The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd was formed in 1950. We are a part of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta, the Episcopal Church USA and the worldwide Anglican Communion.
Our worship follows an ancient pattern and is characterized by dignity, beauty and reverence. Each Sunday our worship centers around Holy Communion.
We offer opportunities for spiritual growth.
On Sunday mornings there are two worship services, one at 8:00AM (traditional language - Rite One) and 10:30AM (family service - Rite Two). There are also Christian Education classes for all ages at 9:30AM. On Wednesday mornings we also worship at 11:00 AM. At other times we offer bible study, classes in theology, natural spirituality, music and social gatherings.
Our outreach to others is most important to us. By loving and serving our neighbors we are most fully able to love and serve our Lord Jesus Christ. Quarterly we organize a workday to make repairs to homes of elderly people in our community. We teach adults to read and write. We volunteer at homeless shelters and other missions around the metro Atlanta area. Our church book and gift store profits are directed to our community outreach projects. The store is open on Sunday mornings and Wednesdays from 10AM -12:30PM.
Our church is small and friendly, yet we are growing and changing. We value our diversity and we welcome others to join us. We have recently completed our new church building which will equip us for an expanded ministry in the future. We do our best to teach our children of the love of God, and we also encourage one another in our spiritual journey.
It is impossible to convey here just what Good Shepherd and the Episcopal Church are all about. The best way for you to learn is to "come and see". We invite you to worship God with us, and make this place your spiritual home.
GOOD TUNES FOR GOOD SHEPHERD– Saturday, May 19 from 7pm – 10pm. In the old Mayfield Hardware space on the square of Covington. Musical quests: Tedo Stone & 36 Itch. Tickets $15 pre-order or $20 at the door. Proceeds will go towards the building fund. Contact Loy Turner loysturner @gmail.com.
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS NEEDED We are looking for volunteers willing to sign up for a handful of Sundays (4-6 per year) to be in our Sunday School teacher rotation. Lesson plans are provided; because Sunday School occurs at the same time as the church service, we like to give our teachers the chance to attend church throughout the year. Please email Collette Parker at cparker@salesglobe.com if interested. Thank you!
SACK LUNCH SATURDAY – May 26th,IMPORTANT CHANGE: We will meet in parish hall at 9:00am to prepare sack lunches. We will distribute them at 12:00pm.
ORDINATION – Saturday, June 9th at 10:00am at Good Shepherd. Join us for the ordination of Jenna Strizak and Gwin Hanahan from South Carolina. A luncheon will follow in the Parish Hall sponsored by ECW. We will be taking a collection for Jenna to demonstrate our love and gratitude for her faithfulness and dedicated work.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - The final week of Foundation for our Future cottage meetings is upon us, but it's not too late to attend one of the 6 remaining sessions.
Sunday - 5/20 at 9:15 and later that day at 5:00 pm at the home of Nelie and John Pittard in
Social Circle
Monday - 5/21 at 6 pm at the home of Joy and Lee Meadors
Tuesday - 5/22 at 7 pm at the home of Lucy Molinaro
Wednesday - 5/23 at 11:30 am after the Wednesday service in the Parish Hall
Thursday - 5/24 at the home of Loy and Frank Turner
This is not a pledging event, but merely an opportunity for you to learn about and discuss the financial future of the church buildings.
Sign up or just show up. You'll be glad you did.
The Church of the Good Shepherd,
4140 Clark Street,
Covington GA 30014
Telephone: 770-786-3278 |
Facsimile: 770-787-4079
