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 […]
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 […]
The St. Brigid’s Guild prepares frozen meal items on a regular basis for anyone in need, helps when called upon with meal preparation for parish activities and outreach, and is continually expanding the cooking knowledge of its members. St. Brigid’s Guild Cook day is on the third Friday of every month in the PLC kitchen. […]
If you like to knit and or crochet, or are interested in learning, then you are welcome and invited to join the Prayer Shawl Ministry at Good Shepherd. We meet the third Friday of the month at 10:30a in the art room upstairs in the Education building. Yarn and friendship are provided! For more information […]
Join Good Shepherd on the Hill/Hillside Early Childhood Center and the Austin community in supporting the National Alliance on Mental Illness – Central Texas by walking a 5K with our team and/or making a financial contribution. Together, we can contribute to better mental health in the greater Austin area. Parking is available at the beginning […]
Altar preparation for worship.
Join us to help Community First! Village set up new houses for our unhoused neighbors. Volunteers assemble furniture, stock pantries, hang pictures, and clean and stock linens. We also have an opportunity to tour the Village after our shift. Good Shepherd parishioners volunteer the 3rd Saturday of each month. We need 12 volunteers total, 6 […]
This fall we have scheduled a workshop on creating a meditation based on daily bible verses. The workshop will be offered at two different times at the Windsor campus: Saturday October 18th 9:30am-noon and Wednesday November 12th 6:30pm- 9:00p. We will explore examples of written and graphic meditations and try our hand at exercises for […]
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.
El Buen Samaritano is an Episcopal organization that works to help Austin families access healthcare, workforce development, youth education, and essential resources. Beginning this month, Good Shepherd is partnering with El Buen through monthly "El Buen Samaritano Sunday" diaper drives. Please bring your donation of diapers, baby wipes, and formula on the third Sunday of […]
