Services for Chuck Brazile

Chuck's visitation will be Monday evening from 6-8pm at Starrett Funeral Home.  Funeral service will be 2pm Tuesday afternoon at Lamar Avenue Church of Christ.  Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetary.

Prayer Request - 8/30

John Gentry asks for prayers for his niece, Vicki Lewis.  She was taken from work yesterday to a Ft. Worth hospital with possibly a stroke.  She's in her mid-fifties.

Update on Kristi Anthony - 8/29

Posted by Jay tonight:  "Yesterday was a difficult day and night for Kristi but I really believe that her mind is trying so hard to file everything back in correct order. She is again asking a lot of questions and she knows the answers already...confirmation, I think.
She is struggling with Austin's absence even though she knows that he is ...where he should be...she told her ST today that Austin had a great opportunity before him. This feels like a good thing that is happening but it is very emotionally challenging for her and us all. Her therapy team is working so hard for Kristi and the neuro-feedback seems to be very promising. Her neuropsychologist, Dr. Armstrong calls me every week to check on her progress. Kristi's friend, Danny an occupational therapist is continually giving us advice, doing research and helping with her therapy just because she cares. What a great team of GODLY professionals that He has provided! We have been blessed and YOUR prayers continue!!!
Pray for Kristi's recovery and her struggles with memory and walking. I would like to ask that you pray for the emotional stress that Austin, Tyler, and Cody deal with daily. Tyler and Cody are really helping Kristi with so many things. Sandy needs rest so badly, and I would appreciate your prayers for some sleep. However, things are so much better and we have been so blessed by God and all of the people that He puts in our life EVERY DAY - To God be ALL of the Glory for this - Jay"

 

Our Sympathy...

Derald Bulls just sent this message:  "I regret to share sad news, but I just hung up with Tuesday and Chuck has ended his struggle just a few minutes ago....with Tuesday laying by his side holding his hand.  She is an amazing young lady and I'd ask that you send her cards of your memories of Chuck along with your condolences.  There are no more details at this time except we lost another great friend and classmate.  But, we rejoice that he suffers no more and is home with God."

Please remember his brothers Dan and John and the entire Braziel family in your prayers.

Update on Chuck Brazile - 8/29

Derald Bulls just sent this message:  "I just got off the phone with Tuesday (Chuck's daughter).  Sadly the hospice nurse is there and said it was a matter of hours, not days.  Please pray and he'd welcome a visit if you can."

Update on Chuck Brazile - 8/27

Derald Bulls sent this message:  "I just received a text from Tuesday (Chuck’s step daughter) and she said that if all goes as planned, Chuck will come to her home in Fort Worth as early as this evening. Tuesday didn’t mention hospice but I’m sure there is a plan to keep his pain under control. Some of you are unaware of Chuck’s health condition, in a nutshell is very grim; his heart (aorta) is enlarged and his kidneys have failed along with cancer being discovered in several areas recently. I would ask that whether you were close to Chuck or not, please take a moment to reach out to him. He’s in Medical Plaza Hospital, Fort Worth, as of now but will be dismissed, baring any unforeseen issues, today/tonight."

Prayer Request Update - 8/26

Linda Erwin sent this message tonight:  "Matt Patterson's surgery went great, 3 bypasses. Dr. said he has had a heart attack sometime within last 6 months to 5 years."

Don't forget...tomorrow is the first day of school!

SCHOOL ZONES mean not only a slower speed...but NO CELL PHONES!
Pray for the students AND the teachers!

Weekly Update - 8/23

One of our elders, Doug Faires, relayed a message from our elders and ministry staff this morning.  They are asking members of LACOC to pray diligently for the next 4 months (Sept-Dec) for our church and for our leadership.  We know that if we pray, God will bless us more abundantly than we could ever imagine.

Our sympathy to the Stutsman family as they mourn the loss of Art's Dad, John.  His services were held this week in Missouri.

