This course is an introduction and refresher course on the Episcopal Church. If you are new to the Episcopal Church– its history, worship, theology, and way of life. If you are new to the Episcopal tradition, returning after some time away, seeking Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal church, or have questions like “What is the origin of the Episcopal tradition?”, “How is the Episcopal church related to other traditions?”, “Why do Episcopalians do that?”, or ”What do Episcopalians believe?”, then this course is for YOU! Sign-up in the Information Hallway if interested.

Feb 8 - The Ancient Church
Feb 22 - The Church in England
March 1 - The Episcopal Church
March 8 - Anglican Beliefs
March 15 - Anglican Worship
March 22 - Anglican Mission

-Jesus Christ calls us to loving relationships that are healthy and helpful to each other. The obligation to seek and serve Christ in all persons and to respect the dignity of every human being is binding for all the baptized. Educating and empowering the people of our diocese is central to creating and maintaining safe churches and activities for everyone. The Diocese of Western North Carolina requires many ministry positions and volunteers to complete Safe Church Training.

Safe Church Training will be offered on two consecutive Saturdays, March 7 and March 14, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Please see the sign-up sheet in the parish hallway.

March 7 - Vestry, Staff, Ministry Heads, Eucharistic Ministers and Visitors, and Hospital Visitors.
March 14 - Vestry, Staff, Youth and Children and Nursery Volunteers.

SAVE THE DATE: Your Vestry and the Mountain of Faith Endowment Fund Board of Trustees invite you to join them for a catered dinner on Friday, March 13th in the Par ish Hall. Watch for details on the bulletin board and in future Sunday bulletins.

The Ledford Chapel Boat Ramp Clean-up will be on March 12th at 11:00am, NOT at 8:00am, as shown in the March Calendar. Call Fred King at 828-361-4718 for details.

I believe that it is well established in Scripture and Tradition that being a part of the folk who gather weekly around “Word and Sacrament” is a vital part of what it means to be a Christian.

I will attempt to explore this truth in this year’s “Wednesday Evenings in Lent.” Wednesday, Feb. 25 through Wednesday, March 25, we will gather in the Parish Hall for a light supper and some “Light Middleweight” theological sparring. We will look at four Statements:

We are the Church - Weeks 1 and 2
We are the Episcopal Church – Week 3
We are Church Together - Week 4
We are Church for the Sake of the World – Week 5

In preparation for your participation, you might do a little reading for extra credit.

Scripture - Acts 2:37-47, Hebrews 10:24-25.
Tradition – Book of Common Prayer p. 871, Article XIX “Of the Church”. BCP, p. 359, Nicene Creed, Third paragraph on Holy Spirit and the Church.
Reason – BCP, p. 854, Catechism, “The Church.” (We’ll talk more about Anglicanism’s “Three-legged Stool” approach to religion in Week 3)

I look forward to thinking, talking, and praying with you about what it means to be the Church in this time, and this place.

This course is an introduction and refresher course on the Episcopal Church. If you are new to the Episcopal Church– its history, worship, theology, and way of life. If you are new to the Episcopal tradition, returning after some time away, seeking Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal church, or have questions like “What is the origin of the Episcopal tradition?”, “How is the Episcopal church related to other traditions?”, “Why do Episcopalians do that?”, or ”What do Episcopalians believe?”, then this course is for YOU! Sign-up in the Information Hallway if interested.

Feb 8 - The Ancient Church
Feb 22 - The Church in England
March 1 - The Episcopal Church
MArch 8 - Anglican Beliefs
March 15 - Anglican Worship
March 22 - Anglican Mission

We’re having a “Smoke Out” on Saturday, 3/7 & Sunday, 3/8!!! Please see sign-up sheets in the information hallway to order from the following:
Butts: $30.00
½ Butts: $20.00
½ Lemon Pepper Chicken: $5.00

Pick-up on Sunday, 3/8, until 12:30pm. If you have any questions, please call Wally Figura @ (770) 330-8471.

-Jesus Christ calls us to loving relationships that are healthy and helpful to each other. The obligation to seek and serve Christ in all persons and to respect the dignity of every human being is binding for all the baptized. Educating and empowering the people of our diocese is central to creating and maintaining safe churches and activities for everyone. The Diocese of Western North Carolina requires many ministry positions and volunteers to complete Safe Church Training.

Safe Church Training will be offered on two consecutive Saturdays, March 7 and March 14, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Please see the sign-up sheet in the parish hallway.

