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Here and There by Wes Price
If you were not able to be present for last Sunday morning’s sermon by Roger Owen, then let me urge you to call the church office and request a copy of that tape. Every member of this church family needed to hear this message and we are thankful to Roger for it. If you value your soul’s existence for the here and now, not to mention the hereafter, then you will be benefited by this excellent sermon.
And while I’m on the subject, let me express my appreciation to Roger and his wife Linda for there being with us each week and for the good messages Roger is bringing us. He will continue to be with us as long as it takes me to regain my strength and able to return to the pulpit on a regular basis. I’m going to be preaching on occasion, just to test myself to see if my strength is returning. Many of you have encouraged me not to rush into this matter and I assure you that I’m listening. As much as I want to be back doing everything I was doing before my illness, I know that it will not be to my advantage to rush into it too quickly. Continue to keep me in your prayers.
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Jimmy Mooney began his chemotherapy this past week and we won’t want to forget to keep him in our prayers. There will be sometimes when he is unable to be with us because of the treatments, but knowing Jimmy, I’m sure he’ll be here when he feels like it and probably sometimes when he doesn’t. At any rate, let’s not forget him. He has a long road ahead of him with this therapy and as you know, the side effects are often quite unpredictable.
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Sherrie Reynolds ask us to express her appreciation for all the cards, calls and other remembrances in the death of her mother, Evelyn Dillon. She sends her apology for not having responded to all these expressions but will be doing so as soon as she can. Keep her in your prayers as well.
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My dear friend and fellow gospel preacher George Bailey had quaduple by-pass heart surgery while I was in the hospital. He is still in need of our prayers for recovery. He is in the Christian Care Center Rehabilitation Center. I spoke with his wife, Ela Beth this past week and she told me that he is doing as well as can be expected especially following the implanting of a pace maker. As you know, the wife of a seriously ill patient needs to be in our prayers as well, so please do so.
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If you are a resident of Kessler Plaza in Oak Cliff, you might be interested in a meeting scheduled to be conducted on this coming Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in Hitt Auditorium at Methodist Central.
Under consideration are proposed zoning ordinances with amendments to Conservation Districts 1 and 7 and Historic District 15, Kings Highway, Bishop Arts and Winnetka Heights. I understand that a question and answer session with City Staff will follow the meeting. You will be ahead of the curve if you are informed about possible changes that may impact your property.
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A Special Note of Thanks to our Church Family

To all of you who have been such an important part of our lives these past months, “Thank You!” There are no words adequate to convey the depth of our appreciation for the prayers, cards and calls of concern, and the many hospital visits you made during our dark hours of illness, surgeries, and recovery. May God bless you all as Wes continues the process of improving his health and gaining more strength. In Christian Love, Alma Faye ================================================== LESSONS FROM LAS VEGAS

David Brassfield, preacher for the church in Newalla, Ok, recently wrote about lessons he had learned from Las Vegas. He did not visit their casinos to gamble but to observe.
He was struck by the fact that they have no clocks in their casinos. They do not want their patrons to be concerned about how long they have been there. They want them to think about winning. In our case, many churches have clocks prominently displayed. Maybe we want them to think about leaving instead of stayng!

A second thing that impressed David was the numerous slot machines. He learned that they have one slot machine for every ten persons in Las Vegas. There was also a great variety. They had slots for pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, dollars, two dollars and five dollars. They are saying to customers, “This is easy. This is convenient. We want you here. We want your business.”

While the church of the Lord must never compromise truth but maintain pure and scriptural worship, there are some things that are matters of judgment. Church buildings need to be accessible. They need to be properly lighted. Sound systems need to be very good and properly adjusted and always working. Heating and cooling are important. Singing needs to be good, songs in which everyone can participate. Prayers need to be thougtful, expressing our real petitions to God and also thanksgiving. The communion service needs to be reverent and meaningful. Greeting both members and visitors before and following services is very important.

In fact, our whole service should say to people, “You are loved and appreciated and want you here.”
Lewis G. Hale

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three times a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.
Ann Schoolfield had more eye tests this week.
Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She may be with us this morning.
Jimmy Mooney has begun his chemotherapy.
Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.

