Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night @ GlowZone July 27 5p - 7p Ages 3 - Youth RSVP to Jamie to be included in the special discounted rate. Discounted pass rates options (pay at the door): #1: 2 hour unlimited attractions - $20 (all ages) #2: Extreme challenge pass (6 attractions & $5 arcade credit) - $20 (older kids) #3: 2 hour Soft City Jungle gym bracelet - $10 (little kids) All children must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks available for purchase. Join us every Sunday throughout the month of July during Sunday school for, "Popsicles and prayers. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite prayer to class and teach it to the other children. All children will get to enjoy popsicles and there will be something extra special for those children who bring their favorite prayer. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at 702.704.4350 or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Thank you to everyone who has helped with the Leadership Lab fundraising! Your support through both the California Pizza Kitchen/ Menchies fundraiser and the talent show is very appreciated! For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at 702.308.5298 or natalee@goodsamlv.com. It's finally here! The ability to view and update your household information, review giving statements and search the church directory can all be accessed securely online. IconCMO, our church management software, now provides an easy and friendly way for members to keep their own information up to date. Flyers are available in the Narthex. For questions, please email Carl Bates at carlmbates@yahoo.com It s not too late to join us for Vacation Bible School! Week 2: July 17-21 Join us for our second week of VBS today! Register online at goodsamlv.com Sibling Discounts available! Beginning July 29/30 GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD - The Parables Of Jesus Would you like to learn valuable life lessons from the most powerful story teller ever? Then you will not want to miss our sermon series to close out the summer. "GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD-The Parables of Jesus." We will look in depth at some of Jesus' best known parables, and the amazing lessons in them that will help us grow in our faith and live our lives better. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. Saturday, July 15, 2017 5:00 PM 2017 Backpack Ministry Drive This weekend kicks off our annual Backpack Drive. We've set a congregational goal of donating 325 backpacks to school children who are in need of a backpack and supplies for the upcoming school year. If you would like to help, please donate online at goodsamlv.com or simply put the word "Backpack" on a giving envelope with your donation. Please join us on Sunday, August 20th between the 9:35 and 11am services for a very important Special Meeting to approve the new Constitution and Bylaws. A focus meeting will be held on August 6th to review and answer questions. More information and copies of the current and new versions will be provided in an email and available in the office. Good Samaritan Lutheran Church 40th Anniversary We are putting together a planning team to help celebrate 40 years of Good Samaritan! The event is tentatively planned for the weekend of October 7-8, 2017. If you are interested in helping to make this special event in the life of our church happen then mark your friendship form or send an email to office@goodsamlv.com. Join us for one of these upcoming ministry events: July 16 Women s Movie Night (Hosted by Good Samaritan Women of Faith) 6:00-9:00 PM We will be showing the movie "Unconditional." Sorry, guys, this one is for the ladies in the congregation. Hot dogs and snacks available for a free will offering. Capital Campaign Update July 19 Cancer Support Group 6:00 PM - Youth Room Total pledged: $783,466 Received as of June 30, 2017: $167,383 If you or a loved one has cancer or is a cancer survivor you are invited to join our newly formed cancer support group. Contact Donna Springer at: donnaspr@hotmail.com Despicable Me 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 702.873.3589 www.goodsamlv.com 8425 W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113
