Cookouts, fireworks, family in town, the Fourth of July weekend is busy in the best way and exhausting all at once. In the middle of the chaos can you feel the joy? Or is it still on the list for “once things slow down”? This Sunday we’re talking about why joy was never meant to be tied to your circumstances. See you Sunday at Good Shepherd!
July 12: New here, or still figuring out where you fit? After service this Sunday, stick around for Pastor Chat. It’s a relaxed conversation with one of our pastors. We’d love to hear your story and connect!
July 12: Our Gladstone Church Picnic is July 12 right after service at our Gladstone Campus. Bring a chair, bring a side dish to share, and come enjoy some outdoor games and fellowship!
July 14: Digging Deeper: What is Methodism and Why Should I Care is Tuesday, July 14 at 6:30pm at our North Oak Campus. In one evening we’ll explore what we believe, why it matters and why the message of the United Methodist Church is more relevant today than ever.
July 19: If you have been curious about Good Shepherd but are not sure where to start, Next Steps Xpress is for you. It is a relaxed opportunity where you can meet others, ask questions and figure out what your next step here looks like. Lunch and Childcare are provided.
August 28: Save the date for All Church Serve Weekend is August 28 through 30. This year we are partnering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build beds for kids in our community who need them, along with a full weekend of family friendly opportunities to serve your neighbors and give back together. All ages and abilities welcome!
Now: This week, two devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela, and the loss across Caracas and surrounding communities continues to grow each day. Several in our Good Shepherd family have direct connections, friends, ministry partners, and people already serving in the hardest hit areas.
We’re in contact with trusted partners serving in affected communities and will share specific ways to help in the coming days. For now, will you pray with us?
Last Sunday we closed out The Lord’s Prayer series with a question most of us don’t think to ask: what is actually leading you right now?
Thankfully the prayer doesn’t end with fear or evil. It ends with trust. The final word belongs to God. Watch the full message below.
