Using our discipleship model “The Vine”, children of all ages are encouraged to grow as disciples of Jesus through age appropriate, fun and interactive programs, fellowship groups and classes. Click here to learn more.

Good Shepherd Preschool is a NAEYC accredited program achieving level 4 of Paths to Quality by the Early Childhood Alliance. We have one of the most diverse programs in the city, offering extended care for families that need flexible schedules. Our staff is committed to not only the spiritual growth of the children, but to process of preparing them for a successful academic future as well. Click here to learn more about the school and extended care program.

Children are provided a number of special events and program to participate in that will provide a rich environment of learning while having fun with stories, crafts, music and fellowship. Click here to learn more about these events.

• Choirs
• Dance
• Drama

Cub Scout Pack 3419, chartered by Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, has been in existence since 1968. All boys, from 1st through 5th grade, are welcome to join us, regardless of race, creed, color or national origin. Financial assistance is also available. Our Pack vision is to develop resourceful, independent, responsible and gracious young men, fostered in an atmosphere of safety and fun. Please click here to find out more about us, including contact information for Pack leadership.

Good Shepherd UMC sponsors a Boy Scout Troop from the Anthony Wayne Council. Troop 419 has a rich history with Good Shepherd and offers some of the best quality scouting around. Any boy from 5th grade to age 18 is invited to be involved. The scouting program at Good Shepherd prides itself with motivating boys to think and do for themselves. Campouts, fundraisers, and meetings are the result of what the boys have decided to do and they are intensively involved with planning, setting up, and clean-up. Service hours are a major part of the troop on a group and individual level. The boys at Troop 419 step up to the plate without second thoughts to help others. Johnny Appleseed Festival, David Rogers’ Days, and Matea Park Renaissance Festival are just some of the fundraisers the boys are involved in. Our best seller comes from the apple cider we press ourselves for demonstration and consumption, and kettle cinnamon caramel corn the boys pop themselves in an old-fashioned black iron kettle. Our lineage boasts many Eagle Scouts who continue to be involved and help maintain the integrity of the program. Come be a part of the Boy Scout Troop 419! We would be proud to know you!