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† IN OUR PRAYERS  Gary D., Greg D.’s brother, after unsuccessful cancer surgery; Tom & Linda D., suffering back pain and other health issues; Gary B., suffering health issues; Janice H., recovering from knee surgery at home; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Paula B., Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† VOTERS’ MEETING  The regular Voters’ Meeting will be held today at  7:00 pm in the fellowship hall.

† CAVE QUEST VBS  Thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s VBS possible!  It takes a lot of help to put such a special event together and we really appreciate all the hard work.  What a wonderful and enjoyable week it was learning about following JESUS, the light of the world.

† VBS EXCESS FOOD  There is a freewill offering basket in the narthex and  some leftover VBS food items.  Please come and see if there is anything you might want/need.

† LCMS NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING  Eight youth members and two adult leaders of our congregation recently returned from the LCMS National Youth Gathering in New Orleans.  They would like to say thank you to GSLC for all the support in helping with their fundraising and in praying for them while they were enjoying this amazing experience together.  The group would like to share with the congregation a little of what occurred during this week long trip.  They will give a presentation today during the Adult Bible Class.  Please come join them to hear them tell about their experience!

† SPECIAL VOTERS’ MEETING  A Voter’s meeting has been scheduled for August 14 at 7:00 pm to review the pastoral candidates submitted by the Call committee.  A brief summary of the candidates will be provided prior to the meeting with the intent of potentially voting to issue a Call to one of the candidates.

† STEPHEN MINISTRY  As Earl has reported in the July newsletter, Good Shepherd will be hosting our second Stephen Ministry class this fall.  This is open to all GSLC members and any other people that might be interested in this caregiving ministry.  After the service today and on August 14,     several Stephen Minsters will be available in the conference room to     provide additional information and to answer questions about becoming a Stephen Minister.  We encourage anyone interested in this ministry to stop in and learn more about this distinctively Christian caregiving ministry.

† LUTHERAN NIGHT AT THE BALLGAME  Friday, August 12, is Lutheran Night with the Springfield Cardinals.  The game starts at 7:10 pm and the ticket price is $9.00, which includes a Springfield Cardinals cap and post-game fireworks.  If you would like to attend, there is a sign-up sheet in the narthex.  The ticket money should to be given to Jim Garoutte no later than August 7.

† LWML will meet this Tuesday at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall.

† 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.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Gary D., Greg D.’s brother, after unsuccessful cancer surgery; Tom & Linda D., suffering back pain and other health issues; Gary B., suffering health issues; Janice H., recovering from knee surgery at home; Stella Q., Sue V., recovering from surgery at St. Luke’s; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Paula B., Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† SPECIAL VOTERS’ MEETING  At a special Voters’ Meeting last Sunday, following the service, the extension of Pastor Mackie’s Intentional Interim Pastor contract was accepted.

† VBS KICK-OFF PARTY  Thanks to Nicole B. and her family for organizing and cooking for a wonderful and well attended VBS kick-off party last Sunday evening!

† CAVE QUEST VBS BEGINS TONIGHT  Vacation Bible School starts this evening, from 6:00– 8:00 pm, with a light dinner at 5:30 pm.  The offerings from VBS this year will go to the Ronald McDonald House in Joplin.  There is a list of items needed on the round table in the narthex.  This year, there will be a study offered for the adults that will coincide with what the children are learning each evening.  Please come and join us in learning about following JESUS, the light of the world.

† LCMS NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING  Eight youth members and two adult leaders of our congregation returned from the LCMS National Youth Gathering in New Orleans this past week.  They would like to say thank you to GSLC for all the support in helping with their fundraising and in praying for them while they were enjoying this amazing experience together.  The group would like to share with the congregation a little of what occurred during this week long trip.  They will give a presentation next Sunday, July 31, during the Adult Bible Class.  Please come join them next Sunday to hear them tell about their experience!

