We were able to have our yard sale last Thursday as scheduled. We appreciate everyone who donated and the members who worked the event! Our regular meeting was canceled that day. This Thursday, Liz Kyger is bringing some students to our meeting to talk about raising funds to go to…
These spring days are comfortable temperatures so far, vegetation is flourishing, lots of lawn mowing going on and gardeners enjoying fresh vegetables. Roger and Lanell Long enjoyed peas and new potatoes from their garden and there are others in the area who have done the same. Our prayers are for…
Sunday, June 9 was the Second Sunday after Trinity. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. John 3:13, “Marvel not, my brethren, if the world hate you…” In this passage St. John discusses the conflict between Christian values and worldly values. Wordly values are based…
Sunday morning service was opened with music, prayer requests and prayer. Brother Claude Robertson brought a beautiful special for us. Brother Roberts brought the message from II Timothy 3:1-5, “Edify One Another Until I Come.” Sunday evening, Brother Randy and Sister Venita Brummet gave us a beautiful special song. Brother…
Our devotional reading was Psalms 92, a song of prayers. Prayer requests were shared for Jaylin, Judy, Carol, our leaders, our nation and our Lord’s service. Doyle Humbyrd prayed this prayer. After singing, happy birthday was sung to Lindsey Boyd and happy anniversary was sung to Phillip McFarlin. Van and…
The past week has been my kind of weather. The wild flowers are so pretty especially the daisies. Kinsey brought me a little bouquet last week. There was a lot of things going on last week. Norma, Kenny and Seth was here one day helping with yard work and etc.…
Today, June 9, additions to the prayer list: Lola Dennis, Jesse Mills, Jerry Lee, Ronnie Atchison, storm victims, our country, and upcoming Vacation Bible School (VBS). Upcoming Events: VBS starts June 17th-with family night on June 23rd with a meal after a short presentation. June 16- all fathers will receive…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a safe and good weekend. What a down pour of rain about noon on Sunday just as church turned out. So glad that we don’t melt when we get wet. Well so much…
Hello from Red Bank. I hope everyone is well and happy. I think a little more sunshine would help us all feel better. I know it would for me, even though, it is great to see all the ponds full and the creeks running a full stream as a result…
6-10-13. Hello again. It is a nice, bright sunshiney day here, but we’re supposed to have rain and storms later today. We were supposed to have it last night as well, but never did get here. That’s just fine and dandy. We may be in the season now where they…
A few weeks ago, you may have noticed that I hinted at friend and neighbor, Sharon Shannon that she might be a great author for this report. I was so pleased that she read that hint and was pleased to be asked to do so. Although, I have enjoyed writing…
We hope you had a wonderful week last week. We enjoyed a week with some of the most fantastic young people anywhere, down at Piland Youth Camp. We sang, played horseshoes, took a hayride, went swimming, made smores by the campfire, enjoyed skits, fine fiddle and guitar music, had Bible…
Howdy. Hasn’t this been a real nice beginning June? Weather has been just right and aren’t the flowers just gorgeous? Everyone’s knock-out roses look beautiful. Not everyone is getting to see what we are seeing. There are a lot of people in the hospital this week. Ronnie Atchison has been…
It was a great day to be in the house of the Lord, and we appreciate our visitors. We prayed for many requests and thanked the Lord for His many blessings. Brother Ric had a short message before Brother Raymond preached our communion and feet washing service. It was a…
We were blessed with a good spring rain and today the sun is shining brightly on a freshly washed landscape. I hope lots of hay got in the bale. The mower was going until dark in front of my house just across the road and after the rain was over,…
Hello everyone out there, its been a while, so we will hit the high spots like they grade the road. Only they said they would be back next week and the next week they whizzed through and never came back, but I have arrived. My sister, Sybil has been a…
Our morning service opened with Bro. Gregg welcoming everyone. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. Our prayer requests were many. Prayer was led by Sister Juanita. We sang for Jesus and gave our Sunday school gifts for the Lord with Bro. Gregg asking the Lord…
After opening prayer and singing our Sunday school lesson was on how to praise our God with thankfulness and for saving us. Let others know who he is and what he does for us. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Vicki Miller, Rod Welker and Lacie Beard. Our special song…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer by Bro. Mitchell Cotrone. Sunday school lesson was The Day of the Lord, Joel 1:10-20 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Sister Diane Strunks.…
Election Day was long for sure, but not as tedious or busy as some previous ones. We enjoyed visiting with friends and neighbors, getting to catch up on local news. Some people were just driving by and saw the “Vote Here” sign and came in, not even remembering the event,…
Donna Dodson and Reece Goforth came by on Monday. Donna showed me a picture of the new red pickup Danny Bushong got. Macee and Quin Breeding visited me on Wednesday evening for awhile. Debra and Johnnie Reed and family all made it home okay. Debra had started work. Garrett Kearn…
Glorious early summer days in Champion have haymakers busy and all the exciting summertime events are beginning to happen. It seems that every time of the year has some excitement built into it in Champion. It is just that kind of place, poised on the balance of past and future…
Caney went to the White River youth camp Wednesday evening service. They had a very good service. Several youth sang specials. After a good message several went forward. It was wonderful to see them be serious about the Lord. Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone…
Sunday, June 9, 2013. Opening Sunday school Joe Lafferty read the 122 Psalms. Opening prayer by Wilma Hampton. Our lesson today was the 13th chapter of II Corinthians. We had a real good discussion on it. We will start in the book of Galatians next Sunday. Michele and Danny Lee…
I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine,” John 9:14. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalm 92:1-8 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. The children worked on Father’s Day pictures. Preston Adams, Hunter Adams, Quin Breeding…
Darlene and Sally Sorensen, Norma Stillings, Bobbye Priddy, and Sandra Rogers came back from the Ladies’ Retreat, Saturday afternoon after hearing from some very good messages. The Camp JOY grounds were so peacefully quiet and beautiful, the food was great, and friendships were renewed. There were games, a craft, gifts,…
Sunday, I didn’t make it to church, but all my kids were here for lunch and we had a good time. On Sunday night, Donna Lewis visited and Sis. Brenda Townsend of Eufala, Oklahoma came to see me. Nora called me and said Violet was doing pretty good, Hugh about…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, June 17—grilled chicken sandwich, savory potatoes, baked beans, sherbet. Tuesday, June 18—Ham and beans, potatoes, tomatoes, cornbread, fruit. Wednesday, June 19—Meatloaf, baked potato, carrots, pudding. Thursday, June 20—Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, fruit. Friday, June 21—Tuna salad sandwich, cucumber and tomato…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she didn’t have any news only that she went to church Sunday. Last Monday night was our O.E.S. Meeting and we voted on three more people into our chapter and we will eat at 6 before our meeting. I cooked last Tuesday for…
“And one cried unto another and said, Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts, the whole earth is full of His glory, ” Isaiah 6:3. Last Wednesday (22), my Uncle Earl Johnston from Burns, Oregon came with his brother, J.R. and wife Janet of Mountain Grove for a visit.…
The people in Oklahoma who heeded the storm warning are complimented and were safe, although many perhaps didn’t hear the tornado warning. I was on the phone with my cousin and she was in her cellar they had built when they built their house at Wellston, OK. My pear trees…
Sunday, June 2 was the first Sunday after Trinity. Altar and vestment colors are green, the color of growth. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 16:19, the parable of Lazarus and the rich man. Many of the scripture readings during Trinity involve parables,…
Sunday morning, Sister Maxine Lund brought the message for the early service and Brother Cody Prock brought the message for the second service. Sister Maxine Lund brought the message for the evening service from Genesis 32:24-29, “Spiritual Growth.” This week has been another busy week for us as we are…
Food Harvest items were collected. White River Kiddie Camp was held Friday and Saturday with 24 campers and Beth Dunn as Director. This week is Senior Camp for high school with Stephanie Chambers and Chris Sims as Directors. We have three campers. They are Erin Crum, CJ Horsey and Gabe…
We have surely gotten our share of rain the past week. One morning we had 3-1/2 inches, the next morning we had 1-1/2 inches. Anytime we have more than 3 inches, the branches on either side of our house will roll. We aren’t complaining about the rain. We have been…
I will begin my news by saying sorry no news last week, but with Monday being a holiday then Tuesday I was in Springfield with Steven for his surgery. No time for news before the paper was published and no news was turned in to be printed. A good Tuesday…
Donald and Paulette Fletcher came by and took Billy Fletcher with them to the McGill Family Reunion, May 25. Billy says that he is doing well. Duane and Jeanette Hesterley visited for a while with Norma Lea and Terry Stillings over Memorial weekend. Norma Lea reports that she is doing…
6-2-13. Dear Folks: I have to double check to see if I got the right date, because of the way it goes so fast. God please help the people in Oklahoma who had all that storm damage and especially the ones who lost loved ones. My heart aches for them…
Church began with singing and again, so many of our family are in need of prayer. We send our sympathy to the family of Lloyd Shumate, and all others who are bereaved. Brother Ric read from Exodus 20, about not worshipping graven images. It was a very good message, and…
It suddenly dawned on me that it was Monday and time to gather my thoughts together and to greet everyone from Little Creek. It has been a good week and we have much to thank our Master for, first for letting the storm pass us by and for the good…
Hello from our home to your home, greetings to everyone. Monday started off as a bright sunshine day and may our spirits be as bright as the day. Residents are now doing morning exercise, everyone is moving and a grooving. Since I broke my hip it is a painful process…
Our morning service began with Bro. Gregg greeting all with a good morning. Sister Juanita prayed for a good day in the Lord. We had prayer requests for our church, our families, many who are ill, Vacation Bible School, each other and many more unspoken. Bro. Gregg led in prayer.…
A beautiful day for June 3rd, but was a little chilly here this morning. I had 50 degrees this morning. All told I emptied 4-1/2 inches of rain from my gauge. All the cemeteries looked so pretty last weekend. Annie and I went up to Pleasant Home to their benefit…
Opening prayer for our morning service was by Doug Miller. In our Sunday school class, we studied the aspects of worship by which we humbly commit ourselves to glorifying God. Happy Anniversary wishes went out to Wanda and Dean Casady and birthday wishes went out to little Emma Leanne Terrill.…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Hosea’s Unusual Story, Hosea 1:1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison,…
Well good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. Can you all believe this weather? I really don’t have any news this morning, but I’ve been told by a few that they miss my items. So I’ll do my best. As for me I went to church Sunday morning…
I hope you have not been washed away with all the rain we are receiving. It sure has cleaned out our creek and it looks so clear and pretty. The grandkids have been having so much fun playing in the water and catching crawdads. I remember my sons doing the…
Memorial Day turned out to be more than originally intended. Randy & Kim were to join me for an afternoon meal. It ended up with Randy’s son “Pooh” and his family joining us as well as Arlene and Reanna, ten altogether. Good thing Randy had picked up some other food…
Happy Birthday in June to Delwin Iott, Isaiah Ayala and Melissa Iott. Happy Anniversary to John and Jo Stephens the 19th and David and Donna Dodson the 26th. Those here on Tuesday were Johnnie and Debra Reed, Miguel and Tiffany Ayala, Garrett, Grant, Isaac, Isaiah, Gabie and Adelle, Jo Stephens,…
Champions crossed Clever Creek Sunday morning in a fit of trepidation as the south west side of the slab was quite washed out and exposed and the north side an extended bog of mud. Four wheel drive proved to be a valuable feature of local jalopies. Later in the day…
Caney Church came together singing praised to the Lord Wednesday evening. Bro. Lynn Crider was our leader this week. He taught from Exodus 20:1-17, 23:1-2, Lev. 19:11-19, Numbers 35:30, Deuteronomy 17:2-6, Proverbs 6:16-19, 14:25, 14:-9, John 8:1 and Jerm. 17:9-13. The Ten Commandments are God’s absolute! His main thought was…
Good morning everyone. I guess everyone surely is feeling good and wet this morning. Boy, what a difference this year is compared to the last couple of years. I am so happy and thank God for the help this gives to the farmers and gardeners. I am trusting your crops…
“Choose ye this day whom ye will serve, but as for me and my house we will serve the Lord,” Joshua 24:15. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school. He read Joshua 24:14-24 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. Please help us pray for Fran Burke, people traveling, Richard…
Luke Sorensen lives and works six hours away in Arkansas so it was a special thing to have him with us this Sunday. Snatches of conversation were heard about the Percheron horses he works with. Everybody is happy that he has a job that he likes, we just wish that…
We’re thankful for the rain. We went to see the creeks after a day or two. Bob and Susie came from Mountain Grove and Bob worked on my windmill. Barb and Jack also came over and they all planted my tomato plants. Bob and Linda had nineteen family members on…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, June 10—Pepper steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, hominy, fruit. Tuesday, June 11—Baked potato bar, Frito pie, corn, fruit. Wednesday, June 12—Cashew chicken, rice, egg roll, Oriental vegetables, cookie. Thursday, June 13—Hamburger/tater tot casserole, cucumber slices, tomato slices, roll, fruit. Friday, June 14—Catfish nuggets,…
It was good to see everyone Sunday. We praise God for the rain, but it’s nice to get a day or two off without it. Pastor Oren gave us scriptures from Judges 6:11-18 to read along with his message of “Mission Impossible”. Gideon was a man from a poor background…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday afternoon and she had went to church that morning and she told me that they baptized five people that day. I took my news in last Monday when I went to the military service at the Ava Cemetery and I gave my news to…
Sunday, May 26 was Trinity Sunday, which marks a division in the church calendar and marks the end of the segment of the Christian year that relives the life of Christ. Altar and vestment colors are white, the color of purity and joy. Bishop Glen and Laurie Hartley were away…
Sunday morning service was opened with the Walnut Grove Church Bluegrass band playing music and singing gospel hymns. Brother Roberts brought a message of Remembering the military who had sacrificed for us and for Jesus who gave His life that we could be forgiven of our sins. This week has…
The holiday is almost over, hope everyone got home safe. There was lots of people on the road. All of our family from Oklahoma and Arkansas arrived home safe. Tuesday evening Kailey Thompson’s softball team played the last inning while the storm was coming in from the west. They won.…
During Memorial Day Week-end, we had a lot of visitors. The choir did a special. Birthdays: Lola Dennis ( WOW 82), Tammi Housley, Jimmie Marler, Hannah Moore. Anniversary: David and Tammi Housley. A Special was performed by Sharon Renfrow, as well as, poem special by Alex Alexander- “The Soldier’s Prayer”…
