See the message below from Brian. Thank you for praying for his family.
Wes
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Wes,
I need to add one more prayer request; Last Thursday night I got a phone call from my parents telling me that my cousin (Kevin Post) was found dead in his apartment. He was only 42 years old but he apparently died of a freak heart attack. He was divorced a year or two ago but he has a 6 year old daughter (Alexandria) so please keep her, my Aunt and Uncle (Darwin and Lorraine Post) and the rest of the family in your prayers. Thanks. Brian
Monday, April 28, 2008
Reminder: Bring Chairs to the Brisket Cookout
Friends:
Brian VanZee has asked that I remind all of you to bring lawn chairs with you to the Cookout. Brian and Jill will have tables set up, but they won't have enough chairs for everyone.
Wes
Brian VanZee has asked that I remind all of you to bring lawn chairs with you to the Cookout. Brian and Jill will have tables set up, but they won't have enough chairs for everyone.
Wes
Directions to the VanZee Home
FROM BRIAN VANZEE:
Below is a link to a map of our house as well as some directions. Hopefully this will make it easy enough for people to find our house. Thanks.
Google Map to VanZee Home
From Waco: Take loop 340/Hwy 6 east towards Robinson; Exit off of Loop 340 onto Hwy 77, otherwise known as Robinson Drive; Go South on Hwy 77until you come to the 3rd stop light which will be at the intersection of Hwy 77 and Lyndale Drive; Turn right onto Lyndale drive and go until you come to the first stop sign which is on the corner of Lyndale and Old Robinson Road; Turn Left onto Old Robinson Road and then take the first Right onto Tate Ave; You will stay on Tate Ave, past the High School and around a few curves, until you come to Pompano Park which will be the last Road on your right. Turn Right on Pompano Park and drive until you come to our house (447) which will be on the Left hand side of the street.
From Hewitt: Take Sun Valley Drive off of Hewitt Drive and stay on Sun Valley until you cross over I-35; at the stop light on the East side of I-35 you will turn left or go North on the frontage road a short distance until you can veer right onto Greig Drive; Take Greig Drive all the way down to Hoffmeyer Lane and turn Right onto Hoffmeyer Lane; Stay on Hoffmeyer Lane until you go around a sharp curve and Pompano Park Drive will be the first road turning Left. Turn Left onto Pompano Park Drive and go until you come to our house (447) which will be on the Left hand side of the street.
Below is a link to a map of our house as well as some directions. Hopefully this will make it easy enough for people to find our house. Thanks.
Google Map to VanZee Home
From Waco: Take loop 340/Hwy 6 east towards Robinson; Exit off of Loop 340 onto Hwy 77, otherwise known as Robinson Drive; Go South on Hwy 77until you come to the 3rd stop light which will be at the intersection of Hwy 77 and Lyndale Drive; Turn right onto Lyndale drive and go until you come to the first stop sign which is on the corner of Lyndale and Old Robinson Road; Turn Left onto Old Robinson Road and then take the first Right onto Tate Ave; You will stay on Tate Ave, past the High School and around a few curves, until you come to Pompano Park which will be the last Road on your right. Turn Right on Pompano Park and drive until you come to our house (447) which will be on the Left hand side of the street.
From Hewitt: Take Sun Valley Drive off of Hewitt Drive and stay on Sun Valley until you cross over I-35; at the stop light on the East side of I-35 you will turn left or go North on the frontage road a short distance until you can veer right onto Greig Drive; Take Greig Drive all the way down to Hoffmeyer Lane and turn Right onto Hoffmeyer Lane; Stay on Hoffmeyer Lane until you go around a sharp curve and Pompano Park Drive will be the first road turning Left. Turn Left onto Pompano Park Drive and go until you come to our house (447) which will be on the Left hand side of the street.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Last Chance!: VanZee Brisket Blowout RSVP, Sign-Up List, etc.
Friends:
I want to remind all of you that the BRISKET COOKOUT will take place on Saturday, May 3rd, at 5:00 p.m. at the VanZee home. I need to know by TODAY if you plan to be there. I have included the list of RSVPs that I have below. Please let me know if you plan to be there and how many people will be with you (including kids).
Brian and Jill live at 447 Pompano Park in Robinson. Brian and Jill, would you mind sending us directions? If you want to send them to me, I can distribute them to the class.
We also still have some items left to bring on our list. See the list below. If there is something that you want to bring and you haven't signed up yet, let me know.
I think we will have a great time. Thanks to Jeff Hookham, we have arranged to have a Bounce House set up for the kids. Let me know if you'd like to donate to help pay for the Bounce House.
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SIGN-UP LIST
Paper plates for meal and desserts/salads--Buhners
Plasticware and cups--Ericksons
Soda/Tea--B&T Sullivans, McCrarys, Owens, ONE MORE MAYBE?
Kids Drinks--Mays, Buhners
Salads--Owens, ONE MORE MAYBE?
Desserts--Ramsdells, Schneiders
Side Dish--Hookhams, Burneys (beans)--ONE MORE?
Chips and Dip--Nulls, Jacques, Nicholsons
Hot Dogs and Hot Dog Buns--Rogers
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RSVP LIST
Nulls (2 adults, 2 kids)
Hookhams (2 adults, 2 kids)
Burneys (2 adults, 2 kids)
Jacques (2 adults, 1 kid)
Ramsdells (2 adults)
Mays (2 adults, 3 kids)
Ericksons (2 adults)
Sullivans (1 adult, 2 kids)
McCrarys (1 adult, 1 kid)
Nicholsons (2 adults, 2 kids)
Schneiders (2 adults, 2 kids)
Buhners (2 adults, 3 kids--yes, 3, the Buhners will have a visitor)
Owens (2 adults, 2 kids)
Bartrams (2 adults, 1 kid)
Rogers (2 adults, 1 kid)
TOTAL: 51--28 adults, 23 kids
Again, let me know if I have somehow failed to put you on the list. Thanks again to Brian and Jill for inviting us to their home! Let the fun begin!
