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† IN OUR PRAYERS  Stella Q., at Mercy McCune Brooks recovering from surgery for a broken hip; Sue V., recovering from surgery at St. Luke’s; Aaron P., at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis receiving treatment for cancer;  Kathy P., suffering health issues; Jack H., recovering at home; Paula B.,  April K., Sara P., Sara T., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† EASTER EGG HUNT  The LYF will be filling the plastic eggs for the annual Sunday School Easter Egg hunt.  They are asking the congregation for donations of rolls of nickels/dimes, small prizes, or bags of individually wrapped candy.  Your donations can be placed in the container provided in the youth room or they can be dropped off in the church office.  Thanks for your help with this project!

† EASTER BREAKFAST SIGN UP  The Easter breakfast sign up sheet is in the narthex on the round table.  Please take a moment to check it over and then put your name by what you are willing to bring.

† 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!

† LENT  During lent we have weekday services each Wednesday at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. Be sure and utilize these services as part of your Lenten observance.

† SCRIPTURE STUDY  During Lent the Scripture Study Group is meeting a little   earlier, 9:30 am, due to our 11:00 am Lent service.  If you are planning on attending the morning Lent service, you could come a little early and join them!

† LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF  This Lent season, our congregation is taking part in Lutheran World Relief’s Baskets of Promise campaign.  Each week in Lent, we will collect items to form LWR Personal Care Kits that help impoverished people stay healthy in life’s most challenging situations.  This Sunday we are collecting  nail clippers (metal, attached file optional).  Next week we will be collecting bars  of soap.  Please bring your donations to worship next Sunday.  If you have any questions please contact Lora Wacker or Brenda K.  Thanks for your help with this project!

† EASTER LILIES  If you would like to purchase one or more lilies to help adorn our sanctuary on Easter, please use the sign up sheet in the narthex.  The cost is $8.00 each.  Please pay Diana E.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP will meet today at 6:00 pm here at the church.

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  The new Portals of Prayer for the Spring are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

† THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS  Be sure to direct your 2015 Choice Dollars.  Eligible Thrivent Financial members have until March 31, 2016, to direct any remaining 2015 Choice Dollars.  After that date, 2015 Choice Dollars expire.  Through the Thrivent Choice Dollar Program, eligible members have the power to recommend where Thrivent distributes part of its charitable grant funds annually.  You can  direct your Choice Dollars online at thrivent.com/thriventchoice or by phone at (800)847-4826 and when prompted, say Thrivent Choice, Press 1 to direct Dollars or 2 to hear the terms and conditions.  A representative will work with you.  Or you can contact Thrivent Financial Associates: Austin Rice or Thom Mehl (417)232-4800 and they can help you.

† DISASTER ASSISTANCE  There is information posted on the bulletin board in the information area about receiving disaster assistance from FEMA if you were affected by the flooding in December.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others  during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Sue V., recovering from surgery at St. Luke’s; Aaron P., at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis receiving treatment for cancer;  Kathy P., suffering health issues; Jack H., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., Sara P., Sara T., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† EASTER EGG HUNT  The LYF will be filling the plastic eggs for the annual Sunday School Easter Egg hunt.  They are asking the congregation for donations of rolls of nickels/dimes, small prizes, or bags of individually wrapped candy.  Your donations can be placed in the container provided in the youth room or they can be dropped off in the church office.  Thanks for your help with this project!

† EASTER BREAKFAST SIGN UP  The Easter breakfast sign up sheet is in the narthex on the round table.  Please take a moment to check it over and then put your name by what you are willing to bring.

† MEAL DELIVERY  Good Shepherd’s week to deliver meals for the Over-60 Center starts this Monday, March 7, and goes through Friday, March 11.  If you can help with this worthwhile project, please contact Betty E.

† DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME begins next Sunday.  Remember to push your clocks an hour ahead before going to bed Saturday evening.

† MUSIC MEETING  There will be a music meeting tomorrow evening at 6:15 pm.

