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Earla Lockhart
From: Earla Lockhart <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, December 04, 2014 11:36 AM
To: Earla Lockhart
Subject: FMBC UPDATE - THURSDAY - DECEMBER 4, 2014
Importance: High
PRAISE REPORT FROM REV. CAROLYN LANDRY’S MISSION TRIP TO THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
In addition to providing medical and eye care to hundreds of patients—the team also led 81 persons to Christ (ranging from an 8 year-old girl to an 84
year old man! One of the converts was the husband of a local Pastor. CONTINUE TO PRAY THAT SOULS WILL BE SAVED AND THAT THE
STRIFE BETWEEN THE HAITIANS & THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC RESIDENTS
WILL BE HEALED.
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“This is the day the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it." ~ (Psalm 118:24) GOD IS FAITHFUL AND WE CAN CONTINUE TO TRUST HIM MORE FULLY AND OBEY HIM
MORE COMPLETELY! BE INTENTIONAL IN: PRAYER, LEADING PERSONS TO CHRIST, BEING FRIENDLY INVITERS & BEING
FRIENDLY CHRISTIANS BLEND AND BOND IN THE BODY OF CHRIST!
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THOUGHT TO PONDER The church is not a democracy in which we have chosen God, but a theocracy in which He has chosen us. The church is the only society in the world that never loses any of its members, even by death. The church upon its knees would bring heaven upon the earth.
(~ E.M. Bounds)
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FMBC & COMMUNITY AT-A-GLANCE THURSDAY – 12/4/14 @ 6:00 P.M. – FMBC CANCER SUPPORT GROUP WEDNESDAY – 12/10/14 @ 6:30 P.M. – VOLUNTEERS AND NEW MEMBERS’ FELLOWSHIP (GYM) Sunday – 12/14/14 – Youth Christmas Program @ 9:30 a.m. – NO SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday – 12/14/14 – Annual Christmas Musical @ 6:00 p.m.
Wednesdays – Bible Study resumes 1/14/15 @ Noon & 6:30 p.m. Sundays @ 8:00 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. – Worship First Sundays @ 8:00 a.m., 10:50 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. - Worship 2nd & 4th Sundays @ 8:00 a.m. – Children’s Church 5th Sundays @ 9:30 a.m. – Combined Worship Sundays @ 9:30 a.m. – Sunday School for all ages (except 5th Sundays)
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FOOD DONATIONS FOR HUNTSVILLE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HAP) December donations for HAP: Entire Church Family and Scouting Ministry are to bring Peanut Butter and Jelly – and any other items you wish to donate. Thanks to all ministries who have supported the Benevolence Ministry's 2014 partnership with
HAP!
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ANNUAL FMBC YOUTH CHRISTMAS PROGRAM …. CELEBRATING THE BIRTH OF CHRIST The youth will be having their annual Christmas Program on Sunday 12/14/2014 during the Sunday School hour (NO SUNDAY SCHOOL). We will have two REHEARSALS prior to December 14th Wednesday, December 10, 2014, at 5:15pm, at FMBC (Speeches Only) Saturday, December 13, 2014, at 10am, at FMBC (Final Practice) FMBC Youth Advisor Ministry
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The Rose of Sharon Soup Kitchen and Thrift Store is a very well-
operated ministry is on the North Parkway access road (east side –
north of Oakwood) - THANK YOU TO FMBC MEMBERS FOR
PARTICIPATING IN THE COAT DRIVE AND FOR PROVIDING FOOD
ITEMS FOR THANKSGIVING!
For the current needs, please contact Rose of Sharon directly @
256-536-2970 or go to: http://roseofsharonsoupkitchen.org/ 2412 Memorial Parkway NW
Huntsville, AL 35810
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It is our desire to not only help the homeless and needy with food and clothing, but to
help them to turn their lives around for the glory of God.
We do bible studies four days a week, teaching people how to apply the Word of God to
their daily life; for whatever situation they may be in. We discuss past hurts, emotions
and relationships, Godly finances, walking in victory, and being all that God has called
you to be. Our bible studies are Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri at 11:00 AM, and all are
welcome to attend!
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ANTIOCH CPCA – ATHENS ~~ Pastor Robert Rice’s 23rd Annual Love Day Celebration - Dec 21, 2014 @ 11:00 a.m.
Guest Speaker - Minister Terrance Vickerstaff - First Missionary Baptist Church, Huntsville,
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Music: God’s Anointed Community Choir – Hazel Green, AL 923 BROWNSFERRY STREET
ATHENS, AL 35611
(256) 233-3016
www.antiochcpchurch.com ~ [email protected]
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HOW TO GET A JOB ON THE ARSENAL
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THE VALLEY WEEKLY The Valley Weekly current & past issues may be viewed online at www.valleyweeklyllc.com ~ (Dr. Dorothy W. Huston, Editor)
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Greater Huntsville Interdenominational Ministerial Fellowship (GHIMF) In Preparation for the Dr. MLK Service January 15th, 2015 (7:00 p.m. @ Progressive Union MBC) Please attend the following Area-Wide Choir Rehearsal Dates
Dec 30th – Tuesday – 6:30pm @ First Missionary Baptist Church Jan. 5th - Monday - 6:30pm @ First Missionary Baptist Church Jan 9th – Friday – 6:30pm @ First Missionary Baptist Church Jan 12th – Monday – 6:30pm @ Progressive Union Missionary Baptist Church
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Annual Christmas Luncheon – Bob Harrison Wellness & Advocacy Center – Thurs 12/18/14 @
11:30 a.m.
