IN OUR PRAYERS Laura D. & unborn son, under care at Freeman Hospital; Bula G., recovering from surgery; Don H., recovering from pneumonia and undergoing treatment for cancer; the family of Bill S., who passed away Nov. 27; David C., Bonnie L., and June R., in extended care facilities.
WILLIAM “BILL” STOKLEY Bill, 81, was received into the arms of his Savior on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011. He was a resident at the Veteran’s Home in Mt. Vernon at the time of his death. A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Schnackenberg, was held on Friday morning in Kansas City, MO. Internment was at Green Lawn Cemetery, Kansas City. Bill is survived by three sisters, Janet S., Virginia S., and Mary O.. We pray for God’s blessings of comfort to Bill’s family.
WOMEN’S EVENT The LWML is sponsoring a Holiday Event for all ladies of the congregation this evening. There will be a light meal served at 6:30, so don’t eat before you come. The Secret Sisters will do their reveal, and everyone attending is asked to bring a wrapped ornament to participate in the “trading game”. All those who wish to participate in a cookie exchange should bring a batch of cookies on a decorative plate. Ziplock bags and paper plates will be provided to collect your assortment of cookies. Hope to see you this evening.
MID WEEK ADVENT SERVICES Plan to attend the Mid-week Advent services on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm.
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE Rehearsals are planned for after the late service on Sunday, Dec. 11 & 18. A light meal will be provided. A helping hand with the food would be greatly appreciated. Let us know what you can donate by using the sign up sheet at the Sunday School table in the narthex.
MIDWEEK SCHEDULE The Midweek schedule for Wednesday is changed during the Advent season. Confirmation Class, Midweek School, and Bible Class will all start at 6:00 p.m. Please note this change in time.
MOTHER’S DAY OUT DEC. 11 If you want to go Christmas shopping without your children, the youth group will baby sit for you on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 11, from 1:00 to 5:00 here at the church. There will be games, crafts and even snacks for the children while you are shopping to your heart’s content. There is a sign up sheet in the narthex to let the youth group know how many to plan for.
THE EVANGELISM COMMITTEE invites you to visit their “Christmas Outreach” table located in the narthex. There you will find information and ideas about sharing Jesus with others and some inexpensive gift ideas that focus on keeping Christ in Christmas. Donations are appreciated.
FLOWER CHART, 2012 If you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the flower chart hanging on the wall next to the water fountain in the hallway. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.
POINSETTIAS If you would like to purchase a poinsettia(s) to help adorn the sanctuary at Christmas (as in the past, it’s yours to take home after Christmas), please use the sign-up sheet on the table in the narthex. The cost is $8.00 each. See Diana E. about payment, and if you have any questions.
CHRISTMAS SERVICE SCHEDULE Children’s Christmas Program Sunday, December 18, 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Saturday, December 24, 7:00 p.m. Christmas Day Sunday, December 25, 9:30 a.m.
WOMEN’S RETREAT Jan. 27-29, 2012, are the dates of the Women’s Retreat to be held at the beautiful Wyndham Branson at the Meadows Resort, Branson, MO. Offered, at no cost to you, are two bedroom condos with a kitchenette and fold out sofa, that will sleep 4-6. There will be a $10.00 registration fee for each one attending. Please make your check payable to the LWML and give to Mary at the church office. The theme for this year’s retreat is, Say yes to the dress—your Bridegroom is coming! There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex to reserve your condo. More detailed information is in the Dec. Shepherd’s Staff.
CD’S AND TAPES OF THE SERVICE Audio tapes and CD’s of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday. They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.