Prayer Requests - 2/29 - 4:45pm

Please pray for Pat Goolsby for encouragement to deal with health problems and family situation.

Our sympathy...

Gerald & Mary Doty's son Edwin passed away Tuesday evening.  Please keep this family in your prayers.

Prayer Request - 2/26 - 8:43

Anna Zant's mom, Christine Mashburn is on her way to the hospital by ambulance.  She has mulitple heath problems with one of those being possible internal bleeding.  Prayers for her and Anna.

Prayer Requests - 2/25 - 8:00am

Please pray for Tyler and Kassidy Ashton's new baby Copper.  He was sent by care flight during the night last night to Baylor with a collapsed lung.  He is only 2 days old.

I will be out of town until Tuesday, March 6th.  If you have prayer requests, please email them to Kathy Daniels at kathy@thetshirtshoppeparis.com or you can call her at 903-517-3600.

Nichols Baby Shower

Don't forget....the "skype" baby shower for Jill Nichols is THIS Sunday at 1:30pm in Room 6.  They are collecting money to send to them...BUT, if you'd like send a gift, it will need to be small because it will have to be shipped.  If you have any questions, call Rachel Spencer.

Prayer Request - 2/24 - 12:13pm

One of my friends contacted me today with this request:  "Please pray for Eric.  He's 24 years old with a wife and little baby.  He overdosed yesterday and has already lost function in his kidneys, liver and legs."

Prayer Request - 2/24 - 12:10pm

Cari Johnson is in PRMC/ER having seizures for the 3rd time in the past week. Her sister, Robyn Figgins, said they are trying to contact a Dr in Dallas that is the founder of the West Nile Survivors support group and he also had West Nile. "Just pray that they can make a contact and get her where she needs to be."

CONGRATULATIONS!

Texas Army National Guard Sgt. Kelsey J. Holland, left, has the Texas Medal of Merit pinned on him by Major Todd Lehenbauer during a ceremony at Camp Maxey on Wednesday. 
A hay barn near Biardstown, was on fire, in January 2011, and Kelsey rescued seven horses valued at more than $50,000! 
“Sgt. Holland distinguished himself through exceptional meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding service; he exposed himself to a high degree of danger in order to save property and rescue livestock; and if not for Sgt. Holland’s actions, the animals most likely would have perished."

(This picture and full article are on the front page of The Paris News today.)

Prayer Request - 2/23 - 10:44pm

Brittany Twitty-Johnson just got an update on her uncle Roosevelt Twitty.  He will have to have his foot amputated.  They are planning to do this today.

Prayer Request - 2/23 - 9:23am

PRAISE:  Wendell Johnson was called back to his job at Campbell Soup! 

PRAISE:  Johnny Nabors is doing better and was able to go back to work on Monday!

PRAISE:  Allen Jumper was released from the hospital!

CONGRATULATIONS:  Linda Strickland has a new granddaughter.  Hayden Brooke Brown was born on Feb. 20, 6 pounds 4 ounces, 20 inches long.  Her proud parents are Jared & Christa Brown of Chicota.

Brittany Twitty-Johnson asked for prayers for these 2 family members:  Roosevelt Twitty (her uncle) is in Medical City/Dallas.  They are looking at amputation of some toes.  And prayers for Larry Johnson (cousin) who is in PRMC/South.  He's having a lot of problems with his blood sugar being very elevated!

Our Benelovent Pantry is almost bare!  Here are a few of the items that are needed:
Peanut Butter - completely out
Rice - completely out
Cereal - completely out
Vegetables - low

NEVER FORGET.....

This is a reminder, that we should NEVER take our Christian freedom for granted.  Please click on this link  to read the article.

Prayer Requests - 2/22 - 9:50am

Dinah Border sent this message:  "Anna Zant's daughter, Kenda Felker, went to Minor Emergency.  Had early stage of pneumonia.  Got a 'big' shot and lots of meds."

Gerald & Mary Doty's son, Edwin, is having health issues.

Prayer Requests - 2/21 - 7:04pm

Yvonne Gentry sent this message:  "Barbara Evans has been diagnosed with breast cancer and will have surgery as soon as possible .  Her husband is Ricky Evans, Paris Fire Marshall."

