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Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Mother's Day 2009

What a great Mother's Day the Lord blessed us with! For some of us, it was our very first with our little ones and what sweet memories we made. For others, they are seasoned pros but I am sure it was just as special as the first! For a few, it may have been a sad day of remembering those who have gone to be with the Lord. Whatever the case, we can praise the Lord for remembered memories of old or new ones made this past Sunday! For those who were out, please know you were missed and we hope you will be with us this Sunday. Thanks Charles for a great lesson this week. I hope you all are enjoying "studying" your mate as much as I am. I thought I knew a lot about James, but am learning there are still questions that need to be asked. I hope that you "talkers" in the relationship have learned to be quiet and listen a little this week and you "quiet" ones have learned to open up and share a little more!!!

PRAYER REQUESTS:
The Forbus family found a new home. They will close in June. Please be in prayer that this will be a smooth transition and when called upon to help with the moving process, we as their class will be there for them.

The Connors are preparing for sweet baby girl! Please be in prayer as they are getting their home and themselves ready for her arrival. Also, remember Bobby (and Tonya) as he is facing false accusations. PLEASE pray that their stresses can be relieved and that they will be able to fully place this situation in the Lord's hands.

The Sylvest family has construction underway! Please be in prayer that they will be able to endure the construction process and that the Lord will bless us with beautiful weather so that work may occur.

Laura Beth's grandfather, Mr. Ingram is not wanting to get out of bed. Please pray that his will to live will be restored. Also, please pray that his family will be able to make sweet memories with him that they can cherish forever.

Our class- pray that we will follow God's will for our class and that we can be a blessing for others.

Flood victims who lost family members, homes or other valuables. Please pray that they are able to restore soon and are able to put the pieces back together. Please pray that they will learn to depend upon the Lord for His strength.

Heather's grandmother, Sue LeVert- she seemed well on Mother's Day afternoon, but has had to become medicine dependent for sleep. Please pray that she will be able to find comfort and rest other ways (through Jesus).

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Our next social (please see email from Laura Beth for date) at Catfish House. We will also do a "Baby Blessings" for Baby Girl Connor. This will be a fun time of fellowship and food for the whole family. If you know of prospects for our class, invite them to attend as well!

Please be in prayer for a place where you can serve the Lord within our class. There are opportunities for you! Please see Charles if you have questions!!

Hope you have a wonderful week. Take time to see the blessings all around you! See you Sunday!

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

May 3, 2009

I don't know about you all, but I am finding myself more and more engrossed in the Love Dare! It has become a challenge each day to find new ways to express my love and devotion to James. I am not only learning more about him, but also about myself. I think this study can truly be a blessing in our marriages if we earnestly seek Him through it. Enjoy diving in to this week's lesson! There were several out this week, we hope to see Sunday. Remember, we are in our new classroom! Thanks Laura Beth for breakfast!

PRAYER REQUESTS:
Meadowbrook subdivision shooting- Please be in prayer for the family(s) who lost loved ones, for those recovering and for the shooter. How sad it must feel to think that the only way to resolve a disagreement is through violence that results with death. If this man does not know the Lord, please pray for salvation.

The Sylvest family- Charles and Laura Beth have started renovations on the house. Please remember them as they are in the midst of all the construction. Please pray that the weather will cooperate and that they will be able to move things along with no snags. Laura Beth is not feeling well today, please pray that she will be back to herself soon. They also returned home last night to discover the air is not working. Since the temperature is warmer, this may cause some discomfort. Please pray they are able to stay cool and will be able to fix the air conditioner soon.

Please remember Laura Beth's grandfather, Mr. Ingram. Since his strokes and breaking his foot, he is now "giving up" and refusing to eat. Please be in prayer as his family takes care of him. Also, pray that he will once again receive his will to carry on. He has lived a long life and has been healthy until the last several months. Please be in prayer for his physical but more importantly his emotional health.

