Good Shepherd Parish Roman Catholic

I’ve been coming to this church since 1987. Though I’m not exactly the best practicing catholic, the church will always have a special place in my heart. I had my first communion, confession, confirmation… and also got married here. GS community is very welcoming and those involved are very dedicated in helping with running the church. There are many church programs & organizations within the church that people can join (prayer group, marriage prep classes, bible study, catholic women’s group, knights of columbus, youth group, choir, etc.).
I have always loved the simple & timeless elegant décor of the church. It is absolutely beautiful! They added florescent lights so it isn’t as dark as it used to be. When I got married at the church couple years ago, it was an extremely easy and pleasant experience as well. I would do it here again in a heartbeat!
Mass is pretty much everyday, but most can only make it for weekends.
Saturday: 4:30 p. m
Sunday: 9:00 a. m, 10:30 a. m, 12 noon
Mon, Tues, Wed, & Fri: 8:30 a. m
Thursday: 12 noon

I grew up in this church and started practising again because of the strength of the noon mass musicians. Looking back on 10 years ago I’m sad to see that not much has changed or evolved. The interior is stark with its 70’s concrete walls and odd orientation of the sanctuary. The preaching is still abstract and sometimes odd (the homily on the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God was about recycling). There are too many visiting Jesuits, which is a shame because when the pastor himself preaches it is solid and down to earth and practical. The musicians have not changed their repertoire in over 10 years which is another shame because many in the choir have a lot of talent.