Ministries
Students
How do we create an environment in which the Holy Spirit gives our children a “sticky” faith that will go with them when they leave Good Shepherd and enter the wider world?
What would a “graduate” of Good Shepherd look like? What would that person have learned and experienced at Good Shepherd and at home that gives them the faith foundation on which to build a wholesome and meaningful adult life in Christ?
Good Shepherd Student Ministries provide myriad opportunities for your to be formed as a Disciple, and sent as an Apostle.
Contact the Director of Student Ministries to learn more about our programs.
Youth Events Calendar
August
8/7: Picnic Kickoff & Backpack Blessing
8/28: Youth Pool Party
Grades 6th - 12th - Please RSVP to Mary Grace at mgwynn@goodshepherd-augusta.org for your youth. This will be a great time for them to have fun with each other and get to know their teachers!
September
9/1: Basketball Registration Opens
9/3: Evening Youth Group Program Begins
6th-8th Grades: 5-6pm
9th-12th Grades: 6:30-7:30pm
Dinner for both groups at 6pm
9/14: Acolyte Training & WAGS Kickoff
Acolyte Training 6:30-7:30
We are excited to expand the acolyte program to grades 3rd-12th. Please register your youth for the Acolyte program here.
9/18: Cornerstone Event
Episcopal Youth of the CSRA Kickoff Party at Good Shepehrd, 5-7pm, Pizza Dinner, Games, Activities. Parents welcome to attend and participate! Please RSVP to mgwynn@goodshepherd-augusta.org by 9/15.
9/30-10/2: Kanuga
Join us for our Parish Retreat at Kanuga in the beautiful North Carolina mountains. This is an excellent opportunity for families to bond and connect with other parish members. Registrations are due August 30th!
October
10/8: Blessing of Animals
10/19: Confirmation Retreat
4:30pm-7:30, Dinner break at 6pm for WAGS dinner
10/23: Cornerstone Event
Pumpkin Fest at St. Bart’s in North Augusta
10/26: Halloween Party
All ages, WAGS
10/30: Confirmation
Ages 13 & up! Bishop Logue will be visiting on October 30th and we need to make sure those ready to be confirmed are signed up for Confirmation training. Click here to sign up!
November
11/6: Cornerstone Event
All Saints Celebration at St. Pauls
11/10: Basketball Registrations Due
Click here to register.
11/20: Advent Pageant Auditions
At 10am
11/18-11/20: Happening!
Please reach out to Mary Grace if you have a kid in high school that is interested. Check out Happening #106 here!
11/27: Advent Wreath Making at 10am
Tree Lighting at 6pm
December
12/4: Advent Pageant Auditions, Continued
At 10am
12/11: Lessons & Carols
6:30pm, All Ages
12/17: Advent Pageant Rehearsal
9:30am, 11:30am Pizza
12/18: Advent Pageant: The Christmas Story
9am Service, Reception at 10am, No Sunday School
12/25: Christmas Eve Services
4pm, 6pm, 10pm
2023
January
1/1: New Years Day Services
8am, 10am, and 6pm Church Services
No Youth Formation or Youth Group
1/13-1/16: Youth Ski-Trip
February
2/21: Student Lead Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
2/22: Ash Wednesday
March
April
4/2: Palm Sunday
4/3-4/9: Masters Tournament
4/9: Easter Sunday
Egg hunt after 9am Service
No Youth Formation or Youth Group
May
5/21: Apostoloi Sunday
9am Service, Reception at 10am
June
Small Group Programs
SUNDAY
Sunday School
Sunday mornings at 10am, Youth Lounge, Room 301, Parish Hall. Grades 6th-12th.
Youth Group
- 5:00 - 6:00 pm: Grades 6th-8th (Meet in Youth Lounge, Room 301)
- 6:00 - 6:30 pm: Grades 6th-12th Gather for Dinner (Parish Hall)
- 6:30 - 7:30 pm: Grades 9th-12th (Meet in Youth Lounge, Room 301)
WEDNESDAY
WAGS
Wednesdays at Good Shepherd: September 14th - November 2nd, 6-7:15pm
SEASONAL
Church League Basketball
Good Shepherd participates in the annual Augusta Christian Basketball Association League, with co-ed teams from under 9 years old to under 19 years old. Teams are contingent upon having enough players and coaches for each age division. Practices in the EDS Gym.
Confirmation
Please contact mgwynn@goodshepherd-augusta.org to enquire about Confirmation for Fall 2023.
Service Opportunities
Alcolyte Program
Students join clergy and lay persons in the privilege of leading worship services. For 3rd - 12th Grades.
Hometown Missions
In partnership with the Diocese of Georgia, Student Ministry coordinates a weekend of service in the Augusta area, inviting youth from all local Episcopal congregations.
Mission Trips
Annual experiences to places we have never been to serve and learn from those we meet along the way.
VBS Crew Leaders
Students learn to lead and minister to the children of vacation bible school
Safeguard God's Children
The safety and security of our children and youth is our highest priority. All volunteers must pass a background check, and take an online course detailing safety procedures and appropriate behavior when serving with young people. To complete this course, please email the Parish Administrator for links and information.