† IN OUR PRAYERS Sara P., undergoing tests; Ruth H., Letitia L., receiving rehab at NHC Healthcare of Joplin; Carol L., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., undergoing treatment for cancer.
† BAPTISM We rejoice with Melissa and Jeremy R. at the baptism of their son, Grayson William R., and in the recognition of the baptism of his sister, Addison Cuquet, during the late service this morning. Grayson was born March 5, 2015. His sponsors are Jeff U. and Angel B. Addison was born February 20, 2008 and her sponsors are Dale B. and Teresa W. God be with this family as they grow in His grace and love.
† BAPTISMS We rejoice with Korbin Mitchell F. and Kelton Odell A. at their baptisms this morning. Korbin was born June 6, 2003, and Kelton September 25, 2007, and are the sons of Donya. Korbin’s sponsors are Paula C. and Justin M. Kelton’s sponsors are Heath C. and Cheryl M. We ask God to bless this family always with His love and grace.
† LYF MEETING this evening at the church at 6:00 pm. All youth members and their parents are encouraged to attend so we can finalize plans for the Potato Dinner that is coming up. They will also be making plans for the upcoming lock-in to welcome the new confirmands.
† SPECIAL VOTERS’ MEETING This evening, at 7:00 pm, there will be a voters’ meeting to act on the Elders’ recommendation to issue a call to Pastor Roger Mackie to serve as our Intentional Interim Pastor. Pastor Mackie’s home town is Rockford, MI. More information will be shared at the meeting.
† GRIEF SUPPORT Our Comfort in Sorrow (Grief Support Gathering) will meet this Thursday, May 21, at 5:00 pm.
† BAKED POTATO DINNER The Lutheran Youth Fellowship (LYF) is planning a Baked Potato Dinner for Sunday, May 31, after the late service. There will be a potato bar with a variety of toppings, drinks, and desserts! This will be a fundraising event for the National Youth Gathering that the group will be attending in the summer of 2016. It would be great to have the whole congregation come together and enjoy lunch, fellowship and support our youth!
† CHOIR A special choir, directed by Sue S., will be forming for the summer. We would like to have as many voices as possible. Practices will be on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm. For questions, please contact Sue S. or Linda D.
† ANNUAL FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY CAMPOUT has been scheduled for May 29 – 30. This event will be held at the “The Fishing Hole” (Dale & Lee Ann B.’ property south of Lockwood). There is information and a sign up sheet on the round table in the narthex.
† BIRTHDAY OPEN HOUSE FOR STELLA QUADE Today from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, there will be an open house to celebrate Stella Q.’s 94th birthday. It will be held at St. Luke’s Nursing Center in the dining area on the southeast side. Cards can be sent to her at St. Luke’s Nursing Center, 1220 E. Fairview, Rm. 307, Carthage, MO 64836.
† SUMMER WORSHIP Starting June 7, for the summer months, we will have one worship service on Sunday and it will begin at 9:00 am. Sunday School and Bible class will be at 10:30 am.