Announcements

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Emily P., recovering from back surgery; The family of Peggy S.’s cousin’s son, Austin K., who are mourning his recent loss; Leah E., the Chapman’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan Mehl’s dad, undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer;  Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† AUGUST NEWSLETTER  The August Newsletters are on the information table in the narthex.  Please pick up a copy!

† THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! From the donated items and financial support to all those  who volunteered so much of their time, this congregation continues to be amazing!  This week at VBS God blessed us with a great opportunity to share His abundant and overflowing grace with a wonderful group of kids.  Your generous giving made it all possible, and we are so grateful.

† SISTERS IN CHRIST  Please join our ladies gathering on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.  This is a time for sharing, caring, studying and praying – together, with each other and God.  We want you to be included in this beautiful sisterhood.

† ROCK –  ROLLING OUT CHRIST’S KINGDOM will resume meeting on August 13.  Come and join the fun!

† TREASURER NOTE  For the seven months ended this July, our paid expenses totaled $143,574 while our income totaled $132,600, leaving us with a deficit of $10,974.  Our budget (both expenses and income) at the end of July was $142,183.

† SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATION  For the next few Sundays, Good Shepherd will be collecting school supplies for Immanuel Lutheran School in Lockwood to support them as the school year begins.  There is a list of items that would be most  helpful on the round table in the narthex.  Thanks for your help!

† THE EVANGELISM COMMITTEE is needing a wooden bookcase to organize first aid supplies in the Nurse’s office.  If anyone has one they would like to donate, please let Rhonda N. or Diane E. know.

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Leah E., the Chapman’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan Mehl’s dad, undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† VBS – EPIC AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE starts today and runs through Thursday, July 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  There will be a dinner served each evening at 5:00 pm.  Also, please join us for our VBS Kick-off celebration during the Sunday School hour today.  If you have any questions you can contact Kayla  H.

† SISTERS IN CHRIST  Please join our ladies gathering on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.  This is a time for sharing, caring, studying and praying – together, with each other and God.  We want you to be included in this beautiful sisterhood.

† ROCK –  ROLLING OUT CHRIST’S KINGDOM  Starting this week, there will be a 2 week break and then ROCK will resume on August 13.  Come and join the fun!

† VBS DONATIONS  Big thank you to everyone that is helping out with providing food for our VBS dinners this year.  We appreciate your help!

† SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATION  For the next few Sundays, Good Shepherd will be collecting school supplies for Immanuel Lutheran School in Lockwood to support them as the school year begins.  There is a list of items that would be most  helpful on the round table in the narthex.  Thanks for your help!

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Leah E., the Chapman’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan Mehl’s dad, undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† SISTERS IN CHRIST  Please join our ladies gathering on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.  This is a time for sharing, caring, studying and praying – together, with each other and God.  We want you to be included in this beautiful sisterhood.

† ROCK –  ROLLING OUT CHRIST’S KINGDOM continues every Wednesday night through July 23 starting at 6:00 pm for dinner, small group bible study, and fun.  The activities conclude at 7:00 pm.  There will be a 2 week break and then ROCK will resume on August 13.  Come and join the fun!

† VBS – EPIC AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE is scheduled for Sunday, July 27 through  Thursday, July 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  There will be a dinner served each evening at 5:00 pm.  Also, please plan to join us for our VBS Kick-off celebration on Sunday, July 27 during the Sunday School hour.  Students can still register by completing the printed form in the Narthex.  Or you may register at https://vbsmate.com/events/gslcarthage/30913.  If you are  interested in helping with VBS, please complete the form available in the narthex.   If you have any questions you can contact Kayla  H.

† VBS DONATIONS  Last year, during VBS, we were able to feed more than 50 students and volunteers each evening.  We would like to continue the dinner and fellowship this year!  If you would like to contribute to this project, please check the table in the narthex for a list of supplies needed as well as small envelopes for cash donations.  We appreciate your help!

† SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATION  For the next few Sundays, Good Shepherd will be collecting school supplies for Immanuel Lutheran School in Lockwood to support them as the school year begins.  There is a list of items that would be most  helpful on the round table in the narthex.  Thanks for your help!

† IN OUR PRAYERS  Leah E., the C.’s granddaughter, dealing with Thyroid Cancer; Micki B., recovering after surgery; Mark K., Megan M.’s dad,  undergoing rehab; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer;  Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.

† SISTERS IN CHRIST  Please join our ladies gathering on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.  This is a time for sharing, caring, studying and praying – together, with each other and God.  We want you to be included in this beautiful sisterhood.

† ROCK –  ROLLING OUT CHRIST’S KINGDOM continues every Wednesday night through July 23 starting at 6:00 pm for dinner, small group bible study, and fun.  The activities conclude at 7:00 pm.  There will be a 2 week break and then ROCK will resume on August 13.  Come and join the fun!

† VBS – EPIC AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE is scheduled for Sunday, July 27 through  Thursday, July 31, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  There will be a dinner served each evening at 5:00 pm.  Also, please plan to join us for our VBS Kick-off celebration on Sunday, July 27 during the Sunday School hour.  Students can still register by completing the printed form in the Narthex.  Or you may register at https://vbsmate.com/events/gslcarthage/30913. If you are  interested in helping with VBS, please complete the form available in the narthex.   If you have any questions you can contact Kayla  H.

† VBS DONATIONS  Last year, during VBS, we were able to feed more than 50 students and volunteers each evening.  We would like to continue the dinner and fellowship this year!  If you would like to contribute to this project, please check the table in the narthex for a list of supplies needed as well as small  envelopes for cash donations.  We appreciate your help!

† ANNUAL PICNIC  St. John’s Lutheran Church in Purdy will have it’s annual picnic on Friday, July 18, at 6:00 pm.  For more information check out the flyer on the round table the in the narthex.