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REMEMBER IN PRAYER Tom D., recovering from surgery; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing further tests on his spinal cord; Kenna Marie, infant great niece of Nan B., with major medical problems.

MEETING REMINDER There will be a short meeting in the nurse’s office at 9:30 am this morning for all those who are interested in making visits to our shut-ins through the Parish Nurse Program.

JR CONFIRMATION CLASS will have their final confirmation class this Wednesday evening at 6:30 with a review of this year’s lessons.  You are welcome to attend.  After the review, the class will be fitted for their confirmation robes.

JR CONFIRMATION NEXT WEEK Four of our young folks will publicly confess their faith next Sunday during the late service.

GUEST SPEAKER The Rev. Dr. Kevin Golden will be our guest speaker next Sunday for both services.  He will also lead the 9:30 Bible Class.  It will be a walk through the Old Testament under the theme: God’s Name and Your Name.  Dr. Golden is the son of Jim & Judy G. and uncle to confirmand Jared G.  We are looking forward to having him and his family here with us for this special day.

SOFTBALL The Monday night co-ed team plays this week at 8:30 pm.  The Tuesday night men’s team will not play this week due to the Carthage High School graduation.

COMING UP, MARK YOUR CALENDAR On Sunday, June 5, after the late service, the Youth Group will have their annual congregational cook out along with the Summer Sunday School Kick-off.  The day will have a beach theme so plan to dress casual.  More information will be in next week’s bulletin and the June Newsletter.

LUTHERAN NIGHT-SPRINGFIELD CARDINALS Friday, June 10, is Lutheran night at the Springfield Cardinals baseball game.  Tickets are $7.00 ($1 goes to Lutheran Family & Children’s Services in Springfield).  We have a sign up sheet in the narthex if you would like to go.  Jim G. will be our local coordinator.  Join with Lutherans throughout the southwest part of Missouri for a Springfield Cardinal game.  It’s lots of fun.

ALTAR FLOWERS You may place your order for altar flowers through Diana E.  The cost will be $25.00.  You can also order from Countryside Flowers and 4-All Seasons in Carthage, and Third Day Creations in Diamond.  Any questions, give Diana a call.

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.

TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  Tapes of the previous Sunday are also available.

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 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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Tom D., recovering from surgery; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing further tests because of masses on his spinal cord.

BAPTIZED UNTO THE LORD We rejoice along with Mark & Lori B. who has brought their son, William James-Wayne B., to be baptized today after the early service.  William’s sponsors are John & Susan M. and Wayne & Fran G.  May the Lord bless and keep William and his family in His loving care.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS please see Karen P. concerning the materials for the summer classes.

USHERS please check the box in the narthex marked USHERS and pick up your copy of usher duties and the schedule for the remainder of 2011.  If you cannot serve the month you are assigned, please contact Tom D.

ALTAR FLOWERS You may place your order for altar flowers through Diana E.  The cost will be $25.00.  You can also order from Countryside Flowers and 4-All Seasons in Carthage, and Third Day Creations in Diamond.  Any questions, give Diana a call.

100 YEAR CELEBRATION St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Fairland, OK, invites you to join them in celebrating their 100th Anniversary in a worship service today at 4:00 pm.  You are also invited to join them in fellowship, visitation, relaxation, and a meal following the service.  The Rev. Leo Schroeder is Pastor at St. Paul’s.

SOFTBALL The Monday night co-ed team plays this week at 7:30 p.m. and the men’s team plays Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

LUTHERAN NIGHT-SPRINGFIELD CARDINALS Friday, June 10, is Lutheran night at the Springfield Cardinals baseball game.  Tickets are $7.00 ($1 goes to Lutheran Family & Children’s Services in Springfield).  We have a sign up sheet in the narthex if you would like to go.  Jim G. will be our local coordinator.  Join with Lutherans throughout the southwest part of Missouri for a Springfield Cardinal game.  It’s lots of fun.

SUMMER BREAK The GSLC band is taking a break until next Fall. That means they won’t be having practices until then.  Thank you Karen, and members of the band, for all you do.  We love your music.

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.

TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  Tapes of the previous Sunday are also available.

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 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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Tom D., having surgery on Friday; Lora S., for safe travel and God’s blessings while in Haiti on a mission trip; Perry S., facing possible eye surgery.

VBS PLANNING MEETING This year’s Vacation Bible School theme is Hero Headquarters.  If you would like to help with VBS in any way this year, July 25-29, please attend the planning meeting scheduled for this Wednesday at 5:30.  Pizza will be served, so please let Nicole B. know if you are interested in attending, so she knows how many to plan for.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS please see Karen P. concerning the materials for the summer classes.

THE OVER-50 GOOD SHEPHERDS will meet this Thursday evening at 6:00.  Bring a bite to eat and join the fun!

USHERS please check the box in the narthex marked USHERS and pick up your copy of usher duties and the schedule for the remainder of 2011.  If you cannot serve the month you are assigned, please contact Tom D.

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.

TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  Tapes of the previous Sunday are also available.

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 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.

ATTENTION ALL GRADUATES  If you are graduating from high school, college, tech school, etc. we want to hear about it.  Please get a picture with a bio to the church office today.  We want to publish your accomplishments and future plans in the May issue of the Shepherd’s Staff.  Parents, we may need your help with this, we don’t want to leave anyone out, but if we don’t have the information we can’t print it.  Thanks.

LWML SPRING RALLY  The Spring Rally of the LWML is this afternoon at First Lutheran Church, Neosho.  Registration begins at 2:30 pm.  Please contact the church office if you need a ride.  All ladies of the congregation are invited.  

USHERS please check the box in the narthex marked USHERS and pick up your copy of usher duties and the schedule for the remainder of 2011.  If you cannot serve the month you are assigned, please contact Tom D.

VOTERS’ ASSEMBLY  This evening at 7:00 pm, the Voters will meet to vote on the new additions to the Church Constitution printed below, in addition to its normal business.  All confirmed members are eligible to be a part of the Voters’ Assembly.

MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL in Joplin is having their spring celebration and auction, “GOOD VIBRATIONS!”, this Saturday, May 7, at the Holiday Inn.  The evening will be filled with fun, fellowship, great food, music, and dancing as they celebrate and raise money to support the mission of Martin Luther School.  If you would like to attend, or make a contribution, please call 417-624-1403 for more information.

ALTAR FLOWERS  Diana E. has agreed to coordinate the altar flowers for our
congregation.  She asks if anyone wants to help, please contact her.  

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. 

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.

Additions to the Church Constitution concerning memorial contributions to be voted on at the May 1 Voters’ Assembly:

Bylaw E.2.m

The board of Elders shall prepare a list of Special Projects Suggestions for designated memorial contributions.  This list shall be presented to the voters in the January meeting of each calendar year.  This list shall consist of a minimum of two (2) projects for designated memorial contributions.  Generally the list should be six (6) or fewer annually.  Projects not listed can be approved for the current calendar year by the Board of Elders.
 
Bylaw D.5

The financial secretary shall allocate the designated memorials to one of the items on the Special Projects Suggestions list no later than 60 days after receipt of the contribution in accordance with the donors instructions.  If a designation is not made by the donors within 60 days the contribution shall be credited to the general fund.  The Special Projects Suggestions, established charities, or an organized Christian church group may be specified by the donor for designated memorials.