News

REMEMBER IN PRAYER Tom D., recovering from surgery; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing further tests on his spinal cord; the victims of the tornado and those responding to help.

JR CONFIRMATION Three of our young folks will publicly confess their faith this morning through the Rite of Confirmation and one through Holy Baptism during the late service. They are:
Jordan Alexander F., son of Jim F.
Jared Andrew G., son of Greg and Denise G.
Ashlen Anne K., daughter of Cameron and April K.
Amber Lynn M., daughter of Robert M.
We thank God for them and ask Him to bless their public confession to His glory.

GUEST SPEAKER The Rev. Dr. Kevin Golden is our guest speaker this morning for both services. He will also lead the 9:30 Bible Class. It is a walk through the Old Testament under the theme: God’s Name and Your Name. Dr. Golden is the son of Jim & Judy Golden and uncle to confirmand Jared Golden. We are glad to have him and his family here with us for this special day.

TORNADO HELP Work crews are being formed to help with cleanup efforts for those effected by the tornado. This involves cleaning up debris, removing fallen trees, etc. Volunteers will be needed at the resource center at Martin Luther School that involves sorting donations, setting up supplies and helping families find what they need.
Meals are also needed from time to time, so if you can help with food prepar- ation, please let us know.
Cash donations are always needed. You can give through the congregation and we will direct it to where you want it to go.
Use the sign up sheets in the Narthex to indicate how you can help.

SOFTBALL The Monday night co-ed team is not playing this week. The Tuesday night men’s team will play at 6:30.

BREAKFAST IN THE PARK All ladies of the congregation are invited to the annual Breakfast in the Park hosted by the LWML, Saturday, June 4, 10:00 am. Instead of meeting in the park, this year we will meet in the back yard at the home of Judy G., Carthage. In case of rain, we will gather inside the G.’s home. Children are invited to attend with their mothers. Judy G. and Corinne W. the hostesses for this always enjoyable event.

CONGREGATIONAL COOKOUT AND SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL BEACH KICK-OFF Next Sunday, June 5, after the late service, the Youth Group will have their annual congregational cook out along with the Summer Sunday School Kick-off. The day will have a beach theme so plan to dress casual. More information will be in next week’s bulletin and the June Newsletter.

LUTHERAN NIGHT-SPRINGFIELD CARDINALS Friday, June 10, is Lutheran night at the Springfield Cardinals baseball game. Tickets are $7.00 ($1 goes to Lutheran Family & Children’s Services in Springfield). Today is the last day to sign up. Jim G. is our local coordinator. Join with Lutherans throughout the southwest part of Missouri for a Springfield Cardinal game. It’s lots of fun.

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.

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 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 Tom D., recovering from surgery; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing further tests on his spinal cord; Kenna Marie, infant great niece of Nan B., with major medical problems.

MEETING REMINDER There will be a short meeting in the nurse’s office at 9:30 am this morning for all those who are interested in making visits to our shut-ins through the Parish Nurse Program.

JR CONFIRMATION CLASS will have their final confirmation class this Wednesday evening at 6:30 with a review of this year’s lessons.  You are welcome to attend.  After the review, the class will be fitted for their confirmation robes.

JR CONFIRMATION NEXT WEEK Four of our young folks will publicly confess their faith next Sunday during the late service.

GUEST SPEAKER The Rev. Dr. Kevin Golden will be our guest speaker next Sunday for both services.  He will also lead the 9:30 Bible Class.  It will be a walk through the Old Testament under the theme: God’s Name and Your Name.  Dr. Golden is the son of Jim & Judy G. and uncle to confirmand Jared G.  We are looking forward to having him and his family here with us for this special day.

SOFTBALL The Monday night co-ed team plays this week at 8:30 pm.  The Tuesday night men’s team will not play this week due to the Carthage High School graduation.

COMING UP, MARK YOUR CALENDAR On Sunday, June 5, after the late service, the Youth Group will have their annual congregational cook out along with the Summer Sunday School Kick-off.  The day will have a beach theme so plan to dress casual.  More information will be in next week’s bulletin and the June Newsletter.

LUTHERAN NIGHT-SPRINGFIELD CARDINALS Friday, June 10, is Lutheran night at the Springfield Cardinals baseball game.  Tickets are $7.00 ($1 goes to Lutheran Family & Children’s Services in Springfield).  We have a sign up sheet in the narthex if you would like to go.  Jim G. will be our local coordinator.  Join with Lutherans throughout the southwest part of Missouri for a Springfield Cardinal game.  It’s lots of fun.

ALTAR FLOWERS You may place your order for altar flowers through Diana E.  The cost will be $25.00.  You can also order from Countryside Flowers and 4-All Seasons in Carthage, and Third Day Creations in Diamond.  Any questions, give Diana a call.

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.

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.

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 Tom D., recovering from surgery; Raymond S., Pastor & Mary’s brother, undergoing further tests because of masses on his spinal cord.

BAPTIZED UNTO THE LORD We rejoice along with Mark & Lori B. who has brought their son, William James-Wayne B., to be baptized today after the early service.  William’s sponsors are John & Susan M. and Wayne & Fran G.  May the Lord bless and keep William and his family in His loving care.

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS please see Karen P. concerning the materials for the summer classes.

USHERS please check the box in the narthex marked USHERS and pick up your copy of usher duties and the schedule for the remainder of 2011.  If you cannot serve the month you are assigned, please contact Tom D.

ALTAR FLOWERS You may place your order for altar flowers through Diana E.  The cost will be $25.00.  You can also order from Countryside Flowers and 4-All Seasons in Carthage, and Third Day Creations in Diamond.  Any questions, give Diana a call.

100 YEAR CELEBRATION St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Fairland, OK, invites you to join them in celebrating their 100th Anniversary in a worship service today at 4:00 pm.  You are also invited to join them in fellowship, visitation, relaxation, and a meal following the service.  The Rev. Leo Schroeder is Pastor at St. Paul’s.

SOFTBALL The Monday night co-ed team plays this week at 7:30 p.m. and the men’s team plays Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

LUTHERAN NIGHT-SPRINGFIELD CARDINALS Friday, June 10, is Lutheran night at the Springfield Cardinals baseball game.  Tickets are $7.00 ($1 goes to Lutheran Family & Children’s Services in Springfield).  We have a sign up sheet in the narthex if you would like to go.  Jim G. will be our local coordinator.  Join with Lutherans throughout the southwest part of Missouri for a Springfield Cardinal game.  It’s lots of fun.

SUMMER BREAK The GSLC band is taking a break until next Fall. That means they won’t be having practices until then.  Thank you Karen, and members of the band, for all you do.  We love your music.

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.

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.

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.