Presbyterian Church of the Good Shepherd
Come and See!810 West Florida Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901
Sunday Services
We have two Sunday Service format: CAYA (Come As You Are) at 9:05 am in Fellowship Hall and a Traditional Service at 10:55 am in the Sanctuary.
Nursey provided for all services.
Our church is fully accessible – no stairs or ramp. Two in 7 households have members with mobility issues.
We live stream on Facebook at 10:55 am and broadcast on YouTube and website by 1:00 pm or sooner.
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The Seasons of the Church
Season of Advent
About Us
The Presbyterian Church of the Good Shepherd (USA) is a growing congregation. We gather together from across the Melbourne/Palm Bay area to witness to the love of God in Jesus Christ. While some are lifelong Presbyterians, some come from other Christian traditions and backgrounds, or no religious background at all. We welcome the seeker, the devout, and the skeptic alike as we gather to learn, serve, and grow as disciples. We are confident you will find a way to experience and share God’s love at Good Shepherd. Come and See! Join Us!
“Serving God and His church with our time, talents and treasure.”
Actions speak louder than words! As Good Shepherds we reflect God’s love through the missions we choose to support. Click here for more information.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
Step In, Lend a Hand, Make a Difference!
Looking for ways to get involved and use your gifts? We’ve got some exciting opportunities for you to be part of something special! Click here for all the opportunities.
Thank you for visiting our website. As pastor of Good Shepherd, it is my hope that you will enjoy it as you learn more about our community of faith. Our doors are wide open to people from all backgrounds, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey. Together, we are striving to become the kind of church described in the Bible, where there is relevant teaching, heart-felt worship, honest friendships, constant prayer, compassionate care for those in need, and many opportunities to serve others. We strive to have the kind of contagious Christianity that can make a difference in our world today.
You are cordially invited to join us this coming Sunday as our church family gathers to draw near to God through Worship.
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Scott
The Deacons are beginning a new ministry, called Deacon of the Month. Jean Jonesis the Deacon of the Month for November and is available to offer care and prayer. Reach out to this deacon directly after worship or call the church office who will pass a message on that you called. The deacon will return your call.
Breaking News!
We are now an Earth Care Congregation! For the complete story, click here.
The Brevard Sharing Center greatly appreciates our donations of food for their food bank! Thank you so much! Currently we have donated 1,873+ pounds. WOW!!!
God Bless you!
Scripture for Sunday, November 23, 2025
Ezekiel 37:1-14
New International Version
Ezekiel 37:1-14 tells the story of a valley filled with dry bones that are brought back to life by God. It is a metaphor for how God can bring spiritual restoration and hope in difficult times, as long as we turn our hearts and minds towards Him. The passage also speaks about faith, reminding us that it is possible to rise up out of challenging moments with courage and hope. Hope is the 1st Sunday in Advent.
The Valley of Dry Bones
37 The hand of the Lord was on me, and he brought me out by the Spirit of the Lord and set me in the middle of a valley; it was full of bones. 2 He led me back and forth among them, and I saw a great many bones on the floor of the valley, bones that were very dry. 3 He asked me, “Son of man, can these bones live?”
I said, “Sovereign Lord, you alone know.”
4 Then he said to me, “Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord! 5 This is what the Sovereign Lord says to these bones: I will make breath[a] enter you, and you will come to life. 6 I will attach tendons to you and make flesh come upon you and cover you with skin; I will put breath in you, and you will come to life. Then you will know that I am the Lord.’”
7 So I prophesied as I was commanded. And as I was prophesying, there was a noise, a rattling sound, and the bones came together, bone to bone. 8 I looked, and tendons and flesh appeared on them and skin covered them, but there was no breath in them.
9 Then he said to me, “Prophesy to the breath; prophesy, son of man, and say to it, ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Come, breath, from the four winds and breathe into these slain, that they may live.’” 10 So I prophesied as he commanded me, and breath entered them; they came to life and stood up on their feet—a vast army.
11 Then he said to me: “Son of man, these bones are the people of Israel. They say, ‘Our bones are dried up and our hope is gone; we are cut off.’ 12 Therefore prophesy and say to them: ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: My people, I am going to open your graves and bring you up from them; I will bring you back to the land of Israel. 13 Then you, my people, will know that I am the Lord, when I open your graves and bring you up from them. 14 I will put my Spirit in you and you will live, and I will settle you in your own land. Then you will know that I the Lord have spoken, and I have done it, declares the Lord.’”
