Welcome to the Good Shepherd Catholic Community
Welcome to Good Shepherd Catholic Community, a vibrant and loving Catholic parish serving the faithful across four beautiful worship sites: St. Patrick’s in Moravia, St. Patrick’s in Aurora, St. Michael’s in Union Springs, and Our Lady of the Lake in King Ferry.
No matter where you come from, who you are, or where you find yourself on life’s journey, you are welcome here. We believe in the boundless love of God and that we are all members of His family, united in faith, hope, and love.
This is His house—a place of peace, prayer, and fellowship where we come together to celebrate the sacraments, deepen our faith, and support one another. Whether you’re a lifelong Catholic, new to the Church, or simply seeking a place to feel the love of God, you belong here.
We invite you to join us in worship, grow with us in faith, and share in the joy of Christ’s presence in our community. Welcome home!
Veterans Day Prayer
Dear Lord, Today we honor our veterans, worthy men and women who gave their best when they were called upon to
serve and protect their country. We pray that you will bless them, Lord, for their unselfish service in the continual struggle to preserve our freedoms, our safety, and our country’s heritage, for all of us. Bless them abundantly for the hardships they faced, for the sacrifices they made, for their many different contributions to America’s victories over tyranny
and oppression. We respect them, we thank them, we honor them, we are proud of them, and we pray that you will
watch over these special people and bless them with peace and happiness. In Jesus’ name we pray; AmenLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Sunday Collections
Thank you for your generous support of your parish. You can give your financial support either by mailing your contribution envelope to the parish office or by giving electronically through WeShare
View list of second collections
If you receive envelopes, please use them even if you do a monthly donation! It makes less work for the counters if your donation is in an envelope! If you don’t currently receive envelopes but would like them, please contact the office at 315-364-7197 or Robin.Driskel@dor.org. Online donations are even better because they are directly deposited so no need to “count “ them. If you would like more information about WeShare or need assistance setting it up, call the office! Thanks so much! For weeks with special collections, click here
Ecumenical Ladies Luncheon
We are pleased to announce that the Ecumenical Ladies Lunch for Good Shepherd and United Ministries will be held
again this year after being discontinued due to Covid. Please join us for lunch and fellowship on Tuesday, November 11 at noon at the United Ministries. It is a dish to pass but all ladies of the parish are invited to come even if unable to bring a dish. Beverages and dessert will be provided. There are sign-up sheets at the back of the church, so we know how many people to plan for. Please sign up today, November 9, or you can call the office to sign up at 364-7197
Collection Counters Needed
We are in need of volunteers to help count the collections. If you are available to count on Monday mornings once a month, or are
able to sub on occasions. Please call Robin at the parish office. Phone # 315-364-7197.
Every First Sunday of the month we ask you to please take a slip from the Fish Bowl, purchase the item or items and bring them back to the church the next weekend. The items will then be brought to our local food pantries in Union Springs, Moravia, and the KFFP at SCCS.
Parish Cemeteries Annual fall clean up at all Good Shepherd
cemeteries will occur in the first two weeks of November.
All spent flowers and memorial items will be removed. Please remove anything that should not be there through the cold and windy winter.
Thank you, Cemetery Committee and caretakers.
Parishioner Guidance, Information and Referral Ministry
Bl. Solanus Casey Doorway Ministry is our local parishioner assistance ministry helping individuals, couples and families deal with spiritual, emotional and practical concerns impacting their overall wellbeing. The ministry also provides spiritual guidance and resources to those looking to become more intentional in theirdiscipleship. The confidential service is free and coordinated byDeacon Dennis Donahue, a NYS licensed mental health counselor.
To learn more or to schedule an initial phone consult; text or
voicemail Dcn. Dennis at 315 406 1538.
A Bereavement Group will meet on the third Wednesday of the month from 1:30 to 3:00 pm in Schrader Hall, beginning on January 15, 2025 . Each week we discuss a specific topic, usually suggested by the group. There is time for sharing and then a video and discussion time. The topic for January is “Forgiveness”, which might mean the need to forgive ourselves, the deceased, or family members. Contact Bernie Tomasso at 315-246-3440 or berniet8@gmail.com.
Thanksgiving Ecumenical Services
Sunday , November 23 at 2 pm at the King Ferry Presbyterian Church this Sunday, November 23th.
Annual Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service in Union
Springs, Sunday November 23, 7:00PM , at the Seventh
Day Adventist Church. All are welcome.
Faith Formation Resgistration Forms
Advent/Christmas Season Schedule: 2025/2026
As we begin the Season of Advent, I want to share with you the following schedule of Masses and times for the Sacrament of Penance that take place during the Advent/Christmas Season. The sacrament of penance is also available by appointment. Have a Blessed Advent, Father Bill
Sacrament of Penance
St. Michael Church, Union Springs Dec. 6, 13 & 20 from 3:00 p.m. –3:45 p.m.
St. Patrick Church, Aurora Dec. 6, 13 & 20 from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
St. Patrick Church, Moravia Every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 8:20 a.m. (the usual time), and Dec. 8 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Our Lady of the Lake, King Ferry Dec. 5 from 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. (the usual 1st Friday time), and
Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Masses are:
Monday, December 8th at: 9:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, Aurora
5:30 p.m. at St. Patrick Church, Moravia
7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Lake, King Ferry
Christmas Masses:
Christmas Eve, December 24th: 4:00 p.m. St. Patrick, Moravia
6:00 p.m. Our Lady of the Lake, King Ferry
10:00 p.m. St. Patrick, Aurora
Christmas Day, December 25th: 9:00 a.m. St. Michael , Union Springs
