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Pastor Dara’s Doctor of Ministry Journey and Sabbatical
In 2023, I started a Doctor of Ministry degree program at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. With a small cohort of fellow clergy, we met together online monthly, reading…
Read MoreWhat’s ahead for our Pastoral Team this Summer?
Read the latest edition of The Messenger The June 2026 issue of Good Shepherd’s monthly newsletter “The Messenger” is now available to read online. Print copies have also been mailed…
Read MoreFoundation Support Through Latest Grants
The Good Shepherd Foundation met on May 4, 2026 and awarded the following grants: Church camp scholarships $11,615 Refresh Madison Campus classrooms $4,500 Music Mondays $3,000 Scholarship for GSLC member…
Read MoreVision Forums
After worship June 7 in Madison Join us after worship for a Vision Forum conversation about the future of Good Shepherd. As we welcome Lead Pastor Ben Sheets and continue…
Read MoreAuthor Q&A with Aziz Abu-Sarah
Learn more about the work of Aziz and Maoz https://www.iinteract.org/ Learn about “The Future is Peace” https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/786169/the-future-is-peace-by-aziz-abu-sarah-and-maoz-inon/
Read MoreUnited Week of Prayer
United Week of Prayer – April 26-May 2, 2026 Good Shepherd is joining churches across our community in intentional prayer, using our prayer labyrinth as a way to engage in…
Read MoreLEAD PASTOR UPDATE
LEAD PASTOR UPDATE One Worship & Congregational Meeting | April 19 The Lead Pastor Call Committee is grateful to share that a congregational meeting will be held on Sunday, April…
Read MoreHappy 30th Birthday to Our Pipe Organ!
This spring marks a joyful milestone in the life of Good Shepherd: the 30th anniversary of the pipe organ at our Madison campus. Designed and built by the Holtkamp Organ Company of…
Read MoreGood Shepherd Worship & Music Task Force
At its January 20 meeting, the Board of Directors created the Worship & Music Task Force to recommend what Good Shepherd’s worship and music strategy should look like for the…
Read MoreThe Good Shepherd Foundation Supports Ministries Through Latest Grants
The Good Shepherd Foundation met on February 2, 2026, and awarded the following grants: Good Shepherd Food Pantry $18,000 Holy Cow Summer Intern $3,600…
Read MoreCongregational Meeting | Sunday, March 8
Congregational Meeting When: Sunday, March 8 at 11:30 a.m. Where: Verona & on Zoom We invite you to attend an upcoming congregational meeting to hear about a significant estate gift…
Read MoreLead Pastor Call Committee Update
We are excited to share that the lead pastor call committee is in advanced conversations with a strong pastor candidate and are encouraged by where the Spirit seems to be…
Read MoreCall for Board Candidates
The Nominating Committee is looking to fill three open Board positions this year. The Nominating Committee is responsible for screening and nominating candidates in accordance with Article IV of the…
Read MoreWatch Q&A Discussion with Ryan Burge
Q&A with Ryan Burge Book Discussion Part 1 Book Discussion Part 2 Book Discussion Part 3 Book Discussion Part 4
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