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100 Black Men of America- Greater Huntsville Chapter Scholarship Application:
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The 100 Black Men of America Greater Huntsville Chapter is pleased to announce its 2015
Scholarship Application. Scholarships are awarded annually to selected graduating high school
seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence and community involvement as they
pursue a goal of higher education. Scholarships will be awarded to those who plan to attend
an accredited two or four- year college/university or technical school as a full-time student
beginning the fall of 2015. The scholarships are provided to individuals on an equal
opportunity basis regardless of race, sex, creed, or religious preference. For additional
information and application, please visit our website at www.100bmoaghc.com. You may
also contact the scholarship committee chair for further information at
[email protected]. ~ Submitted by Ronnie Davis ***************************************************************************
NEED A HOLIDAY PHOTOGRAPHER? TRY BROTHER CORBAN SWAIN! Need a holiday photographer for upcoming parties? Need that perfect photo for your holiday cards? Corban Swain is now booking in the Huntsville, Alabama area. Lock in your date today. Visit website & sample his work. http://corbanswain.wix.com/photo
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CHRIST PURSUES YOU TO HEAL YOU!!
Our Service of Worship for Healing
continues. T e theme for the
December service is: "Christ
pursues you to heal you". Our
TUESDAY
December 9, 2014
Gideon Blackburn House of
First Presbyterian Church
Corner of Gates and Lincoln
Led by Amanda W. Ragland, D. Min, LMFT
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series of healing services continues
to be a blessing to us all. We hope
to see you there!
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VICTORIA’S CAFE As many of you know, due to the inability to negotiate a new lease, Victoria's Cafe closed in July. I spoke with the owners Vicky and Doug Berry on Tuesday! They are soliciting prayers as they follow the will of the Lord to determine if they should go into full-time restaurant business again. They were such good friends to me and others in the church and always gave a Gift certificate for Women's day when asked by church members. Will you please join me in praying for them?? In the meantime, they have a food truck called Follow Me Food truck and their locations can be found daily on Twitter and Facebook. They are available for: Catering, Corporate Events, School Events, Festivals, Weddings, Church Events, Colleges, etc. In addition, they have a kitchen located at 7914 South Memorial Parkway (a few blocks south of the of the old location) and they are taking orders for pick-up! I just ordered their famous hot spice tea and their famous Pretzel salad for Thanksgiving. I am sure that they will appreciate your prayers and support. They can be reached at 256-651-1018. ~ Rosa Kilpatrick
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100 BMOA ANNUAL HOLIDAY GALA ~ DEC. 20, 2014 The 100 Black Men Of America, Greater Huntsville Chapter will hold its 15th Annual Holiday Gala on December 20, 2014. at the VBC North Hall. This events raises funds to support our community youth in areas of Education & Literacy, Health & Wellness, Mentoring and Scholarships. For Tickets & Reservations, please contact: Bro. Robert Clark (Gala Chairman) 256-759-6060 ~ (Will be in breezeway after both services)
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GET READY FOR SOME HOLIDAY FUN!
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HUNTSVILLE BIBLE COLLEGE Thank you for all you have done in support of the Huntsville Bible College this year. We appreciate your generosity and thank God for each of you. Below are ways you can continue to support HBC throughout the year. WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE 1. The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is now underway and you can sign up via payroll deductions. Our CFC code is 78205. This campaign is done through the United Way. Enrollment is now underway.
