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IN OUR PRAYERS Jim G., pending surgery for prostate cancer; Don H., undergoing surgery in St. Louis on Monday; Mary Ann L., recovering at home; Sandy O., recovering from back surgery.

LENTEN THEME WORD During Lent there will be a theme word each Sunday that describes what Jesus accomplished by dying on the cross for us. These Words are Restored, Justified, Reconciled, Fulfilled, Loved, and Forgiven. On Easter the word will be Risen.

LENTEN MIDWEEK SERVICES, 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM A part of the passion story will be read each midweek service. If you want to bring your lunch to the early service, you are most welcome to eat in the fellowship hall after the service.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR LENT As part of Lent this year, we will be collecting school supplies for Lora Samuelson to take with her on her mission trip to Haiti. They will be given to the children in the orphanage she visits. Each Sunday we will ask for a particular item that is needed. Next Sunday please bring wide line notebook paper. There will be a collection place in the narthex.

LENTEN CHALLENGE We have a supply of Shoe Box Scripture Treasures which contains a memory verse for each week of the year. The Lenten challenge is for you to take one home and for the next year each week memorize a Bible passage. They are available in the Narthex.

MIDWEEK SCHOOL We are holding an “Open House” Wednesday during class at 6:00 pm. The kids took home invitations, but anyone is welcome to come visit and find out what our class is all about.

LWML MISSION PROJECT The LWML has taken on a project to hold a Bible study with residents at Maple Tree Terrace, 2510 Clinton, Carthage, on Thursday, March 1 and March 15. The study, being led by Nan Borg, will be from 3:00-4:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to join us as we reach out in our community to bring the good news of Jesus’ love.

THRIVENT WORKSHOP An Economic and Investment Outlook Update. Thursday, March 1, 6:30 pm, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. This event will help you gain a better understanding of the factors that effect financial markets and trends so you can make more informed investment decisions. FREE No financial products will be sold. Dinner by Chicken Mary’s. Contact Austin Rice, 888-243-8225, for more information and to register.

MARTIN LUTHER DISPLAY Next Sunday, Molly S. will share with us her National History Day project on Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. It will be on display in the narthex and Molly will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

SAM’S CLUB As a member of Good Shepherd, you can receive up to a $25 Sam’s Club Gift Card if you sign up or renew an existing Plus Membership or a $10 gift card if you join or renew your Advantage Membership. A Sam’s Club representative will be here today to answer any questions you might have about this program.

CONFIRMATION RETREAT The Confirmation class will be going again to a retreat at Camp Windermere, sponsored by the MO District. The dates are March 23-25. The focus is on Baptism. Registration closes March 5. Pastor has more information for the class members.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.

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.

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.

IN OUR PRAYERS Tom D., following surgery on his knee; Sandy O., recovering from back surgery; Mary Ann L., recovering at home; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer.

LWML MEETING There will be a brief LWML meeting after the early service today to designate another delegate and alternate to the District Convention in June.

LADIES’ NIGHT OUT DINNER begins this evening at 5:00 sharp when Branson performer Terry Sanders, aka Barney Fife, will show up to entertain us. Then we’ll head to the Fellowship Hall where the guys will serve the gals a delicious dinner. Also, don’t forget to bring a dessert to share for the much anticipated, and now infamous, dessert buffet.

TOTAL SOUPER BOWL TALLY A total of 365 cans of soup were collected for Crosslines. THANK YOU, GOOD SHEPHERD!

ELDERS’ MEETING The Elders will meet tomorrow evening at 7:00.

WEDNESDAY EVENING TIME CHANGES Please note in the bulletin the time changes during Lent for the Wednesday evening activities.

ASH WEDNESDAY Lent starts this Wednesday with Ash Wednesday services both at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. There will be the dispensation of ashes and the celebrating of the Lord’s Supper at both services. A part of the passion story will be read each midweek service. If you want to bring your lunch to the early service, you are most welcome to eat in the fellowship hall after the service.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR LENT As part of Lent this year, we will be collecting school supplies for Lora Samuelson to take with her on her mission trip to Haiti. They will be given to the children in the orphanage she visits. Each Sunday we will ask for a particular item that is needed. Next Sunday please bring #2 pencils with erasers on them. There will be a collection place in the narthex.

LENTEN CHALLENGE We have several Shoe Box Scripture Treasures which contains a memory verse for each week of the year. The Lenten challenge is for you to take one home and for the next year each week memorize a Bible passage. They are available in the Narthex.

THRIVENT WORKSHOP An Economic and Investment Outlook Update. Thursday, March 1, 6:30 pm, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. This event will help you gain a better understanding of the factors that effect financial markets and trends so you can make more informed investment decisions. FREE No financial products will be sold. Dinner by Chicken Mary’s. Contact Austin Rice, 888-243-8225 for more information and to register.

