Monday, March 30, 2009

Class Email List

Here is a list of our class emails. When computers work, they are a great way to keep in touch from week to week!
Trey and Nicole Caton- ncaton@troy.edu
Bobby and Tonya Conner- rconner@elmore.rr.com
Todd and Bethany Fochtmann- bfochtmann@yahoo.com
Curtis and Tonya Forbus- tabforbus@yahoo.com
Katie Frederick- ktfrederick@gmail.com
Lindsey Sanford- lhsanford@hotmail.com
Charles Sylvest- charles@fbc-wetumpka.org
Laura Beth Sylvest- libbyaub@aol.com
James Talley- dukyphysh@yahoo.com
Heather Talley- bama1fan7582@yahoo.com

March 29, 2009 Update

We introduced the Love Dare Bible Study this morning-it is going to be an interesting and fun-filled time- especially for those who could not even remember their wedding anniversary!! :)
Announcements:
The meal sign up for the Caton family is as follows:
Monday March 30- Talley Family
Wednesday April 1- Church providing
Friday April 3- Frederick Family
Sunday April 5- Sanford Family
Please remember to call and speak with them before you go.
David, Alisha and Sarah Caton * 285 Mark Trail South* 567-3283
Friday April 10- Fellowship at the Ellis home; plan to arrive around 5:30 or 6, children are welcome. If you did not sign up to bring something, please plan to bring a dessert. We may need for some to volunteer to provide some meat, I did not notice anyone signing up for that. If you are not sure what you signed up for, please contact Laura Beth at libbyaub@aol.com.
Remember to study this week's lesson "Ignite" come prepared and ready for discussion. Brian and Katie will lead next week in the absence of Charles and Laura Beth.
If you have not already joined the Under Construction class, please be prayerful about doing so. You can be a member of the class without being a member of FBW.
Prayer Concerns:
The Cooper Bradshaw Family- 19 month old passed away Sunday morning from a tumor. Please be in prayer this week as they lay their child to rest. It was stated on his blog that "he received his wings and now is pain free." Pray for this family as they cope and find a new normal.
The Thomas Hill Family- 3 year old twin who became septic and passed away this week. Please be in prayer for this family. Pray that they will seek peace and comfort in the Lord. Also remember this child's twin as he/she finds him/herself without their sibling.
The couple who miscarried after a long battle of infertility. Pray that they will search for God's will and that they will be drawn closer to Him as they cope and heal.
The Chris Moreland Family- he was involved in a motorcycle accident and passed away. Please pray for comfort and peace for this family as they deal with the death of their loved one.
We hope to see you Sunday! Have a blessed week!

Monday, March 23, 2009

March 22 Announcements and Prayer Requests

We had a great time of worship during the bridge group time. We missed those who could not be with us but would like to extend a warm welcome to Tonya and Bobby Conner. We hope you will be back with us soon.

Announcements:
Fireproof Bible study starts next week. Remember to pay your money for your books.

We can now sign up to receive the Bridge Builder electronically. Please think about signing up for this as a cost saver for our church.

Please begin bringing in filled Easter eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt is scheduled for Saturday April 11. Fun for all ages!!

Our first class social is scheduled for Friday April 10 at the Ellis home. Please be watching for a sign up from Jenn as to what food items are needed.

Easter Sunday: Church wide breakfast (no cooking required, ladies) 8:30-9:45 with church service to follow; children will have separate service

Prayer Concerns:
Mr. Elrod- complications from heart surgery, please pray that his leg will continue to heal and that he would have rest

Misty Kennedy- eye infection that is causing severe pain; she is a student and needs to be in class however any light causes more pain; please pray that she will recover quickly and that she will be able to rest

Jenn Ellis' dad- fell and has several breaks, sprains and bruises. Please pray that he will heal quickly and that Jenn's mom will be able to take care of him without hurting him worse :)

Trey's sister-in-law- delivering new baby girl soon. Pray for a quick and healthy delivery and fast recovery for mom. Let's thank God for his goodness that He reveals through new births and praise Him for this new addition.

Search daily for areas where you can serve. There are ways all around us, in our homes, marriages and in our church. Be willing to let God use you today!

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Sunday March 15, 2009

We had a great lesson this week. Charles is doing a fantastic job teaching (if I do say so myself).Thanks for a great breakfast Obed. We all enjoyed it! This next Sunday is the Talley's week.

Announcements:
I am not sure but I hope we are still planning on our SS social at the Ellis home on Friday of Easter weekend. We will talk more about it on Sunday. This is a great outreach opportunity and I hope we are able to get more couples in this way.

