† IN OUR PRAYERS Diana E., diagnosed with breast cancer; Chester and Charlene S., Blane’s Grandparents, recovering at home from various illnesses but improving; Jim B., undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer; Stephen Ministry and their care receivers.
† RALLY DAY/PIE AUCTION The annual Sunday School Rally Day and the LWML Pie Auction is happening today to kick off the new Sunday School year! This includes a potluck sponsored by the LWML. The 2024 Rally Day theme is “Donut” Worry, Jesus Loves You. Please join us!!!
† JR CONFIRMATION Jr. Confirmation class for students in 7th and 8th grade began last week. It is held each Wednesday at 6:45 pm in the Conference Room. Luther’s Small Catechism with Explanation will be provided to each new confirmand, but each student will need to bring their own Bible to class.
† MEALS ON WHEELS Thanks to everyone who helped deliver meals last week. What a great way to help our community.
† SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATION For the next few Sundays, Good Shepherd will be collecting school supplies for Immanuel Lutheran School in Lockwood. The items that would be most helpful include Expo erasers & markers, tissues, paper clips, staples, disinfectant wipes, Crayola water colors, college ruled notebooks, college & wide ruled loose leaf paper, multi colored cardstock paper, AA & AAA batteries, and $5-$10 gift card for teacher rewards. There is a collection box in the narthex.
† ESTATE PLANNING St. John’s Lutheran Church in Monett is hosting a session on estate planning on Wednesday, September 18 at 7:00 pm. If you are interested, please RSVP to Paster Kennell (text: 816-507-2193) by September 15.