Prayer for Today, Monday, June 30

O Lord, Our Lord,

The hot, muggy days of summer are upon us and we dream of distant places were tall pines, cool nights and cold streams refresh us. This is a time for travel and vacations. We thank you for the abilities and resources that allow us to briefly experience other environs and escape the bonds of hot and humid June, July and August winds. As we dream, sensitize us, O Lord, to the needs of others in our own community, those who have neither the ability nor the resources for respite from the oppressive heat. May we be mindful of the elderly, those in substandard housing, the homeless and the disadvantaged. These are our neighbors. These are the ones who most often embody the Christ, if we believe Jesus’ words in Matthew 25. Forgive us, we pray, when we look away or pass by on the other side. We are so blessed, O God. May we consider actions that bless others. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

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JOYS AND CONCERNS

 

Mission Enid begins one week from today. Mission Enid needs volunteers! Sign-up sheets are located in the loggia on the large board. There is something for everyone, and everyone can do something! It will be "all hands on deck" to make Mission Enid a success. Please join the fun! We also need more cookies and ladders. The time is now. Jump in and join the fun with 160 youth and adults from around the region. 

 

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy and Wayne Galer.

 

Kathi Miller, Carolyn’s sister is having lung studies.

 

We have received word that Cal Mettee is in Bass Hospital.

 

Please pray for our family members and friends.

 

Congratulations to Aria Justice. She won gold at the national competition for her artistic work on finger nails. This is a BIG honor and a great accomplishment.

 

Chris Fongers, a student at Vance, made his Confession of Faith last Sunday in the traditional service. Don Theademan made his Confession of Faith a couple of weeks ago in the R & R service. As it turn out, Chris’s girlfriend is leaving on Friday so WE ARE HAVING A BAPTISMAL SERVICE ON WEDNESDAY EVENING! We will still eat at 5:30 p.m., then I encourage those here and other members to join us in the sanctuary at 6:00 p.m. for this service where Chris and Don will be baptized. Our class on “I Am A Church Member” will begin at 6:30 p.m. This is a momentous event for these two adults. Please plan to come and join us for the celebration.

 

   

Sorry this is late.

 

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Sunday, June 29

O God of Tender Mercies,

We are often driven by good intentions, only to realize we have invaded others personal lives. We claim “Christian concern” when we share stories that are tantamount to gossip. Forgive us, O Lord, for our insensitivity. May we always remember to treat others as we would want to be treated, to speak of others as we would want others to speak of us, and to care for others as we would want to be cared for. Your grace abounds. Help us to be thoughtful, concerned, loving and sensitive people as we seek to be and live the Good News of Jesus Christ. It is in His name we pray. AMEN.

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JOYS AND CONCERNS

 

Mission Enid begins in 8 days. Mission Enid needs volunteers! Sign-up sheets are located in the loggia on the large board. There is something for everyone, and everyone can do something! It will be "all hands on deck" to make Mission Enid a success. Please join the fun! 

 

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy and Wayne Galer.

 

Kathi Miller, Carolyn’s sister is having lung studies.

 

Please pray for our family members and friends.

 

Congratulations to Aria Justice. She won gold at the national competition for her artistic work on finger nails. This is a BIG honor and a great accomplishment.

 

We have three unique services of worship on Sunday mornings. Invite your family and friends to join us. There is a worship style for everyone.

   

SCHEDULE

 

Regular Sunday Schedule

 

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Saturday, June 28

Life-Giving, Life-Affirming God,

As Christians we are invited to be People of the Light. Jesus said, “I am the light of the world” and through the Risen Lord, You, O God, have brought light into the dark places of life. Often times the darkness has power all its own and it is difficult to see the path ahead. Sometimes we contribute to the darkness experienced by others as we live self-centered, self-focused lives. Forgive us, we pray. Help us to see and share the light of Jesus. Make us instruments of Your peace so that others might see You more clearly. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

_____

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

 

Mission Enid begins in 9 days. Mission Enid needs volunteers! Sign-up sheets are located in the loggia on the large board. There is something for everyone, and everyone can do something! It will be "all hands on deck" to make Mission Enid a success. Please join the fun! 

 

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy and Wayne Galer.

 

Kathi Miller, Carolyn’s sister is having lung studies.

 

A Pastoral Word from Rev. Dean Phelps

Two weeks ago, hundreds of unaccompanied children, ranging in age from eight to eighteen, began arriving at Fort Sill to be temporarily housed while U.S. immigration authorities determine their future. Their arrival has made many of us newly aware of a rapidly increasing humanitarian crisis.

