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Gentle Shepherd MCC (GSMCC) is a congregation within the Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches (UFMCC). We are a Christian denomination with a ministry to all people everywhere, particularly those people who have ever felt separated or unwelcome by the church at large because of their sexual orientation, gender or gender identification, race, class or ability. Read more about our congregation. Maybe you've been thinking of joining a church, or becoming more active in your church. Maybe you want to deepen your walk with God, spend more time reading your Bible, or commit to making daily devotions a part of your routine . . . whatever it is, we'd like to help you make those goals. We'd like you to come experience worship and growth at Gentle Shepherd M.C.C. GSMCC is the place where you can gain friendships with other folks just like you, and find support for your journey. This is the place to develop Christian maturity, and find your purpose and calling in this community. We are casual in our attire, but passionate in our love for God and each other. We'll walk with you in your journey, and we'll love getting to know you and welcoming you into our church family. There's always room at God's table, and ours! So come experience worship like you've never felt it before. We have two Sunday worship services: a more traditional service structure in the morning (11:00 a.m.), and contemporary praise and worship service in the evening (7:00 pm). Either way, whatever style or schedule fits you better, we hope you'll come check it out. All of us at Gentle Shepherd Metropolitan Community Church are praying for God's blessings in your life during 2010. We claim the promise given to us in Jeremiah 29:11, that God has a plan for each of our lives. God wants all of us to prosper, God wants us to give us a future, and for us to live in the hope of that future. If you are ready to begin an exciting journey and discover the purpose God has for your life, come join us at GSMCC. We are all walking together, here to support and encourage each other as we discover the gifts and talents God has placed inside each of us, and most importantly, to discover God's will and plan for our lives. Looking to get involved at Gentle Shepherd? There are lots of ways you can get involved with us! Really - it's easy! Okay, so maybe you can't push an easy button, but it is as simple as speaking to a board member, worship leader, or our new Pastor. There is so much going on - we know there is something for you - and we want you to get involved! Because studying the Scripture is so important to our sprititual growth, we offer two different Bible studies on two separate nights. Every week, "Intersections" meets on Wednesday nights from 7-9 pm to study the Bible and have a lively discussion on the deeper meanings of the Scripture of that night's focus. This group is open to anyone!  If you prefer a Women's only Bible study, every other Monday night a great group of women join together to study the Bible and pray. The "Women's Spirituality Group" meets at 7 pm, Mondays. Joining in one of these groups is also a great way to meet some of the awesome people that are part of Gentle Shepherd M.C.C. Prefer to be involved in a behind-the-scenes kind-of way? How about becoming involved in the Prayer Ministry! Each week, prayer requests are lifted up to God by a committed team of prayer warriors - praying on their own, in their own time, for the needs of our members, friends, and families. As prayers are placed in the prayer box each week, they are kept confidential by the Prayer Team, but prayed for daily. Yes, we do believe in praying without ceasing! Is music your thing? Use your talents at GSMCC! Music is an important part of our worship. We have a praise team that leads in worship during the evening service, and can always use more dedicated voices. We also are in the process of beginning a choir for the morning serice and are looking for those who want to get involved. If you aren't able to make a joyful noise with singing, how about getting those instruments back out? It doesn't matter if you play guitar, trumpet, drums, or a cello - there is a place for you! At GSMCC, we extend opportunities for all God's children to use their God-given talents in worship - and develop their potential. If you're looking for a church home where you can get involved in music, this is the place for you!
Ok - so you don't feel musically blessed? Are you out-going and friendly? Want to help make someone feel welcome and comfortable? There's a place for that gift as well! Our ushers and greeters are the best around, and as we are growing in numbers, we could use some more folks with friendly faces and warm hand-shakes.  We're beginning a brand new Communication team - and if you can talk, email, post on the web, spend time on facebook or twitter - you've got just the skills we need! This brand new team will be looking at all the ways we can communicate better - your ideas are needed! So grab on - get involved - come grow with us!
Amazing things are happening at Gentle Shepherd M.C.C. - and we would love for you to join us in this journey! Come join with us this week!! |