Continue to remember:

Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey; R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez;
Jimmy Mooney’s mother, Dorothy; the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Perry Cotham; Urbanelle Cox; Carol & Peter Diamond; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Bob and Madeline Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Muriel McMillion; Pat & Jimmie Mitchell; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Vernon Percival; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala; Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: July 25, 2010

Bible Study 60 Offering: $2,729.63

Morning Worship: 76 Budget: $2,893.27

Afternoon Worship: 40 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 7/21 – 30

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Change of Address:

Perry Cotham 1814 Santa Cruz Circle Grand Prairie, TX 75051

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“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong

We said goodbye to another sweet friend on 7/21/2010. Our dear Evelyn Dillon went to her reward on 7/17/2010. Bro. Wes held her graveside service at Laurel Land and did a beautiful job of saying farewell and paying tribute to her exemplary life which was an example for all around her.

There was a really good gathering at Jeter’s Funeral Home for the viewing before the service and also at the grave site. I can’t say enough to praise Dennis Jeter and his son on the wonderful way they take care of every detail when handling a funeral service. They show a real personal feeling when dealing with the family and all concerned. To my way of thinking they are #1

It was mine and Oleta’s pleasure to take Wes, Alma Faye, and Rick out to lunch afterward since it was Rick’s birthday and we had missed Wes on 7/1/2010.

Folks if you haven’t had time to read Roger’s column from last week you should get the Bulletin and read “Influential People”. It’s one of the best he’s written.

It was really good to see Bro. R. C. Bell back on 7/8/10; it’s just not the same without him. We sure hope and pray you continue to get better R.C.!

Oleta and I got a shock a couple of weeks ago when the Editor of Southwest Now magazine called and wanted to know if it was okay for them to do a story about us. Her name is Beverly Shay and she told us that Jennifer Johnson, a close friend of ours, told her about our lives and thought it would make a good human interest story. Jennifer has workd at several doctor’s offices where we go but we first became friends over at Kitchens Deli in the Ben Franklin store in Duncanville where her mother-in-law, Pat, worked. They used to kid us, and called us the “Love Couple” because we’ve always been very close. To make a long story short, Beverly is sending a photographer out next Tuesday to take some pictures and we were interviewed by a young writer named Katrina McNair. The story is supposed to be out in August or September. I didn’t know when I married Oleta that she would be such a celebrity!

It sure will be good to have Carmen Rich back with us. Her new address was in the July 25th Bulletin or call the church office.

It was good visiting with you again. We will see you next time the Good Lord willing.

Remember ”It’s never too late to be what you might have been”. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price
If you were not able to be present for last Sunday morning’s sermon by Roger Owen, then let me urge you to call the church office and request a copy of that tape. Every member of this church family needed to hear this message and we are thankful to Roger for it. If you value your soul’s existence for the here and now, not to mention the hereafter, then you will be benefited by this excellent sermon.
And while I’m on the subject, let me express my appreciation to Roger and his wife Linda for there being with us each week and for the good messages Roger is bringing us. He will continue to be with us as long as it takes me to regain my strength and able to return to the pulpit on a regular basis. I’m going to be preaching on occasion, just to test myself to see if my strength is returning. Many of you have encouraged me not to rush into this matter and I assure you that I’m listening. As much as I want to be back doing everything I was doing before my illness, I know that it will not be to my advantage to rush into it too quickly. Continue to keep me in your prayers.
—————
Jimmy Mooney began his chemotherapy this past week and we won’t want to forget to keep him in our prayers. There will be sometimes when he is unable to be with us because of the treatments, but knowing Jimmy, I’m sure he’ll be here when he feels like it and probably sometimes when he doesn’t. At any rate, let’s not forget him. He has a long road ahead of him with this therapy and as you know, the side effects are often quite unpredictable.
—————
Sherrie Reynolds ask us to express her appreciation for all the cards, calls and other remembrances in the death of her mother, Evelyn Dillon. She sends her apology for not having responded to all these expressions but will be doing so as soon as she can. Keep her in your prayers as well.
—————
My dear friend and fellow gospel preacher George Bailey had quaduple by-pass heart surgery while I was in the hospital. He is still in need of our prayers for recovery. He is in the Christian Care Center Rehabilitation Center. I spoke with his wife, Ela Beth this past week and she told me that he is doing as well as can be expected especially following the implanting of a pace maker. As you know, the wife of a seriously ill patient needs to be in our prayers as well, so please do so.
————— If you are a resident of Kessler Plaza in Oak Cliff, you might be interested in a meeting scheduled to be conducted on this coming Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in Hitt Auditorium at Methodist Central.
Under consideration are proposed zoning ordinances with amendments to Conservation Districts 1 and 7 and Historic District 15, Kings Highway, Bishop Arts and Winnetka Heights. I understand that a question and answer session with City Staff will follow the meeting. You will be ahead of the curve if you are informed about possible changes that may impact your property.
================================================
A Special Note of Thanks to our Church Family

