I talked with Bonnie Sunday and she said that she had went to church Sunday. I went to Ozark last Monday and saw the doctor and she said I had a bad infection in my sinus and when I left there I went by ny niece, Brenda Henslee’s and visited…
FAITH. Did you know that faith is a substance? The Bible says that it is (Heb 11). It is described as a substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. The Bible also says several times that the just shall live by faith (Heb 10). That means…
I am SO sick and tired of all the junk mail purporting to be surveys, etc. and each one asking for donations for this and that, mostly political entities….to investigate this or that, to support this group or that group as they aspire to correct some problem…again, mostly political. And,…
Get well wishes to Barbara (Berry) Decker and Brittany (Reed) Torres. Gene and Rheba Pool, Donna Dodson, Diana Davis, Jolisa Iott, Willie and Ashlin, Melanie Breeding, Reece, Megan, Quin and Macee, Chase and Bryse Dodson, all visited me on Monday. Juanita Kazenske spent Monday night with her son, Lyle Bushong,…
Wednesday, July 10 – Chad Emerson delivered the message for the evening. Psalm 33:20 tells us, our soul waiteth for the Lord: He is our help and shield. Isaiah 40:31 tells us when we wait upon the Lord our strength shall be renewed. We shall mount up with wings as…
The ‘Dog Days of Summer’ have arrived in Champion. They are said to have started on the third of July and will end on August 11th. They are the nice toasty days that will be well remembered in mid-December. One old saying found in the book Ozark Magic and Folklore,…
Caney Church came together Wednesday eve, for the first time in 5 weeks. Youth camp is over, but everyone that went was blessed. Brother Bill Austin, was our leader this week. He began by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Brother Jeff Shipley led in prayer. Pastor Bill read, Ephesians…
Opening Sunday School, Bro. Cub (Joe) opened with reading Psalms 57. Sister Wilma Hampton who finally was able to come back to church led us in prayer. She had been so ill for quite some time. Thank you Lord that she is able to return to church. Our lesson is…
Jesus saith, “I am the way, the truth and the life; no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” John 14:6. Brother Ray Frye, opened Sunday school after we sang. Pastor David, prayed for the prayer requests. Brother Roy, read Psalms 27:34, for the devotion, then dismissed us to…
Bethany Baptist Church closed out the Vacation Bible School with a program, Sunday evening. It began with a slide show of the various classes, activities, and people involved. The theme was, “Bug Zone,” but the lessons were on Joshua, Gidion, Zacchaeus, and other familiar Bible characters that experienced God’s changing…
Our activities for this week include: Tuesday—OATS bus to adjoining county. Wednesday—OATS bus to Ava, Division of the Blind free glaucoma screening from 10-12. Thursday—Driver’s exam in the basement. Friday—OATS bus to Ava. The American Heart Association reminds us of these heart attack warning signs: chest discomfort, discomfort in one…
At Ava Assembly of God you will find friendly people, uplifting music, great kid’s programs, and life changing messages. We encourage you to take advantage of the many fellowships and ministries. We want to help you discover your purpose in life, find clear direction and build a strong family.There is…
Debbie Cederlind came down Friday and stayed all night with her mother, Bonnie Phipps, and then Saturday Moe and Kaylynn Todd and Alaya came down. Roy and Linda Freeman and grandchildren, Matt and Madison, came by to visit with them at Bonnie and Michael and Wendee’s and the rest of…
Dear readers, for five weeks we have studied the healing provided by God through Jesus. We are going to do an overview of what has been taught, with a few additions, and I hope you have your Bible ready to review the scriptures. The Bible is the final authority on…
It has been such a blessed weekend. We have received rain two days in a row. It’s amazing how different even the air smells after a good shower of rain. I know our garden enjoyed a good drink of rain. We had already harvested our corn, but still have other…
Have you noticed the musk thistles? I see them as I drive to town, some in fields and some on the roadside. With this drought much of the ground is bare and an excellent way for the thistle seeds to get started for a new crop. We had thousands upon…
Happy Birthday to Amy Hill, Debra Reed, Linda Rogers, Grant, Kearn and Kathy Stephens. Those here on Monday were Donna Dodson, Megan, Quin, Macee and Diana Davis. John Stephens spent two nights in Springfield in the hospital. He is home doing good. Donna and Reece took me to the beauty…
Psalm 96:4 “For the Lord is great, and greatly to be praised.” Wednesday evening service was enjoyed by all. Psalm 103:17, “But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting, upon them that fear him.” The commentary said, “the infinite span of God’s love over reaches man’s little…
Champion was much in the spotlight this last Friday as people poured out from surrounding towns and communities to attend the first all-city yard sale on the Square in Historic Downtown. For many, it was a first opportunity to get a good look at the place which has been likened…
We hope everyone had a great and safe fourth of July. Caney came together with singing Sunday morning. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to service by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Sis. Elsie Combs led us in prayer. Jack read Isaiah 32:1-8 for our devotion. We were dismissed to…
Opening Sunday school Danny Lee read I Samuel, chapter 2 led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the 21st chapter of Acts. Paul’s journey takes him on to Jerusalem. The prophet Agabus prophesied taking Paul’s girdle and bound his own hands and feet in the 11th verse and said, “Thus saith…
“O praise the Lord, all ye nations; praise him, all ye people.” For his merciful kindness is great toward us; and the truth of the Lord endureth forever, Praise ye the Lord,” Psalm 117:1-2. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after the singing. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request…
Bethany Baptist Church is having Vacation Bible School this week. Paul Burbidge is teaching the Adult VBS, his wife, Sandy and two of their children, Adam and Natalie are also involved with the teaching and activities this week. Paul and Sandy Burbidge are missionaries to Nova Scotia, Canada. The Burbidges…
Bob, Linda and I went to church Sunday morning. On Wednesday, the fourth, Bob and Linda hosted a get-together. We had sandwiches and a lot of homemade ice cream and cakes. Those visiting the three of us were Carol, Robert and Blake, Allen and Joyce, Billie Gail and Jake, Shawna,…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, July 16—Cook’s Choice. Tuesday, July 17—Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, cheesy cauliflower, cake. Wednesday, July 18—Meatloaf, green beans, baked potato, Jell-o with fruit. Thursday, July 19—Burrito, corn, salad bar, cobbler. Friday, July 20—Polish sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, peas, cookie. Do you know…
Summer’s always a busy time around our church and God has blessed us with so much this past month. We had a huge success with Vacation Bible School. Attendance was wonderful and so many kids benefited from our daily Bible lessons and fellowship with each other. We appreciate everyone who…
What a great day we had to come together to worship our Lord and Saviour. As we sang Amazing Grace I was once again reminded of how big the grace of God is towards us. He saved a wretch like me and gave me eternal life. Pastor Buddy brought us the…
7-1-12 – I left Sunday after church and went to Vernal and Ellen Blakey’s to be up there for Ellen’s Dad, Bill Vaughn’s visitation that evening. Mark and Sherry Blakey and James and Kristie Blakey was there and I stayed up there to go to the funeral the next day…
I hope I speak for everyone in the Bradleyville area when I say we are so thankful for all the firefighters and others that fought the wildfires in the area the past week. It was such an unbearably hot, dangerous job and they did their job and were successful in…
The apostle Paul understood who causes the destruction of the flesh (of the physical body) and he instructed the Corinthian church to give over a believer who was willfully sinning, and he knew who to give him to, saying in First Corinthians 5:5, To deliver such an one unto Satan…
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” -Leo F. Buscaglia The hummingbirds seemed to arrive later this year, and fewer…
The Bushong, Pool, Strong, cousin reunion will be at The Red Elk Lodge in Branson (just off 76 highway), July 7-9. Call 683-4328 for more information. Donna Dodson, Reece Goforth and Macee Breeding were here on Monday Reece also visited the McCullum family Monday after weightlifting. Quin Breeding stayed with…
Caney went to the White River Youth Camp Wednesday to enjoy their service. What a thrill it was to hear the young ones sing and make a move for Christ. Sunday school opened with singing. We were blessed to have Sam and Judy Clemans. Judy played the piano for us.…
Opening Sunday school Joe Lafferty read Psalms 67 and prayer was offered. The Sunday school lesson continued on Acts, chapter 20. Paul’s journey takes him to Troas where he stays for seven days. On the first day of the week, the disciples gathered and broke bread. Paul began preaching and…
Dan Stillings sang a special patriotic song Sunday morning and the Jubilee Singers brought a program of patriotic music, Sunday evening called, “Sweet Freedom’s Song.” All the veterans were honored with a small gift, Sunday morning, before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message he called, “What would happen if America…
I didn’t make it to church last Sunday, I stayed home out of the heat. Bob and Linda were in Springfield on Tuesday for a doctor appointment. Bob and Susie visited me on Tuesday. Susie brought some garden vegetables and cooked a good meal. Barb and Jack took me to…
The American Cancer Society recommends women over 50 should have a clinical breast exam every year and men over 50 should talk to their physician about the pros and cons of prostate testing and testicular screening. Men and women are encouraged to conduct monthly self-exams. There’s no doubt about it;…
We are into our fourth week, researching the scriptures for the remedy of sickness and disease through God’s word, which speaks of Jesus in 1 Peter 2:24, saying, Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live…
I hope you all are finding a place to stay cool on these hot days. I know that God knows what is best for us, but that does not keep us from praying for some rain and a little cooler weather. We have been watering our garden to keep it…
“A fondness for power is implanted, in most men, and it is natural to abuse it, when acquired.” –Alexander Hamilton – The Patriot Post – 6-21-2012 I am so very blessed with all the phone calls from family (including all four sons – always makes my day!) and friends, as…
Happy Birthday in July to Gabriella Ayala of Kansas who is turning 1 on July 1, Amy Hill of Ava the 3rd, Debra Reed of Kansas on the 4th, Linda Rogers of Illinois on the 5th, Grant of Kansas on the 9th and Challa Watkins the 20th. I wish them…
Sunday, June 24 – there were many requests for prayer. We need to never forget our military men and women and their families also. Prayer was asked for Norma F. Bevy’s step-dad, Janice U., Tom W. Bud C., Missy’s mom and dad. We had a very good Sunday school lesson.…
A Champion off in distant places occasionally meets up with a music promoter who is given to drink. While never totally inebriated, he seems to be half way there continually. He has grandiose schemes for the advancement of his musician friends and is want to sprinkle his prose with the…
Caney Church went to service at White River Youth Camp Wednesday evening. It’s a blessing to the young people who worship the Lord. Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone and prayer requests and praise reports were taken. Bro. Jeff Shipley led in prayer. Jack read Micah…
Opening scripture read by Roy Hampton, from St. Matthew 5:14-18, then he led in prayer. Sunday school lesson was continued on from Acts, chapter 19. Paul goes on into Ephesus and found some disciples and asked them if they had received the Holy Ghost. They answered, “They had not even…
“Behold the Lord’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear,” Isaiah 59:1. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Micah 6:1-8 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer requests and Brother Roy dismissed us to…
Some of the ladies met Thursday morning as they continued the Bible study, “The Power of a Praying Life.” The topic for study was, “Speak words that bring life.” The Book of James and Proverbs have much to say about the impact of the words that we say and Jesus…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, July 2—Taco salad, Mexican corn, chips, cobbler. Tuesday, July 3—Chicken nuggets mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cake. Wednesday, July 4—CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY. Thursday, July 5—Spaghetti and meatballs, salad, green beans, roll, pudding. Friday, July 6—Bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich, potato salad, cucumber…
Today was a beautiful day to go to the house of God. We were blessed by Brother Bill Coats when he sang a special for us. Today was Gideon Sunday and our special speaker today was Brother Craig Carter. He shared some scripture from Psalms and Isaiah with us then…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she was doing just fine. She got out and went to church. Jo Stephens took me to Liz Bailey’s funeral last Monday, but there wasn’t that many out because the news of her passing hadn’t gotten around. Jo and I went up and…
Tharol and Mary Gay (Landers) Oxley of Texarkana spent a few days visiting his brother, Theron and wife Vickie recently. The two couples enjoy floating the Ozarks streams in kayaks, so this time they decided to stay overnight on the Norfork. But instead of camping on a gravel bar, they…
Wow, if you don’t have air conditioning or are working outside in this hot weather I feel for you. After I go out to water all my plants I am so hot I just want to collapse in front of a fan. The swimming hole in Brushy Creek where we…
Proverbs chapter four says, My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. God’s words are life…
The yards, pastures, etc. tried to turn green but then the excessive heat turned even that brown. Most ponds are in bad shape. Not to be greedy but we sure could use some more rain, even if it comes with less than pleasant storm effects. Prayers for rain are requested.…
I was sorry I missed the Riley-Hicks Reunion Saturday. I went to the doctor Friday for dizziness. They are treating me for vertigo. It’s not much better today. Hope everyone had a good time. Those here on Monday were Donna Dodson, Diane Davis, Melanie Breeding and Reece. Reece Goforth spent…
Tom Toles is a prominent national cartoonist and commentator who said that May is the very best month, except for June which is better. Champions are in agreement and are very much enjoying a busy time of the year and these particularly good days. Young Champion future farmers had a…
Caney Church went to the White River Youth Camp service Wednesday evening where we saw six young people accept the Lord. Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack welcomed all to service. Sis. Lorrinda Coulter led in prayer. Bro. Jack read Nehemiah 1:5-11 for our devotion. After a very good…
The opening Sunday school lesson is taken from Acts, chapter 17 and Paul’s speech at Mars Hill. Many gods were in place there in the city of Athens and the Holy Spirit stirred in Paul to preach the truth against idolatry. He says in the 23rd verse, “For as I…
We are so thankful for the good rain we got last week. I think we got about an inch and a half here. I would love for it to rain that much more this week. My flowers and vegetables loved the rain. I think every green bean seed I planted…
“Honor thy father and thy mother, as the Lord thy God hath commanded thee; that thy days may be prolonged and that it may go well with thee,” Deuteronomy 5:16. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Nehemiah 1:5-11 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for…
A special song honoring fathers was sung by a couple of the Youth Choir members with Darlene Sorensen. Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message from Luke 15 on the father of the prodigal son. We do not know this man’s name, but we know that he was a father of…
I’m sure everyone had a good Father’s Day. I went to church with Bob and Linda. Barb and Jack came over to see me on Sunday evening, then Bob came from Mtn. Grove on Monday afternoon and we went for a drive. Sue and Clay Pickney visited Bob and Linda…
We had enough for two tables for pinochle tournament. Congratulations to these ladies: Annabelle Walker (798), Millie Heavener (669) and Willene Adams (651). Each of the ladies received a free meal here at the Center. Our menu for the week is: Monday, June 25—Meatloaf, baked potato, carrots, roll, Jell-o with…
