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Welcome to The Lutheran Church of The Good Shepherd in Olympia, Washington!

It’s Good Shepherd’s mission to share the love and grace of Jesus Christ with all people and to invite them to fullness of faith in God.

Welcoming and hospitality are an important part of who we understand ourselves to be as a community of faith. As in everything else, our model is Jesus. In one of his letters, the Apostle Paul urges his readers to “welcome one another just as Christ has welcomed you.” A contemporary translation reads, “Reach out and welcome one another … Jesus did it, now you do it!”

Several years ago, in an effort to do what Jesus did, our congregation adopted an Affirmation of Welcome:

The Lutheran Church of The Good Shepherd Welcomes All People:

The poor and the rich, the young and the old
People who are single, married, blessed, divorced, separated, partnered, or widowed
People of all abilities
People of all sexual orientations and gender identities
People of all nations and ethnic backgrounds

No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.

In-Person Worship

Sermon from Sunday June 8

Pastor Carol Tomer preaching

Recent Sermons

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Video recordings of the Sunday sermon will be posted on Sunday afternoon on the website, Facebook, and YouTube

Video recordings of past sermons can also be found on the Recent Sermons webpage

Upcoming Worship

Sunday, June 15

9 am Forum – Loving the LGBTQIA+ Community
- About the Forum: Over the past few months the LGBTQIA+ community has come under heavy assault by the current administration and its supporters. Executive orders, dismantling Diversity, Equality and Inclusion programs, anti-LGBT bills, removing websites and information sources and other actions are causing much harm and fear within a June 15 (continued) community that in the last decade had enjoyed increased widespread support. Such actions are in strong opposition to the welcoming values our congregation upholds in our welcome statement. One part of our welcome statement reads: “The Lutheran Church of The Good Shepherd Welcomes All People: People of all sexual orientations and gender identities.” In this forum, several members and/or allies of the LGBTQIA+ community at LCGS will help us reflect on that statement. We will revisit our commitment to this community and provide ways that we can support and ‘hug’ our queer family members, friends, neighbors and the community at large.
10 am Worship – Holy Trinity Sunday, Holy Communion, Installation of Pastor Shelley Wickstrom as Bridge Pastor, You-Pick-‘Em Hymn Sing, Blessing of the Communion Ministers to the Homebound, Dedication of the Tree Hugger Art, Pastor Shelley Wickstrom preaching

A play area in the sanctuary and a staffed nursery will be available in for the youngest among us. A recording of the sermon will be posted on Sunday afternoon here on the website home page and on Facebook and YouTube.

Sunset Socials: Midweek Meetups Starting June 18 at 7:30 pm

A relaxed all-ages meetup on the front lawn at Good Shepherd with popsicles, yard games, and plenty of space to connect, laugh, and enjoy the beauty of a Washington summer. Whether you’re young or just young at heart, this is a weekly chance to build relationships and share in community fun under the trees. All are welcome!

Outdoor Worship Begins June 22!

Enjoy Sunday Morning Worship all summer long under a beautiful “cathedral of trees,” and celebrate a season of beauty, welcome, and thanksgiving for the gift of the land and trees that hold us as we gather.

Visit the webpage for more info.

Family Camp Nites - REGISTER NOW!

July 8,9, 10 at 5-8 pm

Join in on three fun-filled evenings of crafts, games, service projects, free play, and meaningful connection at Family Camp Nites! Along the way, we’ll share stories and experiences that remind every child (and grown-up!) that they belong, they are beloved, and they are delightful to God. All ages are welcome—and yes, dinner (and s’mores!) is served each night!

Go the Family Camp Nite webpage for more info and to register.