Ministries

Volunteers help outreach and programs at Good Shepherd run smoothly. If you are interested in lending a hand, please speak to the Rector, the Warden of the Vestry, or a Committee Chair today. Everyone is welcome to offer the gifts that God has given them for the upbuilding of the Church.

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Vestry

The Vestry meets once a month and monitors and oversees the mission and finances of the Parish. Most of the Committees in the Parish are chaired by Vestry Members.

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Outreach Committee

The Outreach Committee meets quarterly planning and organizing upcoming outreach projects. Whether you want to be involved all year or just get help organizing and advertizing for an outreach event, the Outreach Committee is at your service.

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Pastoral Care Team

The Pastoral Care Team and Eucharistic Visitors serve and support parishioners in times of need. At least one member of the Prayer Group lifts the prayer list every day on behalf of the parish. This is a fun and fulfilling ministry. All are welcome to join.

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Budget, Stewardship & Fundraising

If you have a background in finance or fund raising, the church needs your gifts. These three Committees plan and manage our annual budget, stewardship/pledge campaign, and various fund raisers throughout the year.

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Choir

Singing, it has been said, is praying twice. If you enjoy singing, consider joining the choir and making a joyful noise.

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Sunday School

If you enjoy teaching children, God might be calling you to help teach Sunday School. Sign up for a Safeguarding workshop if you haven't been certified and a try teaching a single 5 week session.

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Acolytes, Lay Readers, LEMs

All, including children, can be part of our Worship Team by making sure we have readers, altar servers, non-clergy officiants and chalice bearers, and Lay Eucharistic Ministers (LEMs).

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Altar Guild

Help clean and organize linens and set up and clean up for services.

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Greeters & Ushers

Greeters & Ushers – Help make every visitor have a fabulous experience. You are invited to be a greeter and usher on Sunday or on Holy Days. We also have a group of parishioners who follow up with visitors and provide welcome baskets.

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Coffee Hour Host

Sign up any time to help host Coffee Hour.

Card Committee

Getting a note in the mail on a birthday, anniversary or when you are sick makes all the difference in the world. Join our group of note and card writers.

Events Committee

Saint Paul was a tent builder, and you can be too! Help organize and set up for our big events and services.