I want to begin by thanking everyone for a beautiful day this past Sunday. Tears were shed as we closed the doors on this chapter of Good Shepherd. We celebrated the wonderful ministry that we accomplished for almost 7 years. Beautiful relationships and wonderful friendships also developed during those years as well.

So what is next for Good Shepherd? One of the things I noticed is that we would have more people watching us on the Internet on a Sunday morning than people who attended in person. As I wrestled in my soul for what would be next for Good Shepherd, I thought that what we must do is redefine our concept of church. In this age of the internet and technology, a church does not need to be limited by four walls. Ministry does not have to be confined to a building. Brick and mortar do not define a church! The lesson that we have learned is that there is a need for people on the internet to hear a message of Christian hope and inspiration, especially for the LGBTQ community. We preach a message of the full inclusion of God's love regardless of sexual identity, age, race, gender or nationality. People need to hear that message!

I have always preached on the amazing creation that God has given us. All of the wonderful diversity and beauty of God's creation is right here before our eyes, and yet many times we do not look. One of my favorite television programs on cable TV was a program by Huel Howser. The program highlighted different interesting spots around Los Angeles and Southern California. It was a fun way to learn new places and interesting things about Southern California.  

With all of this in mind I have come up with the idea of a new live streaming project on our Facebook page for Good Shepherd. For a long time now we been live streaming our 10:30 AM Sunday worship service. I am going to continue that tradition with a live stream every Sunday morning at 10:30 AM with a message of hope and inspiration and a reading from Holy Scripture. I'm going to do this live stream from various locations around Pasadena, Los Angeles and Southern California in similar fashion to Huel Howser's program. 

I am calling this new program "Good Shepherd Live Online". My first location for this coming Sunday will be from the campus of Pasadena City College. I'm going to keep it short. 15 to 20 minutes max. But it will be fun, inspirational, Christ centered, and will offer Hope and Grace. Throughout the year we will hold special events and "meet-ups" where we gather for fellowship, spiritual nourishment and fun!

So please join me this Sunday at 10:30 AM online through our Facebook page as Good Shepherd begins another chapter of our story. And keep tuned in for further exciting announcements about the ministry of Good Shepherd. Visit our website at MyGayChurch.com, or CLICK HERE . God bless. 

~ Rev. Rick Eisenlord, M.Div, Pastor Good Shepherd Church Pasadena.

P.S. If you like to play around with video and the internet, Pastor Rick could use your help! If you would like to help with "Good Shepherd Live Online", please email Pastor Rick at rickgoodshepherd@gmail.com. Thank you!


LOOKING FOR A LITTLE HOPE? LOOK NO FURTHER!
Sometimes it seems like the storms of life will never end. We go between periods of feeling overwhelmed to feeling alone. What you need is a little "happy break"! Pastor Rick's sermons are a wonderful combination of humor and inspiration. They will bring a smile to your face and hope to your heart. The sermons are posted online at the Good Shepherd website MyGayChurch.com. OR JUST CLICK HERE.
Dungeons and Dragons!
The members of Good Shepherd have been invited to a play put on by the students of San Gabriel High School. The play focuses on a new twist to the famous Dungeons and Dragons game. In the Dungeons and Dragons game Agnes discovers her sisters true sexuality and later on uncovers the game was actually her diary. Agnes continues her journey; as the play progresses, her sister Tilly reveals her true self. To Tilly Evans this wasn't just a game, it was a sanctuary to escape from her metaphorical monsters: petty people, the cruel society in which we often live in and her sister Agnes. 

The play is a comedic romp into the world of fantasy and role-playing, "She Kills Monsters," tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio, following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons & Dragons diary, she stumbles into a journey of discovery and an action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly's refuge, New Landia. In this high-octane dramatic comedy with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed young playwright, Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.

The play will open on March 10th 7:00
                          March 11th 7:00pm
         March 16th 4:00 (Matinee)
         March 17th 7:00 pm
         March 18th 7:00 pm

Tickets will be sold for $10 at the door 
@San Gabriel High School 
801 S.Ramona St,
San Gabriel ,CA 91776


FROM THE ACLU
WHAT TO DO IF ICE AGENTS SHOW UP AT YOUR DOOR...
It has been estimated by immigration officials that within the Latino community here in SoCal, 1 in 4 are here without proper documentation. The Trump Administration is thinking of authorizing up to 100,000 National Guard troops to assist ICE in rounding up "illegal aliens" and deporting them. 

What do you do if ICE agents come calling? Listed below, both in English and Spanish, are your rights. PLEASE share this information with someone you love. 
This is information provided by the ACLU. For further info, you can visit their website at ACLU.org.
Donate on the Good Shepherd Website! We need your support! We accept PayPal.

I f you believe in the work and mission of Good Shepherd, you can help us financially by donating on our website using PayPal. Just go to MyGayChurch.com, or click HERE , which will take you to the church's website. Click on the "DONATE" button and enter your info. Simple. Safe. Fast. 


Rev. Rick Eisenlord, M.Div
213-631-0373
email: rickgoodshepherd@gmail.com
internet: GoodShepherdPasadena.com

Good Shepherd Church Pasadena is an emerging welcoming congregation for all people, regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation. We believe in God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We affirm that God loves and cherishes all His children, and has shown His love through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. We invite you to join us, regardless of your religious or denominational background.

Give us a call and learn more today!