Prayer for Today, Friday, February 28

Lord,

Scriptures tell us You know our hearts and often we don’t know how to pray as we ought, yet Your Spirit intercedes for us with sighs too deep for words. Please intercede in these moments, Dear God. We come to You in our weakness and surrender our all. We desire to live in the strength of Your embrace. Here we are. We pray in Jesus name, AMEN.

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Willo Clark will have surgery on her throat next Monday @ 10:00 A.M. at Bass Hospital.

 

Liz Beaty is at M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Mary Garrison is in St. Mary’s with pneumonia.

 

Marianna Powell is in St. Mary’s hospital.

 

Marietta Henson is in St. Mary’s hospital recovering from surgeries on her leg and hip.

 

Gary Hula’s father, Otto, is in the hospital in Caldwell, Kansas, and is very ill.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Looking ahead: Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, is next Wednesday, March 5^th. We will have our traditional Ash Wednesday service at 6:00 p.m. that evening in the SANCTUARY. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please note the change in location.

 

Also, as a personal Lenten discipline, I will be again leading Lenten Morning Prayers at 7:00 a.m. beginning  Thursday, March 6^th, also in the Chapel. As before, these will be brief services of personal prayer, scripture reading, and contemplative music (Taize) lasting around 20 minutes. I will be there every morning, Monday through Saturday, until Easter. You are welcome to join me.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, February 27

Living God,

We are reminded there is more grace in You than there is sin in us, but often we cheapen that grace. We take it for granted, knowing that Your loving forgiveness has no bounds. You know our hearts. Forgive us, O Lord. As we stand before You may we truly desire to live as those redeemed. Help us to allow Your grace to transform us. May passion for telling and being the Gospel Good News engulf us. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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Willo Clark will have surgery on her throat next Monday @ 10:00 A.M. at Bass Hospital.

 

Liz Beaty is at M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Mary Garrison is in St. Mary’s with pneumonia.

 

Marianna Powell is in St. Mary’s hospital.

 

Marietta Henson is in St. Mary’s hospital recovering from surgeries on her leg and hip. Marietta appreciates all the prayers, but she has requested no visitors.

 

Gary Hula’s father, Otto, is in the hospital in Caldwell, Kansas, and is very ill.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Looking ahead: Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, is next Wednesday, March 5^th. We will have our traditional Ash Wednesday service at 6:00 p.m. that evening in the Chapel. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

 

Also, as a personal Lenten discipline, I will be again leading Lenten Morning Prayers at 7:00 a.m. beginning  Thursday, March 6^th, also in the Chapel. As before, these will be brief services of personal prayer, scripture reading, and contemplative music (Taize) lasting around 20 minutes. I will be there every morning, Monday through Saturday, until Easter. You are welcome to join me.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, February 26

Great Spirit of Love,

Life is a journey and You are our guide. The road is generally easy, yet there are times when our way is difficult. O God, You are both our companion and our destination. Forgive us when we take short cuts. Forgive us, Gracious God, when we create easy detours to avoid the rough spots and to meet our own desires. May we trust in You, O Lord. We pray You will take us by the hand and lead us. In Jesus name, AMEN.

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Willo Clark will have surgery on her throat next Monday @ 10:00 A.M. at Bass Hospital.

 

Betty Unruh has been dismissed from St. Mary’s hospital.

 

Arlene Parrack is still in skilled nursing at Greenbrier.

 

Liz Beaty is at M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Marietta Henson is in St. Mary’s hospital recovering from surgeries on her leg and hip. Marietta appreciates all the prayers, but she has requested no visitors.

 

Gary Hula’s father, Otto, is in the hospital in Caldwell, Kansas, and is very ill.

