Weekly Update - 5/17

Congratulations to all the kindergarten, high school and college graduates!!!
This morning was a celebration of their accomplishments!
Patrick asked each of the seniors for their favorite verses...it was interesting to hear their choices.  Some from the old testament and some from the new testament.

OUR SYMPATHY:

• Mona Grooms passed away on Friday evening.  Her graveside services will be Tuesday, 2pm at Evergreen Cemetary.  She was the mother-in-law of Charlotte Grooms and the sister of Sue Munday.
• Jimmy Doyle, friend of Peggy Jacks, passed away in Honey Grove last Thursday.  He was a prominent judge for Fannin County.

CONGRATULATIONS:

• Kevin and Stacey Wood on the birth of their grandson, Ryder William Christian.  He is the son of David and Mallory Christian and the great-grandson of William and Barbara Campbell.
• Selena Johnson will be the summer intern for LACOC.
• Allison Hanley was selected as the P.I.S.D. Elementary Teacher of the Year.  She's the daughter of Alan and Sherrie Boyd and the daughter-in-law of James and Kim Hanley.
• Shawna Simpson and Aaron Poole were united in marriage yesterday afternoon.  She is the granddaughter of Lloyd and Debra Usry.

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Cari Johnson - recovering at home from surgery on Friday.  Continue to remember Lance during this time also, as his parents will be taking care of him.
• Lloyd Usry - continues to have problems with his hand is still off work.
• Webber Woodall - continuing to have some health issues. 
• Donna Mosley will be having a sleep study.
• Arvin Starrett (owner of Starrett Funeral Home) was released from the hosptial, after having some heart issues.

PROMOTION SUNDAY:  Notice to all bible class teachers and students...We will promote later in August.  More info to come.

KIDDIE KOLLEGE:  There will be a program and graduation on Thursday, May 21st at 6:30pm.  Whether or not you have a child or a grandchild in this program, please come support this ministry.

BABY SHOWER:  Family and friends of Carter Lee Gage, son of Clint and Misty, will be hosting a baby shower at the building on Sunday, May 31st from 1:30-3:30pm, at the building.  Carter is registered at Paris Baby.

SIMPLE SUPPER:  Hot Ham and Cheese Rolls.  Please donate $3 per person.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Peanut Butter and Spaghetti Sauce

KEEP THE DATE:
May 31:  5th Sunday Pot Luck and Fellowship
May 31:  Baby Shower for Carter Lee Gage
July 26-31:  Dallas Life Mission Trip with Jr. High and High School

Love you - MEAN IT!