I received this update tonight:  "Marley Cook is doing well!  Prayers are working.  All her tests and bloodwork came back good.  She has been released and going to see a neurologist to follow up in a few days.  Thank you for the prayers."

Prayer Request - 2/21 - 1:27pm

I received this request from a co-worker today:  "Please pray for Marley Cook, 6 years old.  She's having uncontrollable seizures and has been CareFlighted to a trauma center."

Prayer Request - 2/21 - 12:33pm

Please keep Lance & Cari Johnson in your prayers, as they deal with medical issues.

Prayer Request - 2/21 - 8:29am

Derald Bulls' co-worker, Marcia Putnam's husband, Jim, is in Baylor/Dallas for Jim to have by-pass surgery this morning with Dr. Greg Matter. Marcia asked for prayers from herself, Jim, their family, Dr. Matter and his staff.

Weekly Update - 2/19 - 9:25pm

Renee Peace went forward this morning asking for prayers. David is between jobs and she's scared. Their family is in crisis and they need our specific prayers for a job opportunity and for calm in their lives.

 

SYMPATHY: Kathy Marshall and her family in the death of Billy. His funeral will be tomorrow at Fry Gibbs Funeral Home at 1pm.
Derald Bulls asked that we keep the Young family in our prayers. Mel's funeral was today in Arlington.
Continue to remember Jeremy Wilson and his family as they continue to mourn the loss of his Dad, this past week.

 

WELCOME: Jessica Harris and Tiffany Parker asked to be identified with us today. They are Stacie Woods' cousins.

• Payden Daniels has been very sick little boy this week. He was in the ER this morning with a very high fever. His Mom, Kimberly said they've given him 2 rocephin shots and think this maybe a viral infection. Will check back with the Dr. in the morning.
• Lucas Simpson will be going back to Boles Home on Wednesday.
• Marie Faulkner had by-pass on her right leg this week and will have her left leg done in 2 weeks.
• Becky Webb asked for continued prayers for their son, Mark. He is having to serve 90 extra days before he goes into rehab.
• Nancy Jones has been very ill this week.
• Joel McGee is recovering at home from his second surgery.
• Doris Helm's great-granddaughter will be born this week. This little baby girl has a serious health issue and will not live. Please keep the Helms' family in your prayers during this sad time.
• Bill Babb (friend of Carroll's and Denman's) has cancer, but the tumors are shrinking. (PRAISE GOD!)
• Sue Garland (Tracy Scudder's Mom) has pancreatic cancer and has had surgery. She can't eat because of nausea and needs her strength so she can start chemo.
• George Kimbrough (friend of the Bulls') continues his chemo therapy treatments.
• Kelci Welch asked for prayers for her friend who attempted suicide this week.
• Bailey Cannon is continuing her financial quest for her Zambia medical mission trip this Summer.

BENEVOLENCE CLOTHES CLOSET: Accepting summer clothing only. Please be sure your donations are clean, folded and/or placed on hangers.

 

SIMPLE SUPPER: This weeks entree is Chicken and Rice! Please donate $2 per person. If you did not sign-up on Sunday morning, please call the church office to reserve your place.

 

PANTRY NEEDS: Peanut Butter and Jelly

 

Shepherd Cluster Group Meeting - Sunday, February 26th at 6pm:
A-D: Lewis Anderson and Patrick Cannon - Room 3
E-K: Cleve Fendley and Kyle Jones - Outreach
L-R: Doug Faires and Jay Spencer - Room 6
S-Z: Wayne Kerby and Richard Peace - Auditorium

 

KEEP THE DATE:
Feb 26: Nichols Baby Shower
Feb 26: Shepherd Cluster Groups
Feb 28: Open Youth Room
Mar: I LOVE MY YOUTH GROUP MONTH
Mar 11: Faithful Readers
Mar 20: H.A.L.O.
Apr 6-7: LTC
May 18: Senior Trip
May 20: Senior Sunday

Love you - MEAN IT!

 

PRAISE REPORT - 2/17 - 10:42am

Sue Munday just sent this message:  "I just received a call from Kelsey (Gibbs).  Kathie does NOT have any blockage.  They will be coming home this afternoon.  Thanks to everyone for their prayers."

PRAISE REPORT - 2/16 - 3pm

Lindsay McCarter just called with this news, regarding her Mom, Dianna Welch:  "MRI results have come back...there is NO osteomyelitis!!!!  She does have an infection, but it isn't to the bone, which means NO IV's!!  GOD IS GOOD!!"

Prayer Request - 2/15 - 4pm

Sue Munday sent this message:  "Kathie Gibbs will have a heart cath at Baylor Hospital tomorrow (2/16)."

Prayer Requests - 2/15 - 2:14pm

• Elton Weeks' mother, Alta Weeks, has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure. She is 92 years old.
• Anita Roden's shoulder surgery went well yesterday. She is in PRMC/South-608. She will be there for another day or so.
• Allen Jumper is in PRMC/South-Room 312.

 

Prayer Requests - 2/14 - 9:48pm

Marie Figgins' niece, Kim Baggs, passed away this evening.  Kim had 2 children, 25 and 18.  Please keep the family in your prayers.

Johnny Nabors went back to the Dr. today.  He will be off work until next Monday.  Loretta asked that we pray that this will be the last hospital stay for a long time.



LACOC Youth Group, Kyle, Monica, Jarod & Kristi....you did such a wonderful job last night.  Thank you for the beautiful decorations, delicious food and great fun!  Thank you also for taking time out of YOUR busy lives to take care of us.

Prayer Request - 2/14 - 12:47pm

Marie Figgins' niece, Kim Baggs from Sulphur Springs, was removed from life support this morning.  Please keep the family in your prayers.

Valentine's Dinner Tonight - 6:30pm

Prayer Request - 2/13 - 2:34pm

Dianna Welch will be having an MRI tomorrow to see if the bone infection is back in her foot.

Prayer Requests - 2/13 - 1:10pm

• Carle Usry went forward yesterday morning, asking for prayers, for the struggles in her life. Also asked for prayers for her brother, Lucas Simpson. There is a possibility that he will be returning to Boles Home.
• Please keep Jeremy Wilson and his family in your prayers as they mourn the loss of his Dad, Larry. Family night will be Wednesday from 6-7pm at Bright Holland Funeral Home. His funeral service will be Thursday at 2pm, also at the funeral home.
• Jean O'Neal continues to heal, from her fall last week.
• Joel McGee had to go back into the hospital for another surgery this week. (He had his tonsils removed on Friday 2/3.)
• Margie McQueen (Sharon Thielman's Mom) has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Please keep her husband, Wayne, in your prayers for strength and patience to care for her.
• Marchita Thielman (Jimmy's Mom) is recovering from double by-pass. She's also experiencing problems with her eyes.
• Tammy Brunson (friend of Todd Duren) has recently bee diagnosed with breast cancer.
• Continue to remember the family of Dr. Mel Young, who passed away over the weekend from cancer.
• Calvin Ramsey (friend of Usry's) is in a Plano hospital after a car accident.
• David Kennedy (friend of Usry's) is in bad health and is on dialysis.
• Heather Cannon has received ALL of the financial backing for her continued mission work with AIM.
• Ashleigh Kennedy (Mike and Gail's daughter) for her struggles with life.
• Jimmy Faulkner was back at church yesterday! How wonderful to see him back with us!
• Lorene Butler (Jerry McFadden's Mom) is continuing to have health issues.
• Alene Newton (Alvin Buchanan's sister) is seriously ill with a fast growing tumor on her bladder. Alvin and Lilla traveled to San Antonio on Saturday to be with her. Prayers for peace and comfort and safe travels.
• Phyllis Giguere fell at church, yesterday morning. She was a little shaken up, but was fine. 

A HUGE thank you goes to Laura Cannon for serving as the interim children's coordinator!

 

VALENTINE DINNER: TONIGHT (Feb. 13) at 6:30pm in the Outreach Bldg. All couples and Young at Heart are invited. Please sign-up at the Welcome Center.

 

LIFE GROUPS: The LTC Scrapbook team wants a picture of your group. Please give it to April McClour.

 

SIMPLE SUPPER: This weeks entree is Frito Chili Pie! Please donate $2 per person. If you did not sign-up on Sunday morning, please call the church office to reserve your place.

