Wednesday, July 08, 2009
My Friend - Madeline
The last night of Crusader's Camp I finally had a chance to take a picture with my little friend, Madeline. I wanted to show Madeline our picture together. Madeline, I think it turned out good, don't you?
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Crusader's Camp - Monday - Wednesday
I took so many pictures at Crusader's Camp! I think the pictures will "tell the story" of how wonderful it all was! I hope you enjoy the slideshows as much as I enjoyed being at camp. Although, I think that will be hard to do! :) The last count I heard was 579 campers! That's a great group of kids. We had an incredible staff working with the kids and everyone had a great time!
Slideshow #1
Slideshow #2
Oh, how I hated to see everyone leave! We've had a wonderful time with all of the special meetings this year. From Texas Women's Conference to Crusader's Camp...EVERY conference, EVERY Youth Camp (we have 3) and Texas Camp Meeting has been blessed by God! The preaching, singing, praise, worship and unity has been awesome! God is blessing the Texas District and we are thankful for what He is doing.
Slideshow #1
Slideshow #2
Oh, how I hated to see everyone leave! We've had a wonderful time with all of the special meetings this year. From Texas Women's Conference to Crusader's Camp...EVERY conference, EVERY Youth Camp (we have 3) and Texas Camp Meeting has been blessed by God! The preaching, singing, praise, worship and unity has been awesome! God is blessing the Texas District and we are thankful for what He is doing.
Monday, July 06, 2009
Friends and Church
We have had a great time today once again with our friends, David and Sandra. They are always so much fun to be with. There is always laughter just under the surface when you're with the Myer's. It's wonderful being with people who have come through the "storms of life" yet, they still have a smile on their lips, and a laugh to share. Everytime we have been with David and Sandra we leave lifted up in our spirits. When we are with them we know there's going to be a time of "fun and laughter"!
Besides all the fun we have we always enjoy being in their church service. I love the presence of the Lord I feel when the family of Abundant Life Sanctuary comes together. Tonight we had a great service! After my husband preached the Lord touched all of us in a very special way, and there was a deep moving of the spirit of God!
"Hospitality" should be Sandra Myer's middle name. I love seeing how she makes sure everyone is comfortable and has everything they need. Her ready smile, her caring look, and attentiveness when talking to you shows just a little of her heart. There have been times when I have been in a large crowd and looked up to find her looking at me, and when she caught my eye she gave me the smile I was needing.
Thank you, Sandra for your love and friendship. I'm blessed to call you "friend"!
Besides all the fun we have we always enjoy being in their church service. I love the presence of the Lord I feel when the family of Abundant Life Sanctuary comes together. Tonight we had a great service! After my husband preached the Lord touched all of us in a very special way, and there was a deep moving of the spirit of God!
"Hospitality" should be Sandra Myer's middle name. I love seeing how she makes sure everyone is comfortable and has everything they need. Her ready smile, her caring look, and attentiveness when talking to you shows just a little of her heart. There have been times when I have been in a large crowd and looked up to find her looking at me, and when she caught my eye she gave me the smile I was needing. Thank you, Sandra for your love and friendship. I'm blessed to call you "friend"!
Sunday, July 05, 2009
July 4th Celebration - Groves, TX
Today was a wonderful day! Even though my husband hasn't been feeling too well, he put forth the effort to travel to Groves, TX to be at The Abundant Life Sanctuary celebration of FREEDOM! Our friends, David and Sandra Myer invited us to come for the weekend to their church, and we were happy to have the opportunity to be with this church family, once again. Each year on July 4th they have a festival full of events so people can come and have fun with their family and friends. I don't know what all takes place, but I saw that the church family were "busy bee's" all around the church and inside the church! Working for the Kingdom of God and putting forth an effort to help their community, they helped make another day of freedom in America fun and relaxing. It all started at 1 pm and lasted til 9 pm when the fireworks started at the church. This was a professional fireworks display combined with music, and I must say it was great!
We are looking forward to being in service at The Abundant Life Sanctuary. God is going to be there and I don't want to miss it!
We are looking forward to being in service at The Abundant Life Sanctuary. God is going to be there and I don't want to miss it!
Saturday, July 04, 2009
Hello
Before retiring for the rest of the night, I wanted to stop by and at least see if my blog is still here! LOL! It is......so I think I'm going to bed.
Before I go, I wanted to mention that you can be watching for an update soon. I've got a lot of pictures from Crusader's Camp to put into a slideshow, but I'm going to wait to upload them until I can get to a motel. It will be faster where there is faster service. (now that's profound) LOL! If it were just a few pictures, then I would go ahead and make the slideshow, like I do most of the time, but I think it will be longer than usual.
I did get my computer fixed! Now, my iPhone and Outlook Calendar syncs beautifully! It's amazing how wonderful something can be when it's working right. :) It was not an easy thing for my computer techs to fix, but it was finally figured out and my computer is running a LOT faster and my iPhone works great! I'm very happy about it, too! A great big THANK YOU to Charles and Todd for their expertise!
Well, it's really time for me to go to bed and go to sleep. I hope you all have a wonderful July 4th!
