Greg Rumburg’s cousin Rose died on Thursday evening. Thank you for continuing to lift up family and friends in your prayers.
Joan and David Strasinger
David Strasinger died this morning, surrounded by family. Thank you for continuing to remember Joan in your prayers, together with all who mourn his death. Funeral arrangements are still being made, but it is very likely that a service will be held on Saturday, January 24 in the afternoon at Vine Street, with visitation prior to the service. We will publicize details as they become known.
Rose
Greg Rumburg's cousin Rose appears to be nearing the end of her life following a long illness. Please offer prayers for peace for Rose's family and friends.
Steve Reed
We are grateful to know Steve Reed is recovering well following recent surgery. Nina Reed asks that we keep Steve in our prayers as his recovery continues for a few more weeks.
David & Joan Strasinger
David Strasinger is receiving hospice care now following a recent illness. We pray for his continuing comfort, and we pray Joan and all who love Dave will find peace.
Beverly Wauer
Beverly Wauer, the sister of Julia Keith, will have surgery this week. Julia asks that we keep Beverly in our prayers.
Junia Esperanza Miller
Junia Esperanza Miller (8pounds, 10oz) was born early in the morning of Saturday, January 10th. Alec and Amanda are the happy parents and Lukas the big brother. All of them are doing well. Congratulations! You can see many more lovely baby pictures at Alec's Facebook page.
Elizabeth B. Mooty
We received an obituary note from Michael Mooty, retired pastor from Central Christian Church in Lexington, KY who spent early years at Vine Street where his parents were members while Michael’s father, Alex Mooty was on the Regional Staff.
Elizabeth Brewer Mooty died Sunday (of course) at the age of 96. Well done, good and faithful servant! A native Texan and graduate of Southern Methodist University, she was the wife of the late Alex Mooty, and is survived by her grateful family, sons Michael and Bob, daughter-in-law Sarah, soon-to-be-daughter-in-law Helen Beth, and two grandsons, Boone and Caleb. Elizabeth was a natural as a pre-school teacher, a voracious reader, and was always ready to extend a hand to people who needed a friend. She had little tolerance for grammatical mistakes by those who should know better (like her children), and persons who were ungrateful, proud, or hard of heart. Small in size and large in spirit, she will be missed by family and friends and welcomed as an interesting, lively addition to whatever awaits us. A time of grateful remembrance will be held Saturday, January 3 at 1:00 at Timberlake Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Timberlake Christian Church Memorial Fund or your favorite charity.
Timberlake Christian Church
20261 Lynchburg Highway
Lynchburg, VA 24502
Congratulations, T.J.!
T.J. McLaughlin has been recognized by his colleagues as Gallatin High School Teacher of the Year! Congratulations!
Shirley Forstman
Shirley was hospitalized on Tuesday for some follow-up tests. She will possibly stay in rehab for a few days to build her overall strength. Thank you for remembering her in your prayers.
Winter Retreat at Christmount
Several dozen of our Vine Street members and friends are with Rev. Hope Hodnett at the all-church Winter Retreat at Christmount in Black Mountain, North Carolina. We continue to offer prayers for their fun, fellowship and safety this week.
Shirley Forstman
Thank you for keeping Shirley in your prayers while she is recovering from a fall. She broke five ribs, so please be extra gentle when you give her a hug.
Elizabeth Lawrence
Risley Lawrence shares that Elizabeth has been discharged from Woodcrest and is now home. He invites his Vine Street Christian Church family to join him in offering prayers of thanksgiving. "This is the best Christmas present I could ask for!" he said. She will need several days to rest quietly. Next week, short visits may be in order, depending on how Elizabeth feels.
Priscilla Hutton
Longtime Vine Street member Priscilla Hutton died early this morning. We join her family in celebrating her life, offering, too, prayers of comfort for Betsy, David and Ryan von Dohlen; Suzanne and Ross Rainwater; and all who love Priscilla. Arrangements are in process; a memorial service will be scheduled for early January.
Walter Seifert
Walter Seifert recently had a pacemaker implanted. We join him and Dean in offering prayers of gratitude for this small, life-saving device.
Calin Trabue
We keep in our prayers Calin Trabue, who is having unexplained fevers. We pray for his comfort and care.
The Hefner Family
Please keep The Hefner Family in your prayers. April's grandfather, Carlos, died yesterday evening in West Virginia after a long illness. We pray for April's dad, Carl, and especially her grandmother, Glenna, who has been married to Carlos for more than 65 years.
Work problems
We have been asked to pray for Ron West, Martha Laysley, and Mary Jayne Jones; they are experiencing work problems.
Lester McNatt
Please keep Lester McNatt in your prayers. Unexpectedly, he had surgery this weekend.
The Dixon Family
Bryce Dixon's father William Dixon died yesterday. William was the grandfather of Gabriel, Matthew and Caitlin and the great-grandfather of Roman, Liam and Gia. The Dixon family would be grateful for your prayers. William's funeral will be on Sunday in Shelbyville.