 

PANTRY NEEDS: Macaroni and Cheese

 

Shepherd Cluster Group Meeting - Sunday, February 26th at 6pm:

A-D: Lewis Anderson and Patrick Cannon

E-K: Cleve Fendley and Kyle Jones

L-R: Doug Faires and Jay Spencer 

S-Z: Wayne Kerby and Richard Peace

  

Keep The Date:

Feb 13: Valentine Dinner

Feb 15: GAP Night

Feb 19: Life Groups

Feb 26: Nichols Baby Shower

Feb 26: Shepherd Cluster Groups

Feb 28: Open Youth Room
Mar 20: H.A.L.O.

Apr 6-7: LTC

 

Love you - MEAN IT!

Our sympathy.......

Jeremy Wilson's Dad, Larry Wilson, passed away at 12:01am this morning.  No other details are known at this time.

Debra Usry sent this message:  "Dr. Mel Young passed away last night from cancer."  No other details are known at this time.

Please keep these two families in your prayers.

Prayer Requests - 2/10 - 9:22pm

Larry Wilson, Jeremy Wilson's Dad, is in a hospital in Dallas on life support and not expected to live.  He was in the hospital and was to have pacemaker surgery this morning.  When they went to wake him, he was unresponsive.

Linda Easton asked that we pray for Ansley Fisher, a 3 year old who is having a procedure done at Children's Hospital next Thursday (2/16).

Prayer Requests - 2/9 - 1pm

• Brittany Twitty & Wendell Johnson will be getting married this Saturday night at 6pm at LACOC.  Brittany asked that we pray for a "strong rooted marriage in the Lord and for safe travel during our honeymoon".  Also, Wendell was laid off of his job at Campbell Soup on Wednesday.  Lots of prayers for this sweet couple.
• Johnny Nabors continues to be in PRMC/South.  Loretta says he is better.
• Lillian Taylor was dismissed from the hospital today.  She does have an appointment with a surgeon in Tyler next week.
• Payden Daniels has been really sick with asthma these last 2 weeks. 
• Jimmy Faulkner is doing really well....in fact, he helped with the benevolence group yesterday!
• Brooke Spann, former NLHS classmate of Haley Bulls, is 23 years old and had to have a pacemaker.
• Glen Martin, former principal at NLHS, had knee replacement last week and was readmitted to PRMC/North for rehab.  He had complications.
• Judy Loggins (neighbor of the Bulls) has had her Mom in the nursing home for years with Alzheimer's.  Her Mom is now in her final days.
• Ann McMillan (Margaret Lough's Mom) had her surgery last week and is doing well.

Prayer Request - 2/8 - 2:36pm

Bill Tribbey will have a heart cath on Friday.

Prayer Requests - 2/8 - 10:05am

Louis Woodall had heath cath yesterday and one stint. He will be coming home tomorrow.

Misty Gage sent this message about her Mom, Lillian Taylor:  "Not going home today... blood pressure still high.  Has to see a Dr. in Tyler next week.  She has some hardening of the arteries in her neck and possibly her kidneys."

Prayer Requests - 2/8 - 9:34am

Dot Campbell's son, Jim, had surgery on Monday for an aneurysm. The surgery went well, but yesterday he had a stroke.

Sue Munday sent this message:  "Our grandson, Justin, has been diagnosed with Mono and is going to be dismissed from the hospital."

Prayer Requests - 2/8 - 7:42am

Loretta Nabors posted this message:  "Johnny is still in hospital on IV antibiotics, finger is still red and has fever in it and JN said it still throbs, said he didn't get much sleep last night because it throbbed all night.  Dr doubled pain meds so he should rest better tonight. Dr. Singh said we are taking it one day at a time. Thanks everybody for all the calls, text messages and prayers."

Rickey McFadden asked that we keep him in our prayers.  He's having cataract surgery on his right eye tomorrow.  Also, he has started preaching full-time at Powderly Church of Christ.

Thankfulness...

Prayer Request - 2/7 - 9:38am

Butch & Sue Munday's grandson, Justin Williamson, was admitted to the hospital in Corpus Christi yesterday.  Jeff and Candy traveled there last night and tests are being performed. 

Prayer Request - 2/5 - 9:50pm

Derald Bulls' asked for prayers for Kevan Bennett, a teacher at North Lamar.  He will be having another throat surgery on Monday (2/13).  He was involved in a very bad car accident a few years ago and is having to have another surgery to help him breathe. 

