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† IN OUR PRAYERS  Fern H., hospitalized; Judy H., recovering at home; Lois H. (Pastor and Mary’s sister), Andrea H. (Joann W.’s mother), and Paula B. undergoing treatment for cancer.

† 2013 CHURCH OFFICERS INSTALLED TODAY  We are grateful to the following members of the congregation who were elected to serve this year in the following positions:

President:            Jim G.

Vice-President:   Dave W.

Secretary: Clarice O.

Treasurer: Glenn M.

Financial Secretary: Luke H.

Elders: John N., Rob S., Vern W. (1 year)

Trustees:           Bill C.

Christian Ed: Earl K.

† LAY ASSISTANT   Earl K. is being installed this morning as a Lay Assistant to Pastor.  He will be helping with the worship services, giving some added leadership to selected programs of the congregation, assisting in visitation and making available to the congregation his skills as a licensed counselor.  For the time being, he will be working on a volunteer basis.  We really appreciate Earl’s willingness to give of his time and abilities in this way and are looking forward to how God will bless his expanded involvement with the congregation.

† MARY’S RETIREMENT LUNCH  Plans for saying thanks to Mary are being made for Sunday, Jan. 12, with a salad lunch directly after the late service.  Everyone bring a salad to share.  Rolls and dessert will be furnished.  Because many have asked, a box has been placed on the round table in the narthex where you can place your cards of congratulations and/or gifts to show your appreciation.

† HEAD START ON SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY  Through the month of January we are asking for canned soup, dried beans and rice to help fill the shelves at Crosslines of Carthage.  Bring your donations and place them in the round container in the narthex or the shopping cart in the entry downstairs.  Everyone wins when we team up to help!

† THE LWML will meet this Tuesday, Jan. 7, at 6:30 pm.  All ladies of the congregation are encouraged to be a part of this church mission group.       

† OFFERING ENVELOPES  The 2014 offering envelopes are on the table in the narthex.  Please remember to discard your 2013 envelopes and use only the 2014 envelopes beginning today.  If you do not see your name and want envelopes, please contact the church office.  Likewise, if you prefer not to use them and see your name, simply write NO on the label.

† PICTORIAL DIRECTORY  The new directory is done!  You can pick up a copy at the round table in the narthex.  It cost approximately $3.00 each to have them printed.  If you would like to make a donation to help cover this expense, please use the basket provided.  Thanks!

† ALL MIDWEEK CLASSES will resume on Wednesday, January 8, 2014.

† LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS  It’s about your faith, your church, your world.  Subscription cost is $15.60.  A sign up sheet is in the narthex and you can pay by simply writing a check to Good Shepherd and putting Lutheran Witness in the memo line. 

† PORTALS OF PRAYER  You will find the newest edition of the Portals of Prayer on the table by the nursery in the narthex.

IN OUR PRAYERS Micki B. recovering from a broken arm; Lois H. (Pastor and Mary’s sister), Andrea H. (Joann W.’s mother), and Paula B., undergoing treatment for cancer.

NEW YEAR’S SERVICE WITH HOLY COMMUNION There will be a special New Year’s Eve service on Wednesday evening beginning at 7:00. During the service we will also remember those loved ones who are now in God’s grace and comfort. Begin the New Year worshiping the Lord.

MARY’S RETIREMENT LUNCH Plans for saying thanks to Mary are being made for Sunday, Jan. 12, with a salad lunch directly after the late service. Everyone bring a salad to share. Rolls and dessert will be furnished. Because many have asked, a box has been placed on the round table in the narthex where you can place your cards of congratulations and/or gifts to show your appreciation.

OFFERING ENVELOPES The 2014 offering envelopes are on the table in the narthex. Please remember to discard your 2013 envelopes and use only the 2014 envelopes beginning in January. If you do not see your name and want envelopes, please contact the church office. Likewise, if you prefer not to use them and see your name, simply write NO on the label.

PICTORIAL DIRECTORY The new directory is done! You can pick up a copy at the round table in the narthex. It cost approximately $3.00 each to have them printed. If you would like to make a donation to help cover this expense, please use the basket provided. Thanks!

ALL MIDWEEK CLASSES will resume on Wednesday, January 8, 2014.

THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE CLASS will resume on Thurs., January 2.

LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS It’s about your faith, your church, your world. Subscription cost is $15.60. A sign up sheet is in the narthex and you can pay by simply writing a check to Good Shepherd and putting Lutheran Witness in the memo line.

POINSETTIAS Reminder, if you purchased a poinsettia it is yours to take home. Thank you for helping beautify the sanctuary.

PORTALS OF PRAYER You will find the newest edition of the Portals of Prayer on the table by the nursery in the narthex

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.

FLOWER CHART, 2014 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 form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings