There’s always something happening at Good Shepherd.

Join in celebrating the installation of the Rev. Stephen R. Herr as Bishop of the Lower Susquehanna Synod, ELCA on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. (Prelude begins at 1:30 p.m.) The celebration is at Saint Matthew Lutheran Church (30 West Chestnut Street in Hanover). This joyful worship service is a time for the whole church to worship God, celebrate our unity in Christ, and pray for our synod and Bishop Herr as we begin our ministry together. ELCA Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry will preach and preside. All are welcome to attend as we share in fellowship and celebration. A reception will follow the service.

What does it mean to be political as people of faith? Join Kris Albert in the Good Shepherd Classroom for the first of this two-part discussion exploring how Lutheran theology connects faith, justice, and public life.

We again meet in the Good Shepherd Classroom for this second part of our two-part discussion. Pastor Henry Herbener will further share what it means to be political as people of faith and how Lutheran theology connects faith, justice, and public life.

Join us for lunch at Thai PA Kitchen, 486 Royer Dr #101 in Lancaster. This is part of the monthly Community Lunch series hosted by the Towards Racial Justice Small Group. We share lunch together the 3rd Sunday of every month at a Black or minority-owned restaurant in Lancaster. Mark your calendars and join us for fellowship, great food, and support of our neighbors!

Join the Senior Shepherds this November in All Saints Hall as we welcome Pastor Scott Paradise. The meeting will take place not long before Thanksgiving. With that theme in mind, Pastor Scott will remind us how we too are pilgrims, shaped by gratitude to be learners, travelers, and seekers of hope.

Starting around the middle of October, you can reserve a Thanksgiving Turkey Box. This box includes everything you need to make a Thanksgiving meal at home. Each box includes a turkey (or turkey tenderloin), 5 pounds of potatoes, cans of green beans and yams, a box of stuffing, and more. Look for more details soon.

Though there are no angels on a tree this year, giving is still what we are called to do for people in need. In that spirit during November, winter gloves, hats, and socks will be gratefully received and later handed out at the Grace Meal in December. No wrapping is necessary. Though we still encourage donations for both women, and children, the biggest need is collecting those items for men.

Prepare again for the holidays as we enjoy festivities together.