Wes
I want to remind all of you that the BRISKET COOKOUT will take place on Saturday, May 3rd, at 5:00 p.m. at the VanZee home. I need to know by TODAY if you plan to be there. I have included the list of RSVPs that I have below. Please let me know if you plan to be there and how many people will be with you (including kids).
Brian and Jill live at 447 Pompano Park in Robinson. Brian and Jill, would you mind sending us directions? If you want to send them to me, I can distribute them to the class.
We also still have some items left to bring on our list. See the list below. If there is something that you want to bring and you haven't signed up yet, let me know.
I think we will have a great time. Thanks to Jeff Hookham, we have arranged to have a Bounce House set up for the kids. Let me know if you'd like to donate to help pay for the Bounce House.
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SIGN-UP LIST
Paper plates for meal and desserts/salads--Buhners
Plasticware and cups--Ericksons
Soda/Tea--B&T Sullivans, McCrarys, Owens, ONE MORE MAYBE?
Kids Drinks--Mays, Buhners
Salads--Owens, ONE MORE MAYBE?
Desserts--Ramsdells, Schneiders
Side Dish--Hookhams, Burneys (beans)--ONE MORE?
Chips and Dip--Nulls, Jacques, Nicholsons
Hot Dogs and Hot Dog Buns--Rogers
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RSVP LIST
Nulls (2 adults, 2 kids)
Hookhams (2 adults, 2 kids)
Burneys (2 adults, 2 kids)
Jacques (2 adults, 1 kid)
Ramsdells (2 adults)
Mays (2 adults, 3 kids)
Ericksons (2 adults)
Sullivans (1 adult, 2 kids)
McCrarys (1 adult, 1 kid)
Nicholsons (2 adults, 2 kids)
Schneiders (2 adults, 2 kids)
Buhners (2 adults, 3 kids--yes, 3, the Buhners will have a visitor)
Owens (2 adults, 2 kids)
Bartrams (2 adults, 1 kid)
Rogers (2 adults, 1 kid)
TOTAL: 51--28 adults, 23 kids
Again, let me know if I have somehow failed to put you on the list. Thanks again to Brian and Jill for inviting us to their home! Let the fun begin!
Wes
Class News April 27 Style, and Steve May is Out of Retirement!
Friends:
Good evening, all! Hope you've had a good weekend. If you didn't make it to class this morning, you missed some world class jokes. And I'm not kidding! I think folks even laughed today. I'm on a roll.
We also enjoyed celebrating Ms. Dana's birthday, which is tomorrow. Thanks to Jeff and Bernie for helping me to pull off the surprise. I thought we may as well do something exciting. Dana only turns 21 once, after all!
Thanks, also, to Jennifer and Steven Owens for bringing donuts. That's right; we had donuts and cake today! Glad to see that our health kick is paying real dividends these days. Next week is OPEN as far as snacks are concerned. Any volunteers? Let me know if you're interested.
I plan to send a separate message about the VanZee Brisket Blowout, but be sure to let us know by today if you plan to be there!
PRAYERS AND PRAISES
Franci and Robbie Rogers are traveling this week to Minnesota. Please pray for their safe travel.
We need to continue to pray for Amy Nicholson's dad. He's had a very difficult couple of weeks. Pray for comfort for Amy's family and for better days ahead.
We also need to keep up the prayers for Amy and the little baby she's carrying. Pray for health and strength for Amy and their baby boy. : )
Vince Erickson is in Arkansas this week. Pray for a good trip and safe travel for Vince.
Steve May has asked that we pray for one of his friends, Steve Fallon. Steve (Fallon, that is) had a heart attack last Sunday. After surgery that included 7 stints being put into his chest, he seems to be doing a bit better. Please pray for Steve's recovery.
Also on the May front, Steve brought a praise today that he and Benjamin had a great trip together this week to see Rush (the rock band, that is). They enjoyed some good male bonding time. This event also has led me to develop a new appreciation for Rush. I even got a free CD out of the deal. Thanks, Steve!
We need to pray for David and Ashlee McCrary. David has been looking at some job opportunities in Houston. Please pray for discernment and good decision-making for the McCrarys.
Jennifer May has asked that we pray one of her little ones at school. She has been having some difficult problems at home. Please pray for better days for her.
Let's pray for the Methodist Children's Home and everyone there who is helping the 45 or so kids that they recently received from West Texas. Pray, especially, for these kids as they go through such a difficult time of transition. Salley T., I suspect that you are in the middle of this effort. Please let us know how we can help. I know that several people in our class mentioned this morning that they would be interested in donating to the Children's Home to help with this effort. Be sure to let me know how we might be able to help.
Steven Owens mentioned this morning that someone in our church experienced a house fire last night, most likely due from a lightning strike. Off-hand, Steven couldn't remember the name of the people (it was an early morning call for our friend, the keeper of the peace, after all!), but please pray for the family. If anyone knows the name of who is dealing with this fire, please let me know.
Last but certainly not least, please pray that my beautiful wife Dana (yes, I'm sucking up here) will have a great birthday tomorrow. Happy Birthday, honey!
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BREAKING NEWS: STEVE MAY COMES OUT OF RETIREMENT!
I have an important announcement to make about our next class book. Unlike Brett Favre, Steve May is coming out of retirement (but as a teacher, not a quarterback). Steve has run across a book that he would like to teach to our class. I think this is a terrific idea. The book is called Lord, Save Us From Your Followers: Why is the Gospel of Love Dividing America? For more, click here. I think the book will lead to some very good discussions. Thanks to Steve for thinking of the book!
