Jan
22
2008
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TUESDAY, 1/22/08

I waited a little later to post today as I wanted to visit the hospitals first in order to give an up to the minute report.  Miss Exie Woods was some better.  She recognized me, held my hand during our visit, and nodded when I asked her questions. 

Vaughn Womack was taken about 8:45AM for a 10:00AM procedure to place the port in his shoulder area.  If all goes well, they will begin his treatment soon. 

The funeral service for Buddy Poiroux, Gerald’s brother, will take place tomorrow afternoon at 2:00PM from Serenity Funeral Home.  There will be a two hour visitation prior to the service. 

The funeral service for Jackie Roe, Vic Burnett’s mother, will take place Thursday, 1/24, in Ashland, KY, at 1:00PM.  You can read the obituary online at the Ashland Daily Independent newspaper (www.dailyindependent.com).  You can also go to www.steenfuneralhomes.com to sign the guest book expressing your prayer support for this family. 

I read late last night where a Swedish University has received $590,000 to study the effects on the ozone when cows belch!  (Personally, I am wondering if any folks from Michigan State and/or Auburn will be involved in this cutting edge research) The thinking is that the greenhouse effect has been caused in part by cows and their belching.  Of course, this research is already taking place in Canada so they will confer with them to compare notes.  I was wondering why I haven’t heard from Mark Mast in the last few weeks and now I know! 

I am going to a meeting about GRACE Ministries and the Alabama Baptist partnership with Guatemala.  Reggie Quimby who oversees all of the mission work for Alabama Baptists will be present for this meeting along with several others.  Hopefully, more Alabama Baptist Churches will be able to use the mission house in the coming years. 

I hope you have a great rest of this Tuesday with Jesus.

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Jan
21
2008
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MONDAY, 1/21/08 II

First, I learned as I was driving to Mobile this morning that Buddy Poiroux, Gerald’s brother, passed away at 5:30AM today.  Obviously, the arrangements are incomplete but this family needs our prayer support. 

Second, I wrote this morning that Miss Exie Woods was aware of her surroundings but that seems to have changed too.  I visited with her sons, Thomas & Phil, as she was gone for a test.  Thomas said she was seemingly non-responsive early this morning. 

Third, I forgot to mention that Willie Pierre’s surgery this past Friday went well.  I don’t have full report but do know the family was pleased with the initial reports. 

Fourth, I also didn’t mention the fact that the authorities have found what appears to be the body of the fourth child thrown from the Dauphin Island bridge on 1/7/08.  This body was found some 120 miles away in Louisiana.  Pray for this family as they can now have some closure with the burial of these four children. 

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Jan
21
2008
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MONDAY, 1/21/08

Our weekend was filled with various happenings and a continued moving of God in our services.  First, we thank God for the public profession of faith made by Korie Fontenot in our 10:30AM worship service after she had prayed to receive Jesus as her personal Savior in her Sunday School class. 

The GRACE meal went well and thanks to those who prepared it and those who participated in it.  Our next GRACE meal will take place on March 9. 

Our students went late night bowling last night and they had a great time.  We had a good number of adults serve as chaperones for this event and they were definitely needed as we used three buses to transport the students to and from the bowling center.  Thanks to all those who helped in any way! 

Word came to us yesterday morning via Kerry Woods that his grandmother, Exie Woods, has apparently suffered a stroke.  Her right side is paralyzed and she is unable to communicate verbally.  She is aware of her surroundings.  Please pray for Miss Exie and her family during this time. 

Vic Burnett asked us during the early service yesterday to pray for her mother in Ohio who had apparently suffered a stroke also.  She and Tim then received a call that Miss Jackie Roe was in critical condition so they began to ready for a trip to Ohio.  As they were about to leave around 4:00PM yesterday, the call came from Vicki’s brother that their mother had passed away.  Please pray for Tim, Vic, and the entire family. 

The doctors have plans to insert a port into Vaughn Womack’s shoulder area early this morning and begin chemotherapy treatments this afternoon.  Pray that all goes well in this procedure and treatment.  Vaughn’s potassium and magnesium levels were too low for this to happen last Friday. 

Gerald Poiroux’s brother, Buddy, is seemingly lingering near death’s door in his battle with cancer.  Gerald & Brenda have been staying in the Thomasville area with Buddy during these days.  Pray for the Poiroux family. 

Wendy Johnston did well during her surgery but the doctors did have to do the old fashion type surgery instead of the scope.  She was in a great deal of pain on Saturday afternoon when I visited her.  She was thinking that she might be going home today so keep praying for her too.

Jim Sciple was at an Upward game Saturday and in Sunday School yesterday after having double by-pass surgery nine days earlier.  Amazing how men recover so quickly!

We have a plan in place to accommodate all of the students wishing to attend the Wild Week camp this summer.  We will have a very, very important meeting for parents and students immediately following the 6:00PM service this Sunday, 1/27. 

Speaking of Sunday evening, Mitchell Fox will be sharing with us during that service about some of things he has been through and what God is doing in his life.  I hope you will come hear this testimony. 

