Announcements

The church is NOT closed, but all worship services on Sunday and Thursday have been suspended through May 10.

Health Precautions During this ever changing time we are updating the precautions that we are taking quite frequently. 
  • The church is open 24/7 if you would like to come and pray.  We do have hand sanitizer available inside the church.
  • Per Bishop José's request, we have cancelled all Sunday and Thursday worship services at least through May 10.
  • Classes and group meetings have either been cancelled or changed to a Zoom Conference format. 
  • Bazaar Donation Drop-Offs are now cancelled at least through May 10.  Sharon will be available to meet people with furniture donations at the Barn by appointment but will not be opening it on Fridays or for shoppers.  If you would like to make an appointment with Sharon, please text or call her at (864)710-9316

We are concerned for you, and especially for those in our community who are more susceptible to getting sick.  We have volunteers that have offered to run errands or go grocery shopping for those who are more at risk.  If you would like someone to help you, or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Ellen at the church office (828-743-2359) and she will coordinate a volunteer to assist you.

Some general health precautions for you:
  • The most important way to minimize the spread of infectious diseases is for people who have symptoms, such as fever, upset stomach, or frequent coughing or sneezing, to stay home and to seek medical attention as symptoms warrant.  If you are sick, let us know.  We want to help you as we can—not just with prayer but with active steps like getting medicines, groceries and the like.  We can work together for wellness.
  • If you have underlying health issues, please be careful at all times.  If you would prefer home communion or alternative prayer and worship, please let Rob know.
  • Wash hands regularly for 20 seconds (and instead of counting, you might say Lord’s Prayer instead). Washing hands or using hand sanitizer is one of the best ways to minimize the spread of germs.
We also want to 1) combat fear with knowledge in order to encourage preparedness and decrease stigma, and 2) God's compassion and care to those in our communities who are affected. Nobody wants to get sick or get others sick, so please be mindful and compassionate about the potential spread of all illnesses.  If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the church and express them.  And please keep those affected by disease and those treating and testing people in your prayers.
Sunday Services
The church is NOT closed, but all worship services on Sunday and Thursday have been suspended through May 10.
 
Note: Church Office Hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
and Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Announcements from prior weeks:

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.