Norma Stillings and her son, Dan, decorated graves at the Bragg, Denny, and Burdett Cemeteries, Saturday afternoon. Then Monday, she, Dan, and her friend, Bobbye Priddy attended the Veterans Memorial Service at the Ava Cemetery. Norma and Dan drove out to the Mt. Tabor Cemetery later. When you see the…
If you didn’t have a glorious Memorial Day Weekend, you certainly missed a good chance. The weather was beautiful, the Spirit of worship was in our churches and the joy of the Lord was all around us. Next Sunday we will have a guest speaker and hope you will come…
Mt. Tabor Church began Memorial Day with many prayers and thanks for the goodness of our Lord to us. Our group was small, but we had a good Sunday school lesson, along the same line as the day we were celebrating, to bring all we know back to remembrance, according…
Another week has passed all too swiftly. I wonder if we will ever have warm enough days for gardens to grow. The lawn grass sure grows fast despite the cool nights. I do not have much to write in the guise of news, but as I have always heard, “No…
Hello from our home to your home. It has been quiet around our Home for two days, Saturday and Sunday, and we know the reason. People have been celebrating Memorial season where their loved ones are buried, putting lovely flowers out for everyone to see and remember their loved ones…
Happy Home Church was a very busy place this past weekend. We had a wedding in the afternoon which I am sure God blessed. Our singing was Saturday night and we had a great crowd praising God with the beautiful music with food and fellowship that followed it all. If…
After starting our morning service with prayer and singing in our Sunday school classes we studied about the hope we have as Christians in the coming of Jesus and our attitude should be! Eagerly watching and waiting, it should affect our way of living, conduct ourselves in Holy and Godly…
Last Weeks News – Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Lord Will Return, II Peter 1:7-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school we sang several songs. Elsie Atchison,…
We managed to get through another nasty storm event. It is so difficult to emotionally “place ourselves” in Moore, OK and feel what those poor unfortunate people went through. Losing one’s property is one thing but losing loved ones of any age is decimating to our psyches and the parents…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding was here on Monday. They had taken Reece to the MOCH. Jo Stephens visited me on Wednesday. Amy Iott, Challa, Axel and Kaitlyn Pierce visited me on Thursday. David and Donna, Keith Breeding, Reece, Megan, Quin and Macee were here on Friday for Reece to…
Champions are conscious that just a few hours’ drive west the tornado damage in Oklahoma has wrecked homes and lives. Many have friends and family out there and hopes are that recovery is swift and strong. It is hard to find the bright side of a tragedy such as this,…
Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jeff Shipley led our hearts in prayer. Jack read John 14:1-7 for our devotional. It was a wonderful promise from the Lord. Praise and Worship began with testimonies by Jeff Shipley,…
5-26-13. Another beautiful morning this Lord’s Day is. Today is the Memorial Sunday and we wil have a special service at 2:00 p.m. at the Stillings Cemetery to honor our loved ones that have already gone home. We all need to remember our fallen veterans and thank God for their…
We were pleased to have guests again this week. Some of the members who had been sick were back in church, so there was a good number in church. We still had a few out with sickness, one with pneumonia. We had to delay a baptizing because of that. We…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, June 3—Cheeseburger and fixin’s, savory potatoes, cake. Tuesday, June 4—Country fried steak, potatoes, gravy, corn, jell-o. Wednesday, June 5—Chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, fruit. Thursday, June 6—Ham and beans, potatoes, tomatoes, cornbread, fruit. Friday, June 7—Spaghetti, green beans, garlic roll,…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she didn’t make it to church. Tracy Lakey and her friend, Linda, came in Saturday to decorate the graves and they stopped and visited with Aunt Bonnie Phipps for three hours before leaving Ava. I went to my O.E.S. Meeting last…
May is my favorite month of the year and I always say it is because the temperature is just right, it is so lush and green and it smells so good from all the flowers blooming. My yard is full of fragrant flowers right now. Pink peonies, white peonies, old…
“Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer,” Romans 12:12. Monday afternoon Gary and I went to Ava to visit his mother, Maxine Turner and Vicki Goodman. While we were there Vicki’s granddaughter, Ashli Womack and her daughter, Kaidon Stout came. Sympathy to the families of Audrey Hadeen…
There’s a lot of lawn mowing going on as grass keeps growing fast! It has been reported that “cicadas” are in the Eastern states, and we had better be prepared with “earplugs” if they moved in our direction. It has been interesting to watch the purple martins arrive, though other…
Sunday, May 19 was Pentecost, one of the major days in the church calendar commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the apostles on the day of the Jewish festival, which was a harvest festival observed on the fiftieth day from the record day of Passover. Pentecost means fiftieth…
The Walnut Grove Church Bluegrass band opened the service with music and songs. Sister Tillie Fowler brought the special and did a very good job of singing it. Brother Roberts brought the morning message from Matthew 25: 14-30, “Do Business ’til I Come.” He brought the evening message from Hab.…
It is hard to believe that another school year has come and gone. Kelly and DeAnn Thompson, Kailey and Kyle went to Illinois last weekend to see Kelly’s folks. Norma Cross and I went to Claremore, Oklahoma Sunday afternoon. We went to watch our great niece graduate Monday night from…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost loved ones. May God bless…
I finally got my garden planted. Now all we need is enough sunshine for it to grow and produce. It sounds like better weather is on its way this week end. I think that will make us all feel much better. The Church service at Red Bank began with hymns…
Last Wednesday, Billy Fletcher and members of the “Needle and Thimble Quilting Club” ate at Lambert’s in Ozark. Billy had fallen outside recently and ended up with a cracked bone in a sprained wrist. His friends are telling him to be sure and carry his phone when he goes out,…
It has been a crazy few weeks with birthday parties, family visiting, burials of family and friends and keeping up with everyday life. I am sure that you readers can understand that feeling. My little brother, Johnny Nichols and his wife, Diana have been visiting from Goodland, Kansas. Johnny grew…
If you were one of the folks who stopped by our “Fund Raiser” for Pialnd Youth Camp this past Saturday and either had your car washed or bought some item from the bake sale, we appreciate it so very much for your support of our effort to serve the young…
Howdy. It seems as soon as I get one week written, it’s time to write again. As I get older, time is going by so much faster. May 14 was the senior dinner. There was 27 present. Bonita and Linda VanderBogart fixed and served the main course with everyone…
We began with prayer requests and news of progress of those in our congregation who are still dealing with health issues. We were thankful for all the good things the Lord does for us. We invite our visitors back again. Brother Ric read from Exodus 20:1-3, with his main thought…
Friday, I spent a happy two hours or so with Kasey and Karen as they finished planting Kasey’s and my garden. Mine is five tubs with tomatoes and pepper. I already have been eating salad out of mine because they put out onion sets, lettuce, and radishes early. Kasey and…
Hello from our home to your home! We have made it through National Nursing Home Week and what a week it was! How our Activities Director did it–I don’t know. She came during the night and took down the wall decorations for that day’s theme and decorated thoroughly for the…
Some of us went to Skyline Full Gospel Church Friday night for their singing. It was a real blessing. Come and join us. It is the third Friday night of each month. Bro. Dale opened the morning service with a good morning to all. We had prayer requests and prayer…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school classes we studied how God uses every gift and every person to help serve others. Our specials this morning was Pauline Welker with a reading and a song by the group of Johnnie Miller, Wanda Casady, Bobbie…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Lord Will Return, II Peter 1:7-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school we sang several songs. Elsie Atchison, Lena Ingram, Woodrow Coonce,…
I have two weeks or so worth of news to report in this article so I will see if I can keep everything in order. The first week in May was our Communion Sunday. Our crowd was down a little, but we still had a good service. I had my…
I thought this might be interesting for some of our older citizens. I forget the year but think it was 1943 when my father was an air raid warden in Los Angeles before they drafted him into the Marines at age 38 and with 3 children. One night a Japanese…
My sympathy to the family of Onis Gunter. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. We went to town on Friday and Saturday. Quin and Macee visited me Saturday also. Juanita Kazenske of Illinois called me on Tuesday. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Tuesday also. Jo Stephens visited me on…
“Now is the winter of our discontent made glorious summer…” Champions now forget the discontent of winter, which was not much except for its length and move straight on to glorious summer. Last Sunday morning found frost in low spots and Tuesday temperatures reached 90˚. There will yet be some…
May 15 – Wednesday evening service began by Bro. Jim Lafferty taking prayer requests and praise reports. We praise the Lord for answered prayers. Sis. Melba Austin led in prayer. Bro. Jim read Luke 5:1-11, John 21:1-11. It was hard work to fish and catch fish. It is also hard…
5-20-13. Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms the 12th chapter. Opening prayer is given by Sister Clara Lafferty. Our lesson came from II Corinthians the 10th chapter. Paul is writing this letter to the Corinthians because of the disturbance among them. The human part of Paul was to…
“I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tent of wickedness. For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give you grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. O Lord…
We were honored to have missionary guests this week and their daughter. Their daughter has just finished her Junior year at Heartland Baptist Bible College and is planning to spend the summer with her parents before completing her Senior year. She will complete her teaching degree during this upcoming year.…
We’ve been busy around the place this past week. Bob, my son, has been trimming trees and it is taking a while to get everything cleaned up. My squirrels are somewhat confused as their tree limbs are gone and they are learning a new route to their feeder. Bob and…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, May 27—CLOSED. Tuesday, May 28—Swedish meatballs, rice, peas and carrots, fruit. Wednesday, May 29—Manicotti with meat sauce, green beans, garlic roll, ice cream. Thursday, May 30—Ham and cheese sandwich, broccoli cheese soup, salad, cookie. Friday, May 31—Chicken livers, mashed potatoes, gravy, tomatoes, fruit…
Bonnie Phipps said that after church Michael and Wendee Freeman, Matt, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis, Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Roy and Linda Freeman and Roy’s brother and his wife, Dennis and Teresa Freeman all went to Theodosia to Cookie’s Restaurant and ate dinner and then they went for a drive…
“And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness, ” Colossians 3:14. Hope everyone that had mothers remember them on Sunday or anyday. Gary and I went to Ernest and Dara Strong’s home Sunday afternoon for Mother’s Day dinner. Other guests were Tabitha, Stormi and…
Sunday, May 12 was the Sunday after Ascension Day, which was Thursday. In his sermon Bishop Hartley noted that the old term for this day was Expectation Sunday because it is the time in the church year of expectation or waiting for Christ’s return in the form of the Holy…
Sunday was Mother’s Day and the service began with the Praise Team leading music. We then honored the four Senior graduates with a gift. We are truly proud of our youth and wish them well as they enter into real adulthood. Brother Roberts brought the message from II Timothy 1:1-5,…
I read in my devotion on Mother’s Day, Mothers were the last in God’s creation. After he made her, he said, now, I can rest. Brad Siler, our Sunday School Superintendent, greeted all mothers present with a big happy mother’s day. LeaAnn Crum had made beautiful corsages for all mothers…
We are so thankful for the rain that is still coming so different than last year. Kenny did some weed eating and Kyle Thompson did some mowing while the girls, Kinsey and Kailey did some cleaning and picking up Tuesday evening. Norma Cross and I was in Springfield on business…
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY. Shelby Moore said, “I can’t think of a thing to criticize my mother about. There’s something special about your mother. Honor your mother today”. Recent prayer requests: Van Renfrow, Carla Bates, Kaye Garrison, Joy Mills, Brenda Michner, Paul McIntosh, Ruby Ely, and unspoken. Birthdays: Mike Tate and…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a great weekend, and all the mothers had one too, as Sunday was a day just for them. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the…
The Red Bank Church service began with hymns led by Jerry Maggard. A warm welcome was provided by Jerry Huff before dismissing everyone to their respective Sunday school class. Birthday mission offerings were given in honor of loved ones having birthdays. Brother Les used Scripture from Genesis 3: 12 as…
Wendell Daugherty treated his mother, Jean Daugherty, to lunch, Saturday, for Mother’s Day at Cookie’s in Theodosia. George and Donna Dale and Billy Fletcher were part of her group. When I went in to the Douglas County Herald office to do some business last week, I got a great surprise.…
5-13-13. Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers who read this. I hope each and everyone of you had as good a day as I did. It couldn’t have been much better. Bright sunshine, temps where you just needed the lightest of jackets, if any at all. Walt gave me…
We hope everyone enjoyed a beautiful Mother’s Day this last Sunday. If you didn’t you certainly missed a good chance. It was a gloriously beautiful day to celebrate with our mothers and if she came to Oak Grove for morning worship service, we sent her home with our blessings and…
Howdy. I think that spring is finally here. Flowers are popping up everywhere, schools are getting out, everyone is going to the ball fields to play summer leagues, and yards are being mowed. I love spring for what it means, new life. Now that brings another matter to mind. Jamie…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We were glad to have eleven children. We invite them all back. Sunday was Mother’s Day. We were glad to have eleven mothers. Each mother was…
It was a beautiful day as we gathered for worship on Mother’s Day. We had many prayer concerns for family, friends and church family, and thanked Him for the many blessings He has given us. Brother Ric read from Luke, and preached a very appropriate Mother’s Day message. He spoke…
It has been a beautiful Sabbath day which happens to also be Mother’s Day. Every mother deserves a day to be pampered and my special two days began Saturday when my kids came and prepared brunch which we all shared along with stories of days gone by. I enjoyed this…
Hope all you mothers had a nice day Sunday. I believe I saw 64 on the register at Garrison Church. Lisa and Wyatt Ellison sang together and Lisa had a solo. We had a wonderful service, several went to the altar to pray. Good fellowship among everyone. Nice gifts were…
We had a work day at the church on Saturday. We had a good turn out to help. We got a lot accomplished. We appreciate all who came out and helped Happy Home Church put on a new face. We appreciate those who brought food for breakfast and lunch. We…
Tuesday, May 14 – Maybe we are going to have spring after all. It’s a beautiful morning. Hope all you mothers had a good Mother’s Day. Ted Collins, Autumn and Blaine visited last Tuesday with Ann Collins. Ted mowed her yard Sharon Driskell visited me on Wednesday morning. Ann Collins…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Sunday school lesson was The Peril of False Teaching, II Peter 2:1-3 and 17-22 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed…