† STEPHEN MINISTRY  As Earl has reported in the July newsletter, Good Shepherd will be hosting our second Stephen Ministry class this fall.  This is open to all GSLC members and any other people that might be interested in this caregiving ministry.  After the service on July 31 and August 14,   several Stephen Minsters will be available in the conference room to     provide additional information and to answer questions about becoming a Stephen Minister.  We encourage anyone interested in this ministry to stop in and learn more about this distinctively Christian caregiving ministry.

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERING $1000 GOAL REACHED  For the first couple of quarters in 2016, both the adult and the children’s Sunday School offerings were being collected to help Children’s Haven in Joplin.  If you are monitoring our progress by watching our bulletin board downstairs you will notice that we reached our $1000 goal.  All 10 gingerbread kids are up! Thanks so much for your support of this project!

WILL IT LAST?  Join us for a free one-hour presentation, Retire Wisely, hosted by Thomas Mehl, CFP,ChFC,CLU. You will have plenty of time to   ask questions.  Dinner will be served.  Event details: Thursday, August 4, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Mulligan’s at Briarbrook Golf Club, 502 Briarbrook Dr, Carl Junction, MO, 64834.  Space is limited, so please RSVP by July 29 to reserve your spot.  Contact Thom at 232-4800 or toll free 888-243-8225

† IN OUR PRAYERS  The C. family, at the death of David C.; Gary D., Greg D.’s brother, after unsuccessful cancer surgery; Tom & Linda D., suffering severe back pain; Gary B., suffering health issues; Janice H., recovering from knee surgery at home; Stella Q., Sue V., recovering from surgery at St. Luke’s; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Paula B., Sara P., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† CONGRATULATIONS  We rejoice with Carlin & Emily P. at the birth of their baby boy, Brock Gene P..  Brock was born July 12, in Joplin, MO.

† SPECIAL VOTERS’ MEETING  A special Voters meeting will take place today, following the service, to vote on an extension of Pastor Mackie’s Intentional Interim Pastor contract.

† VBS KICK-OFF PARTY  Come out to the Carthage Municipal Park this   afternoon for this year’s VBS kick-off party.  The fun will start at 4:00 pm with rides at Kiddie Land.  There is a cook-out at 5:00 pm.  Hot dogs, hamburgers, and drinks will be provided.  Those attending are asked to bring a dish to share.  The festivities will conclude with swimming at the Carthage Municipal Pool from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

† LCMS NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING  There are 8 youth members and 2 adult leaders of our congregation attending the LCMS National Youth Gathering in New Orleans.  Please remember to keep these young people in your prayers as they travel and experience this awesome event together.  Those who want to experience the LCMS youth gathering events in the superdome can find a livestream at http://lcmsgathering.com/. This website has schedules and other ideas about how to participate from afar.  The media savvy may also want to follow Facebook(facebook.com/LCMSYG/) Twitter(@lcmsnyg) Instagram(@lcmsnyg) and/or Snapchat(lcmsnyg).

† TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE CLASS will not meet this Tuesday, July 19.

† VBS SET-UP  Work days for this year’s VBS will be this Thursday, July 21, at 6:00 pm and (if needed) Saturday, July 23, at 9:00 am, for anyone who wants to come and help set-up decorations and props to make this year’s VBS really come to life.

† LYF FIREWORKS STAND  Thanks to all of you who came and supported our LYF at the fireworks stand.  It was a very successful fundraiser for them!

† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERING $1000 GOAL REACHED  For the first couple of quarters in 2016, both the adult and the children’s Sunday School offerings were being collected to help Children’s Haven in Joplin.  If you are monitoring our progress by watching our bulletin board downstairs you will notice that we reached our $1000 goal.  All 10 gingerbread kids are up! Thanks so much for your support of this project!

† VBS REGISTRATION  Vacation Bible School will be held July 24 – 28, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, with a light dinner at 5:30 pm each evening.  There are registration forms on the round table in the narthex.

INVITATION  Members of Zion Lutheran Church, 102 West Jackson, Pittsburg, KS, invite you to join them in observing their church’s 140^th anniversary on July 24.  Activities include: 10:30 am worship service followed by a potluck dinner; 2:00 pm anniversary worship service followed by a reception and refreshments