Both campuses gather in Advent to measure and pack over 35,000 meals for people in developing nations – a much-loved tradition. Volunteers help to set up the Rise Against Hunger packing equipment and supplies the day before the pack and help to clean up afterwards. For more information, please contact Kelly Molak. Windsor Sign up […]
The Good Shepherd Music Ministry presents a Festival of Lessons & Carols for Advent at 6:00p in the Windsor, nave. Favorite carols, choral masterworks and great organ music will be offered, with a reception following in the Parish Life Center. For questions, please contact Chris Oelkers.
We gather in person to support one another in the trials and joys of motherhood. We hold space to meet weekly and explore together mini-sabbaths and bite-size spiritual practices when there is seemingly never enough time in the day for ourselves. The group is comprised of moms of all ages, with a particular emphasis on […]
This Bible study is for any woman in transition—those new to being empty nesters, retirement, or any of the many other transitions in life. Together we read different books of the Bible, explore the books’ meaning at the time they were written and how the stories speak to our lives today. Some of us are […]
The Men's Bible Study invites all men of the parish to join them on Tuesday nights from 6:30 to 8:00p as they study the Bible together. Participants can bring any Bible translation they like. They also read commentaries and the the Book of Common Prayer to enhance their understanding of the Bible, aiming for a […]
All dads are invited to our newly forming Dad’s Bible Study from 7:00a–8:15a in the Windsor, vestry room. Come for coffee, breakfast, and—most importantly—the Bible and the bread of life, Jesus. This is a great opportunity to gather with other dads who are striving to be the best dads, partners, and people they can be. […]
Esperanza/TOOF Holiday Get-TogetherTuesday, December 17 • 3:00–5:00 PMOffsite at Esperanza Community Join us for a special Holiday Get-Together at Esperanza Community, hosted in partnership with The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF) and sponsored by The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. This open house is an opportunity for our parish community, Esperanza residents, board members, donors, […]
This quiet, reflective service takes time to pray specifically for those whose names appear on our prayer lists - those who suffer in any way, our expectant mothers and newborn babies and their families, those who have died, and those serving in the armed forces. Anointing of the sick is offered to those who so […]
The Good Shepherd Evensong Choir is a smaller ensemble drawn from the adult choir. This ensemble sings at Evensong on the second Sunday of every month during the program year. Evening Prayer is the time with the church gathers to give thanks for the day that is ending, and Evensong is an expression of this, […]
The Good Shepherd Adult Choir leads worship at our 10:30a Sunday services in the church building and at special liturgies throughout the year. We draw on the very best of ancient, modern and world music, including works by local Austin composers. If you can sing well, are willing to work hard, and can commit to […]
This weekly class meets from 9:30a–11:00a, and explores the question “How should I read the Bible?” by combining a careful reading of scripture with the tools of ancient and modern biblical scholarship, as well as biblical and theological interpretation. No prior knowledge is required, just faithful curiosity and a desire to learn. New members are […]
Women on the Journey meets in person and online for a time of spiritual connection, mutual support, study and prayer. Members find meaning and guidance for their own spiritual journeys and also become companions to one another on the journey of faith to which Christ beckons. New members are welcome to join us at any […]
Talented organists from the Austin area will present 45-minute programs of seasonal organ music in the Windsor Nave. Concerts begin at 12:15 p.m. Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted. For more information, contact Chris Oelkers. December 4th: Dr. Jill Nennmann, Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary December 11th: Dr. Midori Ataka, St. Louis King […]
All volunteers are welcome!
Do you want to learn more about the Bible, Christian tradition and Church History, while nurturing your faith? If so, consider joining Good Shepherd’s Education for Ministry group. Good Shepherd’s Education for Ministry group (EfM) is a Christian formation program founded and administered through the University of the South at Sewanee. Through study, prayer, worship […]
