Announcements

REMEMBER IN PRAYER  Sharon R., at Freeman Hospital; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing treatment; the victims of the tornado and those responding to help.

BAPTISM TODAY  We rejoice with Jordon K. and David F. who have brought their son, Ezekiel Edward F., to be baptized today during the 10:45 am service.  Ezekiel was born June 6, 2011.  His sponsors are maternal grandparents, Bob & Teri K.  May the Lord continue to bless and keep Ezekiel in His tender loving care.

SPECIAL BIBLE CLASS  Please join us this morning in the fellowship hall, as Lora Samuelson shares with us stories about and experiences she had during her recent trip to an orphanage in Haiti. 

FATHER’S DAY POT LUCK/SUNDAY SCHOOL FUN DAY  Please join your church family for a delicious pot luck meal, and a relaxed, fun time after the 10:45 am service today.  Early church goers, be sure to come back.  There will also be an Ice Cream Sundae Bar…YUMMY!  Other planned events: games, for both kids and adults, and prize drawings for the dads.

HELPING WITH SLEEPING SPACE  We have housed and will continue to provide sleeping space for individuals and groups who come to help with the tornado relief.  We have acquired bunk beds that have been set up in the Youth Trailer for this purpose.  So, if you see tired, but smiling happy folks on the property, just say “Hi, welcome, and thank you!”  

EVERYONE WELCOME  You are cordially invited to attend the  Highest Praise Concert at Ozark Christian College on Sunday, June 26, 7:00 pm.  Kyle Dickey is a part of this group and will be performing. 

THRIVENT MATCHING FUNDS  If you would like to donate money for tornado relief to either Immanuel or Peace Lutheran in Joplin, Thrivent will match $1.00 for each $3.00 raised.  You can give your donation through Good Shepherd, and we will see that it goes where you have designated it. 

SOFTBALL  The co-ed team plays at 8:30 on Monday evening.  The Tuesday night men’s team will play at 7:30.

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.

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.

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.      

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the narthex after each service.  You will be given a small form that can be carried in you-r wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Sharon R., at Freeman Hospital; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing treatment; the victims of the tornado and those responding to help.

GUEST PASTOR The Rev. Dr. David Johns is our guest Pastor today while Pastor & Gerry are attending a family wedding in the Minneapolis, Minnesota, area.  We appreciate him and always enjoy his message.  Thank you, Pastor Johns.  Pastor Schnackenberg will return on Wednesday.WE THANK Vern W. for leading the adult Bible Study this morning.  We appreciate his willingness to help out.

FATHER’S DAY POT LUCK/SUNDAY SCHOOL FUN DAY Next Sunday bring your favorite pot luck dish, your lawn chairs and any outside games you’d like to play, and join with your church family for a delicious meal, and a relaxed, fun time.  It will all happen after the 10:45 am service.  There will also be an Ice Cream Sundae Bar…YUMMY!  You are welcome to dress casually for church.

HELPING WITH SLEEPING SPACE We have housed and will continue to provide a space for individuals and groups who come to help with the tornado relief.  We have acquired bunk beds that have been set up in the Youth Trailer for this purpose.  So, if you see tired, but smiling happy folks on the property, just say “Hi, and thank you!”

THRIVENT MATCHING FUNDS If you would like to donate money for tornado relief to either Immanuel or Peace Lutheran in Joplin, Thrivent will match $1.00 for each $3.00 raised.  You can give your donation through Good Shepherd, and we will see that it goes where you have designated it.

SOFTBALL The co-ed team plays at 7:30 on Monday evening.  The Tuesday night men’s team will play at 6:30.

CROSSLINES WORK DAY is this Friday beginning at 8:00 am.  If you have an interest in helping, and need more information, give Nan B.

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.

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.

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.

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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER  Sharon R., at Freeman Hospital;  Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing further tests on his spinal cord; the victims of the tornado and those responding to help.

