Announcements

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Jan G., recovering from rotator cuff  surgery; Clarence H., undergoing tests after a collapsed lung;Ruby S., placement of a pacemaker;Germany Group, safe travel;  Mary C., Mike D., and Tim S., undergoing treatment for  cancer.

† GUEST PASTOR  It is wonderful to have Pastor Asmus and his wife, Lorraine, here this Sunday.  Thank you, Pastor Asmus, for handling the services and Bible Class while Pastor Schnackenberg is away.

† ARMED FORCES SUNDAY  The Lutheran Church-Missouri    Synod has designated this Sunday as Armed Forces Sunday.  There is a flyer in this morning’s bulletin with information and a way to contribute to help strengthen the men and women of our military.

† GERMANY TRIP  Pastor & Gerry are in Germany this week with a group from Good Shepherd.  They will be returning Saturday, May 24.

† FAMILY CAMPOUT  Mark your calendars, this year’s annual “family campout” has been scheduled for May 30-31 at Dale & Lee Ann Beshears’ property south of Lockwood.  There is information and a sign up sheet on the round table in the narthex.

† SUMMER WORSHIP  Starting June 1, we will have one worship service on Sunday and it will begin at 9:00 am.  Sunday School and  Bible Class will be at 10:30 am.

† THE EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORD  Lee Ann B. would like to offer a Bible study during the summer months when we have one service.  The topic of this study would come from the Lutheran Hour resources and would deal with defending your faith.  The class could be held from 8:00 am – 8:45 am on Sunday mornings before the 9:00 am service or during the 10:30 am Bible class time.  Lee Ann would like to find out how much interest there would be for this study, so if you have an interest or if you have any questions, please contact Lee Ann.

† BIBLE STUDIES  The Wednesday and Thursday morning Bible studies will not meet this week while Pastor Schnackenberg and Earl Kirn are in Germany.  They will resume on Wednesday & Thursday, May 28 & 29.  (The classes will then be taught in German.)

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP  The LYF will not have their regular meeting today.  Their next meeting will be on Sunday, June 1, to plan for a lock-in scheduled for Wednesday, June 4, to welcome the new confirmands.

† NURSERY ATTENDANT  We are in need of a Nursery Attendant for the 10:45 worship service on Sunday mornings.  The Attendant must be 18 years or older, be able to lift children, must pass a background check, care for the children in the nursery starting at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings, keep the Nursery clean and sanitized, and maintain appropriate and safe toys.  The position pays $20.00 per Sunday.  You may pick up a complete position description in the church office.  If you are interested, please leave a brief resume with the church office.  Please do so ASAP.  The Board of Elders will make the final decision as to whom will be hired.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Ruby S., placement of a pacemaker; Jan G., rotator cuff surgery this Tuesday; Germany Group,  safe travel;Mary C., Mike D., and Tim S., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† GERMANY TRIP  Tomorrow Pastor & Gerry will be traveling to Germany with a group from Good Shepherd.  They will be returning Saturday, May 24.  Pastor Gary Asmus will be the guest pastor on Sunday, May 18, and he will also be leading the 9:30 Bible Class.

† FAMILY CAMPOUT  Mark your calendars, this year’s annual “family campout” has been scheduled for May 30-31 at Dale & Lee Ann B.’ property south of Lockwood.  More detailed information will be provided soon.  A sign up sheet is on the round table in the narthex.

† SUMMER WORSHIP  Starting June 1, we will have one worship service on Sunday and it will begin at 9:00 am.  Sunday School and  Bible Class will be at 10:30 am.

† BIBLE STUDIES  The Wednesday and Thursday morning Bible studies will not meet the next two weeks while Pastor Schnackenberg and Earl Kirn are in Germany.  They will resume on Wednesday & Thursday, May 28 & 29. (The classes will then be taught in German.)

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP  The LYF will not have their regular meeting next Sunday, May 18.  There next meeting will be on Sunday, June 1, to plan for a lock-in scheduled for Wednesday, June 4, to welcome the new comfirmands.

† TORNADO RELIEF  We received a message from Missouri District LCMS offering a way to help fund some of the tornado relief.  Those who wish to provide financial support for the relief effort may send their contributions to the Mid-South District Tornado Relief Fund, 1675 Wynne Road, Cordova, TN 38016.

† ADDRESS CHANGE  Dorothy F. is now living with her granddaughter in Texas.  Contact the church office for Dorothy’s new address.

† NURSERY ATTENDANT  We are in need of a Nursery Attendant for the 10:45 worship service on Sunday mornings.  The Attendant must be 18 years or older, be able to lift children, must pass a background check, care for the children in the nursery starting at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings, keep the Nursery clean and sanitized, and maintain appropriate and safe toys.  The position pays $20.00 per Sunday.  You may pick up a complete position description in the church office.  If you are interested, please leave a brief resume with the church office.  Please do so ASAP.  The Board of Elders will make the final decision as to whom will be hired.

† ASSISTIVELISTENING  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

† IN OUR PRAYERS  G. family, at the loss of Judy’s mother;Savanna J., undergoing tests; Mary C., Mike D., Tim S., and Andrea H. (Joann W.’s mother), undergoing treatment for cancer.

† SHEPHERD’S OWN SINGING TODAY  The Shepherd’s Own will be singing for the Musical Devotees this afternoon at 3:00 at Grace Episcopal Church (820 Howard, Carthage, MO).  We wanted to make the congregation aware of this wonderful opportunity to enjoy and support our men’s singing ensemble.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (LYF)  The LYF will meet here at the church today at 6:00 pm.

† VOTERS’ MEETING  There will be a voters’ meeting this evening at 7:00.

† THE ELDERS’ MEETING will be this Monday at 7:00 pm.

† LWML  This month’s LWML meeting will be held on Tuesday,  May 6, at 6:30 pm.  All ladies of the congregation are encouraged to be a part of this church mission group.

† OVER-50 GOOD SHEPHERDS meet this Thursday at 6:00 for food, fellowship and games.  You are welcome to join this informal group for an evening of fun and laughter.

† TORNADO RELIEF  We received a message from Missouri District LCMS offering a way to help fund some of the tornado relief.  Those who wish to provide financial support for the relief effort may send their contributions to the Mid-South District Tornado Relief Fund, 1675 Wynne Road, Cordova, TN, 38016.

† THE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION APPRECIATION DINNER last Sunday was wonderful and we want to thank everyone who helped make it such a success.  Again, we wish to express our gratitude to everyone who has helped in the education of our young people.  You are indeed appreciated.

† JR CONFIRMATION AND MIDWEEK CLASSES will start their summer break just a little bit early this year because Pastor will be heading to Germany.  This Wednesday will be the last time these classes will meet until next school year.  Because this is the Jr Confirmands’ last session, they will be having their final review.  The review is open to anyone who would like to attend.

† LWML SPRING ZONE RALLY istoday at Grace, Aurora.  Ladies you are invited to attend.  We will be leaving the church at 1:45 pm if you would like to car pool.  Our thanks to all those who donated baby items for the rally in-gathering.  The donated items will be taken this afternoon to the rally and then be given to the Pregnancy Resource Center.

† ADDRESS CHANGE  Dorothy Fike is now living with her granddaughter in Texas.  Her new mailing address is 1228 Lunar Lane, Dallas, TX 75218.

† NEW BIBLE STUDY GROUP   There is a new Scripture Study Group meeting on Wednesday mornings at 10:30.  It is focused on the issues that go along with getting older.  Earl Kirn is leading this study and encourages anyone interested in this topic to come and join the group.

NURSERY ATTENDANT  We are in need of a Nursery Attendant for the 10:45 worship service on Sunday mornings.  The Attendant must be 18 years or older, be able to lift children, must pass a background check, care for the children in the nursery starting at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings, keep the Nursery clean and sanitized, and maintain appropriate and safe toys.  The position pays $20.00 per Sunday.  You may pick up a complete position description in

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Savanna J., undergoing tests; Mary C., Mike D., Tim S., and Andrea H. (Joann W.’s mother), undergoing treatment for cancer.

† OUR THANKS to everyone who helped with the Easter Services, breakfast and special activities for our children.  You are greatly appreciated.

† EASTER EGGS  The Lutheran Youth Fellowship would like to thank the congregation for all the wonderful donations made for the Easter egg hunt.  The kids had a great time and enjoyed the treats!

† VOTERS’ MEETING  There will be a voters’ meeting next Sunday,    May 4, at 7:00 pm.

† THE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION APPRECIATION DINNER is tonight at 5:00 pm.  This event is for anyone and everyone who has ever been involved as a teacher, helper, leader, and support service provider with Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Youth Group and Christian Education.  The evening will include a black light puppet show, a wonderful dinner, and guest speaker, Jason Glaskey, DCE at Immanuel Lutheran in Joplin.  Children are especially invited to attend. This event is sponsored by a generous individual interested in Christian education.

† JR CONFIRMATION AND MIDWEEK CLASSES will start their summer break just a little bit early this year because Pastor will be heading to Germany.  These classes will only meet for the next two Wednesdays, April 30 and May 7.

† LWML is collecting baby items as an in-gathering for the Spring Zone Rally on May 4.  Donated items will be taken to the Rally in Aurora and then be given to the Pregnancy Resource Center.  A basket is in the narthex if you’d like to help.  Thank you!

† NEW BIBLE STUDY GROUP   There is a new Scripture Study Group meeting on Wednesday mornings at 10:30.  It is focused on the issues that go along with getting older.  Earl Kirn is leading this study and encourages anyone interested in this topic to come and join the group.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (LYF)  The LYF will meet here at the church next Sunday, May 4, at 6:00 pm.

† NURSERY ATTENDANT  We are in need of a Nursery Attendant for the 10:45 worship service on Sunday mornings.  The Attendant must be 18 years or older, be able to lift children, must pass a background check, care for the children in the nursery starting at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings, keep the Nursery clean and sanitized, and maintain appropriate and safe toys.  The position pays $20.00 per Sunday.  You may pick up a complete position description in the church office.  If you are interested, please leave a brief resume with the church office.  Please do so ASAP.  The Board of Elders will make the final decision as to whom will be hired.