Our Sympathy...

Sherry Welch's uncle, U.C. (Bud) Shannon, passed away Friday night.  Visitation will be Monday, 5:30-7pm at Fry-Gibbs.  His funeral service will be Tuesday at 1:30 at Calvary Methodist Church.

Update on Emmie Hayes - 11/30

Brooke Hayes just posted:  "10 minutes before the Dr. came in to do the test on Emmie to see if she was brain dead, she took a few breaths on her own!  God is hearing the prayers!  We're still not close to being out of the woods but we know she's not done fighting!  Praise Jesus!  Keep those prayers coming!"

Prayer Request - 11/30

Susan George asked that we add her brother-in-law, Bill George (not the dentist), to our prayer lists.

Update on Emmie Hayes - 11/30

Update on Emmie Hayes, from her sister-in-law Brooke:  "Her brain has swollen so much that her brain stem is damaged.  She can't breathe on her own and her pupils aren't constricting.  We aren't giving up hope though.  It's all in God's hands at this point.  Please continue to pray for our sweet girl!  And please pray for comfort for our family."
Prayers for Joe, Trish, Daniel and the doctors and nurses that are tending to her.

URGENT Prayer Request - 11/29

Emmie Hayes, Joe's 11 year old daughter, was CareFlighted to Little Rock this morning with spinal meningitis.  She is now in a drug induced coma and on a vent.  Please pray for her and the family that she will come through this horrific illness.

Services for Tom Wood

A Memorial Service will be held for Tom Woods on Tuesday, December 3rd at 1pm at Lamar Avenue Church of Christ.

Prayer Request - 11/26

Pete Taylor asked that we pray for his friends Troy and Deloris Garner.  Troy is getting over pneumonia and Deloris has an upcoming surgery. 

Update on Dot Campbell - 11/26

Dot Campbell is home from the hospital.  She has an appointment on December 6th with a neurosurgeon to decide futher treatment on her back.

Our Sympathy.....

Our brother, Tom Wood, passed away this morning at 10:15 a.m., with his loving family around him.  Please keep them in your prayers for peace and comfort. 
No details are known at this time.

Update on Tom Wood - 11/26

Please keep Tom and the entire family in your prayers.  He is in very serious condition.

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST!!!!!

Tom Wood has been admitted to a hospital in Tulsa in serious condition. 
No other details are known at this time.

Weekly Update - 11/25

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Doris McGill is recovering from shoulder surgery at PRMC/Room 424.
• Dot Campbell is having therapy on her back.  She is in PRMC/Room 414.
• Lucy Staley - Health
• Lee McClain - Health
• Kristi Anthony - as she continues to have walking, memory, depression and confusion issues.
• Austin Anthony - Heart issues
• Mary Lloyd - Cancer
• Sue Salter - Health
• Benette Russell's parents, Dorothy and Ben Holland, are having health issues.  Please remember Benette also as she is caring for them.
• Larry Ballard asked for prayers for Dwayne Ballard and his health.
• Jerry Jarrell (librarian at Stone Middle School) recovering from 5 by-pass heart surgery.
• Bryce Williams asked for prayers for his friend Daniel, that he will build a relationship with God.
• Larry Box - Cancer (works at T&K Machine Shop)
• Paul Derringer - Cancer - local minister.
• Dr. Wally Kraft - Health  (Local veterinarian.)
• Gerald Housley - Has suffered 2 strokes and a blood clot.  Will be going to a long term health facility this week.  (Friend of mine from Frisco.)

CHRISTMAS BASKETS:  If you know individuals that will be needing food for Christmas, please look on the Welcome Center for a form to fill out their information. Please turn it back in on Sunday, Dec. 15th.  The food baskets will be delivered on Dec. 23rd.  Michael and Lindsay McCarter will be heading up this ministry again this year.

LADIES ORNAMENT EXCHANGE:  Tuesday, December 10th from 6:30-8:30 at the home of Angela Carter.  Bring a wrapped ornament ($5-$7) to exchange and your favorite finger food to share.  See the ladies bulletin board for more information.

SIMPLE SUPPER:  There is NO Simple Supper this week.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Toiletries

KEEP THE DATE:
Nov 26:  Mid-week service on Tuesday night - all classes in auditorium.
Nov 27-29:  OFFICE CLOSED
Dec 8:  Cookbook shower for Tiffany Clay
Dec 8:  KFC Christmas Party (K-5th)
Dec 10:   KFC Rudolph Party (Birth-PreK and siblings)
Dec 10:  Ladies Ornament Exchange at Angie Carter's house.
Dec 25:  No Wednesday night service.
Jan 1:  No Wednesday night service.

Love you - MEAN IT!

Prayer Request - 11/22

Larry Box (works at T&K Machinery) was diagnosed last week with cancer.  He started chemo on Monday.  His wife Tracy's Dad started chemo last week.  Please keep their family in your prayers.

You are invited...

New Information...

The facebook page that is listed as LACOC Paris Texas will be deleted in the very near future.  Please go to the NEW Lamar Avenue Church of Christ facebook page and join! 
Also, our church website will be undergoing a make-over and the facebook page will be linked there also.
New and exciting things coming!!!!

It's time....

College Connection Needs.....

There are 2 college students that need someone to send them a Care package.  Please call Jared Baggett ASAP if you can help with this.  903-268-1037

Update on Mike Grigsby - 11/19

Mike's heart tests came back clear.  They think his pain is from a hernia or muscle.  Should be going home this afternoon.

Prayer Request - 11/18

Mike Grigsby was admitted to PRMC/Room 447 due to chest pains and shortness of breath.  He is waiting on a heart cath to be scheduled.

Update on Austin Anthony - 11/18

Tests are DONE!  Dr. could not initiate a disarythmia so that is good news.  He will implant a recorder/monitor within a few weeks to watch for events.  There are some things to watch for on EKG and meds to take and he must carefully watch hydration and nutrition.

Update on Doris McGill - 11/18

Karen Cato sent this message this morning:  Mom is having a hard time.  She had surgery on her arm and they put a rod into it hoping to get it strong enough to help her maneuver around.  They cannot fix her hip (her partial replacement rammed through her socket and crushed the bones all around it.)  The Dr. is hoping that the bone and scar tissue will form a pseudo socket to support the replacement.  We will know if it has started working in about a month.  She will not ever be able to put weight on that leg again and will be in a wheelchair (we have not told her this).  She did help the PTs yesterday by putting weight on her good leg.  She will need to go to skilled nursing when she leaves the hospital for extra care and rehab. 
She is in a ton of pain and very, very confused.
Jane and I have to work, so Sandra Carroll (bless her) is getting a list of sitters together to stay with her during the day.  Jane had to go home.  It was very hard for her to leave and it is very hard for me to leave her after she has had a bad night.  I know whoever is there will take good care of her ... it's just hard.
Doug is keeping us fed and he and Darrell are filling in as needed....plus some.
Please keep praying for her...specifically that she has less pain and confusion.

Community Thanksgiving Worship Service

 

Just a reminder about the Community Thanksgiving Service THIS COMING UP THURSDAY – NOV. 21^st at 6:45pm ….Hosted by Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. 

STRIVING FOR MORE UNITY IN OUR COMMUNITY……is the theme of this year’s service.  No better way to show that – than to gather together with UNITY amidst our DIVERSITY…. denominational diversity...racial diversity...socio-economic diversity…..WORSHIPING OUR ONE GOD. 

Hope to see you & yours on Thursday night.

Update on Austin Anthony - 11/18

Austin Anthony's EP study (heart) started at 7:30am this morning.  Testing should be 2-3 hours.  Keep praying.

Weekly Update - 11/17

BAPTISM:  Grace Williams was baptized this morning.  She has been a part of the Youth Group for about a year.  Grace...we welcome you into the family!

