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Dear Friends,
It’s Friday but Sunday’s coming.
This little quote from pastor Tony Campolo (the one who told the story about throwing a birthday party for a prostitute I used in a sermon a few weeks ago) packs a serious punch. As Christians, we are invited to delve deeply into the pain, agony, and anguish of Jesus’ crucifixion. After the beauty of last night’s service with foot washing, Communion, and the stripping of the altar, Good Friday is an abrupt halt on our journey toward resurrection.
It’s Friday but Sunday’s coming.
We have so much going on this weekend between the Easter Vigil on Saturday and our three services on Easter, but we cannot rush past Good Friday to get there. Please make plans to join us for either or both of our services today as we sit with the death of our Lord.
It’s Friday but Sunday’s coming.
Campolo’s one-liner represents a word of hope for the Christian: death does not have the last word. No matter how bad things get in this life, be it war, death, famine, natural disaster, sickness, divorce, or financial ruin, we are able to boast in the Cross because we know that the tomb was empty.
By the way, Easter Sunday is a great day to invite people to church. They will see a vibrant worshipping community, full pews, and they will hear the life changing message of the resurrection.
I will say no more because I don’t want to celebrate too early, but suffice it to say: it’s Friday but Easter’s coming.
See you at Noon and 7PM!
Peace,
Porter+
COGS
The next COGS ministry opportunity will be on May 3rd, the Byllesby Center is having a Mayday Festival from 11:30am to 2 pm in coordination with our Community Meal. Please email Lynn Tyson at ltyson517@gmail.com. to volunteer. Thanks to all of our COGS ministers.
BYLLESBY CENTER DEDICATION
The Byllesby Center dedication and celebration of New Ministry will be held on Friday, April 25, at 5:30pm. Bishop Logue will officiate, and BBQ will be served on the lawn following the service. All are invited! Please join the party and meet their fantastic ministry partners, volunteers, and people from the community.
YOM HASHOAH HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL PROGRAM
Adas Yeshurun Synagogue will host a Community-Wide Holocaust Memorial Program on Thursday, April 24th, at 6:45pm. Together, we will remember those who lost their lives during the Holocaust. This program will include candle lighting, prayers, and a meaningful address from a guest speaker. This is a wonderful opportunity for us all to reflect, honor the memory of the victims, and stand together in remembrance. All are welcome!
ENNEAGRAM DINNER
Discover Yourself & Support The Youth Pilgrimage! Join us for an Enneagram Dinner led by Katie Wynn of Dynamik Consulting —a night of fun, self-discovery, and great food—all while supporting the Youth Pilgrimage! We will share a delicious meal, explore Enneagram insights, and enjoy meaningful conversation that will help you better understand yourself and others. Whether you're an Enneagram expert or just curious, this event is perfect for all! Date: Saturday, May 3rd, 6:00 PM | Where:Good Shepherd Parish Hall | Cost: $35 per person | Tickets: Click Here
BACK TO THE BIBLE
For the monthly readings pick up a bookmark or navigate to our B2B page:goodshepherd-augusta.org/b2b.
PARISH NEWS
The church office will be closed on Monday, April 21st. Our normal office hours will resume on Tuesday, April 22nd.
CALLING ALL BABYSITTERS!!!
Summer is right around the corner, and what better reason to brush up on your skills! The American Red Cross offers a wonderful class specifically for babysitters, and I would love to be able to have a class here for our parish to take advantage of. The class will help your child gain the knowledge and skills to safely and responsibly care for infants and children. It covers basic childcare and first aid, pediatric CPR, as well as choking. Children younger than 11 are welcome. If you have children interested in this, please email Lauren Hargrove at parishnurse@cogsaugusta.org.
EDS IS LOOKING FOR SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
Episcopal Day School is looking for part-time substitute teachers. If you want to work with children, set your own schedule, and, as a bonus, get paid, this is a great opportunity for you! Training is required, but we will pay you to complete the training. If this has you excited about your future as a substitute teacher at Episcopal Day School, please contact Mrs. Nina Tomlin, Assistant to the Division Heads, at ntomlin@edsaugusta.com or call the main office at (706) 733-1192. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Head to the Shell Newsletter for details & to sign up for upcoming events.