 

Nola Hill, Rick’s mother, fell and broke her shoulder. She is recovering at home.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Looking ahead: Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, is next Wednesday, March 5^th. We will have our traditional Ash Wednesday service at 6:00 p.m. that evening in the Chapel. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

 

Also, as a personal Lenten discipline, I will be again leading Lenten Morning Prayers at 7:00 a.m. beginning  Thursday, March 6^th, also in the Chapel. As before, these will be brief services of personal prayer, scripture reading, and contemplative music (Taize) lasting around 20 minutes. I will be there every morning, Monday through Saturday, until Easter. You are welcome to join me.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, February 25

Dear Lord,

O God, Your inspiration has given us the wonderful words of life we read in scripture. We thank You for those faithful people of old who sought You and expressed their journey in songs, prayers, hymns and stories. May these stories become our story as we seek to live our faith. Forgive us when we make the Bible an icon to be worshipped. Rather, Loving God, may it be a living document and may its words be a means for Your Word to be known by us. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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Betty Unruh has been dismissed from St. Mary’s hospital.

 

Arlene Parrack is still in skilled nursing.

 

Liz Beaty is at M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Marietta Henson is in St. Mary’s hospital recovering from a broken leg. She fell again Friday and dislocated her hip, requiring additional surgery. Marietta appreciates all the prayers, but she has requested no visitors.

 

Gary Hula’s father, Otto, is in the hospital in Caldwell, Kansas, and is very ill.

 

Nola Hill, Rick’s mother, fell and broke her shoulder. She is recovering at home.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Looking ahead: Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, is next Wednesday, March 5^th. We will have our traditional Ash Wednesday service at 6:00 p.m. that evening in the Chapel. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

 

Also, as a personal Lenten discipline, I will be again leading Lenten Morning Prayers at 7:00 a.m. beginning  Thursday, March 6^th, also in the Chapel. As before, these will be brief services of personal prayer, scripture reading, and contemplative music (Taize) lasting around 20 minutes. I will be there every morning, Monday through Saturday, until Easter. You are welcome to join me.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore   

 

Prayer for Today, Monday, February 24

O Lord Our Lord,

We yearn for simplicity even as we are inundated with noise and images and clutter. We yearn to be as children, standing in awe of the amazing world around us. We long for times of trust, truth and honesty. In the midst of our yearning, O God, help us to realize that we are often the problem. We have bought into a life of hectic busyness, of rapid fire images, of jingles and sound bites. Give us the strength and courage, O Lord, to live more simply. May we always seek the truth that is eternal, the truth that frees us from our mortal bonds. . .the truth that You are our God and we are Your people. . .the truth that proclaims Jesus as Lord. It is in His name we pray, AMEN.

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Betty Unruh is in St. Mary’s hospital with pneumonia.

 

Liz Beaty is at M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Maribell Moore’s daughter, Jamie, is in a hospital in San Antonio undergoing tests.

 

Marietta Henson is in St. Mary’s hospital recovering from a broken leg. She fell again Friday and dislocated her hip, requiring additional surgery. Marietta appreciates all the prayers, but she has requested no visitors.

 

Gary Hula’s father, Otto, is in the hospital in Cauldwell, Kansas, and is very ill.

 

Nola Hill, Rick’s mother, fell and broke her shoulder. She is recovering at home.

 

Kinsey Bloom has requested prayers for her friends, Travis and Kristen Morgan who lost a baby only 37 days old, probably SIDS.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Looking ahead: Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, is next Wednesday, March 5^th. We will have our traditional Ash Wednesday service at 6:00 p.m. that evening in the Chapel. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

 

Also, as a personal Lenten discipline, I will be again leading Lenten Morning Prayers at 7:00 a.m. beginning  Thursday, March 6^th, also in the Chapel. As before, these will be brief services of personal prayer, scripture reading, and contemplative music (Taize) lasting around 20 minutes. I will be there every morning, Monday through Saturday, until Easter. You are welcome to join me.    