Before I go, I wanted to mention that you can be watching for an update soon. I've got a lot of pictures from Crusader's Camp to put into a slideshow, but I'm going to wait to upload them until I can get to a motel. It will be faster where there is faster service. (now that's profound) LOL! If it were just a few pictures, then I would go ahead and make the slideshow, like I do most of the time, but I think it will be longer than usual.
I did get my computer fixed! Now, my iPhone and Outlook Calendar syncs beautifully! It's amazing how wonderful something can be when it's working right. :) It was not an easy thing for my computer techs to fix, but it was finally figured out and my computer is running a LOT faster and my iPhone works great! I'm very happy about it, too! A great big THANK YOU to Charles and Todd for their expertise!
Well, it's really time for me to go to bed and go to sleep. I hope you all have a wonderful July 4th!
Monday, June 29, 2009
Tyler Weekend
This weekend we have enjoyed being with Larry and Judy Gandy.
They have Pastored in Tyler almost 20 years and have done a great work for God! We have been friends with the Gandy's for many years, but had never had the chance to be with them in service in their own church, so today was very special for us!
When we walked into the sanctuary this morning before Sunday School, prayer was the "order of the day". I wasn't surprised to see this church in prayer, since I have known prayer has been a very important part of the lives of Larry and Judy. God was definitely "in the midst of His people" as they knelt before His throne. After a good Bible lesson taught in the adult class it was time for Morning Worship, and when the music started and the singers started singing praises, God came closer to us and we were bathed in His presence.
I love it when He wants to attend the service we are in! When I think of it, there hasn't been too many times in my life when I've gone to church that God wasn't there! It's great knowing that He "dwells in the praises of His people".
We fell in love with Jaden, the Gandy's grandson. He's a mess and a sweetheart all at the same time!
Wendell ministered in the Holy Ghost today and I was once again amazed at how God speaks through the man of God to those who are in need. "He LOVES us...oh...how He LOVES us..."
Yesterday, after we checked into our room the Gandy's picked us up and we enjoyed "running around" with them for awhile. Wendell and I had our first smoothie from Smoothie King and it was really good and refreshing. Later in the evening we were invited to their home for fried fish and all the fixin's! Larry fried the fish in a brand new fish fryer out on the patio, and it was DELICIOUS! We ate way too much! We had homemade desserts, too. Cherry cobbler (made with Splenda) and Blue Bell vanilla (no sugar added) ice cream. Brownies with Homemade hot fudge and Blue Bell Vanilla ice cream, whip cream with a cherry on top! Ummmmm...it was all "lick your lips" delicious! It's a good thing we're not around here very much. LOL! Larry's mother is here with them for a few weeks so we got to meet her. She is quite a lady! :)
We even got to see the new grandbaby and her parents! LOL!(sorry Lori)
This evening we were invited once again to the Gandy's home, and had a very relaxing time visiting and eating grilled turkey and cheese sandwiches. We enjoyed sitting around the "kitchen table"! The only problem I see about eating at home is that I always eat more than I do when we eat in a restaurant! But, it sure is good! :) Along with the sandwiches we had chips, dip, fresh tomatoes, Noonday onions, and Cantaloupe. You can sure tell it's summertime! Anybody hungry, yet? LOL!
Just before leaving the house I sat down at the piano, and when I started playing Larry and Carla came over and started singing. The next thing I knew... Judy had gone and got a bunch of old songs and started handing them to Larry to sing. I didn't realize what a good "country voice" Larry had! We are learning "something new" all the time! The five minutes I was going to play turned into an hour of singing and playing. It was so much fun!
We go back to Lufkin in the morning to another week of fun, fun, fun! Crusader's Camp will begin tomorrow and it's always so enjoyable! I LOVE having everyone come visit me. LOL! Really, there is so much that happens in the month of June here in the Texas District and it's wonderful. I don't even want to think about next week when everything has come to a close. I'm just going to enjoy the NOW and let tomorrow take care of itself.
I'm sure I'll be reporting back sometime this week. I should be getting my computer back sometime tomorrow and I will be happy for that. I believe it's well enough to come home!
They have Pastored in Tyler almost 20 years and have done a great work for God! We have been friends with the Gandy's for many years, but had never had the chance to be with them in service in their own church, so today was very special for us!When we walked into the sanctuary this morning before Sunday School, prayer was the "order of the day". I wasn't surprised to see this church in prayer, since I have known prayer has been a very important part of the lives of Larry and Judy. God was definitely "in the midst of His people" as they knelt before His throne. After a good Bible lesson taught in the adult class it was time for Morning Worship, and when the music started and the singers started singing praises, God came closer to us and we were bathed in His presence.
I love it when He wants to attend the service we are in! When I think of it, there hasn't been too many times in my life when I've gone to church that God wasn't there! It's great knowing that He "dwells in the praises of His people".We fell in love with Jaden, the Gandy's grandson. He's a mess and a sweetheart all at the same time!
