Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS Judy H. and family, at the death of Don H.; Carol L., recovering from a knee replacement; Dorothy F., in Springfield, Mercy Hospital; Paula B. and Janice T., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
6/9—Ps. 42-49 6/12—Ps. 60-66 6/15— Ps. 73-77
6/10—Ps. 50-54 6/13—Ps. 67-72
6/11—Ps. 55-59 6/14—Various

BAPTISM TODAY We rejoice with Eric & Amy P. who have brought their son, Cole Emmitt, to be baptized today during our worship service. Cole was born May 10, 2013. His sponsors are Laurie K. and Willie W., III. May the Lord continue to bless Cole and his family.

DONALD H. Donald Lee H., 64, was received into the arms of his Savior on June 1, at his home. He had bravely battled colon cancer for the past two years. Don was born April 14, 1949, in Coffeeville, KS. He is survived by his wife Judy, two sons, Brock of Carthage and Chad and his wife, Stephanie, of Carl Junction, five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, along with one sister, two brothers, two sisters-in-laws and many nieces and nephews. Don’s funeral was Wednesday, June 5 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Coffeeville, the place of his baptism and confirmation. We pray for the Lord’s comfort to Judy and to all of the family.

AN IMPORTANT BOARD OF ED MEETING will be held today after Sunday School. Anyone that has helped us in the past or anyone what would prayerfully consider helping us now is urged to attend. We have several organizational issues to address and we need input and help.

PASTOR AND GERRY will be away for a few days to celebrate their wedding anniversary. They will be back by Thursday of this week. We thank Pastor Johns for leading the Monday evening service.

THANK YOU We would like to thank the members of Good Shepherd and Pastor Schnackenberg for all the cards, prayers, calls and visits while I have been recovering from my surgery. Everything is going well and hope to be in full strength soon. ~ Darrel and Clara H.

SOFTBALL Come and enjoy the game of softball. The co-ed team plays Monday at 8:30 and the men play Tuesday at 7:30.

MONDAY EVENING WORSHIP If you are unable to attend on Sunday morning, there will be another worship opportunity on Monday evening, beginning tomorrow evening at 6:30. This will also be a service with Holy Communion.

FLOWER CHART If you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the flower chart hanging on the wall next to the water fountain in the hallway. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.

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 each 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) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from

IN OUR PRAYERS Doug S., at the death of his father; all of Moore, OK, as they recover from the devastating tornado; Don H., under Hospice care; Darrel H., recovering from a broken hip; Ann T. and Joe G., recovering from surgery; Paula B. and Janice T., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
6/2—Ps. 7-12 6/5—Ps. 25-30 6/8— Ps. 36-41
6/3—Ps. 13-18 6/6—Ps. 31-35
6/4—Ps. 19-24 6/7—Various

CONGRATULATIONS to Eric & Amy Perry who were given the gift of a baby boy on May 10. Cole Emmitt weighed 6 lbs., 6 oz., and was 19 1/2 inches long. May the Lord keep this family in his tender love and care.

SPECIAL MUSIC MEETING today after Sunday School.

SOFTBALL Come and enjoy the game of softball. The co-ed team plays Monday at 7:30 and the men play Tuesday at 8:30.

WISHIN’ TO GO A FISHIN’…and we are still a wishin’ to go a fishin’. Due to the weather forecast, the family camping and fishing event, which was to be last Friday, was postponed until this coming Friday, June 7. Hope you can make it!

MONDAY EVENING WORSHIP If you are unable to attend on Sunday morning, there will be another worship opportunity on Monday evening, beginning tomorrow evening at 6:30. This will also be a service with Holy Communion.

AN IMPORTANT BOARD OF ED MEETING will be held next Sunday, June 9, after Sunday School. Anyone that has helped us in the past or anyone what would prayerfully consider helping us now is urged to attend. We have several organizational issues to address and we need input and help.

FLOWER CHART If you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the flower chart hanging on the wall next to the water fountain in the hallway. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.

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 each 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) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry

IN OUR PRAYERS All of Moore, OK, as they recover from the devastating tornado; Don H., under Hospice care; Darrel H., recovering from a broken hip; Ann T. and Joe G., recovering from surgery; Paula B. and Janice T., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
5/26— Job 29-31 5/29— Job 35-37 6/1— Ps. 1-6
5/27— Job 32-34 5/30— Job 38-39
5/28— Various 5/31— Job 40-42

JR CONFIRMATION TODAY Five of our young folks will publicly confess their faith today through the Rite of Confirmation and will receive Holy Communion with their families. Our confirmands are:
Kaylee Renae H., daughter of Kirk and Martha H.
Blake Hunter R., son of Walter and Angela R.
Laken Brenna S., daughter of Shael P. and Steven S.
Samantha Amber Aurora S., daughter of Bruce and Judy S.
Logan Bryan S., son of Brian and Cindy S.

