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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
We invite you to make our Lenten weekday services part of your Lenten discipline. We celebrate the Eucharist each weekday morning at 7:00a in the Windsor chapel.
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 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 […]
Run by Austin City Lutherans and housed in Faith Presbyterian Church (314 E. Oltorf St), the Bread for All Food Pantry serves our neighbors every Monday. Bring you donations of peanut butter, canned vegetables, and diapers to the Hill through March 29. Register to volunteer here or Email Alicia Reinmund-Martinez with questions.
Whether you are new to the Episcopal tradition or a longtime Episcopalian, our three-part The Episcopal Way classes are a great way to learn about our Anglican and Episcopal roots and traditions. Led by our Good Shepherd clergy, these classes will introduce Episcopal Church history, liturgy, and theology, The Book of Common Prayer, and what […]
All baptized children (2nd grade and up) are welcome and encouraged to receive Holy Communion. This Communion Instruction workshop is an opportunity for early elementary aged children to be curious, ask questions, and better understand the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Eucharist, as well as what happens during our Sunday services. The workshop will include […]
We invite you to make our Lenten weekday services part of your Lenten discipline. We celebrate the Eucharist each weekday morning at 7:00a in the Windsor chapel.
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 […]
Alpha is a series of group conversations in 16 sessions over 11 weeks that explore the fundamentals of the Christian faith. Alpha participants meet weekly to eat together, watch a video on a faith topic, and then break into small groups for discussion. Over 30 million people worldwide have participated in the Alpha course. New […]
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 […]
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. […]
We invite you to make our Lenten weekday services part of your Lenten discipline. We celebrate the Eucharist each weekday morning at 7:00a in the Windsor chapel.
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 […]
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 […]
We invite you to make our Lenten weekday services part of your Lenten discipline. We celebrate the Eucharist each weekday morning at 7:00a in the Windsor chapel.
Come to the Well: Grace, Renewal & Compassion for Weary Hearts The annual Women of Good Shepherd retreat encourages spiritual nourishment, relaxation, support and connection for women of all ages. Join us for a weekend away to deepen our connection with one another and with God. There are options for overnight stay, day attendance, and single or shared accommodations. Meals are included. Registration and payment in full […]
We invite you to make our Lenten weekday services part of your Lenten discipline. We celebrate the Eucharist each weekday morning at 7:00a in the Windsor chapel.