WORSH I P IN F O R M AT IO N Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Welcome & Opening Prayer Ritual Of Friendship Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 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 Sundays at in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Karate 5:30-7:30 PM - Sanctuary Boy Scouts 6:00-8:00 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Tuesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Bible Study 10:30 AM - Youth Room (Summer break - resumes August 17) Quilters 9:00-11:00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6:00-8:30 PM - Sanctuary ATTE N DANC E July 8-9, 2017 5 PM 8 AM 11 AM 27 41 86 37 Youth Music/Techs 19 15 TOTAL 252 Order of Service - 5:00 PM Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. 2 20 5 Opening Song: Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus Confession Song: Holy, Holy, Holy Prayer of the Day: Gracious Lord, help us to have tender hearts, to be able to show compassion and empathy for others. Let Jesus be our example of how we are to treat one another with understanding and love. 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 www.goodsamlv.com - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Scripture Song: Great Is The Lord Bible Reading: John 11: 1-3 & 20-36 Sermon: At The Movies: Despicable Me Pr. Don Lorfing Sermon Song: Blessed Assurance Sharing Of The Peace The Great Thanksgiving - Holy Communion Prayer & Lord's Prayer Communion Song: They ll Know We re Christians By Our Love Benediction Song: On Our Way Rejoicing 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 Good Samaritan Church and Christian Academy Prayer of thanks for the successful completion of the building of the newest classroom wing to our school; Good Samaritan leaders - strength and wisdom moving forward with our future Employment/Job Related/Business Members in the church with career moves; Joane - work relations; Daniel - in a new job; Nick Golovkin - new career opportunity; Terryl Tatem moving to MN on July 11; looking for a new job; John L. - needs a new job General Request(s) Jerry and Val - safe travels; Kyle - single father; Dennis - stress and life decisions; Denny - safe trip home; Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell; Mike - good results with court date; Lagrove family - safety traveling to Europe; Keaton family - safety traveling; Randy and Connie - safe trip Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) The family and friends of George Joseph; Jeanette Korbein at the death of her husband, Mark Alan Howell; Jaymie s family at the passing of her mother, Cindy Larson; Roxella - has lost a lot of loved ones; let her know she is not alone; The family of Aunt Pat who passed away last Wednesday; Marge Burkett at the death of her husband, John - prayers for peace, comfort and to experience God s love in the days ahead Health - cancer Kevin Gertz - melanoma; continued prayers, please; Marlene P. - brain tumor; Donnie - lung cancer; good results from cancer tests; Mike B. cancer and hope; Regina - continued healing from brain cancer; Loraine Gray - mesothelioma; Jo Etta W. - health, healing, strength to get through chemo; David - in final days of life - cancer; age 53; Ninha - cancer; Jerry - cancer; Pam Golovkin - continued healing - cancer/strokes; Johan Coumou - cancer; Maureen Colonna - cancer; Kevin - healing physically and spiritually; Donna N. - lung cancer; Kirk - colon cancer Health - general Donna Springer - heart procedure on 7/6 - recovering; Sandy Peterson (and husband, Terry) as she has been hospitalized for a number of days; Cherie Seip - recovering from hip surgery on June 29; Ed Clementz congestive heart problems; Olive Burke - pray for relief from pain; Joe Killoran - continued healing; Robert - lower back pain; Ed C. - easing pain for spinal stenosis; slowing the frontal lobe dementia; Ruth Davis recovering from surgery; Christy - job and health; Susan - peace; relief from stress and pain; Brian Carlin - health; Health: Dan G., Carol and Pete T., Cherie S.; Bruce Cullings - continued recovery and strength; Barbara Cullings - strength, hope, faith; Dara - stroke; Marjie - shoulder replacement; Brady - battling addiction and suicidal thoughts; Ruthie brain surgery; Bill C. - recovery from heart procedure; Shirley Simon continued healing and comfort Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Turner - faith and hope; Drew - faith and trust; Sally and Jerry Sumner peace; Sandy - daughter to find God; Danny Thanks and Praise From Shari Geminn - I would like to take this time to give thanks for baptizing me. It is truly a life-changing experience. Praise God!; Nancy G. - Thank the Lord for all I have and don t have The Altar Flowers are donated by: The Maley Family In memory of: DeeAnn Gandy
Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night @ GlowZone July 27 5p - 7p Ages 3 - Youth RSVP to Jamie to be included in the special discounted rate. Discounted pass rates options (pay at the door): #1: 2 hour unlimited attractions - $20 (all ages) #2: Extreme challenge pass (6 attractions & $5 arcade credit) - $20 (older kids) #3: 2 hour Soft City Jungle gym bracelet - $10 (little kids) All children must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks available for purchase. Join us every Sunday throughout the month of July during Sunday school for, "Popsicles and prayers. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite prayer to class and teach it to the other children. All children will get to enjoy popsicles and there will be something extra special for those children who bring their favorite prayer. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at 702.704.4350 or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Thank you to everyone who has helped with the Leadership Lab fundraising! Your support through both the California Pizza Kitchen/ Menchies fundraiser and the talent show is very appreciated! For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at 702.308.5298 or natalee@goodsamlv.com. It's finally here! The ability to view and update your household information, review giving statements and search the church directory can all be accessed securely online. IconCMO, our church management software, now provides an easy and friendly way for members to keep their own information up to date. Flyers are available in the Narthex. For questions, please email Carl Bates at carlmbates@yahoo.com It s not too late to join us for Vacation Bible School! Week 2: July 17-21 Join us for our second week of VBS today! Register online at goodsamlv.com Sibling Discounts available! Beginning July 29/30 GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD - The Parables Of Jesus Would you like to learn valuable life lessons from the most powerful story teller ever? Then you will not want to miss our sermon series to close out the summer. "GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD-The Parables of Jesus." We will look in depth at some of Jesus' best known parables, and the amazing lessons in them that will help us grow in our faith and live our lives better. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. July 16, 2017 8:00 AM 2017 Backpack Ministry Drive This weekend kicks off our annual Backpack Drive. We've set a congregational goal of donating 325 backpacks to school children who are in need of a backpack and supplies for the upcoming school year. If you would like to help, please donate online at goodsamlv.com or simply put the word "Backpack" on a giving envelope with your donation. Please join us on Sunday, August 20th between the 9:35 and 11am services for a very important Special Meeting to approve the new Constitution and Bylaws. A focus meeting will be held on August 6th to review and answer questions. More information and copies of the current and new versions will be provided in an email and available in the office. Good Samaritan Lutheran Church 40th Anniversary We are putting together a planning team to help celebrate 40 years of Good Samaritan! The event is tentatively planned for the weekend of October 7-8, 2017. If you are interested in helping to make this special event in the life of our church happen then mark your friendship form or send an email to office@goodsamlv.com. Join us for one of these upcoming ministry events: July 16 Women s Movie Night (Hosted by Good Samaritan Women of Faith) 6:00-9:00 PM We will be showing the movie "Unconditional." Sorry, guys, this one is for the ladies in the congregation. Hot dogs and snacks available for a free will offering. Capital Campaign Update July 19 Cancer Support Group 6:00 PM - Youth Room Total pledged: $783,466 Received as of June 30, 2017: $167,383 If you or a loved one has cancer or is a cancer survivor you are invited to join our newly formed cancer support group. Contact Donna Springer at: donnaspr@hotmail.com Despicable Me 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 702.873.3589 www.goodsamlv.com 8425 W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113
WORSH I P IN F O R M AT IO N Order of Service - 8:00 AM Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Welcome & Opening Prayer Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Opening Song: Ritual Of Friendship Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 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 Sundays at in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Karate 5:30-7:30 PM - Sanctuary Boy Scouts 6:00-8:00 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Tuesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Bible Study 10:30 AM - Youth Room (Summer break - resumes August 17) Quilters 9:00-11:00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6:00-8:30 PM - Sanctuary Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus Confession Kyrie: This Is The Feast Prayer of the Day: Gracious Lord, help us to have tender hearts, to be able to show compassion and empathy for others. Let Jesus be our example of how we are to treat one another with understanding and love. 