Wendell ministered in the Holy Ghost today and I was once again amazed at how God speaks through the man of God to those who are in need. "He LOVES us...oh...how He LOVES us..."Yesterday, after we checked into our room the Gandy's picked us up and we enjoyed "running around" with them for awhile. Wendell and I had our first smoothie from Smoothie King and it was really good and refreshing. Later in the evening we were invited to their home for fried fish and all the fixin's! Larry fried the fish in a brand new fish fryer out on the patio, and it was DELICIOUS! We ate way too much! We had homemade desserts, too. Cherry cobbler (made with Splenda) and Blue Bell vanilla (no sugar added) ice cream. Brownies with Homemade hot fudge and Blue Bell Vanilla ice cream, whip cream with a cherry on top! Ummmmm...it was all "lick your lips" delicious! It's a good thing we're not around here very much. LOL! Larry's mother is here with them for a few weeks so we got to meet her. She is quite a lady! :)
We even got to see the new grandbaby and her parents! LOL!(sorry Lori)
This evening we were invited once again to the Gandy's home, and had a very relaxing time visiting and eating grilled turkey and cheese sandwiches. We enjoyed sitting around the "kitchen table"! The only problem I see about eating at home is that I always eat more than I do when we eat in a restaurant! But, it sure is good! :) Along with the sandwiches we had chips, dip, fresh tomatoes, Noonday onions, and Cantaloupe. You can sure tell it's summertime! Anybody hungry, yet? LOL!Just before leaving the house I sat down at the piano, and when I started playing Larry and Carla came over and started singing. The next thing I knew... Judy had gone and got a bunch of old songs and started handing them to Larry to sing. I didn't realize what a good "country voice" Larry had! We are learning "something new" all the time! The five minutes I was going to play turned into an hour of singing and playing. It was so much fun!
We go back to Lufkin in the morning to another week of fun, fun, fun! Crusader's Camp will begin tomorrow and it's always so enjoyable! I LOVE having everyone come visit me. LOL! Really, there is so much that happens in the month of June here in the Texas District and it's wonderful. I don't even want to think about next week when everything has come to a close. I'm just going to enjoy the NOW and let tomorrow take care of itself.
I'm sure I'll be reporting back sometime this week. I should be getting my computer back sometime tomorrow and I will be happy for that. I believe it's well enough to come home!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Checking In With a Tiny Report
It has been another very busy week in our lives and I haven't had a chance to post anything, so I'm stopping by to give a tiny update.
Last week was Senior High Youth Camp here in Texas and I have to say we had another fantastic week! The messages brought were so awesome and very timely. Bro. Tony and Bro. Maroney were the camp evangelists for the week and they preached under a very heavy anointing, preaching what God gave to them for "this hour" we live in. The young people were touched by God, and there were new consecrations made and lives changed because of the Word that went forth. I was speaking with one Pastor about one of the messages and how it had left an indelible mark in my own heart, and he said, "That message was not just for the young people, it was for a lot of other people who were there." I wish everyone would order the CD's or DVD's. You will be blessed and strengthened!
Of course, there was the "fun and games" that always happen at Youth Camp! I do want to say CONGRATULATIONS to the Preacher's/Staff Baseball Team for beating the Champions this year! It was fun watching my husband play ball. I haven't seen that in a few years, so it was a special treat for me. And I have to brag and say "he was on the WINNING TEAM"! :)
I would post pictures tonight, but it's too late. I'm also having to work from my old computer since mine is in the "computer hospital" having surgery. It's having to have it's insides cleaned, removing my profile and reinstalling all programs! It has definitely given me a lot of trouble over the last few months and a lot of STRESS the last few weeks. It was time for the Computer Doctor to take it into his hands and take care of it. I might try to post the pictures tomorrow sometime, but if not I'll probably wait until I get my other one home. Hopefully, it will be feeling much better by the time it returns.
As you can tell, I'm tired and rambling so I will bid you goodnight. I trust you will all have a power-packed Sunday!
Last week was Senior High Youth Camp here in Texas and I have to say we had another fantastic week! The messages brought were so awesome and very timely. Bro. Tony and Bro. Maroney were the camp evangelists for the week and they preached under a very heavy anointing, preaching what God gave to them for "this hour" we live in. The young people were touched by God, and there were new consecrations made and lives changed because of the Word that went forth. I was speaking with one Pastor about one of the messages and how it had left an indelible mark in my own heart, and he said, "That message was not just for the young people, it was for a lot of other people who were there." I wish everyone would order the CD's or DVD's. You will be blessed and strengthened!
Of course, there was the "fun and games" that always happen at Youth Camp! I do want to say CONGRATULATIONS to the Preacher's/Staff Baseball Team for beating the Champions this year! It was fun watching my husband play ball. I haven't seen that in a few years, so it was a special treat for me. And I have to brag and say "he was on the WINNING TEAM"! :)
I would post pictures tonight, but it's too late. I'm also having to work from my old computer since mine is in the "computer hospital" having surgery. It's having to have it's insides cleaned, removing my profile and reinstalling all programs! It has definitely given me a lot of trouble over the last few months and a lot of STRESS the last few weeks. It was time for the Computer Doctor to take it into his hands and take care of it. I might try to post the pictures tomorrow sometime, but if not I'll probably wait until I get my other one home. Hopefully, it will be feeling much better by the time it returns.
