Announcements — May 14, 2017
† IN OUR PRAYERS Ruth B., recovering from a procedure after severe stomach pain; Megan M., at Freeman Hospital, experiencing some complications with her pregnancy; Jan G., recovering from knee surgery; Jody G., placed on hospice; Jack H., undergoing rehab at St Luke’s Nursing Center; Stella Q., struggling with her loss of memory; Kathy P., suffering health issues; Sara P., under-going treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.
† MEALS FOR PASTOR’S FAMILY While Megan is staying in the hospital, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K. and Rosann C. If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.
† TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS will take a break for awhile while Pastor’s wife, Megan, is in the hospital.
† OVER 70’s DINNER The Groovy Over 70’s Dinner is set for Wednesday, May 31, at 5:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall! Break out your best disco moves and join the youth group for a trip back in time to the 1970’s for dinner, dessert and entertainment. Be on the lookout for an invitation in the mail & RSVP to Libby S. by Sunday, May 21 (Contact church office for contact information).
† LWML SPRING RALLY The LWML Rally of the Southwest Zone, which was postponed due to flooding in Neosho, will be held Sunday, May 21, at 3:00 pm at First Lutheran in Neosho. All other plans for the Rally are the same with the ingathering going to Teen Challenge.
† TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY A new Tuesday morning men’s Bible study has started. The group will be studying “God’s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude”. They will meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am, at Panera in Joplin. If you have any questions you can contact Greg G., or the church office, (417)358-1325.
† SINGLE SENIOR LADIES A group of single, senior ladies has formed at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. They are meeting the last Sunday of each month. Come join them for some fellowship, fun and snacks on Sunday, May 28, from 1:00 – 5:00 pm in the church fellowship hall. Bring a snack to share with about 15 people. For questions or more information, please contact Ann L.
† VBS HELPERS Are you interested in helping with this year’s Vacation Bible School? The theme this year is “A Mighty Fortress – In Jesus, the Victory is won!” The dates will be July 23 – July 27. We are in need of group leaders, group helpers, station assistants, etc. If you would like to help out this year, please let Nicole B. or Cindy E. know or you can contact the church office, 358-1325. Please consider helping out with this worthwhile event that helps our children learn about Jesus’ love for us.
† SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERINGS The Sunday School & Adult Bible Class offerings for the Spring quarter are going to LCMS World Relief & Human Care to help with the relief efforts after the recent tornados in New Orleans.
† 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.
† 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.
† 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 difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers. They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume.