Prayer Requests - 10/14 - 8:48pm

I received this message from Michelle Anderson today regarding her tests:  "So far here's what I know...Dr. Chadwick ruled out hysterectomy and is working on increasing hormones with other means. Bone density ruled out osteoporosis. I've been diagnosed with spinal sclerosis...waiting to find out more about that and what to do about it. I am waiting for an appointment with Dr. Zimmerman for possible hormone treatments. More tests to come for some other issues."

Wayne Tolbert had surgery on his lung @ Medical City/Dallas today.  It was a 5 hour procedure and they believe that they got all of the tumor.  He is in ICU now and will be there for 5-7 days.

Sandra Leath is at PRMC-S 506.  Marolyn Woodall said that she has pneumonia again and is very swollen.

Dorothy Snodgrass' daughter, Angie Ross, (Debra Usry's friend) has sent this message regarding her Mom just finding out that Leukemia has reappeared:  "We are at Baylor/Dallas - Roberts Bldg. - Room 902, with a team of docs that are taking very good care of us.  Mom has luekemia.  She was in remission for a little over 2 years from stage 4 breast cancer.  We found out Monday that it's back and came to Baylor on Tuesday.  We need lots of prayers.  The past 3 years have not been very nice to us between the breast cancer, Dad passing away and now leukemia.  She will be here for at least a month recovering and hoping for remission so we can have a bone marrow transplant. 
She's made it through 24 hours of chemo only 144 more hours to go.  Everything is going great.  It is making mom really tired.  No sickness and no fever which is our biggest fears right now."

Kristie Lee sent this message:  "Marty and Kayla Pruett, from Bogata, had their little girl Makalyn on 9/22, she had surgery for Spina Bifida on 9/24. They have had several ups and downs and Kayla is staying in Dallas with the baby while her 6 year old is here with his grandparents. She's feeling very stressed right now because she wants to be 2 places at once and can't be. Also, Makalyn was supposed to be able to come home this weekend and she has started running a fever so now they are doing all sorts of tests on her to find the infection! Any and all prayers would be appreciated so that they can bring her home and quit being quite so stressed out!"

Weekly Update - 10/10 - 9:25pm

Thank you Patrick for the challege of new beginnings this morning.  "Starting All Over" was a great way to start a new week. 
Thank you Kyle for stepping in and doing a beautiful job on the song service.

John Williams went forward this morning asking for prayers for he and his family.  Specifically pray for strength in his life and keep him strong during the coming weeks.

• Ed Bullard has been in the hospital over the weekend for some tests, but was released this morning. 
• Michelle Anderson asked for prayers as she is receivimg some test results that will have solutions to some issues that she is having.  She is continuing to have more tests performed.
• Dianna Welch is continuing to have major problems with her foot.  It is not healing. 
• Dot Campbell fell yesterday and broke some ribs.
• Former member, Glynn Lowe, has been hospitalized in Tyler.  He is in ICU in critical condition with double pneumonia and a heart condition.  Please keep Frances and the family in your prayers.
• Sherry Welch's Mom, Hazel Cross, is recuperating from a mild stroke this week.  They aren't sure of her prognosis...but, the family is praying for God's will.
• Angela Heath (young Mom with cancer) is still in ETMC/Tyler.  Specifically pray that she will be well enough to go home for a few days.
• Tanya Welch asked for prayers for Jordan, as she travels back to Harding University today.
• Tanya also asked for prayers for her sister, Tammi, as she recovers from surgery.
• Please keep David & Kristi Cochran and their family in your prayers.  There were complications with her pregnancy (7 months) and the baby passed away.
• Elmer "Butch" McNeal is still in Medical City/ICU.  He continues to be on a vent, still sedated...just trying to let his body heal.  He has Legionnaires Disease.
• Elijah Friesen, the 5 yr old that had heart transplant last Sunday, is doing great and has been moved to a regular room at Children's Medical Center/Dallas.

HONORED: John Mark Stallings Field is the name given to the football field at Faulkner University, this past Friday. Coach Gene & Ruth Ann Stallings were in Montgomery, Alabama this past Friday for the honors.

The field could have been named for any number of famous players or coaches, but John Mark’s qualities made his choice a natural for the Christian university.
“With his death, we became more determined that our program would endeavor to uphold the highest standards of character and sportsmanship because our field would bear the name of John Mark Stallings,” Billy Hilyer (Faulkner University President) said. “Because you’ve given Faulkner a great gift, the name of your son, we pledge to honor that gift, we promise that the John Mark Stallings Field will stand as a symbol of character and effort in the highest standard of sportsmanship,”

We have the opportunity to be a part of a Medical Evangelism for the Mexico flood victims. They are in need of these items: Vitamins, Aspirin, Tylenol, Glasses and School Supplies.  There are boxes in the foyer for these items.  Next Sunday, Oct. 17th, is the last day to donate.

