\u2020\u00a0IN OUR PRAYERS<\/b> \u00a0<\/b>Lee Ann C.<\/i><\/b>, at National Health Center in Joplin after a fall; Nan B.<\/i><\/b>, undergoing rehab at home for her shoulder; Jack H.<\/i><\/b>, at home, undergoing rehab; Jody G.<\/i><\/b>, on hospice; Kathy P.<\/i><\/b>, suffering health issues; Sara P.<\/i><\/b>, undergoing treatment for cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n
\u2020\u00a0CONGRATULATIONS\u00a0 <\/b>We rejoice with Alex and Hannah R. at the birth of their baby girl, Ila Elaine R.\u00a0 Ila was born September 18 in Joplin, MO.<\/p>\n
\u2020\u00a0NEW MARTIN LUTHER MOVIE\u00a0 <\/b>The movie, Martin Luther: The Idea That Changed The World<\/b>, will be shown at the Joplin Northstar Stadium 14 theater on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 7:30 pm.\u00a0 The tickets are $9 for all audience members.\u00a0 This screening is being cohosted by Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Carthage and Immanuel Lutheran Church, Joplin.\u00a0 You can still purchase tickets if you\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 haven’t already.\u00a0 Here is a shortcut to\u00a0 the website that was set up to provide moviegoers with information about the movie and a mechanism to reserve tickets specifically for the Joplin screening: http:\/\/joplin.newluthermovie.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a050TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION\u00a0 <\/b>Don & Carol L. were married on Oct. 20, 1967.\u00a0 Family and friends will celebrate this milestone next Sunday, Oct. 1, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm at Good Shepherd.\u00a0 They would like to extend an invitation\u00a0 to the congregation.\u00a0 Please RSVP to Elizabeth R. or elizabetharogers1@gmail.com.\u00a0 No gifts, just good wishes please.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0THE ANNUAL MEN\u2019S FISHING\/CAMPOUT<\/b> is October 6 – 7 at Dale\u2019s Fish\u2019n Hole.\u00a0 There are maps available in the narthex.\u00a0 Please add your name to the provided sign up sheet if you plan to attend.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0SUNDAY SCHOOL PLANNING MEETING\u00a0 <\/b>There will be a meeting on Sunday,\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 October 8, after the late service to discuss the current Sunday School quarter and to start planning for this year\u2019s Christmas Program.\u00a0 Anyone currently helping with Sunday School or interested in helping out is encouraged to attend.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0MEN\u2019S MORNING BIBLE STUDY\u00a0 <\/b>The Tuesday morning Men\u2019s Bible Study just finished their study of 2 Peter.\u00a0 We will be beginning the book of Jude.\u00a0 If you would like to join us in the mornings before you start your day, now would be a good time.\u00a0 You can get more information by contacting the church office, 358-1325.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0WORKSHOP<\/b>\u00a0 In an instant, your life can change unexpectedly.\u00a0 Please come to learn how you and your family can prepare for long-term care-emotionally, physically and financially.\u00a0 Thomas Mehl will be hosting a workshop with guest speaker, John Estes, Managing Partner from Thrivent Financial as he will answer important questions.\u00a0 Join us for a complimentary dinner.\u00a0 Event details: Wed., Oct. 11 at 6:00 pm at Granny Shaffer\u2019s, 2728 N Rangeline Rd, Joplin, MO.\u00a0 RSVP by the Oct. 9 at (888)243-8225 or thom.mehl@thrivent.com<\/a>.\u00a0 Seating Limited.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0REFORMATION CELEBRATION<\/b>\u00a0 Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin is hosting\u00a0\u00a0 an afternoon of fellowship and fun to celebrate the 500th<\/sup> anniversary of the\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reformation.\u00a0 It will be a family-oriented afternoon with activities for everyone.\u00a0 The event will be Saturday, October 7th<\/sup> from 3-7.\u00a0 Events include bounce houses and games for the children.\u00a0 There will\u00a0be a Martin and Kate Luther\u00a0Look-a-like Contest.\u00a0 They will host a wiener dog race and runway show with prizes.\u00a0 Later in the evening, there\u00a0will be a Gospel band for a sing-a-long.\u00a0 They are catering an authentic German meal.\u00a0 There will also be a cash bar available in a separate tent.\u00a0 The games are free.\u00a0 There will be a charge for the meal and drinks.\u00a0 Please come for a day of fellowship and fun.\u00a0 Please contact Betty Lingenfelter of Immanuel Lutheran Church at 417-622-3118 with any questions.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0PORTALS OF PRAYER\u00a0 <\/b>The new Portals of Prayer for the Fall are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.<\/p>\n \u2020\u00a0LWML QUARTERLIES\u00a0 <\/b>The LWML Fall Quarterlies are on the table by the nursery in the narthex.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u2020\u00a0IN OUR PRAYERS \u00a0Lee Ann C., at National Health Center in Joplin after a fall; 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