Weekly Parish News for Thursday, September 25 | | |
Announcements
- Commitment Sunday
- David is on vacation
- Celebration of Life for Michael Riddle- Sept. 27
- Godly Play Q & A - Sept. 28
- New Coffee Fellowship Group - Oct. 1
- New Good Shepherd Choir - Oct. 5
- Blessing of the Animals - Oct. 5
- Morning Prayer Info & Training Session Coming Next Week
- Men's Lunch - Oct. 9
- Welcome two new DOK daughters
- Safe Church Training - Nov. 9
- Helping Out with the Little Free Pantry
| | |
Worship With Us
Prayer List
Support Our Parish
Connect With Us
| |
Commitment Sunday, September 28
Please bring your completed 2026 Annual Giving Estimate card with you to church. The cards will be collected, blessed, and offered to the glory of God during both the 8 and 10:15 services.
And be sure to enjoy the STEWardship lunch immediately following the 10:15 worship service! A beloved parish tradition: homemade delicious Brunswick stew as we enjoy fellowship and strengthen our community. Learn more about our Annual Giving Campaign and make your pledge online here:
| | |
Celebration of Life Service for Michael Riddle- September 27
A service to celebrate and give thanks for the life of our dearly beloved brother in Christ, Michael Riddle, will be held at the church on Saturday, September 27th at 2 PM. The parish will host a reception for family and friends in Shepherd's Hall immediately following the service.
Nursery care will be provided during the service.
|
Parents of Kids Aged 4 to 5th Grade - Join us September 28
Are you curious about a typical Godly Play lesson? You are invited to a brief overview/Q&A session with Carolyn and Elizabeth in the Godly Play room on the second floor (Room 304) at 9:15 on Sunday, September 28th.
| |
New Fellowship Group beginning October 1
Kaffeeklatsch
Would you enjoy some coffee, conversation, and community? Then join us each Wednesday morning from 9 to 10 AM starting October 1, 2025 at Cafe Carolina. There is no other agenda. We just want to talk and enjoy each other's company, and maybe have a cup of coffee or tea. Parking for Cafe Carolina is free at 2128 Clark Avenue in the Village District, just follow the signs. If you have any questions, please contact Jean Knepley OR 586.216.2369.
| | | |
Say hello to the newly formed Good Shepherd Choir!
These choristers in grades K-2 are so excited to be singing and praising God together in their choir robes! They will sing for the 10:15am Eucharist on Sunday October 5.
Learn more about our music programs on the website.
| | |
Blessing of the Animals
- When: Sunday, October 5th at 4 PM
-
Where: State Capitol Grounds (Morgan Street Lawn)
Don't miss this parish favorite! Bring your beloved pets (leashed or crated, please). Stuffed animals are welcome, too!
| | |
Morning Prayer Info & Training Session Coming Next Week
Beginning the week of October 6th, we will re-introduce Morning Prayer on weekday mornings in the church. Rev. Imogen will hold an info & training session at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 1st for anyone who may be interested in leading Morning Prayer. To learn more, please contact Rev. Imogen
| |
Monthly Men’s Fellowship Lunch – October 9
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 (919.832.3641)
| |
Daughters of the King Welcome New Members
On September 14 during the 10:15 worship service, Daughters of the King inducted Arlene Loder (right) and welcomed Linda Keeter (left), who transferred to Good Shepherd's Bethesda Chapter from the St. Teresa of Calcutta Chapter at St. Francis by the Sea in Salter Path, NC.
| |
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
| |
Helping Out with the Little Free Pantry
Trinity and Ewan who live in the neighborhood stopped by recently to contribute to the Little Free Pantry.
Learn more about how you can contribute
| | | |
Sunday, September 28
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
10:15 AM
11:30 AM
- Fellowship Time- STEWardship luncheon
5:30-7:30 PM
- EYC (Episcopal Youth Community)
| | 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
- The Rev. Sallie Simpson
- Patricia Harris
- Susie Rahal
- Tamara Gregory
- Larry Phearse and Family
- Bob Kirchgessner
- Randy Roberts
- Diane and Gary Gabbard
| |
- Regina Haggerty
- Peter Smith
- Nicholas Smith
- Perry
- David Lovelace
- Leslie Myszka
- Michael Koslow
- Meg Dreifuss
- The Riddle-Roberts Family
- The Bass Family
- The Lingerfelt Family
- The Williams 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.
And we pray for those who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom, remembering especially Eleanor Williams.
In the Diocesan cycle of prayer, we pray for St. Margaret’s, Waxhaw, and Grace, Weldon.
In the Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for the Province of the Episcopal Church of Sudan.
| |
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 September 21, 2025. Photo courtesy Mary 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.
Thank you for reading the Parish News.
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.
| | |
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!
| | | | |