I hope all you mothers had a great Mother’s Day Sunday as we all need to thank our mothers we have or had for who we are today. Our pastor, Bro. Benny Dewitt brought a good Sunday morning message on mothers beginning in Genesis, on our first mother, Eve and…
Jamey Herd has not been having a good couple of weeks and running to the doctor every week is no fun. She says no one in the area calls her with news or updates. Same here! Surely some of you have news of your gardens, etc. and goings on at…
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone. Donna Dodson and Diana Davis were both here on Monday. Jolisa Iott came by one day this week. Donna, Reece, Megan, Quin and Macee came by on Thursday. Donna went with Mike Dodson to Springfield on Friday. He had a MRI on his back. Donna…
Thank you Lord for all the good rain and the wonderful temperatures you have been blessing us with. God bless all the mothers and their families on their special day. Thank God for the Christian mothers, who with God’s help strive to give their children the knowledge of our Lord…
Champion phone lines and internet services were fairly clogged with well-wishing sons and daughters hoping to get through to speak with their dear old Mothers on Sunday. Monday finds the old darlings smiling and contented to have been remembered. Some had the good fortune to see their offspring face to…
May 12 – Sunday school on Mother’s Day opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. Bro. Jeff Shipley led us in prayer. Jack read Psalms 130 for our devotion. He dismissed us to study God’s word. Maddie Shipley sang while offering was received. Praise and Worship began with testimonies…
May 12 – We opened with reading of Psalms 121. Opening prayer was given by Ronnie Thomas. In his request to God he offered request to all mothers especially those that may be struggling with a decision of whether to keep their baby or make the choice of abortion. This…
Her children arise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her,” Proverbs 31:28. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalms 130 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for Wanda Goss, Floyd Graham, Betty Satterfield, Agnes Simmons,…
All the mothers were honored, Sunday morning. Each mother received a small tin of hard candies, “Mixed Fruit Drops” and a small book, “God’s gift for Mothers” published by Thomas Nelson. Every lady present received a flower that was ready to be set out. Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message…
On Sunday I went to church with Bob and Linda. We went out to eat before coming home. Jenna Davis came out and visited with us. Linda had several calls for Mother’s Day. We visited Barb, Jack, Miracle, Traci and Isabella late Sunday evening and ate supper with them. They…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, May 20—Grilled chicken sandwich, savory potatoes, baked beans, sherbet. Tuesday, May 21—Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, hominy, fruit. Wednesday, May 22—Chicken and dumplin’s, peas and carrots, coleslaw, cake. Thursday, May 23—Spaghetti, green beans, garlic roll, pudding. Friday, May 24—Hamburger/tater tot casserole, cucumber slices,…
Happy Mother’s Day to all moms out there! You know mother’s day is every day, but we set aside one day of the year to pay special attention to her and to say “Thanks mom, for all you do”. Godly woman who fear the Lord will be given strength to…
After church Bonnie said that Ken and Debbie Cederlind, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya came down to Roy and Linda Sue Freeman’s and the others that met them there were Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Wendee Freeman, Matt, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis and Wendee’s cousin and wife who was in…
Greetings from the Ronald McDonald House of the Ozarks, near Cox South Hospital. I have been staying here off and on for several days with daughter Julie as she was released from the PCU in the hospital but referred here to be close to the hospital. On the afternoon of…
Ephesians 3:17, “That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, that ye being rooted and grounded in love.” Monday, Rick and Darlene McCullers visited with Eddie and Linda Sears. Sympathy to Lodene Hammons family. When she lived in Wasola she would baby set a lot. Also when she had…
The changing weather delays early gardening, but there is still time to get plants growing, and the ground needs to be warmer anyway. Trees and shrubs have an abundance of leaves and foilage the past week. Lilacs are pretty now. Sympathy to the families of Don Rackley and Jarrett Nesbit,…
Sunday, May 5 was the fifth Sunday after Easter, commonly called Rogation Sunday from the Latin for to pray or ask for and on this day we traditionally pray for successful crops as the Easter season is connected symbolically with spring. This day ends the Easter season on the church…
The Praise Team led some very good songs then Brother Roberts brought the message from I Thessalonians 4:13-18, “Rapture -Part 2.” LeeAnn Crum brought an informative message of the operation of Options Pregnancy, then she and her daughter sang two beautiful songs. Delmar and I have been working around the…
May is always a busy month, lots of things going on. Hope you all take time to enjoy the beautiful Dogwood trees as you drive up and down the roads. Norma Cross and Kenny Hunt came down last week to help put my livingroom back in order and mow some…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a great weekend and a safe one. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost loved ones.…
When I got back from my fitness exercise, Monday, I had three phone messages waiting wishing me a happy birthday. Then I opened my e-mails there was another. That is a great way to begin another year. I called to see how Jewell Johnson is doing. Lowell says that she…
5-6-13. Oh what a beautiful morning….Oh what a beautiful day! Green, green grass everywhere and green in the trees. I’ve got four bright red tulips out there and they especially show up pretty with the bright green grass all around them. And there’s the yellow dandelions and little purple violets…
Praise the Lord, he has seen fit to send us some much needed rain. Just in time to give us a gloriously green Mother’s Day weekend. We are planning on a wonderful Mother’s Day this coming Sunday morning and hope you will come and join us in thankfulness for the…
Howdy. Well the building on Travis and Mikyla’s house is coming along pretty good now. Chad said he sure is happy to have “Plum Bob Dave” helping him (David Richardson) to all of you that didn’t know who that was. David is on vacation and he is spending it down…
Church began with singing, many prayer requests and a praise report, Sunday morning. We were blessed to have several of Sister Lisa’s family with us, who would later be helping her celebrate her birthday. The congregation sang Happy Birthday to Sister Lisa. Brother Ric preached a very good message, taken…
Scarse news this week. I missed church and I missed club so I haven’t been anywhere or heard anything. Oh well, the weather is always a topic to write about and what about this weather?? We got to watch it snow a few times here in Wasola, but no accumulations,…
Monday morning drags at our house. Our get up and go has left. We took a morning nap and felt better. Monday evening we visited with Gordon and Russ Jones. We told a few tales and left. Nothing like a good hunting or fishing story to share with friends. David…
Hello from our home to your home, Carol Carson came on Tuesday afternoon to have our Bible Study at 3:15, but many ladies were getting a manicure with Whitney Pollard from Three Rivers Hospice, so our starting time was delayed a while and then when we got started it was…
Our morning service opened with Bro. Dale greeting all with a good morning. We had prayer requests with prayer by Sister Ulla. We sang for Jesus. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We gave our gifts for Sunday school and Bro. Gregg blessed them with…
After opening prayer and singing for our morning service, in our Sunday school class we studied about relying on our living hope in Jesus. Always remember that our troubles in this world are nothing compared to the eternal life we have in Jesus. Remember next Sunday, May 12 is Mother’s…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Flourishing Faith, II Peter 1:3-9 and 19-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Raymond Haden sang a…
It has been a busy time on Dogwood Hill. Randy got his cattle “worked” and the horses brought to the barn, so the new grass won’t create founder problems. He worked on two trucks, a tractor, and other things. However, he managed to come for supper three times. Randy got…
My sympathy to the Don Rackley family. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. She talked with Danny while she was here on the phone. She went with Macee Breeding and her kindergarten class to Springfield on Tuesday to the Discovery Center. I watched George Jones funeral on tv Thursday. Donna…
Wednesday evening was attended by John W. John is not very long with his sermons yet, but God is blessing him richly. We all enjoy him very much. Sunday morning service was in Phil. 3:12-16. The jest of the verses to me were, ” I press toward the mark for…
In Champion, as in the rest of the country, Mother’s Day is an opportunity for children to express their love and appreciation to their special Mothers. They make cards and draw pictures, and glue macaroni on to various things that then get painted. Mothers hold on to these precious mementoes…
May 1 – Wednesday evening service at Caney began with singing. Bro. Jeff Shipley began by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Sis. Lila Roberts led in prayer. Jeff read Acts 9:10-16, 13:4-5, 16-17, 42-44, 22:28-29 and 24:24-27. The Lord leads in ways we don’t understand and don’t expect usually…
5-5-13. Good morning everyone. After a return of winter for awhile the sunshine is a welcomed presence this morning. One of my questions for next week will be where is the verse that talks of change of seasons in the latter days. I don’t think anyone that studies the Bible…
“Blessed by the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the ressurection of Jesus Christ from the dead,” I Peter 1:3. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Lametations 3:19-24…
When you look at Joe Banks, you might think that you are looking at a fellow who has never been far away from the hills, but a few weeks ago his wife, Pat Banks, brought a copy of the Hornet Apollo Eleven Recovery Cruisebook to church. Joe was aboard the…
Debbie Cederlind came down Thursday evening and stayed all night with her mother Bonnie Phipps and took her to the doctor on Friday and when she brought her back home Debbie went home. Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down Saturday so Debbie could attend her 40th Class Reunion and they…
We didn’t get much snow in the latest snowstorm, but it did snow off and on for those few days. I saw a news clip on TV that showed somebody’s hummingbird feeder covered in snow with the hummers zipping around in the falling snow, feeding as usual. It didn’t seem…
“That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness,” II Thessalonians. Sympathy to Mary Hathcock family. Last Monday after Gary saw the doctor we went and visited his mother, Maxine Turner and his sister, Vicki Goodman. Last week Gary and I visited Vic…
Sunday, April 28 was the fourth Sunday after Easter and Bishop Hartley noted that we are at the end of the Easter season. He based his sermon on the gospel for the day, John 16:5; “Jesus said to his disciples, now I go my way to him that sent me…
The morning service was opened with some very uplifting instrumentals and songs. We then had some gospel hymns, followed by prayer requests and prayer also praises. Sister Tillie Fowler sang a beautiful song and did a beautiful job of singing it. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Thess. 4:13-18,…
Monday, 4-29-13, what a beautiful day here in Peckerwood Hollar, the Redbud and Dogwoods will soon be in full bloom. Norma Cross, Kenny Hunt and Seth helped removed the stuff from my living room and Jeff laid the carpet Saturday morning. They came back down and brought it all back…
Sunday, April 28, turned out to be a pretty day. Congregation sang which seemed appropriate. Last Sunday, we had over 104 in attendance. The church had a fishing day on Saturday at the Pay Pond north of Hartville. The fish caught was the dinner last Sunday with all the fixins.…
A good Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost a loved one. May…
Well, here it is a beautiful calm, warm, sunny day on the last day of April and I can’t go outside and work in my garden. I’ve been ill with a bad case of Bronchitis and a little Pneumonia thrown in for good measure for about two weeks now. I…
Brother Tom Johnson had comforted so many of us, visiting the sick in hospitals, in homes, and in the nursing homes. He had comforted us when our loved ones moved through the shadow of death, always pointing the way to Christ. He had expressed his confidence in the Lord so…
4-29-13. Another month about gone, but that’s how it goes. It would really be odd if time stood still, wouldn’t it? The roof still isn’t leaking and it’s a good thing because it’s supposed to rain every day this week except tomorrow (Tuesday). It’s still been flooding all around, but…
Well, you could really tell that it was Cherry Blossom time in Webster County as the weather was strange this past weekend. Always seems to rain during Cherry Blossom time. I want to begin by congratulating Savannah Shannon of Olga for placing in the first annual “Viola Weeks Memorial Fiddle…
The 148th session of the Missouri Association of General Baptists was held at Piland Youth Camp sanctuary this last weekend and we enjoyed a wonderful time in the Lord. Guest speakers were, Bob Yeager from Oakland City University, Jeff D. Marsh and Jeff Marsh. No you’re not seeing double and…
Howdy. I have been asked where the word “gleanings” came from, so I asked Ruth Bradshaw. She told me that in the Bible, in the book of Ruth, Ruth would go behind the reapers who picked corn out of the fields, and they were called gleanings (basically the leftovers). I…
Church was opened up with prayer then Dan led the congregation with songs. The children took up the Penny March. Sunday school class was opened up with Bro. Darrel. He taught a very good Sunday school lesson from Luke. Specials were done by the children with Sis. Caylon Graham. She…
Several were away this past Sunday and church attendance was small, however, the Lord is here no matter how many gather in His name. We received another good rain, creeks are running and ponds are full, which is great news beginning the summer. Visitors with Tom and Jewell Elliott have…
Another week of news from Little Creek! Where does all the time go? The days have gone by one by one for 84 years and five days of my life and it seems only yesterday was the spring of my life and now it is winter, just as another spring…
Most folks around here are water logged. It has done some damage, I guess you can’t have your cake and eat it to. It sure helps that we were so dry last year. Loy Lakey has been visiting Ralph and Melissa Hutchinson. Also April the lady they bought their farm…
Hello from our home to your home. This month has simply flown by with snow storm and 80 degree weather, but Spring is definitely here. Our shrubs are beautiful with new growth and some are blooming. I rolled out into the shade of the trees and it really took some…
We had a wonderful weekend in the Lord. Our quarterly meeting was Friday night with a good turnout. We had good singing and good preaching and lots of food and fellowship. Saturday night was our monthly singing and we had a good attendance. Several churches were represented. We had a…
What a beautiful spring day this Monday is. Old man winter seems to be reluctant to give up this year. Sounds like it will be cold again in a few days. I spent the past week in Moberly, they have had lots of rain and a lot of snow, the…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was Victorious Saints, I Peter 1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
Well it’s Sunday afternoon and that sun sure feels good. I’m looking forward to these warm days the weatherman has forecasted for us. Darrel and Audean came by for a short visit Saturday afternoon. I think they were just out for a drive to get out of the house. I’m…
It was incredible and beautiful Monday that we’ve all been waiting for. It was a warm, sunny day. We spent the day in Springfield most of the day and will be again early tomorrow for an appointment. It is suppose to be rainy and cold again towards the end of…
