Good evening, everyone! We had a great shower this afternoon for the Ericksons. Thanks again to the VanZees for hosting us at their home! You guys are great, Brian and Jill. We were able to give Malia some great gifts and we also had the opportunity to pray for the Ericksons as they get ready for the trip. They leave one week from this Wednesday on September 3rd. They will arrive with Malia on Saturday, September 20th, at 12:45 p.m. at the Waco airport. Several of us are planning to meet them at the airport when they arrive. So be sure to put September 20th at 12:45 p.m. on your calendars!
Thanks, also, to everyone who donated some money to help the Ericksons pay for a few meals as they travel to China. We've now set this down as a new precedent for our class. If anyone else decides to fly to China to adopt a little one, we'll at least help a bit with meals along the way! I know the Ericksons appreciate us doing this for them. In the interim, let's be praying for Malia and her soon-to-be American parents!
Next, let's be sure to say a big welcome to Angela Banks. She was a guest in our class this morning. Angela, it was great to have you! I do hope that you will come back to see us again next Sunday. We'll save a chair for you!
We also need to thank the Mays (Jennifer in particular!) for bringing our donuts this morning. We appreciate it, Jennifer! She managed to get all three boys and several dozen donuts to church and class this morning. You're my hero, Jennifer! Next week, the Ericksons are in charge of goodies.
PRAYERS AND PRAISES
Praise God that Raelynn VanZee is now officially a VanZee! Yep, that's right. Brian, Jill, and Breeley went to Dallas last Wednesday to finalize Raelynn's adoption. Praise God for this special little girl and for the VanZee family!
Next, we need to pray for the family of Veronica Acosta. Veronica is the Hewitt Elementary teacher who passed away suddenly this past week. This is of course a very sad and tragic time for her family. She had two young children. Please pray for these children and for everyone who is mourning the loss of Veronica.
We need to pray for Shawn Buhner's mom. The Buhners have been helping her to relocate and adjust to Waco this summer. She was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease a few weeks ago. Please pray for better days for her and for patience for Shawn and Shelley. Hang in there, guys! We also need to pray for Shawn's father, who is still living in Houston.
Let's continue to pray for our expectant mommies: Amy Nicholson, Elizabeth Nemec, and Mary Erickson.
Vince E. has asked that we pray for his friends Cole and Iva. Their son had a successful brain surgery this past week, which is certainly a praise. We need to pray for him during his time of recovery. We also need to pray for Cole and Iva as they continue to deal with adoption matters for the boys.
With school starting, let's be sure to pray for all of the teachers, students, and administrators who are beginning a new school year.
Christina G. would like for us to pray for her brother. He is selling his business, graduating from school in May, and otherwise making some major changes in his life. Ask God to be with him during this time of change and transition. Also on the Christina front, she would like for us to pray for her parents. They are traveling. In addition, Christina brought a praise about her uncle, Mike. He recently completed his Ph.D. degree in pharmacy. Praise God for his hard work!
Mary Erickson has asked that we continue to pray for her friend, Jen. She is the one who is pregnant and on bed rest. She had a rough week last week. The baby isn't getting any amniotic fluid. She's only 18 weeks. Please pray for better days for Jen and this little baby.
Salley T. would like for us to pray for her mother, who is traveling to visit Salley and the girls this week. We also need to pray for Salley as she makes some changes in her life. She recently decided to leave the Methodist Children's Home and start a business on her own. Please pray for Salley as she begins this new chapter in her life.
WE GET TO CELEBRATE A WEDDING!
Speaking of new chapters in Salley's life, how about this news: SALLEY AND CHRIS SCHMID ARE GETTING MARRIED! Yep, that's right. After several years of dating, Chris has asked Salley to tie the knot. No date yet, but they will be officially married in the not too distant future. Please pray for Salley and Chris as they plan for many exciting days together as one family. Praise God for this exciting news!
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Next week, we will continue our study of Proverbs. If you wish to read ahead, we will be looking specifically at these verses:
Proverbs 11:1-3
Proverbs 12:19-22
Proverbs 14:25
Proverbs 15:4
More on those verses later in the week.
I believe that's everything for tonight, folks. Do we have a lot going on or what?! Exciting times, I must say.
Dana and I hope all of you have a great week. Enjoy the photos of the Erickson shower!
Wes and Dana
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