Godly Play is a creative, imaginative approach to christian formation and spiritual guidance for children 3 years old (potty trained) through 2nd grade. Every Sunday children gather in our Education Center to learn about the Bible and explore God's expansive presence and unconditional love for them. Check-in begins at 10:15a with Godly Play lessons starting […]
Our second, primary service of mid-morning worship, Communion Café blends traditional, Episcopal worship and a relaxed, inclusive setting. Supported by the choral and musical leadership of a live, acoustic band, Communion Café includes readings from scripture; a sermon; prayers; congregational singing; and the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Nursery care available.
Join us for Worship on the Hill.
Our most well-attended hour of worship, we customarily pray this mid-morning service in the The Book of Common Prayer’s Rite II. Supported by the choral leadership of the Good Shepherd Choir and organ, the 10:30a includes readings from scripture; a sermon; congregational hymns; prayers for God’s Church, the world, ourselves, and one another; and the […]
Youth in 6th-12th grades are invited to come join us for a time of food, games, and Jesus! We will begin by eating a meal together from 12:00p–12:30p, then will enjoy a time of fellowship as we play together and spend time learning about God. Meets in the Youth Corner (Education Center). Register your teen […]
Our evening worship offers a more meditative, intimate atmosphere, acknowledging with prayer and setting the close of day. The 6:00p includes readings from scripture; a sermon; prayers; congregational hymns led by organ; and the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.
You're invited to be a founding member of Friends of Hillside, a new ministry supporting Hillside Early Childhood Center, Good Shepherd’s largest outreach program located in Southeast Austin. Friends of Hillside is a multi-generational group committed to breaking down barriers and finding simple, impactful ways to support Hillside Early Childhood Center through gifts of talent, […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Altar preparation for worship.
We pray our early morning celebration of the Holy Eucharist using The Book of Common Prayer’s Rite II. The 8:00a service includes a sermon and Holy Communion. This service does not include music, so there is ample opportunity for silence.
Early Church service
Paul and Barnabas had founded the Galatian churches on the first missionary journey (acts 13 + 14) by their preaching and teaching. After their departure, other teachers arrived and began to undermine Paul’s teaching. To address this “trouble” (1:7) and the confusion these teachers caused, Paul wrote a six-chaptered epistle. His three main questions were […]
The Children's Choir aims to foster a love of singing, musical skills to enjoy for a lifetime, and will feature performances in our worship services throughout the year. Children's Choir is open to children in Kindergarten-5th grades with no prior choir experience necessary. For more information, please contact our Children's Choir director, Kellie Brewer.
