Prayer concerns

Carolyn Binkley is back in the hospital with serious pulmonary problems. Please keep her, Phoebe, and Bob in your thoughts and prayers.

Elsa Rose Bentrup was born to Benjamin and Amelia Bentrup  on September 11. She was born at home, weighing 6 lbs and 18'' long. Mom and baby are doing well. Siblings Heidi, Greta and John are excited about the new baby. And grandma Pat is happy to share the news - but she has to lay low for a couple of weeks. She just learned that she has a cracked pelvic bone. She has everything she needs for the time being, but it grateful for your prayers.

Mark and Dana West became good friends during our prison:360 about a year ago; we also met some of the women who live at the Rivera House. We ask for prayers for their good work both inside and outside Tennessee prisons. Their current newsletter contains a remarkable letter from an inmate, Ken Parnell.

Prayer concerns

Joyce Stewart asks for prayers for her friend, Taja, age 39 who has had a stroke. She lives in Jackson, TN and is presently in Vanderbilt; the only family she has to care for her are two older siblings who live in west Tennessee.

Nina Reed asks that we keep Mikey's family as well as his friends at Kindergarten and their teacher, Molly in our prayers. Mikey died yesterday. See previous post

The violent death of U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three other American personnel in Libya is a painful loss to their families and friends, and to this nation. Many Libyans may never know that they also lost one of the best friends of their people. We pray for the families and for all who serve in the foreign service in dangerous places. We continue to pray for peace, and that mutual respect will define the relationships between followers of different religions.

And the best news of the day: Jim Foglesong completed radiation therapy, and now he can say, "I had cancer." We share the weight of each other's sorrows and concerns, but what happiness to share each other's joys and celebrations!

Crowder family

T.J. and Katie McLaughlin ask for prayers for the family of Lori Crowder. Lori died on September 10 after suffering a massive heart attack. She was a wife and mother of four high school/college age children. T.J. knew Lori from his days as a teacher at Carroll-Oakland Elementary where she was an educational assistant. He taught all four of the Crowder children. This family was already grieving. Lori's husband, Clinton, had lost his mother just three days prior. So, he lost his mother and wife in a span of three days, and the kids lost their grandmother and mother. 

Monday Update

Nina Reed asks for prayers for Molly, a young Metro Kindergarten teacher, and the family of one of her students. Molly writes, "There is a little boy in my class who is in Vanderbilt Children's Hospital right now. He was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in January and last week he lost vision, speech, and mobility. His name is Michael (Mikey). The doctors told the family to say their final goodbyes last Tuesday and he has pulled through every night. Please keep him and his family in your thought and prayers."

Charlie Biter asks that we continue to pray for his brother's infant grand daughter, Bradley who is suffering from a liver condition.

Melanie Gao's niece, Bliss will be one year old this week!

We remember people in the gulf states still recovering from flooding, the people in China whose communities were destroyed by earthquakes, and the people of Syria. 

Walter Harrelson

Walter Harrelson died on Wednesday in Winston Salem, NC. To those of you who knew him, his obituary will bring back fond memories of a good friend and teacher. To all of us it tells the story of a life well lived. Thank you for your prayers for Walter's familiy. 

Prayer concern

Pat Bentrup asks for prayers for her friend, Merle. Merle is a young husband and father, and he has surgery today to remove a brain tumor.

Prayer concerns

Carolyn Binkley is at St. Thomas. She has double pneumonia, and we pray for a quick and full recovery.

Helen Trabue asks for prayers for her friend, Denise and her family. Denise's 15-year-old niece, Kabrina lost her battle with leukemia on Thursday.

Sad news

Judi Sachs's dear friend, Sherry died from complications after surgery. Judi will be in Indiana to attend the funeral this weekend.

Martha Short died in a tragic accident on Wednesday. Funeral plans are still being made, and we will post more details as they become available. Most likely the service will be on Saturday morning at Vine Street. Thank you for your prayers for Martha's family.

Update on 2012-08-31 17:04 by Thomas Kleinert

Martha Short - Visitation will be on Saturday, September 1, at noon at Vine Street, followed by the funeral service at 2pm. The burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery. 

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Hope Hodnett

Hope Hodnett was diagnosed with superficial thrombophlebitis and cellulitis on Monday. She has her leg propped up while she awaits the results of more blood work and biopsies. Due to the risk of blood clots, her Doctor has cancelled her vacation to Vancouver. She may get bored if you don't send her an email.

