Announcements

IN OUR PRAYERS Laura D. & unborn son, under care at Freeman Hospital; Bula G., recovering from surgery; Don H., recovering from pneumonia and undergoing treatment for cancer; the family of Bill S., who passed away Nov. 27; David C., Bonnie L., and June R., in extended care facilities.

WILLIAM “BILL” STOKLEY Bill, 81, was received into the arms of his Savior on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011.  He was a resident at the Veteran’s Home in Mt. Vernon at the time of his death.  A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Schnackenberg, was held on Friday morning in Kansas City, MO.  Internment was at Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City.  Bill is survived by three sisters, Janet S., Virginia S., and Mary O..  We pray for God’s blessings of comfort to Bill’s family.

WOMEN’S EVENT The LWML is sponsoring a Holiday Event for all ladies of the congregation this evening.  There will be a light meal served at 6:30, so don’t eat before you come.  The Secret Sisters will do their reveal, and everyone attending is asked to bring a wrapped ornament to participate in the “trading game”.  All those who wish to participate in a cookie exchange should bring a batch of cookies on a decorative plate.  Ziplock bags and paper plates will be provided to collect your assortment of cookies.  Hope to see you this evening.

MID WEEK ADVENT SERVICES Plan to attend the Mid-week Advent services on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm.

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE Rehearsals are planned for after the late service on Sunday, Dec. 11 & 18.  A light meal will be provided.  A helping hand with the food would be greatly appreciated.  Let us know what you can donate by using the sign up sheet at the Sunday School table in the narthex.

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

MOTHER’S DAY OUT DEC. 11 If you want to go Christmas shopping without your children, the youth group will baby sit for you on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 11, from 1:00 to 5:00 here at the church.  There will be games, crafts and even snacks for the children while you are shopping to your heart’s content.  There is a sign up sheet in the narthex to let the youth group know how many to plan for.

THE EVANGELISM COMMITTEE invites you to visit their “Christmas Outreach” table located in the narthex.  There you will find information and ideas about sharing Jesus with others and some inexpensive gift ideas that focus on keeping Christ in Christmas.  Donations are appreciated.

FLOWER CHART, 2012 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.

POINSETTIAS If you would like to purchase a poinsettia(s) to help adorn the sanctuary at Christmas (as in the past, it’s yours to take home after Christmas), please use the sign-up sheet on the table in the narthex.  The cost is $8.00 each.  See Diana E. about payment, and if you have any questions.

CHRISTMAS SERVICE SCHEDULE Children’s Christmas Program       Sunday, December 18, 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Saturday, December 24, 7:00 p.m. Christmas Day Sunday, December 25, 9:30 a.m.

WOMEN’S RETREAT Jan. 27-29, 2012, are the dates of the Women’s Retreat to be held at the beautiful Wyndham Branson at the Meadows Resort, Branson, MO.  Offered, at no cost to you, are two bedroom condos with a kitchenette and fold out sofa, that will sleep 4-6.  There will be a $10.00 registration fee for each one attending.  Please make your check payable to the LWML and give to Mary at the church office.  The theme for this year’s retreat is, Say yes to the dress—your Bridegroom is coming!  There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex to reserve your condo.  More detailed information is in the Dec. Shepherd’s Staff.

CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.

ADVENT This Sunday begins the Advent season of the church year, the time before Christmas when we prepare ourselves for the celebration of the birth of our Savior.  Plan to attend the Mid-week Advent services, which begin this Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm.

WOMEN The LWML is sponsoring an evening for all ladies of the congregation, Sunday, December 4th, at 6:30 pm.  The Secret Sisters will do their reveal, and everyone attending is asked to bring a wrapped ornament to participate in the “trading game”.  All those who wish to participate in a cookie exchange should bring a batch of cookies on a decorative plate.  Ziplock bags and paper plates will be provided to collect your assortment of cookies.  Hope to see you the 4th.

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

FLOWER CHART, 2012 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.

POINSETTIAS If you would like to purchase a poinsettia(s) to help adorn the sanctuary at Christmas (as in the past, it’s yours to take home after Christmas), please use the sign-up sheet on the table in the narthex.  The cost is $8.00 each.  See Diana E. about payment, and if you have any questions.

MOTHER’S DAY OUT DEC. 11 If you want to go Christmas shopping without your children, the youth group will baby sit for you on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 11, from 1:00 to 5:00 here at the church.  There will be games, crafts and even snacks for the children while you are shopping to your heart’s content.  There is a sign up sheet in the narthex to let the youth group know how many to plan for.

