As we look back on 2025, we give thanks for God’s faithfulness, the ministries we share, and the people who make Shepherd of the Sea a place of welcome, service, and hope.
A Message from Pastor Brad
As I look back on the year 2025, I find myself filled with deep gratitude and hope as I reflect on the life and ministry of Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church. This has been a year of growth, celebration, and faithful generosity — a year in which God has been at work among us in powerful and meaningful ways. One of the clearest signs of God’s work has been the continued growth of our congregation. We have welcomed new partners in ministry, deepened relationships, expanded outreach, and strengthened our sense of shared purpose. Shepherd of the Sea continues to be a place where people are welcomed as they are, loved where they are, and invited to grow in faith, service, and community.
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2025 By the Numbers
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27 new partners welcomed
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40,000+ neighbors served through food pantry
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150+ worship livestreams
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180 gathered for our 50th Anniversary celebration
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88 Sunday Servers supporting worship
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22 AV volunteers supporting hybrid worship
Worship & Welcome
Worship is at the heart of our shared life together, supported by dedicated volunteers who lead, prepare, and welcome.​​​
Sunday Servers: support worship by welcoming worshipers, assisting with Communion, reading Scripture, and helping services run smoothly so the focus remains on worship and hospitality.
Audio Visual Ministry: The AV Ministry supports worship and church events by providing sound, visuals, and live-streaming so people can fully participate in worship both in person and online.
The Altar Guild: prepares the worship space for services and holy days, supporting communion setup and maintaining the sanctuary throughout the church year.
The Music Ministry: leads and supports worship through music, creating meaningful and high-quality musical experiences that enhance worship, foster community, and glorify God across all ages.
Growing in Faith and Community
Worship is at the heart of our shared life together, supported by dedicated volunteers who lead, prepare, and welcome.
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Youth & Children’s Ministry
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SOS Book Club
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WELCA
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Lutheran Men in Mission
These ministries nurture faith across generations and deepen relationships within our congregation.
Caring Ministries
Worship is at the heart of our shared life together, supported by dedicated volunteers who lead, prepare, and welcome.
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Stephen Ministry
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Visitation Team
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Floral Ministry
Serving Beyond our Walls
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Food Pantry:
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643,941 pounds of food distributed
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40,435 individuals served (duplicated count)
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8,573 children
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13,917 adults over age 60
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6,459 individuals served (unique count)
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130 volunteer opportunities offered
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Community Lunch:
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Approximately 8,578 meals served during the year
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Serving an average of 175 people each week
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Lay Evangelist:
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Welcomed 256 new visitors throughout the year, with continued follow-up through emails and texts.
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Celebrated 27 new partners joining the congregation in 2025.
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Inclusiveness:
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​Monthly gatherings with 10–40 attendees
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Connecting Near and Far
Through technology, accessibility, and service partnerships, we extend Christ’s welcome beyond our physical walls.
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Digital Ministry
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ASL Ministry
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Blood Drive
50 Years of
God's Faithfulness
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Praise be to God for 50 years of ministry at Shepherd of the Sea.