Announcements

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Sonny E., recovering from neck surgery; Katherine R., recovering from surgery for a broken hip;Wynette Q., recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumor;Sue V., at St. Luke’s receiving rehab after a broken hip; Jack H., at St. Luke’s dealing with multiple health issues;Kathy P., suffering health issues; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† SPRINGFIELD CARDINALS LUTHERAN NIGHT  On Friday, May 31, the Springfield Cardinals will be having Lutheran Night at the ballpark.  The game time is 7:00 pm.  Tickets, which are $9.00, will include a Springfield Cardinals cap.  There will also be post-game fireworks that night.  If you have questions, please contact Jim Garoutte, 540-4361.  There is a sign-up sheet on the round table in the narthex.  The deadline for payment is next Sunday, May 19.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL NURSERY  The Christian Education Committee would like to try to offer a nursery option for parents wanting to attend Bible Class starting in June.  Regular Sunday School classes begin at age 3 and there are teachers for those classes.  For children under 3 years old we would like to offer a place for supervised play, snack, and a very short   simple age appropriate Jesus message.  All materials and snacks will be provided in the nursery classroom.  There is a sign up sheet located by the door of the nursery room for people wanting to help out in this classroom.  You can also call the church office, 358-1325,  if you are willing to sign up.

† CONFIRMATION QUESTIONING  Wednesday, May 22, Brett B., Madeleine G., Savannah K., Charles S., Jacy T., and Emmalee W. will be questioned about what they have learned in preparation for confirmation on Sunday, May 26.  All interested parties are encouraged to attend.

† MARK YOUR CALENDAR  The annual Friday Night Family Campout has been scheduled for June 7 – 8.  This event will be held at the “The Fishing Hole” (Dale & Lee Ann Beshears’ property south of Lockwood).  Please contact Dale, with any questions.  There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERING  The Spring quarter offerings from both   Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will be going to LovinGrace in Joplin.  This is a faith based organization that provides a Christian-based approach for helping young women who have aged-out of foster care, are homeless, or have limited support systems to obtain the skills and education they need to live a productive life on their own.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office 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.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Sonny E., recovering from neck surgery;               Katherine R., recovering from surgery for a broken hip;Wynette Q., recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumor; Sue V., at St. Luke’s receiving rehab after a broken hip; Jack H., at St. Luke’s dealing with multiple health issues; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† PRESENTATION  Today, during Bible Study, Lydia N. will be talking about and sharing pictures from her mission trip to Mexico.

† BREAKFAST IN THE PARK  LWML will host their annual Breakfast in the Park on Saturday, May 11, at 10:00 am for all ladies of the congregation.   It will be held at Jennifer S.’s home, in Carthage.

       Hostesses are Jennifer Shannon and Libby S.  Come enjoy a relaxing    fun morning with your fellow women from Good Shepherd.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL NURSERY  The Christian Education Committee would like to try to offer a nursery option for parents wanting to attend Bible Class starting in June.  Regular Sunday School classes begin at age 3 and there are teachers for those classes.  For children under 3 years old we would like to offer a place for supervised play, snack, and a very short   simple age appropriate Jesus message.  All materials and snacks will be provided in the nursery classroom.  There is a sign up sheet located by the door of the nursery room for people wanting to help out in this classroom.  You can also call the church office, 358-1325,  if you are willing to sign up.

† MARK YOUR CALENDAR  The annual Friday Night Family Campout has been scheduled for June 7 – 8.  This event will be held at the “The Fishing Hole” (Dale & Lee Ann B.’ property south of Lockwood).  Please contact Dale, with any questions.  Watch for a sign-up sheet and directions in the narthex.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERING  The Spring quarter offerings from both   Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will be going to LovinGrace in Joplin.  This is a faith based organization that provides a Christian-based approach for helping young women who have aged-out of foster care, are homeless, or have limited support systems to obtain the skills and education they need to live a productive life on their own.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office 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.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Katherine R., recovering from surgery for a broken hip; Mary Beth C., recovering from a broken wrist; Wynette Q., recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumor;Sue V., at St. Luke’s in Carthage receiving rehab after a broken hip; Jack H., at St. Luke’s dealing with multiple health issues;  Kathy P., suffering health issues; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† BAPTISM  We rejoice with Alex and Hannah R. at the baptism of their daughter, Violet Marie R. in the service this morning.  Violet was    born March 14, 2019.  Her sponsors are Rev. Jeff and Sarah Dukeman and Allison R.  We ask God to bless this family always with His love and grace.

