This week
Sunday, April 6
8 AM
*Holy Eucharist, Rite I
8:30 AM - 12 Noon
Nursery Care Available (infant-4 yo)
9 AM
Sunday School (kids 4-12 yo)
Parents of young children are invited to gather for fellowship in the second-floor Library while their kids attend Sunday School.
Adult Formation (info below)
10:15 AM
*Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Children's Chapel & Godly Play
11:30 AM
Beyond Our Doors Community Lunch & Fellowship
EYC Visit to A Place at the Table
meet in the youth room after the 10:15 worship service
*Daughters of the King will be available for healing prayers during the 8:00 and 10:15 worship services.
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Newcomers Reception - Saturday, April 5
There will be a Newcomers Reception at the home of Will and Christie Barbee from 4 to 6 PM on Saturday, April 5. The Barbees are longtime members of Good Shepherd who have a condo in the Quorum Center which is located on W. Jones Street in downtown Raleigh. This purely social affair will be an excellent opportunity for you to get to some of your fellow parishioners in a friendly, casual setting. There will be drinks, hors d'oeuvres, gorgeous views, and plenty of great conversation. I hope to see you there.
If you are planning to attend, please follow the link below to sign up.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B4EA8AB2BA3FA7-55891859-cgsnewcomers
The next series of Newcomers Classes will begin in May and will focus on the basics of Christian theology. Stay posted for more details. Thanks for making The Church of the Good Shepherd your new spiritual home.
- The Rev. Justin Gabbard
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Stations of the Cross - Friday, April 4 and Friday, April 11 at Noon
Richard Netherby leads walking meditations through the Stations of the Cross at noon on Fridays in Lent. All those interested in deepening their experience during this Holy Season are invited to join Rich in the sanctuary for prayer and the silent contemplation of the Passion. Please meet Rich at the front of the church.
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Adult Formation in Lent
- On Sundays in Lent, Susan Lewellen is leading a series of classes on Contemplative Prayer at 9 AM in the Ennis Suite. During each session, Susan discusses the history, meaning, and benefits of this ancient practice as well as leading prayer sessions. All are welcome to attend. Contact Susan Lewellen for more information.
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Adult Bible Study led by Debbie Moyer at 9 AM in Room 303. Contact Debbie Moyer for more information.
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Don’t Miss Next Week’s Lenten Supper – Thursday Evening, April 10th
Please join us for our final Lenten Supper next Thursday, April 10th, from 6 until 7:30 PM! We’ll meet in Shepherd’s Hall and enjoy fellowship, lively discussion, and great food! It’s a potluck supper, so be sure to bring a favorite dish to add to the bounty for all to share and enjoy. Please RSVP using the link below. Thank you! Contact: Susan Lewellen
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Holy Week and Easter, April 13-20
We extend a warm welcome to all, both parishioners and visitors, as we embark upon the sacred journey of Holy Week and anticipate the celebration of the resurrection. Visit our website for more information about Holy Week and Easter.
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Congratulations, Rich!
Quail Ridge Books is hosting a book reading of parishioner Rich Leonard's recently published book, The Grandma Stories. The reading will take place on Tuesday, April 8th at 7 PM. CLICK HERE for more information.
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Monthly Men’s Fellowship Lunch – Thursday, April 10 th at Noon
Men’s Fellowship Lunches are held on the SECOND THURSDAY of each month at 12 NOON at High Park Grill
625 E. Whitaker Mill Road. Come enjoy lively fellowship and a reasonably priced meal--no reservation is
required and everyone is welcome! Contact: Jack Boyne (919.832.3641)
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Easter Gardening Project: Come Dig In!
Date: Saturday, April 12, 8-10 AM
Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to breathe new life into our church grounds! Join us as we come together to plant flowers, spread mulch, and spruce up the landscaping to create a welcoming and vibrant space to celebrate Holy Week and Easter. No green thumb required—just a willing heart and a love for community!
Contact James Deal (919-280-9745) for more details or to sign up. Let’s make our church bloom!
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Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity! April 26
Join Habitat for Humanity of Wake County in building homes and hope this spring.
Wall Raising on Old Poole Place:
Mark your calendars for April 26th! We're seeking enthusiastic volunteers to participate in a wall build and raising event for a single-family home on Old Poole Place. This is a fantastic chance to contribute directly to providing affordable housing in our community. Volunteers from the Church of the Good Shepherd will be assisting lunch for all volunteers on the 26th as well. Register today at: https://vhub.at/faithbuilders.
Your time and effort can make a real difference in the lives of local families. Come be a part of building a stronger Wake County! If you have any questions, please reach out to Don Blankenship.
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ReNew Hope Donation Drive - Contribute by May 1
The Outreach Committee is excited to announce a spring donation drive supporting ReNew Mobile Showers, leading up to a community outreach event in Moore Square on May 1st!
We're partnering with ReNew Mobile Showers to help replenish essential hygiene supplies for their important work in our community. They provide warm showers, laundry services, and hygiene kits to those experiencing homelessness, hardships, or emergencies. To learn more about ReNew visit here.
Will be collecting these much-needed items through May 1 (see list below). Your generosity will directly contribute to restoring dignity and providing essential care.
