Good Shepherd - Week of September 20th, 2026

We are continuing our Fall ten-week series through Romans 1-7, Paul’s letter to the Romans—one of the richest and most foundational books of the Bible, exploring the power of the gospel and the grace of God revealed in Jesus Christ. Join us at the 9am and 10:45am worship gatherings in person, or the livestream option directly from our website at (gspc.org).

Prayers for Roy Benstead and family on the passing of Carol on September 13th.
Prayers for the family of Elaine Fleming, former member of Good Shepherd, who passed away on August 14th. A memorial service will be held on October 23rd at 4pm at Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, 2850 Fairview Rd., Costa Mesa.
Mary Billetts - prayers for healing following surgery.
MJ Van Melle - prayers for healing and recovery.
Sammy Rake - (son-in-law of Don Travis) prayers-awaiting open-heart surgery again.              
Diane Wood - prayers for healing and recovery.
Carol Ramseyer - prayers for healing, strength, and recovery.
Robert Woo - (husband of Annie Cavadini) healing from cancer.
Bonnie Hildebrandt - prayers to be receptive to physical therapy.

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.

9/21 - Rich Winslow, 80
9/26 - Dee Ann Palmer, 91

9/22 - Don and Lanette Broun, 53 

Are you new to our church or interested in learning more about who we are? Join us for our next Newcomers' Lunch on September 27th at noon in the Fireside Room. You'll have an opportunity to meet our pastors, connect with others, and learn more about our church and its mission. Lunch will be provided. Everyone is welcome! We'd love to see you there!

Our Nominating Committee will soon begin seeking candidates to serve as elders and deacons in the coming year. Please prayerfully consider who in our congregation might be well suited for these important roles, it may even be you! The open positions needed for Elder are Family/Children, Membership, Facilities, and Worship. Deacon positions needed are: College/Military, Home Communion, Memorial Receptions, and Health. Be sure to ask a person you wish to nominate to be sure they are willing. Send or email nominations to DJ@gspc.org. Forms available at the Welcome Center or online by clicking here.  

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 provided.
Click here to sign up! 

Our Chancel Choir is back in action again this Sunday, singing "The Truth Shall Make You Free."                          
We welcome anyone who loves to sing to join us - in two ways:
1.  Chancel Choir: Sings praises to the Lord every Sunday. Rehearsals began last Thursday, September 3rd at 7pm, and you are welcome any time.
2.  Festival Choir: A shorter commitment and lots of fun festive music! Join us just for the Christmas season community choir.
For more information email Dr. Binh Vu, binh@gspc.org. Or speak to a choir member!
Don't sing yourself but know someone who does? Please pass the invitation along!

Rising TIDE is a FREE afterschool program in downtown Long Beach that our church has supported for many years. Any GSPC donation received by September 20th will be matched by a member of our church (up to $5000), matched by Friends of Rising TIDE, and partially matched by "Long Beach Gives." Please write your check to Rising TIDE and bring it to the Rising TIDE table on the patio on or before September 20th for the three matches. Inner-city Long Beach kids thank you!

Our next Cancer Support Group at Good Shepherd will be online on MONDAY September 21st at 7pm, via Zoom. Please note date change: for this month only, we are meeting on the THIRD Monday of the month. 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 so that we may add you to our group email distribution list. 

Fall into Bunco! All ladies are welcome to attend on Friday, October 9th at 6pm in Zirbel Hall. Cost is $15 which includes dinner and dessert. Sign up at the Women's Ministry table on the Plaza. 

Join us on Wednesday, September 23rd at 4:45pm in the Choir Room as Peggy and Mark Malbon lead us. We will explore the history, authors, and stories behind our faith's favorite hymns. Come, bring a friend, stay for dinner!

Join us in the Fireside Room for a time of fellowship and lunch together on Thursday, September 24th at 12 noon. We welcome back the members of the Bridge Creek Band. They offer an enjoyable and energetic blend of classic genres using a diverse range of instrumentation including acoustic and electric guitars, mandolin, lap steel, harmonica, vocals, bass, and hand percussion. Cost: $8.00 per person. Sign up at the Senior Ministry table on the Plaza.

We are off to explore the new SoFi Stadium with an exclusive behind the scenes tour on Thursday, October 15th from 9:30-1:30pm. We will take a look at the luxury suites, the owners club, private VIP lounges as well as the locker rooms of the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers. Our time will include a chance to walk through the tunnel onto the playing field. Please wear comfortable walking shoes for this event. Large bags and purses are prohibited, please use a clear plastic bag or small clutch purse. We will have a "stadium lunch" before boarding our coach to return to church. Cost: $65.00 per person. Please reserve your spot and pay at the Senior Ministry table on the Plaza. 

As believers, we do not live on this earth alone. We have God, the Holy Spirit, and one another. We have each other to love and encourage. "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds...encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near." - Hebrews 10:23-25. The Deacons at Good Shepherd support the administration of encouragement. The Deacon of Communication is a position who encourages people who are not presently in our area. It is to college and military members connected to our body of believers. This position writes/texts encouragement when believers are away.
If you have a college student or military member you would like encouraged, please contact Dawn Jaeger at 657/222.5258.

Having a difficult, emotional, and/or spiritual time lately? Stephen Ministers are available to listen and 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.

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 September 24th. Questions? Contact Debbie O'Dell at debodell51@gmail.com.

Looking for healthcare professionals to join - email Barbara Kozak at bjzaky@gmail.com.   

Hoag Hospital has had a change in their policies, and we will not be able to hold our clinic as scheduled this year. You are encouraged to receive your vaccination this year through your healthcare provider, participating pharmacies, community clinics, or public health vaccination programs.   

Email:    info@gspc.org
Phone:  562/493.2553
Prayer:  prayer@gspc.org
Office Hours:  9am-4pm Monday-Thursday