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SUNDAY SPOTLIGHT
We hope you pray for those in the Middle East as the conflict and violence continues. We invite you to contemplate what you feel when you pray about this, and to focus on that and pray for peace. Your concern for the lives of others is what makes peace possible.
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PLEASE PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT FOR 2024
All of our ministries depend on your support. We ask you to pledge now for 2024. By telling us now what you expect to give in 2024, you let us plan our ministries for the coming year. Take a look at our first stewardship parish-wide email that was sent out on Sunday. We hope you prayerfully consider your pledge to Good Shepherd to support the parish and the ministries we share.
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STEWARDSHIP SMALL GROUP GATHERINGS
September 18–October 27 | various times, offsite
Meet fellow parishioners and hear from the clergy and vestry about the state of the parish and ministry goals for 2024. These stewardship small group gatherings take place in parishioners’ homes. For a list of dates, times and locations, and to RSVP, please click HERE or contact Dawn at the church office at 512-476-3523.
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Thursday, October 19 | 7:00p–9:00p, the Hill
Join us at the Hill for a performance of traditional Pakistani folk music by Mujeeb Ruzik. Ruzik performs traditional Hunza music on the rubab and the xingini, traditional Pakistani instruments. This is a rare opportunity for the Austin community to hear this music. Mujeeb will be accompanied by sitar and percussion. In the midst of an uncertain and divided world, let’s reach beyond ourselves and take action to keep Austin welcoming. This special performance is brought to us by Austin Against Hate Initiative. For more information about Music on the Hill please contact Matt Bradshaw.
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FALL GOOD SHEPHERD FARMERS MARKET
Saturday, October 21 | 9:00a–1:00p
Windsor, the common and outdoor parking lot
Each week, we bring you a variety of new and all your favorite vendors. Start your Saturday at the market with fresh coffee and breakfast tacos. Shop for produce, eggs, gluten-free alternatives, ready-made foods, and artisanal goods. Enjoy live music and lunch from our food trucks and chefs in the courtyard at our tables under the oak trees. Kids and dogs are always welcome. If you know of any vendors you'd like to see at the market, please have them contact the market coordinator. Visit the market's Instagram page for a list of each week's upcoming vendors, events and music.
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COMMEMORATION OF THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED:
NAME SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Sunday, October 22, both campuses
We will celebrate All Souls’ Day on Sunday, October 29. That day’s worship services will include a reading of the necrology, the names of those in this parish family who have died. To submit a name to be read aloud during the services please email Kathy Jolink no later than Sunday, October 22. In addition, the musical setting of the Requiem service by John Rutter will be presented by the Good Shepherd Choir and Orchestra during the 10:30a service in the Windsor church building on Sunday, October 29 and the necrology will be read at the 8:00a, 10:30a (nave, Communion Cafe and the Hill) and 6:00p services.
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NEWCOMER WELCOME COFFEE
Sunday, October 22 | 11:30a–12:30p, Windsor, Allen Hall
All parishioners, old and new, are invited to our fall Newcomer Welcome Coffee. Following the 10:30a services, join us for coffee, refreshments, and connection. For more information contact Kathy Jolink.
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ST. BRIGID'S PIE PICK UP
Sunday, October 22 | 11:30a-noon, Windsor, common
St. Brigid's Guild's chicken pot pie pre-orders will be available for pick up Sunday, October 22 between 11:30a and noon in the common outside the main doors of the church building and the Parish Life Center. We hope you can pick one up for yourself or a loved one! For more information, please contact Louise Brown.
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ST. ANNE'S GUILD MONTHLY MEETING
Tuesday, October 24 | 10:00a-12:00p, Windsor, PLC
Please join St. Anne’s Guild for its monthly meeting. The Guild is a women’s organization dedicated to social, intellectual and spiritual enrichment achieved through monthly fellowship and programs. Our speakers will be Jessica Riels, Director of Programs and Karolina Gwiazda, Creative Director at Good Shepherd. They will share with us what Good Shepherd has to offer for the new program year and the new theme “Reaching Beyond Ourselves”. You won’t want to miss this one! Light snacks are provided afterwards. All members of the church are always invited.
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WEDNESDAYS ON WINDSOR:
WHEN IN OUR MUSIC GOD IS GLORIFIED - PART 3
Wednesday, October 25 | 5:00p–7:30p, Windsor, PLC
Music is a powerful aspect of our worship experience. Join us as we discuss and consider the meanings behind some of our most popular hymns. The third part of our series culminates with a Hymn Sing at 6:30p. Led by Chris Oelkers, Director of Music & Organist and featuring members of the Good Shepherd Choir! Register for dinner served from 5:00p-7:00p in the Parish Life Center. For more information please contact Jessica Riels.
