WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day.

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1 Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night - This Week! Thursday, February 16th 5:00-7:00 PM $10 per child Join us for a Family Fun Night at Kangamoo Indoor Playground! The price will include two hours of play and pizza! We will be gathering together for a night of fun and fellowship for both the parents and the kids. February 12th is the last day to sign up! Save The Date: First Communion Classes First Communion Classes for 4th and 5th Grade students will be held on March 22nd and March 29th from 6:30-8:00 PM. The classes are led by Pastor Don and cover the basic meaning and scriptural basis behind the Lord's supper. Please contact Jamie at or the church office at for more information or to register your child. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Mexico Mission Trip Meeting - This Weekend! Do you want to get more information on a trip that will deepen your faith? Do you want to make a lasting impact in your life or the life of your child? Then join us tomorrow, February 12th at 10:45 AM for our first Mexico Mission Trip informational meeting in the youth room. Please prayerfully consider joining us this summer on our mission trip as we make a significant difference in the life of a family by building them a home while sharing God's love and having that love shared right back. For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at or natalee@goodsamlv.com. Pastor Dave Miller is Retiring! Our former pastor is retiring! Pastor Dave was the mission pastor of Good Sam. On February 26, 2017, there will be a special service to honor his 40+ years of pastoral service. Services will be held at New Song Church (1291 Cornet Street, 89052) at 9:15 and 10:30 AM. After the 10:30 service, there will be a potluck lunch followed by a program of thanksgiving. Instrumentalists Wanted Are you new to playing your instrument? Have you been playing your instrument for 20 years? Or has your instrument been collecting dust as of late? Small ensemble groups will be forming based on the instrument you play. This is a great opportunity to have fellowship and fun with your fellow instrumentalists! Contact Darin Bradford at or mark your friendship form for more information. Join Our Christian Academy Team Do you love God? Do you love children? Then you can make a difference! Good Sam Christian Academy is looking for additional teachers, teaching assistants, and staff for the school year. Call the school office at for more information. Ron Beatty Memorial Service We invite you to celebrate the life and cherish the memories of our beloved and long-time member, Ron Beatty. A memorial service will be held on February 18, 2017, at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. Saturday, February 11, :00 PM Did you complete your Spiritual Exercises for the week? Don t forget to fill out your raffle ticket in the entry area for your chance to win! Weekly Prize: A Lord s Gym T-Shirt Grand Prize: A FitBit! It s not too late to Get Fit and complete the spiritual exercises each week for a chance to win! The Grand Prize drawing for the FitBit will be held at the end of our sermon series. Each weekly entry gives you a chance at the Grand Prize! Pick up your copy of the spiritual fitness chart in the entry area or download a digital copy from our website at goodsamlv.com. Congratulations to this week s raffle winner: Val Connor The Winner is Our Superbowl vote winner was a bit different from the Big Game with a win for the Atlanta Falcons! Thank you to everyone who participated in this fundraiser for our combined Church and School service project! With $276 for Atlanta and $185 for New England, we were able to raise over $450 for Operation Gratitude! Operation Gratitude Together with the school, we will be participating in a service project for Operation Gratitude. Operation Gratitude annually sends 200,000+ care packages filled with food, entertainment, hygiene, and handmade items, plus personal letters of appreciation to US service members. More information about how you can get involved with this service project to come. Thank you to everyone who came out on Friday and Saturday to help us relocate our sheds in preparation for our school groundbreaking! Ash Wednesday The season of Lent begins Wednesday, March 1st with our Ash Wednesday services at 12:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Our soup supper is from 6:00-7:00 PM. We are looking for volunteers to provide soup for the supper. Mark your friendship form or call if you are interested in this volunteer opportunity. Don Lorfing, Senior Pastor dlorfing@goodsamlv.com Scott Hove, Executive Pastor shove@goodsamlv.com Church Office Mon - Fri 9 AM - 4 PM office@goodsamlv.com W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113

