† IN OUR PRAYERS Sue V., suffering mobility issues due to her left foot, so she will be having surgery in February; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Jack H., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., Sara P., Sara T., undergoing treatment for cancer.
† BAPTISM We rejoice with Bradley and Donya M. at the baptism of their daughter, Kyris Elsie M., during the 8:15 am service this morning. Kyris was born December 3, 2015. Her sponsors are Justin M. and Cheryl G. God be with this family as they grow in His grace and love.
† DIALOG EVENTS Many have participated in events led by Good Shepherd’s IIM
Transition team. Participants describe their connection to Good Shepherd and listen to other members doing the same. Hoping to reach as many members as
possible, the team has two more scheduled events this month. Between worship services today and after the late service next Sunday, team members will lead sessions in the conference room near to the main entryway. Your involvement will help your church prepare for new leadership. Please make time to participate.
† CHRISTIAN EDUCATION With the start of a new year it’s time again to set the calendar of events for Christian Education in 2016. There will be a planning meeting on January 31, after the late service. Anyone currently involved in or interested in getting involved in our Christian Education program is encouraged to attend. There will be a light lunch provided during the meeting.
† SAVE THE DATE The Annual Ladies Night Out Dinner is set for Sunday, February 14 at 5:00 pm. Make plans to join us for this fun evening. Please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex, or call the church office, 358-1325, if you plan to attend, so we will know how much food to prepare.
† OFFERING STATEMENTS The 2015 offering statements are on the round table in the narthex. If you need your statement mailed, please contact the church office, 358-1325.
† LERT TRAINING People with emergency response training can be given access to managed disaster zones to offer assistance. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin will offer Lutheran Early Response Team (LERT) training on Saturday February 27, 2016 from 8 AM to 4 PM. Registration fee is $35 which includes manual, LCMS volunteer vest and lunch. This will include FEMA training and you will receive a FEMA card. For more information contact Kenneth Eby at (417) 529-0143 or K-eby@att.net. There are forms about the LERT training on the round table in the narthex.
† VOTERS’ MEETING The regular Voters’ Meeting is scheduled for this evening at 7:00 pm. Along with the regular business, a call committee will need to be approved to begin the call process.
† HEAD START ON SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY Through the month of January we are asking for canned soup, dried beans and rice to help fill the shelves at Crosslines of Carthage. Bring your donations and place them in the round container in the narthex or the shopping cart in the entry downstairs. If you would prefer to give a monetary donation there are envelopes on the round table in the narthex. The envelopes can be returned to Nan Borg or dropped off at the church office. Everyone wins when we team up to help!
† 2016 USHER SCHEDULES are on the round table in the narthex. If you have any questions you can contact Tom D. or the church office at 358-1325.
† FLOWER CHART, 2016 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 next to the water fountain in the hallway. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.
† 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.