Announcements — April 27, 2014

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Savanna J., undergoing tests; Mary C., Mike D., Tim S., and Andrea H. (Joann W.’s mother), undergoing treatment for cancer.

† OUR THANKS to everyone who helped with the Easter Services, breakfast and special activities for our children.  You are greatly appreciated.

† EASTER EGGS  The Lutheran Youth Fellowship would like to thank the congregation for all the wonderful donations made for the Easter egg hunt.  The kids had a great time and enjoyed the treats!

† VOTERS’ MEETING  There will be a voters’ meeting next Sunday,    May 4, at 7:00 pm.

† THE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION APPRECIATION DINNER is tonight at 5:00 pm.  This event is for anyone and everyone who has ever been involved as a teacher, helper, leader, and support service provider with Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Youth Group and Christian Education.  The evening will include a black light puppet show, a wonderful dinner, and guest speaker, Jason Glaskey, DCE at Immanuel Lutheran in Joplin.  Children are especially invited to attend. This event is sponsored by a generous individual interested in Christian education.

† JR CONFIRMATION AND MIDWEEK CLASSES will start their summer break just a little bit early this year because Pastor will be heading to Germany.  These classes will only meet for the next two Wednesdays, April 30 and May 7.

† LWML is collecting baby items as an in-gathering for the Spring Zone Rally on May 4.  Donated items will be taken to the Rally in Aurora and then be given to the Pregnancy Resource Center.  A basket is in the narthex if you’d like to help.  Thank you!

† NEW BIBLE STUDY GROUP   There is a new Scripture Study Group meeting on Wednesday mornings at 10:30.  It is focused on the issues that go along with getting older.  Earl Kirn is leading this study and encourages anyone interested in this topic to come and join the group.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (LYF)  The LYF will meet here at the church next Sunday, May 4, at 6:00 pm.

† NURSERY ATTENDANT  We are in need of a Nursery Attendant for the 10:45 worship service on Sunday mornings.  The Attendant must be 18 years or older, be able to lift children, must pass a background check, care for the children in the nursery starting at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings, keep the Nursery clean and sanitized, and maintain appropriate and safe toys.  The position pays $20.00 per Sunday.  You may pick up a complete position description in the church office.  If you are interested, please leave a brief resume with the church office.  Please do so ASAP.  The Board of Elders will make the final decision as to whom will be hired.