Weekly Update - 6/30

Randy continued his series "Summer In The Psalms" with this mornings lesson titled 

David's Greatest Hit - Psalm 23

I.   God as Shepherd. (1-4)

II.  God as Host (5-6)

Application Points

1. God desires a relationship with us.

2. Don't resist God's rest.

3. This psalm points us to Jesus.

    a. You know Jesus.

    b. You listen to Jesus.

    c.  You follow Jesus.

OUR SYMPATHY is extended to Michelle Gillie and her family in the passing of her mother, Mom Helen Caminade 75, of Paris, died at 1:15 this morning, at Medical City - Plano.  Arrangements are pending at Fry Gibbs Funeral Home.

BAPTISM:  Jason Dyess made the decision to be baptized Wednesday night.  He is the husband of Sheridie Daniels Dyess.

THANK YOU to the men who put out the flags today!!!  Such a beautiful site!!!!

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Benette Russell continues to be at home recovering.
• Wanda McFadden was admitted to PRMC earlier this week. She is back home now.
• Christopher Hutson had day surgery on Tuesday and was at church on Wednesday night.
• Jimmy Faulkner has 8 more radiation treatments, and a round of chemo, that they are hoping to finish up July 3. 
• Nelda Skinner was admitted to PRMC earlier this week with an infection in her hand.  She is back home again.
• Ozella Lilly has been moved to Stillhouse Rehab/Room 63.
• Carol James has broken her knee in two places. She is in a brace right now and thankful that at the moment no surgery is needed.
• Debra Gage - Health
• Felicia Williams daughter, Danielle, will have surgery on July 10th.
• Jennifer Blount - Will have a nuclear stress test on July 9th.
• Tanessa Cowan - Health
• Lloyd Usry - Health
• Kim Maxfield - Back issues.
• Ora Henderson - Health
• Jay Anthony -  Health
• Kristi Anthony - Health
• Hugh Anthony - Health
• Lucy Staley - Health
• Laquita Lawrence - Cancer. 
• Carl Haggard - Cancer. 
• Jackie Helm - Cancer.
• Dorothy Pearce - Health
• Peggy Dotson - Health
• Janelle Green - Stillhouse
• Johnny Bassett - Stillhouse.
• Peggy Wright - Colonial Lodge
• Larry Sprinkle (my son) will have a heart cath next Monday, July 8th, at Baylor/Dallas. They will decide at that time whether to place a stent or pacemaker.
• Dan Roffee's mother Carla Roffee has just been diagnosed with cancer in the lymph nodes she will have surgery soon. Dan is in California with her.
• Peggy Smith - (Robyn Figgins' Mom) - Health
• Cheryl Sowle Bilby (former member) has cancer again.
• Chris Goggan (Joanne Wood's fiancée) - Cancer
• Paul McClain - Health
• Billy Icenhower - Continues to have dialysis 3 times a week.  Also trying to increase his energy level as well as his appetite
• Linda Nichols (Kristi Garrett's mom) - Cancer.
• Lonny Parson, local minister, had an aneurysm a few weeks ago. He is in Medical City/Plano in ICU.  As of today, he's been in Medical City/Plano for 147 days.
• The Vanderpools - in Haiti
• Prayers for our students and teachers
• The Haiti Mission Team
• Prayers for our military.
• Prayers for our first responders.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Pasta Sauce - Spaghetti Noodles - Laundry Detergent

RAINBOW ROOM ITEMS:  (New items only) Boys Shoes/any size - Diaper Wipes - Fleece Blankets

SIMPLE SUPPER:  Taking a break for the Summer!

KEEP THE DATE:

July 3:  Wednesday PM Classes DISMISSED
July 4:  Office Closed
July 8:  Monday Movie Night

July 8-9: Youth Lock-In

July 11:  Youth Kayak Trip

July 21-26:  Youth Mission Trip

Aug 13:  Teacher Appreciation Lunch

Aug 21:  Back To School Bash

Sept 8th:  LACOC 150 Year Celebration

Love you - MEAN IT!

Our Sympathy...

Michelle Gillie's Mom Helen Caminade 75, of Paris, died at 1:15 AM, Sunday, June 30,2019 at Medical City - Plano.  Arrangements are pending at Fry Gibbs Funeral Home.