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Richard Peace is at home recuperating after having surgery on Friday.
• Doris McGill fell on Thursday, injuring her pelvis and arm.  She had surgery, on Friday, at PRMC and is now in room 424.
• Dot Campbell is having therapy on her back.  She is in PRMC/Room 414.
• John Gentry will have his defibrillator replaced this week.
• Mary Jones had surgery this past week.  She was back at church this morning.
• Kristi Anthony - as she continues to have walking, memory, depression and confusion issues.
• Austin Anthony - will have tests on his heart Monday morning.
• Mary Lloyd - cancer
• Larry Ballard asked for prayers for Dwayne Ballard and his health.
• Lesa Bulls asked for prayers for Jerry Jarrell (librarian at Stone Middle School) will have heart surgery tomorrow.
• Prayers for Pete Taylor as he will be traveling for his job the next 2 weeks.
• Prayers of thanksgiving for Tanya Welch's sister, Tammi.  Her tests came back negative and she is doing better.
• Bill and Linda Kelly - for their health and financial situations.
• Cheryl and Sean Healy, as they are dealing with the grief of his Dad passing away and the loss of Sean's job.  (The Bishop's daughter and son-in-law.)
• Marjorie Erickson (Kathy Marshall's Mom) is dealing with deep depression.
• Paul Derringer - Cancer - local minister.
• Dr. Wally Kraft - Health  (Local veterinarian.)
• Gerald Housley - Has suffered 2 strokes and a blood clot.  Will be going to a long term health facility this week.  (Friend of mine from Frisco.)

CHRISTMAS BASKETS:  If you know individuals that will be needing food for Christmas, please look on the Welcome Center for a form to fill out their information. Please turn it back in on Sunday, Dec. 15th.  The food baskets will be delivered on Dec. 23rd.  Michael and Lindsay McCarter will be heading up this ministry again this year. 

Ladies Ornament Exchange:  Tuesday, December 10th from 6:30-8:30 at the home of Angela Carter.  Bring a wrapped ornament ($5-$7) to exchange and your favorite finger food to share.  See the ladies bulletin board for more information.

SIMPLE SUPPER:  This weeks entree is Thanksgiving Dinner.  Please donate at least $2 per person.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Peanut Butter, Jelly and Rice

KEEP THE DATE:
Nov 26:  Mid-week service on Tuesday night - all classes in auditorium.
Dec 10:  Ladies Ornament Exchange at Angie Carter's house.
Dec 25:  No Wednesday night service.
Jan 1:  No Wednesday night service.

Love you - MEAN IT!

Update on Doris McGill - 11/16

Doris has been moved to PRMC/Room 424.

Update on Doris McGill - 11/15

Karen Cato sent this update on her Mom, Doris McGill:  Mom just got back from surgery around 6pm.  They said she did good.  Please pray that she is not in too much pain and that her recovery from her arm surgery be successful.

Prayer Request - 11/15

Linda Hostettler has been diagnosed with arthritis in both feet.  She has not been able to walk for a couple of days.  The Dr. has started her on some medication and she is seeing a little improvement.

Prayer Requests - 11/15

Dot Campbell has been admitted to PRMC/Room 414 and will be having therapy on her lower back.

Doris McGill's arm surgery is at 1pm.

Prayer Requests - 11/15

• Doris McGill fell yesterday and will be having surgery on her arm today.  She is in PRMC/Room 409.  (She has a fractured hip and upper arm.)
• Sue Salter had her MRI and will have additional testing on Nov. 26th.
• There is a lady that is in need of full sized sheets, pillows and towels.  If you can donate any of these, please drop off at the church office.
• Please remember those that are heading out for the Family Retreat.  Traveling and safety prayers!

  

Prayer Request - 11/13

Derald Bulls asked that we remember his friends, Dr. John and Kelsey Goodman to our prayers.  Both are dealing with cancer.  (Ages 81 and 83.)

Can you help?

Kim Hanley spoke with a young woman this morning that is in need of a coat for winter.  She has been through a lot this year and is struggling to make ends meet.  I am sure any cold weather clothing would be appreciated!  If  you have any clothing you can donate, please let Kim know and she will make sure this young lady receives it.  She wears a size 20-22.  Thanks for your help.