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Sunday, February 23

God Who is With Us,

We take refuge in You. You are our rock and our redeemer. When the storms of life blow over us, You are the anchor that holds us fast. When the day is bright and clear, You are the wind that lifts us up and lets us soar. We are nothing apart from You. Bless us, Dear Lord, and empower us to share the Good News of Jesus with the world. In His name we pray, AMEN

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Today is our annual Youth Sunday with both 10:15 a.m. services combined in the sanctuary. We have OUTSTANDING youth in our church. Even though the worship style might be different than what you like, please attend and support our youth as they proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I have reviewed the bulletin. The service will be wonderful with some of our seniors sharing the message.  

 

Today we will also honor Connie Oltmans, our custodian of 17 years, who is retiring. There will be a cookie and punch reception immediately after the 10:15 a.m. service.

 

Liz Beaty is at M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Maribell Moore’s daughter, Jamie, is in a hospital in San Antonio undergoing tests.

 

Marietta Henson is in St. Mary’s hospital recovering from a broken leg. She fell again Friday and dislocated her hip, requiring additional surgery. Marietta appreciates all the prayers, but she has requested no visitors.

 

Gary Hula’s father, Otto, is in the hospital in Kiowa, Kansas, and is very ill.

 

Kinsey Bloom has requested prayers for her friends, Travis and Kristen Morgan who lost a baby only 37 days old, probably SIDS.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Saturday, February 22

God of Abundant Hope,

A new day is before us and a beautiful day at that. We give You thanks and praise. Sometimes we overlook the simply elegance and wonder that is all about us because we rush and hurry. Forgive us, O Lord, and help us slow down so that life becomes less a blur and more a wonderful work of art. Help us to understand that we are more that observers, rather we are participants in the wonderful panorama. May we use our energy, our creativity, our love and our compassion to contribute to the amazing work You have already begun in our midst. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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Tomorrow is our annual Youth Sunday with both 10:15 a.m. services combined in the sanctuary. We have OUTSTANDING youth in our church. Even though the worship style might be different than what you like, please attend and support our youth as they proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I have reviewed the bulletin. The service will be wonderful with some of our seniors sharing the message.  

 

Tomorrow we will also honor Connie Oltmans, our custodian of 17 years, who is retiring. There will be a cookie and punch reception immediately after the 10:15 a.m. service.

 

Kent has taken Liz Beaty to M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Maribell Moore’s daughter, Jamie, is in a hospital in San Antonio undergoing tests.

 

Marietta Henson is in St. Mary’s hospital recovering from a broken leg. She fell yesterday and dislocated her hip and was to have surgery at 5:00 p.m. Marietta appreciates all the prayers, but she has requested no visitors.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Friday, February 21

Dear Heavenly Father,

You care for us like a parent cares for a child. Your strength is beyond measure, yet Your tenderness is palpable. You are stern and offer judgment, yet Your mercy knows no bounds. Your breath created the universe, yet You chose to allow Your human creatures to choose their own path. Forgive us, O Lord, when we walk away from You. Forgive us when we seek to fill the empty places within us with trivial and meaningless trinkets. Help us to realize that we become complete only when we turn into Your embrace and allow Your Spirit to flow into the void of our lives. We are ready. We are open. Complete us, Loving God, and make us one with You. It is in Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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I am working today, but still with diminished voice. I am getting better, however. Your prayers are continually appreciated.

 

The funeral for Daniel Huston,  Kandy Trojan’s father, was Wednesday in Covington.

 

John Worden’s mother died over the weekend.

 

Paul Wagner’s father died in the last few days.

 

Jimmy Davis's uncle, Gene Davis, passed away.

 

Kent has taken Liz Beaty to M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Maribell Moore’s daughter, Jamie, is in a hospital in San Antonio undergoing tests.

 

Bertie Krausse’s brother, Wilbur Platt, has been put on hospice and Bertie would like the church’s prayers. He is in Greenbrier. 

 

Marietta Henson fell and broke her leg.  She is in St. Mary’s, but has requested no visitors.

