Christian Education

& Fellowship

Christian Education & Fellowship

Starting on Sunday, May 25, there will be no Sunday School, Cherub Choir, or Youth Group for the summer. We’ll return in the fall!


9:00 am Sunday Bible Study

in the Parish Office

We study the Bible in a non-threatening way, and also get to know others in the process. It is a quest for spiritual insight by inviting the Holy Spirit to be present in our Bible study and creating relationships with each other. No preparation or study is required. “African Bible Study” is a method first introduced by the African Delegation to Lambeth Conference in 1998 (Lambeth Conference is a gathering every 10 years of all bishops of the Anglican Communion.) It is rooted in the ancient method of praying the scriptures, known as Lectio Divina, or “Holy Reading.” 


9:00 am Sunday Youth Group

in Betsy Lovett Hall

Join us for Youth Group! 5th-12th grades. 


9:15 am Sunday Cherub Choir & Sunday School in Classroom C

Sunday School, Cherub Choir, and Youth Group are taking a break for the summer. We'll return in the fall!


  • Cherub Choir is held every other Sunday from 9:15-9:45 am.
  • Sunday School takes place on the alternate Sundays, in the same space and at the same time.


Children ages 3-10 are invited to join us for Sunday School and Cherub Choir!


Sunday Children's Chapel

During the 10:00 am service, children ages 4-10 and 2-3 with an adult are invited to follow the cross during the beginning of the service out to Craig Lounge. We will enjoy songs, a Bible story, prayer, and crafts before returning to the Church during the Peace. 

8:00 am Wednesday Men's Bible Study in Craig Lounge

The Men's 8:00 am Bible Study will continue to meet in Craig Lounge this summer. The group is studying John's Gospel, using John for Everyone by N.T. Wright. Join any time as the book is divided into numerous short sections and each meeting begins with a reading of the section to be discussed that morning


10:30 am Wednesday Study in Craig Lounge

Our Wednesday Bible Study group is taking a break until the fall.

The Forum

The Forum: Wednesday, June 11 at 6:00 pm!

                 

Please join us for a celebration of one year of The Forum! It's hard to believe we have met for a whole year! We will take a look back at what we have done in the last year—what went well, what we could do differently, and where we are going from here. We will also eat pizza, celebrate Pride, and enjoy being together. 


This will be our last meeting of the program year. We will take a break for planning during the month of July and announce new programming toward the end of the summer. If you have any thoughts or questions, please contact Mtr. Elyse at egustafson@gsjax.church. Hope to see you there!


Lay Weeders: Thursdays & Saturdays

“Lay Weeders” are volunteers who beautify the natural spaces around Good Shepherd. You are invited to join them on Thursdays and Saturdays, 9:00 to noon. On Thursdays, the Lay Weeders meet in the courtyard and on Saturdays in the parking lot. Simply bring gloves and gardening tools. Enjoy fellowship, fresh air, and some fun!


Hospitality Ministry & Potlucks: Feed My Sheep Team

Each Sunday, this group assists with coffee hour after our worship services. They also make potlucks possible. Speak to someone who currently volunteers if you are interested in assisting. Visit our calendar to see upcoming potluck dates.


Monthly EWES Lunch

EWES (“Eating With Episcopalians Socially") is a flock of Good Shepherd parishioners who meet for lunch at 11:30 am on the first Tuesday of the month. No invitation is needed and no reservation is required. It’s just a pleasant gathering with no agenda. Bring your lunch and join them in the courtyard.


Monthly Prayer Shawl Ministry

Prayer Shawl Ministry meetings will pause until September.


The prayer shawl ministry meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 4:00 pm in Craig Lounge. This group gets together to knit and crochet prayer shawls and prayer blankets that are blessed and distributed. If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or just spending time with caring and interesting people, join them. Contact Randy Stephens  with any questions.