Welcome to the Church of the Good Shepherd
established in 1833
A ministry of the Swedenborgian Church of North America
 CoGS Pastor |
Every journey starts with an open mind, a loving heart, and a fresh pot of coffee! 
We are a Swedenborgian Church - an open and affirming Christian community that welcomes everyone, regardless of background or faith. Rooted in the mystical Christian tradition of Swedenborgianism, we believe that God is Love Itself and Wisdom Itself, reaching out to people through the diverse spiritual paths found across cultures. As a spiritual community, our purpose is not to argue over who holds the truth, but to love one another and walk together in service. Our guiding values are love, honesty, and being of use in the world. |
Hello!
Weekly Events Open To All
| Gathering | Day/Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
 Sunday Service | Every Sunday | 10:30 AM | Sanctuary & Online |
 Guitar Church | First Sunday Of The Month | 10:30 AM | Sanctuary & Online |
 Children's Sunday School | Every Sunday | 10:45 AM | Sunday School Room |
 Community Sunday | Last Sunday of the month | 10:30 AM | Sanctuary |
| Coffee Hour (Spring, Fall, & Winter) | Sundays | ~11:30 AM | Lower Hall |
 Lemonade Hour (Summer) | Sundays | ~11:30 AM | Lower Hall |
| ...and so much more announced in our monthly newsletter, The Tender, like Women’s Retreat and Dinner, Men's Group & Pub Night, Communal Garden, Outreach, Missions, Denominational Events, Book Club, Spiritual Expressions, & More! Sign Up for coffee hour! | |||
Upcoming Special Events
Click on a purple event link for more info or to sign up!| Event | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
 Spiritual Expressions | Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 | 1:30pm | Fireside Room |
 Board Meeting | Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 | 1:30pm | Zoom |
 Women's Luncheon | Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 | ?? | St. Jacobs (Contact Sue to RSVP) |
 Prayer Shawl Meeting | Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 | 2:00pm | Joyce's House |
 Donkey Sanctuary TripCome meet Monte! 'Presentation' starts promptly at 1pm | Sunday, October 19th, 2025 | 1:00pm | Donkey Sanctuary |
 Blessing Of The PetsAcknowledge, thank, and honor your pets! Bring them on leashes/cages, no exceptions! Inspired by St. Francis of Assisi! | Sunday, October 19th, 2025 | ? | Church of the Good Shepherd |
 Women's Retreat | Saturday, October 25th, 2025 | ?? | RSVP with Catherine M. |
 Sunday School Halloween Party & Parade | Sunday, October 26th, 2025 | ?? | CoGS |
 Locavore PotluckBring locally grown/made food to share with your community! | Sunday, October 26th, 2025 | ?? | Church of the Good Shepherd |
 Book Club: One Native Life - Richard Wagamese | Monday, October 27th, 2025 | 1:30pm | Fireside Room |
 Pub Night | Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 | ?? | RSVP with David |
| Prayer Shawl Meeting | Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 | 2:00pm | Joyce's House |
 Shepherd's MarketGet your Christmas shopping done early and support local businesses! If you'd like to be a vendor please e-mail the office! | Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Lower Hall |
| Book Club: Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife - Anna Johnston | Monday, November 24th, 2025 | 1:30pm | Fireside Room |
| Prayer Shawl Meeting | Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 | 2:00pm | Joyce's House |
| Book Club: The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store - James McBride | Monday, December 22nd, 2025 | 1:30pm | Fireside Room |
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Contact Us
We welcome your inquiries, thoughts, and presence. Please feel free to reach out to us or use the form below
Church of the Good Shepherd
116 Queen St N.
Kitchener, ON, N2H 2H7
Phone: (519) 743-3845
Email: office@shepherdsway.ca
: Contact Form
Have a question or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you.