Five Episcopal Congregations in the Oranges founded The House of the Good Shepherd in 1882.  A 20-room rental home launched our humble beginnings.  By 1890, a new home was built on Henry Street and housed 36 women until the 1960's.  In 1966, we purchased a wooded, 15-acre site which afforded us room to grow.

Today, our community inspires natural serenity and provides the perfect haven for enjoying life to the fullest.