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IN OUR PRAYERS  Corinne W., recovering from surgery;  Eddie L., recovering at home; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.
 
THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
 3/24—2 Sam. 1-4   3/27—2 Sam. 11-14  3/30—2 Sam. 19-20
 3/25—2 Sam. 5-7   3/28—Various
 3/26—2 Sam. 8-10  3/29—2 Sam. 15-18

OUR THANKS to everyone who helped with the Easter Services, breakfast and special activities for our children.  You are greatly appreciated.

BAPTISM TODAY  We rejoice with Hans & Laura D., who’s son, Jasper Cole, will be baptized in the late service this morning.  Jasper was born Feb. 19, 2013.  His sponsors are Joni S. and Lars D.  His maternal grandparents are Greg & Caryn D.  We pray for continued blessings on Jasper and his family.

LOVE OFFERING  At the Easter Breakfast this morning the LWML will not be asking for a free will offering, but we will be taking up a love offering which will go to Redeemer Lutheran Church, Kansas City.  Rev. Brad Zerkel, a past member of Good Shepherd, is their Pastor.  The church was heavily damaged by a fire several months ago.

LWML MEETING  The LWML will have their monthly meeting this Tuesday evening at 6:30.  Hostess will be Mary P., who will also have the topic. Devotion will be led by Rhonda Nicholas.  All ladies of the congregation are invited.

YOUTH GROUP RUMMAGE SALE  Sat., April 6, the Youth will be having their rummage sale at the church trailer.  It will begin at 7:00 am.  All proceeds will go to help fund the Youth Group attending the National Gathering in TX in July. 

LWML BAKE SALE  The April LWML mission project is to have a bake sale that coincides with the Youth rummage sale on Saturday, and then to donate all proceeds to the Youth for their trip.  Not a member of the LWML but would like to help out by making something?  Please feel free.  The more items we can offer for sale, the better.  Ladies, please have your items to the church by 1:00 pm on Friday or before 7:00 am on Sat.  Thank you.

THURSDAY AM BIBLE STUDY AND FELLOWSHIP  Ever thought about joining the Bible Study, led by Pastor, held on Thursday mornings?  Now is a good time because we will begin studying the New Testament Book of Acts on April 4.  Please join us in the fellowship hall for this informal, always informative study of God’s word.  Class begins at 9:30 after coffee, goodies and some fellowship.  

SURVEY  If you have not yet taken the survey about our summer worship schedule, you can still do so.  The sheets are on the round table in the narthex.  Please put your completed survey sheet in the blue box on the table.

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.

FLOWER CHART  There are lots of empty dates on the calendar.  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.

IN OUR PRAYERS Nicole K., recovering from a medical procedure; Corinne W., recovering from surgery; Ron S., at Freeman Hospital; Eddie L., at Landmark Hospital, Joplin; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
3/24—2 Sam. 1-4 3/27—2 Sam. 11-14 3/30—2 Sam. 19-20
3/25—2 Sam. 5-7 3/28—Various
3/26—2 Sam. 8-10 3/29—2 Sam. 15-18

BAPTISM TODAY We rejoice with Nathan & Elizabeth D. whose son, Connor Michael, will be baptized in the early service today. Connor was born Feb. 22, 2013. His sponsors are paternal grandmother, Gaye Lynn D., and his uncle, Michael D. May the Lord bless and keep this family in His tender care.

HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
Wednesday Evening—Classes return to previous time schedules
Maundy Thursday Communion Service—11:00 am., 7:00 pm.
Good Friday Tenebrae Service—11:00 am., 7:00 pm.
Easter Early Communion Service—7:30 am.
Easter Breakfast—8:30 am.
Easter Egg Hunt—9:30 am.
Easter Worship Service with Communion—10:45 am.

MIDWEEK CLASSES WILL RESUME THIS WEEK! Classes will resume on Wednesday, March 27. Band, 5:30 pm; Midweek class, Bible study, Jr. Confirmation and Men’s Ensemble Practice all at 6:30 pm.

EASTER BREAKFAST SIGN UP There are still some openings and time to sign up to bring something next Sunday for our annual Easter Sunday Breakfast! Check out the list in narthex.

LOVE OFFERING At the Easter Breakfast the LWML will not be asking for a free will offering, but we will be taking up a love offering which will go to Redeemer Lutheran Church, Kansas City. Rev. Brad Zerkel, a past member of Good Shepherd, is their Pastor. The church was heavily damaged by a fire several months ago.