Debbie Cederlind came down Friday evening to Bonnie Phipps and stayed all night with her and went back home Saturday evening. Bonnie went to church Sunday and then Cecilia came over after church and had dinner with her. Last Monday I received 1.5 inches of rain and was it ever…
God is a good God and his mercy endures forever. O give thanks unto the God of heaven: for his mercy endureth for ever. Ps 136:26 We serve a merciful God. In understanding God’s will to heal, everything hinges on the goodness of God and his love for humanity, not…
“Everyone who works for the government swears to uphold the Constitution. It was written to define and restrain the government. According to the Declaration of Independence, the government’s powers come from the consent of the governed. The government in America was not created by a powerful king reluctantly granting liberty…
My sympathy to all of the family of my nephew, Ricky Lynn Strong who passed away Monday. He was 63 years old. Donna Dodson, Reece and Megan were here on Monday for breakfast. Those here on Friday were Mike Strong and Trista from Kansas, Jr. Stephens and Melanie Goforth. Donna…
Our guest speaker for Wednesday evening was Bob Husky. His message was found in Luke 15:11. We all know the story of the prodigal son. The message was in three parts, I Love You, I Forgive You and Come To Supper. Before we can do any of those things we…
“And what is so rare as a day in June? Then, if ever, come perfect days.” So said James Russell Lowell (1819-1891). The poem from which these lines are taken is full of keen observations about the value of natural beauty. “Every clod feels a stir,” says he, and so…
Wednesday evening Caney cancelled so some could go to service at the White River Youth Camp. They had a very good service. Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. He took prayer requests and praise reports. We have so many concerns – sickness, bereaved, lost, rain and…
Opening Sunday School Roy Hampton read James 2:12 and prayed to open the service. Our Sunday School lesson continued with Acts 16. We answered the seven questions asked last week and had a lot of good discussion. I love this part of our service because you have to get into…
“Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come,” Matthew 24:42. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Luke 10:25-37 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer requests. Brother Roy dismissed us to class. Please pray for Wanda Goss and family,…
Some of the ladies attended the 10th Annual Ladies Retreat at Camp JOY last week. Our own Darlene Sorensen was one of the speakers. The featured speaker was Gladys Cunningham, she and her husband, Oscar Cunningham, served as home missionaries in this area starting in the early 1950’s. It was…
I went to church with Bob and Linda on Sunday morning. Visitors of Barb, Jack and Miracle this week have been Joe, Tina and girls, Preston Lisa, Brian, Jennifer, Connor and William, myself, Bob and Linda. Barb and Jack and Miracle visited with Joe Allen, Carol and families over the…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, June 18—Cashew chicken, egg roll, rice, Oriental vegetables, cookie. Tuesday, June 19—Cheeseburger, salad bar, onion, savory potatoes, cobbler. Wednesday, June 20—Open face turkey, mashed potatoes, corn, fruit. Thursday, June 21—Cook’s Choice. Friday, June 22—Ham, sweet potatoes, creamed peas, roll, ice cream. Our activities…
First today I want to tell you that God is still working great things in people’s lives. We have seen God work in Lila Valentines young life as she now has a new heart. The transplant went great. Also Alison Mackey had a seizure and was in a coma for…
Bonnie Phipps said she got out and went to church Sunday. Monica Reemes, came up last Monday and took me to Springfield, to a doctor and he set me up for the 13th, to have surgery on my right hand and then we went on over to Cox South, to…
Our thoughts and prayers are with Katy and Chelsea MacMillan in the loss of their mother, Liz. I remember how thrilled Liz was when she opened the Souder Store. She said she had always wanted a little country store and was so happy when her dream came true. Liz fought…
My yard snaps, crackles and pops when I walk across it, except for one small area where all the water runs from my leaky outdoor faucet when I am watering my flowers. I finally got some green beans planted right beside my back porch in a little bed I made…
I like to read my Bible. It wasn’t until adulthood that I really came to the Lord, though I had been baptized as a teenager, but after I made the decision that I really wanted a relationship with God, my appetite for the things of God grew, especially reading his…
I think only people in the great Ozark hills could possibly go through as many weather changes as we have lately. We went from 90 degrees to 60 in just a few days. We were praying for rain and God answered that prayer with a little bit of rain scattered…
“He that falls in love with himself will have no rivals.” –Benjamin Franklin, 1758 By golly, we received 1/10th of an inch of rain, then 1 ½ inches and then 2/3 of an inch, with more said to be coming. There is a slight greening up in process. Continue to…
Mike Strong of Huthison, Kansas came by to visit me on Monday. Johnnie and Debra Reed of Beloit, Kansas and Miguel and Tiffany Ayala, Garrett, Grant, Issac and Gaby left here on Monday to go to Branson then left for home on Tuesday morning. Donna Dodson came by on Monday.…
June 3, 2012. God has blessed us with another beautiful day. Bless you Jesus. Prayer requests were asked for Missy’s Dad, Linda P. family, our nation and unsaved loved ones. Let us all remember the Bernie Hutchison family in the loss of their loved one. The pastor’s message was in…
A chance trip around the county was an opportunity to marvel at the beauty of a place like this. The roadsides are strewn with Echinacea, butterfly weed, Queen Anne’s lace and an occasional purple musk thistle. In places where the hay has been cut and rolled, the manicured fields show…
May 30 – Caney Church met Wednesday evening to thank the Lord and study His word. We began with singing. We had a wonderful time of singing. We sang several old songs. Bro. Hi Lambeth was our leader Wednesday evening. He began by taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro.…
Sunday school opened with Joe Lafferty reading Psalms 28. Michelle Lee led the opening prayer. Our Sunday School lesson was from Acts chapter 15. Following our lesson different ones gave a question to search the answer and tell their findings next week. We had seven questions, one for each day…
“Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye,” Colossians 3:13. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday School after we sang. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request. Brother Roy read Deuteronomy 32:1-7 for the devotion…
Joshua Pyle, his wife, Wendy, and children, Hannah, Caleb, Naomi, and Nathan, were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. The Pyle Family are on deputation trying to raise financial and prayer support so that they can go as missionaries to South Sudan. Joshua and Wendy grew up in the same…
Sunday I didn’t make it to church, I stayed home and rested. Bob and Linda went Sunday morning and night. The three of us went to a wedding on Saturday at Thornfield. Erin and John had a very nice celebration and everyone had a good time at the reception with…
Many seniors do not know what they would do without hot meals delivered daily to their homes. Many seniors cannot walk or drive to the local senior center and have to depend on the OATS bus, family or friends to bring them. Therefore, it is so important that those in…
Wow, summer has moved in quickly. We’ve had so much going on in the life of our church this spring. We’ve had mother’s day banquets, senior graduates whom we honored and our Memorial Day service was a great time to honor and acknowledge all those who have served and fought…
Our worship team for the service at 8:30 sang a hymn. Truly when we get there it will be a time of jubilee. We enjoyed the singing very much. Pastor Buddy brought us the message from Acts 9-31-43 this morning on being a heart healthy church. We need to have…
Last Weeks News – Bonnie Phillips said Tracy Lakey and friend, Linda, came to Ava to see her and to decorate the graves of her family’s here. Debbie Cederlind came down Friday evening and stayed all night with Bonnie and then Saturday, Bonnie and her girls all went to the…
Bob and I spent most of the day Sunday at our family reunion. Some of us only see each other a few times a year, so we always have lots of catching up to do. Those present at the Sloan family reunion last Sunday included the head of our “Sloan”…
Jesus loves you and he has Good News. Having a relationship with God through Jesus Christ is not about having religion. Well, some may ask, what is the difference? Having religion is the world’s way of looking toward a god through works, thinking that their deeds will save them and…
You cannot help the poor by destroying the rich. You cannot strengthen the weak by weakening the strong. You cannot bring about prosperity by discouraging thrift. You cannot lift the wage earner up by pulling the wage payer down. You cannot further the brotherhood of man by inciting class hatred.…
Quin Breeding went with Kelly Johnson and Wyatt on Monday to the Ava Radio Station to make a commercial for Summer School. They later had lunch then went to a movie that evening. Donna Dodson, Reece, Megan, Macee and Quin were here Monday morning. Danny Bushong called on Monday. He…
Most Champions know that the “Ag News” program comes on TV very early in the morning—very early. Several were up early enough to hear it Saturday when it was reported that Missouri is flooded! Cries rose up out of darkened Champion farm houses in the pre-dawn hours: “Where?” “We’re not…
Wednesday, May 23 – We gathered at Caney Church Wednesday evening to study God’s word. We began with congregational singing. Bro. Jeff Shipley welcomed all who came out, Sis. Lorrinda Coulter led in prayer. We wish everyone could come to know the wonderful joy of salvation. Jeff read Acts 15:1-2,…
Opening Sunday school, Roy Hampton read John 12:35&36, then lead in prayer. Sunday school lesson is Acts 14. Everyone read a verse and discussed the chapter and asked questions. A good lesson showing the persecution and tribulation placed on the early Christian church. This chapter spoke of how a multitude…
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: No man cometh unto the Father, but by me,” John 14:6. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Matthew 7:13-20 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request and Brother Roy…
Dan Stillings sang a special song Sunday morning before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message on, “Seven Things About God the Israelites Learned in the Wilderness.” In the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses reviewed the events of forty years of wandering in the wilderness between Egypt and Canaan. In that time…
This was another busy week. I’m sure it was for a lot of folks. On Thursday Bob, Linda, Barb and Jack went to Silver Dollar City. They enjoyed the park and also did some sight seeing. Friday morning Bob, Linda and I went to the Mansfield Cemetery and met Bob’s…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, June 4—Lasagna, salad, green beans, pears. Tuesday, June 5—Taco salad, Mexican corn, refried beans, chips, cobbler. Wednesday, June 6—Bone-in chicken, baked potato, mixed vegetables, pudding. Thursday, June 7—Swiss steak with mushrooms and onions, rice, bread, peas and carrots, cake. Friday, June 8—Ham and…
Today was a great day to come to the house of God. We need to remember the ones who gave their lives so we can have the freedom to worship and the ones who is still fighting for our freedom. We should be praying for the ones who are fighting…
Bonnie Phillips said Tracy Lakey and friend, Linda, came to Ava to see her and to decorate the graves of her family’s here. Debbie Cederlind came down Friday evening and stayed all night with Bonnie and then Saturday, Bonnie and her girls all went to the Ava, Walnut Grove and…
What a busy weekend it was! On Sunday, the Souder Church of Christ had a large crowd for their morning service, followed by a basket dinner and decoration of the cemetery. That evening they hosted their bi-monthly singing and again had a large number in attendance. Faye Hampton said the…
My hummingbirds seem few and far between this year so far. I see three or four hummers for a little while of the morning and maybe that many again late in the evening. I know it is early and there are usually lots more as the summer goes on, but…
If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. Those were words from Jesus in John 8:31-32. He said this to the believing Jews who wanted to follow him, and it also applies to…
Hello, I hope you are all having a wonderful week. I need to wish some of our kids, congratulations on graduation. We had several 8th graders graduate at Plainview and as far as I know only one senior. We are very proud of our youth here at Eastern Gate. I…
“…all powers not delegated to the United States, by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states or to the people. To take a single step beyond the boundaries thus specially drawn around the powers of congress is to take possession of a boundless…
My sympathy to Rheba Pool, on the loss of her uncle and to the family of Hellene (Parsons) Willhite of Springfield. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Rheba left Tuesday and returned on Friday, to attend her uncle’s funeral. Gene stayed with John and Jo Stephens. Macee…
Wednesday night service was presented by Michael Marah, a young man who has been called to preach. The a.m. message was in Matthew 8:23-27. We all know the story in these scriptures; the ship in the midst of a storm, His disciples scared to death, when Jesus came to them…
“Thanks for what little you did do.” That jest from the parent of a Champion many years ago was meant to say, “I am grateful for your effort, but do not think you are through.” When Sunday’s lightning and thunder produced almost enough rain to settle Champion’s dust some were…
Caney Church came together singing, “I Cannot Find the Way Alone.” Brother Jim Lafferty took charge of the service, taking prayer requests, praise reports and Sister Melba Austin led in prayer. Jim read, Ezra 10:3-15. He talked about the word, ‘compliant,’ with the rules at work and how hard we…
Opening Sunday school, Roy Hampton read the 11th chapter of Hebrews. Faith is the substance in things hoped for with many examples of Moses, Abraham, Isaac and others. The Sunday school lesson was taken from Acts 13, “The First Missionary Journey.” Offering prayer given by, Clara Lafferty. It was so…
“And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto Myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” Brother Roy Frye, opened Sunday school after we sang. He read; I Corinthians 15:50-58 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed and we…
Dr. Charles Harding, missionary evangelist to America, his wife, Jo, and daughter, Ceci, were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. He brought three timely messages on God and country in an effort to keep Christians better informed, involved, and praying for our nation. Part of being informed is to understand…
There was a good turnout for the workday at Dyer Cemetery and we appreciate everyone for helping. The cemetery looks real good. Barb, Jack and Miracle, spent a few days camping at Forsyth. Bob and Susie have had visitors over the weekend from Illinois. Bob and Linda got news that…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday—Closed for Memorial Day holiday. Tuesday, May 29–Nachos, Mexican corn, refried beans, ice cream. Wednesday, May 30—Pork chop, potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll cheesecake. Thursday, May 31—Chili dogs, baked potato, carrot salad, cookie. Friday, June 1—Ham, au gratin potatoes, creamed peas, roll, ice cream.…
We had a wonderful day to meet and worship our Lord today, we sang the hymn. Truly if we want to know more about Him we can. All we need to do is read His Word and talk to Him daily. Brother Buddy brought us the message this morning from…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps, Sunday and she had gone to church and was doing ok. I had little Jett, Monday and Tuesday of last week. Violet Blakey stopped and dropped a package off last Tuesday. Mark brought me eggs Wednesday and I took some of them into town and…
Is it just me or isn’t this turning out to be a strange spring? Seems like everything is a month ahead and I even have trouble remembering that it isn’t a month later than it is. We have even seen several tarantulas crossing the road, and while I know they…
We are into our fourth week of Jesus’ teaching in Mark 11: 22-26 and this misunderstood and often unused truth of the Master, if used, will bless your life and the lives of those around you, and God will be glorified. God loves you, and wants you to be blessed…
Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, I hope you had a great day and that your children took the time to tell you how much they love and appreciate you. If you have a Christian mother who taught you about the love of God, you are very blessed indeed. I…