What an absolutely gorgeous day today was. This is the weather we think of as spring weather. I hope you remembered to thank God for giving us such blessings as this. My weather man is telling me that the forecast is going to change by this weekend. I guess we…
My goodness, another week gone by! Have you had enough rain yet? Those planning on putting out gardens are probably frustrated. Grandson Nick suggested I should plant something such as tomatoes but as I’ve said before, the Rock of Gibraltar doesn’t have anything over this rocky ridge of Dogwood Hill. …
My sympathy to all the bereaved. Donna Dodson came by on Monday, Quin Breeding and Reece and Megan Goforth were sick this week. Donna took Quin to the doctor on Tuesday. Reece and Megan went to the doctor on Friday. Quin and Macee went to the dentist on Friday. Chase…
Sunday morning, April 28, God has blessed us with a beautiful day. Special requests for prayer were: Ronnie Norman, Donna and family, Colleen and Alberto. The small kids had a song for us after Sunday school. We always enjoy the young ones, they are God’s future church. The pastor’s message…
The bright beautiful days in Champion speak for themselves. They are the halcyon days that are the ideal ones that people will remember. Halcyon means untroubled and peaceful. The definition provided here is for the benefit of a great Champion friend who called last week looking for a definition to…
April 28 – Caney came together singing this beautiful Sunday. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to Sunday school. He took prayer requests and praise reports. We have so much to be in prayer for. Sis. Elsie Combs led in prayer. Jack read Titus 3:1-7 for our devotion. After a very…
Opening prayer was by Lee Hampton. Our lesson was from II Corinthians, chapter 6. Joe read Psalm 129 for opening Sunday school. Our lesson was how we must work together in working for the Lord toward the saving of souls. We discussed the lesson verse by verse in II Corinthians,…
The weather is so topsy-turvy I wondered if I would see a hummingbird before June, but of course they know when to come back and don’t pay attention to my calendar. I wonder if any of you are seeing hummingbirds yet. I finally saw one Monday morning and had to…
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness’ and all these things shall be added unto you,” Matthew 6:33. Everyone of us is looking for something to satisfy us. The only way to fill that void is with Jesus. God loves us, Jesus died to save us,…
Sunday was “Go Blue” Child Abuse Awareness at Bethany Baptist Church. Most people wore blue just as a reminder that we are stewards of God’s precious children. Darlene Sorensen handed each person a small dark blue ribbon to wear on their lapels and shoulders in support of the effort to…
On Friday evening Bob and Linda visited at the home of Kevan and Karen Davis. Several family members were there to visit Justyn, Tiffany, Tyler and Rylee of Lubbock, Texas. They enjoyed a fish fry and lots of visiting. Justyn and Tiffany and children returned home on Sunday. Saturday afternoon,…
Last Weeks News – A true saying is “the darker the berry, the healthier the fruit.” Purple fruit such as blueberries and blackberries and vegetables such as eggplant and purple cauliflower are packed with anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant, and other substances that may help fight heart disease, diabetes, and…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she didn’t have any news and she didn’t make it to church. Tara brought Jett over last Monday and Thursday, Kendra came up for a while and I went in and paid a bill, Kristie came by that evening. Last Tuesday…
We had chilly temperatures Saturday. Grass is really growing now, and lawn mowing will keep us busy. Congratualtions to newlyweds Paul and Ernestine Guiley, who were married Saturday, April 13th, at the Gaddy home. Gainesville Eastern Star Chapter met this Monday evening, April 22nd. Redbud trees are in full bloom…
Sunday, April 21 was the third Sunday after Easter. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. John 16:16, ” a little while and ye shall not see me and again a little while and ye shall see me…” In this passage Jesus prepares his disciples…
Sunday morning was not a normal day for Delmar and me. It was a day of being thankful for being alive and serving a living God who is forever faithful to His own. We had a very harrowing experience on Thursday morning, which included being rescued from the flood. We…
Prayer requests were given with so much to pray for. We read our devotional from Psalm 38. Happy birthday was sung to Stan Humbyrd and Happy Anniversary was sung to Daniel and Lindsey Boyd. Josh Dalton prayed the offertory prayer as he and Stan Humbyrd received our Lord’s tithes and…
The big story is about the rain we received last week. Our house was sitting on an island. The branches on either side were running over. It took three hours after the rain stopped to get out and see what damage it had done to our road, 436, the Rome…
A good rainy Tuesday morning to all our friends, neighbors and readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe week with all the rain. Some people had a lot of damage and lost animals due to the flooding. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in…
4-22-13. Dear readers: Well we finally got a couple of days without rain, but it’s supposed to start again this afternoon. As usual, we’re going to Tipton this morning before it starts. Seems like we always go on Mondays and Thursdays. We went last Thursday because I had an appointment…
Praise the Lord for the rain he has sent our way and the beautiful sunny weekend in which to worship him. We missed many of you this last Sunday at our morning worship service the message was, “For The Profit Of Many,” if you were present we hope “You” are…
Howdy. We sure had a gully-washer Wednesday and Thursday. There were car run-offs, people had to be rescued, homes had to have their basements pumped out because they were full of water. But aren’t we glad in this area that there weren’t any deaths? We need to always look on…
Church was opened up in prayer then Dan led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We were then dismissed to Sunday school class. Dan taught the adult Sunday school class as Bro. Darrel was sick. Specials were sung by children and led by Sis.…
Church began with singing and as always, so many prayer requests for our community, and our nation, after the tragic things, which have happened in the last few days. Our church and community were very saddened at the loss of our longtime member and dear friend, Mary Ann Hathcock. Our…
This has been a beautiful Lord’s Day. Most all were in church today. Our lesson was over before I knew it. I really appreciate our lesson hour. Danny answers all questions and then discussion. All of us appreciate our teacher and we probably do not tell him often. Burr’s message…
What a Spring it has been….it’s cold, it’s warm and it’s hard to get the garden planted. Early Easter must mean late Spring the way it is this year. Turkeys don’t cooperate very good. Mushroom season is a bummer this year too. James and I had a good Sunday. Gracie…
Our morning service began with a good morning to all from Bro. Dale. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Carrie. We gathered our Sunday school gifts with Sister Peggy asking the blessing…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Living On Hope and to encourage those who put their faith in Jesus will again rise and be with Him. There will be a Fourth Sunday Singing at the Ava General Baptist Church Sunday, April…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Suffering Saints, I Peter 4:1-17 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison,…
Good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness we got a good rain didn’t we? All the roads were washed so bad. We said a special pryaer for Leon cause I’ll bet his phone got hot from all the calls he was getting. Anyway Ethan took me…
Hello from our mountain. We had a wonderful service this weekend. We started with a nice crowd for church and getting ribbons to wear in remembrance of child abuse month. Donald preached about what part of your body was the most important. Now I am sure everyone has their own…
We have had a couple of glorious days. Sunday on my way home on Hwy 14 there were no vehicles behind me so I lollygagged and took in the scenery. The Redbuds are so pretty, a true harbinger of spring. So many of the various Oak trees are now showing…
April 23, 2013. The very first thing we need to do is thank the Lord Jesus for his watchful care over Bevy’s mother and step-dad. Our God is faithful. The prayer requests voiced were for Norma, unspoken, the Nation’s leaders, Congress and Senate, Bevy’s Dad, Linda P.’s son, Don Freeman…
Spring! It is the very definition of tumultuousness. Things are roiling in the earth and in the sky. Soil is heaving and zygotes are cleaving in men and beasts. It is a fecund time of year. Some calendars designate April 22nd as Earth Day. It is certainly worth celebrating in…
April 17 – The Goodhope Pickers are coming soon to Caney Church, May 19 at 6 p.m. Bring a dish and or instrument and join in the fellowship. Come hear these fine men witness in song and testimony. You will be blessed. May 2 is the National Day of Prayer.…
4-21-13. We have again come to worship the Lord here in this place. Another beautiful day God has given us and we are ever so thankful for the rain that has got people’s ponds back up and even the lakes are back to their pre-drought levels. I don’t like the…
The Young Women N Christ attended the Youth Retreat that was held last weekend at Hammond Mill Camp. They came back telling about the games and the really generous amount of food that was offered as well as the messages that they heard. Pastor Bob Sorensen and his family attended…
We’ve had a busy week. Last Friday, Bob and Linda took me to Springfield for a doctor appointment, then Friday evening Barby and Andy Williams visited with us. Saturday at McDonald’s we visited with friends and Linda’s granddaughter, Jenna and friend, Megan. Saturday night Barb and Jack came over for…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps and she said she was doing just fine and that she got out and went to church this Sunday. Tara brought Jett over last Monday and James came by and Jett was asleep so he didn’t wake him up, that evening when Tara picked Jett…
It was a good day at church Sunday with a good-sized crowd. I had missed the last two Sundays and it was so good to be back. The first Sunday I was in Texas with Julie to see Scott and last Sunday I was at the hospital with Julie. Julie…
“By his neesings a light doth shine and his eyes are like the eyelids of the morning,” Job 41:18. Sympathy to the families of Elizabeth Stonerock and Junior Robertson. Last Wednesday Vic and Jean Plante visited with Gary and me. I visited last week with Ted and Linda Bischoff. Ted…
We are getting April showers along with all the pretty blooming shrubs. Forsythia’s have been extra colorful. Turkey season began April 15th, and goes through May 6th. Richard Blackburns’ have had company who turkey hunted. Larry and Tracye Miller from Memphis spent four days with his mom, Jerry Miller, over…
Sunday, April 14 was the second Sunday after Easter. As it is still Eastertide, or the Easter season, altar and vestment colors are white and gold and Easter lilies are on the altar. Bishop Glen Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, I Peter 2:19, on the…
Sunday morning service was opened with the band playing and singing hymns then congregational songs and prayer. I sang a special then Brother Roberts brought the message from John 3:1-8, “When Life Really Begins.” Sunday evening we had an Italian dinner at church. I made lasagna and several others made…
The White River Association will be held this Friday and Saturday at the campgrounds. Brad Siler, our Sunday school superintendent, began our service by us standing to read our devotional from John 15. Several praises were given and prayer requests were shared. Aaron Humbyrd prayed this prayer. Happy birthday was…
4-15-13. The grass is really growing, and so are the weeds. Kailey, my granddaughter, mowed part of my yard Saturday. After her, Kyle and I put more dirt and seed on Dick’s grave. Maybe since the ground is warmer, it will grow. Tony came up to fix the lawn mower…
The choir did a special. Bulletin Announcements: Children’s church today with both Helen Batten and Sandy Housley. We love all the kids attending now. The children did a special. Community Outreach Program at Wonder Pay Lake-April 20, Saturday, starting at 8 a.m. Church will pay for a free fishing day. …
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy weekend as the weather was great. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost loved…
I hope everyone was able to make the tax deadline in time. I heard some say that they had to make sure to get theirs in the mail yesterday before midnight. I don’t like to put that much pressure on myself. I never get our taxes in early, but I…
4-15-13 So look at this April is half over. More and more people are realizing how fast the time goes as you get older. I think it’s rained about every day this month and this is the time of year when it’s rainy and the mother coon is trying to…
The 148th, Annual Session of the Missouri Association of General Baptists will meet on Friday the 26th and Saturday the 27th, at Piland Youth Camp. You are all wecome to attend. Bro. Roy Simmons will bring the opening message on Friday evening and there will be a report given by…
Church opened with prayer. Dan led congregation in song. We had one little girl who was having a birthday. We wish her many more. The children took up the penny march. Then we were dismissed to Sunday school class. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke and…
Church began with singing, “Amazing Grace”, with devotion and prayer requests. We have so many that are out and many with serious illnesses to pray for. We appreciated having Brother Jerry and Donna Loveland in our morning service, and especially having Donna play the piano. Please come again. Brother Ric…
Hello to everyone from Little Creek on this beautiful sunshiny Friday morning. I just finished reading both local newsapapers, and was especially happy to read River Stillwood’s update item. We had just talked of her at club and all were concerned that she hadn’t contributed her excellent writings for quite…
The morning service opened with Sister Naomi greeting all with a good morning. We did our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and prayer was led by Sister Shirley. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Peggy leading in prayer.…
Opening prayer was by Doug Miller. Todays Sunday school lesson shows how God poured the Holy Spirit on the disciples and encourage believers in Jesus to proclaim the gospel. Happy Anniversary wishes goes out to Joie and Stacy Welker and Howard and Diane Graham. April 19th is our third Friday…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Submission Attitudes, I Peter 3:7-16 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Raymond Haden, Ferne…
I don’t know about the rest of you but here at Dogwood, we received quite the hail storm and are thankful that the hail was only pea size, followed by quite a bit of rain. My rain gauge isn’t out yet due to occasional freezing but, it seems it was…
My sympathy to the family of Pearl Stout. Melanie Breeding, Megan and Macee have all been sick this week. Donna didn’t feel good on Wednesday. Danny Bushong has been working in Kansas City. My sister Jaunita Kazenske in Illinois called me on Wednesday. Debra Reed of Kansas called me on…
God has blessed us again with a beautiful day. Did you take timeto thank Him for that blessing? Prayer requests were for Davis family, Tiffani’s uncle, Smokey, Linda P., Betty C., Bevy’s friend, Judy. God knows the need of each person mentioned. “Proclaiming Christianity.” Do you just go to church…
The weather may be unsettled this time of the year but Champions do not mind. They are busy getting things done so that when the weather is perfect they will have nothing to do but enjoy it. This productivity may not be so much the result of good planning as…
April 14 – Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone by taking prayer requests and praise reports. We have many concerns, so many in need of the Lord’s touch. Sis. Melba Austin led in prayer. Jack read John 15:1-7 for our devotion. Praise and Worship began with…
4-14-13. It is another beautiful day in the Lord. Flowers are blooming and everything is so green. The birds are singing their beauty and we are so every privileged to assemble here in the house of God. Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms 126. Sister Sue Thomas gave…
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour,” I Peter 5:8. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang He read John 15:1-7 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. We missed Sister Shirley Riley who…