• Chuck Brazile is still in declining health at Plaza Medical in Ft. Worth.  He was a alert and talking yesterday.
• Patsy Elliott is recovering from cataract surgery and an accident which wounded her leg.
• Helen Norman is recovering from surgery.
• Kristi Anthony is doing great with physical therapy...just needs more prayers for her memory.
• Tom Wood will have a CT scan on Sept 3.  Please pray for complete healing.
• Charlie Rhodes (friend of the Bulls') is waiting for lung biopsy results.
• Donna Archer (a friend of mine) is scheduled for a stem cell transplant on Friday.
• Wanda McFadden has been moved to Heritage House.
• Linda Erwin's friend, Matt Patterson, had a heart cath on Saturday, multiple blockages found.  He will have heart by-pass on Monday. 
• Former member, Louise Pringle, has just been released from a hospital in Missouri.  Rita said that she was severely dehydrated!
• Tim Keele asked for prayers for his Mom, Lucille Smith. She will be having gallbladder surgery.
• Lesa Bulls friend, Sandra Fritchie, is recovering from back surgery.  Also, their friend Brad Bush is battling cancer.
• Tanya Welch asked for prayers for her daughter, Kelci Welch, as she spreads her wings she will stay strong and close to God above all else.
• Tanya also asks for prayers for her friend, Emily Smith.  She moved out of an abusive marriage.  Prayers for her strength and courage as she starts over.
• Misty Ray asked for prayers for Margaret Jones, from Sulphur Springs, as she has moved into the nursing home.
• Becky Skinner (Anita Roden's friend) has been battling cancer and it has now gone into her hip and spine.  She's in a lot of pain.
• Robert Slider (co-worker of mine) is at home recovering from double by-pass surgery.
• Remember the Vanderpool's and their mission work in Haiti.

It's always good to see visitors...especially when they are former members!  Good to see you today Harold and Peggy Hervey!  We miss you!

THANK YOU!!!!!  To James and Kim Hanley and all other volunteers who made the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon such a HUGE success.  Over 400 teachers and staff personnel were served on Tuesday.

DON'T FORGET....The Faires/Anderson Life Group Shut-In Project:  Their group is collecting any items for bags to take to members who are ill or shut-in.  There's a basket on the ladies table for any donations you may have.  Small items, that will fit into gift bags, are preferred.

Blood Drive:  Carter Blood Care will be here on Wednesday, Sept 4th from 4pm-8pm.  A sign-up sheet will be available soon.

Simple Supper:  This weeks' entrée is Cavatini.  Please donate at least $2 per person

Pantry Needs:  Canned Meat

KEEP THE DATE:
Aug 28:  WSS Speaker -Jerry Savage from Sulphur Springs
Sept 4:    Blood Drive
Sept 4:    Silver Ring Thing....youth and parents
Sept 8:    Faithful Readers

Love you - MEAN IT!!

Update on Tom Wood - 8/24

Joanne Wood sent this message tonight:  "Tom has a CT scan Sept 3rd, with results Sept 9th.  Please PRAY for no spread of the cancer, significant shrinkage of the 2 masses and for ultimate HEALING.  We thank God for your love and prayers and may our Heavenly Father be glorified as they are answered."

Prayer Request - 8/24

Linda Erwin sent this message:  "Matt Patterson has several blockages which were discovered after a heart cath and will have to have surgery.  His parents are Lynn and Marvin Ann Patterson.  He is married, the father of a little girl and a new baby boy, and is in his 30's."

Update on Chuck Brazile - 8/22

Derald Bulls sent this message:  "I spoke to Tuesday (Chuck's daughter) this afternoon.  Chuck's condition continues to decline.  His aorta is enlarged and they can't treat it because of the adrenal gland cancer and other related issues.  She and Chuck's brother, Dan, met with some doctors today and a hospice nurse is going to evaluate his condition as Tuesday would like to take him home if at all possible.  She is really hurting and hopes to keep him comfortable.  She said she was doing OK, but we both said that while we didn't know God's plan for Chuck Brazile, we do know God is in control.  Please pray for strength for this family."

Prayer Request - 8/22

Wanda McFadden has been moved to Heritage House for the next 2-3 weeks.

