Announcements — October 5, 2014
† IN OUR PRAYERS Jamie H., at the death of her husband; Judy G., recovering from a cardiac procedure; Todd H. (Pastor’s nephew) and Sandy O., recovering from surgery; Royce A. (Wynette Q.’s father), Paula B., and Howard S. undergoing treatment for cancer.
† BAPTISM We rejoice with Amber M. at the baptism of her son, Bentley Allen M., this morning during the late service. Bentley was born February 14, 2014. His sponsor is his grandfather, Robert M. We ask God’s blessings on him and his family.
† REFRESHMENTS There will be refreshments in the narthex between the two services in honor of Clarice O.s’ 80 th birthday. Happy Birthday, Clarice!
† THE HOG ROAST COMMUNITY OUTREACH EVENT was a wonderful success! The weather was perfect and it was a fun evening of food, fellowship, and entertainment. Close to 300 people were served and over $1500.00 was raised for Carthage Crisis Center and Life Choices. Thanks to all those who served on the committee, donated items, helped in setting up, provided the music, and helped clean up! GSLC really did a great job in putting this event together!
† LWML “WOMEN TO WOMEN” NIGHT ALL ladies of the congregation are invited to the annual “Women to Women” night of fellowship on Tuesday, October 7, at 6:00 pm at El Charro in Carthage. The theme this year is Restore-Renew-Refurbish. Ladies are encouraged to bring an item that they have restored, renewed, or refurbished. RSVP to Mary P. or Judy G.
† GUYS FALL FISHING RETREAT If you are looking for a fun weekend of camping and fishing, then please join us the weekend of Oct. 24 – 26, for the annual guys fall fishing retreat and campout. The guys will be going to Dale & LeeAnn B.’ property, which is located just south of Lockwood. There is a large stocked pond for fishing from the bank. Men and boys of all ages are welcome — and bring your friends! Contact Dale with any questions. There is a sign up sheet in the narthex on the display table by the elevator.
† SPECIAL MUSIC MEETING today after the late service.
† HOBO DINNER Come join us in celebrating the fall at the annual Hobo Dinner on Sunday, October 19. The fun begins at 5:30 pm. Just bring some a’ yer own pre-cooked stew (canned is okay; yer fav’rit homemade recipe is better), or you can bring some cooked vegetables or meat to toss in. There will be a jack-o-lantern carving contest, so bring along an uncarved pumpkin. There will also be carnival games and treats for the kids and a prize for the best dressed hobo. We would like people to help by bringing crackers or dips and we could use some help with set-up. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex on the round table. Y’all come now, ya hear!?
† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP will meet at the church tonight at 5:00 pm to plan the games for the Hobo Dinner. There will be a weenie roast and then they will be going to a corn maze.
† OVER-50 GOOD SHEPHERDS will meet this Thursday at 6:00 pm. Come join us for games, food, fellowship and fun.
† CHURCH COUNCIL will meet next Sunday at 7:00 pm.
† PORTALS OF PRAYER The new Portals of Prayer for the fall are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.
† LWML QUARTERLIES The new Quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex. Ladies, remember to pick one up!