2 WORSHIP INFORMATION Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - 9:35 AM - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 9:35 AM and 11:00 AM services. Begin at worship, then after the Children s Message, Sunday School leaders will escort them to class. You will need to pick them up in the classroom following the worship service. Confirmation (6th - 8th grade) dismissed for learning time. Hot Church (9th - 12th grade) dismissed to the Youth Room. Communion (1st and 3rd weekends) All are welcome to receive the sacrament. Adult Bible Study Sunday s at 9:35 AM in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Tuesday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Boy Scouts 6-8 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Wednesday: Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Thursday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Bible Study - 10:30 AM - Youth Room Friday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Quilters :00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6-8:30 PM - Sanctuary ATTENDANCE February 4-5, PM = 39 SS = 5 8 AM = 48 9:35 AM = 125 SS = AM = 35 SS = 10 Youth = 47 Music/Techs = 16 TOTAL = 363 Order of Service - 5:00 PM Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. Welcome & Opening Prayer Ritual Of Friendship Opening Song: Confession Song: Open Now Thy Gates Of Beauty Great Is The Lord Prayer of the Day: Gracious Lord in a world that is so often filled with activity and stress, may I find rest in you. Help me to live a grace filled life that is grounded in you, that I may learn to find comfort and rest not just for my body, but for my soul. In Jesus name we pray. AMEN. Children s Message Announcements & Offering: Members and friends of Good Samaritan are invited to participate in this time of offering in response and thanksgiving to God for their varied blessings! If you are a visitor or guest, know that we regard your presence here as your offering. Online giving is available at - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Scripture Song: Thy Word Bible Reading: Matthew 11:27-30 Sermon: Sermon Song: Apostle s Creed Sharing Of The Peace Prayer & Lord's Prayer Benediction Song: Get Fit: Getting Enough Rest? Pr. Don Lorfing Children Of The Heavenly Father How Great Thou Art Sending: What happens at Good Samaritan is not meant to stay at Good Samaritan. May you now leave here better able to go into the world seeking to Love God, Love People, and Make a Difference. Congregation: Thanks be to God. Prayer Ministry SHARING GOD S CARE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AND PRAYER Employment/Job Related/Business Mike - business, Joane - pray for the securing of a new location for her sushi bar business, Mike and Daniel - help with new jobs General Request(s) Alexa W. and Haileigh W. - academics, Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell, Healing and forgiveness in the relationship between our daughter and son, Healing and forgiveness in our daughter s marriage, Micah - time management and stress, Jessica - housing for next school year, Shane, Darin Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) Marcel and Regina Vermeulen at the death of Marcel s mother, Lenie Vermeulen, Teresa and Jason Handleman and family at the death of her mother, Marjorie Waltermeyer, Karen L. - She and her family at the loss of her family Health - cancer Jil Gertz s father - cancer has spread to bones, Ninha - cancer and heart, Susan - breast cancer, Stacy Anderson Perry - cancer, Justin Givens - cancer, Arlene K. - cancer, Carl - endstage cancer and for his wife, Rosemary during this time, Johan Coumou - cancer, Terry Bonny - cancer, Serena - cancer, Maureen Colonna - cancer is stronger now, Mark Howell - brain cancer Health - general Lally Stapleford - recovering from triple bypass surgery, Bonnie Jordan - recovering from surgery on , Jerry Connor - recovering from hip replacement surgery, Marlys Thornton - recovering from hip surgery; in rehab, Gail Roche - recovering from back surgery; in rehab, Stephen Dodson - healing from surgery, Nancy Glusac - health, hope and peace, Lynda Bennes - procedure on , Robert - lower back pain; it is getting better!, Dennis Connor - continued healing from hip surgery, Carol Connor - pray for colostomy reversal, Doug Seip, Shirley Simon - strength and healing, Grandma Judy - healing, Robert - heart condition, Jan - pain and arthritis, Joe - health concern, Jo Etta W., Barbara C., Benny W., Dorothy, Dan G., Carol T., Maureen V., Susie Rickman - healing, Lissa - good test results, Cassie s mom - recovery from emergency heart surgery, Mike, Kim Rasmussen - pain and stress, Tina and Lynda - awaiting test results Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Russ - peace and faith, Jamie - addiction and peace, Turner and Mike - patience and hope Thanks/Praise Jil Gertz - Gratitude for 32 years of marriage, Sandy, Ed, and Diane - Thank you for safe trip

