Good Shepherd - Week of April 26th, 2026
Sunday Worship
Join us this Sunday as we continue our series through the book of Jonah, 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 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 26th.
Click below for the study guide for Sunday April 26th.
Prayer Focus for the Week
Prayers for the family of Sherry Smith. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 25th at 1pm in the Sanctuary with a reception to follow in Zirbel Hall.
Prayers for Diane Wood Gaughen and family on the passing of Gerald on April 20th.
Shawna Escovedo - (Prayers for peace and comfort for Shawna and family as she has now entered hospice).
Bonnie Hildebrandt - (prayers for comfort and peace).
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
Prayers for Diane Wood Gaughen and family on the passing of Gerald on April 20th.
Shawna Escovedo - (Prayers for peace and comfort for Shawna and family as she has now entered hospice).
Bonnie Hildebrandt - (prayers for comfort and peace).
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.
Birthdays/Anniversaries
4/30 - Mary Holzgang, 88
4/27 - Don and Nora Travis, 64 years
4/27 - Don and Nora Travis, 64 years
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.
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 is open, sign up before we are full! $40/kid gspc.org/kids.
Precept Upon Precept - The Book of Revelation
Precept Class is held each Wednesday from 6:35-8pm 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.
Faith At Four (45) - "Just Jonah"
Join us on Wednesday, April 29th at 4:45pm in the Choir Room as we dive deeper into the Book of Jonah. Come prepared to answer our Jonah Trivia Challenge questions. We will explore more of Jonah, his story, God's mercy, and grace. Bring a friend and stay for dinner 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. 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.
Senior Game Night
Friday, May 1st is the day to get together again for fun and fellowship! Join us in the Fireside Room at 6:30pm.
Blankets of Love - Quilters
Blankets of Love is looking for a few people who would like to chat and help work on blankets the second Monday morning of the month from 10am to noon in the Round Room #4. Our next meeting will be on May 11th. Just come on over to the church and join in! Questions, please call Pauline Willems at 562/304.6888.
Rising Tide's 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Join us on Friday, June 26th at 8am at El Dorado Park Golf Course, 2400 Studebaker Rd., Long Beach, to greet old friends or meet new ones for a day of challenges, food, fun, entertainment, inspiration, and the opportunity of knowing you made a real difference in the lives of countless young people. Call Chuck Landon at 310.781.0539 or Adele Langworthy at 562/437.0958 x25 for ticket information and questions.
Deacons' Benevolence Fund
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.
Volunteers Needed
Saturday, May 9th, is national "Stamp Out Hunger Day" which the US Post Office holds each year. This is a family friendly event that Food Finders has at the Seal Beach Post Office at 2929 Westminster Blvd. (hear the corner of Seal Beach Blvd. and Westminster) for a shift from noon to 2pm. Twenty-five volunteers are needed. You can sign up at the Local Missions Table on Sundays or call Arlene for more details at 562/714.1155.
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
Phone: 562/493.2553
Prayer: prayer@gspc.org
Office Hours: 9am-4pm Monday-Thursday