SUNDAY SPOTLIGHT
In our Gospel Lesson this Sunday, Jesus says,"Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me." The yoke that Jesus offers us helps us come into the understanding and experience of God's enduring love with us. Click HERE for more.
We look forward to seeing you this Sunday online or in person.
THANK YOU FOR DONATING!!
Thank you so much to everyone who donated to our baby drive benefitting The Rainbow Room! We received:
  • Baby Wipes: 160 pkgs
  • Sippy Cups: 123
  • Baby wash/shampoo: 55 bottles
  • Baby lotion: 36 bottles
  • Baby powder: 16 bottles
  • Diaper cream: 50 tubes 
  • Pacifiers: 30 pkgs of 2
  • Formula: 40 large cans/bottles
  • And miscellaneous extra items: diapers, bath towels, wet wipes, etc.
Great job, Good Shepherd!
"WHO WE ARE" FILM STUDY
Saturday, July 15 | 9:30a–3:00p, offsite
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church (11819 South Interstate Frontage Road) is hosting a film study and discussion on Jeffrey Robinson’s “Who We Are” —an exploration of the complexities of systemic racism in the U.S. The gathering is free to attend and includes lunch. To attend please register by July 8 by clicking HERE.
PRAYER SHAWL MEET UP
Friday, July 21 | 10:30a–12:00p, Windsor, art room
If you like to knit and crochet, or are interested in learning, then you are welcome and invited to join the Prayer Shawl Ministry at Good Shepherd. We meet the third Friday of the month from 10:30a–12:00p on Windsor campus in the Art Room upstairs in the education building. Yarn and friendship are provided! For more information please contact Judy Vance.
ST. ANNE'S FEAST DAY CELEBRATION
Tuesday, July 25 | 11:30a, Windsor, PLC
Please join us for a St. Anne’s Feast Day Celebration that will be held on the Windsor campus, Tuesday, July 25 at 11:30a. All ladies of the parish are invited to bring a friend and join us for Communion in the chapel followed by a gourmet luncheon in the Parish Life Center. St. Brigid’s Guild will be catering this event, and a portion of the profits from the luncheon will support their ministry. RSVP by Wednesday, July 19. Receipt of your $35 check will confirm your reservation. Please mail your check to Ruth Whitehurst, Treasurer, St. Anne’s Guild, 5811 Trailridge Dr., Austin, TX 78731
HILLSIDE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER'S 3RD ANNUAL ART GALLERY AND SILENT AUCTION
Saturday, August 5 | 5:00p–7:00p, the Hill
Join us for an evening of art and philanthropy! Featuring works from Hillside children, our art gallery will showcase a variety of mediums including paintings, sculptures, and photography. Enjoy light refreshments as you peruse the gallery and bid on your favorite pieces. Proceeds from the auction will benefit Hillside Early Childhood Center.
RSVP HERE and support a great cause while adding a new piece of art to your collection.
ACOLYTE TRAINING
Sunday, August 27 | 12:00p–2:00p, Windsor, nave
Acolytes serve a valuable role in our Sunday worship--carrying the cross and torches and assisting at the altar during Communion. Each fall we welcome new members and equip both current and new acolytes with the skills they need to participate in this important ministry. Our next acolyte gathering for both new and current acolytes will be on Sunday, August 27, 12:00p–2:00p, in the Windsor nave. Parents will join us from 1:30p–2:00p. Lunch will be served. Open to youth in 6-12th grade. To register, please click HERE. For questions, please contact the Rev. Terry Gleeson or the Rev. Brin Bon.
TRINITY STREETS
At Trinity Streets, we serve meals for 40-65 people coming in off the streets of downtown Austin on Sunday afternoons. Volunteers serve from 2:00p–4:30p by preparing and serving meals, hosting a worship service for those coming to Trinity Center, and cleaning the kitchen afterwards.
Next date is Sunday, July 9! To register please click HERE.
COMMUNITY FIRST! VILLAGE: MOVE-INS
Community First! Village (CF!V) is a 51-acre community that provides affordable, permanent housing and a supportive community for people coming out of chronic homelessness. Come be a part of the Spirit at work in our community. We will meet at Community First! Village at 9:00a and we will be guided to one of the new homes to clean and furnish for recently unhoused neighbors. This is a wonderful opportunity for families with teens to serve together. All volunteers are welcome! Next date is Saturday, July 15!
Click HERE to sign up!
MOBILE LOAVES & FISHES:
FOOD TRUCK PREP + RUNS
Join Good Shepherd’s Team 102 for the Mobile Loaves & Fishes Food Truck prep and run. Sign up to prepare sandwiches and load the truck from 4:00p–5:00p at the Mobile Loaves and Fishes Commissary (at St. John Neumann’s Catholic Church). You may also sign up for the truck run from 5:00p-7:00p, where you’ll take food to several locations around Austin. All volunteers are welcome!
Our next truck run is Thursday, July 20!
To sign up please click HERE.
SAVE THE DATE!
For more information, visit the parish calendar.

Sunday, July 9-Saturday, July 15
  • Summer Youth Wilderness Retreat, Utah

Sunday, August 13
  • Blessing of the Backpacks | 10:30a,
  • both campuses

Sunday, August 27
  • Acolyte Training | 12:00p-2:00p, Windsor

Saturday, September 2
  • First Fall Good Shepherd Farmers Market, Windsor
MORE WAYS TO CONNECT
For information on all of the ways you can worship with us, take part in formation and serve others, please click here.