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!
Advent Prayer Books
During Advent we are called to prepare our hearts and minds to receive our Savior. Taking time for daily prayer
and time to reflect on God’s Word in the scriptures can help us to be open to the love that God has in store for us. To assist you we
now have available in our churches, The WORD Among Us, (that we have throughout the year), and The Little Blue Book for Advent and Christmas 2025-2026. A freewill offering is encouraged if you take a booklet
Another great way of preparing for Christmas is to go to the Sacrament of Penance. The schedule for individual confessions is
listed on page two of today’s bulletin and on the Weekly Services Page
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
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.
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.
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
