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.
The Pilgrim's Way
The Pilgrim’s Way is an integrated and comprehensive attempt to give our students the “sticky” faith that comes from relationship with and through Jesus Christ.
Learn more about our efforts to offer Lifelong Christian Formation
In structuring the Pilgrim's Way, we used 5 foundations on which to build what we teach and when.
Recurring Programs
SUNDAY
Didache
A Greek word for teaching, referring specifically to a catechetical manual from the first century known as The Teachings of the Twelve Apostles. At Didache, we present the church’s foundational beliefs and understanding about God and life.
Sunday mornings at 10am at Setze Cottage.
Praxis
Activities and events specifically designed to give students an experience of the lessons we teach on Sunday mornings while preparing them to enter the world as leaders and team players.
Sunday evenings at 4:30pm-6:00 (6-8 grade) and 5:30pm-7:00pm (9-12 grade) at Setze Cottage. Dinner is offered at 5:30.
TUESDAY
Middle School Prayer Breakfast
We play, we pray, we hear scripture, and we eat.
Every Tuesday at 7am from mid-September to May, in the Small Parish Hall
WEDNESDAY
Lectio
Students gather to spend time in Holy Reading (Lectio Divina) and to discuss how Christian writing affects their lives.
Wednesdays when supper is served. 6:30pm in the DSM Office
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. Click here for game schedule
Confirmation
Open to students who profess readiness for public affirmation of faith. Learn more.
Student Ministry team
Built of volunteers managing programs, meets 4 times a year. SMT Manual
Service Opportunities
Altar Servers
Students join other adults in the humbling privilege of leading worship services. For 6th grade and older – Leads must be in High School. Meets Sundays in the Acolyte Room. CLICK HERE FOR SERVER SCHEDULE
Leads
Altar servers who have discerned a specific call on retreat are trained to lead teams of other altar servers in public worship. For more info, order the book.
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
2022-2023 calendar
August
8/7: Back to School Sunday with School Supply drive
8/12-14: Happening (Honey Creek, 9-12 Grades)
September
9/11: Didache and Praxis Starts
Confirmation Registration
9/13: Prayer Breakfast Starts
9/14: Wednesdays at Good Shepherd starts
Sept 30 - Oct 2: Kanuga Parish Retreat
October
10/16: Confirmation Retreat, 1:00pm - 4:00 pm
10/26: Parish Halloween Party, Students run games
10/30: Confirmation Sunday
Church League basketball Opens
November
11/6: Annual parish meeting student activities
11/9: Kristallnacht, students encouraged to attend
11/13: Praxis outing
11/27: 10:00am Wreath Making
6:00pm Tree Lighting
December
12/4: Didache: St. Nicholas
Praxis: St. Nick's Gift Exchange
12/11: Didache: St. Lucy
Praxis: Lessons & Carols, 6:30pm
12/18: Didache: The Christmas Story
Advent Pageant & Reception
12/24: Christmas Eve Services: 4:00pm, 6:00pm, 10:00pm
January
1/13-16: COGS Ski Trip
February
2/21: Student Led Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
2/22: Ash Wednesday
March
3/26: Final Praxis of program year
April
4/2-9: Palm Sunday, Master's, Easter
May
5/21: Apostoloi Sunday
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.