As you can tell, I'm tired and rambling so I will bid you goodnight. I trust you will all have a power-packed Sunday!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Once Again...
I hope you're all having a wonderful day. It is definitely HOT here in Lufkin, but I guess that's okay since it's summertime! As you see, I have been busy and haven't stopped long enough to write any posts. I've also been having "computer issues" so it frustrates me until I can get them fixed. Oh how I wish I was a Computer Tech sometimes! I'm suppose to be getting help this evening, so maybe all those problems will be fixed. I sure hope so! I have confidence that my computer tech knows what to do!
There's a lot that has happened since I posted last, so I plan on updating you shortly. So until then...have a great day and I will do the same!
There's a lot that has happened since I posted last, so I plan on updating you shortly. So until then...have a great day and I will do the same!
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Junior High Youth Camp '09
I'm sorry do not have time to write about camp right now, but let me just say that it has been AWESOME! I'm loving it! Here is a little slideshow for you to enjoy.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Notice # 2
My phone is UP and RUNNING!
After several hours of tech support from AT&T and APPLE, my phone is now activated once again and I can use it!!! So, if you want to call or text me, please do! I'm so glad I am connected to my "world" again!
The guy that helped me at Apple was so nice. He stayed calm, cool and collected even when AT&T said it was Apple's fault. Wow! He kept walking it through each situation, then after he got sufficient answers went looking for the solution and FOUND IT! My thanks goes to Bill in the Tech Department for all his help. He even told me he has two days off and will be back on Thursday, so for me to email him and he will call and help me with another situation I haven't been able to get solved for months. Now, that's what I call SERVICE! I think I will stick with my original plan and go buy the NEW iPHONE this coming Friday!
After several hours of tech support from AT&T and APPLE, my phone is now activated once again and I can use it!!! So, if you want to call or text me, please do! I'm so glad I am connected to my "world" again!
The guy that helped me at Apple was so nice. He stayed calm, cool and collected even when AT&T said it was Apple's fault. Wow! He kept walking it through each situation, then after he got sufficient answers went looking for the solution and FOUND IT! My thanks goes to Bill in the Tech Department for all his help. He even told me he has two days off and will be back on Thursday, so for me to email him and he will call and help me with another situation I haven't been able to get solved for months. Now, that's what I call SERVICE! I think I will stick with my original plan and go buy the NEW iPHONE this coming Friday!
Notice
To my friends who might try to call me....I do not have a cell phone at this time. I am trying to get this taken care of, so if you need me please call my husband or email me. I will have this taken care of ASAP!
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Camp Meeting '09 Update
Oh My! Where do I start? I just have to say that Camp Meeting was INCREDIBLE! There are really no words to describe the power of God that was with us here in Texas!!!! As I wrote before, there was an expectancy in the air before it ever got started on Monday night, but when everyone came together you could feel the hunger in the hearts of everyone. Hungry for more of God! Hungry for revival! Hungry for unity! Hungry to see the promises of God fulfilled in the local church and cities! Hungry for souls! Are you getting my "drift"? HUNGRY for a MOVE OF GOD!!!! Hungry for miracles to happen! Hearts were wide open to receive the preached Word of God and we were definitely fed by those who ministered. I sat in amazement at how the messages were connected in the spirit. I was overwhelmed when God used His Word to once again confirm Truth in my own heart! I wish I could yell loud enough for all of you to hear me when I say....Y---E---S!!!!!!!!!! IT WAS AWESOME!
I know, some people will not understand of what I speak , so if you can't really understand just trust me! I wish everyone in the Texas District could have been at this Camp Meeting. It will definitely be one that will not be forgotten!
Bro. William Davis from Georgia was our "Bible Teacher" and he was definitely in the will of God as he spoke. God refreshed His Word in my own heart as Bro. Davis taught. Thank you, Bro. Davis for obeying God and delivering your heart to us!
Bro. Brian Kinsey from Pensacola, Florida was our "Camp Meeting Evangelist". WOW! He came with a word from God for Texas District and we received it willingly! All I can say is....TEXAS be prepared for the greatest revival we have ever experienced!!!!! I believe it with all of my heart! Bro. Kinsey, thank you for following the unction of the Holy Ghost and for telling us what to expect from God in our lives.
All of the Praise Teams and musicians were "top notch" and sang with all of their hearts, minds, soul, and strength! There was not a day that we had mediocre music. Each one brought with them a power as they ministered in music.
The P.A. was INCREDIBLE! My hat is off to our "sound techs"! THANK YOU! You were all so willing to help in any way you could to make the sound "right" and we appreciate all your work!
The media was great! With the extra screens on the sides of the platform so all could see the words and the platform, it was wonderful!!
I am not trying to make anything sound better than it actually was! Camp Meeting was "beyond words"! The spirit of it flows deep in our hearts and we left refreshed. If you were unable to attend, you can order CD's or DVD's. You will be blessed.
