Meetups & Things
Upcoming EVENTS
We believe in time spent with God, with others, and serving others.
Join us as we gather with our church body and our community in these upcoming events.
Youth Christmas Party
🎄✨ Youth Christmas Party at Good Shepherd! 🎄✨
Calling all 6th to 12th graders! It’s time to deck the halls and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with friends, food, and festive fun. Join us for a night packed with a mouth-watering dinner, wild games, caroling karaoke, and laugh-out-loud Christmas crafts! 🎤🎨
Whether you’re a regular, go to another church, or don’t attend one at all—EVERYONE is welcome! So bring your friends and let’s make this a night to remember. Wear your most ridiculous, over-the-top Christmas outfit and get ready for some holiday cheer!
🎁 Best part? It’s completely FREE! But don’t forget to register so we have plenty of food for everyone.
Got questions? Reach out to Stephanie McArthur at stephanie@gslcirvine.org.
Youth Winter Camp
Ready to slide down a snow-covered tube run? Encounter Jesus? Deepen friendships with students in your Youth Group?
Junior High & High School Combo Winter Camp is THE place for 6-12th grade campers to get away from the academic and social pressures and instead focus on their identity in Christ. Students will discover who God has made them to be through teaching from God’s Word, small group discussions, and relevant worship.
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Parents are responsible for transportation to Forest Home. Church will provide transportation from Forest Home back to Church on Monday, January 20.
Cost is $500 per student - 50% and full scholarships available to families in need.
For families who are financially able, we are looking for sponsors to cover the partial cost for our Youth Leaders to attend.
For additional questions, contact Stephanie McArthur at stephanie@gslcirvine.org.
Youth Friendsgiving
Hey, 6th to 12th graders! Get ready for an epic Thanksgiving feast with your friends—old and new! Whether you call Good Shepherd home, attend another church, or don’t usually do church, you're totally welcome here. We’ll have a mouthwatering spread, drool-worthy desserts, awesome games, and a night of worship that’ll leave you feeling grateful and energized.
The best part? It’s FREE! Just make sure to register so we have plenty of food for everyone!
Don’t miss out—and bring your friends along for the ride!
For additional questions, contact Stephanie McArthur at stephanie@gslcirvine.org.
Youth Halloween Bowling
Calling all 6th through 12th graders—it’s time to celebrate Halloween with a night of strikes, spares, and spooky costumes! Grab your friends (whether they go to another church or don’t attend one at all—they’re totally welcome!) and join us for an epic night of bowling, pizza, and prizes for the best costumes. ️
Details:
- Date & Time: Sunday, October 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
- Location: Irvine Lanes
- Cost: $10 per student (covers bowling, shoes, pizza, and soda)
- Prizes: Dress up in your best costume and you could win awesome prizes!
⚠️ Reminder: There will be no on-campus Youth Group on this date.
Youth Night of Worship
Join us for an unforgettable Youth Worship Night on the first Sunday of October! This event is designed for youth to engage in intentional worship through music, writing, prayer, and other creative expressions. It's a powerful opportunity to connect with God and each other in a meaningful way.
Whether you're part of our church or another, everyone is welcome, so feel free to bring a friend! Let's come together to lift our voices, share our hearts, and experience God's presence in a fresh and transformative way. Register now to reserve your spot!
Fall Kick Off
Join us on Sunday, September 8, as we kick off the Fall Season at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & Preschool! It's a day to celebrate the return of all our beloved ministries—Confirmation, Bible Study, and FLOCK Sunday School are back in full swing, along with some exciting new gatherings for the fall.
But the fun doesn’t stop there! Stick around after worship for an all-church community event. We’ll be enjoying lunch together, followed by games and activities for all ages. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with old friends and make new ones as we head into this new season.
To help us plan accordingly, we kindly ask that you register in advance so we can ensure there’s plenty of food for everyone.
Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you there!
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8:00 am // Traditional Worship
9:10 am // Jr High Confirmation, High School Bible Study & Adult Bible Study
10:00 am // Contemporary Worship
11:15 am // Lunch & Community Fun
Youth Ultimate Game Night
Join us for an epic start to the 2024-25 Youth Group season! All 6th through 12th graders are invited to our first night filled with fun, food, and games. We'll kick things off with a delicious dinner before diving into an action-packed evening of Nerf games, including capture the flag and much more!
This is the perfect opportunity to hang out with friends, meet new ones, and enjoy a night of laughter and excitement. Don't forget to invite your friends—this is a night you won't want to miss!
Youth Half Nighter
Continue the summer fun at our Youth Half-Nighter!
All incoming 6th through 12th grade students are headed across Orange County for mini golf, bowling, Broomball & more — all transportation, food, and activities included for just $75. Scholarships are available to ensure everyone can join in the fun. Spots are limited, so sign up ASAP!
5:30 pm Drop Off at Boomers Irvine
11:30 pm Parent Pick Up from Good Shepherd
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For additional information, contact Stephanie McArthur at stephanie@gslcirvine.org.
5% All Church Serve: Marine Deployment Bags
The Bible calls each of us to serve – within our church, within the community and throughout the world. As part of our commitment to the 5% Life, we acknowledge spending 2% of our year in service - and we invite you to join us in doing so!
For the month of June, all ages are invited to join us in putting together 100 Deployment Bags for the Marines in the 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines. Every 6-8 months a battery from the 2/11 Battalion at Camp Pendleton is designated for overseas duty for 6-8 months, usually to Okinawa Japan. The trip to Japan is a long journey and we want to send them off well! Join us on the Church Patio between services on Sunday, June 30 to create these packages and write a thank you note to the Marines serving our country.
Student Leadership Meeting
Learn what it means to be a leader by joining our Student Leadership Team! All 6th through 12th grade students are invited to take a role in creating meaningful and engaging opportunities for our congregation. Our 2024 focuses will be a Youth Led Sunday and Vacation Bible School.
Family Life Groups
Each Sunday Night, families with birth through High School age kids join together for Family Life Groups! While our Jr High and High School students attend Youth Group, and time in community with games and fun for the kids, parents get to experience encouragement, prayer, and support while studying the Bible.