• Good Shepherd Church
  • P.O. Box 132
  • 1634 Hilltown Pike
  • Hilltown, PA, 18927
  • Rev. Harper Turney
  • Pastor
  • Office: (215) 822-3930
  • Hours: Tues., Thurs.,
  • Fri. 9:00am - 1:00pm

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  • PASTOR'S MESSAGE
  • Dear Friends,

    As spring comes in all its unpredictable glory, I am so graced by the beauty of the property here at Good Shepherd Church! Wayne and I returned from our son Jamin's wonderful wedding - a three day celebration - to find the spring workday had wrought miracles! We were already so thankful for your prayers, remembrances, and well-wishes for Jamin and Yania, as well as for us, and to that, we add our heart-felt thanksgiving to the Property Committee (Scott Mikalaitis, Bob Wozniak, and Barbara Cassel) and to all those who worked so very hard and skillfully to tend and nurture God's Creation around our little church on the hill! Thank you, too, to those who worked in the building spaces, making them "children-youth-and-adult-friendly" for our many and varied activities to come! God has given us humble abundance here, and you have been gracious and faithful stewards of God's bounty! All gratitude from Wayne and me - to the Lord and to you - it has all been a terrific "Homecoming Gift," and could not even be spoiled by the torrential rainstorm that pummeled us as we arrived at the Rectory around 1:00 a.m. on Monday, May 3rd!

    Now here are some 2010 special events from spring to winter for us to anticipate with interest:
    1. Saturday, May 15, Spring Yard Sale in the Parish Parking Lot.
    2. Sunday, May 23, "Pentecost-Happy-Birthday-Church" Brunch at the Rectory, following worship.
    3. Wednesday, May 26th, 7 pm, "Bingo to Beat Breast Cancer" in the Parish Hall.
    4. Sunday, June 13, "We1come-to-Summer Picnic" in the new Sheepfold following worship.
    5. Sunday, July 4, "Independence Day Picnic" in the Sheepfold following worship.
    6. Saturday, July 24, "Summer Book Sale" in the Parish Hall.
    7. Sunday, September 5, "Labor Sunday Picnic" in the Sheepfold following worship.
    8. Saturday, October 2, 10 AM to Noon, "Blessing of the Animals" at St. Francis Outdoor Chapel.
    9. Sunday, October 3, "Celebrate God and St. Francis!" (10 AM Worship at St. Francis Outdoor Chapel, followed by a Fall Feast in the Sheepfold).
    10. MAYBE: Saturday, October 16 (10/23 rain date), "Fall Yard Sale" in the Parish Parking Lot.
    11. Sunday, November 21, "Harvest Home Feast" in the Parish Hall following worship.
    12. Sunday, December 19, Following 10 AM worship: "Greening the Church," then "The Parish Christmas Dinner with Carol-singing" in the Parish Hall.

    That should keep us busy for a little while! Please remember, your next newsletter will be for September/October, but we will be here throughout those summer months, Worshiping and working together, and enjoying what the Good Shepherd has in store. Blessings to all who will be vacationing in various parts of the world, and I pray that we may all stay healthy, happy, and safe in Christ's love.

    Pastor Harper+

  • SERVICES, PROGRAMS & EVENTS
  • DAYTIMERS
  • Daytimers meet the first Wednesday of each month at 12:00 noon. Following are the dates. Any suggestions for programs may be given to Bobbie Livesey at 215-259-7654.

    June 2nd, 12:00 noon - Lunch will be provided.
    July 7th, 12:00 noon - Brown Bag.
    August 4th, 12:00 noon - Brown Bag.
    September 1st, 12:00 noon - Lunch will be provided.

  • PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
  • Sunday, May 23, following worship:
    "Pentecost-Happy-Birthday-Church" Brunch at the Rectory.
  • May 26, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.:
    "Bingo to Beat Breast Cancer!", sponsored by Donna Wodock. Please RSVP at 215-997-0166.
  • Sunday, June 13, following worship:
    "Welcome-to-Summer Picnic" in the new Sheepfold.
  • MESSAGES
  • From the Senior Warden's Notebook...
    As we look forward to the slower pace of summer, I cannot help but to reflect, albeit briefly, on the past few months: the diligent work to maintain our beautiful property (truly a gift from God) or clear paths through the mounds of snow, the activities from Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday, and the busy preparation for our annual meeting. It has been a full calendar here at Good Shepherd. We have strengthened our faith and commitment to our Lord and each other with laughter and tears, open discussion and debate, hard work and encouragement, and a sense of family that makes the shinning little church on the hill so special.

    There will be many events and activities here at Good Shepherd even during the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. Christian Education will be working on the Sunday School curriculum for next year. Your Vestry will be in the process of planning for the 2010-2011 year and forming a strong bond in the service of Christ. Outreach will be planning events for the beginning of the school year and the holiday seasons. Property will continue with the outstanding work to maintain our building and grounds. We will be planning new events and activities for the upcoming church year. So, there will be much activity even though the pace of our daily lives may settle down somewhat. Please keep our church in your thoughts and prayers as we work towards gearing up for the fall and all the opportunities for fun and fellowship.

    Summer brings with it travels and time away. It brings distractions from the routine and the necessary. As you visit family and friends all across our wonderful country, always remember that you take a bit of the beacon of hope that is The Good Shepherd and our love and prayers for rejuvenation and joy with you.

    Godspeed,

  • AC Russell
  • THANK YOU!
    Thank you to all who helped on spring clean up day: Marcy and Scott Mikalaitis, Fay and Bob Wozniak, Scott and Kathy Strong, the entire Gogol family, Barbara Cassel, Dick Hogg, Betsey Uhl, Jane Ryan, Wally Goff and AC Russell.
  • The Property Committee
  • Kitchen News
    What is behind those cabinet doors? You might be surprised! Our kitchen has many resources! We have: crock pots and cookie sheets and muffin tins - Oh my! Coffee maker, food processor, hand held mixer, microwave/convection oven, griddle, electric steamer food server. On the other side there is a supply of paper plates - both dinner size and dessert size, bowls, and different sizes of paper cups, dinner napkins, luncheon napkins and cocktail napkins. There is also a supply of plastic ware. So if you are thinking about doing the Sunday treats - know that you don't have to worry about all of those extras! And if you are thinking about hosting an event that won't fit into your house - a birthday party, bridal or baby shower, fundraiser - consider the resources of our Good Shepherd Kitchen. Did I mention that there are two stoves with ovens that are ideal for warming or cooking a main course dinner? Look for the Kitchen Compendium - a complete list of what can be found in our kitchenn-- ready for your use.
  • Jane Ryan
  • Sunday Goodies
    Thank you to the individuals and families who have sign-up and brought in goodies for our enjoyment prior to Sunday Education classes and the "graba-bite" before church and for the great sharing after church. It is so nice to hear the conversations and see the interaction of the church family as they munch, laugh, and enjoy the fellowship. The sign-up sheet for treats can be a joint effort with you and a friend or two working together. Please sign up!!
  • VESTRY
  • Meetings:
    May 18, 7:00 p.m.
    June 15, 7:00 p.m.
  • FUNDRAISING
  • Good Shepherd Church 3rd Annual Book Sale!
  • Saturday, July 24th, 8:00am - 2:00pm
    THOUSANDS of books will be for sale!

    Volunteers needed to help on Friday, July 23rd at 6:00 pm to arrange all the books on the tables and on Saturday, July 24th at various time frames during the day to sell the books, help out, etc. Our bakers will also be asked to bake a special treat for sale that day. Finally, EVERYONE can come and buy some books and baked goods and tell their friends and neighbors about our sale.

    This is a BIG fundraiser for our Church, so please participate if you can.

    Thanks in advance for your help. Any questions or if you are interested in helping, please call Marcy at 215-822-9248.