I hope everyone had a Happy Mother’s Day! Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. They also stopped by Amy Hill and Billy Williams’ home. On Tuesday Jo Stephens visited me. Donna and Macee were here also. Michael Dodson came by on Tuesday evening. He and Chase mowed…
What a beautiful Lord’s Day, bless the mothers, the father is the spiritual leader of the family and the head of the household, but the mothers are the glue that holds and binds the family together. God bless the mothers and grandmothers, give them strength and wisdom. Special prayer requests…
Way off in the future there will be Champions who recall these pleasant days out in the wonderful glider and comfortable chairs on the front porch of the Historic Emporium. Now that winter’s chill is a distant memory, much of the socializing has moved from around the stove to the…
May 13 – Wednesday evening services was cancelled due to baccalaureate service at Bradleyville School. Sunday school began with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone and prayer requests and praise reports were taken. We have many concerns. Bro. Jack read Psalms 28 for our devotion. We had a wonderful Sunday…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read Proverbs 12:4-21 and prayed the opening prayer. Sunday school lesson was the 13th chapter of Acts. Herod kills James and saw the Jews were real happy with this so he arrests Peter. He was bound and determined to destroy the church. Herod put not…
Beautiful weather continues this week which is nice because I really need to get out to work in the yard some. Grass is growing like crazy, which it always does this time of year, and my flower beds need some tending also. My daughters got me some flowers for Mother’s…
“He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life; and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him,” John 3:36. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. We missed Sister Shirley who spent Mother’s Day with her son…
All the mothers were honored in the morning service with a small book of devotions. Later on before dismissing at noon, Pastor Bob said that all the women are important whether they had children or not, and gave all the women their choice of yellow, violet, or blue Pansies after…
I hope everyone had a nice Mother’s Day. Bob, Linda and I went to church and after services we had lunch in town. Last Friday Bob, Linda and I went to Springfield to my doctor appointment. On the way home, we stopped at a few garage sales. Visiting with Bob,…
Cutting costs doesn’t have to ruin your quality of life. Here are five rules of frugality: 1-Don’t give up the things you love. Thriftiness should never outweigh happiness. 2-Find inexpensive ways to enjoy what’s important to you. You don’t have to own the books you read or the movies you…
Debbie Cederlind just got back Friday from a week stay in North Dakota with her daughter, Courtnie and husband, Chris Vigessa and two grandsons, Wylie and the new one, Weslie. Debbie brought pictures back to show little Weslie and his big brother, Wylie, off. Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down…
Dear readers, we are continuing with Jesus’ teaching from Mark chapter 11: 22-26 And we are relying on our teacher, the Holy Spirit to help us have a revelation of what the Lord taught. Here is the scripture: And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. For verily…
Here is some news to make you barf. According to Channel 13 News in/from Indiana, undocumented workers using special cards provided by our government (as they don’t have legal Social Security numbers) are filing for Additional Child Tax Credits. For instance, four families used the same Indiana address although only…
The Massey Reunion is scheduled for May 26. Contact Dale Massey for more information. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Wednesday. They are planning a visit Memorial weekend. Donna and Macee took me to town Friday. Keith Breeding went fishing Friday.…
Sunday, May 6. God has given us a beautiful morning, have you give Him thanks for it? Many prayer requests went up to the Lord. Several of our congregation are in the hospital. We pray God’s blessing on them and the others in the community – Bonnie B., Wanda C.,…
Moonstruck Champions used many square yards of digital camera space taking pictures of the Super Moon. Some think of it as phantom film. Certainly the visage resembled an apparition. Many just enjoyed the spectacle transfixed with no need to preserve it for the future. It is quite a Champion thing…
May 2 – Caney Church came together singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth was our leader Wednesday evening taking charge of the service with prayer requests and praise reports. Sis. Janice Lafferty led in prayer. Bro. Hi read Isaiah 53:1-12. This scripture prophesied of the horrible death Christ must have endured. What…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read Matthew 13:43-51 and led us in prayer. Bro. Lee Hampton taught the 11th chapter of Acts. Roy Hampton took up the morning offering. Wilma Hampton is still improving. Lee said she might come home in another week hopefully. The congregation sang. Susie Sisco also…
“But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever, Amen,” II Peter 3:18. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school. He read Psalm 107:1-9 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request Please pray for…
A Mother/Daughter Banquet will be held Saturday, May 12 in the Fellowship Hall starting at 12 noon. Then Sunday all mothers will be honored in the Morning Service. Chuck Harding of the Awake America ministry will be the guest speaker on Sunday, May 20. He will speak at 10:00 AM,…
I went to church with Bob and Linda on Sunday. After lunch we visited with Paul, Donna and Evangelist, Sister Brenda Townsend of Eufala, Oklahoma. Visitors of Barb, Jack and Miracle this week have been Joe, Tina and girls and also a friend of Miracle. Bob, Linda and I also…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, May 14—BBQ meatballs, mac ‘n cheese, peas and carrots, applesauce. Tuesday, May 15—Chicken, baked potato, Brussel sprouts, cookie. Wednesday, May 16—Roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, broccoli w/cheese, cobbler. Thursday, May 17—Spaghetti, salad bar, green beans, garlic roll, pudding. Friday, May 18—Sweet and sour…
We had a beautiful Sunday to come to the house of our Lord to worship Him. We always need to praise Him no matter what happens in our lives. God is still God and takes care of us. We could have had a tragedy in our family this week, our youngest son’s house…
I almost got three-tenths of an inch of rain last Monday. I had Jett three days last week and he sure is growing. He walks and even tries to climb. He is all boy. Wednesday Lakota came and stayed with him after school, so I could go to a business…
Billy Ray is organizing the Romance School Reunion again this year. It will be held on Saturday, May 26, from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m., at Romance, and while the event originally was conceived for those who attended the one-room schools at Romance and Grabeel, Billy stresses that everyone is…
Somehow, last week my e-mail got lost between here and there and never got to the paper. It may still be floating around in cyber-space. Sorry for any inconvenience it caused. Several students from Bradleyville Elementary competed in the Mark Twain Spelling Bee recently. Taylor McHaffie represented the 4th grade…
Last week, we learned of Jesus’ teaching in Mark chapter 11: 22-26, which at a casual glance seems impossible and unattainable, and toward the end of his teaching it sounds downright selfish, and this causes some believers to politely reject this teaching of Jesus. But if you are willing to…
“A nation can survive its fools, even the ambitious. But it cannot survive treason from within. An enemy at the gates is less formidable, for he is known and carries his banner openly. But the traitor moves against those within the gate freely, his sly whispers rustling through all the…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding had lunch with me on Monday. They stopped by on Tuesday also. Macee stayed with me Wednesday afternoon while Donna went to a meeting at work. David Dodson has been sick. Donna and I went to town on Friday. Michael Dodson, Corrina, Chase and Bryse…
The remarkable beauty of the Champion countryside this time of year fairly takes the breath away. Turn suddenly around any corner to be dazzled by a scene that could well be painted in oil and mounted in a gilded frame on an expansive wall in a great hall to be…
Wednesday evening service at Caney Church began singing “If We Never Meet Again”. Brother Jim Lafferty took charge of the Bible study taking prayer requests and praise reports. There was a good discussion on all the scripture read. Sister Janice had the youth teaching about Esther. Sunday school opened singing…
It is a beautiful day even though it is cloudy this morning. There is beauty in every day for every day is the Lord’s day. This day of worship at Breedon Church began with Brother Roy Hampton reading St. Luke12:37&38, then led us in the opening prayer. Our Sunday school…
So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spew thee out of my mouth. Revelation 3:16 Brother Roy opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Isaiah 29:17-21 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. The adult class studied John 9 and the children…
The folks at Bethany Baptist Church enjoyed plenty of good food and a time to visit at the Fifth Sunday Fellowship Dinner at 5 PM and a special service of singing and testimonies following at 6 PM. There were special songs sung by the Jubilee Singers, the Stillings Family Trio,…
On Sunday I went with Bob and Linda to church and on to the home of Justyn, Tiffany, Tyler and Rylee Davis. We looked at their house that they are remodeling, and also enjoyed fish and fries for lunch that Kevan had cooked for all of us. Saturday Bob and…
Our menu for this week includes Monday, May 7—Turkey and cheese sandwich, soup, crackers, cobbler. Tuesday, May 8—Cook’s Choice. Wednesday, May 9—Meatloaf, baked potato, carrots, roll, jell-o with fruit. Thursday, May 10—Polish sausage, sauerkraut, potatoes, peas, bread, cookie. Friday, May 11—Fish, coleslaw, hush puppies, stewed tomatoes, strawberries with ice cream.…
We sang a hymn this morning and I truly believe that we are too near our heavenly home to turn back now. I believe Jesus is our soon returning King. Pastor Buddy brought us the message from Acts 8-1-25 this morning titled, “Scattered But Not Shattered.” It was a great…
I took my news in last Monday and filled up with gas. Tara brought Jett last Tuesday and then she waited for Kendra to come and Kendra rode with her to Springfield when they got back that evening. Kendra came in to see me and Jett. Tara dropped Jett off…
Back at the beginning of creation, in the book of Genesis it says, In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Further on, God said, Let there be light. In the original language of Hebrew, it was not worded that way. In Hebrew, God said, Light-be! Before light…
I don’t know what happened to our warm weather, I guess it had to remind us it is till spring. We have three tomatoes planted and have covered them up three different nights. I feel sorry for those with a garden full of plants and having to get them covered…
Do you remember not so very many years ago when the media was encouraging everyone to use savings accounts, etc? That is a great idea however, have you paid much attention to the interest being paid on checking accounts, savings accounts, certificates of deposit, etc.? At the rates being offered…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Butch and Diana Davis, Billy Williams and Amy Hill were all in Springfield Monday for doctors appointment. Leland Bushong of Illinois came down for Junior Berry’s funeral which was Wednesday. I went with David and Donna, Gene and Rheba Pool, John…
Wednesday evening is now a preaching evening. Chad Emerson had the pulpit after the change over. Jesus prayed more than three times, but this is what Chad spoke on, Matthew 26:39, he took the two sons of Zebedee and Peter, tarry here and watch with me, Jesus went a little…
Champions do not fret about the unsettled weather. Having no recourse, they just take what comes their way and make the very best of it. As the hummingbirds straggle in and the bees occupy the big walnut tree in force, Champions acknowledge the changing of the seasons yet again and…
April 11 – We came to praise and learn God’s word Wednesday evening. We began with singing. Bro. Hi was our leader tonight. He took prayer requests. We have much to pray about. Sister Melba led us in prayer. Bro. Hi read from Ephesians 4. Each one gave good testimonies…
Sunday school lesson: Acts 9. What a beautiful day for the Lord’s day! What a great lesson we have today. Saul on the Damascus road, going to do what he thought was God’s will, in killing the professors of Jesus Christ our Savior. God caused the scales to fall from…
“Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up,” James 4:10. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after the singing. He read Revelation 22:10-17 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request then Brother Roy dismissed us to class. Please pray for Wanda…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, April 30—Swiss steak, rice, tomatoes, fruit. Tuesday, May 1—BBQ pork on a bun, baked beans, potato wedges, Jell-o with fruit. Wednesday, May 2—Bone-in chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, cake. Thursday, May 3— Ham, cabbage, stewed tomatoes, bread, brownie. Friday, May 4— Chicken teriyaki,…
I went to church with Bob and Linda Sunday morning. We had a big crowd and a good service. I spent a couple of days with Barb, Jack and Miracle. I enjoyed watching Preston and Jack cut some trees. Bob and Linda were in Branson for a couple of days.…
We came together today to worship and to learn what God wants us to do as Christians. Brother Jon Wilson filled in today in the early service as some of our regular band members were missing this morning and he did a good job. We sang a hymn. He blesses…
Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Michael and Wendee Freeman and family all went to Roy and Linda Freeman’s Thursday afternoon to help Roy celebratee his 60th birthday. Debbie Cederlind, Moe and Kaylynn Todd and little Alaya came down Saturday and they picked Bonnie Phipps up and they went over and had…
E.J. and Faye Hampton’s family is growing by leaps and bounds this year. Granddaughter Stephannie Kallial’s new baby daughter, Stella Kate, was born April 3, in St. Louis, a baby sister for Emma. And Stephannie’s sister, Melissa Hayes, is expecting her second daughter any day now. Melissa is a reading…
Hope everybody has been enjoying the beautiful weather we have been having. We have had the heat on in the mornings for an hour or so but it isn’t long before we are turning it off and opening the windows or even turning the air on. I have a couple…
“It gets easier”, I said to a friend of mine who talked of their inward struggle to obey the teachings of Christ. Jesus taught some radical sounding doctrine: Love your enemies, pray for those who persecute you (Matt. 5:44), don’t worry (take no thought in KJV Matt 6:25), don’t let…
I had a nice visit with Lee Weller at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center last Tuesday and heard the good news she will possibly return home this week. While there I dropped in momentarily to introduce myself to Stella Stavely as I have been mailing her the church bulletins…
Jr. Berry passed away this morning, Monday, April 16. My sympathy to Karrie, Mary, Vickie and the rest of the family. I had phone calls from Debra Reed in Kansas, Linda Rogers of Illinois, Sandy Rackley of Tennessee and Danny Bushong of Hollister. Danny Bushong visited Gene and Rheba Pool…
April 18th, Wednesday night our services was changed from Bible study to preaching. Chad Emerson was our first one to speak. We had a good service and a good message. Sunday morning was a beautiful wet day, we praise the Lord for the rain. The prayer requests were for the…
Again Champion is awash in gratitude for the much needed rain and more for the absence of the dangerous weather that has caused such destruction to communities to the North, South, East and West. Champions agree that good fortune is a frequent circumstance in their charming berg and can muster…
Sunday school lesson is taken from Acts, chapter 8. A very good lesson in that Saul continued his persecution of the church as Stephen was taken to his burial. He went into every house imprisoning men and women alike. The church was scattered to different places, but this also was…
“I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord,” Psalm 122:1. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalms 122 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request and Brother Roy dismissed us to class. Please…
Sunday Bob, Linda and I stayed home. We weren’t sure what the weather was going to be. On Friday they took me to Springfield for my doctor’s appointment. While in Springfield we visited with Sue Pinckney, Bob’s sister. Barb and Andy Williams visited with us on Saturday evening. Ron, Nancy…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, April 23—Polish sausage, mashed potatoes, peas, bread, fruit crisp. Tuesday, April 24—Ham, mac ‘n cheese, baked sweet potato, cake. Wednesday, April 25—Enchiladas, Mexican corn, refried beans, fruit. Thursday, April 26—Turkey and cheese sandwich, vegetable soup, ice cream. Friday, April 27—Hot dog/chili dog, tater…