3 Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night - This Week! Thursday, February 16th 5:00-7:00 PM $10 per child Join us for a Family Fun Night at Kangamoo Indoor Playground! The price will include two hours of play and pizza! We will be gathering together for a night of fun and fellowship for both the parents and the kids. February 12th is the last day to sign up! Save The Date: First Communion Classes First Communion Classes for 4th and 5th Grade students will be held on March 22nd and March 29th from 6:30-8:00 PM. The classes are led by Pastor Don and cover the basic meaning and scriptural basis behind the Lord's supper. Please contact Jamie at or the church office at for more information or to register your child. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Mexico Mission Trip Meeting - This Weekend! Do you want to get more information on a trip that will deepen your faith? Do you want to make a lasting impact in your life or the life of your child? Then join us today, February 12th at 10:45 AM for our first Mexico Mission Trip informational meeting in the youth room. Please prayerfully consider joining us this summer on our mission trip as we make a significant difference in the life of a family by building them a home while sharing God's love and having that love shared right back. For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at or natalee@goodsamlv.com. Pastor Dave Miller is Retiring! Our former pastor is retiring! Pastor Dave was the mission pastor of Good Sam. On February 26, 2017, there will be a special service to honor his 40+ years of pastoral service. Services will be held at New Song Church (1291 Cornet Street, 89052) at 9:15 and 10:30 AM. After the 10:30 service, there will be a potluck lunch followed by a program of thanksgiving. Instrumentalists Wanted Are you new to playing your instrument? Have you been playing your instrument for 20 years? Or has your instrument been collecting dust as of late? Small ensemble groups will be forming based on the instrument you play. This is a great opportunity to have fellowship and fun with your fellow instrumentalists! Contact Darin Bradford at or mark your friendship form for more information. Join Our Christian Academy Team Do you love God? Do you love children? Then you can make a difference! Good Sam Christian Academy is looking for additional teachers, teaching assistants, and staff for the school year. Call the school office at for more information. Ron Beatty Memorial Service We invite you to celebrate the life and cherish the memories of our beloved and long-time member, Ron Beatty. A memorial service will be held on February 18, 2017, at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. February 12, :00 AM Did you complete your Spiritual Exercises for the week? Don t forget to fill out your raffle ticket in the entry area for your chance to win! Weekly Prize: A Lord s Gym T-Shirt Grand Prize: A FitBit! It s not too late to Get Fit and complete the spiritual exercises each week for a chance to win! The Grand Prize drawing for the FitBit will be held at the end of our sermon series. Each weekly entry gives you a chance at the Grand Prize! Pick up your copy of the spiritual fitness chart in the entry area or download a digital copy from our website at goodsamlv.com. Congratulations to this week s raffle winner: Val Connor The Winner is Our Superbowl vote winner was a bit different from the Big Game with a win for the Atlanta Falcons! Thank you to everyone who participated in this fundraiser for our combined Church and School service project! With $276 for Atlanta and $185 for New England, we were able to raise over $450 for Operation Gratitude! Operation Gratitude Together with the school, we will be participating in a service project for Operation Gratitude. Operation Gratitude annually sends 200,000+ care packages filled with food, entertainment, hygiene, and handmade items, plus personal letters of appreciation to US service members. More information about how you can get involved with this service project to come. Thank you to everyone who came out on Friday and Saturday to help us relocate our sheds in preparation for our school groundbreaking! Ash Wednesday The season of Lent begins Wednesday, March 1st with our Ash Wednesday services at 12:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Our soup supper is from 6:00-7:00 PM. We are looking for volunteers to provide soup for the supper. Mark your friendship form or call if you are interested in this volunteer opportunity. Don Lorfing, Senior Pastor dlorfing@goodsamlv.com Scott Hove, Executive Pastor shove@goodsamlv.com Church Office Mon - Fri 9 AM - 4 PM office@goodsamlv.com W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113

