Welcome to Shepherd of the Hills and Holy Trinity Lutheran! We hope you will choose to stay and explore our site to learn more about us here from the Holy Shepherd Parish. We have two locations where we gather together to praise the Lord and hear from His Word.

May 23, 2020

Dear Friends,

Only two weeks ago, our county was given the go ahead to lessen restrictions in the Yellow Phase. As of now, the data we have on new cases, etc. reflects where we were with transmission two weeks ago. We will not know how well we have gone through the yellow phase for at least another two weeks. It is my belief that it is too soon to gather for worship in our building and do it safely. We simply do not have enough data to make that decision wisely.

I do so very much grieve not being able to worship our God—the Giver of Life—together in person. I miss seeing all of you so much! However, to jump back into worship is reckless and inconsiderate of our folks whose health is already compromised by age or illness. We are in this for the long haul TOGETHER. And God will get us through!

We trust the Holy Spirit to guide our leadership to use wisely the data and recommendations provided by the medical and science communities. We are called to be good stewards not just financially, but also, to steward the health and wellbeing of our congregations, communities and neighbors.

At this point, Holy Shepherd Parish will continue with our plans to hold drive-in worship on the Day of Pentecost—May 31st at Holy Trinity beginning at 11 a.m. We are firm in requiring all who attend must stay in their vehicles—this is not optional. We will also continue to offer virtual worship each week found right here on this page.

This pattern of drive-in worship every other week (as weather permits) and virtual worship every week will continue, until our councils determine that it is relatively safe for our most vulnerable members.

Come, Holy Spirit, come! We desperately need you to energize us so that we may continue to do the ministry for which we have been called, no matter how that may look. Amen.

With deepest gratitude for your faith, patience and forbearance,
~Pastor Vicki