Our hope is that everyone received a blessing from the Easter celebration last Sunday. Isn’t it great to know that Jesus loves us so much and we give thanks for His sacrifice but praise and joy for His resurrection! Our worship this Sunday was from the scriptures of John 15:1-8. …
We met this morning to worship and praise our Saviour. We were led in worship with hymns from our band. They did a great job. We did miss Brother Bill Coats this morning as he was out doing the Lord’s work for the Gideons. Pastor Buddy brought us the message…
Bonnie Phipps had Easter dinner at her house and those present were Roy and Linda Freeman, Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Ken and Debbie Cederlind, and Moe and Kaylynn Todd. After dinner they all went over to Roy and Linda’s home and visited the rest of the day. Bonnie became great…
Trees and grass and all growing plants are filling my part of the world with green. I love the cooler temperatures that have moved in, making it feel more like spring instead of a premature summer. It rained a lot here over the weekend. I’m not sure how much because…
I hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend. Roger and I both had Good Friday off of work so we had a three day weekend. I think we made good use of the time, but it sure went by fast. Sunday we started off our Easter services with a big…
Ramble (per Websters Dictionary): To move aimlessly from place to place; to explore idly; to write or talk in desultory or long-winded and wandering seems to be my thing. Much as I would love to bring to readers local comments and updated Dogwood events, it seems that few are willing…
Get well wishes to Jr. Berry. He is not doing very good. Those here on Monday were Donna Dodson, Macee Breeding and Rheba Pool. Rheba showed us her pretty handkerchief quilt she made for her grandson for a wedding gift. Juanita Kazenske called me on Monday and Tuesday. Gene and…
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 rain. Some particular Champion husbandmen would like that later rain to come on early. It seems dry, so some are watering and mulching…
April 4 – Caney Church came together Wednesday singing. Bro. Jim was our leader tonight. He took prayer requests and Bro. Jeff led us in prayer. Sister Ethel sang. We sure enjoyed this song. Bro. Jim taught from the 11th chapter of Matthew. He read from verse 22-29. Everyone read…
What a beautiful morning for this Easter Sunday. Praise be to God our Heavenly Father. It seems like a spring fresh start and how appropriate of a day since Jesus rose again from the dead giving us hope and a chance of a new start because He completed the plan…
And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said,” Matthew 28:5-6. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Psalm 31:1-5 for the…
The sun was shining and there was a brisk breeze, Sunday morning, as Bethany Baptist folks gathered to celebrate Resurrection Day. There was special music presented by the Youth Choir in the morning service and the Jubilee Singers in the evening. The songs and the messages focused on the Crucifixion…
On Easter Sunday Bob, Linda and I went to church at Basher. We enjoyed seeing friends and being in church with them. After church we went to Mansfield to the home of Carol and Robert Johnson where we had a family get-together. All of Bob’s kids and families were there…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, April 16—Ham and cheese sandwich, broccoli soup, cobbler. Tuesday, April 17—Chicken nuggets, Alfredo sauce, Brussel sprouts, roll, cookie. Wednesday, April 18—Pork chop, dressing, cauliflower with cheese sauce, apple crisp. Thursday, April 19—Cook’s Choice. Friday, April 20—Meatloaf, green beans, baked potato, fruit. Our activities…
I’m so glad we worship a living God that has overcome death, hell, and the grave. This morning we celebrated our Lord’s victory over death as He arose from the tomb so we could also have everlasting life. We had a special couple from the Heart of the Ozarks Nursing…
Well it looks like we just got two-tenths of an inch last week and that was Saturday, my brother-in-law, George, got three-tenths. I went to my O.E.S. meeting last Monday here in Ava. I went to my doctor in Ozark last Tuesday and everything checked out okay, then I went…
Dear readers, as we approach this high holy time for all of Christendom, the day in history of Jesus going to the cross for the sins of the entire world, and his breaking the bondage of sin and death for those who will come to him, I am reminded of…
It is truly unbelievable the wonderful weather we have been having. The sunshine is warm and it feels like summer. I know several have gotten bitten by garden fever. I have put out a couple of tomatoes. I hope it doesn’t come a cold spell. Imagine I could have tomatoes…
Fathom hypocrisy of a government that requires every citizen to prove they are insured…but not everyone must prove they are a citizen, this was supposedly said by Ben Stein. Let us hope and pray that the Supreme Court sees deep into the Obama Care fiasco and has the good sense…
Danny Bushong of Hollister and his dog, Tip, came here Sunday and stayed till Tuesday evening. He did a lot of yard work for me. Donna Dodson, Macee Breeding, Butch and Diana Davis, Jolisa Iott and Danny were all here for breakfast Monday morning. Debra Reed of Kansas called on…
Sunday, April 1st – the Lord has blessed us with a wonderful day. There were many requests for people – Burtons, John and Richard, unspoken, heart surgery patient and many more. God knows all that were mentioned. We had a very good Sunday school lesson. Linda is blessed of God…
The flush of spring’s arrival has eyes open in Champion. The slow arrival of spring in the past seemed to have made it last longer. No amount of pontificating on the subject can slow it down, so Champions just stay alert to the current beauty. During the big rains recently…
March 28 – Wednesday evening service began with singing. Bro. Jeff had the adult Bible study. Sis. Janice had the youth for class. A good discussion was had by all. April 1 – It’s no joke we came together at Caney to praise and worship the Lord. We began singing.…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday School with the reading of, Revelations 22: 6-13 and prayer. Lee Hampton taught the 6th chapter of Acts, about the first Deacon and instructions for the calling of deacon service. Angel Haden, prepared one dozen eggs, with each containing one of the following: a donkey, money,…
“If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you,” John 13:14-15. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read John…
Gene and Ethel VanDeman were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Gene makes pulpits and communion tables that he than gives to small churches with no charge to them. He does not ask for the cost of materials or labor, but some pastors and churches are giving some support to…
I went with Bob and Linda to Bakers Creek Seed Co. on Sunday then Bob and Linda went to church on Sunday night. Susie and Bob were down last Tuesday. I went home with them and stayed until Friday. Linda and Bob brought me home. On Saturday, we visited in…
Our menu for this week is—Monday, April 9—Cheeseburger, savory potatoes, pork ‘n beans, cake. Tuesday, April 10—Open face turkey, corn, chocolate pudding. Wednesday, April 11—Ham and beans, O’Brian potatoes, spinach, cornbread, fruit. Thursday, April 12—Meatballs, rice and gravy, vegetables, roll, cookie. Friday, April 13—Catfish nuggets, hush puppies, breaded tomatoes, cucumber…
We were blessed with another beautiful Sunday to go to the house of God today. The band this morning sang a hymn. Sister Charlotte Koop sang a special song for us this morning that we truly enjoyed. Don’t forget that the COLLIDE service is at the performing arts center this…
Talking with Bonnie Phipps and she said all her flower beds are cleaned out and the weeds in the pots are too. Cecilia Edwards is well enough to be under the wheel again and I know she likes that. Last Saturday I went by Clinkingbeard’s and saw Toni and got…
The weather is so beautiful, I can hardly believe it is just barely April and not June. The trees have leaves already, the Dogwood has bloomed, but no, I still don’t have my garden plowed. I did notice our neighbor, Delbert Johnson has his plowed and probably planted by now.…
March 25 – Sunday school opened singing a song. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to service. He began by taking prayer requests praise reports. Sis. Lorrinda Coulter led in prayer. Bro. Jack read Matthew 5:13-16 for our devotion. Our little ones sang while offering was received. Testimonies were given by…
3-25-12. Brother Cub Lafferty opened Sunday school with reading the 13th chapter of Psalms. Danny Lee gave the opening prayer for the Sunday school lesson. We studied Acts, chapter 5 and what a great discussion on Ananias and Sapphira on what intent did they have in holding back part of…
Bob, Linda and I were in Mountain Grove on Saturday morning visiting with Bob and Susie. Their church had their monthly fellowship breakfast. We enjoyed visiting with everyone. Sunday I went to church with Bob and Linda and on to Mansfield with them to a fish fry, cake and ice…
We have the greatest cheering section in the entire universe, dear readers. God himself is rooting for you and, he wants you to be blessed in life and be a blessing to others because he loves you. God wants everyone who will, to come and enter into that everlasting love…
FOUND Another dog! This time it is a black and white male bulldog looking, terrier built type, no collar, first seen at Paul and Wanda Dugans place on their porch and then later as it was running up and down Hwy 14 it headed for my kennel building. I…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding spent Monday with me. My grandson, Tim Anderson of Springfield visited me on Tuesday evening. Junior Berry came home from the hospital on Wednesday. He is not feeling very good. Donna and Macee were here on Thursday. Michael Dodson visited me on Friday. Megan Goforth…
Spring fits Champion like a glove. There is nothing about it ‘not to love.’ Dogwoods and lilacs are opening even in the low spots and busy gardeners are planting with the hope that there will not be a nineteen degree night sometime in April. Find Linda’s Almanac to find out…
“Judge not, that ye be not judged,” Matthew 7:1. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday School after we all sang. He read Matthew 5:13-16 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request. Please pray for them all with us. Jr. Berry, Dana and family,…
The Ladies Bible Study group met Thursday morning as they continued the lessons on “The Power of a Praying Life.” Norma Stillings sang a special song, Sunday morning, before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought another message in the series on Bible marriages, “Nabal and Abigail.” The marriage between Nabal and Abigail…
What a beautiful day we had to go worship the Lord today. God has blessed us so much with great weather for the month of March, but then He has blessed us with good weather all winter. Our band this morning sang a hymn, and truly today Jesus had our…
Bonnie Phipps went over and picked Cecilia Edwards up and took her to church Sunday. Last Monday I had two-tenths in my rain gage, last Tuesday I had three-tenths that morning and then from then until Wednesday morning I had three and seven-tenths more, then Friday morning I had five-tenths…
If you are a believer in Jesus Christ and have put your faith in him, you can be encouraged despite any circumstances you may be facing. When you look into the word of God and see what the truth is in Christ, and who you are in Christ, you will be encouraged.…
What a gorgeous week this has been. The sun has been shining and the weather warm. Who could ask for better? I have a hero at church. Larry Hutchinson called this week and told us that he had managed to vacate our friendly neighborhood church skunk. Just in time too,…
FOUND- a very friendly Huskie female puppy, about three months of age with a colored collar, but no identification. She went first to Bob and Dana Wagner’s on Saturday the 17th and they brought her over to my kennel. Wonder of wonders, Sunday afternoon J.J. Roscoe from over on Rd.…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Jo Stephens and I went to Gene and Rheba Pool’s Monday afternoon to play cards. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Wednesday. Donna and Megan Goforth took me to town on Friday. Keith Breeding went fishing Saturday in Warsaw. Eric Stephens…
Sunday, March 18. Thanks be to God for a beautiful day. In the morning service we had a lot of prayer requests – Chris Stacy, a small baby with eye problems, but God knows all about it, Lena H., Don Graham, Harold D. and Jim Evans. We had a very…
The rapid arrival of Spring is a subject getting a lot of attention in Champion. Everything has seemed to bloom at once and lavishly. There are already reports of mushroom finds and big rains on the way give rise to hope that mushroom hunters who have had little luck in…
March 14 – Wednesday evening Caney Church came together singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth was our leader. Wednesday evening we had a good discussion on God’s word. Sis. Janice taught the youth on Joshua leading the Israelites into the land of Canaan. How no one should touch the ark of the…
Sunday, March 18th, with 16 people present, we studied the 4th chapter of Acts. We opened with singing and were blessed by the bass voice of Ronnie Thomas. I have heard a lot of bass singers, throughout my music ministry, but I firmly believe that he is the absolute best…
“And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment,” Mark 12:30. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read John 17:1-5 for the devotion…
Dr. Mickey and Kim Muse of “Strengthening Church Ministries” were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Dr. Muse gave an explanation of the purpose and plan for that ministry. Across America, thousands of church doors have closed because pastors are discouraged and resign or the church comes to an agreement…
I went to church with Bob and Linda on Sunday morning. Susie and Bob were here most of Saturday and cleaned up my yard and mowed it. They fixed me a little garden. I have some plants started from seed in the house. Bob and Linda were in Lebanon on…
Our menu for this week is: Monday, March 26–Cheeseburger, savory potatoes, lettuce, onion, tomato, sherbet. Tuesday, March 27—Manicotti, salad bar, green beans, garlic roll, pudding. Wednesday, March 28—Roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, fruit. Thursday, March 29—Chili dogs, tater tots, carrots, cobbler. Friday, March 30—Cook’s choice. Our…
Our services began with our bluegrass band singing hymns of worship. Brother Bill Coats sang a special song for us. He did a wonderful job. Pastor Buddy’s message this morning was on Tests. None of us like tests, but they are needful to see if we have progressed any in…
Roy and Linda Freeman went to Springfield and brought Cecilia Edwards home from the hospital Friday evening and Bonnie Phipps went over to her daughter’s home and stayed for three days with her. Debbie Cederlind came down Friday evening and went by her sisters, Cecilia, to see how she was…
What beautiful weather we’ve had the last week. It got so warm I was tempted to turn on the air conditioner a time or two, but made myself turn on a fan instead and enjoyed the nice breezes coming through the house from the open windows. The violets and wild…
Dear reader, if you are new to this column and have an inner hunger for something more but have not been satisfied with stuff or money, I would like to invite you to walk along with other readers in a personal relationship with God, for if you have stuff and…
Hello, I know it’s been awhile since I have written to everyone. Things haven’t changed too much. We still have our friendly skunk at church. Larry has poured three bags of concrete filling up his holes. This shunk is more dedicated to church then most people because even with all…
“We contend that for a nation to try to tax itself into prosperity is like a man standing in a bucket and trying to lift himself up by the handle.” –British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) We returned from California on March 5th, a whirlwind trip. It was so…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Debra Reed of Kansas called Monday. She had spent the weekend with her girls, Tiffany and family and Brittany. John and Jo Stephens were in Springfield Wednesday. They also visited Max and Kathy Stephens in Rogersville. Debra called on Wednesday. David,…
“This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it,” Psalms 118:24. We had a very good Sunday school lesson. We are in Acts 9. We move slowly for there is a lot of good stuff in there, kinda like meat and potatoes. Saul…
A favorite Champion song is “May the good Lord bless and keep you, whether near or far away. May you find that long awaited golden day today.” When that golden day comes along Champions know it and are not want to waste a second of it. The past’s nostalgic hold…
