sale
March 27, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. & March 28, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
SOTV - mulitple rooms
Looking for gently used children’s items in great condition at prices that won’t break the bank? The Shepherd’s Flock ELC Twice Blessed Consignment Sale is your one-stop shop! Now in its 23rd year, this beloved sale features everything from toys and clothing to maternity items and furniture — if you can imagine it, it might be there! The sale currently needs sellers and volunteers! Seller packets are available for $20 at the church office — or just $10 if you volunteer for two or more hours.
Now Hiring Nursery Help
SOTV currently is looking for a childcare provider for children in our nursery on Sunday mornings from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. once a month and possibly during special events. Children in nursery care will be 4 years old and under. This is a paid position. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Training is provided. If you are interested, please contact our Director of Children and Family Ministry, Tia Pugh.
Serve at SOTV in 2026!
We have several opportunities to serve now in a variety of areas. When needed, training will be provided. Please reach out to the appropriate contact if you are interested in learning more. We hope everyone at SOTV finds a way to support our church family through a heart of service.
Tech Ministry - Contact Angie Spann
- Run slides for 10:30 worship
- Run sound for worship services
Music Ministry - Contact Angie Spann
- Pianist for 8 a.m. services
- Adult choir director
- Adult choir member
- JuBELLation (handbell) choir member
Newcomer Ministry - Contact Meg Zierke
- Info Table/Visitor Check-In Facilitator
Children’s Ministry - Contact Tia Pugh
- Sunday School teacher
- Children’s Message leader
Worship Ministry - Contact Angie Spann
- Usher
- Greeter
- Scripture Reader
- Altar Guild
Seeking a New Adult Choir Director
SOTV is currently looking for a director for the Adult Choir. This group of men and women perform during our regular worship services, as well as special performances during the Advent and Lenten seasons. The Adult choir rehearses on Monday evenings at 6 p.m. If you are interested in this volunteer position, please contact our Director of Worship, Music and High School Youth, Angie Spann.
Mission-Vision-Values Bible Class Now Available Online
In October 2025, our Adult Bible Class focused on delving deeper into SOTV's mission, vision and values. By exploring these principles together, we aimed to enhance our understanding of what it means to be on this journey as a church family. You can now watch these study sessions and accompanying sermons online to learn more about the values we hold dear at SOTV and how you can embody them in your own lives. You can find the video recordings for this study under the Bible Studies section of our website or by using the link HERE.
Daily Devotion and Prayer Available on Zoom
Have you have been looking for a way to start your day in God’s word? SOTV offers a daily devotion live on Zoom at 7:30 a.m. which follows the readings from the church year calendar. This devotion is led by Pastor John David Monday -Thursday, and by a member of our congregation on Fridays. If you wake up a bit earlier, you can jump on the Zoom at 7:15 to join others for morning prayer. Please email Pastor John David to request the Zoom link and meeting code. Previous devotions are available to listen to on our SoundCloud page.
Support Our Door 6 Ministry
Our “Door 6” ministry team -- made up of both high school youth and adults volunteers -- provides a free continental breakfast to students from Valley High School who park in our lot. Each Tuesday morning during the school year, VHS students make stopping by Door 6 to snag some breakfast items before heading to school part of their weekly routine. Our team builds relationships with the students by learning their names and activities they’re involved in, then sending them off with a cheerful smile and wishing them the best each week. It’s another way SOTV is practicing growing relationships with those outside our walls!
You can help SOTV continue this practice of our “genuine hospitality” value in one of three ways:
- Purchase a RaiseRight gift card for HyVee on Sunday morning and donate it to help pay for breakfast items.
- Donate directly using our online giving link. Select “General” for fund, and be sure to type “Door 6 Ministry” in the memo line.
- Help out on Tuesday mornings. Contact Angie Spann to sign up.
Support Our High School Youth Using Raise Right Giftcards
Purchasing gift cards through RaiseRight is an EASY way you can support the kids in our High School Youth Group. For every gift card you buy, a percentage in cashback is deposited directly into our fundraising account to help pay for travel, food and other costs related to participating in mission trips, district events and youth gatherings.
Download the RaiseRight mobile app to purchase e-gift cards instantly to use right from your phone. Download the RaiseRight app today at www.raiseright.com and sign up using our church enrollment code: AC2D2442L516. Or CLICK HERE for a direct link to our sign up page. For any questions, please contact our Raise Right coordinator, Amber Kelley.