Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Hayesville invites everyone to “Sharing Christmas” this Sunday, November 23, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.This annual event supports local charitable organizations that provide many of life's necessities to the less fortunate. Representatives from area organizations will be present to explain the help they give to those who need it the most. Good Shepherd is located at 495 Herbert Hills Road off Hwy. 64E about 1 mile from Walgreens. Red and green balloons will mark the entrance to the church.

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Hayesville has joined in a new venture: cleaning up a boat ramp and shoreline on beautiful Lake Chatuge. The church is now a partner in the state of North Carolina's “Adopt a Boat Ramp” environmental stewardship program.

The Hayesville community welcomes internationally known speaker The Rev. Dr. Russ Parker, who will be teaching on The Power of Blessing at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church on Saturday October 18. Be blessed and empowered through this rare opportunity with a gifted teacher and healer.

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Hayesville has hired a highly qualified nursery attendant and is expanding its nursery care. Cheryl Notchie will work in the nursery from 7:30 until 12:30 every Sunday, so that young families with children can attend either the 8:00 or the 10:45 service, knowing that their children will be cared for in a safe, happy environment. All children from infancy to age five are welcome.