Worship and Bible Study Times
2024 Statistics
Membership | 254 Average Worship Attendance | 143
Sunday School Attendance | 37 Bible Study Attendance | 73
Sunday Service 9:00 a.m.
All are welcome to this service held in our sanctuary. You may also attend this service in our parking lot by tuning your radio to 89.5 FM and online on Facebook. After our Sunday Worship service we gather in our great room for goodies, coffee and fellowship time.
Sunday Adult Bible Class 10:30 a.m.
This is usually a study in which the subject changes a few times per year. The goal here is to understand the world through a Biblical World View. The format is a large group active discussion with Pastor Schoen directing.
You have the option to attend by zoom. Send email to sotvscfinfo@gmail.com for more information.
Tuesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m.
This is usually a study in which the subject changes a few times per year. The goal here is to understand the world through a Biblical World View. The format is a large group active discussion with Pastor Schoen directing.
You have the option to attend by zoom. Send email to sotvscfinfo@gmail.com for more information.
Thursday Evening "The Chosen" TV Series 6:00 p.m.
As participants are watching one episode a week, they will be following a study guild that was prepared by Pastor Jeff Schneich of Christ Lincoln in Lincoln NE. (see the more information under the education tab- Adult Bible Study)
Saturday Morning Men's Bible Study 7:30 a.m.
This Bible Study is intended for men of SOTV and Friends to come together for fellowship and to grow in faith by God's Word.
Special Services for 2025:
Lenten Services 7:00 p.m. (March 5, 2025 to April 9, 2025)
During March and April, we are dedicating Wednesday evenings from 7:00-7:35 p.m. to grow in our relationship with our Savior. We believe that the more we know about Jesus, the more we’ll be drawn to worship and adore Him. The Lenten season begins Wednesday, March 5, 2025 with an Ash Wednesday service at 7:00 p.m. Lenten suppers will be from 5:00 p.m.- 6:45 p.m.
Even though the Scriptures do NOT mention Lent, it has been a longstanding tradition of the Christian Church. It was a time of preparation for Easter. From the earliest of times, it was customary for Christians to fast before Easter. At first, it was a two-day fast (Friday and Saturday). As time passed, the fast was extended to a week. By 350 AD the church observed forty days of Lent, making it a time of repentance and self-denial.
At the time of the Reformation (1500's), some Christians wanted to eliminate Lent since Scripture didn't command it. But Martin Luther urged that it be kept, since he saw it as an opportunity to strengthen faith in Christ. Luther said: "Lent, Palm Sunday and Holy Week shall be retained, not to force anyone to fast, but to preserve the Passion History and the Gospels appointed for that season."
"Passion." We are familiar with this word from the movie, The Passion of the Christ. The word really denotes great feeling, particularly suffering or agony. During this Lenten season we will reflect on the passion of our Lord, view His deep love for us and hold the cross before our eyes, which is the eternal sign of His love.
At Shepherd of the Valley we are convinced that the more you know about Jesus, the more you'll be drawn to worship and adore Him. That's why we're dedicating our Wednesday evenings during March to grow in our relationship with our Savior. A brief service will be held each Wednesday from 7:00 - 7:35 p.m.
Maundy Thursday Service, 7:00 p.m. April 17, 2025
Evening worship that includes the service of Communion. This service reminds of the Last Supper. This is the first part of the Easter service. This service does not conclude until Easter morning.
Good Friday Tenebrae Service, 7:00 p.m. April 18, 2025
Evening Tenebrae worship. As Jesus speaks to us from the cross, we darken the sanctuary. This is the second part of the Easter worship service. We ask that people leave quietly out of respect for Christ's sacrifice for us all.
Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, 6:30 a.m. April 20, 2025
Join us for a triumphant Easter morning service. Expect an ensemble of musical instruments and our choir singing on this glorious morning. Then immediately following the service, join us for Easter breakfast in the Great Room from 7:30 a.m.-8:45 a.m.
Easter Sunday Service, 9:00 a.m. April 20, 2025
Join us for a triumphant Easter morning service. Expect an ensemble of musical instruments and our choir singing on this glorious morning.
Examination Sunday, 9:00 a.m. April 27, 2025
The 7-8 graders will profess what they learned about God’s Word in front of the congregation in preparation for Confirmation.
Confirmation Sunday, 9:00 a.m. May 4, 2025
The 8th graders will confirm their faith, and participate in the Lord’s Supper for the first time.
Thanksgiving Day Service, 9:00 a.m. November 27, 2025
Join us for a service where you will be able to reflect on giving thanks. In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Sunday School Christmas Service, 9:00 a.m. December 21, 2025
Come and see the children share the joy of Christmas!
Christmas Eve Service, 4:00 p.m. December 24, 2025
Join us for a Candlelight Christmas Eve Service. This service has glorious singing from our choir that focus on Jesus' Birth.
Christmas Day Service, 9:00 a.m. December 25, 2025
Happy Birthday Jesus! Join us as we celebrate the Birth of Jesus.
New Year's Eve Service, 7:00 p.m. December 31, 2025
Evening worship that includes Communion. Join us as we close out 2025 together.