Sunday, October 9th from 5:30-7:00 PM

Under the creative direction of the Parker family and the Marshall family, all Jr. High youth are invited to join in the fun. The night’s theme is:

Mark Your Calendars and polish those pearls for the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church 2011 Auction.

A volunteer cast has been hard at work preparing a fun-filled evening and host of auction items for the event!

You won’t want to miss one step down the red carpet!

Saturday Evening, November 12th at 6:30 PM

Sunday Morning 10:00 AM
Don’t Miss it!

Bring your cats and dogs and cows that go moo, your sheep and llama and your bull named Blue, your fish, your pig or your Siamese cat, and yes you are welcome to bring Steven, your pet bat. Have you a turtle? One, maybe two or three, or ferrets and snakes that sit on your knee. An animal blessing is what we will hold for animal lovers both young and old. So, clean out those cages and wash up your pets. Bring them on out and a blessing they will get. 10:00 AM service, October 2nd.

All ages will be meet in Memorial Hall for an intergenerational experience following breakfast. There will be a nursery available. Children 6 and under are welcome in Memorial Hall or the nursery.

Under the creative direction of the Parker family and the Marshall family, all Jr. High youth are invited to join in the fun. The night’s theme is:

CANDY!

We will be preparing for Trunk or Treat on Oct 30th. See you Sunday, October 9th from 5:30-7:00 PM!

Wednesday, October 5th
7:00 PM

All worship leaders are invited, including Eucharistic Ministers, Eucharistic Visitors, Choir, Lectors, Acolytes, Ushers, Altar Guild, and Greeters for an evening pie and review. We will begin the night with a piece of pie, or two, or three followed by a review of our roles and the importance of those who lead worship! The event will last an hour. Don’t be late! You may miss your slice!

Please plan to be a blood donor on Wednesday, August 31st when Church of the Good Shepherd hosts a Blood Drive in honor of Lee’s Friends – Helping People Live with Cancer—and Lee’s Friends volunteer Brooks Harris. The Blood Drive is from 2 to 7 p.m. Giving blood typically takes just one hour from your day—and only about 15 minutes of that is the actual donation. Your one donation can help save the lives of up to three people. Please take just one hour to give the gift of life!

Saturday, May 21, 2011
3:00PM
Begin/End: 840 Jamestown Crescent

Four events:

• 3:00 PM A timed event for serious swimmers
• 3:30 PM A second event for casual swimmers that want to claim they’ve crossed the Lafayette without the pressure of time
• 4:00 PM Kayak Races
• Party: A party to follow including live music, food, and beverages.

Who: Must be 16 years of age for the swim, all ages welcome for the kayak races with life jackets (we may have several age grouped heats).

Why: To raise funds for The Early Childhood Project, now officially known as The Center for Children and Parents that will be in downtown Norfolk.

Cost: $25

Tickets: Call Buffy Driskill 757-963-0854

May the Bounce Be With You!
And Also With You!

Sumo Wrestling, Liturgical Twister, Three Pound Popsicle Eating Contest, And End of Year Awards Ceremony Of Sorts!
Sunday, May 15th 5:30 PM

Event Rules And Regulations

1. You must be present to receive your award!
2. You do not have to sumo wrestle to attend.
3. You do not have to eat a three pound popsicle to attend.

Sunday May 22 4-6 pm
At Margaret Ayscue’s home.

If you routinely see the face of Christ in those you meet day to day, please come and celebrate your callling!

Thursday May 19, 7:00 in the kitchen.

We will be making our all-time favorite, lasagna! Please grab a jar of Ragu and join us!

Get your tickets for the June 5th Parish Picnic this and every Sunday following each service. Look for ticket sellers at breakfast in Memorial Hall and in the narthex after the 10am service. Tickets are $10 per individual and $30 per family. Tickets may also be purchased in the parish office.

The picnic will follow an outdoor celebration of the Eucharist, featuring music favorites and creative worship. Activities for children will engage the whole family in fun by the river’s edge at the beautiful Talbot Hall.