 

The Oklahoma Conference of Churches has convened a task force to consider how the faith based communities may respond to this humanitarian crisis. I am privileged to be part of that task force.

 

The Conference of Churches and leaders of the various communions have consulted with colleagues and leaders within the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Homeland Security. Because the children are being housed at a military facility and because of our concern for their emotional and spiritual care, we have also been in contact with chaplains within the Department of Defense.

 

At this time, we are offering the following suggestions for congregations:

1) Pray for the children and for those responsible for their care.

2) Be wary of anyone claiming to be collecting money for the children. A federal government response will see to the needs of the children.

3) Do not begin collecting items for donation without specific instructions from your denominational leadership. Used clothing is particularly problematic.

4) Know that access will likely be very restricted. Language and cultural barriers provide unique challenges.

5) Watch for updates from the Oklahoma Conference of Churches regarding the ongoing and long-term response.

 

For now, our best response is to pray, educate ourselves and remain vigilant regarding the plight of these children.

 

Please pray for our family members, friends and unnamed children.

 

We have three unique services of worship on Sunday mornings. Invite your family and friends to join us. There is a worship style for everyone.

   

SCHEDULE

 

No Scheduled Activities

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 74

 

¹O God, why do you cast us off forever? Why does your anger smoke against the sheep of your pasture?

²Remember your congregation, which you acquired long ago, which you redeemed to be the tribe of your heritage. Remember Mount Zion, where you came to dwell.

³Direct your steps to the perpetual ruins; the enemy has destroyed everything in the sanctuary.

⁴Your foes have roared within your holy place; they set up their emblems there.

⁵At the upper entrance they hacked the wooden trellis with axes.

⁶And then, with hatchets and hammers, they smashed all its carved work.

⁷They set your sanctuary on fire; they desecrated the dwelling place of your name, bringing it to the ground.

²⁰Have regard for your covenant, for the dark places of the land are full of the haunts of violence.

²¹Do not let the downtrodden be put to shame; let the poor and needy praise your name.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Friday, June 27

O Divine Presence,

Sometimes we gently go to our knees in prayer. Sometimes life’s circumstances drive us there. Life can be difficult and harsh. Forgive us, O Lord, when we naively see and experience You only in what makes us feel good. Remove our blinders, we pray. Even in the rawness of human existence, You are there. May we embrace all of life. May our love and compassion mirror the Christ, who set us free from our own limitations and from the cultural stereotypes which isolate us from one another. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

_______

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

 

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy and Wayne Galer.

 

Kathi Miller, Carolyn’s sister is having lung studies.

 

A Pastoral Word from Rev. Dean Phelps

Two weeks ago, hundreds of unaccompanied children, ranging in age from eight to eighteen, began arriving at Fort Sill to be temporarily housed while U.S. immigration authorities determine their future. Their arrival has made many of us newly aware of a rapidly increasing humanitarian crisis.

 

The Oklahoma Conference of Churches has convened a task force to consider how the faith based communities may respond to this humanitarian crisis. I am privileged to be part of that task force.

 

The Conference of Churches and leaders of the various communions have consulted with colleagues and leaders within the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Homeland Security. Because the children are being housed at a military facility and because of our concern for their emotional and spiritual care, we have also been in contact with chaplains within the Department of Defense.

 

At this time, we are offering the following suggestions for congregations:

1) Pray for the children and for those responsible for their care.

2) Be wary of anyone claiming to be collecting money for the children. A federal government response will see to the needs of the children.

3) Do not begin collecting items for donation without specific instructions from your denominational leadership. Used clothing is particularly problematic.

4) Know that access will likely be very restricted. Language and cultural barriers provide unique challenges.

5) Watch for updates from the Oklahoma Conference of Churches regarding the ongoing and long-term response.

 

For now, our best response is to pray, educate ourselves and remain vigilant regarding the plight of these children.

 

 

Please pray for our family members, friends and unnamed children.

 

Mission Camp begins in 10 days. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We have specific jobs for volunteers. Look for the sign-up board in the loggia.

 

CYF Conference is underway. We have 16 youth attending, which is the largest number in many years. The event concludes today.

 

We have three unique services of worship on Sunday mornings. Invite your family and friends to join us. There is a worship style for everyone.

 

Remember our new office hours for Friday (today). The office opens at 9:00 A.M. and closes at 2:00 P.M.

               

SCHEDULE

 

Office closes at 2:00 P.M.

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 103

 

¹Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name.

²Bless the Lord, O my soul, and do not forget all his benefits—

³who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases,

⁴who redeems your life from the Pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy,

⁶The Lord works vindication and justice for all who are oppressed.

⁷He made known his ways to Moses, his acts to the people of Israel.