March 7 - Vestry, Staff, Ministry Heads, Eucharistic Ministers and Visitors, and Hospital Visitors.
March 14 - Vestry, Staff, Youth and Children and Nursery Volunteers.

I believe that it is well established in Scripture and Tradition that being a part of the folk who gather weekly around “Word and Sacrament” is a vital part of what it means to be a Christian.

I will attempt to explore this truth in this year’s “Wednesday Evenings in Lent.” Wednesday, Feb. 25 through Wednesday, March 25, we will gather in the Parish Hall for a light supper and some “Light Middleweight” theological sparring. We will look at four Statements:

We are the Church - Weeks 1 and 2
We are the Episcopal Church – Week 3
We are Church Together - Week 4
We are Church for the Sake of the World – Week 5

In preparation for your participation, you might do a little reading for extra credit.

Scripture - Acts 2:37-47, Hebrews 10:24-25.
Tradition – Book of Common Prayer p. 871, Article XIX “Of the Church”. BCP, p. 359, Nicene Creed, Third paragraph on Holy Spirit and the Church.
Reason – BCP, p. 854, Catechism, “The Church.” (We’ll talk more about Anglicanism’s “Three-legged Stool” approach to religion in Week 3)

I look forward to thinking, talking, and praying with you about what it means to be the Church in this time, and this place.

This course is an introduction and refresher course on the Episcopal Church. If you are new to the Episcopal Church– its history, worship, theology, and way of life. If you are new to the Episcopal tradition, returning after some time away, seeking Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal church, or have questions like “What is the origin of the Episcopal tradition?”, “How is the Episcopal church related to other traditions?”, “Why do Episcopalians do that?”, or ”What do Episcopalians believe?”, then this course is for YOU! Sign-up in the Information Hallway if interested.

Feb 8 - The Ancient Church
Feb 22 - The Church in England
March 1 - The Episcopal Church
March 8 - Anglican Beliefs
March 15 - Anglican Worship
March 22 - Anglican Mission

I believe that it is well established in Scripture and Tradition that being a part of the folk who gather weekly around “Word and Sacrament” is a vital part of what it means to be a Christian.

I will attempt to explore this truth in this year’s “Wednesday Evenings in Lent.” Wednesday, Feb. 25 through Wednesday, March 25, we will gather in the Parish Hall for a light supper (5:30) and some “Light Middleweight” theological sparring (6pm). We will look at four Statements:

We are the Church - Weeks 1 and 2
We are the Episcopal Church – Week 3
We are Church Together - Week 4
We are Church for the Sake of the World – Week 5

In preparation for your participation, you might do a little reading for extra credit.

Scripture - Acts 2:37-47, Hebrews 10:24-25.
Tradition – Book of Common Prayer p. 871, Article XIX “Of the Church”. BCP, p. 359, Nicene Creed, Third paragraph on Holy Spirit and the Church.
Reason – BCP, p. 854, Catechism, “The Church.” (We’ll talk more about Anglicanism’s “Three-legged Stool” approach to religion in Week 3)

I look forward to thinking, talking, and praying with you about what it means to be the Church in this time, and this place.

This course is an introduction and refresher course on the Episcopal Church. If you are new to the Episcopal Church– its history, worship, theology, and way of life. If you are new to the Episcopal tradition, returning after some time away, seeking Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal church, or have questions like “What is the origin of the Episcopal tradition?”, “How is the Episcopal church related to other traditions?”, “Why do Episcopalians do that?”, or ”What do Episcopalians believe?”, then this course is for YOU! Sign-up in the Information Hallway if interested.

Feb 8 - The Ancient Church
Feb 22 - The Church in England
March 1 - The Episcopal Church
March 8 - Anglican Beliefs
March 15 - Anglican Worship
March 22 - Anglican Mission

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper –February 17, 5:00 – 7:00pm. Brought to you by the youth of the Order of St. George, please join us for “from scratch buttermilk pancakes”, handmade sausage from Still Waters Landing, warm maple syrup, apple sauce, juice, cof fee, tea. Cost is $7.00 for ages 12 and older, $3.00 for 11 and under. All proceeds will go to children and youth ministries. Tickets on sale in the Narthex on Sunday, February 8th, 15th, and at the door.

