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REMEMBER IN PRAYER  Edna C., recovering from a broken hip; Marilyn N., at home; Bill S., in rehab. at St. Luke’s; Jean S., undergoing tests; Don & Joann W., for safe travel to get Samuel from India; Jeanann G., Ann L., Corky M., Chuck P. & Janet S., receiving treatment; Vernetta B., David C., Melba D. & June R. in extended care facilities.

SOFTBALL  The Co-Ed Softball will not play this week because of the Labor Day holiday.  The Men’s Softball game is Tuesday at 7:30 pm.

THE SHEPHERD’S OWN will resume rehearsals this Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm.  Do you like to sing?  Come join us.  You don’t even have to know how to read music.

CHURCH WORK DAY  Next Saturday, September 11, is the day designated as a work day here at the church.  There will be painting, cleaning, trimming, cutting, along with a few other things that will need to be done.  Both the gents and the ladies are needed.  Work will begin at 8:30 am.  

JR CONFIRMATION  Confirmation instruction for children in the 7th and 8th grades will begin Wednesday, September 15, at 6:30 p.m.  There will be a parent’s meeting after both worship services next Sunday, September 12, to go over materials and class schedules.    

THE RALLY DAY ROUND-UP AND CHUCK WAGON LUNCH is next Sunday.  This special day is not only for the Sunday School children, but for the entire congregation.  If you’d like, dress up in your cowboy/girl attire, and bring a side dish or dessert to go with the chili and ham & beans being served for lunch.  Some of the fun things planned for after lunch are: horse and buggy rides, a bounce house, games, train rides, sno-cones, and the beautiful balloon launch.  So, buckaroos, be sure to join us for a rootin’ tootin’ good time!

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. 

TAPES AND CD’S OF THE SERVICE  Audio tapes and CDs of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  The previous Sunday’s are also available.

BLOOD PRESSURE  The opportunity to have your blood pressure taken and recorded after each service is available in the nurse’s office located off the narthex.  You will be given a card to carry with you to record your readings.

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 control the volume.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER  Marilyn N., at St. John’s Hospital recovering from surgery; Pat S., recovering at home; Janet S., receiving treatment; Corky M., recovering from surgery and undergoing treatment for cancer; Jeanann G., Ann L., & Chuck P., undergoing treatment.

SMOKED PORK BY CAVEMAN CUISINE  Wednesday is the day to pick up your order from the B’s.  The cost is $25.00 plus tax. 

SOFTBALL  The Co-Ed Softball game is Monday at 7:30 pm.  The Men’s Softball game is Tuesday at 6:30 pm.

DULCIMER DEMONSTRATION  Dennis Norwood, Springfield, will be blessing us with a hammered and mountain dulcimer demonstration and workshop this Tuesday, August 31, at 1:30 pm. here at the church.  Mr. Norwood plays both instruments beautifully to the glory of God.  Please come to listen or to join in the workshop.  “Let us make a joyful noise unto the Lord.”

THE LWML will meet this Wednesday evening at 6:30.  Pastor will have the topic and Judy G. will be the hostess.  All ladies of the congregation are invited.

CHURCH FLOAT MEETING  There will be another church float meeting this Wednesday, Sept. 1, at 5:30 pm.  If you’re interested in helping with the plans and making of the church float to pull in the Maple Leaf Parade, please attend.  If you would like to help with some of the expenses, there is a container in the narthex for your donation. 

JR CONFIRMATION  Confirmation instruction for children in the 7th and 8th grades will begin Wednesday, September 15, at 6:30 p.m.  There will be a parent’s meeting after both worship services, Sunday, September 12, to go over materials and class schedules.    

CHURCH WORK DAY  September 11 is the day designated as a work day here at the church.  There will be painting, cleaning, trimming, cutting, along with a few other things that will need to be done.  Both the gents and the ladies are needed.  Work will begin at 8:30 am.  

RALLY DAY ROUND-UP AND CHUCK WAGON LUNCH  Special things are planned for Sunday, Sept.12, not only for the children put the entire congregation.  See the Sept. newsletter for more details. 

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. 

TAPES AND CD’S OF THE SERVICE  Audio tapes and CDs of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  The previous Sunday’s are also available.

BLOOD PRESSURE  The opportunity to have your blood pressure taken and recorded after each service is available in the nurse’s office located off the narthex.  You will be given a card to carry with you to record your readings.

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 control the volume.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER  Darrell I., at the loss of his mother; Paul L., at the loss of his sister; Marilyn N., in ICU at St. John’s Hospital recovering from surgery; Pat S., recovering from heart surgery; Janet S., receiving treatment; Corky M., recovering from surgery and undergoing treatment for cancer; Jeanann G., Ann L., & Chuck P., undergoing treatment.

