Update on Kristi Anthony

Posted by Jay at 3:30 today:  "Therapy has gone well again today with more increased physical strength. Kristi's attention span is getting better. We need God's healing hand on her memory and cognitive health. He is working! Austin is still sick with a virus so please continue to pray for him and that Tyler and Cody don't get it and please pray that Sandy and I can stay healthy for Kristi's care. Matt is coming to spend the night with his sister tonight which will give us some rest. Sandy really needs it after a long night with Kristi last night. Mike will be here to stay on Tuesday night and Chris again on Saturday. They have been such a tremendous help to give us a break each week. Please pray for my Dad, Hugh who is trying to recover from a stoke which happened the week before Kristi's incident. It has been hard on us being away from my Dad during his illness and my Mom, Jean needs strength during her time to care for my Dad. Grace - Jay"

Prayer Request - 12/30

Jay Anthony just posted this prayer request:  "I would like to ask for specific prayers for our oldest son, Austin, he came down with a stomach virus today. This is exceptionally challenging since we don't know about the Long QT Syndrome and one of the main precautions is to NOT get dehydrated since low potassium and magnesium levels can trigger it. He also he cannot take any OTC medications until we know. I had to leave Sandy alone with Kristi so that I could go to the hotel to help Austin and the hospital is understaffed due to the holidays. This is where a Mom really excels BUT I will try my best! Got to give my concerns to the Lord - Jay"

Weekly Update - 12/30

What a treat we had today!  John Cannon (Patrick's dad) was our speaker this morning.  "What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?"   

Response:  Kathy Marshall says that she "I feel guilty about words I've spoken.  Now, the relationship has to be fixed." 

Thanks to all who prepared food for the 5th Sunday Potluck today!  And thanks to all who stayed to enjoy the good food and fellowship! 

The special contribution for Hurricane Sandy relief was over $7,200!!!!   

• Kristi Anthony continues in Zale Lipshy for rehab. She's doing better each day! Please remember that Austin, Tyler, and Cody's testing is in process. Pray specifically that they do NOT have Long QT Syndrome."
• Danny Bulls' dad passed away this weekend.  Please keep their family in your prayers as they travel to West Texas.  His Mom is in the hospital also.
• Jack Lewallen (Linda Erwin's brother) had by-pass surgery today in Redding, Calif.  She posted on fb earlier that he made it through surgery fine.
• The Skidmore family (Reno neighbors of the Welch's and Jones') lost their home to a fire this week.
• Please remember the Curry and Ballard families as they are dealing with the tragedy of the hunting accident on Friday.  (Visitation is Monday night, funeral service 1pm at Clarksville Funeral Home.)
• Barbara Adams (Kathy Daniels' Mom) has just been diagnosed with breast cancer.
• Remember all those that are traveling this holiday season.

Pantry Needs:  Toiletries

Simple Supper:  Frito Chili Pie.  Don't worry about signing up, Kyle said there will be enough!  Only $2 per person.

Keep The Date

Jan 6: T.O.P.P. Program starts (feeding the children)

Jan 6: Blue Baby Shower for Brian and Chasity McClain

Jan 13: "The Story" begins

Jan 13: Faithful Readers

The excitement is building as we anticipate the kick-off of "THE STORY" on Sunday, January 13th.  The church is purchasing one copy of the book, per family.  Books will be given out on that Sunday morning.  (If you would like to purchase extra copies, check with Maggie Kerby.)

 

Love you - MEAN IT!!!!

Update on Kristi Anthony

Posted by Jay this afternoon:  "We need strength today...this process is a BLESSING but at times we are physically and emotionally drained. Sandy, Austin, Tyler, Cody, and myself all feel the drain more on some days than others. Kristi feels the drain everyday. Even though it seems you could just "get away" and escape from time to time it is impossible because Kristi needs our constant help and we will not leave her side as she WOULD NEVER and HAS NEVER left ours so our request from God and our faithful prayer warriors today is for STRENGTH. David cries many many times to God to answer his prayers QUICKLY so I do not think it unfitting to ask God to give us strength quickly! We are so thankful for God's love and faithfulness as well as all of you who have so blessed us continually."

Our sympathy....

Prayer Request - 12/29

There was a hunting accident yesterday, here in Lamar County.  13 year old Cade Curry was accidently killed.  Please keep the Curry and Ballard families in your prayers.
Weezy's Restaurant in Blossom posted this message:  "We are accepting donations to help pay funeral expenses for Cade Curry, a sixth grade student at Prairiland who was killed in a hunting accident Friday. Anyone wishing to help can make donations at Weezys or at Blossom Hardware. Please share and spread the word."

Don't Forget....

Tomorrow is 5th Sunday, which means we will have a potluck lunch after morning worship services.  Please bring a dish, with a little extra for any guests we may have.  After lunch, we'll have a short devotional time and then be dismissed for the day.  No services on Sunday night.