Good Shepherd - Week of May 17th, 2026

May 13th, 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 May 17th.
Study Guide

Prayer Focus for the Week

Pete Pavidis - (prayers for healing and full recovery).
Bonnie Hildebrandt - (prayers for comfort, peace, and joy).

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

5/19 - John Brugman, 93
5/23 - Leslie Alexander

Prayer and Commissioning for Zambia Team

Join us this Sunday after the second worship gathering to pray and commission our Young Adult Mission Team heading to Zambia this Friday, May 22nd to serve alongside of Prisca, one of our worldwide mission partners. Let's gather as a church supporting them in prayer as they go and serve in a mighty way! All ages are encouraged to come and pray over this team.

Office/Campus Closed

The campus will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

Good Shepherd Spring Talent Show

Are you ready to see some talent? Do you have some special talent that you want to showcase? This event on Wednesday, May 20th, 5:45-8pm, is for you! If you have a talent you would like to showcase, sign up here for tryouts! If you are not partaking in the talent show, join us anyway and cheer on our contestants as they showcase their talents!

Recognizing Our Graduates

If you or your child is graduating from Middle School, High School, or College, please submit your name, a recent photo, and where you are graduating from to youth@gspc.org (Cole Nelson).

Celebration Sunday

Join us after the second worship gathering on Sunday, June 7th for an All-Church Celebration Lunch filled with food, fun, and fellowship! We’ll celebrate our graduating students, hand out 3rd Grade Bibles, and celebrate the finish of our Kitchen Fundraiser. Plus, there will be inflatables for kids and youth! Bring your appetite and come celebrate with your church family - everyone is invited!

Moms Connect

On the first and third Wednesday of each month moms with kids of all ages join together for a time of fellowship, study, and celebration. Join us on Wednesday, May 20th from 9-10:30am in the Patio Room for our last gathering until Fall. Childcare is available. 

Parents Night Out - May 29th

We want to support you as parents by taking care of your kids for a few hours! Drop off at 5pm, pick up at 8pm, and let us take care of the rest! Just $20/family! Dinner is supplied. Sign up at gdshp.ch/pno. 

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.

Help Decorate Our VBS!

We'd love you to Adopt a Prop! Take a prop kit home, complete the project, and return by June 14th. 

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. 

Choir Corner

"In This Very Room" is the title of this week's choral anthem. Written by Ron and Carol Harris, this hymn emphasizes location. In this VERY room we can feel God's presence, love, and hope when we gather as worshippers. "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." Matthew 18:20

Our Chancel Choir meets for rehearsal weekly on Thursdays at 7pm. If you'd like to join us, please email or speak to Binh Vu, binh@gspc.org or speak to a choir member after the first worship service.

Alzheimer's Interfaith Service

An Alzheimer Interfaith Service will be held on Thursday, June 4th at 10am with lunch to follow in Zirbel Hall. We have opportunities for you to serve as greeters, table decorators, and table hosts for lunch. Please contact Carol Jaeger, Director of Senior Ministry, at carol@gspc.org with your willingness to serve. 

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 May 28th. Questions? Contact Debbie O'Dell at debodell51@gmail.com.

Stephen Ministries

Having a difficult, emotional, and/or spiritual time lately? Stephen Ministers are available to listen and to pray with you as you share what is on your heart and mind during these stressful days. Stephen Ministers care. All care is confidential. Contact Diana Klimek at 562/896.2505 or Doug Scholten at 714/906.0463 to learn more about receiving the loving care of a Good Shepherd Stephen Minister. 
Email:    info@gspc.org
Phone:  562/493.2553
Prayer:  prayer@gspc.org
Office Hours:  9am-4pm Monday-Thursday