Caney came together Wednesday evening with singing and Brother Jim Lafferty was our leader. He took prayer requests and Brother Bill Austin led in prayer. Jim read from, II Chronicles, chapter 6, about Solomon building a beautiful temple for God. Everyone had a great time discussing and reading God’s wonderful…
Opening Sunday school Joe Lafferty read the sixth chapter of Psalms. Lee Hampton prayed the opening prayer. Our lesson was from the 3rd chapter of Acts, which was pretty well self explanatory. Several people forgot to set their clocks up and didn’t show up. We live next door to the…
The Bradleyville students have a week of spring break this week and I know they are all enjoying it a lot. The weather is supposed to be pretty this week and that will help, although the past few years it has been cold and rainy on spring break. I doubt…
The topic of the Ladies Bible Study, Thursday morning, was “Take Control of Your Thoughts.” There is a war going on in our hearts and minds. On one side we have the flesh pulling us away from God and on the other the Spirit that pulls us toward God. We…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, March 19—Polish sausage, mashed potatoes, peas, cornbread, fruit crisp. Tuesday, March 20—Fish sandwich on a bun, vegetable soup, coleslaw, cake. Wednesday, March 21—Meatloaf, baked potato, salad, corn, brownie. Thursday, March 22—Beef stew, cheese biscuit, salad, pudding. Friday, March 23—Soft tacos, lettuce, Mexican corn,…
Well, we lost an hour of sleep Sunday morning but that didn’t seem to slow anyone down. Our worship hour was filled with songs of praise and fellowship and God’s Word. Psalm 32:1-8 was read and the message was entitled “Restless or Resting”. Sometimes in our restless and busy lives…
I hope everyone remembered to set up clocks Sunday and made it to church to worship our Lord and Saviour. Our service started with prayer for people who weren’t feeling well this morning. Then Sister Charlotte Koop sang a beautiful special song for us. We were blessed by the message…
Cecelia Edwards, fell and hurt her knee, then found out she had pneumonia, so they took her to the hospital last Tuesday. Wendee Freeman took Bonnie Phipps up to see Cecelia, Friday, and Bonnie went to church Sunday. Tara brought Jett over last Monday, then James and Mark stopped by.…
As we conclude our study on angels lets do a brief summary. Who are angels? The Bible says they are ministering spirits (Hebrews chapter 1). What do they do? In Hebrews chapter 1 it says they minister to those who are heirs of salvation. When do they minister? Psalm 103…
From the desk of Jamey Herd: Higher Vision did the morning worship service in song on Sunday for Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. There was good attendance for the event and the music was wonderful. The group consists of couples from Hartville and Seymour. A love offering was taken up to…
The family and friends of Chester Taylor, Rondo Prock and Grace Irby all have my sympathy. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Gene and Rheba Pool visited his daughter, Sherry, Monday who was in the Baxter Hospital. Lyle Bushong called me on Tuesday. I called Danny Saturday…
Sunday, February 4, 2012. Have you ever been to the backside of the desert? When Moses went there, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire out of a burning bush and the bush was not consumed. God called to him from the bush, Moses,…
Champions are Grateful for having been spared the worst of the bad weather and extend their sympathies and best wishes for a speedy recovery to those hard hit to the south and west, to the north and to the east. A quote recently heard was, “Be kind to every one…
March 4 – Caney came together Sunday morning with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to service. He took prayer requests. We had so many. The Lord knows all and will answer. Sis. Tracy Shipley led in prayer. Jack read Psalms 8:1-9 for our devotion. Our youth sang while we…
Roy Hampton , opened Sunday school with the reading of the 9th chapter of Matthew, verses 37 and 38, “The Harvest Truly Is Plenteous, But The Laborers Are Few.” He then led in prayer. Our lesson today, was Acts, chapter 2, about being filled with the Holy Spirit or the…
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself,” Matthew 6:33-34. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He…
Darlene Sorensen sang a special song, Sunday morning. Pastor Bob Sorensen brought the third message in a series on Bible Marriages, “Isaac and Rebekah,” from Genesis 24:1-4. Isaac was forty when his father, Abraham, sent his eldest servant away to find a suitable bride for Isaac. It was the custom…
On Sunday Bob, Linda and I went to church. After services, the congregation sang Happy Birthday to me. Amberlyn and Madison, great-granddaughters of Linda, called from McAlester, Oklahoma and visited. Andy and Barb Williams visited us on Friday evening. I visited by phone with Mary “Calhoun” Eads of Grove, Oklahoma.…
Our menu for this week includes: Monday, March 12—Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, California blend vegetables, biscuit, pudding. Tuesday, March 13—Chili, ½ peanut butter sandwich, carrots, cobbler. Wednesday, March 14—BBQ chicken, potato salad, baked beans, fruit. Thursday, March 15—Cashew chicken, steamed rice, egg roll, Oriental vegetables, cookie. Friday, March 16—Roast…
We started the worship service this morning with a song. The words were very true, there will be no sorrow, sickness, or pain in heaven . A group from the church went to Branson on Saturday to help with the cleanup from the tornado. We were blessed by the people…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday and she said she had gone over to Cecilia Edwards to see how she was feeling. There are so many sick folks and they’re not all alike. My brother-in-law, Dale McPheeters had his knee operated on last Tuesday and is doing real well. Nina…
Dear readers we are into our third week of the study of angels and their role in the marvelous redemptive work that God continues to perform for His glory and the salvation of those who will believe and accept Jesus as their Lord and savior. Like the world’s most beautiful…
Do you sleep well? Or, like me do you sleep like a baby, awake every couple of hours? Sometimes this is so frustrating. I do give thanks to God for indoor plumbing! This wasn’t always so. Although raised mostly in Los Angeles there were summertime trips to the home farm…
Reece Goforth went with Cera Longino and her family to Monett Tuesday night to a Mardi Gras dinner. He tried alligator and crawfish. He said he liked them both plus ate a big steak. I fixed dinner for Donna Dodson Tuesday for her birthday. Melanie Breeding and Macee and Tillie…
February 27, what a beautiful day the Lord has given us. Linda Roberts had a very interesting Sunday school lesson for us. There were a lot of questions asked and its very interesting when different thoughts are brought out. There were many prayer requests, Bevy’s ninety year old aunt, Lorene…
Champions find themselves in the delightful circumstance of seeing one of the world’s lovely places become even more lovely. Not that there was anything unpleasant about the Temporary Annex to the Historic Emporium at its location over on the West side of the Square just where Lonnie Krider Memorial Drive…
Feb. 19 – We were way down in number this Sunday morning. We have whole families out sick. Bro. Hi Lambeth led us in prayer. Bro. Jim Lafferty read Romans 4:1-8 for our devotion. We had a very good Sunday school lesson. Praise and Worship began with singing. Singing specials…
Opening Sunday school Joe Lafferty read the third chapter of Psalms. Clara Lafferty prayed the opening prayer. We started the first chapter of Acts today. Lee Hampton got to be here to teach for us. Wilma is some better he says. We discussed the lesson and had our questions and…
Bob and I have gone all winter without getting any of the nasty bugs that have been going around, but they finally caught us. We both had fever, chills, coughing, and Bob had a bad headache and backache. Needless to say, we didn’t enjoy any of the beautiful weather over…
“For the son of man is come to save that which was lost, ” Matthew 18:11. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. Pastor David prayed and Brother Roy read II Peter 1:3-8 for the devotion. He then dismissed us to class. We sang Happy Birthday to Hope…
Paul and Sandra Burbidge and two of their children, Adam and Natalie, were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. The Burbidges are Canadians who are being sent out from Chegoggin Baptist Church of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia to share their burden for lost souls in Eastern Canada and their desire to…
On Sunday, Bob, Linda and I went to church. Bob and Susie were down on Saturday and spent the day with me. Bob repaired my bed and Susie made lunch. Bob and Linda were in Theodosia on Saturday and visited some friends and relatives. Barb, Jack and Miracle were in…
We woke up to a beautiful morning to go worship the Lord and praise Him for everything He does for us . This morning Brother Brian Garrison brought us the morning message as our Pastor and some of our congreation went to Theodosia Mo. to see brother Lester Platt installed…
Debbie Cederlind came down Friday night and stayed all night with her mother, Bonnie Phipps, and then Saturday Moe and Kaylynn Todd came down and when they went back that evening they took Madison, Sydnee and Alexis Freeman with them to stay all night and then Micheal and Wendee Freeman…
Last week we touched briefly on the heirs of salvation and how Almighty God has provided his heirs with ministers who operate in the spiritual and natural realms in service to the heirs. We learned that the heirs of salvation are those who become sons and daughters of God through…
We had a wonderful weekend at our church services. I was beginning to wonder how the morning was going to be when I opened the door of the church and what should I encounter the not-so-wonderful aroma of skunk. You will never know how much I detest the smell of…
Three excellent “R’s” by which to live are: Respect for self; Respect for others; Responsibility for all your actions. I read a book recently that reminded me there is only one person who can control your actions, your temper. That person is you. One can blame, blame, blame parents, society,…
Last Weeks News – Junior Berry came home from the hospital Monday. Debra Reed of Kansas called Wednesday. Gene, Rheba Pool and Jo Stephens were here Thursday evening. Regan Koop spent the night at Megan Goforth’s Friday. Donna Dodson was at the gym Saturday watching her grandkids play ball. Donna…
Champions routinely acknowledge wishes that come true. When the exterior world reels with disannullery for any cause, the gratitude that Champions feel to see something good happen that they had hoped for is genuine and cause for celebration! Reasons for good cheer abound. Harley and Barbara are feeling better. If…
Joe Lafferty opened Sunday school reading the 6th chapter of Psalms then led in prayer. Roy Hampton went to Friendship Church today to preach. Lee Hampton and Daryl were there today. We were really glad to see them. Wilma Hampton is some better. We still needs lots of prayers for…
“Wherefore thou art no more a servant but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ,” Galatians 4:7. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after the singing. He read Romans 4:1-8 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed for the prayer requests then we were dismissed…
Pastor Bob Sorensen brought the second message on Bible Marriages on Abraham and Sarah. All marriages go through certain stages beginning with the “Honeymoon stage” through to the “Golden Years” but in between somewhere in the middle years some problems that have not been addressed properly may lead to a…
I went to church with Bob and Linda Sunday morning and night. Bob and Susie were down on Monday. They had been in Oklahoma for a few days visiting some of her family and doing some work. Bob and Linda enjoyed Saturday afternoon with great-grandchildren, Tyler and Rylee Davis. I…
Pastor Oren asked a very important question this last Sunday for all of us. He asked if we trusted God. He read scripture from Proverbs 3:1-8. First, Proverbs tells us to keep God’s commandments in our hearts and let love and faithfulness never leave us. In verse 5 is says…
Bonnie Phipps said an old friend, Lorene Pare, from Granite City, Illinois called her Friday and wished her a Happy Birthday. She couldn’t remember if it was the 17th or 18th and she was one day early, but they had a good visit. Bonnie was surprised with a birthday party…
Last weekend was so exciting for me to watch the bald eagles near our place on Brushy Creek. They had a huge nest in the top of a Sycamore tree near the creek for many years but last spring it got blown down during a storm. Anyway, that’s what we…
“How many angels does it take to get home safely?” I asked rhetorically while turning from the counter at the feed store Monday. “Just one big one” the clerk replied. Nodding at the response I continued out the door and through the snow to my truck. Like some folks this…
Old man winter has finally arrived. We have a couple of inches of snow on the ground. I do enjoy the beauty of snow, but I do not like driving on it. We can’t really complain, it has been a very pleasant winter. We had a good crowd out for…
I am starting this week’s column early, on Wednesday, Feb. 8th. Why? – To express my disappointment regarding the lack of voter participation in the Presidential Primary election. First, I still do not understand the need for this expensive process that was mandated for us and seen by many as…
Another blessed day the Lord had given. There are many prayer requests this morning, Jerry Caudill, John and Loren, traveling, Lena’s surgery, Bonnie and Bill, Don. G., Lorene Maloney and family, Doug Ingram, Lois Kilgore, Dee’s granddaughter. Lorene is in the hosptial. Special songs this morning were by Missy and…
Champions notice that they like people who look like themselves. They really like people who speak the way that do–or “talk like them,” to illustrate. They often marry people who look like they look. Just study the newspaper to see how often the betrothed or just married pair seems to…
Caney came together Wednesday evening and prayer requests were taken. Sis. Lila Roberts led in prayer. Sis. Janice Lafferty was our leader. She read Psalms 62:1-8. Trust in God for strength to handle any situation. He is our rock. Sunday school began with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone. Sis.…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday school by reading Matthew 7:27-28 and said the opening prayer. Lee Hampton couldn’t attend so Joe Lafferty taught the 20th chapter of St. John for our lesson. When Jesus was resurrected after dying on the cross for you and me; for our salvation. We had questions…
Last Saturday we left at 11:30 a.m. and drove 96.9 miles to Koshkonong to watch the grandkids play basketball. We have grandchildren on the boys’ varsity, girls’ varsity and girl’s junior varsity teams, so we watched the whole thing, from start to finish, along with Koshkonong’s Homecoming, which they held…
There was a Ladies Bible Study, Thursday morning. The topic was “Put Your Hope in the Lord.” Sometime we must wait for the answer to our prayers. We may not see the answer immediately. The Lord can give us peace while we wait. The Lord will not fail us. Several…
This morning was a very cold, but beautiful Sunday morning. My wife had seen on a friends facebook page a comment about Christians; that many were called and a few were frozen, I hope you weren’t one of the one’s that were frozen Sunday. Quite a few couples attended the…
I took my news in last Monday and then got my taxes done. After all that I went over and got my new tags for my car license. That evening I went to my O.E.S. meeting here in Ava. Visitors in my home last Tuesday were Tara Coonce and Jett,…
“Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery.” — Winston Churchill “The siren song of Socialism contains the seeds of destruction that now threaten the very foundations of civilization. Socialism as a disease progresses slowly, but…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here this week. Jo Stephens and I visited Gene and Rheba Pool Monday evening. It was Gene’s birthday. Junior Berry has been in the hosptial. Debra Reed of Kansas called this week. Michael Dodson went to the dentist this week. Macee stayed with me…
This is the day the Lord had made, rejoice and be glad. Prayer requests were asked for Tabitha, Makalia, Mike Carter, Bernie and Lena H., Hesterlee family, Linda Donley, Norma J., Linda P., Don Nash and several more. God hears these requests and sees the needs of all who are…
Champions were wakened with bright moonlight in their faces and the promise of a sunny day ahead. The clear sky made for a cold morning, but Champions know that it is winter and do not complain. Seed catalogues make good reading. A sharp knock on Esther Wrinkles’ door the other…
