† IN OUR PRAYERS Carlin P., recovering from shoulder surgery; Helen, Clarice O.’s daughter, recovering from surgery; Gary B., suffering health issues; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Paula B., Gary D., Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer.
† CALL APPROVED After reviewing the pastoral candidates submitted by the Call Committee at the Special Voters’ Meeting held last Sunday evening, it was voted to issue a Call to Reverend Derek Roberts.
† MEAL DELIVERY Thank you to all those who helped with the Over 60 Center meal delivery this past week. What a great way to help support our local community! The Area Agency on Aging will be hosting a volunteer appreciation night for all those who helped. The event will take place on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Carthage Senior Center. There will be pizza and prizes. Please RSVP no later than Sept. 10 to (417)358-4741.
† SUNDAY SCHOOL RALLY DAY is next Sunday, August 28. There will be a balloon launch and special activities during Sunday School. That evening, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, there will be a Rally Day Slumber Party with movies, games, and snacks. We won’t actually sleep over (it’s a school night) but feel free to come in your PJ’s if you’d like.
† SHEPHERD’S OWN After a brief summer hiatus, The Shepherd’s Own will resume weekly rehearsals beginning on Wednesday, September 14. Rehearsals are held 6:30-7:30 pm. If you enjoy singing praises to the Lord in four-part harmony, and fellowship with a fun group of sinner-saints, now would be a good time to join the group – no audition required!
† GSLC BAND will resume there regular practices on Wednesday, Sept. 7, at 5:30 – 6:30 pm.
† Nominating Committee If you would be willing to serve on the nominating committee this fall please contact Dave Wacker. The nominating committee is responsible for providing a slate of willing individuals to serve in elected positions of our Lord’s church here at Good Shepherd.
† Organist Needed If you or someone you know can play the piano or organ and would be willing to play for church one Sunday per month, please let Pastor or Greg Golden know. We are looking to add another player to the organist roster!
† BACK TO TWO SERVICES Starting Sunday, September 4, we will return to our regular two services. Worship services will be at 8:15 and 10:45 am with Sunday School and Adult Bible Class at 9:30 am.
† 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.
† 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.