As others of you run across other books, I would like to do more of this. As I've said many times, this is OUR class, not MY class (or Dana's class!). The more we share our interests and our walk with God, the better. So, if others of you out there have a book that you think our class would enjoy reading, please let me know! I certainly don't have to teach every class. I would like to see us share in the teaching as much as possible. Steve will plan to start with the book on May 18th. It should take 5 weeks or so. By popular demand, I have agreed to continue to bring along my world-winning jokes. I'll also continue to take care of prayers, the blog, our weekly newsletter/email, and related matters. I look forward to Steve leading us through this book!
I think that covers class matters for this Sunday. In a separate message, I will send out everything that will help us to get organized for the Brisket Blowout.
Have a great week, everyone. See you next Sunday morning!
Wes and Dana (the birthday girl)
Good evening, all! Hope you've had a good weekend. If you didn't make it to class this morning, you missed some world class jokes. And I'm not kidding! I think folks even laughed today. I'm on a roll.
We also enjoyed celebrating Ms. Dana's birthday, which is tomorrow. Thanks to Jeff and Bernie for helping me to pull off the surprise. I thought we may as well do something exciting. Dana only turns 21 once, after all!
Thanks, also, to Jennifer and Steven Owens for bringing donuts. That's right; we had donuts and cake today! Glad to see that our health kick is paying real dividends these days. Next week is OPEN as far as snacks are concerned. Any volunteers? Let me know if you're interested.
I plan to send a separate message about the VanZee Brisket Blowout, but be sure to let us know by today if you plan to be there!
PRAYERS AND PRAISES
Franci and Robbie Rogers are traveling this week to Minnesota. Please pray for their safe travel.
We need to continue to pray for Amy Nicholson's dad. He's had a very difficult couple of weeks. Pray for comfort for Amy's family and for better days ahead.
We also need to keep up the prayers for Amy and the little baby she's carrying. Pray for health and strength for Amy and their baby boy. : )
Vince Erickson is in Arkansas this week. Pray for a good trip and safe travel for Vince.
Steve May has asked that we pray for one of his friends, Steve Fallon. Steve (Fallon, that is) had a heart attack last Sunday. After surgery that included 7 stints being put into his chest, he seems to be doing a bit better. Please pray for Steve's recovery.
Also on the May front, Steve brought a praise today that he and Benjamin had a great trip together this week to see Rush (the rock band, that is). They enjoyed some good male bonding time. This event also has led me to develop a new appreciation for Rush. I even got a free CD out of the deal. Thanks, Steve!
We need to pray for David and Ashlee McCrary. David has been looking at some job opportunities in Houston. Please pray for discernment and good decision-making for the McCrarys.
Jennifer May has asked that we pray one of her little ones at school. She has been having some difficult problems at home. Please pray for better days for her.
Let's pray for the Methodist Children's Home and everyone there who is helping the 45 or so kids that they recently received from West Texas. Pray, especially, for these kids as they go through such a difficult time of transition. Salley T., I suspect that you are in the middle of this effort. Please let us know how we can help. I know that several people in our class mentioned this morning that they would be interested in donating to the Children's Home to help with this effort. Be sure to let me know how we might be able to help.
Steven Owens mentioned this morning that someone in our church experienced a house fire last night, most likely due from a lightning strike. Off-hand, Steven couldn't remember the name of the people (it was an early morning call for our friend, the keeper of the peace, after all!), but please pray for the family. If anyone knows the name of who is dealing with this fire, please let me know.
Last but certainly not least, please pray that my beautiful wife Dana (yes, I'm sucking up here) will have a great birthday tomorrow. Happy Birthday, honey!
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BREAKING NEWS: STEVE MAY COMES OUT OF RETIREMENT!
I have an important announcement to make about our next class book. Unlike Brett Favre, Steve May is coming out of retirement (but as a teacher, not a quarterback). Steve has run across a book that he would like to teach to our class. I think this is a terrific idea. The book is called Lord, Save Us From Your Followers: Why is the Gospel of Love Dividing America? For more, click here. I think the book will lead to some very good discussions. Thanks to Steve for thinking of the book!
As others of you run across other books, I would like to do more of this. As I've said many times, this is OUR class, not MY class (or Dana's class!). The more we share our interests and our walk with God, the better. So, if others of you out there have a book that you think our class would enjoy reading, please let me know! I certainly don't have to teach every class. I would like to see us share in the teaching as much as possible. Steve will plan to start with the book on May 18th. It should take 5 weeks or so. By popular demand, I have agreed to continue to bring along my world-winning jokes. I'll also continue to take care of prayers, the blog, our weekly newsletter/email, and related matters. I look forward to Steve leading us through this book!
I think that covers class matters for this Sunday. In a separate message, I will send out everything that will help us to get organized for the Brisket Blowout.
Have a great week, everyone. See you next Sunday morning!
Wes and Dana (the birthday girl)
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Message from Amy, Prayers for Her Dad
Friends:
Please see the note below from Amy Nicholson. Thank you for your prayers for her family and, especially, for her Dad. As you can see, he has had a very difficult couple of weeks.
Wes
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FROM AMY NICHOLSON
Wes,
I can't believe I'm having to email you again, but our family needs prayer. We just got back last night from being in Wichita Falls and we found out a couple of hours later that my dad's brother passed away late yesterday with a sudden heart attack. My uncle was in his mid-forties and this obviously was a complete surprise. My uncle and his wife had just returned to Ohio after a 24 hour drive after my granddaddy's funeral. He was a professor at a college and had to teach classes on Wednesday. This has just been a little too much for all of us- my dad lost his dad and one of his brothers in less than a week and had his first grandson born in the middle of it. Please pray for my dad and mom and my aunt Debbie. Thank you.
Amy
Please see the note below from Amy Nicholson. Thank you for your prayers for her family and, especially, for her Dad. As you can see, he has had a very difficult couple of weeks.
