Holy Week and Easter ​at The Church of the Good Shepherd

We extend a most hearty welcome to all, both parishioners and visitors, as we embark upon the sacred journey of Holy Week and anticipate the celebration of our Lord's resurrection. We embrace you as a beloved part of our community. We invite you to join us as we observe the liturgies of this holy season, reflecting upon Christ's atoning sacrifice and rejoicing in the promise of eternal life.
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Holy Week Schedule:
  • Palm Sunday, April 13:
    • Liturgy of the Palms at 8:00 AM
    • Liturgy of the Palms at 10:15 AM
  • Holy Wednesday, April 16:
    • Holy Eucharist at 12:00 Noon
  • Maundy Thursday, April 17:
    • Holy Eucharist with foot washing and stripping of the altar at 7:00 PM*
    • This service will be livestreamed
  • Good Friday, April 18:
    • Solemn Liturgy of Our Lord’s Passion at 12:00 Noon
    • ​This service will be livestreamed
  • Holy Saturday, April 19:
    • Great Vigil of Easter at 7:00 PM
      At 7:00 PM on Holy Saturday, we celebrate the Great Vigil of Easter, the first Eucharist of the Resurrection. This moving service includes the Service of Light, readings from scripture (Service of Lessons), and the joyous celebration of Holy Eucharist.

Easter Sunday, April 20:
  • 8:00 AM: Holy Eucharist, Rite I
  • 9:45 AM: Easter Egg Dash *
  • 10:15 AM: Festival Eucharist with Flowering of the Cross (Child care available)
  • 11:30 AM: Fellowship Time (Join us for refreshments and fellowship)

We hope you will join us on Easter Day as celebrate the resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Easter is a time for renewal, hope, and community, and we warmly invite all to worship with us.


Special links for Holy Week: 

*Maundy Thursday, April 17
You are warmly invited to join us on Maundy Thursday, April 17th, at 7:00 PM, as we commemorate the institution of the Lord's Supper
and imitate the humility and selfless love of Jesus, who washed the feet of twelve Apostles at the Last Supper.

We will also observe the stripping of the altar. This solemn and symbolic action involves the removal of all appointments and the veiling of the crosses, representing the Christ's abandonment by his disciples and the emptiness of the world without Christ.
*Hop on over for some Easter fun!
Kids of all ages are welcome to join us for The Church of the Good Shepherd's annual Easter Egg Dash! Get ready for a flurry of colorful eggs and joyful laughter as we celebrate Easter Sunday together.

Join us on Easter morning at ~9:30 AM, out on the yard in front of the Parish Life Center. The Egg Dash will begin at 9:45!

Immediately following the Egg Dash, please be sure to gather on the front porch of the church to collect your flower(s) for Flowering of the Cross during the 10:15 worship service! You’ll process into the church with the clergy and choir during the entrance hymn.

Don't forget to BYOB – Bring Your Own Basket! We can't wait to see you there, ready to dash and discover the hidden treasures. Let the egg-citement begin!

Parking 

The Church of the Good Shepherd is conveniently located on Hillsborough Street, just one block from the North Carolina State Capitol. Here's a guide to parking options in the area:
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  • Handicapped Parking:
    • There are handicapped parking spots directly behind the church in the small lot off of Morgan Street. A ramp from this lot provides access to the Parish Life Center.
    • A few additional handicapped parking spots are located in front of the church off of Hillsborough Street, also providing access to the Parish Life Center.
  • On-Street Parking:
    • There is ample on-street parking available on the streets surrounding the church.
    • Please note that meter fees are waived on Sundays, making this a convenient and cost-free option.  During the week, meters are waived after 6:00 PM.
  • 200 West Morgan Street Parking Lot:
    • This parking lot is located directly across McDowell Street from the church, offering easy access. Parking is available at 200 W. Morgan Street (Former Diocesan House lot) at these times:
      • Maundy Thursday 6PM-9PM
      • Good Friday 11AM-2PM
      • Easter Vigil 6pm-9PM
  • Municipal Lot, 201 West Morgan Street:
    • This is another convenient parking lot located very close to the church.

We look forward to welcoming you!