Announcements

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Brian O., undergoing treatments for bone cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† THANK YOU to Vicar Peder Saethre who is handling our worship service and Adult Bible Class while Pastor Mehl and his family are on vacation.

† VBS WORK DAY  If you would like to help out with getting things ready for VBS please join us for the VBS Work Day scheduled for Saturday, July 15, beginning at 9:00 am. There will be tasks ranging from organizational and clerical to artistic and creative, so there is something for everyone!!

† GOD’S LIVING WATER VBS is scheduled for Sunday, July 23 – Thursday, July 27, from  6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Student registration pages are available in the Christian Education area outside the sanctuary if you prefer to complete a printed form.  Or you may also register at: vbsmate.com/gslcarthage.  If you would like to receive this year’s VBS T-shirt please make sure to register by July 5.  It’s also not too late to volunteer!  If you are interested in helping, you can complete the form available in the narthex.  We would love to have your help!!  If you have questions you can contact Petra McGuire, pmcguirephd@gmail.com.

† TREASURER’S UPDATE  For the six months ending June 30, our income totaled $104,828 and our expenses totaled $105,663 leaving us with a deficit of $835.

† POSITION OPEN  Little Lambs Christian Childcare, a Ministry of Faith Lutheran Church, has an opening  for the Director position for their expanding Childcare Facility.  Current enrollment is up to 30 children, ages 6 weeks through 5 y/o. The ideal candidate will see their position not just as a job, but a calling to    serve Christ and His people, as well as an opportunity to expand His Kingdom   in addition to providing love and quality care to children.  Please send resume to:  Faith Lutheran Church, 2134 Grand Ave., Carthage, MO 64836 or email faithismychurch@gmail.com.

SUNDAY SCHOOL  Good Shepherd will take a break from Sunday School classes for the summer.  Sunday School will kick off again with Rally Day in September.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Brian O., undergoing treatments for bone cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† GOD’S LIVING WATER VBS 2023 is scheduled for Sunday, July 23 – Thursday, July 27, from  6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Student registration pages are available in the Christian Education area outside the sanctuary if you prefer to complete a  printed form.  Or you may also register at: vbsmate.com/gslcarthage.  If you would like to receive this year’s VBS T-shirt please make sure to register by July 5.  It’s also not too late to volunteer!  If you are interested in helping, you can complete the form available in the narthex.  If you have questions you can contact Petra M., pmcguirephd@gmail.com.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The Summer Portals of Prayer are available on the information table in the Narthex.

† THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY will not meet the next two Thursdays.  It will resume on July 13.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL  Good Shepherd will take a break from Sunday School classes for the summer.  Sunday School will kick off again with Rally Day in September.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Brian O., undergoing treatments for bone cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† VBS 2023  Believe it or not, VBS is right around the corner.  If you haven’t already marked your calendar, VBS is scheduled for Sunday, July 23 – Thursday, July 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Student registration is NOW OPEN, and we    can’t wait to know who will be joining us for the fun this summer!  Student   registration pages are available in the Christian Education area outside the  sanctuary if you prefer to complete a printed form.  Or you may also register   at: vbsmate.com/gslcarthage.  It’s also not too late to volunteer!  If you are  interested in helping complete the form available in the narthex.  We would love to have your help!!  If you have questions you can contact Petra McGuire, pmcguirephd@gmail.com.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The Summer Portals of Prayer are available on the information table in the Narthex.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL  Good Shepherd will take a break from Sunday School classes for the summer.  Sunday School will kick off again with Rally Day in September.

† JOB OPPORTUNITY  Martin Luther School in Joplin, MO currently is looking to fill two positions: an interim principal for one year working three days a week.  And a full-time Kindergarten teacher.  This would also be a one year position.  For more information please call Betty at 417-622-7218.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Brian O., undergoing treatments for bone cancer; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† VBS 2023  Believe it or not, VBS is right around the corner.  If you haven’t already marked your calendar, VBS is scheduled for Sunday, July 23 – Thursday, July 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Student registration is NOW OPEN, and we    can’t wait to know who will be joining us for the fun this summer!  Student registration pages are available in the Christian Education area outside the  sanctuary if you prefer to complete a printed form.  Or you may also register at: vbsmate.com/gslcarthage.  It’s also not too late to volunteer!  If you are  interested in helping complete the form available in the narthex.  We would love to have your help!!  If you have questions you can contact Petra M., pmcguirephd@gmail.com.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The Summer Portals of Prayer are available on the information table in the Narthex.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL  Good Shepherd will take a break from Sunday School classes for the summer.  Sunday School will kick off again with Rally Day in September.

† JOB OPPORTUNITY  Martin Luther School in Joplin, MO currently is looking to fill two positions: an interim principal for one year working three days a week.  And a full-time Kindergarten teacher.  This would also be a one year position.  For more information please call Betty at 417-622-7218.