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 www.goodsamlv.com - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Special Music: Bell Trio Debbie, Rachel, and Alex Bible Reading: John 11: 1-3 & 20-36 Sermon: At The Movies: Despicable Me Pr. Don Lorfing Sermon Song: Blessed Assurance Sharing Of The Peace The Great Thanksgiving - Holy Communion Prayer & Lord's Prayer Communion Song: They ll Know We re Christians By Our Love Benediction Song: On Our Way Rejoicing 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. ATTE N DANC E July 8-9, 2017 5 PM 8 AM 11 AM 27 41 86 37 Youth Music/Techs 19 15 TOTAL 252 2 20 5 Stick around after service to enjoy this week s specialty drink! The Minions Chocolate Banana Frozen chocolate mixed with the flavor of bananas is enough to make the Minions say well, whatever unintelligible thing the Minions say. But it will mean YUM!! Prayer Ministry SHARING GOD S CARE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AND PRAYER Good Samaritan Church and Christian Academy Prayer of thanks for the successful completion of the building of the newest classroom wing to our school; Good Samaritan leaders - strength and wisdom moving forward with our future Employment/Job Related/Business Members in the church with career moves; Joane - work relations; Daniel - in a new job; Nick Golovkin - new career opportunity; Terryl Tatem moving to MN on July 11; looking for a new job; John L. - needs a new job General Request(s) Jerry and Val - safe travels; Kyle - single father; Dennis - stress and life decisions; Denny - safe trip home; Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell; Mike - good results with court date; Lagrove family - safety traveling to Europe; Keaton family - safety traveling; Randy and Connie - safe trip Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) The family and friends of George Joseph; Jeanette Korbein at the death of her husband, Mark Alan Howell; Jaymie s family at the passing of her mother, Cindy Larson; Roxella - has lost a lot of loved ones; let her know she is not alone; The family of Aunt Pat who passed away last Wednesday; Marge Burkett at the death of her husband, John - prayers for peace, comfort and to experience God s love in the days ahead Health - cancer Kevin Gertz - melanoma; continued prayers, please; Marlene P. - brain tumor; Donnie - lung cancer; good results from cancer tests; Mike B. cancer and hope; Regina - continued healing from brain cancer; Loraine Gray - mesothelioma; Jo Etta W. - health, healing, strength to get through chemo; David - in final days of life - cancer; age 53; Ninha - cancer; Jerry - cancer; Pam Golovkin - continued healing - cancer/strokes; Johan Coumou - cancer; Maureen Colonna - cancer; Kevin - healing physically and spiritually; Donna N. - lung cancer; Kirk - colon cancer Health - general Donna Springer - heart procedure on 7/6 - recovering; Sandy Peterson (and husband, Terry) as she has been hospitalized for a number of days; Cherie Seip - recovering from hip surgery on June 29; Ed Clementz congestive heart problems; Olive Burke - pray for relief from pain; Joe Killoran - continued healing; Robert - lower back pain; Ed C. - easing pain for spinal stenosis; slowing the frontal lobe dementia; Ruth Davis recovering from surgery; Christy - job and health; Susan - peace; relief from stress and pain; Brian Carlin - health; Health: Dan G., Carol and Pete T., Cherie S.; Bruce Cullings - continued recovery and strength; Barbara Cullings - strength, hope, faith; Dara - stroke; Marjie - shoulder replacement; Brady - battling addiction and suicidal thoughts; Ruthie brain surgery; Bill C. - recovery from heart procedure; Shirley Simon continued healing and comfort Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Turner - faith and hope; Drew - faith and trust; Sally and Jerry Sumner peace; Sandy - daughter to find God; Danny Thanks and Praise From Shari Geminn - I would like to take this time to give thanks for baptizing me. It is truly a life-changing experience. Praise God!; Nancy G. - Thank the Lord for all I have and don t have The Altar Flowers are donated by: The Maley Family In memory of: DeeAnn Gandy
Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night @ GlowZone July 27 5p - 7p Ages 3 - Youth RSVP to Jamie to be included in the special discounted rate. Discounted pass rates options (pay at the door): #1: 2 hour unlimited attractions - $20 (all ages) #2: Extreme challenge pass (6 attractions & $5 arcade credit) - $20 (older kids) #3: 2 hour Soft City Jungle gym bracelet - $10 (little kids) All children must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks available for purchase. Join us every Sunday throughout the month of July during Sunday school for, "Popsicles and prayers. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite prayer to class and teach it to the other children. All children will get to enjoy popsicles and there will be something extra special for those children who bring their favorite prayer. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at 702.704.4350 or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Thank you to everyone who has helped with the Leadership Lab fundraising! Your support through both the California Pizza Kitchen/ Menchies fundraiser and the talent show is very appreciated! For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at 702.308.5298 or natalee@goodsamlv.com. It's finally here! The ability to view and update your household information, review giving statements and search the church directory can all be accessed securely online. IconCMO, our church management software, now provides an easy and friendly way for members to keep their own information up to date. Flyers are available in the Narthex. For questions, please email Carl Bates at carlmbates@yahoo.com It s not too late to join us for Vacation Bible School! Week 2: July 17-21 Join us for our second week of VBS today! Register online at goodsamlv.com Sibling Discounts available! Beginning July 29/30 GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD - The Parables Of Jesus Would you like to learn valuable life lessons from the most powerful story teller ever? Then you will not want to miss our sermon series to close out the summer. "GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD-The Parables of Jesus." We will look in depth at some of Jesus' best known parables, and the amazing lessons in them that will help us grow in our faith and live our lives better. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. July 16, 2017 2017 Backpack Ministry Drive This weekend kicks off our annual Backpack Drive. We've set a congregational goal of donating 325 backpacks to school children who are in need of a backpack and supplies for the upcoming school year. If you would like to help, please donate online at goodsamlv.com or simply put the word "Backpack" on a giving envelope with your donation. Please join us on Sunday, August 20th between the 9:35 and 11am services for a very important Special Meeting to approve the new Constitution and Bylaws. A focus meeting will be held on August 6th to review and answer questions. More information and copies of the current and new versions will be provided in an email and available in the office. Good Samaritan Lutheran Church 40th Anniversary We are putting together a planning team to help celebrate 40 years of Good Samaritan! The event is tentatively planned for the weekend of October 7-8, 2017. If you are interested in helping to make this special event in the life of our church happen then mark your friendship form or send an email to office@goodsamlv.com. Join us for one of these upcoming ministry events: July 16 Women s Movie Night (Hosted by Good Samaritan Women of Faith) 6:00-9:00 PM We will be showing the movie "Unconditional." Sorry, guys, this one is for the ladies in the congregation. Hot dogs and snacks available for a free will offering. Capital Campaign Update July 19 Cancer Support Group 6:00 PM - Youth Room Total pledged: $783,466 Received as of June 30, 2017: $167,383 If you or a loved one has cancer or is a cancer survivor you are invited to join our newly formed cancer support group. Contact Donna Springer at: donnaspr@hotmail.com Despicable Me 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 702.873.3589 www.goodsamlv.com 8425 W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113
WORSH I P IN F O R M AT IO N Order of Service - Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Opening Song: Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Ritual Of Friendship Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. Let God Arise Welcome & Opening Prayer Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 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. Songs: Our God Reigns Forever Holy, Holy, Holy Confirmation (6th - 8th grade) dismissed for learning time. Announcements & Offering: Members and friends of Good Samaritan Children s Message Hot Church (9th - 12th grade) dismissed to the Youth Room. 