Scots and friends of Scotland are invited, and may wear a clan tartan piece of clothing or carry a piece of tartan material, a banner or flag to receive a kirkin (blessing) as part of the service of worship.

“Kirkin," from the Gaelic word "kirk" which means "church," in this usage means "blessing." In this celebration, the Highlander patriotism, faithfulness and strong independence are remembered by the displaying of tartans and publicly parading them to the sound of the bagpipe, accompanied by prayer, Scripture, preaching, blessing and singing of "Amazing Grace."

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
​The Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina

Good Shepherd's Mission Statement
“To reflect God’s love through our Faith in Action”
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 32
Cashiers, NC 28717

Address:
1448 Highway 107 South
Cashiers, North Carolina 28717

Contact
Ellen Albright, Parish Administrator
Phone:  828-743-2359
Fax:  828-743-9138
Email: goodshepadmin@frontier.com
Directions:
From the intersection of US 64 and NC 107 in Cashiers, NC, we are 1.5 miles south on NC 107, on the right, and across the street from the entrance to High Hampton Inn.