 

Gene and Jeanette Heitfeld are still sick at home. Jeanette is being treated for blood clots in her legs.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

Sunday is our annual Youth Sunday with both 10:15 a.m. services combined in the sanctuary. We have OUTSTANDING youth in our church. Even though the worship style might be different than what you like, please attend and support our youth as they proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Thursday, February 20

O God Known By Many Names,

Your children call on You and give you many names. Regardless of what You are called You respond in love. Jesus Christ showed us the way and He lived a life that tore down walls that separated people from each other and from You. He died on a cross so that all of Your creation might be reconciled with the Creator. May we be empowered by the Holy Spirit to live according to Your will and to be active agents of reconciliation and peace. O God of many names, may we know You as Love. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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I am working today, but still with diminished voice. Your prayers are appreciated.

 

Kandy Trojan’s father, Daniel Houston, died Sunday morning. His funeral was this yesterday in Covington.

 

John Worden’s mother died over the weekend.

 

Paul Wagner’s father died in the last few days.

 

Jimmy Davis's uncle, Gene Davis, passed away.

 

Kent has taken Liz Beaty to M.D. Anderson in Houston for evaluation and treatment.

 

Maribell Moore’s daughter, Jamie, is in a hospital in San Antonio undergoing tests.

 

Bertie Krausse’s brother, Wilbur Platt, has been put on hospice and Bertie would like the church’s prayers. He is in Greenbrier. 

 

Marietta Henson fell and broke her leg.  She is in St. Mary’s.

 

Gene and Jeanette Heitfeld are still sick at home. Jeanette is being treated for blood clots in her legs.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, February 19

Loving Creator,

We are warmed by the glow of your love and sustained by the power of Your forgiveness. Help us to understand that these gifts are only truly received when we give them away. May our courageous love encourage others and may our bold forgiveness impact the course of other’s lives. We are Your agents, O God. May we use the gifts and graces You have given us to impact our world in Jesus’ name. AMEN.

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I am still home sick with little voice. Your prayers are appreciated.

 

Kandy Trojan’s father, Daniel Houston, died Sunday morning. His funeral was this morning in Covington.

 

Maribell Moore’s daughter, Jamie, is in a hospital in San Antonio undergoing tests.

 

John Worden’s mother is in the last days of her life in Florida. Please pray for John and his family.

 

Bertie Krausse’s brother, Wilbur Platt, has been put on hospice and Bertie would like the church’s prayers. He is in Greenbrier. 

 

Jimmy Davis's uncle, Gene Davis, passed away.

 

Marietta Henson fell and broke her leg.  She is in St. Mary’s.

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s and is doing better. Naomi reports he may be able to go home today.    

 

Gene and Jeanette Heitfeld are still sick at home. Jeanette is being treated for blood clots in her legs.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

David Dell wants to remind the Property Committee of a meeting this evening at 5:30 in the adult library.

 

There is a Pastor’s Cabinet this evening at 7:30 in the multipurpose room. I have canceled the guest speaker, but it is still important to review the financials and touch base.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, February 18

O Lord,

How lovely are Your dwelling places. We long for You. We seek You out, O God, and we find You in our worship, in the depth of our relationships, in the innocence of children, and in the prayers of the aged. Forgive us when we turn away, Dear God. Draw us unto Yourself so that we might find peace. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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There was no email yesterday. I was sick and my computer was at the church. I am still under the weather and can’t talk, but I think I am getting better.

 

Kandy Trojan’s father, Daniel Houston, died Sunday morning. His funeral will be tomorrow at 10:00 A.M. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Covington.

 

Maribell Moore’s daughter, Jamie, is in a hospital in San Antonio undergoing tests.

 

John Worden’s mother is in the last days of her life in Florida. Please pray for John and his family.

 

Bertie Krausse’s brother, Wilbur Platt, has been put on hospice and Bertie would like the church’s prayers. He is in Greenbrier. 