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 www.goodsamlv.com - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Communion (1st and 3rd weekends) All are welcome to receive the sacrament. Special Music: Adult Bible Study Sundays at in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. Bell Trio Debbie, Rachel, and Alex Bible Reading: John 11: 1-3 & 20-36 Sermon: At The Movies: Despicable Me Pr. Don Lorfing Sermon Song: Happy Day WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Karate 5:30-7:30 PM - Sanctuary Boy Scouts 6:00-8:00 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Tuesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Bible Study 10:30 AM - Youth Room (Summer break - resumes August 17) Quilters 9:00-11:00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6:00-8:30 PM - Sanctuary Sharing Of The Peace The Great Thanksgiving - Holy Communion Prayer & Lord's Prayer Communion Song: O Come To The Altar Benediction 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. ATTE N DANC E July 8-9, 2017 5 PM 8 AM 11 AM 27 41 86 37 Youth Music/Techs 19 15 TOTAL 252 2 20 5 Stick around after service to enjoy this week s specialty drink! The Minions Chocolate Banana Stick around after service to Frozen chocolate mixed with the flavor of bananas is enjoy this week s specialty drink! enough to make the Minions say well, whatever The Captainthing Underpantsicle unintelligible the Minions say. But it will mean A deliciously blended beverage YUM!!with layers of frozen vanilla and mocha. Prayer Ministry SHARING GOD S CARE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AND PRAYER Good Samaritan Church and Christian Academy Prayer of thanks for the successful completion of the building of the newest classroom wing to our school; Good Samaritan leaders - strength and wisdom moving forward with our future Employment/Job Related/Business Members in the church with career moves; Joane - work relations; Daniel - in a new job; Nick Golovkin - new career opportunity; Terryl Tatem moving to MN on July 11; looking for a new job; John L. - needs a new job General Request(s) Jerry and Val - safe travels; Kyle - single father; Dennis - stress and life decisions; Denny - safe trip home; Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell; Mike - good results with court date; Lagrove family - safety traveling to Europe; Keaton family - safety traveling; Randy and Connie - safe trip Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) The family and friends of George Joseph; Jeanette Korbein at the death of her husband, Mark Alan Howell; Jaymie s family at the passing of her mother, Cindy Larson; Roxella - has lost a lot of loved ones; let her know she is not alone; The family of Aunt Pat who passed away last Wednesday; Marge Burkett at the death of her husband, John - prayers for peace, comfort and to experience God s love in the days ahead Health - cancer Kevin Gertz - melanoma; continued prayers, please; Marlene P. - brain tumor; Donnie - lung cancer; good results from cancer tests; Mike B. cancer and hope; Regina - continued healing from brain cancer; Loraine Gray - mesothelioma; Jo Etta W. - health, healing, strength to get through chemo; David - in final days of life - cancer; age 53; Ninha - cancer; Jerry - cancer; Pam Golovkin - continued healing - cancer/strokes; Johan Coumou - cancer; Maureen Colonna - cancer; Kevin - healing physically and spiritually; Donna N. - lung cancer; Kirk - colon cancer Health - general Donna Springer - heart procedure on 7/6 - recovering; Sandy Peterson (and husband, Terry) as she has been hospitalized for a number of days; Cherie Seip - recovering from hip surgery on June 29; Ed Clementz congestive heart problems; Olive Burke - pray for relief from pain; Joe Killoran - continued healing; Robert - lower back pain; Ed C. - easing pain for spinal stenosis; slowing the frontal lobe dementia; Ruth Davis recovering from surgery; Christy - job and health; Susan - peace; relief from stress and pain; Brian Carlin - health; Health: Dan G., Carol and Pete T., Cherie S.; Bruce Cullings - continued recovery and strength; Barbara Cullings - strength, hope, faith; Dara - stroke; Marjie - shoulder replacement; Brady - battling addiction and suicidal thoughts; Ruthie brain surgery; Bill C. - recovery from heart procedure; Shirley Simon continued healing and comfort Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Turner - faith and hope; Drew - faith and trust; Sally and Jerry Sumner peace; Sandy - daughter to find God; Danny Thanks and Praise From Shari Geminn - I would like to take this time to give thanks for baptizing me. It is truly a life-changing experience. Praise God!; Nancy G. - Thank the Lord for all I have and don t have The Altar Flowers are donated by: The Maley Family In memory of: DeeAnn Gandy