Prayer Request - 2/6 - 6:26pm

Jean O'Neal has been released from the hospital.  (Medicare won't pay for her to stay!)  She has no broken bones, but is going to be really sore! 

Prayer Request - 2/6 - 4:22pm

Jean O'Neal is at PRMC/S in the ER at this time.  She works part-time for one of the car rental companies and they had her take a car to get the oil change.  She fell into the pit, where the mechanic works under the car, which is about 6-7 feet down.  She's cut her arm to the bone and they are performing x-rays and an MRI right now. 

Prayer Request - 2/6 - 2:44pm

Anita Roden will have shoulder replacement surgery Monday, Feb 13. Drs thought the neck surgery she had would possibly relieve her pain. It did not.

Prayer Requests - 2/6 - 1:31pm

Just received a text from Loretta Nabors:  "Johnny has been admitted to the hospital.  He has another infection in his finger.  They've admitted him so that he can start IV antibiotics and the infectious disease Dr. can see him sooner."

Prayer Requests - 2/6 - 1:16pm

• I received this message from Sue Munday:  "Our grandson, Justin Williamson, is in college in Corpus Christi.  He was treated for strep last week, but got worse over the weekend.  He is having lab work  and a CT scan of his lymph nodes today.  His parents, Jeff and Candy are leaving today to check on him."
• Patrick called and checked on Lillian Taylor. They are planning on keeping her for one more day in ICU at Clarksville. She was admitted last night for high BP.
• Patrick also talked to Dot Campbell. Her son, Jim will have surgery today at 1:00 for an aneurysm at Plano Medical Center. He was in ICU rm 12. Dot's cell is 903-272-6293.
• Linda Strickland's great-nephew, Mason, is still in the hospital, but doing a little better.
• Carol James' mother, Mrs. Kelly, is in the hospital in Hugo.

Prayer Request - 2/5 - 9:40pm

Lillian Taylor was taken to the ETMC/Clarksville ER this afternoon with very high blood pressure, and was admitted to the ICU with strict orders to stay in the bed.  As of this evening, the b/p was starting to come down. 

Prayer Request - 2/5 - 9:07pm

Mierlan Payne's brother-in-law, Tom Mays, passed away last night.  His funeral will be Wednesday in Missouri.

Weekly Update - 2/5 - 8:09pm

• Rita Pringle went forward this morning asking for prayers for strength for closer walk with God.
• Michelle Anderson - health issues and prayers for good lab results.
• Joel McGee - is recovering at home from surgery on Friday.  He had a tonsillectomy.  Prayers for healing.
• John McGee's Dad, Thomas - had a heart cath procedure on Friday.  He is improving.
• Dot Campbell - suffering with the shingles.  Her son Jim has been diagnosed with an aneurysm and another son has cancer.
• Brooklyn Kate Beeler was born this past week.  She weighed in at 9 pounds and is 20 1/4 inches long.  Jeff & Jennifer Beeler are the proud parents.  Allen & Nikki Beeler are the EVEN prouder grandparents.
• Glen Barnett - health issues.
• Kathy Grigsby - possible food poisoning.
• Greg Wilson - traveling to Austin, next weekend, for Special Olympic/Bowling competition.
• Doris McGill - as she is continuing to mourn the loss of her sister, last week.
• Gail Taylor - is still recovering from surgery.   Will be at home for another 4 weeks.
• Chandler Jones - having shoulder problems, with the possibility of surgery.
• Nancy Jones - one of her former co-workers passed away in Waco.  Prayers for Nancy has she travels to be with the family.
• Becky Webb - prayers of thanksgiving for their son Mark.  He is in a rehab facility for 90 days and then will be home.
• Christian Medina - 1st grader at Justiss is in Children's Medical/Dallas with pneumonia.  He had been in ICU for 5 days and is now in a private room.
• Kari Ann Cannon's grandmother - failing health.
• Lillian Taylor's friend Billie Lindsey - her daughter, Priscilla, passed away on Saturday.
• Tanya Welch's nephew, Alex.  His 3 month old baby passed away from SIDS, 2 weeks ago.  Alex is having many personal issues now and is need of our prayers.
• Heather Cannon's mission work is progressing.  She is in Mexico City at this time.
• Gene & Ruth Ann Stallings and their family as they are in Haiti on a medical mission trip at this time.
• Bailey Cannon - as she continues to prepare for her mission trip this summer to Zambia.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Hot or cold cereal.

