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Jessica Riels

Director of Program and Communications

Jessica joined the Good Shepherd staff in 2020 and currently serves as the Director of Program and Communications. She works alongside clergy and lay leaders to develop programs across both campuses that build a sense of community among parishioners and conceptualizes and facilitates all aspects of external and internal communications for the parish.

Jessica is a trained Godly Play instructor, and it is through years of storytelling and wondering that she heard her call to step into full-time ministry. She leads a weekly bible study for mothers and shepherds our award-winning church communications team.

Jessica lives in South Austin with her husband Greg, their two daughters, and ranch dog Scout.