Good Shepherd (Diocese of Charlotte)
Good Shepherd is in North Carolina (United States) and is part of the Diocese of Charlotte.
It is dedicated to Good Shepherd.
| Good Shepherd | |
| Dedication: | Good Shepherd |
| Venerated Saints: | |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Charlotte |
| Deanery: | Piedmont Deanery |
| Address: | 105 Good Shepherd Drive, King, NC 27021 |
| Coordinates: | 36.288784, -80.362318 |
| City: | King, NC |
| Subdivision: | North Carolina |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Stokes County |
| Website: | https://goodshepherdcatholicmission.com/ |
| Founded: | 1987 |
| School: | No |
| Email: | goodshepherdking@rcdoc.org |
History
Good Shepherd Catholic Mission in King, North Carolina, was established in 1987 to serve the Catholic community in the northern part of Stokes County. Initially starting as a mission of St. Benedict's Catholic Church in Greensboro, Good Shepherd has grown to become an independent parish. The church was built to cater to both the local and the growing Hispanic population in the area, offering services in both English and Spanish. The mission's foundation reflects the broader expansion of Catholic outreach in rural North Carolina during the late 20th century, aiming to bring spiritual guidance to areas with previously limited access to Catholic services.[1]
Special features
- **Bilingual Services**: Offers Mass in both English and Spanish, catering to a diverse congregation.
- **Community Gatherings**: Known for its community events that bring together parishioners for fellowship and spiritual growth.
- **Outreach Programs**: Engages in various community outreach efforts, including food drives and other charitable activities.
- **Rural Spirituality**: Emphasizes the spiritual life in a rural setting, with a focus on community and personal faith development.