Church of the Good Shepherd

Camp Wakonda

admin — Sat, 22 May 2010 17:31:34 +0000

Camp Wakonda is a Diocesan event. Please see the website, diosova.org, for more information about this outreach program. This summer, camp begins on Wednesday, June 23, 2010.

Assistance is needed in the following areas: We need counselors, 18 and older, willing to work with the kids. We can use T-shirts of various sizes, and shorts—the kids are going to Camp Chanco for the first time for an overnight camping experience and extras will be an essential. We need snacks, drinks. Any contribution you can make will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support and if you have any questions please call Anne Brockenbrough at 423-5684.

Summertime and the Worship is Easy!

admin — Sat, 22 May 2010 17:27:55 +0000

9 am Summer Worship begins June 13th with one service together at 9 am. Coffee in the kitchen beforehand. There will be Pastries on the Portico after worship—remember to sign up for a week.

Teacher Appreciation

admin — Sat, 22 May 2010 17:26:04 +0000

Sunday May 30 marks the completion of our regular school year for Christian Formation. We will be honoring and thanking our teaching teams at the 8am and 10am services. Please take a moment to thank those who have spent precious time and love in nurturing our young children, our youth, and adults in the congregation throughout the year as we learn at all ages and stages.

Parish Picnic at the Hermitage, Sunday June 6

admin — Sat, 22 May 2010 17:24:19 +0000

Worship at 10 am. There will be no 8 am worship, this special Sunday. Come early, have fun! High School Graduates and Acolytes will be honored at this gathering.

Operation: Build a Library

admin — Wed, 19 May 2010 16:52:17 +0000

We will be partnering with Antioch Early Childhood Center in Berkley to provide children’s book for Ages 3-K.

Books must be in brand new condition.

Look for the collection site at the parking lot entrance of the Church of the Good Shepherd.

If you do not have any used children’s books and want to purchase some, please look for books that can be used to teach concepts and are multi-ethnic.

First Annual Lafayette River Swim

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 14:27:31 +0000

Saturday, May 22, 2010 4:00PM
Begin/End: 904 Jamestown Crescent

What: Swim across the river, around a buoy, and return, (about half a mile).

Two events:

4:00 A timed event for serious swimmers, several heats
4:30 A second event for casual swimmers that want to claim they’ve crossed the Lafayette without the pressure of time.

Who: Must be 16 years of age

Why: To raise funds for The Early Childhood Project with the Church of the Good Shepherd, (a school for at-risk infants and toddlers).

Cost:

$20 if pre-ordered, $25 day of event
$10 high school swimmers, coaches and all teachers

For tickets: Visit Gray’s Pharmacy at 4712 Hampton Boulevard or Call Buffy Driskill at 576-3326

Come Join Us for a Safari Adventure this Summer

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 02:42:51 +0000

Summer enrichment for the children of the Good Shepherd community has a long tradition. This summer our theme will be “Baobab Blast” from Augsburg curriculum. A baobab is a tree in Africa that holds many different lives within it’s environment. We will see all kinds of living creatures as we encounter the Scripture story each day. Our time will be July 26-30 from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. All children 4 through 4th grade are welcome!

Parents with younger children are welcome to help and enjoy nursery care provided when they are helping out.

Fifth graders through youth in high school age are our most important mentors for the children’s groups throughout the week. Adult help is also needed for one, two, three, or all the days. Simply let us know the area you are most comfortable serving.

All registrations for children, youth, and adults can be made on our one registration form. Adults and Youth must be trained before helping in leadership. Contact patricia.mckee@goodshepherdnorfolk.org with any questions.

Download the registration form.

It’s Not Really About Going To Church. It’s About Coming To Life.

admin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:47:10 +0000

Sing Along at the Shumadines March 14th

admin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:48:35 +0000

The Sing Along at the Shumadines is sceduled to take place on March 14th, 6PM. Reservations may be made at the church office. All proceeds will go to the MIssion of the Holy Spirit!

Ben Blanchard and Kelly Lader will provide the spirited and fun music for the evening! Are you glad we rescheduled this one after the snow!!

Even if you didn’t have a ticket before, make plans now to come!!!!

Holy Week Schedule

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 03:30:33 +0000

Palm Sunday: Processional into worship with Palms-10am. Listen to the passion narrative together as we prepare for this most Holy Week.
Maundy Thursday: Service at 7 PM
Good Friday Service at Noon
Easter Saturday: Take time to decorate some eggs, Light an Easter Vigil candle, and get ready to celebrate life simply- making the most of natural resources all around us.
Easter Sunday celebration of the Resurrection: 8am and 10am
Easter Egg Hunt for all God’s Children: after 10am service.