Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS  Cheri E., recovering after open heart surgery; Leah E., the Chapman’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan M.’s dad, undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer;  Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† LEADING WORSHIP THIS MORNING  Thank you to Bruce Sletten who is leading our worship service and Adult Bible Class this morning!

† ROCK –  ROLLING OUT CHRIST’S KINGDOM  Summer is here and we have started our NEW Wednesday evening children’s event.  We will meet every Wednesday night through July 23 starting at 6:00 pm for dinner, small group bible study, and fun.  The activities will conclude at 7:30 pm.  All women are invited to join Rhonda Nicholas for a women’s Bible study while the children are busy.  All students from Kindergarten to Seniors are welcome to join. Tell a friend and come join us.  Please feel free to contact Donya M. with any questions or concerns.

† VBS – EPIC AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE is scheduled for Sunday, July 27 through  Thursday, July 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  Student registration is NOW OPEN, and we can’t wait to know who will be joining us for the fun this summer! Student registration pages are available in the Christian Education area outside the sanctuary if you prefer to complete a printed form.  Or you may register at https://vbsmate.com/events/gslcarthage/30913.  If you are  interested in helping with VBS, please complete the form available in the narthex.  If you have any questions you can contact Kayla H, khyland23@gmail.com.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The Summer Portals of Prayer are available on the              information table in the Narthex.

† VISION HELP  Having trouble seeing?  Glasses not working anymore?  Join us Thursday, July 19, at 1pm for education on age related vision loss at Immanuel in Lockwood, MO.  Audrey Schnelle Poore, a low vision occupational therapist, will be providing education on various tips to improve safety, independence, and make life less frustrating.  There is a flyer on the round table in the narthex.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Cheri E., recovering after open heart surgery; Leah E., the Chapman’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan M’s dad, undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer;  Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† RUMMAGE SALE  The Fellowship Committee will be having a rummage sale at the church this coming Friday and Saturday from 7:00 am – 1:00 pm.  All   proceeds will go toward Fellowship activities and decorations.  Donation items can be brought to the church this week.  Please come and join us for the sale and see what treasures you can find.  Contact Donya M., if  you have any questions.

† ROCK – ROLLING OUT CHRIST’S KINGDOM  Summer is here and we have started our NEW Wednesday evening children’s event.  We will meet every Wednesday night through July 23 starting at 6:00 pm for dinner, small group bible study, and fun.  The activities will conclude at 7:30 pm.  All women are invited to join Rhonda N. for a women’s Bible study while the children  are busy.  All students from Kindergarten to Seniors are welcome to join. Tell a friend and come join us.  Please feel free to contact Donya M. with any  questions or concerns,.     

† MEALS ON WHEELS  Thanks to everyone who helped with delivering meals last week.  What a great way to help our community.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The Summer Portals of Prayer are available on the information table in the Narthex.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Cheri E., recovering after open heart surgery; Leah E., the Chapman’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan M.’s dad, undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer;  Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† MISSOURI DISTRICT OFFERING  More than 40 years ago, the Missouri District established an endowment to provide scholarships for university and seminary students from our state who were preparing for professional church work vocations.  This school year, that same fund provided aid to 62 students. Praise God!  As we prepare for our upcoming convention, congregations will be praying for the proceedings and taking a special offering today to help strengthen the Missouri District’s scholarship endowment.  Our convention theme—”Bold Hope in Christ”—is a fitting reminder of how we can confidently work together in His kingdom for His glory.  Thank you for your support

† BREAKFAST IN THE PARK  LWML invites all ladies of the congregation to attend Breakfast in the Park this Saturday starting at 9:30 am.  Our “park” setting will be the church lawn, weather permitting.  Please RSVP on the sign-up sheet in the narthex.  Hope to see you there!

† TREASURER NOTE  For the 5 months ended this May, our paid expenses totaled $99,044 while our income totaled $93,632, leaving us with a deficit of $5,412.   Our budgeted expense year to date is $101,560.

† RUMMAGE SALE  The Fellowship Committee will be having a rummage sale at the church on June 13 & 14.  All proceeds will go toward Fellowship activities and decorations.  They are asking the congregation for any items they would like to donate to the sale.  Items can be brought to the church.  Contact Donya M., if you have any questions.

† FUN IN THE SON  Summer is here and we are ready to get started with our NEW Wednesday Night Children’s Church.  We will meet every Wednesday night from June 4 through July 23 starting at 6:00 pm for  dinner, small group bible study, and fun. All students from Kindergarten to Seniors are welcome to join. Tell a friend and come join us. Please feel free to contact Donya M. with any questions or concerns.     !

† MEALS ON WHEELS  GSLC’s turn to deliver meals will this Wednesday.  If you’d  like to help or have questions please contact Sandy D.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Cheri E., recovering after open heart surgery; Leah E., the C.’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan M.’s dad, undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer;  Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† BREAKFAST IN THE PARK  LWML invites all ladies of the congregation to attend Breakfast in the Park on Saturday, June 7 starting at 9:30 am.  Our “park” setting will be the church lawn, weather permitting.  Please RSVP on the sign-up sheet in the narthex.  Hope to see you there!

† JR CONFIRMATION  This morning three of our young members will publicly confess their faith during the service.  These members include: Max B. who is the son of Jared and Shelby B., Kellen M. who is the son of Kelby and Petra M., and Zoe W. who is the daughter of  Brandon and Tara Williams.  We thank God for them and ask Him to bless their public confession to His glory.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL  We will not have Sunday School or Adult Bible Class today but we will start back for a summer of fun on Sunday, June 1.

† RUMMAGE SALE  The Fellowship Committee will be having a rummage sale at the church on June 13 & 14.  All proceeds will go toward Fellowship activities and decorations.  They are asking the congregation for any items they would like to donate to the sale.  Items can be brought to the church.  Contact Donya Moll, (417)793-3601, if you have any questions.

† FUN IN THE SON  Summer is here and we are ready to get started with our NEW Wednesday Night Children’s Church.  We will meet every Wednesday night from June 4 through July 23 starting at 6:00 pm for  dinner, small group bible study, and fun. All students from Kindergarten to Seniors are welcome to join. Tell a friend and come join us. Please feel free to contact Donya Moll with any questions or concerns, (417)793-3601.   

MISSOURI DISTRICT NEWS  More than 40 years ago, the Missouri District  established an endowment to provide scholarships for university and seminary students from our state who were preparing for professional church work    vocations.  This school year, that same fund provided aid to 62 students.    Praise God!  As we prepare for our upcoming convention, congregations will    be praying for the proceedings and taking a special offering on June 1 to help strengthen the Missouri District’s scholarship endowment.  Our convention theme—”Bold Hope in Christ”—is a fitting reminder of how we can confidently work together in His kingdom for His glory.  Thank you for your support