It was great being with our friends and family. Of course, you knew I would say something about that. :) Life isn't worth living if you have to live it without those you love, and who love you! Relationships in life, and in the Kingdom of God are so important to our survival.
I haven't looked at the pictures I took yet, and haven't downloaded them onto my computer, so I will post pictures later. I just wanted to do a quick update on what I've been doing all week. I've been in a "heavenly place".
Monday starts our first Youth Camp of the year! We are starting with Junior High. The camp ground has been busy with people "working like bee's" ever since the last "amen" was said last night! We'll go through this weekend worshipping our Savior, then great things will be happening again on the "ole camp ground"!
Have a wonderful weekend!!!!!
Note: If you were at Camp Meeting I would love to hear your thoughts about it. And...if you were not here, feel free to leave a comment. I LOVE hearing from my friends in "blogworld"!
I know, some people will not understand of what I speak , so if you can't really understand just trust me! I wish everyone in the Texas District could have been at this Camp Meeting. It will definitely be one that will not be forgotten!
Bro. William Davis from Georgia was our "Bible Teacher" and he was definitely in the will of God as he spoke. God refreshed His Word in my own heart as Bro. Davis taught. Thank you, Bro. Davis for obeying God and delivering your heart to us!
Bro. Brian Kinsey from Pensacola, Florida was our "Camp Meeting Evangelist". WOW! He came with a word from God for Texas District and we received it willingly! All I can say is....TEXAS be prepared for the greatest revival we have ever experienced!!!!! I believe it with all of my heart! Bro. Kinsey, thank you for following the unction of the Holy Ghost and for telling us what to expect from God in our lives.
All of the Praise Teams and musicians were "top notch" and sang with all of their hearts, minds, soul, and strength! There was not a day that we had mediocre music. Each one brought with them a power as they ministered in music.
The P.A. was INCREDIBLE! My hat is off to our "sound techs"! THANK YOU! You were all so willing to help in any way you could to make the sound "right" and we appreciate all your work!
The media was great! With the extra screens on the sides of the platform so all could see the words and the platform, it was wonderful!!
I am not trying to make anything sound better than it actually was! Camp Meeting was "beyond words"! The spirit of it flows deep in our hearts and we left refreshed. If you were unable to attend, you can order CD's or DVD's. You will be blessed.
It was great being with our friends and family. Of course, you knew I would say something about that. :) Life isn't worth living if you have to live it without those you love, and who love you! Relationships in life, and in the Kingdom of God are so important to our survival.
I haven't looked at the pictures I took yet, and haven't downloaded them onto my computer, so I will post pictures later. I just wanted to do a quick update on what I've been doing all week. I've been in a "heavenly place".
Monday starts our first Youth Camp of the year! We are starting with Junior High. The camp ground has been busy with people "working like bee's" ever since the last "amen" was said last night! We'll go through this weekend worshipping our Savior, then great things will be happening again on the "ole camp ground"!
Have a wonderful weekend!!!!!
Note: If you were at Camp Meeting I would love to hear your thoughts about it. And...if you were not here, feel free to leave a comment. I LOVE hearing from my friends in "blogworld"!
Sunday, June 07, 2009
TEXAS Camp Meeting
I am home tonight not feeling well, so I'm listening to Life Tabernacle's service via internet, and thought I would sit here and type a little.
This weekend some trailers and motorhomes have been rolling in to "set up" to begin the week of Camp Meeting. I always enjoy watching as people start arriving for whatever is taking place here at TEXAS EVANGELISM CENTER. There's a feeling of expectancy in the air, and I wonder what God is going to do this year when His people come together? I wonder what WE are going to do for GOD when we come together? There's revival happening in TEXAS, and it's wonderful being a part of our GREAT district!
Blessings to you all as you travel. I'll be seeing you SOON!!!
This weekend some trailers and motorhomes have been rolling in to "set up" to begin the week of Camp Meeting. I always enjoy watching as people start arriving for whatever is taking place here at TEXAS EVANGELISM CENTER. There's a feeling of expectancy in the air, and I wonder what God is going to do this year when His people come together? I wonder what WE are going to do for GOD when we come together? There's revival happening in TEXAS, and it's wonderful being a part of our GREAT district!
Blessings to you all as you travel. I'll be seeing you SOON!!!
Saturday, June 06, 2009
"Going Home" Services Scheduled for Tim Foster
This week our hearts were saddened to hear about Tim Foster being taken from us so unexpectedly. Tim is the "twin brother" to Pastor Tom Foster of Dallas, TX. His brother Mark pastors in West Monroe, and his sister Debbie lives in California. She is married to Pastor Steve Saiz. The parents of these great "kids" is Rev. and Mrs. Fred Foster of West Monroe, Louisiana. There are no words to explain the feeling of "loss" during this time! I want to say to all of Tim's family that you are in the prayers of your friends. We are hurting with you during this time.
I have taken the following schedule for Tim's "going home services" from Debbie Saiz blog. 