Wes
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FROM AMY NICHOLSON
Wes,
I can't believe I'm having to email you again, but our family needs prayer. We just got back last night from being in Wichita Falls and we found out a couple of hours later that my dad's brother passed away late yesterday with a sudden heart attack. My uncle was in his mid-forties and this obviously was a complete surprise. My uncle and his wife had just returned to Ohio after a 24 hour drive after my granddaddy's funeral. He was a professor at a college and had to teach classes on Wednesday. This has just been a little too much for all of us- my dad lost his dad and one of his brothers in less than a week and had his first grandson born in the middle of it. Please pray for my dad and mom and my aunt Debbie. Thank you.
Amy
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Brisket Blowout!-RSVP by April 27th
Friends:
Don't miss the Brisket Blowout at the home of Brian and Jill VanZee! Thanks again to the VanZees for having us over. The party is scheduled for Saturday, May 3rd, at 5:00 p.m. We'll send a map and other details soon.
For now, we need to know who plans to attend. Brian needs to get the brisket plans (and cooking!) started by next Sunday. So, if you can attend, please let us know by next Sunday, April 27th. Just RSVP to me through email if you can make it. Let me know how many people from your family will be there. As of right now, it looks like we have about 44 people (including kids) signed up. We should have a great time, so be sure to join us if you can!
Wes
P.S.--Jeff Hookham has agreed to provide our evening entertainment. Rumor has it that he'll be singing a special tune that he's written especially for this event. Thanks, Jeff!
Don't miss the Brisket Blowout at the home of Brian and Jill VanZee! Thanks again to the VanZees for having us over. The party is scheduled for Saturday, May 3rd, at 5:00 p.m. We'll send a map and other details soon.
For now, we need to know who plans to attend. Brian needs to get the brisket plans (and cooking!) started by next Sunday. So, if you can attend, please let us know by next Sunday, April 27th. Just RSVP to me through email if you can make it. Let me know how many people from your family will be there. As of right now, it looks like we have about 44 people (including kids) signed up. We should have a great time, so be sure to join us if you can!
Wes
P.S.--Jeff Hookham has agreed to provide our evening entertainment. Rumor has it that he'll be singing a special tune that he's written especially for this event. Thanks, Jeff!
Update, Busy-ness, and Prayers
Good evening, all! Hope you've had a great weekend. Us Nulls even managed to get some flowers planted in the yard. Thank God for this great weather! My parents tell me that the wind has been blowing 50 mph every day in New Mexico. For now, I guess we should all be happy that we live here in Central Texas. Then again, July and August aren't far off . . . .
Thanks to us Nulls! We brought the donuts this morning. Next week, Steven and Jennifer Owens are in charge. Thanks, Owens family!
Before prayers, we have one big announcement today about the VanZee brisket cookout that will take place on May 3 at 5:00 p.m. I plan to send details in a separate message (to make sure I get your attention!).
Now, on to prayers and praises. Several of our families are going through difficult times. Here are messages from Amy, Elizabeth, and Teresa, respectively, about the good and bad going on in their lives. Thank you for praying for them.
FROM AMY NICHOLSON:
Wes:
It has been a very crazy last 72 hours for us. My grandaddy passed away Friday night and my brother and in his wife had their sweet baby boy yesterday afternoon after a long and sticky labor situation. We are on our way up to Wichita Falls today after coming back from Fort Worth yesterday. Although it has been very stressful, all is now well and we are all breathing a little better today. Hope today goes well.
Thanks,
Amy
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FROM ELIZABETH NEMEC:
Just a quick note on the Nemecs. Would appreciate prayers. We've had the stomach bug run through our house again for about a week now. We've all had it at this point. Dylan came down with it again last Monday, and as of today, it looks like he's still not done with it. We're exhausted and really could use some extra prayers.
Blessings
Elizabeth Nemec
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FROM TERESA SULLIVAN:
Hey Wes! I hope your afternoon is going well. Ben and I will not be in Sunday School tomorrow because I am taking Ben to Granbury (the first step in his trip back to work). I do have a couple of prayer requests that I was hoping you could add to the list tomorrow.
First, Ben's brother, Jim, will be leaving Friday, April 25th, for a mission trip with his church to Brazil. Please pray for their safe trip and that they will be able to spread the gospel in a small village in Brazil.
Second, my mother recently decided to leave her job and seek other employment. It was a bad situation all around. Even though she feels better about not going there anymore, my parents are now tight on the budget until my mom can find a new job. Please pray that God's will will be done in her search.
Lastly, my grandmother will be turning 82 in May. She has currently been in and out of the hospital due to dehydration. (She is the same grandmother that had seizures that were untreated for at least two weeks.) We know that she will have to leave us soon, but it is still hard on the family. Please pray for the passing to be painless for her and not so hard for the family.
Thanks so much Wes. Wish everyone a good week and I will see you all next Sunday.
Teresa Sullivan
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As you can see, we need to pray for the Nicholsons, the Nemecs, and the Sullivans. Great news about the new baby in Amy's family! Please pray for this little one as well. As for the Nemecs, those of us who have dealt with the stomach bug recently know how bad this can be. Hang in there, Elizabeth and David. At our house, Gatorade, chicken noodle soup, and saltine crackers seemed to help. From Teresa, we can see how many things we need to pray for there. Teresa doesn't mention it, but we always need to pray for safety for Ben as well. We're always here for you, Teresa, if you need something. Just call.
Also on the prayer front, please continue to pray for Vince's friends Cole and Iva. The trial continues to drag on. Pray for a resolution soon and for positive news.
We also need to pray for safe travel for Vince. He's headed to Arkansas for some much deserved vacation and rest time. Pray for a good trip and some renewal for Vince.
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I think that takes care of matters for this Sunday (with the exception of the VanZee event). Have a great week, everyone! We'll look forward to seeing you next Sunday morning.
