Good Shepherd Events
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Ruby’s Pantry Community Food Event
Thursday, May 16, 5:30-7:00 pm, Good Shepherd South Parking Lot
$25/share (2 boxes of food)
ALL are welcome to stretch their grocery budget with this food event. Each share gets you two boxes of food—one dry box and one fridge/freezer box. Reserve your share or volunteer today!
Congratulations, 2024 Seniors!
Sunday, May 19, 10:30 am, Contemporary Worship
Join us in blessing and praying for the futures of our graduating seniors!
The Bridge Young Adult Ministry (20s & 30s)
Sunday, May 19, 9:30 am
Join us for an hour of fellowship with other young adults—share your triumphs and struggles in this stage of your faith. Free childcare provided in the Good Shepherd Nursery. Questions? Email Pastor Meggie!
Adult Christians Together (ACT, 55+)
Sunday, May 19, 5:00 pm
Join us for a potluck, friendship, and fellowship! Bring a friend and your favorite dish to share––ALL are welcome here.
Let’s Talk Turkey (& Greece)! with Special Guest, Dr. Michael Chan (Concordia College)
Wednesday, May 22
5:00 pm, Dinner & Presentation
Whether you plan on attending the trip in March 2025, are still deciding, or want to hear about Dr. Chans experience, please join us! Questions? Linda Bartholome, Congregation Engagement Director
Book Club
Thursday, May 23, 2:00–3:30 pm
“Personal Librarian” by Victoria Murray
The Good Shepherd Book Club meets on the 4th Thursday of every month. Join in the fellowship and discussion!
Mission Jamaica Deposit Due
Saturday, June 1, 7:00 pm
Have you ever thought about going on a vacation—half service and half relaxing at the beach? This mission trip may be for you! Join us for an interest meeting to learn more about Mission Jamaica, meet past team leaders, and see if you are ready to vacation with a purpose.
Paper Arts Ministry
Saturday, June 1, 9:00 am
Making Cards to spread hope & joy. Open to all card-making abilities. Supplies provided. Join us!
Vacation Bible School
Session 1: June 3–6, 9:00 am–Noon
Session 2: June 10–13, 9:00 am–Noon
$45/student (includes t-shirt & CD)
Age 3 (potty-trained)–Grade 4 (currently enrolled ‘23-’24 school year)
This summer we are “Scuba Diving into Friendship with God”! Come discover how God can be a part of your every day life through music, crafts, games, and storytelling. ALL are welcome here!
Youth High School Pizza Party
Thursday, June 6, 12:30-1:30 pm
For 9-12 Graders
Stop in, grab a slice, and say, “hi!”
Youth Candy Salad Event
Wednesday, June 12, Noon-1:00 pm
For Grades 6 to 9
Bring a favorite candy to add to the mix, and take home a combo baggy of treats!
Donuts with Dads—Father’s Day
Sunday, June 16, 9:30 am
Join us for donuts between services to celebrate the special men in your life!
Youth Middle School Sioux Falls Summer Trip
June 21–23
For 6–8 Graders
Family Fun Night Bingo
Tuesday, June 25, 6:30 pm
Bingo + Ice Cream Sundaes + Family + Friends = FUN! Join us and bring an ice cream topping to share. Free event for all ages.
Youth Middle School Sioux Falls Summer Trip
June 26–28
For 9–12 Graders
Youth Bring-Your-Own Pool Party
Thursday, July 11, 1:30-3:30pm
Bring something to use as a pool, and lounge for the afternoon. Music, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
Day at Summer Bible Camp
Thursday, July 18, 7:00 am-6:30 pm
For Kindergarten–Grade 2
$36/student (plus $20 payable to Good Shepherd for bus transportation)
Deacon Julie invites all gsKids and friends to join her for a day at Luther Crest Bible Camp! This is a great way to see what camp is like––without sleeping over.
Bible study, games, swimming, crafts, and music! Lunch, transportation, and snack are provided.
Good Shepherd Night at the RedHawks
Tuesday, July 30, 7:00 pm, Newman Outdoor Field (1515 15th Ave N, Fargo, ND)
Buy some peanuts and Cracker Jacks, and let’s watch baseball! Tickets available online or at the Church Office.
Mission Jamaica 2025
Traveling January 18-25, 2025
Vacation with a Purpose! The trip includes volunteering for four days at Westhaven Group Home and/or building a jabode home. The rest of the trip will be spent in fellowship at a small resort. New in 2025: Good Shepherd is on a MISSION to raise $4,000 to pay for half of one home!
Journeys of Paul with Pastor Mary (Turkey & the Greek Island)
Traveling March 18-19, 2025
$4,790 (based on double occupancy)
Join Pastor Mary on a trip to Turkey & Greece in 2025! Walk in the Apostle Paul’s footsteps and deepen your faith.
Trip coordinated by Elias Tours.
This will take place of the original trip planned for the Holy Land—pray for peace for Israel and Palestine.