Dear Lord, my heart has been SO sad for my friends since hearing about Tim's death. Please wrap your arms of love and comfort around them. We were not expecting this "turn of events" at this time in life, but you will fill the void in our hearts. Thank you for being close to all of us at this time. In Jesus Name.....Amen.
Stockton, CA
Visitation
Christian Life Center
Monday, June 8 @ 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Memorial Service
Christian Life Center
Tuesday, June 9 @ 1 p.m.
West Monroe, LA
Visitation
The Pentecostals of the Twin-Cities
Thursday, June 11 @ 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Memorial Service & Burial
The Pentecostals of the Twin-Cities
Friday, June 12 @ 1 p.m.
You will also want to visit Jeremy Foster's blog. Jeremy has written a very touching tribute to his "Uncle Tim".
Dear Lord, my heart has been SO sad for my friends since hearing about Tim's death. Please wrap your arms of love and comfort around them. We were not expecting this "turn of events" at this time in life, but you will fill the void in our hearts. Thank you for being close to all of us at this time. In Jesus Name.....Amen.
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Two Gorgeous Ladies At "Tea"
Last week Mandy had a Mother Daughter Tea. I was unable to go, so Misty from Balch Springs sent me these pictures, so I could see how beautiful it was. Here are just three of the pictures she sent me. I absolutely LOVE these two GORGEOUS "ladies"!
Mandy and Alayna
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Mandy showing Alayna how to "fix her hot tea". She is an AWESOME MOTHER! Mandy has always amazed me with the "teaching and training" of her "little ladies". Thank you, Mandy!
Here is Alayna enjoying her "cup of tea". So precious!
THANK YOU for the pictures, Misty! I really appreciate and love them. The "Mother Daughter Tea" looked heavenly. Of course, I knew it would be with your "Sis. Elms" being there and planning it. She's an incredible Pastor's Wife! I know you already have experienced her talents and love her. You couldn't have a more loving Pastor's Wife. I'm glad she's my "daughter"! I can't say enough good about her....and that's the truth!
P.S. Mandy made Alayna's outfit! Good job, Mandy!
Mandy and Alayna
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Mandy showing Alayna how to "fix her hot tea". She is an AWESOME MOTHER! Mandy has always amazed me with the "teaching and training" of her "little ladies". Thank you, Mandy!
Here is Alayna enjoying her "cup of tea". So precious!
THANK YOU for the pictures, Misty! I really appreciate and love them. The "Mother Daughter Tea" looked heavenly. Of course, I knew it would be with your "Sis. Elms" being there and planning it. She's an incredible Pastor's Wife! I know you already have experienced her talents and love her. You couldn't have a more loving Pastor's Wife. I'm glad she's my "daughter"! I can't say enough good about her....and that's the truth!P.S. Mandy made Alayna's outfit! Good job, Mandy!
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
WOO-HOO!
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THERE'S GREAT NEWS FROM LUFKIN TONIGHT!!!!
Got your attention didn't I?
Got your attention didn't I?
I just wanted to report that it is just 5 days until...
TEXAS CAMP MEETING!
Also, when we were coming home from church tonight
the temperature in my car said.....
(...drum roll please.....symbols....CRASH! BANG!...)
66 degrees!!
Now, wouldn't it be wonderful if it stayed like this through next week?
But.....it probably won't! LOL!
Pentecost Sunday '09 In Beaumont
Last week I was in Beaumont since Wendell was gone to his "Brothers Reunion". I stayed in my motorhome at the church, and spent some time "thinking, reading and writing". I was with Jonathan, Brenda and the girls some, and had a wonderful time. I can't be with my kids and not have a good time. It's always special being with all of them! In fact, I think I'm due a trip to Balch Springs to see Andrew, Mandy and the girls!!! I'm really missing them.
There was a lot of activity happening around the church, and Jonathan and Brenda are always busy doing "something". This particular week everyone was preparing for Pentecost Sunday, and it was a great success! From the beginning of the service that started at 2:00 it was wonderful. Each song was about the Holy Ghost, and the power of Pentecost! As the choir sang you could feel the anointing flowing through them and it was awesome!!! Bro. Wilbanks definitely "had it together" and as I praised and rejoiced I was still enthralled with the talent that he has. I think he can almost make the keyboards talk!
Sis. Heather Moore is the Drama Director and she had a "Choral Reading" about the Day of Pentecost. I had never seen this done and it was very interesting to me. Bro. Cole was sitting next to me during this time and he started feeling the anointing as the group "read/recited" the story. He turned to me at one point and said, "My, my, my! Isn't that wonderful!" It was so neat to be sitting next to this great man of God and hear him as he expressed his joy of the moment. Then, Sis. Moore and the Sign Team was so anointed as they signed to a song the choir was singing. WOW! (Karla, I can't think of the name right now...sorry) :) You'll have to ask Jonathan or Brenda!!! LOL
There was more special singing and all, then Pastor Elms preached a wonderful message! I know of one that got the Holy Ghost and heard there were some who had recieved their personal Pentecost again. It was great!! There's nothing like the spirit of God indwelling a persons heart.