I received an e-mail from Dave & Donna Westhouse last night.  They are leading the team that is presently in Guatemala and everything is going good despite one delayed flight, lost luggage, and one lost passport (now found).  Pray for them as they continue to minister through this Thursday.   

Sorry for this being so long.  I hope you will have a great Monday with Jesus. 

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Jan
18
2008
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FRIDAY, 1/18/08

This entry is coming from the Le Pavillon Hotel in New Orleans, LA.  Lisa and I drove over late yesterday afternoon in order to be here for Willie Pierre’s surgery.  Originally, it was scheduled to be an early surgery but now has been set for 11:00AM.  Pray for Willie as this is a serious surgery. 

Wendy Johnston is having surgery in Mobile this morning.  Bro. Kerry is with Wendy and her family during this procedure.  Pray for Wendy. 

Exie Woods remains hospitalized as does Vaughn Womack.  The visitation for John Smith is tonight at 1st Baptist. 

The team from Moline, MI traveling to Guatemala yesterday placed 20 folks on Delta and 20 folks on Continental.  The ones on Continental went through Houston and arrived on time.  However, the ones on Delta went through Atlanta and the weather forced them to leave Grand Rapids late which means they missed their connection in ATL.  So, hopefully they will arrive in Guatemala shortly after noon today. 

Members of the Friendship family are asked to remember the GRACE meal this Sunday.  Also, the deadline for paying the various deposits i.e. summer GRACE trips, Wild Week is January 30th.  That also is the deadline for students to turn in their order forms for the gourmet apples. 

Game night and late night bowling take place this Sunday night. 

Lisa and I are scheduled to get home at some point this afternoon and then we will be joined by the seven girls (11 – 12 year olds) from our Upward team for a slumber party!  We should be in great shape for our 8:00AM game tomorrow! 

I hope you will have a great day with Jesus.   

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Jan
17
2008
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VAUGHN WOMACK

Larry Whitehurst just called me to give an update on Vaughn Womack.  The doctor told him this morning that the leukemia he has is the most aggressive kind a person can have.  They are moving Vaughn to another hospital in Mobile and will begin treatments immediately.  Please pray for Vaughn and his family. 

Also, I listed the wrong time for John Smith’s funeral in my earlier entry today.  The correct time is 10:00AM on Saturday, 1/19.  I apologize for the error! 

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Jan
17
2008
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THURSDAY, 1/17/08

Yesterday was a wet and cold day but we had a great day in our respective Bible studies and worship.  Ralph Rimmer taught our senior high students and did a good job.  Thanks Ralph! 

Our students will be having a game night/late night bowling combo this Sunday night.  Church attendance in the evening service is a must and we will return to the church at 1:00AM.  All students are encouraged to attend and bring a friend!

Miss Exie Woods had a rough day yesterday with an elevated temperature.  Edna Morgan did fine through her surgery.  Jackie Goff is scheduled for surgery today.  Wendy Johnston & Willie Pierre are scheduled for surgery tomorrow.  Vaughn Womack has luekemia.  John Smith’s funeral service will be Saturday morning at 10:00AM from 1st Baptist.  Pray for all of these respective needs. 

The team from Moline, MI depart today for a week of ministry in Guatemala.  Pray for them as they travel and then do ministry.  By the way, Reggie Quimby, who is one of our state missionaries and leads the Alabama Baptist/Guatemala partnership, visited the L.G. Camp, Jr. mission house yesterday and came away impressed.   

A GRACE meal will be served this Sunday immediately following the 10:30AM service.  The proceeds help our high school students going to Guatemala this summer.  Our students are also selling gourmet apples for Valentine’s Day. 

Ken Freeman will be with us the dates of Sunday, 2/10, through Wednesday, 2/13.  Pray frevently for these days of revival. 

I hope you will have a great day with Jesus. 

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Jan
16
2008
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WEDNESDAY, 1/16/08

Today is a wet Wednesday in Grand Bay.  We have enjoyed some beautiful days recently but we can surely use the rain.  I am thankful to God for His providing what we need when we need it! 

The law enforcement officers are calling the death of John Smith a homicide.  John, 67 years old, was found inside his business Monday night.   John was a very active member of First Baptist Grand Bay serving as a deacon, treasurer, and Sunday School teacher.  His wife, Sheryl, is a teacher at Grand Bay Middle School.  The authorities are now looking for John’s van which was stolen.  Pray for the Smith family during this most difficult time. 

Also pray that the authorities/volunteers can find the body of the fourth child from last week’s terrible incident on the Dauphin Island bridge.  Today’s weather is going to make the search much more difficult.  What a tragedy!

Edna Morgan will be having surgery today.  Exie Woods was better yesterday but remains hospitalized.  Vera Bosarge’s brother has prostate cancer and will be undergoing surgery on February 19.  Jim Sciple continues to recover at home.  Pray for these folks!

Dave & Donna Westhouse will lead a team of 40 from Moline, MI to Guatemala tomorrow.  These folks are a very vital part of GRACE Ministries and have been partnering with us for the past several years.  They do an excellent job of ministering to the Guatemalans.  Pray for them as they make those last minute preparations today. 

Jason Westbrook celebrated his 50th birthday this past Saturday and then I read where the Smurfs are turning fifty years old in 2008.  Coincidence?  You decide!  By the way, Troy & Sommer Brock celebrated their wedding anniversary this past Saturday while Michael & Alisia Crawley celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary yesterday.  Happy birthday/anniversary to these folks!

It is reported that fourteen percent of all Americans surveyed say they have seen a UFO.  Folks in a Texas town are all in an uproar right now as they have reportedly seen one a repeated number of times in recent weeks.  Most reported UFO sightings are in California, Colorado, and Texas. 

I hope you will have a great Wednesday with Jesus! 

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Jan
15
2008
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TUESDAY, 1/15/08

Jim Sciple did in fact come home from the hospital Sunday morning.  (He had actually left a message on my cell phone but I didn’t check my messages until yesterday afternoon – I check my cell phone messages once a week whether I need to or not!)  I received an e-mail from him yesterday and he was giving God all of the glory for His protection and watchcare.  Continue to pray for Jim.

Miss Exie Woods continues to be hospitalized and she is very weak.  She is such a sweet lady and certainly needs our continued prayer support.  Emogene Rivere did not have heart surgery last Friday but did have a heart cath.  They were doing a procedure yesterday to check for possible blockages in her legs. 

I received a phone call and an e-mail around 10:00PM last night telling me of a possible murder in Grand Bay.  As of this morning (5:30AM), there is no story on the internet about this so I am going to wait before sharing the name and details.  My source is very reliable so I know the person is deceased.  He was a very active member of a sister church in Grand Bay.  I have known him for twenty plus years.  Pray for that family. 

I want to thank the folks who took the time to attend the student ministry committee meeting last night.  In my opinion, that was a productive time.  Please begin praying now for the dates of February 10 – 13 as we will host Evangelist Ken Freeman. 

We will have a GRACE meal this Sunday.  We are not pre-selling tickets but do want to encourage our folks to participate in this meal.  The menu will be roast and all of the trimmings.  Our students going to Guatemala will be selling gourmet apples too for Valentine’s Day. 

Mark Mast added a comment to yesterday’s entry which goes back to T. Garrett’s questions about debt and investing.  You will do well to read his comments. 

I hope that you will have a great Tuesday with Jesus. 

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Jan
14
2008
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MONDAY, 1/14/08

This week’s Bible readings are as follows:  today Genesis 40 – 42, Tuesday 43 – 45, Wednesday 46 – 48, Thursday 49 – 50 (one book completed – congratulations!), Friday Exodus 1 – 4, Saturday 5 – 7, Sunday 8 – 10. 

We had a good day yesterday with the highlight being Ryan Sessions making a public profession of faith in the 10:30AM service.  That service also saw several folks making other decisions and the evening service saw a good number of folks at the altar.  It is always a wonderful thing to see the Spirit of God moving in our services.  We give Him the glory for all He is doing! 

We had a good, albeit brief, meeting about our Summer ’08 GRACE Ministries trips.  Simply put, all persons signed up must pay their deposit by January 30.  We have a few openings on two of our trips so contact me if you are interested. 

Jim Sciple was supposed to come home from the hospital yesterday and I am assuming that he did.  Miss Exie Woods was readmitted to the hospital on Saturday but was showing signs of improvement yesterday.  She has had a tough go of it for the past six weeks.  Emogene Rivere (Janice Smith’s sister) had heart surgery on Friday and is not doing so well.  Pray for Jim, Miss Exie, & Emogene. 

We have four members of the Friendship family scheduled for surgery this week – Edna Morgan (Wed), Jackie Goff (Thur), Wendy Johnston (Fri), and Willie Pierre (Fri in New Orleans).  Pray for these respective procedures. 

Jim Aldridge’s mother passed away on New Year’s Eve.  She lived in the Syracuse, NY area and they had a memorial service there.  Yesterday afternoon, Jim and his family had a private memorial service in his home.  Pray for Jim, Bev, and the family during this time. 

The members of our student committee (middle school and senior high) are asked to attend a meeting tonight at 6:30PM in the student ministry building. 

I hope you have a great Monday with Jesus! 

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Jan
10
2008
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READ THE BIBLE THROUGH IN 2008

I have gotten several requests for the reading assignments in order to stay on track to read through the Bible in 2008.  Here is where you need to read today and for the following three days:

Today:  Genesis 28 – 30
Friday, 1/11: Genesis 31 – 33
Saturday, 1/12: Genesis 34 – 36
Sunday, 1/13: Genesis 37 – 39

Monday, 1/14, I will list the week’s reading selections.  Thanks for your interest!  Haven’t started yet?  Don’t worry, just begin with today’s selection and you can catch up later. 

Several folks from TN have asked if we had any picture book since they can’t. . .  Well, you get the picture! 

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