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A CHOSEN PEOPLE Roger Owen
I remember growing up playing sandlot baseball almost every single day. My parents owned the empty lot beside the lot our house was on, so a lot of our games were played right there beside my home. We played there when we only had a few players for each team and that made the field smaller to have to cover. If we had a large number of players, then we went to the city park that was across the street.

The games were always organized the same. Two team captains were selected, a coin was tosed, and whoever won the coin toss got to pick first. Then the two captains alternated choosing players for their team until all were chosen. Two things influenced the picking order, talent and being best friends. You wanted the best players on your team and you wanted to “team up” with your closest friends. No one wanted to be the last one taken. Even being next to last still meant you were wanted more than the last one picked. The last one remaining was considered to be “forced” upon whoever was stuck with the last pick.

In athletics it really is the same as one grows up. High school athletes are posturing themselves to be chosen by the college of their choice for a scholarship. Professional teams conduct a draft to chooe their players and everyone wants to be a first round pick. Free agents are even signed by choice. The teams only sign the players they want. Many a college and professional player have talked about being extremely motivated when they play against certain teams because “they didn’t want me on their team.” Every- one wanted to be chosen.

In previous articles we have discussed how we are to be a peculiar people and an influential people in God’s kingdom. The third part of a trilogy of what kind of people we should be is the fact that we are a CHOSEN people on God’s team!

Peter tells us Jesus was “chosen and precious in the sight of God,” and “he was a cornerstone chosen and precious” (1 Peter 2:4,6). God told Ananias in Acts 9:15 that Saul “is a chosen instrument of mine to carry my name before the Gentiles.” Revelation 17:14 tells us those who are with the Lamb “are called chosen and faithful.”

Chosen people are special people. “Many are called, but few are chosen” (Matthew 20:16; 22:14). “For we know brothers, loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power” (1 Thessalonians 1:4-5). And, “you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession…now you are God’s people.” It is not only great to be chosen, but it is really great to be chosen by the best “chooser”!

God’s chosen people are privileged. They are justified by him into a salvation for all eternity. “Who shall bring any charge against God’s elect (chosen ones)? It is God who justifies” (Romans 8:33). “Will not God give justice to his elect, who cry to him day and night” (Luke 18:7)? “He will send out his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds” (Matthew 24:31). Paul was willing to “endure everything for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory” (11 Timothy 2:10).

God’s chosen people are not invincible. They can be kicked off the team! “False christs and false prophets will arise and perform great signs and wonders so as to lead astray, if possible, even the elect” (Matthew 24:24). Peter tells us that once we are drafted, we have to “work out hard” to be able to perform to the best of our abilities if we are to stay with the team. “Therefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to make your calling and election sure for if you practice these qualities (faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection and love, vs. 5), you will never fall” (1 Peter 1:10).

Therefore, God’s chosen people have a tremendous responsibility that goes along with that election. “Abstain from the passions of the flesh…keep your conduct honorable” (1 Peter 2:11-12). They are to increase their faith through “the knowledge of the truth which accords with godliness” (Titus 1:1). And they should “put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness and patience, bearing with one another, and if anyone has a complaint against another, forgiving each other.”

What a fantastic privilege and blessing it is to be chosen by God! And what a huge responsibility we then have to “perform” to a level equal to that election! ————

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is now home and doing better.

Jennie Wright is improving and she would like for you to continue your prayers in her behalf.

Jimmy Mooney will begin taking chemo soon and we pray he will soon be in remission.
Rick Ramsey received his test results and cancer has returned, and he is again on strong doses of chemo. We all pray that he will soon be in remission once again.

Muriel McMillion’s problem can be treated with medication. Muriel and Sylvia would like to thank all of you for your prayers.

Special prayer request for Don Bowman and Family.

Continue to remember: Sylvia McMillion; Fran Womelsdorff; Mary Ruth Percival; R. C. Bell; Jim & Elaine Birkhead; 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 & Pete Diamond; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Bob and Madeline Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Oleta Landin; Nancy Lindley; Pat Mitchell; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Vernon Percival; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala; Dan Sherbit; Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: August 22, 2010 Bible Study 53 Offering: $2,622.75 Budget $2,893.27

Morning Worship 72 Afternoon Worship: 50 50 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 8/18 -34 ———–

CHANGE: The phone number for Domingo Martinez is

469-951-7190

The number in our directory belongs to Josh.

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“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong We We received some bad news on 8/22/10. Bro. Wes had to go back in the hospital for some of the same problems. We pray this will only be a setback and he will be right back with us soon.

I’m trying to cover sweet Mamie’s job of sending the bulletin to those who miss on Sunday A.M. and send them a little note along with it, and believe me it’s a pretty tough job keeping up with the absentees. She did a remarkable job of it!

I know we’ll be glad when this old hot weather subsides and it cools off once again. It makes it awfully hard to breathe for all who have breathing problems, but it could be a lot worse.

Rick won’t know about his test until 8/25/10 and we pray it comes out real good. We also pray Muriel’s tests came out good and Sylvia continues to do well. Be sure and keep Jimmy Mooney in your prayers. We miss the Bells and the Swansons when they can’t be with us, as we do all of you who can’t always make the services.

We thank the Lord daily for Bro. Roger Owen and Linda for filling in when Wes has to be out. Roger is truly an answer to a lot of prayers. They have been here so long now they are just a part of our bunch. I know Wes feels a lot better to have such a capable man to cover for him.

Oleta wants to thank all of you who have asked about her while she is out with her bad foot, and called to offer encouragement.

Vernon Percival called to give us an update on Mary Ruth, and he said she is not able to put any weight on her injured ankle and it will probably be several more weeks before she can get back with us.

Our attendance has been holding up pretty good even with all those who are out sick. The Bible classes are staying good too!

If you didn’t read the piece in our Visitor about “The Snake Pit”, you should read it because it really tells it like it is. Wade Webster uses Hebrews 10:24-25 as his reference for the story.

Well, folks I guess I’d best sign off for now since it is time to get ready for the evening service.

We’ll see you soon the Good Lord willing. We pray all of our sick and shut-ins are doing much better and all the tests come out good.

See you soon “Here and There”. Hang in there!

Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price
We concluded out study in the book of Ephesians this past Wednesday evening with our DVD of Avon Malone. As has been the custom over these past several weeks, Roger Owen has concluded each lesson with a comprehensive discussion on the same text covered by Avon. This coming Wednesday evening, August 25, we will begin a new study with Avon Malone in the book of Philippians. I will assume responsibity for the concluding discussion after each lesson. My profound thanks to Roger Owen for his help. Of course, he will continue to be with us on Sundays until I gain more strength. How fortunate we are to have him with us.

Your assignment for next Wednesday evening prior to our beginning our studies in Philippians is to read the book at one sitting, without distractions and if you have a second translation or version of the Scriptures, read that too. I believe you will profit by this background to our studies together.
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Jack Armstrong now has a new newspaper column in the Duncanville Suburban, called, OPINION. The first article is posted on the Bulletin Board in the Community Room. Check it out, you’ll appreciate what he has to say. Good job, Jack!

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I received a call early this past week from Mack Lyon to check on my well-being. He and his wife Lois will be in our area this next week beginning a meeting at the church in Crandall. He and Lois paid us a visit on Saturday afternoon before going on to Crandall.
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Our “sack supper” last Sunday afternoon was a tremendous success. We had the largest attendance ever at one of these events. My personal thanks to Dan and Eugenia for their advance preparation of the watermelon and table arrangements. We had five visitors who remained to be our guests and one of these was present again on last Wednesday evening. The fellowship was out of this world. Thanks to all who helped clean up afterward. It was certainly worth the effort. ————-
We learned that Vera Solis had knee surgery last Friday and we are glad that she is able to be with us in worship today. Keep her in your prayers. Elsewhere in our bulletin you will find the address of Mamie Maarschalk’s niece. Some of you have been wanting to send her a sympathy card. Now’s your chance.
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The Snake Pit

When General H. Norman Schwarzkopf returned from VietNam, his back was severly damaged from numerous parachute jumps. Spinal surgery was all that could save him from paralysis. The surgery was successful, but the recovery was slow and painful. Schwarzkopf became depressed and contemplated retiring. Tom Bratton, an amputee in his ward, shook him out of his depression. He asked, “Sir, if I can walk on one leg, how come you can’t walk on two?”

In his book, It Doesn’t Take a Hero, Schwarzkopf relates how Bratton’s question affected him:

I was embarrassed because I was eventually going to have a normal life, while Bratton never would. He and his pals went in and out of my ward every day, joking, playing cards, and generally terrorizing the orderlies. I began to understand how (our ward), the Snake Pit, worked. Newcomers just back from VietNam were often bitter and consumed with self-pity. If a man didn’t snap out of it, the doctors would assign him a bed down in the Snake Pit. Like Bratton, most of the guys had been there for months or years and were fighting to overcome terrible injuries. So they were merciless when the newcomer would start moaning. They’d yell, “You wimp! Shut up! What are you moaning about? There’s a lot of guys here who are hurt worse than you. We don’t want to hear it.” They’d often reduce a man to tears. But after that, he’d grind his teeth and fight back, which was precisely what they wanted. The guys in the Snake Pit were relentless, but they brought people back to life.

In reading this story, I thought of how that we as Christians must sometimes push one another. In Hebrews, we read. “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching” (Hebrews 10:24-25). As you know, it is easy for children of God to become discouraged and to drop out of service to the Lord. As Christians, we must provoke and exhort them to stay in the race. – Wade Webster ————-
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Jennie Wright has pneumonia and was dismissed from the hospital Thursday evening. She would like all the prayers to continue.

Jimmy Mooney remains at home during his illness at this time.

Rick Ramsey will also have tests this month.

Muriel McMillion is waiting on the results of the heart tests that she took this past week.

Fran Womelsdorff did not get her report on her hearing test. The appointment was postponed till September.

Also pray fervently for the Tyson family.

Continue to remember: Sylvia McMillion; Mary Ruth Percival; R. C. Bell; Jim Birkhead; Lois Rodriquez; Jimmy Mooney’s mother, Dorothy.

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; Oleta Landin; Nancy Lindley; Pat Mitchell; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Vernon Percival; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala; Dan Sherbit; Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: August 15, 2010

Bible Study 57 Offering: $3,005.00 Morning Worship: 75 Budget: $2,893.27 Afternoon Worship: 51 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 8/11 – 34 ———–

The following is from a niece of Mamie Maarschalk. Paulette Archemire called and spoke with Ann Schoolfield regarding Mamie. Paulette said the family has begun cleaning out her home and are giving most things to charity. Paulette would very much like to hear from us and her address is as follows:

Paulette Archemire 350 Windsor Avenue, Apt. #32 Terrell, TX 75160 .

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“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong I was just sitting here at my desk looking through some things in my bill paying rack and it dawned on me over half the envelopes were for charities and Vet organizations such as “Vets First”, “Feed the Children”, “March of Dimes”, “American Lung Association”, “Veterans of Foreign Wars”, “Help Hospitalized Vets”, “The Senior Citizens League”, “St. Jude”, “Easter Seals”, and “Kids Wish Network” . It is not much for each, but it adds up pretty good for all of them. Once you start you are on their list forever.

Well it’s been Friday the 13th all day and so far things have gone pretty normal.

If some of you are wondering why Oleta and I aren’t there for Bible Study on Wednesday nights, I want to tell you that with my old eys in the shape they are in (Degenerative Macular in both), I just don’t seem to do well in the evening, and the lights blind Oleta, so we just stay home. Bro. Wes did a beautiful job of presiding over our dear Mamie’s funeral on August 10th. He seems to get a little stronger each time, but we all know it is bound to take a lot out of him because he is still very weak. Bro. Jacob did a great job of leading the singing, as usual. What great talent and a great sense of feeling they have for their work. I’m taking over for Mamie in sending out The Visitor to those who had to miss out on the service, so until I get everything straight, please forgive me if I miss you at first. With Alma Faye’s help on the mailing list maybe we can get it right and get the Visitor to you.

Oleta and I attended the funeral service for our dear friend, Jean LaPine at 2:00 p.m. the same day of Mamie’s service, and it was also a beautiful service. The folks had a luncheon for the members and Jean’s close friends, and Oleta and I were asked to be there. The food was delicious and the fellowship was great also! Isn’t it wonderful to be a part of such a loving and wonderful group as we have in the Lord’s church.

Well folks, I’m going to cut off a little short and I want you to know I’ve really enjoyed all these years I’ve been attempting to write this little column, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your great comments and words of encouragement all along, and for all the great pieces you’ve given me to put in the column. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There – by Wes Price
For those of you who have been blessed by the thoughtfulness of a dear Christian lady by receiving the church bulletin each week, be eternally blessed. That dear lady departed for her eternal home last week. We had the privilege of doing the memorial service for Mamie Maarschalk on last Tuesday morning. As you know, she lived alone but was very independent. When she did not respond to her neighbor’s calls, the neighbor called one of her nieces who called the police to help gain entry to her home. There she was, asleep in her bed, as she had often said, let me go to be with the Lord peacefully. Our hearts grieve for her passing, but we rejoice for the steadfast faith she manifested in her life to the Lord and to His church.

My personal thanks to all the church family who came to share in the service at Laurel Land Funeral Home. A special word of thanks to Betty and Tom Conyers and Louise Gerner for having a delicious meal prepared for the family here in our Fellowship Hall. Mamie’s family were very pleased with all that was done on their behalf in this time of sadness and loss.

