The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

Holy Eucharist with an Acoustic Band: The Hill
2024-08-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-08-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-01 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | The Hill, 1700 Woodland Avenue, Austin, 78741, United States
Our second campus’ Sunday worship follows a slightly less-traditional Episcopal liturgy, in a comfortable setting. Prayed in the The Book of Common Prayer’s Rite II, and supported by the choral and musical leadership of a live, acoustic band, The Hill’s worship includes readings from scripture; a sermon; prayers; congregational singing; and the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.
The Hill worship also includes a brief children’s sermon, after which families may choose to allow their children to join appointed Youth for community-building time on the playground. Youth then lead participating children’s return to the sanctuary in time for Communion.
Nursery care available.

Holy Eucharist with Organ and Choir
2024-08-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-08-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Windsor Campus, Nave, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, 78703
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 celebration of the Holy Eucharist.

Holy Eucharist with Organ
2024-08-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-08-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Windsor Campus, Nave, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, 78703
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.

Healing Service
2024-08-21 17:30 - 18:00, 2024-08-28 17:30 - 18:00, 2024-09-04 17:30 - 18:00 | Windsor Campus, Chapel, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, TX, 78703, United States
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 desire, and the liturgy concludes with Holy Communion.
Wednesdays at 5:30p in the chapel on the Windsor campus.

Vestry Meeting at the Hill
2024-08-21 18:30 - 20:00 | The Hill, Parish Hall, 1700 Woodland Avenue, Austin, TX, 78741, United States
Regular monthly meeting of the parish vestry at the Hill.

Good Shepherd Adult Choir Rehearsal
2024-08-21 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-08-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-09-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Windsor Campus, Choir Room, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, TX, 78703, United States
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 a rehearsal schedule, we welcome your participation.
Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings from 7:30p – 9:00p.
No audition is needed, and you are welcome to sit in on a rehearsal any time if you’d like to try it out.
With question, please contact Chris Oelkers.

Altar Guild
2024-08-24 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-08-31 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Windsor Campus, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, TX, 78748, United States
A team of women who work together to prepare the church and PLC for Sunday worship.
They serve on Saturdays from 9:00a–10:00a and on their scheduled Sunday morning as needed.
All are welcome to join one of six teams.
For more information contact Kathy Jolink

Early Church: Holy Eucharist
2024-08-25 09:15 - 10:00, 2024-09-01 09:15 - 10:00, 2024-09-08 09:15 - 10:00 | Windsor Campus, Parish Life Center (PLC), 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, TX, 78703, United States
Please join us for our Sunday morning service Early Church in the PLC.
With special attention to children ages 8 years and younger, this service will be shorter in duration, including a brief sermon.
If your child would like to participate as an usher or reader, or you have any questions, please contact the Rev. Brin Bon.

Communion Café: Holy Eucharist
2024-08-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Windsor Campus, Parish Life Center (PLC), 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, TX, 78703, United States
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.

Godly Play + Edge Bible Study Teacher Training
2024-08-25 11:30 - 15:00 | Windsor Campus, Media Room, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, TX, United States
Our Sunday morning ministries to the children, youth, and families at Good Shepherd are only possible because of the dedication and care of faithful volunteers. Our teaching teams work together to lead Godly Play (3 years-2nd grade) and Edge Bible Study (3rd-5th grade) on a regular rotation serving once every 6 weeks. Current and new teachers are invited to join us for lunch and training in the Windsor, media room from 11:30a–3:00p to prepare ourselves and our classrooms for the new program year. For more information, please contact the Rev. Jonathan McManus-Dail.

The Order of the Daughters of the King: Fall Discernment
2024-08-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Windsor Campus, Vestry Room, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, TX, 78703, United States
The Order of the Daughters of the King (DOK) is for women of the church who seek a life of prayer, service, and evangelism for personal growth and for the spiritual upbuilding of the church. To become a member of the Order, a period of prayerful discernment in community is undertaken. DOK invites all women of Good Shepherd to prayerfully consider if this is of interest and to begin the process of discernment with us. No commitment is required, and all women are welcome to embark on discernment. For more information or to let us know you plan to begin discernment, please contact Renee Myrick.

Liturgical Ministry Training
2024-08-25 12:00 - 13:30 | Windsor Campus, Nave, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, 78703
On any given Sunday, we have nearly 50 liturgical ministers who serve as Acolytes, Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors and Intercessors, Ushers, Vergers, and Altar Guild. These ministries allow our church to offer beautiful and meaningful worship and are a wonderful way for these ministers to draw closer to God in worship and grow in their faith. Is God calling you to explore one of these ministries? If you are curious to learn more about this, sign up to serve and plan to attend our next training. Please contact the Rev. Brin Bon, Priest for Formation.

Traces of the Trade Film Screening
2024-08-26 18:00 - 21:00 | offsite, TX
St. Matthew’s (8134 Mesa Drive) will host a screening of “Traces of the Trade: A Story from the Deep North.” This film recounts one New England family’s involvement in the slave trade in the 18th and 19th centuries, where Northern businesses and communities condoned and benefited from slave trading. Their story illustrates how racism operates in ways people do not consciously recognize. The screening will include dinner and a facilitated discussion of the film by Dain and Constance Perry, members of the New England family. This event is sponsored by the Episcopal Health Foundation (EHF), being grounded in Christian beliefs that call for equity in its mission to promote health and well-being among the 15 million Texans in 80 counties. Click here for more information.

Holy Eucharist
2024-09-01 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-09-08 08:00 - 09:00 | Windsor Campus, Nave, 3201 Windsor Road, Austin, 78703
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.
