Pastor's Blog

The soccer games scheduled for this Friday evening, 10/2, and Saturday morning, 10/3, have been postponed.  See the Friendship sports page for the details.

An even later entry.  (Strange thing is that I distinctly remember posting an entry early this morning.  Oh well!)

Tina Sprinkle’s father, John Wayne Bosarge, was admitted to the hospital yesterday.  He is better today.  Pray for John Wayne.

Our daughter, Dana, was discharged from the hospital late yesterday afternoon.  Thank you for praying for her.

Regular worship schedule on our campus today.

A nice surprise for tonight.  Beginning at 5:15PM everyone is invited to come for a hamburger and/or hotdog supper.  The respective services & classes will begin at 6:00PM.  Pass the word!

I pray that you will have a great Wednesday with Jesus.

Late entry.  My apologies.

Keep praying for Sandra Francisco and Donnie Felps in their respective health situations.

Our daughter, Dana, was admitted to the hospital last night due to some concerns regarding her pregnancy.  We are in a “wait and see” mode right now.  She has begun dilating.  She has an infection.  She is pregnant.  It will be a boy or a girl.  I have told you all I know.  We ask for prayers.

Deidra and the girls should arrive here around noon or early afternoon today.  They will basically stop by for a cup of coffee and then head North.

Thank you to folks who have been so gracious in your calls, emails, iMessages, et cetera.  I will reply to each one although it may take me a few days to do so.  I planned on beginning the process last night but this baby thing threw the proverbial wrench in those plans.

Our grandson, Asher, is playing Fall baseball.  This is his first exposure to playing baseball and last night was his third game.  He was hitless in games one and two but got a nice single up the middle last night.  Can you say, “happy camper?”  We were happy for him.

I am now being told there will be some type of “get out of town” fellowship on Sunday afternoon, 10/18.  My preference would simply be to preach that Sunday morning and evening and then come home.  I think the deacons do not want to have to listen to me preach one more time so this fellowship was planned.  Just saying!  They are missing the opportunity for a good nap!  I guess more details will be coming.

I went to Evergreen yesterday afternoon because we needed some things from the Conecuh store.  I am in the parking lot and I hear “Bro. Teddy” and there stood Johnathan, Jamie & Jo Anna Jo Jordan.  Danni was in the vehicle fast asleep.  I left for home before them but it did not take long for lead foot to pass me like I was sitting still.  Where are the troopers when you need them?  (Asking for a friend!)

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

Sandra Francisco will have some medical tests done today.  She is nervous. Please join me in praying for Sandra.  Pray for good results.

Donnie Felps remains at home but is physically weak.  Keep praying for Donnie. Pray for Marisa too.  She is a great wife to Donnie.

Charles Clark did come home from the hospital.  He is much improved but, honestly, that does not mean he is jumping fences.  He came to lunch yesterday but I am not sure if he even ate anything and he only sipped on a very small amount of coffee.  Thank you for praying for Charles.

I am very thankful to each person to each person who helped with yesterday afternoon’s fellowship at Presley’s Outing.  Our deacons and their wives get an A+ for doing so well. Unfortunately, the attendance was significantly down from previous years.  However, we saw four baptisms and the folks seemed to enjoy themselves.  I am also very thankful to Lynn Presley for being such a kind and gracious host.

Yesterday marked by paternal grandmother’s one hundred and twenty-eighth birthday.  Now, the date of 9/27 will hold another reason of significance in my life.  I am humbled by the spoken words, calls, emails, iMessages, et cetera shared with me yesterday.  Thank you!

So, what are my plans for today.  Normal day with one exception.  I have to find my reading glasses!  LOL!  (I am using Lisa’s to write this entry and they are not strong enough but way better than nothing).

I pray that you will have a great Monday with Jesus.

Soccer this morning beginning at 8:45AM.  Support the concession stand which supports our students going to camp next July.

Continue to pray for Donnie Felps as he recuperates at home.  Pray for Marisa too!

Charles Clark remains in the hospital but prayerfully will be discharged today.  Keep praying!

My friend, Dr. Brian Ellis, had successful surgery at UAB yesterday.  They were able to save his kidney.  Not sure what the next step is but thanks be to God for His blessings thus far.

Regular schedule on our campus tomorrow morning meaning Sunday School at 9:00AM followed by our 10:00AM worship service.  Come join us!

Church fellowship at Presley’s tomorrow afternoon beginning at 4:00PM.  Asking folks from the Friendship family to bring a side and dessert.  Entry fee into Presley’s is three dollars per person.  Kevin Sprinkle will be at the gate receiving the money.  Exact change is not required but appreciated.  Please do NOT tip Kevin!

Lisa arrived home safe and sound early this morning.  Thank for Lord for traveling mercies.

I pray that you will have a great Saturday with Jesus.

I was totally unaware of the fact that Donnie Felps had been admitted to the hospital.  Marisa sent me several electronic updates but, for whatever reason, they did not arrive to me until last night.  So, Donnie was discharged before I knew he was admitted.  I appreciate Marisa keeping me updated.  Pray for Donnie & Marisa.

