Upcoming Children, Youth, & Family Events
Sunday Morning Programs
Activity Time – Sunday Mornings during 9 am Forum
Children and youth of all ages are invited to Activity Time in Room 114! The focus will be on building relationships and creative play more than education, with a combination of free play, organized group activities and time for conversation. It will be a lot of fun, and a great way to make new friends and develop lasting friendships at church!
Children’s Area & Staffed Nursery – Sunday Mornings during worship
The Children’s Area is the front right of the sanctuary. We ask that care givers sit in the adjacent seating area to monitor their children. A staffed nursery is also available in Room 114 if needed.
For All God’s Children – Sunday Mornings during 10 am Worship
For All God’s Children time takes place at the beginning of worship when we will call children to the front of the sanctuary for the Children’s Message, prayer, and blessing.
Sunday School – Every Sunday at 11:30 am
Pre-8th grade children and youth are invited to attend Sunday School, which will include snacks, a Bible story, opportunities for wonder and curiosity, movement, activities and connection. We are looking forward to a year full of learning, curiosity, wonder and delight as we dig into God’s stories and discover more about who God is—together!
Weekly Confirmation and Youth Sunday School Classes – Every Sunday at 11:30 am
At Good Shepherd, Confirmation is the practice of deliberately studying and deepening one’s faith. We learn about the history of the church, the stories and ways of reading the Bible and the practices of the Lutheran expression of Christianity. In addition to learning, Confirmation is focused on building relationships and community that cultivate a life of service. It is open to all youth entering 6th grade and above. Confirmation will be meeting every Sunday following worship from 11:30 am-12:30 pm in Room 152 (starting Jan. 4). During each session there will be time for lessons and discussions, conversation and reflection, creative expressions of faith, and snacks. If you would like to participate in the Confirmation program this season, please contact Heidi Prince at heidi@gsolympia.org. All youth are welcome to attend lessons regardless of formal participation in the Confirmation program.
Monthly Gatherings and Upcoming Events
South Sound Youth Group (11 - 18 years old) – Every Third Sunday of the month from 5-8 pm
The South Sound Youth Group is a joint group of youth from Good Shepherd Lutheran and Gloria Dei Lutheran in West Olympia. These gatherings are a time of fun, community, play, and worship! We'll gather together for dinner (free of cost), before playing games like Vampire Tag in the church. Then we close the night with small group discussions and a time of contemplative worship.
We alternate gatherings each month at Good Shepherd and Gloria Dei. Youth are invited and encouraged to bring friends! (go to Youth Activity Night webpage for schedule.
Love Your Neighbor Event – Sunday, February 8
Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 8, as we turn faith into action right here at Good Shepherd! Immediately following the worship service, join in for a special “Love Your Neighbor” even. This isn’t just a gathering, it’s an opportunity to connect, share kindness, and celebrate God’s enduring love for all . We’ll have Italian Sodas and assorted macaroni and cheese tastings. as well as the opportunity for all ages to join in on creating birthday cake kits for the food bank. Please bring your donations of cake mix, frosting, candles or other small party items that would help make someone’s birthday special. We will assemble all donations into birthday kits to be handed out at the food bank. See you there!