Children s Ministry (Elementary Age) Family Fun Night @ GlowZone July 27 5p - 7p Ages 3 - Youth RSVP to Jamie to be included in the special discounted rate. Discounted pass rates options (pay at the door): #1: 2 hour unlimited attractions - $20 (all ages) #2: Extreme challenge pass (6 attractions & $5 arcade credit) - $20 (older kids) #3: 2 hour Soft City Jungle gym bracelet - $10 (little kids) All children must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks available for purchase. Join us every Sunday throughout the month of July during Sunday school for, "Popsicles and prayers. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite prayer to class and teach it to the other children. All children will get to enjoy popsicles and there will be something extra special for those children who bring their favorite prayer. For more information on these and other Children s Ministry events, please contact Jamie Rosas at 702.704.4350 or jamievenniro@yahoo.com. Youth Ministry (Jr & Sr High) Thank you to everyone who has helped with the Leadership Lab fundraising! Your support through both the California Pizza Kitchen/ Menchies fundraiser and the talent show is very appreciated! For more information on these and other Youth Ministry events, please contact Natalee Graham at 702.308.5298 or natalee@goodsamlv.com. It's finally here! The ability to view and update your household information, review giving statements and search the church directory can all be accessed securely online. IconCMO, our church management software, now provides an easy and friendly way for members to keep their own information up to date. Flyers are available in the Narthex. For questions, please email Carl Bates at carlmbates@yahoo.com It s not too late to join us for Vacation Bible School! Week 2: July 17-21 Join us for our second week of VBS today! Register online at goodsamlv.com Sibling Discounts available! Beginning July 29/30 GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD - The Parables Of Jesus Would you like to learn valuable life lessons from the most powerful story teller ever? Then you will not want to miss our sermon series to close out the summer. "GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD-The Parables of Jesus." We will look in depth at some of Jesus' best known parables, and the amazing lessons in them that will help us grow in our faith and live our lives better. WELCOME We pray you will experience the presence of Jesus with genuine, heartfelt warmth this day. July 16, 2017 11:00 AM 2017 Backpack Ministry Drive This weekend kicks off our annual Backpack Drive. We've set a congregational goal of donating 325 backpacks to school children who are in need of a backpack and supplies for the upcoming school year. If you would like to help, please donate online at goodsamlv.com or simply put the word "Backpack" on a giving envelope with your donation. Please join us on Sunday, August 20th between the 9:35 and 11am services for a very important Special Meeting to approve the new Constitution and Bylaws. A focus meeting will be held on August 6th to review and answer questions. More information and copies of the current and new versions will be provided in an email and available in the office. Good Samaritan Lutheran Church 40th Anniversary We are putting together a planning team to help celebrate 40 years of Good Samaritan! The event is tentatively planned for the weekend of October 7-8, 2017. If you are interested in helping to make this special event in the life of our church happen then mark your friendship form or send an email to office@goodsamlv.com. Join us for one of these upcoming ministry events: July 16 Women s Movie Night (Hosted by Good Samaritan Women of Faith) 6:00-9:00 PM We will be showing the movie "Unconditional." Sorry, guys, this one is for the ladies in the congregation. Hot dogs and snacks available for a free will offering. Capital Campaign Update July 19 Cancer Support Group 6:00 PM - Youth Room Total pledged: $783,466 Received as of June 30, 2017: $167,383 If you or a loved one has cancer or is a cancer survivor you are invited to join our newly formed cancer support group. Contact Donna Springer at: donnaspr@hotmail.com Despicable Me 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 702.873.3589 www.goodsamlv.com 8425 W. Windmill Ln. Las Vegas, NV 89113
WORSH I P IN F O R M AT IO N Order of Service - 11:00 AM Hearing devices are found in the entry area or ask the sound booth technician. Worship Times and Styles Saturday - 5:00 PM - Blended Sunday - 8:00 AM - Traditional Sunday - - Contemporary Sunday - 11:00 AM - Blended Opening Song: Nursery Care (under 3 years old) Located through the stained glass doors. Ritual Of Friendship Our God Reigns Forever Welcome & Opening Prayer Sunday School (3 years old - 5th grade) Available at 5:00 PM, 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. Song: Confirmation (6th - 8th grade) dismissed for learning time. 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 www.goodsamlv.com - click DONATE ONLINE. If you prefer writing out checks, they should be made out to Good Samaritan Lutheran Church. Hot Church (9th - 12th grade) dismissed to the Youth Room. Holy, Holy, Holy Children s Message Announcements & Offering: Members and friends of Good Samaritan Communion (1st and 3rd weekends) All are welcome to receive the sacrament. Special Music: Bell Trio Debbie, Rachel, and Alex Adult Bible Study Sundays at in Classroom #2 of the Education Building. Bible Reading: John 11: 1-3 & 20-36 Sermon: At The Movies: Despicable Me Pr. Don Lorfing Sermon Song: Happy Day WEEKLY EVENTS Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Karate 5:30-7:30 PM - Sanctuary Boy Scouts 6:00-8:00 PM - Worship Center Tuesday Night Teens 5:30-7:00 PM - Youth Room Tuesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM - Classroom #1 Weight Watchers 9:00 AM - Youth Room Card games 10:00 AM - Youth Room Cub Scouts - Education Building Room #3 and Multi-Purpose Room Bible Study 10:30 AM - Youth Room (Summer break - resumes August 17) Quilters 9:00-11:00 AM - Youth Room Jujitsu 6:00-8:30 PM - Sanctuary Sharing Of The Peace The Great Thanksgiving - Holy Communion Prayer & Lord's Prayer Communion Song: O Come To The Altar Benediction 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. ATTE N DANC E July 8-9, 2017 5 PM 8 AM 11 AM 27 41 86 37 Youth Music/Techs 19 15 TOTAL 252 2 20 5 Stick around after service to enjoy this week s specialty drink! The Minions Chocolate Banana Stick around after service to Frozen chocolate mixed with the flavor of bananas is enjoy this week s specialty drink! enough to make the Minions say well, whatever The Captainthing Underpantsicle unintelligible the Minions say. But it will mean A deliciously blended beverage YUM!!with layers of frozen vanilla and mocha. Prayer Ministry SHARING GOD S CARE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AND PRAYER Good Samaritan Church and Christian Academy Prayer of thanks for the successful completion of the building of the newest classroom wing to our school; Good Samaritan leaders - strength and wisdom moving forward with our future Employment/Job Related/Business Members in the church with career moves; Joane - work relations; Daniel - in a new job; Nick Golovkin - new career opportunity; Terryl Tatem moving to MN on July 11; looking for a new job; John L. - needs a new job General Request(s) Jerry and Val - safe travels; Kyle - single father; Dennis - stress and life decisions; Denny - safe trip home; Guidance: Tim V., Geraldine, Dennell; Mike - good results with court date; Lagrove family - safety traveling to Europe; Keaton family - safety traveling; Randy and Connie - safe trip Grief - Loss of Loved One(s) The family and friends of George Joseph; Jeanette Korbein at the death of her husband, Mark Alan Howell; Jaymie s family at the passing of her mother, Cindy Larson; Roxella - has lost a lot of loved ones; let her know she is not alone; The family of Aunt Pat who passed away last Wednesday; Marge Burkett at the death of her husband, John - prayers for peace, comfort and to experience God s love in the days ahead Health - cancer Kevin Gertz - melanoma; continued prayers, please; Marlene P. - brain tumor; Donnie - lung cancer; good results from cancer tests; Mike B. cancer and hope; Regina - continued healing from brain cancer; Loraine Gray - mesothelioma; Jo Etta W. - health, healing, strength to get through chemo; David - in final days of life - cancer; age 53; Ninha - cancer; Jerry - cancer; Pam Golovkin - continued healing - cancer/strokes; Johan Coumou - cancer; Maureen Colonna - cancer; Kevin - healing physically and spiritually; Donna N. - lung cancer; Kirk - colon cancer Health - general Donna Springer - heart procedure on 7/6 - recovering; Sandy Peterson (and husband, Terry) as she has been hospitalized for a number of days; Cherie Seip - recovering from hip surgery on June 29; Ed Clementz congestive heart problems; Olive Burke - pray for relief from pain; Joe Killoran - continued healing; Robert - lower back pain; Ed C. - easing pain for spinal stenosis; slowing the frontal lobe dementia; Ruth Davis recovering from surgery; Christy - job and health; Susan - peace; relief from stress and pain; Brian Carlin - health; Health: Dan G., Carol and Pete T., Cherie S.; Bruce Cullings - continued recovery and strength; Barbara Cullings - strength, hope, faith; Dara - stroke; Marjie - shoulder replacement; Brady - battling addiction and suicidal thoughts; Ruthie brain surgery; Bill C. - recovery from heart procedure; Shirley Simon continued healing and comfort Spiritual/Emotional/Peace Turner - faith and hope; Drew - faith and trust; Sally and Jerry Sumner peace; Sandy - daughter to find God; Danny Thanks and Praise From Shari Geminn - I would like to take this time to give thanks for baptizing me. It is truly a life-changing experience. Praise God!; Nancy G. - Thank the Lord for all I have and don t have The Altar Flowers are donated by: The Maley Family In memory of: DeeAnn Gandy