We are having a churchwide Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday before Easter Sunday. It is great for children of all ages (even babies) and for all adults as well. We do need to provide plastic eggs with candy already in them for Charles before that date. If each family unit could bring one bag (10-12 eggs) already stuffed that would be fantastic. You can bring them to SS over the next couple of weeks.

Prayer Needs:
Be in prayer for the family of the 16 yo who died in a car accident Thursday on Jasmine Hill Rd.

Continue to pray for Heather Talley's family. The visitation for her great-grandmother will be tonight and funeral tomorrow. We rejoice in her meeting face to face with Jesus and coming together again with other family but we grieve with Heather over the loss they will so greatly miss.

Deason Peevy (daughter of Clint and Melinda) is having extraordinarily bad headaches and they are not sure of the cause. Please pray for healing for Deason and comfort for her parents.

Rebekah Forbus (Curtis and Tonya's little girl) is having her tonsils and adenoids removed this Friday morning at the surgical center. Pray for Rebekah while she is having this surgery and for her as she anticipates it as well as for mom and dad as they wait. Pray that all will go well, the Lord's hand will be on Rebekah and the surgeon and that she will have a good and speedy recovery.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Social Time

Please be thinking about what you would like to do for our fun social time together. We need to get something planned soon.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

March 8, 2009

What a great Lord's day we had. It was good to see those who were able to be there, but missed those who were out. We hope you will rejoin us this week!
Prayer Requests: (from memory, so if I leave someone off, please let me know!)...
Ms. Lenoir's family- Ms. Lenoir was found dead after being exposed to the cold weather conditions. She fell and was unable to get help. Please pray for her family as they transition without her.
Laura Beth's sister Charlotte. She has a new job and will be moving out of her parent's home. Please pray that she will adjust well, will be able to handle the new responsibilities and will do well on her own.
Sarah Cochran- Heather's great-grandmother. She is 93 years old and is not doing well. She is refusing to eat which is causing her to lose a lot of weight in a short amount of time. She is begging to die, which is hard on her daughter (Heather's grandmother). Please pray that she will not suffer and that the family will stay strong and be ready when the Lord takes her home.
Our class- for growth and the wisdom to see where the Lord wants to use us to minister to others. That we will be bold enough to take a stand and ask for God's direction. Once we know where the Lord wants us, that we will have the strength to do the task before us.
Our church
Our nation and leaders-the decisions that our government leaders make take a toll on us all-regardless if we supported them during the election or not.
Announcement:
We will be starting the Fireproof study (possibly) in late March. Please be in prayer for your spouse and yourself that you both will be open to listen to the Lord's direction and will. If you ordered a book from the Pathfinders class, please make your check payable to the church and turn it in as soon as possible.
Have a great week and we will see you Sunday!!

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Sunday March 1, 2009 Prayer Requests and Announcements

We had a great Bridge Builders class but missed those who were not there. I hope you all enjoyed the beautiful snow!

Prayer Requests:
Trey Caton's grandmother just moved to town and is emotional about leaving her home of 42 years. Please pray for her and her family during this time of transition.

The family of the 11 year old boy who was tragically killed in the dirt mound over the weekend.

Trey Caton's brother and sister-in-law are expecting their new baby this month. If labor begins, the Dr.'s will not stop it. Please pray for a safe and healthy delivery and recovery.

Autumn Gray- Katie's friend- hoping to get pregnant again after a miscarriage. Please pray for emotional strength.

Lisa Moran has throat cancer and had to have her voice box removed. Pray for her as she learns to communicate with those around her.

Sarah Moore- Katie's grandmother- has Alzheimer's and is becoming emotional about her loss of memory. Please pray for her and her family as they deal with the effects of the disease.

Prospects for our class-Please pray that God would send those who need encouragement and uplifting from other young married couples.

Fireproof Study- Begin to pray that the Lord would work in your and your spouse's heart that you would be touched in such a way that your marriage would be strengthened through the study.

Announcements:
Yellow Pages- if you do something on the side to make money or want to advertise your trade for additional business, fill out a yellow page and place it on the bulletin board downstairs.

Have an idea for an inexpensive way to spend time with the family? Fill out a card and post it on the bulletin board for others.

The Fredericks have breakfast next Sunday.

Please give Heather Talley your email address.

We need to sign up for Sunday breakfast. If you know a Sunday you can bring, please email Heather at bama1fan7582@yahoo.com so you can be added to the list.

Hope you have a great week!
See you Sunday!