The Church of the Good Shepherd
Youth Programs / Adult Programs
Youth Programs
Acolytes
Serve at the altar during the worship services of the church.
Ann Halverson: 880-4053
Camp Capers
Located in Waring, Texas, this Episcopal Church camp serves adults, youth and children year-round.
Bianca Leonard: 885-0989
First Communion Class
For children who desire communion prior to being confirmed.
Melissa Freund: 994-1776
Godly Play
For 3, 4 and 5 year old children and 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Grade Sundays from 10-11:00 a.m.
Melissa Freund: 994-1776
J2A - Journey to Adulthood
For youth 7th grade through 12th grade.
Melissa Freund: 994-1776
Junior Choir
For youth 3rd through 5th grade.
Tim Smith: 882-1735
Jr. High Youth Group
6th, 7th and 8th graders meet Sunday at 6 p.m. for fun activities & bible study.
Bianca Leonard: 882-1735
Nursery
For children 3 and younger.
Larissa Amparan: 882-1735
Mission Society (Youth & Adults)
Designs mission opportunities, locally and abroad.
Gregg Robertson: 993-6357
Sr. High Youth Group
9th to 12th graders meet Wednesday at 7 p.m. for fun activities & bible study.
Bianca Leonard: 882-1735
Sunday School
Teaching and small groups: 3 yr. olds to 5th grade, 10-11 a.m.;
Grades 6 to12, 10-11 a.m.
(6th-12th) Bianca Leonard: 882-1735,
(2 yr. - Kindergarten) Melissa Freund: 994-1776
(1st-5th) Melissa Freund: 994-1776
Adult Programs
Adult Christian Education Committee
Helps plan adult Christian Education Program.
Nancy Steward: 883-8236
Adult Inquirers Class
Offered for adults who desire confirmation.
The Rev. Steve Bilsbury: 882-1735
Kathy Lorenz: 851-9220
Adult Leadership for Youth
Mentor youth and help organize youth activities.
Jack Binger: 855-0434
All Hallow's Eve Service & Pumpkin Carving
An experience to recapture the Christian aspects of Halloween.
Guild of the Christ Child (Adrienne Williams): 723-0312
Altar Guild
By invitation from the Rector, women who assist the clergy as God's "housekeepers."
Carol Pettus: 853-9546
Bible Studies
Men's and women's studies held weekly.
Melissa Freund: 882-1735
Blessing of the Animals
An outdoor worship service to bless your animals in celebration of Saint Francis of Assisi.
St. Francis Guild (Mary Helen Dunnam): 883-3388
Breakfast Ministry
Gather, cook and serve breakfast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m.
Bill McDowell: 887-2131
Building and Grounds Committee
Oversees all issues related to the maintenance, repair and improvement of church facilities and grounds.
Sam Beecroft: 854-0471
Choirs: Senior and Handbell
"Sing or ring the praises to the Lord."
Tim Smith: 882-1735
Celia Muncy: 882-6317 (handbells)
Christmas Pageant
The best one anywhere! A Birthday Party for Jesus follows this celebration. All children ages 3- high school participate.
Anne Clemons: 334-8377
Church Office
Church Room Reservations, Rector's Secretary.
Susan Linnane: 882-1735
Church Office Volunteers
Assist with bulk mailings and various clerical tasks.
Susan Linnane: 882-1735
Committee of Seven
Representatives of The Women of the Church who allocate funds raised by Good Shepherd's Corner.
Betty Anderson: 854-3717
Communications
The "Good SHepherd" Newsletter, Web Page, Membership Updates, and EMail Blasts to the Membership of Good Shepherd.
Chris Bettiga: 882-1735
Cursillo Reunion Groups
On-going gatherings of Cursillistas.
Jack Binger: 855-0434
Cursillo ("Short Course" in Christianity)
A weekend retreat followed by participation in support groups to build up lay ministry.
Jack Binger: 855-0434
Daughters of the King
An Episcopal order of lay women who follow a rule of prayer and service.
Nancy Steward: 883-8236
Dinners for Eight
Groups of eight getting together for fun, food and fellowship a various homes.
Marylee Browning: 991-4902
Diocesan Council
Representatives from the congregations of the Diocese of West Texas who are elected, by the Vestry in the fall, to discern God's will for the church.
The Rev. Milton Black: 882-1735
Easter Egg Hunt
This event is held on Holy Saturday at church.
Guild of the Christ Child (Adrienne Williams): 723-0312
Easter Egg Ladies
Work in fellowship year-round to make and sell decorative Easter eggs. Money is donated to church projects.
Atlee Anne Tyree: 853-2900
Education for Ministry
Substantial theological and biblical education for lay ministry.
Nancy Steward: 883-8236
Endowment Committee
Supports the outreach work of the parish.
Mary Clark: 854-4742
Evangelism/Newcomer Committee
Community visibility, visitor hospitality, newcomer class, newcomer parties, confirmation sponsorship, renewal, outreach to lapsed members.
Nick Welsh: 882-5521
Every Member Canvass
Opportunities for every member to give and serve the church.