Wes and Dana
Thanks to us Nulls! We brought the donuts this morning. Next week, Steven and Jennifer Owens are in charge. Thanks, Owens family!
Before prayers, we have one big announcement today about the VanZee brisket cookout that will take place on May 3 at 5:00 p.m. I plan to send details in a separate message (to make sure I get your attention!).
Now, on to prayers and praises. Several of our families are going through difficult times. Here are messages from Amy, Elizabeth, and Teresa, respectively, about the good and bad going on in their lives. Thank you for praying for them.
FROM AMY NICHOLSON:
Wes:
It has been a very crazy last 72 hours for us. My grandaddy passed away Friday night and my brother and in his wife had their sweet baby boy yesterday afternoon after a long and sticky labor situation. We are on our way up to Wichita Falls today after coming back from Fort Worth yesterday. Although it has been very stressful, all is now well and we are all breathing a little better today. Hope today goes well.
Thanks,
Amy
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FROM ELIZABETH NEMEC:
Just a quick note on the Nemecs. Would appreciate prayers. We've had the stomach bug run through our house again for about a week now. We've all had it at this point. Dylan came down with it again last Monday, and as of today, it looks like he's still not done with it. We're exhausted and really could use some extra prayers.
Blessings
Elizabeth Nemec
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FROM TERESA SULLIVAN:
Hey Wes! I hope your afternoon is going well. Ben and I will not be in Sunday School tomorrow because I am taking Ben to Granbury (the first step in his trip back to work). I do have a couple of prayer requests that I was hoping you could add to the list tomorrow.
First, Ben's brother, Jim, will be leaving Friday, April 25th, for a mission trip with his church to Brazil. Please pray for their safe trip and that they will be able to spread the gospel in a small village in Brazil.
Second, my mother recently decided to leave her job and seek other employment. It was a bad situation all around. Even though she feels better about not going there anymore, my parents are now tight on the budget until my mom can find a new job. Please pray that God's will will be done in her search.
Lastly, my grandmother will be turning 82 in May. She has currently been in and out of the hospital due to dehydration. (She is the same grandmother that had seizures that were untreated for at least two weeks.) We know that she will have to leave us soon, but it is still hard on the family. Please pray for the passing to be painless for her and not so hard for the family.
Thanks so much Wes. Wish everyone a good week and I will see you all next Sunday.
Teresa Sullivan
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As you can see, we need to pray for the Nicholsons, the Nemecs, and the Sullivans. Great news about the new baby in Amy's family! Please pray for this little one as well. As for the Nemecs, those of us who have dealt with the stomach bug recently know how bad this can be. Hang in there, Elizabeth and David. At our house, Gatorade, chicken noodle soup, and saltine crackers seemed to help. From Teresa, we can see how many things we need to pray for there. Teresa doesn't mention it, but we always need to pray for safety for Ben as well. We're always here for you, Teresa, if you need something. Just call.
Also on the prayer front, please continue to pray for Vince's friends Cole and Iva. The trial continues to drag on. Pray for a resolution soon and for positive news.
We also need to pray for safe travel for Vince. He's headed to Arkansas for some much deserved vacation and rest time. Pray for a good trip and some renewal for Vince.
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I think that takes care of matters for this Sunday (with the exception of the VanZee event). Have a great week, everyone! We'll look forward to seeing you next Sunday morning.
Wes and Dana
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Encouragement for Tomorrow
Friends:
Good evening! I'm a bit later than normal, but I've uploaded our material for tomorrow morning. The link's to the right.
See you in the morning!
Wes
Good evening! I'm a bit later than normal, but I've uploaded our material for tomorrow morning. The link's to the right.
See you in the morning!
Wes
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Couple Prayers
Friends:
Several of you have asked about Gabe Dominguez. Please see Joann's note below.
We also need to keep Matt and Beth Ramsdell in our prayers this week. Several of you have reminded me of that as well.
See you soon,
Wes
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Dear Wes:
Thanks for praying for my hubby. He has this heart issue from time to time called atrial "something". When it happens it makes his heart feel like it's gonna pop out of his chest. Often times it's accompanied by chest pains. It's very scary. He sees a heart doctor regularly. It is unclear why Gabriel has this. His heart test results are great. It's speculated that high blood pressure (which Gabriel does have) may have something to do with it. The scary thing about it though is that the more he gets it and the longer his heart stays in this mode the higher his chances of heart attack and stroke. Yesterday he had an episode. He went to the ER. They observed him and tested him and recommended him to see his heart doctor. He tried to go to the Time to Grow last night but he left a little early because he started to feel bad. He is ok now.
Thank you.
Joann
Several of you have asked about Gabe Dominguez. Please see Joann's note below.
We also need to keep Matt and Beth Ramsdell in our prayers this week. Several of you have reminded me of that as well.
See you soon,
Wes
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Dear Wes:
Thanks for praying for my hubby. He has this heart issue from time to time called atrial "something". When it happens it makes his heart feel like it's gonna pop out of his chest. Often times it's accompanied by chest pains. It's very scary. He sees a heart doctor regularly. It is unclear why Gabriel has this. His heart test results are great. It's speculated that high blood pressure (which Gabriel does have) may have something to do with it. The scary thing about it though is that the more he gets it and the longer his heart stays in this mode the higher his chances of heart attack and stroke. Yesterday he had an episode. He went to the ER. They observed him and tested him and recommended him to see his heart doctor. He tried to go to the Time to Grow last night but he left a little early because he started to feel bad. He is ok now.
Thank you.
Joann
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Prayers, Brisket Party, and Big News
Friends:
Good afternoon, all! Hope you've had a great day. Lots going on in our church. First off, some of us just got home from a terrific "Time to Grow" meeting at the Family Life Center. Lots of people working hard to grow our church! Let's pray that God will bless our church through all of this hard work.