Look for the collection box and informational stand in the PLC lobby! Let's come together to support ReNew Mobile Showers and make a positive impact. Contact Pamela Owens with ReNew Mobile if you have questions.
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ONE Wake Update
Thanks to those of you who attended the meeting at St. Ambrose recently.
After celebrating the work accomplished in 2024 ($10 million in affordable housing and transportation wins), we are looking forward to participating in actions in 2025.
ONE Wake needs us to commit Good Shepherd folks to attend the following actions:
- April 3-5 (Thurs.-Sat.): Three-day (all day) Leadership Training
- April 10 (Thursday): 6:30pm, Cary Council Meeting in support of changing zoning for the Greenwood Forest Housing Project. Greenwood Forest Baptist is donating one-half of its property for this on-site housing project.
- May 17 (Sat.) 9:00am - noon, Strategy Session on Affordable Housing.
- July 12 (Sat.) Noon - accountability action with the Raleigh City Council, and statewide and local reps.
Please review your calendar, register at ONE Wake and email Karen Price to let us know how many to add to our commitment. Let's show how important affordable housing is to us by showing up! Questions? Contact Karen Price.
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Volunteer Opportunity
Each week Lowe's Foods on Strickland Road donates baked goods to the Shepherd's Table. And we need volunteers to pick up these donations and get them to the soup kitchen. Our wonderful volunteers sign up to cover one month at a time, covering each Sunday of that month. The commitment entails picking up the items after 10:15 AM on Sundays and then delivering them to the soup kitchen before 12:00 PM This year we have the following months available: April, May, October and November. To help us with this wonderful ministry, please contact Paula Andrews or call 919.880.5701.
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Save the Date! Annual Mike Beard Pig Pickin’!
When: Saturday, May 10
Where: Tara Farm, 715 Newton Road, Raleigh 27615
Don’t miss this parish favorite--stay tuned for details!
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Episcopal Youth Community
Click here to read the latest EYC News, including upcoming activities and events.
EYC Spring Schedule:
- April 6 A Place at the Table
- April 13 EYC Meeting
- April 20 Easter No Meeting
- April 27 Urban Ministries Food Train
- May 4 EYC Meeting
- May 10 Pig Pickin’
- May 11 Good Shepherd / Youth Sunday
- May 18 Red Carpet Dinner
- May 24 EYC Hike and Picnic
- June 1 EYC Meeting (The Last One)
- June 22-27 Senior High Camp, The Trinity Center
- June 23-27 Vacation Bible School
For information about EYC, email Rev. Justin Gabbard or give him a call at 859.630.2835.
To receive text messages about upcoming EYC events, CLICK HERE to be added to the list.
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Vacation Bible School 2025
June 23- 26 (Monday-Thursday), 9 AM - 12 Noon
Ages Pre-K through 5th Grade
(nursery care will be available for younger children)
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Children's Programs at Good Shepherd
Kids 4-12 years old enjoy
- Sunday School every Sunday at 9 AM.
- Children's Chapel & Godly Play every Sunday at 10:15 AM.
Nursery care for younger children is available every Sunday 8:30 AM-12 Noon.
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- Roy Wright
- Catherine and Bob Williams
- Janet Gilliam
- Ralph Sanders
- Pete Taylor
- Martha Bailey
- Peggy Hawks
- Darrell Dennis
- Janie Ward-Newton
- William Short
- Paul Hoch
- Brinley Harris
- Don Caudill
- Jane Mayhew
- Janet Watrous
- Jerry Smith
- Branch Alexander
- Kathy Acton
- Bob Kirchgessner
- Josephine Placa
- Katie Beaudoin
- Caitlin Carter-Corker
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- Lisa Kmonicek-Simpson
- Lynda Terrell-Rea
- Susie Rahal
- Josephine Currin
- Dawn Downs
- Jordan Maylee
- Margaret Park
- The Bormann and Mogilski Families
- the people of Israel, Palestine, and Lebanon
- the people of Ukraine and Russia
- victims of gun violence
- those affected by drought, heat, floods, storms, and fires.
And we pray for those who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom, remembering especially Martin Bormann.
In the diocesan cycle of prayer, we pray for Church of the Redeemer, Greensboro, and Holy Trinity, Greensboro.
In the Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for Iglesia Anglicana de Chile.
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The people of The Church of the Good Shepherd are eager to join you in lifting your prayers to God. Please tell us how we can pray with you by CLICKING HERE to submit a prayer request.
Prayer requests added to our public prayer list will be refreshed every month; please feel free to resubmit them if you would like them to remain on the prayer list.
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If you are looking for meaningful ways to serve the parish, please consider the ministries listed below. The contacts listed will be excited to provide more information.
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Parish Office Hours
Monday-Thursday, 9 AM - 5 PM; Fridays by appointment
Pastoral Care Emergencies
Please call the Pastoral Care Support Line 919.831.2008
Prayer Requests
Please CLICK HERE to submit a prayer request.
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Announcements and photos to share with our parish family are always welcome!
New! Please email your contributions to Dana Deaton at cgsnews@cgs-raleigh.org
The deadline for newsletter submissions is Wednesday at 2 PM. Thank you!
Announcements may be edited for content and space.
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