A discussion forum is now present on the church web site for discussion of the reading through the bible in one year bible study. Click the link below to register for access.
http://www.gslc-carthage.org/phpBB3/ucp.php?mode=register
We look forward to many interesting comments.
If you have any questions or problems please contact Don Wilson don@wilsonware.com
IN OUR PRAYERS Lori B., recovering from knee surgery; Don H., Jack H., undergoing treatment for cancer.
THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
10/15—Mark 14-16 10/18—Luke 7-9
10/16—Luke 1-2 10/19—Luke 10-12
10/17—Luke 3-6 10/20—Luke 13-15
CONGRATULATIONS We congratulate and pray for God’s blessings on the marriage of Abbi S. and Lars D., who exchanged wedding vows yesterday evening here at Good Shepherd. Abbi is the daughter of Doug and Kelli S.
ELDERS’ MEETING The Elders will meet this Monday evening at 7:00.
FLU SHOTS FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN Today, Teri K., with McCune Brooks Hospital, will be offering the flu vaccine (shot or mist) for both adults and children. The cost for the shot is $15.00 and the mist is $22.00 for either adult or child. There will be no charge if you have Medicare, but you must have your card and everyone who receives a vaccine will need to show identification.
BABY BOY We congratulate Jeff & Crystal O. on the birth of a son, Tues., Oct. 9, 2012. Christopher Colby O. weighed 8 lbs, 5 oz. Marsha B. is the maternal grandmother and Ruth H. is the maternal great-grandmother. May the Lord bless and keep this family in his loving care.
CROSSLINES WORK DAY This Friday is the workday for Crosslines, beginning at 8:00 am.
DOLLARS FOR MISSIONS The LWML thanks Pat S., a former GSLC member, who embroidered a queen size quilt and donated it to us to raise money for our mission work. Thanks to Karen M. who also helped with it and had it hand quilted. The quilt is on display downstairs in the fellowship hall. Your name along with a dollar donation will give you one (ten with a $5.00 donation) possibility of owning this beautiful quilt.
IDENTITY THEFT WORKSHOP The Thrivent Financial chapter will be hosting an Identity Theft Workshop at 6:30 p.m. on October 16 at Faith Lutheran Church, Carthage. There is no charge for the workshop and a door prize will be given away. You are invited to attend.
CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the service each Sunday. They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the narthex 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.
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.
IN OUR PRAYERS Don H., Jack H. undergoing treatment for cancer.
THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
10/8—Matthew 24-25 10/11—Mark 4-7
10/9—Matthew 26-28 10/12—Mark 8-10
10/10—Mark 1-3 10/13—Mark 11-13
LWML SUNDAY Today is LWML Sunday when we remember the work of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. We thank God for their dedication to the work of going into all the world with the Gospel message. Mites for Missions…we invite you to take part in this wonderful way to help with LWML mission funding. There are mite boxes available for you to use, please help yourself.
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet at noon today. Lunch will be served. You are welcome to attend.
THE YOUTH GROUP meets this evening at 6:30 p.m. in the Youth room in the church basement. Plan to attend.
CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING will be held this evening at 7:00 p.m. All elected officers and Board chairman are on the church council.
PASTORAL CONFERENCE Pastor will be attending the Western Missouri Pastoral Conference at Concordia, Missouri, October 8 and 9.
SOFTBALL The co-ed team will play their last game of the season Monday evening at 6:30.
WOMEN TO WOMEN The LWML sponsored Women to Women Night Out will be this Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at El Charro’s Mexican Restaurant, Carthage. The theme is Scarf it Up so bring or wear your favorite scarf. Scarves are a very popular fashion trend right now…join us and maybe we can show you a new idea or two on how to wear them. You don’t have to be a member of the LWML to enjoy this evening out with friends.
FLU SHOTS FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN On Oct. 14, Teri K., with McCune Brooks Hospital, will be offering the flu vaccine (shot or mist) for both adults and children. The cost for the shot is $15.00 and the mist is $22.00 for either adult or child. There will be no charge if you have Medicare, but you must have your card and everyone will need to show identification.
