Good Shepherd - Owatonna

05/19/2026

We are so excited to learn about Jesus at Illumination Station VBS this summer!! Kids age 3 through 5th grade are invited to participate!

At Illumination Station VBS, kids will be challenged to answer Jesus' important question to His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" As they explore the ways light brighten, illuminates, reflects, and reveals, kids will discover that Jesus is the light who brings hope to a dark world.

Jesus spoke to them again: "I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life." John 8:12

Sign up is open NOW: https://vbspro.events/p/090344

05/17/2026

Before Jesus ascends into Heaven, He says a prayer on our behalf. What does this prayer remind us of? It reminds us that we are part of God's family; we are God's children. No matter what happens in our lives nor what choices we make, God has called us as His own. He wants you, and He wants you to spend eternity with you.

05/14/2026

We could never be orphans - because our Heavenly Father executed an eternal rescue plan through Jesus’s death and resurrection.

Why? So that His kids - you and me! - could spend forever with Him in Heaven.

God saw our condition in this sinful world and refused to leave us that way. Now He invites us to truly know Him and have a relationship with Him that truly changes everything.

05/13/2026

This past Sunday, Pastor Greg reminded us that God sees us as part of His family. He loves us as a father loves his children because He is our Heavenly Father. Understanding the close knit relationship God desires to have with us should inspire us to live lives that align with who He has called us to be. Despite our shortcomings, God invites us to follow Him and participate in His work in the world around us.

The sermon from May 3rd at Good Shepherd in Owatonna.

05/13/2026

As May keeps barreling onward, let's take a minute to take a deep breath, grab out our calendars, and save the date for these Faithful Family events in the summer months!

We're so excited for these monthly fellowship activities! We hope we'll see you there!

Have a friend you want to invite? Tag them below OR invite them to the corresponding Facebook Event!

05/12/2026

Hello! Welcome to Good Shepherd in Owatonna, MN where we: Follow Jesus. Share Hope. Live Love! We would love to see you in worship or at one of our upcoming events!

Sunday Service Times: Hymn Service 8:30 AM | Worship Service 10:00 AM
Sunday School (age 3 – 6th grade): Held during both services (resumes in the fall)
Location: 2500 7th Ave NE Owatonna, MN

Watch online: Catch our livestream here: https://vimeo.com/channels/goodshepherdowatonna
Join us for an event: Our upcoming events are listed here: https://goodshepherdowatonna.com/events-and-calendar/

Need help or have questions? Just send us a message – we would love to help!

05/12/2026

Whether you or someone you know is looking for a preschool for next year, we would love to have them join our Good Shepherd Preschool family!

At Good Shepherd Preschool, we are honored to be entrusted with these little minds and hearts to shape academically, emotionally, and spiritually. ❤

If you're looking for a preschool for next year, we would love to talk with you about how we could support your child and your family in learning and growing in preparation for elementary school.

We are now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year and limited openings are still available in our threes, fours, and fives classes. Fill out the interest form on our website to get more information or begin the enrollment process today: https://goodshepherdowatonna.com/enroll-in-preschool-2/

05/10/2026

God invites us into His family just as Jesus invites us to be His disciples. He sees us as we are and loves us despite our weaknesses, and He also loves us too much to leave us that way. He calls us to live a life of sacrifice, worship, time spent with God, and, most importantly, a life focused on the mission of seeking the lost and pointing them to Jesus.

05/08/2026

Looking for community? Join the Good Shepherd Moms Group! Being part of this group provides an opportunity to ask questions, receive/share practical parenting tips, and connect with other moms. We aren't meant to do this alone! ❤

There are multiple ways to get plugged in with this group!
✨ Receive weekly devotion and encouragement via emails
✨ Join a private Facebook group
✨ Meet with other Moms monthly in person (usually the 4th Thursday @ 6:00 pm in the Church Nursery - bring your littles along!) Mark your calendar for 5/21 (3rd Thurs) + 6/25
✨ Special events! Such as...

💐 Our first build your own bouquet event! Grab more information here: https://goodshepherdowatonna.com/event/10719/

05/07/2026

Stephen stood strong for what He believed in - even to the point of death. Seems like a tragic ending, but the Bible describes Stephen’s life as being full of grace and power.

So what does that mean for us today? Just as God gave Stephen grace and power, He does the same for us. He loves us and offers us grace that we can then offer back to those we interact with. The faith we are given by God fills us with grace and power that can only be ours through Jesus.