Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Good Shepherd Men's Breakfast
2026-02-21 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Verona Coffee Bar
All men of Good Shepherd are invited to a breakfast for fellowship, hear stories from small groups and learn about opportunities to get involved.

Ash Wednesday Worship Service | 7 p.m. Verona Campus
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Verona Sanctuary

Ash Wednesday Worship Service | 7 p.m. Madison Campus
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Madison Sanctuary

Ash Wednesday Worship Service | 12 p.m. Madison Campus
2026-02-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Madison Sanctuary

Q&A with Ryan Burge on "The Vanishing Church"
2026-02-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Good Shepherd Madison Campus, 5701 Raymond Road, Madison, WI, 53711, United States
Discuss the recent Past and Future of American Christianity
You’re invited to a conversation with political scientist, author and church demographics expert Dr. Ryan Burge. Burge visited Good Shepherd in 2024 and the content of what he discussed during that visit became a part of his newly released book The Vanishing Church.
Join this conversation and bring your questions as we hear about where the church has been, how it got to where it is today and what might be in store.
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
2026-02-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Madison Peterson Hall
All are invited on Tuesday, February 17th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in Peterson Hall at the Madison campus of Good Shepherd for the annual Shrove Tuesday meal of pancakes and bacon.
The meal is open to all and is a free-will donation event.

The Grace Collective
2026-02-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States
Our first gathering will be Craft & Charcuterie Night—an evening designed to be relaxed, creative, and joy-filled. Bring a craft you’re already working on, try something new with supplies we’ll have on hand, enjoy good food, and most importantly, enjoy time together. No experience required. No expectations. Just community.
Whether you’re brand new to Good Shepherd or have been here for years, The Grace Collective is for you. Come solo, invite a friend, and be part of something new as we build this community together.
If you plan to attend, please text Holly Simon at 608-294-7615 so we can plan accordingly.
We can’t wait to gather, create, and connect—this is just the beginning.

"The Vanishing Church" Book Study
2026-02-10 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-02-03 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-27 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Good Shepherd Madison Campus, 5701 Raymond Road, Madison, WI, 53711, United States
How the Hollowing Out of Moderate Congregations Is Hurting Democracy, Faith, and Us
In following up in some of the topics covered in our previous offerings on Christian Nationalism, this book discusses:

How religious polarization reshaped America and caused many to leave church,
Why faith became an identity in the culture wars,
The hidden truth that Americans are more moderate than the media suggests,
Why polarization in our churches affects all aspects of social connection and community
A path forward for churches to bridge political divides.

Click here to order a copy of the book from the Publisher
Click here to order a copy of the book from Amazon

Documentary Screening | "Leap of Faith"
2026-01-24 09:30 - 12:00 | Verona Public Library Community Room, 500 Silent Street, Verona, 53593, United States
Twelve diverse Christian leaders find hope and fellowship at a series of boundary-breaking retreats in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Brought together by Michael Gulker of The Colossian Forum, five women and seven men struggle with some of today’s most contentious issues. The divisions between them become apparent and test both their common belief in the universal importance of love and kindness and the bonds they build over the course of a year.

Inspiring and provocative, LEAP OF FAITH explores whether we can disagree and still belong to each other in a divided world.

Following the screening, there will be a Q&A with award-winning Director Nicholas Ma. Ma is an award-winning director, writer and producer based in Brooklyn. He produced the documentary Won’t You Be My Neighbor? about the life of Fred Rogers, which premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, and most recently the WNBA documentary Unfinished Business, which premiered at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival

Join the Event Online
Due to the weather challenges, we are also making this event available via zoom.
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Clothes Closet
2026-01-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Madison Kitchen

Bingo
2026-01-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Verona Coffee Bar
When: Tuesday, January 13 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Verona
Get ready for another round of fun and fellowship—Bingo returns in January! Join us for an evening of laughter, community and a little friendly competition. All ages are welcome, and prizes will be up for grabs. It’s a great chance to connect, relax and enjoy being together.
RT and Ronda

GLOW Night - Family Friday Dinner & Fellowship
2026-01-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Verona Sanctuary; Verona Coffee Bar; Verona Lobby
Shine Jesus’ light together as a family and GLOW!
Enjoy time together hearing an epiphany message, music, glow-in-the dark games, food and fellowship! This free event is geared towards families with kiddos preschool-5th grade. RSVP HERE or to Emily Gold at egold@gslcwi.com

Christmas Eve Worship | Madison Campus 7:30 p.m.
2025-12-24 19:30 - 20:30 | Good Shepherd Madison Campus, 5701 Raymond Road, Madison, WI, 53711, United States
Joy to the World!
You’re invited to a Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship service at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church as we celebrate the arrival of the Savior and the fulfillment of hope.

Come and experience this heartwarming celebration, surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight. Through music, scripture, and holy Communion, we’ll commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ – the light of the world.

Everyone is welcome at these services —whether you’re a longtime member or have never attended church before. Invite your friends and family to share in this service as we embrace the light that brings light to the whole world. We gather together, rejoice, and welcome the hope that Christmas brings.

