About our church
The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd is located in beautiful New Fairfield, CT along the Western side of Candlewood Lake. It is a joyous and caring gathering of God’s flock who receive the steadfast grace, mercy, and peace of their Good Shepherd through the holy Word and Sacraments. As recipients of Jesus’ love, the saints of Good Shepherd seek to support, encourage, and love their neighbor through works of service and the proclamation of the Gospel.
About Our Pastor
Rev. Philip Bartelt earned his Bachelor of Arts in theology, philosophy, and biblical languages at Concordia University, Irvine, and he earned his Master of Divinity at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne. He has served as the Missionary at Large for the Atlantic District in Brooklyn, NY, and is now blessed to serve as the parish pastor of the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. Philip, his wife Jaclyn, and his daughter Anastasia live in New Fairfield and spend their time reading, going on walks, and playing board games.
