Walter Seifert was 2013 recipient of the "Andrew Jackson Medal" awarded for "notably distinguished service in the cause of Freemasonry, Humanity and Country". The medal was presented during the 199th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons of Tennessee, which has 330 subordinate Lodges with total membership of forty two thousand . Walter has been a Mason for fifty five years and has served as Grand Historian since 2008. Congratulations, Walter! Bob Faires, the father of our former intern, Diane Faires, had knee replacecment surgery in Nashville on August 23. Everything went well and went back home to Clarksville on Sunday! Steve Reed’s grandmother, Gladys Heier (sp?) is 99 years old, and her strength is declining. The family asks for our prayers for her and her daughter, Madeline, Steve’s mother, who is taking care of her. We continue to remember the peoples of Syria and Egypt in our prayers, and ask for God's guidance and wisdom for all who make decisions about their future.
Madison Church of Christ
Many of you will already know that the building of the Madison Church of Christ flooded during the heavy rains on August 8.
When we asked how things were going and how we could help we received this kind response, "Things are still in quite a mess, although clean-up is going well. We are still on generator power and probably 2 weeks away from having electricity and AC restored. The rebuild is going to be a long process, and I can't tell you how much it means to have such kind thoughts and acts from fellow believers."
We will collect a special offering on Sunday and send it to the congregation - not that it will make a big dent in their rebuilding budget, but it will be a gesture of our support. We have received a neighborhood outreach grant from Week of Compassion, and we will add our gifts to it, and when the time comes, we will stand ready to help with rebuilding the damaged rooms.
Please bring or mail your check to church by August 21, memo: flood relief, and continue to remember the congregation and all they serve in your prayers.
Cara & Billy
In case you haven't heard the news... Jolene is very excited!
And to spell it out a bit, Cara and Billy Doidge Kilgore are expecting a baby, and Carol will be a grandmother!
Chris Trabue
We ask for prayers for the family of Chris Trabue; his grandmother, Mary Trabue, died on Friday.
Flooding
Doug and Caitie Branson had 6-7 inches of water in their home this morning, and Katie McLaughlin was watching the water come up to the backdoor of their house. We hope there won't be any more rain today. If you have some time on Friday, and know how to clean a house, please get in touch with Hope Hodnett or Doug and Caitie. Thank you!
Prayers of Thanksgiving
We offer prayers of thanksgiving for the work of Andrew Krinks with The Contributor. Read his farewell note here.
Netterville family
Bronson and Margaret Netterville are celebrating the births of two new great granddaughters. Evaliyna Slack was born on June 23 in Honolulu, HI to Shane and Veronica Slack. Most recently, on August 5th here in Nashville, Audrey Fox was born to Rachel and Doug Fox. Congratulations!
Monday update
Jim ClenDening asks for prayers for his aunt, Carrie Robinson; she is critically ill. He also asks us to remember her daughter.
Linda Edwards started radiation therapy today.
Today is the birthday of Ted Lee and Risley Lawrence. Happy Birthday to two of the best!
Sandy Crow
Lester McNatt asks for prayers for Sandy Crow; she has pancreatic cancer. Sandy is the wife of the minister at Owen Chapel, where Lester served as worship leader.
Linda Edwards
These past few weeks have been quite an emotional roller coaster for Linda. In addition to the joys and concerns we already shared, she also received news that she has a malignant tumor in her breast. She is scheduled for a lumpectomy on Tuesday, July 30, and we all hope with her for good pathology reports. Thank you for all the ways you surround her with your friendship and your prayers during these difficult days.
Mark has been making good progress in physical therapy and he is scheduled to go home on Wednesday.
Cheryl Russell's ordination
Another Edwards family update
Karl and his mom are at home and settled in. Mark is doing well in rehab and may be able to go home at the end of the week.
Edwards family update
The long awaited news from grandma Linda:
The long awaited Karl Alexander Velez Edwards is finally here! He has lots of dark hair, weighs 8 lbs. 1 oz and is 21 inches long. His parents, Digna and Todd are completely exhausted, but all are happy and healthy. Congratulations!
Linda with her new grandson, Karl and her son, Todd.
Edwards family
Linda Edwards let us know that the birth announcement for her first grandson, Karl should only be hours away. His parents went to the maternity ward on Saturday.
Mark continues to recuperate from knee replacement surgery. He is now at Richland Place until he is strong and stable enough to go home.
Jim Foglesong memorial service
The memorial service for Jim will be on Tuesday, July 16 at 1pm at Vine Street Christian Church.
Many people will want to attend the service, so we ask that members and friends car-pool to church so the parking lot will not fill up with single-occupant vehicles. Barely anyone will notice this gesture, but it's a generous act of hospitality nevertheless. Thank you!
Following the service, there will be a reception in the fellowship hall to give family members and friends an opportunity to visit.
Jim Foglesong
Jim Foglesong passed away this morning. We will have a memorial service at Vine Street, but a date and time still have to be determined. Thank you for your prayers for Toni and the family and for all who will miss this fine gentleman and friend.
Wednesday update
Ted Lee's back surgery went well this morning. He's expected to be discharged today, and we hope that he'll soon be free of pain. Thank you for keeping him and Sondra in your prayers.
Micah Snow asks for our prayers for his grandmother, Doris Snow. She was recently diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and has begun receiving chemotherapy.
Phoenix Jett Wilson was born on Monday afternoon, July 1, weighing 8 lbs 14 oz. His parents are Angie and Greg; they and their children have been worshiping with us in recent months. Welcome to the world, Phoenix!
Prayer requests
Lyn Dorris asks for prayers for her mother, Frances; she will be hospitalized on Wednesday for additional tests and treatment of heart problems.
Ted Lee will have back surgery on Wednesday and we ask that you keep him and his family in your prayers.
Jim Foglesong continues to be hospitalized.
Betty Hare
John Shuler's sister-in-law, Betty Hare, died Wednesday, June 19. Her funeral will be held Saturday. Betty was Debra's sister, and Kennedy and Grant's "Aunt Betty Lynn." Please keep the family in your prayers.
Jim Berhow
Please keep the Berhow family in your prayers as they grieve the death of Brian's father, Jim Berhow. He died early Monday morning, June 17th. The memorial service is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, June 22nd in Murray, KY.