Admission to Communion at Good Shepherd - Understanding that
the Sacrament of Baptism is the only basic requirement for receiving communion within the Episcopal Church and following the ancient teachings of
the Christian church, Good Shepherd encourages children of all ages to participate in the worship services of the church and join us in reception of
communion.
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Confirmation of Young Adults - Confirmation is the confirming of our Baptismal promises. As such,
Confirmation is no longer administered to the very young. It is more appropriate that Confirmation be administered to young adults in their
teen years. The Confirmation preparation program at Good Shepherd is normally a 12 month program
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Sunday School at Good Shepherd - Classes are provided each Sunday at 9:45 a.m. throughout the school
year, for toddlers through middle-school grades. The curriculum is based on the lectionary and supplemented with additional material. Nursery care
is also provided for our Sunday 10a.m. service and for special services.
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Adult Study Programs - Several adult programs are offered throughout the year. Adult Bible Study classes meet each
Sunday following our worship services to study the lectionary text appointed for the day.
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Tuesday Night Dinner Programs - This series of programs scheduled throughout the year brig people together
for fellowship and learning. Programs have included: The American Experience: Religious Development in the New World; The Reformation; Discovering Everyday
Spirituality; On Our Own Terms: A Series on Death and Dying; Our Celtic Heritage; and special programs highlight our Advent and Lenten seasons.
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Adult Inquirers Class - Designed for those seeking membership in the Episcopal Church and those who seek a deeper
understanding of the faith, these classes meet in the fall to prepare adults for Confirmation, Reception and Renewal of Baptismal Vows.
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