Update on Mike Smith - 11/13

From Marianne Whitehouse:   "An update for our friends and family: Emily's husband Mike came home from the hospital on Monday afternoon - a welcome Veterans Day celebration! He will begin the rehab process at Tripler Army Medical Center concussion/TBI clinic today. Emily and Sarah say that he is feeling and acting more like himself every day. Please pray for his memory, for God to bless him with passionate and gifted professionals on the rehab team, and for him to have patience with what he and Emily have been told will be a long process. Thank you all for your love and support!"

PRAISE!

The Brazil team landed in Dallas, SAFELY, at 4:22pm.

Update on the Anthony's - 11/12

Jay posted at 3pm:  Hugh's surgery is done and went well. BIG NEWS: the doctors removed his feeding tube which has been in one year ago today! Thank you all and Thank God!

Jay posted at noon:  More praises! The first test results came back from Austins MRI and his heart structure is normal! Now waiting on Dads surgery. Thank you for the continued prayers and THANK our Lord.

Prayer Request - 11/12

Geri Detroy asked that we pray for her best friend, Donna Aiello, who is a widow with 2 children and lives in New Jersey.  She is having mini-strokes.

Updates from Brazil Team

11:25am from Carole Anderson:  "Taxied out, in line to take off, jets started, strange "sawing noise" from wing. Hydraulic problem, returned to mechanic area of airport.  Not unloading right now, but may.  Pray for safety!"

12:47pm from Carole Anderson:  We have had surgery on hydraulic system, they had us unload, waiting to board another plane, possibly at 2pm.  Keep praying all goes well."

PRAISE!!!

The Brazil Mission Team is safely back on US ground. "Landed at Charlotte, North Carolina at 6 a.m. Paris time. Great trip but ready to see good ole East Texas black dirt. 4 hour layover then on to DFW."

You are invited.....

Tiffany Diane Parker

and

Jason Lynn Clay

Along with their families

Request the honor of your presence

as they join in

Holy Matrimony

At Lamar Avenue Church of Christ

3535 Lamar Avenue

Paris, Texas

On Saturday, November 16th at 4pm

 

~~Reception to follow ceremony~~

Prayer Requests - 11/11

• Hugh Anthony will have surgery tomorrow, in Plano, to clear out his arteries in his legs. Any type of surgery is scary for an 86 year old.
• Next Monday (18th) Austin Anthony will be having some intensive tests on his heart. Please keep him and all the family in your prayers. 
• Sue Salter will be getting the results today on her MRI. 
• Penny Jones is the healthcare nurse for Ed Bullard.  She will be having major surgery at Medical City tomorrow.
• Mike Smith, son-in-law of Mark and Marianne Whitehouse is improving after his accident last week. 
• Glenda Parson asked that we add Branden Felker to the Military Deployed list.  Branden was deployed to Afghanistan last Thursday.  He is scheduled to be there for 3 months. (He is in the Air Force and stationed in Ft Worth.)  Their home is in Weatherford so Dichele and Brylen will spend time between Weatherford and Paris during his deployment.  (As grandparents, Dwayne and I are hoping for more Paris time than Weatherford.) 
• Nelda Skinner asked that we remember Roger & Claudia Dawdy. Roger is very ill in the hospital in Longview. They are former members at LACOC and Claudia is the sister of Fran Dobbs (also former member). 
• Gilbert and Lynda Smith (former members at LACOC) asked that we pray for their daughter Kathi.  She had her yearly breast exam a couple of weeks ago.  They called her back for another mammogram and sonogram.  Then called her back for a biopsy.  We met with the doctor last Friday, the biopsy came back positive for cancer.  He assured us it is in the early stages, but she has 3 tumors in her breast.  He did not find that it has spread to her lymph nodes, so that's a blessing.  They will set her up with an oncologist and surgeon this coming week.  Please keep all of us in your prayers - that her surgery goes well and that Gilbert and I hold up thru this - nothing is much worse than having something go wrong with one of your kids.

