Announcement Page
Saturday, May 21, 2022
WORSHIP CONNECT GROW SERVE
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Please join us for Father Doug's farewell on Sunday!!
Artie's Party Recap -- Thank You!
One last Sunday Ready before we break for the summer.
Vacation Bible School is back: enroll now & seeking volunteers
We're still seeking Sunday morning volunteers for the summer
Here's what's happening.
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Visit our online calendar for dates, times, links, and information on programs and ministries of all kinds. Just click on the event to see details or registration forms. |
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Rector Transition Information
On Sunday, May 22 we will have a courtyard reception after both services to celebrate Fr. Doug and wish him well in the next phase of his career.
For answers to important questions, please visit the Rector Transition page on the Good Shepherd website. On the page you will find news about plans underway for the reception, how to contribute to a purse, and more. Of course, if you have any other questions, let us know.
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CURRENT PANDEMIC PROTOCOLS |
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Masks are now optional on campus. We continue to monitor local metrics and if there is a change, this protocol will be adjusted accordingly.
Love Thy Neighbor
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In-person Sunday worship at 8 and 10. Masks optional.
Love Thy Neighbor
In-person worship every Sunday morning at 8:00 AM (Rite I) and 10:00 AM (Rite II).
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The 10:00 service will livestream. Access the service from the Livestream page.There is no livestream at the 8:00 service.
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Morning Prayer
Live weekdays at 9:00 am.
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Print or download the bulletin for each day on our Prayer page.
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Sunday Ready
One last episode before we take the summer off.
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Find Meaning and Purpose through Service
Good Shepherd is currently seeking volunteers to serve in the following areas:
- Ushers for 8am and 10am Sunday services
- Readers for both services
- Acolytes (8 & 10)
- Eucharistic Ministers
- Coffee Hour hosts
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Did You Miss the Party?
We missed you! Artie's Party proceeds fund Good Shepherd's Committed Outreach Ministries for a year. Thanks to everyone who made this event and our mission to be a beacon of faith, hope, and love possible.
If you would still like to participate, it's not too late.
- Did you know that for $100 our Manna Bag Ministry is able to provide balanced bag lunch meals to 40 people? We distribute Manna Bags through St. George's Community Center and we were able to do so throughout the pandemic with your support. For some people receiving this food, it's their only meal of the day.
- Our food pantry provides non-perishable food items and a gift card for milk and eggs to stretch the meal possibilities. You can provide supplemental food cards to 10 families per week for only $50. We currently serve about 50 families per week.
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Online Auction items will be available for pickup in the office on Sunday, May 22, or during the week, Tuesday through Friday from 10-2, or by appointment.
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Youth Group is back in "The Barn" every Wednesday!
Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to Good Shepherd's program for teens. You will LOVE our new youth rooms!
GS KIDS SUNDAY SCHOOL at 10AM every Sunday in the Ryon Building.
NURSERY for children 0-2 years old on Sundays at 10AM.
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Good Guys Men's Fellowship
The Good Guys meet in the Parish Hall for breakfast every Friday at 8:00 AM. All Good Shepherd men are welcome!
Morning Glory Women's Fellowship
Meets on the second and fourth Friday morning at the Jersey Diner, 716 N US Hwy 1. All Good Shepherd women are invited to attend!
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Bible Study with Clergy:
The Green Bible
Exploring our Relationship with God and the Earth
Wednesdays beginning April 27
In-Person at 11 AM
Join Fr. Derek for this five-week series as we explore themes of creation care, the environment, and nature within scripture.
Visit the STUDY page to view the first session.
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Theological Book Study
Thursday, May 26 at 4:00 pm
We will begin reading Freeing Jesus: Rediscovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence by Diana Butler Bass. Freeing Jesus is an invitation to rediscover Jesus in all his many manifestations, to experience Jesus beyond the narrow confines we have built around him. It renews our hope in faith and worship at a time when we need it most. This group meets in the library or on Zoom. Link will post on the Study page of GoodShepOnline.org.
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Youth and Family Ministries
Sunday School at 10:00 AM !
Nursery too!
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*** Volunteers needed: scroll down to "Serve" section of newsletter! *** |
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Can you help with Vacation Bible School? It's five mornings of your life but it makes a lasting impression on children for many years to come. If you ever wanted to impact Christian formation, this is your opportunity!
