August 24, 2025

Dear Parish Family:

Thank you to everyone who helped make our 2025 Parish Picnic Fun and Fantastic.   Thanks to all the parish ministries and organizations who set up tables to tell the story of their group, the Lower Paxton Variety Band, our BINGO workers, parish staff, our kitchen crew who outdid themselves once again, and everyone who brought a dessert or side dish to share.   It was a wonderful afternoon to celebrate our community as a parish family.  

Hopefully, you have had the chance to review our 2025-2026 Parish Calendar that was mailed to all parishioners earlier this month.   It gives an overview of the good news and good works happening here at Good Shepherd.   There are many opportunities, events, and programs to help us know, grow, and show our faith.   May God bless the year ahead with His grace and favor.

While most students are back in school already, the typical end of summer is Labor Day weekend.  After Labor Day, things that took a summer hiatus usually pick up again.  It’s the same for a parish.  This week, we will be putting some “final touches” on things and making final preparations for “lift off” to a future filled with grace and hope.   It’s an exciting time, and so much to look forward to as we give thanks for all that has been and open our hearts to all that will be. 

Love and prayers,
Father Neil Sullivan