JUNE 1st: Plant, Pie and Accessory Sale: We are holding our annual plant, pie and accessories sale on Saturday June 1st, 9am - noon. You know we have delicious pies! And you've seen our hardy plants! This year, we've added ACCESSORIES! Come purchase from a large assortment of scarves of all types, jewelry, belts, bags and purses; backpacks, brief cases, computer bags, and also TOOLS! All proceeds go to the outreach work of the Church of the Good Shepherd, especially our breakfast program. For more information, call 476-3929.
New Mission Initiatives: The group exploring bi-monthly dinners for those struggling with addiction has been meeting. We are also working on yoga sessions and a green-market. If you have ideas or want to help, please let Rev. Kooperkamp know. Thanks!
Service Participation: Please take a look at the sign-up sheet in the parish hall. We would love to have new people reading the Prayers of the People, serving as usher, and contributing to coffee hour. Whether you can do a little or a lot, like to be up front or behind the scenes, there are many ways you can be a part of our worship.
Food Basket: Please bring non-perishable food for the Foodbank. The basket is located at the Church door. Our donations are distributed by Capstone Community Action here in Barre and helped to feed over 5,300 people in Central Vermont last year. Thank you so much!
Ongoing Events
Sunday Morning Discussions: Every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. we have a discussion in the Fellowship Room. We are studying the Gospels, beginning with Mark. Come join us!
Thursday Evening Prayer: Thursdays 6:00 pm, prayers in the Celtic tradition and chants from the Taize Community. Come for a quiet time of prayer. Our final evening before our summer break will be June 6th.