Good Shepherd United Methodist Church

19/06/2026

Happy Juneteenth!

Today we celebrate June 19, 1865 — the day the last enslaved Americans in Galveston, Texas received word of their freedom, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth is a holy reminder that freedom, justice, and dignity are Gospel values. As United Methodists, we are committed to the ongoing work of racial equity and justice.

Today is day three of the Virginia Annual Conference. We give thanks for all who gathered this week to seek God's will for the Church. They conclude their work tomorrow.

18/06/2026

Members of our congregation — Pastor Lisa, Pastor MiRhang, Steven Koch, Sarah Broomfield, Michael Finegan and Hannah Barbery — continue to join thousands of Virginia United Methodists in worship, fellowship, and the holy work of the Church.

Pray for wisdom, unity, and the Spirit's guidance over all who are gathered.

vaumc.org/ac2026

17/06/2026

Today marks the opening of the 2026 Virginia Annual Conference! Several of our GSUMC family are serving as members.

In attendance from GSUMC:
Pastor Lisa
Pastor MiRhang
Steven Koch, GSUMC Lay Member
Michael Finegan, NOVA District At Large Member
Sarah Broomfield, NOVA District At Large Member
Hannah Barbery, NOVA District At Large Youth Member
Pat Pearsall, GSUMC's other Lay Member, was unable to attend due to illness.

The Annual Conference is where United Methodists gather to worship, conduct the business of the church, and discern God's will together. Please keep all members of Annual Conference in your prayers!

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The Shenandoah River District is excited to welcome the Annual Conference in June. Many volunteers are needed in order to provide the best experience for Annual Conference members. Please consider picking up a volunteer shift or two. Volunteers can sign up HERE.

17/06/2026

Tomorrow is the day! Join us in Upper Ed as we learn how to stay vigilant when we are on-line.

Join us for an AARP Presentation on June 18th from 1:00pm - 2:00pm. Lunch Bunch meets at 12:00 PM- so come for a potluck lunch and stay for the presentation: “Vigilance Against Cybercrime”.

In today’s fast-paced online environment, protecting your personal information is more crucial than ever. AARP’s workshop Vigilance Against Cybercrime is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world safely. We’ll cover how to stay safe in public, at home, when using social media and when shopping and banking. We’ll also look at common scams and how to avoid them. Invite your friends and neighbors!

14/06/2026

Out of an abundance of caution we have postponed our cookout scheduled for today due to the possibility of severe weather tonight. We will miss gathering for fun and fellowship but anticipate sharing a new date soon. Stay safe and cool today!

14/06/2026

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13/06/2026

This Sunday Pastor MiRhang asks: "Is the Bible Reliable?"

"The word of God is living and active." — Hebrews 4:12

The Bible isn't meant to promote our agendas — it's meant to draw us to God's story of salvation. Come ready to go deeper!

We can't wait to see you tomorrow at 10:00 AM in-person or online!

12/06/2026

Last Sunday, Pastor Lisa answered the question "Who is God" by telling us the very nature of god is love.

This Sunday, we look forward to continuing our series "Questions to God" asking "Is the Bible Reliable?"

11/06/2026

We are excited for our upsoming event: Vigilance Against Cybercrime". Lunch Bunch will meet at noon so bring a dish to share and the presentation begins at 1:00pm.

10/06/2026

This Sunday, Pastor MiRhang will explore: "Is the Bible Reliable?"

"The word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword." — Hebrews 4:12

The Bible's purpose is not to be used as a weapon — it is to call us back to God through the story of salvation that culminates in Jesus Christ.