Prayer concerns

Rachel Dixon's father, Robert Register, Sr., suffered a stroke last week. He has been at the VA, but will be transferring to Baptist Rehab today. Please keep him and the family in your prayers.

Rachel asks for prayers for their good friend Craig and his wife, Colette. Craig's twin brother, John died from melanoma complications on Sunday in North Carolina.

Tropical storm Isaac became a hurricane Tuesday that could flood the coasts of four states with storm surge and heavy rains on its way to New Orleans, where residents hunkered down behind levees fortified after Katrina struck seven years ago this week. May our friends on the coast be safe.

Monday Update

Julia Keith asks for prayers for her friend, Ivy who has eye surgery today.

Julia Callaway asks for prayers for her friend, Brenda who is hospitalized.

We continue to hold Bob, Phoebe, and Carolyn Binkley in our prayers.

Judi Sachs asks for prayers for her sister-in-law, Kathy who is undergoing tests after discovery of a brain lesion. She also asks for prayers for her friend, Sherry who is in critical condition after emergency surgery.

Pat Bentrup asks for our prayers; she will have eye surgery on Tuesday.

And a big thank you to the boys from Goodlettsville for playing the game so well. 

Woody Martin

Clara's husband, Woody had a successful stent procedure at St. Thomas on Thursday. We are happy to hear that he may go home as early as Saturday. Thank you for remembering them in your prayers.

Monday Update

Buddy Barnes is at St. Thomas for some additional tests. He was admitted late on Saturday, but is likely to go home on Tuesday.

Pam Lyle asks for prayers for her friend Sandra who is battling breast cancer.

Jack Wallace asks for prayers for two good friends; one just suffered a heart attack, the other is scheduled for a biopsy after a mammogram.

Doug Branson asks for prayers for his stepmother and dad. She has a form of early-onset dementia.

We apologize that these notes are somewhat incomplete. Somebody recycled Thomas's bulletin and notes on Sunday, before he had a chance to take them to his desk.

Sumner County schools

This has not been one of Sumner County's finest moments, and certainly not a great example for children observing how adults set priorities. Schools will nevertheless open tomorrow, and we hope it will be a great year for students, teachers, and staff. 

Monday Update

On Sunday we welcomed new members Doug Branson and Caitie Reid. Welcome to Vine Street! 

Joseph and Louise Bambo were married on Saturday. Congratulations!

Bradley Biter is the infant grand-daughter of Charlie's brother. She has a liver condition, and we pray for her to be well.

We ask for prayers for the people of Iran in the aftermath of the earthquake, especially the families of the victims.

We ask for prayers for the many whose lives are impacted by the long-term drought in this country, especially farmers and ranchers.

We ask for prayers for public leaders of Sumner County as they struggle to find a way out of a budget crisis. Keeping schools closed is not good policy.

Happy Birthday, Lulah!

Happy birthday to Tallulah Margaret Quinn (Lulah) who was born Thursday morning at 11:38 CST, weighing in at 9lbs 3oz, and measuring 18.5 inches. She is healthy, chubby and calm. Congratulations, Tallu and Robbie!

Congratulations, Sarahann!

Sarahann Callaway received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Belmont University School of Physical Therapy on Friday. She was chosen by the faculty to speak at the commencement ceremony. Sarahann has accepted a job with Medtravelers and will be moving to Fort Worth, Texas on August 15th to start her first assignment. She wishes to thank everyone at Vine Street for their love and support over this endeavor. Congratulations, Sarahann! Send her an e-mail

Monday Update

We continue to pray for the people of Syria and an end to the violent conflict.

We learned that Lee Fleshood died on July 31; he was 70 years old. obituary

Cliff Goidel, grandson of Jane and Bob, will have knee surgery on Wednesday.

It was good to see Michele Munson, Gabriella, and Isaac in worship on Sunday. They still live in St. Louis, but were in town to visit.

John Reed joined the Air National Guard; Andrew Reed is continuing his training now in Missouri.

Thank you for your prayers

We continue to keep Alex Cauthen in our prayers. On Friday, he will meet his new Doctor and will receive and review his most recent set of medical tests. 

We pray for comfort and safe travels for Allen Parker who is headed home to New York for hospice care. Allen was recently a patient at St. Thomas hospital and has asked for our prayers.

Howard Evans

Howard Evans died on Friday evening, July 6. He was 87 years old. The burial will be on Monday, July 9, and we will celebrate his life with a memorial service at the church that same day. Visitation will begin at 11:30am in the sanctuary, and the service will follow at noon.