Good Shepherd Baptist Church began as a mission project from the University Baptist Church of Seattle in 1960, with Reverend Bernard Turner as our first pastor. We held our first worship services at a local elementary school, quickly growing our congregation. By 1961, 65 founding members signed our charter.
The 1960s were pivotal for growth, thanks to Reverend Turner’s leadership. After his study leave in 1968, Reverend Orval Taylor served as interim minister. In 1971, Reverend Charles Elven joined us, introducing new worship styles and traditions like the Festival of Faith.
Throughout the 1970s, our focus remained on social action, with about 100 active members. We established a Long-Term Task Force, aiming to be a supportive Christian community dedicated to unconditional love. In 1977, we explored a network of house churches but decided to part ways with the House Church Network in 1979.
Reverend Dick Birdsall served as interim minister in 1979, followed by Reverend Bill Painter. In the early 1980s, we faced financial struggles, leading to a transition to lay leadership.
In 2005, M. Christopher Boyer became our pastor, facilitating community outreach projects, including Shepherd’s Garden and Shepherd’s Village. Reverend Boyer’s ministry ended in 2021.
In the winter of 2024, we welcomed our current pastor, Reverend Kenneth Gray from Virginia to lead our congregation. He is an excellent addition to the GSBC family bringing a warm spirit and musical talent to our worship services.
Worship with us
Sunday 10:30 am in person or
Sunday 10:30 am on Facebook
First Saturday of each month at 4:00 p.m.
Sanctuary and Office
6915 196th St SW
Lynnwood, Washington 98036
Contact
Email Pastor Aanenson
aanend@gsbchurch.com
PO Box 1044
Lynnwood WA 98046
425-774-1010