Sunset Socials: A Midweek Meetup
Starting Wednesday, June 18 at 7:30 pm. Join in each Wednesday evening this summer for a relaxed all-ages meetup on the front lawn at Good Shepherd! We’ll have popsicles, yard games, and plenty of space to connect, laugh, and enjoy the beauty of a Washington summer together. 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!
Summer Hikes: Two Fellowship Hikes
Saturdays, June 21 & August 9. Enjoy the great outdoors and become reacquainted or meet new friends on these summer hikes in June and August that nearly everyone can participate in and enjoy! Hikes are all from 10 am - noon. Meet at the church parking at 9:30 am to carpool to the locations or meet at the trailheads at 10 am. Dress for the weather, and bring along a snack and water! For more information, contact Dan Bode at 360-451-1832 or Bobbi Bode at 360-481-6590.
Saturday, June 21 – Mima Mounds: Located in Capitol Forest, this hike is a little over 2 miles of flat prairie with wildflowers. It’s DNR land, so a Discover Pass* is needed.
Saturday, August 9 – McLane Creek Nature Area: Located about four miles west of Black Lake, this hike has 1.6 miles of forest and ponds.
*Discover Pass info: go to discoverpass.wa.gov (Discover passes are available at the State Parks Headqaurters or licencing agencies around the county)
Wild Worship: Sunday Morning Outdoor Worship
Sunday mornings at 10 am beginning 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. Some highlights of outdoor worship:
Sunday, June 29 – Pride Sunday
Sunday, July 13 – Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, July 27 – Christmas in July
View the Upcoming Worship page for more info and full schedule
Family Camp Nites: Evening Activity Camp
Evenings at 5-8 pm, July 8-10. 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!