To all of you who have been such an important part of our lives these past months, “Thank You!” There are no words adequate to convey the depth of our appreciation for the prayers, cards and calls of concern, and the many hospital visits you made during our dark hours of illness, surgeries, and recovery. May God bless you all as Wes continues the process of improving his health and gaining more strength. In Christian Love, Alma Faye ================================================== LESSONS FROM LAS VEGAS

David Brassfield, preacher for the church in Newalla, Ok, recently wrote about lessons he had learned from Las Vegas. He did not visit their casinos to gamble but to observe.
He was struck by the fact that they have no clocks in their casinos. They do not want their patrons to be concerned about how long they have been there. They want them to think about winning. In our case, many churches have clocks prominently displayed. Maybe we want them to think about leaving instead of stayng!

A second thing that impressed David was the numerous slot machines. He learned that they have one slot machine for every ten persons in Las Vegas. There was also a great variety. They had slots for pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, dollars, two dollars and five dollars. They are saying to customers, “This is easy. This is convenient. We want you here. We want your business.”

While the church of the Lord must never compromise truth but maintain pure and scriptural worship, there are some things that are matters of judgment. Church buildings need to be accessible. They need to be properly lighted. Sound systems need to be very good and properly adjusted and always working. Heating and cooling are important. Singing needs to be good, songs in which everyone can participate. Prayers need to be thougtful, expressing our real petitions to God and also thanksgiving. The communion service needs to be reverent and meaningful. Greeting both members and visitors before and following services is very important.

In fact, our whole service should say to people, “You are loved and appreciated and want you here.”
Lewis G. Hale

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three times a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.
Ann Schoolfield had more eye tests this week.
Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She may be with us this morning.
Jimmy Mooney has begun his chemotherapy.
Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.

Continue to remember:

Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey; R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez;
Jimmy Mooney’s mother, Dorothy; the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Perry Cotham; Urbanelle Cox; Carol & Peter Diamond; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Bob and Madeline Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Muriel McMillion; Pat & Jimmie Mitchell; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Vernon Percival; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala; Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: July July 25, 2010

Bible Study 60 Offering: $2,729.63 Morning Worship: 76 Budget: $2,893.27 Afternoon Worship: 40 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 7/21 – 30

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Change of Address: Perry Cotham 1814 Santa Cruz Circle Grand Prairie, TX 75051

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“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong We said goodbye to another sweet friend on 7/21/2010. Our dear Evelyn Dillon went to her reward on 7/17/2010. Bro. Wes held her graveside service at Laurel Land and did a beautiful job of saying farewell and paying tribute to her exemplary life which was an example for all around her.

There was a really good gathering at Jeter’s Funeral Home for the viewing before the service and also at the grave site. I can’t say enough to praise Dennis Jeter and his son on the wonderful way they take care of every detail when handling a funeral service. They show a real personal feeling when dealing with the family and all concerned. To my way of thinking they are #1

It was mine and Oleta’s pleasure to take Wes, Alma Faye, and Rick out to lunch afterward since it was Rick’s birthday and we had missed Wes on 7/1/2010.

