Good Shepherd - Week of December 7th

Join us this Sunday as we continue our Advent Series titled Light of the World - at the 9am and 10:45am worship gatherings in person, or the livestream option directly from our website at (gspc.org).

Click below for the study guide for Sunday December 7th.

Earlier this week we shared that Pastor Bryan, after much prayer and discernment, has accepted a new call that will bring him closer to family in Florida. We are grateful for his six years of faithful ministry at Good Shepherd and fully support him as he follows God’s leading into this next season. You can read his full letter by clicking here.

Bill Ruzgis - (prayers for healing).
Dick Freeman - (prayers for healing).
Lee McWhorter - (prayers for healing and recovery).
Harry Davies - (prayers for healing).
Bonnie Hildebrandt - (prayers for healing and peace of mind).
Shawna Escovedo (prayers for peace as she navigates the transplant process).
Carol Ramseyer (prayers for healing).
Dawn Jaeger (prayers for healing and recovery).
Betty Lou Crain (prayers for healing).
Alicia Porter (prayers for comfort and strength).
Chris Zato (prayers for healing).
Mary Marsh (prayers for healing).

Jesus says, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”  John 14.27

Submit prayer requests to prayer@gspc.org or click the button below.

12/6 - Bob Elliott, 92
12/7 - Elaine Elliott, 92
12/10 - Jeanette Estill, 85
12/12 - Bob Zambenini, 93

We have run out of physical copies of our Advent Devotional - Darkness Then Light. If you would like to download a digital copy you can do so here! These are stories of illumination which contain vivid portraits of humanity, steeped in the aching depths of darkness and the vibrant births of new light - two realities that permeate and shape our existence. The hope is to reflect on these personal stories of darkness and light, reminding us of the predawn moments of your own life and rejoice in the light that never fails to arrive in hope and glory.

We welcome everyone to join us on Wednesday, December 24th in the Sanctuary for our Christmas Eve Worship Gatherings. The Family Christmas Eve Service will be at 4pm, and the Traditional Candlelight Worship Service at 7pm. We will gather for worship on Sunday, December 28th for one service at 10am in the Sanctuary. All gatherings will be livestreamed online at gspc.org.

Sign ups are now open for Advent Candle LIghting for both the 9am and 10:45am worship gatherings as well as Christmas Eve. Sign up with Pastor Janae or send her an email at janae@gspc.org.

All ladies are welcome to the Women's Christmas Luncheon on Saturday, December 13th at 11:30am. We will find you a table if you do not know a hostess. Tickets are $25 which are on sale until December 7th at the Women's Ministry Table on the Plaza. Rev. Janae Barker will be the speaker, and our theme is "Wrapped in Love." We will have raffle baskets! Plan to join us!

Join us on Wednesday, December 10th as Peggy and Mark Malbon lead us in the Choir Room at 4:45pm. We will explore the history, authors, and stories behind our faith's favorite Christmas hymns. Join in, sing, and then stay for dinner. 

Our next Cancer Support Group at Good Shepherd will be online on MONDAY December 8th at 7pm, via Zoom. We will now be meeting on the second Monday of each month. All cancer patients and their caregivers, past and present, are encouraged to join our group for support and prayer. A Zoom link will be sent out before the meeting. Please contact Heidi Butcher at 714/319.5040 with questions, or if you are new to the group that we may add you to our email group distribution list.

Sunday, December 14th, GSPC Youth are hosting their annual Youth Fundraiser for winter camp. They will be serving breakfast in between services so make sure you come hungry! We would love your participation and support. Options to give include cash, check, or online payment." 

The Stephen Ministry Team at Good Shepherd would like to announce that our annual worship service for those grieving the loss of a loved one will be shared on Thursday, December 18th at 4pm in the Sanctuary. The service will also be livestreamed. This is a special time of honoring and remembering your loved one this holiday season. If you have lost a loved one this past year and would like a photo of your loved one to be included in the "In Memoriam" video presentation, please scan a favorite photo with their full name and email to mary@gspc.org or mail it to the church office by Monday, December 8th. The photos will be shown on the screens during the service. Please be in touch with Pastor Bryan at bryan@gspc.org if you have any questions.  

We have an opportunity for you to visit a Senior Adult this Christmas and bring a friendly hello and love from the church. Please pick up a Christmas bag and the name of a homebound senior adult on Wednesday, December 10th, Sunday, December 14th or Sunday, December 21st. Please deliver the bag before Christmas.

Pick up your Weekly or Monthly Giving Envelopes on the table in the Narthex.

Pledge your financial support to Good Shepherd in 2026 with a pledge card in the Narthex or at the office. 

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who took the time and care to pack 142 Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. Your generosity and thoughtfulness are making a real difference in spreading Christ's love to children around the world.
Thank you for being a part of this meaningful outreach. With sincere gratitude, Sarah Circle

Food Finders have received a grant to help low-income folks with food since the government won't be giving the SNAP food funds on the first of November as usual. As a result, volunteers are needed to help sort and distribute food at Admiral Kidd Park on these Saturdays: December 6th, 13th, and 20th
If you can volunteer between 8 and 11am any of those days, please let Arlene Mercer know at 562/714.1155.   

Any year-end donations must be received or post-marked by December 31st in order to qualify as a charitable contribution. 

Email: info@gspc.org
Phone: 562/493.2553
Prayer: prayer@gspc.org
Office Hours: 9am-4pm Monday-Thursday