Sunday, May 23, is Pentecost Sunday and a day of celebration! On this festival day, we will join the members of Trinity Lutheran Church, 292 Orange Street, New Haven, as we celebrate the Rite of Confirmation for four young people–two from Trinity and two from Christ the Good Shepherd Lutheran: Nicholas Papa and Samantha Kovacs. This has been a long-awaited,… Read More "Celebrating Our New Confirmands on Pentecost Sunday, May 23"
Keefe Center Expresses Thanks
Boxes of new towels and toiletry items that were collected by our congregation last year and had remained unused during the Covid pandemic will now benefit grateful families here in Hamden. The items were donated to the Keefe Community Center last week by Christ the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and will support local families served by the Keefe Center’s Hamden… Read More "Keefe Center Expresses Thanks"
Worship in the Weeks Ahead
Christ the Good Shepherd’s Congregational Council has set the following worship schedule for the remainder of the Easter season and beyond: Sundays, May 9, 16 and 30–Worship will be at our “hillside campus,” 600 Shepard Ave., Hamden, at 10 a.m. On the 9th, we will resume receiving Communion with both bread and wine, using individual cups for the distribution of… Read More "Worship in the Weeks Ahead"
A Season to Rejoice
During the Easter season, we rejoice in the new life we are given through our baptism into Christ. This coming Sunday–the Third Sunday of Easter–we will prepare for worship with the order for Thanksgiving for Baptism. Water will be poured and together we will praise God for joining us to Christ with the promise of His forgiveness and life-giving mercies… Read More "A Season to Rejoice"
Festival of the Resurrection Continues
Alleluia! Christ is risen! The seven-week festival of the Resurrection will continue this week, as we hear John’s stories about the risen Jesus’ stunning appearances with the disciples on Easter evening. We will also encounter Thomas, our brother with many questions, and hear stories from Acts to learn how a faith in the risen Jesus empowered the once fearful disciples… Read More "Festival of the Resurrection Continues"
Thanks for ELCA World Hunger Support
Our thanks to all who contributed to our special Lenten offering to support the many ministries of the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. During the pandemic, hunger, food insecurity and the number of people falling into poverty have all drastically increased, both nationally and globally, making your generous gifts vital to so many during this continuing time of the COVID crisis.… Read More "Thanks for ELCA World Hunger Support"
Help Combat Hunger with Your Lenten World Hunger Offerings
As we have journeyed through Lent, you have been invited to set aside a weekly contribution, the equivalent of the amount of money you would spend on a meal in your household, toward ELCA World Hunger. During the pandemic, hunger, food insecurity and the number of people falling into poverty have all drastically increased, both nationally and globally. As Lent… Read More "Help Combat Hunger with Your Lenten World Hunger Offerings"
Ministry Site Profile Ready for Review, Discussion Sunday, March 28
Join the conversation this Sunday, March 28, as we review the draft of our Ministry Site Profile prepared by our hard-working Ministry Site Profile team. When completed, the Profile will be sent to the Bishop’s office of our New England Synod, where it will be used as the key document in assessing potential candidates to serve as the new pastor… Read More "Ministry Site Profile Ready for Review, Discussion Sunday, March 28"
Join Us for Our Final Lenten Bible Study Session March 24
On Wednesday, March 24, you are invited to participate in the final session of our Lenten Bible Study series, “Walking in the Shadow of the Cross.” Discussion will focus on two readings to be heard this coming Sunday: Philippians 2.5-11 and Mark 15:1-47. Come, learn and grow in faith with this lively, thoughtful group even if you haven’t been able… Read More "Join Us for Our Final Lenten Bible Study Session March 24"
Holy Week and Easter Services Announced
Christ the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Hamden, announces the following in-person and Zoom worship schedule for its 2021 Holy Week and Easter Sunday services: Palm Sunday, the Sunday of the PassionMarch 28, 10 a.m.Blessing of the Palms. The Passion Story According to St. Mark. Holy Communion.Outdoor In-Person Worship in the Courtyard (weather permitting) or Indoor Worship at 600 Shephard AvenueBring… Read More "Holy Week and Easter Services Announced"