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40 Words in 40 Days: Catechism
Catechism (ˈka-tə-ˌki-zəm) A summary of the principles of Christian religion, sometimes in the form of questions and answers, used for the instruction of Christians. Deuteronomy 6:6–7 6 Keep these words that…
Read More40 Words in 40 Days: Apostle
Apostle A title that indicates someone is a commissioned messenger or ambassador. It is a Greek word that can mean “one who is sent out.” Jesus, sent by God the…
Read More40 Words in 40 Days: Metanoia
Metanoia This Greek word is derived from the root words meta (“after/change”) and noiein (“to think/perceive.”) In the Bible it is frequently translated into English as repentance – something that…
Read More40 Words in 40 Days: Lament
Lament A passionate expression of grief or sorrow. Psalm 13:1–2 1 How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? 2…
Read More40 Words in 40 Days: Sin
Sin Self-centeredness; placing self in God’s place, resulting in total alienation from God. Psalm 51:1-3 1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion…
Read More40 Words in 40 Days: Fast
Fast A voluntary, temporary pause from consuming food, drink or some other practice as a practice in spiritual discipline. It’s not a way to prove or earn something, but a…
Read MoreLearn about Justice and Advocacy Month in the January 2026 Messenger
Read the latest edition of The Messenger The January 2026 issue of Good Shepherd’s monthly newsletter “The Messenger” is now available to read online. Print copies have also been mailed…
Read MoreExplore Advent at Good Shepherd in The Messenger
Read the latest edition of The Messenger The December 2025 issue of Good Shepherd’s monthly newsletter “The Messenger” is now available to read online. Print copies have also been mailed…
Read MoreBuilding Alternatives: What we can do about Christian Nationalism
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Read MoreGenerosity and Flourishing at Good Shepherd
Read the latest edition of The Messenger The November 2025 issue of Good Shepherd’s monthly newsletter “The Messenger” is now available to read online. Print copies have also been mailed…
Read MoreEnriching Future Leaders
CYF ministry has impacted our family by deepening our faith and has made us more aware of how giving back to our community has so many benefits. Working at the…
Read MoreFaith Footprints: Learning about Faith is Fun
Amped is such a great experience for middle schoolers to meet new people with the same beliefs as them. I have met so many people that are very understanding, kind…
Read MoreFaith Footprints: I Just Wish I Had Discovered It Sooner
I started regularly attending youth group at the start of my Junior year, and I wish I would have gone sooner. I personally have found my faith has progressed the…
Read MoreFaith Footprints: Finding What Our Family Needed
Children’s programming at Good Shepherd has been transformative for our children and it started with AMPED. Coming from the Catholic tradition, we were expecting that we may need to actually…
Read MoreOur October Focus? Welcome, Hospitality and Evangelism
Read the latest edition of The Messenger The October 2025 issue of Good Shepherd’s monthly newsletter “The Messenger” is now available to read online. Print copies have also been mailed…
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