Martha’s Vineyard Neighborhood Convention
An interfaith gathering of laity and clergy committed to fellowship and service on Martha’s Vineyard. Meetings are held in a variety of houses of worship for inspirational and informative programs on the first Tuesday of each month, beginning at 11:00 am from October to June. Each person brings a bag lunch and the host church serves beverages and dessert. The entire offering received each month is directed to Island charities.
It is the oldest interdenominational group on the Island, founded November 13, 1894 as a “neighborly meeting” to promote better relationships among all the congregations. Good Shepherd Parish hosts the May event at the Parish Center.
For more information contact our Member at Large, Barbara Bennett, 508-693-1897.
Parish Missions/Retreats
Various parish missions and retreats are held throughout the year. Check the parish bulletin and Facebook page (FrMichael Good Shepherd) for scheduled dates and times.
Some summer favorites are:
Fr. Edward Beck
Tom Booth
Deb O’Hara Rusckowski (and Sisters of Life)
Fr. Andy O’Reilly
And within our Brazilian community: Lenten Retreat
Family Concerts/Praise and Worship Nights
On Sunday, August 5, 2018 we held a family friendly concert with Chris Muglia at St. Augustine Church, Vineyard Haven at 6:30 pm, prior to Catholic Youth Day 2018.
Praise and Worship nights were held in June/July 2018 following the 5 pm Mass at St. A’s with our visiting summer musicians, including Thomas Muglia, MaryAnne Muglia, Dominic Smith and Ben Cortez.
Pilgrimages
Medjugorie Pilgrimage
The Good Shepherd Parish Pilgrimage Group went on a 9 day pilgrimage to Medjugorie, Sept 29-Oct 7, 2019. They experienced it’s Beauty, Spirituality and Peace and shared our faith with thousands of pilgrims from around the world, including an overnight stay on Apparition Hill where our Lady first appeared and continues to appear, prayed the stations of the cross as they climbed Mount Krizevac, spent time with the visionaries (depending on availability) and visited the community of Cenacolo.
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There is no pilgrimage planned for 2020. Previous Marian Pilgrimages offered through Good Shepherd Parish ventured to Holy Land, Sept. 2018; Mexico, October 2017; Italy, September 2016, and Europe, April 2015.
Blessing of the Motorcycles
Fr. Michael Nagle bestows a blessing of the two-wheeled variety at the Oak Bluffs Steamship Authority on a Sunday in May at noon.
Photo by Jaxon White, MV Gazette
All motorcycles are welcome to take part in the annual blessing of this fleet of cycles.
Community Breakfasts
Check bulletin for next planned breakfast.
Chef Joe Capobianco and crew serve a delicious breakfast of scrambled eggs, pancakes or French toast, sausage, bacon, potatoes, fruit salad, Danish, toast, bagels, muffins, and beverages in the hall at St. Augustine’s Church, VH.
For more information call the Parish Office 508-693-0342; to help cook, serve or cleanup, contact Joe Capobianco 508-274-1170, joecappy@goodshepherdmv.com
4th of July Lobster Roll Sale (Fundraiser)
Held annually during the Fourth of July festivities in Edgartown. Stop by St. Elizabeth’s Church and purchase our famous lobster rolls! Sales begin at 12 noon on the lawn.
Volunteers are needed for one-hour shifts in food prep (day before), sales, service and/or cleanup.
To volunteer, call the Parish Office 508-693-0342; or contact Joe Capobianco 508-274-1170, joecappy@goodshepherdmv.com
Tisbury Street Fair (Fundraiser)
Held annually July 8th on Main Street, Vineyard Haven. Malasadas (fried dough) are sold from 6:30-8 pm. You can help cook and sell Malasadas; or make/donate a batch of dough by picking up a recipe and bucket available inside all the church entrances a few weeks beforehand. 
For more information call the Parish Office 508-693-0342; or to volunteer contact Joe Capobianco 508-274-1170, joecappy@goodshepherdmv.com
Blessing of the Animals
This custom is conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures.
On or about October 4th, his feast day, we hold a special blessing of the animals at St. Augustine’s Church. (date and time to be announced)
Halloween Celebration
SAVE THE DATE: October 31st from 4 to 8 pm. Good Shepherd Parish hosts its annual Halloween Celebration at St. Augustine’s Hall. This is a no-charge event. Prizes and surprises are awarded for best costumes and themes. In addition, there will be snacks and a light supper of hot dogs and soup, as well as other refreshments for revelers of all ages. This celebration provides a safe and warm environment for all the Trick or Treaters and an opportunity for their accompanying adults to take a break from their rounds. Glow sticks are provided.
Many island businesses support us in this endeavor, making it a great success. To volunteer or donate, contact Joe Capobianco 508-274-1170, joecappy@goodshepherdmv.com
Christmas Tea & Raffle (Fundraiser)
Annual social and fundraising event is held on the second Sunday of December, from 1:00-4:00 pm in St. Augustine’s hall, Vineyard Haven. Finger sandwiches, desserts and beverages are served.
Take a chance on the Grand Prize, 50/50 Cash Prize, Gift Cards, Table Centerpieces, or various Theme Baskets for men, women, children and pets. (Gift Certificates, Hand-made items, Crafts, and Non-perishable food items) Theme Basket Offerings: Fisherman’s Find – Let’s Bake Cookies – Games Galore – Photo/Scrap Book Memories – Mighty Fine – Car Detail – New Year’s Eve Party Bucket – Movie Madness – Sports Buff – Nautical – Chocolate Everything!
The donations that we receive help to make this Annual Social and Fundraising event possible. It’s a fun way to support our parish.
For more information contact Bernice Lopes in the Parish Office 508-693-0342, bernicelopes@goodshepherdmv.com