 

 

 

Weekly Update - 11/10

Thank you Keith Bollman for the VERY moving message this morning!  I felt a fire being lit!

Thank you Stephan Gerrald for the beautiful song service!  ("I'm Gonna View That Holy City" may be my new favorite song!)

RESPONSE:  Sherrie Boyd feels that her "heart has grown cold...the passion isn't there"...she knows that HE can rekindle her heart.

BRAZIL MISSION TRIP:  Continue to remember Patrick, Kari Ann, Clint, Rachel, Lewis and Carole as they are in Brazil and prayers as they return home this week.

2023 VISION:  Please keep the group of 18 members who have been chosen to head up the process:  Michelle Anderson, Jared Baggett, Keith Bollman, Derald Bulls, Patrick Cannon, Rebecca Cowan, Linda Erwin, Doug Faires, Robyn Figgins, Clint Gage, Andy Garner, Maggie Kerby, Laquita Lawrence, Connelle Peace, Marcelino Rodriquez, Maureen Spencer, Ruth Ann Stallings and Elton Weeks.

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Mary Jones had surgery this week.  Prayers for her recovery.
• Kristi Anthony - as she continues to have walking, memory, depression and confusion issues.
• Austin Anthony - health
• Sarah Smith was back at church this morning.  Great to see  her feeling better!
• Ora Henderson was at church this morning!  So good to have her back!
• Mike Smith (the Whitehouse's son-in-law) has a concussion from an accident on Friday.  He is in Queen's Hospital in Hawaii.
• Mary Lloyd - cancer
• Trina Dean asked for prayers for her friend, Danny Reaves, who suffered a stroke.
• Our sympathy is extended to former members, Robert and Cindy Ward, in the passing of his Mom, Emma.  Her services will be on Monday.
• Paul Derringer - Cancer - local minister.
• Dr. Wally Kraft - Infection in his knee and will have knee replacement once it heals.  (Local veterinarian.)
• Gerald Housley - Has suffered 2 strokes and a blood clot.  He is on a vent and hasn't woke up yet.  He will have a trachea procedure on Monday. (Friend of mine from Frisco.)

FAMILY RETREAT is this next weekend.  Information on the Welcome Center. 
SIMPLE SUPPER:  This weeks entree is Chicken Strips.  Please donate at least $2 per person.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Canned Fruit and Crackers

KEEP THE DATE:
Nov 13:  All classes meet in the auditorium
Nov 15-17:  Family Retreat
Dec 25:  No Wednesday night service.
Jan 1:  No Wednesday night service.

Love you - MEAN IT!

Prayer Request - 11/8

Mike Smith (Mark and Marianne Whitehouse's son-in-law) had an accident on his bike yesterday and doctors believe he had a stroke.  He is in the military and stationed in Hawaii with Emily and David.

PRAISE!

Our LACOC group has made it to Brazil safely!
Keep Patrick, Kari Ann, Lewis, Carole, Clint and Rachel in your prayers!

COLLEGE CONNECTION

There a few college kids left who need a care package sent to them during finals week.  Please sign the sheet if you take a name off the board by Room 6.

REMINDER

Next Wednesday night, Nov. 13th, all classes will meet in the auditorium for youth led worship.

Prayer Requests - 11/7

Jessica Harris asked that we continue to remember her grandmother Elizabeth Elrod.  She's having serious health issues.

Prayer Request - 11/7

Joy Barnett sent this message:  :We found out this afternoon that our youngest grandson,Ely will have to have open heart surgery. The Doctor is still hoping to wait until around March or April. The hole in his heart has not improved as we had hoped. So prayers for Ely, his Mom and Dad and the rest of the family. Ely is 4 months old and a joy to be with. Dear Lord please give us All the strength.wisdom and faith that will get us through this trying time. Ely is in the best hands there is, we just need a extra boost of comfort. In the name of our Lord Jesus Amen"

Prayer Request - 11/6

Hugh Anthony will have an angiogram on his legs next Tuesday at Baylor/Plano.  Please keep him in your prayers.