After church we had "dinner on the ground". Bar-b-que brisket and chicken with all the fixin's. It was a wonderful time of fellowship and a whole lot of fun. Basketball, baseball, horseshoes, and volleyball were some of the main games played. The kids and adults had a wonderful time. There was also an outdoor concert with a lot of different ones from the church singing. Wendell and I had a "front row seat", because when the concert started we got our comfortable chairs and sat in front of the stage. A few joined us after awhile and we had a great time. Everyone else had found their "spot" and was comfortable to stay where they were, but loving music the way we do we wanted to be close and up front! LOL!
I could go on and on about the great time we all had, but I will let the slideshow "speak for itself". I didn't take a lot of pictures in the service, but I took quite a few outside...just not near enough. Forgive me for not putting captions on the pictures, but Rock You keeps messing things up and I don't know what to do to fix it.
Special note to Brenda: I stayed up "just for you" to get this slideshow done. LOL! Hope you enjoyed the pictures! Love You!
There was a lot of activity happening around the church, and Jonathan and Brenda are always busy doing "something". This particular week everyone was preparing for Pentecost Sunday, and it was a great success! From the beginning of the service that started at 2:00 it was wonderful. Each song was about the Holy Ghost, and the power of Pentecost! As the choir sang you could feel the anointing flowing through them and it was awesome!!! Bro. Wilbanks definitely "had it together" and as I praised and rejoiced I was still enthralled with the talent that he has. I think he can almost make the keyboards talk!
Sis. Heather Moore is the Drama Director and she had a "Choral Reading" about the Day of Pentecost. I had never seen this done and it was very interesting to me. Bro. Cole was sitting next to me during this time and he started feeling the anointing as the group "read/recited" the story. He turned to me at one point and said, "My, my, my! Isn't that wonderful!" It was so neat to be sitting next to this great man of God and hear him as he expressed his joy of the moment. Then, Sis. Moore and the Sign Team was so anointed as they signed to a song the choir was singing. WOW! (Karla, I can't think of the name right now...sorry) :) You'll have to ask Jonathan or Brenda!!! LOL
There was more special singing and all, then Pastor Elms preached a wonderful message! I know of one that got the Holy Ghost and heard there were some who had recieved their personal Pentecost again. It was great!! There's nothing like the spirit of God indwelling a persons heart.
After church we had "dinner on the ground". Bar-b-que brisket and chicken with all the fixin's. It was a wonderful time of fellowship and a whole lot of fun. Basketball, baseball, horseshoes, and volleyball were some of the main games played. The kids and adults had a wonderful time. There was also an outdoor concert with a lot of different ones from the church singing. Wendell and I had a "front row seat", because when the concert started we got our comfortable chairs and sat in front of the stage. A few joined us after awhile and we had a great time. Everyone else had found their "spot" and was comfortable to stay where they were, but loving music the way we do we wanted to be close and up front! LOL!
I could go on and on about the great time we all had, but I will let the slideshow "speak for itself". I didn't take a lot of pictures in the service, but I took quite a few outside...just not near enough. Forgive me for not putting captions on the pictures, but Rock You keeps messing things up and I don't know what to do to fix it.
Special note to Brenda: I stayed up "just for you" to get this slideshow done. LOL! Hope you enjoyed the pictures! Love You!
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Greatness Comes In "Dedicated Packages"
I really do not have the time to sit down and "blog" this morning, but when answering an email awhile ago I decided to go ahead and write a "thought" that HIT me. :) Most of the time that's how I "come up with" my posts. Here is what I wrote my friend.
Now, let me say, "I have known this kind of dedication in SO MANY PEOPLE through life and I want to say THANK YOU to all of you who fall under this category. You LOVE where God has placed you and you LOVE using your talents for the Lord. Your deepest desire is to see the Kingdom of God grow, and whatever you need to do, you do it with all your heart, and "go beyond the call of duty".
I will not make a list of the people I know that are this dedicated, but I will say that in EVERY church there are people like this! SOMEBODY has to "help keep the church going" and it just may be YOU! It's not just in the music department where these kind of people live. It may be something totally "behind the scenes" that no one knows about, but EVERYONE is important to the Kingdom of God!
I read this quote this morning by Winston Churchill, and I said to myself, "that is perfect for the thoughts that have been flooding my mind".
Pastor
Pastor's Wife
Musician
Sound tech
Drama Director
Sunday School teacher
Bus Driver
Outreach Director
Assistant Pastor and wife
Youth Minister, Ladies Director
Music Minister
Maintenance/Building Overseer
Administrator, Secretary
Prayer Warrior
Children Minister
Outreach Director
There is no way to name all the "ministries of a church", but let me just say....THANK YOU for your UNSELFISH GIVING to the Kingdom! If it wasn't for EVERY one of YOU, God's work would go "unfinished". THANK YOU for your EXCELLENT SERVICE to God and your church. If you are a minister and minsiter's wife of the United Pentecostal Church...THANK YOU for your never ending love and support to see a great organization continue in preaching Truth! We really NEED each other and EVERYONE has something they can GIVE!
I don't know who said it, but I will end with this..."Love isn't love until you give it away."