Prayer Request - 8/21

My friend Donna Archer, has been fighting cancer for 2 years.  She's about to go through another stem cell transplant, next Friday.  Her treatments weren't going as they needed to be.  She is really tired and has no energy.  She says..."I am not happy to go through this again, but I am glad that this opportunity is available to be.  God has been and is so good to me, I know that I am in His care and know that He is with me."

Update on the Brazile family - 8/21

Derald Bulls sent this message:  "Please pray for Chuck, Tuesday and John Brazile.  Tuesday went home after 4 days in the hospital for seizures, John is still in the hospital with kidney stones and Chuck isn't able to have the by-pass, as cancer has been found in multiple organs.  Tuesday will see him tonight, to set the course and would like to take him home if possible.  She and Chuck's older brother Dan hope to meet with the doctors.  Pray specifically by name to the Great Physician."

Our Sympathy....

Art Stutsman's dad, John, passed away on Sunday.  A memorial service was held tonight in Missouri.  Please keep their family in prayer for their loss as well as their travels.

Prayer Request - 8/21

Lesa Bulls sent this message:  "Please add our friend, Charlie Rhodes, to the prayer list.  He is having a lung biopsy today."

Prayer Request - 8/20

Patsy Elliott had cataract surgery recently and is doing well from that.  However, her car door blew against her leg and broke the skin, resulting in her having to go to the wound care clinic often.

Update on the Brazile Family - 8/20

• Chuck is still not doing well.
• Tuesday (his daughter) hopes to be dismissed from the hospital tonight.
• John (his brother) is at PRMC...kidney stones and ear infection.

Please keep this family in your prayers for their health.

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon - 8/20

Today was the annual Teacher Appreciation Luncheon at LACOC.  Around 400 teachers and staff were served.  A big THANKS to all that helped prepare, serve and provide desserts. It takes a lot of people to make this event happen and it went great!

 

 

Prayer Request - 8/20

A friend of mine, Tony Clark, had a heart cath today at PRMC/ICU.  They didn't find any blockages in the cath...but he had a severe bleed from the vein where they did the cath.  He will be in ICU for 24 hours, just be on the safe side.

Prayer Request - 8/20

Jessica Harris sent this message today:  "My Granny, Elizabeth Elrod, is in the hospital right now with high calcium and low potassium.  She may have to have surgery.  Things are really up in the air."

Shut-In Care Packages

I received this message from Carole Anderson:

The Faires/Anderson life group has a new project.  We are creating/assembling gift bags for members who are sick or hospitalized and shut-in's.  We are decorating bags, filling them with simple items and attaching a card to each so a message from the congregation can be included by the person delivering the bag.

We are hoping others will help with this project in the decorating, stuffing, and donating items to go in the bags.

The bags will be available in the church office and must be signed out through Kim or Laura.  (We are doing it this way so one person that might be in the hospital won't receive all the gift bags in case there are multiple visitors to them during their hospital stay.  If several people went to see the same person and they all got a gift bag, we would run out quickly.)  This will also help us keep count on the inventory of bags.

I am placing a laundry basket on the table by the ladies bulletin board for any donations that anyone want to donate to the gift bag creation.

We need  things like:

• Bottled Water
• The little packets of water flavoring that is pre-measured (usually about 10 tubes in a box).  (Regular and sugar free type.)
• Small snack size packages of crackers, cookies, chips, etc.
• Rolls of lifesavers, mints, gum, etc.  (Regular and sugar free type.)
• Bite size candy bars
• Ballpoint pens, inexpensive mechanical pencils
• Small note pads
• Small reading material, books, magazines, "soup for the soul", small puzzle books
• "Hotel" size bottles of body lotion
• Encouragement cards
• Small handmade items to brighten someones day.
• Pretty ribbons, bows, flowers, etc. to decorate bags.
• Small plain gift bags, or one that is brightly decorated without birthday, holiday writing on it.
• Or even donations to buy any of the above (give to Doug or Lewis)
• Anything in small sizes that can fit in a small gift bag and be used by someone not able to get to the store.

Prayer Request - 8/19

Chuck Brazile's daughter, Tuesday, had 2 seizures, on Saturday afternoon, in a 12 hour span and is in another hospital in Ft. Worth. 

Prayer Request - 8/19

Teresa Allen asked for prayers for Mary Brown of Sumner.  She has been diagnosed with stomach cancer.  (Mary is Mark Arnold's sister.)

Care Package Project Update

There has been lots of interest in the project that the Faires/Anderson life group is putting together for those in the hospital, shut-ins, etc. 
A collection box will be on the table, by the ladies bulletin board, on Wednesday night.  Please place all items in the box.
The next time they will be working on the care packages will be Sept. 15th at 1pm, in the old kitchen.

Our Sympathy....

Jenifer Cooper just sent this prayer request:  Kyle Lipscomb, a 2013 NLHS grad, died yesterday in a 4 wheeler wreck. His father Jim is battling leukemia. In fact he had to go to Dallas for a treatment today so they can't even plan his funeral until they get back.
His services are pending at Bright Holland Funeral Home.

Weekly Update - 8/18

Today was the last day for the 31 week study of "The Story" and what an amazing journey this has been.  Thank you Patrick for all your hard work on the weekly lessons.  Thank you to all the artists who made the 31 banners for the walls.  Thank you to all the teachers and Life Group leaders who have worked so hard to keep the lessons on point each week.  And, thank you Andrew Whitehouse for the beautiful song service this morning. 

Response:  Brice Williams asked for prayers this morning, stating that "my life is still shaky and I need more stability."

Sympathy:  Continue to remember the John Figgins and family as they are mourning the loss of John's brother, Jerry, who passed away on Thursday in Searcy, Arkansas.

• Dianna Welch had sinus surgery on Thursday and is now recovering at home.
• Mindy Bulls is recovering at home from knee surgery
• Dot Campbell continues to recover at home from back surgery.
• Wanda McFadden was re-admitted to PRMC/Room 518 on Friday.
• Pat Houser has been moved to Stillhouse Nursing Center.
• Becky Skinner (Anita Roden's friend) has been battling cancer and it has now gone into her hip and spine.  She's in a lot of pain.
• Alan Boyd has had a few falls this week.  These have left him a little banged up and sore.
• Roy Jones is continuing testing.
• Kristi Anthony is doing great with physical therapy...just needs more prayers for her memory.
• Tiffany Parker and her baby girl, Mila, are at home now.
• Chuck Brazile is in Plaza Medical Center/ICU in Ft. Worth.
• Robert Slider (co-worker of mine) is at home recovering from double by-pass surgery.
• Remember all college students as they are on their way to start their year!  Keep their parents in your prayers also as their 'babies' leave the nest.
• Remember the Vanderpool's and their mission work in Haiti.

Niteroi, Brazil Building Project:  Monetary donations are still being taken for this effort.

Backpacks 4 Kids:  Charlotte Grooms is accepting donation of new backpacks or monetary donations.  Charlotte works at Justiss Elementary.  New backpacks are greatly appreciated by the students there.

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon:  We will be honoring the teachers of our community with a luncheon on Tuesday, August 20th, as they prepare for the new school year.  DESSERTS ARE NEEDED!!! We are preparing for 320 teachers this year.  See James Hanley or Patrick Cannon if you would like to help prepare, serve or clean up.  Thanks for your help!

Blood Drive:  Carter Blood Care will be here on Wednesday, Sept 4th from 4pm-8pm.  A sign-up sheet will be available soon.

Simple Supper:  This weeks' entrée is Mexican Stack-Ups.  Please donate at least $2 per person

Pantry Needs:  Soup with meat

KEEP THE DATE:
Aug 20:  Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
Aug 21:  WSS Speaker -Tim Young from Rockwall
Aug 28:  WSS Speaker -Jerry Savage from Sulphur Springs
Sept 4:    Blood Drive
Sept 8:    Faithful Readers

CAN YOU HELP?

Anderson/Faires Life Group Project:  They are making gift packages for our church members that are in the hospital, sick or shut in. They have opened this project to anybody that would like to help and/or just bring things for them to put in the bags.  They can use things like: bottled water, flavoring for water, purse size packages of Kleenex, pens, notes pads, individual wrapped crackers, hard candy, Life Savers, puzzle books, small bottles of lotion (the kind like you get at hotels etc). They can use just about anything that you can think of.

