Events & Newsletters

  • griefshare | Next meetings

    You’ve lost your loved one and have so much to take care of. Your grief is so overwhelming. Is this how you or someone you know is feeling? You’re welcome to join our next session in August or invite someone you know who is grieving the loss of a loved one. All meetings are in the Atrium and include refreshments. More information/registration at griefshare.org.


    Group Meetings

    Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm

    August 18 - November 10, 2026

  • Quilts & Kits

    Wednesday, August 19 | 9am | LL-5

    The next Quilts & Kits meeting is Wednesday, August 19 at 9am in Room LL-5. If you can tie your shoes, you can tie a quilt! No sewing or quilting experience is needed. Contact Sharleen Jespersen at jesper417@yahoo.com with any questions.

  • Seeking Him Prayer Group

    Thursday, August 20 | 6:30pm | Atrium

    Seeking Him Prayer Group meets Thursday, August 20, 6:30pm in the Atrium to pray for God's guidance and blessing on the Staff, ELC, Lay Leadership, and future direction of Shepherd. All are welcome! Pastor Feldmann: dsfeldmann@comcast.net.

  • Women's Morning Retreat

    Saturday, August 22 | 9:30am-12pm | Renewal Church

    Scripture in Motion, a nonprofit ministry led by Shepherd members Cassie and David Schlecht, is hosting a Women's Morning Retreat at RENEWAL CHURCH (3120 Irving St, Denver, CO 80211) in Denver on Saturday, August 22 from 9:30am-12pm. We invite you to join us for a peaceful morning designed to encourage rest, creativity, and connection. Coffee, tea, and refreshments will be provided. Guided experiences will include worship music, gentle movement, and a creative activity.


    Click here for the registration link and to view event details.


    Please register for this event by Saturday, August 15 to reserve your spot.


    For any questions, please contact Cassie Schlecht at 608-572-6290.

  • Youth Pool Party

    Sunday, August 23 | 1-4:30pm | Sweeney's Home

    Xtreme and SHYP Youth will meet together on Sunday, August 23, from 1-4:30pm at the Sweeney's home for a pool party. Lunch, snacks, and drinks are included. Remember to bring your towel and sunscreen! For address information, please reach out to Sina at 707.326.8666 or swilliams@sothfamily.org.

  • Faith Milestone 'Growing in Christ'

    Sunday, August 30

    The Growing in Christ Faith Milestone recognizes and celebrates students in their journey of faith as they enter the fifth grade Confirmation Class. They will be blessed and receive the gift of Luther's Small Catechism during the Contemporary Worship Service on August 30. God bless these young people on their journey of faith.

  • Usher/Greeter Appreciation Lunch

    Sunday, August 30 | 12pm

    Free Chicago Hot dogs! Sunday August 30, after late service, Shepherd is hosting an Ushering and Greeter Training / Information / Appreciation Lunch. Come to the Parish Hall after late service and bring anyone who may want information on ushering or greeting. 


    RSVP to David Renner: 303.908.2332, david.anthony.renner@comcast.net, so he knows how much food to prepare. We'll go over ushering duties, exchange tips and tricks, and have a good time. Hope you are able to come.

  • Fall Kick Off 2026 | Save the Date

    Sunday, September 13

    Everyone from 2 days-122 years old: Save Sunday, September 13, to be TOGETHER as a church family. We'll get TOGETHER 9:30-10:30am in the Gym for an all-ages program based on our theme. 


    At 12:17pm, after late worship services, we’ll join TOGETHER again in the Gym for a potluck lunch. Bring your favorite appetizer, salad/vegetable, or entrée/hot dish (dessert is provided). This will be a wonderful year TOGETHER!

  • young adult sports night

    thursdays | 7-9:30pm

    All young adults (*18-35yrs old*), join us weekly to meet people, build friendships, play sports, do laser tag, etc., and have a short group discussion. Bring friends whether or not they attend church! We start in Shepherd’s Gym - please enter on the north side. For any questions, email young.adults@sothfamily.org. 


    Young Adults Group Me Link

Missionary Monthly News

Check out the updates from our Missionaries throughout the world. Pray for all missionaries, that the Holy Spirit will open the hearts of the peoples throughout the world to know and hear the love of Jesus and the path to eternal life.  Also pray for the health and safety of all missionaries and their families. To read more about our missionaries, please click here.

Communications and Facilities Requests

Have an event you'd like to have at Shepherd, such as a party, committee meeting, basketball pick-up game, etc.? We now have an easier way to do a Facilities Request: an on-line format! This form is also for events you'd like advertised, such as Dads and Donuts, a Missions Food Drive, the Church Picnic, etc. Using this link helps both you and the Shepherd office cover all avenues of readiness and promotion for a successful event.


Please click HERE to use this form.