Parishioner and seminarian, Nathan Bourne, shares some of his experiences from Yale Divinity School: As I finish up my first year at Yale Divinity School, I have been reflecting on what this experience has been, what has brought me here, and where I feel called to in the future. 

The authors of two intriguing books, The Mystery Trip and A Time to Sow and a Time to Reap, will be on hand to sign their books in the library of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Hayesville on Saturday afternoon, May 16, from 1:00—3:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to meet the authors, Helen Naismith and Claudia Rowe Kennedy, enjoy light refreshments, and learn about the church library.

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church has won a national award from Interfaith Power & Light (IP&L), including a cash prize of $1000. The award was for the “Community Inspiration” category in IP&L’s annual “Cool Congregations” challenge. 

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Hayesville will present a timely discussion of heart disease in women on the day before Mother's Day. Bud Edmondson, MD, FACP Retired, will talk about the disease, its symptoms, and what women can do to prevent the disease. The free luncheon meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 9 from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m