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REMEMBER IN PRAYER Don H., at home and undergoing treatment for cancer; Sharon R., recovering at home.

VBS BIG SUCCESS We want to thank everyone who helped make this year’s VBS a big success.  Approximately 45 kids attended Hero Headquarters each night.  The VBS kids and staff will give a special program today in the late service.

UNITED IN MARRIAGE Elizabeth D. and Nathan D. were united in marriage yesterday afternoon at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Springfield, MO.  We congratulate them, and pray for the Lord to bless their life together as husband and wife.  The couple will make their home in Sarcoxie.

NARTHEX FURNITURE Would you like to help with the purchase of some seating for the narthex?  Tentative plans are to have a sofa, loveseat, ottoman and side chairs.  The LWML has a committee that is checking to find the best product for the best price.  If you would like to help with this project, please make note that you want your donation to go towards narthex furniture.

BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this evening at 6:00 before the Voters’ Meeting.  Anyone interested, please feel free to attend.

THE JULY VOTERS’ MEETING is this evening at 7:00 pm.  Refreshments will be served.

CONSTITUTION CHANGE The church council has proposed the following changes to our constitution:

Article VI, section C
The Church Council shall annually prepare a list of at least six Special Projects, for the convenience of members wishing to make designated contributions and memorials. The list shall be presented to the voters, preferably in the January meeting of the Voters’ Assembly, for their approval.  Items may be added to or removed from the Special Projects list by the Voters’ Assembly at any regular meeting.

Article VII, section D, 3
Donors of honorary gifts and undesignated memorials will be encouraged to designate their contribution to one of the Special Projects (see Article VI, section C), to another suitable charitable purpose, or to support the ongoing mission of the church.  The Financial Secretary shall make a formal record of the memorial or honorary gift, and shall extend all efforts to ascertain the donor’s intentions for allocation.  If no designation is made within 60 days, the Financial Secretary shall classify the contribution as undesignated and assign it to the general operating funds of the congregation.

THRIVENT MATCHING FUNDS If you would like to donate money for tornado relief to either Immanuel or Peace Lutheran in Joplin, Thrivent will match $1.00 for each $3.00 raised.  You can give your donation through Good Shepherd, and we will see that it goes where you have designated it.

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.

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.

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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER  Don H., recovering from surgery Freeman Hospital; Bonnie L., at Maple Tree Terrace;  Sharon R., recovering at home

VBS STARTS TODAY: HERO HEADQUARTERS  Kids, don’t miss the exciting, challenging, super-fun VBS program starting this evening and going through Thursday.  We will start each session with a light lunch at 5:30 pm, and end at 8:00 p.m.  You will get to know Bible heroes and find out how you can be a hero for God, too.  Of course, there will also be crafts and games to enjoy.  See you this evening at HERO HEADQUARTERS!

HOUSING CONTINUED  We continue to provide a place for volunteers to sleep while they are helping with the tornado relief in Joplin.  Please make them feel welcome and also tell them “thank you”. 

NARTHEX FURNITURE  Would you like to help with the purchase of some seating for the narthex?  Tentative plans are to have a sofa, loveseat, ottoman and side chairs.  The LWML has a committee that is checking to find the best product for the best price.  If you would like to help with this project, please make note that you want your donation to go towards narthex furniture. 

THE JULY VOTERS’ MEETING has been scheduled for Sunday, July 31, beginning at 7:00 pm. 

CONSTITUTION CHANGE  The church council has proposed the following changes to our constitution:
        Article VI, section C
             The Church Council shall annually prepare a list of at least six Special Projects, for                               
        the convenience of members wishing to make designated contributions and memorials.        
        The list shall be presented to the voters, preferably in the January meeting of the Voters’ Assembly, for their approval.  Items may be added to or removed from the Special 
        Projects list by the Voters’ Assembly at any regular meeting. 
        Article VII, section D, 3
              Donors of honorary gifts and undesignated memorials will be encouraged to
 designate their contribution to one of the Special Projects (see Article VI, section C),
 to another suitable charitable purpose, or to support the ongoing mission of the church. 
        The Financial Secretary shall make a formal record of the memorial or honorary gift,
        and shall extend all efforts to ascertain the donor’s intentions for allocation.  If no des-      
        ignation is made within 60 days, the Financial Secretary shall classify the contribution  
        as undesignated and assign it to the general operating funds of the congregation.