10.25 Menu:
Pork Loin
Roast Potatoes
Green Beans
Green Salad
Chocolate Mousse
Upcoming Wednesday on Windsor schedule:
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SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, October 25 | 6:30p–7:30p
Windsor, Reflection Room
Parenting is hard when there is a partnership, and it has particular challenges when you are doing it solo. Join with others as we build a community of support for one another. This is open to members of Good Shepherd as well as members of the larger community in need of this kind of support. This group is open to any adult who parents without a partner and childcare is available if needed. Come and have dinner in the PLC beginning at 5:00m and then head upstairs to gather in support with other single parents. Led by the Rev. Paige Alvarez Hanks.
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PARENT BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, October 25 | 6:30p–7:30p
Windsor, Admin Building, 2nd floor
Join with the Rev. Brin Bon and fellow parents of young children for a 3-session book group reading Emily Oster’s, The Family Firm.This book explores the idea of “mission-first” or “values-driven” decision making for families of elementary-age kids and younger. Alongside a discussion of Oster’s book, we will talk about the role of faith in determining your family’s values and how to prioritize spiritual growth and Christian formation—for you and your children— in your busy life. Nursery care available upon request. Contact the Rev. Brin Bon with questions.
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THE ORDER OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
Sunday, October 29 | noon-1:00p, Windsor, Media room
Learn together about the Order of the Daughters of the King. This is the official discernment course for women seeking to learn more about and consider a commitment to DOK. We will meet on October 29, November 12, December 10, and January 14, 21 and 28 at noon in the media room on the 2nd floor of the Education building. Each meeting is important to attend if you are considering becoming a member of the Daughters. For more information, please contact the Rev. Paige Alvarez Hanks.
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TRUNK OR TREAT
Sunday, October 29 | 5:30p–7:00p, the Hill
Join us for our second annual Trunk or Treat at the Hill, where kids will trick or treat at car trunks in the church parking lot. Sign up for a parking spot and decorate your car trunk (keep it family friendly, please!) and fill it with goodies. Enjoy a cake walk, face painting, Raising Cane’s and Tacoman 512 food trucks, live music, and activities for kids! This event is open to our community and the surrounding neighborhood–all are welcome! To sign up to volunteer, bring baked goods for the cake walk and/or decorate your car please please click HERE. For more information please contact the Rev. Laurence Wainwright-Maks.
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TRUNK OR TREAT CANDY DONATIONS
Until Friday October 27, both campuses
We need nut-free candy donations for Trunk or Treat at the Hill! We have drop off locations at Windsor, in the bin located in the Education Center atrium, in the administration building on Windsor, and the Hill. We’ll be collecting candy donations until Friday October 27 on both campuses. Thank you for helping to make this event so fun and memorable every year!
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✨JUST FOR GS KIDS!✨
CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY
So much is happening in children and youth ministry! If you want to stay in the know, please contact the Rev. Brin Bon to be added to the children, youth and family ministry e-mail list. to see this month's newsletter, click HERE.
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COMMUNITY FIRST! VILLAGE: MOVE-INS
Saturday, October 21 | 9:00a, offsite
Community First! Village (CF!V) is a 51-acre community that provides affordable, permanent housing and a supportive community for people coming out of chronic homelessness. Come be a part of the Spirit at work in our community. We will meet at Community First! Village and we will be guided to one of the new homes to clean and furnish for unhoused neighbors. This is a wonderful opportunity for families with teens to serve together. All volunteers are welcome. Click HERE to sign up!
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TRINITY STREETS
Sunday, November 5 | 2:00p–4:30p, offsite
At Trinity Streets, we serve meals for 40-65 people coming in off the streets of downtown Austin on Sunday afternoons. Volunteers serve by preparing and serving meals, hosting a worship service for those coming to Trinity Center, and cleaning the kitchen afterwards. To register please click HERE.
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MOBILE LOAVES & FISHES:
FOOD TRUCK PREP + RUNS
Thursday, November 16, offsite
Join Good Shepherd’s Team 102 for the Mobile Loaves & Fishes Food Truck prep and run. Sign up to prepare sandwiches and load the truck from 4:00p–5:00p at the Mobile Loaves and Fishes Commissary (at St. John Neumann’s Catholic Church). You may also sign up for the truck run from 5:00p–7:00p, where you’ll take food to several locations around Austin. All volunteers are welcome!
To sign up please click HERE.
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TURKEY PILGRIMAGE INFO SESSION
Sunday, November 5 | after 10:30a services, Windsor, PLC
Interested in visiting the sites of some of the earliest Christian communities including Ephesus, Cappadocia and Smyrna? Join the Rev. Stanford Adams on a pilgrimage to Turkey from April 18-28, 2024. We’ll explore the sites of Istanbul as well as tour historical Christian landmarks. Follow in apostle Paul’s footsteps as we visit some of the earliest churches on record, and witness where Paul gathered his first Christian congregations. We’ll reflect on how these events and places inform our faith today. For additional information, please contact Mary Hilliard.
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MORE WAYS TO CONNECT
For information on all of the ways you can worship with us, take part in formation and serve others, please click here. For a list of upcoming events, click here.
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