FLOWER CHART There are many empty spaces on the flower chart, so if you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the 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.

SAM’S CLUB As a member of Good Shepherd, you can receive up to a $25 Sam’s Club Gift Card if you sign up or renew an existing Plus Membership or a $10 gift card if you join or renew your Advantage Membership. Certificates are available on the credenza in the narthex.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.

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.

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.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the nurse’s office after each service. You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

IN OUR PRAYERS Howard K. and Mary P., at the loss of their mother; Sandy O., recovering from back surgery; Mary Ann L., recovering at home; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer; Sue V., recovering at home.

THANKS TO ALL who donated soup for our Souper Bowl project. It was a big success. We received over 320 cans that were delivered to Carthage Crosslines for their food pantry. YOU’RE SUPER!

SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL The Lutheran Witness, it’s about your faith, your church, your world. The new subscription year begins in April. If you would like to receive or renew a subscription for 2012, please use the sign up sheet in the narthex. The cost is $15.00. You may put the amount in the offering plate marked Lutheran Witness, or mail a check to the church office.

LADIES’ NIGHT OUT DINNER Ladies and gents alike, next Sunday you won’t want to miss the always fun and entertaining evening, when the guys serve the girls a delicious, sometimes even called gourmet dinner. The evening begins at 5:00 when Terry Sanders, aka Barney Fife, will show up to entertain us. Please use the sign up sheet in the narthex so we know how many to prepare for. Also, don’t forget to bring a dessert to share for the much anticipated, and now infamous, dessert buffet.

DAYTIME MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICE ADDED Lent starts Wednesday, Feb. 22, and this year we have added an additional midweek service during the daytime at 11:00 am. This will give those who do not drive at night, or who have evening obligations, an opportunity to attend the midweek services. Wednesday evening services will begin at 7:00 pm.

FLOWER CHART There are lots of empty spaces on the flower chart, so if you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the 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.

THRIVENT The SW Missouri Chapter of Thrivent meeting will be at 6:30 p.m., Feb. 14, at First Lutheran, Neosho. They will plan for this year’s Chapter activities. If you would like to attend for Good Shepherd, please let Pastor know.

SAM’S CLUB As a member of Good Shepherd you can receive up to a $25 Sam’s Club Gift Card if you sign up or renew an existing Plus Membership or a $10 gift card if you join or renew your Advantage Membership. Certificates are available on the credenza in the narthex.

LUTHERAN HOUR MINISTRIES Personal giving envelopes are available on the credenza in the narthex.

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out (notebook in narthex) and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. We have had reports and words of thanks from folks being blessed by this outreach ministry.

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.

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.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the narthex after each service. You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.

IN OUR PRAYERS Clay C., at Freeman Hospital; Sandy O., recovering from back surgery; Mary Ann L., recovering at home; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer; Sue V., recovering at home.

WANTED: USED LAPTOPS The Board of Education is asking for donations of used laptops to be used by the Sunday School. If you have any questions, please visit with Karen Perkins. There is more information in the February Newsletter about how they will be utilized.

SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL The Lutheran Witness, it’s about your faith, your church, your world. The new subscription year begins in April. If you would like to receive or renew a subscription for 2012, please use the sign up sheet in the narthex. The cost is $15.00. You may put the amount in the offering plate marked Lutheran Witness, or mail a check to the church office.

YOU’RE INVITED The aunts and cousins of Hailey Waggoner invite you to a bridal shower for Hailey this afternoon at 2:00 pm, in the fellowship hall here at the church. Her wedding date is March 10. The couple is registered at Target and Wal-Mart.

THE OVER –50 GOOD SHEPHERDS meet this Thursday evening at 6:00 pm. Food! Fellowship! Fun!

LADIES’ NIGHT OUT DINNER Ladies and gents alike, mark your calendars! On Sunday, Feb. 19, you won’t want to miss this always fun and entertaining evening, when the guys serve the girls a delicious, sometimes even called, gourmet dinner. The evening begins at 5:00 when Terry S., aka Barney Fife, will show up to entertain us. Please use the sign up sheet in the narthex so we know how many to prepare for. Also, don’t forget to bring a dessert to share for the much anticipated dessert buffet.

DAYTIME MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICE ADDED Lent starts Wednesday, Feb. 22, and this year we have added an additional midweek service during the daytime at 11:00 am. This will give those who do not drive at night, or who have evening obligations, an opportunity to attend the midweek services. Wednesday evening services will begin at 7:00 pm.

FLOWER CHART There are lots of empty spaces on the flower chart, so if you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the 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.

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.

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.

BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS are available in the narthex after each service. You will be given a small form that can be carried in your wallet which will include medical information and a log of your blood pressure readings.