 

Jimmy Davis's uncle, Gene Davis, passed away.

 

Marietta Henson fell and broke her leg.  She is in St. Mary’s.

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s and is doing better. Naomi reports he may be able to go home on the 19^th.    

 

Gene and Jeanette Heitfeld are still sick at home. Jeanette is being treated for blood clots in her legs.

 

Hank Harnish is at home dealing with health issues, but he is doing better.

 

Bob Parks is now at Highland Park Nursing Home and will be there for a couple of weeks.

 

Eunice “Barney” Barnes fell and broke her shoulder. She is at home.

 

Olive Traylor moved to Texas on Thursday. Her address is c/o Atria Richardson, Room 220, 1493 Richardson Drive, Richardson, TX 75080. Her cell # is 580-551-9518.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

David Dell wants to remind the Property Committee of a meeting tomorrow at 5:30 in the adult library.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Sunday, February 16

Dear God,

We are filled with joy, awe and amazement when we see the beauty of Your creation, particularly on days like today. Thank you, O Lord, for this day. May the warmth of the sun and the crispness of the air bring life to our spirits and love to our hearts. In Jesus name, AMEN.

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I am teaching a Disciples 101 Class beginning today, February 16, and next Sunday, February 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. We will discuss Disciples of Christ history and practices as well as those of Central Christian Church. Invite a friend and bring them to the class.

 

John Worden’s mother is in the last days of her life in Florida. Please pray for John and his family.

 

Bertie Krausse’s brother, Wilbur Platt, has been put on hospice and Bertie would like the church’s prayers. He is in Greenbrier. 

 

I received the following email for Jana Davis, “John, Jimmy's uncle, Gene Davis, passed away yesterday (Thursday).  We don't know when the funeral is or anything, but I know Jimmy's family would appreciate the prayers. Thanks, Jana”

 

Marietta Henson fell and broke her leg.  She was to have surgery yesterday at St. Mary’s.

 

Ottis Cornelson was taken to St. Mary’s yesterday. Her lungs were clear so she but was released, with medication, to go back to Burgandy.

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s and is doing better. Naomi reports he may be able to go home on the 19^th.    

 

Gene and Jeanette Heitfeld are still sick at home. Jeanette is being treated for blood clots in her legs.

 

Hank Harnish is at home dealing with health issues, but he is doing better.

 

Bob Parks is now at Highland Park Nursing Home and will be there for a couple of weeks.

 

Eunice “Barney” Barnes fell and broke her shoulder. She is at home.

 

Olive Traylor moved to Texas on Thursday. Her address is c/o Atria Richardson, Room 220, 1493 Richardson Drive, Richardson, TX 75080. Her cell # is 580-551-9518.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I received the following email from Martha Hatt: “The Langston University Gospel Choir Concert, scheduled for Sunday the 16th at 3 p.m. at University Place Christian Church, has been CANCELLED.  Those of you who publicized this event will need to announce if possible that it has been cancelled. So Sorry!  University Place got very short notice of this cancellation from Langston. Martha Hatt”

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Saturday, February 15

Gracious and Loving God,

In the twists and turns of life we often don’t understand why events happen. It is easy to thank You, O God, for the good times. The bad times cause us to question our decisions and Your presence. Help us to realize, O Lord, that Your ultimate will is that all of creation be reconciled to You, but we are always free to choose, and bad things do happen in life. May we find solace in the knowledge that You are with us, even in the bad times. May we feel Your embrace and accept Your love. . . in all seasons and circumstances. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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Sorry for the late email. Full house of people, babies, meetings, and a call (plus a nap) got in the way.

 

I am teaching a Disciples 101 Class beginning tomorrow, February 16, and next Sunday, February 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. We will discuss Disciples of Christ history and practices as well as those of Central Christian Church. Invite a friend and bring them to the class.

