Pastor's Blog

Happy Memorial Day!  I am very thankful for the folks who have given their lives for our freedom as a nation.  Praying for those presently in our military.

We were blessed with a really good day in our services yesterday.  We were not “packed” in our morning service but we did have a very good attendance.  I am grateful to those who attended.  The spirit in the service was excellent.  Praise the Lord!

Our “fish & dogs” fellowship was also very, very good.  The folks who set up, cooked, served, and cleaned up are to be highly commended.  Gary & Rachel Walton provided shrimp, pulled pork, buns, condiments, chips, drinks, et cetera which was an additional and unexpected blessing.  Katelyn Johnson made sure we had all of the other things we needed.  John Milton Ladnier organized everything and did an excellent job.  The food was fantastic!  The folks who brought sides and desserts did well – thank you.  The best part of the afternoon/evening was the fellowship among those in attendance.  Great fellowship – to God be the glory!

Our next fellowship will take place in the CAB on Sunday, July 2, and will feature a cake auction and Stacey Dyess’ barbecue.  I am working on another surprise element.  Save the date!

It is my understanding that Chuck Rockwell has been discharged from the hospital and will come home.  Not sure if that has actually taken place but do keep praying for Chuck & Beth.

Miss Vinnie’s son, Buddy, is holding his own and has actually shown some improvement in some areas.  Keep praying for Buddy!

Dana Fawcett’s sister passed from this life last Tuesday.  She was severely burned in an accident involving a propane tank.  The service will take place in North Carolina.  Pray for Dana and her family during this most difficult time.

I have nine couples who have let me know they have been married for fifty plus years.  I have five widows/widowers who have let me know that they were married fifty plus years before their spouse passed from this life.  I need to hear from any other couples within the Friendship family who have been married for fifty plus years or from any widows/widowers who were married that long before their spouse passed.  This special service of recognition will take place on Sunday morning, June 11, 2023.

Vacation Bible School July 10 – 14.  Pray for this ministry.

I pray that you will have a great day with Jesus on this Memorial Day.