Many churches pay respect to their most senior members, but Good Shepherd Episcopal Hayesville makes an effort to keep them involved in the active life of the parish. On June 17, 35 senior members, along with former Rector John Rice, were honored at a luncheon in the Parish Hall, with an international menu...

When the parishioners of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Hayesville gathered in their parish hall on May 16 for the second annual Parade of Tables and Silent Auction, they raised over $6,000 to allocate to organizations in Clay, Cherokee, Towns, and Union counties. The event typified...

According to Rector Dr. Bill Breedlove, “Advance planning for the end-of-life can be very helpful and comforting to those who suddenly find themselves grieving, God forbid, the loss of a loved one.” Father Bill urges Good Shepherd parishioners and other members of the community to “consider attending this class and following through with developing or re-examining an existing end-of-life plan as a gift from you to your loved ones.”

To observe Holy Week, the choir of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Hayesville will perform the cantata “Once Upon a Tree,” at 6 pm Sunday, April 13, in the church sanctuary. A reception will follow. Holy Week services are scheduled throughout the week before Easter Sunday.