The Young Women N Christ will load up in the church van immediately after school, Friday, to be taken to the Hammond Mill Campgrounds for a weekend Youth Retreat. Darlene Sorensen will be driving and staying with them for this event. It is an opportunity for our young people to…
Bob, Linda and I attended church services Sunday morning. Afternoon visitors of us were Carol, Robert, Blake, Billie, Gail, Jake, Jackie and Dusti. Jackie and Dusti spent Sunday night with Bob and Linda and Jackie hunted on Monday and returned home to Lebanon on Monday afternoon. Bob Miller came on…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, April 22—Chicken Alfredo sauce over noodles, spinach, carrots, fruit. Tuesday, April 23—Cook’s Choice. Wednesday, April 24—Meatloaf, baked potato, corn, roll, sherbet. Thursday, April 25—Sweet and sour pork, egg roll, Oriental vegetables, fruit. Friday, April 26—Ham and beans, cornbread, spinach, potatoes, fruit. We say…
I didn’t get a hold of Bonnie this week. I receive .5 of an inch of rain in my gauge last Monday then by 9 p.m. Wednesday I had one inch and the rest of the time it didn’t show any in my rain gauge. Tara and Jett came over…
I got twenty-five strawberry plants set out over the weekend. As usual I had put the cart before the horse and ordered the plants before I had anywhere prepared to plant them. I rounded up several old tin washtubs that I have used for flower planters and got some good…
Though is usually takes April showers to bring May flowers, there are many spring flowers already in bloom and certainly is a good sign spring is here. With warmer temperatures the red wasps came out of their hiding places around here, so I have killed several. They had large “nests”…
Sunday, April 7th was the first Sunday after Easter. In the Anglican tradition Easter is not just one Sunday, but Eastertide, or season of several Sundays to stress the significance of the time for the church. Bishop Glen Hartley based his sermon on the epistle for the day, Ist St.…
Sunday morning service opened with prayer and the Praise Team leading us in some awesome songs. Brother Dave Lafferty did a beautiful song for the special. Brother Roberts brought the message from Ephesians 5:21-25, “Children Will Pay the Price.” Sunday evening, we had the Gideon speaker, Brother Ted Kane, who…
Last Weeks News – Our God is great and mighty and we give Him the praise and glory for a good week in revival, good attendance, great spirit and great preaching by Brother Randy Dalton. Our church truly was strengthened and encouraged. Many now have a closer walk and some…
It is kinda gloomy down here in the holler this morning, but I think spring is here. Tim Jenkins’ mother, Margie, and sister, Debbie, came up from Poplar Bluff Monday to take Tim out for lunch to help him celebrate his birthday. I can always remember he was born on…
A good morning to our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend as the weather was nice for a cookout or a picnic. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to…
Hello everyone. The Church service at Red Bank began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. A warm welcome was provided by Jerry Huff. Special music was presented by Eloise Hallmark. Brother Les preached the morning sermon on, “The Law Shows us Our Sin.” (Romans 3; 23-24) For all have sinned,…
4-1-13. So here it is April’s Fools Day. I hope everyone had a good Easter. I did. I stayed home, got caught up on some laundry, watched some golf and relaxed. We got a “Happy Easter, love ya” from Walt’s son, Randy Allison. He lives in Minnesota, but drives a…
There was such a great Easter parade and activities in Fordland. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves and this has become a treasured event for this community. We appreciate Pam and Virgil Keeton for all of their hard work and to the many area businesses that contributed as well. I am…
If you didn’t have a wonderful day this past Sunday you certainly missed a good chance. The Good Lord blessed us with a fabulous sunny day with the perfect breeze to keep us comfortable and enough fluffly clouds to decorate an azure sky, it just doesn’t get any better than…
Another wonderful day for worship Sunday, with several prayer requests and praise reports,also. We appreciated our visitor. We miss those who were absent. Brother Ric read 1Corinthians 15:1-19, for his message entitled, “What if there was no resurrection?” He also spoke on some of the problems that churches are facing…
Last Weeks News- I almost forgot to write my news until my sister Jean called just now with hers. She and Jim had company for dinner after church namely Danny and Jamie Dry and their son, Benji and Dana, Rusty Frye and Ruth and Burr Taber. After dinner guests were…
Hello from our home to your home. It is such a lovely day, absolutely perfect with a slight breeze. I just returned from a journey outside. I managed to visit the fish pond and spend a while under the shade of one of our Bradford pear trees with the breeze…
Our morning service was opened by Bro. Dale with a good morning to all. We said the pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus and prayer requests were made. There were many. Prayer was led by Sister Juanita. Sunday school began with our leader Bro.…
Doug Miller opened our service with prayer, after singing, our Sunday school lesson was on when God gives us promises He keeps His word. Jesus promised His resurrection, peace, understanding and a renewed power to the disciples. Our special song was by Ramona Henning. Bro. Huskey brought our morning message…
Church started Sunday morning with singing songs. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was Growing To Christian Maturity, I Peter 2:11-17 and 21-23 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well this has been a wonderful day. I really did enjoy the warmth. We had good service at Frye Church. Bro. Jeff said he was going to preach at Girdner Church tonight. The kids here took their boats and went to the lake. They brought home some fish and then…
As normal, I am a week behind. We had a great Easter weekend. We started out with breakfast at church. We fixed the works: sausage, biscuits and gravy, eggs and pancakes. We had a kitchen full of hungry people. Someone even made some cinnamon rolls, which I enjoyed. After we…
In the twilight hours just before sleep when my prayers drift in and out, I come with such good ideas for this column and such good plans for spring cleaning the next day, etc. Then, next day when I wake up all these brilliant ideas have disappeared like a puff…
Gene Pool visited me Thursday. Donna Dodson and I went to Springfield Friday to shop and have lunch. Donna came by on Monday to mail a letter for me and was here also on Tuesday. Quin Breeding spent Friday night with Hunter Hall. Reece Goforth visited Melanie Nelson and family…
This is the day, the Lord has made, let us rejoice in it. I think Spring has arrived, it sure was a beautiful day. Thank you God. Prayer requests were many: Frank Gary Honeycutt, Tom Brown family and unspoken. Bevy was ill, we pray she recovers very soon along with…
The second week in April seems to have a theme running through it over the years. Last year this article began: “April 9, 2012–In Champion the gardener waits for the harvest and has patience for it and like James said, he is patient while waiting for the early and later…
April 3 – This writer has not been here on Wednesday very much due to weather and family sickness, maybe things will be better now. Services at Caney began with singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth took charge of the service taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jim Lafferty led in…
4-7-13. Spring is finally here I believe and God’s beauty is all around us this morning. Sunshine is here and birds are singing. At night the frogs sing us a lullaby. How I love this time of year. Our Sunday School lesson began with the reading of Psalms 93. Opening…
“And it came to pass, while He blessed them, He was parted from them, and carried up into Heaven,” Luke 24:51. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read I Corinthians 15:1-8 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. We sang Happy Birthday to Macee Breeding.…
Bethany Baptist Church was pleased to have guests come in Sunday morning. Guests are always welcome to all the services and activities at the church. There will be a Ladies’ Bible Study, Thursday morning at 8:30 to 10:00. They are studying the Leviticus instructions on the different offerings and how…
We’re sure enjoying the nice weather and watching the grass and flowers growing and tree budding out. I hung the hummingbird feeder out. It may be a little early but it won’t be too much longer before they come. My rhubarb is growing and parts of the yard needs mowed.…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, April 15—Chicken wings, coleslaw, cottage cheese, cookie. Tuesday, April 16—Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, hominy, fruit. Wednesday, April 17—Frito pie, baked potato bar, corn, jell-o. Thursday, April 18—Stuffed peppers, green beans, roll, ice cream. Friday, April 19—BBQ sandwich, savory potatoes, salad, fruit.…
Tara brought Jett over last Monday and that evening when Tara picked Jett up I went over to the Lodge Hall for our O.E.S. Friendship Night, since it was April Fool’s Day for our refreshments we had breakfast for our supper meal and was it ever good. Last Tuesday I…
“But thou, O Lord, shalt endure forever and thy remebrance unto all generations,” Psalms 102:12. Ronald Potter stopped by Friday night to visit and said his brother Leon had a stroke and had been in the hospital a few days. Paula Bentley spent Thursday night in the hospital in Springfield…
In Missouri if we want a change in weather, just wait unitl tomorrow as we usually have a variety of temperatures. Best wishes to Hilda Carter as she had a 7 hour surgery in Columbia Hospital and is presently in West Plains for recuperative therapy and has our prayers. Roger…
Sunday, March 31 was Easter Sunday. After the solemn season of Lent with its somber colors and rituals the altar was beautifully appointed with masses of Easter lilies and other white flowers and altar and vestment colors are white and gold and the white and gold paschal candle it lit.…
Easter Sunday morning service was opened with the band playing and singing hymns. Prayer requests and prayer was offered. Brother Roberts welcomed a full house to Walnut Grove Church. Brother Roberts brought the message from Revelations 1:18, “Death Could Not Hold Him In The Grave.” Spending Easter weekend with Jerry…
The sun is beautiful here this morning, but it is pretty cool. Kenny Hunt was in Cox Hospital a few days last week. He had blood clots and high blood sugar. He was released Wednesday evening. His mother, Norma Cross, picked him up. He will be staying with her a…
March 31, Easter Sunday-we had over 40 attend Easter breakfast, and over 98 attend church services. Shelby Moore said this was a “Good Crowd” today. The choir did a special. The Children, Jamie Guilliam and Stanley and Glenda Jones did specials. Birthdays: Roy Dennis, Loretta Ellis, Katie Sellars, and Phyllis…
A good morning to all our readers. We hope you all had a good and safe weekend. And a great Easter with friends, family and neighbors. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost…
I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter holiday. It was one of the most beautiful Easter Days that I can remember enjoying. Usually, it is quite cold and blustery. Yesterday was the first day of April. Also commonly known as April Fools Day. The closest I came to falling for…
Norma Stillings has kept up her visits to the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center. She noticed her neighbor, Tom Johnson, looking stronger. His goal is to go home soon and it looks like he will do it. There have been visitors at the Johnson home and at the Healthcare…
3-27-13 Dear readers: We’re gonna try to get out this morning while the ground is frozen and go to Tipton and try to get back before it thaws. What a mess! It’s all the way up to 31 degrees right now so it’s climbing. It was twenty-eight degrees just a…
We trust that you had a beautiful celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ this past Sunday and hope you have plans to be in His service throughout the year as well. Our message next Sunday, April 7th is scheduled to be, “The Charge.” No that is not…
Howdy. Ruth Bradshaw gave a birthday surprise party Sunday evening for her caregiver, Gale Robertson. There were a lot of people there. She received a dozen pink roses and several gifts. Cake and ice cream was served. Laurel Hall and June Swanson wanted to do something special for their friend,…
We had good services Easter Sunday. We opened up in prayer then the congregation was led in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We are really proud of our young people. Birthday offering was given by Rachael Garner and Bro. Graham’s grandson. They both are five years…
It was a very rainy morning on the outside, however, the inside was warm and a wonderful day for Easter Resurrection Sunday. We appreciate all who came out to hear a hopeful message about the Risen Savior. We had several prayer requests to begin our service, please remember each of…
April showers bring May flowers and mushrooms. Mercy where is the warm weather. Most everyone is afraid we will go from a cold, wet spring to another drought. Wednesday James and I attended the retirement party for Deb (Hodges) Hall at Delmina Woods. She worked 23 years there. She is…
We had a wonderful spiritual Easter Sunrise Service. Attendance was good. Bro. Ray Dobbs brought the message from the Lord. He kept us on the edge of our seats through it all. We thank Bro. Ray, his wife and their daughter for coming to join us in this day of…
Monday, April 1st. Mark and Debbie Herron and their four daughters, Sensi, Gracie, Gena and Gabby and their daughters of Plattsmouth, Nebraska recently spent a week visiting Don and Kathy Haney. Debbie is the Haney’s daughter. On their return trip home they toured Fantastic Caverns and also a cheese factory…
Easter Sunday we started our early morning with a Sunrise service at 7 a.m. Bro. Rodney Brown was our guest speaker with text from Luke, chapter 24. Jesus is our risen Savior and because He lives we have hope today and eternal life and can go to him directly with…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Hope Of The World, I Peter 1:3-7 and 18-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well I sure hope everyone had a good Easter Sunday. The Lord blessed us with a beautiful day. We had good services at Frye Church. Bro. Jeff had a really good sermon. Then after services we had dinner and fellowship. Always lots of good food. We enjoyed Bro. Gaither’s song…
What a busy, blessed, holy week, as well as a sad one for me. A truly good friend passed away, a trip to the doctor was encouraging, a trip to the dentist found a couple of tiny cavities to be addressed (do they ever stop showing up?), baking, various Holy…
Donna Dodson and I went to Springfield Monday. Reese, Quin and Macee were here Friday evening. Melanie and Keith Breeding went to Springfield, MO. John and Jo Stephens, Lisa Hensley went to Max and Kathy Stephens for Easter Sunday. Those here Easter Sunday in the afternoon to hide and hunt…
“This is the day the Lord has made, Let us rejoice in it.” What a wonderful Easter Sunday. Christ is Risen, death could not hold Him and because of this we can have eternal life, if we accept Him as our Savior. The Pastor’s sermon started in John 19:25. Because…
Easter seemed early this year, but some reading reveals that Easter Sunday can fall anywhere between March 22 and April 25, since it is set to correlate with Jewish Passover and that holiday is based on solar and lunar cycles. It was certainly a glorious day and the Champion Easter…
March 20 – Caney Church came together Wednesday to praise the Lord and read and study God’s word. Service began with singing then Bro. Jeff Shipley took prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jim Laffety led us in prayer. Jeff read I John 1:5-10 and I Timothy 4:1-16. John…
Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms 14. Opening prayer was given by Bro. Ronnie Thomas. Our Sunday school lesson came from 2nd Corinthians the first chapter. The 3rd verse begins with blessing God, the Father of Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.…
“And they enetred in, and found not the body of the Lord Jesus,” Luke 23:3. We serve a risen Savior. What a wonderful God we serve and a wonderful Savior that died for us. We are so blessed. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read the…
The folks at Bethany Baptist Church were pleased to have visitors, Sunday morning, and even more visitors Sunday evening for the Fellowship Supper and the presentation of the Easter Cantata. Some of the visitors had come from the Gainesville area, some from Mansfield and one whose home is in Alaska.…