Next, let's thank Ben and Teresa Sullivan for bringing our donuts this morning. We appreciate you doing this for us, Sullivans. Next week, us Nulls are lined up to take care of snacks. Rumor has it that Dana's gonna cook a big breakfast for everyone!
Also on the announcement front, we did some planning this morning for the Brisket Cookout, which will begin at 5:00 p.m. on May 3rd at the home of Brian and Jill VanZee (map to follow in a week or so). Thank you, Brian and Jilll, for opening your home to us! We certainly appreciate your hospitality. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING BY APRIL 27TH. Brian needs a hard count so that he knows how much brisket to make. We also passed around a sign-up form this morning for the various goods that we will need to make this event happen. If you didn't have a chance to sign up this morning and you want to bring something (for example a salad or a side dish), just let me know through email. Be sure to let me know about your attendance through email as well.
PRAYERS AND PRAISES
We have quite a few important prayers and praises this week. First off, CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER FOR THE NICHOLSONS! That's right, Amy will be giving birth to the third Nicholson child in October. Praise God for this terrific news! Pray that God will surround Amy and this baby with strength and health. We'll be praying for you and this baby every day, Amy. We will pray for smooth, healthy days.
I have a praise that my friend Perry Glanzer and his wife Rhonda seem to be doing a bit better. Please continue to pray for Rhonda's health. More here.
Shawn and Shelley Buhner (ahem!) are in Hawaii this week. Please pray for their safe travel and for a restful time. Please, also, continue to pray for Shawn as he tries to figure out what is best for his parents.
Greg Hudson has asked that we pray for Heather Curtis. She is dealing with some neck problems, perhaps a pinched nerve. Please pray for Heather's health and for her mother, Karen, who has had a rough few months.
We need to continue to pray for Vince's friends Cole and Iva. The trial to determine where the kids they have been keeping will go began last week. Please ask for God's presence during this difficult time of decision-making. Pray for peace and rest for Cole and Iva.
Brian VanZee brought news this morning that his dad's cousin died this past week in a tragic bike accident. Please pray for everyone who is mourning this terrible loss.
In very different VanZee news, Jill celebrates her birthday this week. Happy birthday, Jill! Pray that God will be with Jill on her special day.
Ben Sullivan has asked that we pray for Gabe Dominguez. We don't know many details here (help us out, Joann!), but we think Gabe was in the hospital this morning with some chest pains. Please pray for health and strength for Gabe.
Robbie Sullivan turns 2 this week! Please ask God to be with Robbie on his special day.
Dave McCrary has asked that we pray for everyone at his TV station. Pray that they will have smoother days this summer after some transition time.
We need to continue to pray for all of the kids who have been impacted by the Eldorado compound situation. Pray that God will be with these kids during this difficult time.
Last but not least, we need to continue our prayers for Amy Nicholson's brother and sister-in-law. The good news is that the baby seems to be doing a bit better. Amy's sister-in-law has two weeks left to carry the baby. Please pray that the baby will go to full term and that he/she will arrive in complete health. Pray for strength for mom during recovery as well.
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Oh, I just remembered one more announcement. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR CLASS! I'm looking at a document right here that shows that our first Christian Living class took place on April 14, 2002. We're six years old! Praise God for everything that he has done to bless our class during the past six years. Here's to another great year ahead!
I think that covers everything for this Sunday evening, folks. Dana and I hope all of you have a great week.
See you next Sunday!
God bless,
Wes and Dana
Good afternoon, all! Hope you've had a great day. Lots going on in our church. First off, some of us just got home from a terrific "Time to Grow" meeting at the Family Life Center. Lots of people working hard to grow our church! Let's pray that God will bless our church through all of this hard work.
Next, let's thank Ben and Teresa Sullivan for bringing our donuts this morning. We appreciate you doing this for us, Sullivans. Next week, us Nulls are lined up to take care of snacks. Rumor has it that Dana's gonna cook a big breakfast for everyone!
Also on the announcement front, we did some planning this morning for the Brisket Cookout, which will begin at 5:00 p.m. on May 3rd at the home of Brian and Jill VanZee (map to follow in a week or so). Thank you, Brian and Jilll, for opening your home to us! We certainly appreciate your hospitality. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING BY APRIL 27TH. Brian needs a hard count so that he knows how much brisket to make. We also passed around a sign-up form this morning for the various goods that we will need to make this event happen. If you didn't have a chance to sign up this morning and you want to bring something (for example a salad or a side dish), just let me know through email. Be sure to let me know about your attendance through email as well.
PRAYERS AND PRAISES
We have quite a few important prayers and praises this week. First off, CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER FOR THE NICHOLSONS! That's right, Amy will be giving birth to the third Nicholson child in October. Praise God for this terrific news! Pray that God will surround Amy and this baby with strength and health. We'll be praying for you and this baby every day, Amy. We will pray for smooth, healthy days.
I have a praise that my friend Perry Glanzer and his wife Rhonda seem to be doing a bit better. Please continue to pray for Rhonda's health. More here.
Shawn and Shelley Buhner (ahem!) are in Hawaii this week. Please pray for their safe travel and for a restful time. Please, also, continue to pray for Shawn as he tries to figure out what is best for his parents.
Greg Hudson has asked that we pray for Heather Curtis. She is dealing with some neck problems, perhaps a pinched nerve. Please pray for Heather's health and for her mother, Karen, who has had a rough few months.
We need to continue to pray for Vince's friends Cole and Iva. The trial to determine where the kids they have been keeping will go began last week. Please ask for God's presence during this difficult time of decision-making. Pray for peace and rest for Cole and Iva.
Brian VanZee brought news this morning that his dad's cousin died this past week in a tragic bike accident. Please pray for everyone who is mourning this terrible loss.
In very different VanZee news, Jill celebrates her birthday this week. Happy birthday, Jill! Pray that God will be with Jill on her special day.