The Connor's- Bobby has been charged with false accusations. Please pray that the truth be revealed and that he will be cleared. They will be attending court for this matter just 2 weeks before the birth of "sweet baby girl." Pray that Tonya will be able to handle the stress that comes along with such accusations. Please remember to lift them up as they prepare for the new arrival.

PRAISES:
The Forbus family has found a home! Please be in prayer that if this is the house the Lord would have them own, that things will move along quickly and that all will fall into place.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Be thinking about our next social. We are thinking about a cook-out but incorporating a "Baby Blessings" for the Connors!

Please be in prayer about how you can be a leader in our class. There are opportunities for you to serve. Be in prayer and seek for the Lord's will. He wants to use you! Remember, He does not call the equipped, He equips the called!! He will lead you where He can not use you!

As always, LOVE on your spouse this week! Let them know how special they are to you!!

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Sunday April 26, 2009

Thank you Charles for a great session with the Love Dare this week. Please remember to dive into your books, think about, pray over and write your thoughts as you study for this coming Sunday. For those of you who do not already have the journal, try to purchase one as a resource to go along with the sessions. There is great information in the appendix section of the journal that is a wonderful resource.

PRAYER CONCERNS:
Ella- feeling under the weather, running fever. Thank goodness she is feeling better and back to her old self again.

The Sylvest family- had great outcomes at court, Mr. Harris was arrested on all accounts however he will probably appeal the court's decision. Pray that resolution will occur and that if he does not already know the Lord, that through this, he will come to know His saving grace. Also, remember the Sylvest's as they move forward with re-construction of their home. Pray for comfort and peace as they try to make anew with their home.

The passenger with Demetrius Harris- he suffered some memory loss and has medical expenses that have occurred since the accident. Pray that he too will find peace through all of this.

Mr. Ingram- Laura Beth's grandfather; is in nursing facility and while the sitter was out for a moment, he fell from his chair and now has a broken foot. He is seeing the doctor about a possible surgery. Because of his age, the family has some concerns about surgery. Please pray that the family and physicians will be guided in the right decision for Mr. Ingram. Also pray that he will be able to recover quickly from the broken foot.

The Hatchers are purchasing a new home. Please pray that they will not run into any snags and that things will move along smoothly.

Bethany, Todd and the boys- they are still going through a difficult time, please pray that the Lord's will for their family will be revealed and that peace and comfort will be bestowed upon them.

Agee Mims' father passed away this week. Please be in prayer for his family as they move through the grieving process.

Scott Davis, Sr.- Heather's best friend's father-in-law, diagnosed with cancer and when he went for surgery in Houston,they found that the cancer is all throughout his body. He is trying to decide upon further treatment. Please be in prayer for Mr. Scott and his family as they try to cope with this life changing news. Please pray that they will be able to feel the Lord's presence in a way that they never have before.

We would like to extend a warm welcome to our visitors this week! Thank you Hatchers for bringing guests along with you! We had a lot of empty chairs this week. We missed those who could not be with us. We hope to see you Sunday!

Love on your spouse this week!!

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

What a wonderful day of worship!

What a great Resurrection Easter morning we had last week. The message was wonderful, the choir sounded beautiful and from what I understand, the breakfast was great (we were home looking into Easter baskets and playing with our new goodies!)! Thank you again to the Ellis family for opening their home for a great time of fellowship and food with friends!

This Sunday was no exception. The worship message was encouraging. I pray that we will all be the "Keynote Speaker" that the Lord would be proud of. Remember, no matter where you are or who you are with, we all need to be shining examples of Christ's love. We did a recap of the first lesson of the Love Dare. I pray that we are all reading ahead and praying for our marriages and for one another. Take time to sink into the goodness God has in store for each of us.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

We have a new room! We will be moving to room 230 this coming Sunday. Our class is growing! Praise the Lord! Continue to invite new people to join us each week!

Be thinking and praying about class roles. You may feel the Lord leading you to serve as the outreach, in reach or social coordinator. Pray and ask the Lord where He can use you and your talents. See Charles for details!

The Love Dare Journal is a great resource/tool to add to our class book. You can find these at Wal-Mart of Lifeway.

