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EYC Winter Warmth Drive Ends Sunday
Sunday is the deadline for donations to The Episcopal Youth Community's annual Winter Warmth Drive. Your donations of winter hats, gloves, scarves, socks, chap-stick, and small packages of tissues will be distributed to Shepherd’s Table guests on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Collection bins are available in the PLC lobby through Sunday. If you would like to order online, please visit our Amazon wishlist HERE.
Thank you for your support!
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Support SNAP Relief Efforts
Please consider supporting our efforts to feed the hungry this November
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bring canned/shelf-stable protein (such as tuna, chicken, or salmon) to church; these items will be donated to the Urban Ministries Food Pantry. Children and youth are warmly encouraged to participate in this corporal work of mercy.
make a monetary donation (for checks, please include "SNAP Support" in the memo line). Donations will be split evenly - half of the funds will be used to purchase $10 gift cards to A Place at the Table pay-what-you-can cafe, and the other half will be donated to Urban Ministries operating costs.
Donation baskets are available in the church and in the Parish Life Center for food items and for monetary offerings. Online giving is now available through Realm and on the parish website. Thank you!
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Take a Step Towards Ending Hunger- sponsor the CROP Walk on November 8
The Church of the Good Shepherd is organizing a team to participate in the upcoming Greater Triangle Area CROP Hunger Walk!
We invite you to join us for part or all of the three mile walk, or sponsor us with a donation on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM, as we walk together to support both our local neighbors and communities across the globe in their struggle with food insecurity. Our goal is to raise $1500. Learn more about the CROP Walk on our website. Click here.
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Poinsettia Orders Due!
Sunday is the last day to order beautiful poinsettias to decorate the church for Christmas. Your poinsettia(s) may be placed in memory of loved ones and in thanksgiving for blessings. Order online or fill out a hardcopy order form by Sunday. Thank you!
Order Here
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Don’t Miss Our Annual Oyster Roast
When: Saturday, November 15th, 5-7:30 PM
Where: Shepherd's Hall
You're invited to the annual Jim Propst Oyster Roast! Don’t love oysters? Don’t fret…shrimp, hot dogs, and kid friendly food will be available, too, along with yummy sweets. And kids will enjoy the special kid’s area. This is a fun food and fellowship event, and everyone is welcome! Come hungry and BYOB.
Registration is appreciated so we know how many oysters and shrimp to order. Please register by Thursday, November 13th. There is no charge for this event, but donations to offset costs will be gratefully accepted at the door.
Volunteers are also needed to help with the Oyster Roast; if you can help, please contact Ed Sharp. Thank you!
Register Here
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Adult Formation Offerings on Sunday at 9 AM
- Meeting from 9:00 to 10:00 in Room 323 of the Parish Life Center, the Adult Formation class will continue a focus on "Hospitality." Using resources from The Henri Nouwen Society we will review part of the series "From Fear to Love: Spiritual Grounding in Anxious Times." Looking ahead to Sunday, Nov. 16, we will join the Outreach Committee in welcoming Joy Shillingsburg, Mission Strategy Coordinator for the Episcopal Diocese of NC and founder of the nonprofit organization Wake Forest Community Table, who will lead a session on Asset Based Community Development (ABCD). This is a powerful tool for all engaging with our community and participating in outreach here at Good Shepherd. Joy will share how to use ABCD to focus on the gifts and skills that are present in our community and we will discuss ways to move outreach ministries from transactional to relational by collaborating with neighbors to build stronger and more vital ministries and communities. These two podcasts would be a great way to learn more about ABCD before or after the session: At the Table: Christian Community for the Common Good: Mike Mather and At the Table: Christian Community for the Common Good: DeAmon Harges
- Bible Study led by Debbie Moyer.
- Learn more about Adult Formation opportunities on our website. Click here.
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Newcomers Class and Reception
The Rev. Justin Gabbard will host a series of Newcomers Classes after church on November 16, November 23, and December 7. These informal sessions will provide an introduction to the Episcopal Church, Anglican theology, and our particular pattern of worship and give newcomers an opportunity to become better acquainted with our clergy and some of our other new members.
This series will be followed by an adult confirmation class beginning in January. Confirmations and receptions will take place during the bishop’s visitation on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
Contact: The Rev. Justin Gabbard
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Take a tour with the Green Team on Nov. 7
Join the Green Team on Friday (tomorrow!) at the Walnut Creek Wetland Educational Center and Nature Park.
We hope you can join us! Learn more on our website. Click here.
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Safe Church Training, Sunday November 9th
The Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina requires many ministry positions and volunteers to complete Safe Church Training every three years. The training is designed to ensure that each church is providing a safe place for children and young people as well as adults who are vulnerable. Those required to attend are clergy, church staff, vestry members, anyone who works with children or youth, anyone who makes at-home visits or other visits on behalf of the church.