Ben Sullivan has asked that we pray for Gabe Dominguez. We don't know many details here (help us out, Joann!), but we think Gabe was in the hospital this morning with some chest pains. Please pray for health and strength for Gabe.
Robbie Sullivan turns 2 this week! Please ask God to be with Robbie on his special day.
Dave McCrary has asked that we pray for everyone at his TV station. Pray that they will have smoother days this summer after some transition time.
We need to continue to pray for all of the kids who have been impacted by the Eldorado compound situation. Pray that God will be with these kids during this difficult time.
Last but not least, we need to continue our prayers for Amy Nicholson's brother and sister-in-law. The good news is that the baby seems to be doing a bit better. Amy's sister-in-law has two weeks left to carry the baby. Please pray that the baby will go to full term and that he/she will arrive in complete health. Pray for strength for mom during recovery as well.
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Oh, I just remembered one more announcement. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR CLASS! I'm looking at a document right here that shows that our first Christian Living class took place on April 14, 2002. We're six years old! Praise God for everything that he has done to bless our class during the past six years. Here's to another great year ahead!
I think that covers everything for this Sunday evening, folks. Dana and I hope all of you have a great week.
See you next Sunday!
God bless,
Wes and Dana
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Listening and Communicating with God
Friends:
Good evening, everyone. I hope you've enjoyed the beautiful weather we had today. Several of us enjoyed some great soccer action this morning.
I've attached what I've put together for tomorrow's class (to the right on the blog).
Dana and I look forward to seeing you in the morning!
God bless,
Wes and Dana
Good evening, everyone. I hope you've enjoyed the beautiful weather we had today. Several of us enjoyed some great soccer action this morning.
I've attached what I've put together for tomorrow's class (to the right on the blog).
Dana and I look forward to seeing you in the morning!
God bless,
Wes and Dana
Sunday, April 6, 2008
One More Prayer!
Friends:
I just found another prayer in my in-box. Shawn and Shelley Buhner are headed to Hawaii this week (can you believe it?!). Please pray for safe travel for them and for Shelley's parents while they keep the kids!
Wes
I just found another prayer in my in-box. Shawn and Shelley Buhner are headed to Hawaii this week (can you believe it?!). Please pray for safe travel for them and for Shelley's parents while they keep the kids!
Wes
Sunday Update and Other Stuff
Friends:
Good afternoon! We have lots of prayers and other matters to share today. First, however, I want to welcome the guests that we had visit our class this morning. We were quite pleased to have two new couples with us today: Van and Carolyn Walker and Carol and Jay Ehret. Great to have you guys, Walkers and Ehrets! I do hope that you will come back and see us again next Sunday. We'll be looking for you!
Next, let's say thanks to the Hookhams for bringing our donuts today. Appreciate it, Hookhams! Next week, Ben and Teresa Sullivan are in charge. Thanks, Sullivans!
PRAYERS AND PRAISES
First off, we want to continue our prayers for Matt and Beth Ramsdell. I believe that most if not all of you know the difficult news about their baby. Please pray that God will continue to surround Matt, Beth, and their families with love, comfort, and strength during this time. Matt and Beth, we are here for you guys! Please let us know what we can do for you. I promise that you will have much brighter days in the not too distant future. One day at at time!
Vince E. has a few prayers for us this week. He has asked that we pray for Matt Hines, one of his co-workers. Matt's young boy, Jonathan, has a large tumor. Things look difficult for Jonathan at this time. Please pray that God will be with Jonathan and his family.
Vince also would like for us to pray for the family of Mary Bowerly. She passed away this past week. Mary was a very important friend to Vince. Pray for comfort during this time of grieving for Mary's family.
Also from Vince, we need to continue to pray for Vince's friends Cole and Iva. The trial to finalize things with the two young children they have been keeping has finally arrived. Pray that God will be with Cole and Iva and this entire process.
Praise God for Raelynn VanZee! Let's praise the VanZee's decision to have Raelynn baptized this morning. You guys looked great up there, Brian and Jill! (Robbie, on the other hand . . . .)
Amy Nicholson has asked that we pray for her brother and his wife. They are three weeks from having their first baby, but the baby has been having some difficulties growing. Ask God to be with mother and baby during these crucial days.
We also need to pray for Amy's granddad. He has pneumonia and is in the hospital. Pray for his comfort and for better days.
Teresa Sullivan would like for us to pray for her friend and co-worker Melissa. Melissa is having a hard time with her pregnancy. Ask God to be with Melissa and the baby.
Trey and Cathy have asked that we pray for some of their friends who have bee having a hard time getting pregnant. They are currently in Dallas trying to figure out next steps. Ask that God will be with them as they make some important decisions.
Jen Burney would like for us to pray for some difficult decisions she is facing at work. Ask that God will help Jen with what she is facing.
We also need to continue to pray for Brad Burney. His recovery from surgery seems to be going fine, but please continue to pray for him and his recovery.
Let's also pray for everyone who has been impacted by the situation with the compound in West Texas. Pray for a peaceful resolution to the situation.
Russ Jacque has asked that we pray for one of his friends named Kelly. Her mom has been dealing with a blood clot. Pray that God will be with Kelly's mom as she recovers.
Carolyn Walker would like for us to pray for their son Colby. He recently broke his knee cap while running the hurdles in a track meet (ouch!). Please pray that the Walkers will get good advice and that Colby will recover without having to resort to surgery.
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I believe that takes care of our news and prayers for this Sunday. Oh, yes. One more thing. Don't forget about the VanZee Cookout that is scheduled for Saturday, May 3rd, at 5:00! This will be a great event for our class. Be sure to put it on your calendars!
Have a great week, folks.