Folks if you haven’t had time to read Roger’s column from last week you should get the Bulletin and read “Influential People”. It’s one of the best he’s written. It was really good to see Bro. R. C. Bell back on 7/8/10; it’s just not the same without him. We sure hope and pray you continue to get better R.C.!

Oleta and I got a shock a couple of weeks ago when the Editor of Southwest Now magazine called and wanted to know if it was okay for them to do a story about us. Her name is Beverly Shay and she told us that Jennifer Johnson, a close friend of ours, told her about our lives and thought it would make a good human interest story. Jennifer has workd at several doctor’s offices where we go but we first became friends over at Kitchens Deli in the Ben Franklin store in Duncanville where her mother-in-law, Pat, worked. They used to kid us, and called us the “Love Couple” because we’ve always been very close. To make a long story short, Beverly is sending a photographer out next Tuesday to take some pictures and we were interviewed by a young writer named Katrina McNair. The story is supposed to be out in August or September. I didn’t know when I married Oleta that she would be such a celebrity!

It sure will be good to have Carmen Rich back with us. Her new address was in the July 25th Bulletin or call the church office. It was good visiting with you again. We will see you next time the Good Lord willing. Remember.. ”It’s never too late to be what you might have been”. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price
If you were not able to be present for last Sunday morning’s sermon by Roger Owen, then let me urge you to call the church office and request a copy of that tape. Every member of this church family needed to hear this message and we are thankful to Roger for it. If you value your soul’s existence for the here and now, not to mention the hereafter, then you will be benefited by this excellent sermon.
And while I’m on the subject, let me express my appreciation to Roger and his wife Linda for there being with us each week and for the good messages Roger is bringing us. He will continue to be with us as long as it takes me to regain my strength and able to return to the pulpit on a regular basis. I’m going to be preaching on occasion, just to test myself to see if my strength is returning. Many of you have encouraged me not to rush into this matter and I assure you that I’m listening. As much as I want to be back doing everything I was doing before my illness, I know that it will not be to my advantage to rush into it too quickly. Continue to keep me in your prayers.
—————
Jimmy Mooney began his chemotherapy this past week and we won’t want to forget to keep him in our prayers. There will be sometimes when he is unable to be with us because of the treatments, but knowing Jimmy, I’m sure he’ll be here when he feels like it and probably sometimes when he doesn’t. At any rate, let’s not forget him. He has a long road ahead of him with this therapy and as you know, the side effects are often quite unpredictable.
—————
Sherrie Reynolds ask us to express her appreciation for all the cards, calls and other remembrances in the death of her mother, Evelyn Dillon. She sends her apology for not having responded to all these expressions but will be doing so as soon as she can. Keep her in your prayers as well.
—————
My dear friend and fellow gospel preacher George Bailey had quaduple by-pass heart surgery while I was in the hospital. He is still in need of our prayers for recovery. He is in the Christian Care Center Rehabilitation Center. I spoke with his wife, Ela Beth this past week and she told me that he is doing as well as can be expected especially following the implanting of a pace maker. As you know, the wife of a seriously ill patient needs to be in our prayers as well, so please do so.
————— If you are a resident of Kessler Plaza in Oak Cliff, you might be interested in a meeting scheduled to be conducted on this coming Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in Hitt Auditorium at Methodist Central.
Under consideration are proposed zoning ordinances with amendments to Conservation Districts 1 and 7 and Historic District 15, Kings Highway, Bishop Arts and Winnetka Heights. I understand that a question and answer session with City Staff will follow the meeting. You will be ahead of the curve if you are informed about possible changes that may impact your property.
================================================
A Special Note of Thanks to our Church Family

