Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS Karen P., recovering from back surgery; Katherine R., recovering from surgery; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
12/2—2 Thess. 1-3 12/5—2 Tim. 1-4 12/8—Philemon
12/3—1 Tim. 1-3 12/6—Titus 1-3
12/4—1 Tim. 4-6 12/7—Various

WOMEN’S HOLIDAY EVENT: Dinner, Secret Sister Reveal, Ornament Exchange, Cookie Exchange The LWML sponsored evening for all ladies of the congregation, is this evening. Dinner will be served promptly at 5:00 pm. Hostesses for the evening are Janet C., Brenda K. and Lora W. To participate in the ornament exchange game, simply bring a wrapped tree ornament (no more than $5.00). All those who wish to participate in a cookie exchange should bring batches of cookies on a decorative plate. We will also be drawing for our Secret Sisters for 2013. You don’t have to be a member of the LWML to enjoy this fun evening! Hope you can make it!

CONGRATULATIONS We congratulate Amber H. and Michael W. who were united in marriage in a private ceremony here on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 28. Amber is the daughter of Kathy S. and the granddaughter of Bud & Ruby S. We pray for blessings for this couple as they begin their lives as husband and wife.

ADVENT SERVICES We will have special midweek worship services on Wednesdays at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. We invited you to take the time and join with others for these special Advent services and remember, Jesus is The One Who is Coming.

MIDWEEK SCHEDULE The Midweek schedule for Wednesday is changed during the Advent season beginning this week. Confirmation Class, Midweek School, Bible Class, and men’s ensemble practice will all start at 6:00 p.m. Please note this change in time.

CHURCH BREAK IN Sometime Thursday night or early Friday morning the church was broken into. They gained entry through the nurse’s office window. The church alarm was set which impeded what they could access, so only a minimal amount was taken.

SECURITY We have taken an added security measure by mounting an intercom/camera/bell system to the outside of the church office door. If you come by and the door is locked, and you know someone is here, simply press the button, this allows whomever is here to see and talk with you. This does not mean that the door will now always be locked, but this added security and protection is for when someone is here by themselves. We know you will be understanding, even if it might inconvenience you at times. Also, a reminder to everyone…if you unlock any door to the church, please make sure that the doors are locked when you leave.

LWML ANGEL TREE Date change/correction. Gifts to the residents at Cedar Hill Apartments do not have to be returned here to the church until Dec. 16, instead of Dec. 9. Please remember to attach the “angel” to your gift. We thank you for your willingness to give and to help others this holiday season.

CHRISTMAS ANGELS Diana E. is asking for angel figurines, large to ornament sizes (newly purchased, or used that are in good shape), that you would like to donate to the church. She will be using them in the decorating of the church for Christmas. Thank you.

SHEPHERD’S OWN Our own, Shepherd’s Own men’s ensemble, will be singing a half hour program at three different Carthage Nursing homes next Sunday afternoon, Dec. 9. Thanks, gentlemen, we know the residents will enjoy your time with them.

CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the service each Sunday. They are located in the glassed-door cabinet 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.

IN OUR PRAYERS Karen P., recovering from back surgery; Dorothy L. and Linda S., recovering from knee surgery; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
11/25—2 Cor. 10-13 11/29—Phil. 1-4
11/26—Gal. 1-6 11/30—Col. 1-4
11/27—Eph. 1-6 12/1—1 Thess. 1-5
11/28—Various

LWML ANGEL TREE In the narthex you will find an Angel Tree set up by the LWML. One of our missions for the Christmas season is to purchase Christmas gifts for the residents of Cedar Hill Apartments in Joplin. These folks, who suffer from mental illnesses, are on their final phase of assistance before going out independently on their own. Unfortunately, many of them have no family to support them or to give them gifts. If you would like to help by purchasing a gift or gifts, simply take an angel from the tree, wrap and return it to the church by Dec. 9. (Please attach the gift angel to the outside of your gift.) Each resident has two angels with a gift request. Check out the larger angels attached to the ribbon on the wall and read what they have said about themselves.

TRUSTEE/KITCHEN COMMITTEE MEETING There will be a meeting of the “kitchen committee” on Wednesday evening at 7:00.

WOMEN’S HOLIDAY EVENT: Dinner, Secret Sister Reveal, Ornament Exchange, Cookie Exchange The LWML sponsored evening for all ladies of the congregation, is next Sunday, December 2. Dinner will be served promptly at 5:00 pm. Hostesses for the evening are Janet C., Brenda K. and Lora W. To participate in the ornament exchange game, simply bring a wrapped tree ornament (no more than $5.00). All those who wish to participate in a cookie exchange should bring batches of cookies on a decorative plate. We will also be drawing for our Secret Sisters for 2013. You don’t have to be a member of the LWML to enjoy this fun evening!

CHRISTMAS ANGELS Diana E. is asking for angel figurines, large to ornament sizes (newly purchased, or used that are in good shape), that you would like to donate to the church. She will be using them in the decorating of the church for Christmas. Please have them here by Dec. 3. Thank you.

CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the service each Sunday. They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the narthex 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.

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.

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

OUR PRAYERS Karen P., recovering from back surgery; Linda S., recovering from knee surgery; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
11/18—1 Cor. 1-6 11/22—1 Cor. 15-16
11/19—1 Cor. 7-10 11/23—2 Cor. 1-5
11/20—1 Cor. 11-14 11/24—2 Cor. 6-9
11/21—Various

VOTERS’ MEETING NEWS The Voters’ Assembly, which met last Sun. evening, approved the 2013 budget and the following were voted into office. Pres.: Jim G.; V-Pres.: David W.; Sec.: Janet C.; Treasurer: Glenn M.; Fin. Sec.: Curt S.; Board of Elders: Rick C., Michael G., Earl K.; Board of Trustees: Sonny E., George M., Sal R., Bob S.; Board of Education: Karen P. May God bless you and your willingness to serve. We thank you.

CHURCH WORK DAY We thank all those who came out and were involved and helped with the work day. All is appreciated!

LWML BAKE SALE After both services today, the LWML will be offering baked goods and other special treats for sale. All proceeds will be used for mission projects for the upcoming year. We thank you for your support.

SPECIAL CHORAL PRESENTATION The Fort Hayes Singers, a top choral group from Fort Hayes State University, Hays, Kansas, will be spending the night here at the church and they are offering us a free concert this evening at 7:30. It will be a great night of music, so bring your friends!

THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE WITH HOLY COMMUNION Yes, there is much to be thankful for. Join together with us this Wed. evening at 7:00 for a special worship service of thanksgiving.

NO CLASSES WEDNESDAY this week. See you at the Thanksgiving Eve Service.

CHRISTMAS ANGELS Diana E. is asking for angel figurines, large to ornament sizes, (newly purchased, or used that are in good shape) that you would like to donate to the church. She will be using them in the decorating of the church for Christmas. Please have them here by Dec. 3. Thank you.

CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the service each Sunday. They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the narthex 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.

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.

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  Karen P., having back surgery on Friday; Linda S., having knee surgery on Tuesday; Don H., Jack H., undergoing treatment for cancer. 

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
  11/11—Acts 27-28   11/15—Rom. 6-8
  11/12—Rom. 1-3    11/16—Rom. 9-11
  11/13—Rom. 4-5   11/17—Rom. 12-16
  11/14—Various

VETERANS DAY TODAY  We thank the mid-week children for making the wonderful posters and sharing the message of gratitude to all those who have or are now serving in the United States Armed Services.   We wish to join them in expressing our thankfulness as well.  You are and have been guardians of our freedoms.

BABY BOY  We rejoice with Morgan S. who was blessed with the gift of a baby boy on Monday, Nov. 5.  Sawyer Michael weighed 7 lbs., 14 oz., and was 20.5 inches long.  Sawyer’s maternal grandparents are Mike & Marla S., and his great-grandmother is Linda S.  May the Lord bless both mother and child.

MUSIC MEETING  Today at noon there is a meeting for all those interested in enhancing our worship with spiritual music.  Those encouraged to attend are: musicians, technicians, schedulers, vocalists, enthusiasts, and instrumentalists.

VOTERS’ MEETING  The Voters’ Assembly will meet this evening at 7:00.  Items on the agenda are the election of officers and the approval of the budget for 2013. 

YOU’RE INVITED  The Musical Devotees of Carthage are sponsoring a concert this afternoon at 3:00 pm at Faith Lutheran Church, Carthage.  Organ music will be by Mary Ann Andrews and Sara Buelow, vocal by Katie Crigger and Katrina Buelow, and the trumpeter will be Keith Garber. 

THRIVENT BOARD MEETING  There will be a board meeting on Monday, Nov. 12, at 6:30 pm, at the Youth Building at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Joplin.  Everyone is welcome.

LWML FUNDRAISER-DOLLARS FOR MISSIONS QUILT  And the quilt goes to: Gerry Schnackenberg.  Congratulations, Gerry!  She was informed by text messaging, while somewhere in Colorado, that her name had been drawn and that she was the proud owner of the hand made quilt. 

CHURCH WORK DAY  Saturday, Nov. 17, 9:00 am—12:00 noon, has been designated by the board of trustees as a work day (morning) here at the church.  There are a number of small jobs that need attention, and the more folks that are willing to help the faster it will all get done.  Everyone is guaranteed to be assigned a task!

LWML BAKE SALE  Next Sunday, after both services, the LWML will be offering baked goods and other special treats for sale.  All proceeds will be used for mission projects.  

SPECIAL CHORAL PRESENTATION  The Fort Hayes Singers, a top choral group from Fort Hayes State University, Hays, Kansas, will be here next Sunday for a free concert, beginning at 7:30 pm.  It will be a great night of music, so bring your friends!  The group will be spending the night with us…please make them feel welcome.

CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE  Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the narthex 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.

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.

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.