Pat asks for prayers for her son, Keith and his fiancee, who will be married on Saturday. Best wishes to them!
Benjamin Wheeler
We remember Benjamin Wheeler, 6 and all who love him. He was killed on Friday, December 14 at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We are mourning the loss of all the children and adults who were killed that day. Our capacity to take in and process such a tragedy is very limited. Most of our media offer us a lot of information within a very narrow time frame, and we know that after only a few days our attention will be drawn to other events, thoughts, and conversations.
We attempt to remember those who have died and all who love them, and to allow that memory to shape our prayers as well as our thinking. Each Sunday, we speak one of the names in worship, and this practice will take until sometime in June. We take time to process this violent loss and to consider possible consequences.
Shelly Tilton
We're grateful that Shelly was finally discharged from the hospital on May 30. We hope she will continue to get better!
Viola Sigmon
First she was in a bit of a hurry (two weeks early), and then apparently she said to herself, "What's the rush?" Viola Sigmon was born just after midnight on May 29. She is beautiful, with the most elegant baby hands the preacher has ever seen! She weighs about 6 pounds and we forgot to ask for her length in inches - but who wants to know that anyway when there's such an angelic face to behold? Congratulations, Casey and Phill, and welcome to the world, Viola!
Updates
Shelly Tilton is still hospitalized, mostly due to minor complications. Please continue to remember her in your prayers.
Linda Parker will have surgery on June 10. Thank you for your prayers for her and her family, especially Grant and Kennedy.
Viola Sigmon
It looks like Viola's birthday will be May 28, 2013! Casey and Phill made the trip to the maternity ward early in the morning. We remember them in our prayers and hope for a very good birthday for the three.
Mary Sherlach
We remember Mary Sherlach, 56 and all who love her. She was killed on Friday, December 14 at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We are mourning the loss of all the children and adults who were killed that day. Our capacity to take in and process such a tragedy is very limited. Most of our media offer us a lot of information within a very narrow time frame, and we know that after only a few days our attention will be drawn to other events, thoughts, and conversations.
We attempt to remember those who have died and all who love them, and to allow that memory to shape our prayers as well as our thinking. Each Sunday, we speak one of the names in worship, and this practice will take until sometime in June. We take time to process this violent loss and to consider possible consequences.
Linda Parker
Linda Parker, Kennedy and Grant Shuler's mom and former associate minister at Vine Street, has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. She will undergo hysterectomy surgery in the coming weeks. Further treatment will be determined post op based on lab results.
Two Kids - Two Weddings!
Congratulations to Johanna and Raymond, Jude and Gibson and their parents! Now that Jude and Gibson are engaged, the Keith family is looking forward to the weddings of both their children!
Lauren Rousseau
We remember Lauren Rousseau, 30 and all who love her. She was killed on Friday, December 14 at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We are mourning the loss of all the children and adults who were killed that day. Our capacity to take in and process such a tragedy is very limited. Most of our media offer us a lot of information within a very narrow time frame, and we know that after only a few days our attention will be drawn to other events, thoughts, and conversations.
We attempt to remember those who have died and all who love them, and to allow that memory to shape our prayers as well as our thinking. Each Sunday, we speak one of the names in worship, and this practice will take until sometime in June. We take time to process this violent loss and to consider possible consequences.
Yo Mikeal!
Mikeal Trump was voted "Best Overall Teacher" by the students at Antioch Middle School. Congratulations, Mikeal!
Shelly Tilton
Shelly is recuperating from surgery. She is in a lot of pain, but everything so far went as well as can be expected. She will be hospitalized a few more days, before going to Knoxville to be with her sister for round two of the recovery process. Thank you for your prayers.
Avielle Richman
We remember Avielle Richman, 6 and all who love her. She was killed on Friday, December 14 at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We are mourning the loss of all the children and adults who were killed that day. Our capacity to take in and process such a tragedy is very limited. Most of our media offer us a lot of information within a very narrow time frame, and we know that after only a few days our attention will be drawn to other events, thoughts, and conversations.
We attempt to remember those who have died and all who love them, and to allow that memory to shape our prayers as well as our thinking. Each Sunday, we speak one of the names in worship, and this practice will take until sometime in June. We take time to process this violent loss and to consider possible consequences.
Wayne and Reeta Parks
Wayne and Reeta Parks ask for prayers for Dotun and all who called him a friend, taught him, and loved him.
Brenda Leach
Julia Callaway is mourning the death of her dear friend, Brenda Leach, and she asks for our prayers for Brenda's family.
Cuba trip
A prayer request from our Regional Minister, Dr. Glen Stewart:
"Please join with me to pray for Barbara Bekaert, Joanne Flowers and Sonia Wilkinson. These three Tennessee women are leaving today to attend a biannual women's retreat of the Christian Pentecostal Church in Cuba, a Global Mission Partner of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Pray for their safety, for their positive experience and for the relationships they will make while in Cuba."
Congratulations!
With Caitie and Doug, their families and friends we celebrate their marriage. Mr and Mrs. Branson were married on Saturday, May 4, 2013. God bless!
Franck Nkosso
Franck just returned a few days ago from a visit to Kinshasa to see his father, Jean Nkosso. He asks that we keep his father who is very ill, in our prayers. Please continue to pray for Franck as well.
Jessica Rekos
We remember Jessica Rekos, 6 and all who love her. She was killed on Friday, December 14 at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
We are mourning the loss of all the children and adults who were killed that day. Our capacity to take in and process such a tragedy is very limited. Most of our media offer us a lot of information within a very narrow time frame, and we know that after only a few days our attention will be drawn to other events, thoughts, and conversations.
We attempt to remember those who have died and all who love them, and to allow that memory to shape our prayers as well as our thinking. Each Sunday, we speak one of the names in worship, and this practice will take until sometime in June. We take time to process this violent loss and to consider possible consequences.
Congratulations!
Donna B. Woods has a new grandson! "William" Bridger Barr was born to James and Beth Barr May 3, 2013. He weighs 9 lbs. 8 oz. and 20 in. long. His sister, Molly Kate is very excited about her new brother.