Update on Austin Anthony - 11/5

Posted by Austin at 5pm:  "God gave me 15 years of playing sports, ever since I was the biggest 4 year old to ever play soccer haa. I've had great experiences living the "Friday Night Lights" quarterback dream and playing basketball for 13 years. Today the doctor said I can't play basketball anymore. I know God didn't close this door, the devil did, but He will be sure to open another one. I've had my time with sports and now it's time to focus my time on God. Writing has become a hobby of mine lately so I'm going to start writing mom's story and see where that leads. Thanks for the prayers everyone."

Update on Austin Anthony - 11/5

Posted by Jay at noon:  "MRI results in a few days. EP wants more aggresive testing done quickly. No basketball for up to a year but thats the least of our concerns now. Nothing new other than this yet."

Prayer Request - 11/5

Mary Jones had surgery this morning.  She is in recovery and is doing well.  Will go home this afternoon.

PRAISE!

Pat Houser was released from rehab on Saturday and is now at home!

Update on Anthony's - 11/4

Prayer Request from Jay, posted this morning:  "Father please watch over Tyler with protection and wisdom as he has to take on so much responsibility at only 16 years old while I am gone. I pray that you will give Kristi peace and understanding of this situation. Please give Cody your comfort as he is concerned about his Mom and Austin. Give Austin a healthy heart. Grant strength and good health to Sandy. So many requests for our AWESOME God but You alone are capable. You alone are worthy of honor and praise. In Jesus' name - Jay"

Weekly Update - 11/3

Thank you Patrick for the beautiful lesson this morning from Revelation 4 and 5.  What an amazing image of Heaven it brings to our minds.  He also had us close our eyes and listen to the song "Glory and Honor" by Acapella.  (Click here to listen to the song.)

BRAZIL MISSION TEAM:  Patrick & Kari Ann Cannon, Lewis & Carole Anderson and Clint & Rachel Spencer will leave on Tuesday to travel to Niteroi, Brazil to work with our missionary family, Brent & Jill Nichols, for one week.  (The Nichols are expecting a new baby!)

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Austin Anthony will have further testing on Tuesday in Little Rock.
• Lucy Staley has been in the hospital this week.  She is at home now.
• Sarah Smith is feeling better.
• Mike Grigsby - Heart issues.
• Ora Henderson is still not well.
• Mary Lloyd - has been diagnosed with cancer and is making decisions about treatment.
• Jerry Raper - Health
• Janes family - Prayers for strength.
• Ralph Crews - Was injured in an automobile accident Saturday afternoon.  He is doing well and is home.
• Alta Weeks (Elton Weeks' Mom) had a stroke yesterday.
• Paul Derringer - Cancer - local minister.
• Dr. Wally Kraft - Has had an infection in his knee for about 6 weeks, will have knee replacement once it heals.  (Local veterinarian.)
• Gerald Housley - Has had 2 strokes and was being taken to a rehab hospital, had another health setback.  (Friend of mine from Frisco.)
• Continue to remember Gary & Becky Nash in the loss of their son and Pat Elsom in the loss of her son.

COLLEGE CONNECTION:  To encourage our college students during their semester exams, we will be sending them care packages.  There is a list of names and addresses of our college students, on the bulletin board, outside of Room 6.  Please sign up on the sheet available, if you would like to help with this ministry.  See Jared Baggett if you have any questions.

BLOOD DRIVE:  This Wednesday (11/6) from 4-8pm in the OutReach Bldg. 

SIMPLE SUPPER:  This weeks entree is Potato Soup.  Please donate at least $2 per person.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Canned Fruit and Crackers

KEEP THE DATE:
Nov 6:  Blood Drive
Nov 15-17:  Family Retreat
Dec 25:  No Wednesday night service.
Jan 1:  No Wednesday night service.

Love you - MEAN IT!

Don't Forget....