† LENT  During lent we have weekday services each Wednesday at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. Be sure and utilize these services as part of your Lenten observance.

† SCRIPTURE STUDY  During Lent the Scripture Study Group is meeting a little   earlier, 9:30 am, due to our 11:00 am Lent service.  If you are planning on attending the morning Lent service, you could come a little early and join them!

† LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF  This Lent season, our congregation is taking part in Lutheran World Relief’s Baskets of Promise campaign.  Each week in Lent, we will collect items to form LWR Personal Care Kits that help impoverished people stay healthy in life’s most challenging situations.  This Sunday we are collecting combs.  Next week we will be collecting nail clippers (metal, attached file optional).  Please bring your donations to worship next Sunday.  If you have any questions please contact Lora Wacker or Brenda Kirn.  Thanks for your help with this project!

† EASTER LILIES  If you would like to purchase one or more lilies to help adorn our sanctuary on Easter, please use the sign up sheet in the narthex.  The cost is $8.00 each.  Please pay Diana E.

† LUTHERAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP will meet next Sunday, March 13, at 6:00 pm here at the church.

† THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS  Be sure to direct your 2015 Choice Dollars.  Eligible Thrivent Financial members have until March 31, 2016, to direct any remaining 2015 Choice Dollars.  After that date, 2015 Choice Dollars expire.  Through the Thrivent Choice Dollar Program, eligible members have the power to recommend where Thrivent distributes part of its charitable grant funds annually. You can  direct your Choice Dollars online at thrivent.com/thriventchoice or by phone at (800)847-4826 and when prompted, say Thrivent Choice, Press 1 to direct Dollars or 2 to hear the terms and conditions.  A representative will work with you.  Or you can contact Thrivent Financial Associates: Austin Rice or Thom Mehl (417)232-4800 and they can help you.

† DISASTER ASSISTANCE  There is information posted on the bulletin board in the information area about receiving disaster assistance from FEMA if you were affected by the flooding in December.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others  during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Sue V., recovering from surgery at St. Luke’s; Aaron P., at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis receiving treatment for cancer;  Kathy P., suffering health issues; Jack H., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., Sara P., Sara T., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† EASTER EGG HUNT  The LYF will be filling the plastic eggs for the annual Sunday School Easter Egg hunt.  They are asking the congregation for donations   of rolls of nickels/dimes, small prizes, or bags of individually wrapped candy.  Your donations can be placed in the container provided in the youth room or they can be dropped off in the church office.  Thanks for your help with this project!

† EASTER BREAKFAST SIGN UP  The Easter breakfast sign up sheet is in the narthex on the round table.  Please take a moment to check it over and then put your name by what you are willing to bring.

† MEAL DELIVERY  Good Shepherd’s week to deliver meals for the Over-60 Center is March 7-11.  If you can help with this worthwhile project, please contact Betty E.

† STEPHEN MINISTRY  Last Sunday morning there was a commissioning service for our first ever class of trained Stephen Ministers.  These nine individuals are equipped to serve as an embodiment of Christ’s love to hurting persons in our church and community.  Stephen Ministry of GSLC is now accepting referrals concerning individuals who may benefit from this distinctively Christian, one-on-one, confidential care.  If you are aware of anyone who is in distress because of illness, grief, changes in their life circumstances or any other of the hurts that occur in our earthly journey, please contact Janet C., Earl K., or Pastor Mackie.

† LENT  During lent we have weekday services each Wednesday at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. Be sure and utilize these services as part of your Lenten observance.

† SCRIPTURE STUDY  During Lent the Scripture Study Group is meeting a little earlier, 9:30 am, due to our 11:00 am Lent service.  If you are planning on attending the morning Lent service, you could come a little early and join them!

† THANK YOU to all those who participated in our “Souper Bowl” canned good drive for Crosslines.  Our church donated a total of 647 items.  Thank you for all your help in supporting this worthy cause!

† LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF  This Lent season, our congregation is taking part in Lutheran World Relief’s Baskets of Promise campaign.  Each week in Lent, we will collect items to form LWR Personal Care Kits that help impoverished people stay healthy in life’s most challenging situations.  This Sunday we are collecting toothbrushes (adult size, in the original packaging).  Next week we will be collecting combs.  Please bring your donations to worship next Sunday.  If you have any questions please contact Lora W. or Brenda K. Thanks for your help with this project!

† EASTER LILIES  If you would like to purchase one or more lilies to help adorn our sanctuary on Easter, please use the sign up sheet in the narthex.  The cost is $8.00 each.  Please pay Diana E.

† DISASTER ASSISTANCE  There is information posted on the bulletin board in the information area about receiving disaster assistance from FEMA if you were affected by the flooding in December.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others  during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Sue V., recovering from surgery at St. Luke’s; Aaron P., at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis receiving treatment for cancer;  Kathy P., suffering health issues; Jack H., recovering at home; Paula B., April K., Sara P., Sara T., undergoing treatment for cancer.

† THANK YOU  Thank you so much for your wonderful outpouring of love and support when Ben died.  It’s great to know I can lean on the support from our church at any time.  Thanks to Pastor Mackie for Ben’s service.  Again, thank you for your loving support.  ~ LuVerne C.

† STEPHEN MINISTRY  This morning is the commissioning service for our first ever class of trained Stephen Ministers.  These nine individuals will be equipped to serve as an embodiment of Christ’s love to hurting persons in our church and community.  Stephen Ministry of GSLC is now accepting referrals concerning individuals who may benefit from this distinctively Christian, one-on-one, confidential care.  If you are aware of anyone who is  in distress because of illness, grief, changes in their life circumstances or any other of the hurts that occur in our earthly journey, please contact Janet C., Earl K., or Pastor Mackie.

† EASTER EGG HUNT  The LYF will be filling the plastic eggs for the annual Sunday School Easter Egg hunt.  They are asking the congregation for donations of rolls of nickels/dimes, small prizes, or bags of individually wrapped candy.  Your donations can be placed in the container provided in the youth room or they can be dropped off in the church office.  Thanks for your help with this project!

† LENT  During lent we have weekday services each Wednesday at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. Be sure and utilize these services as part of your   Lenten observance.

† SCRIPTURE STUDY  During Lent the Scripture Study Group is meeting a little earlier, 9:30 am, due to our 11:00 am Lent service.  If you are planning on attending the morning Lent service, you could come a little early and join them!

† VALENTINE’S DAY LADIES’ NIGHT OUT  A big thank you to Brenda K., Judy G. and all those involved in putting together the Ladies’ Night Out dinner.  The food was wonderful and it was a fun evening of fellowship and music.

† EASTER LILIES  If you would like to purchase one or more lilies to help adorn our sanctuary on Easter, please use the sign up sheet in the narthex.  The cost is $8.00 each.  Please pay Diana Endicott.

† THANK YOU to all those who participated in our “Souper Bowl” canned good drive for Crosslines.  Our church donated a total of 647 items.  Thank you for all your help in supporting this worthy cause!

† LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF  This Lent season, our congregation is taking part in Lutheran World Relief’s Baskets of Promise campaign.  Each week in Lent, we will collect items to form LWR Personal Care Kits that help impoverished people stay healthy in life’s most challenging situations.  This Sunday we are collecting bath towels (light weight, preferably dark color, and no larger than 52” x 27”).  Next week we will be collecting toothbrushes (adult size, in the original packaging).  Please bring your donations to worship next Sunday.  If you have any questions please contact Lora Wacker or Brenda Kirn.  Thanks for your help with this project!

† DISASTER ASSISSTANCE  There is information posted on the bulletin board in the information area about receiving disaster assistance from FEMA if you were affected by the flooding in December.

† 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.  Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.

† NURSERY/CRY ROOM  Should your child become distressed or distract others  during the service, a furnished nursery/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

† 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.