2. You can participate through RAZOO. http://razoofoundation.org/ and click on donate. This can be done any time of the year. (When you contribute here look for our former name “Huntsville Baptist Institute” 3. You can give through the Huntsville Bible College website. http://www.hbc1.edu and click on “On Line Giving” HBC has come a long way with your support, but we still have a long way to go. Please consider making a contribution through any of our available resources. ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE. PLEASE
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NOTE: ALL OF THESE CAMPAIGNS ARE UNIVERSAL AND CAN BE DESIGNATED TO HBC, SO YOU CAN TELL YOUR FRIENDS THAT ARE OUT OF TOWN. Eloise McNealey, Development Officer
*************************************************************************** Dr. Tellis Chapman Preaching @ Pine Grove MBC – Dec 4 & 5
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*************************************************************************** A Family Affair Catering and Soul Food Restaurant – OPEN IN NEW LOCATION – MADISON SQUARE MALL FOOD COURT Don't stress about what's for lunch. We invite you to come, "TASTE THE LOVE IN EVERY BITE! " at A Family Affair. Always available is your choice of Talapia, Whiting, Flounder or Catfish (cooked to order), chicken or pork chops with a variety of freshly prepared vegetarian friendly vegetables; a variety of popular short orders prepared upon request. A Family Affair Catering .....taste the love in every bite www.a-familyaffaircatering.com http://facebook.com/AFamilyAffairCatering 5901 University Drive Unit C-1 ~ PHONES: Alita 256-684-3611 or Annie 256-684-4424 ~ Follow us on twitter @A_FamilyAffair facebook /AFamilyAffairCatering instagram @afamilyaffaircatering_takeout foursquare A Family Affair
************************************************************************** OPPORTUNITY FOR EXTRA INCOME If you are interested in an opportunity that allows you to earn extra income, build your own online business and have access to amazing travel deals available only in the travel industry, please contact Ms. Candice Scruggs at the information provided below. If you would like to contact me for your personal travel booking needs i.e. flights, hotels, car rentals, or family and friend vacations, please contact me at the information below, or go to my personal booking website at
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www.christiantravels.paycationonline.com. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions! ~ Candice Scruggs, Certified Travel Agent (CTA) Booking: www.christiantravels.paycation.com Email: [email protected] & [email protected] Cell: (256)508-5473
*************************************************************************** UPDATED VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES – RED CROSS NORTH CENTRAL ALABAMA CHAPTER
The Red Cross desperately needs volunteers with skills in all areas! To get started as a volunteer follow these 4 easy steps! 1. Visit www.RedCross.org/Alabama and click on Volunteer, then select the "Be a Volunteer" link 2. Complete the Online Application. 3. Complete your Background Check. 4. Register for an Orientation Class. A local volunteer development representative will contact you with more information once you have completed the above steps
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MADISON COUNTY SHUTTLE Madison County Shuttle provides daily, scheduled shuttle service to and from nearby Nashville Airport for $39 each way when you book round trip. Our shuttle service covers strategic pick up points in Huntsville, Madison, Athens, Ardmore and on Redstone Arsenal. Our luxury coaches depart from central locations and take you directly to the terminal in Nashville. We now offer Lobby Front pickup for any office or hotel in and around Research Park and the JetPlex.
Economical: $39 each way for a total of $78
• A $52 Savings Over Driving Your Own Vehicle: 1. 110 miles @ $0.55/per mile one way 2. $9-$14 Parking Per Day 3. Total Cost of $130 for 1-Day Trip When You Drive Your Car
Convenient: No Driving – No Parking – No Crowded Buses Professional: Trained Drivers - High Quality Vehicles - A Better Way to Fly from Nashville Affordable: Cheaper Than Driving - Cheaper Than Flying Huntsville Airport - No Parking Fees - No Gas - No Wear and Tear on Your Vehicle SEE SCHEDULE: www.madisoncountyshuttle.com CALL FOR MORE INFO: (256) 287-5155
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3 of 5 Students in Malawi Don't Have a Desk or Chair ~ Every day, millions of children throughout Africa struggle to learn while sitting on the floor or on the ground outdoors. Giving them a desk, where they can write and concentrate, is the first step towards creating an educational system that attracts, and keeps, eager young students. Join the U.S. Fund for UNICEF and MSNBC's "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" in an ambitious campaign called K.I.N.D.: Kids in Need of Desks to provide tens of thousands of desks to hundreds of schools in Malawi. Donations may also be given toward the cost of a girl’s education/room & board in Malawi Lawrence O’Donnell – The Last Word www.lastworddesks.msnbc.com 1-800-4UNICEF 1-800-486-4233
************************************************************************** ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP BANQUET 12/7/14 – Dr. Gwendolyn E. Boyd, Guest Speaker The Rocket City Alumni Chapter of Alabama State University will host its Scholarship Banquet on December 7, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at the VBC North Hall (social hour beginning at 2:00 p.m.) The guest speaker will be the Reverend Dr. Gwendolyn E. Boyd, the first female president of the University. She will speak on the topic, "The Future of HBCUs." Tickets are $40. Joe Henderson, Chairperson Laura Chalk, Co-chairperson **************************************************************************
Close the gap this World AIDS Day
Huntsville, November 2014—World AIDS Day 2014 is an opportunity to harness the power of social change, to
put people first, and to close the gap! According to UNAIDS, ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 is possible, but
only by closing the gap between people who have access to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support
services, and people who are being left behind.
Community Faith Partners—individuals and organizations that work together to address HIV/AIDS in
Alabama—invite you to “close the gap” by supporting these World AIDS Day activities.
Friday, December 5 – Red Ribbon Awards Breakfast – 7:00-8:30 a.m.
Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church - Boone-Lacey Fellowship Hall - 315 Winchester Road NE,
Huntsville, AL 35811
Participants will enjoy a hearty breakfast, music by Alpha Phi Alpha Ensemble, and hear Georgian AIDS
Activist Shakira Desavoir deliver a thought-provoking message on AIDS-related stigma. Desavior has
been active in the AIDS arena for more than 12 years.
Friday, December 5 – WJAB 90.9FM - World AIDS Day Poetry Corner – 4:00-5:00 p.m.
This special World AIDS Day program with radio host Marcus Sims will feature poets and a guest
interview with Diane Anderson-Minshall, editor of HIVPlus Magazine. To listen online, go to
www.wjabfm.com and click WJAB Live Audio Stream.