⁸The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.

¹⁰He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Thursday, June 26

God Who Blesses and Loves,

You offer us lives filled with hope and joy, beauty and grandeur, knowledge and mystery. We sing to You our songs of grateful praise. May every ounce of our being bring honor to You. There are so many times when we turn away, and yet You seek always to draw us back. There are so many times when we dishonor You by our mean, selfish actions, and yet You extend to us Your love and grace. May we live as those who follow Jesus. May our hearts be opened to Your grace and our lives transformed by Your love and may the evidence of our love for You be seen as we share that love with others. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN

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JOYS AND CONCERNS

 

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy, Wayne Galer, and Delcea Batterman.

 

Tiffany Harvey gave birth to Rayford McClay Harvey at 6:20 A.M. He weighed 6lbs. 10 oz. and was 20 inches long. The proud father is Brandon. The proud grandmother is Jana Harvey. James and Jersey are excited brother and sister.

They plan to call the baby “Rayf”.   

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Mission Camp begins in 11 days. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We have specific jobs for volunteers. Look for the sign-up board in the loggia.

 

CYF Conference is underway. We have 16 youth attending, which is the largest number in many years. The event concludes tomorrow.

 

We have three unique services of worship on Sunday mornings. Invite your family and friends to join us. There is a worship style for everyone.

 

Remember our new office hours on Friday (tomorrow). The office opens at 9:00 A.M. and closes at 2:00 P.M.

               

SCHEDULE

 

10:00 A.M.      Mary Ruth’s Bible Study

6:00 P.M.       Spanish Assembly of God church

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 79

 

¹O God, the nations have come into your inheritance; they have defiled your holy temple; they have laid Jerusalem in ruins.

²They have given the bodies of your servants to the birds of the air for food, the flesh of your faithful to the wild animals of the earth.

³They have poured out their blood like water all around Jerusalem, and there was no one to bury them.

⁴We have become a taunt to our neighbors, mocked and derided by those around us.

⁵How long, O Lord? Will you be angry forever? Will your jealous wrath burn like fire?

⁸Do not remember against us the iniquities of our ancestors; let your compassion come speedily to meet us, for we are brought very low.

⁹Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of your name; deliver us, and forgive our sins, for your name’s sake.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Wednesday, June 25

O Lord Our Lord,

We pray for peace, harmony and a common will to share the Good News. Jesus commanded that we love You and love our neighbor. Help us to realize these are the markers by which we are judged, by the world and by You. Give us strength, courage and a passion to serve You. In Jesus name, AMEN.

_______

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

 

The WWNF study using the book, “I Am a Church Member” continues tonight. Join us, even if you missed the first session. We should have an interesting discussion.                              

 

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy, Wayne Galer, and Delcea Batterman.

 

Arlene Simunek, Jerry Long’s sister, had a TIA. She is at home and doing well.

 

Tiffany Harvey gave birth to Rayford McClay Harvey at 6:20 A.M. He weighed 6lbs. 10 oz. and was 20 inches long. The proud father is Brandon. The proud grandmother is Jana Harvey. James and Jersey are excited brother and sister.

They plan to call the baby “Rayf”.   

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Mission Camp begins in 12 days. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We have specific jobs for volunteers. Look for the sigh-up board in the loggia.

 

CYF Conference is underway. We have 16 youth attending, which is the largest number in many years.

               

SCHEDULE

 

9:00 A.M.       TOPS

1:00 P.M.        Emmaus Reunion Group – men

5:30 P.M.        WWNF meal

6:15 P.M.        Study

6:30 P.M.        Youth Group

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, June 24

Loving and Gracious God,

May our actions honor You this day. Help us to realize, O Lord, that we are being watched by those who are interested and curious about the Christian faith and who know we are Christians and members of Central Christian Church. They are outside the faith. They have no personal church history or experience. They have heard about Jesus the Christ, but have not accepted Him as Lord and savior. And they are observing us to see how Christians live and act. Help us to realize, Loving Creator, that we are witnesses in everything we do and say. May we live and act as Great Commandment Christians, loving You and our neighbor. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

_______

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

                              

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy, Faye Theademan’s sister, and Wayne Galer.

 

Delcea Batterman is recovering from carotid artery surgery and will be in Bass Hospital one more day.

 

Arlene Simunek, Jerry Long’s sister, passed out in church in Bison on Sunday and was hospitalized.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Mission Camp begins in 13 days. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”. We also need ladders. If you can loan one, please mark it clearly with your name and bring to the church. If you can’t transport it, call John Wheeler or Harry Hammonds.

 

CYF Conference is underway. We have 16 youth attending, which is the largest number in many years.

