Weekly & Monthly Meetings
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Holy Stitchers - Every Thursday, 10 a: Stitchers Rm
Pro-Life Ministry - 2nd Tuesday, 7 p: Gathering Area Women of Charity - 1st Wednesday, 7:00p: Gathering Adult Bible Study - Every Wednesday, 10:30a: G.A. |
Legion of Mary - Every Monday, 6:30p: Social Hall
Knights of Columbus - 1st Thursday, 7p: Social Hall Widow's Watch - 2nd Friday, 11a: Room 4 |
Announcements & Information
THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
December 8, 2021
This feast day of Mary is a Holy Day of Obligation. Join us for Mass at 12:00 pm or 6:30 pm. Normal Holy Hour will not be held this Wednesday.
December 8, 2021
This feast day of Mary is a Holy Day of Obligation. Join us for Mass at 12:00 pm or 6:30 pm. Normal Holy Hour will not be held this Wednesday.
Good Shepherd Calendar Meeting
All ministries are asked to send a representative to the bi-annual calendar meeting on Tuesday, December 7 at 6:00 pm. Events for January thru June will be discussed. Contact the Office with any questions.
All ministries are asked to send a representative to the bi-annual calendar meeting on Tuesday, December 7 at 6:00 pm. Events for January thru June will be discussed. Contact the Office with any questions.
Change for the Bulletin: Good Shepherd is changing our bulletin publishing company. The company, JS Paluch, we have been with is unable to print the bulletin any longer. The new company, Dee Publishing, will begin printing our bulletins December 5, 2021. Please contact the Office if you have questions about the change.
Parish Suggestion Box: Have a suggestion, comment, or concern? Place these in the Parish Suggestion Box located on the Welcome Table in the Gathering Area.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!
On January 22, 2021 at 4:30 pm, Bishop Zarama will celebrate Mass here at Good Shepherd in honor of our 40th Anniversary, Father Arul’s Jubilee Year and his Installation as our Pastor.
On January 22, 2021 at 4:30 pm, Bishop Zarama will celebrate Mass here at Good Shepherd in honor of our 40th Anniversary, Father Arul’s Jubilee Year and his Installation as our Pastor.
Children’s Christmas Choir
Children ages 5 and up are invited to join the Christmas Choir. Sign up sheet is located on the Welcome Table. First rehearsal will be December 5 at 1:00 pm in the Church. Contact Jessica Odenbaugh at 270-570-1170.
Children ages 5 and up are invited to join the Christmas Choir. Sign up sheet is located on the Welcome Table. First rehearsal will be December 5 at 1:00 pm in the Church. Contact Jessica Odenbaugh at 270-570-1170.
Nativity Festival
Good Shepherd will host a Nativity Festival on December 19 at 1:00 pm. The festival will include a Live Nativity, crafts, hot chocolate, roasting marshmallows, and a visit from St. Nicholas.
Christmas Eve Mass
In addition, the 5:00 pm Christmas Mass will feature the Live Nativity participates.
Any children or adults interested in participating are asked to sign up on the Welcome Table. First rehearsal will be December 5 at 1:00 pm.
Good Shepherd will host a Nativity Festival on December 19 at 1:00 pm. The festival will include a Live Nativity, crafts, hot chocolate, roasting marshmallows, and a visit from St. Nicholas.
Christmas Eve Mass
In addition, the 5:00 pm Christmas Mass will feature the Live Nativity participates.
Any children or adults interested in participating are asked to sign up on the Welcome Table. First rehearsal will be December 5 at 1:00 pm.
First Saturday Mass
During her apparition at Fatima, Our Lady said to Lucia, “I shall come to ask...that on the first Saturday of every month, communions of reparation be made at one moment for the sins of the world. Tell them that I promise to assist at the hour of death with the graces necessary for salvation, all those who, in order to make reparation to me, on the first Saturday for five successive months - go to confession, receive Holy Communion, say five decades of the Rosary, and keep me company for a quarter of an hour, meditating on the twenty mysteries of the Rosary.”