 

SIMPLE SUPPER:  This weeks' entree is Chicken Cordon Bleu.  Please donate at least $2 per person.  If you did not sign up on Sunday morning and want to join us on Wednesday night, call the church office to make your reservation.

KEEP THE DATE:
Feb 11:  Brittany Twitty & Wendell Johnson wedding
Feb 12:  LTC meeting after worship in Room 6.  Everyone involved with LTC needs to attend.
Feb 12:  Faithful Readers
Feb 12:  Youth Group Dinner/Devo at the Baggett's
Feb 13:  Valentine's Dinner
Feb 15:  Gap Night (bring your water jugs with change)
Feb 26:  Nichols Baby Shower
Mar 20:  H.A.L.O.
Apr 6-7:  LTC

Love you - MEAN IT!

Valentine Dinner Invitation

All couples are invited to a Valentine Dinner on Monday, February 13th, at 6:30pm.  Please sign-up at the Welcome Center.  (Please bring your wedding photo.)

Shepherd Clusters

Doug Faires, on behalf of the elders, spoke to us this morning about the organization and goals of "Shepherd Clusters". He discussed the 5 areas that will be worked on.  (Synopsis of each point listed below.)
Our elders are concerned and responsible for the whole flock.  They aspire to insure that all members needs are attended to. 
There will be cluster gatherings.  These are crucial to the program success, and they ask that your attendance be a priority. 
These gatherings will be more of a sharing/prayer time.
These clusters will have 4 groups, broken down by the first letter of your last name:
1.  A-D - Lewis Anderson & Patrick Cannon
2.  E-K - Cleve Fendley & Kyle Jones
3.  L-R - Doug Faires & Jay Spencer
4.  S-Z - Wayne Kerby & Richard Peace

1)  Flock Management
Improve elder/member relationships, through visitation, prayer and bible study.  This will give them the chance to build a personal relationship with each member so that no one "falls through the cracks".
2)  Strength The Body:
Strengthen the community of believers and relationships with one another.  Accountability.  Become your "brother's keeper".
3)  Call To Commitment
Helping members become more involved and consider various ministry opportunities.
4)  Planning & DreamingWhere do we want LACOC to be in 5 years?  Or even 10 years?  What are we going to do between now and then?
5)  Crisis/Problems
Communication over difficult issues/decisions.  Encourage understanding and unity with disagreement.
The first cluster gathering will be Sunday night, February 26th, at 6pm.

Prayer Requests - 2/3 - 8:52am

• Rita Allen is having some health issues.  She will have an MRI Monday to see if they can get some answers. 
• Louis Woodall – to have heart cath in Sulphur Springs on Tuesday (2/7)
• Amanda Smith (friend of Cowan’s) – has been chosen to be bone marrow donor – usually an emotional situation
• Bruce Hood Sr. (friend of Wayne Kerby) – health issues
• Judy Hand (friend of Stallings) – serious condition with pneumonia
• Gene & Ruth Ann Stallings and family – medical mission trip to Haiti this week
• Doris McIlroy – thyroid cancer, to have surgery on Thursday (2/9)

Can you help?

LTC's theme for 2012 is "Journey of Faith".  Mike Grigsby wants to develop a team of students that will chronicle the Journey of Faith that Lamar Avenue Church of Christ has traveled.  This team will create a scrapbook of photos, bulletins, newspaper clippings, wedding napkins, etc.  ANYTHING about the history of LACOC.  Once this is compiled, it will be placed in the church library for generations to come.
If you would like to donate these items, or if you'd just like to make copies for the students to use, please give to Mike or bring them to the church office with Mike's name on them.  (Please bring within the next 2 weeks.)

Prayer Request - 2/2 - 9:51pm

Linda Strickland's great-nephew that was born yesterday here in Paris. Mason Webster was born a healthy weight but his lungs weren't fully developed. He was sent to Medical City for treatment. Mason's parents are Tony and Felicia Webster, Tony is Linda's nephew.

Prayer Request - 2/1 - 2:03pm

Jerry Allen will be having a heart cath soon.