Update on Ozella Lilly - 6/28

Ozella Lilly has been moved to Stillhouse Rehab, Room 63.

All the time...

Prayer Request 6/27

Yesterday Michelle Gillie's Mom had an ischemic stroke and was care-flighted to Medical City Plano. During the flight she suffered a second stroke. The blood clots were removed but during the night she suffered a third Stroke, a hemorrhagic stroke. This has affected 70-80% of her brain.
Please pray for healing.

Volunteers Needed

Prayer Requests 6/26

• Wanda McFadden was taken to prmc yesterday with high blood pressure. She was released today and is resting at home. 
• Benette Russell is home and feeling better after her stay at the hospital in Fort Worth last Sunday. Her short-term memory is slowly returning. She thanks everyone for their prayers and concerns.
• Nelda Skinner is in room 464 at prmc with a staph infection. She may go home tomorrow.
• Dan Roffee's mother Carla Roffee has just been diagnosed with cancer in the lymph nodes she will have surgery soon Dan is flying out Monday to be with her in California.
• Carol James has broken her knee in two places. She is in a brace right now and thankful that at the moment no surgery is needed.

Prayer Request - 6/26

Carol James broke the side of her foot in September and now has broken her knee in two places.
She said ... "I think my picture is by the word clumsy in the dictionary."

Update on my son...

My son Larry saw the cardiologist again this morning.  Even with all the life changes he's made and the meds he's been on, the doctor said his heart is still weak.  He will have another echocardiogram scheduled next month and before that he will have an angiogram scheduled on the 8th. Depending on how that goes, they may put a stent in him that day, but if it’s worse then he'll have to have a pace maker. He doesn't want him exercising, no added stress on his heart. Walking is still ok. (Supposedly his heart is so weak that if he puts too much stress on it he could drop anytime.)
Please pray for my Larry.  Thank you!

Prayer Request 6/25

Nelda Skinner was admitted to PRMC this afternoon with an infection in her hand.

Update on Benette Russell - 6/25

Kevin sent this message: Benette is home doing much better, resting today (after she finishes the list of chores I gave her).
She spent Sunday night in the hospital in Fort Worth, lived to tell about the ride home with Holland.
We asked lots of questions, we got fewer answers.
But, we learn to keep trusting in God for our answers.
Thank you for all your prayers and concerns and we appreciate continued prayers.

Update on Chris Hutson - 6/25

Chris Hutson had surgery this morning on his foot and all went well. He will be in a boot for a while but expects recovery to go smoothly. Cyndi Hutson appreciates all the prayers on his behalf.

Prayer...

Weekly Update - 6/23

Summer In The Psalms... Randy spoke to us this morning about  "Living With God", with the text taken from Psalm 15.

I.    A critical question. (15:1)
II.   A challenging answer. (15:2-5a)
III.  A comforting conclusion. (15:5b)

Points to Ponder:
1.  This psalm should cause us to contemplate our theology.
2.  Three basic areas of life are emphasized:
      a. Blameless character
      b. Righteous conduct
      c. Truthful conversation
3.  Reflect on this portrait and take note of your own life.
4.  The "worship" described here moves beyond Sunday to Monday through Saturday.

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CONGRATULATIONS:  Spencer and Arianna Jones are proud to announce the arrival of Tennyson Davis Jones was born Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 6:56pm.
Proud grandparents are Kyle and Monica Jones.  Nancy Jones is the very proud GREAT grandmother!!

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Bennette Russell was with a group of ladies from church, in Fort Worth, this weekend. She had a migraine and it got worse. They took her to Harris Hospital to get checked out. No other details are known at this time.
• Christopher Hutson will have day surgery on Tuesday morning.
• Jimmy Faulkner was feeling well enough to be at church today. He was given iron on Monday by iv and will also have one on this coming Monday. He has 8 more radiation treatments, and a round of chemo, that they are hoping to finish up July 3, both ends the same day. 
• Ozella Lilly continues rehab at PRMC/Room 342.
• Jennifer Blount - Heart issues.
• Tanessa Cowan - Health
• Glen Barnett - Health
• Lloyd Usry - Health
• Kim Maxfield - Back issues.
• Ora Henderson - Health
• Jay Anthony -  Recovering from a stroke.
• Kristi Anthony - Health
• Hugh Anthony - Health
• Lucy Staley - Health
• Laquita Lawrence - Cancer. 
• Carl Haggard - Cancer. 
• Jackie Helm - Cancer.
• Dorothy Pearce - Health
• Peggy Dotson - Health
• Johnny Bassett - Stillhouse.
• Peggy Wright - Colonial Lodge
• Peggy Smith - (Robyn Figgins' Mom) - Health
• Cheryl Sowle Bilby (former member) has cancer again.
• Chris Goggan (Joanne Wood's fiancée) - Cancer
• Paul McClain - Health
• Billy Icenhower - Continues to have dialysis 3 times a week.  Also trying to increase his energy level as well as his appetite
• Linda Nichols (Kristi Garrett's mom) - Cancer.
• Lonny Parson, local minister, had an aneurysm a few weeks ago. He is in Medical City/Plano in ICU.  As of today, he's been in Medical City/Plano for 140 days.
• The Vanderpools - in Haiti
• Prayers for our students and teachers
• The Haiti Mission Team
• Prayers for our military.
• Prayers for our first responders.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Soup - Spaghetti Noodles - Laundry Detergent

RAINBOW ROOM ITEMS:  (New items only) Boys Shoes/any size - Diaper Wipes - Fleece Blankets

SIMPLE SUPPER:  Taking a break for the Summer!

KEEP THE DATE:

June 24:  Youth Manic Monday

June 25:  KFC Terrific Tuesday

June 26:  Youth Night

June 30:  5th Sunday Fellowship

July 8-9:  Youth Lock-In

July 11:    Youth Kayak Trip

July 21-26:  Youth Mission Trip

Aug 13:  Teacher Appreciation Lunch

Aug 21:  Back To School Bash

Sept 8th:  LACOC 150 Year Celebration

Love you - MEAN IT!

Prayer Request 6/23

Benette Russell was with a group of ladies from church, in Fort Worth, this weekend. She had a migraine and it got worse. They've taken her to Harris Hospital to get checked out.

Update on Jimmy Faulkner 6/22

Marie posted: He is feeling stronger today, was given Iron Monday by iv, will also have one on this coming Monday. He has 8 more radiation treatments, and a round of chemo, we are hoping to finish it up July 3, both ends the same day. He feels like moving around some now. Thank you all for all the prayers, cards, and love you all have shown us. Please continue to pray for us. We love each of you. God Bless us all

Kiddie Kollege Info...

Congratulations

 

Cora Belle Morris is here!  Dusty and Katie welcomed her this morning!  She weighed in at 8lb 10oz and is 20 inches long.
Dusty posted "Maverick is really excited to be a big brother, but at the same time, has no clue what’s going on. 
Our family is perfect and complete now, thanks to a perfect and complete God."
AND... The Morris' are moving to Wills Point! Dusty will be teaching 6th grade Math for Edgewood Middle School. 

Katie posted  "After Cora arrives and I take my leave of absence from work, I will return to work for the month of August only. Meanwhile, Dusty will start things up at EMS.  We are hoping to have all of us fully moved in by September!!"

We're sure going to miss this beautiful family, but they know they will always have a home at LACOC.

Update on Ozella Lilly - 6/19

Ozella will be moved to PRMC/Room 333 this afternoon.

Be Kind

Weekly Update - 6/17

OUR SYMPATHY goes out to the family of Johnny Crawford, a former member here at LACOC and well known member of the community.  He passed away last week and his services were held Wednesday.  Please keep the Crawford family in your prayers.