Wes and Dana
Good afternoon! We have lots of prayers and other matters to share today. First, however, I want to welcome the guests that we had visit our class this morning. We were quite pleased to have two new couples with us today: Van and Carolyn Walker and Carol and Jay Ehret. Great to have you guys, Walkers and Ehrets! I do hope that you will come back and see us again next Sunday. We'll be looking for you!
Next, let's say thanks to the Hookhams for bringing our donuts today. Appreciate it, Hookhams! Next week, Ben and Teresa Sullivan are in charge. Thanks, Sullivans!
PRAYERS AND PRAISES
First off, we want to continue our prayers for Matt and Beth Ramsdell. I believe that most if not all of you know the difficult news about their baby. Please pray that God will continue to surround Matt, Beth, and their families with love, comfort, and strength during this time. Matt and Beth, we are here for you guys! Please let us know what we can do for you. I promise that you will have much brighter days in the not too distant future. One day at at time!
Vince E. has a few prayers for us this week. He has asked that we pray for Matt Hines, one of his co-workers. Matt's young boy, Jonathan, has a large tumor. Things look difficult for Jonathan at this time. Please pray that God will be with Jonathan and his family.
Vince also would like for us to pray for the family of Mary Bowerly. She passed away this past week. Mary was a very important friend to Vince. Pray for comfort during this time of grieving for Mary's family.
Also from Vince, we need to continue to pray for Vince's friends Cole and Iva. The trial to finalize things with the two young children they have been keeping has finally arrived. Pray that God will be with Cole and Iva and this entire process.
Praise God for Raelynn VanZee! Let's praise the VanZee's decision to have Raelynn baptized this morning. You guys looked great up there, Brian and Jill! (Robbie, on the other hand . . . .)
Amy Nicholson has asked that we pray for her brother and his wife. They are three weeks from having their first baby, but the baby has been having some difficulties growing. Ask God to be with mother and baby during these crucial days.
We also need to pray for Amy's granddad. He has pneumonia and is in the hospital. Pray for his comfort and for better days.
Teresa Sullivan would like for us to pray for her friend and co-worker Melissa. Melissa is having a hard time with her pregnancy. Ask God to be with Melissa and the baby.
Trey and Cathy have asked that we pray for some of their friends who have bee having a hard time getting pregnant. They are currently in Dallas trying to figure out next steps. Ask that God will be with them as they make some important decisions.
Jen Burney would like for us to pray for some difficult decisions she is facing at work. Ask that God will help Jen with what she is facing.
We also need to continue to pray for Brad Burney. His recovery from surgery seems to be going fine, but please continue to pray for him and his recovery.
Let's also pray for everyone who has been impacted by the situation with the compound in West Texas. Pray for a peaceful resolution to the situation.
Russ Jacque has asked that we pray for one of his friends named Kelly. Her mom has been dealing with a blood clot. Pray that God will be with Kelly's mom as she recovers.
Carolyn Walker would like for us to pray for their son Colby. He recently broke his knee cap while running the hurdles in a track meet (ouch!). Please pray that the Walkers will get good advice and that Colby will recover without having to resort to surgery.
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I believe that takes care of our news and prayers for this Sunday. Oh, yes. One more thing. Don't forget about the VanZee Cookout that is scheduled for Saturday, May 3rd, at 5:00! This will be a great event for our class. Be sure to put it on your calendars!
Have a great week, folks.
Wes and Dana
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Plymouth Rock Under Construction?!
Plymouth Harbor
The Rock (kinda)
A Sign
(or, wait, is the rock the sign?)
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Can you believe it? I finally make it to Plymouth Rock, and it's under construction. Incredible. Something tells me this isn't what the pilgrims saw.
Beautiful harbor, nonetheless, and Plymouth is a great little city.
See you tomorrow,
Wes
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Wildcats Photos, News, Prayers, and Stuff
Friends:
Good evening, all. Well, after a difficult few days, us Nulls are back among the living (kinda). Beware if one of your family members comes down with a stomach bug. Bad stuff X 4 at our house. Not the kind of diet I had in mind. Brutal.
Although I'm a few days late, let's thank the Burneys for bringing us some delicious bagels on Sunday (too bad I couldn't participate). Thanks, Brad and Jen! Next week, the Hookhams have agreed to cover for the McCrarys, who have to be gone. Thanks, Jeff and Bernie!
BUNTING HELP
As mentioned last week, Stefanie Bunting will be going in for back surgery. If you would like to volunteer to teach Sunday School to some of our little people, please contact Stefanie at sbunting@fumcwaco.org. She needs to know 1) your hour preference and 2) your age preference.
Let's also be sure to pray for Stefanie as she prepares for her surgery.
OTHER PRAYERS, ETC.
Let's continue to pray for Brad Burney's recovery. He seems to be moving along just fine, but let's keep praying that he will do well.
Vince is either traveling home from OKC today or is already home. Pray for safe travel for Vince.
Dave McCrary is headed out of town for a wedding. Pray for his safe travel as well.
Pam Bartram has asked that we pray for their little one, Bella. Bella will be going in for a biopsy on her arm soon. Please pray that everything will go well for Bella.
Jennifer May has two people from her school that she would like for us to pray for. One of her students, Jadene, lost her grandmother recently. Another one of her friends is going through a divorce. Please pray for both of them.
Last but not least, Joy, Loren Jantz's sister, had a baby last week. The baby's name is Solomon Grace. Please pray for little Solomon and for Joy as she recovers.
Last and least, I'm headed out of town tomorrow for a conference in Plymouth, Massachusetts. I plan to stand on Plymouth Rock and ponder our country's founding as I read my conference paper out into Plymouth Harbor. City Upon a Hill!
Have a great week. See you Sunday morning.
Wes
P.S.--Hope you enjoy the Wildcats photos (thanks, Franci!). Jeff and Loren, send me some for the Jaguars and I'll put them up! (or am I getting the mascot wrong?!)
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