Announcements

REMEMBER IN PRAYER:  Mary F., recovering from hip surgery; Jim G., prayer of thanksgiving for heart procedure that went well; Bob G., recovering at home from injuries suffered at work; Marty J., undergoing surgery Thursday in St. Louis; Ann L. and Ann N., at Mayo’s to undergo further tests. 

JR CONFIRMATION CLASS will have their last 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 SUNDAY  Seven young folks will publicly confess their faith next Sunday during the late service.

CEMETERY BLESSING  After the late service next Sunday, we will meet at the church cemetery for a service of blessing for the cemetery.  A map of its location is located on the bulletin board in the narthex. 

SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GATHERING  The District Senior High Youth Gathering will be held June 26-28, 2009, at Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri.  The theme this year is, Hearts on Fire…Created 2 Serve.  This event is open to youth who will be entering the 9^th grade this fall and above.  Please see Cheryl M., Justin M., or Keith Z. for registration forms or with questions.  Registration forms are due May 31^st.   

SOFTBALL THIS WEEK  The men’s team did not play last week due to rain, and will not play this week because of Carthage graduation.  The co-ed team will play Friday evening at 6:30.  Come out to the Carthage Municipal Park and cheer them on.

VBS, JULY 6-10  Sign up sheets are in the narthex for both the children and the volunteers.  Please be sure to indicate if you prefer afternoon or evening hours, as we have not yet set a time.  Please contact Nicole B.  with any questions.

MEN’S RETREAT  We have several men who are at a retreat this  weekend.  They should be home later this afternoon.   

MEMBERS IN ACTION VOLUNTEER LIST  If you are interested in helping with the new construction, please let us know by adding your name to the list found on the table in the narthex.  Please give us your phone number and the day/days of the week you would be available to work.  Ladies, this includes you, too.  We will need lots of workers once this initial phase is over.  Mike Q. will be in charge of letting folks know when they are needed.

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.

NURSERY  A staffed nursery for small children is available downstairs during the late service.  Should your child become distressed or distract others during the early service, the furnished nursery is downstairs for your use.  Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

BLOOD PRESSURE  After each service, at the table in the narthex, you have the opportunity to have your blood pressure taken.  You will be given a card to carry with you to record your readings.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER: Arch & Renee B., & Marian S., who are homebound; David C., Melba D., & Ella K., in extended care facilities; Bob G., recovering at home from injuries suffered at work.

LWML SPRING RALLY “Renew, Rejoice, Reach Out” The LWML Spring Rally is at 3:00 pm today at St. Andrew Church, Stockton. All ladies are encouraged to attend. Please let Mary know if you plan to attend and would like a ride. We will meet at the church at 1:15 this afternoon to carpool.

THANK YOU Thanks to everyone who sent cards and offered sympathies at the death of my mother. Your prayers and thoughts were greatly appreciated. ~ Bud & Ruby S.

MEN’S CAMPING RETREAT The guys are going camping the weekend of May 15-17. How about joining them on the river? Pack your tent, or bring your RV, and join in the fellowship, worship, and fun. They are trying out a new camping spot this year. It’s on the Elk River at the River Ranch Resort in Noel, MO. There’s lots of activities available: canoeing, fishing, miniature golf, etc. Don’t have a tent or RV? Don’t worry, there’s room. Any questions? Talk with Sonny E.,  Sign up sheet is in the narthex. Total cost will probably be around $30.00.

SOFTBALL THIS WEEK The men’s team won again this past week. That’s three in a row. WOW, way to go! Pastor says it’s due to the new team manager, Bradley M. They will be playing Tuesday evening at 7:30, and the co-ed team will be playing Friday evening at 6:30. Both teams play at the Carthage Municipal Park. Come out and cheer on the home teams.

MEMBERS IN ACTION VOLUNTEER LIST If you are interested in helping with the new construction, please let us know by adding your name to the list found on the table in the narthex. Please give us your phone number and the day/days of the week you would be available to work. Ladies, this includes you, too. We will need lots of workers once this initial phase is over. Mike Q., will be in charge of letting folks know when they are needed.

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.

NURSERY A staffed nursery for small children is available downstairs during the late service. Should your child become distressed or distract others during the early service, the furnished nursery is downstairs for your use. Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

BLOOD PRESSURE After each service, at the table in the narthex, you have the opportunity to have your blood pressure taken. You will be given a card to carry with you to record your readings.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER: Bob G., recovering from injuries suffered at work.

BLOOD DRIVE We thank everyone who donated and helped with the blood drive last Sunday. There were a total of 19 pints donated.

VOTERS’ ASSEMBLY MEETING The Voters will meet this evening at 7:00 pm. All members of the congregation age 18 and over are welcome and encouraged to attend.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL PLANNING MEETING There will be a brief VBS meeting this morning before Sunday School at 9:15 in the Fellowship Hall. Anyone interested in helping with this year’s VBS is encouraged to attend. A date will need be established, and we need your input and suggestions. Thanks. ~ Walter & Angela R.

SOFTBALL THIS WEEK The men’s team won again this past week by defeating Fairview Christian 22-7. They will be playing Tuesday evening at 7:30, and the coed team will be playing Friday evening at 8:30. Both teams play at the Carthage Municipal Park. Come out and cheer on the home teams.

JOIN HANDS DAY Youth Group members and their families are invited to participate in Join Hands Day. The annual volunteer event, sponsored by Thrivent, will benefit Jasper County Foster Families. The event will be at the Martin Luther School in Joplin on Saturday, May 2^nd, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Lunch will be provided, and free t-shirts will be given to participating Youth. Mark your calendars now to join hands with fellow Lutherans and help our community! If you have questions, please contact Keith Z

LWML SPRING RALLY “Renew, Rejoice, Reach Out” The Spring Rally of the Zone LWML will be next Sunday, May 3^rd, at 3:00 pm at St. Andrew Church, Stockton. All ladies are encouraged to attend. Please let Mary, 358-1325, know if you plan to attend, as she needs to give a head count to the hosting society. We will meet at the church at 1:15 that Sunday afternoon to carpool.

GRADUATES Are you graduating from high school or college this spring? We need your picture and a short bio for the May Shepherd’s Staff. Please get it to the church office by the 28^th of this month. Your church family is interested in what your future plans are.

HYMN SING St. John’s Lutheran Church in Monett has invited Dr. Scott Hyslop, director of parish music at St. Lorenz Lutheran in Frankenmuth, MI, to lead a Easter hymn festival today at 4:00 p.m. Dr. Hyslop will premiere two new settings of hymns he wrote for the festival. St. John’s adult, youth, and hand bell choirs will be presenting as well. We are invited.

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.

NURSERY A staffed nursery for small children is available downstairs during the late service. Should your child become distressed or distract others during the early service, the furnished nursery is downstairs for your use. Please ask one of the ushers if you need directions.

ALTAR FLOWERS Today’s altar flowers are given to the glory of God by the congregation.