† IN OUR PRAYERS Andy S.; hospitalized, Carol L., at Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center; Jack H., dealing with multiple health issues; Lydia N., recovering from surgery; Rhonda N., recovering from a fall; Lee Ann C., recovering at home; Earl G., suffering various serious health issues; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.
† BAPTISM We rejoice with Bradley and Donya M. at the baptism of their son, Kanyon Edgar M., in the 8:15 am service this morning. Kanyon was born April 30, 2018. Kanyon’s sponsors are Chris & Cheryl G., Justin M., and Lyndsay C. We ask God to bless this family always with His love and grace.
† CONFIRMATION QUESTIONING Wednesday, May 23, Sophia S. and Russell M. will be questioned about what they have learned in preparation for their confirmation on Sunday, May 27. All interested parties are encouraged to attend.
† WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP GROUP The Women’s Fellowship Group (formerly called the Mom’s Group) will be meeting every 4th Saturday of the month at 10:00 am in the church Fellowship Hall. Any and all women are welcome to join us for brunch and fellowship time. Our next meeting will be this Saturday, May 26. Please join us and feel free to invite others!
† OVER-70 DINNER The youth group is hosting our annual Over-70 Dinner on Sunday, June 3, beginning at 5:30 pm. The evening will include dinner, dessert and entertainment provided by the youth. Congregation members that are 70-years-old or older should expect to see an invitation in the mail. Please RSVP to Libby S. libbyshannon2016@gmail.com.
† ANNUAL FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY CAMPOUT The annual Friday Night Family Campout has been scheduled for June 8 – 9. This event will be held at the “The Fishing Hole” (Dale & Lee Ann B.’ property south of Lockwood). Please contact Dale, with any questions. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex.
† VBS HELPERS Are you interested in helping with this year’s vacation bible school? The theme this year is “Splash Canyon – God’s Promise on Life’s Wild Ride.” The dates will be July 22 – July 26. We are in need of group leaders, group helpers, station assistants, etc. In addition we will be needing some help with our kick-off potluck and water games day which will be held at the church on Saturday, July 21. If you would like to help out with either of these or both, please let Nicole B. or Cindy E. know or you can contact the church office, 358-1325.
† FOOD DRIVE The Christian Education Committee would like for GSLC to help with the spring food drive at Bright Futures. We have chosen the month of May. If you would like to participate, please bring items that are pictured on the collection container provided in the narthex. Thanks for your help with this project.
† FLOWER CHART There are some empty Sundays coming up on the flower chart. 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.