Events
Below you’ll find some of the fun events we like to host throughout the year.
| Event Name | Description | When |
|---|---|---|
| S’more Jesus | An expression of Christian Education for all ages! We share a prayer and a meal in the Fellowship Hall followed by an hour of age-specific conversation. Then we gather for a final sending ritual we call “candle prayer.” | 3rd Sunday of Every Month |
| The Friendship Circle | A group of single adults who gather in fellowship over games, shows, prayer, and more! | Meeting times and location announced during worship or on social media |
| Trunk or Treat | A joyful expression of community where all are welcome to dress up in costume to trick-or-treat around the parking lot at Good Shepherd, where members of the church and the community have decorated their vehicle trunks. | Late October |
| Hug-a-Bear Ministry | Homemade bears are prayerfully crafted by volunteers and then freely given to folks who need a hug as a reminder of God’s presence in their lives. | Announced during worship or on social media |
| Easter Egg Hunt | An event where all children and their loved ones are welcome to hunt for Easter eggs. | End of Lent |
| Servant Leader of the Month | An opportunity to recognize a special member of our community who has gone above and beyond in faithful service. Servant leaders are celebrated monthly during worship in the announcements. | Once a month |
| Spring Festival and Chicken BBQ | A Good Shepherd Festival celebrating the return of spring and featuring a Chicken BBQ. | May 13, 12-4pm |
| Community Choir Concert | Join us in celebrating the Lord through music. | May 21, 1pm |
| Brighter Light Concert | A performance by the renowned Brighter Light Choir. | June 3, 6pm |
| Book Study | This month’s book is “Telling Secrets” by Frederick Baechner. Please call the office to sign up. | Thursdays in July at Noon |
| Church Cook Book | We are creating a cookbook for Good Shepherd. Send your favorite recipes to pennstater08@gmail.com or send to the church office. | Pending |
To learn more at any time, please contact us.