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 […]
Contemplative prayer, a form of Christian meditation, aims to open practitioners to the presence of God who dwells with us always. The tone of this prayer is peace, stillness and quiet. Contemplative prayer seeks a personal encounter with God through silence and is powerful when practiced with others. This prayer group meets in person from […]
Come one, come all to the Hill in celebration of Shrove Tuesday & Mardi Gras! A long tradition of the church, on the day before Lent begins, people use up their rich foods in preparation for a season of fasting. This year, the Hill & Hillside will celebrate this tradition with a delicious “breakfast for […]
Laissez les bon temps rouler at our Mardi Gras supper before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Pancakes for the kids and a Gumbo Cook-off for the adults! Live music from The Clacks. Please sign up here by Sunday, February 15 to enter the great Good Shepherd Gumbo Cook-off and volunteer at the event! […]
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 […]
Join us for 7a Ash Wednesday service.
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. […]
All are invited to stop by the front doors of the Hill for ashes…to go!
Join us for noon Ash Wednesday service.
Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return. Ash Wednesday is the opening liturgy to the season of Lent, a period of spiritual discernment, study, and reconciliation with God and neighbor. Mark the day by attending a noonday Eucharist at the Hill with the marking of ashes and Holy Communion.
We come to this season with cluttered lives and conflicted hearts. On Ash Wednesday we begin to let go – learn to lay aside what weighs us down. Ashes, prayers, fasting, opening hearts and hands and minds, mark the Lenten journey that begins this day. You can receive ashes to go in our outdoor Wayside […]
Join us for 6p Ash Wednesday service.
Join us for 7:00p Ash Wednesday service.
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 […]
