PENTECOST PARISH PICNIC
This Sunday, May 19 | 11:30a, Windsor, the Common
Join us for our Parish Picnic on the Day of Pentecost! We will gather on the Windsor campus after the 10:30a worship services to enjoy lawn games, live music and a celebration fit for the Holy Spirit. The parish will provide a main dish (vegetarian and gluten free options, too!) and beverages. If you can bring your favorite side dish, salad or dessert, sign up here. Feel free to join us even if you don’t bring a dish. We invite you to be festive and join in the tradition of wearing red on Pentecost Sunday to remind us of the fire of the Spirit! RSVP on Facebook
CHORAL EVENSONG
This Sunday, May 19 | 6:00p–7:00p, Windsor, nave
Choral Evensong is offered on special Sundays throughout the church year. Evensong, or Evening Prayer, is among our most traditionally Anglican liturgies, witnessing the Church’s ancient devotion of praying each day’s hours. At Good Shepherd, this service comprises hymns, canticles, psalmody and scripture, and the distribution of Communion. With questions email Chris Oelkers.
MOM'S BIBLE STUDY WITH KAYLA CRAIG
Tuesday, May 21 | 9:30a–10:30a, Windsor, Media room
Mom’s Bible Study hosts a heartfelt and inspiring session with author Kayla Craig, exploring the profound journey of parenting amidst life’s chaos. The doors open at 9:00a in the Windsor, media room for coffee and conversation before the program begins at 9:30a.
Kayla Craig, a former journalist, combines curiosity and compassion in her writing. She’s the author of Every Season Sacred and To Light Their Way and founded the popular Liturgies for Parents Instagram account, weekly podcast, and newsletter. Kayla lives in Iowa with her husband and four children. Register to attend here by Monday, May 20!
ST. ANNE'S GUILD SPRING LUNCHEON
Tuesday, May 28 | 11:30a–1:00p, Windsor, PLC
St. Anne’s Guild is a women’s organization dedicated to social, intellectual, and spiritual enrichment achieved through monthly fellowship and programs. St. Anne's will wrap up the program year with a spring luncheon catered by Reale's Italian Cafe. Reservations to the event can be filled by sending a $35 check to: Ruth Whitehurst, Treasurer St. Anne’s Guild, 5811 Trailridge Dr., Austin, TX 78731. Seating for the event is limited to 40. Please have your reservations in by Monday, May 20. This event is open to all women of the parish, please join us!
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Mondays Starting June 3 | 6:30p–8:00p
Windsor, Vestry Room
In the New Testament, we have only one account of the early church, The Acts of the Apostles. This summer, the Men's Bible Study will study this very relevant story, beginning with the Day of Pentecost and moving into the foundations of Christian world missions. Initially, we will concentrate on the ministry in Jerusalem (chapters 1-5) and the missionary movements beyond Jerusalem (chapter 6-12). We invite all the men in the parish to join us!
For more information, please contact Frank Pool.
MULTI CHURCH YOUNG ADULTS MEETUP
Sunday, June 2 | 5:00p, offsite
Calling all 20s-30s adults! Tapestry Austin is a group of young adults from area Episcopal churches that meet on the first Sunday of the month at 5:00p at Easy Tiger (6406 N I-35 Frontage Rd.) for snacks, conversation, and fellowship. We hope to see you there! All young adults are invited and welcome to attend. With questions, please contact Tapestry Austin’s leaders Kelsey or Allen.
NEW TRUCK MINISTRY INFORMATION SESSION
AND OPEN HOUSE
Tuesday, June 4 | 6:00p–7:30p, offsite
Community First! Village invites you to a special Truck Ministry Information Session and Open House. Learn about the newest volunteer opportunity to serve food, clothing, toiletries and other items to our brothers and sisters outside of the Village that are still experiencing homelessness. Learn more about how CF!V is making a difference and how you can be a part of it! Delicious hors d’oeuvres will be served. Please RSVP here. For more information click here.
SHEPHERD CONCERT: LYNNETTE MCGEE
Wednesday, June 5 | 7:00-–8:00p, Windsor, nave
Dr. Lynnette McGee is an organ recitalist, teacher, collaborative musician, and conductor. She is presently on the organ faculty at California State University, Fullerton, and is Music Director at First Presbyterian Church, Fullerton. Please join us in welcoming recitalist Lynnette McGee in concert. Doors open at 6:30p. The concert begins at 7:00p. Admission is FREE. RSVP on Facebook
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS NEEDED
Godly Play isn't just for kids! Sure, it's a Sunday School curriculum that invites children into the story of God's love and teaches them a language of faith, but for the adults who lead Godly Play it's also a fun and meaningful way to grow in your own life of faith. We are looking to add faithful and caring adults of all ages to our fantastic team of teachers for Fall of 2024. If you might be called to serve in this way, let us know by filling out this form!
HAVE YOU PLEDGED YOUR SUPPORT FOR 2024?
We're still $28,000 short of our budget for pledges!
All of our ministries depend on your financial support. We ask you to pledge now for 2024. We appreciate knowing what you are able to give. Please prayerfully consider your pledge to Good Shepherd to support the parish and the ministries we share. Learn how your pledge supports Good Shepherd.
COMMUNITY FIRST! VILLAGE: MOVE-INS
Saturday, May 18 | 9:00a, offsite
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 and we will be guided to one of the new homes to clean and furnish for unhoused neighbors. This is a wonderful opportunity for families with teens to serve together. All volunteers are welcome. Please register HERE by Friday, May 17 to join.
TRINITY STREETS
Sunday, June 2 | 2:00p–4:30p, offsite
At Trinity Streets, we serve meals for 40-65 people coming in off the streets of downtown Austin on Sunday afternoons. Volunteers serve by preparing and serving meals, hosting a worship service for those coming to Trinity Center, and cleaning the kitchen afterwards. Please register HERE by Saturday, June 1 to join.
MOBILE LOAVES & FISHES:
FOOD TRUCK PREP + RUNS
Thursday, June 20, offsite
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!
Please register HERE by Wednesday, June 19 to join.

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