Saturday, December 6 – Youth World AIDS Day Program – 5:00-7:00 p.m.
No More Dirty, Inc. - 5045 North Memorial Parkway, Suite B, Huntsville, AL 35810
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AIDS Activist Shakira Desavoir will deliver another empowering message to a younger audience. In
addition, poetry, dance, music, and a mini fashion show will be provided by local artists, including
Seasoned Salt, Keila Garvin, MsMeka DaPoet, Kevin “DJ Self Esteem” Haywood, Elevated Hip Hop
Group, Came to Praise Ministries Dance Group, Just Believe, Miracle, and Bianca Drake. A reception will
immediately follow.
Sunday, December 7 – Documentary Film: “deepsouth” – 5:00-7:00 p.m.
No More Dirty, Inc. - 5045 North Memorial Parkway, Suite B, Huntsville, AL 35810
World AIDS Day 2014 activities will conclude with a viewing of “deepsouth,” a documentary about the
impact of the AIDS epidemic in the lives of individuals living in the Southeast. Visit
www.deepsouthfilm.com for more information. A discussion and reception will immediately follow.
These events are free and open to the public. Visit www.facebook.com/CommunityFaithPartners to register
or send an e-mail to [email protected] ~ World AIDS Day 2014 partner organizations include
Alabama State Representative Laura Hall, the AIDS Action Coalition, Coffee House Poets, Diverse Educational
Life Training Activities, Inc., First Missionary Baptist Church, Madison County Public Health Department, No
More Dirty, Inc., and local radio stations WEUP and WJAB.
Contact Wendi Williams at (256) 372-4953, Judy Edmond at (256) 509-4252, or e-mail
[email protected] for more information.
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The local chapter of Mended Hearts meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday @ 6:30 p.m. @ the Dowdle Center, corner of Governor and Gallatin Streets. Mended Hearts is a support group for heart patients and their families. Our programs are open to everyone. Website: www.mendedheartshsv.org ~ Dr. Fredonia B. Williams, Mended Hearts – Huntsville Chapter 260 President, Regional Director for the Southern Region and National Visiting Chair
*************************************************************************** TUPPERWARE - For the Tupperware Lovers, this is the chance of a life time to get New Tupperware at the Tupperware Consultant's cost. I have a large inventory of Tupperware that I need to move at my cost. Please contact Sister Sandra Hyder-Wesley @ 256 508-9315 if you are interested in some of the items. We are set up @ the Limestone Flea Market (Northeast Wing) every Sat & Sun after Church Service
with Tupperware, Body Magic and Hair products. ~ Thanks for your support - Deacon Arthur & Sister Sandra Wesley
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PRAYER CONCERNS
FMBC MEMBERS HOSPITALIZED/IN REHAB OR SURGERY FACILITIES Brother Michael Elliott – HSV Hosp (Rm 735) Sister Lora Bass – Regency Rehabilitation Sister Catherine Hatchett – Millennium Nursing & Rehab Center (Rm 133)
********************************************************** FMBC MEMBERS SCHEDULED FOR SURGERY
********************************************************** RECUPERATING @ HOME (LOCAL) Sister Gloria Ayers – Recuperating from surgery Sister Willie Nell Carodine – Recuperating @ home after discharge from HealthSouth Sister Sandra Ward – Treated at Emergency Room & released
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Sister Sadie Bailey – celebrated her 94th
birthday Sunday 11/30/14
Sister Annie Rountree Sister Jessica Greene Sister Erlene Adams – Recuperating from surgery Sister Bettye Adams Minister James Cox – Recuperating from surgery Sister Lynell Moore Sister Jamia Shelby – Hopefully the baby will be here SOON! Keep praying! Sister Jean James – special prayer requested! Sister Vickie Debose – Please continue to pray for her Sister Kim Green Sister Sheryl Lunn Brother Ronald Waterford Brother Curtis Noland Sister Idella Cook Sister Ruby Jean Lynch Sister Ena Rose Green Sister Tonya Appkins Sister LaTekia Heard Sister Marquita Harris Sister Barbara Freeman Sister Shirley Armstead Brother Earl Phillips Sister Barbara Sue Jones Sister Laura Daniel Deacon Robert J. Walker, Jr. Sister Mary Steger Carroll Sister Beatrice Thompson Sister Lucille Hines – on FMBC MOW route
Sister Jessie Dorothy Thomas Brother Leonard Smith Sister Rosemary Brown Brother Carl Jackson Sister Betty Harris Sister Jewel Joiner AND ALL OTHER MEMBERS LISTED ON THE BULLETIN SICK & SHUT-IN LIST
******************************************************** RECUPERATING @ HOME (OUT OF THE CITY) Brother Benny Rogers, Sr. – recuperating @ his daughter Benita’s home (1754 Laurel Ridge Dr. - Conyers, GA
30094) ** NOTE NEW MAILING ADDRESS**