 

The WWNF study using the book, “I Am a Church Member” continues this week. Join us, even if you missed the first session. We should have an interesting discussion.

 

A special welcome to Donny and Faye Theademan, who joined the church Sunday during the R & R service.

 

SCHEDULE

 

VOTING ALL DAY

10:30 A.M.      Mini fun day for those 3 to 5 years old.

Noon               Noon Bible Study

1:00 P.M.        JYF Fun Day – Swimming at the Klemme’s

3:15 P.M.         Greenbrier Service

5:00 P.M.        Golf League

5:15 P.M.         Emmaus Reunion Group – women

6:00 P.M.       Spanish Assembly of God Church

7:00 P.M.        Quilt Central

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 139

 

¹O Lord, you have searched me and known me.

²You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from far away.

³You search out my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways.

¹³For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.

¹⁴I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.

¹⁵My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven in the depths of the earth.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Tuesday, June 24

Loving and Gracious God,

May our actions honor You this day. Help us to realize, O Lord, that we are being watched by those who are interested and curious about the Christian faith and who know we are Christians and members of Central Christian Church. They are outside the faith. They have no personal church history or experience. They have heard about Jesus the Christ, but have not accepted Him as Lord and savior. And they are observing us to see how Christians live and act. Help us to realize, Loving Creator, that we are witnesses in everything we do and say. May we live and act as Great Commandment Christians, loving You and our neighbor. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

_______

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

                              

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy, Faye Theademan’s sister, and Wayne Galer.

 

Delcea Batterman is recovering from carotid artery surgery and will be in Bass Hospital one more day.

 

Arlene Simunek, Jerry Long’s sister, passed out in church in Bison on Sunday and was hospitalized.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Mission Camp begins in 13 days. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”. We also need ladders. If you can loan one, please mark it clearly with your name and bring to the church. If you can’t transport it, call John Wheeler or Harry Hammonds.

 

CYF Conference is underway. We have 16 youth attending, which is the largest number in many years.

 

The WWNF study using the book, “I Am a Church Member” continues this week. Join us, even if you missed the first session. We should have an interesting discussion.

 

A special welcome to Donny and Faye Theademan, who joined the church Sunday during the R & R service.

 

SCHEDULE

 

VOTING ALL DAY

10:30 A.M.      Mini fun day for those 3 to 5 years old.

Noon               Noon Bible Study

1:00 P.M.        JYF Fun Day – Swimming at the Klemme’s

3:15 P.M.         Greenbrier Service

5:00 P.M.        Golf League

5:15 P.M.         Emmaus Reunion Group – women

6:00 P.M.       Spanish Assembly of God Church

7:00 P.M.        Quilt Central

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 139

 

¹O Lord, you have searched me and known me.

²You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from far away.

³You search out my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways.

¹³For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.

¹⁴I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.

¹⁵My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in secret, intricately woven in the depths of the earth.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Monday, June 23

Awesome and Amazing God,

You have blessed our hearts and lives in manifold ways. Your peace upholds us. Your comforting Presence sustains us. Forgive us, we pray, when we walk away from You seeking to please ourselves and impress others. Such actions lead to emptiness and despair. Help us to be Great Commandment Christians, those who love You and love their neighbor. The actions of the Christian faith are simple and yet we choose to complicate them. Simplify our understandings, O God. May we seek to live lives following the basic element of Jesus teaching. . .loving You and loving others. We pray this prayer in Jesus name, AMEN.

_______

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

                              

Please continue to lift up Joyce McCoy, Faye Theademan’s sister, and Wayne Galer.

 

Delcea Batterman is having carotid artery surgery this morning at Bass Hospital.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Mission Camp begins in 14 days. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”. We also need ladders. If you can loan one, please mark it clearly with your name and bring to the church. If you can’t transport it, call John Wheeler or Harry Hammonds.

 

CYF Conference begins today. We will be sending 17 youth, which is the largest number in many years.

 

The WWNF study using the book, “I Am a Church Member” continues this week. Join us, even if you missed the first session. We should have an interesting discussion.

 

A special welcome to Donny and Faye Theademan, who joined the church yesterday during the R & R service.

 

SCHEDULE

 

10:15 A.M.       Staff Meeting

Noon               Noon Prayer Service

5:00 P.M.        Spanish Assembly of God church

6:30 P.M.        Mission Enid Task Group meets in room 208

7:00 P.M.        Boy Scouts

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 60

 

³You have made your people suffer hard things; you have given us wine to drink that made us reel.

⁴You have set up a banner for those who fear you, to rally to it out of bowshot. Selah

⁵Give victory with your right hand, and answer us, so that those whom you love may be rescued.