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Ozella Lilly fell last week and had surgery. She is in PRMC/Room #342 
• Jimmy Faulkner - After spending a few days in PRMC this week, he is home. Marie said that he's very weak and requests no visitors.
• Jennifer Blount - Heart issues.
• Tanessa Cowan - Health
• Glen Barnett - Health
• Lloyd Usry - Health
• Kim Maxfield - Back issues.
• Ora Henderson - Health
• Jay Anthony -  Recovering from a stroke.
• Kristi Anthony - Health
• Hugh Anthony - Health
• Lucy Staley - Health
• Laquita Lawrence - Cancer. 
• Carl Haggard - Cancer. 
• Jackie Helm - Cancer.
• Dorothy Pearce - Health
• Peggy Dotson - Health
• Johnny Bassett - Stillhouse.
• Peggy Wright - Colonial Lodge
• Peggy Smith - (Robyn Figgins' Mom) - Health
• Cheryl Sowle Bilby (former member) has cancer again.
• Chris Goggan (Joanne Wood's fiancée) - Cancer
• Paul McClain - Health
• Billy Icenhower - Continues to have dialysis 3 times a week.  Also trying to increase his energy level as well as his appetite.  As of last week his weight has dropped to 130 pounds.
• Linda Nichols (Kristi Garrett's mom) - Cancer.
• Lonny Parson, local minister, had an aneurysm a few weeks ago. He is in Medical City/Plano in ICU.  As of today, he's been in Medical City/Plano for 133 days.
• The Vanderpools - in Haiti
• Prayers for our students and teachers
• The Haiti Mission Team
• Prayers for our military.
• Prayers for our first responders

SIMPLE SUPPER:  Taking a break for the summer.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Cereal and laundry detergent

RAINBOW ROOM ITEMS:  (New items only) Boys Shoes (any size), Diaper Wipes, Fleece Blankets.

KEEP THE DATE:

June 30:   5th Sunday Fellowship

July 8-9:  Youth Lock-In

July 11:    Youth Kayak Trip

July 21-26:  Youth Mission Trip

Aug 13:   Back To School Bash

Sept 8th:  LACOC 150 Year Celebration

Love you - MEAN IT!

Congratulations!!!

Spencer and Arianna Jones are proud to announce the arrival of Tennyson Davis Jones was born Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 6:56pm.
Proud grandparents are Kyle and Monica Jones.  Nancy Jones is the very proud GREAT grandmother!!

Update on Ozella Lilly - 6/12

Ozella was just moved to PRMC/Room 342 on the Rehab floor.  She will rest today and continue rehab tomorrow.

Update on Billy Icenhower 6/11

Billy continues to have dialysis 3 times a week. Also trying to increase his energy level as well as his appetite. As of last week his weight had dropped to 130 lbs but he gained 8 lbs this week. Praising God for small things.

Update on Kim Maxfield 6/11

Kim posted this update:  Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your cards, texts, visits, food and especially for your prayers! The LORD knew I would need them even more than I thought. The surgery to repair my broken back was more extensive than anticipated so the recuperation time will be longer. We are back in Paris now. I can already tell improvement. I no longer have a tendency to lean backwards and can dress myself now. On a lighter note I found out why everyone says “I’m so special.” 😆 Counting from the top down normally you have 12 ribs and 12 vertebrae but I have an extra vertebrae that's not even connected to a rib! So the doctor was hesitant to even call it a "thoracic vertebrae." The repairs were literally made to L1 and T13 because my T12 is actually above that. Thanks again! Love y’all so much!!

Crawford Services

Coach Johnny Crawford passed away on June 9, 2019 surrounded by his wonderful family and a few close friends. Johnny was born July 23, 1940, in Clarksville, Texas. His parents were Frank and Bernice Crawford.

He graduated from Clarksville High School. Johnny attended Paris Junior College and East Texas State University where he played football. After college, Johnny joined the Army National Guard and was stationed at Ft. Polk, LA. After his stint in the National Guard, he started his coaching / teaching career. His first football coaching job was in Denison. He later went on to coach at Mt Pleasant, Paris High School, Highland Park, North Lamar High School, Travis Middle School and back to North Lamar High School where he finished his career. He taught drivers education to many area students for over 40 years. His life was about people…his family, his friends, his students, co-workers.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sharon Crawford and his children: Johnny Pat and wife Jill, Sandy, Brooke and husband R.J., Greg and wife Kelley, and Drew and wife Angela. He had 11 grandchildren-Rebekah, Elizabeth, Benjamin, Connor and Will, Wiley, Nolen, Lauren, Cord, Alivia and Alex. He also had 3 great grandchildren.