December 4, 2021
Mass: 8:00a Confession: 4:00-5:00p Rosary: 4:50p
During her apparition at Fatima, Our Lady said to Lucia, “I shall come to ask...that on the first Saturday of every month, communions of reparation be made at one moment for the sins of the world. Tell them that I promise to assist at the hour of death with the graces necessary for salvation, all those who, in order to make reparation to me, on the first Saturday for five successive months - go to confession, receive Holy Communion, say five decades of the Rosary, and keep me company for a quarter of an hour, meditating on the twenty mysteries of the Rosary.”
December 4, 2021
Mass: 8:00a Confession: 4:00-5:00p Rosary: 4:50p
40th Anniversary of Good Shepherd Catholic Church
This year marks the 40th Anniversary of Good Shepherd Catholic Church. We are creating a book about the history of Good Shepherd to mark this special occasion. If you have any old photos, stories about Good Shepherd, or history pertaining to Good Shepherd, please send them to Amanda at gsbulletinedit@gmail.com.
Would you like to help more with the book? Next meeting for History Book is December 9 at 10:00 am. All parishioners are invited to join the meeting.
This year marks the 40th Anniversary of Good Shepherd Catholic Church. We are creating a book about the history of Good Shepherd to mark this special occasion. If you have any old photos, stories about Good Shepherd, or history pertaining to Good Shepherd, please send them to Amanda at gsbulletinedit@gmail.com.
Would you like to help more with the book? Next meeting for History Book is December 9 at 10:00 am. All parishioners are invited to join the meeting.
Advent Penance Service
Good Shepherd Catholic Church: December 15 at 7:00 pm
Good Shepherd Catholic Church: December 15 at 7:00 pm
The Christmas Raffle is coming!
The Women of Charity Christmas Raffle is coming to the Gathering Area the weekend of December 11/12. Bring your checkbook or cash and enjoy the fun of taking some chances on those items you hope to win!
The Women of Charity Christmas Raffle is coming to the Gathering Area the weekend of December 11/12. Bring your checkbook or cash and enjoy the fun of taking some chances on those items you hope to win!
Advent Candles
During the season of Advent, (November 27- December 19) at the beginning of each Saturday evening and Sunday morning Masses, families within the Parish will be called forward to light the Advent candles. If you would like to volunteer for a time to light the candles, be sure to sign the sheet located on the Welcome Table.
During the season of Advent, (November 27- December 19) at the beginning of each Saturday evening and Sunday morning Masses, families within the Parish will be called forward to light the Advent candles. If you would like to volunteer for a time to light the candles, be sure to sign the sheet located on the Welcome Table.
Christmas Share Tree
Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner? Each year we adopt several families from Good Shepherd, and San Isidro to help those less fortunate. This year we will place our Christmas Share Tree in the Gathering Area with ornaments beginning November 27. We look forward to your help during this time of need. Thank you and may God Bless You.
Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner? Each year we adopt several families from Good Shepherd, and San Isidro to help those less fortunate. This year we will place our Christmas Share Tree in the Gathering Area with ornaments beginning November 27. We look forward to your help during this time of need. Thank you and may God Bless You.
Christmas Baskets
The Knights of Columbus are accepting donations for Thanksgiving baskets to distribute to need families.
Items needed: corn, peas, cranberry sauce, green beans, instant potatoes, and macaroni and cheese. Nonperishable items can be dropped off in the collection boxes located at the Church and Social Hall entrances any time. Donations of turkeys and hams are greatly appreciated. Please drop these items off during Office Hours, Monday to Friday 10-4; or contact a Knight.
The Knights of Columbus are accepting donations for Thanksgiving baskets to distribute to need families.
Items needed: corn, peas, cranberry sauce, green beans, instant potatoes, and macaroni and cheese. Nonperishable items can be dropped off in the collection boxes located at the Church and Social Hall entrances any time. Donations of turkeys and hams are greatly appreciated. Please drop these items off during Office Hours, Monday to Friday 10-4; or contact a Knight.
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS
During the Christmas Season, many parishioners like to assist with the cost of flowers to decorate the Church by making a donation in “honor of” or “memory of” your loved ones. If you would like to make such a donation, please use your envelope located in your envelope mailing. Extra envelopes are available on the Welcome Table.
Names may be placed on the front and back of your envelope and placed either in the offertory basket or in the basket located on the table by Sunday, December 19, 2021.
During the Christmas Season, many parishioners like to assist with the cost of flowers to decorate the Church by making a donation in “honor of” or “memory of” your loved ones. If you would like to make such a donation, please use your envelope located in your envelope mailing. Extra envelopes are available on the Welcome Table.
Names may be placed on the front and back of your envelope and placed either in the offertory basket or in the basket located on the table by Sunday, December 19, 2021.
Christmas Week Schedule
Office will be open December 20 thru December 23. Office will be closed December 24 thru December 31. Any bulletin announcements for January 2 bulletin must be submitted by December 23.
Christmas Mass Schedule
December 24 - Children’s Mass at 5:00 pm
December 25 - Midnight Mass at 11:45 pm: Mass starts at 11:45 pm to allow the Gloria to be sung at midnight.
December 25 - Christmas Day Mass at 9:30 am.
*Christmas is a Holy Day of Obligation. Christmas Day Mass does not fulfil the requirements for Sunday Mass attendance. The weekend Mass schedule will remain the same for December 25/26.
Office will be open December 20 thru December 23. Office will be closed December 24 thru December 31. Any bulletin announcements for January 2 bulletin must be submitted by December 23.
Christmas Mass Schedule
December 24 - Children’s Mass at 5:00 pm
December 25 - Midnight Mass at 11:45 pm: Mass starts at 11:45 pm to allow the Gloria to be sung at midnight.
December 25 - Christmas Day Mass at 9:30 am.
*Christmas is a Holy Day of Obligation. Christmas Day Mass does not fulfil the requirements for Sunday Mass attendance. The weekend Mass schedule will remain the same for December 25/26.
Mass Intentions, Altar Flowers, and Sanctuary Light for 2022 are now available
Mass Intentions can be reserved for a deceased loved one, in honor of someone living, for the health of a loved one, or other special intentions. The typical donation for a Mass Intention is $10. For more information, call the Office at (910)425-1590.
Altar Flowers are placed on the Altar typically in honor or memory of a loved one, or other special intention. The cost of the flowers is $50.
The Sanctuary Light is a candle continuously burning to indicate the presence of Jesus in the Tabernacle. Candles can be purchased in honor or memory of a loved one or other special intention. For 2022, seven day candles will be purchased and cost is $10.
Mass Intentions can be reserved for a deceased loved one, in honor of someone living, for the health of a loved one, or other special intentions. The typical donation for a Mass Intention is $10. For more information, call the Office at (910)425-1590.
Altar Flowers are placed on the Altar typically in honor or memory of a loved one, or other special intention. The cost of the flowers is $50.
The Sanctuary Light is a candle continuously burning to indicate the presence of Jesus in the Tabernacle. Candles can be purchased in honor or memory of a loved one or other special intention. For 2022, seven day candles will be purchased and cost is $10.
Sick & Homebound Ministry
Good Shepherd is in need of volunteers for the Sick & Homebound Ministry. This ministry brings the Word and Eucharist to those who are unable to come to Mass. Please contact Cheyenne Rewis, cheyenerewis@gmail.com for more information.
Good Shepherd is in need of volunteers for the Sick & Homebound Ministry. This ministry brings the Word and Eucharist to those who are unable to come to Mass. Please contact Cheyenne Rewis, cheyenerewis@gmail.com for more information.
Wreaths Across America
In many homes across the U.S., there is an empty seat for one who is serving, or one who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Our mission is to Remember, Honor, and Teach all year long, far beyond the single day in December when we coordinate wreath laying ceremonies.
All throughout the year, Wreaths Across America works in a number of ways to show our veterans and their families that we will not forget.
We are doing our share at Good Shepherd through the Widow's Watch ministry. You can purchase/donate a wreath at 1 for $15 or 3 for $30. Make check out to Good Shepherd and put Wreaths on the memo line; can mail it in, drop off at the office, or put in the collection basket.
In many homes across the U.S., there is an empty seat for one who is serving, or one who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Our mission is to Remember, Honor, and Teach all year long, far beyond the single day in December when we coordinate wreath laying ceremonies.
All throughout the year, Wreaths Across America works in a number of ways to show our veterans and their families that we will not forget.
