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REMEMBER IN PRAYER Don H., at home undergoing treatment for cancer; Ronda S., at Carthage Rehab.; Brian S., recovering from surgery; Kenna Marie F., at Children’s Mercy Hospital.

SOFTBALL The church co-ed team will play Monday at 8:30 pm, and the men’s team will play Tuesday evening at 7:30.

PASTOR’S CLASS Pastor is having an Information Class this afternoon from 1:00 to 6:00 in the Conference Room.  The class is for everyone, but it is especially designed for those wanting to know more about the Lutheran Church or who are interested in joining the congregation.  Please let Pastor know if you are interested.  Refreshments will be served.

LWML BAKE SALE The LWML is holding a bake sale today after both services.  All proceeds will go toward the purchase of narthex furniture.

THIRTY-ONE PARTY You are invited to a Thirty-one party in the Fellowship Hall after church until 2:00.  Thirty-one is a company based on Psalm 31 (Celebrate, Encourage and Reward) and includes fun organizing bags, totes, purses and accessories that can be personalized.  The party is hosted by Gerry S. and presented by Bethany M.  Ten percent of the sales will be donated to the narthex furniture fund.

MEN’S CAMPING RETREAT If you are looking for a fun weekend of camping and fishing, then please join us for a men’s camping trip the weekend of Oct. 14-16.  We’ll be going to Dale & LeeAnn B. property located just south of Lockwood.  There is a large stocked pond for a day of fishing from the bank.  Campers are welcome, but there is no electric hookups.  Contact Dale, or Paul R., with any questions.  There is a sign up sheet in the narthex.  Hope to see you there.

CROSSLINES CANNED GOODS Please remember to bring non-perishable items to donate to Crosslines.  You can place your donation in the round container in the narthex, or in the shopping basket in the entry way to the fellowship hall.  Any donation is greatly needed and very appreciated.

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.

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.

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.

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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Don H., at home undergoing treatment for cancer; Ronda S., at Carthage Rehab.; Logan S., recovering from surgery; Kenna Marie F., at Children’s Mercy Hospital.

A BIG THANK YOU to all those who helped make last Sunday’s special day, special.  It was the fellowship committee, the Christian education committee, the eating committee, the play committee, the praise committee, the committee of children and of adults…you get idea, we just can’t thank everyone enough.  It was a wonderful time!

SOFTBALL The church co-ed team will play Monday at 8:30 pm, and the men’s team will play Tuesday evening, also at 8:30.

THE ELDERS’ will meet this Monday evening at 7:00.

YOU’RE INVITED The Joplin Immanuel LWML is having a day retreat next Saturday, Sept. 24, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the home of Joan S. here in Carthage and have invited the ladies of our congregation to join them.  There will be a Bible study led by Pastor Mech, lunch, games, singing, and spiritual renewal.  Please RSVP to Emalie W. by Sept. 20 if you would like to attend.

CONGRATULATIONS to Jason & Karena A. who were blessed with the gift of a baby girl on Sept. 14.  Peyton Rose weighed 9 lbs., 5 oz. and was 21 inches long.  Proud members of her family are: grandparents Terry & Kathy P., uncles Charlie, Joey and Tim, and great-grandmother Katherine R.  We ask for God’s continued blessings on Peyton and her family.

ARE YOU WILLING? Are you willing to give fifteen minutes, how about an hour?  Our children are the future of Good Shepherd and they are eager to learn.  Sunday School and Midweek classes are growing and we need your help.  Fifteen minutes, or an hour, you can do it.  Please sign the sheet at the Education Station in the church narthex.

PASTOR’S CLASS Pastor is having an Information Class next Sunday afternoon from 1:00 to 6:00 in the Conference Room.  The class is for everyone, but it is especially designed for those wanting to know more about the Lutheran Church or who are interested in joining the congregation.  Please let Pastor know if you are interested.  Refreshments will be served.

LWML BAKE SALE The LWML will hold a bake sale next Sunday, Sept. 25.  All proceeds will go toward the purchase of narthex furniture.

THIRTY-ONE PARTY You are invited to a Thirty-one party in the Fellowship Hall after church until 2:00.  Thirty-one is a company based on Psalm 31 (Celebrate, Encourage and Reward) and includes fun organizing bags, totes, purses and accessories that can be personalized.  The party is hosted by Gerry S. and presented by Bethany M.  Ten percent of the sales will be donated to the narthex furniture fund.  For a preview visit: www.mythirtyone.com/bethanymccarty.

CROSSLINES CANNED GOODS Please remember to bring non-perishable items to donate to Crosslines.  You can place your donation in the round container in the narthex, or in the shopping basket in the entry way to the fellowship hall.  Any donation is greatly needed and very appreciated.

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.

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.

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.

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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Don H., at home undergoing treatment for cancer; Ronda S., at Carthage Rehab; Kenna Marie F., at Children’s Mercy Hospital.

BAPTIZED TODAY We celebrate with John & Rhonda N. whose son, Ethan Daniel Josiah N., will be baptized today during our worship service.  Ethan was born Aug. 16, 1997 and was adopted by John & Rhonda on Aug. 31, 2011.  His sponsors are Dale & Lee Ann B.  We rejoice with this family and praise God for his goodness.

SPECIAL EVENTS TODAY
~  ONE WORSHIP SERVICE
~  SUNDAY SCHOOL ROUND-UP RALLY DAY
~  FRIED CHICKEN POT LUCK DINNER

REMEMBERING 9/11 We remember those who lost their lives ten years ago on September 11 because of the terrorist attacks, and we ask God to bless us as a nation.