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TONIGHT! DON’T FORGET! Come prepared at the evening service to stay for our “Sack Supper,” in the Fellowship Hall. Bring a couple of sandwiches or whatever you might like to eat. We will provide the watermelons and the soft drinks for the occasion. It might even be a time when you could invite a friend to come with you. At any rate: BE THERE!

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It probably goes without saying to caution our senior citizens about this extremely hot weather. Be very careful about getting out in it. And too, make sure your home air conditioner is functioning properly. If you need a fan to help circulate the air in your home, let the church office know and we will see that you have one. Please don’t take any unnecessary risks with your health and the heat.

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I’m still amazed at the number of calls I receive each week concerning my health. And I’m grateful. Please continue to keep me in your prayers and remember all of our other members who are suffering ill health at this time. ==================================================

Do You Hear the Basics?
“I fear that some are drifting away from the old landmarks that so clearly characterized the…earlier days. Some of the old themes that used to be handled with telling effect by the pioneers are now seldom preached from some pulpits. It is, however, a noticeable fact that when first principles are shunned, evangelistic results are correspond-ingly meager. The men who are eminently successful in bringing souls to Christ are the men who preach a full gospel. Its facts, commands, and promises are all declared…Show me the man who eliminates first principles from his preaching, and I will show you…a man who is in doubt as to whether the disciples…have any distinctive message for the world.” – N. B. Hardeman, preface to Tabernacle Sermons, Vol.1, 1922 “For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God.” – Acts 20:27

A Straight Line in a Crooked World In a book about historical figures, Jeff O’Leary described Sir Thomas More (1478-1535), an English lawyer, scholar, and statesman as “a straight stick in a crooked world.” I immediately thought of how that this should describe Christians. To the saints at Philippi, Paul wrote, “That ye may be blame- less and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world; holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain” (Philippians 2:15; ef. Deuteronomy 32:5). Please note that these saints were living in a crooked and perverse world. Crooked means bent, curved, or twisted. It is from the Greek word skolios. You may have heard of scoliosis, the medical condition which involves an abnormal curvature or misalignment of the spine. The saints at Philippi were living in a morally bent and spiritually twisted world. Their world was filled with darkness and soot. In the midst of this world, they were to shine as lights and to be without spot (Matthew 5:14-16; James 1:27). Peter wrote, “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priest-hood, a holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light” (1 Peter 2:9). Please note that these saints had been called out of darkness. They were supposed to be pecuiliar or different. They were supposed to be holy. Obviously, our world is much like that described by Paul and Peter. It is crooked and perverse and dark. As Christians, we must not bend to it. We must stand strong (Ephesians 6:10-17). We must be a straight line in a crooked world. – Wade Webster. —————

PRAYER LIST
Charlie Brown’s eye surgery went well. Jack Armstrong is A-Okay after his test showed no problems. Jimmy Mooney does have cancer of the liver.
Rick Ramsey will also have tests this month. Muriel McMillion is having heart problems and will have tests this week. Also pray fervently for the Tyson family.

Continue to remember: Sylvia McMillion; Mary Ruth Percival; R. C. Bell; Jim Birkhead; Lois Rodriquez; Jimmy Mooney’s mother, Dorothy.

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; Nancy Lindley; Pat Mitchell; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Vernon Percival; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala; Dan Sherbit; Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: August 8, 2010 Bible Study 58 Offering: $2,382.00 Morning Worship: 86 Budget: $2,893.27 Afternoon Worship: 49 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 8/4 – 30 ———– SYMPATHY

We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family and friends of Mamie Maarschalk. Mamie passed away Friday, August 6, 2010. Her funeral was Tuesday, August 9 at Laurel Land Funeral Home officiated by Wes Price. She was a wonderful Christian lady that will be missed so much.

We want to offer our much love and sympathy to Jimmy Morris and family. Jimmy’s sister, Geneva Wyatt of San Antonio, passed away Tuesday evening. Funeral arrangements are pending.

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“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong

I’m looking forward to hearing some good news when I go in Friday, August 6th, for a CAT SCAN, but if it turn’s out not to be good news, we’ll handle that too! As Wes has pointed out many times in the past we should go into everything we do with the thought in our minds…”Let your will be done Oh, Lord.” The very two best examples I know for this are Wes Pice and Rick Ramsey. If we could all learn to turn it over to the Lord. But not just those two have that frame of mind. Ruth Manning called yesterday to see how things are going, and to wish me well. We talked about that very thing, as have many of you here at the JBCoC.

We had a large crowd to go over to El Fenix on Sunday. Roger and Linda, Wes and Alma Faye went too, and made it a great get together! We’ve said before and I’ll say again, how great it is to have a wonderful church family to be with and to do things together and to fall back on when things get a little down.

We were so happy Cloyce and Kay Jurecka were able to be there when Wes was able to stand up there at the podium and make his wonderful offer of thanks to all and to recognize those who had been such a help in helping him get through the terrible ordeal.

Every one be sure and look at the “Southwest Now” magazine for the month of September because Oleta and I are going to be there with a story about our get together (fifteen years ago) and some things that have taken place since. I didn’t know when I married Oleta she was such a celebrity!

Since I’m not quite up to par I’m going to cut this one a little short. I just want all to know how much I’ve enjoyed writing these little columns, and visiting with you all these years.

We’ll see you next time the Good Lord Willing. We pray all our sick and shut-ins are doing much better.

Thanks to all of you wonderful folks for your prayers, words of encouragement, calls and cards during my recent health scare. Ya’ll all are the greatest! Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful) =============================================== REMEMBER THE SACK SUPPER – THIS EVENING, 8/15/2010 AFTER THE 5:00 P.M. SERVICE – PLEASE COME !!!

Here and There by Wes Price
For those of you who have been blessed by the thoughtful-ness of a dear Christian lady by receiving the church bulletin each week, be eternally blessed. That dear lady departed for her eternal home last week. We had the privilege of doing the memorial service for Mamie Maarschalk on last Tuesday morning. As you know, she lived alone but was very independent. When she did not respond to her neighbor’s calls, the neighbor called one of her nieces who called the police to help gain entry to her home. There she was, asleep in her bed, as she had often said, let me go to be with the Lord peacefully. Our hearts grieve for her passing, but we rejoice for the steadfast faith she manifested in her life to the Lord and to His church.

My personal thanks to all the church family who came to share in the service at Laurel Land Funeral Home. A special word of thanks to Betty and Tom Conyers and Louise Gerner for having a delicious meal prepared for the family here in our Fellowship Hall. Mamie’s family were very pleased with all that was done on their behalf in this time of sadness and loss.

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TONIGHT! DON’T FORGET! Come prepared at the evening service to stay for our “Sack Supper,” in the Fellowship Hall. Bring a couple of sandwiches or whatever you might like to eat. We will provide the watermelons and the soft drinks for the occasion. It might even be a time when you could invite a friend to come with you. At any rate: BE THERE!

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It probably goes without saying to caution our senior citizens about this extremely hot weather. Be very careful about getting out in it. And too, make sure your home air conditioner is functioning properly. If you need a fan to help circulate the air in your home, let the church office know and we will see that you have one. Please don’t take any unnecessary risks with your health and the heat.

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I’m still amazed at the number of calls I receive each week concerning my health. And I’m grateful. Please continue to keep me in your prayers and remember all of our other members who are suffering ill health at this time. ==================================================

Do You Hear the Basics?
“I fear that some are drifting away from the old landmarks that so clearly characterized the…earlier days. Some of the old themes that used to be handled with telling effect by the pioneers are now seldom preached from some pulpits. It is, however, a noticeable fact that when first principles are shunned, evangelistic results are correspond-ingly meager. The men who are eminently successful in bringing souls to Christ are the men who preach a full gospel. Its facts, commands, and promises are all declared

…Show me the man who eliminates first principles from his preaching, and I will show you…a man who is in doubt as to whether the disciples…have any distinctive message for the world.” – N. B. Hardeman, preface to Tabernacle Sermons, Vol.1, 1922

“For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God.” – Acts 20:27

A Straight Line in a Crooked World In a book about historical figures, Jeff O’Leary described Sir Thomas More (1478-1535), an English lawyer, scholar, and statesman as “a straight stick in a crooked world.” I immediately thought of how that this should describe Christians.

To the saints at Philippi, Paul wrote, “That ye may be blame- less and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world; holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain” (Philippians 2:15; ef. Deuteronomy 32:5). Please note that these saints were living in a crooked and perverse world. Crooked means bent, curved, or twisted. It is from the Greek word skolios. You may have heard of scoliosis, the medical condition which involves an abnormal curvature or misalignment of the spine. The saints at Philippi were living in a morally bent and spiritually twisted world. Their world was filled with darkness and soot. In the midst of this world, they were to shine as lights and to be without spot (Matthew 5:14-16; James 1:27).

Peter wrote, “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priest-hood, a holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light” (1 Peter 2:9). Please note that these saints had been called out of darkness. They were supposed to be pecuiliar or different. They were supposed to be holy.

Obviously, our world is much like that described by Paul and Peter. It is crooked and perverse and dark. As Christians, we must not bend to it. We must stand strong (Ephesians 6:10-17). We must be a straight line in a crooked world. – Wade Webster.

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PRAYER LIST
Charlie Brown’s eye surgery went well. Jack Armstrong is A-Okay after his test showed no problems. Jimmy Mooney does have cancer of the liver.
Rick Ramsey will also have tests this month. Muriel McMillion is having heart problems and will have tests this week. Also pray fervently for the Tyson family.

Continue to remember:

Sylvia McMillion; Mary Ruth Percival; R. C. Bell; Jim Birkhead; Lois Rodriquez; Jimmy Mooney’s mother, Dorothy.

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; Nancy Lindley; Pat Mitchell; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Vernon Percival; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala; Dan Sherbit; Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: August 8, 2010

Bible Study 58 Offering: $2,382.00

Morning Worship: 86 Budget: $2,893.27

Afternoon Worship: 49 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 8/4 -30 ———–

SYMPATHY

We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family and friends of Mamie Maarschalk. Mamie passed away Friday, August 6, 2010. Her funeral was Tuesday, August 9 at Laurel Land Funeral Home officiated by Wes Price. She was a wonderful Christian lady that will be missed so much.

We want to offer our much love and sympathy to Jimmy Morris and family. Jimmy’s sister, Geneva Wyatt of San Antonio, passed away Tuesday evening. Funeral arrangements are pending.

———– . “Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong

I’m looking forward to hearing some good news when I go in Friday, August 6th, for a CAT SCAN, but if it turn’s out not to be good news, we’ll handle that too! As Wes has pointed out many times in the past we should go into everything we do with the thought in our minds…”Let your will be done Oh, Lord.” The very two best examples I know for this are Wes Pice and Rick Ramsey. If we could all learn to turn it over to the Lord. But not just those two have that frame of mind. Ruth Manning called yesterday to see how things are going, and to wish me well. We talked about that very thing, as have many of you here at the JBCoC.

We had a large crowd to go over to El Fenix on Sunday. Roger and Linda, Wes and Alma Faye went too, and made it a great get together! We’ve said before and I’ll say again, how great it is to have a wonderful church family to be with and to do things together and to fall back on when things get a little down.

We were so happy Cloyce and Kay Jurecka were able to be there when Wes was able to stand up there at the podium and make his wonderful offer of thanks to all and to recognize those who had been such a help in helping him get through the terrible ordeal.

Every one be sure and look at the “Southwest Now” magazine for the month of September because Oleta and I are going to be there with a story about our get together (fifteen years ago) and some things that have taken place since. I didn’t know when I married Oleta she was such a celebrity! Since I’m not quite up to par I’m going to cut this one a little short. I just want all to know how much I’ve enjoyed writing these little columns, and visiting with you all these years.

We’ll see you next time the Good Lord Willing. We pray all our sick and shut-ins are doing much better.

Thanks to all of you wonderful folks for your prayers, words of encouragement, calls and cards during my recent health scare. Ya’ll all are the greatest! Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful) =============================================== REMEMBER THE SACK SUPPER – THIS EVENING, 8/15/2010 AFTER THE 5:00 P.M. SERVICE – PLEASE COME !!!

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 has 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 worked 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

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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)

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

————-

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)

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)

Here and There by Wes Price
I have delayed returning to this column for at least two weeks because I couldn’t think of how to express my thanks to this church and its members for the marvelous way you have touched my life and those in my family over these past months with prayers, cards, visits and other ways. There is simply no way to adequately say “Thank You!” Needless to say, your prayers have been honored by our Heavenly Father for my preservation and improve-ment and though a lot of progress has been made, there is still more ahead of me. I have no doubt that you will continue to keep me and my wife in your prayers for this difficult journey ahead.

And speaking of my wife, I would not have survived this ordeal without her everpresent help. Her daily vigil, not known to me for the time I spent in ICU, was a demonstration to all who came to visit of her love and affection. Our son came from Hawaii for several days to assist in the nightly vigils along with his sisters and their mates. I only am aware of these times because of what they tell me. If what they tell me is true and I have no doubt that it is, then I must have been in fragile and precarious state of health. I am so grateful that God gave me such a wonderful family.