We are doing our share at Good Shepherd through the Widow's Watch ministry. You can purchase/donate a wreath at 1 for $15 or 3 for $30. Make check out to Good Shepherd and put Wreaths on the memo line; can mail it in, drop off at the office, or put in the collection basket.
The Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary prays a weekly Rosary for our Youth to be protected from secular influences (as requested by Father Edisson and being continued as an apostolic work). Please join us in this weekly Rosary either physically or spiritually. Rosary date, time, and location will be posted on Good Shepherd’s website ever Tuesday morning.
Prayer for our Youth
Heavenly Father, we gather today to offer this Rosary for the protection of our youth against secular influences, whether it be from social media, other people, or even from ourselves. We know that the devil likes to prey upon those who feel lonely, depressed, or overly anxious. We humbly ask for your graces with the intercession of Our Blessed Mother and Saint Joseph that you aide us in this spiritual battle against all evil. Help us parents, especially, to preserve the innocence of our children. We pray that they continue to grow in their faith and love of you and to seek you out in times of trouble and confusion. We pray that they have the desire to spend time with you in Adoration for that closeness and for your everlasting love and mercy. Amen.
May Mary, our Blessed Mother, hold you dearly in her Immaculate Heart.
Contact Michael Provencher 910-728-1267 or Deborah Aberg 910-489-8336 for more information.
The Legion of Mary prays a weekly Rosary for our Youth to be protected from secular influences (as requested by Father Edisson and being continued as an apostolic work). Please join us in this weekly Rosary either physically or spiritually. Rosary date, time, and location will be posted on Good Shepherd’s website ever Tuesday morning.
Prayer for our Youth
Heavenly Father, we gather today to offer this Rosary for the protection of our youth against secular influences, whether it be from social media, other people, or even from ourselves. We know that the devil likes to prey upon those who feel lonely, depressed, or overly anxious. We humbly ask for your graces with the intercession of Our Blessed Mother and Saint Joseph that you aide us in this spiritual battle against all evil. Help us parents, especially, to preserve the innocence of our children. We pray that they continue to grow in their faith and love of you and to seek you out in times of trouble and confusion. We pray that they have the desire to spend time with you in Adoration for that closeness and for your everlasting love and mercy. Amen.
May Mary, our Blessed Mother, hold you dearly in her Immaculate Heart.
Contact Michael Provencher 910-728-1267 or Deborah Aberg 910-489-8336 for more information.
Praying the Rosary
Want somewhere new to pray the Rosary? We have many place here at Church that are perfect for focusing your mind on the Rosary. As you come in the Parking Lot, on the left is a Rosary Garden, made and maintained by Good Shepherd’s Confirmation II classes since 2017. You can walk the Rosary as you pray. As you leave the Parking Lot, on the left is the Mary Grotto. This area was dedicated to the Church in memory of Father Bumann. Two benches are available to sit while you pray. We also have a Stations of the Cross Walking Path, located behind the gazebo.
Want somewhere new to pray the Rosary? We have many place here at Church that are perfect for focusing your mind on the Rosary. As you come in the Parking Lot, on the left is a Rosary Garden, made and maintained by Good Shepherd’s Confirmation II classes since 2017. You can walk the Rosary as you pray. As you leave the Parking Lot, on the left is the Mary Grotto. This area was dedicated to the Church in memory of Father Bumann. Two benches are available to sit while you pray. We also have a Stations of the Cross Walking Path, located behind the gazebo.
Parish Evangelization
Would you like to help build the parish? Help the parish grow by inviting someone you know who has fallen away from the church to come to Mass with you one weekend.
Or invite someone new who is not Catholic. God is always calling new people to him and asking us to live out our baptismal call. What better time since we hear so much negative publicity about God and church? We might not be able to bring God and prayer back into school and our government, but we can bring people into the church.
Would you like to help build the parish? Help the parish grow by inviting someone you know who has fallen away from the church to come to Mass with you one weekend.
Or invite someone new who is not Catholic. God is always calling new people to him and asking us to live out our baptismal call. What better time since we hear so much negative publicity about God and church? We might not be able to bring God and prayer back into school and our government, but we can bring people into the church.