We ask for prayers for Jim and Toni during what will hopefully be a brief hospitalization for Jim. He fell and hit his head pretty hard on Saturday morning, but fortunately didn't suffer any serious injuries.
Nancy Lanza
We remember Nancy Lanza and all who love her. She was the mother of the young man who killed twenty children and six women 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 have spoken one of the names in worship, allowing our hearts to process this violent loss and to consider what we might do in response.
Orlan Lorton
Orlan Lorton Jr., the grandfather of Helen Trabue and Malinda Moseley, died peacefully on Thursday, June 13. We keep Helen, Malinda and all who are grieving in our prayers.
Tuesday update
Joe Keith's mother, Ollie Thompson had a successful surgery; everything went well. Thank you for your continuing prayers as she begins the rehabilitation process, first at Stallworth and later at The Meadows.
Linda Parker's surgery went well, and Grant is with her. We hold her in prayer as she awaits pathology reports, which may take up to ten days.
Roger Bishop's brother died Monday afternoon in Franklin, NC. Ronald had been hospitalized for a collapsed lung. Funeral/memorial arrangements are being made; a service may be several days away. Ron's death comes on the heels of the deaths of Martha's sister-in-law and the husband of her cousin. Martha and Roger are in Paris, KY for the funerals.
Monday update
Linda Parker is having surgery today.
Ollie Thompson, Joe Keith's mother, is also having surgery today.
Shelly Tilton is back in the hospital for tests.
Allison Wyatt
We remember Allison Wyatt, 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.
Will Campbell
Anything we could say here, would be too little. Will Campbell died last night; he was 88 years old. We are grateful for his life and witness.
Pat Bentrup
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.