The Diocese of North Carolina is providing 3 training sessions in November. One of those is November 9 at 1 PM, and a group of us from Good Shepherd will experience this session together. Would you like to join us? Please do. A light lunch of sandwich and chips will be served. Please call the Parish Office (919.831.2000) to reserve your spot. Contact: Susan Lewellen
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Special Music This Sunday!
This Sunday, November 9, our Chancel Choir is joined by the Chancel Choir from First Presbyterian Church Raleigh, and their director, Mark Woodcock (pictured above). In October, the combined choirs led music at First Presbyterian Church, and this Sunday, will be leading music here for the 10:15 Eucharist. Mark Woodcock will direct the choral anthems, while our Director of Music & Organist Kirsten Homdrom (Dr. H) will play. This has been a wonderful opportunity for both choirs and congregations for musical enrichment and an exchange of ideas and traditions. Please look forward to:
Introit - Brethren, We Have Met to Worship by Alice Parker
Offertory Anthem - Grant Us Thy Peace by Felix Mendelssohn
All service music and hymns led by two choirs and organ
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Music Dates to Note for Fall and Advent - Mark Your Calendars!
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November 9 - Chancel Choir joined by First Presbyterian Church Choir and Mark Woodcock, director, for 10:15am Eucharist
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December 7 - Traditional Advent Lessons and Carols NEW time! 4:00pm with reception to follow
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Advent Quiet Day - Dec. 6 at Good Shepherd
A Quiet Day is a day set aside for prayer, listening, and honest reflection, allowing for new clarity on life and a widening connection to God. On this Quiet Day, The Rev. Robert Fruehwirth, associate interim rector at St. Paul’s in Cary, will lead retreatants through reflections from the great medieval mystic and theologian, Julian of Norwich. Learn more in our blog article: https://www.cgs-raleigh.org/blog/advent-quiet-day-dec-6
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Monthly Men’s Fellowship Lunch – November 13
Men’s Fellowship Lunches take place 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
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Out & About Potluck Supper- November 16
OUT & ABOUT is a longstanding CGS supper group affirming our GLBT families & friends.
We gather monthly at a host's home for a potluck and fellowship. ALL ARE WELCOME!
For more information about our November 16 gathering, reach out to: Brother Paul Henry OSF by text at 954-448-8931.
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What Can You Do to Help with Hurricane Melissa Relief?
Episcopal Relief & Development is in close contact with partners, including local dioceses and agencies in Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti, as Hurricane Melissa continues to cause widespread devastation throughout the Caribbean region. "Please give today to the Hurricane Relief Fund and help our partners and dioceses reach vulnerable communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa. As we continue to assess ongoing needs in impacted areas, your urgent gift will enable us to respond now — and in the long run to aid in recovery." more info here: https://www.episcopalrelief.org/
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Sunday, November 9
8 AM
8:30 AM - 12 Noon
- Nursery Care Available (infant-4 yo)
9 AM
- Kid’s Sunday School
- Bible Study led by Debbie Moyer in Room 303
- Hospitality and Spiritual Life series, Room 323 (second floor Adult Formation room)
10:15 AM
11:30 AM
Fellowship Time on Sunday, November 9th, will be hosted by those who live in the 27608 zip code.
Please join us after the 10:15 service for lemonade and nibbles. Contact Sarah Boney for more information.
5:30-7:30 pm
- EYC (Episcopal Youth Community)
| | | The Church of the Good Shepherd Prayer List | |
- Catherine and Bob Williams
- JoAnn Kistler Lattimore and Charles Lattimore
- Roy Wright
- Janet Gilliam
- Ralph Sanders
- Pete Taylor
- Martha Bailey
- Peggy Hawks
- Janie Ward-Newton
- William Short
- Brinley Harris
- Don Caudill
- Jerry Smith
- Margaret Park
- Lynda Terrell-Rea
- The Rev. Sallie Simpson
- Patricia Harris
- Susie Rahal
- Larry Phearse and Family
- Bob Kirchgessner
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- Melissa Habel
- Ty Allen
- David Lovelace
- Melinda McIntyre and Family
- The Kochersberger-Watrous Family
- The Best Family
- The Swindell 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, especially those impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
In the Diocesan cycle of prayer, we pray for UNC-Charlotte / Central Piedmont /Johnson and Wales University Campus Ministry; Davidson College Campus Ministry; and Elon Campus Ministry / LEAF.
In the Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for The Church in the Province of the West Indies.
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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 November 2, 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 can 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!
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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A Friendly Reminder…
Have you moved? Changed your phone number or email address?
If so, please be sure to contact Parish Administrator David Baggett at david.baggett@cgs-raleigh.org or 919.831.2018). Thank you!
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