¹²With God we shall do valiantly; it is he who will tread down our foes.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

Prayer for Today, Sunday, June 22

Spirit of God,

Descend upon our hearts. Surround us with Your grace. Enfold us in Your love. May we understand, O Great Love, that You are not “out there”, but that You are with us. As the ancients said, “You are over us, under us, in us and through us.” May our hearts belong to You and may we leap into Your embrace. We pray in Jesus name, AMEN.

________

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

                              

Today we will have a “picnic” after the 10:15 A.M. services. All the food is provided. Plan to attend and enjoy the food and fellowship.

 

Joyce McCoy, Faye Theademan’s sister, is recovering from another stroke.

 

Wayne Gayler are is still a patient at St. Mary’s Hospital.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Mission Camp begins in 15 days. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”.

 

The Gaslight Drama Camp presents “The Aristocats Kids” today at 2:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. Our own Jersey Garrett, Collin Kroeker and Luke Wheeler are in the 2:00 P.M. performances. Heath and Holt Kelly are in the 4:00 P.M. performances.

 

CYF Conference begins tomorrow. We will be sending 17 youth.

 

SCHEDULE

 

8:00 A.M.       Chapel Service

9:00 A.M.       Sunday School

10:15 A.M.       R & R Service in the Fellowship Hall

10:15 A.M.       Traditional Service in the Sanctuary

11:30 A.M.       All-church picnic

3:30 P.M.        Chi Rho Youth Group

5:00 P.M.        Snack Supper

5:30 P.M.        CYF    

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 147

 

¹²Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem! Praise your God, O Zion!

¹³For he strengthens the bars of your gates; he blesses your children within you.

¹⁴He grants peace within your borders; he fills you with the finest of wheat.

¹⁵He sends out his command to the earth; his word runs swiftly.

¹⁹He declares his word to Jacob, his statutes and ordinances to Israel.

²⁰He has not dealt thus with any other nation; they do not know his ordinances. Praise the Lord!

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore

 

 

 

Prayer for Today, Saturday, June 21

Holy Presence,

We are amazed by the beauty and intricacies of creation. Today the sun reaches its highest point in the northern hemisphere. Ancient cultures were much more sensitive to these natural occurrences than we are and, in many instances, they became the occasion for pagan festivals. Today science informs us and we observe and study the heavens. Help us, Dear Lord, to stand in awe and amazement as we consider the universe and our place in it. May our delight be in You. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN.

_______

 

JOYS AND CONCERNS

                              

We are looking forward to tomorrow when we will have a “picnic” after the 10:15 A.M. services. All the food is provided. Plan to attend and enjoy the food and fellowship.

 

Joyce McCoy, Faye Theademan’s sister, is recovering from another stroke.

 

Wayne Gayler are is still a patient at St. Mary’s Hospital.

 

Please pray for these family members and friends.

 

Mission Camp begins in 16 days. More volunteers are coming forward and that  is greatly appreciated. We need cookies! 30 dozen every day (Monday through Thursday), homemade or from the store. Bring them to the kitchen and note “Mission Camp”.

 

The Gaslight Drama Camp presents “The Aristocats Kids” today at 2:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. and again on Sunday at 2:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. Our own Jersey Garrett, Collin Kroeker and Luke Wheeler are in the 2:00 P.M. performances. Heath and Holt Kelly are in the 4:00 P.M. performances.

 

On a personal note: I am doing well after my first round of chemotherapy. Mornings are great. Afternoons bring on a little fatigue. Most of my pain is gone. All in all I feel blessed and continue to be very optimistic. I will be preaching in the 8:00 A.M. chapel and 10:15 A.M. sanctuary services. Tomorrow is the beginning a new sermon series on old gospel songs.

 

On another personal note: Today Carolyn and I celebrate 46 years of marriage. Today is also John and Sally’s anniversary.   

 

SCHEDULE

 

Gutierez birthday party and family reunion

 

PSALM FOR TODAY

Psalm 89

 

⁴‘I will establish your descendants forever, and build your throne for all generations.’” Selah

⁵Let the heavens praise your wonders, O Lord, your faithfulness in the assembly of the holy ones.

²⁹I will establish his line forever, and his throne as long as the heavens endure.

³⁰If his children forsake my law and do not walk according to my ordinances,

³¹if they violate my statutes and do not keep my commandments,

³²then I will punish their transgression with the rod and their iniquity with scourges;

³³but I will not remove from him my steadfast love, or be false to my faithfulness.

³⁴I will not violate my covenant, or alter the word that went forth from my lips.

 

Grace and peace,

 

John McLemore