Good Shepherd - Week of June 28th, 2026

This summer, we are continuing our sermon series on the parables of Jesus. These short stories are simple enough to remember, but deep enough to unsettle us, challenge us, and reshape the way we see God, ourselves, and the world around us. Together, we'll listen closely to the stories Jesus told and ask what it means to receive his kingdom with open ears, honest hearts, and lives ready to respond. Join us 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 June 28th.

Prayers for the family of Mary Marsh who passed away on June 18th.

Prayers for Steve Escovedo and family on the passing of Shawna on April 27th. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 27th at 11am with a reception to follow in Zirbel Hall.

Charlotte Lucas - (prayers for healing and strength).
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

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

6//28 - Carolyn Williams, 94
7/2 - Ric Woodhall, 83
7/3 - Mildred Esten, 91

6/29 - Bob and Cathy Steuber, 58 years
6/29 - Binh and Ahn Vu, 51 years

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.

This Friday, June 26th from 1pm-2:30pm - "Pass Over" (the Wall). Many helping hands are needed to receive decorations back from St. Hedwigs as they conclude their week of VBS.
Sunday, July 12th from 12pm-3pm - Sanctuary decorating and Campus transformation into Rainforest Falls.
Sunday, July 19th from 12pm - ? - Final outside decorating and finishing touches.
Questions, please call Carol Jaeger at 714/906.4407.

We'd love you to Adopt a Prop! Pick up a prop kit at children's check-in in the Narthex, take a prop kit home, complete the project, and return by July 5th.

Hello GSPC! It's time to collect donations for VBS 2026! Click the link here to see our Amazon Wishlist or come by the table and grab a card of supplies to return.

Come, join us for a fun evening on Friday, July 3rd at 6:30pm in the Fireside Room for games, snacks, and fellowship. 

Appointments are available from 10am to 3:15pm. To schedule your appointment go to www.RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: shepherd or call 1/800/733.2767. Giving blood is lifesaving. Donations have dropped significantly in recent weeks; the need is urgent. One donation can help save more than one life. Donors will receive a classic American Red Cross, Looney Tunes T-Shirt as a thank you.

All women are invited to enjoy a night full of fun and fellowship - "Rolling in the Rainforest" - on Friday, July 10th at 6pm in Zirbel Hall. Tickets: $15.00. Sign up at the Women's Ministry table on the Plaza. Experienced players and beginners' welcome. 

"Blankets of Love" has room for more people to come and help make blankets and quilts. You don't have to have prior experience just a heart for providing a warm blanket for local needy people. There is a lot of camaraderie and chatting when they work. It meets at the church on the second Monday of each month from 10am to noon. Come join us!

The Health Ministry at Good Shepherd provides many services. One service is to host Red Cross Blood Drives in Zirbel Hall every other month. Since July 29, 2020, we have had 61 Blood Drives and collected 1,567 units of blood. We thank all of you who have given as this has saved many lives. Our next Blood Drive is July 7th, and we do have some openings so please give if you can.
 
Flu shots and other vaccines are given when available. We have medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, etc. to lend to our church families, which are maintained by Russ Hunt.

Thank you for your continued support of our Health Ministry. Barbara Kozak. 

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 July 9th. Questions? Contact Debbie O'Dell at debodell51@gmail.com.

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