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.
Founded in 1957, The Lutheran Church of The Good Shepherd, rooted on the corner of North and Henderson, has grown and changed with the community. Good Shepherd celebrates its neighbors by hosting a variety of community events centered in God’s grace. Outdoor Sunday morning worship for all is offered during the summer under the cathedral of evergreens! The church is shepherded by Pastor Carol Tomer, Rev. Dr. Laurie Jungling, Pastor Dan Wiktorek, and Chaplain Janet Grant and supported by a growing staff and ministry leadership teams.
Good Shepherd is a vibrant, open-hearted and welcoming community. As a proud Reconciling in Christ congregation since 2009, Good Shepherd publicly welcomes LGBTQIA+ people, and is deeply involved in an expansive ministry of mercy and justice. This wide-reaching commitment is proclaimed in these words:
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.
Sermon from February 8, 2026
Rev. Dr. Laurie Jungling preaching
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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, February 15
9:00 am Forum – Framing Lutheranism: Some Basics for Participating in an ELCA Christian Community (aka: Lutheran 1.0). Part 6: Called to be Free FOR Being Called. Led by Rev. Dr. Laurie Jungling.
9:00 am Activity Time – Children and youth of all ages are invited to Activity Time in Room 114.
10:00 am Worship – Transfiguration of Our Lord, Holy Communion, A Legacy Liturgy: Classic and Ancient Gifts, Blessing of the Communion Ministers to the Homebound, Rev. Dr. Laurie Jungling preaching.
Following Worship – Hospitality & Fellowship coffee, beverages, and snacks in Crary Fellowship Hall.
11:30 am Sunday School – preschool - 8th grade
11:30 am Weekly Confirmation and Youth Sunday School Class – 6th grade and above
5:00 pm South Sound Youth Group Activity Night – 6th grade and above
Faith, AI, and Christian Ethics
Saturday, February 21, 10 am - 2 pm
What does Artificial Intelligence (AI) have to do with our Christian faith? And how ought Christians use it in a faithful and ethical way?The Southwestern Washington Synod presents this special educational event led by Rev. Dr. Laurie Jungling (Bishop Emeritus, Montana Synod).
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