SMOKED PORK BY CAVEMAN CUISINE  Today is the last day to place your order.  The order sheet is in the narthex.  The cost is $25.00 each, which is for 4-5 pounds of delicious meat. 

SOFTBALL  The Co-Ed Softball game is Monday at 8:30 pm.  The Men’s Softball game is Tuesday at 7:30 pm.

STRIKE UP THE BAND  GSLC band practice begins this Wednesday, August 25, at 5:30 pm.  Play an instrument?  Please join us.  Karen M. is the leader.

MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL FUNDRAISER with car show, silent auction,  D. J., carnival games for kids, and concessions, will be held Friday, August 27, beginning at 5 pm. at 2616 Connecticut, Joplin.  Entry form for the car show is available in the GSLC office.

DULCIMER DEMONSTRATION  Dennis Norwood, Springfield, will be blessing us with a hammer and mountain dulcimer demonstration and workshop on August 31, at 1:30 pm. here at the church.  Mr. Norwood plays both instruments beautifully to the glory of God.  Please come to listen or to join in the workshop.  “Let us make a joyful noise unto the Lord.”

CHURCH FLOAT MEETING  There will be another church float meeting Sept. 1 at 5:30 pm.  If you’re interested in helping with the plans and making of the church float to pull in the Maple Leaf Parade, please attend.  Also, if you would like to help with some of the expenses, there is a container in the narthex for your donation. 

JR CONFIRMATION  Confirmation instruction for children in the 7th and 8th grades will begin Wednesday, September 15, at 6:30 p.m.  There will be a parent’s meeting after both worship services, Sunday, September 12, to go over materials and class schedules.    

CHURCH WORK DAY  September 11 is the day designated as a work day here at the church.  There will be painting, cleaning, trimming, cutting, along with a few other things that will need to be done.  Both the gents and the ladies are needed.  Work will begin at 8:30 am.  

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. 

TAPES AND CD’S OF THE SERVICE  Audio tapes and CDs of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex.  The previous Sunday’s are also available.

BLOOD PRESSURE  The opportunity to have your blood pressure taken and recorded after each service is available in the nurse’s office located off the narthex.  You will be given a card to carry with you to record your readings.

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 control the volume.

REMEMBER IN PRAYER  Marilyn N., recovering from surgery; Pat S., recovering from heart surgery; Corky M., recovering from surgery and undergoing treatment for cancer; Jeanann G., Ann L., & Chuck P., undergoing treatment.

CONGRATULATIONS!  Perry & Charla S. have been blessed with the gift of a baby girl born July 31.  At birth, Jenna Macalea weighed 8 lbs., 1 oz., and was 20” long.  We ask God’s blessings on this family.

SMOKED PORK BY CAVEMAN CUISINE  Next Sunday will be the last day to order.  Order sheet is in the narthex.  The cost is $25.00 each, which is 4-5 pounds of meat.  Thanks, Chad & Nicole.

MUSIC MINISTRY PLANNING MEETING  A Music Ministry planning meeting has been scheduled for this evening at 6:30 pm.  Anyone who has an interest in sculpting the future shape of Music Ministry at GSLC is encouraged to attend this meeting and share his/her ideas.

LWML BAKE SALE today after both services.  As always, your contributions and help are very much appreciated.  Thank you.

ELDERS’ MEETING will be this Monday at 7:00 pm.

SOFTBALL  The Co-Ed Softball game is Monday at 6:30 pm.  The Men’s Softball game is Tuesday at 8:30 pm.

SCHOOL BEGINS this week for all of the area schools.  Please keep both students and teachers in your prayers as this new school year gets under way.

FLOAT PLANNING  This Wednesday, August 18, there will be a planning meeting at 5:30 pm. for the building of our church float to be in the Maple Leaf Parade.  This year’s theme is Heroes and Heritage.  Everyone is welcome to come and offer ideas and knowledge.  Root beer floats will be served.

STRIKE UP THE BAND  Reminder:  band practice begins Wednesday, August 25, at 5:30 pm.  Karen M. is the leader. 

PRAYER BEARS are in the sanctuary pews and available to be signed out and given to anyone that needs God’s love, comfort, and peace. 

TAPES AND CD’S OF THE SERVICE  Audio tapes and CDs of the service are available after the 8:15 am service each Sunday.  They are located in the glassed-door cabinet in the narthex. The previous Sunday’s are also available.

BLOOD PRESSURE  The opportunity to have your blood pressure taken and recorded after each service is available in the nurse’s office located off the narthex.  You will be given a card to carry with you to record your readings.

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 control the volume.