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NON-MEMBERS HOSPITALIZED OR IN HEALTHCARE/ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES- LOCAL Brother Roosevelt Conley’s cousin (Reverend Greg Woods) –– Recuperating from leg amputation – back @ Millennium
Sister Benbernetta Charles’ stepmother – Mrs. Queen Hentz – Millennium Nursing & Rehab Ctr Sister Sandra McCoy’s mother (Mrs. Mattie Davis) – MADISON MANOR – Rm 198 Sister Janet Pea’s mother (Mrs. Martha Stone) - Millennium Nursing & Rehab Center (Rm 209) Brother Paul Crittenden’s wife (Eliza M. Crittenden) – Big Spring Manor (Also the cousin of Sister Mary Brown) Sister Gracie Miller’s brother (Mr. Lloyd Jones) – Big Spring Specialty Care Ctr Sister Edna Cole’s friend (Ms. Cynthia Stevens) – Millennium Nursing & Rehab Center (Room 211) Sister Deloris C. Brown (wife of Rev. Willie T. Brown & a member of Church Street CPCA) –Regency Health Care Facility
************************************************** NON-MEMBERS HOSPITALIZED OR IN REHAB/NURSING FACILITIES - OUT-OF-TOWN Deacon Johnny McAlpine’s cousin (Mr. George Alpine of Gadsden) – UAB Hospital (ICU) – comatose in critical condition Sister Bobbie Moore’s father (Mr. John Kirby) – Recently placed in National Health Care Facility in Chattanooga, TN (under hospice care) ***PRAISE REPORT – Mr. John Kirby gave his life to Christ on Tues 11/11/14 as Bobbie witnessed to him! GLORY, GLORY HALLELUJAH! Sisters Kim Green & Tracy Swint’s cousin (Maurice Thomas) – Recuperating from back surgery Sister Lajeannia Lacey’s aunt (Mrs. Mattie James of Dayton, OH) – beginning physical therapy for severe stroke
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Brother Willie Cheatham’s mother & Sister Annie Cheatham’s mother-in-law (Mrs. Ethel Cheatham of Greenville, AL) – Transferred to rehab after hospitalization/Continue to pray for her Sister Valisa Crenshaw’s mother, Mrs. Daisy Goden – Health Care/Rehab Facility – Undergoing chemotherapy treatment Deacon Alfred Moore’s mother (Mrs. Bettie Moore) – discharged from hospital/back at National Health Care Facility (Rehab/Nursing Home) - Chattanooga, TN Brother Bobby Thigpen’s mother & Sister Linda Thigpen’s mother-in-law (Mrs. Helen Thigpen) – Health Care Facility in Thomasville, AL Minister Priscilla Montgomery’s aunt (Mrs. Clara Robinson of Oakland, CA) – Transferred to Sacramento area nursing facility (her husband is also in that facility) Sister Laura Daniel’s son-in law (Anthony Vaughn - Nelda's husband) – in Dallas area rehab facility
************************************************ ADDITIONAL PRAYER CONCERNS Families affected by violence and the violent deaths of their loved ones – in Ferguson, MO, Cleveland, OH and other cities Students, teachers, administrators & support staff Troubled marriages, homeless persons, hurting families, persons suffering from emotional/psychiatric problems, unemployed, cancer patients, caregivers & those suffering from other illnesses Dr. Olivia Sanders – Recuperating @ home following surgery Mrs. Martha Lowman of Columbus, GA (Stage 3 cancer patient) – Prayer requested by Brother Sam Morris Rev. G.W. Lindsey, Jr.’s sister-in-law (Mrs. Lula Lindsey) – broke her arm in a fall Deacon Anthony Adams’ father (Deacon Doctor Adams, Sr.) – Recuperating @ home in South Carolina after hospitalization & rehab Rev. Bobby Jones (Associate Minister @ Pentecostal House of Prayer in Decatur – Recuperating @ home after triple bypass surgery Sister Irene Jolly’s sister (Louise Tate) – Recuperating @ home after hospitalization
Minister Mary Posey requests prayer for her sister Dorine Minister Priscilla Montgomery's sister (Mae Washington) - undergoing chemotherapy for advanced cancer treatment in Oakland, CA Sister Stephanie Scruggs Gilkes – recuperating at home after hospitalization (daughter of Reverend Endia & Elder Eddie Scruggs) Sister Anna Dumas’ daughter Myra Minister Louise Freeman’s first-cousin (Reverend Sadie Dobbins Henderson) - critically ill in Centre, AL Minister Mary Posey & Deacon Richard Twitty’s mother (Mrs. Jennie Powell) - Recuperating from surgery @ the Posey’s home Sister Vanessa Austin – having serious health issues Sister Bobbie Moore’s stepmother (Mrs. Elnora Kirby of Chattanooga, TN) – Recently lost her sight Ms. LuAnne Simond (Senior Center Meals on Wheels Coordinator) – Recuperating from brain surgery – Please lift her in prayer! Sister Lajeannia Lacey requests prayer for her G-6 manager/coworker, COL Gerald and Tonya Daniels – in the sudden loss of their 38 year-old son to Sickle Cell Disease Sister Marsha Flakes Pope requests continued prayer for her sister-in-law (Hazel Schaffer of St. Louis) – battling return of cancer Sister Judy Edmond’s sister (Mrs. Marvel Jackson) – improving from serious injuries (mother of Tomeka Jackson, former FMBC member) Sister Karen Rogers-Moore’s niece (Ms. Emily Anderson) – recuperating from surgery Brother Dale Boyd’s brother (Ronnie Boyd) – Recuperating @ home after cardiac bypass surgery Bishop Kenneth Tate (Pastor of New Shiloh Church Ministries) Minister Arnatta Poole’s first-cousin (Ms. Jatuan Gibson, a speaker at a previous FMBC Congregational Care Mtg - Stockbridge, GA – cancer treatment going well Sister Shirley Talley’s mother (Mrs. Georgia Edwards) Brother Sam Morris’ mother (Mrs. Jessie Mae Morris of McGhee, AR) – Recuperating @ home after hospitalization in Little Rock Mr. Weldon Gideon Willow Run Towers Sister Idella Cook’s mother (Mrs. Betty Logan) Sister Sandra McCoy’s 31 year-old nephew (Michael Arrington of Houston, TX) – Making progress from massive stroke/partially paralyzed/now able to speak & do limited walking Sister Pam Harris’ father (Mr. C.J. Phillips) – Recuperating @ home after hospitalization; Continue to pray for him! Sister Lavon Fail’s father (Mr. John Miller of Toxey, AL) – Recuperating @ home after hospitalization & rehab Sister Dellonda Moss-Walker’s mother (Mrs. Geraldine Moss) – Recuperating @ home following hospitalization & rehab
Rev Carlisle Hammonds’ cousin (Chantaye Cowan) – Recuperating @ home following hospitalization
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Rev. G. W. Lindsey, Jr.’s niece (Maliaka Lindsey of Boston, MA) – discharged from Beth Israel Hosp – still having neurological problems Mr. Gerald Tucker Ms. Teresa Stokes of Nashville – recuperating from stoke (sister of Ms. Crystal Shell) Sister Mildred Morris’ brother & Brother Sam Morris brother-in-law (Mr. Herbert Short) – Doing well from back surgery & appreciates prayers of FMBC family Tony McKenzie – Recuperating @ home following hospitalization (Brother of Reginald McKenzie, owner of Shark’s) Brother Robert Malone’s brother & Sister Pearl Malone’s brother-in-law (Curtis Malone) – seriously ill in Texarkana, TX Kayla Snodgrass – (daughter of Brother Kevin & Sister Dinah Snodgrass & granddaughter of Sister Eleanor Snodgrass) Brother Jerry Jackson’s first-cousin (Minister Julia Pink Russell) – In rehab @ Floyd County Hospital – Rome, GA Sister Janice M. Hatcher’s son (Jeremy Miller) Brother Alton Richardson’s friend (Mr. Clifford Roundtree) – a bone marrow transplant patient Sister Kimberley Wilson Sister Karen Waterford’s friend (Mrs. Juanetta Brent) & her family for their “general well-being” (long life, good health and strength) Deacon Eddie Williams’ mother (Mrs. Alecia Pettigrew) – Tyler, TX Sister Karen Waterford’s aunt (Saundra Douglas) – Recuperating from amputation of both legs. Please continue to pray for Sandra, her family, and Karen’s mother (Velma Scales) Mom as they all go through this together. Sister Karen Waterford’s sister (Marva Campbell) – Still recuperating from broken wrists/will be in casts for another months/returned to work on “light duty” Sister Janice Brazile’s brother (Willie Randy Holloway) – Recuperating @ home in Las Vegas, NV Brother Sam Morris’ nephew (Mr. Jesse L. Burton – Pine Bluff, AR) – Recuperating @ home (expects a 4 month recovery time) Rev. Carlisle Hammonds requests prayer for: His niece (Paulette D’Alessandro) – recuperating from hip surgery locally; his nephew (Mark Hammonds of Canal Winchester, OH) – pending surgery & facing complicating health issues; & his cousin (Miracle Sturtevant of Clarksville, TN) – undergoing breast cancer treatment Sister Tracy Swint’s friend Stacy’s husband (Walter Jones) – Recuperating at home from emergency surgery (continued prayer requested) One of my local “prayer partners” who is experiencing some serious challenges Deacon Leonard Harris’ mother (Mrs. Voncyle Harris of Camp Hill, AL) Brother Roosevelt Carter’s sister (Mrs. Erma Snyder of Shelby County, AL) – Undergoing chemotherapy Brother Byron Gilkes’ sister & Sister Stephanie Scruggs Gilkes’ sister-in-law (Laura Gilkes Mack of Clinton, MD) – Recuperating & undergoing rehab @ home - [Byron & Stephanie are members of Madkins Chapel] Sister Doris Triplett’s son (Al Malik Shabazz of Pine Bluff, AR) Reverend Michael & Brother Carlton Rice’s aunt (Mrs. Annie V. King of Houston, TX) & cousin (Reverend Willie Smith, Jr.) Brother Roosevelt Conley’s stepfather (Mr. Wendell Holmes) Sister Yvernia Barnes’ brother (Mr. Charles Turner) – Recuperating from surgery at home Sisters Joyce Martin, Sandra Dickerson & Bertha Dickerson’s niece (Attorney Adina Parson) Sister Annie Cheatham’s mother (Mrs. Mattie Johnson) – Doing well after hospitalization Brother Willie & Sister Annie Cheatham’s sister-in-law (Mrs. Stacy Cheatham) – Clarksville, TN Sister Veronica Curtis requests prayer for Ann Smiley (who is battling cancer) & her parents (caregivers for Ann & her young son) Rev. Hernandez Ford’s wife (Terry Ford) – Rev. Ford is Pastor of Zion Progress Missionary Baptist Church Reverend Jonathan Snodgrass’ & Brother Dante Snodgrass’ mother (Mrs. Margie Snodgrass) Rev. Robert Shanklin Dr. Wilma Johnson (Pastor of New Prospect MBC – Detroit, MI & FMBC 2013 Women’s Day Preacher) Joseph Clark – son of Sister Ozella Mahone’s co-worker (experiencing serious “issues”) Brother George Merritt – member of FBC Governors Drive Brother Kirby Stevenson’s mother Latoya Davis – diabetic woman with “serious housing issues” who requested the prayers of FMBC family Sister Judy Edmond requests prayer for Sister Mary Carter of Harvest, AL (widow of the late Reverend Wade Carter, Jr.) Deacon Joe Lampley’s niece – Jennifer Lampley (Brundidge, AL) – multiple health issues (recovering slowly); continued prayer requested Sister Tracy Swint’s co-worker’s father (Reverend Harvest Thompson - Pastor - Bethel PBC in Gurley – released from UAB & recuperating @ home. The family is grateful for the prayers of the FMBC family. Reverend Marion Poole Brother Donald Thompson’s sister (Mrs. Azella Kemp) of North Carolina Dr. Clarence Glenn (local veterinarian) – Relocated to Florida Sister Bobbi Reed (daughter of former FMBC member Stephna Reed) Brother Jerry L. Jackson’s cousin (Cassandra Dorsey) – Slowly recuperating @ home following lengthy rehab
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Brother Clyde Foster Brother Robert & Sister Harriet Clark request prayer for their son (Brother Julian Clark) and for their family Sister Detra Blue’s father, Deacon Willie B. Battle
************************************************ FMBC BEREAVEMENT CONCERNS Pray for these families and others who are still dealing with grief and depression following the death of loved ones…Remember—there is NO STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS on grief! For helpful resources on dealing with grief (including signing up for daily emails), go to: www.griefshare.org
Funeral service for Sister Heather Humphrey’s mother (Mrs. Cynthia Lowe Hicks) was Tues 12/2/14 @ 12:00 noon at Morgan Funeral Chapel – Attalla, AL - http://www.morganfuneralchapel.com/ ~ NEWSPAPER OBIT & PHOTO – GADSDEN TIMES: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/gadsdentimes/obituary.aspx?n=Cynthia-Lowe-Hicks&pid=173329277 ~ In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lupus Foundation of America in the memory of Cynthia Lowe Hicks. Memorial service for Sister Shirley Buford’s sister & Sister Carolyn Parker’s cousin (Mrs. Verna C. King of Aberdeem, MD) will be Wed 12/3/14 @ 12:00 noon @ Nelms Memorial Funeral Home (www.nelmsmemorial.net) – Interment of ashes at Northside Cemetery. NEWSPAPER OBIT NOTICE – THE HUNTSVILLE TIMES: http://obits.al.com/obituaries/huntsville/obituary.aspx?n=verna-c-king&pid=173309180&fhid=17497 Memorial service for Deacon Robert Davy’s aunt (Mrs. Ivy Matthews of Ft. Lauderdale, FL) will be Fri 12/5/14 @ 10:00 a.m. @ Elijah Bells Worship Center. (Elijah Bell Funeral Services – 3750 N. State Road 7 – Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319 – Phone: 954-714-6080 - http://www.elijahbellsfuneralservices.com/) Funeral service for Sister Thelma Townsend’s father & Sister MeChelle Townsend’s grandfather (Elder John B. Townsend, Sr.) will be Sat 12/6/14 @ 11:00 a.m. @ Taylor’s Chapel P. B. Church. (Nelms Memorial Funeral Home – www.nelmsmemorial.net) ~ NEWSPAPER OBIT & PHOTO – THE HSV TIMES: http://obits.al.com/obituaries/huntsville/obituary.aspx?n=elder-john-b-townsend&pid=173346729&fhid=17497 Funeral service for Deacon Johnny McAlpine’s aunt (Mrs. Ceola McAlpine) will be Sat 12/6/14 @ 11:00 a.m. @ Ebenezer Baptist Church - Forkland (Greene County), AL. (Larkin & Scott Funeral Home – 510 E. Jefferson Street – Demopolis, AL 36732 - http://www.larkinandscott.com/fh/home/home.cfm?fh_id=10412) ~~ Mrs. McAlpine had been on the FMBC Update prayer list for close to 3 weeks. NEWSPAPER OBIT NOTICE – THE TUSCALOOSA NEWS: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/tuscaloosa/obituary.aspx?n=Ceola-McAlpine&pid=173365890 Funeral service for Deacon Johnny McAlpine’s cousin (Mr. Johnny Pelt) will be Sun 12/7/14 in Forkland (Greene County), AL. (Larkin & Scott Funeral Home – 510 E. Jefferson Street – Demopolis, AL 36732 - http://www.larkinandscott.com/fh/home/home.cfm?fh_id=10412) Funeral service for Reverend G.W. Lindsey, Jr.’s brother-in-law & Sister Bonita Lindsey-Ford’s uncle (Mr. Roosevelt James of Cleveland, OH) will be Sat 12/6/14 @ 10:00 a.m. @ the Greater Prayer Tower –
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2606 Martin L. King Drive – Cleveland, OH 44104. (Calhoun Funeral Home – 23000 Rockside Road – Bedford Heights, OH 44146 ~ http://www.calhounfuneral.com/ ~ NEWSPAPER OBIT & PHOTO – CLEVELAND PLAIN DEALER: http://obits.cleveland.com/obituaries/cleveland/obituary.aspx?n=roosevelt-james&pid=173364431&fhid=15547 Funeral service for Sister Lillie Winston’s nephew (Mr. Willie Sanders) will be announced later. He is also the first-cousin of Brothers Reginald & Stephen Winston.
