Good Shepherd - Week of August 23rd, 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 August 23rd.

This September, we will begin a new ten-week sermon series through Romans 1-7, exploring the power of the gospel and the grace of God revealed in Jesus Christ. We hope everyone will experience this series in community by joining a small group for these ten weeks. Group sign-ups and additional details will be available in the weeks leading up to the series. 

MJ Van Melle - prayers for healing and recovery.
Robert Bilevich - prayers for upcoming heart surgery.
Sammy Rake - (son-in-law of Don Travis) prayers for upcoming heart surgery.                      
Diane Wood - prayers for healing and recovery.
Carol Ramseyer - prayers for healing, strength, and recovery.
Robert Woo - (husband of Annie Cavadini) healing from cancer.
Sue Stratton - prayers for healing and 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.

8/23 - Roger Wiley, 91
8/24 - Margaret Majsa, 81
8/29 - Mary Lou Clark, 87

8/23 - Dee and Anna Abell, 52

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 supplies. Sign up at gdshp.ch/pno.

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, September 16th from 9-10:30am in the Patio Room for our first gathering this season. Childcare is available.

It's not every day that we do something that has such a lifesaving impact. Let's show the community and the patients in need of blood just how much we care. Please sign up today, we have 14 openings remaining to be filled. To schedule your appointment, use this link to find the drive GoodShepherdPresbyterianChurchBloodDrive 9-8 or call 1/800/733.2767.

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 August 8/27. 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 sessions of GriefShare, a faith-based support group for understanding and healing of the grief process. This series begins on Tuesday, September 15th, from 10-12 noon in the Patio Room, and continues for 13 weeks. For more information call Diana Klimek at 562/896.2505 or visit griefshare.org. 

Get all dressed up and support the mission of Food Finders at their gala, "Ignite the Night" on Friday, September 18th. It will be at The Mayne, 16400 Bellflowers Blvd., Bellflower, CA 90706.
There will be Cuban-inspired music and cuisine presented by gourmet caterers, TGIS, plus opportunity drawings, silent and live auction.
To purchase tickets go to: bit.ly/FoodFinersignitetheNight.

Help create a clean, welcoming, and nurturing environment for youth in crisis on this day of service, September 12th from 9am to noon, ensuring their space remains safe, comfortable, and well cared for. As a safe, home-like shelter for youth experiencing instability, their shelter requires ongoing attention to maintain the warm, supportive atmosphere they deserve. Beyond the practical impact, this project sends a powerful message to the young people they serve: their community cares about them! Roll up your sleeves and help us give Casa Youth Shelter a Fall Refresh. Serve Los Al will kick off with an assembly at 8:30am at Oak Middle School Outdoor Amphitheatre, 10821 Oak St., Los Alamitos and disperse from there. To register go to https://servelosal.org/Projects/View-Project?ID=83.

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