Announcements

† IN OUR PRAYERS Renee B., at Mercy-McCune Brooks; Tom D., awaiting an angiogram; Ellie H., recovering from surgery for a fractured femur, headed for rehab; SueV., recovering from shoulder surgery; Jody G., Audrey M., Janice H.’s mother, in extended care; Ruth H., Carol L., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† STEPHEN MINISTRY  Today after each service, GSLC Stephen Ministers: Earl K., Janet C.s, Brenda D., Clarice O. & Curt S., will be handing out a brochure, “God’s Love in Action.”  It tells about Stephen Ministry.  Please take one per family and direct questions to any of our Stephen Ministers.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP will meet today right after the late service for pizza and then bowling at 2:00 pm.

† LADIES’ NIGHT OUT DINNER  Tonight is our annual Ladies’ Night Out Dinner at 5:00 pm.  Along with dinner, served by the men, there will be entertainment provided by the Garms Family, a traveling gospel singing group.  It will be a wonderful evening of entertainment, food, and fellowship.  Thanks so much to Lora Wacker for heading this event up and all those who helped her put it together!

† GRIEF SUPPORT  Thursday, Feb. 19, at 5:00 pm, there will be a time together for prayer and support for anyone who is grieving the loss of someone they have loved.  It will be led by Pastor and Earl Kirn.

† LENT starts this Wednesday, Feb. 18, and we will again have weekday services each Wednesday at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm throughout Lent.  Part of the passion story of Jesus will be read each week.  Be sure and utilize these services as part of your Lenten observance.

† SCRIPTURE STUDY  Starting this coming Wednesday morning, the Scripture Study Group will be meeting a little earlier, 9:45 am, due to our 11:00 am Lent service.  If you are planning on attending the morning Lent service, you could come a little early and join them!

† GSLC SUNDAY SCHOOL STAFF AND TEACHERS have decided to get together monthly to discuss the lessons, plan activities, and have devotions with Pastor.  Our next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 22, right after the late service.  Anyone involved in or wanting to be involved with the teaching of our children is welcome to attend.

† BAPTISMAL NAPKINS  We are running low on Baptismal Napkins and rather than buy them, as they can be rather expensive, we were wondering if anyone would be willing to make some. If you have cloth to donate, are willing to make some napkins, or just have some questions, please talk with Pastor or Denise at the church office.

† SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY  This year a total of 1,371items have been donated to Crosslines of Carthage.  Wow, that was more than twice the amount Good Shepherd gave last year!  A big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this worthwhile support of our community and made this our biggest donation yet!

† USHER SCHEDULE  The 2015 usher schedules are on the round table in the narthex.  If you have agreed to be an usher this year, make sure to look for yours in the box.  Thanks for your service to Good Shepherd.

† 2014 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS are ready for you to pick up.  They are on the round table in the narthex.

† IN OUR PRAYERS Renee B., at Mercy-McCunne Brooks; Jody G., Audrey M., Janice H.’s mother, in extended care; Ruth H., Carol L., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY  This year a total of 1,371items have been donated to Crosslines of Carthage.  Wow, that was more than twice the amount Good Shepherd gave last year!  A big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this worthwhile support of our community and made this our biggest donation yet!

† LWML BAKE SALE  It’s time for the 3^rd annual LWML Valentines Bake Sale today between services and after the late service.  Make sure to stop by the table and get some delicious goodies!  Thanks to those who donated baked goods.

† PASTORAL CONFERENCE Due to a change, the Pastoral Conference will be held here on Monday.

† BAPTISMAL NAPKINS  We are running low on Baptismal Napkins and rather than buy them, as they can be rather expensive, we were wondering if anyone would be willing to make some. If you have cloth to donate, are willing to make some napkins, or just have some questions, please talk with Pastor or Denise at the church office.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP  There will be a planning meeting today at 6:00 pm for the 70 and Over banquet and other activities.  Parents are encouraged to attend to help with the planning.  We will continue our discussion of Relationships 101.

† LADIES’ NIGHT OUT DINNER  This year’s Ladies’ Night Out Dinner is next Sunday at 5:00 pm.  Along with dinner, served by the men, there will be entertainment provided by the Garms Family, a  traveling gospel singing group.  There is more information in the    February Newsletter.  Please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex, or call the church office, 358-1325, if you plan to attend, so we will know how much food to prepare.

† LENT starts Wednesday the 18^th and we will again have weekday services each Wednesday at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm throughout Lent.    Part of the passion story of Jesus will be read each week.  Be sure and utilize these services as part of your Lenten observance.

† USHER SCHEDULE  The 2015 usher schedules are on the round table in the narthex.  If you have agreed to be an usher this year, make sure to look for yours in the box.  Thanks for your service to Good Shepherd.

† 2014 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS are ready for you to pick up.  They are on the round table in the narthex.

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

† 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.

† IN OUR PRAYERS Jody G., Audrey M., Janice H.’s mother, in extended care; Ruth H., Carol L., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY  Today is the Super Bowl, or Souper Bowl as we’ve been calling it.  Through the month of January we have collected canned soup, dried beans and rice to help fill the shelves at Crosslines of Carthage.  So far, a total of 575 items have been donated.  We will let you know the final total after the items brought today are tallied.  Thanks to everyone who participated in this worth while support of our community.

† LWML BAKE SALE  It’s time for the 3^rd annual LWML Valentines Bake Sale.  It will be held between services and after the late service on Sunday, February 8.  All are welcome to donate a baked good for the table.  Come prepared next Sunday for some delicious goodies!

† SPECIAL MUSIC MEETING today after the late service.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP will not be going ice skating today.  There will be a planning meeting next Sunday at 6:00 pm.

† USHER SCHEDULE  The 2015 usher schedules are on the round table in the narthex.  If you have agreed to be an usher this year, make sure to look for yours in the box.  Thanks for your service to Good Shepherd.

† LADIES’ NIGHT OUT DINNER  Mark your calendars!  This year’s Ladies’ Night Out Dinner has been scheduled for Sunday,     February 15, at 5:00 pm.  Along with dinner, served by the men, there will be entertainment provided by the Garms Family, a traveling gospel singing group.  There is more information in the February Newsletter.  Please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex, or call the church office, 358-1325, if you plan to attend, so we will know how much food to prepare.

† LWML will meet this Tuesday, at 6:30 pm, in the Fellowship Hall.

† PLAYGROUND COMMITTEE MEETING  We are excited to  announce the formation of a committee to move forward on the new playground for our children.  Our first meeting will be held on  Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 6:30 pm, in the Sr. High Sunday School room. 

† 2014 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS are ready for you to pick up.  They are on the round table in the narthex.

† THRIVENT MEETING  Our next Thrivent Chapter meeting will be Monday, February 2, at 6:30 pm, at Peace Lutheran Church.  Everyone is welcome to attend.

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

† 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.