Our activities around the Center this week include: Monday—Jam session 6-9, Extension exercise class 10-11. Tuesday—OATS bus to Ozark, DCCA Board Meeting 12:30. Wednesday—OATS bus in and around Ava, Pinochle Tournament 12:30, Extension exercise class 10-11. Our pitch tournament on Tuesday, April 2 had these individuals as winners: Janell Mische…
I talked with Wendee Freeman and she said Cecilia and Madison got together Saturday and fixed the Easter eggs for Sunday so you could call them the bunny rabbit. Sunday Easter dinner guests in the Bonnie Phipps’ home was Roy and Linda Sue Freeman, Cecilia Edwards, Michael and Wendee Freeman,…
“And go quickly and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead and behold, he goeth before you into Galilee, there shall ye see him, lo, I have told you,” Matthew 28:7. Happy Easter weekend. Sympathy to my son-in-law, Paul Johnson. His grandma passed away Sunday in California.…
Sunday, March 24th was Palm Sunday, the Sunday next before Easter, celebrated in commemoration of Christ’s triumphal entry into Jersusalem. Bishop Hartley noted in his sermon that this day is a special day in liturgical churches and was first observed in Jerusalem in the fourth century. In liturgical worship an…
Sunday morning service was opened with prayer requests and prayer then a short video. The Praise Team led us in some beautiful songs of praise. Brother Roberts brought the message from Luke 23:32-33, “Calvary.” The A team won the contest we were having at Walnut Grove, but the C team…
We read our devotional reading from 1 Corinthians 10 followed by prayer requests. As always, there is so much to pray about—our nation, leaders, service today, our weekly services each evening with Evangelist Randy Dalton and a baby arriving at the home of Brad and Patty Siler. Kim Humbyrd prayed…
Here in Peckerwood Hollar we got almost seven inches of snow Thursday evening. It could have been more if it had not of melted when it hit the ground the first few hours. It was a beautiful snow. The kids and I made a snowman. Norma Cross, Kenny Hunt and…
A good morning to our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and good weekend, even on the cold, rainy day on Sunday. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have…
Last Weeks News – Church service at Red Bank began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. A warm welcome to members and guest was provided by Jerry Huff. Brother Les announced that there will be Dinner on the Grounds at Red Bank on March 31, after the Easter service. We…
Let me begin this correspondence on a somber note from this community. We have all been saddened by the tragic loss of dear, Barbara Burks. She was such a fine lady and friend to so many. Seems just like the other day, we were visiting at the Christmas Eve service…
We hope you enjoyed the “snow day” last Sunday. Even with all the precipitation forecast for the weekend we only experienced light flurries and a little rain, certainly not enough to dampen our spirits (there’s a pun in there somewhere.) This week, Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. we will have…
Howdy. Well, I think Friday morning the peepers weren’t peeping and the gobblers were probably quiet as church mice. The good thing about it snowing in spring is that it doesn’t stay long. Prom turned out fun for all. Our Best Dressed Couple for the night was J.D. Chadwell, son…
We were glad to have our visitors Sunday morning, several from Brother Ric and Lisa’s family that were here for his mother’s funeral. We had many prayer requests, and especially the bereaved. Brother Ric read James 4:13-17, with the title, “Keep God In Your Plan.” We can make lots of…
What a Saturday! James married a couple at noon at Garrison Church. We came back home and went to his niece, Ashlee Rowland’s 16th birthday. Those attending were her grandmother, Kathy Lunday and grandad, Coleman Fugate, her aunt, Shawna, Jason, Cale and Jena Phillips, her great aunt, Christy Lakey, great…
Hello from our home to your home, it has been a busy week around our home getting ready for the annual Easter Egg Hunt for Ava Head Start and the Ava Elememtary Kindergarten classes. The Easter Bunny is scheduled to appear on March 27th at 11:00, we all look forward…
Bro. Gregg opened our morning service with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Sister Naomi led in prayer. We did our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We gave our gifts for Sunday school with a blessing by Bro. Gregg. Our…
After opening prayer and singing to start our morning service we were taught in our Sunday school lesson the privilege of serving others. Jesus was always teaching that to his disciples. Sometimes Jesus’ life situations often left them speechless. The church enjoyed some special songs by Al Jenkins and Phyllis…
Okay its official, spring is here. You can’t tell it by the weather, but love is in the air. We had a wedding shower at church last Saturday. Even with all the snow and cold wind, we still had a fairly good crowd out for church Sunday morning. We even…
Word came to me a few days ago that the College of the Ozarks at Branson will no longer take students with loans. This is a “working”, private Christian campus for which applicants must show a financial need. Some students may have federal or state aid or a scholarship. Apparently…
The family of Jo Engelhardt have my sympathy. Debra Reed of Kansas called Friday night. Donna Dodson, Quin and Macee Breeding, Jo Stephens, Gene and Rheba Pool and I went to Mountain Grove, Missouri Saturday to Jessica Lawson’s bridal shower. Ther was a big crowd there. This is the April…
I don’t care what anyone says, the ground hog did see his shadow. I am tired of this cold weather and the wind, but God is in control. Colleen took the many prayer requests to God. I am so happy God hears all those requests. One of the brothers in…
Fierce winds blew the clouds apart in the middle of the night long enough for the soon to be full moon to shine golden down into the face of the sleeping Champion. Being awakened in such a pleasant way made it easy to slip back into the comforting dreams of…
3-24-13. Sunday school began with the reading of Psalms 112. Opening prayer was given by Brother Danny Lee. Our Sunday school lesson was the last chapter of 1st Corinthians, chapter 16. Paul is giving the final greetings to the church of Corinth. He is assuring the church to accept those…
There is always some kind of activity being planned at Bethany Baptist Church. The Young Women N Christ are planning to take part in a Youth Retreat at Hammond Mill in April. The Ladies Bible study group will soon conclude a series of lessons on “Giving an Acceptable Sacrifice to…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, April 1—BBQ pork, soup, salad, cookie. Tuesday, April 2—Country fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, peas, fruit. Wednesday, April 3—Bone-in chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, roll, mixed vegetables, pudding. Thursday, April 4—Beans, cornbread, spinach, potatoes, fruit. Friday, April 5—Baked spaghetti, green beans, roll, cake.…
It was a very cold, wet and snowy morning for spring today, but was still a great day to worship God. There were just a few announcements before we got to the service that morning. The community Good Friday service will be at the Ava General Baptist Church at 7:00…
Bonnie Phipps said she was doing lots better. Tara brought Jett by last Monday and that evening I went to my O.E.S. meeting and after it was over I dropped my news off at the Herald Office before coming on home to get ready to go to Monica Reemes’ for…
“And He said unto them, ‘Take heed and beware of covetousness, for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he posesseth.” Luke 12:15 Sympathy to the Helen Gardner family. A couple of weekends ago, John Sears and daughters, Alexis and Caitlynn, from Indiana, visited with…
Happy spring to everyone this Wednesday, March 20th! Missouri Arbor Day is April 5th and a reminder we should take care of our trees. The Little Vine Fellowship members of the General Baptist Churches enjoyed meeting at Lilly Ridge, who hosted the meeting this past Saturday, March 16th. We missed…
Sunday, March 17th, was the fifth Sunday in Lent, commonly called “Passion Sunday.” Altar and vestment colors are violet and crosses are veiled in purple as a visual reminder and symbol of the seriousness of the Passiontide season. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the Epistle for the day, Hebrews…
Sunday service was opened with music by the band then some congregational hymns. Prayer requests and prayer followed. Sister Tillie Fowler sang a beautiful special. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Corinthians 3: 1-5, “Are You a World-Class Christian?” Sunday evening was movie night and we watched, “Little Red…
Brad Siler, our Sunday School Superintendent, began with us standing to read our devotional from Psalms 91. Prayer requests were shared and Doyle Humbyrd prayed this prayer followed by singing. Happy anniversary was sung to Stan and Kim Humbyrd, who are celebrating 30 years. We were dismissed to our classes…
3-18-13. Friday and Saturday gave us a preview of spring which is around the corner. I noticed the cows were out eating on the fresh, green grass that is seeking up through the ground. After Bible study on Tuesday morning at Goodhope Baptist Church Norma Cross and I went to…
Today, St. Patrick’s Day, we had a big crowd in church, especially young children. Today’s addition to the prayer list: Van and Sharon Renfrow, Carla and Erin Bates, Billie Marler, Sharon Marler, Terry Short, Jerry Lee, Kenny Northcutt, Becky Cottengim, Ernie Dobson, and Sue Durden. The choir did a special.…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors, and our readers. We hope everyone had a good weekend, although it was a wet one. A good day to be inside unless you were a duck. So much for my weather report. We send get well wishes to all the sick,…
Tom and Jewell Johnson have been facing some very serious health issues lately. Many people have prayed for them, hoping for a full and complete recovery. We were glad to hear that both of them were better. We learned that Tom had been moved into a hospital room. Jewell has…
3-12-13. Dear Readers: Does it seem like it should be this late in March? It’s true that time flies faster the older you get, when you want to savor every minute. Younger people will find out. But for most younger people, they’re so busy all the time, I think it…
This coming Sunday is Palm Sunday and in keeping with that very important event in Church and Christian history the message planned with be, “Christ’s Coming and Christ’s Coming.” No you are not seeing double that is really the title of next weeks message, unless the Spirit leads another direction,…
Howdy. Can’t wait for spring, which is the 20th of this month. Elms begin blooming, turkeys start to gobble and the spring peepers (frogs) start talking. The end of this month the ruby throated hummingbirds begin to arrive. Spring is the beginning of new life which also reminds me of…
Church opened up in prayer then Dan led the congregation in song. The children took up the Penny Church. Bro. Darrel brought a good lesson from Luke. Rayonna and Rachael sang a special and then Dan sang a special with the girls. Darrel and Helen also sang a special. Church…
Services began with prayer for those in need, the military, the unsaved, those with illnesses, nursing home patients, and the bereaved. We were sorry to hear of the death of pastor’s niece in Kansas City. Brother Ric used the title,”Satan In His Best Dressed Suit”, as his message Sunday morning. He…
Good Monday morning everybody. I’m ready for coffee. It looks cold and wet outside, but I think we got over an inch of welcome rainfall. I stayed home yesterday due to different health issues and since I missed church and also club Wednesday. I don’t have much news. Karen came…
March 7th was a good root crop day. We will see. We planted the spuds and put out our onion sets. Peas were planted in Feb. Early bird gets the worm and they usually get my peas. James cleaned the Martin boxes, so when the scouts come through they will…
Hello from our home to your home. Oh, my, the weather has been wonderful for a few days! It is as if Spring were already here. Today is Sunday and it is raining and that too is like spring. Saturday morning Mrs. Norma Stillings was here playing the piano and…
Some of us from Happy Home Church went to Skyline Full Gospel Church last Friday night for their monthly singing. Lots of good music, fellowship and food. Our morning service opened with a good morning to all from Bro Gregg. He prayed and we had the pledges to the flags…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Daniel’s vision of things that must come before the end and should be an encouragement to all Christians. Our special song this morning was by our quartet of Narvil Tetrick, Wendell Deo, Rod and Joie…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Way of Words and Wisdom, James 3:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Bro. Lyle Wright read…
I said last week that we would all start getting spring fever and today I talked to a lady that already has lettuce, radishes and onions planted. I do not have anything in the garden, but we do have our tomato plants started. Just think fresh tomatoes, what could be…
It has been a busy week. As mentioned last time, I met up with grandson Nick and his wife Sheila in Springfield after my medical appointment. Such a nice visit! We went to Hibachi Buffet for lunch and as usual, I ate too much. Good thing I had other places…
Donna Dodson came by on Monday. She took me to get bloodwork done on Thursday morning. Others here on Thursday were John and Jo Stephens, David Dodson and Michael Dodson. David and Mike fixed my sewer problem. John and Jo Stephens visited Sue Turley Thursdsay afternoon. Debra Reed of Kansas…
Wednesday evening service was by Bro. Alberto. He spoke about our duty to continue on with a new convert, don’t leave them alone in their new found faith. Show them the word, be a mentor unto them. The experience is new and unfamiliar, guide them. Sunday morning reading was by…
Sunday’s rain was just what Champions needed. One of the TV weather people said the neighborhood is in better shape this year going into the growing season than it was last year. Better is good. Champions are glad and optimistic by nature so, “Let it rain, let it pour. Let…
We came together at Caney, to praise the Lord and study His Word. Bro Jim Lafferty, welcomed all to service. Prayer requests were taken and Bro. Jeff Shipley led us in prayer. Jim read Isaiah 65:1-16 and made comments. Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone,…
Hello from Breedon Church. Our regular Sunday school leader, Joe Lafferty read the 75th Psalm. Danny Lee said the opening prayer. Our lesson was in the 15th chapter of Corinthians. The 52nd verse says, “In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump, the trumpet shall…
“Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of Man cometh,” Matthew 24:44. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalm 92:1-12 for the devotion then disimissed us to class. Brother Bobby Turley took up the tithes and…
On any given weekday, if you stop by Bethany Baptist Church you may find someone working. It might be some of the men working on the building or some of the ladies vacuuming the auditorium. Someone might be mopping in the fellowship room or sweeping the front porch. All this…
The menu down at the Center this week is: Monday, March 25—Chicken fried steak, potatoes and gravy, peas and carrots, roll, fruit. Tuesday, March 26—Meatloaf, baked potato, green beans, bread, pudding. Wednesday, March 27—Ham, sweet potatoes, peas and carrots, roll, pudding. Thursday, March 28—Fish, hush puppies, cheesy potatoes, ice cream. …
We had a packed sanctuary despite the cold rainy weather last Sunday. It was good to see everyone worshipping and singing songs of praise to our Lord. Bro. Oren reminded us of the many requests for prayers we need to keep in our minds this week. We know of several…
Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down Sunday to visit with her mother, Bonnie Phipps, and then went back home that night. After the last rain Sunday night I went out and poured out all the rain in my gauge and I had one inch total. Tara brought Jett over last…
One week closer to spring on the calendar. I have been cutting brush and piling and burning it when the wind quits blowing long enough. I waited and burned one pile during the rain we got on Sunday. I was afraid it wouldn’t burn in the rain but that particular…
Getting accustomed to the time change is taking some time on my part, but it is easier than setting an hour back when Nov. comes. When I hear what advantage it really brings, I might accept it more easily. We are having unsettled weather this early March. The robins are…
Sunday, March 10 was the fourth Sunday in Lent. This is also a Rose Sunday in which altar and vestment colors are rose, looking forward to the new life promised by Easter and in contrast to the usual somber colors of the Lenten season. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on…
