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Drop off your books for the Used Book Sale
Back by popular demand at Rally Day: The Used Book Sale! Bring those books you no longer need so that someone else can enjoy them. Books we will sell
- hardbacks -- $5 each
- paperbacks -- 3 for $5
Proceeds will go to support our Little Free Pantry. You will find a bin in the Parish Life Center lobby waiting for books you would like to donate! Contact: Susan Lewellen
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Pop-Up Book Group - August 17th at 11:45 AM
Come join Rev. Imogen on Sunday morning at 11:45 in the Ennis Suite for a lively discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer.
Kimmerer is a SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor of Environmental Biology, and the founder and
director of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment. Her book, Braiding Sweetgrass, has
become an international bestseller. “Robin Wall Kimmerer encourages readers to consider the ways
that our lives and language weave through the natural world... to illustrate the culture of gratitude in
which we all should live.” (Publishers Weekly).
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EYC Pool Party – August 23
Don’t Miss the Pool Party!
When: Saturday, August 23, 5:30-7:30 PM
Where: Hosted by Nan & Jack Boyne at
807 Harvey St, Raleigh 27608
Can you join us? Be sure to RSVP here: Pool Party Signup
Contact: Rev Justin
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Back to School Blessing - Next Sunday, August 24th
Students of all ages, teachers, college professors--anyone starting (or has already started) a new school year--you are invited to bring your backpack, book bag, or briefcase with you to church next Sunday (August 24th) for our annual Back to School Blessing during the 10:15 worship service.
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Come Sing With Us!
Chorister Program Register Now for 2025-2026
Information and registration form online
Do you know a child who loves to sing? The Church of the Good Shepherd is launching a chorister program this fall.
Please register your child today! Visit our website for more information.
If you are interested in learning more about music programs at Good Shepherd, please contact contact Kirsten Homdrom, Director of Music and Organist
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The Hands and Feet of Christ in Burnsville
From July 20-25, a dedicated group of twelve high schoolers from our Episcopal Youth Community (EYC) and seven adults traveled to Burnsville, North Carolina, deep in the mountains of Yancey County. Learn more about their work in the latest article on our blog.
"From Monday through Friday, we worked to help a woman named Linda, who had lost her house in Hurricane Helene. Our task was to help build an addition to her daughter’s house, so Linda could have a space of her own. When we arrived, only the foundation and walls were up. By the end of the week, we had carried heavy roof trusses up a steep hill, framed and decked the roof with plywood, laid shingles, and built a front porch. Every day was hard work under a hot summer sun, but each nail driven, each shingle, each deck hole set, felt like a small act of love."
Click here to read the blog article by Brett MacDonald
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Please register by September 1
Family Weekend! September 19-21
You are your family are warmly invited to The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Family Weekend at the Trinity Center in Pine Knoll Shores, September 19-21. Contact: Rev. Justin Learn more and register here.
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What is Rally Day?
It is our parish-wide celebration to kick off our new church program year! This year's Rally Day Festival will feature fun, food, and fellowship (and more!) for everyone in the parish. Look for fun activities like our Great Cookie Bake-Off and Sale, Used Book Sale, and the Dunking Booth! All proceeds will go towards the Beyond Our Doors Little Free Pantry. Don’t miss it!
Admission to Rally Day is free, but we hope that everyone will bring an item (or two!) for the Little Free Pantry. Below are some suggested items. Learn about the pantry in our latest blog article, here.
- PROTEINS: pop-top canned or pouched tuna, salmon, sardines, chicken
- FRUITS & VEGETABLES: low-sodium, low-sugar canned fruits and/or vegetables, apple sauce pouches, fruit snacks
- SNACKS: water, nuts, dried fruit, granola bars, single-serving peanut butter cups, crackers
- TRAVEL-SIZED TOILETRIES: toothpaste, deodorant, chapstick, tissues, wet-wipes, disposable washcloths, feminine products
- OTHER: handwarmers, rain ponchos, bottled water
- WHAT TO AVOID: glass jars, large servings, items requiring a stove or kitchen, full-sized toiletries, clothing, opened or used items, hand sanitizer or mouthwash, expired foods
Please visit our website for more information and ways to get involved, or contact David Baggett (919.831.2018). Thanks very much for your support!
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Women of the Parish…You’re Invited!
The Episcopal Church Women of St Ambrose Episcopal Church
joyfully invite you to join with women of faith as we spend a special day, facilitated by the always dynamic Rev. Canon Kathy Walker, Missioner for Black Ministries for the Diocese of North Carolina. Using the stories of two women from the Bible to explore our theme, we will study, pray, reflect, and talk, also taking time to break bread together and enjoy each other’s company.
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When: Saturday, Sept 6, doors open at 9:00 am for light breakfast, retreat runs 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
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2025 location: New Hope Collaborative (formerly St. Mark’s Episcopal Church) 1725 N. New Hope Road, Raleigh NC 27604
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Attire: comfortable casual
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Registration: To RSVP you may call the St. Ambrose church office at 919-833-8055, email ecw@stambroseraleigh.org OR register online HERE
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Registration deadline: Friday, Aug 29 to assure we have enough lunch for all
Donations are welcome to cover breakfast and lunch. No cost for retreat. Invite a friend!
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We Are Hiring!
The Church of the Good Shepherd seeks a Director of Children and Family Ministries to sustain and expand our family ministry programs. Learn more here.
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Sunday, August 17
Please note: Kid's Sunday School and Children's Chapel & Godly Play are on break during August.
8 AM
8:30 AM - 12 Noon
- Nursery Care Available (infant-4 yo)
10:15 AM
11:30 AM
- Fellowship time celebrating Rev. Imogen’s 6th anniversary as our rector! Come enjoy cake!
11:45 AM
- Ask, Pray, Read -- Encounters with Faith: Come join Rev. Imogen in the Ennis Suite to discuss Braiding Sweetgrass.
| | The Church of the Good Shepherd Prayer List | |
- Roy Wright
- Catherine and Bob Williams
- Janet Gilliam
- Ralph Sanders
- Pete Taylor
- Martha Bailey
- Peggy Hawks
- Janie Ward-Newton
- William Short
- Paul Hoch
- JoAnn Kistler Lattimore and Charles Lattimore
- Brinley Harris
- Don Caudill
- Janet Watrous
- Jerry Smith
- Margaret Park
- Lynda Terrell-Rea
- Susie Rahal
- Tamara Gregory
- Larry Phearse and Family
- Bob Kirchgessner
- Josephine Placa
- Bob Wood
- Patricia Harris
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- Diane and Gary Gabbard
- Mike Newton-Ward
- Carolyn Lowery
- Michael Riddle
- Randy Roberts
- Andrea
- Katie Beaudoin
- Ann and Afif Antoun and Family
- Mr. Dolando
- Jerry
- The Moyer Family
- The Burns Family
- The Placa-Madsen Family
- the people of Israel and Palestine
- the people of Ukraine and Russia
- victims of gun violence
- those affected by drought, heat, floods, storms, and fires.
In the Diocesan cycle of prayer, we pray for St. Mary Magdalene, Seven Lakes; St. Paul's, Smithfield; and San Jose, Smithfield.
In the Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for The Scottish Episcopal Church.
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Prayer Requests: 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.
| | Altar flowers from August 10, 2025. Photo courtesy Peter Jezierny. | |
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. | | |
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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