February 1 – What a good way to start the month. We came together Wednesday evening to sing His praises and to study His wonderful word. Bro. Jim Lafferty opened service taking prayer requests. Bro. Bill Austin led in prayer. Jim read Psalm 37:1-11. We shouldn’t worry over the ones…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday school reading St. Matthew 9:37-38 and led in prayer. Lee and Daryl Hampton was able to attend Sunday school today and Lee taught our Sunday school lesson in St. John, chapter 19. We are about through with this book. Two more chapters and we’ll be ready…
“Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee,” Psalm 119:11. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Luke 18:9-14 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. Pastor David prayed for the prayer requests. Please help us pray for…
The Youth Choir sang a special song, Sunday morning before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message he called, “The Making of Mighty Prayer!” He used Matthew 9:29, 19:26 and Mark 9:32 and 11:24 as the main texts for his message. According to Pastor Sorensen the making of mighty prayer rests…
Preston, William and Conner visited with Barb and Jack over the weekend. Ron, Nancy and Chris also visited. Bob, Linda and I visited with Kevan one day last week and also stopped and stayed a while with Margaret and Delmar. Barb, Jack and Miracle also visited with Margaret and Delmar…
Bonnie Phipps, Roy and Linda Freeman, Cecilia Edwards, Wendee Freeman and Madison all went to Springfield to the Panera Bread Company where they attended a baby shower for Kaylynn Todd. She is Bonnie’s granddaughter. After the shower they all went to Kaylynn’s home and saw how she had decorated the…
I have daffodils that are getting ready to bloom, and I’m afraid they are going to get nipped in the bud! The weather forecast shows some really cold nights later this week. It would take a pretty hard freeze to do that, but gee, it is February, isn’t it? This…
Our God is an awesome God, who is worthy of all glory, honor and praise. He created the stars, planets, moons, and comets. He established the natural laws that allow us to live on this beautiful earth. He made the law of gravity that holds us to the ground and…
I just can’t believe the wonderful weather, we have been enjoying. I do recall it is January and going into February. I heard on the radio the other morning that the Farmer’s Almanac had predicted a mild winter and so far they are calling it right. We had discussed calling…
“And now that the legislators and do-gooders have so futilely inflicted so many systems upon society, may they finally end where they should have begun: May they reject all systems, and try liberty; for liberty is an acknowledgment of faith in God and His works.” - Federic Bastiat, conclusion from a…
Donna Dodson, Macee Breeding and I went to McDonald’s Monday for lunch and their Grand Reopening. Debra Reed of Kansas called on Wednesday. Mike Strong of Kansas visited me and other family members on Thursday. Donna and Macee took me to lunch and shopping on Friday. Reece Goforth spent Friday…
“Come unto me, and ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest,” Matthew 11:28. In the day and time that’s a scripture to hold on to. Wednesday at 7 p.m. is our Bible study with Steve Wilkerson as our teacher. Come join us. Sunday morning,…
Champions hold fast to their confidence and exhort each other today while it is still called “Today.” The weekend in Champion was much improved by a visit from Raymond and Esther Howard. Raymond grew up down in Ozark County on the farm his grandfather homesteaded there. After he finished school,…
January 25 – We came together at Caney Church Wednesday evening to praise the Lord and learn more of His goodness. Bro. Jeff Shipley took charge of the service taking prayer requests and praise reports. We have many concerns, but we know He hears and answers. Bro. Hi Lambeth led…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday school by reading the 3rd chapter of St. John verses 5-17 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton was with us, but Joe Lafferty taught the adult class in St. John 18. The 19th chapter is starting the chapters of the crucifixion. Not too many chapter left…
Sometimes in the past few days it has been hard for me and the birds in my yard to not believe that spring is here. I go outside and it’s wonderful, the birds are singing and I expect to hear the peepers any night now. I know, I know, there…
“The Lord is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him a habitation: my father’s God, and I will exalt him,: Exodus 15:1. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we all sang. He read Psalm 77:11-20 for the…
Darlene Sorensen and Norma Stillings sang a special song, “The Old Time Religion,” to complement Pastor Bob Sorensen’s sermon of that same title. In Jeremiah 6:16 the Lord said, “Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths where is the good way, and walk therein,…
Over the weekend, Barb, Jack and Miracle visited with Terry, Delayna and families to celebrate Chase’s birthday. Leroy also joined them. Preston is in Little Rock Hospital for more physical therapy due to his wreck. He will soon be home. Sue Pickney called and visited with Bob and Linda on…
What wonderful weather God has blessed us with so far this winter. Worship services have been overflowing and we say thank you to God for that. Bro. Oren read scripture from Mark 9:14-29 this past Sunday. Jesus rebuked a spirit from a boy, which his disciples could not. The disciples…
I took my news in last Monday and did a little shopping then I stopped by McDonald’s for a sandwich and met Dwayne and Lora Kay Davis and Sherry Blakey going in and Dwayne bought me my sandwich. Tara brought Jett last Tuesday and that evening James and Lakota stopped…
Hello dear readers. If I were to write that God desires the Believer to be poor, sick, hopeless, faithless, unwise, and selfish, would that be an accurate statement of God’s will? How about if I wrote that God desires the Believer to be prosperous, healthy, hopeful and faithful, wise and…
“We make men without chests and we expect of them virtue and enterprise. We laugh at honor and we are shocked to find traitors in our midst. We castrate and bid the geldings be fruitful…We strip men and women of the certainty that they are created in the image of…
Melanie Breeding, Reece, Quin, Megan and Macee, Donna Dodson and Diana Davis all came by on Monday then they all went to the basketball games at the Middle School. Dalton Watkins went to the ballgame with Diana. Donna and Macee were here on Tuesday and Wednesday. Macee had tubes put…
This is late news from January 15. The morning song specials were by Linda R., Missy B. and a duet by the Pastor and Bevy. The morning message was from Jude. That book of the Bible is one chapter, twenty-five veses. It’s a very interesting book. Take time and read…
Sunday found Champions responding to the slowness of the arrival of the weather front that was promised and described as a warming trend. Stillness marked the damp winter day when the earlier greens turned to gold on the ground and gray as the fog took the tops of the hills…
January 22 – Caney came together to study/ worship the Lord with congregational singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to Sunday school taking prayer requests and praise reports. Bro. Jim Lafferty led us in prayer. Jack read Deuteronomy 7:6-11 for our devotion. We should try to keep God’s commandments. Sis.…
We gathered together at 11 o’clock for church services. We omitted Sunday school for lack of attendance. Roy Hampton took up the morning offering. Arthur Hampton led the offering prayer. We held the questions over until next Sunday. We sang congregational songs. Everyone was hoarse from allergies. We final got…
“Every good and every perfect gifts is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning,” James 1:17. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after congregational singing. He read Deuteronomy 7:6-11 for the devotion and dismissed us to class. The…
The Buntons, Jim and Bonita, of Winterset, Iowa were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Jim and Bonita are visiting churches to share their burden for the Jewish people. It is their plan to start a church in the St. Louis area where there are several congregations of Orthodox Jews…
This week hasn’t been very busy. Sunday we didn’t go to church. The fog was so bad that I felt like it was better to stay home. I’ve kept in touch with my sister, Violet, concerning Hugh’s condition. He is out of the hospital. Bob and Susie came from Mtn.…
Debbie Cederlind came down Friday after work to her mother’s, Bonnie Phipps, and stayed until Saturday evening. Moe and Kaylynn Todd came down Friday also to Bonnie’s home and they ate supper with her and Roy and Sue Freeman and their granddaughters Madison, Sydnee and Alexis, and Cecilia Edwards. Then…
Dear readers, we are continuing in our lesson on knowing the will of God. The more you understand the word of God, the more you will know God and what His will is for your life, and your relationship with God will grow. The word of God is filled with…
It has been another great week, here on our mountain. God is still blessing us with good weather this winter. It’s hard to believe that January is already half over. Sunday at church was our youth night. We had the youth gather in early and we had different things for…
Another week gone by but my, such changes in the weather. We had a good dose of single digit temperatures, a good dusting of snow, and that miserable, bone-chilling wind. Ron took off to go bow hunting with a friend. Randy took off for a few days down south with…
Donna Dodson, Macee Breeding, Diana Davis and Willie were all here on Monday. They got the rest of the Christmas decorations down and put away. Michael Dodson and Bryse came by on Thursday. They and Corrina, Keith and Melanie Breeding all went to Springfield to watch Chase and Reece play…
There is no denying that Champion is a rural community. It is thriving, bustling, full of energy and purpose and “ready to do every good work.” It is also quite green even with the deciduous trees bare and the flowerbeds fallow. Pastures take on the appearance of an antique velvet coverlet…
January 4 – Wednesday evening service at Caney began with singing. A wonderful lesson was brought by Bro. Jeff Shipley. He began taking prayer requests. Sis. Janice taught the youth. They discussed the first five Ten Commandments. A good discussion was had by all. Sunday school opened with singing. Bro.…
We started our services with our lesson in St. John, chapter 16. Joe Lafferty taught our lesson and we discussed the chapter. We don’t lack too many chapters to finish the book of St. John. It’s a good book to study, but all the Bible is. You always learn something…
“But the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord,” Romans 6:23. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after the congregational singing. He read Psalm 81:1-10 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed then Brother Roy dismissed us to class. It…
Bethany Baptist Church had the semi-annual business meeting, Wednesday, evening. One item for discussion was the need for a new bus or van. It was agreed that the church would start a “Bus fund” to be used for that purpose. It was also agreed to purchase a transmitter and receivers…
Bob, Linda and I went to church on Sunday. After church we went to Mansfield and had lunch at the home of Andy and Barb Williams. Others joining us were Jamie, Shawna, Hunter, Grayson and new baby daughter, Jaylyn, also Aimee. On our way home we visited with Barb, Jack,…
Bonnie Phipps said she went over to her daughter, C.C’s home Sunday afternoon. I went last Monday and spent the day with Bessie Hall and had a wonderful time. Carol Moore, Doris Morrison and Hellen Blakey went with Marie Dickey to Mansfield that evening to her O.E.S. Meeting, which was…
I feel like we’ve been blown into Kansas with the way the wind continues to blow. Maybe it will be all blown out by March, who knows? It sure dries out the ground and I know Bob and the rest of the guys that work outdoors probably like that. Being…
Here is a scenario. You are driving a four-lane highway, like Hwy 60, and begin to approach a traffic light, but notice something odd about the light. The red and the green light are both on. Other drivers seem to be getting the same signal because one driver is looking…
I appreciate the Douglas County Herald for the nice gift given to column contributors. This column is #104, which means I’ve been doing Dogwood Ramblings for two years now. Sometimes I don’t know what to write but then, those who know me say they doubt I’ll ever run out of…
Donna Dodson, Quin and Macee Breeding and Megan Goforth were here Tuesday. Chase Dodson and Reece Goforth went to Willow Springs Tuesday and Thursday to play basketball. Mike and Corrina Dodson and Keith and Melanie Breeding went to watch them. Donna and Macee took me to the doctor Wednesday. Thursday…
Sunday, January 8 – there were numerous prayer requests – Doug I., Rylan, Missy B., unspoken, Lee’s, Don G. and Blake. Michael took all these requests to the throne. Our Sunday school lesson was in Acts 3. Everyone has heard the story of the man whom was laid daily at…
The first week of the New Year found Champions out enjoying the good weather. No complaints were registered; though there is an undercurrent of concern about when and if winter will really arrive. Most Champions are pretty sure that there will really be some serious winter at some point. One…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read St. John 5:1-20 and led in prayer. Joe Lafferty taught our lesson in St. John 15, “I am the true vine, and ye are the branches.” It was a good lesson. Lee and Wilma Hampton are still out of church because Wilma is still…
It is still pretty nice weather for January; it was so pleasant a few days I could almost imagine it was spring. I don’t think I was alone because the smell of burning leaves was strong in the air. We used to burn leaves but not anymore I just rake…
“Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised,” Psalm 145:3. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read Genesis 49:22-26 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed then Brother Roy dismissed us to class. Please pray for Doug Ingram, Liviya Wharton, Betty and family, Wanda’s grand baby…
Bethany Baptist Church has a lot going on every week. There is a youth choir practice at 9:15 each Sunday morning, a men’s prayer meeting at 9:30, Sunday school at 10:00, preaching at 11:00. Then special music practice at 4:15, choir practice at 4:45, ladies’ prayer meeting at 5:15, and…
Last Weeks News – Saturday Bob and Linda McCleary took me to Branson sightseeing and we spent the night. We all enjoyed the outing. Chris Johnson came and brought in wood for Bob and Linda McCleary. On Saturday Bob and Linda McCleary attended the birthday party for Devon Johnson, a…
Bonnie Phipps went with C.C. Edwards to church and then they brought the Freeman girls – Madison, Sydnee and Alexis, To Bonnie’s house where they are had dinner and played games until it was time for C.C., Madison, Sydnee and Alexis to go to the movies and watching ALVIN. C.C.…
Welcome to the year 2012. I was watching the news the other night and they were showing the year in review. I know the news has a habit of showing the bad, but I was amazed at all we went through this past year. It started with a blizzard, a…
What is a real friend? This was sent to me so I am sharing. “Seems to me all of this hangs upon one’s definitions of ‘real’ and ‘friend.’ It’s not that difficult to remain socially indifferent (non-judgmental) toward the political, metaphysical, epistemological, ethical, spiritual, persuasions of acquaintances and superficial friends.…
Johnnie and Debra Reed went home Monday and Miguel and Tiffany and kids came home from Mexico Saturday. Donna, Diana and Butch were here Monday. Jo visited Gene and Rheba Tuesday. She came by here and gave me a can of popcorn for Christmas. Juanita Kazenske called Friday. She had…
Wednesday night Bible study, December 28th The last prayer meeting of 2011; time sure flies by. I pray God will bless the Bible study in the coming year and may we all learn more about God’s holy word. Steve Wilkerson is the teacher and the service is at 7:00 PM. …
“Champions stand at the portal of their new year shoulder to shoulder with optimism, purpose, tolerance, curiosity, compassion, love and gratitude.” That was the situation with Champion at the beginning of last year. The same rowdy crowd is at the door again this year. Champion! Hopefully far flung Champions in…
Caney came together Wednesday evening to study the word and praise the Lord. Service began with singing. Bro. Jim began study time taking prayer requests, Sis. Melba Austin led in prayer. Jim read Job 42:1-9, we need to repent be sorry and not repeat our sins. It will be great…
Well here we are another New Year. We started with our lesson in St. John the 14th chapter, “Let not your heart be troubled, you believe in God, believe also in me.” We discussed the lesson, which is pretty plain the way it is. Roy Hampton took up the morning…
Sorry I haven’t gotten any news in the paper for a couple of weeks. I was just plain lazy and busy at the same time if that is possible, and didn’t make the time to sit down and write anything. Maybe it had to do with priorities. It got extremely…
“Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it,” Matthew 7:14. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we sang. He read I Corinthians 10:1-13 for the devotion. I prayed for the prayer requests. Please remember the Stout…
Youth Choir sang a special song, Sunday morning. Bart and Cheryl Roughton and their children sang a special in the evening service. Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message he called, “What will happen in 2012.” We have been told not to boast of tomorrow for we do not know what…
Bonnie Phipps said that her and C.C. Edwards ate New Years dinner at her home and they had black eyed peas. Justin and Tara Coonce and Jett came over last Monday and ate dinner with me and opened their presents and visited a while and I got their pictures before…
Happy New Year! This is the time of year when there are specials on television that summarize the year’s events and put things in order of importance according to the world’s view, and one of the best ways for the new Believer to see how their walk has grown and…
What a truly wonderful time of year this has been. God has blessed us with great weather to get to all the places we needed to go. We had services at church Sunday, and I was pleasantly surprised to see such a large crowd gather for our services. We started…
This is from another e-mail: Ineptocracy (in-ep-toc�-ra-cy) – a system of government where the least capable to lead are elected by the least capable of producing, and where the members of society least likely to sustain themselves or succeed, are rewarded with goods and services paid for by the confiscated…
Donna Dodson, Macee Breeding, and Diana Davis were here on Monday. Those here on Tuesday were Amy Hill, Billy, Jolisa Iott and Willie, Donna, Macee and Diana. David and Donna had to go to their meeting at work Wednesday at noon. Megan, Quin and Macee stayed with me. Those here…
The week between Christmas and New Year’s Day is a special time in Champion. The stresses and pressures of having to have been good are all over; sweet connections with family and dear friends have been reconnected; a few days of wonderful left-overs ease the cooking burden and a little…
December 21 – Caney Church came together to praise and worship the Lord. Services began with singing. Bro. Hi Lambeth was our leader this week. Prayer requests were taken. Bro. Jim Lafferty led in prayer. Bro. Hi read the Christmas Story from Luke 2. This baby whose birthday we celebrate…
We didn’t have Sunday school today so pastor Joe Lafferty spoke on the 2nd chapter of Luke, verse 15 through 20 and led in prayer – The Christmas Story. We sang Christmas carols and Joe Lafferty’s children and grandchildren sang as well as Jean and Rick Crawshaw. Danny and Michele…
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder; and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace,” Isaiah 9:6. For God so loved the world He gave His…
Bethany Baptist Church met at 11:00 Sunday morning for a special Christmas service. Dan Stillings and the Jubilee Singers presented “One Star,” an anthem about that one special birth that proved to be the light of all mankind. Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message, “The “When, What, Why, and Where…
We hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas with your family and friends. On Friday, Bob and Linda McCleary got word that Bob’s mother, Mary McCleary, had passed away which saddened our hearts. Later that day several of the family visited with Bob and Linda and brought in food. Others…
Ken and Debbie Cederlind and Moe and Kaylynn Todd came down Saturday evening and stayed all night with Bonnie Phipps and then they all went out to Roy and Linda Freeman’s for Christmas. Those present for dinner and opening gifts were Bonnie Phipps, Cecilia Edwards, Ken and Debbie Cederlind, Moe…
Merry Christmas to you all, dear readers. During this Christmas season it is my prayer that each reader receives a fresh revelation of Jesus and the love that God has for you through Jesus. If you want to get closer to God I have good news- you can be as…
Merry Christmas to everyone, I don’t know about you, but I have made my list and checked it twice. I hope I have everything about done. I know this season sometimes seems to bring out the worst in people, or so it seems when you are out shopping. In reality…
“Never look down on anybody, unless you’re helping them up”. I recently received this on the Internet and wanted to share it with you. Such good advice! Do you remember reading of the elves that spruced up my place the day after Thanksgiving? Well, last Tuesday two of those elves…
Diana Davis, Jolisa Iott, Willie, Donna Dodson, Quin and Macee Breeding and Reece Goforth were all here on Monday. Debra Reed of Kansas called Monday. She said Johnny and his boss were gone to Florida fishing. Brittany had shut her finger in the car door, but it wasn’t broken. Diana,…
We had a good Wednesday night service, December 14th. We had several praise reports which really is uplifting. Sometimes we forget God is always on the throne. Sunday morning, December 18, seven days until we once again celebrate our Lord’s birth. We had a very good morning service. Gary’s message…
Having food and raiment, Champions are there with content. They do good, are rich in good works, ready to distribute and willing to communicate. The pre-Christmas condition in Champion is but little changed from the rest of the year. Festive lights and lighter than average hearts make Champion the ideal…
We didn’t have Sunday school, so we had church at eleven o’clock. We took up morning offering. Jessie Lafferty led the offering prayer. We had congregational singing. Ashley and Jessie Lafferty, Ronnie Thomas, Susie Sisco, and Joe Lafferty did specials. Joe Lafferty preached the morning sermon in Philipians 2:1-13. We…
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord” Pastor David opened Sunday school for Brother Roy Frye who was with family. Our hearts go out to the whole Stout family. He read Phillipians 4:15-20 for the devotion, took prayer…
The ladies met Thursday morning for a Bible Study on replacing doubt with unwavering faith. Doubt leaves one unprotected against the attacks of the enemy of our souls. If one doubts the truth of the scripture’s testimony about creation, or if one doubts the resurrection of Jesus Christ, then one…
I attended Sunday morning church services and that evening we had our Christmas get-together and gift exchange at church. We enjoyed fellowship and lots of goodies to eat. Max and Pauline Singleton of Washington called and Linda and I had a nice visit with them. Several visits by phone have…
I talked with Bonnie and she said that the only news she had for me was that she went to church Sunday but she would have some next week. Violet Blakey stopped by last Monday for a while and Cathy Cornett came by after she dropped her two kids off…
As we have gone along together in our study of the Bible, we have learned that the teachings of Jesus have deeper spiritual truths. The Lord taught them through simple sounding parables, but they had profound spiritual consequences. It is the same with his teaching on forgiveness in Matt 18: 21-35. …
I was in trouble at church this weekend. Guess what for, for not getting my article in the paper again last week. I made up all kinds of excuses, which I thought sounded pretty well, but they were just excuses. Sometimes we do that in our lives too. God wants…
Last week was such a very sad one. The horrible loss of Gary and Chad Lee on top of all the misery the family has had the last couple of years. Then there was the loss of Patrick Bohn, husband of my very good friend Trish. Notifications to be made,…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. They and Bryse Dodson, Megan Goforth and Quin Breeding were here on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Those here on Friday were Donna and David, Michael, Melanie and Macee. Debra Reed of Kansas called this week. Reece Goforth played in the Band…
December 11 – Prayer requests were many – Lorene Maloney, Larry Chance, Elaine Coonts, Crystal Lee, Linda R. family and special unspoken – Missy B. The morning message was Matthew 10:26-38. Fear not them which kill the body, but him that is able to destroy both soul and body. We…
Saturday morning broke cold and clear–a sparkling twelve degrees with the moon setting in Champion about six thirty, already gone from view when the last lunar eclipse of 2011 took place. Perhaps the summertime eclipse coming in 2014 will give Champions a better view. Meanwhile early birds traveling to and…
Wednesday evening we came together at Caney singing Christmas carols. The adults talked about how we each will stand in judgment on our own. The young people began studying the Ten Commandments a very important study. Sunday School began with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone and prayer requests and…
Opening Sunday school, Roy Hampton read the 18th chapter of Ezekiel, 21st verse, and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the 12th chapter of St. John. We had questions and answers. Roy Hampton took up morning offering. Joe Lafferty led the offering prayer. The congregation sang. Susie Sisco sang some…
“And she brought forth her first-born son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn,” Luke 2:7. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday School after we sang. He read Hebrews 13:17-22 for the devotion. Pastor David prayed…
Bethany Baptist Church had a float in the Ava Area Christmas. We did not win a prize, but we saw some very nice floats that did win. Our message that rang out with the bells of Christmas was that Jesus Saves. Tim and Jackie Long, and their son, Levi, long…
I had an early Christmas get-together with my family on Saturday. We had a lot of good food and twenty of us filled the house. I had my kids, grandkids and great grandkids. None of my great-great grandkids were able to make it. It’s a busy time of year. Friday…
The season of Jesus Christ’s birth is upon us. Soon, all the hoopla and shopping and shipping and running will be behind us. But, before we succumb to the busy rush of the last few days before Christmas, let’s reflect on what the season means to us. Jesus Christ was…
Debbie Cederline came down Saturday and her and Bonnie Phipps and Cecilia Edwards went over and watched the Christmas parade Saturday then Debbie went home that evening. James Blakey and Gary Shelton visited in my home last Monday morning before going to work. Mary Martha Williams came that evening and…
We enjoyed a good Christmas program at New Mansion Church last Sunday night. Several skits were performed along with the Nativity and some special songs. “Happy Birthday Jesus” was sung by a beautiful little angel in the form of Heidi Todd, and “Beautiful Star of Bethlehem” was performed bluegrass style…
To forgive or not to forgive, is it that important? Jesus says it is. The choice that we make to forgive or not forgive has benefits or consequences, just like every choice we make. When you choose to believe in Jesus as your savior -snap- in that instant- you are…
I went to the Collector’s Office to have a repartee with the gals there before handing over money for property taxes. I called them vampires (with a smile) and they were just as sweet and nice as always. Of course, I complain about having to pay taxes on the house,…
My sympathy to the Lee family on the loss of their loved ones. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Macee and Quin Breeding and Megan Goforth stayed with me Monday evening while Melanie and Keith went to Hollister to the basketball game. Mike, Corrina and Bryse Dodson…
Geese are headed south these days. An interested Champion learned that waterfowl frequently prefer to fly at night since the air remains relatively stable with lighter winds and less dramatic pressure and temperature gradients. In the daytime hawks and eagles use thermals, air currents caused by the warming earth, to…
December 4- Sunday school opened with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed everyone to services. Prayer requests and praise reports were taken. We have many concerns and blessings. Sis. Lorrinda Coulter led in prayer. Jack read Hebrews 6:13-20 for our devotion. Testimonies were given by Lorrinda Coulter, Jeff Shipley, Laurena Mitchell,…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read the sixth chapter of Matthew verses 19-21 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the lesson in St. John, chapter 11. We had questions and answers and a discussion on them. We learn a lot. We asked questions for next week. We took up…
The white dog with large, light brown spots on his hind quarters that I mentioned last week that was on DD Highway has migrated northeast a mile or so and is now at Julie and Scott’s house. He just showed up there one morning last week and growled a little…
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me,” Philippians 4:13. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we all sang. He read Hebrews 6:13-20 for the devotion then dismissed us to class. Brother Bobby Turley took up the tithes and offerings. Dailyn Stanifer and Hunter Adams did the…
The Ladies met Thursday morning to continue their Bible study, “The Power of a Praying Life” by Stormie Omartian. Prayer is important in the lives of the people at Bethany Baptist Church. The men meet for prayer before Sunday School, Sunday morning and the women meet for prayer before church…
I went with Bob and Linda to Springfield on Friday. We went to visit with Sue, Clay, Rex and Bob’s Mom, Mary. She is not very well. Barb, Jack, Miracle and Megan visited with Bob, Linda, myself and had supper with us on Saturday evening. I visited by phone with…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday evening and she said she didn’t make it to church, but was doing okay. Violet Blakey came by last Monday morning and James Blakey brought Jett by and Tara picked him up when she got off from work, then I took my news in…
Carl and Neressa Ray spent Thanksgiving with their daughter, Sue, and her husband, Darrel Graham, of Ava. Joining them for dinner were the Grahams’ son, Travis, and his family from Kansas, and their daughter, Tammy Lakey, and husband Gary and children of Ava. Neressa says Sue is a good cook…
The cold has settled in, the Thanksgiving holiday has passed, and we are on our way toward celebrating the birth of the baby Jesus, the savior of the world. This is also the time family and friends gather together. As much as the time together can be pleasant, there may…
It’s amazing how fast the holidays come and go. We barely get through with Halloween and then it’s time for Thanksgiving and on to Christmas. I must tell you, I had some wonderful Thanksgiving meals this year and memories to store for later use. It started with our Thanksgiving dinner…
Such a week since I last wrote for this column! Ron, Arlene, Rex and I made a whirlwind trip to Minnesota and North Dakota to join with the Boeddeker family for the 80th birthday of Willie’s younger brother Henry “Swede”, and to visit with friends and also, some of my…
Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here Monday and Tuesday. Quin and Macee stayed with me Tuesday evening for awhile. Melanie Breeding took Quin to the doctor Tuesday. Diana Davis, Amy Hill, Dalton, Axle and Challa, Donna Dodson, Reece, Megan, Quin and Macee were here Wednesday to help do some…
Sunday, November 27 – Greetings in Jesus name. I hope everyone had a great week. This time of year in the hurry and scurry of baking, shopping and the endless lists to fill do we take time to remember what we are celebrating? Prayer requests for this morning were Wanda…
As in all years past, Champions digest their Thanksgiving dinner in a tryptophanic haze awash in Love and Gratitude. To sit at the table with dear family and friends year after year, watching the children grow and the adults grow richer in understanding as they see themselves change as rapidly…
November 16 – We met at Caney Church Wednesday evening and began services with singing. Bro. Bill was our leader. He took our prayer requests. We have lots to be thankful for this time of Thanksgiving. Sister Lila led us in prayer. Bro. Bill taught from the 18th chapter of…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read St. John 4:13 and said the prayer. Lee Hampton taught the lesson in St. John 10. We had questions for next week. Wilma Hampton still wasn’t in attendance. We really need to pray for her. Lee Hampton led the offering prayer. Roy Hampton took…
“When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt bless the Lord they God for the good land which he hath given thee,” Deuteronomy 8:10. Pastor David opened Sunday school after we all sang. We sure missed Brother Roy and others who were gone. Pastor David read Psalm 37:1-8…
Several of the Bethany Baptist Church family made trips for Thanksgiving visits away from here. Pastor Bob, Darlene, and Sally Sorensen had Thanksgiving with her parents, Don and Doris Taschner, in St. Louis. They arrived back home Saturday. Jim and Ruby Corder made a weekend visit with their son, Rod…
We stayed home from church on Sunday as Bob wasn’t feeling well. I visited by phone with Nora, Violet and Mary Eads this past week. Bob, Linda and I enjoyed Thanksgiving in their home with thirty-three family members and friends, and that night Harold, Bob and Linda visited with Kevan…