SOFTBALL Come and enjoy the game of softball. The co-ed team plays Monday at 8:30 and the men play Tuesday at 8:30.

WISHIN’ TO GO A FISHIN’ Here’s your chance for some great family time along with some great fishing time. A “family campout” is planned for ONE night, Friday, May 31, at Dale & Lee Ann B.s’ property south of Lockwood. There is a large stocked pond with room to camp for the night. A sign up sheet is in the narthex next to the music room.

MEMORIAL DAY On this Memorial Day weekend, we remember with gratitude those men and women that have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have today.

BREAKFAST IN THE PARK The Judy G. back yard park. All ladies of the congregation are invited to join us for the annual LWML Breakfast in the Park this Saturday at 9:30 am. Hostesses are Judy Golden and Jennifer Shannon. You won’t want to miss this ladies, please join us. It promises to be a special fellowship time along with great food, extremely good company, and beautiful surroundings! In case of rain, we will move the event inside.

SUMMER WORSHIP Our summer worship schedule begins next Sunday, June 2. The Worship service with Holy Communion will be at 9:00 am, and Sunday School and Bible Class will be at 10:30 am.

MONDAY EVENING WORSHIP If you are unable to attend on Sunday morning, there will be another worship opportunity on Monday evening, beginning June 3, at 6:30. This will also be a service with Holy Communion.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL Next Sunday we will begin a brand new summer Sunday School session entitled, Living Inside Out. Along with new material, we’re looking for new teachers. As more of a team approach is embraced for the summer session, you won’t be alone in a classroom, and taking a family vacation won’t cause a pinch. Would you prayerfully consider giving a few weeks to our kids at Good Shepherd? Contact Gloria E., or Karen P.

YOUTH GROUP CELEBRATION The Youth Group will enjoy an evening of pizza, movies and fun next Sunday beginning at 6:00. All current Youth Group members, any one of high school age or those going into grade nine in the fall are welcome. SEE YOU IN THE NEW YOUTH GROUP ROOM!

AN IMPORTANT BOARD OF ED MEETING will be held Sunday, June 9, after Sunday School. Anyone that has helped us in the past or anyone what would prayerfully consider helping us now is urged to attend. We have several organizational issues to address and we need input and help.

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 each 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.

FLOWER CHART If you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the flower chart hanging on the wall next to the water fountain in the hallway. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.

IN OUR PRAYERS Darrel H., recovering from a broken hip; Ann T. and Joe G., recovering from surgery; Paula B. and Janice T., undergoing treatment for cancer; Darren G.’s father at Mercy Hospital; Diane B.’s mother at Freeman Hospital, Neosho; Don H., under Hospice care.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
5/19— Job 11-14 5/22— Job 18-19 5/25— Job 25-28
5/20— Job 15-17 5/23— Job 20-21
5/21— Various 5/24— Job 22-24

THE JR CONFIRMATION CLASS will have their final confirmation class this Wednesday evening at 6:30 with a review of this year’s lessons. You are welcome to attend. After the review, the class will be fitted for their confirmation robes.

JR. CONFIRMATION is next Sunday, May 26. During the 10:45 am service, three young ladies and two young men will publicly confess their faith and will partake, with their family, in the Lord’s Supper for the first time. Please keep these young folks in your prayers.

SOFTBALL Come and enjoy the game of softball. The co-ed team plays Monday at 8:30 and the men play Tuesday at 8:30.

WISHIN’ TO GO A FISHIN’ Here’s your chance for some great family time along with some great fishing time. A “family campout” is planned for ONE night, Friday, May 31, at Dale & Leann Beshears’ property south of Lockwood. There is a large stocked pond with room to camp for the night. A sign up sheet is in the narthex next to the music room.

OFF FOR THE SUMMER The Men’s Ensemble will be taking the summer off from Wednesday evening practices. They will resume again in the fall.

SUMMER WORSHIP We have one worship service on Sunday starting June 2 at 9:00 am. Sunday School and Bible Class will be at 10:30 am. If you are unable to attend on Sunday morning, there will be another worship opportunity on Monday evening at 6:30.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL On June 2 we will begin a brand new summer Sunday School session entitled, Living Inside Out. Along with new material, we’re looking for new teachers. As more of a team approach is embraced for the summer session, you won’t be alone in a classroom, and taking a family vacation won’t cause a pinch. Would you prayerfully consider giving a few weeks to our kids at Good Shepherd? Contact Gloria E., or Karen P.

PLEASE MAKE NOTE Your donations to Carthage Crosslines are so very appreciated, but it has been called to our attention that they do not need or accept clothing at this time. Please, just non perishable food items only. Thank you!

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 each 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.

FLOWER CHART If you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the flower chart hanging on the wall next to the water fountain in the hallway. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.