With this return to the bulletin, I’m not sure when I will be able to return to the pulpit, but I am hoping that I will be able to preach on Sunday morning, August 1. It has been a source of great confidence to know that Roger has been here so faithfully during my absence and I know that he will continue to be available as long as we need him.
Along with all the other expressions of gratitude I’ve tried to express, let me also speak personally of Jacob Locke and James Schoolfield who carried on the work of Jefferson Boulevard and kept everything running smoothly. If ever there was a time when I felt indispensable, this long absence has proven me wrong. The fact of the matter is, I have wondered ………well…….. maybe I hadn’t better go any further in that direction. To say the least, I have been profoundly thankful for all who had an active part in keeping me in your prayers and helping carry on the work of the congregation in my absence. God bless all of you for your loyal service to Him.
————-
It was my sad duty this past week to conduct a brief graveside service in memory of our beloved Evelyn Dillon. We were in Charlton Hospital for a brief time together and I had the privilege of visiting with her in her room on two occasions. I’ll never forget the expression on her face when she recognized who I was. Her smile did me more good than the medicine I had taken. We shall miss that lovely smile, but it won’t be a permanent loss. If we follow her lead, we’ll get to see it again and again. Thank God for her life of faith.

If you would like to send a card to Sherry Reynolds, daughter of
Evelyn Dillon, the address is below. Evelyn’s graveside service was Wednesday, July 21, 2010:
Dale & Sherry Reynolds
905 Country Creek Lane
Red Oak, TX 75154
================================================
Put Them In Circulation
During the reign of Oliver Cromwell, the British government began to run low on silver for coins. Lord Cromwell sent his men to the local cathedral to see if they could find any precious metal there. After investigating, they reported, “The only silver we can find is in the statues of the saints standing in the corners.”
To which the radical soldier and statesman of England replied: “Good! We’ll melt down the saints and put them in circulation!” That brief but direct order states the essence of the practical goal of authentic Christianity: Not rows of silver saints crammed into the corners of cathedrals, but melted saints circu- lating through the mainstream of humanity….On campuses where students can carve through the varnish of shallow answers. In the shop where employees test the mettle of every- day Christianity. At home with a house full of kids, where R&R means run and wrestle. In the concrete battlegrounds of sales competition, seasonal conventions, and sexual temptations, where hard-core assaults are made on internal character. On the hospital bed, where reality never takes a nap. In the office, where diligence and honesty are forever on the scaffold. On the team where patience and self-control are checked out. The cost factor of being a saint occurs on Monday and Tuesday and throughout the week. That’s when we’re “melted down and put in circulation.” “Sunday religion” may seem sufficient, but it isn’t. And pity the person who counts on it to get him through. – - Dallas Seminary Daily Devotional

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three time a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.

Ann Schoolfield will be going for eye tests this week.

Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She hopes to be back with us in about 3 weeks.

Jimmy Mooney is ready to begin his chemo treatments this week.

Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.

Ben Pekins’ daughter, Karlyn Sugg, had emergency blood transfu-
sions this past week. She is now taking Vitamin B-12 shots daily.

Sylvia & Muriel McMillion have taken a trip to California to visit with their cousin Carol and her husband Pete Diamond. He is doing quite well at this time. We pray for their safe return.

Continue to remember:

Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez; Dale & Sherry Reynolds and Larry Stovall
Let us all continue to pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Kathy Berry; 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 18, 2010

Bible Study 59 Offering: $3,354.00

Morning Worship: 94 Budget: $2,893.27

Afternoon Worship: 44 Wed. Eve. Bible Study – 7/14 – NC ————- : ADDRESS RETRACTION FOR CARMEN RICH: 1310 Winding Brook Lane #107 Dallas, Dallas, TX 75208 ————-

We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family of Evelyn Dillon. Evelyn passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010 at the age of 95. Visitation for Evelyn was held at Jeter Funeral Home followed by graveside at Laurel Land conducted by Wes Price. What a wonderful Christian lady she was and beautiful in every way. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grand- mother and she will be missed so very much by all.

“Looking Forward – by Jack Armstrong What a grand sight it was on 7/11/2010 to see Wes and Alma Faye there in their second row seats at worship service on Sunday morning. I talked with him on Monday and he said it wore him out, but it sure was great to see everyone and to just be there with us! We all love you and are looking forward to you getting back with us for good!!

On this past Sunday evening I witnessed one of the most amazing revelations (as I’m sure you did too) from Bro. Roger Owen, who opened up his heart to us and revealed things that happened to he and his family and his experience as a youth minister and pulpit minister for the past 25 or 30 years. The point of his lesson was I’m sure that no matter how bad or how hard it gets the Good Lord is there and ready to help his folks out of a bad situation, and also there for the good times as well. I thought a lot of Bro. Roger before, and now I think even more of him after his revelation of his life. It takes a fine Christian to go through what he did and still be a strong working Christian he he is, and what a wonderful attitude he has. That lesson was one of the most informative I believe I’ve ever heard. Somewhere, some congregation will get a fine man for their pulpit, and I would hope there might be some way we could keep him here with us to help Bro. Wes out until he gets strong again. You don’t run into talent such as his every day.

There is no doubt in my mind that Bro. Wes is up and walking after all those days in intensive care and the regular room, because of lots of fervent meaningful prayers from lots of folks all over, as Larry said to me…”Dad he has to get through it, because he is full of God!”

It was so good to see our dear friends Alleta Smith and her beautiful daughter, Debbie and granddaughter Hallie there on July 11th . We’re sorry Hal Smith couldn’t have been there with them. We were all real close at the old Mt. View congregtion some 20+ years ago.

On Mondays while school is out Oleta and I have Angie’s youngest daughter, Sydney come and stay with us. She is nine years old and believe me when you get this age, trying to stay up with a nine year old gets a little tedious, but we love her dearly, and try to keep her entertained as best we can.

We haven’t heard from Addie Bennett in a while and sure hope she is doing better. Folks if you get a chance, sit down and drop our sick and shut-ins a little note. I know it will brighten their days! If you don’t know who to write, check with Charlie and Nadine Brown. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price
I have delayed returning to this column for at least two weeks because I couldn’t think of how to express my thanks to this church and its members for the marvelous way you have touched my life and those in my family over these past months with prayers, cards, visits and other ways. There is simply no way to adequately say “Thank You!” Needless to say, your prayers have been honored by our Heavenly Father for my preservation and improve-ment and though a lot of progress has been made, there is still more ahead of me. I have no doubt that you will continue to keep me and my wife in your prayers for this difficult journey ahead.
And speaking of my wife, I would not have survived this ordeal without her everpresent help. Her daily vigil, not known to me for the time I spent in ICU, was a demonstration to all who came to visit of her love and affection. Our son came from Hawaii for several days to assist in the nightly vigils along with his sisters and their mates. I only am aware of these times because of what they tell me. If what they tell me is true and I have no doubt that it is, then I must have been in fragile and precarious state of health. I am so grateful that God gave me such a wonderful family. With this return to the bulletin, I’m not sure when I will be able to return to the pulpit, but I am hoping that I will be able to preach on Sunday morning, August 1. It has been a source of great confidence to know that Roger has been here so faithfully during my absence and I know that he will continue to be available as long as we need him.
Along with all the other expressions of gratitude I’ve tried to express, let me also speak personally of Jacob Locke and James Schoolfield who carried on the work of Jefferson Boulevard and kept everything running smoothly. If ever there was a time when I felt indispensable, this long absence has proven me wrong. The fact of the matter is, I have wondered ………well…….. maybe I hadn’t better go any further in that direction. To say the least, I have been profoundly thankful for all who had an active part in keeping me in your prayers and helping carry on the work of the congregation in my absence. God bless all of you for your loyal service to Him.
————-
It was my sad duty this past week to conduct a brief graveside service in memory of our beloved Evelyn Dillon. We were in Charlton Hospital for a brief time together and I had the privilege of visiting with her in her room on two occasions. I’ll never forget the expression on her face when she recognized who I was. Her smile did me more good than the medicine I had taken. We shall miss that lovely smile, but it won’t be a permanent loss. If we follow her lead, we’ll get to see it again and again. Thank God for her life of faith.

If you would like to send a card to Sherry Reynolds, daughter of
Evelyn Dillon, the address is below. Evelyn’s graveside service was Wednesday, July 21, 2010:
Dale & Sherry Reynolds
905 Country Creek Lane
Red Oak, TX 75154
================================================
Put Them In Circulation
During the reign of Oliver Cromwell, the British government began to run low on silver for coins. Lord Cromwell sent his men to the local cathedral to see if they could find any precious metal there. After investigating, they reported, “The only silver we can find is in the statues of the saints standing in the corners.”
To which the radical soldier and statesman of England replied: “Good! We’ll melt down the saints and put them in circulation!” That brief but direct order states the essence of the practical goal of authentic Christianity: Not rows of silver saints crammed into the corners of cathedrals, but melted saints circu- lating through the mainstream of humanity….On campuses where students can carve through the varnish of shallow answers. In the shop where employees test the mettle of every- day Christianity. At home with a house full of kids, where R&R means run and wrestle. In the concrete battlegrounds of sales competition, seasonal conventions, and sexual temptations, where hard-core assaults are made on internal character. On the hospital bed, where reality never takes a nap. In the office, where diligence and honesty are forever on the scaffold. On the team where patience and self-control are checked out. The cost factor of being a saint occurs on Monday and Tuesday and throughout the week. That’s when we’re “melted down and put in circulation.” “Sunday religion” may seem sufficient, but it isn’t. And pity the person who counts on it to get him through.

– - Dallas Seminary Daily Devotional

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three time a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.
Ann Schoolfield will be going for eye tests this week.
Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She hopes to be back with us in about 3 weeks.
Jimmy Mooney is ready to begin his chemo treatments this week.
Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.
Ben Pekins’ daughter, Karlyn Sugg, had emergency blood transfu-
sions this past week. She is now taking Vitamin B-12 shots daily.
Sylvia & Muriel McMillion have taken a trip to California to visit with their cousin Carol and her husband Pete Diamond. He is doing quite well at this time. We pray for their safe return.

Continue to remember:

Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez; Dale & Sherry Reynolds and Larry Stovall
Let us all continue to pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Kathy Berry; 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 18, 2010

Bible Study 59 Offering: $3,354.00

Morning Worship: 94 Budget: $2,893.27

Afternoon Worship: 44 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 7/14 – NC

————-

ADDRESS RETRACTION FOR CARMEN RICH: 1310 Winding Brook Lane #107 Dallas, TX 75208

————-

We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family of Evelyn Dillon. Evelyn passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010 at the age of 95. Visitation for Evelyn was held at Jeter Funeral Home followed by graveside at Laurel Land conducted by Wes Price. What a wonderful Christian lady she was and beautiful in every way. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grand- mother and she will be missed so very much by all.

“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong

What a grand sight it was on 7/11/2010 to see Wes and Alma Faye there in their second row seats at worship service on Sunday morning. I talked with him on Monday and he said it wore him out, but it sure was great to see everyone and to just be there with us! We all love you and are looking forward to you getting back with us for good!!

On this past Sunday evening I witnessed one of the most amazing revelations (as I’m sure you did too) from Bro. Roger Owen, who opened up his heart to us and revealed things that happened to he and his family and his experience as a youth minister and pulpit minister for the past 25 or 30 years. The point of his lesson was I’m sure that no matter how bad or how hard it gets the Good Lord is there and ready to help his folks out of a bad situation, and also there for the good times as well. I thought a lot of Bro. Roger before, and now I think even more of him after his revelation of his life. It takes a fine Christian to go through what he did and still be a strong working Christian he he is, and what a wonderful attitude he has. That lesson was one of the most informative I believe I’ve ever heard. Somewhere, some congregation will get a fine man for their pulpit, and I would hope there might be some way we could keep him here with us to help Bro. Wes out until he gets strong again. You don’t run into talent such as his every day.

There is no doubt in my mind that Bro. Wes is up and walking after all those days in intensive care and the regular room, because of lots of fervent meaningful prayers from lots of folks all over, as Larry said to me…”Dad he has to get through it, because he is full of God!”

It was so good to see our dear friends Alleta Smith and her beautiful daughter, Debbie and granddaughter Hallie there on July 11th. We’re sorry Hal Smith couldn’t have been there with them. We were all real close at the old Mt. View congregtion some 20+ years ago.

On Mondays while school is out Oleta and I have Angie’s youngest daughter, Sydney come and stay with us. She is nine years old and believe me when you get this age, trying to stay up with a nine year old gets a little tedious, but we love her dearly, and try to keep her entertained as best we can.

We haven’t heard from Addie Bennett in a while and sure hope she is doing better.

Folks if you get a chance, sit down and drop our sick and shut-ins a little note. I know it will brighten their days! If you don’t know who to write, check with Charlie and Nadine Brown.

Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price
I have delayed returning to this column for at least two weeks because I couldn’t think of how to express my thanks to this church and its members for the marvelous way you have touched my life and those in my family over these past months with prayers, cards, visits and other ways. There is simply no way to adequately say “Thank You!” Needless to say, your prayers have been honored by our Heavenly Father for my preservation and improve-ment and though a lot of progress has been made, there is still more ahead of me. I have no doubt that you will continue to keep me and my wife in your prayers for this difficult journey ahead.
And speaking of my wife, I would not have survived this ordeal without her everpresent help. Her daily vigil, not known to me for the time I spent in ICU, was a demonstration to all who came to visit of her love and affection. Our son came from Hawaii for several days to assist in the nightly vigils along with his sisters and their mates. I only am aware of these times because of what they tell me. If what they tell me is true and I have no doubt that it is, then I must have been in fragile and precarious state of health. I am so grateful that God gave me such a wonderful family. With this return to the bulletin, I’m not sure when I will be able to return to the pulpit, but I am hoping that I will be able to preach on Sunday morning, August 1. It has been a source of great confidence to know that Roger has been here so faithfully during my absence and I know that he will continue to be available as long as we need him.
Along with all the other expressions of gratitude I’ve tried to express, let me also speak personally of Jacob Locke and James Schoolfield who carried on the work of Jefferson Boulevard and kept everything running smoothly. If ever there was a time when I felt indispensable, this long absence has proven me wrong. The fact of the matter is, I have wondered ………well…….. maybe I hadn’t better go any further in that direction. To say the least, I have been profoundly thankful for all who had an active part in keeping me in your prayers and helping carry on the work of the congregation in my absence. God bless all of you for your loyal service to Him.
————-
It was my sad duty this past week to conduct a brief graveside service in memory of our beloved Evelyn Dillon. We were in Charlton Hospital for a brief time together and I had the privilege of visiting with her in her room on two occasions. I’ll never forget the expression on her face when she recognized who I was. Her smile did me more good than the medicine I had taken. We shall miss that lovely smile, but it won’t be a permanent loss. If we follow her lead, we’ll get to see it again and again. Thank God for her life of faith.

