Good Shepherd Church in Owatonna

Build Your Own Bouquet
2026-05-16 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Good Shepherd Owatonna, 2500 7th Ave NE, Owatonna, MN, 55060, United States
Saturday, May 16
9:30-11:00AM
Our Moms Group is hosting this FREE “Build Your Own Bouquet” event. Come to church with your own vase and enjoy some muffins, juice, and coffee. Spend time connecting with friends and making new ones. Afterward, head home with your own unique floral creation!
REGISTER HERE

Evening Walk with Women at the Well
2026-05-18 08:00 - 17:00
Mondays in May at 6:30PM
Meet in the Good Shepherd Parking Lot
Let’s move together!
Join your leader, Kris Duerr, for a short devotion followed by a walk with friends. This group will meet in the church parking lot. The group will decide how far/long to walk. Plan on no more than 60-90 minutes for devotion, prayer, and walking.
All women are welcome. If you wish to receive updates in case of inclement weather or schedule changes, please register HERE.

Evening Walk in May
2026-05-25 08:00 - 17:00

Potluck
2026-05-31 11:00 - 13:00
Sunday, May 31 at 11:00AM
We will provide burgers and hot dogs. Bring a side dish to share and your appetite!

Serve Sunday
2026-05-31 12:30 - 14:30
May 31
12:30-2:30PM
We’re giving love to our community on May 31. See all the local serving opportunities for families, individuals, and groups to serve:
• Playground or Park Cleanup
• Plant flowers
• Trail Painting at parks and schools
• Handyman Help for Healthy Seniors
• Big Brother/Sister for a Day
• Highway Cleanup
• Healthcare Collaborative: a special opportunity for licensed doctors, dentists, and nurses
Visit the table in the Gathering Area to ask questions, learn more, and sign up!
Questions? Contact Pastor Greg HERE

Senior Blessing Service
2026-06-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Good Shepherd Owatonna, 2500 7th Ave NE, Owatonna, MN, 55060, United States
A Special Worship Service Celebrating our Graduates
Sunday, June 7 at 10:00AM

Culvers Night
2026-06-08 17:00 - 20:00
Eat at Culver’s, raise money for Youth programs!
Monday, June 8 from 5:00-8:00PM

Young Adult Bible Study
2026-06-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Good Shepherd Owatonna, 2500 7th Ave NE, Owatonna, MN, 55060, United States
For Young Adults 18-30
6:30PM in the Social Hall

Book Club: Women at the Well
2026-08-03 19:00 - 21:00
Women at the Well Book Club
Monday, August 3 at 7:00PM
We’re discussing Theo of Golden by Allen Levi.
ATTENTION READERS!! Would you like to join a group of women who love Jesus and like to read? This group meets monthly to discuss a book from a Christian perspective. As a member of the group, you will help select the books we will read together.
The group gathers in the discussion leader’s home from 7:00 – 9:00PM.
You will receive an email with the address after you register
Register HERE or at our display in the Gathering Area. If you’ve registered in the past, you don’t need to register again, but remember to go to Jen’s house!

Run Baby Run
2026-08-08 07:30 - 11:00
A race event for the whole family with a 5K, 10K and one mile stroll, beginning at the Rice County Fairgrounds following a marked route. All proceeds benefit Pregnancy Options LifeCare Center. Pregnancy Options provides a life-affirming place for women to receive support.
REGISTER HERE
Join our team when you register: Good Shepherd Striders

Senior Pastor Installation
2026-08-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Good Shepherd Owatonna, 2500 7th Ave NE, Owatonna, MN, 55060, United States
Sunday, August 9 at 2:00PM
Celebrate the Installation of Dan Borkenhagen as our Senior pastor.
A light reception will follow the installation service.

Serve at the Fair
2026-08-18
We’re serving at the Aurora Diner on the first day of the Steele County Free Fair. This serving event raises funds for our Youth Ministry programs.
This volunteer event is only taking signups at the Welcome Center. Sign up by Sunday, August 16.

The Big Launch
2026-08-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Good Shepherd Owatonna, 2500 7th Ave NE, Owatonna, MN, 55060, United States
Music, Games, S’mores, and ROCKETS!
We’re kicking off our Fall Ministries and celebrating the year with a BIG LAUNCH!

Youth Groups
2026-09-09 | Good Shepherd Owatonna, 2500 7th Ave NE, Owatonna, MN, 55060, United States
Youth Groups start WEDNESDAY, September 9:
Grades 5 & 6: 6:15 – 7:15PM
Confirmation: 6:30-7:15PM
Grades 7-12: 7:15-8:30PM
REGISTER HERE

New Service Times
2026-09-13
Starting THIS FALL on Sunday, September 13 (the Sunday after Labor Day):
The 8:30AM Hymn Service will move to 8:15AM
The 10:00AM Worship Service will move to 10:15AM
Learn more about our Fall Service Time Changes HERE

Sunday School
2026-09-13 | Good Shepherd Owatonna, 2500 7th Ave NE, Owatonna, MN, 55060, United States
Sunday School begins September 13 at 8:15AM or 10:15AM.
Children begin worship with their family and are dismissed to Sunday School on the lower level after the Children’s Message.
REGISTER HERE

New Member Seminar
2026-09-19 09:00 - 14:00
Saturday, September 19
9:00AM – 2:00PM
Are you ready to partner with us in ministry? Learn more about church membership at Good Shepherd and ask the pastors all your questions.
Lunch will be provided. Child care provided upon request.
REGISTER HERE
