Good Shepherd - Week of February 22nd, 2026

Join us this Sunday as we begin our new series "Season of Lent - walking with Jesus towards the cross" 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 February 22nd.

Prayers for the family of Mary Jo Lewis who passed away on February 16th.
Bonnie Hildebrandt - Prayers for comfort and peace during her recent move.
Jon Willems - Prayers for healing.
Carole Barber - Prayers for comfort and healing.
Leslie Alexander - (prayers for energy and strength).
Dick Freeman - (prayers for healing).
Shawna Escovedo (prayers for recovery, good healing from stem cell transplant, and reduction of pain).
Carol Ramseyer (prayers for healing and upcoming treatments).
Betty Lou Crain (prayers for healing).

I lift up my eyes to the mountains-
    where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord,
    the Maker of heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2

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

2/26 - Liz Collins
2/27 - Sue Stratton, 85
2/27 - Carolyn Holmes, 80

2/23 - El Roy and Donna Delzer, 63

Our Annual Congregational Meeting will be held on Sunday, February 22nd in the Sanctuary immediately following the second service. Join us for lunch after the meeting in Zirbel Hall.   

Join us for a reverent and inspiring concert featuring David Marsh on Sunday, February 22nd at 4pm at Good Shepherd. Free admission and parking. 

Wednesday Nights Together are back next Wednesday, February 25th with Faith at Four (45) (Seniors), dinner for all from 5:45-6:30pm followed by kids, youth, and adult Life Groups. 

Kids Ministry is looking for people to serve as either a teacher or a helper, once or twice a month during our 10:45 service. Email Marita, kids@gspc.org to learn more!

Need a chance to get away and reset this spring? Join in for our Spring Family Campout down at San Mateo Campground in San Clemente. Bring your own tent or trailer and enjoy time together full of laughter and encouragement. Spots are limited, so secure your spot now!

This month, kids are exploring space for Parents Night Out. Our very own Carl Fraytet will be here with his telescope and planets set out for kids to learn and explore together. Invite your friends and join by dropping off your kids at the church at 5pm and return by 8pm. Meanwhile, kids will be given dinner and be taken care of while parents enjoy a night off. Sign up now!

Do you have a loved one with mental illness? This group is for you! You will receive encouragement, discover that you are not alone in this challenge, and find new resources to help you cope. Meetings are on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays from 7-8:30pm in the Fireside Room. The next meeting is on February 26th. Questions? Contact Debbie O'Dell at debodell51@gmail.com.

Those who are mourning the death of a loved one are invited to join the next session of GriefShare, a faith-based support group for comfort and healing, beginning on Tuesday, February 24th from 10-12pm, and continuing for 13 weeks in the Patio Room. 

The Bonner Singers, conducted by Dr. Judd Bonner will be at Good Shepherd on Sunday, March 8th at 4pm in the Sanctuary. Come experience musical excellence and passionate worship!

Local Missions is collecting hygiene items for Way Out Ministry and We Care during the month of February. Small sizes are best. Please bring donations to the Local Mission's table on the Plaza. 

The Cherry Blossom Festival Rising TIDE Fundraising Dinner will be held on Friday, March 6th. Doors open at 6pm - 607 E. 3rd St., Long Beach. Plan to enjoy an evening uplifting young lives! There will be interpretative stations, themed appetizers, a full course meal, a mock Cherry Festival Bar, a special program, and giving opportunities. To donate or to make your reservation go to www.RisingTIDEat MKEC.org or call 562/257.6881. 

Join Pastor DJ for Part 2 of "Looking to the Future with Hope" on Wednesday, February 25th at 4:45pm in the Choir Room. DJ will continue the discussion as we "look to the future!" Plan to stay for dinner together on the Plaza and classes afterwards. 

All ladies are welcome to attend Women's Bunco Night on Friday, March 13th at 6pm in Zirbel Hall. Cost is $15 which includes dinner and dessert. Sign up at the Women's Ministry table on the Plaza. 

Join us on Palm Sunday with a moving experience to prepare our hearts for Holy Week leading up to Easter Sunday. The Living Art Experience is inspired by the life of Christ and is a unique presentation through "living" reproductions of famous works of art. This theatrical masterpiece includes life-sized paintings and sculptures, live models within the art. The program will be narrated with an original script and presented with an inspirational musical score by an orchestra and vocal ensemble. We will leave the church parking lot at 12:45pm and return around 4:45pm via coach. The program starts at 2pm. Cost: $80. 

We're heading East to Palm Springs to the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens! Plan to join us on Thursday, April 23rd from 8am-6pm. Cost: $90. Set your alarm clocks for an early departure and join us as we experience the beauty of God's creation on this all-day adventure. We'll experience the Zoo in a whole new way, with a guided Private Safari tour beginning at 10am and giraffe feeding with our personal guide. Lunch will be on your own at the Big Horn Cafe. After lunch you will have time to explore the many gardens and exhibits before leaving at 3pm. Sign up at the Senior Ministry table on the Plaza.  

If you have financial needs, please call Jan McWhorter, Deacon of Benevolence, at 562/338.8982 to make an appointment to confidentially discuss receiving a gift from the Deacons' Benevolence Fund. 

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