EASTER EGG HUNT Kids don’t forget to bring your Easter baskets next Sunday for the Easter Egg Hunt.

A BIG THANK YOU goes out to all the committee members, all the men who helped serve and clean up, and to all those who prepared food for Ladies’ Night Out. It was a great success and lots of fun!  ~ Jo C. and Betty E.

THANKS to all the volunteers who helped deliver meals the 11th-15th. A job well done and all the ones receiving meals really appreciate it! We will deliver again June 17-21. Anyone willing to help, please call Betty.

SURVEY If you have not yet taken the survey about our summer worship schedule, you can still do so. The sheets are on the round table in the narthex. Please put your completed survey sheet in the blue box on the table.

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.

FLOWER CHART There are lots of empty dates on the calendar. 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.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after each 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.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.

IN OUR PRAYERS   Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
 3/17—1 Sam. 9-12  3/20—1 Sam. 20-23  3/23—1 Sam. 27-31
 3/18—1 Sam. 13-15  3/21—Various
 3/19—1 Sam. 16-19  3/22—1 Sam. 24-26

CHOIR PRACTICE will be held after the late service each Sunday this month until Easter.

ELDERS’ MEETING  The Elders will meet this Monday evening at 7:00 pm. 

LADIES’ NIGHT OUT WITH AN IRISH FLAIR  It’s all happening this evening at 5:00 pm.  Entertainment will be Bill Lasley playing piano and telling stories.  Lots of great food, plus some door prizes! 

MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICES end this week Wednesday.  Join us at 11:00 am or at 7:00 pm for these special services.

NO MIDWEEK CLASSES this week due to spring break.  Classes will resume on Wednesday, March 27.  Band, 5:30 pm; Midweek class, Bible study, Jr. Confirmation and Men’s Ensemble Practice all at 6:30 pm. 

EASTER BREAKFAST SIGN UP  The 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. 

LOVE OFFERING  At the Easter Breakfast the LWML will not be asking for a free will offering, but we will be taking up a love offering which will go to Redeemer Lutheran Church, Kansas City.  Rev. Brad Zerkel, a past member of Good Shepherd, is their Pastor.  The church was heavily damaged by a fire several months ago.  

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. 

BOOK SALE  Martin Luther School in Joplin is having a book sale on Thursday, March 21, from 5:00–8:00 pm.  All proceeds go for a school trip.  You may also donate books to the cause.  A collection box is located in the Narthex.  Contact Rhonda Nicholas for more information. 

RECYCLE YOUR BULLETIN  Under the round table in the narthex we have provided a container that you can put your used bulletin in for recycling.  Thank you.

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.

FLOWER CHART  There are lots of empty dates on the calendar.  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.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after each 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.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace.  We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.

IN OUR PRAYERS Dr. Joe G., Dr. David J., and Katherine R., recovering from surgery; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.

THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
3/10—Judges 9-12 3/13—Ruth 1-4 3/16—1 Sam. 4-8
3/11—Judges 13-16 3/14—Various
3/12—Judges 17-21 3/15—1 Sam. 1-3

MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICES We are having midweek Lenten services on Wednesdays at 11:00 am and 7:00 pm during the Lenten season. Portions of the Passion story of Jesus are read during each service.

BABY BOY We congratulate Kahli & Tim M., who were blessed with a baby boy on Monday, March 3. Cody David weighed 6 lbs., 8 oz. His maternal grandparents are Steve & Diana B. May the Lord keep this family in his loving care.

CHOIR PRACTICE will be held after the late service each Sunday this month until Easter.

LADIES NIGHT OUT WITH AN IRISH FLAIR It’s all happening next Sunday, St. Patty’s Day, at 5:00 pm. Haven’t signed up yet? No problem. Sign up sheets are on the round table in the narthex. Entertainment will be Bill Lasley playing piano and telling stories. Plus, door prizes!

EASTER BREAKFAST SIGN UP The 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.

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.

BOOK SALE Martin Luther School in Joplin is having a book sale on Thursday, March 21, from 5:00–8:00 pm. All proceeds go for a school trip. You may also donate books to the cause. A collection box is located in the Narthex. Contact Rhonda N. for more information.

RECYCLE YOUR BULLETIN Under the round table in the narthex we have provided a container that you can put your used bulletin in for recycling. Thank you.

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.

FLOWER CHART There are lots of empty dates on the calendar. 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.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after each 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.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.