Update on Chuck Brazile - 8/17

Derald Bulls sent this message:  "Lewis Anderson and I ended up going this afternoon to see Chuck.  Saw his daughters, ex-wife and brother.  Was thankful for the visit and he is still in CCU.  He has been cleared for bypass as of this afternoon, but that could change by Monday.  2 arteries 80% blocked and 2 are 95% blocked.  Very weak, not eating, but thankful for all the prayers.  Glad I had a chance to go see him.  Hoping bypass may help blood flow.  Please consider sending him a card/note.  Thanks!"

Plaza Medical Center
900 8th Avenue

Fort Worth, TX 76104

Update on Chuck Brazile - Part 2 - 8/16

Derald Bulls sent this update....Just talked to Tuesday- also in cath had 2 arteries 80% blocked and 2 arteries 95% blocked. If not able to do bypass will do 4 stents. Just wondering if anyone up to making a Sunday afternoon trip to FW to see him. I can't leave before 130-2. In ICU/CCU so wouldn't be long visit. Tuesday felt like he needed positive encouragement and sends thanks for prayers.

Update on Chuck Brazile - 8/16

Dinah Border sent this information tonight:  Chuck had a heart cath today.  His heart is only pumping 20%.  They will do bypass on Monday.  He is still in Plaza Medical Center in Fort Worth in the Cardiac Care Unit.

Update on Dianna Welch - 8/16

Dianna Welch has been released from the hospital and is recovering at home.

Prayer Request - 8/16

Pat Houser has been transferred to Paris Rehab & Healthcare on Stillhouse Road.  She will be there several weeks.

Prayer Request - 8/16

Wanda McFadden has been re-admitted to PRMC/Room 518.

Our Sympathy...

John Figgins' brother, Jerry, passed away yesterday.  His services will be tomorrow morning in Searcy, Arkansas.  Please remember John, Russell and Robyn in their travels.

Update on Chuck Brazile - 8/15

Dinah Border sent this message:  "John (Chuck's brother) talked to the nurse at 7:30.  Chuck is doing better, breathing easier, more alert and responsive."

Can You Help?

Kim Hanley sent this message:  "I have been made aware of a family that is in need of school supplies for 2 children.  A boy that will be in first grade at Aiken and a girl in the 6th grade at Crockett.  I am hoping to provide these items for them but could use some help.  It will cost approximately $90 (Office Equipment Center pre-packaged).  If anyone would like to help with this, it would be much appreciated.  This family has been through a major crisis and I would like to help them in this way."  Contact Kim at the church office, 903-785-0387, if you would like to help also. 

Prayer Requests - 8/14

• Dianna Welch will have sinus surgery in the morning (Thurs) at 9am at PRMC.
• Tiffany Parker and her baby girl, Mila Grace, are at home now.
• Chuck Brazile is in Plaza Medical/ICU.  They are continuing tests on him.
• Mindy Bulls is recovering at home after knee surgery on Monday.  If you can help with meals, please call Danny at 903-737-7684.
• Don't forget the Teachers Luncheon next Tuesday at 11am.  If you can help with desserts, there is a sign-up sheet on the Welcome Center.

Update on Chuck Brazile - 8/14

Dinah Border called to correct her message from this morning:  Chuck Brazile had been in rehab, in Denton, and was released.  He has been at his daughter's home for about a week.  Tuesday (the daughter) took him to the ER, at Plaza Medical Center in Ft. Worth, this morning and they admitted him into the ICU unit.  Today they plan on performing a dye CT of his lungs and then will perform dialysis to get rid of the dye.  They are hoping to move him to Presbyterian/Dallas.

Can you help?

Mindy Bulls had knee surgery again this week.  Can you fix a meal for the family this Thursday through Sunday?  Danny's phone number is 903-737-7684.  Tuesday and Wednesday nights are covered.

