Outreach

We believe that serving is both a passion and a privilege. That’s why we partner with numerous organizations both locally and globally to help meet the needs of others. We’ve identified 4 serving categories that help us to focus our resources and be “narrow and deep” in helping people with physical needs and spiritual needs.

Get Involved with Outreach

Local Outreach

Serve on behalf of Good Shepherd with one of our trusted partners and help meet the needs of people in our own backyard.

Arrowood Mobile Home Community

This ministry is looking for people who are interested in helping with senior citizens, soccer ministry, Spanish ministry, student tutoring and bible studies. This is an on-going partnership reaching both children and adults. Find out more.

Free Little Library

We are looking for children and teen books for several of our community Free Little Libraries. Please drop off book donations at the church front office from 8:30-4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday.

Samaritan’s Feet

Samaritan’s Feet serving on the 2nd Saturday of the month is great family fun for kids 8 and older. Sort or repackage shoes to be shipped to children world-wide and in the Charlotte area. Sign Up or Find Out More.

Nursing Home Bingo

Join us in blessing the residents of Mecklenburg Rehab with Bingo, socializing and prizes for all. We serve on the first Saturday of the month (holiday adjustments) from 9:45 AM – 11:30 AM at Mecklenburg Rehab on Sandy Porter Road. Appropriate for individuals and families with children 8 and older. Sign up or find out more.

Rebound Lunch Serving

We are back in person to prepare and serve lunch at the Rebound Men's Rehabilitation on the first Saturday of the month. We meet at 9:30 AM at the facility and we are currently limited to 10 volunteers. Find out more.

Dove’s Nest Dessert Donations

We provide desserts to the ladies at the  Dove’s Nest Ladies Rehabilitation Center on the first Saturday of the month. Dessert donations can be dropped off in the church front office lobby from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM on the first Saturday of the month. Find out more.

Nursing Home Visitation

Do you have the gift of conversation and want to bless a senior? Share conversation with a selected senior resident at Mecklenburg Rehab. Many residents don’t have family or visitors and would be blessed by your presence.  You can pick your own schedule. Sign up or find out more.

Dove’s Nest Lunch Serving

We are back in person to prepare and serve lunch at the Dove’s Nest Ladies Rehabilitation Center on the first Saturday of the month. We meet at 12 pm at the facility and we are currently limited to 6 volunteers. Find out more.

Room In the Inn

Room in the Inn partners with local churches to house people struggling with homelessness in our community. Good Shepherd hosts neighbors on Friday night/Saturday morning during the colder months of December through March. Find out more.

Short-Term Missions

We want the people of Good Shepherd to have life-changing impacts while serving others...and this includes serving in a short-term missions capacity. We have many opportunities each year, both domestically and internationally, to spread the love of Jesus Christ and the good news of the Gospel message while helping meet people's needs. 

Joni & Friends Family Retreat

8/4/24 - 8/9/24

Bonclarken Resort (Flat Rock, NC)

Cost: $270/person

Joni & Friends retreats provide inclusive worship, biblical teaching, fun, age-appropriate activities, and meaningful connections with families with disabilities. Join Joni and Friends and Good Shepherd volunteers at a five-day Retreat at Bonclarken Resort in Flat Rock, NC. Families will be cared for, encouraged, and rejuvenated in this Christ-centered, accessible camp environment. There are several roles to fill and you will be coached and mentored prior to the event. More info on Joni & Friends.

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Joni & Friends Family Retreat

8/11/24 - 8/16/24

Bonclarken Resort (Flat Rock, NC)

Cost: $270/person

Joni & Friends retreats provide inclusive worship, biblical teaching, fun, age-appropriate activities, and meaningful connections with families with disabilities. Join Joni and Friends and Good Shepherd volunteers at a five-day Retreat at Bonclarken Resort in Flat Rock, NC. Families will be cared for, encouraged, and rejuvenated in this Christ-centered, accessible camp environment. There are several roles to fill and you will be coached and mentored prior to the event. More info on Joni & Friends.

Apply Now.

Red Bird Mission Camp

9/15/24 - 9/20/24

Beverly, KY

Cost: $300/person

Adults and children 14 and older serve the local community in the coal mining country near Beverly, Kentucky.  We will be helping the locals with housing projects such as; roofing, building ramps, porches, painting, landscaping, etc. More info on Red Bird Mission Camp.

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Guatemala (Student Trip)

6/22/24 - 6/28/24

Guatemala City, Guatemala

Cost: $1,100/person

Current high school juniors and seniors will travel to Guatemala City, Guatemala to serve with Give & Teach Ministries. We will assist with building houses, stoves and facilitate a local Vacation Bible experience. Housing will be in the modern Mission home with the team. COVID testing may be required based on current CDC guidelines.

Apply Now. Deadline is 3/20.

Guatemala (Family Trip)

7/20/24 - 7/26/24

Guatemala City, Guatemala

Cost: $1,100/person

Families with children aged 13 and older will travel to Guatemala City, Guatemala to serve with Give & Teach Ministries. We will assist with building houses, stoves and facilitate a local Vacation Bible experience. Housing will be in the modern Mission home with the team. COVID testing may be required based on current CDC guidelines.

Apply Now. Deadline is 3/20.

Guatemala (Adult Trip)

7/27/24 - 8/2/24

Guatemala City, Guatemala

Cost: $1,100/person

Adults will travel to Guatemala City, Guatemala to serve with Give & Teach Ministries. We will assist with building houses, stoves and facilitate a local Vacation Bible experience. Housing will be in the modern Mission home with the team. COVID testing may be required based on current CDC guidelines.

Apply Now. Deadline is 3/20.