4 WORSHIP INFORMATION Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - 9:35 AM - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 9:35 AM and 11:00 AM services. Begin at worship, then after the Children s Message, Sunday School leaders will escort them to class. You will need to pick them up in the classroom following the worship service. Confirmation (6th - 8th grade) dismissed for learning time. Hot Church (9th - 12th grade) dismissed to the Youth Room. Communion (1st and 3rd weekends) All are welcome to receive the sacrament. Adult Bible Study Sunday s at 9:35 AM in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Tuesday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Boy Scouts 6-8 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Wednesday: Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Thursday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Bible Study - 10:30 AM - Youth Room Friday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Quilters :00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6-8:30 PM - Sanctuary ATTENDANCE February 4-5, PM = 39 SS = 5 8 AM = 48 9:35 AM = 125 SS = AM = 35 SS = 10 Youth = 47 Music/Techs = 16 TOTAL = 363 Order of Service - 8:00 AM Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. Welcome & Opening Prayer Ritual Of Friendship Opening Song: Confession Kyrie: Open Now Thy Gates Of Beauty Hymn Of Praise Prayer of the Day: Gracious Lord in a world that is so often filled with activity and stress, may I find rest in you. Help me to live a grace filled life that is grounded in you, that I may learn to find comfort and rest not just for my body, but for my soul. In Jesus name we pray. AMEN. Announcements & Offering: Members and friends of Good Samaritan are invited to participate in this time of offering in response and thanksgiving to God for their varied blessings! If you are a visitor or guest, know that we regard your presence here as your offering. Online giving is available at - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Scripture Song: Thy Word Bible Reading: Matthew 11:27-30 Sermon: Sermon Song: Apostle s Creed Sharing Of The Peace Prayer & Lord's Prayer Benediction Song: Get Fit: Getting Enough Rest? Pr. Don Lorfing Children Of The Heavenly Father How Great Thou Art Sending: What happens at Good Samaritan is not meant to stay at Good Samaritan. May you now leave here better able to go into the world seeking to Love God, Love People, and Make a Difference. Congregation: Thanks be to God. Prayer Ministry SHARING GOD S CARE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AND PRAYER Employment/Job Related/Business Mike - business, Joane - pray for the securing of a new location for her sushi bar business, Mike and Daniel - help with new jobs General Request(s) Alexa W. and Haileigh W. - academics, Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell, Healing and forgiveness in the relationship between our daughter and son, Healing and forgiveness in our daughter s marriage, Micah - time management and stress, Jessica - housing for next school year, Shane, Darin Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) Marcel and Regina Vermeulen at the death of Marcel s mother, Lenie Vermeulen, Teresa and Jason Handleman and family at the death of her mother, Marjorie Waltermeyer, Karen L. - She and her family at the loss of her family Health - cancer Jil Gertz s father - cancer has spread to bones, Ninha - cancer and heart, Susan - breast cancer, Stacy Anderson Perry - cancer, Justin Givens - cancer, Arlene K. - cancer, Carl - endstage cancer and for his wife, Rosemary during this time, Johan Coumou - cancer, Terry Bonny - cancer, Serena - cancer, Maureen Colonna - cancer is stronger now, Mark Howell - brain cancer Health - general Lally Stapleford - recovering from triple bypass surgery, Bonnie Jordan - recovering from surgery on , Jerry Connor - recovering from hip replacement surgery, Marlys Thornton - recovering from hip surgery; in rehab, Gail Roche - recovering from back surgery; in rehab, Stephen Dodson - healing from surgery, Nancy Glusac - health, hope and peace, Lynda Bennes - procedure on , Robert - lower back pain; it is getting better!, Dennis Connor - continued healing from hip surgery, Carol Connor - pray for colostomy reversal, Doug Seip, Shirley Simon - strength and healing, Grandma Judy - healing, Robert - heart condition, Jan - pain and arthritis, Joe - health concern, Jo Etta W., Barbara C., Benny W., Dorothy, Dan G., Carol T., Maureen V., Susie Rickman - healing, Lissa - good test results, Cassie s mom - recovery from emergency heart surgery, Mike, Kim Rasmussen - pain and stress, Tina and Lynda - awaiting test results Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Russ - peace and faith, Jamie - addiction and peace, Turner and Mike - patience and hope Thanks/Praise Jil Gertz - Gratitude for 32 years of marriage, Sandy, Ed, and Diane - Thank you for safe trip