 

John Worden’s mother is in the last days of her life in Florida. Please pray for John and his family.

 

Bertie Krausse’s brother, Wilbur Platt, has been put on hospice and Bertie would like the church’s prayers. He is in Greenbrier. 

 

I received the following email for Jana Davis, “John, Jimmy's uncle, Gene Davis, passed away yesterday (Thursday).  We don't know when the funeral is or anything, but I know Jimmy's family would appreciate the prayers. Thanks, Jana”

 

Marietta Henson fell and broke her leg.  She was to have surgery yesterday at St. Mary’s.

 

Ottis Cornelson was taken to St. Mary’s yesterday. Her lungs were clear so she but was released, with medication, to go back to Burgandy.

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s and is doing better. Naomi reports he may be able to go home on the 19^th.    

 

Hank Harnish is at home dealing with health issues, but he is doing better.

 

Bob Parks is now at Highland Park Nursing Home and will be there for a couple of weeks.

 

Eunice “Barney” Barnes fell and broke her shoulder. She is at home.

 

Olive Traylor moved to Texas on Thursday. Her address is c/o Atria Richardson, Room 220, 1493 Richardson Drive, Richardson, TX 75080. Her cell # is 580-551-9518.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I received the following email from Martha Hatt: “The Langston University Gospel Choir Concert, scheduled for Sunday the 16th at 3 p.m. at University Place Christian Church, has been CANCELLED.  Those of you who publicized this event will need to announce if possible that it has been cancelled. So Sorry!  University Place got very short notice of this cancellation from Langston. Martha Hatt”

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Friday, February 14

Dear God,

May our hearts be open to Your love today. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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John Worden’s mother is in the last days of her life in Florida. Please pray for John and his family.

 

I am repeating the following email from Sylvia, Jan Hopkins granddaughter: “Rev. McLemore,

 

Good afternoon.  I wanted to give you an update on my grandmother, Jan Hopkins.  She is doing slightly better.  Hospice is going to be bringing in a high backed wheelchair for her.  This  will allow for her to be in various positions and will allow for her to be out of her room.  She is able to eat pureed food, but has some trouble wanting to eat and swallowing.  We are trying to keep her comfortable.  I found the Central blogspot prayers and I am so grateful that you are including her.  If anyone wants to send a card, they can do so to at the following address:

 

Sylvia Carrington

10015 Lake Creek Parkway

Apt. 113

Austin, TX 78729

 

They can put Pa’s name on it but it won’t get delivered if my name isn’t on it.  I am going down weekly to see her.

 

Thank you again for your prayers they are much appreciated and needed.

 

Have a wonderful day. Sylvia”

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s and is doing better. Naomi reports he may be able to go home on the 19^th.    

 

Hank Harnish is at home dealing with health issues, but he is doing better.

 

Bob Parks is now at Highland Park Nursing Home and will be there for a couple of weeks.

 

Eunice “Barney” Barnes fell and broke her shoulder. She is at home.

 

Olive Traylor moved to Texas yesterday. Her address is c/o Atria Richardson, Room 220, 1493 Richardson Drive, Richardson, TX 75080. Her cell # is 580-551-9518.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

The Civitan Valentine Dance is tonight at 6:30. Please bring cookies and pop.

 

I am teaching a Disciples 101 Class on February 16 & 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. We will discuss Disciples of Christ history and practices as well as those of Central Christian Church. Invite a friend and bring them to the class.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Thursday, February 13

Loving God,

We rise to greet this day, a day You have made. May our hearts be joyful and may our desire be to honor You with our love and our actions. You call to us, dear God. You desire to commune with us. May our response be faithful and faith-filled. We will sing Your praises. We will offer our prayers. We will give You thanks. You are our God and we are Your people seeking to provide a faithful response to Your love. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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Please pray for the family of Bob Gregory. His funeral was yesterday.

 

John Worden’s mother is in the last days of her life in Florida. Please pray for John and his family.

