Lay Eucharistic visitors bring communion and prayers from the church altar to homebound members of our Good Shepherd family. We will host a fall interest meeting on Sunday, September 22 after the 10:30a services in the Windsor, vestry room with lunch provided. If you are interested in learning more about this important ministry or plan […]
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.
Music on the Hill is a concert series featuring world-class musicians in the intimate setting of the Hill. Join us for a special evening with Cat McGee, a singer-songwriter hailing from Dallas and Jan Seides, a singer-songwriter based in Austin to enjoy music in the “Best Unknown Listening Room in Austin!” $10 suggested donation, BYOB. Volunteers […]
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 […]
Our three-part fall series begins on Wednesday, September 25 with author Roger Hutchison. While exploring the theme of Understanding union with God and one another, we will focus each week on knowing yourself, knowing God and knowing each other - believing that all three parts are connected to Jesus's command that we love God and […]
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.
Nursery care is provided for our youngest members (under 3 years old) every Sunday during the 10:30a services on both campuses. In a warm and nurturing environment, we will assist you in beginning to build your child’s faith foundation from the ground up. Children can be picked up at any time. We look forward to […]
Edge Kids Bible Study (3rd-5th grade) Kids in 3rd-5th grade are encouraged to join with their friends every Sunday morning for a Bible Study that is fun and informative. Building on the foundation kids receive in our Godly Play program, this Bible Study is intended to help late-elementary kids develop biblical literacy and a vocabulary […]
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 […]
