Good Shepherd - Week of April 12th, 2026

April 8th, 2026

Sunday Worship

Join us this Sunday 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 April 12th.
Study Guide

Prayer Focus for the Week

Shelly Straus - (prayers for healing following surgery).
Bonnie Hildebrandt - (prayers for comfort and peace).
Shawna Escovedo (continued prayers for stem cell recovery and improved pain relief).

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

Request Prayer

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

Birthdays/Anniversaries

4/5 - Candace Carver, 83
4/5 - Celerina Snyder, 91
4/5 - Nora Travis, 83
4/6 - Cheryl Stahl, 82
4/9 - Marie Crenshaw, 81
4/11 - Bev Houghton, 83
4/15 - Mary Marsh, 86
4/16 - Al Masterson, 80

4/12 - Mark and Kathy Carey, 57

New Series - Jonah (April 19th - May 24th)

Join us on April 19th as we begin a new series through the book of Jonah. When God called Jonah, he didn't just hesitate, he ran the other way.

This is a story about resisting God, wrestling with grace, and discovering that God's mercy reaches further than we expect. Come explore what happens when God refuses to give up on both the prophet and the people he was sent to.

Zambia Young Adult Team Thank You Breakfast

Join us next Sunday, April 19th, between services from 10-10:45 for a yummy breakfast and specialty coffee as a way for the team to say thank you for everyone's support as we prepare for our trip coming this May!

New Director of Operations - Justine McCoy

We're excited to welcome Justine McCoy as our new Director of Operations beginning April 13th. As a longtime member and volunteer, Justine brings both a love for Good Shepherd and strong organizational gifts. She'll help support our staff and ensure our ministries run smoothly and effectively. We're grateful to have her stepping into this role!

Wednesday Nights Are Back!

We are back with Seniors at 4:45, dinner 5:45-6:30, kids, youth, and adult life groups
6:30-8.

Rainforest Falls VBS 2026 Open for Registration

Kids (PreK-5th Grade) are invited to Rainforest Falls VBS July 20th-24th, where kids will trek into field-tested rotations such as bible, music, crafts, and science that reinforce relevant Bible Points and immerse kids in new adventures. Registration open, sign up before we are full! $40/kid gspc.org/kids.

April 24th - Parent's Night Out

Bring your scooters or tricycles and helmets (required) so that you can join in on some parking lot races - Wreck-It-Ralph style!! Decorate your scooters before you come or use our supplies when you arrive. Dinner, candy bar, and movie included. Parents simply drop off at 5pm and return by 8pm and we take care of the rest. Invite your friends to this fun night out!! Just $20/family! Sign up at gspc.org/kids.

Join the Good Shepherd Family!

On Sunday, May 3rd, we are inviting everyone who is not yet an official member of Good Shepherd to come to an interest/orientation meeting for New Covenant Partners. During this time, we'll enjoy good food and conversations together, explore what it means to be a covenant partner, learn about Good Shepherd's core beliefs and priorities, and answer any questions you might have about the Christian faith and/or the Presbyterian Church (ECO: A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians). Childcare is available upon request. Simply e-mail Mary Gerard at mary@gspc.org. 

Cancer Support Group

Our next Cancer Support Group at Good Shepherd will be online on MONDAY April 13th at 7pm, via Zoom. 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. 

NAMI Family Support Group

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 and 4th Thursday of each month from 7-8:30pm in the Fireside Room. The next meeting is on April 23rd. Questions? Contact Debbie O'Dell at debodell51@gmail.com. 

Foster the City - New Ministry Opportunity

Right now, children in our community are waiting for safe, loving homes and the Church is uniquely positioned to respond. Foster the City equips everyday people to step into that need, and there's a role for everyone. Whether you feel called to foster, support families, or simply learn more, this is your next step.

On April 15th at 7pm, we're hosting an interest meeting to learn how you can be part of this work. Don't miss the chance to step into something that truly matters. 

Precept Upon Precept - The Book of Revelation

Precept Class is held each Wednesday from 6:35-8-m in Room #4. The book of Revelation is an amazing opportunity to take the time to be with God and build a great relationship and learn about the end times. We will be starting the second workbook of the Revelation study at the end of April. There can be up to five hours of homework per week. Contact Jack Knutzen at 562/810.7808 or email at knutzen4@gmail.com for more information and to get the workbook. All are invited to join! 

Dirtbags vs Oregon State Baseball Game

Take me out to the ball game! Join us at Blair Field as the CSULB Dirtbags take on Oregon State, Friday, May 8th at 6pm. Tickets are $15 per person. Sign up online or at the table on the Plaza. 

Welcome to Deacons' Corner

Good Shepherd is blessed to have an awesome Hospitality Ministry. We have five weekly teams for Sunday, each headed by a Plaza Host, who set up the coffee and donut stations, prepare several cubes of hot coffee, hot water for tea, and cold water. The two coffee servers and two donut servers assist us each morning with a smile. Volunteers are needed to roll the coffee carts back to the kitchen after second service, and volunteer (s) to wash the table cloths each week. Susan Appleby 562/449.6798.

Faith At Four (45)

Join us on Wednesday, April 15th at 4:45pm in the Choir Room for Harmony and Hymns as Mark and Peggy Malbon lead us to explore the history, authors, and stories behind our faith's favorite hymns. Plan to stay for dinner together on the Plaza and classes afterwards. 

Women's Spring Luncheon - Saturday, May 2nd

Join us on Saturday, May 2nd at 11:30am for a time of fellowship as we dive into what it means to be Rooted in Christ, the theme this year. Anne Mallari from We Care will be our featured speaker. Sign up today to hostess a table. Tickets ($20) will be available at the Women's Ministry table on the Plaza. 

Prime Time Luncheon

We are blessed to have JoJo Weingert and the Hui O'Hula dancers perform after our luncheon on Thursday, May 7th at 12 noon in Zirbel Hall. Wear your favorite Hawaiian outfit as we celebrate and enjoy our time together. Cost: $8.00 per person. Sign up at the Senior Ministry table on the Plaza. 

Quilters

Quilters meet on the 2nd Monday of each month at 10am in the Round Room #4. Their next meeting is on April 13th. 

Special Needs Community Dance

You are invited to our next Special Needs Spring Dance, an evening of fun for people with developmental disabilities. Join us on Friday, April 10th from 7-9pm in Zirbel Hall. Wayne Harrington (DJ) plays great music to dance to, listen to, and enjoy with a room full of friends. You are welcome to bring refreshments to share. 

Welcome Center

Please stop by the Welcome Center in the Narthex if you have any questions.  

Flower Calendar 

If you would like to provide flowers in the Sanctuary for worship, please contact Ellie in the church office at 562/493.2553 X200 or stop by to sign up. 
Email:    info@gspc.org
Phone:  562/493.2553
Prayer:  prayer@gspc.org
Office Hours:  9am-4pm Monday-Thursday