Announcements

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Megan M., at home, on bedrest until delivery; Jack H., back at home, undergoing rehab; Jody G., placed  on hospice; Stella Q., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† CONGRATULATIONS to Lacy R. and Jarrett E. who were united in marriage yesterday, here at Good Shepherd.  We rejoice with them and pray for God’s blessings as they begin their life together as husband and wife.  Lacy is the daughter of Walter and Angela R.

† 50TH ANNIVERSARY  On Friday, June 30^th, John Allen H. and Janice Louise H. (Wilson) celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary.  The family would like to invite everyone to enjoy cookies and punch in the narthex after the service in honor of this wonderful occasion.

† TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY will not meet this Tuesday.

† LYF FIREWORKS STAND  Good Shepherd’s Youth Group is running a fireworks stand at 1200 Briarbrook, across from Casey’s, in Carl Junction, as a fundraiser.  It is open through July 4.  Come and purchase all of your fireworks here and help support our LYF!

† THANK YOU  We would like to thank everyone for celebrating with us our 50^th wedding anniversary.  The cards, well wishes and gifts      were wonderful and your presence at the reception was so very much appreciated.  We wish we would have been able to spend more time with each of you.  Our special thanks to our family for making it such a special day.  We love you all.  ~ James and Gerry

† VBS REGISTRATION  Vacation Bible School will be held July 23 – 27, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, with a light dinner at 5:30 pm each evening.  There are registration forms in the narthex.  Please, make sure to fill out a registration form if you are participating or helping and include your t-shirt size so Nicole can order the shirts.  You can use one sheet for  multiple members in a family if you want, but be sure to include all their shirt sizes.

† VBS KICK-OFF PARTY  Come out to the Carthage Municipal Park for   this year’s VBS kick-off on Sunday, July 16.  The fun will start at 4:00 pm with rides at Kiddie Land.  There will be a picnic at 5:00 pm.  Pulled pork sandwiches will be provided.  Those attending are asked to bring a dish to share.  The festivities will conclude with swimming at the Carthage Municipal Pool from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

† REFORMATION CELEBRATION – IT’S STILL ABOUT JESUS  This is the 500^th anniversary of the Reformation.  Immanuel Lutheran, Joplin is planning  a day of fellowship and fun with area Lutheran churches.  If you would like to help organize this day, we are having a planning meeting July 6^th at 6:00 pm.  Please come with your ideas.  Contact Betty L. or the church office 417-624-0333 for more details.

† LWML  For the month of July the LWML will be taking a little break.  There will not be a meeting or event for LWML until August 1, which will be their regular monthly meeting in the church Fellowship Hall.

† VBS HELP NEEDED  Two work days have been scheduled to help make and set up decorations for VBS.  The dates and times are Thursday, July 6 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm and Saturday, July 15 at 9:00 am.  Any and all help would be appreciated, more hands make fun and faster work.  If you have questions, please contact Nichole B.

† LWML QUARTERLIES  The LWML Summer Quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The new Portals of Prayer for the Summer are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY  While Megan is home and on bedrest for the duration of her pregnancy, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K. and Rosann C.  Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered.  If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract  others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

ASSISTIVE LISTENING  If you are having difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.  They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Megan M., at home, on bedrest until delivery; Jody G., placed on hospice; Stella Q., Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† SUMMER WORSHIP  For the summer months, GSLC will have one worship service on Sunday with Holy Communion and it will begin at 9:00 am.  Sunday School and Bible class will be at 10:30 am.

† 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY RECEPTION  Martha, Steven, & Bethany are hosting a 50th wedding anniversary reception for their parents, James & Gerry Schnackenberg.  It will be today from 2:00 – 4:00 pm in the church fellowship hall.  The congregation is invited to help celebrate this happy occasion.  No gifts, please.

† LYF FIREWORKS STAND  Good Shepherd’s Youth Group will be running a fireworks stand at 1200 Briarbrook, across from Casey’s, in Carl Junction, as a fundraiser.  It will be open June 30 through July 4.  Come purchase all your fireworks here and help support our LYF!

† VBS REGISTRATION  Vacation Bible School will be held July 23 – 27, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, with a light dinner at 5:30 pm each evening.  Watch for registration forms in the narthex.  Please, make sure to fill out a registration form if you are participating or helping and include your t-shirt size so Nicole can order the shirts.  You can use one sheet for  multiple members in a family if you want, but be sure to include all their shirt sizes.

† LWML  For the month of July the LWML will be taking a little break.  There will not be a meeting or event for LWML until August 1, which will be their regular monthly meeting in the church Fellowship Hall.

† LWML QUARTERLIES  The LWML Summer Quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The new Portals of Prayer for the Summer are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY  A Tuesday morning men’s Bible study has started.  The group is studying  “God’s Word for Today:   2 Peter & Jude”.  They meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am in Joplin.  If you have any questions you can contact Greg Golden, (417)850-6550, or    the church office, (417)358-1325.

† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY  While Megan is home and on bedrest for the duration of her pregnancy, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda Kirn, (417)793-2677, and Rosann Chapman, (402)297-2608.  Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered.  If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract  others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† ASSISTIVE LISTENING  If you are having difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.  They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Megan M., at home, on bedrest until delivery; Jody G., placed on hospice; Stella Q., Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† YOUTH PLANT SALE  Thanks to everyone who participated in the plant sale last Sunday, it was a success.  A special thanks to Doug S. for donating and bringing the plants to church!