Christmas Eve Worship | Madison Campus 6:00 p.m.
2025-12-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Good Shepherd Madison Campus, 5701 Raymond Road, Madison, WI, 53711, United States

Christmas Eve Worship | Verona Campus 6:00 p.m.
2025-12-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States

Christmas Eve Worship | Verona Campus 4:00 p.m.
2025-12-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States

Christmas Eve Worship | Madison Campus 4:00 p.m.
2025-12-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Good Shepherd Madison Campus, 5701 Raymond Road, Madison, WI, 53711, United States

Christmas Eve Worship | Verona Campus 10:00 a.m.
2025-12-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States

Christmas Around the Tree
2025-12-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States
Gather at the Verona Campus on Sunday, December 21 at 6:00 p.m. for an evening to ponder, pray, praise, and prepare in this Advent season together. Everyone is welcome to this beloved Good Shepherd tradition. A cozy gathering of readings, song, scripture and stillness. Kids are invited to wear their PJ’s. Everyone is invited to draw in close and take a holy pause before heading into a week of preparations.

Music Monday Christmas Concert: Handel’s Messiah
2025-12-15 19:00 - 20:30
Experience the beauty of the season with Good Shepherd’s annual Music Monday Christmas Concert!
This year features Part I of Handel’s Messiah and Sing We Noel—a new Christmas cantata by Joel Raney—performed by Good Shepherd’s 50-voice choir, orchestra, and guest soloists including Matt Skibo, under the direction of Jared Stellmacher. This free, joy-filled concert is open to the public and made possible through the Good Shepherd Foundation. Invite friends and family for an unforgettable evening of holiday music!

Carols & Cabernet
2025-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Toot & Kate’s Wine Bar, 109 S Main St, Verona, WI, 53593, United States
When: Sunday, December 14 at 7 p.m. Where: Toot and Kate’s – Verona
Join us for a lively evening of Christmas carols, community and cheer. Jared Stellmacher will lead a festive sing-along, and everyone is invited to bring a plate of cookies or a holiday specialty to share.

Blue Christmas
2025-12-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Madison Sanctuary; Madison Lobby
For many, the Christmas season brings a mix of emotions. Our Blue Christmas service offers a gentle, contemplative space for anyone walking through grief, loss, or hardship. Come as you are, find comfort in prayer and song, and hear again the message of hope: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it.” Even when life feels heavy, light persists. Live Stream Available.

An Advent Conversation with Will Willimon
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:00
“In Advent, we celebrate and anticipate the earth-shaking, life-transforming good news that God is coming to us. Watch out. Get ready. God is on the way.”
– Will Willimon, Heaven and Earth

You’re invited to a special in-person and online event featuring one of America’s most influential preachers. Will Willimon will join us via Zoom for a conversation about the often-misunderstood season of Advent. In 2024, Willimon authored “Heaven and Earth: Advent and the Incarnation” and this conversation will feature a discussion about his book along with time for Q&A from the audience.

Zoom Meeting Details
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About Will Willimon
Will Willimon is a preacher and teacher of preachers. He is a United Methodist bishop (retired) and serves as Professor of the Practice of Christian Ministry and the Director of the Doctor of Ministry program at Duke Divinity School. He is former Dean of the Chapel at Duke University and is considered by many as one of America’s best-known and most influential preachers. He has written over 90 books and has sold over a million copies.

An Advent Evening with The Brilliance
2025-12-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States
We’re thrilled to welcome back The Brilliance, a dynamic New York-based group known for their poetic lyrics and soulful sound. Their music weaves together hope, justice, and faith—offering a moving reflection on Advent’s promise of light breaking into darkness. This free concert replaces 6 p.m. worship for the evening and is sponsored by the Good Shepherd Foundation. Come early, bring friends, and be inspired by songs that bridge sacred tradition and contemporary storytelling.

Advent by Candlelight
2025-12-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Good Shepherd Verona Campus, 7291 County Road PD, Verona, WI, 53593, United States
We’ll read scripture. We’ll sing carols. Storytellers will share with us what Advent means so them. We’ll also share devotional materials that could be a good anchor for you in this holy season.

Potluck and Advent Hymn Sing
2025-12-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Madison Sanctuary; Madison Peterson Hall
The whole church is invited!
The Gathering team will host a time of Advent music, lunch, and fellowship. This lunch is open to all as a time to visit with folks you know and folks you don’t know yet. Think of it as an extension of Sunday morning lobby fellowship! Lunch will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by a time of Advent music and singing in the sanctuary at 11:45 a.m., led by Jared Stellmacher, Director of Music and Worship. Soup will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.

The Chosen Season 5
2025-12-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Madison Peterson Hall
We will meet each week at 6:30 p.m. in Peterson Hall to watch the most recent season of the acclaimed series “The Chosen” – featuring a unique look at the life of Jesus and his ministry. There will also be an option to join each week on Zoom. Contact Eric Holmer with any questions.

Zoom Details:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89360421354?pwd=[REDACTED]
Please contact Eric if you have issues with the Zoom link
