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Aug 14, 2021
And . . . we begin again!
Aug 14, 2021

Like many of you, I love making that last turn coming down Highway 36 into Estes Park . . . where there’s a turnout and a sign announcing your arrival. The view of the town, with Rocky Mountain National Park in the distance never fails to make me catch my breath. I know, when I’m driving that way, that there are adventures ahead. But the first time I rounded that curve, I was a little tentative, not knowing what was before me.

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Aug 14, 2021
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Aug 14, 2021
New Program: Altars in the World
Aug 14, 2021

We are excited to announce a new ministry/fellowship/learning opportunity for the good folks of Good Shepherd and their friends. We have decided to call it “Altars in the World” (adapted, with her permission, from the title of Barbara Brown Taylor’s book An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith; HarperOne, 2010).

Our goal is to provide “field trips” into the natural world, perhaps with a knowledgeable guide, to help participants appreciate the glory and beauty of nature in a more in-depth way. For example, we may have a bird-watching excursion.

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Aug 14, 2021
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Aug 14, 2021
New Sunday Schedule begins September 12th
Aug 14, 2021

Our fall schedule begins on Sunday, September 12th. Watch Fr. Gary’s video message about the new schedule and take a closer look at a graphic showing the schedule.

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Aug 14, 2021
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Aug 13, 2021
Raising Children in Faith
Aug 13, 2021

In 2021, we live in a world that is often fast moving around us. The American society, even in the aftermath of isolation caused by the impact of a pandemic, likes to be busy and yet even in a world filled with people around us and plates full of extracurricular activities, there can be times where we and our children can still feel completely alone. For us, we believe this is one of many factors that shows the importance of raising our children in a faith tradition.

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Aug 13, 2021
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Aug 11, 2021
As I See It: Back to Normal?
Aug 11, 2021

Well, here we are, anticipating September, which usually means the “back to school” season. Even if we are long past attending school … in the days when that meant a predictable schedule … the world around us reminds us that this IS the season. School supplies sales at stores, TV ads for school clothes, kids and busses, and slowing down in school zones. And, oh yes, cooler weather and leaves turning color.

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Aug 11, 2021
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Aug 11, 2021
Ministry Update: Children's Ministries
Aug 11, 2021

It has been a challenging 16 plus months to say the least! After 15 months of leading Godly Play via ZOOM, we resumed holding Godly Play (in the Parish Hall) on June 20, beginning at 10:00 and joining families in the sanctuary after the Prayers of the People. We have yet to move downstairs to our regular classrooms, but remaining upstairs allows for social distancing and great ventilation. Masks are required for all kids and adults as we are gathering together over the summer to learn about some of the Parables that Jesus told his disciples and the people around him. The older elementary kids continue to meet via ZOOM until September 12, which is the planned Sunday to resume in person gathering for all of children’s ministry.

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Aug 11, 2021
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Aug 11, 2021
Wrapping People in Love
Aug 11, 2021

One of the behind the scenes, less visible, yet important ministries of Good Shepherd is our Prayer Shawl Ministry. Many of you may not even be aware of this beautiful, creative ministry that touches both our members, and people in our greater community. Prayer shawls are simply knitted or chrocheted shawls that are lovingly made by members of our congregation to then be blessed by Fr. Gary and delivered to people in need of comfort. This ministry works in two ways; you can “make a shawl” to help others, or “take a shawl” to offer to others.

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Aug 11, 2021
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Aug 11, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Emma Blackburn
Aug 11, 2021

My name is Emma Blackburn. I am going into my sophomore year of college at Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas. My major is Elementary Education with a minor is Special Education. While in Hays I go to Saint Michael’s Episcopal Church where I am serving as the children’s minister. At Good Shepherd, I currently help with Godly Play, am a reader, Eucharistic minister, and acolyte.

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Aug 11, 2021
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Aug 11, 2021
Hurray For Us! Building Improvements Abound Thanks to all of You
Aug 11, 2021

While we were all tucked away during the pandemic, there were many building improvement projects happening behind the scenes at Good Shepherd. Many of you may not realize just how much we have accomplished in the last year and a half, so we’d like to take this opportunity to “toot our own horn” and thank all of you because your financial contributions made this possible.

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Aug 11, 2021
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Aug 11, 2021
Puzzling the Pastor
Aug 11, 2021

A column featuring parishioner questions on a wide variety of subjects. This month’s column addresses the difference between Episcopalian and Anglican.

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Aug 11, 2021
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Aug 11, 2021
Laughing Lamb: Humor for Ewes
Aug 11, 2021

Enjoy a couple of laughs with these cartoons from The Rev. Jay Sidebotham.

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Aug 11, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
Re-relating
Jun 7, 2021

A few weeks ago, my son graduated from high school. As most parents know, that’s such a wonderful milestone to observe. Years of preparation, joy, frustration—all receive their “due” when that diploma is handed over. But, it is also a marker of some other things. According to the government, at age 18 the young person gains control of his/her medical records (even if the parents still insure them!). At age 18, registering for Selective Service implies being old enough to go to battle for our country. In short, turning 18, or graduating from high school, suggests the changing nature of the relationship between parent and child.

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Jun 7, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
Finding God in Nature
Jun 7, 2021

God speaks to me…. on the water as I paddle across the reservoir, in the clouds formations I see, in the bird sounds that I hear and in the warmth I feel from the sun on my skin. Yes, on the water is my “happy place” having grown up sailing in Florida. I feel God’s strength and power in the awesome winds that power our sailboat, in the terrific thunder and lightning which sweeps across the bay. Being on the water touches all my senses… taste is more evident in Florida where I can taste the salt in the air but there is still that feeling of wonderful exhaustion after a day on the water. God is with me.

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Jun 7, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Kip Travis
Jun 7, 2021

I began attending Good Shepherd in 1996 shortly after the death of my older sister Betsy who I was very close with. Despite always attending Episcopal churches I had never really fully engaged myself in a congregation. Quite accidentally (see Holy Spirit), I developed a friendship with an Episcopal minister who became a good friend and counselor and he recommended I check out the Men’s Group at Good Shepherd. Twenty-five years later, the Men’s Group has been and continues to be a core part of my life. The sharing of life experiences, support and brotherhood have been some of the gifts I found in the Men’s Group that helped me for the first time really join a congregation.

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Jun 7, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
We Want You!
Jun 7, 2021

YES! We’re all preparing to re-enter the non-COVID world, including our teams at Good Shepherd. The break-in-pattern that COVID created had effects on all of us, effects that many of us couldn’t have predicted. Some of those were not good (like the dreaded “COVID-19”). Others were much more beneficial (like many of us getting to know our nearby parks and open spaces better). In some cases, the break from routine, just simply seemed like a logical time to “take a break”.

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Jun 7, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
Godly Play Volunteers Needed
Jun 7, 2021

Are you looking for a way to make an eternal impact on the kids at Good Shepherd?

As we look ahead to regathering, I am seeking additional Godly Play Children’s Ministry team members for our Godly Play classroom, which is designed for kids 3 years old through 2nd grade.

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Jun 7, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
Community Clearinghouse List
Jun 7, 2021

Read about the Outreach Committee’s Community Clearinghouse List which offers current volunteer opportunities and resources for the needy in our community.

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Jun 7, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
Ministry Update: Music
Jun 7, 2021

Good Shepherd has a rich, vibrant music program that highlights several different groups who support our services with an eclectic mix of music from both classical and more modern composers. We believe that offering many styles of music broadens our appeal, and that all music created with God at its center is good.

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Jun 7, 2021

 

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