Weekly Update - 8/11

Baptized: 

• Macy Bryan was baptized this morning.  She is the daughter of Roger and Stephanie Bryan.
• Tate Bivens was baptized at Camp Deer Run last Wednesday night.  Tate is the grandson of Peggy Robinson.

Response:  Jason Ray went forward this morning..."Praise God that his relationship with Misty is closer", for him to be a stronger Christian and continued prayers for his Dad (Mack Ray) as he is recovering from surgery.

Sympathy:  Continue to remember the Boyd family as they are mourning the loss of their sister-in-law, Maudie Boyd, who passed away on Sunday.

• Mindy Bulls will be having another knee surgery in the morning.
• Dot Campbell is home and recovering from back surgery.
• Wanda McFadden was released from the hospital on Friday.  She continues to have problems with her lungs and breathing.
• Roy Jones is continuing testing.
• Kristi Anthony is doing great with physical therapy...just needs more prayers for her memory.
• Tiffany Parker's baby girl, Mila, continues to be in Baylor/Dallas.
• Chuck Brazile remains in a Denton hospital with serious kidney issues.
• Robert Slider (co-worker of mine) had a double by-pass
•  My Mom, Louise McMillan, is MUCH improved. 
• Vera Wilson's son, Chaz Wilson, is out at sea, on his way to the Middle East.
• Former member of LACOC, Mike Banks, is out of ICU.
• Kathy Ballard's friend, Jerry Mack, has been diagnosed with liver cancer.
• Rebecca Cowan's mother-in-law, Jane Cowan, is in skilled nursing and hopes to come home.
• Mark Welch and Diane McFadden's Mom, Lillian Welch, continues to be in poor health.
• Anna Zant asked for prayers for her parents, the Mashburn's,
• Remember all college students as they are on their way to start their year!  Keep their parents in your prayers also as their 'babies' leave the nest.
• Remember the Vanderpool's and their mission work in Haiti.

Niteroi, Brazil Building Project:  Monetary donations are still being taken for this effort.

Backpacks 4 Kids:  Charlotte Grooms is accepting donation of new backpacks or monetary donations.  Charlotte works at Justiss Elementary.  New backpacks are greatly appreciated by the students there.

Back To School Bash:  All families who have kids in school are invited for one last summer event before school starts.  Games, food, family, devotional and more.  10:00am-1:30pm.  Make plans to attend.

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon:  We will be honoring the teachers of our community with a luncheon on Tuesday, August 20th, as they prepare for the new school year.  If you can help provide a dessert, please sign the list located at the visitors center.  We are preparing for 320 teachers this year.  See James Hanley or Patrick Cannon if you would like to help prepare, serve or clean up.  Thanks for your help!

Simple Supper:  This weeks' entree is BBQ Sloppy Joes.  Please donate at least $2 per person

Pantry Needs:  Peanut Butter

KEEP THE DATE:
Aug 14:  WSS Speaker - John Cannon from Texarkana
Aug 17:  Back to School Bash
Aug 20:  Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
Aug 21:  WSS Speaker -Tim Young from Rockwall
Aug 28:  WSS Speaker -Jerry Savage from Sulphur Springs



NEXT WEEK:

Update on Wanda McFadden - 8/9

Wanda McFadden has been released from the hospital today!

A letter from Andy Garner....

Dear church family:

I am considering changing the age group of our Children's Worship.  I believe it would be most effective if the two year olds attended their own class instead of the current Children's Worship.  Adding an alternative class will create a need for additional teachers for the two year olds during the Children's Worship time period.  There is currently curriculum available for this age group which will make it an easy transition if teachers are available.

I am trying to gauge the interest in who would be willing to teach during this time period.  I would like to have a rotation and staff two teachers at a time.  This would mean that those who teach will have one Sunday every other month.

I do not want to raid the Children's Worship volunteers for this program.  WE ARE LOOKING FOR THOSE WHO MAY NOT BE TEACHING OR HAVE NOT TAUGHT IN A WHILE.  There is no timetable set in place for this to happen, but the sooner the better.

Please contact Andy Garner if you are interested at andylacoc@gmail.com or call the church office (903) 785-0387.

