† IN OUR PRAYERS Nan B., home from the hospital; Mary F., at Mercy Hospital in Joplin; Howard S., undergoing physical therapy at home; Todd H. (Pastor’s nephew) and Sandy O., recovering from surgery; Royce A. (Wynette Q.’s father),Paula B., Mary C. and Tim S., undergoing treatment for cancer.
† A THANK YOU to Pastor, the Elders, and the voters of the congregation! Very great is my gratitude for the opportunity you have given me to serve our Good Shepherd and assist our Good Shepherd Church in the role of Lay Assistant. Thank you! ~Earl Kirn
† NEW MEMBERS We receive today as new members, Cheri S., by transfer from Neosho, and Bill E., by adult baptism. A warm welcome to both of you. Glad to have you as part of our congregation!
† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (LYF) is leaving for the lake today right after Sunday School & Adult Bible Class. Also, if you plan on attending the Casting Crowns concert on Friday, Oct. 31, in Springfield, MO, your ticket money ($18.00 per ticket) needs to be turned in today so we can purchase the tickets tomorrow.
† MEAL DELIVERY This Monday, Aug. 18, through Friday, Aug. 22, is Good Shepherd’s week to deliver meals for the Over-60 Center. If you can help with this worthwhile project, please contact Betty E.
† WEDNESDAY MORNING SCRIPTURE STUDY will not meet this Wednesday, August 20. Class will resume on Wednesday, August 27.
† IT’S COMING! GSLC is going whole hog! On Sept. 28, GSLC will host a community outreach event and fund raiser featuring a hog roast and a showcase of our musical talent. To express your interest, talk with Rob S. or Earl K.
† THRIVENT MEETING The next Thrivent Chapter meeting will be at 6:30 pm on August, 18 at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend.
† CUSTODIAL POSITION The Board of Trustees is looking for an individual to clean the upstairs portion of the church building. Contact Justin M. or any of the Trustees if you are interested in this position.
† VOTERS NEWS Some items from the Voters’ Meeting on Aug. 3:
+ The treasurer’s report shows our offerings so far this year have not kept up with our expenses by over $8,000.
+ Earl K. has been hired as the Lay Assistant.
+ Kathy S. has been hired as the Nursery attendant.
+ Pastor announced his plans to retire in July 2015.
FLOWER CHART There are several empty dates coming up on the calendar in September. 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 by the water fountain