SOFTBALL The church co-ed team will play Monday at 6:30 pm, and the men’s team will play Tuesday evening, also at 6:30.

THANK YOU I want to thank everyone for their prayers, visits and cards during my hospital stay.  I am now at home and doing well.  Louise O.

WEDNESDAY FALL SCHEDULE BEGINS THIS WEEK
+  BAND PRACTICE will begin this week at 5:30 pm.  Do you play an instrument?  We’d love to have you join us.  Karen M. is the band leader.
+  JR CONFIRMATION Confirmation Class for 7th & 8th graders will begin this week from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm.  Each student will need to bring their own personal Bible.  Luther’s Small Catechism and a notebook will be furnished by the congregation.
+  BIBLE STUDY You are welcome to join the Wednesday Bible Study group who will be exploring the book, I Believe but I Have Questions. Through it you will explore the process of spiritual growth and how to apply the Christian faith in everyday life.  The cost of the book is $16.00.
+  MIDWEEK SCHOOL will begin this week at 6:30.  The lessons will coordinate with the Sunday School lessons and will include an activity. They will keep the same schedule as the other classes that meet on Wednesdays.
+  THE SHEPHERD’S OWN men’s choir has resumed their weekly rehearsals at 6:30.  If you enjoy praising the Lord in four-part harmony (and fellowshipping with a great group of guys), please come and join us.
+  YOUTH GROUP The Youth Group will meet at 6:30 pm.

ARE YOU WILLING? Are you willing to give fifteen minutes, how about an hour?  Our children are the future of Good Shepherd and they are eager to learn.  Sunday School and Midweek classes are growing and we need your help.  Fifteen minutes, or an hour, you can do it.  Please sign the sheet at the Education Station in the church narthex.

LWML BAKE SALE The LWML will hold a bake sale on Sunday, Sept. 25.  All proceeds will go towards the purchase of narthex furniture.

YOU’RE INVITED The Joplin Immanuel LWML is having a day retreat on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the home of Joan S. here in Carthage and have invited the ladies of our congregation to join them.  There will have a Bible study led by Pastor Mech, lunch, games, singing, and spiritual renewal.  Please RSVP to Emalie W. by Sept. 20 if you would like to attend.

CROSSLINES CANNED GOODS Please remember to bring non-perishable items to donate to Crosslines.  You can place your donation in the round container in the narthex, or in the shopping basket in the entry way to the fellowship hall.  Any donation is greatly needed and very appreciated.

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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Louise O., at Carthage Rehab.;  Don H., at home and undergoing treatment for cancer.

FALL SOFTBALL The church co-ed team will not play on Monday, Labor Day. The men’s team will play Tuesday evening at 8:30.

COUCH POTATO LUNCH AND SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER was a big success.  It was good food and good fellowship for a good cause.  Over $1,100.00 was raised to go toward the purchase of furniture for the narthex.  A big thank you to everyone from Brenda K., Lora W. and Corinne W., LWML Potato Lunch committee.

LWML WOMEN TO WOMEN NIGHT OUT is this Wednesday evening at 6:00, here in the Fellowship Hall.  All LWML members are encouraged to  enjoy this night of food, fellowship and fun.  Lora S. will have the topic.  This is also a work night to help get ready for the Zone Fall Rally which our society will be hosting in Nov.  Please RSVP to Mary, 358-1325, if you plan to attend and if you will be bringing a guest.

THE SHEPHERD’S OWN men’s choir will resume weekly rehearsals on Wed. evenings at 6:30, beginning Sept. 7.  If you enjoy praising the Lord in four-part harmony (and fellowshipping with a great group of guys), please come and join us.  For more information you may contact John N.

SPECIAL EVENTS NEXT SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Be sure and note the special events scheduled for next Sunday.
+  ONE WORSHIP SERVICE We are planning just one fellowship worship service at 10:45 am next Sunday.  This will give everyone in the congregation a chance to meet each other.  Since the Sunday School Rally Day theme is “Roundup”, everyone is invited to wear casual clothes.  We will also be asking everyone to wear a name tag.  Bible Class and Sunday School will meet at their regular time, 9:30 am.
+  SUNDAY SCHOOL RALLY DAY The Sunday School will also have their Rally Day Round-up next Sunday.  It’s when everyone moves up a class and the fall program begins.  There will be a balloon launch before the children go to their new classes.  There will also be rides, games, and all kinds of activities for the children after the noon meal.
+  FRIED CHICKEN POT LUCK DINNER A congregational potluck din- ner (you bring the veggies, salads or desserts; fried chicken will be furnished), will be served after the worship service for all to enjoy, and you’ll want to stay and enjoy the many activities that are planned for the afternoon for all ages.

IRON ON T-SHIRT TRANSFERS for next Sunday’s special day are available in the narthex.

BAND PRACTICE will begin Wednesday, September 14, at 5:30 pm.  Play an instrument?  We’d love to have you join us.  Karen M. is the band leader.

JR CONFIRMATION AND WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY will resume Wednesday, September 14, at 6:30 p.m.

MID-WEEK SCHOOL Plans are being made to have a Wednesday Mid-Week School for all ages of children.  They will meet at the same time as the Confirmation class.  The lessons will coordinate with the Sunday School lessons and will include an activity.  There is a sign up sheet in the Narthex if you are interested in your child/children attending.

CROSSLINES CANNED GOODS Please remember to bring non-perishable items to donate to Crosslines.  You can place your donation in the round container in the narthex, or in the shopping basket in the entry way to the fellowship hall.  Any donation is greatly needed and very appreciated.

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.

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.