If you would like to send a card to Sherry Reynolds, daughter of
Evelyn Dillon, the address is below. Evelyn’s graveside service was Wednesday, July 21, 2010:
Dale & Sherry Reynolds
905 Country Creek Lane
Red Oak, TX 75154
================================================
Put Them In Circulation
During the reign of Oliver Cromwell, the British government began to run low on silver for coins. Lord Cromwell sent his men to the local cathedral to see if they could find any precious metal there. After investigating, they reported, “The only silver we can find is in the statues of the saints standing in the corners.”
To which the radical soldier and statesman of England replied: “Good! We’ll melt down the saints and put them in circulation!” That brief but direct order states the essence of the practical goal of authentic Christianity: Not rows of silver saints crammed into the corners of cathedrals, but melted saints circu- lating through the mainstream of humanity….On campuses where students can carve through the varnish of shallow answers. In the shop where employees test the mettle of every- day Christianity. At home with a house full of kids, where R&R means run and wrestle. In the concrete battlegrounds of sales competition, seasonal conventions, and sexual temptations, where hard-core assaults are made on internal character. On the hospital bed, where reality never takes a nap. In the office, where diligence and honesty are forever on the scaffold. On the team where patience and self-control are checked out. The cost factor of being a saint occurs on Monday and Tuesday and throughout the week. That’s when we’re “melted down and put in circulation.” “Sunday religion” may seem sufficient, but it isn’t. And pity the person who counts on it to get him through.

– - Dallas Seminary Daily Devotional

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three time a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.
Ann Schoolfield will be going for eye tests this week.
Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She hopes to be back with us in about 3 weeks.
Jimmy Mooney is ready to begin his chemo treatments this week.
Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.
Ben Pekins’ daughter, Karlyn Sugg, had emergency blood transfu-
sions this past week. She is now taking Vitamin B-12 shots daily.
Sylvia & Muriel McMillion have taken a trip to California to visit with their cousin Carol and her husband Pete Diamond. He is doing quite well at this time. We pray for their safe return.

Continue to remember:

Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez; Dale & Sherry Reynolds and Larry Stovall
Let us all continue to pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Kathy Berry; 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 18, 2010

Bible Study 59 Offering: $3,354.00

Morning Worship: 94 Budget: $2,893.27

Afternoon Worship: 44 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 7/14 – NC

————- :

ADDRESS RETRACTION FOR CARMEN RICH: 1310 Winding Brook Lane #107 Dallas, TX 75208

————-

We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family of Evelyn Dillon. Evelyn passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010 at the age of 95. Visitation for Evelyn was held at Jeter Funeral Home followed by graveside at Laurel Land conducted by Wes Price. What a wonderful Christian lady she was and beautiful in every way. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grand- mother and will be missed so very much by all.

“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong

What a grand sight it was on 7/11/2010 to see Wes and Alma Faye there in their second row seats at worship service on Sunday morning. I talked with him on Monday and he said it wore him out, but it sure was great to see everyone and to just be there with us! We all love you and are looking forward to you getting back with us for good!!

On this past Sunday evening I witnessed one of the most amazing revelations (as I’m sure you did too) from Bro. Roger Owen, who opened up his heart to us and revealed things that happened to he and his family and his experience as a youth minister and pulpit minister for the past 25 or 30 years. The point of his lesson was I’m sure that no matter how bad or how hard it gets the Good Lord is there and ready to help his folks out of a bad situation, and also there for the good times as well. I thought a lot of Bro. Roger before, and now I think even more of him after his revelation of his life. It takes a fine Christian to go through what he did and still be a strong working Christian he he is, and what a wonderful attitude he has. That lesson was one of the most informative I believe I’ve ever heard. Somewhere, some congregation will get a fine man for their pulpit, and I would hope there might be some way we could keep him here with us to help Bro. Wes out until he gets strong again. You don’t run into talent such as his every day. There is no doubt in my mind that Bro. Wes is up and walking after all those days in intensive care and the regular room, because of lots of fervent meaningful prayers from lots of folks all over, as Larry said to me…”Dad he has to get through it, because he is full of God!”

It was so good to see our dear friends Alleta Smith and her beautiful daughter, Debbie and granddaughter Hallie there on July 11th . We’re sorry Hal Smith couldn’t have been there with them. We were all real close at the old Mt. View congregtion some 20+ years ago.

On Mondays while school is out Oleta and I have Angie’s youngest daughter, Sydney come and stay with us. She is nine years old and believe me when you get this age, trying to stay up with a nine year old gets a little tedious, but we love her dearly, and try to keep her entertained as best we can.

We haven’t heard from Addie Bennett in a while and sure hope she is doing better.

Folks if you get a chance, sit down and drop our sick and shut-ins a little note. I know it will brighten their days! If you don’t know who to write, check with Charlie and Nadine Brown.

Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price
I have delayed returning to this column for at least two weeks because I couldn’t think of how to express my thanks to this church and its members for the marvelous way you have touched my life and those in my family over these past months with prayers, cards, visits and other ways. There is simply no way to adequately say “Thank You!” Needless to say, your prayers have been honored by our Heavenly Father for my preservation and improve-ment and though a lot of progress has been made, there is still more ahead of me. I have no doubt that you will continue to keep me and my wife in your prayers for this difficult journey ahead.
And speaking of my wife, I would not have survived this ordeal without her everpresent help. Her daily vigil, not known to me for the time I spent in ICU, was a demonstration to all who came to visit of her love and affection. Our son came from Hawaii for several days to assist in the nightly vigils along with his sisters and their mates. I only am aware of these times because of what they tell me. If what they tell me is true and I have no doubt that it is, then I must have been in fragile and precarious state of health. I am so grateful that God gave me such a wonderful family. With this return to the bulletin, I’m not sure when I will be able to return to the pulpit, but I am hoping that I will be able to preach on Sunday morning, August 1. It has been a source of great confidence to know that Roger has been here so faithfully during my absence and I know that he will continue to be available as long as we need him.
Along with all the other expressions of gratitude I’ve tried to express, let me also speak personally of Jacob Locke and James Schoolfield who carried on the work of Jefferson Boulevard and kept everything running smoothly. If ever there was a time when I felt indispensable, this long absence has proven me wrong. The fact of the matter is, I have wondered ………well…….. maybe I hadn’t better go any further in that direction. To say the least, I have been profoundly thankful for all who had an active part in keeping me in your prayers and helping carry on the work of the congregation in my absence. God bless all of you for your loyal service to Him.
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It was my sad duty this past week to conduct a brief graveside service in memory of our beloved Evelyn Dillon. We were in Charlton Hospital for a brief time together and I had the privilege of visiting with her in her room on two occasions. I’ll never forget the expression on her face when she recognized who I was. Her smile did me more good than the medicine I had taken. We shall miss that lovely smile, but it won’t be a permanent loss. If we follow her lead, we’ll get to see it again and again. Thank God for her life of faith.

If you would like to send a card to Sherry Reynolds, daughter of
Evelyn Dillon, the address is below. Evelyn’s graveside service was Wednesday, July 21, 2010:
Dale & Sherry Reynolds
905 Country Creek Lane
Red Oak, TX 75154
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Put Them In Circulation
During the reign of Oliver Cromwell, the British government began to run low on silver for coins. Lord Cromwell sent his men to the local cathedral to see if they could find any precious metal there. After investigating, they reported, “The only silver we can find is in the statues of the saints standing in the corners.”
To which the radical soldier and statesman of England replied: “Good! We’ll melt down the saints and put them in circulation!” That brief but direct order states the essence of the practical goal of authentic Christianity: Not rows of silver saints crammed into the corners of cathedrals, but melted saints circu- lating through the mainstream of humanity….On campuses where students can carve through the varnish of shallow answers. In the shop where employees test the mettle of every- day Christianity. At home with a house full of kids, where R&R means run and wrestle. In the concrete battlegrounds of sales competition, seasonal conventions, and sexual temptations, where hard-core assaults are made on internal character. On the hospital bed, where reality never takes a nap. In the office, where diligence and honesty are forever on the scaffold. On the team where patience and self-control are checked out. The cost factor of being a saint occurs on Monday and Tuesday and throughout the week. That’s when we’re “melted down and put in circulation.” “Sunday religion” may seem sufficient, but it isn’t. And pity the person who counts on it to get him through. – -

Dallas Seminary Daily Devotional

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three time a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.
Ann Schoolfield will be going for eye tests this week.
Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She hopes to be back with us in about 3 weeks.
Jimmy Mooney is ready to begin his chemo treatments this week.
Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.
Ben Pekins’ daughter, Karlyn Sugg, had emergency blood transfu-
sions this past week. She is now taking Vitamin B-12 shots daily.
Sylvia & Muriel McMillion have taken a trip to California to visit with their cousin Carol and her husband Pete Diamond. He is doing quite well at this time. We pray for their safe return.

Continue to remember:

Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez; Dale & Sherry Reynolds and Larry Stovall
Let us all continue to pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Kathy Berry; 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 18, 2010

Bible Study 59 Offering: $3,354.00 Morning Worship: 94 Budget: $2,893.27 Afternoon Worship: 44 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 7/14 – NC ————- :

ADDRESS RETRACTION FOR CARMEN RICH: 1310 Winding Brook Lane #107 Dallas, TX 75208

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We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family of Evelyn Dillon. Evelyn passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010 at the age of 95. Visitation for Evelyn was held at Jeter Funeral Home followed by graveside at Laurel Land conducted by Wes Price. What a wonderful Christian lady she was and beautiful in every way. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grand- mother and she will be missed so very much by all.

“Looking Forward”

by Jack Armstrong

What a grand sight it was on 7/11/2010 to see Wes and Alma Faye there in their second row seats at worship service on Sunday morning. I talked with him on Monday and he said it wore him out, but it sure was great to see everyone and to just be there with us! We all love you and are looking forward to you getting back with us for good!!

On this past Sunday evening I witnessed one of the most amazing revelations (as I’m sure you did too) from Bro. Roger Owen, who opened up his heart to us and revealed things that happened to he and his family and his experience as a youth minister and pulpit minister for the past 25 or 30 years. The point of his lesson was I’m sure that no matter how bad or how hard it gets the Good Lord is there and ready to help his folks out of a bad situation, and also there for the good times as well. I thought a lot of Bro. Roger before, and now I think even more of him after his revelation of his life. It takes a fine Christian to go through what he did and still be a strong working Christian he he is, and what a wonderful attitude he has. That lesson was one of the most informative I believe I’ve ever heard. Somewhere, some congregation will get a fine man for their pulpit, and I would hope there might be some way we could keep him here with us to help Bro. Wes out until he gets strong again. You don’t run into talent such as his every day.

There is no doubt in my mind that Bro. Wes is up and walking after all those days in intensive care and the regular room, because of lots of fervent meaningful prayers from lots of folks all over, as Larry said to me…”Dad he has to get through it, because he is full of God!”

It was so good to see our dear friends Alleta Smith and her beautiful daughter, Debbie and granddaughter Hallie there on July 11th . We’re sorry Hal Smith couldn’t have been there with them. We were all real close at the old Mt. View congregtion some 20+ years ago.

On Mondays while school is out Oleta and I have Angie’s youngest daughter, Sydney come and stay with us. She is nine years old and believe me when you get this age, trying to stay up with a nine year old gets a little tedious, but we love her dearly, and try to keep her entertained as best we can.

We haven’t heard from Addie Bennett in a while and sure hope she is doing better. Folks if you get a chance, sit down and drop our sick and shut-ins a little note. I know it will brighten their days! If you don’t know who to write, check with Charlie and Nadine Brown.

Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price
I have delayed returning to this column for at least two weeks because I couldn’t think of how to express my thanks to this church and its members for the marvelous way you have touched my life and those in my family over these past months with prayers, cards, visits and other ways. There is simply no way to adequately say “Thank You!” Needless to say, your prayers have been honored by our Heavenly Father for my preservation and improve-ment and though a lot of progress has been made, there is still more ahead of me. I have no doubt that you will continue to keep me and my wife in your prayers for this difficult journey ahead.

And speaking of my wife, I would not have survived this ordeal without her everpresent help. Her daily vigil, not known to me for the time I spent in ICU, was a demonstration to all who came to visit of her love and affection. Our son came from Hawaii for several days to assist in the nightly vigils along with his sisters and their mates. I only am aware of these times because of what they tell me. If what they tell me is true and I have no doubt that it is, then I must have been in fragile and precarious state of health. I am so grateful that God gave me such a wonderful family.

With this return to the bulletin, I’m not sure when I will be able to return to the pulpit, but I am hoping that I will be able to preach on Sunday morning, August 1. It has been a source of great confidence to know that Roger has been here so faithfully during my absence and I know that he will continue to be available as long as we need him.

