March 29, 2020 Worship

I look forward to us joining together once more for worship this Sunday! Our pastors and congregational care team leaders continue to be in touch with folks, but please be sure to let us know if you have any needs. Specifically, we do have an emergency fund available to folks who may be facing economic hardship. Please be in touch with me if these funds are needed to help you manage a loss of income in these days. We are in this together!

For the ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR MARCH 29 click HERE

We welcome you to join us on-line for worship at 10:30am via Zoom.

Instructions on Joining us for Worship

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/126469942

One tap mobile

19292056099 Then enter 126469942#

Dial by your location

1-929-205-6099

Meeting ID: 126 469 942

A few notes:

The meeting will open and you are welcome to join us on-line at 10:20 if you want to make sure you are connected.

Please have a candle nearby to light at the beginning of the service.

If your video is on, we can see you. All the time, whatever you do. Just remember that 🙂

Most of the time participants will be muted. If you are not speaking, you should be muted and can do that yourself. There will be two points in the service where you will be able to click the “raise hand” function and be recognized to speak. Those are during prayers and reflections. For those on the phone only, you can “raise your hand” by pressing *9.

Though you may not be able to worship in-person with us right now, we value your continued support of GSUCC ministry. The preferred method is to send checks or direct bill pay to Good Shepherd United Church of Christ,1050 NW Maynard Rd., Cary, NC 27513. You may also access on-line giving HERE.

Below are helpful resources for food in the area.

Free Meals for Kids

Volunteer to help distribute free meals to kids

Area Stores

Grace and Peace,

Pastor Carla

All in-person worship and ministry activities at Good Shepherd UCC have been cancelled indefinitely, due to the importance of practicing social distancing in the wake of the COVID-19 epidemic.

Additionally, our Lenten Fellowship Meals with Covenant Christian Church and Cary First Christian Church have been cancelled in view of the present Coronavirus circumstances.

In the coming days and weeks in the Lenten season, we intend to “be the church” … seeking meaningful ways that we can continue to be one faith family. Please watch this space for future updates.

We will be especially intentional about the means we can undertake to remain together in Spirit during Palm Sunday, Holy Week, Easter and throughout the Lenten season.

Our prayers, thoughts and best wishes go out to all those affected by the Coronavirus epidemic close to home and around the world. Please review this information from Pastor Carla and be sure to check this space frequently for more updates and information.

A progressive Christian community living in love.

Cary’s Good Shepherd United Church of Christ is a vibrant family of faith that is dedicated to being a welcoming and embracing home for families and individuals. We strive to the reflect the teachings of Jesus Christ in our relationships, spiritual journey and service to others.

Our Faith

Good Shepherd UCC embraces the progressive tradition of the United Church of Christ, which traces it’s roots through the Pilgrims, the Afro-Christian Movement, and German immigrant churches. UCC firsts include: ordination of a woman and an openly gay man, participation in civil disobedience, and support of marriage equality.

Our Family

Good Shepherd UCC is diverse in all sorts of ways- age, race, gender expression, background, sexuality, education, family structure, etc.! We take great pride in being a welcoming and inclusive congregation. Whoever you are, and wherever you find yourself on life’s journey, there is a place here for you to be known and loved in a family of faith.

Our Focus

Good Shepherd UCC is a Christ-centered congregation that seeks to do justice, work for peace, and build an inclusive community. We strive to demonstrate Jesus’ love for all, compassion for the hurting, and advocacy for the oppressed. Social justice and community involvement are a long-standing and essential part of who we are.

Wherever you are on your faith journey,
you are welcome here!

A joy-filled family of faith.

WE WORSHIP WE GROW WE CONNECT WE SERVE

You Are Welcome Here

Pastor Welcome

On behalf of everyone at Good Shepherd UCC, I’m pleased to welcome you to our website and our church family. Welcoming is the word we most often hear from first-time visitors. If you are looking for a new church home that is warm, friendly and supportive, please consider joining us for a Sunday of worship.

— Rev. Carla Gregg-Kearns, Senior Pastor

Worship Schedule

Sunday Worship

9am — Intergenerational Class (@ High House Living Room)
10:30am — Worship Service (with Child Care Provided)
10:45am — Sunday School (Grades K -5)
After Worship — Light Snack Fellowship

In Pursuit of a Perfect World

Video Welcome

We have been attending GSUCC for a little over a year now and we have absolutely fallen in love with this congregation.

Sarah S

"Walk with justice, walk with mercy and with God's humble care ..." We end by singing this every week and it is seen in our members' actions not just our words.

Kate Y

This is my family. I'm proud to be part of this growing family.

Kathy B

An exceptionally warm and welcoming gathering of humanity that rejoices in our differences as children of the family of God!

Gordon W

What a blessing this church is to the community! There are few houses of worship with this type of integrity in action.

DeeDee A

Very friendly, welcoming church. The welcome never stops. Every Sunday, I feel more and more like a member of the family.

Rowena R

I've been blessed to discover this church. It is full of love and wonderful, warm people dedicated to following Christ's teachings.

Rebecca K.

A vibrant children's ministry, kind fellowship, inspiring worship, and a down to earth vibe-- all keep us coming back again and again. So glad we found Good Shepherd!