Don't forget to bring wedding day pictures. You may want to make copies of your pictures as they will hang on the wall of our classroom. Color copier is available in the church office.

PRAYER REQUESTS:

Bethany, Todd and the boys- pray that the Lord's will be revealed for their lives, for their family and marriage. Now, more than ever is prayer needed for guidance, peace and comfort.

Bobby and Tonya are preparing for their sweet baby girl. Pray that they will be able to get the things done that need to be done before her arrival. Also remember the "Big Brother" that he will be prepared and ready for the changes that will occur in his home.

Children who participated in Camp Celebration. Several of these children have lost both parents and have also experienced other means of grief. Please pray as they try to move forward. They need peace and reassurance that life can be ok. For those who do not know the Lord, pray that positive influences will be placed in their lives who can lead them to His saving grace!

The Sylvest family will be face-to-face this week with the man who crushed into their home back in December. Please pray that they will be able to control emotions as this will be the first time they have seen him face-to-face. Pray that the Lord will convict him and he will changes his ways, if he has not already.

Adullum House. Pray that the Lord will reveal the direction He would have us to go with a possible mission project for this children's home.

PRAISE:

Friend of Obed and Jenn found out that he is finally getting his boy...even though they have thought throughout the entire pregnancy it was a girl! Praise for answered prayers!!

Y'all have a great week! Hope to see you Sunday!!

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Wishing you a happy day!

I was thinking about you guys today and wanted to say a quick prayer for you...

Dear Lord,
Thank you for this day and for the many blessings you have provided for us, even though we are so undeserving. I come to you this afternoon lifting up our Bridge Builder Class. I pray that wherever they may be at this very moment that you will lift their spirits and that they feel you around them. I pray for their safety as they travel here and there. I thank you Lord for the friendships that are building within this clas and for the leadership from Charles. I pray that you would bless us, our marriages and homes. Thank you again for all you do for us. In Jesus' name I pray...AMEN!

Have a blessed day! See you Sunday!

Monday, April 6, 2009

April 5th Reminders and Prayer Requests

What a wonderful morning we had! While there were several out this week, we still had a great discussion and lesson with the first session of our Love Dare Bible Study. If you missed this week, no need to worry, there will be a recap on the 19th. Great job Brian! Thanks for stepping in to help out.

Announcements:

Friday night social and the Ellis home. You can bring your kids if you want. If you don't want to bring them, get a sitter and enjoy a child-free night.Jen said come when ever you want anytime starting at 5:30-6:00. We will probably start eating shortly after that. We may even play a fun game.

Here is the food list:Ellis' - meat

Frederick's - Buns

Talley's - condiments and dessert

Fochtmann's - tray of lettuce, tomato, cheese, etc.

Forbus' - Paper Products

Sanford's - Drinks

Sylvest's - Chips and Baked Beans

If you plan to come and did not get to sign up for something maybe you could bring and extra dessert.

We are inviting prospects from the church who would be a great fit for our class. If you know of anyone that you would like to invite, please do. Sometimes a social is easier for a first visit than in the classroom.

Easter Egg Hunt at the church Saturday morning 10 am for children 6th grade and under. Come and have fun with your children!

Easter Morning Worship Schedule:

8:30 Churchwide Breakfast

9:45 Worship Service

No PM worship-spend time with your family and friends

Prayer Requests:

Mr. Ingram- Laura Beth's grandfather is having some complications with his heart. He is 94 (?) and the doctors feel as though he needs a pace maker. Please pray that they will make the right decision as far as surgery goes. Please pray that Mr. Ingram will recover quickly and will feel like himself again soon.

The Forbus family is searching for a home. Please be in prayer for them as they continue to look. Pray that the Lord would lead them to the home He has for them.

Mr. Hughes- co-worker of Brian's who has eye degeneration. He was in Argentina when the eye that he had sight in went blind. Please pray that the doctors are able to help him regain his vision.

Our class as we continue through the Love Dare. Pray for our marriages and homes.

Also pray for class growth.