† EASTER THANK YOU  What a beautiful Easter morning!  Thanks to all those who had a hand in making it all so wonderful.  Special thanks to  everyone who helped put the Easter Breakfast together.  Thanks to those who donated to the Easter egg hunt and the youth for taking care of it.  Thanks to all who donated lilies and those who help decorate the church.  And what terrific weather, praise be to God!

† LWML SPRING RALLY will be held at Grace in Aurora this afternoon.  The theme is “The Truth will Set You Free”.  Registration is at 2:30 pm and the Rally begins at 3:00 pm. 

† PRESENTATION  On Sunday, May 5, during Bible Study, Lydia Nicholas will be talking about and sharing pictures from her mission trip to Mexico.

† BREAKFAST IN THE PARK  LWML will host their annual Breakfast in the Park on Saturday, May 11, at 10:00 am for all ladies of the congregation.   It will be held at Jennifer Shannon’s home, in Carthage.

       Hostesses are Jennifer S. and Libby S.  Come enjoy a relaxing    fun morning with your fellow women from Good Shepherd.

† DOUG S. would like to say a heartfelt thank you for graciously letting him plant and talk about the dogwood tree.  He really enjoyed it and it made his whole day special! 

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERING  The Spring quarter offerings from both   Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will be going to LovinGrace in Joplin.  This is a faith based organization that provides a Christian-based approach for helping young women who have aged-out of foster care, are homeless, or have limited support systems to obtain the skills and education they need to live a productive life on their own.

† LWML QUARTERLIES  The LWML Spring quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† SUMMER HELP WANTED  Doug S. is looking for a Jr High or High School aged student to help him out with light yard work on Saturdays this summer.  If you would like to earn some extra money this summer and are available Saturdays, contact Doug.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Katherine R., recovering from surgery for a broken hip; Mary Beth C., recovering from a broken wrist; Wynette Q., recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumor;Sue V., at St. Luke’s in Carthage receiving rehab after a broken hip; Jack H., at St. Luke’s dealing with multiple health issues; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† EASTER EGG HUNT  The Easter Egg hunt will be held after the service around 10:30 am (once the eggs are all hidden).  If you would like to      participate please meet downstairs in the Sunday School Fellowship area for some instructions before we begin.  

† LWML SPRING RALLY will be held at Grace in Aurora next Sunday,      April 28.  The theme is “The Truth will Set You Free”.  Registration is at 2:30 pm and the Rally begins at 3:00 pm. 

† BREAKFAST IN THE PARK  LWML will host their annual Breakfast in the Park on Saturday, May 11, at 10:00 am for all ladies of the congregation.   It will be held at Jennifer S.’s home, in Carthage.

       Hostesses are Jennifer Shannon and Libby Shannon.  Come enjoy a relaxing fun morning with your fellow women from Good Shepherd.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERING  The Spring quarter offerings from both   Sunday School and Adult Bible Class will be going to LovinGrace in Joplin.  This is a faith based organization that provides a Christian-based approach for helping young women who have aged-out of foster care, are homeless, or have limited support systems to obtain the skills and education they need to live a productive life on their own.

† GRADUATES  In the May issue of the Shepherd’s Staff we want to          recognize all those who are graduating or have graduated this school year from either high school, college, or trade school. If you would like your student included, please submit a photo along with a bio to the church office by Tuesday, April 23. 

† EASTER LILIES  Thanks to everyone who helped beautify the sanctuary with lilies!

† LWML QUARTERLIES  The LWML Spring quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† SUMMER HELP WANTED  Doug S. is looking for a Jr High or High School aged student to help him out with light yard work on Saturdays this summer.  If you would like to earn some extra money this summer and are available Saturdays, contact Doug.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.

† 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.