To all of you who have been such an important part of our lives these past months, “Thank You!” There are no words adequate to convey the depth of our appreciation for the prayers, cards and calls of concern, and the many hospital visits you made during our dark hours of illness, surgeries, and recovery. May God bless you all as Wes continues the process of improving his health and gaining more strength. In Christian Love, Alma Faye ================================================== LESSONS FROM LAS VEGAS David Brassfield, preacher for the church in Newalla, Ok, recently wrote about lessons he had learned from Las Vegas. He did not visit their casinos to gamble but to observe.
He was struck by the fact that they have no clocks in their casinos. They do not want their patrons to be concerned about how long they have been there. They want them to think about winning. In our case, many churches have clocks prominently displayed. Maybe we want them to think about leaving instead of stayng! A second thing that impressed David was the numerous slot machines. He learned that they have one slot machine for every ten persons in Las Vegas. There was also a great variety. They had slots for pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, dollars, two dollars and five dollars. They are saying to customers, “This is easy. This is convenient. We want you here. We want your business.” While the church of the Lord must never compromise truth but maintain pure and scriptural worship, there are some things that are matters of judgment. Church buildings need to be accessible. They need to be properly lighted. Sound systems need to be very good and properly adjusted and always working. Heating and cooling are important. Singing needs to be good, songs in which everyone can participate. Prayers need to be thougtful, expressing our real petitions to God and also thanksgiving. The communion service needs to be reverent and meaningful. Greeting both members and visitors before and following services is very important. In fact, our whole service should say to people, “You are loved and appreciated and want you here.”
Lewis G. Hale

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three times a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.
Ann Schoolfield had more eye tests this week.
Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She may be with us this morning.
Jimmy Mooney has begun his chemotherapy.
Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.

Continue to remember: Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey; R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez;
Jimmy Mooney’s mother, Dorothy; the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Perry Cotham; Urbanelle Cox; Carol & Peter Diamond; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Bob and Madeline Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Muriel McMillion; Pat & Jimmie Mitchell; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Vernon Percival; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala; Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: July 25, 2010

Bible Study 60 Offering: $2,729.63

Morning Worship: 76 Budget: $2,893.27

Afternoon Worship: 40

Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 7/21 – 30 ————-

Change of Address:

Perry Cotham 1814 Santa Cruz Circle Grand Prairie, TX 75051

————
“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong

We said goodbye to another sweet friend on 7/21/2010. Our dear Evelyn Dillon went to her reward on 7/17/2010. Bro. Wes held her graveside service at Laurel Land and did a beautiful job of saying farewell and paying tribute to her exemplary life which was an example for all around her.

There was a really good gathering at Jeter’s Funeral Home for the viewing before the service and also at the grave site. I can’t say enough to praise Dennis Jeter and his son on the wonderful way they take care of every detail when handling a funeral service. They show a real personal feeling when dealing with the family and all concerned. To my way of thinking they are #1

It was mine and Oleta’s pleasure to take Wes, Alma Faye, and Rick out to lunch afterward since it was Rick’s birthday and we had missed Wes on 7/1/2010.

Folks if you haven’t had time to read Roger’s column from last week you should get the Bulletin and read “Influential People”. It’s one of the best he’s written.

It was really good to see Bro. R. C. Bell back on 7/8/10; it’s just not the same without him. We sure hope and pray you continue to get better R.C.!

Oleta and I got a shock a couple of weeks ago when the Editor of Southwest Now magazine called and wanted to know if it was okay for them to do a story about us. Her name is Beverly Shay and she told us that Jennifer Johnson, a close friend of ours, told her about our lives and thought it would make a good human interest story. Jennifer has workd at several doctor’s offices where we go but we first became friends over at Kitchens Deli in the Ben Franklin store in Duncanville where her mother-in-law, Pat, worked. They used to kid us, and called us the “Love Couple” because we’ve always been very close. To make a long story short, Beverly is sending a photographer out next Tuesday to take some pictures and we were interviewed by a young writer named Katrina McNair. The story is supposed to be out in August or September. I didn’t know when I married Oleta that she would be such a celebrity!

It sure will be good to have Carmen Rich back with us. Her new address was in the July 25th Bulletin or call the church office. It was good visiting with you again. We will see you next time the Good Lord willing.

Remember.. ”It’s never too late to be what you might have been”. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)