5 Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night - This Week! Thursday, February 16th 5:00-7:00 PM $10 per child Join us for a Family Fun Night at Kangamoo Indoor Playground! The price will include two hours of play and pizza! We will be gathering together for a night of fun and fellowship for both the parents and the kids. February 12th is the last day to sign up! Save The Date: First Communion Classes First Communion Classes for 4th and 5th Grade students will be held on March 22nd and March 29th from 6:30-8:00 PM. The classes are led by Pastor Don and cover the basic meaning and scriptural basis behind the Lord's supper. Please contact Jamie at or the church office at for more information or to register your child. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Mexico Mission Trip Meeting - This Weekend! Do you want to get more information on a trip that will deepen your faith? Do you want to make a lasting impact in your life or the life of your child? Then join us today, February 12th at 10:45 AM for our first Mexico Mission Trip informational meeting in the youth room. Please prayerfully consider joining us this summer on our mission trip as we make a significant difference in the life of a family by building them a home while sharing God's love and having that love shared right back. For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at or natalee@goodsamlv.com. Pastor Dave Miller is Retiring! Our former pastor is retiring! Pastor Dave was the mission pastor of Good Sam. On February 26, 2017, there will be a special service to honor his 40+ years of pastoral service. Services will be held at New Song Church (1291 Cornet Street, 89052) at 9:15 and 10:30 AM. After the 10:30 service, there will be a potluck lunch followed by a program of thanksgiving. Instrumentalists Wanted Are you new to playing your instrument? Have you been playing your instrument for 20 years? Or has your instrument been collecting dust as of late? Small ensemble groups will be forming based on the instrument you play. This is a great opportunity to have fellowship and fun with your fellow instrumentalists! Contact Darin Bradford at or mark your friendship form for more information. Join Our Christian Academy Team Do you love God? Do you love children? Then you can make a difference! Good Sam Christian Academy is looking for additional teachers, teaching assistants, and staff for the school year. Call the school office at for more information. Ron Beatty Memorial Service We invite you to celebrate the life and cherish the memories of our beloved and long-time member, Ron Beatty. A memorial service will be held on February 18, 2017, at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. February 12, :35 AM Did you complete your Spiritual Exercises for the week? Don t forget to fill out your raffle ticket in the entry area for your chance to win! Weekly Prize: A Lord s Gym T-Shirt Grand Prize: A FitBit! It s not too late to Get Fit and complete the spiritual exercises each week for a chance to win! The Grand Prize drawing for the FitBit will be held at the end of our sermon series. Each weekly entry gives you a chance at the Grand Prize! Pick up your copy of the spiritual fitness chart in the entry area or download a digital copy from our website at goodsamlv.com. Congratulations to this week s raffle winner: Val Connor The Winner is Our Superbowl vote winner was a bit different from the Big Game with a win for the Atlanta Falcons! Thank you to everyone who participated in this fundraiser for our combined Church and School service project! With $276 for Atlanta and $185 for New England, we were able to raise over $450 for Operation Gratitude! Operation Gratitude Together with the school, we will be participating in a service project for Operation Gratitude. Operation Gratitude annually sends 200,000+ care packages filled with food, entertainment, hygiene, and handmade items, plus personal letters of appreciation to US service members. More information about how you can get involved with this service project to come. Thank you to everyone who came out on Friday and Saturday to help us relocate our sheds in preparation for our school groundbreaking! Ash Wednesday The season of Lent begins Wednesday, March 1st with our Ash Wednesday services at 12:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Our soup supper is from 6:00-7:00 PM. We are looking for volunteers to provide soup for the supper. Mark your friendship form or call if you are interested in this volunteer opportunity. Don Lorfing, Senior Pastor dlorfing@goodsamlv.com Scott Hove, Executive Pastor shove@goodsamlv.com Church Office Mon - Fri 9 AM - 4 PM office@goodsamlv.com W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113

