Back to School Sundae
Join us on August 31st after the Sunday service for a Back to School blessing with ice cream!
Join us on August 31st after the Sunday service for a Back to School blessing with ice cream!
Rise Against Hunger works in countries worldwide to fight hunger, targeting communities facing high rates of food insecurity. They provide volunteer-packaged meals and other assistance, often through school feeding programs, to support nutrition, education and health for children and families facing hunger right now. They also partner with local leaders to implement sustainable agriculture and […]
We are looking forward to seeing you on September 14th for our Annual Parish Picnic. The picnic will take place immediately following the 9:00 Sunday service in the Shirland Lot, weather permitting. We can't wait to enjoy this special day with you! Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-parish-picnic-2
Church of the Good Shepherd Launches “The Rhythm of Life” Poetry Contest The Church of the Good Shepherd is excited to announce the launching of their first ever poetry contest to wrap up their creative summer series, Food for Body and Soul! We invite members of our community, as well as the poetry world at large, writers […]
KIDS AGES 15 AND UNDER: Do you write poetry? You’re invited to enter our Poetry Contest! Prizes will be awarded. Your poem may be chosen for a public reading or publication. The theme of the contest is “the rhythm of life.” Submission Information Please submit your poem using the form below. Contest is open to […]
In this time of division and conflict, faith communities of all kinds across Norfolk are joining together to do good! During the month of October, we are collecting much-needed resources for the Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia. Whether or not you belong to a church or synagogue or mosque, we invite you to join us! […]
With this year's Blessing of the Animals quickly approaching this, we are hopeful the weather will be looking purrrrrfect for a sunny outdoor service alongside our favorite furry friends. Be sure to meet us out on the lawn for the annual St. Francis service, starting at 9am. If you join us remotely, please note that […]
Join us as we gather in Memorial Hall immediately following the service on Sunday. Hear the latest updates on how we are doing as a church and what lies ahead for Good Shepherd! Everyone is encouraged to attend the meeting. A light breakfast will be provided.
Calling all parents of young children! The Third Sunday of each month we welcome parents of young children to join us for rotating monthly activities following the 9 a.m. service. This month we will be hosting our Young Families Stay and Play event. This is a fun way for your kids to hang out together […]
There is still time to sign up and decorate a trunk at this year's Trunk or Treat event! Participants can arrive to the church parking lot at 3:30 PM to start setting up. You can decorate based on a theme of your choosing and goodies will be provided to pass out to the trunk-or-treaters. Remember […]
At our All Saints service, we remember and honor those who have died. You are invited to submit the names of your loved ones through the link below no later than October 24th, 2025. Submitted names will be read aloud during the service. This year, in addition to names, we are offering the opportunity to […]
HOPE meals are back! Every year from May through November we partner with HOPE Foundation to help feed those experiencing homelessness in Norfolk. Now is the time to check your calendar and sign up to help! Each team makes a meal here in our Good Shepherd kitchen, packages the food up for transport, and then […]