 

I received the following email from Sylvia, Jan Hopkins daughter: “Rev. McLemore,

 

Good afternoon.  I wanted to give you an update on my grandmother, Jan Hopkins.  She is doing slightly better.  Hospice is going to be bringing in a high backed wheelchair for her.  This  will allow for her to be in various positions and will allow for her to be out of her room.  She is able to eat pureed food, but has some trouble wanting to eat and swallowing.  We are trying to keep her comfortable.  I found the Central blogspot prayers and I am so grateful that you are including her.  If anyone wants to send a card, they can do so to at the following address:

 

Sylvia Carrington

10015 Lake Creek Parkway

Apt. 113

Austin, TX 78729

 

They can put Pa’s name on it but it won’t get delivered if my name isn’t on it.  I am going down weekly to see her.

 

Thank you again for your prayers they are much appreciated and needed.

 

Have a wonderful day. Sylvia”

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s and is doing better. Naomi reports he may be able to go home on the 19^th.    

 

Hank Harnish is at home, but he is dealing with a number of health issues.

 

Bob Parks is now at Highland Park Nursing Home and will be there for a couple of weeks.

 

Eunice “Barney” Barnes fell and broke her shoulder. She is at home.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

The Civitan Valentine Dance is this Friday. Please bring cookies and pop.

 

I am teaching a Disciples 101 Class on February 16 & 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. We will discuss Disciples of Christ history and practices as well as those of Central Christian Church. Invite a friend and bring them to the class.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, February 12

Dear Heavenly Father,

Your love lifts us. Your grace supports us. Your Eternal Presence sustains us. When the experiences of life are good, may we give You thanks. In those times when life is harsh and bitter, You are there to soothe and sustain us. Help us to embrace Your love. Forgive us, O God, when we do not. May we lift up our voices in thanksgiving because You are always with us. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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Please pray for the family of Bob Gregory. His funeral will be at 2:00 P.M. today at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

 

John Worden’s mother is in the last days of her life in Florida. Please pray for John and his family.

 

Please continue to pray for Jan Hopkins, a former member who lives in San Antonio. She has had a major stroke and is now under hospice care.

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s.    

 

Hank Harnish is at home, but he is dealing with a number of health issues.

 

Bob Parks is now at Highland Park Nursing Home and will be there for a couple of weeks.

 

Eunice “Barney” Barnes fell and broke her shoulder. She is at home.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

The Civitan Valentine Dance is this Friday. Please bring cookies and pop.

 

I am teaching a Disciples 101 Class on February 16 & 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. We will discuss Disciples of Christ history and practices as well as those of Central Christian Church. Invite a friend and bring them to the class.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, February 11

O God Of All Seasons,

We come humbly before You today thanking You for all our blessings. Today we are thankful for the bright sunshine. Help us, O Lord, to find beauty in Your creation, even in the abundant snow. In all times and in all places You are our God and we give You thanks. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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THE CHURCH OFFICE IS CLOSED TODAY AND ALL THE ACTIVITIES ARE CANCELED, INCLUDING THE SOONER CLASS VALENTINE PARTY. When the Enid Schools are closed the church is closed.

 

Please pray for the family of Bob Gregory. His funeral will be at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

 

Please continue to pray for Jan Hopkins, a former member who lives in San Antonio. She has had a major stroke and is now under hospice care.

 

Gene Burkett is still in St. Mary’s.    

 

Gene and Jeanette Heitfeld are both sick at home.

 

Hank Harnish is at home, but he is dealing with a number of health issues.

 

Please pray for all these family and friends.

 

I am teaching a Disciples 101 Class on February 16 & 23 at 9:00 a.m. in the multi-purpose room. We will discuss Disciples of Christ history and practices as well as those of Central Christian Church. Invite a friend and bring them to the class.

 

The Civitan Valentine Dance is this Friday. Please bring cookies and pop.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore