\u2020\u00a0IN OUR PRAYERS<\/b> \u00a0Ruth B.<\/i><\/b>, recovering from a procedure after severe stomach pain; Megan M.<\/i><\/b>, at Freeman Hospital, <\/i>experiencing some complications with her pregnancy; Jody G.<\/i><\/b>, placed on hospice; Jack H.<\/i><\/b>, undergoing rehab at St Luke\u2019s Nursing Center; Stella Q.<\/i><\/b>, struggling with her loss of memory; Kathy P.<\/i><\/b>, suffering health issues; Sara P.<\/i><\/b>, under-going treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n
\u2020\u00a0MEALS FOR PASTOR\u2019S FAMILY\u00a0 <\/b>While Megan is staying in the hospital, meals for Pastor and his family are being organized by Brenda K. and Rosann C.\u00a0 Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered.\u00a0 If you would like to help with this in any way, please contact them to get involved.<\/p>\n
\u2020\u00a0JR CONFIRMATION CLASS\u00a0 <\/b>There will not be Jr Confirmation Class today.<\/p>\n
\u2020\u00a0TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS <\/b>will take a break for awhile while Pastor\u2019s wife, Megan, is in the hospital.<\/p>\n
\u2020\u00a0OVER 70\u2019s DINNER\u00a0 <\/b>The Groovy Over 70’s Dinner is set for Wednesday, May 31, at 5:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall!\u00a0 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.\u00a0 Be on the lookout for an invitation in the mail & RSVP to Libby S. by Sunday, May 21 (Contact church office for contact information)<\/em><\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0LWML<\/a> SPRING RALLY\u00a0 <\/b>The LWML Rally of the Southwest Zone, which was postponed due to flooding in Neosho, will be held today at 3:00 pm at First Lutheran in Neosho.\u00a0 All other plans for the Rally are the same with the ingathering going to Teen Challenge.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0SINGLE SENIOR LADIES\u00a0 <\/b>A group of single, senior ladies <\/i>has formed at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.\u00a0 They are meeting the last Sunday of each month.\u00a0 Come join them for some fellowship, fun and snacks next Sunday, May 28, from 1:00 – 5:00 pm in the church fellowship hall.\u00a0\u00a0 Bring a snack to share with about 15 people.\u00a0 For questions or more information, please contact Ann L.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT\u00a0 <\/b>Bernice R. and Bill W. will be married May 28 at 3:00 pm in the Fir Road Christian Church, 6025 County Road 303, Carl Junction, MO.\u00a0 A reception will follow.\u00a0 Welcome extended to all.\u00a0 Good wishes only.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0SUMMER WORSHIP\u00a0 <\/b>Starting June 4, for the summer months, we will have one worship service on Sunday and it will begin at 9:00 am.\u00a0 Sunday School and Bible class will be at 10:30 am.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0VBS HELPERS\u00a0 <\/b>Are you interested in helping with this year\u2019s Vacation Bible School?\u00a0 The theme this year is \u201cA Mighty Fortress \u2013 In Jesus, the Victory is won!\u201d\u00a0 The dates will be July 23 – July 27.\u00a0 We are in need of group leaders, group helpers, station assistants, etc.\u00a0 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.\u00a0 Please consider helping out with this worthwhile event that helps our children learn about Jesus\u2019 love for us.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0TUESDAY MORNING MEN\u2019S BIBLE STUDY\u00a0 <\/b>A new Tuesday morning men\u2019s Bible study has started.\u00a0 The group will be studying\u00a0 \u201cGod\u2019s Word for Today: 2 Peter & Jude\u201d.\u00a0 They will meet on Tuesdays at 6:30 am in Joplin.\u00a0 If you have any questions you can contact Greg G., or the church office, (417)358-1325.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERINGS\u00a0 <\/b>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.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0NURSERY\/CRY ROOM\u00a0 <\/b>Should your child become distressed or distract \u00a0others during the service, a furnished nursery\/cry room is located in the narthex for your use.\u00a0 Please ask one of the ushers if you need \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0directions.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS <\/b>are available in the nurse\u2019s office after the service.\u00a0 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.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0PRAYER BEARS <\/b>are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex by nursery) and given to anyone that needs God\u2019s love, comfort, and peace.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0ASSISTIVE LISTENING\u00a0 <\/b>If you are having difficulty hearing the service, assistive listening devices are available from the ushers.\u00a0 They work like a transistor radio and you can control the volume.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u2020\u00a0IN OUR PRAYERS \u00a0Ruth B., recovering from a procedure after severe stomach pain; 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