CHRISTMAS SERVICE SCHEDULE
Children’s Christmas Program       Sunday, December 18, 7:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Saturday, December 24, 7:00 p.m.
Christmas Day Sunday, December 25, 9:30 a.m.

WOMEN’S RETREAT Jan. 27-29, 2012, are the dates of the Women’s Retreat to be held at the beautiful Wyndham Branson at the Meadows Resort, Branson, MO.  Offered, at no cost to you, are two bedroom condos with a kitchenette and fold out sofa, that will sleep 4-6.  There will be a $10.00 registration fee for each one attending.  Please make your check payable to the LWML and give to Mary at the church office.  The theme for this year’s retreat is, Say yes to the dress—your Bridegroom is coming!  There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex to reserve your condo.  More detailed information will be in the Dec. Shepherd’s Staff.

TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  Tapes of the previous Sunday are also available.

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 narthex 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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Jared B., in Afghanistan; Don H., at home undergoing treatment for cancer.

WE WELCOME INTO MEMBERSHIP this morning the following:
Elizabeth D. by Adult Confirmation
David F. by Adult Baptism
Amy P. by Transfer of Membership
Eric P. by Adult Confirmation
Terry P. by Adult Baptism
We ask God to bless our fellowship together in His name.

WEDNESDAY EVENING CLASSES are cancelled this week for Thanksgiving.  On Nov. 30 classes will resume with new times to allow for Advent Services at 7:00 pm.  Band practice will remain at 5:30 pm; Midweek, Jr Confirmation, Bible Class and Men’s Ensemble practice will all begin at 6:00 pm during Advent.

THANKSGIVING EVE WORSHIP SERVICE Yes, there is much to be thankful for!  This Wednesday evening at 7:00 is a special service of thanksgiving with Holy Communion.

ADVENT Next Sunday begins the Advent season of the church year, the time before Christmas when we prepare ourselves for the celebration of the birth of our Savior.  Plan to attend the Mid-week Advent services, which begin Wednesday, Nov. 30, at 7:00 pm.

POINSETTIAS If you would like to purchase a poinsettia(s) to help adorn the sanctuary at Christmas (as in the past, it’s yours to take home after Christmas), please use the sign-up sheet on the table in the narthex.  The cost is $8.00 each.  See Diana E. about payment, and if you have any questions.

MOTHER’S DAY OUT DEC. 11 If you want to go Christmas shopping without your children, the youth group will baby sit for you on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 11, from 1:00 to 5:00 here at the church.  There will be games, crafts and even snacks for the children while you are shopping to your heart’s content.  There is a sign up sheet in the narthex to let the youth group know how many to plan for.

WOMEN’S RETREAT Jan. 27-29, 2012, are the dates of the Women’s Retreat to be held at the beautiful Wyndham Branson at the Meadows Resort, Branson, MO.  Offered, at no cost to you, are two bedroom condos with a kitchenette and fold out sofa, that will sleep 4-6.  There will be a $10.00 registration fee for each one attending.  Please make your check payable to the LWML and give to Mary at the church office.  The theme for this year’s retreat is, Say yes to the dress—your Bridegroom is coming!  There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex to reserve your condo.  More detailed information will be in the Dec. Shepherd’s Staff.

TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  Tapes of the previous Sunday are also available.

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 narthex 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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Jared B., in Afghanistan; Don H., at home undergoing treatment for cancer.

THRIVENT ELECTION DAY Ballots for the election of chapter officers for 2012 for the Southwest Missouri Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans are on the card table in the narthex.  Thrivent benefit and associate members (age 16 and older) are eligible to vote.  Please place your marked ballot in the basket provided.  Thank you.

THANK YOU to everyone who helped with the work day yesterday.  What you did to help is greatly appreciated.

MOTHER’S DAY OUT DEC. 11 If you want to go Christmas shopping without your children, the youth group will baby sit for you on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 11, from 1:00 to 5:00 here at the church.  There will be games, crafts and even snacks for the children while you are shopping to your heart’s content.  There is a sign up sheet in the narthex to let the youth group know how many to plan for.

SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS/BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING Next Sunday, Nov. 20, after the late service, there will be an important meeting for all the current teachers and board members.  Lunch will be provided.  Anyone interested in helping with the Christian education of our children by teaching or serving on the board are encouraged 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 narthex 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.

TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  Tapes of the previous Sunday are also available.