Mid-Week Announcements
April 20, 2022

Current Pandemic Protocols
Currently, we are experiencing a decrease in COVID-19 infection rates, which is an extremely hopeful and positive sign. 

Masks are now optional on campus. We continue to monitor local metrics and if there is a change, this protocol will be adjusted accordingly. 

Love Thy Neighbor
For a complete listing of Good Shepherd events, see our online calendar!
IT'S VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK!
WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS!
Anyone who volunteers at Good Shepherd -- in any ministry or group -- is welcome to a "Thank You" discount at Pennies for Heaven for the rest of this week! Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 50% off anything for our volunteers!

Sunday Ready

Sunday Ready is taking a week off. We will send a new episode out next Tuesday!
THIS SUNDAY: Church on the Green is Church on the Beach!
We're celebrating Earth Stewardship Sunday on April 24!

Let's meet for a beach clean-up on Sunday afternoon. Meet at Jupiter Beach Park, 1375 Jupiter Beach Road, 33477 at 3:30 and then we will have a Eucharist at 5:00 at the Beach Pavilion (across the footbridge).

We are partnering with the Beach Bucket Foundation for permits, materials, and instruction for this event and a donation toward their environmental stewardship efforts would be greatly appreciated. This beach clean-up and worship service concludes Church on the Green for the 2022 Spring season. We will meet again in the fall. Thanks to all for your participation!
Details about Monday's Treasure Coast Youth Symphony concert:
Tickets will be sold at the door only.
$10 for Adults / $5 for Students
Doors open at 6:30 PM.
Find out more about these talented musicians!
The Students of the Treasure Coast Youth Symphony have been performing at Good Shepherd for years and they never fail to deliver an excellent program. Don't miss it!
Coming next week!
Bible Study with Clergy: The Green Bible
Exploring our Relationship with God and the Earth
Wednesdays beginning April 27
In-Person at 11 AM

Join Fr. Derek for this five-week series as we explore themes of creation care, the environment, and nature within scripture
FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST OPPORTUNITIES

Good Guys Men's Fellowship 
The Good Guys meet in the Parish Hall for breakfast every Friday at 8:00 AM. All Good Shepherd men are welcome!

Morning Glory Women's Fellowship
Meets on Friday morning at a local diner. All Good Shepherd women are invited to attend!
Friday, April 22nd, 8 AM at The Jersey Diner (716 N. US Hwy 1, Tequesta)
2022 Vacation Bible School: Enroll Now and Seeking Volunteers!
It 's five mornings of your life but it makes a lasting impression on children for many years to come. If you ever wanted to impact christian formation, this is your opportunity!
Youth Group is back in "The Barn" every Wednesday at 6:30 pm

Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to Good Shepherd's program for teens. You will LOVE our new youth rooms! 
Pennies For Heaven
Hours: 11-4 Tuesday - Friday and now Saturdays 10-2 in April and May!!!
Donations gladly accepted when the shop is open.
We currently have an uptick in needs of clothing and household items right now! Support your church and help us to provide an important community resource through reasonably priced items and outreach to those in need! Thank you!!
Food Pantry Needs

Going to the grocery store this week? Want to help people? Click on the button below for a list of food categories we would like to replenish.

Please pick up a few extra items at the grocery store for our Food Pantry! We especially need:
  • Peanut butter; canned fruit; canned tuna

Today, the Food Pantry served 43 families and an estimated 148 individuals. Thank you for your generosity!
Want to help with Artie's Party this year?

We are currently looking for auction items! Please consider asking the restaurants and stores you shop at regularly for a certificate for this event. Bring items over to the church office or contact Merike with any questions. click the image below to open a printable donation packet when requesting donations. Thank you!
If you feel called to pledge for 2022, it's not too late! Your estimate of giving for the coming year will inform our planning of programs and ministry. We exist to be a beacon of faith, hope, and love! Thank you for making it possible.

Visit the Giving page at GoodShepOnline.org to find out more.
Visit the Giving Page for more information about our campaign, our campaign opening Why? video, online estimate of giving options, and frequently asked questions.

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and School
The Very Rev. Dr. Douglas F. Scharf, Rector
The Rev. Derek M. Larson, Assistant Rector

561-746-4674