Announcements

† IN OUR PRAYERS  The S. Family, at the death of Bob; Doug D., continuing to receive Hospice care; Shirley N., undergoing treatment for cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† CONFIRMATION will begin on Wednesday, September 16.  Class will be held at 6:45 pm in the Conference Room.  Luther’s Small Catechism with Explanation will be provided to each new confirmand, but each student will need to bring their own Bible to class.

† MEALS ON WHEELS  Good Shepherd will deliver meals on both Wednesday, September 2 and September 23.  If you would like to help with this or have questions, please contact Sandy D.

† SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL  Make sure to Join us for Summer Sunday School.  We are continuing a fun summer of activities as we finish out our last month of Summer Sunday School.  There will not be Sunday School on September 6.  Rally Day for the Fall is set for Sunday, September 13.

† NEWSLETTERS  The August Newsletters are on the information table in the Narthex.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Bob S., placed on hospice care; Shirley N., undergoing treatment for cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† YOUTH PARENTS  There will be a short meeting with Pastor Mehl today after the service.  This will be to discuss ideas, scheduling, goals, etc.  The more information and involvement Pastor has from the parents, the better he can help them be the Body of Christ and grow in their faith.

† A CONFIRMATION PARENT MEETING will be held on Wednesday, August 19 at 6:45 pm.  We will meet in the fellowship hall to discuss the upcoming confirmation year.

† CONGRATULATIONS to Brooke G. and Blake P. who were united in marriage yesterday.  We rejoice with them and pray for God’s blessings as they begin their life together as husband and wife.

† Evangelism/Discipleship Workshop Immanual Lutheran Church in Joplin has extended us an invitation to attend an Evangelism/Discipleship Workshop led by John Perling, Director of Missions MO District LCMS on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.  Please RSVP by August 17.

† SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL  Make sure to Join us for Summer Sunday School.  We are continuing a fun summer of activities as we finish out our last month of Summer Sunday School.  There will not be Sunday School on September 6.  Rally Day for the Fall is set for Sunday, September 13.

† NEWSLETTERS  The August Newsletters are on the information table in the Narthex.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Bob S., recovering from a broken hip; Shirley N., undergoing treatment for cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† YOUTH PARENTS  There will be a short meeting with Pastor Mehl on Sunday, August 16, after the service.  This will be to discuss ideas, scheduling, goals, etc.  The more information and involvement Pastor has from the parents, the better he can help them be the Body of Christ and grow in their faith.

† A CONFIRMATION PARENT MEETING will be held on Wednesday, August 19 at 6:45 pm.  We will meet in the fellowship hall to discuss the upcoming confirmation year.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS  We are in need of Sunday School teachers.  If you would be interested in being a Sunday School teacher or a substitute teacher please talk to Kayla H.

† OFFERINGS  The Summer quarter offering from Sunday School and Adult Bible Class and the offering from this year’s Vacation Bible School will be going to Children’s Haven in Joplin, MO.

† SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL  Make sure to Join us for Summer Sunday School.  We are continuing a fun summer of activities as we finish out our last month of Summer Sunday School.  There will not be Sunday School on September 6.  Rally Day for the Fall is set for Sunday, September 13.

† NEWSLETTERS  The August Newsletters are on the information table in the Narthex.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Bob S., recovering from a broken hip; Shirley N., undergoing treatment for  cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! From the donated items and financial support to all those  who volunteered so much of their time, this congregation continues to be amazing!  At this year’s VBS God blessed us with a great opportunity to share His abundant and overflowing grace with a wonderful group of kids.  Your generous giving made it all possible, and we are so grateful.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS  We are in need of Sunday School teachers.  If you would be interested in being a Sunday School teacher or a substitute teacher please talk to Kayla Hyland.

† OFFERINGS  The Summer quarter offering from Sunday School and Adult Bible Class and the offering from this year’s Vacation Bible School will be going to Children’s Haven in Joplin, MO.

† SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL  Make sure to Join us for Summer Sunday School.  We are continuing a fun summer of activities as we finish out our last month of Summer Sunday School.  There will not be Sunday School on September 6.  Rally Day for the Fall is set for Sunday, September 13.

† NEWSLETTERS  The August Newsletters are on the information table in the Narthex.