Spotlight

Wednesday Evening, March 10, 7:00PM-8:30PM, Shepherd's Hall 

The 21st Century Archbishop: An Evening with Rowan Williams

Come join us as we see the Archbishop of Canterbury speak personally in brief video clips about such topics and questions as "What is the Gospel story in your own words?", "What is the greatest challenge facing humanity today?", "What is a story that gives you hope for the Church?", "How do we more fully love God and our neighbor?", and also a conversation between Archbishop Williams and British comedian and atheist, Ricky Gervais, creator and star of the original "The Office" and the movie, "The Invention of Lying."

These videos are nuggets of great teaching on basic faith matters, and Archbishop Williams' conversation with Ricky Gervais gives a great model for Christians for respectful and friendly engagement with skeptical and even unbelieving people. Brief discussion will follow each video clip. Come join us for learning, growing, connecting, and enjoying refreshments and desserts. For a preview of this week's videos, click here and here!

YOUNG ADULT GATHERING --Good Shepherd members, friends, and visitors in their 20's and 30s, married (w/w-out children), partnered or single are invited to the Shepherd's Hall porch Sunday, March 14, from 9:15am-10:15am for a kickoff Young Adult Gathering. This is a time to get connected with each other, form community, and talk about possible future events, bible studies, nights out and other activities inside and outside the Church that we can connect with. Coffee and other goodies will be provided. For more info., contact Bill Bennett, bill.bennett@cgs-raleigh.org

Remember to Set Your Clocks Forward!

Daylight Savings Time Begins

Sunday, March 14, 2010!

 You are invited to come participate in our services of Evensong in March at 5pm in the Church on Sunday the 14th & 28th. The beauty of this service -- which begins with a dimmed, quiet, and reflective sanctuary that gradually becomes infused with the soft light of candle after candle flaring to life -- makes for a very special worship experience. This service is also a wonderful opportunity to get settled and centered as you get ready for another week--it is what is often spoken of as "contemplative" experience of worship. Dress is casual. Then...join us for a wine and cheese reception in the Duncan-Giersch Center following the service.

Evensong--5:00PM, 2nd & 4th Sundays each month

from James Deal

Our last Habitat Workday is Saturday, March 13, and you are needed! We still have 4 of the 7 volunteer slots available. We'll be partnering with St. Mark's Episcopal this time, and we need to a good turnout. Good Shepherd is also providing lunch, so if you would like to participate in that way, please let me know. The location is 4005 Green Jacket Trail (lot #14), Augusta Crossing. Ours is the final workday on this site, so it will be finishing work.

Volunteer sign-up is on-line.  When you register on the website, choose Apostle Build 2009 - Church of the Good Shepherd. Each build day is broken into morning and afternoon shifts. If you want to work the full day, be sure to sign up for both shifts.

Read details about a typical build day can be found here.

Get Directions to the site here.

No experience is required! You'll be shown what to do and given tasks appropriate to your skill level. When construction begins, anyone on site must be 16 or older. Volunteers aged 16-17 will need a signed consent/waiver form from their parents.

Inquirer's Class, Parlor, 1st Floor, Duncan-Giersch Center

Please Join us for our first Class on MARCH 14TH!

The Inquirer's Class is an introduction to the Episcopal Church and serves as preparation for Adult Confirmation or Reception if you are coming from another denomination.  You can also Reaffirm your Confirmation. If you wish to be confirmed or if you would like to participate in the class as a refresher course on the Episcopal Church, contact Fyl Thompson, Membership Coordinator, at 831-2012 or fyl.thompson@cgs-raleigh.org.

The EYC is offering the opportunity to help decorate the church for Easter with the Sale of Easter Lilies & Hydrangeas!

You can Order On-Line or

 Download a form, fill it out & return it to the church by March 15th!

Easter Lily ($14) & Hydrangea ($18)

After the plants have been used to decorate the church on Easter Day, you may take them home with you after the 11:00am service, or you may choose to donate your plant to some one who is shut-in or in a nursing home.

Thank you for supporting the programs and activites of the EYC!

GPS@CGS: Gospel Positioning For the Soul at Church of the Good Shepherd

Download the2010 Lenten Adult Christian Formation Brochure here! 

You bid your faithful people cleanse their hearts, and prepare with joy for the Paschal feast; that, fervent in prayer and in works of mercy, and renewed by your Word and Sacraments, they may come to the fullness of grace which you have prepared for those who love you. - THE BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER, Proper Preface for Lent (II)

Please look through this bulletin to connect your own Lenten journey with the people and resources you need to enjoy and grow in your day-to-day Baptismal journey, and connect with other companions on that journey, with Jesus and the People of God, his Church, in our special fellowship as the Church of the Good Shepherd. Also, find resources to help in your experience and celebration of this special season.

Youth (Grades 6-12), their parents, and any interested volunteers are invited to meet with new Youth Director Wren Blessing on Sunday, March 21, immediately following the 10:30am service in the EYC Room. We will discuss spring and summer EYC plans and the formation of a new youth council. Please contact Wren Blessing (wren.blessing@cgs-raleigh.org) for more information.

The Church of the Good Shepherd now has a Facebook Page.  Visit our Facebook Page and become a Fan of CGS. It's a new way to keep in touch with you parish family and the events at church!

The address is: http://facebook.com/pages/Church-of-the-Good-Shepherd/184063247485.

Saturday, March 27, from 9:30 am to 1 pm, Good Shepherd, Raleigh (125 Hillsborough St)

Cost is $10 for lunch.

Open to clergy and laity; Register online at www.episdionc.org

For more information, contact Susannah Smith at mailto:sr-smith@mindspring.com