We got a little over an inch of rain Saturday night and Sunday. It looks good to see the branches running and the ponds full. Big Beaver is rolling, too. Norma Cross and I visited Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare last week. We had lunch with Peggy Jenkins, Goldie Miller…
Today, March 10, we had Children’s Church. We have many new families attending bringing lots of children with them. We appreciate their dedication in attending and letting their children sing specials. Upcoming Events: Senior Retreat, contact Pat Moore. Easter Sunday, March 31, plan to come to Sunday School at 10…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and happy week. We had some rain, but not too bad. Some creeks got up, that I have heard of, but didn’t last very long. We send get well wishes to all the…
Well here we are, halfway through the month of March, we have turned our clocks ahead and the middle of next week is the first day of spring, this would be a perfect weekend for you to come and worship the Lord with us. We just started a series of…
We had good sevices Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer, then he lead congregational singing. The children took up the penny march. We are proud of our young people. Brother Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke and different scriptures. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Rachael Garner. Janice…
And the good rains came for which we felt abundantly blessed. We all had much to thank our Lord for and we did so in unison in church Sunday morning. Our class was very good with much discussion which always makes things more interesting. We started in Luke and studied…
Hello from our home to your home, the weather keeps amazing us with its turns- rotating from hot to cold over night. We played Pokenno Saturday afternoon. Anna asked me to call Pokenno. She and Danny wanted to play, so we had it announced over the inter-com and we had…
Bro. Gregg opened our morning service with a good morning to all. Bro. Gregg began with prayer. We had our pledges to the flags and to the bible. We sang a song for Jesus. We had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Bro. Gregg. We gave our Sunday school…
On this Monday, March 4th will try and write some news. Well we finally got some sunshine and a bit warmer temps. Chris Hartzell came Thursday and had supper with her grandma, Ann Collins. Tracy, Hannah and Devin Griffeth came after me Friday after school and spent until Sunday evening…
Church started Sunday morning by singing, then Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent, with prayer by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Lesson was The Manifestation of Our Faith. After a good lesson, we sang, with special by Fern Cooper, Philip Cotrone, Elsie Atchison, Lena Engram, Woodrow Coonce, and Sue Wright and family.…
John 3:16. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life”. 17, For God sent not his son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved. …
I know it’s been a while since I have written to everyone. I hope you are looking forward to spring as much as I am. God has blessed us with some good rain to help our gardens grow and I know the farmers will appreciate the moisture to help get…
We have some sad news to report from our Dogwood Community. On March 5th, Amy Garrison Nelson, age 39, the daughter of J.R. and Pam Garrison, passed away at her home in Springfield. None that I know of on the hill were aware of this or I’m sure many would…
Donna Dodson was here Monday. Jo Stephens and I went to the Community Center Monday evening to the music party. There was a big crowd and lots of singing. I especially enjoyed Wilma Fish yodeling. Jo visited with Kathy Coats. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Tuesday to say Johnnie…
Sunday, March 10, this is the day that the Lord has made, lut us rejoice and be glad. We started the morning service with Ephesians, 4:1-7, let us walk wortthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called. Prayer requests were many. God hears every request, and answers them in his…
The first day of the week was a good one to have started off with rain. Champions do not complain. The skies were full of lightning through Saturday night and wind whipped everything that would bend or blow away. The moisture was well received. In the ‘old days’ the creeks…
3-10-13. Joe read Psalms 47. Danny Lee said opening prayer Lesson 1 Corinthians Chapter 13, Charity and love. Paul is speaking of the different gifts and different deeds that we may do that is considered good but if we don’t have charity it is nothing. No good can come out…
Typical late winter weather here, freezing cold one day, beautiful spring-like weather the next. Daffodils and crocus blooming, then a little bit of sleet, snow and then maybe a thunderstorm. The good rains we have been getting have filled the creeks for now. Wind, wind, and more wind. Nice weather…
Jesus Christ the same yesterday, today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8 Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday School. He read from James for the devotion, then dismissed us to class. We sang Happy Biurthday to 6 year old, Preston Adams. Brother Bobby Turley took up the tithes and offerings. Bryse Dodson, Quin…
I had a very good 95th Birthday, on Saturday. Several family members joined me in Mtn. Grove to go out to eat. I received several birthday calls and cards. Saturday night I had more company and gifts. I think we’re all getting “spring fever”. Bob is fixing up my rod…
We had a rainy day today but we we should praise the Lord for it as we were needing it and He gives us our needs. We were blessed to have some of our worship team back with us this morning and we enjoyed their singing. This morning Sister Charlotte…
Bonnie Phipps saod she was staying in these cold and rainy days. Tara and Justin brought Jett by last Monday and Justin brought me some meat and was it ever good. James Blakey and Gary Shelton came by before they went to work, then later on, Evelyn Bryan came by…
“I find then a law that when I would do good, evil is present with me,” Romans 7:21. Sympathy to the families of Falecia Pfister and Carol Frye. A couple of weekends ago Dan and Sug Norviel from Hickory Ridge Arkansas visited with Eddie and Linda Sears. Last Sunday afternoon…
Signs of Spring are here, but the cold air tells us we are still in Winter time. As in the past more settled weather is never with us until after Easter time and Easter is March 31st. Happy Birthday to Arreaun Moody on March 6th, and Stephanie has a March…
Sunday, March 3 was the third Sunday in Lent. Bishop Hartley noted that we are halfway through Lent and should be re-evaluating our lives as Christians throughout the season. He based his sermon on the gospel for the day, St. Luke 11:14, in which Jesus proves his power over evil…
Sunday morning service opened with the band and prayer then congregational hymns. Venita Brummet sang a beautiful special. Brother Roberts brought the message from I Thess. 5:16, “Having Right Perspective.” Several were absent from church due to sickness but we had lots of visitors. Sunday evening there were congregational hymns…
Food Harvest items were collected for Heart of the Ozarks Food Harvest. We began by reading our devotional from Daniel 6. Many prayer requests were given. Happy birthday was sung to Rick Crum and happy anniversary to Judy Wilson. A thank you note was read from Buffy Strong. Stan Humbyrd…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and all our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals, and the nursing homes. Our sympathy to all who have lost loved ones. May God bless…
Hello from Red Bank. Church service at Red Bank began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. A hearty welcome to members and guest was given by Jerry Huff. Each member was encouraged to attend the monthly business meeting Wednesday, March 6at 7:00 pm. The youth’s CiA meeting will also take…
2-25-13. Things are about the same around here I guess. Mostly snow and cold. Today is sunny, but we’re supposed to get anothr snow storm. They’re not sure how much we’ll get yet, but we’re going to Tipton today just in case the biggest part of it does hit us.…
A special appreciation to Ed Fillmer, former reporter for KY3 for his sharing an old story that he did of Kindall Store and Corda Kindall with our family. Grandson, Nicholas posted it on facebook after Ed sent him the link to it on YouTube. I know that it touched many…
This Sunday was a really chilly Sabbath and we were few in number, even though we had some very welcome visitors, and a good time in the Lord. We received a good report from our mission outreaches to the Philippines and Honduras. Both were full of good news about new…
Howdy. We had a good rain Monday night. I believe it rained almost all night long. The kids got their wish. No school on Tuesday, with a little snow. We got a little over 2 1/2 inches. Wanda Helms has been moved from Columbia Hospital to the Mountain Grove nursing…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer.Then he led congregation in some songs. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. The children took up the Penny March. We are proud that we have a good number of young children who take up the Penny March.…
We began with singing, asked to pray for our many requests, and thanked Him for His blessings. Brother Ric read from Romans 5, as well as several others, to emphasize his point that charity is the greatest of all gifts. If we don’t have charity, or love, then we have…
Here we are back to changing our time again. I guess everything has changed so much just as well mess with the time. Sister Willene Adams funeral was at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home Thursday. February 24th at church a week before James preached he said I don’t usually do this but…
Hello from our home to your home, we have missed much of the snow that fell on north Missouri, but we have certainly felt the cold breeze blowing. Spring is just around the corner so we can anticipate a change in the foliage. I love to watch the foliage over…
Bro. Dale opened our morning service with a great good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Alice. We had the pledge to the flags and the Bible. Sister Sharron read a poem. We had a Bible verse out of…
Prayer by Doug Miller opened the morning service. Our Sunday school lesson was in the book of Daniel teaching us of a glorious reign ahead. Jesus will rule forever and ever. We can rejoice because our Lord is in control. We appreciate Bob Hammons and Wildwood coming to Gentry to…
Well good morning to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness I’ll be more than ready for warm weather. I just stay cold most all the time. We had good services at Frye Church yesterday morning. Bro. Jeff was preaching on faith. He did an awesome job. Bro. Tom Bentley…
Recently I was reminded of the Seven Deadly Sins. Proverbs says these are: wrath; greed; sloth; pride; lust; envy; and gluttony. Interesting is that some think pride is the sin of women and lust is the sin of men. Galatians 5:19-21 lists the following as sins: adultery; fornication; uncleanness; lasciviousness;…
My deepest sympathy to the Jesse (Jay) Croney family in Seymour. He was buried at Eaton Cemetery on Saturday. John and Jo Stephens went to the funeral. Donna Dodson was here on Monday. She has been sick with ear and sinus infection, but is better now. She and I went…
It may well be that the buzzards have regretted coming back so early. No sooner had they shown up than the weather decided to be winter after all. Now warm days are wafting over Champions again and the snow and ice of the previous week are all but forgotten. The…
March 3 – Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jim Lafferty led our hearts in prayer. Jack read Daniel 6:25-28 for our devotion. We had a good Sunday school lesson today. We combined our two adult classes.…
3-3-13. Sunday school opened with the reading of Psalms 67. Our lesson came from Ist Corinthians, chapter 12. This chapter addresses the gifts of the spirit. Paul is explaining to the brethren the different gifts that have been given to those that have them for God’s purpose. There are differences…
“Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded,” 2 Chronicles 15:7. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Daniel 6:25-28 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. The children are still studying The Ten Commandments and…
The ladies met Thursday morning for prayer and Bible study. They generally meet on the second and fourth Thursday mornings at 8:30. Jim and Ruby Corder, Joe and Pat Banks, Norma Stillings and Dan Stillings joined Bob and Darlene Sorensen and some of the Teens for some of the Sorensens’…
Our menu this week includes: Monday, March 11—Cashew chicken, egg roll, rice, Oriental vegetables, cookie. Tuesday, March 12—Hot ham and cheese sandwich, broccoli soup, cake. Wednesday, March 13—Roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, hot apples. Thursday, March 14—Frito pie, baked potato bar, corn, fruit crisp. Friday, March…
We were very happy to see Lisa back and to have her leading our worship singing again. Please pray for her continued healing and good health. We missed you Lisa! Bro. Oren read scripture from Acts 17:22-31. Paul was telling the men of Athens that God lives within each of…
We were blessed this morning to have our Pastor back from Men’s Encounter. He had a good report for us as four men from our church had rededicated their lives to Christ. We rejoiced in that. Our early service worship team was gone this morning and we missed them, but…
Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down Saturday to Bonnie Phipp’s and Wendee Freeman, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis came over to see them and then Sunday for Bonnie’s dinner guests were Ken, Debbie and Cecilia. Tara brought Jett by last Monday and then Tara and Lakota came and picked him up…
There is not a more lonesome sound than the wind howling around the side of the house. If you like wind, this is surely your kind of weather. I like a cool breeze on a warm day, but this far exceeds a breeze. It was quite a shock to walk…
Last Thursday, we welcomed David Williams and citizen Cheyenne Lafferty and her mother Dana as well as Judge Elizabeth Bock. Citizen Derek Lane was unable to attend and is scheduled to come in March. After some discussion, we decided to postpone our Benefit Volleyball Tournament that was scheduled for March…
Last Thursday’s meeting was canceled due to weather conditions. Glenda and Donna did get to attend Mid Winter Conference this past weekend in Springdale, Ark., but had to leave later than intended due to weather conditions. Several who usually come from Columbia, Jefferson City and other places north of here were…
The past weeks weather proved that winter isn’t being as mild as it first seemed to be, and we may have more of it through March. Easter is March 31st this year. It was nice when Saturday’s sunshine melted the ice. Dave and Karen Davis were shopping in Mountain Home…
Sunday, February 24 was the second Sunday in Lent. Altar and vestment colors are violet and during Lent morning prayer is replaced by The Litany or General Supplication for God’s mercy which is chanted by the priest and congregation. Bishop Hartley based his seromon on the Epistle for the day,…
Sunday morning service was led by the Praise Team, who did a very good job. Keelie Deal gave her testimony and sang a beautiful song. Brother Roberts started a series, “Faith Filled Christianity, Proverbs 18:21, Faith vs. Fear.” Sunday night was our 4th Sunday singing. We enjoyed several beautiful songs…
2-25-13. It looks like we will get some more rain today. We welcome it even if it does get muddy. What would we do without good neighbors? After John Webster hauled a couple loads of white rock on our driveway. Jim Braden came down came down and spread it out…
Many are now on the prayer list. Today’s requests: Pat Moore, Lola Dennis, Carla Bates, Kenny Northcut, Dean Postlewait, Gene Jarad family, and the Alex Alexander family. Praise item: the predicted ice storm missed us. The choir did a special as well as, Glenda and Stanley Jones. Sandy Housley taught…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope you all had a safe and happy weekend. The weather has been something else the past few days. School has been closed for some of the children. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones…
The Red Bank Church service began with hymns led by Gary Lirley. Jerry Huff gave the morning welcome. It was announced that Sister Willene Adams had passed on to Heaven. Her funeral will be held at the Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Thursday, Feb. 28, at 10:00 a.m. Internment will be at…
