Good Shepherd offers a variety of ministry opportunities in the parish, the Sun Prairie community. Please call the church office at (608)837-3308 to learn more about how you can become involved in a ministry that will serve others and nourish your own growth in Christ.

Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee-Haiti Project

The Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee-Haiti Project is an outreach ministry of the Episcopal Church in southern Wisconsin. It is a partnership in mission and community development with the people of St. Marc’s Episcopal Church, School and Clinic in Jeannette, Haiti and the people of the Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee. Together we seek to respond to Christ’s call to use our skills, time, money and God’s love to make a long term difference in people’s lives.

 

United Thank Offering

The mission of the United Thank Offering is to invite people to offer daily prayers of thanksgiving to God and outward and visible signs of those prayers, in the form of money offerings, which will benefit others.

The Shoe Shed  

Originating as a project of the youth of Good Shepherd Church and St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Watertown, WI, the Shoe Shed project has become a parish-wide ministry providing new and good used shoes to needy people of the community. Phone (608) 837-3308 (voicemail box *3) to make donations of money or shoes or to make a request for shoes

 

Youth Group

Youth participate in the full life of the parish as Sunday school program helpers, acolytes, choir members, and musicians. Speak to the parish priest, or contact (608) 837-3308 for details.

New Beginnings and Happening

Renewal retreats and ministry for grades for grades 6-8 (New Beginnings) and 9-12 (Happening)

Camp Webb

Camp Webb is the outdoor ministry of the Diocese of Milwaukee, with the goal of sharing Christ with everyone. Their mission is to provide a Christian community in an outdoor setting where people of all ages can come to know Jesus and deepen their relationship with him. They offer programs in the summer and throughout the year for children, youth, and adults. E-Mail Camp Webb here.

 

THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE

What on earth am I here for?

Discover your life purpose.

This Christian Formation program is based on Rick Warren’s runaway best seller, The Purpose Driven Life.  The process has no beginning or end, so newcomers can come any time. Contact the parish priest or phone (608) 837-3308 if you are interested.  (always open to the public).

ALPHA Groups

ALPHA is a 10-week journey in the Christian faith. Alpha is for newcomers, those whose faith has grown cold, agnostics, and others. It is an experience in learning, love, laughter and prayer. ALPHA may be just what you need! If you are interested, contact the parish priest (always open to the public)

The Prayer Chain

The Good Shepherd Prayer Chain exists to extend daily prayer upon request for special needs of members, friends and others. Requests can be initiated by contacting the coordinator or a member of the Prayer Chain. Prayer requests are made for a one-week duration, unless the requester specifies a longer time. Contact the parish office (608) 837-3308 or see The Shepherd's Call newsletter for further details.

Prayer Requests Online

Good Shepherd can receive your prayer requests online for any special needs you may have, or those of family members, friends and others. Requests can be initiated by emailing "Prayer Requests" and submitting your request in writing. Your prayer request will be added to the daily prayers of Good Shepherd prayer chain coordinators and church ministers. You will not be contacted by Good Shepherd unless you ask for a response by email

The Shoe Shed  

Originating as a project of the youth of Good Shepherd Church and St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Watertown, WI, the Shoe Shed project has become a parish-wide ministry providing new and good used shoes to needy people of the community. Phone (608) 837-3308 (voicemail box *3) to make donations of money or shoes or to make a request for shoes

 

Worship & Music

Thursday is music night at Good Shepherd church. The choir meets weekly to share fellowship, have fun, pray together and support each other, as well as to practice the songs for the 10:00 worship service. Everybody is welcome – there’s no audition necessary and no singing experience is expected. We’re hoping to meet new singers and instrumentalists – all offers of musical gifts are gratefully accepted.

Episcopal Church Women (ECW)

Our Purpose as the Women of the Episcopal Church of the Diocese of Milwaukee is to empower each other to live the life for which Christ called us by sharing His love through outreach, fellowship and spiritual growth.

The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Milwaukee is the fellowship of ALL women of the Church and is organized to enable the women to serve our Lord through Service, Worship, Education, Evangelism and Pastoral Care. All women in the parishes and missions of the Episcopal Church, Diocese of Milwaukee, are members.

Daughters of the King

A spiritual order for women in the Episcopal Church, committed to the extension of Christ’s Kingdom through prayer and service. Daughters of the King has more than 16,000 members worldwide.

Brotherhood of St. Andrew

The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is an international ministry within the Anglican Communion whose sole object is the spread of Christ's Kingdom among men.

 

New Beginnings and Happening

Renewal retreats and ministry for grades for grades 7-9 (New Beginnings) and 10-12 (Happening)

Healing Ministry

Prayer teams pray for physical and spiritual healing on behalf of parishioners and their loved ones during the 10 a.m. Sunday service. Prayer requests can be made by calling the church office, via the internet, or in person.

Daughters of the King

A spiritual order for women in the Episcopal Church, committed to the extension of Christ’s Kingdom through prayer and service. Daughters of the King has more than 16,000 members worldwide.

Brotherhood of St. Andrew

The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is an international ministry within the Anglican Communion whose sole object is the spread of Christ's Kingdom among men. The St. Luke's Brotherhood meets twice a month.

Music Ministries

Good Shepherd is known for the excellence of its music programs. Under the leadership of our Director of Music Ministry, we have an all-volunteer Adult Choir.

Healing Ministry

Prayer teams pray for physical and spiritual healing on behalf of parishioners and their loved ones during the Wednesday's service.

Acolytes

Beginning in the 6th grade, youth acolytes train to help serve during worship services. We also maintain a team of adult acolytes.

Lay Readers/Chalice Bearers/Lay Eucharistic Ministers

Lay Readers and Chalice Bearers are licensed by the Bishop to read Old Testament Lessons, The Epistle, and Prayers of the People, and to administer the Chalice in the Eucharist. Lay Eucharistic Ministers also bring the Communion sacraments to the sick and shut-in who are unable to attend worship at Good Shepherd.

Altar Guild

The Altar Guild prepares the church for all worship services, including decorations for festivals and other special occasions, and maintains the vestments and altar serving pieces.

Greeters

This group has the responsibility of greeting and welcoming members, visitors and guests to Good Shepherd. They provide assistance, information, direction and a warm welcome to all who worship at Good Shepherd. In addition, the Greeters sponsors Newcomers’ Receptions throughout the year.

Ushers

Ushers greet arriving worshippers as they enter the church, gather the offering, and they guide people to the altar rail. Ushers also clean and straighten the pews after the service.

Oblationers

On a rotating basis, parishioners bring the bread and wine to the altar as a part of our weekly offerings to God.