Along with all the other expressions of gratitude I’ve tried to express, let me also speak personally of Jacob Locke and James Schoolfield who carried on the work of Jefferson Boulevard and kept everything running smoothly. If ever there was a time when I felt indispensable, this long absence has proven me wrong. The fact of the matter is, I have wondered ………well…….. maybe I hadn’t better go any further in that direction. To say the least, I have been profoundly thankful for all who had an active part in keeping me in your prayers and helping carry on the work of the congregation in my absence. God bless all of you for your loyal service to Him.
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It was my sad duty this past week to conduct a brief graveside service in memory of our beloved Evelyn Dillon. We were in Charlton Hospital for a brief time together and I had the privilege of visiting with her in her room on two occasions. I’ll never forget the expression on her face when she recognized who I was. Her smile did me more good than the medicine I had taken. We shall miss that lovely smile, but it won’t be a permanent loss. If we follow her lead, we’ll get to see it again and again. Thank God for her life of faith.

If you would like to send a card to Sherry Reynolds, daughter of
Evelyn Dillon, the address is below. Evelyn’s graveside service was Wednesday, July 21, 2010:
Dale & Sherry Reynolds
905 Country Creek Lane
Red Oak, TX 75154
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Put Them In Circulation
During the reign of Oliver Cromwell, the British government began to run low on silver for coins. Lord Cromwell sent his men to the local cathedral to see if they could find any precious metal there. After investigating, they reported, “The only silver we can find is in the statues of the saints standing in the corners.”
To which the radical soldier and statesman of England replied: “Good! We’ll melt down the saints and put them in circulation!”

That brief but direct order states the essence of the practical goal of authentic Christianity: Not rows of silver saints crammed into the corners of cathedrals, but melted saints circu- lating through the mainstream of humanity….On campuses where students can carve through the varnish of shallow answers. In the shop where employees test the mettle of every- day Christianity. At home with a house full of kids, where R&R means run and wrestle. In the concrete battlegrounds of sales competition, seasonal conventions, and sexual temptations, where hard-core assaults are made on internal character. On the hospital bed, where reality never takes a nap. In the office, where diligence and honesty are forever on the scaffold. On the team where patience and self-control are checked out.

The cost factor of being a saint occurs on Monday and Tuesday and throughout the week. That’s when we’re “melted down and put in circulation.” “Sunday religion” may seem sufficient, but it isn’t. And pity the person who counts on it to get him through. – - Dallas Seminary Daily Devotional

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is getting stronger. He does rehab three time a week, and at times is able to be back working in the church office during the week.

Ann Schoolfield will be going for eye tests this week.

Oleta Landin is slowly recovering from eye surgery. She hopes to be back with us in about 3 weeks.

Jimmy Mooney is ready to begin his chemo treatments this week.

Jim Birkhead, Elaine Birkhead’s husband, is home and improving.

Ben Pekins’ daughter, Karlyn Sugg, had emergency blood transfu-
sions this past week. She is now taking Vitamin B-12 shots daily.

Sylvia & Muriel McMillion have taken a trip to California to visit with their cousin Carol and her husband Pete Diamond. He is doing quite well at this time. We pray for their safe return.

Continue to remember: Mary Ruth Percival; Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell; Lois Rodriquez; Dale & Sherry Reynolds and Larry Stovall
Let us all continue to pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Donna Denise Allen; George Bailey; Addie Bennett; Kathy Berry; 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 18, 2010 Bible Study 59 Offering: $3,354.00 Morning Worship: 94 Budget: $2,893.27 Afternoon Worship: 44 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 7/14 – NC ———— :

ADDRESS RETRACTION FOR CARMEN RICH: 1310 Winding Brook Lane #107 Dallas, TX 75208

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We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family of Evelyn Dillon. Evelyn passed away Saturday, July 17, 2010 at the age of 95. Visitation for Evelyn was held at Jeter Funeral Home followed by graveside at Laurel Land conducted by Wes Price. What a wonderful Christian lady she was and beautiful in every way. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grand- mother and she will be missed so very much by all.

“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong What a grand sight it was on 7/11/2010 to see Wes and Alma Faye there in their second row seats at worship service on Sunday morning. I talked with him on Monday and he said it wore him out, but it sure was great to see everyone and to just be there with us! We all love you and are looking forward to you getting back with us for good!!

On this past Sunday evening I witnessed one of the most amazing revelations (as I’m sure you did too) from Bro. Roger Owen, who opened up his heart to us and revealed things that happened to he and his family and his experience as a youth minister and pulpit minister for the past 25 or 30 years. The point of his lesson was I’m sure that no matter how bad or how hard it gets the Good Lord is there and ready to help his folks out of a bad situation, and also there for the good times as well. I thought a lot of Bro. Roger before, and now I think even more of him after his revelation of his life. It takes a fine Christian to go through what he did and still be a strong working Christian he is, and what a wonderful attitude he has. That lesson was one of the most informative I believe I’ve ever heard. Somewhere, some congregation will get a fine man for their pulpit, and I would hope there might be some way we could keep him here with us to help Bro. Wes out until he gets strong again. You don’t run into talent such as his every day.

There is no doubt in my mind that Bro. Wes is up and walking after all those days in intensive care and the regular room, because of lots of fervent meaningful prayers from lots of folks all over, as Larry said to me…”Dad he has to get through it, because he is full of God!”

It was so good to see our dear friends Alleta Smith and her beautiful daughter, Debbie and granddaughter Hallie there on July 11th . We’re sorry Hal Smith couldn’t have been there with them. We were all real close at the old Mt. View congregtion some 20+ years ago.

On Mondays while school is out Oleta and I have Angie’s youngest daughter, Sydney come and stay with us. She is nine years old and believe me when you get this age, trying to stay up with a nine year old gets a little tedious, but we love her dearly, and try to keep her entertained as best we can.

We haven’t heard from Addie Bennett in a while and sure hope she is doing better. Folks if you get a chance, sit down and drop our sick and shut-ins a little note. I know it will brighten their days! If you don’t know who to write, check with Charlie and Nadine Brown. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price will resume when Wes recovers from surgery. We pray he will be back with us soon. =========================================
Roger Owen

Have you ever met any “pecuiliar” people in your lifetime? (Besides me?) What kind of people were they? Were they “good” people or “bad”? “Normal” or “not all there”? Did you like being with them or dislike being with them? How did you view them? What did you think of them?

“Pecuiliar” is a strang word to me, and I guess that fits since most of us would use the word “strange” as a synonym for “pecuiliar”. I mentioned in the sermon last Sunday that I am kind of a “non-conformist” when it comes to following the crowd. I avoid crowds. I drive the back roads. I drive the speed limit – whatever it is – no matter how fast everyone else is driving. I obey rules when it seems to me no one else does. I take the grocery cart to its designated place in stead of leaving it in the middle of the parking lot like most everyone else does. I have been referred to as “weird”, “strange”, “odd”, “different”, etc. by a lot of folks, but I can’t seem to recall anyone ever telling me I am a “pecuiliar” person to my face!

So, I ask again, is it good or bad to be pecuiliar? I see folks stressing over blending in with the crowd. I see folks wanting to be just like everyone else. “Normal” seems to be the description of anyone who is just like the majority – not different in any sense, and this seems to be the goal of most people. No one wants to “stick out like a sore thumb” or be noticed unless they are a severe egomaniac. Everyone wants to be just like everyone else. A third time I ask, is this good or bad?

I guess it depends on what the other people are doing, how the other people are acting, or what the other people are saying. Compared to the majority of people, Jesus would have to fit in the “pecuiliar” category. If we try to avoid sin in a world full of it, we would HAVE to fall in the “pecuiliar” category, wouldn’t we? When we insist on doing ministry works, or anything else just because we want to be like all the other churches, are we doing it to keep from being “pecuiliar”? There are instances in life where being pecuiliar is not all that necessary, but there are other times when we are commanded to be “pecuiliar”. At the same time, there is no reason to be different just for the sake of being different, or a non-conformist just for the sake of being non-cooperative.

When the King James Version translates Titus 2:14: “and purify unto hiimself a pecuiliar people”, Paul is not writing that the purifed people are strange or weird, or even different. The Greek word refers to “having more than enough, rich, wealthy, a costly possession”. In other words, it cost Jesus A LOT to make us his possession! And we are “pecuiliar” in the sense today that we are different from those who have not been purified!

The other use of the word pecuiliar by the KJV is in I Peter 2:9: ”a pecuiliar people”. The Greek word used here means “a laying up, keeping, acquiring, obtaining, saving, a special possession”. In I Thessalonians 5:9 and in Hebrews 10:39 the KJV translates the same word as “salvation” or “saving”. In II Thessalonians 2:14 the KJV translates the same Greek word as “obtainment”. And in Ephesians 1:14 the KJV translates the word as “possession”. I have not been able to find the word “pecuiliar” in any translation except the King James.

Thus, there is no basis for the idea that Christians are supposed to be weird, strange, different, unique, non-conforming – just for the sake of being so. But Christians ARE supposed to be“SEPARATE” from others when it comes to sinful living: “Therefore go out from their midst and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch no unclean thing; then I will welcome you.” II Corinthians 7:17. Chapter 7, verse 1 reads, “Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, bringing holiness to completion in the fear of God”. If I am viewed as a “pecuiliar” person for wanting to be clean from sinfulness, then so be it! ===================================================

God Will Take Care of Us All

PRAYER LIST
Wes Price is now home and doing better. Evelyn Dillon-Charlton Methodist – should be in a room The cardiologist does say her heart is not her problem. More specialists have been called in.

Mary Ruth Percival is still recuperating at home with a broke ankle.

Jimmy Mooney will begin treatments for cancer soon.

Pete Diamond, cousin of Sylvia & Muriel McMillion – His MRI shows improvement and will begin strong chemo treatments soon.

Continue to remember:

Sylvia McMillion, Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell, Lois Rodriquez; Sherry Reynolds and Larry Stovall; ;
Let us all continue to pray for 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; Sylvia & Muriel McMillion; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Henrietta Pummill; Mildred Sala, Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: July 4, 2010 Bible Study 49 Offering: $3,352.00 Morning Worship: 78 Bugget: $2,893.27 Afternoon Worship: 38 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 6/30 – 29 =================================================== We want to offer our much love and sympathy to Jacob and Joyce Locke and most especially to the family of Jacob’s nephew. The wife of Jacob’s nephew passed away suddenly. The funeral was Friday at Diana, TX

The following is from Tom Dipprey: Two Wednesdays ago I gave some information on a graduating High School student going to the Rockport, TX congregation that was diagnosed with brain tumors. I received notice from my niece in Rockport that the surgery to remove the tumors was successful and he is old enough to be treated with chemo at M.D. Anderson. He was able to view the fireworks on Sunday. His name is Trevor and continue to pray for the future treatments ahead of him.

“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong
“OK”, so we are all looking forward to the day Bro. Wes and Alma Faye get back with us. Of course, Alma Faye has been with us for a few Sundays anyway, but what will be great is when we see them side by side down front!!

Bro. Owen has done an excellent job while Wes has been out and we want to thank he and Linda for all they’ve done for us and the great Bible School lessons and the wonderful, meaningful sermons Roger has been bringing us.

While we are passing out compliments we don’t want to leave out the man who has been instrumental in keeping things together, Bro. Jacob Locke, even though he has been in pain and ailing himself he just keeps right on trucking and keeping things rolling!

I’ve seen him up there leading our songs when I know it was a strain to just get up the steps. We love you Bro. Jacob, and your dear wife too! You and Joyce are “Number One” in our way of
things, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Go by folks and pat him on the back and tell him how very much we appreciate them and what they do!

Several of you have asked about our son, Larry, and I’m sorry to have to tell you that his health is not good. He keeps on going but it’s hard for him to maintain things any more. He wants to tell all of you how much he misses you and loves you and would like to get back to worship, but is just not able to do so. Thank you all for caring and asking about him. If you would like to drop him a note his address is… 1322 Acton St., Duncanville, TX 75137. We feel so lucky he was able to join our other kids for lunch on Father’s Day at El Fenix as it is a rare occasion for him to be able to get out.

Do some of you know that when folks can’t make it to services our Mamie Maarschalk sends a note and a bulletin to them to keep them up on what’s going on. I know I’ve told you about this before, but there may be those who haven’t heard. What a wonderful ministry that is for Mamie, who is barely able to make it to services herself, but thankfully she always seems to get there, and thanks to Steve Browning for helping her in and out each Lord’s Day. He also keeps our P.A. System at the right level and records the sermons.

We also want to thank Kerryn Cox for all that he does for us.

We haven’t been able to find out who made all the blankets for our cold natured ladies but if you know let ‘ol blabbermouth here know so we can give her a little praise for a great job!
Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price will resume when Wes recovers from surgery. We pray he will be back with us soon. =========================================
Happy Anniversary!
Roger Owen

I hope you don’t mind if I again share with you something about Saturn Road. Once again I do so because it helps me make a point. If you start getting tired of it, let me know. Ok, here we go. When Saturn Road built a new Auditorium, additional classrooms and a chapel, the old Safeway building we had bought for classroom space was re-modeled and given a face-lift as well. We made as much of it as we could afford to into a Family Center for parties and receptions, etc. The facilities deacons decided that when there were parties, weddings, and anniversaries that were not church related ministries, those having the party should pay a fee that covered the cost of custodial help, security aid, and light/sound technology. The church had built a very sophisticated light and sound system in the auditorium that not just anyone could run – it had to be run by a trained professional.

