We are a welcoming, inclusive, and affirming parish
​located in downtown Raleigh, NC.

Join us on Sunday morning at 8:00 or 10:15.

Bring the Kids!
Learn about our Children and Family Ministry:

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Sing praises to his name!

We seek to meet and serve Christ in all peoples.

We believe that God loves you, just as you are.
​Anytime you want to show up, we'd love to see you.

​We'll be saving you a seat! ​

We invite you to worship with us.

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd is, with God's help, a welcoming, inclusive, and growing community inspired by worship to actively serve others through the love, teaching, and example of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Our historic church building is nestled in the heart of ​​downtown Raleigh, NC, just one block west of the State Capitol. ​

If you are new here, please click here for more information.
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Icons of Divine Mystery: Disability, the Imago Dei, and the Church’s Call to Slow Love

What does it mean to love our neighbor as ourselves when that neighbor’s body or mind challenges our assumptions about what is “normal” or “complete”? July is Disability Pride Month and it invites us to consider this question. In response, I’d invite us to see disability not as a problem to be solved, but as a theological gift that helps the Church glimpse the mystery of God.

Read the complete article here, in the first post on our new blog.

About the author: Brett MacDonald, our Diocesan Intern for the summer, has recently joined us! Brett graduated from Duke Divinity School in May and is currently in the ordination process in the Diocese of North Carolina.
Join us this Sunday, July 13:

8 AM
  • Morning Prayer, Rite I

8:30 AM - 12 Noon
  • Nursery Care Available (infant-4 yo)

9 AM
  • Sunday School (kids 4-12 yo)

10:15 AM
At 11:30 AM
  • DOK Meeting in Room 403
  • Fellowship with snacks and beverages hosted by Good Shepherd parishioners in the Garner area.
Good Shepherd Mission Trip

The Episcopal Youth Community is organizing a summer mission trip! We have been assigned to the Burnsville Rebuild Center in Yancey County. Registration is open now. Learn more here.
From Pyramids to Playdates: VBS was a Big Success!

June 23-26: The Church of the Good Shepherd was buzzing with the sounds of laughter, learning, and ancient Egyptian adventures! 
More photos and info here.
Pool Party

CGS Families and Children are invited to a Pool Party on Sunday, August 3, from 4-6pm at the home of Jack and Nan Boyne.

Please RSVP so we'll know who to expect! 
Prayer Requests

​The people of The Church of the Good Shepherd are eager to join you in lifting your prayers to God. Please tell us how we can pray with you by submitting a prayer request. 
Coming soon- Chorister Program! 

​Do you know a child who loves to sing? We are launching a chorister program this fall, and Dr. H is surveying interested families with children in grades K-12. 

​Please fill out the form below,  and feel free to pass it along to friends! 
Support the Episcopal Farmworker Ministry
Again this year, The Church of the Good Shepherd is collecting back-to-school school supplies to benefit approximately 350 children served by Episcopal Farmworker Ministry. Our goal this year is to collect 80 backpacks by July 27! Thank you in advance for your generous support

Contact: Gerard McNeill or the Parish Office. 

Learn more about this important ministry and get instructions in the article below:
Pride Festival, June 21

The Church of the Good Shepherd had a booth at OUT! Raleigh Pride Festival. We had a great time meeting people at this fun event, and hope to see them all at church sometime!
OUT & ABOUT is a CGS supper group affirming our LGBT families & friends.

We gather monthly at a host's home for a potluck supper and fellowship. 

ALL ARE WELCOME!

For more information, contact Paul Henry at the link below:  
Books and Bagels!

Books and Bagels, the Church of the Good Shepherd book group, meets at 8:30 every Thursday morning at Chanticleer Coffee & Bakery, 6490 Tryon Road in Cary. We would love to have you join us. For more information, contact Jean Knepley at the link below.
Composting Made Easy with ReCollective

Join us for composting made simple, with a convenient drop-off right at church in the back parking lot. Join Good Shepherd and Raleigh Mennonite as we divert food waste and contribute to a healthier community.  Memberships start at $3.15 per week. Info:

All Are Welcome Here.

Whether you are a long-time parishioner or a first-time visitor, you are a part of our community. We invite you to join us. 
​We'd love to meet you this Sunday. 

Parish News for This Week​
Prayer Requests
The people of The Church of the Good Shepherd are eager to join you in lifting your prayers to God. Please tell us how we can pray with you by submitting a prayer request. 
Midweek Eucharist
​Wednesdays at 12 Noon in the church
All Are Welcome Here!
If you would like information about

• transferring your membership from another parish
• joining the church
• being married
• being baptized

please contact our Parish Administrator, David Baggett or at 919.831.2018).
Quick Links

Livestream

Our 10:15 Sunday services are livestreamed on YouTube each Sunday!
​We invite you to worship with us online virtually if you are unable to join in person. View past services and special programs here.