For any questions, email mgwynn@goodshepherd-augusta.org.
YOUTH GROUP: Youth Group will resume Sunday, April 27th, from 5-7pm with a fun outing to Stars & Strikes for bowling, laser tag, arcade games, and more! Mark your calendars and RSVP to Mary Grace Wynn.
ENNEAGRAM DINNER: Discover Yourself & Support The Youth Pilgrimage! Join us for an Enneagram Dinner led by Katie Wynn of Dynamik Consulting — open to all levels of Enneagram study and novices! Date: Saturday, May 3rd, 6:00 PM | Where: Good Shepherd Parish Hall | Cost: $35 per person | Tickets: Click Here | More details below.
STUDENT SUNDAY: Save the date for Student Recognition Sunday on May 11th at the 8:30am service. We will honor our students, teachers, youth choir, rising 9h graders, and graduating seniors. We will celebrate with a reception in the Parish Hall following the service. Click here to sign-up to bring food. Please share with friends and family!
BASKETBALL JERSEYS: Please drop your church league basketball jersey off to the church office by Monday, May 5th. Office volunteers will check off each player’s number they were assigned this season and organize them into storage for next season. If we haven’t received all jerseys by then, we will reach out individually. Thank you for your help!
ACOLYTE SCHEDULE: The acolyte schedule can be accessed through Google Drive by clicking here. Thank you all for participating in the Acolyte Program!
Sunday, April 20th
7:00 am
Organist & Choirmaster, Elizabeth Gatter
Lay Readers, Jim Price, Bobbie Ingenito
Instrumentalist, Sarah Land, Sophia Smits, Jahnell Williams, Ryan Knott
8:30 am
Organist & Choirmaster, Elizabeth Gatter
Ensembles, The Good Shepherd Choir
Lay Readers, Kelley Norris, Bob Nesbit, Andrew Austin, Cissy Bowden
Verger, Stovall Walker
Ushers, Matt Tracy, Matt Matson, Bill Hollingsworth, Alex Wier
Acolytes, Rob Tracy, Emma Sue Getchell, Rob Wynn, Martha Matson, Lachlan McKenna, Kate Tracy, Johnny Getchell, George Wynn, Chip Matson
11:00 am
Organist & Choirmaster, Elizabeth Gatter
Lay Readers, Andrew Austin, Cheney Eldridge, Anne Floyd, Jennie Haynes
Verger, Mark Pritchett
Ushers, Jack Dugan, Trey Hargrove
Acolytes, Charlotte Jones, Bobby Bovard, Crawford McDougal, Mid Leverett, Franklin Land, Hamp Helton, Sam Hargrove, Merritt Jones
All Services
Altar Guild Team V
Vestry Person of the Day Gilchrist Phillip
NO BREAKFAST OR CHRISTIAN FORMATION THIS WEEK. BOTH WILL RESUME APRIL 27th.
CHILDREN’S FORMATION:
• Three Year Olds: Level I Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Room 305
• PK-K: Level I Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Room 306
• 1st-3rd Grades: Level II Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Room 304
• 4th and 5th Grades: Weaving God’s Promises, Room 302
STUDENT FORMATION:
• Rite-13: Lead by Jessica Perry and Taylor McCutcheon, Room 208
• J2A: Lead by Katie Wynn and Brice Wright, Room 303
ADULT FORMATION:
• No Exploring Faith with Matt Matson: Meet in Room 209 at 9:45am
• No Sawmill Theology with Ken Hardy: Meet in the Conference Room at 9:45am
• No Rector's Forum: Meet in the Parish Hall at 9:45am
Back to the Bible Groups (for more info, go to goodshepherd-augusta.org/b2b)
- Sundays, 10 am & 4:30 pm (Bride's Room)
- 4 pm at the home of Nancy Sutherland
- Tuesdays, 4 pm (Bride's Room)
- Wednesdays, 11 am (Bride's Room)
- Thursdays, 5:30 pm