MCC of the Gentle Shepherd

History of MCC of the Gentle Shepherd

On Oct. 6, 1968, The Rev. Troy Perry conducted the first Metropolitan Community Church worship service in Southern California. Since that day, MCC has grown into a global movement proclaiming the Good News of God’s love for all people.

Today, as self-aware and self-affirming Christians, we reclaim the fullness of our humanity, including our spirituality. We find great truths in the religious tradition, and we find that our encounter with God is transformational and healing. Gentle Shepherd is proud to be a Metropolitan Community Church.

Join us Sunday afternoons at 1 p.m. to renew your spirit.

Upcoming Events
(All are welcome to attend)

Saturday, May 26: The monthly Walking With Jesus event begins with a gathering at 11 a.m. (Those wanting to carpool from the church, please be at the church between 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.). This first walk will follow the Lacamas Heritage Trail with its many wildflowers and beautiful views. Download this pdf version of the map to the trailhead. We will meet at the Goodwin Road trailhead for a quick BYO sack lunch and then walk southeast along the shores of Lacamas Lake. Parking is usually in short supply so please plan to carpool as much as possible. For more information, please contact Ken or Keri.

Wednesday, May 30: We will hold a Sup and Meet at 6:30 p.m. immediately followed by a Taize' worship service beginning at 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jun.30: The monthly Walking With Jesus event begins with a gathering at 11 a.m.

Saturday, Jul.14: The annual Lyle's Myles event will be held in conjunction with Vancouver's Saturday in the Park. Check back soon for more details.

Saturday, Jul.28: The monthly Walking With Jesus event begins with a gathering at 11 a.m.

Ongoing weekly activities at the church

Sunday: Church service at 1 p.m.

Monday: Gay NA Rainbow Circle from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tuesday: Martha's Pantry from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Wednesday: Sup and Meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

Thursday: Martha's Pantry from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 

Friday: Gay NA Rainbow Circle from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday: Gay AA from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.