H.A.L.O.:  We'll meet on Tuesday, October 19th, at 6pm.  This month's community project is the LACOC pantry.  Bring items for stocking our benevolent pantry for the upcoming months.  Also, bring finger foods and your favorite games to share.

TRUNK OR TREAT: Tanya has a sign-up sheet on the Welcome Center for those wanting to host a car or help in other ways. This is SO much fun for the kids and adults too!

SIMPLE SUPPER: This week’s entree will be a special Tater Tot Casserole. If you didn't get the chance to sign up on Sunday morning, you still have the chance to come and eat with us by calling the church office by noon on Tuesday. Still only $2 per plate.

BENEVOLENCE CLOTHES CLOSET: Fall/Winter clothing is needed for the closet. Especially back to school clothing for children of all ages!

PANTRY NEEDS: Peanut Butter & Jelly

KEEP THE DATE:
Oct 14: Youth Group to meet at the Journey Coffeehouse from 7-9pm
Oct 17: LIFE Groups
Oct 19: H.A.L.O. @6pm (Project: Pantry items)
Oct 31: 5th Sunday Format
Oct 31: Trunk or Treat
Nov 10: Blood Drive
Nov 19-21: Family Retreat - sign-ups will begin soon.

Prayer Requests - 10/7 - 7:55pm

Kacy Mills took daughter Bryce to the Ear Dr. today.  They have determined that she has mild hearing loss and will havce another appointment on the 21st for another appointment.

Kristi Lee posted on facebook today that little MaKayla is doing GREAT!  She's up to 6 pounds 12 ounces!

We visited with Corey & Carol Kay Gray tonight.  Corey is feeling well and his head is healing.  He's very limited on what he can do, but is so very thankful to be at home.

Prayer Request - 10/7 - 3:43pm

Rene Crews sent this message this afternoon:  "Mike's uncle Corky Basinger was released from the hospital yesterday, and then this morning Corky's mom passed away. Her name is Zella Basinger she was 99 years old.  Please keep Corky and the family in prayers. He will need alot of prayers as he heals from his surgery and the loss of his mother."

Prayer Request Updates - 10/7 - 10am

I received this message from Sherry Welch this morning, regarding her Mom, Hazel Cross:  "My little mama  had a mild stroke sometime Sunday night. I found her Monday at 5, incoherent.  (It was God's hand that led me over there, because I usually go on Friday, not Monday.)  Got her to the hospital where she continued, unresponsive for the most part until yesterday (Wed.)  afternoon. Around 2 PM, after a rough night and day, she suddenly "woke up" and started talking again (slurred, but we can now figure out what she's trying to say). She kept touching her lips, so my brother asked if she needed chapstick, and she said "No, red lipstick!" then gave us a cheeky grin. She's a long way from "well", but is so much better.  Apparently her speech is the only affect of the stroke--she is able to move all limbs on demand, but is just weak overall.  And her right arm is a little weaker than the left; however, they had it strapped to a board to keep her from bending it and cutting off the IV.  Doc sent her home with hospice care but said she could progress past the need for it. Our prayer is for God's best for her--if that means going Home soon, she is ready and we accept that. If this is not her time, we intend to just enjoy every minute we have with her.  A major change for her is that she will NOT be allowed to live alone any more.  Pray for me, my brother and sister as we make arrangements for her care."

 

Martha Lenoir has been released from the hospital, following cancer surgery, and is back at The Sterling House.

Prayer Request Updates - 10/7 - 9:18am

Hazel Cross, Sherry Welch's Mom, had a stroke this week.  They now have hospice with her.

Mike Erwin is having more tests on his heart this week to see if he can get off of some of his medicines!

Billy Kee, Jessica Daniels' great-grandfather, will be released from the hospital today!\

Please keep Terry & Gina Ervin in your prayers.  The company that Terry has worked for all these years, Phillips Lighting, will be closing the first of December.  

Prayer Request Updates - 10/6 - 4:44pm

PRAISE: Sandy Keith (former LACOC member) got a good report from her Dr. today...NO CANCER!!!!

Ed Bullard's brother-in-law, Ralph Auldridge, is in PRMC/ICU-N in serious condition.

Elmer "Butch" McNeal is some better today. He remains in Medical City/Dallas.