When the deacons presented this fee program to the eldership for approval, the elders’ “rubber stamped” the proposal with one exception: They added the clause that when the building was reserved for a fiftieth wedding anniversary, the fee would be waived, there would be no charge. The elders’ reason was that fiftieth anniversaries are very special AND have become very rare in our society today.

For the last eleven years I have been responsible for dealing with this policy. In these eleven years, I have not averaged even ONE fiftieth anniversary per year. The toal number is less than the total years the new building has been in existence (seventeen)! Now I think back over the last six weeks or so, and here at Jefferson Blvd., we have averaged MORE than one anniversary per week! I have never sung “Happy Anniversary” so much in my life! And several of them were OVER fifty years!

What a great history you have! People across the country ought to look at this church to find out what marriage is really about. You have shown us the way with your example. Linda and I managed to celebrate our twenty-fifth anniversary in May of this year, and hope to live long enough to match you and experience what you have experienced. When lives lived together keep getting better and better each year, I can’t imagine how much greater my live will be with Linda even ONE year from now, let alone twenty-five more years! I’ll have to learn from those of you who are already there.

Was it worth it? The looks in your eyes and smiles from your mouths tell me everyone of you would say, “YES”! You would probably say what Solomon said, “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord” (Proverbs 18:22). Or this comment in Ecclesiates 9:9 from Solomon: “Enjoy life with the wife whom you love, all the days of your vain life that he has given you under the sun, because that is your portion in life and in your toil at which you toil under the sun.”

And I know that if I surveyed you to find how you stayed together that long, there would be some general ingredients that apply to everyone, and there would be some individual ingredients that apply only to you. I am going to discuss what I know to be the general ingredients, and if you have any specific individual ones you would like to share with me, if you give them to me in writing where I can remember them, I will share all of them in a few weeks in this space.

Marriages don’t last fifty years unless there is COMMITMENT to the marriage by both the husband and wife. Genesis 2:24 says “There-fore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” This verse is quoted in four New Testament passages, but the real commentary on being “one flesh” comes from 1 Corinthians 7:10-11 – “the wife should not separate from her husband,…and the husband should not divorce his wife.” That’s what commitment is. Also involved is SACRIFICE. Solomon says of the worthy wife in Proverbs 31:15, “She rises while it is yet night and provides food for her household.” 1 Timothy 5:8 tells us “if any man does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his houselhold, he has denied the faith and is worse than in unbeliever.” And when Paul says, “Wives, submit to your own husbads…”, we men have no idea sometimes what level sacrifice is sometimes required to do that!

Then, there must be TRUST/FAITHFULNESS. Proverbs 31:11 tells us of the worthy wife, “The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain.” And tied to this must be much PATIENCE. I Peter 3:7 tells husbands to “likewise live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life.” And the final one of course is love. You know the words of Epeshians 5 well. Reread them regularly.

My final thought about this is God’s comparison of the church being the bride ofChrist. I just realized that I celebrated my fiftieth anniversary of being part of the bride of Christ two years ago! Guess what it took for me to get to this place? COMMITMENT, SACRIFICE, TRUST/FAITHFULNESS, PATIENT ENDURANCE/ LOVE! What a coincidence!!! ==================================================
PRAYER LIST
Wes Price went home Wednesday. He began rehab at Methodist Central Friday.

Evelyn Dillon – Methodist Rehab, Room 121. Direct phone number is 972-708-8721.

Mary Ruth Percival fell and broke her ankle. Will be out for a few weeks.

Continue to remember: Sylvia McMillion, Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell, Lois Rodriquez, and Donna Denise Allen who came forward last Sunday morning asking for prayers for her health problems. She is a member at Garza Avenue Church of Christ.
Let us all continue to pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
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; Jimmy Mooney; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Henrietta Pummill; Sherri Reynolds; Mildred Sala, Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Please find on the table in the foyer: The July, 2010 Calendar

The new Power for Today: July, Aug., and Sept., 2010
Vital Signs: June 27, 2010

Bible Study 55 Offering: $2,494.00

Morning Worship: 73 Budget: $2,893.27

Afternoon Worship: 42

Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 6/23: 33

GOOD NEWS

World Bible School reports one of Debbie Morris’ students, Lucy Wangari, of Nairobi Province was baptized. We rejoice with the angels over this. A number of our ladies continue to meet on Wednesday afternoons to mail out more lessons.

CONGRATULATIONS to Elaine & Jim Birkhead. They are celebrating their 8th Wedding Anniversary today, July 4th.

CONGRATULATIONS to the Schoolfields on the birth of a new great granddaughter, Cailin Ailie Russell (pronouned K-lynn A-lee), 8 lbs. 3 oz., born on Monday to Chris and Helena Russell.

Nora Rylie McCarty, great niece of Rita Wood and daughter of Patrick and Mira McCarty, is now home and clear of infection. Nora was born Sunday, June 27 and weighed 9 lbs. ==================================================== “Looking Forward”
by Jack Armstrong

The past 90 days have shown us many things about our preacher that we didn’t really know, but the main thing was to trust God, under unknown and all manner of conditions. The thought had to come to him…”Why me, and when is it going to get better? The only time I can remember Wes saying anything about his long, hard, illness was one time he told me he regretted not being more patient. I told him that if I had been on my back for as long as he had that I would be a terror to all those around me. I only wish I had half the patience he has shown. Let’s not forget Alma Faye and the rock she has been through all these trying days. Never have I seen anyone more faithful and loving as she has been. Rick Ramsey is another who has been so faithful to look after Wes and his needs. Also each loving member of ours and all the other congregations of friends who have asked about and kept him in their prayers constantly. Thank the Good Lord, Wes seems to be heading in the right direction now and will be back before too long.

We were so sorry to hear from Vernon that Mary Ruth fell and broke her ankle and will be laid up for a few weeks. We pray she will not be in too much pain, and will be back soon. We all love you Mary Ruth! Call us if you need us Vernon.

We are also sorry to that Evelyn Dillon is still having problems and is back in the hospital. We love you Evelyn. We pray all of our sick and shut-ins are doing much better, and we’ll see you next time the Good Lord Willing. See you soon… “Here and There”

Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price will resume when Wes recovers from surgery. We pray he will be back with us soon. =========================================
ARE WE GROWING?
Roger Owen

Do the numbers 77, 78, 76 mean anything to you? These are the numbers I hear in the foyer after our morning assembly from the one who counts our attendance. So far, every Sunday I have been here with you the count has totaled between 76 and 80. Two observations about this: First, we do not have the same people here every week, but we are having the same number. Some take trips, become ill, etc. and are not here every Sunday, and some come to visit us. Still the number stays the same. This obviously means that while the count may be the same, it indicates that we actually have more individuals involved in this body of believers than the count indicates.

Second, attendance numbers have nothing to do with “growth”. As a people in our society, we seem to have more emphasis about numbers than anything else, and we seem to think that large numbers equal success and small numbers equal failure. I have attended congregations in my lifetime that number anywhere from 13 in attendance to 1700 in attendance. I really have seen no difference in the congregations as far as growth is concerned. Some churches increase in number from small to large for any number of reasons, but the only reason God cares about is the increase in number because of teaching His word and saving lost souls who subsequently choose to assemble with the ones who taught them. All the other reasons – new building, entertaining assemblies, special activities, new-comers to the area, etc. – just shift the location of people already taught from one place to another.

But back to growth. When I read the New Testament I find the growth that God wants is within me individually. He wants me to grow up into salvation through the spiritual milk of the word (1 Peter 2:2). He wants me to grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord (II Peter 3:18; Colossians 1:10). He wants me to increase in righteousness (II Corinthians 9:10). And God wants me to grow in my faith (II Thessalonians 1:13; II Corinthians 10:15). So if I want to know if we as a congregation are growing, I need to know if my knowledge of God’s word, my faith in what it says, and my righteous living has increased!

I do not have control over how many people are saved. I am told to “bear fruit in every good word” (Colossians 1:10), and I am told that the number of disciples in Jerusalem multiplied when the word of God increased (Acts 6:7). And I am told to go into all the world and preach the gospel (Matthew 28:19). But I cannot determine how many will be saved and how many will assemble at this congregation once they have become a disciple.

The gospel of Christ is the power of God unto salvation (Romans 1:16). No matter how much we plant and water, it means nothing, because it is God who gives the growth (I Corinthians 3:6-7). Paul said he was not sent to baptize but to preach the gospel (1 Corinthians 1:17). It is up to the hearer whether he accepts the word or not. Remember the parable of the sower (Matthew 13). One out of four is not a winning percentage in our statistical world! “Growth” in numbers is up to the soil, the hearer, not the sower. Jeremiah preached his whole life and had not a single convert!

So what’s the point? The questions still is, “Are we growing?” The answer is in you and me. Are we increasing in our knowledge of the word of God, in our faith in Him, in the righteousness of our living? If so, then we are growing! If we are just standing still, maintaining, then it would behoove us to read Jesus’ words to the “lukewarm” church at Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-22). If our temperature is not increasing, we need to turn up the heat!
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PRAYER LIST
Wes Price–Methodist Rehab – Room 128, located just east of Charlton Methodist, 3020 W. Wheatland Road, Dallas, TX 75237. Phone in Wes’ Room – 972-708-8728.

Evelyn Dillon – Methodist Rehab – east of Charlton Methodist.
She is there to see if they can help her to get stronger.

Jimmy Mooney is recovering from his surgery.

Continue to remember Sylvia McMillion, Rick Ramsey, Jimmy Mooney’s mother (Dorothy), R. C. Bell, Lois Rodriquez and others.
Let us all pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Adrain Arthur (great nephew of Theresa Bersano); George Bailey; R. C. Bell; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Perry Cotham; Urbanelle Cox; Carol & Peter Diamond; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Gloria Garcia; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Bob and Madeline Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Sylvia & Muriel McMillion; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Henrietta Pummill; Rick Ramsey; Sherri Reynolds; Lois Rodriquez; Mildred Sala, Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Cathy Wood; Marie Works.

The following is a Special Prayer Request

Please pray for Robert Quinn as he moves from Collinsville, Illinois to Henderson, Tennessee next week as he prepares to begin attending Freed Hardeman in August, and also begins work with a nearby congregation as a part-time youth minister. He is the grandson of R.C. & Juanita Bell.

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Please find on the table in the foyer:

The July, 2010 Calendar

The new Power for Today: July, Aug., and Sept., 2010

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Vital Signs: June 20, 2010

Bible Study 53 Offering: $2,439.75 Morning Worship: 75 Budget: $2,893.27 Afternoon Worship: 41 Wed. Eve. Bible Study, 6/16:31

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“Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong

Well folks this has been a good week, it seems like Bro. Wes has finally turned the corner, and is on the road to recovery! Oleta and I were visiting with him this week and he said after we asked how he was doing, “Well I’m doing fine, now if I can only get rid of this illness.” Sounded like the ‘ol Wes.

It sure was good to see Juanita Bell and part of her family there last Lord’s Day, but we sure do miss R.C. and pray he get’s better real soon. They are a family of Christians!

We also haven’t heard from Cloyce and Kay Jurecka in a while. Sure hope they are doing good. Speaking of these two we also want to thank all of you who call to check on Wes whlle he has been out and I’ve heard him say it means a lot to him and he knows the prayers are what has brought him through along with some find doctors who know that the Lord is guiding them! That and the fact they spend private time visiting with Wes and Alma Faye. It sure makes me feel good about them.

By the time you get this we will have celebrated Father’s Day and we were fortunate to be able to eat out with our “kids”, and I use that word loosely, since our son, Jack is 63 and our Angie is now 43. It’s so good to get together with them! Seems like in these times getting together with the family only comes at special occasions such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Memorial Day. Things are just moving too fast or maybe it’s that I’m just getting old.

We sure hope you all had a great Father’s Day, anyway! I’m running short of time since I waited too long to write my column so I’d best sign off for this time and we’ll see you next time the Good Lord willing.

We pray all of our sick and shut-ins are doing much better, we love you all and miss you…. Remember our Goal…

“When Duty Becomes Desire”

See you soon. “Here and There” Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful) =====================================================

Here and There by Wes Price will resume when Wes recovers from surgery. We pray he will be back with us soon. =========================================
KNEE-JERK REACTIONS
Roger Owen

I have been intrigued by two events that have just happened recently that shows us just how “reactionary” we really are to situations around us. The first event happened a couple weeks ago in South Carolina. A young man in his twenties paid the $10,000 filing fee to put his name on the ballot for the Democratic Party Primary election for United States Senator. The only other candidate on the ballot was the incumbent who was seeking his fifth term as Senator. The young man did no fund-raising, held no rallies, and almost literally did no campaigning. He still lives at home with his father, and doesn’t have a “steady job” of any kind. Interviews I saw indicated that he really had no idea what the Senate was all about, he just wanted to run for it. When asked if he had held any campaign rallies, his answer, was, “I had a few friends over for a party.” This young man received sixty percent of the votes and literally destroyed the incumbent in this primary. Talk about a “knee-jerk reaction”! The voters were just determined that they were going to vote for ANYBODY who opposed the guy who had been there helping the current administration! The incumbent has been duly punished by his constituents. But…what if this young man wins against the Republican candidate in the final election? Will the country be better off with a congress of Senators who have no clue what it is all about? I guess it depends on just how angry voters are at the current administration.