Thanks,
Andy Garner

Our Sympathy...

Please keep the Alan Boyd family in your prayers.  His brother Craig's wife, Maudie, had a massive heart attack on Friday and passed away on Sunday.  She was only 54, and leaves a son who will be 20 today and a daughter that is 24.

Prayer Request - 8/8

Dot Campbell has been released from the hospital and is home.  She is doing well.

Prayer Request - 8/7

One of our co-workers, Robert Slider, will have a heart by-pass surgery tomorrow at PRMC.

Prayer Requests - 8/7

Mack Ray is healing well from his hip surgery and walking good!
Wanda McFadden is in PRMC
Curbe Goolsby, the Anderson's cousin, fell out of his bed at the nursing home, required 7 stitches.
My Mom, Louise McMillan,  has had another stroke.  Please pray for comfort for her.  (We had been told that she only had a few days...but, "they" don't know my Mommy and her fighting spirit.)
Mack Thurman, Sherry Welch's neighbor, is in renal failure.
Continue to remember Ronnie and Gaily Usry as they are mourning the loss of Gail's dad.
Kathy Marshall's friend, Mary Brewer, is about to loose her best friend to cancer.
Former member of LACOC, Mike Banks, is out of ICU.
Sharon Tinley, friend of Jay Spencer, is experiencing lung issues.
Chuck Brazile remains in the hospital in Denton.
Geron Markum, a friend of Bill King, has cancer.
Our mission team in Brazil is getting excited over their prospect to have a new building! 
Remember the Vanderpool's and their mission work in Haiti.
Clint Spencer returned from Africa this week after a successful medical mission trip.
Gene Stallings

Through the miracle of cellphones....the Honduras team is checking in periodically and doing great!

Jacob Rodgers, Jared Baggett, Drew and Shai Harris,
Michelle Anderson and Austin Anthony.

Prayer Request - 8/6

Wanda McFadden has been admitted to PRMC/Room 519.  They are testing her for pneumonia.

Update on Kristi Anthony - 8/4

Posted by Jay at 2pm:  We truly need your help in praying for a need for our family. Most of you have been on this long journey with us since the very beginning about 8 months ago. So you’ve seen us at our worst and weakest moments in life. I believe with all of my heart that God can do anything, anyway, at any time that He desires. For some reason through this whole ordeal He has chosen to use the prayers of a multitude of believers in unison to perform His work in Kristi’s healing and recovery going back to last November when He saved her from an almost certain death.
 Since I know that He hears the shouts of His people as we ask for these needs as one people I have decided to become totally transparent and write my otherwise private prayer to God right here so that each of you who are led to pray for this will know exactly what our requests include. Thank you for continuing to faithfully intercede in Kristi’s behalf!
“My Loving Father, first please protect Austin as he travels to the mission field of Honduras and keep the entire team safe and ready the harvest and use these workers to bring the lost to Christ. Next you know Father as I left Austin in your care early this morning I drove away alone thinking of how difficult it will be in two weeks when he leaves for college. It would be difficult under normal circumstances but with what has happened it seems unbearable. Father you know that Austin loves his Mom and has faithfully stuck by her and he so wants her to be able to know what is going on when he leaves for college. You also know that I need Kristi as well for strength to get through this time as she is my help mate, best friend, and encouragement. Austin needs Kristi now as he leaves home, I need her now as Austin leaves, Tyler and Cody need their Mom now as their big brother leaves and as another school year starts. I am pleading with you Lord and I certainly know that Your timing is perfect and that I cannot see your future plans clearly but I know that they include healing Kristi and that Your plans for us are for good. What I am pleading for Father is something immediate, I am asking that you would heal Kristi’s mind right now Father that you would allow her to know what is happening in the present and be able to remember it and deal with it as a Mother would deal with this giant change in a family’s life. Father we need her now. Please answer our pray, quickly Father but YOUR will not ours be done. In Your precious Son’s name Amen.”I sincerely thank you all - Jay

Our sympathy...

Peggy Buster's friend, Gary Callaway's Mom Lois Haefele, passed away today. 
Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home is in charge of services.