Jodi Davis, How long have you been a part of Good Shepherd?
My husband and I joined Good Shepherd in November of 1995. That makes 30 years!!!
Finish the sentence: Discipleship is……. Or Following Jesus means……
Discipleship is taking up your cross daily and following Jesus. To me this is a lifelong, intentional process of learning, obeying and serving others.
What are you passionate about? How did you discover that passion?
I love to cook for large family gatherings. I also enjoy golf, playing mahjong and needlepoint.
You were recommended by a member of GSLC. Does that surprise you? What should people know about the community service work/work that you do?
The service that I do through Good Shepherd today looks very different from my work in the past. I am grateful that I have had the opportunity to serve in such a variety of ways! I started serving in the nursery and teaching Sunday School. I then spent many years helping with various WELCA events and projects and a variety of other committees. Today I enjoy participating in the Peacemakers Quilting Group, doing food deliveries and serving on the Storybook Project.
An added bonus is seeing God at work in the community and the fellowship opportunities that all of these service projects bring.
What is one thing you’re deeply grateful for right now?
I am deeply grateful for my growing family and time spent with them, especially at our lake house in Michigan.
Thankful for my church family and the many friendships, old and new!
What about your work (volunteer or paid) is the most fulfilling to you?
It is fulfilling to me to serve alongside the people I worship with. I feel confident that God has put these opportunities in my life and I receive the added bonus of growing in faith with other believers. It is wonderful to witness God working in the community alongside other members of Good Shepherd.
What is a favorite memory you have here at GSLC?
Favorite memories include: My children's baptisms, Vacation Bible School, El Salvador Mission trip, apple pie making days!
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Journey with us this Lent. This Sunday, February 22, at Good Shepherd, our texts take us out into the wilderness where we see Jesus' encounter with the Tempter. What does this story of temptation and resistance have to say to us, especially when we are faced with evil in our own lives. Join us for worship, for Holy Communion, for prayer and song as we gather this week at 9 AM. Our services are also live-streamed online if you are curious or can't make it in person. #elca #Lent2026 #champaignurbana #savoyillinois

Today is Ash Wednesday. We start the season of Lent with a physical reminder of both our mortality and our identity as children of God. Join us for worship at 7 PM tonight. If you can't make worship this evening, you are welcome to come to the front of the building between 12 and 1 for prayer and imposition of ashes in your vehicle. #elca #ashwednesday #champaignurbana #savoyillinois

Peacemaking God, the nations are in turmoil. We pray for an end to violent conflict in our own streets and cities and around the world. Give wisdom to negotiators and sanctuary to refugees. Defend any who are in danger. Merciful God, receive our prayer. #elca #SavoyIL #champaignurbana

Thank you to everyone who contributed to and helped pack our College Care Kits! Our twelve college students are going to be thrilled to receive the amazing treats, cards, messages and fun items that have been sent to them! #elca #SavoyIL #champaignurbana

This morning at our "Fastnacht Breakfast" we enjoyed a wonderful meal organized by our Fellowship Committee! Thank you to everyone who helped and to all that attended! #elca #champaignurbana #SavoyIL

We had an excellent morning exploring praying using all of our senses! Thank you to Pastor Lynette for leading us and for all who attended this enriching experience! #elca #champaignurbana #SavoyIL

Please help us send College Care Kits to our students by bringing in 12 of each item by Sunday, Feb. 15th:
• Candy, gum, and mints
• Hot cocoa mix
• Sweet and salty snacks: pretzels,
granola bars, crackers, fruit chews
• Microwaveable foods: popcorn packets, mug cake mixes, macaroni and cheese, instant oatmeal
• Stress squeezers
• Sticky notes and other fun office supplies
• Adult coloring books, puzzle books, and colored pencils or markers for brain breaks
• Gift cards to chain eateries, online shopping, or food delivery services
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Lent starts soon. Join us to begin this solemn season of prayer and scripture, care for neighbors and devotion to God on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 7 PM. If you can't attend the service in the evening, ashes and prayer will also be offered in front of the building from noon-1 PM. #elca