Gayla Dyess’ two brothers continue to need our prayer support.  One of them will be going to India soon for a job and also to receive medical treatment.  Pray.

Our grandson’s (Cooper) procedure yesterday went very well.  They did not have to do what they thought and were able to do something less.  He still had to be sedated but he did well.  Thank you for praying.

Lisa’s dad, Charles, most likely will be discharged from the hospital at some point today.  I was his “sitter” for several hours yesterday afternoon/early evening.  He was very sleepy and it took an effort for me to awaken him in order for him to sign the new last testament and will I drafted for him.  Thank you for praying for Charles & Ann.

Soccer tonight beginning at 5:15PM and tomorrow beginning at 8:45AM.  Please support the concession stand as all proceeds will go to help our students attend camp next July.  Pray for Bro. Abel and this ministry.

Church fellowship at Presley’s Outing this Sunday, 9/27, beginning at 4:00PM.  Baptism at 4:30PM and supper immediately following.  Kevin Sprinkle will be at the gate collecting the three dollars per person entry fee.  Friendship family, please bring the sides and desserts.

Regular schedule on our campus Sunday morning.

Lisa is scheduled to arrive home late tonight.  I was not even aware she was gone until Miriam told me this past Wednesday morning before our service.  Just saying!  Yes, I miss my wife and look forward to her being at home and in the kitchen!

I pray that you will have a great Friday with Jesus.

Very short entry this morning. Sorry!

Donnie Felps did receive the blood yesterday morning.  The doctor decided to take a different approach instead of waiting a couple of weeks before doing anything else.  Pray for Donnie & Marisa.

Lisa’s dad, Charles Clark, was admitted to the hospital last night.  He received one unit of blood.  I will check on him later this morning.  Pray for Charles and Ann.

Our grandson, Cooper, is having oral surgery this morning which requires sedation.  I will go check on him first thing before heading to the hospital.  Pray for Cooper.

Church fellowship this Sunday, 9/27, at Presley’s Outing.  Kevin Sprinkle will be the gate keeper as far as collecting everyone’s entry fee of three dollars.

Regular schedule on our campus this Sunday morning.

I pray that you will have a great Thursday with Jesus.

Regular schedule on our campus today – 10:00AM & 6:00PM.

Our annual church fellowship at Presley’s Outing takes place this Sunday, 9/27, beginning at 4:00PM.  We have someone from the church helping man the gate and receive the entry fee.  The cost is three dollars per person and exact change will be much appreciated.

The church will provide the burger, dogs and drinks and all that goes along with them.  Members of the Friendship family are asked to bring the sides and desserts.  If possible, please bring enough for those attending with you plus three others.  Thank you in advance for doing this.

Our deacons are leading this fellowship and I appreciate them doing so.

We will observe the ordinance of baptism at 4:30PM and will eat immediately following.

I pray that you will have a great Wednesday with Jesus.

Happy twelfth birthday to our granddaughter, Audrey.  This is the reason Lisa is presently in Guatemala.  I pray that today will be an absolute blast for Audrey.  She loves it!  Soy & Deidra’s daughters are now 14, 13, & 12.  Happy birthday, Audrey.  We love Audrey.

Donnie Felps saw his oncologist yesterday.  Donnie’s blood count is low.  He will receive blood today and then will go back to the doctor in two weeks to discuss the next steps.  Pray for Donnie & Marisa.

Bro. Abel has made a change in the Friday soccer schedules.  The Minis will now begin play at 5:15PM and the K5 – 1st grade will begin play at 5:30PM.  Hopefully this will give ample time for the games to be finished before it gets too dark.

Regular schedule on our campus tomorrow.

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

We were blessed with a good day in our services yesterday.  The attendance in our evening service was a down some but the Spirit in both services was good.  Wonderful move of the Spirit in our morning invitation and that was repeated in our evening service.  Our grandson, Asher, made a public profession of faith in the evening service.  We are thankful!

Friendship family, thank you to those who responded by “helping” meet a financial need during our morning invitation.  What a huge blessing.  Two needs were presented to me.  One was immediately met yesterday and the funds are available to meet the second one in the near future.  Thank you for trusting my judgment and for obeying the Lord’s leading.

Our first weekend of soccer went well.  Great spirit, great enthusiasm, great weather.  Thank you to each person who helped in any way.  It will all happen again this Friday and Saturday.  Thank you to those who supported the concession stand.

Our annual church fellowship at Presley’s Outing will take place this Sunday afternoon, 9/27, beginning at 4:00PM.  The church will provide the burgers, dogs and drinks (tea & water).  Members of the Friendship family are asked to bring two sides each and a dessert.  Please bring enough for those attending with you plus three others.  Our guests do not need to bring anything.  Pass the word.  Invite folks to join you.

I am flying solo this week as Lisa left yesterday heading to Guatemala.  She is there to celebrate Audrey’s birthday tomorrow.  I pray it will be a good week for Lisa, Deidra and the girls.

I pray that you will have a great Monday with Jesus.