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† IN OUR PRAYERS  Kady E., Ed & Betty’s granddaughter, recovering from a car accident; LuVerne C., undergoing treatment for a lymphoma; Carol L., at Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center; Jack H., dealing with multiple health issues; Lee Ann C., recovering at home; Earl G., suffering from ALS; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., Vonda R., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† SURVEY ANNOUNCEMENT  The Board of Elders is conducting a survey of the congregation concerning worship service times and number of services.  The surveys will be available after the service in the back.  When you pick one up, check your name off the list.  Surveys will be mailed to those who were not able to pick up a copy in person.  If you do not see your name on the list, please add it at the end.  If you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to the elders: Dave W., Michael G., John N., Shawn P., and Bradley M.

† SERVICE TIMES  GSLC will be staying on the summer service schedule until the question about one or two services is settled as per the voter’s resolution.  We will continue with church being held at 9:00 am and Adult Bible Class & Sunday School following at 10:30 am.

† JR CONFIRMAND ANNOUNCEMENT  Today, during the Bible Class hour, Pastor would like to meet with the confirmation students and their parents about the upcoming year of instruction.  The group will meet in the conference room right after the bubble launch for Rally Day.

† RALLY DAY/POTLUCK  Today, to celebrate the end of our summer unit and beginning of our new Sunday School quarter, we will have a bubble launch at the beginning of the Sunday School hour and a congregational potluck after Sunday School.  There will be some special activities during the Sunday School hour and those students entering the 3^rd grade this year will receive a Bible from the Christian Education Committee.  Come join us in celebrating our new Sunday School Year!

† SHEPHERD’S OWN  After a summer break, the Shepherd’s Own men’s choir will be having a meeting on Wednesday, September 5, at 6:30 pm in the rear of the sanctuary to plan their new season of music ministry.  Shepherd’s Own is in need of additional voices.  If you have time to commit to a regular schedule of rehearsals and performances, a good ear for acapella harmony, and enjoy singing praises to the Lord, you are most welcome to join this group.  Please speak with John Nicholas or any other Shepherd’s Own member if you are interested or need additional information.

† TIM & HOPE MEHL  If you missed their presentation or are looking for information about Tim and Hope Mehl, who spoke about being missionaries/teachers in Taiwan, it is available on the round table in the narthex.

† SUMMER QUARTER OFFERINGS  The offerings from Adult Bible class/Sunday School and VBS for the summer quarter will be going to Watered Gardens Gospel Rescue Missions in Joplin.  A donation of $15.00 provides one bed for one night.  For that amount, a shower, hygiene items, a set of clothing/shoes, a bed and laundry facilities are provided.  Let’s see how many nights GSLC can provide with our summer offerings.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Kady E., Ed & Betty’s granddaughter, recovering from a car accident; LuVerne C., undergoing treatment for a lymphoma; Carol L., at Webb City Health and Rehabilitation Center; Jack H., dealing with multiple health issues; Lee Ann C., recovering at home; Earl G., suffering from ALS; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† SURVEY ANNOUNCEMENT  The Board of Elders is conducting a survey of the congregation concerning worship service times and number of services.  The surveys will be available after the service in the back.  When you pick one up, check your name off the list.  Surveys will be mailed to those who were not able to pick up a copy in person.  If you do not see your name on the list, please add it at the end.  If you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to the elders: Dave W., Michael G., John N., Shawn P., and Bradley M.

† SERVICE TIMES  GSLC will be staying on the summer service schedule   until the question about one or two services is settled as per the voter’s resolution.  We will continue with church being held at 9:00 am and Adult Bible Class & Sunday School following at 10:30 am.

† JR CONFIRMAND ANNOUNCEMENT  On Sunday, August 26, during the Bible Class hour, Pastor would like to meet with the confirmation students and their parents about the upcoming year of instruction.  The group will meet in the conference room right after the bubble launch for Rally Day.

† 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.

† WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP GROUP  The Women’s Fellowship Group will meet this Saturday, August 25 at 10:00 am in the church Fellowship Hall.  Any and all women are welcome to join us for brunch and fellowship time.  Please join us and feel free to invite others!

† RALLY DAY/POTLUCK  The summer quarter of Sunday School ends on Sunday, August 26.  That Sunday, to celebrate the end of our summer unit and beginning of our new Sunday School quarter, we will have a bubble launch at the beginning of the Sunday School hour and a congregational potluck after Sunday School.  There will also be some special activities  during the Sunday School hour and those students entering the 3^rd grade this year will receive a Bible from the Christian Education Committee.  There is a sign up sheet on the round table in the narthex for the potluck. Let us know what you are bringing so we can make sure we have everything covered!

† TIM & HOPE MEHL  If you missed their presentation or are looking for information about Tim and Hope Mehl, who spoke about being missionaries/teachers in Taiwan, it is available on the round table in the narthex.

† SUMMER QUARTER OFFERINGS  The offerings from Adult Bible class/Sunday School and VBS for the summer quarter will be going to Watered Gardens Gospel Rescue Missions in Joplin.  A donation of $15.00 provides one bed for one night.  For that amount, a shower, hygiene items, a set of clothing/shoes, a bed and laundry facilities are provided.  Let’s see how many nights GSLC can provide with our summer offerings.