Malaria Net Challenge - Over 300 million people a year contract malaria, with 1 million of them dying, most of them African children. Yet by sleeping under a malaria net, children and adults are protected from the mosquitoes which cause malaria. Episcopal Relief and Development, through its Nets for Life program, sells these nets for $12.Bishops Greg and Nedi are asking each person in our diocese to buy one malaria net. Pick a form up in the church entryway to turn in with your check, made out to Good Shepherd. If you’d like to give your gift in someone’s name, be sure to also pick up a gift card to send to that person. Or, you can make an online donation at www.er-d.org. To find out more about NetsforLife, a DVD is available in the church office.

Adult Sunday School on May 11th, between 10:10 and 11:00 a.m., will feature "Getting to know Fr. Warne," along with light snacks. It will be Fr. Tom’s first Sunday. Bring questions. He's supposed to be bringing answers.

Fair Trade Sale begins Sunday, April 27.  Back by popular demand!  A variety of chocolate bars and coffee will be available for purchase after the services beginning April 27th. The sale will run through May (except May 11th).  Proceeds will benefit third world economies and our youth.  It’s a win-win event!

Good Shepherd Seniors will meet Monday May 5th at 12:00 noon for the monthly potluck lunch. Greg and Heidi Rhodes are going to talk about their time in China and show us some of their photographs. This is sure to be fascinating, so, bring a friend, bring a dish to share and enjoy.

L.A. Group Brunch - A reminder for those 40+ Living Alone and Laughing ALot (most of the time.) As the May meeting falls on Mother’s Day (and Fr. Tom’s first Sunday) our May Brunch will be held on Sunday, May 18, 1:00 pm, at Gustav's on 164th. Come, eat, and share your joys, your sorrows and your ideas! Questions? Call Grethe 892-7770.

Safeguarding God’s Children Training Session, Sunday, June 1st 1:00 – 4:00 PM, Youth Building. Church of the Good Shepherd is committed to the safety of all God’s people.  A training session will be offered on the afternoon of June 1st.  The following people are required by Church of the Good Shepherd policy to attend a SGC training session:Clergy – stipendiary and non-stipendiary, Vestry Members, Paid Staff Members of Church of the Good Shepherd and Good Shepherd Montessori Preschool/Kindergarten, Volunteers who work with or around youth and/or children, or are part of a decision-making group that serves children or youth at Good Shepherd, Contracted Service Providers.  Other parishioners are warmly welcomed to attend. Please pre-register by placing your name on the sign-up sheet located on the table in the narthex. If childcare is needed contact Kara by May 25th. Questions:  Kara Uhrich 892-7770 or Kara

The Men’s Cursillo Weekend for 2008 will be held at Grace Church, Astoria, from the evening of July 11 through July 13. The theme of this Cursillo is “See everything has been made new.”  2Cor 5:17. Cursillo Weekends help prepare those who are called to Christian leadership through a structured discussion of the elements of apostolic mission, prayer, and worship. If you are interested in this “short course” in Christianity, inform a “Cursillista” who knows you. If you do not know a Cursillista, ask your clergy to help you find one. For questions contact one of the leaders of this weekend, the rector, Pete Hoffman of Grace Church at 503-861-3290 or cdrpete@charter.net, or the vice-rector, Martin Sherington of Good Shepherd, Vancouver, at 360-253-2213 or mdssls@yahoo.com. Also check the website: http://oregoncursillo.org/Cursillo/index.htmlA link to forms for the Cursillo are at the bottom of the webpage.

Vacation Church School -Rainforest Adventure - Vacation Church School is set for Tuesday, June 24 through Friday, June 27, from 9:30 AM until 1 PM.  VCS is for children age 4 through the 6th grade. Younger children of volunteers will be accommodated. Children’s registration forms and volunteer forms can be found on the table in the narthex or in PDF format on our website at Children's Ministry Page available here. Our theme curriculum, Rainforest Adventure focuses on the importance of stewardship. Each day the children will be engaged with lively worship, friends, Bible stories, games, singing, great snacks, and many craft choices in the Canopy Craft Shops.  We hope your child will be able to join us this year! Many youth and adult volunteers are needed to fully staff VCS.  Form available here VCS Volunteer Form If you have questions, call Kara Uhrich at 892-7770 or email: Kara