Good Shepherd

United Methodist Church



Where Lives Are Transformed By Grace

Sept 7, 2022

Archived Children, Youth and Mid-Week Announcements

Leadership Board Updates

Good Shepherd Calendar

Thank You!

This spring, we packaged 10,000 meals for Rise Against Hunger. Our 10,000 meals have been shipped in a container with a total of 285,120 meals from the Rise Against Hunger Richmond warehouse. The meals will be received by their in-country partner, ORPHANetwork in Nicaragua.

Thank you for making a difference.

Adult ESL and Student Tutoring Ministry

Each Monday that school is in session, all of our classroom spaces are filled with children in our Adult ESL and Student Tutoring Program. We meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. We begin on Sept. 12. 

Ideally, each student is paired with a volunteer, but sometimes you'll have more than one student. Our students are divided into different Sunday School classrooms - K-2nd grade, 3rd-5th grade, and middle/high school students. We also have a nursery available with a paid caretaker for those 4 years and younger. ESL for Adults is offered at the same time as Tutoring for students.

If you are new to volunteering with the Tutoring and ESL Ministry, you are welcome to shadow a current volunteer until you are comfortable working one on one.  

To ensure that we have enough volunteers for this ministry, please sign-up here. This is a mission opportunity where you can serve once, twice, or as many weeks as you are able. A background check is required. Click here for the form.

Contact Valerie Robnolt for more information. 

Opportunities to Gather

Current Worship Series

Exodus

The Prophet, The Plight, The Plague, and The Passover 

You know how the story ends! You can see the people coming through the splitting of the Red Sea into freedom as they enter the Promised Land. A new nation, set apart, formed as the priesthood of believers.  But where did they come from, and why is it important to us today? This is an origin story that introduces the People of Israel, the people of God before they were free.  Over the next four weeks, we’re going to learn about the Prophet, the Plight, The Plague, and The Passover as we enter Exodus: the Prequel.

Worship Participant Check-In and Prayer Requests

We love knowing who is worshiping in-person and online. Take a moment to check-in before worship. Also, if you have a prayer request, please include it on the form so we can be in prayer. Click here.

Traditional Worship

10 a.m. Sunday In-Person and Online

A PDF of the Order of Worship for Sunday will be available on the website on Sunday.

Indian Church RVA Worship

9 a.m. In-Person and Zoom; 5th Sunday worship is with Good Shepherd at 10 a.m.

Contact Pastor Sam for more information.

Greeters for Traditional Worship

Do you like to meet new people? Greeting at the entrance door to the church on Sunday morning is a wonderful way to say hello to new and old friends. Consider volunteering once a quarter. For more information, contact Kymberly Pectilidis or Rev. Lisa.

Become a Member of Good Shepherd

Are you interested in becoming a member of Good Shepherd? The next opportunity to join is Sun., Oct. 9. Email the church office or call 804.270.7613 for more information.

Opportunities to Grow

Register for Fall Groups

Life is better in small groups! Good Shepherd recognizes that everyone is on a unique spiritual journey. With this in mind, we offer various adult classes and small groups that offer Christ-centered spiritual growth and encouragement for every season of our lives to deepen our relationship with God. 

Our adult ministries will be offering new opportunities this fall. There are groups for study, fellowship, and fun! Learn more and register below. Contact Rev. Lisa for more information. Registration will also be available after worship services. 

JOY - Just Older Youth

Join JOY on Tues., Sept. 20 at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary as we welcome back the ukulele group “The Ukesters”. Sing along as they play the oldie but goodie songs we love. Good Shepherd members Frank and Gloria Deckert are part of this amazing group. Light refreshments will be served afterward. Contact Pat Hinkins or Debora Honodel for more information. 

Young Adult Women Group

All Young Adult Women (ages (18-28ish) are invited to a small group interest gathering on Thurs. Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. at Mexico Nuevo at Cross Ridge. The group will be facilitated by Emily Hewett. Contact Mark Nedervelt or call 804.339.2731 to register. 

Parents, please share with your and other young adult women. 

Praise God through Music 

Handbell and Choir Practice Begins Sept. 7

Music is an integral part of not only our worship liturgy, but it is also a way that you can offer praise to God. If you like to lift up your voice in song, consider joining the Celebration Choir. Our Celebration Choir leads us in worship and during special seasons such as Advent and Holy Week. Our Handbell Choir plays several times a year and during special seasons.

Prior singing or handbell experience is unnecessary; all you need is a heart willing to sing a joyful noise unto the Lord. A bonus benefit is getting to know new people.

Handbell Choir practice is Wed. from 6-7 p.m., and Choir practice is from 7-8 p.m. beginning Sept. 7. Contact Director of Music Ministries Lindy Moore  for more information

Opportunities to Go

Blankets for Liberation Veteran Services

The Prayer Shawl Ministry invites you to sew, knit, or crochet blankets for Liberation Veteran Services. Liberation Veteran Services is a transitional community shelter

for homeless veterans.

The blankets are red, white, and blue yarn or fabric and should fit a twin-size bed (approximately 72 inches long and 50 inches wide.

If you would like to learn to knit or crochet or be in community while you knit/crochet, join us on Sat., Sept. 10, 10-11:30 a.m. in 118. We'll discuss how frequently we will meet for this project. We have yarn if needed. Contact Clare Dunn or Rev. Lisa.

Ways to Connect

• One way we can get to know each other on Sunday during worship is by wearing a nametag. If you have requested a nametag, they are located outside the entrance doors. Need a nametag? Contact Karen Albro or sign-up for one on Sunday. We will have nametag stickers available on Sunday.

• Upload your photo in the online church directory. Click here for more information.
• Engage with the church Here I Am app - click here. Search for Good Shepherd UMC.

Connecting Through Giving



• Mail your offering to the church: Good Shepherd UMC 9155 Hungary Road, Henrico, VA 23294. We check the mail daily. Our mailbox is locked and secure.  
• Offering Envelopes If you are not receiving Offering Envelopes but would to, contact Jason Hatcher.
• Visit the website to learn how to give online through our secure online giving platform.
• Recurring donations help you to make giving a regular priority and provide much-needed donation consistency for our congregation.
• Please consider using direct debit from your checking or savings account instead of a credit card. Lower processing fees mean more funds available for ministry!
• Text to Give - a new secure option. Review this handout on how to Text to Give. Our text giving number 804-258-4293. 
• Participate in Kroger’s Community Rewards program. Participation in this program is renewed annually.
• Identify Good Shepherd United Methodist Church as your charity on Amazon Smile. 

Good Shepherd United Methodist Church

Lead Pastor - Rev. T. Bryson Smith

9155 Hungary Road, Henrico VA 23294 

804.270.7613 

  gsumcrva.org 

Sunday Worship Services 

In-Person and Online at 10 a.m.

Indian Church RVA Worship

9 a.m. In-Person and Zoom