Chris and Courtnie Vigessa and Wylie came in from North Dakota and stayed at her sister, Kaylynn Todd’s home for Thanksgiving. They stayed until Sunday. Ken and Debbie Cederlind came down Wednesday to her mother, Bonnie Phipps’ and stayed until Sunday. Bonnie Phipps Thanksgiving dinner guests were Roy and Linda…
Sure has turned cold. Who’d a thunk it? It’s time, but I do dread the cold and will be happy for every mild day we have. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner with our family, and lots of good food. We all ate a lot and had a great time…
Happy Thanksgiving dear readers! How many things can you think of in one minute that you are thankful for? Blue sky, love of family and friends, warm shoes and gloves, a running car, paid bills, full pantry, laughter and hugs. Most of all I’m thankful to God who made the…
One thing about the weather here in the Ozarks, you can be sure it will change quickly, no matter the season of the year. Of course, this isn’t what happened this last summer with three weeks of very high temps….and soon we shall be wishing it to be summer again.…
I want to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. Jo Stephens and Donna Dodson visited me on Monday. Donna and Macee Breeding came by on Tuesday. Quin Breeding was sick on Wednesday. Donna took him to the doctor and he had strep. He and Macee stayed with me awhile while…
Giving thanks for God’s Son and His many blessings at this time of the year and all year long too. The morning service prayer requests were many. Bill Bolding went to the hospital early Sunday morning, residents at Heart of the Ozarks, John and Lauren traveling, Patty, travel grace, Chad’s…
Champions find Gratitude easy. Much needed rain has settled the dust and hunters have taken their prizes home with them leaving the country side wonderfully quiet again. Things can get back to normal just as the Champion Thanksgiving Day Parade forms up. Look for a full report next week. If…
This Monday morning is without sunshine and will be raining by the afternoon with the promise of a good day Thursday, Thanksgiving. I will be in the Ava area with Dave and Cathy and dinner at Donna’s. Sunday was a damp day, but all was faithful and came to church.…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read the 21st chapter of Proverbs, verse 8-12 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught our lesson in the book of St. John the 9th chapter. Jesus heals the blind man. We always have a good discussion on our lessons. Roy Hampton took up the…
Another deer season has come and gone and I hope all you deer hunters out there got what you wanted. I think most deer hunters want that big buck and it seems like several nice bucks were harvested this year, but from the conversations I overheard I don’t think the…
“Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,” Ephesians 5:20. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after everyone sang. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request. Brother Roy read Isaiah 12 for the devotion then dismissed classes. Brother Bobby…
Everybody’s favorite missionary, Tommy Tillman, and his grandson, Jordan Rauch, were guests at Bethany Baptist Church, Sunday. Maybe the main reason that Tommy is so well loved is that he has loved the Lord so much that he reflects God’s love for some of the poorest people of the world,…
Debbie Cederlind came down after work Friday evening to see her mother, Bonnie Phipps and stayed until Saturday evening. Violet Blakey took me to Ozark to see my doctor about my neck. Carol Moore took Marie Dickey to Mansfield to her O.E.S. meeting last Monday night. Last Tuesday I had…
A lot has been going on around our mountain the past two weeks. I know a lot of people are out deer hunting. It all started with the youth season. Several took their kids out and taught them how to hunt and hopefully get a deer. I know a few…
Ron Boeddeker and daughter, Reanna, arrived safe and sound last Tuesday from Alaska after a four and a half day and night drive. Ron pulled a small trailer loaded with some of his tools, 200 pounds of caribou meat, and horns from 4 caribou strapped on top. He sure gets…
My sympathy to the Solomon family on the loss of their son. Diana and Butch Davis, Jolissa Iott and family were here on Monday. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding visited several days this week. Jo Stephens visited here and Gene and Rheba Pool on Monday. Keith and Melanie Breeding and…
Opening Sunday morning services were started by Norma read John 14:1-6. In the troubling times we are living in, this scripture can soothe us, “let not your heart be troubled.” There were many requests for prayer, Marty and Marla Solomon, Larry Chance, Lorene M., Lena Hutchison, Larry Hampton and family,…
Hunting season is always exciting in Champion. Stories around the stove in the Mercantile include descriptions of just how the buck came over the rise and just how he quartered just so and then turned to present a perfect target and then fell in his tracks. Hunters have been telling…
November 9 – Caney came together Wednesday evening with singing. Bro. Jeff was our leader. He took prayer requests. Sis. Melba led us in prayer. Bro. Jeff taught from Romans 6. This was a very good teaching. Everyone read and commented on their scriptures. Sis. Janice taught our young ones.…
Roy Hampton opened Sunday school reading Matthew 9:37-38 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the 8th chapter of St. John’s for our lesson, women takien in adultery. Jesus said He that is without sin among you, let him cast a stone at her. When they all left, Jesus asked…
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever,” Psalm 23:6. Brother Roy Frye opened Sunday school after we all sang. Pastor David prayed for the request. Brother Roy read (without glasses) Matthew 22:34-40 for…
The Jubilee Singers sang a special song before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought his message, “Thankfulness is the road back to God.” Three hundred ninety years ago the Pilgrims had the first Thanksgiving dinner. The harvest was in, but those that had survived the previous winter knew that they faced another…
Sunday and Sunday night was church with Bob and Linda. Preston gave a talk at Thornfield House of Prayer, our church, about his accident and recovery in progress. We sure enjoyed the service. Bob, Linda and Billie Gail went to see Mary, (Bob’s mother) on Monday. She is now bedfast…
Carol Moore came and got me last Monday. We then went over and picked up Marie Dickey. After that we went over to the lodge hall for our O.E.S meeting. Last Monday I received a half an inch of rain in my gage, three and one-tenths of an inch last…
Dear readers, it is time to share a laugh again. Believers have a lot to laugh about through serious moments in life and God gave us the gift of laughter. He created us in His image, and God has a sense of humor. He tells us that laughter is good…
Not much news to share this time. Eva White called on Saturday as she wasn’t aware of the horse incident just down the road and wanted more details. Eva is doing fine. Ron Boeddeker called that he was heading to Missouri on Nov. 4th – his birthday, bringing quite a…
I had lots of trick or treaters Monday night. We didn’t count them, but gave out 15 bags of candy. Diana Davis came and helped give it out. Reece, Quin, Megan, Macee, Challa, Axle, Dominick, Cedrick, Ashlyn, Kelly, Emily and Dylan all came by. Butch and Diana Davis, Amy Hill,…
Wednesday Bible study and the young people meeting were enjoyed by all. Bible study teacher is Steve Wilkerson and Chad and Chantelle Emerson are the young people’s teacher. Sunday morning service was simply great. Connie and Leah Lee were in the morning service. They have been having health problems and…
Champions find themselves in pretty good shape to start out the week. With much needed rain on the way, the garden harvest in, winter’s wood in the shed and a little brighter start to every morning with the time change, there is no complaint to be had by anyone around. …
November 6 – Sunday school began with singing. Bro. Jack Essary welcomed all to service. Sis. Laurena Mitchell led us in prayer. Jack read Psalms 32:1-5 for devotion. After Sunday school Happy Birthday was sung to Charlee Lafferty, Janice Lafferty and Jenna Mills. Testimonies were given by Jim Lafferty, Jeff…
It’s Monday again. Seems like time is moving on so fast. I think it rained all night from the way it looks today and the sun is coming out and warming up. The leaves are coming down fast and heavy. Cathy reports that our Sgt. Clifton in Kuwait is calling…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read the 16th chapter of Mark 12th verse and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the 7th chapter of St. John for our lesson. We omitted questions and answers because Wilma was ill. She also lost her brother, Elwood Williams. We took up the morning…
Did anybody feel the earthquake last Saturday night? I saw on Facebook that several around here felt it, my granddaughter Danielle said she woke up and the mirror on her dresser was shaking and making a little noise. Bob and I were coming home from Mountain Grove and were probably…
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want,” Psalm 23:1. Pastor David opened Sunday school for Brother Roy Frye after singing by the congregation. Brother Roy had some eye surgery and finished up the Sunday school. Pastor David prayed for the prayer request. Please pray for Betty Satterfield, Ernest…
The ladies met for their Bible Study, Thursday morning. They are doing a study that was written by Stormie Omartian, “The Power of a Praying Life.” One of the keys to a successful prayer life is in maintaining a right heart. Another key, that is being studied this week, is…
I went to church with Bob and Linda Sunday morning and I rested Sunday night while they went back to church. We had some gusts of wind the other night that fell a dead tree down. It went down on some power lines and I was out of power for…
I talked with Bonnie Phipps Sunday night and she said had went to church. George and Violet Blakey dropped by last Monday while they were in town. My only trick or treaters were Johnathan, Annie and Alexia, Cathy, Tyler and Kayla. I had given the other kids their treats earlier.…
As we continue into our third week of learning to study our Bible, it occurred to me that some dear readers may be asking themselves the same question that I would have asked as a young believer, which is “Wouldn’t it be easier to just make a list of how…
Hello, I hope you have enjoyed the beautiful colors of nature that God has given us this year. Just the drive home from work has shown us some amazing views. Many people have tried to paint and photograph such scenery, but no one can truly capture God’s work of art.…
My telephone, mailbox and computer were busy last week with so many wonderful birthday wishes. This is in addition to a birthday party at the Chriss’ home a week ago and then Rex and Arlene taking me to Nakato’s Steakhouse for supper. I still can’t wear shoes. Good thing I…
Happy Birthday November 4th to Dominick Bristol, November 5th to Chase Dodson, Melanie Breeding the 19th and Kendra Iott the 23rd. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. Rheba Pool came by also. Gene and Rheba Pool and Lonnie Pool went to Springfield Tuesday to visit Darren Pool.…
Greeting in the name of the Lord. Sunday morning services, God has blessed us with another beautiful day. Prayer requests were asked for Larry Chance, Zelda Graham, Becky Burton, Reba N. Let us also remember the Linda Roberts family who lost a husband, father, and grandfather and we the church…
Last Weeks News – When Champions get in the mood to celebrate, they do it right. The weather was perfect for the occasion and the crowds came pouring in. The Western entry to the square was cordoned off to vehicular traffic and auxiliary parking was made available in a nice…
October 19 – We sang our openning hymn Wednesday evening at Caney. Bro. Jeff Shipley welcomed all. He took prayer requests. Bro. Jim Lafferty led in prayer. Jeff asked the question, “Why?” He read Romans 8:28, and several out of Acts. Things happen and we ask, “Why but some where…
This is a beautiful Monday. The warm sunshine feels good. Daylight Savings Time ends on next Sunday for once. I will be ready for that time. The dark mornings are too long for me. The leaves are falling and lots everywhere. The trees are taking on beautiful color this year.…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read the 22nd chapter of Matthew verses 36-40, and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught our lesson in the 6th chapter of St. John. We had our questions and answers. Ronnie Thomas still is trying to ask the hardest questions. He does a pretty good…
The fall colors of the timber have been absolutely spectacular this year. There was one or two days when they were at the peak of color. I was driving home from work last Wednesday and they were just so brightly colored and beautiful it was hard to concentrate on driving…
“The harvest truly is great, but the laborers are few, pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth laborers into his harvest,” Luke 10;2. We had a wonderful day in the Lord as we honored Pastor David with an apprecation dinner. We appreciate all who…
Dan Stillings sang a special song before Pastor Bob Sorensen brought a message from 1 Kings 17:1-24 on “Elijah’s example for the 21st Century Christian.” All who serve God will undergo testing and trials. Each trial prepares you for something down the road. That something may be financial difficulties or…
Sunday was a busy and enjoyable day. I went with Bob and Linda to visit Bob and Susie at their church at Mtn. Grove. We also went to hear a singing group at Church of the Living God on Sunday night. Jackie and Dusti of Lebanon visited Bob and Linda…
Sunday morning found us in the Word and the scripture was from Matt.18:1-14. Jesus talked about keeping our priorities straight, watching so we don’t stumble and are not a stumbling block to others and to help others and ourselves away from those temptations. He also talks about leaving the 99…
Moe and Kaylynn Todd came down Friday afternoon to her grandmother’s, Bonnie Phipps, and then they all went over to see Cecilia Edwards for a while and that evening the Todds went back home. Debbie Cederlind came down Friday evening to Bonnie’s and stayed until Saturday afternoon with her mother…
Ocotber 12 – Wednesday evening service at Caney began with singing. We had a time of special appreciation for three special prayers that have been answered just the past few days. Bro. Bill was our leaders tonight. We have still lots more prayere we are asking God to answer. Bro.…
My sympathy to the families of Judy Orwick Boykin and Eddie Berry. John and Jo Stephens attended Judy’s funeral. Melanie Breeding was home sick on Monday. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here several days this week. I had a phone call from Juanita Kazinske of Illinois on Thursday. Regan…
Laura Farewell may be the only one of our neighbors still enjoying fresh tomatoes right from the vine. She had the foresight to plant her tomatoes in tubs this year, and a few weeks ago, when the first signs of fall appeared, she moved them into her greenhouse. Right away,…
We are in the second week of ways to study our Bible, which will cover what some folks call “reading the Bible thru”. Last week we learned to lean on the guidance of the Holy Spirit who lives in our hearts for the Bible says He is our teacher. Another…
Usually I start pecking at the keyboard for this column mid week or so. However, this past week has been different and I have been sort of laid up. There is an old saying that the young can’t seem to remember; that of “when you find a gate open leave…
My sympathy to the Agnes Uhlmann family. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding were here on Monday. They and Bryse Dodson, Quin Breeding and Megan Goforth were here Tuesday after school. Melanie Breeding took Quin to see his doctor on Tuesday. Donna went to watch Quin and Bryse play Mighty Mite…
Mid-week service, Ocotber 19, was from Jude, a one chapter book of the Bible, Jude is telling about the false teacher, certain men who have crept in unawares. It admonished us, “Hold to the true faith.” Read the whole chapter, pay special attention to verse 20 and 21 and the…
When Champions get in the mood to celebrate, they do it right. The weather was perfect for the occasion and the crowds came pouring in. The Western entry to the square was cordoned off to vehicular traffic and auxiliary parking was made available in a nice flat Fox Creek Farm…
This weather is great after a cold spell midweek. Just in time for my Florida guest to arrive Friday afternoon. Skip and Billie came and we all had a great time. We went to Ava and had dinner at the Hitching Post with Dave and Cathy. Saturday night we all…
Opening Sunday school Roy Hampton read St. John 5:39 and led in prayer. Lee Hampton taught the adult class the 5th chapter of St. John and we all discussed the chapter. That’s when you learn a lot. We had questions and answers and more for next week. Arthur Hampton asked…
We had a busy and great time over the weekend, starting with the Fall Festival at church. The weather was gorgeous, simply a perfect fall day to enjoy all the activities. There was lots of singing, visiting, and a hayride to the pumpkin patch. In the evening we all gathered…