† MEAL DELIVERY  Thank you to all those who helped with the Over 60  Center meal delivery this past week.  What a great way to help support  our local community!

† FATHER’S DAY POTLUCK  Today, after Sunday School, GSLC will be having a “good ole fashioned pot luck” just for Dad.  Come and enjoy as we appreciate fathers!  There will be door prizes for the men.  What a wonderful excuse to have a fun fellowship event with food!  If you have questions, see Lora Wacker.

† SUMMER WORSHIP  For the summer months, GSLC will have one worship service on Sunday with Holy Communion and it will begin at 9:00 am.  Sunday School and Bible class will be at 10:30 am.

† 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY RECEPTION  Martha, Steven, & Bethany are hosting a 50th wedding anniversary reception for their parents, James & Gerry Schnackenberg.  It will be held on Sunday, June 25, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm in the church fellowship hall.  The congregation is invited to help celebrate this happy occasion.  No gifts, please.

† LYF FIREWORKS STAND  Good Shepherd’s Youth Group will be running a fireworks stand at 1200 Briarbrook, across from Casey’s, in Carl Junction, as a fundraiser.  It will be open June 30 through July 4.  Come purchase all your fireworks here and help support our LYF!

† VBS REGISTRATION  Vacation Bible School will be held July 23 – 27, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, with a light dinner at 5:30 pm each evening.  Watch for registration forms in the narthex.  Please, make sure to fill out a registration form if you are participating or helping and include your t-shirt size so Nicole can order the shirts.  You can use one sheet for  multiple members in a family if you want, but be sure to include all their shirt sizes.

† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY  A new Tuesday morning men’s Bible study has started.  The group is studying  “God’s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude”.  They meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am in Joplin.  If you have any questions you can contact Greg G., or the church office, (417)358-1325.

† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY  While Megan is home and on bedrest for the duration of her pregnancy, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K., and Rosann C.  Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered.  If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.

† LWML QUARTERLIES  The LWML Summer Quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The new Portals of Prayer for the Summer are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract  others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in    the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need      directions.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

ASSISTIVE LISTENING  If you are having difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.  They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Stella Q., at Mercy Hospital, in Joplin, after falling and breaking her other hip; Megan M., at Freeman Hospital, experiencing some complications with her pregnancy; Jody G., placed on hospice; Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing      Center; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† NAME TAG SUNDAY  Forgot someone’s name? –don’t be embarrassed. We are here to help you out!  Today, while we are enjoying having everyone all in one service, we have name tags for everyone to wear.  It is a great way to make sure everyone is able to get reacquainted with one another!

† YOUTH PLANT SALE  This morning the LYF will be selling various plants, donated by Doug Schnelle, for a free will offering.  Come outside and see what we have.  There is probably something you want!

† MEAL DELIVERY  Good Shepherd’s week to deliver meals for the Over-60 Center is this week.  If you can help with this worthwhile        project, please contact Betty E.

† SENIOR SINGLE LADIES  The Senior Single Ladies will meet this afternoon, instead of meeting the last Sunday of June.  They will meet from 1:00 – 4:00 pm, at Ruby S.’s home, in Carthage.  If you have any questions or need directions, please contact Ruby.

† FATHER’S DAY POTLUCK  Next Sunday, June 18, after Sunday School, GSLC will be having a “good ole fashioned pot luck” just for Dad.  Bring one or two of your favorite dishes to share and bring one or two friends, too!  There will be door prizes as well for the men.  What a wonderful excuse to have a fun fellowship event with food!  If you have questions, see Lora Wacker.

† SUMMER WORSHIP  For the summer months, GSLC will have one worship service on Sunday with Holy Communion and it will begin at 9:00 am.  Sunday School and Bible class will be at 10:30 am.

† IMMANUEL LUTHERAN VBS  Immanuel Lutheran in Joplin will be     holding their Vacation Bible School this coming week, June 12 – 16,   from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.  They are using the same theme that we will be using in July, so for those of you unable to attend ours or prefer a daytime VBS, they would love to have you attend.

† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY  A new Tuesday morning men’s Bible study has started.  The group is studying  “God’s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude”.  They meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am in Joplin.  If you have any questions you can contact Greg G., or the church office, (417)358-1325.

† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY  While Megan is staying in the hospital, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K. and Rosann C.  Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered.  If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.

† LWML QUARTERLIES  The LWML Summer Quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The new Portals of Prayer for the Summer are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† HEIT’S Point Lutheran Ministries  Hang up the school backpacks and put away the books because summer is here!  It’s time to make sure you have your children and youth signed up for the program of their choice at Heit’s Point Lutheran Ministries.  There is so much fun to be had, and you don’t want to miss out on the valuable experiences that Heit’s   Point has to offer.  Camp programs provide a variety of activities and  adventures including swimming, hiking, canoeing, archery, games, arts and crafts, cookouts, and meeting new friends.  These activities are all centered on daily Bible study and worship that focuses on our summer theme entitled “Serving for Christ.”  There is still time to sign up for an experience that your child will always remember.  More information is  available at http://www.heitspoint.com/summer_camp_2017 or contact Heit’s Point office at info@heitpoint.com or 660-668-2363 for more information.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract  others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after the service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.