Everyone is invited to experience this special Christmas fellowship. This year’s Dickens’ Dinner and Talent Show will take place on Sunday, December 14th, at 5:00 p.m. We will provide the turkey. Please sign up to bring a side dish or dessert. The sign-up sheets for reservations and dishes will be available after each service. A donation of love will be collected.
Share your talent! Skits and entertainment will be provided by members of our congregation in the Sanctuary after dinner. We are especially looking for those who haven’t shared in the last few years. If you wish to be part of the show, please contact the church office. We look forward to a wonderful evening with our church family!
The Candlelight Service will be at 6 PM on December 24.
Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
Most of us are familiar with the expression “Reason for the Season.” It is usually referring to Christmas, and how some feel we should get back to “the good old days” and celebrate the holiday the way we once did. But is that really what most of these folks want to do?
Instead of whiling away time talking about getting back to “that time”, we should look at the opportunities to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ in the present.
We need to Love Others. We need Seek Justice. We need to Feed His people. We need to Show Kindness. And foremost, we need to Praise God and do what we have been told to do by God and His Son Jesus. GET BACK TO THE BASICS!
Let us then put into action what we think should be part of the “season”: give to those in need. It might be food; it might be attention to those who have no family; it might be warmth: a hug or a blanket; it might be gathering with friends, sharing love, memories, and joy; and most of all, we should praise God, His Son, and the Holy Spirit for giving us the love, understanding, and wisdom to walk in this world and share this love, understanding, and wisdom with all we meet.
MERRY CHRISTMAS
DailyBread, Inc. is becoming Providence Connects. They are currently in need of liquid laundry detergent, tents, and tarps. They have a wish list at their site Donate Supplies | Daily Bread Inc. We know you have been supporting The South Brevard Sharing Center with non-perishable food, but we are asking you to consider giving some of the things in the Wish List for Daily Bread folks. We will have a laundry basket in the narthex for these items. You can ready more in our Summer 2025 newsletter at dailybreadinc.org/about
Legacy Group
The Legacy Group will not meet in
December, but join us on Wednesday,
January 14 at noon in the Fellowship
Hall. Please bring a bag lunch and a
drink. This group is for widows, widowers and partners of deceased persons. All who have lost a spouse or partner are welcome to attend. It doesn’t matter how much time has gone by since the loss. This is a caring group, wanting to support each other. Please call the church for reservations and/or more information. This is a support group where we can help each other with friendship and conversation.
ADULTS!
Are you interested in an interesting study group?
All are welcome!
Science and Faith Meetings
Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Topic: At this meeting, we will wrap up our examination of the date of the Exodus. There will also be a short presentation on Assyrian monuments that mention people, places, and events of the Old Testament.
During and after the meeting we will have some great discussions. Join us for some insightful conversation and learning.
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5 cents per meal
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATIONGot Kids?
Every child has a story. God is dealing with every kid, regardless of how many times they come to church. Treat every Sunday like it is the only Sunday that some kid has. Did they hear about Jesus? Did they feel loved? Did someone ask about them? Nurture these precious children! Whether they are wee little ones or teenagers, we have programs for them all!
Nursery provided for all services.
The Music Program
Good Shepherd holds a Christmas Eve Service every year. It is a celebration that the church enjoys: the singing of carols, the ringing of the bells, the telling of the Christmas Story, and the camaraderie in the sanctuary.
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Our Mission
At the Presbyterian Church of the Good Shepherd
Our mission is to help connect people to faith
A Shepherd leads, cares for, and loves his sheep. The sheep know the voice of their shepherd, they follow him, and him alone. Even the lost lamb is found and carried in the loving arms of his caregiver. At the Presbyterian Church of the Good Shepherd we listen to the voice of the Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ; we follow the will of our creator God; we are empowered to be obedient sheep through the Holy Spirit. Jesus commanded us to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love one another as he has loved us. That’s our challenge – lead, care for, love, and bring home God’s children. We invite you to join us as we journey and grow in our community of obedient and loving sheep under the care of the Good Shepherd.
Sheep know the voice of their shepherd. If you would like to learn more about the language of sheep, click here. We watched part of this video in a sermon. Watch it all here! COME AND SEE! BAA, BAA, BAA!
Sunday’s Worship
“Bones of the Past”
November 30, 2025
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