Cursillo- Following the 11am service 2/15, the Cursillo/3-day renewal folks will sponsor the coffee hour and reserve two tables for anyone who would like to participate in a Faith Building Group. All are welcome (even if you have not attended a 3-day weekend).

Souper Bowl Sunday is just around the corner on Feb 8. Kathy Wright is leading the effort to stock the shelves of the Hurlburt Johnson Friendship House with soup and stew. The Friendship House in Murphy is the only Homeless Shelter within a 150 mile radius. On Souper Bowl Sunday Kathy will make 2 pots of soup to share at lunch. She asks that you bring dried and canned soup and stew to donate to the Homeless Shelter. The shelter is serving more families with children than ever. On these cold nights, hot soup or stew is a welcome meal to fill hungry tummies.

This course is an introduction and refresher course on the Episcopal Church. If you are new to the Episcopal Church– its history, worship, theology, and way of life. If you are new to the Episcopal tradition, returning after some time away, seeking Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal church, or have questions like “What is the origin of the Episcopal tradition?”, “How is the Episcopal church related to other traditions?”, “Why do Episcopalians do that?”, or ”What do Episcopalians believe?”, then this course is for YOU! Sign-up in the Information Hallway if interested.

Feb 8 - The Ancient Church
Feb 22 - The Church in England
March 1 - The Episcopal Church
March 8- Anglican Beliefs
March 15 - Anglican Worship
March 22 - Anglican Mission

Due to the rescheduling of the Parish Annual Meeting, this course will not begin until Feb 8th.

This course is an introduction and refresher course on the Episcopal Church. If you are new to the Episcopal Church– its history, worship, theology, and way of life. If you are new to the Episcopal tradition, returning after some time away, seeking Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal church, or have questions like “What is the origin of the Episcopal tradition?”, “How is the Episcopal church related to other traditions?”, “Why do Episcopalians do that?”, or ”What do Episcopalians believe?”, then this course is for YOU! Sign-up in the Information Hallway if interested.

Feb 1 - The Ancient Church
Feb 8 - The Church in England
Feb 15 - The Episcopal Church
Feb 22 - Anglican Beliefs
March 1 - Anglican Worship
March 8 - Anglican Mission

Our Parish Annual Meeting is rescheduled to Sunday February 1, 2026. We will have ONE service at 10a.m. Rite 1 Holy Eucharist with brunch and Annual Meeting to follow. All are invited to bring a brunch item to share. The Vestry will provide ham and biscuits.

An open conversation and pondering of all things concerning God and our lives as God’s people. You are invited to bring your lunch and something to share.

On Tuesday, January 20th we are hosting our Cancer Support Group in the Parish Hall at 5:30pm. We are hoping to offer support to those on the journey of dealing with, surviving, and/or caring for someone with cancer. Bring something to share in thoughts, ideas, and of course some food. Contact Jose Arias by email if you can’t attend in person but would like to be part of the meeting by zoom: jose_m_arias@hotmail.com

An open conversation and pondering of all things concerning God and our lives as God’s people. You are invited to bring your lunch and something to share.

Cursillo- Following the 11am service on Sunday, 1/18/26, the Cursillo/3-day renewal folks will sponsor the coffee hour and reserve two tables for anyone who would like to participate in a Faith Building Group. All are welcome (even if you have not attended a 3-day weekend).

An open conversation and pondering of all things concerning God and our lives as God’s people. You are invited to bring your lunch and something to share.

An open conversation and pondering of all things concerning God and our lives as God’s people. You are invited to bring your lunch and something to share.

December 21st, we will be having ONE SERVICE (Lessons & Carols) @ 10am. The annual Christmas Cookie Exchange will be held in the parish hall following Lessons and Carol. Your donation of pre-bagged cookies is welcome! We will also have bags on hand for the exchange. See the cookie exchange table the day of the event.

On Tuesday, December 16th we are hosting our Cancer Support Group in the Parish Hall at 5:30pm. We are hoping to offer support to those on the journey of dealing with, surviving, and/or caring for someone with cancer. Bring something to share in thoughts, ideas, and of course some food. Contact Jose Arias by email if you can’t attend in person but would like to be part of the meeting by zoom: jose_m_arias@hotmail.com

Attention all Blood Donors - Good Shepherd will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, December 10th from 12:30 - 5:30 pm in the Parish Hall. To make an appointment call 1-800-Redcross (1-800-733-2767) or go online at Redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins are always welcome but appointments are handled first. If you have questions, please contact Kathy Marcel.