DOLLARS FOR MISSIONS The LWML thanks Pat Schultz, a former GSLC member, who embroidered a queen size quilt and donated it to us to raise money for our mission work. Thanks to Karen Moll who also helped with it and had it hand quilted. The quilt is on display downstairs in the fellowship hall. Your name along with a dollar donation will give you one (ten with a $5.00 donation) possibility of owning this beautiful quilt.
CAMPING & FISHING RETREAT FOR MEN & BOYS The dates for this year’s camping and fishing weekend are Oct. 12-14. It will be held again on the Dale Beshears property south of Lockwood. Contact Dale, 548-0079, if you have any questions. There is a sign up sheet ion the card table n the narthex if you are interested, and be sure to check out some of the pictures from last year’s good time!
IDENTITY THEFT WORKSHOP The Thrivent Financial chapter will be hosting an Identity Theft Workshop at 6:30 p.m. on October 16 at Faith Lutheran Church, Carthage. There is no charge for the workshop and a door prize will be given away. You are invited to attend.
CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the service each Sunday. They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.
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.
PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out
IN OUR PRAYERS Don H., Jack H., Phil T., undergoing treatment for cancer.
THROUGH THE BIBLE IN A YEAR The program to read through the Bible in a year starts tomorrow with the Gospel of Matthew. If you would like to join in this adventure, there is a daily reading schedule on the round table in the narthex. The schedule will also be printed in the bulletin each week and located by the date on the calendar in the newsletter each month. The children can start with Matthew in their Action Bible tomorrow as well.
THIS WEEK’S DAILY READINGS:
10/1—Matthew 1-4 10/4—Matthew 12-15
10/2—Matthew 5-7 10/5—Matthew 16-19
10/3—Matthew 8-11 10/6—Matthew 20-23
SOFTBALL The co-ed team will play Monday evening at 8:30. The men’s team will play Tuesday evening at 6:30.
CAMPING & FISHING RETREAT FOR MEN & BOYS The dates for this year’s camping and fishing weekend are Oct. 12-14. It will be held again on the Dale B.’s property south of Lockwood. Contact Dale, if you have any questions. There is a sign up sheet in the narthex if you are interested, and be sure to check out some of the pictures from last year’s good time!
WOMEN TO WOMEN The LWML sponsored Women to Women Night Out will be Tuesday, Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m. at El Charro’s Mexican Restaurant, Carthage. The theme is Scarf it Up so bring or wear your favorite scarf. Scarves are a very popular fashion trend right now…join us and maybe we can show you a new idea or two on how to wear them. You don’t have to be a member of the LWML to enjoy this evening out with friends.
DOLLARS FOR MISSIONS The LWML thanks Pat S., a former GSLC member, who embroidered a queen size quilt and donated it to us to raise money for our mission work. Thanks to Karen M. who also helped with it and had it hand quilted. The quilt is on display downstairs in the fellowship hall. Your name along with a dollar donation will give you one (ten with a $5.00 donation) possibility of owning this beautiful quilt.
BABY BOY Timmy R. and Morgan are proud parents of a son, Brayten Glen. He was born September 24 and weighed seven pounds and six ounces. Grandparents are Kathy and Terry P. and the Great- grandmother is Katherine R.. We ask God’s blessings on them.
THE YOUTH GROUP meets next Sunday at 6:30 p.m. in the Youth room in the church basement. Plan to attend.
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet at noon next Sunday. Lunch will be served. You are welcome to attend.
CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING will be held next Sunday at 7:00 p.m. All elected officers and Board chairman are on the church council.
LWML RALLY The October calendar in the newsletter shows the LWML Rally on Saturday the 13th. That is not correct. The LWML Rally is in November. Sorry for this confusion.
LWML SUNDAY Next Sunday is LWML Sunday when we remember the work of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League.
PASTORAL CONFERENCE Pastor will be attending the Western Missouri Pastoral Conference at Concordia, Missouri, October 8 and 9.
IDENTITY THEFT WORKSHOP The Thrivent Financial chapter will be hosting a Identity Theft Workshop at 6:30 p.m. on October 16 at Faith Lutheran Church, Carthage. There is no charge for the workshop and a door prize will be given away. You are invited to attend.
KID KITS The Kid Kits have been refurbished and are available for you in the narthex. Please return them after using. Thanks.
CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the service each Sunday. They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.
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 narthex 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.
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.