THRIVENT MATCHING FUNDS  If you would like to donate money for tornado relief to either Immanuel or Peace Lutheran in Joplin, Thrivent will match $1.00 for each $3.00 raised.  You can give your donation through Good Shepherd, and we will see that it goes where you have designated it. 

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.

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.      

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

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer; Kathy S., recovering from surgery; Sharon R, recovering at home.

VBS STARTS NEXT SUNDAY: HERO HEADQUARTERS Kids, don’t miss the exciting, challenging, super-fun VBS program starting next Sunday and going through Thursday.  Each day starts at 5:30 p.m. with a light lunch and ends at 8:00 p.m.  You will get to know Bible heroes and find out how you can be a hero for God, too.  Of course, there will also be crafts and games to enjoy.  Be sure and sign up if you haven’t already.  See you next Sunday evening at HERO HEADQUARTERS.

NARTHEX FURNITURE Would you like to help with the purchase of some seating for the narthex?  Tentative plans are to have a sofa, loveseat, ottoman and side chairs.  The LWML has a committee that is checking to find the best product for the best price.  If you would like to help with this project, please make note that you want your donation to go towards narthex furniture.

PERIODICALS AVAILABLE The July—September edition of the Portals of Prayer and the LWML summer issue of the Quarterly are available in the narthex.

THE BOARD OF ELDERS meet for their monthly meeting Monday evening at 7:00.

THE JULY VOTERS’ MEETING has been scheduled for Sunday, July 31.

CONSTITUTION CHANGE The church council has proposed the following changes to our constitution:
Article VI, section C             The Church Council shall annually prepare a list of at least six Special Projects, for the convenience of members wishing to make designated contributions and memorials. The list shall be presented to the voters, preferably in the January meeting of the Voters’ Assembly, for their approval.  Items may be added to or removed from the Special Projects list by the Voters’ Assembly at any regular meeting.
Article VII, section D, 3      Donors of honorary gifts and undesignated memorials will be encouraged to designate their contribution to one of the Special Projects (see Article VI, section C), to another suitable charitable purpose, or to support the ongoing mission of the church.  The Financial Secretary shall make a formal record of the memorial or honorary gift, and shall extend all efforts to ascertain the donor’s intentions for allocation.  If no designation is made within 60 days, the Financial Secretary shall classify the contribution as undesignated and assign it to the general operating funds of the congregation.

THRIVENT MATCHING FUNDS If you would like to donate money for tornado relief to either Immanuel or Peace Lutheran in Joplin, Thrivent will match $1.00 for each $3.00 raised.  You can give your donation through Good Shepherd, and we will see that it goes where you have designated it.

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.

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.

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.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Steve B., at the death of his mother; Don H., undergoing treatment for cancer; Betty K., having gall bladder surgery; Sharon R., recovering at home.

HERO HEADQUARTERS VBS PRE-REGISTRATION Kids, don’t miss the exciting, challenging, super-fun VBS program coming up July 24-28.  Please pre-register this afternoon from 2:00-4:00.  There will be games to play and snacks to eat!

POLYESTER DOUBLE KNIT material is needed to make capes for our heroes to wear at VBS.  Pieces need to be at least 24 inches long, and solid, darker colors are preferred.  Please bring to the church office as soon as possible.  Contact Gerry S. if you have any questions.

NARTHEX FURNITURE Would you like to help with the purchase of some seating for the narthex?  Tentative plans are to have a sofa, loveseat, ottoman and side chairs.  The LWML has a committee that is checking to find the best product for the best price.  If you would like to help with this project, please make note that you want your donation to go towards narthex furniture.

YOUTH COOKOUT The youth group is having a cookout this Saturday evening with a youth group from Kansas City who is working in Joplin.  Please contact Corrine W. if you planning to attend and she will let you know how you can help.

PERIODICALS AVAILABLE The July—September edition of the Portals of Prayer and the LWML summer issue of the Quarterly are available in the narthex.

THE CHURCH COUNCIL will meet this evening at 7:00.  All church officers are asked to attend.

HOME & BABY SHOWER for Jordan K. and Baby E. will be held this Tuesday evening at 7:00.  Jordan is registered at Wal-Mart.  Hostesses are Janie O., Emma G. and Janet C.  Call Janet with any questions or if you need a ride.

THRIVENT MATCHING FUNDS If you would like to donate money for tornado relief to either Immanuel or Peace Lutheran in Joplin, Thrivent will match $1.00 for each $3.00 raised.  You can give your donation through Good Shepherd, and we will see that it goes where you have designated it.

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.

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.

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.