6 WORSHIP INFORMATION Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - 9:35 AM - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 9:35 AM and 11:00 AM services. Begin at worship, then after the Children s Message, Sunday School leaders will escort them to class. You will need to pick them up in the classroom following the worship service. Confirmation (6th - 8th grade) dismissed for learning time. Hot Church (9th - 12th grade) dismissed to the Youth Room. Communion (1st and 3rd weekends) All are welcome to receive the sacrament. Adult Bible Study Sunday s at 9:35 AM in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Tuesday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Boy Scouts 6-8 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Wednesday: Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Thursday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Bible Study - 10:30 AM - Youth Room Friday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Quilters :00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6-8:30 PM - Sanctuary ATTENDANCE February 4-5, PM = 39 SS = 5 8 AM = 48 9:35 AM = 125 SS = AM = 35 SS = 10 Youth = 47 Music/Techs = 16 TOTAL = 363 Order of Service - 9:35 AM Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. Opening Song: Welcome & Opening Prayer New Member Ceremony Ritual Of Friendship Songs: Children s Message Your Love Never Fails Send Me Out 10,000 Reasons Announcements & Offering: Members and friends of Good Samaritan are invited to participate in this time of offering in response and thanksgiving to God for their varied blessings! If you are a visitor or guest, know that we regard your presence here as your offering. Online giving is available at - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Bible Reading: Matthew 11:27-30 Sermon: Sermon Song: Sharing Of The Peace Prayer & Lord's Prayer Benediction Get Fit: Getting Enough Rest? Pr. Don Lorfing It Is Well Sending: What happens at Good Samaritan is not meant to stay at Good Samaritan. May you now leave here better able to go into the world seeking to Love God, Love People, and Make a Difference. Congregation: Thanks be to God. Please join us in the coffee shop following the service for a reception to meet and welcome our new members! Prayer Ministry SHARING GOD S CARE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AND PRAYER Employment/Job Related/Business Mike - business, Joane - pray for the securing of a new location for her sushi bar business, Mike and Daniel - help with new jobs General Request(s) Alexa W. and Haileigh W. - academics, Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell, Healing and forgiveness in the relationship between our daughter and son, Healing and forgiveness in our daughter s marriage, Micah - time management and stress, Jessica - housing for next school year, Shane, Darin Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) Marcel and Regina Vermeulen at the death of Marcel s mother, Lenie Vermeulen, Teresa and Jason Handleman and family at the death of her mother, Marjorie Waltermeyer, Karen L. - She and her family at the loss of her family Health - cancer Jil Gertz s father - cancer has spread to bones, Ninha - cancer and heart, Susan - breast cancer, Stacy Anderson Perry - cancer, Justin Givens - cancer, Arlene K. - cancer, Carl - endstage cancer and for his wife, Rosemary during this time, Johan Coumou - cancer, Terry Bonny - cancer, Serena - cancer, Maureen Colonna - cancer is stronger now, Mark Howell - brain cancer Health - general Lally Stapleford - recovering from triple bypass surgery, Bonnie Jordan - recovering from surgery on , Jerry Connor - recovering from hip replacement surgery, Marlys Thornton - recovering from hip surgery; in rehab, Gail Roche - recovering from back surgery; in rehab, Stephen Dodson - healing from surgery, Nancy Glusac - health, hope and peace, Lynda Bennes - procedure on , Robert - lower back pain; it is getting better!, Dennis Connor - continued healing from hip surgery, Carol Connor - pray for colostomy reversal, Doug Seip, Shirley Simon - strength and healing, Grandma Judy - healing, Robert - heart condition, Jan - pain and arthritis, Joe - health concern, Jo Etta W., Barbara C., Benny W., Dorothy, Dan G., Carol T., Maureen V., Susie Rickman - healing, Lissa - good test results, Cassie s mom - recovery from emergency heart surgery, Mike, Kim Rasmussen - pain and stress, Tina and Lynda - awaiting test results Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Russ - peace and faith, Jamie - addiction and peace, Turner and Mike - patience and hope Thanks/Praise Jil Gertz - Gratitude for 32 years of marriage, Sandy, Ed, and Diane - Thank you for safe trip

