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Imagining a Beloved Community
This weekend we honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by offering opportunities for us to learn about, and engage in, the issue of racism. Beginning with this Sunday's sermon by Dr. Catherine Meeks, we learn how each of us can listen for God's call. Please take a look at our events for this weekend below.
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COFFEE HOUR CONVERSATION
Sunday, January 17
Our coffee hour conversation will feature Dain and Constance Perry who have facilitated more than 500 conversations on racial healing in Episcopal churches across the country. This conversation will prepare us for a screening of "Traces of the Trade" on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 18, at 1pm on Zoom.
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TRACES OF THE TRADE
Monday, January 18, 1 pm
Join us for a screening of "Traces of the Trade" on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Zoom. This documentary follows the story of the DeWolf family, the foremost slave trading family in the Northeast during the 18th and 19th centuries. Dain Perry is a descendant of the DeWolf family. Please email Aimee Bostwick by Sunday evening to register to attend the screening.
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EPIPHANY DRIVE-IN MOVIE
RESCHEDULED for Sunday, January 24, 5:00 pm
Let’s celebrate Epiphany under the stars for an exclusive viewing of Sony Pictures Animation’s “THE STAR” at Doc’s Drive-In Theatre for our parishioners. The cost is $25 per car. Free unlimited popcorn for all. The kitchen and bar will remain open for food orders during the event. Arrive at 5:00 pm for pre-show entertainment and the movie will begin at sundown. To register, please click HERE.
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GOING THE SOCIAL DISTANCE
Sunday, January 10 - February 14
#GSATXImagineNoHunger
We are partnering with Rise Against Hunger to IMAGINE a world free from hunger and challenge Good Shepherd parishioners to move a combined total of 2,802 miles—the distance across the continental U.S.— to help raise awareness about hunger. Join us as we walk, run, swim, row, cycle, spin or stroll with our Good Shepherd community to reach our goal. Join the challenge to "Go the Social Distance" by signing up HERE. If you have questions please contact Aimee Bostwick.
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TRAIL OF STARS
January 17 - February 14
As the wise men have shown us, following stars can be transformational! As we continue our journey through the season of Epiphany we invite you to look for the stars shared by your Good Shepherd community in their yards. A Spotify playlist and map are available for you to navigate through your journey. Link for map. Link for Spotify.
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EPIPHANY SCHEDULE
We have many more Epiphany events scheduled. Please take a look at the full schedule here.
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ANNUAL PARISH MEETING
January 31
Learn more about the breadth of the parish's ministries on our two campuses, meet our new vestry class and wardens, and hear from our two schools. If you're planning to be there, we invite you to register in advance in order to vote during the meeting. You can register by clicking here. At the beginning of the meeting, we will conduct a vote allowing for a virtual meeting. Once you register, we'll send you more information and instructions. We hope you'll join us immediately following the Sunday, January 31 service.
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MEET OUR NEW PRIEST
In case you missed it: The Rev. Terry Gleeson will be our new Priest for Liturgy and Formation. You can view his letter to the parish and the Rev. Channing Smith's welcoming words here.
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VIRTUAL WOMEN'S RETREAT: WE MAKE A WAY: FINDING FULLNESS IN THE DESERT
February 19-20
Fran McKendree will be with us once again sharing his presence and music. The Rev. Mary Earle will share her wisdom from the Desert Mothers. Yes, it will feel very different this year, but we will set aside the time to gather in that holy space that we have shared together for the past several years. Mark your calendars for Feb. 19 -20. More details to come!
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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. Connect with our online daily worship, online formation groups and outreach opportunities.
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