Lance Bruun: 806-2218
Friends of Saint James
A volunteer parent/school organization which meets monthly during the school year.
Liz Mathews: 855-8482
Good Shepherd's Corner
A church resale and consignment shop that provides funds for the church, community and world.
Margaret Moss: 884-6844
Good Shepherd/Saint James Liaison Committee
A committee bridging church and school to serve our community.
Patrick Roberts: 883-0835
The Rev. Milton Black: 882-1735
Patrick Roberts: 883-0835
Guild of the Christ Child
Provides a meal and prayerful support to new parents.
Adrienne Williams: 723-0312
Happening
Spiritual awakening weekend for High School Students.
Bianca Leonard: 885-0989
Jenette Hammer Guild
Meets together for home luncheons with speakers, uses dues to support church and school projects.
Debbie Emerson: 884-7977
Kid's Cafe at Cliff Maus Village
Kid's Cafe provides high quality, well-balanced and nutritious meals and snacks to children who are high-risk nutritionally. In addition, children are offered homework assistance, tutoring, access to computer lab and recreation in a safe environment.
Becky Warren: 729-6899
Lay Eucharistic Ministers
Parishioners who take Holy Communion to sick or homebound members.
The Rev. Steve Bilsbury: 882-1735
Layreaders and Lectors
Serve in public worship to read scripture, prayers, and to administer Communion.
Nick Welsh: 882-5521
Lenten Series
Shrove Tuesday Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday Services, Potluck Suppers & Speakers.
Melissa Freund: 882-1735
Memorial Carillon
Located in the bell tower, the Memorial Carillon holds 48 bells comprising four full octaves.
Alex Kirkland: 980-8494
Memorial Chapel
Interment of loved ones' ashes in the columbarium located behind the baptismal font.
Kathy Davies: 991-5295
Mission Society (Youth & Adults)
Designs mission opportunities, locally and abroad.
Gregg Robertson: 993-6357
Music Ministries
Singing and ringing choirs from 3nd graders through adults.
Tim Smith: 882-1735
Mustang Island Retreat and Conference Center
Episcopal retreat and conference center for the Diocese of West Texas.
Nita Shaver: 749-1800
Newsletter "The Good Shepherd"
Good Shepherd's weekly newsletter.
Christine Bettiga: 882-1735
Nursery Committee
Supports the ministry of the nursery and the Mother's Day Out program.
Larissa Amparan: 882-1735
Parish Librarian
Organizes, builds and administers the book and video collection.
We are looking for a librarian - if you are interested call 882-1735.
Parish Picnic
Held annually in May.
Church Staff: 882-1735
Planned Giving Committee
Work toward educating people about remembering The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in their wills.
Mary Clark: 854-4742
Rally Day
The "Kickoff" party in August that begins a new year of school, Christian education and programs.
Melissa Freund: 882-1735
Saint Francis Guild
Maintains Chrismons, holds service projects, raises money for camp scholarships.
Mary Helen Dunnam: 883-3388
Saint James Episcopal School
An Episcopal Day School located on church grounds serving children of all faiths from age 2-1/2 through 8th grade.
Patrick Roberts: 883-0835
Salvation Army Mobile Canteen
A team that works with the Salvation Army to feed and serve the homeless and transient population.
Pam Gouverne: 991-5919
Special Events
Creates and organizes liturgical and social activities for the parish (i.e., Blessing of Animals, All Hallows' Eve Service. Advent Events)
Melissa Freund: 994-1776
Stewardship
Plans and administers activities related to how we spend our time, talent and treasure.
Lance Bruun: 806-2218
Sunday School Teachers
Members who teach weekly classes.
Melissa Freund: 994-1776
Trinity Towers
A retirement community begun by downtown churches. Weekly Bible Study and monthly Communion.
The Rev. Steve Bilsbury: 882-1735
Ultreya
A gathering of Cursillistas who share fellowship, service and the Lord's love.
John & Becky Warren: 883-8567
United Thank Offering
An offering of money in thanksgiving to God for what He has given.
Marsha Robertson: 853-1513
Ushers
Assist with greeting and ushering at worship services.
Bill Moffitt: 883-7415
Vacation Bible School
For ages 3 - 4th grade. 5th - 8th grade are helpers. 9th - college age are leaders with adults. Plans, teaches and leads the best one-week Bible School held in Corpus Christi every summer.
Amy Liles: 855-6600, Brandy White: 854-0551
Website
Manages and updates the church website.
Christine Bettiga: 882-1735
Women of the Church
Open to all women, this group meets throughout the year for business & luncheons with speakers to support the work of the parish.
Marsha Robertson : 993-6357
Youth Mission
Teams of youth and adults work painting, and working on homes for those in need.
Bianca Leonard: 882-1735
Vestry
Main administrative body of the church which coordinates, with the Rector, the overall ministry of the church.
Sr. Warden, Lance Bruun, 884-8300
Jr. Warden, Sam Beecroft: 854-0471
Treasurer, Steve Emerson: 884-7977
Chancellor, Scott Sherman: 888-9261