We are starting a new study on the N.T. book of 2 Peter in the Sunday morning Bible class. It is a good time to join us if you have been thinking about coming. It starts at 9:30 am. Along with the study and fellowship, there is always a good cup of hot coffee and lots of goodies waiting for you.
“Reaching Out Together” is an evangelism conference designed to inspire, encourage, teach and give opportunity for putting into practice principles for talking about Jesus to others, especially the uncommitted or unchurched. This event is presented by the Saturday Outreach School in partnership with Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, the Missouri District of the Lutheran Church — Missouri Synod (LCMS) and North American Missions Ablaze! “Reaching Out Together” is for pastors, evangelism boards, church leaders and laypeople in the Missouri District and adjacent LCMS districts.
For more information contact Concordia Seminary Continuing Education at (314) 505-7486 or e-mail ce@csl.edu.
REMEMBER IN PRAYER: Judy H. and Dorothy L., recovering from surgery; Marian S., suffering from a broken arm due to a fall; Heather U. and Jeanann G., undergoing treatment for cancer; Marty J., with cancer; Ann L. and Chuck P., undergoing treatment; Bill S., serving in the military in Afghanistan.
NEW SUNDAY AM BIBLE CLASS We are starting a new study on the N.T. book of 2 Peter in the Sunday morning Bible class. It is a good time to join us if you have been thinking about coming. It starts at 9:30 am. Along with the study and fellowship, there is always a good cup of hot coffee and lots of goodies waiting for you.
2010 OFFERING ENVELOPES The 2010 offering envelopes are ready to be picked up. If you do not see your name and want envelopes, please contact the church office. Likewise, if you prefer not to use them and see your name, simply write NO on the label. Please remember to discard your 2009 envelopes and use only the 2010 envelopes.
2009 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS will be handed out the next few weeks. Contact Barbara S. if you have any questions.
OVER-50 GOOD SHEPHERDS will get together this Thursday evening for games and fellowship. Bring a snack and come enjoy the fun!
THE CHURCH COUNCIL will meet next Sunday evening at 7:00 to set the agenda for the Voters’ Meeting on January 31st.
OUR THANKS to everyone who helped get our new pews here and who helped move our old ones out. It was a lot of work and we want you to know that you are appreciated. We will be doing additional work on the new pews as time allows. More on the pews later.
*** Update *** Due to the weather the pew transfer was postponed — Please contact John N. If you can help.
THE FUTURE OF GSLC-OUR CHILDREN Help wanted. There will be a Christian education planning session Wednesday, January 20th, at 5:30 pm. I’d like to see all parents, teachers, volunteers, potential volunteers, and those with any ideas at the meeting. We’ll try to work out a calendar for the year, including VBS. All input and ideas are welcome, and I promise you won’t get roped into anything! ~Karen P.
Director, Christian Education
NEW BIBLE STUDY There is a new Bible study starting this Tuesday, called The Truth Project. It is a dynamic look at what the Bible tells us (which is the truth) compared to the world’s view (which is often a lie). It is a twelve week program which will include a DVD lesson and discussion. There is no cost. The program was developed by Focus on the Family and you can find information, DVD clips and more on the website: thetruthproject.org. This study is open to everyone. Invite friends and co-workers to join us. We will meet each Tuesday, starting this week, at 6:30 in the Fellowship Hall. You may contact Lora S., for more information. Sign up sheet in the narthex.
FLOWER CHART, 2010 If you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the flower chart found on the wall in the hall between the restrooms. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.
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.
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.
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.
REMEMBER IN PRAYER: Judy H., recovering from surgery; Heather U. and Jeanann G., undergoing treatment for cancer; Marty J., with cancer; Ann L. and Chuck P., undergoing treatment; Bill S., serving in the military in Afghanistan.
BLANKET/QUILT DRIVE Now is a good time to clean out your closets and find a good use for those blankets, quilts, comforters, etc., that no longer see much use. We need them for padding to protect the new pews during loading and transit. We will need at least 100. If you would rather make a loan to us, be sure to label your items with duct tape. All donated blankets, etc. will be re-donated to the Carthage Crisis Center to give to those in need.
2010 OFFERING ENVELOPES The 2010 offering envelopes are ready to be picked up. If you do not see your name and want envelopes, please contact the church office. Likewise, if you prefer not to use them and see your name, simply write NO on the label. Please remember to discard your 2009 envelopes and use only the 2010 envelopes beginning today.
LWML The first meeting of 2010 will be this Wednesday evening at 6:30. This will be a planning and scheduling meeting, so we need everyone’s input. All ladies of the congregation are invited.
NEW BIBLE STUDY In this time in our world’s history, it is vitally important to know God’s truth. There is a new Bible study starting called The Truth Project. This is a dynamic look at what the Bible tells us (which is the truth) compared to the world’s view (which is often a lie). It is a twelve week program which will include a DVD lesson and discussion. There is no cost. The program was developed by Focus on the Family and you can find information, DVD clips and more on the website: thetruthproject.org. This study is open to anyone. Invite friends and co-workers to join us. We will meet each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. beginning Jan. 12th in the Fellowship Hall. A sign up sheet is located in the narthex. You may contact Lora S., for more information.
USHERS Be watching your mail for the Usher’s Schedule for 2010. Contact Tom or Linda D., if you have any questions.
FLOWER CHART, 2010 If you would like to place flowers at the altar for a special occasion or in memory of someone, please sign the flower chart found on the wall in the hall between the restrooms. Simply write your name, phone number, and occasion with the pen provided.
THE SHEPHERD’S STRINGS DULCIMER GROUP will meet the 3rd Thursday of each month beginning in January. Come join the fun!
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.
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.
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.
THE LUTHERAN WITNESS If you would like to subscribe to, or renew a subscription to, The Lutheran Witness, please use the sign-up sheet at the Information Center in the narthex. The annual cost is $15.00. Please designate “Lutheran Witness” if placing your payment in the offering plate. The 2010 subscription year begins in April.