TORNADO HELP  Work crews are being formed to help with cleanup efforts for those effected by the tornado.  This involves cleaning up debris, removing fallen trees, etc. 
  Volunteers are needed at the resource center at Martin Luther  School that involves sorting donations, setting up supplies and helping   families find what they need.
  Meals are needed from time to time, so if you can help with food  preparation, please let us know.
  Cash donations are always needed.  You can give through the con-  gregation and we will direct it to where you want it to go.
  Use the sign up sheets in the Narthex to indicate how you can help.

FEMA INFORMATION  If you know of someone in need, there are brochures on the table in the narthex with more extensive information on how to apply for assistance.  There is also a flyer giving information about disaster unemployment assistance. 

SOFTBALL  The co-ed team plays at 8:30 on Monday evening.  The Tuesday night men’s team will play at 8:30.

CONGREGATIONAL COOKOUT AND SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL BEACH KICK-OFF has been postponed.

THE OVER-50 GOOD SHEPHERDS will meet this Thursday evening at 6:00.

GUEST PASTOR  The Rev. Dr. David Johns will be our guest Pastor next Sunday while Pastor & Gerry attend a family wedding in the Minneapolis, Minnesota, area. 

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.      

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.

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.

ALTAR FLOWERS  You may place your order for altar flowers through Diana E.  The cost will be $25.00.  You can also order from Countryside Flowers and Third Day Creations in Diamond.  Any questions, give Diana a call.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Tom D., recovering from surgery; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing further tests on his spinal cord; the victims of the tornado and those responding to help.

JR CONFIRMATION Three of our young folks will publicly confess their faith this morning through the Rite of Confirmation and one through Holy Baptism during the late service. They are:
Jordan Alexander F., son of Jim F.
Jared Andrew G., son of Greg and Denise G.
Ashlen Anne K., daughter of Cameron and April K.
Amber Lynn M., daughter of Robert M.
We thank God for them and ask Him to bless their public confession to His glory.

GUEST SPEAKER The Rev. Dr. Kevin Golden is our guest speaker this morning for both services. He will also lead the 9:30 Bible Class. It is a walk through the Old Testament under the theme: God’s Name and Your Name. Dr. Golden is the son of Jim & Judy Golden and uncle to confirmand Jared Golden. We are glad to have him and his family here with us for this special day.

TORNADO HELP Work crews are being formed to help with cleanup efforts for those effected by the tornado. This involves cleaning up debris, removing fallen trees, etc. Volunteers will be needed at the resource center at Martin Luther School that involves sorting donations, setting up supplies and helping families find what they need.
Meals are also needed from time to time, so if you can help with food prepar- ation, please let us know.
Cash donations are always needed. You can give through the congregation and we will direct it to where you want it to go.
Use the sign up sheets in the Narthex to indicate how you can help.

SOFTBALL The Monday night co-ed team is not playing this week. The Tuesday night men’s team will play at 6:30.

BREAKFAST IN THE PARK All ladies of the congregation are invited to the annual Breakfast in the Park hosted by the LWML, Saturday, June 4, 10:00 am. Instead of meeting in the park, this year we will meet in the back yard at the home of Judy G., Carthage. In case of rain, we will gather inside the G.’s home. Children are invited to attend with their mothers. Judy G. and Corinne W. the hostesses for this always enjoyable event.

CONGREGATIONAL COOKOUT AND SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL BEACH KICK-OFF Next Sunday, June 5, after the late service, the Youth Group will have their annual congregational cook out along with the Summer Sunday School Kick-off. The day will have a beach theme so plan to dress casual. More information will be in next week’s bulletin and the June Newsletter.

LUTHERAN NIGHT-SPRINGFIELD CARDINALS Friday, June 10, is Lutheran night at the Springfield Cardinals baseball game. Tickets are $7.00 ($1 goes to Lutheran Family & Children’s Services in Springfield). Today is the last day to sign up. Jim G. is our local coordinator. Join with Lutherans throughout the southwest part of Missouri for a Springfield Cardinal game. It’s lots of fun.

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.

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.