He was a member of Lamar avenue Church of Christ for over 20 years, East Paris Baptist Church, and His Place Fellowship.

Services will be Wednesday at 10:00am at East Paris Baptist Church with Bro. Glen Martin, Bro. Mike Fortenberry, and Bro. John Cannon officiating. Burial will follow at East Post Oak Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8 PM at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home.

Memorials can be made to St. Jude,  Paris Education Foundation, or North Lamar Education foundation.

Our Sympathy...

Coach, Teacher and Friend...Johnny Crawford, passed away yesterday. He was such a great guy and a truly nice person. He will be greatly missed.Please keep his family in your prayers..

Weekly Update - 6/9

Thank you Randy for the message from Psalm 1.  He reminded us of the famous quote by Yogi Berra. "When you come to a fork in the road, take it." Meaning we always have two choices!

This summer Randy will be bringing messages from some of our members favorite Psalms.

The Two Ways - Psalm 1

I.   The Way of the righteous (1-3)
II   The Way of the unrighteous (4-5)
III. A parting of the ways (6)

Points to Ponder

1.  Life consists of choices.
2.  Don't be absorbed by the world, rather absorb the word of God.
3.  Remember Lot. (Genesis 13 & 14 Lot and Abram)
4.  A question: what preoccupies my time?
5.  Be a blessing to someone this week.
6.  There will be a judgment.

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WELCOME:  

• Jason, Jennifer, Danielle and Jason Stone - New Members
• Miles Tumbleson - Summer Intern

THANK YOU:  A huge thanks to all who made Wednesday night such a success... after the weather changed our plans.  The men's class cooked hamburgers and hot dogs.  There were lots of visitors!  Maybe next year we can have it back out at Lake Crook.

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Ozella Lilly fell on Friday. She is in PRMC/Room #452,. She had surgery on Saturday. All went great.  The femur bone was broken. She's already started physical therapy. 
• Jimmy Faulkner - After spending a few days in PRMC this week, he is home. Marie said that he's very weak and requests no visitors.
• Jennifer Blount - Heart issues.
• Tanessa Cowan - Health
• Glen Barnett - Had a surgical procedure this week. He said this morning that he was feeling better.
• Daisy Redding - Health
• Neal Nutt - Health.
• Lloyd Usry - Health
• Kim Maxfield - Back issues.
• Ora Henderson - Health
• Jay Anthony -  Recovering from a stroke.
• Kristi Anthony - Health
• Hugh Anthony - Health
• Lucy Staley - Health
• Laquita Lawrence - Cancer. 
• Carl Haggard - Cancer. 
• Jackie Helm - Cancer.
• Dorothy Pearce - Health
• Peggy Dotson - Health
• Johnny Bassett - Stillhouse.
• Peggy Wright - Colonial Lodge
• Cheryl Sowle Bilby (former member) has cancer again.
• Chris Goggan (Joanne Wood's fiancée) - Cancer
• Paul McClain - Health
• Billy Icenhower - He is back in the hospital with blood pressure problems.  He is still in pain, has no appetite and is very weak from the long surgery. Doctors said this could last up to 3 weeks.
• Linda Nichols (Kristi Garrett's mom) - Cancer.
• Lonny Parson, local minister, had an aneurysm a few weeks ago. He is in Medical City/Plano in ICU.  As of today, he's been in Medical City/Plano for 126 days.
• The Vanderpools - in Haiti
• Prayers for our students and teachers
• The Haiti Mission Team
• Prayers for our military.
• Prayers for our first responders

SIMPLE SUPPER:  Taking a break through the summer.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Canned Vegetables / Spaghetti Sauce / Men's Deodorant

RAINBOW ROOM ITEMS: (new items only) Boys Shoes (any size), Diaper Wipes, Fleece Blankets

KEEP THE DATE:

June 10: Monday Night Movie - "Gifted Hands - The Ben Carson Story"

June 15: Ladies Night Out
June 16: Father's Day
June 16: PM Dismiss for Father's Day

June 30: 5th Sunday Fellowship

Aug 21:  Back to School Bash
Sept 8:    LACOC 150 years Celebration

Love you - MEAN IT!!!