NON-MEMBER BEREAVEMENT CONCERN Funeral service for Deacon George Boone will be Sat 12/6/14 @ 1:00 p.m. @ Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. VISITATION: Sat 12/6/14 from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. @ the church. (Royal Funeral Home – www.royalfh.com) ~ Deacon Boone is the father of Bishop George Calvin Boone, Pastor of New Life Praise & Worship Center – 3816 Oakwood Avenue – Huntsville, AL. NEWSPAPER OBIT & PHOTO– THE HUNTSVILLE TIMES: http://obits.al.com/obituaries/huntsville/obituary.aspx?n=george-boone&pid=173345990&fhid=23832 Funeral service for Mrs. Suzie Crawford Caudle will be Sat 12/6/14 @ 1:00 p.m. @ Progressive Union MBC. VISITATION: Fri 12/5/14 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. @ Nelms. NEWSPAPER OBIT NOTICE & PHOTO – THE HUNTSVILLE TIMES: http://obits.al.com/obituaries/huntsville/obituary.aspx?n=suzie-caudle&pid=173359861 **********************************************************
CONFINED TO HEALTH-CARE/NURSING/ASSISTED LIVING/REHAB FACILITIES (Remember to pray for these persons) Brother Samuel Martin - Gardens of Madison – 372 Jimmy Fisk Rd – Hazel Green, AL 35750; Brother Paul Crittenden– Floyd Tut Fann Veterans Home; Sisters Ruby Brown, Mildred Seay, & Cora Johnson, (Valley View Nursing/Rehab Center); **********************************************************
MEMBERS OUT OF THE CITY
Sister Carita Mitchell -------Temporary address: 8480 Limekiln Pike, Apt # 1105/Building #3, Wyncote, PA 19095 Sister Georgia McCloud ------- 2941 Blue Grass Lane - Decatur, GA 30034-3312
Sisters Thelma & Yvette Sharpe – Address unknown
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PLEASE PRAY FOR PERSONS SERVING IN THE ARMED FORCES WORLD-WIDE & CIVILIANS ASSIGNED OVERSEAS Deacon Ernie & Sister Mary Robinson’s grandson (Leron Robinson, Jr) – Arrived home in Virginia Beach, VA 11/15/14 after tour-of-duty on the George H.W. Bush carrier in the Persian Gulf Airman DeTanion Blackburn (enlisted in Navy July 2013) - assigned to the USS Nimitz in Everett, Washington. He is the son of Sister KriSonya Blackburn, grandson of Sister Barbara Blackburn & the great-grandson of Deacon Leonard & Sister Gussie Jackson. * Brother Tyrin Mosby – Left for U.S. Army on 7/28/14 – to be stationed in South Carolina * Second Lieutenant Benjamin Bonner (U.S. Army) – Fort Campbell, KY (son of Brother Doug & Sister Janie Bonner) *SPC Erik Petty – Back safely in USA after tour of duty in Afghanistan * Ellisia McCraw– (daughter of Sister Lisa McCraw) – Stationed at an Arkansas military base * Former member Retired SFC David Wayne Elliott (son of Louis & Oneda Elliott) - currently working in Afghanistan *Brother Maurice Sharpe
*Brother William Aboko-Cole, Jr.
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CHUCKLE FOR TODAY: There are many businesses that are home to resident
cats. One particular bar in our neighborhood has a very well-groomed resident cat who is quite friendly. In fact, the owner has a rule that no customer may
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order a drink without having the kitty sit in his lap and groom herself for a
while. He wants to be sure that all his customers can hold their “licker”. *********************************************************
Berachah!
Earla Lockhart – Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Staff Minister for Congregational Care - FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH – www.fmbc.org 3509 Blue Spring Road – Huntsville, AL 35810
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