7 Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night - This Week! Thursday, February 16th 5:00-7:00 PM $10 per child Join us for a Family Fun Night at Kangamoo Indoor Playground! The price will include two hours of play and pizza! We will be gathering together for a night of fun and fellowship for both the parents and the kids. February 12th is the last day to sign up! Save The Date: First Communion Classes First Communion Classes for 4th and 5th Grade students will be held on March 22nd and March 29th from 6:30-8:00 PM. The classes are led by Pastor Don and cover the basic meaning and scriptural basis behind the Lord's supper. Please contact Jamie at or the church office at for more information or to register your child. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Mexico Mission Trip Meeting - This Weekend! Do you want to get more information on a trip that will deepen your faith? Do you want to make a lasting impact in your life or the life of your child? Then join us today, February 12th at 10:45 AM for our first Mexico Mission Trip informational meeting in the youth room. Please prayerfully consider joining us this summer on our mission trip as we make a significant difference in the life of a family by building them a home while sharing God's love and having that love shared right back. For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at or natalee@goodsamlv.com. Pastor Dave Miller is Retiring! Our former pastor is retiring! Pastor Dave was the mission pastor of Good Sam. On February 26, 2017, there will be a special service to honor his 40+ years of pastoral service. Services will be held at New Song Church (1291 Cornet Street, 89052) at 9:15 and 10:30 AM. After the 10:30 service, there will be a potluck lunch followed by a program of thanksgiving. Instrumentalists Wanted Are you new to playing your instrument? Have you been playing your instrument for 20 years? Or has your instrument been collecting dust as of late? Small ensemble groups will be forming based on the instrument you play. This is a great opportunity to have fellowship and fun with your fellow instrumentalists! Contact Darin Bradford at or mark your friendship form for more information. Join Our Christian Academy Team Do you love God? Do you love children? Then you can make a difference! Good Sam Christian Academy is looking for additional teachers, teaching assistants, and staff for the school year. Call the school office at for more information. Ron Beatty Memorial Service We invite you to celebrate the life and cherish the memories of our beloved and long-time member, Ron Beatty. A memorial service will be held on February 18, 2017, at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. February 12, :00 AM Did you complete your Spiritual Exercises for the week? Don t forget to fill out your raffle ticket in the entry area for your chance to win! Weekly Prize: A Lord s Gym T-Shirt Grand Prize: A FitBit! It s not too late to Get Fit and complete the spiritual exercises each week for a chance to win! The Grand Prize drawing for the FitBit will be held at the end of our sermon series. Each weekly entry gives you a chance at the Grand Prize! Pick up your copy of the spiritual fitness chart in the entry area or download a digital copy from our website at goodsamlv.com. Congratulations to this week s raffle winner: Val Connor The Winner is Our Superbowl vote winner was a bit different from the Big Game with a win for the Atlanta Falcons! Thank you to everyone who participated in this fundraiser for our combined Church and School service project! With $276 for Atlanta and $185 for New England, we were able to raise over $450 for Operation Gratitude! Operation Gratitude Together with the school, we will be participating in a service project for Operation Gratitude. Operation Gratitude annually sends 200,000+ care packages filled with food, entertainment, hygiene, and handmade items, plus personal letters of appreciation to US service members. More information about how you can get involved with this service project to come. Thank you to everyone who came out on Friday and Saturday to help us relocate our sheds in preparation for our school groundbreaking! Ash Wednesday The season of Lent begins Wednesday, March 1st with our Ash Wednesday services at 12:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Our soup supper is from 6:00-7:00 PM. We are looking for volunteers to provide soup for the supper. Mark your friendship form or call if you are interested in this volunteer opportunity. Don Lorfing, Senior Pastor dlorfing@goodsamlv.com Scott Hove, Executive Pastor shove@goodsamlv.com Church Office Mon - Fri 9 AM - 4 PM office@goodsamlv.com W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113