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Pennies For Heaven Thrift Shop
Regular hours are Tuesday - Friday, 11-4. Now open Saturdays 10-2 in April and May!
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Pennies for Heaven, Good Shepherd's on-site thrift shop, is open and offering great deals on everything from clothes to housewares, jewelry to furniture. Thanks to everyone who supports this important ministry!
REGULAR HOURS: Tuesday through Friday, from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. We are accepting donations during these hours, too! Like us on Facebook!
HOURS 11-4, TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
Remember that we also have a new phone number: 561-406-2923. Give us a call!
Big News!
Pennies will be open Saturdays 10 AM-2 PM
April through May!
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"For I was hungry, and you gave me food." - Matt. 25:35
This week, we served 48 families and an estimated 165 individuals. Your food donations make a real difference: you are helping real people, many of whom never expected to ever have to ask for assistance. Remember: needs change rapidly!
Your cash and online donations to the Food Pantry help to sustain this ministry when we are low on certain items. We are so grateful for your generous gifts.
Supply request of the week:
In addition, we always welcome:
- Reusable cloth bags to distribute food
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Publix gift cards in $5 amounts help folks supplement with milk and eggs, too!
Your faithful support of this ministry is truly a blessing. Please keep our team of dedicated volunteers in your prayers.
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Notice: The Food Pantry is open on Tuesdays only from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Food Donations may be left with an attendant during those hours OR may be left at Pennies for Heaven during their business hours of Tuesday through Friday, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, OR just bring items to church on Sunday!
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Missed Giving Sunday? Pledge now! |
We are so grateful for the terrific response to our Generosity 2022 campaign!
A couple reminders:
- If you make an automated recurring gift through your bank or through our giving platform, we would still like to know your annual pledge amount for 2022.
Visit the Giving Page for complete information including online pledge forms and giving FAQs.
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WE ARE IN LEVEL 2 OF REOPENING
In accordance with Diocesan guidelines, continuation of improved metrics, and acceptance of our Reopening Plan, the following are scheduled:
In-person Worship
Sundays, at 8:00 am, Rite I
In-person Worship
& Livestream Worship for ALL
Sundays, at 10:00 am, Rite II
Office (limited hours)
Weekly Schedule: Tuesday - Friday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Pennies For Heaven Thrift Shop
Weekly Schedule: Tuesday - Friday, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
April through May: Saturday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Beware of phone and internet scams!! |
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PLEASE be alert to telephone and internet scams. We have received information about a few phishing scams that send emails to parishioners as if Fr. Doug has written them. He has not. Fr. Doug will never ask you to buy gift cards or other items for him because he's too busy. To be sure a message is from the real Fr. Doug, always look for the @goodsheponline.org and not Gmail, Comcast, Yahoo, or any other email server.
AND...also be careful about phone calls you receive from callers identifying themselves as the IRS or Social Security. They will never call you either. And they certainly will not ask for credit card information or bank account numbers. Don't worry about being polite. Just hang up.
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Church Online
Each Sunday, the worship service broadcasts live on our website, YouTube, and Facebook at 10:00 am. There is no livestream of the 8:00 am service. Visit our website at the link below. You can find weekly services, resources for daily prayer, service opportunities and other important updates about how we can stay connected during this time of social distance.
Morning Prayer
We gather online weekdays at 9:00 a.m. for live Morning Prayer on the Prayer page (under the Worship tab) of our website. You can access an Order of Service for Morning Prayer there, too. Can't make it at 9:00? Watch the recording on our You Tube channel, Facebook, or on our site at 10:00.
Online Giving
Your continued giving allows us to bring church into your living room each week. We are still working to bring you digital content, community support, fellowship, and pastoral care. Even if you are not utilizing digital resources fully, know that in this uncertain time, people everywhere are hungry for spiritual connection and are visiting Good Shepherd from around the country and around the world. Please visit the Giving Page on our for ways you can be a beacon of faith, hope, and love.
Office Hours
Church offices are open 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday, as part of our LEVEL TWO reopening plan. Outside of these hours, the staff will work remotely from home and will continue to check phone messages and e-mails daily.
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Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and School
The Very Rev. Dr. Douglas F. Scharf, Rector
The Rev. Derek Larson, Assistant Rector
561-746-4674
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