The second event that has happened over the last two weeks involves college football and the Big 12 Conference. Nebraska decides they want to go to another conference. The next thing you know other schools in the Big 12 Conference panic and start worrying about their future. A third conference starts inviting the Texas and Oklahoma schools, minus Baylor, plus Colorado, to join their conference. Baylor cries “foul” and begins lobbying for them to be the sixth school and not Colorado. So Colorado prematurely jumps to join that conference to keep Baylor from possibly squeezing them out. Now the Texas and Oklahoma schools have decided they are staying put and the Big 12 Conference will continue on…minus Nebraska and Colorado. Again, all of these events happened suddenly as “knee-jerk reactions” for fear that someone else might beat them to something. I have a feeling that some time later both of these two schools will secretly neglect having made such spur-of-the-moment decisions without taking time to consider all the apsects of their actions.

How many times have we had “knee-jerk reactions to situations in our lives because of anger or impatience due to the fear we might miss out on something? I chuckle at Jonah when he finally got to Nineveh and preached of the impending destruction that God was bringing upon them. Nineveh repented and God relented and decided Nineveh was to be spared. Jonah was angry because he thought Nineveh would think of him as an idiot because what he predicted did not happen. His “knee-jerk reaction” was to pout and to tell God, “See, this is why I fled to Tarsish. I knew you would do something like this and leave me looking like an idiot! So, why don’t you just take my life because I would be better off dead than alive.”

Jonah proceeded to go outside the city and fix him a perch to sit down and pout and watch the city to see what happened. God planted a plant to grow up and shade Jonah from the sun and Jonal enjoyed it. When morning dawned God sent a worm to attack the plant so that it withered and died in the hot sun and wind. I can just hear Jonah saying, “O, great, now the worms are even after me!” Again, he pled with God to let him die. Both times God asked Jonah the same question, “Do you do well to be angry?”

When we are angry and impatient, “do we do well to be angry?” Are we practitioners of the “knee-jerk reaction” syndrome? I am thankful God does not operate this way. “The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.” (Psalm 103:8 ESV). We would do well to also be slow to react when our anger or our impatience is riled up.

On another note, Linda had encouraged me to pass on her heart-felt thanks to the anonymous person who blessed her and several others with blankets in the pews to help keep them warm. Her name was pinned to hers and everything! What a terrific gesture! Thanks again – whoever you are!
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PRAYER LIST
Wes Price–Charlton Methodist– A Tower, Room A 3117. Wes is steadily improving. Please keep visits to 10 minutes.
Evelyn Dillon is home and feeling better. Son, Larry, is staying with her Jimmy Mooney- Charlton Meth.- had day surgery on June 18th.
Also remember his mother Dorothy Mooney. Lois Rodriquez is home and will have 3 more chemo treatments and then a CAT Scan. She hopes to be back at church soon.
Let us all pray for the Tyson Family.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Adrain Arthur (great nephew of Theresa Bersano); George Bailey; R. C. Bell; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Perry Cotham; Urbanelle Cox; Carol & Peter Diamond; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Gloria Garcia; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Bob and Madeline Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Mark Locke; Sylvia & Muriel McMillion; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Henrietta Pummill; Rick Ramsey; Sherri Reynolds; Mary Russell; Mildred Sala, Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Cathy Wood; Marie Works.

** Please add to your list of June Anniversaries: Please take note: June 21st – Steve & Ann Browning – Anniversary (their anniversary was left off of the calendar by mistake) ——–

We want to offer our congratulations to the following: Jean Lovell has a new great great grandson and all are doing well.

Spencer Ross’ baby son has arrived and all are doing well.

Paul Delgado graduated from the Brown Trail School of Preaching: ——–

New address for Dorothy Jackson Bell Aire Crestview Ct. #211B 224 W. Pleasant Run Road Cedar HiIl, TX 75104 Phone: 972-291-3883 ——– We want to offer our love and sympathy to Pat Morris and family. Mary Russell, Pat’s mother, passed away June 14, 2010 at the age of 95. Her funeral was Thursday, June 17, 2010. Mary wil be missed.. Address for cards. Pat Morris 239 Autumnwood Trail Gun Barrel City, TX 75156
‘Looking Forward” by Jack Armstrong This past week we received a real sweet letter from the Buck Reed family thanking all for the love and care we showed Buck. He was always ready to help out in any way he could right up until he had to go to the center. He and Bro. Ramsey Wright were both hard of hearing and the two of them would keep right on talking after the service started, but no one ever said a word to either of them because we loved them and knew of their hearing problems.

Sometimes we just can’t help looking back to some of our dear friends who have gone on before us, but they are happy memories in most cases.

I remember when Clinton White, Jimmy Morris and I used to climb those stairs in the back of the auditorium to count the collection each Lord’s Day and Clinton would almost run up those stairs even in his eighties and Jimmy and I would huff and puff behind him.

Then it comes to mind how Glen Payne used to love to kid our preacher. How our dear sisters have always had some good advice for us before the service, like Baby Jones, Sue Lawrence, Estelle McLarty, Addie Bennett, Henrietta Pummill, and last but not least, Maurine Fleming. By the way let’s all start wearing our name tags again to make it a little easier on Bro. Roger and Linda.

We received some great news on June 13th. Bro. Wes seems to have turned the corner and is getting better now. He may have started eating some real food. Let’s all be cautiously encouraged and keep him in our prayers that he gets better each day, and keep Alma Faye and their family in our prayers, too!

Once again I want to say how fortunate we are to have Roger and Linda Owen here with us in Wes’ absence. He is one of those fellows who you like right off the bat, and grows on you the longer you know him.

We want to say a word or two about another very, very important person at the JBCoC, and that man is Bro. Jacob Locke, who has really had to double up since Wes has been out. Go by and tell him how much we love and appreciate him for all he does. We would be lost without him and Joyce! Folks this is on top of all the volunteer work they do over at Methodist Central Hospital, and have been doing for many years. In my book that is going way above the call of duty. Semper Fidelis i(Always Faithful) ================================================This congregation has been invited to share the program and lunch at the Iglesia de Cristo Church of Christ today at 11:45a.m. The church is the former Edgefield Church of Christ – 420 N. Edgefield at Seventh

Here and There by Wes Price will resume when Wes recovers from surgery. We pray he will be back with us soon. =========================================
Summer Is Upon Us
Roger Owen

We have now entered the month of June. Every year it is the same for me. When I see June show up on the calendar, I know hot times are ahead. Summer officially begins on June 21, but it FEELS like summer before we get out of May.

This is not good for me. It is not just in inconvenience issue, summer is a threat to me. I am much more in danger of dying from the heat than dying from the cold. Sunburns for me were very common growing up. I had a major melanoma removed in 1982. Allergies have made my eyes extremely sensitive to the bright sun’s light. And I suffered a head injury in high school that somehow caused the blood vessels in my head to be stretched thinner than they are supposed to be. As a result, if I get too hot, extreme headaches arrive, and they are so severe that I am totally useless for about a day and a half. I can only hibernate in a totally dark room with the air conditioning going full blast until I cool off and my heart-rate slows down, stopping the pain from the blood trying to rush through my now thin blood vessels to help cool me down. So needless to say, I am an INDOORS kind of guy!

The only way I could play golf was to tee off at dawn, before the sun came up and put a zip-lock bag of ice in my hat when the temperature rose above 75 or 80 degrees. It would melt pretty fast and I had to refill it continually throughout the round. My playing partners did not know about the ice because I did not want to listen to all the teasing and deal with the embarrassment of being such an “oddball.” I always filled the bag when they were busy hitting their shots. One day my ice bag sprung a leak and I had no back-up. So I positioned the part of the bag with the hole in it towards the front of my cap and pushed the bag back far enough on my head so that the hole was above the combination of ice and water. Then it did not leak – until I leaned my head over to putt and all this water came gushing out! One of my playing partners shrieked, “Man, you sure sweat a lot!!” Needless to say, the heat has curtailed any attempt to regularly play golf any more.

Many will remember 1980 as a record-setting heat spell. In August, we hit 10 days in a row over 100 degrees and many of those days were as high as 113 degrees. I had a pick-up truck that had no air conditioning in it. I would drive to work, then completely clean up all over again and change clothes once I got there. When the week-end arrived, I drove to Oklahoma and my uncle (a truck and auto mechanic) installed an air conditioner in my truck.

So, what’s the point? When I deal with the heat, the only thing on my mind is finding some relief; some shade, a breeze, some air conditioning, etc. It is at that time I am reminded most what Hell might be like. Jesus describes it as “everlasting fire” in Matthew 25:41. That’s all I need to hear! EVERLASTING – no relief! No shade, no breeze, no air conditioning. Nothing!

Today, we don’t talk much about Hell. People don’t like to be told it is possible they could go there. We are all about emphasizing the positive and ignoring the negative. Yet it is still a reality that Jesus talked about often. Keeping me out of that place cost Him His life! Shouldn’t we still be concerned about warning each other about such a place!

When Paul wrote to the Thessalonians about the day of the Lord, he told them it would happen “while people are saying, ‘There is peace and security.’” (1 Thessalonians 5:3). Hebrews 10:26-27 still says, “For it we go on sinning deliberately after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, but a fearful expectation of judgment, and a fury of fire that will consume the adversaries.”

What do we see when we encounter lost souls? Hungry people? Poor people? Unfortunate people? Needy people? It occurred to me that if we are only wrapped up in feeding them, housing them, helping them, giving to them, or helping with whatever they need to make their physical lives better, we are doing no more than prisons do when they offer a prisoner on death row whatever he wants to eat for his last meal before execution. People are in danger of suffering heat like has never been suffered before. What can we do about it?
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PRAYER LIST
Wes Price–Charlton Methodist– A Tower, Room A 3117. May have short visits. Is slowly improving. Remember to limit your visits to 10 minutes. He tires very easily.
Jimmy Mooney will have day surgery at Charlton Methodist at 7:15 a.m. on June 18.
Carol and Pete Diamond need our special prayers at this time. Carol is the cousin of Sylvia and Muriel McMillion and her husband, Pete, has a malignant brain tumor and is not doing well at this time.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Adrain Arthur (great nephew of Theresa Bersano); George Bailey; R. C. Bell; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Urbanelle Cox; Evelyn Dillon; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Gloria Garcia; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Mark Locke; Sylvia & Muriel McMillion; Dorothy Mooney; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Henrietta Pummill; Rick Ramsey; Sherry Reynolds; Lois Rodriquez; Mary Russell; Mildred Sala, Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs – May 30, 2010
Bible Study 54

Morning Worship 64

Afternoon Worship 36

Wed. Eve. Bible Study 5/26 30

Offering: $2,158.50

Budget: $2,893.27

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We want to offer our much love and sympathy to Jacob & Joyce Locke and their family. Jacob’s sister, Alice Marie Holley “Bedie” passed away May 31, 2010 at the age of 92. Her funeral was at Williams Memorial Chapel on June 2, 2010. Interment was in Garland Mills Cemetery in Garland, TX.
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We want to offer our much love and sympathy to the family of Magdalena Gonzalez. Magdalena passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. The visitation was Friday at Jeter Funeral Home. Her funeral was Saturday, June 5, 2010 here at the church officiated by Robert Johnston, minister of the Longview Church of Christ in Longview, TX and former minister of the old Mt. View Church of Christ. Magdalena was a long time member of Mt. View Church of Christ and then a long time member of Jefferson Boulevard Church of Christ. She was a loving mother and grandmother and had such a sweet and happy disposition. .
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“Looking Forward”
by Jack Armstrong
We decided instead of reflecting on things in the past we will try to talk about things to come. Oleta and I had a wonderful surprise on Tuesday, May 25, 2010. We had called Alma Faye earlier (not realizing she was probably resting from spending the night at the hospital with Wes). She called us back to give us an update and said “by the way someone wants to talk to you”. Wes came on the phone and we had a wonderful visit via the phone. He sounded so good and it just made our day!
Wasn’t the letter from Josh Martinez inviting us to the graduation great! We sure do miss Val and Josh being with us but are so glad they are attending church in Princeton with their uncle and cousins. They are the grandsons of Domingo and Becky Martinez who have become permanent members of the JBCoC congregation.
We sure do miss the Bells and pray they are doing much better.
We were so glad to hear from Rick that Bill Hinton is doing so good and likes where he is living.
Speaking of looking forward, let’s all pray the doctors treating Wes will find the way to stop the leak still there in his intestines. Wes says when he sees all that great food in the paper and on TV and it just makes him crave a great meal! I told him when that day comes we will all celebrate! It’s been a long hard ordeal for Wes and Alma Faye but I can’t help but feel something good will happen real soon because Bro. Wes is a lot like Job in his resolve to keep his faith in the Good Lord, regardless of what transpires! Besides all that he has one of the most endurable, abiding, caring, loving helpmate I’ve ever seen. She’s been there through thick and thin and always says… “We must be cautiously optimistic.”

By the time you get this we will have celebrated Memorial Day and we hope you had a good one.
I have to tell you what Dan Talbott did for me last Lord’s Day. He told me to come out to the car as he had something for me. I went out and he had one of the greatest picture puzzles of a group of Marines standing in a line with the words Semper Fidelis across it in a beautiful frame. I have to tell you it is just beautiful and I thank Dan more than I can say! He told me it was for Memorial Day.
REMEMBER… “When Duty Becomes Desire”

Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)
(Just an added note)
Thank all of you for the beautiful, meaningful anniversary cards and calls. It was Number 15 for Oleta and me. Can you believe it’s been that long? Also, we saw Wes Saturday and he is looking much better. Wes had just come back from a walk up the hall and back!