It is funny how all the different personalities keep the world turning. If it wasn’t for the “planners”, all of us who just “love living” would get nowhere. If it wasn’t for the “loving life….just for the fun of it” people, the “planners” wouldn’t have as much fun! LOL! Of course, I’m just kidding, but it is interesting to watch.Note: I may not have all the "days" correct for the "happenings" in Jason's schedule, but I think it's pretty close.
Speaking of different personalities….I was thanking Jason Matthews the other day for all the hard work he does, and his reply was so typical of a TRUE musician/sound tech who LOVES God and ENJOYS his "talents and abilities".He said, “You know, this is FUN to me! People think that’s a little crazy, but I really do LOVE it!” He was saying this as he took down the P.A. system in the heat. On Saturday he had driven to Lufkin to pick up sound equipment, drove back, then set it up on Sunday morning…it took him hours, it seemed, to get it all done. Then Sunday afternoon, he played for different groups, sang, ran the P.A. (with some help) and took it down while everyone was “playing”! Monday morning he was going to drive back to Lufkin to drop it off, and that was all for ONE outdoor concert that lasted TWO HOURS at the most!!!!!! There’s going to be a special place in Heaven for such love and dedication.
Now, let me say, "I have known this kind of dedication in SO MANY PEOPLE through life and I want to say THANK YOU to all of you who fall under this category. You LOVE where God has placed you and you LOVE using your talents for the Lord. Your deepest desire is to see the Kingdom of God grow, and whatever you need to do, you do it with all your heart, and "go beyond the call of duty".
I will not make a list of the people I know that are this dedicated, but I will say that in EVERY church there are people like this! SOMEBODY has to "help keep the church going" and it just may be YOU! It's not just in the music department where these kind of people live. It may be something totally "behind the scenes" that no one knows about, but EVERYONE is important to the Kingdom of God!
I read this quote this morning by Winston Churchill, and I said to myself, "that is perfect for the thoughts that have been flooding my mind".
We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.This quote is SO TRUE! We must work to make a living and I thank God that He gives us this ability, but life wouldn't be worth living if we never "gave" of ourselves! The following quote by Benjamin Franklin pretty well wraps this whole thought up.
A man wrapped up in himself makes a very small bundle.Oh, how I wish I could express my appreciation for those of you who "keep the fire burning" in your churches.
Pastor
Pastor's Wife
Musician
Sound tech
Drama Director
Sunday School teacher
Bus Driver
Outreach Director
Assistant Pastor and wife
Youth Minister, Ladies Director
Music Minister
Maintenance/Building Overseer
Administrator, Secretary
Prayer Warrior
Children Minister
Outreach Director
There is no way to name all the "ministries of a church", but let me just say....THANK YOU for your UNSELFISH GIVING to the Kingdom! If it wasn't for EVERY one of YOU, God's work would go "unfinished". THANK YOU for your EXCELLENT SERVICE to God and your church. If you are a minister and minsiter's wife of the United Pentecostal Church...THANK YOU for your never ending love and support to see a great organization continue in preaching Truth! We really NEED each other and EVERYONE has something they can GIVE!
I don't know who said it, but I will end with this..."Love isn't love until you give it away."
Monday, June 01, 2009
Two Photos I LOVE
Tonight while talking to Karla for OVER an hour...(Chad...LOL) I told her I was going to "steal" some pictures from her, because I wanted to show them on my blog. She gave me her "permission" so I want to say "Thank You, Karla" for the pictures.
The first one is of Scarlet. It captures her so well. This picture "caught my eye", because when I was a little girl I loved playing with dolls, and somewhere in all of the "old pictures" Mother had of me there is one of me with my doll, and it reminded me of that picture. Besides, it's just so precious of Scarlet! I love her "look".
This next picture is "priceless"! It is of Savanna and "Uncle Jimmy" Shoemake. They were having so much fun!! Bro. Jimmy Shoemake is "family" to us. There's just something so special about friends you call "family". The Shoemake's have known me ALL of my life, and have been with us through every "life change" that has happened in our family. I'm glad I have this picture of him and our oldest granddaughter (now 7 years old). This was taken when Savanna was around two (I think).
I wanted to post these tonight just because they make me "happy". I invite you to "enjoy my happiness" with me! :)
The first one is of Scarlet. It captures her so well. This picture "caught my eye", because when I was a little girl I loved playing with dolls, and somewhere in all of the "old pictures" Mother had of me there is one of me with my doll, and it reminded me of that picture. Besides, it's just so precious of Scarlet! I love her "look".
This next picture is "priceless"! It is of Savanna and "Uncle Jimmy" Shoemake. They were having so much fun!! Bro. Jimmy Shoemake is "family" to us. There's just something so special about friends you call "family". The Shoemake's have known me ALL of my life, and have been with us through every "life change" that has happened in our family. I'm glad I have this picture of him and our oldest granddaughter (now 7 years old). This was taken when Savanna was around two (I think).
I wanted to post these tonight just because they make me "happy". I invite you to "enjoy my happiness" with me! :)
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