Gary Emrick visited with Tom and Jewell Johnson. It won’t be long until yard clean up and mowing will start again. Norma Stillings visited residents at the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Tuesday morning and stopped for a while at Ava Place that afternoon. Some of the residents from…
2-16-13. Dear Readers: Not much to write about as usual. We went to the Cities on Tuesday. Saw Frank D. Allison in Silvia, Illinois Wal-Mart. He seemed to be doing okay. Right now it’s cold, but no snow or anything, But we’re supposed to get snow and rain on Monday,…
Happy Birthday to my husband, Junior. He had a great birthday and was able to hear from all of the kids. Oldest daughter, Janice Morris spent sometime with him as did some of her family. On Sunday, after church at Elkland, we had a nice lunch with youngest daughter, Jeanette…
On March the third, this coming Sunday we will start the month by taking a comparative look at the contrast of the life of Christ to that of the Pharisees. Even though they were the “spiritual” leaders of the Jewish people, the most educated in scripture and acknowledged in “religious”…
Howdy. On Valentine’s Day Joe Wright was hospitalized. He had to have a stent put in, but he is doing much better now. Sorry to hear that Julie King passed away. She lived here when I was in school. Her daughter, Donna was in my class. David Dake just keeps…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened with prayer then he led the congregation in songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Bill Graham’s granddaughter gave a birthday offering. Prayer requests was given for Becky Cottengin and many more. Keep Becky in your prayer. Specials were sung by…
Church opened with singing a verse of Amazing Grace, Brother Martin reading the devotional, and our long list of prayer concerns. There are many who have lost loved ones, those in the hospital and nursing homes, and those with illnesses that are ongoing. We pray for the lost and the…
We have been blessed with a beautiful Sabbath and we must all agree that we are appreciative and that we have thanked the Giver of all good things. Our Lord is good. Our lesson today was about the crucifixion and the blood that was shed for us on the old…
Last Weeks News – My apologies to Hope Evans as it was her picture that was in the paper. When you get old your memory gets mixed. Hope was in the paper this week. Lots of times kids we know are in it and no names telling who they are…
Hello from our home to your home. We were anticipating the big ice storm that was forecasted and we got it in mostly sleet, but very dangerous. Some of our caregivers stayed here at the home overnight, but some stayed home the next day, so things were quiet around here. …
We had a wonderful singing Saturday night. We had a good crowd and everyone seemed to be in good voice. The presence of the Lord was with us. The fellowship which followed the singing was a blessing. Our morning service was opened by Bro. Gregg greeting all with a great…
Joie Welker opened our morning service with prayer. In our Sunday school class Paul was teaching us how to treat others with respect, have a good attitude, be watchful in what we say and let others see Jesus in us. Happy Birthday wishes for little Gracie Howard. Happy Anniversary wishes…
Hey everybody, whatchathink about this weather we’ve been having? I know of more than one person who slipped and fell on their “canister”. I took just one step onto my deck, holding onto the door frame, so I could turn on the water for my dogs. Thank heavens for the…
Last Weeks News – Donna Dodson was here on Monday. She and Diana Davis were here on Valentine’s Day. They both brought gifts. I also received a card from Debra Reed and family in Kansas. Quin Breeding, Macee Breeding and Megan Goforth all gave me some candy on Valentine’s Day.…
Sunday, February 24, 2013. Everyday we wake up with God, is a wonderful day. Pastor Gary read Matthew 14:14-21. He preached on Miracles. The secular world tries to explain away God’s miracles, but what a reward that God is even mindful of us. Verse 14 tells of his great compassion…
Champion is just the kind of place that makes a resident pleased to stay home. With the help of the telephone, one could be comfortable enough not to ever have to venture out. Then an old friend calls. What could be sweeter than that? Ruby Proctor called last Monday just…
February 24 – Caney began with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. We have many concerns and much to be thankful for. Bro. Jeff Shipley led us in prayer. Jack read I Corinthians 9:19-27 for our devotional. After Sunday school we sang…
2-24-13. We can thank God the ice came and went quickly. Good for the soul, but great to have it melt so cabin fever doesn’t set in so well. Bro. “Cub” (Joe) Lafferty began Sunday school with reading Psalms 98. Bro. Ronnie Thomas gave the opening prayer. Our Sunday school…
“And he said unto them, “Why are ye so fearful? How is it that ye have no faith?,” Mark 4:40. Pastor David used Mark 4:35-41 for God’s message Sunday morning. He reminded us that no matter what trials come our way Jesus is there with us just as he was…
Bethany Baptist folks were glad to see the sun shining and the snow melted off the parking lot, Sunday morning. We still do have some folks facing health issues but a cheerful spirit prevailed. The young people met for music practice at 9:15 AM, the men met for prayer at…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, March 4—Chicken and dumplings, peas and carrots, mixed fruit. Tuesday, March 5—Chicken fried steak, potatoes and gravy, corn, roll, fruit crisp. Wednesday, March 6—Bone-in chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, bread, strawberries and bananas. Thursday, March 7—Cheeseburger and fixins, savory potatoes, coleslaw, ice…
We had another beautiful Sunday to worship the Lord. Today was National Women’s Day and we had a special guest speaker from the district to speak for us, Sister Ronda Amer. Sister Barbara Strong led the first service and did a great job. We missed our Pastor and several men…
Bonnie Phipps said she didn’t make it to church Sunday. Tara brought Jett over last Monday. After she picked him up I got ready and went to my O.E.S. meeting. By that evening, I had two-tenths of an inch of rain in my gauge. Thursday I melted the sleet and…
I’m beginning to think the groundhog didn’t know beans about whether he saw his shadow or not. He might need glasses. It sure has been awfully wintry weather to be an early spring. Of course, I guess if it is even a few days before the calendar says it is…
Several members were able to make our monthly night meeting last Thursday at 6 p.m. to hear Suzanne Cooney’s presentation about child abuse awareness. Club members are willing to help this group by whatever means we can to ensure that child abuse stops. Glenda and Donna are looking forward to…
The chill of winter is with us this week as we go into the third week of February. Were having to put another log on the fire “so to speak.” Friends of Marsha and Dean Lyon were happy to see them come back to church Sunday. Everyone is wishing them…
Lent began on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13 with our traditional service beginning with the chanting of The Litany or General Supplication for God’s mercy followed by the Penitential Office for Ash Wednesday, then the imposition of ashes and communion. Sunday, Feb. 17 was the first Sunday in Lent. Altar and…
Sunday morning service was opened with the bluegrass band playing some good old hymns then congregational hymns followed by prayer requests and prayer. Brother Dave Lafferty brought another beautiful piano song. Brother Roberts brought the message from Ecclesiastes 3:11, “Eternity.” Sunday evening service was movie night. We were happy to…
Last Weeks News – We stood and read our devotional from Romans 8. Many prayer requests were shared. As always, there is so much to pray about—our nation, our leaders, our military, the sorrowful, the sinful and needy. LeaAnn Crum led us in this prayer time. Happy birthday was sung…
While shopping in town last week I saw people buying some garden seeds, after thinking about it, I realized it’s the middle of February and time to start thinking about flowers and veggies gardens. Norma Cross and I were in Springfield Friday to take my Dodge to Carwin Auto, to…
Bro. Rick Batten spoke on ways to show love to your mate in today’s message. He used passages from Proverbs 5: 18-20 and John 3: 16. Rick and Helen sang a special; and the choir sang. The Children sang a weekly special, also. Birthdays: Alex Alexander Feb. 19, David Housley…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a safe and happy weekend. The weather was nice to be out and about. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals and the nursing homes. May you be up…
The weather man says we are in for a major ice storm. It might be a good idea to store some extra water in case we have some electrical problems because of ice on trees and electric lines. It looks like we are in for some serious winter weather. Burrrr,…
2-11-13. Dear Readers: I’m sorry I’m this far behind in my writing. What a winter it’s been so far here on the farm stead. Nothing at all like it has been other places, or for that matter, not that bad for an Iowa winter, but it’s just where I live.…
We enjoyed a wonderful fellowship dinner this last Sunday, the food was great and the fellowship was grand. There was plenty of leftovers, for those of you that were not able to come and we missed you. This Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. the women’s prayer group will meet. All are…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then led the congregation in songs. The children took up the penny march. We were glad to have more children. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Rayonna and Rachael sang a special. Bro. Graham’s daughter sang a…
We appreciate everyone who was out on Sunday, I’m sure it was a good message. Please remember to pray for those who were mentioned. Our new bible study started last Sunday evening at 5:30, please come and join us. It will be the Easter story from Mark, and will continue…
Hello from our home to your home, we don’t know what to expect from the weather, one day it’s really nice, the next day it’s cold and damp. Just a bright reminder that Spring is just around the corner. Saturday morning Ms. Norma Stillings played the piano and Bro. Tom…
Some of us from Happy Home attended a singing at Skyline Full Gospel Church last Friday night. What a blessing it was. They have one every third Friday night of the month, so mark it on your calendar for March. Our morning service opened with Bro. Dale greeting everyone. We…
Our Sunday morning service was opened with prayer, after singing our Sunday school classes studied about how to learn to stop what is destructive and use what it constructive in our spiritual life. Our special song was by Dennis and Sandy Shumate. Sunday, February 24th we are having a dinner…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superitendent and prayer was given by Bro. Jack Cotrone. Sunday school lesson was A Hymn of Grateful Praise, Psalms103:1-22 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Elsie Atchison,…
Another week gone by! Not much improvement in the news here and around the world. Well, I guess catching up with that former policeman in California is good news. One of my sister’s neighbors was one of the targets out there so policemen were near her house in force to…
Our mid-week service starts at seven. We have been studying in I Corinthians, about the gifts of the spirit and the use of them. If you don’t have a mid-week service, come and join us. Sunday morning, to me, is always a joyous time. I enjoy the Sunday school service…
In Champion, Monday was kind of cold and blustery. The temperature was not so low, but the wind made it feel wintry as it flapped the Grand old Flag vigorously on the porch post at the Recreation of the Historic Emporium over on the North Side of the Square. …
Sunday school opened with congregational singing. Bro.Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. Sis. Lorrinda Coulter led in prayer. Jack read Psalms 107:1-9 for devotion. After Sunday school Happy Birthday was sung to Bobby Combs. God bless him. Happy Anniversary was sung to Lorrinda Coulter. God…
2-17-13. Good day everyone and a beautiful day it is. This is the Lord’s day and we have come to worship you, dear Father. Sunday school began here with Bro. “Cub” (Joe) Lafferty reading Psalms 75. Bro. Bob Husky led the opening prayer. It is good to have him and…
The ladies met for their Bible study, Thursday, morning. The next Ladies’ Bible study lesson on February 28 will be on “Making an acceptable sacrifice.” Stephanie Corder brought pictures, Wednesday evening, that she had taken at the Ben and Brittany (Corder) White wedding last week. Our prayer would be that…
Bob and a couple of friends from Mountain Grove came and put wood on the porch and in my wood box. Susie sent me a loaf of homemade bread. Bob, Linda and I met Bob and Susie in Mountain Grove recently and went out to eat. I visited by phone…
Our menu for this week is: Monday, February 25—Biscuit, gravy, sausage, egg, hash brown, fruit. Tuesday, February 26—Spaghetti and meatballs, salad bar, garlic roll, cookie. Wednesday, February 27—Chicken salad sandwich, vegetable soup, fruit. Thursday, February 28—Meatloaf, baked potato, peas, roll, pudding. Friday, March 1—Fish sandwich, homemade soup, jell-o with fruit.…
We had a beautiful morning to go worship the Lord and we are blessed to have the freedom to worship any way we choose. We had special prayer for the McCoy family, Trampus Taylor, Don Lund, Richard Mitchell, and Floyd Graham. We were blessed this morning to have a small…
Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Roy and Sue Freeman, Michael and Wendee Freeman, Matt, Madison, Sydnee and Alexis, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya all went to church together and when it was over they went to Bonnie’s home and Ken and Debbie Cederlind were there and they all ate dinner…
We woke up last Saturday morning to a dusting of snow on the ground. I think there was maybe half an inch that had fallen. I got up around 4 o’clock that morning to holler at our dog that was barking her head off and there wasn’t anything going on…
Here it is the week of February 11th, with the birthdays of two Presidents, Lincoln and Washington, that we celebrate, over our nation, on next Monday the 18th, called President’s Day, combining the two for one holiday. A belated birthday wish to my grandson in Kansas, Allen Luebbert, who was…
Sunday, February 10th was the Sunday called Quinquagesima or the Sunday next before Lent, approximately 50 days before Easter. Bishop Hartley based his sermon on the gospel for the day, st. Luke 18:31 “and they (the disciples) understood none of these things…” Jesus had tried to prepare them for the…
Sunday morning service began with prayer and music by the Praise team then a special by Dana Lafferty on the piano. It was beautiful. We then had a contest to see who had the most visitors we had invited. Brother Roberts brought the message from Galations 5:16-17, “What On Earth…
2-11-13. My rain gauge messed up so I didn’t get a count of how much rain we got Friday and Saturday. It was welcome whatever it was. Plainview just had one ballgame last week with Ava Victory Academy the 3rd and 4th grade lost and the 5th and 6th grade…
A good morning to all our friends, neighbors and our readers. We hope everyone had a good and safe weekend. The weather was nice Sunday afternoon after the hail storm at 5:25 a.m. on Saturday the 9th. We send get-well wishes to all the sick, the ones in the hospitals…
Greetings from Red Bank. The weather man says we may get some snow tonight, but it will melt by tomorrow. I can handle that better than having three foot or more of snow surrounding me at one time such as some of our states in the East have had to…
Claud Robertson and Gary Emrick stopped by for visits with Tom and Jewell Johnson recently. Besides being a good friend, Claud works at Town and Country Supermarket. Gary has done a lot of mowing and yard work for Tom and Jewell. Norma Stillings attended the Resident Councils and visited with…
You missed a great time of worship if you didn’t attend church this last Sunday, we enjoyed a wonderful time in His service, and as always we had room for you to join us. This coming Saturday, the 16th of February the ladies are planning to attend a Women’s Prayer…
Howdy. Ruth Bradshaw called me this week. She had a lot of company and wanted to let people know how much she appreciates everyone calling or coming by. Marlynn Walker, Larry Quin and Marlynn Flake from Hartville came by. Carlyn Hull paid a visit and brought a gift from her…
After singing, and devotion, we asked God to bless and care for those with serious illnesses, and those still recuperating. We appreciated having Betty and Lenore visit, they are homefolks to us. Brother Ric read from Ephesians 2:21-22, how as God’s people we are fitly framed together. We each have a part…
