† IN OUR PRAYERS The D. family, at the death of Linda; Barbara S., recovering from shoulder surgery; Stella Q., at Silver Creek, (3321 Texas Ave, Joplin, MO 64804), struggling with her loss of memory; Kes & Betty K., dealing with various health & mobility issues; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Mary C., Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer.
† BAPTISM We rejoice with Christopher and Amber W. at the baptism of their son, Ryan Christopher W., during the 10:45 am service this morning. Ryan was born December 23, 2016. His witnesses are Craig and Melissa S. God be with this family as they grow in His grace and love.
† THANK YOU for your contributions to Good Shepherd’s holiday gift to me and for the other gifts, cards, prayers and expressions of support over the Christmas through Epiphany season. Though I am only an interim worker (really, after 17 months I am still only a temp), you have welcomed me into your family of faith. I am thankful our gracious heavenly Father has called me to serve here for a time. ~Pastor Mackie
† COMFORT DOG TEAM VISIT Today, during the Sunday School/Adult Bible Class hour, the Comfort Dog Team from Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin will be here to give a presentation on what their program is all about and to talk about the opportunities they have to serve others. GSLC will also present them with our donation from our Sunday School offerings we have been collecting over the last two quarters. Please, come downstairs and join us to meet the dogs, their handlers and hear about this wonderful program located so close to us!
† 2017 CHURCH OFFICERS INSTALLED TODAY We are grateful to the following members of the congregation who were selected to serve this year in the following positions:
President: Mike S.
Vice-President: Bradley M.
Secretary: Robin L.
Treasurer: Jim B.
Financial Secretary: Luke H.
Elders: Rick C., Michael G., Greg G.
Don L., John N., Shawn P.
Trustees: Doug D., David E., Joe L., Doug S., Bob S., Walter R.
Dir. of Christian Ed: Cindy E.
† SECRET SISTERS If you didn’t get a chance to sign up to participate in the 2017 Secret Sister Program, there is still time. There are forms on the round table in the narthex. If you haven’t already turned in a form and would like to participate please fill one out and return to the church office by Jan. 15.
† 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!
† LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS It’s about your faith, your church, your world. Subscription cost is $15.96. A sign up sheet is on the round table in the narthex and you can pay by simply writing a check to Good Shepherd and putting Lutheran Witness in the memo line.
OFFERING ENVELOPES 2017 offering envelopes are on the information table in the narthex. Please remember to discard your 2016 envelopes and use only the 2017 envelopes. If you do not see your name and want envelopes, please contact the church office. Likewise, if you prefer not to use them and see your name, simply write NO on the label