Here and There by Wes Price will resume when Wes recovers from surgery. We pray he will be back with us soon. =========================================
It’s Nice to Be Remembered
Roger Owen

Tomorrow is Memorial Day. It used to be called Decorations Day. It is a day for remembering those who gave their lives for the freedoms of this country. The first Memorial Day was observed to remember those in the Civil War who sacrificed their lives to keep this country united. According to World Book (no, I am not into “Google” all that much, yet!) several communities claim to have started Memorial Day, but the Federal government officially gave the credit to Waterloo, N.Y. who first observed the day on May 5, 1866 to honor union soldiers who had died in the civil war by closing businesses, decorating soldiers graves and flying flags at half mast. Our government designated Memorial Day as an official federal holiday by law in 1971.

Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Louisiana, and Tennessee observe Confederal Memorial Day in April, May or June mostly on a day other than the traditional Memorial Day. Texas observes Confederal Heroes Day on January 19.

Over the years, the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and now Iraq and Afghanistan Wars have been added to the rememberance observance. It is important that we never forget what it costs to be free of the tyranny of other countries-free to worship God and assemble in Jesus’ name, free to choose our own government, free to live peaceably without government oppression.

It is not pleasant to feel “forgotten”. Have you ever felt forgotten or left out? God does not want to be forgotten, either. When He rescued Israel from Egyptian Bondage He instructed Joshua to pick a man from each of the twelve tribes and have them pick up a stone from the bottom of the Jordan River as they passed into Canaan on dry land behind the ark of the Covenant. “When your children ask in time to come, ‘What do those stones mean to you? then you shall tell them that the waters of the Jordan were cut off before the ark of the covenant of the Lord. When it passed over the Jordan, the waters of the Jordan were cut off. So these stones shall be to the people of Israel a memorial forever’.” (Joshua 4:6-7).

Jesus did not want to be forgotten, either. On the eve of His arrest, He initiated a feast to be observed on a weeky basis in His kingdom. Luke tells us of His instructions, “Do this in remembrance of me.” (Luke 22:19).

As we become more and more comfortable in our freedoms both physically and spiritually, it is easy to take them for granted and fail to remember how we got them. Today, Memorial Day means a whole lot more to those families-young as they may be-who have lost a loved one in Iraq or Afghanistan. Everyone in this country knows someone who has fought or is fighting for our country to free us of terrorist attacks, and many have died or been wounded in that fight.

But the bottom line to all of this is that we don’t “win” unless God helps us to win! So, tomorrow, remember how good we have it and how we got here. Remember the sacrifices many men and women have made to achieve what we have today, and especially remember to thank God and ask Him to continue to bless us with freedom so we can continue to teach others about Him. “So you shall remember and do all my commandments, and be holy to your God.” (Numbers 15:40).
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Sylvia and Muriel McMillion would like to send a “Big Thank You” for all the prayers and love for them during Sylvia’s radiation treatments. Also, thank you for the prayers for their cousin, Carol Diamond and her husband Pete who has brain cancer. Please continue your prayers for all of them. This thank you is being sent with much love.
Sylvia and Muriel McMillion
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PRAYER LIST
Wes Price–Charlton Methodist– A Tower, Room A 3117. May have short visits. Is slowly improving. Remember to limit your visits to 10 minutes. He tires very easily.
Ann Taylor is recovering at home from her fall last week.
Jimmy Mooney will have day surgery for skin cancer at Charlton Methodist at 7:15 a.m. on June 10.

Let us all pray that Roger and Linda Owen and their family have a safe, enjoyable trip, and a safe return . See you when you get back.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Adrain Arthur (great nephew of Theresa Bersano); George Bailey; R. C. Bell; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Urbanelle Cox; Pete Diamond (cousin of Sylvia & Muriel McMillion); Evelyn Dillon; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Gloria Garcia; Magdalena Gonzalez; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Mark Locke; Sylvia & Muriel McMillion; Dorothy Mooney; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Henrietta Pummill; Rick Ramsey; Sherry Reynolds; Lois Rodriquez; Mary Russell; Mildred Sala, Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Vital Signs: Bible Study-57 Morning Worship-78 Afternoon Worship-30 Wed. Evening- 5/19 – 30

Offering: $2,875.50 Budget: $2,893.27

Bobbie Vivrett has moved to a Care center in North Richland Hills. She reports she likes her new apartment and loves the food. As soon as we have her address and phone number we will post it on the bulletin board and put it in the bulletin.
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We want to offer our much love and sympathy to Jimmy and Belinda Watson and family. Jimmy’s brother, Carl, passed away on Monday, May 24, 2010. His funeral was at Ferris, TX on Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Carl Watson was a resident of Red Oak, TX —————-
Address to send sympathy cards for Buck (O.W.) Reed :
Bobby & Beverly Reed
2021 McAlpin Road Midlothian, TX 76065

“Reflections”

by Jack Armstrong
We’ve been blessed to have Roger Owen and his lovely wife, Linda, with us while Wes and Alma Faye are out at this time. Roger has done a fantastic job in class, and his sermons are so down to earth and heartwarming. In lots of ways he reminds me of Bro. Wes because it’s easy to see he is a peoples preacher, and by that I mean he gets along great with folks and lives what he preaches.

Bro. Wes seems to get a little stronger every day, but still has a way to go, and as Alma Faye often reminds us, let’s all be “cautiously optimistic” and pray each day he will be back with us before too long! While we are praying, remember to include Alma Faye in our prayers, because this has been a long, tiresome ordeal for her as well, and she is at his side constantly.

Oleta and I were out eating this week and we ran into a couple from another congregation that had heard that some of Wes’ medication had caused a relapse, but this is not RIGHT. The doctors are trying to find the right medication for his problems and sometimes it does cause a problem, but is quickly corrected. We all have to be careful to not let rumors spread.

We have never seen such care and interest in one person as is being shown in Bro. Wes. All the churches and the preachers from those congregations are keeping folks well informed about Wes’ progress, which I think is as it should be.

We all want to thank Roger for his column in our Visitor each week. The one on May 16 was on a subject that we’ve all been too well acquainted with, hearing folks say…”I Don’t Get Anything Out of It.” It’s like John Kennedy once said…”Think not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country”! Only in this case add the word “Church”.

The lessons he preached on “Peace” for many weeks have been some of the best I’ve ever heard.

It is our fervent prayer all of our sick and shut-ins are doing much better. We love you and miss you!
By the way Bro. George Bailey is doing better. He and his wife are in their apartment in Green Bay Village at the Christian Care Center in Mesquite. His phone number is: 972-686-3100 and as he says…
REMEMBER OUR GOAL… “When Duty Become Desire”
Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)

Here and There by Wes Price will resume when Wes recovers from surgery. We pray he will be back with us soon. =========================================
IF ANYTHING CAN GO WRONG, IT WILL
Roger Owen

One of the most often quoted statements in our culture today is the one called, “Murphy’s Law”. I don’t think a single day goes by that I don’t hear myself or someone else either refer to Murphy’s Law or quote some variation of it. We seem to be a people who generally EXPECT things to go wrong or badly instead of good. I know I usually express shock when “accidents” happen that are GOOD for me! I am rarely shocked when bad things happen.

We become superstitious and refuse to comment on risks involved for fear of invoking Murphy’s Law. How this all began is quite an interesting story. There actually were numerous people who made this statement either publicly or in print before it officially became known as Murphy’s Law.

In 1877 an engineer named Alfred Holt wrote, “anything that can go wrong at sea generally does sooner or later.” In 1908 an English magician named Nevil Maskelyne wrote, “in the production of a magical effect for the first time, everything that can go wrong will go wrong.” Mountaineer Jack Sack spoke in 1952 about an “ancient mountaineering adage” that said: “anything that can possibly go wrong, does.”

Also in 1952, Ann Roe wrote an article and quoted an unnamed physicist for introducing her to an adage that he called “Murphy’s Law” or “the fourth law of Thermodynamics”: “if anything can go wrong, it will.” It appears that that physicist had mentioned the law to her in an interview conducted in 1949. He had evidently heard of an incident that happened earlier in 1949 when a developmental engineer at the Wright Field Aircraft Lab named, Capt. Ed Muprhy found out that a wiring technician had wired a component wrong, causing it to fail to work. He said of the technician, “if there is any way to do it wrong, he will.”

Robert Oglesby had a space left over in the Waterview church bulletin one time and needed a sentence to fill it, so he wrote, “Vote to repeal Murphy’s Law.” Others have mused about what happens when Murphy’s Law has its effect on Murphy’s Law? What happens when what can go wrong with Murphy’s Law does? I haven’t the foggiest idea and fear I would end up with a big headache if I even tried to imagine that!
So, what of this penchant we have for expecting the worst and not the best? I don’t like disappointment. My defense against disappointment is to never expect anything good to happen – then I am never disappointed. Good things DO happen – I’d just rather be surprised when they do. A lot is said about being positive instead of negative in our thinking, but evidently I am not spending must time listening.

How ridiculous of me to think that I can control the events of my life by how I think! I might CAUSE the events of my life to go one way or another by my attitude about them, but in no way does that mean I am in any way in control of my life. That may be why I believe in Murphy’s Law – because I know I have no control over stopping things from going wrong.

Thankfully I DO have a Father who IS in control of my life! He knows how to put Murphy’s Law in its place. “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights” (James 1:17 ESV). “Ask, and it will be given unto you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you…If you, then, who are evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him!” (Matthew 7:7, 11).

So, the next time I decide to take matters into my own hands, especially knowing that I am immediately invoking Muryphy’s Law as I do, I should remember, “Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go into such and such a town and spend a year there and trade and make a profit’ –yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.” (James 4:13-15).
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The following is a letter from Joshua Martinez which reads: I’m sending this invitation for my graduation. I know it is far for some of you but I want to let everyone know of the exciting events in my life right now. And because you all always ask my grandparents for Val and me. I want to thank you. Val and I go to church in Princeton with my uncle and cousins. When I graduate I’m going to start at Westward College to study to be a medical assistant and continue to work like I do now at Taco Bueno in McKinney. Val leaves this summer to visit our mom and brother in Tennessee for a couple of weeks.
Thank you everyone for always asking for us. We love you and miss you, and will visit soon.
My grandma and grandpa wish to thank everyone who sent them anniversary cards. They loved them all. Thank you all so much. Joshua Martinez (grandson of Domingo & Becky Martinez)
(The graduation announcement and letter will be put on the bulletin board in the Community Room) Our hearts go out to a wonderful young man who wrote a wonderful letter! His grandparents are to be commended. ==================================================
PRAYER LIST
Wes Price–Charlton Methodist– A Tower – Room 3317. May have short visits. Is slowly improving. Remember to limit your visits to 10 minutes. He tires very easily.
Magdalena Gonzalez is a little better. Magdalena and her daughter Delia, who is taking care of her mother, need our prayers.
George Bailey is out of the hospital and his heart is doing well but he does have other problems and still needs our prayers.
Jimmy Mooney will have day surgery for skin cancer at Charlton Methodist at 7:15 a.m. on June 10.

REMEMBER ALL OTHERS ON THE PRAYER LIST
Adrain Arthur (great nephew of Theresa Bersano); R. C. Bell; Addie Bennett; Dr. “J” Coats; Urbanelle Cox; Pete Diamond, cousin of Sylvia & Muriel McMillion; Evelyn Dillon; Tom Duvall; Ruby Faas; Gloria Garcia; Magdalena Gonzalez; Rita Harrison; Doris Henry; Bill Hinton; Ed Horn; Mary Catherine Jayroe; Jean LaPine; Nancy Lindley; Mark Locke; Sylvia & Muriel McMillion; Dorothy Mooney; Jimmy Mooney; Billie Morgan; Bobby Muirhead (sister of Billie & Jean Thompson); Lula Murray; Henrietta Pummill; Rick Ramsey; Sherry Reynolds; Lois Rodriquez; Mary Russell; Mildred Sala, Nancy Spurgeon; Treva Traylor; Marie Works.

Rita Harrison has a new land phone # 214-330-3144. She still does have her cell phone. —————-
Vital Signs: May 16, 2010 Bible Study 56 Morning Worship 75
Afternoon Worship 34 Wed Evening Bible Study, 5/12 36
Offering: $3,013.50 Budget: $2,893.27

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We offer our love and sympathy to the family of O. W. (Buck) Reed. Buck passed away May 12, 2010 and had a graveside service at Laurel Land Cemetery with military honors. He was a loving and caring Christian that will be missed.

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“Reflections” by Jack Armstrong
We all want to thank Bro. Roger Owen for the fine job he is doing filling in for Bro. Wes.

Oleta and I added a new great grandson to our bunch this week. Born to Craig and Brittney Newland at 7 lbs. 3 oz. and 19” long checked in as Master Colman Eugene Newland and boy are we proud!! Mother, father and son are doing fine. Grandparents are our daughter Gloria and Bill Zimmerman. I think this runs us up to around 20 now and about 4 great, greats!

We lost another couple of dear friends this past week or so. Sister Martha Kirk and Brother Buck Reed left us to go and be with the Lord.

Bro. Jacob Locke once again stepped in and this time he held the graveside service for Martha Kirk, and though Oleta and I were not able to be there, I’m sure Jacob did a great job in bidding her farewell for us all. Thanks from all of us Jacob!

Oleta and I just got back from seeing our best friend and our fine preacher Bro. Wes Price. He is getting a little better but tires very easily.

We want to thank Rick Ramsey for continuing to be attentive to Wes and administering his physical therapy all this time. We all love him dearly and I’m sure Alma Faye is so grateful to him, because he always seems to be there when she needs him. Well folks that’s about all for this time. We’ll see you later, the Good Lord Willing!
We pray all of you sick and shut-ins are doing much better. We love you and miss you!
See you soon “Here and There”. Get well soon because we love you and miss you.
REMEMBER OUR GOAL… “When Duty Become Desire”
Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful)