Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. ~Philippians 4:6-7

Shepherd’s theme for 2025-26 is “Praying with an Open Heart,” based on Philippians 4:6-7. Three characters from Jesus’ early life prayed with open hearts, and they experienced God’s peace despite the unusual circumstances in which they found themselves. Their prayers were also songs to God—faithful expressions of thanksgiving and trust—because they had learned: When anything happens, pray; trust God will always answer; thank Him!

This Advent, as we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus, please join us for our Wednesday evening services, where we will highlight the prayer-songs of Mary, Zechariah, and Simeon!

Praying with an Open Heart…

     December 3 | When Life Is Unexpected: Mary’s Song       

     December 10 | With Confident Expectation: Zechariah’s Song

     December 17 | With Gratitude: Simeon’s Song

Advent Wednesday Schedule

5:15-6:15pm | Supper in the Parish Hall

6:30pm | Worship, including Children’s Chat