Prayer Request - 12/2

Jean O'Neal fell off a ladder yesterday in her garage, as she was getting a Christmas tree out of her attic.  She broke her elbow and it is in a cast now.  The doctor will do surgery next week.  It's too swollen to do anything just yet.  She is at home now and home health nurses are taking care of her.

Our Sympathy.....

Anna Zant's aunt, Linda Glenn, from Daingerfield, passed away this morning.  She was Mrs. Mashburn's last sibling.  Anna is having series of MRI's done in Sherman.  Please pray for Anna, her family, and Connie who is driving her.

Update on Doris McGill - 12/2

Karen Cato sent this update on her Mom, Doris McGill:  "Mom has been moved to Stillhouse for skilled nursing and rehab.  She is in room 69 and loves to have visitors.  (We so appreciate everyone in the life group with Russell and Robyn for stopping by and singing to her on Sunday.)  She is still in pain from her fall and continues to have some confusion, but is slowly progressing.  She is ready to have her hair done...this is a good sign!  Please continue to pray for her!"

Our Sympathy....

Local minister, Paul Dearinger, passed away this morning.  Cremation arrangements are pending with Wood Funeral Homes, Deport.

Weekly Update - 12/1

Thank you Patrick for the message today from Isaiah 7.  And thank you to Stephen Gerrald for the beautiful song service!  (Honestly....I think "Breath of Heaven" is one of THE most beautiful songs ever written.)

OUR SYMPATHY:

• To the Wood family as they mourn the loss of our brother Tom.  His celebration of life memorial will be Tuesday afternoon at LACOC at 1:00pm.  His sweet smile and big hugs will be missed.
• Sherry Welch's uncle, U.C. (Bud) Shannon's funeral service will be Tuesday at 1:30 at Calvary Methodist Church.

WELCOME BACK to Bill and Ann Sanders!!  We have missed you!

PRAYER REQUESTS:

• Ora Henderson goes back to the doctor this Wednesday, for tests on her neck.
• Joe Hayes and Trish Rader's daughter, Emmie, is in critical condition in a Little Rock hospital with spinal meningitis.
• Kristi Anthony - as she continues to have walking, memory, depression and confusion issues.
• Austin Anthony - Heart issues.
• Barbara Campbell's sister, Jean Wear, is waiting for test results and hope they all come back ok.
• Lori Campbell's step-mother had a stent put in Saturday night. One of her arteries was 100% blocked. She will be in the hospital for about 3 more days.
• Susan George's brother-in-law, Bill George (not the dentist), is having health issues. 
• Tanya Welch's dad, Ben Wallace, had an accident while using a wood splitter.  They are waiting to see if his finger can be saved.
• Kathy Marshall's sister, Judy Issette..."she is my rock and hero and I can not pray enough to ease the pain in her life."
• Larry Box - Cancer (works at T&K Machine Shop)
• Derald Bulls' friend, Paul Derringer (local minister), is in his final days.  Prayers for comfort for Paul and his family.
• Dr. Wally Kraft - Health  (Local veterinarian.)
• Gerald Housley -  Over a month ago he suffered 2 strokes and a blood clot.  He was moved to a long term care facility this week.  (Friend of mine from Frisco.)

HOLIDAY PARTY:  This annual event will be held on Sunday, December 15th at Aiken Elementary.  You don't want to miss this fun event.  There will be a sign-up sheet on the Welcome Center next week.  They will need a head count to prepare for food.

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.

PANTRY NEEDS:  Everything!

KEEP THE DATE:
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 15:  Holiday Party at Aiken Elementary
Dec 25:  No Wednesday night service.
Jan 1:    No Wednesday night service.
Jan 12:  Cookbook Shower for Tiffany Clay

Love you - MEAN IT!

Update on Kristi and Austin Anthony - 12/1

We found out some information on Wednesday but due to the Thanksgiving holiday I didn't want to relay this information until afterwards but WE DESPERATELY NEED YOUR PRAYERS for our family.

On Wednesday Austin had an appointment with Kristi's EP Cardiologist and they think that a potential genetic defect may have been found that has been found on Kristi's EKG and now Austin's as well. Next they... will look at Matt's, Tyler's, and Cody's to see if it is present there also. Potentially Sandy and Mike too will be evaluated.

The EP described this genetic condition as "new science" that has just been discovered within the last year and is still relatively unknown. The condition is a "repolarization" issue of the heart rhythm and is called "J-Point abnormality". I understand very little about it so far and can't even begin to explain it. They are under the impression that the fix is to implant an AICD (pacer-defibrillator). Hopefully we will be able to find out more very quickly.

The evaluation process could be rather lengthy since this is so new. I will pray that we find out about Cody and Tyler quickly since they too are at risk. Matt already has an AICD therefore he is protected but Sandy and Mike and possibly Mike's two children are at risk . Since Kristi lost her job due to her condition and we will only have COBRA until the end of next November it is critical that everyone gets treatment (if needed) before then! I'm praying that the defect will not show up on anyone else!

Please pray for this very concerning situation for our boys and Kristi's mom, brother, nephew, and niece. WE NEED YOUR PRAYERS FOR OUR FAMILY and THANK YOU for faithfully continuing to bring us before the Father. - Jay

Update on Emmie Hayes - 12/1

Daniel Hayes posted this earlier about his sister, Emmie:  "The doctors told us that they were going to administer three tests to confirm that my sister is brain dead. The neurologist began the first test to and Emmie began to breath and lifted her hand from her side to her face. They cancelled the other two tests. The doctors are trying to prepare us for the worst, but I know God is present and is responsible for these victories. Pray for healing, that her brain stops swelling and she continues to show improvement."