8 WORSHIP INFORMATION Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - 9:35 AM - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 9:35 AM and 11:00 AM services. Begin at worship, then after the Children s Message, Sunday School leaders will escort them to class. You will need to pick them up in the classroom following the worship service. Confirmation (6th - 8th grade) dismissed for learning time. Hot Church (9th - 12th grade) dismissed to the Youth Room. Communion (1st and 3rd weekends) All are welcome to receive the sacrament. Adult Bible Study Sunday s at 9:35 AM in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Tuesday: GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Boy Scouts 6-8 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Wednesday: Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room GA Meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Thursday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Bible Study - 10:30 AM - Youth Room Friday: GA meeting 1:30-3:00 PM - Classroom #1 Quilters :00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6-8:30 PM - Sanctuary ATTENDANCE February 4-5, PM = 39 SS = 5 8 AM = 48 9:35 AM = 125 SS = AM = 35 SS = 10 Youth = 47 Music/Techs = 16 TOTAL = 363 Order of Service - 11:00 AM Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. Opening Song: Welcome & Opening Prayer Ritual Of Friendship Song: Children s Message How Great Thou Art Send Me Out 10,000 Reasons Announcements & Offering: Members and friends of Good Samaritan are invited to participate in this time of offering in response and thanksgiving to God for their varied blessings! If you are a visitor or guest, know that we regard your presence here as your offering. Online giving is available at - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Scripture Song: Thy Word Bible Reading: Matthew 11:27-30 Sermon: Sermon Song: Sharing Of The Peace Prayer & Lord's Prayer Benediction Get Fit: Getting Enough Rest? Pr. Don Lorfing It Is Well Sending: What happens at Good Samaritan is not meant to stay at Good Samaritan. May you now leave here better able to go into the world seeking to Love God, Love People, and Make a Difference. Congregation: Thanks be to God. Prayer Ministry SHARING GOD S CARE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AND PRAYER Employment/Job Related/Business Mike - business, Joane - pray for the securing of a new location for her sushi bar business, Mike and Daniel - help with new jobs General Request(s) Alexa W. and Haileigh W. - academics, Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell, Healing and forgiveness in the relationship between our daughter and son, Healing and forgiveness in our daughter s marriage, Micah - time management and stress, Jessica - housing for next school year, Shane, Darin Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) Marcel and Regina Vermeulen at the death of Marcel s mother, Lenie Vermeulen, Teresa and Jason Handleman and family at the death of her mother, Marjorie Waltermeyer, Karen L. - She and her family at the loss of her family Health - cancer Jil Gertz s father - cancer has spread to bones, Ninha - cancer and heart, Susan - breast cancer, Stacy Anderson Perry - cancer, Justin Givens - cancer, Arlene K. - cancer, Carl - endstage cancer and for his wife, Rosemary during this time, Johan Coumou - cancer, Terry Bonny - cancer, Serena - cancer, Maureen Colonna - cancer is stronger now, Mark Howell - brain cancer Health - general Lally Stapleford - recovering from triple bypass surgery, Bonnie Jordan - recovering from surgery on , Jerry Connor - recovering from hip replacement surgery, Marlys Thornton - recovering from hip surgery; in rehab, Gail Roche - recovering from back surgery; in rehab, Stephen Dodson - healing from surgery, Nancy Glusac - health, hope and peace, Lynda Bennes - procedure on , Robert - lower back pain; it is getting better!, Dennis Connor - continued healing from hip surgery, Carol Connor - pray for colostomy reversal, Doug Seip, Shirley Simon - strength and healing, Grandma Judy - healing, Robert - heart condition, Jan - pain and arthritis, Joe - health concern, Jo Etta W., Barbara C., Benny W., Dorothy, Dan G., Carol T., Maureen V., Susie Rickman - healing, Lissa - good test results, Cassie s mom - recovery from emergency heart surgery, Mike, Kim Rasmussen - pain and stress, Tina and Lynda - awaiting test results Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Russ - peace and faith, Jamie - addiction and peace, Turner and Mike - patience and hope Thanks/Praise Jil Gertz - Gratitude for 32 years of marriage, Sandy, Ed, and Diane - Thank you for safe trip

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