VISIT TO JACKSON CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY

Today I traveled 35 miles to visit and minister at the Jackson church. State Overseer Bishop E. C. Mckinley asked me to minister there for a few weeks until their newly assigned Pastor, Aaron Ward starts on November 1st. The drive there and back was awesome with the changing colors of the Fall season (pictures). Also the services were great. A picture of the church building and some of the members and attenders are also pictured here. GOD BLESS THE JACKSON CHRUCH WITH MANY NEW SOULS IS MY PRAYER!

HONORING SENIOR MEMBERS - JENNIE SANDERS

JENNIE SANDERS

Todays scripture is found in Proverbs 16:31 "Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness (HNV 2000). What a blessing to know those who have served the Lord for many years. Each time I see the silver or gray hair on a Christian, I think of the above scripture. There are many who have gone on from Huntingdon church. Sister Chester, Brother Ebert, Sister Reynolds, Sister Moore, Sister Bush and others. We thank God for their lives and for the opportunity to show our respect and honor to them. Now we will give honor to those who are still with us.

Today we are beginning our series in honoring senior members. Sister Jennie Sanders is pictured here. She is 86 years young and says she has been a member over 50 years - she is not exactly sure how long. She remembers when Brother Omer Lawson came to the area and preached some messages at the church close to her and in tent meetings.

She remembers how revival broke out and people were getting the Holy Ghost. She reported that she heard them from her house but would not go. She said that her husband went and received the Holy Ghost one night and came home a different person. She said she went later and also received the Holy Ghost. She said that several others, including the Methodist preacher, received the Holy Ghost but later he "backed up." She said that her and some others then joined what was then the Church of God and later it was changed to the Church of God of Prophecy. She remembers the brush arbor and tent meetings and when services were in the basement of the church. She loves the Lord and prays for the church every day.

It is a great joy when Sister Gordon and I visit with her in her small home. We have a great time of fellowship and prayer. We leave her home feeling spiritualy renewed and uplifted. Sister Jennie does not get to come to church as much as she would like to because of her health. But she is a prayer warrior at home and full of the Holy Ghost and fire. We love you Sister Jennie.















This is where Sister Jennie lives. She has a small house but there is a giant heart and great spirit who lives there. She tells of the the times she just walks around praying and praising the Lord.
















This is the little Methodist Church where Sister Sanders said that Omer Lawson preached about 58 years ago. There is another church across the road where tent meetings were held and a church was organzied (Tate Holiness Church). Sister Jennie tells of Holy Ghost, pentecostal powerhouse meetings in this little white Methodist church. This is just up the lane from her house.

AN AWESOME GOD!

Today's passage is Psalms chapter 8. O LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory above the heavens.2 Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger.3 When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained;4 What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?5 For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour.6 Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; thou hast put all things under his feet:7 All sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field;8 The fowl of the air, and the fish of the sea, and whatsoever passeth through the paths of the seas.9 O LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth!

What an awesome God! The Psalmist in chapter 8, believed to be David, begins by declaring, O Lord, Our Lord, how excellent is thay name in all the earth!. Then he recognizes God's power to control the most powerful men by the mouth of babes. Then he considers all the great things of creation that Almighty God created. Then he asks the question. What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him? When we consider the greatness of our creator, how can we fathom Him? Think of the worlds without end that He has created and think of the many, many stars which He named - each one. Think of the minute things he created on this earth - atoms, protons, neutrons and now scientists believe there are even smallar particles. After the Psalmist recognized mans place in the order of creation (lower than the angels) he also recognized how God has given humans dominion over the works of His hands on this earth - animals, birds, oceanic life - then he resounds, O LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! How wonderful to say O Lord our Lord! He is awesome.

NOTE: Future blogs will be honoring senior members here at the Huntingdon Church of God of Prophecy. There will be pictures and a short article. Later blogs will honor other church members and friends.

HUNTINGDON CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY HOMECOMING, 2005

The Homecoming was great. There was singing, preaching, fellowship, worship, "dinner on the grounds," and recognition of those who have worked so diligently in the past to bring the church where it is today. We were blessed by the local talent of Lori, Denise and Delilah.

The Southern Gospel singing group, By Faith, sang under the anointing. The songs, "There Is A Land," and the newer version of "Jesus Use Me" have been played and made popular on the area gospel radio stations. We were greatly blessed by their ministry. They are from Manchester, Tennessee and will bless any church that has them for a singing.

Dr. E. C. McKinley, State Overseer of The Church of God of Prophecy in Tennessee, preached a powerful and pertinent message from Luke chapter 15. His message dealt with the lost sheep, the lost coin, the two wayward sons and the loving Father. He reminded us that the Father loves each of us regardless of past sins, just as he loved the son who left home and spent his inheritance on riotous living and the one who stayed home and became jealous, self-centered and unforgiving. Dr. McKinley's story about a preacher he once knew had us all "in stitches." We pray that God will help us be more like the Good Shepherd who sought the lost sheep and the Father who loves us and wants us in his fold.

We are very thankful for God's blessings to us here in Huntingdon, Tennessee. We believe God has great things in store for those who diligently seek Him. Thanks for stopping by and have a great day.

NOTE: The editor and administrator of this blog apologizes for the quality of the pictures since he is in the learning process of taking pictures and doing this blog.

HUNTINGDON HOMECOMING - OCT. 23, 2005

HOMECOMING! Sunday, October 23, 2005, 10:30 am. We extend a hearty welcome to all of you to come join us in the 56th Homecoming Celebration of the Church of God of Prophecy. It is our desire that the Lord's presence will be with us during this great time of renewing old acquaintance and meeting new ones that come. We anticipate a great time in the Lord. Guest speaker this year will be Dr. E. C. McKinley, State Overseer of the Church of God of Prophecy, TN. Guest Singers will be By Faith of Manchester, TN.

Greetings! Our scripture for today is taken from Philippians 4:4, "Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice." No matter the circumstances, problems, issues or struggles there is always a great and mighty God that we can worship and give praise and thanks to. HE IS GREAT AND GREATLY TO BE PRAISED!

This week has been filled with God's blessings and opportunity to minister. Saturday from 5 pm until about 8 pm the church at Huntingdon hosted the first Neighborhood Block Party Fellowship. The church served free hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks, and chips to those who came. There were at least 15 new people that attended and we became acquainted with them and had a great time of fellowship. We enjoyed the fellowship and the food. There were table games and later there was singing around a campfire. It was a great time of getting together and enjoying the friendship of neighbors around the church and other neighbors and friends of church members who attended. We were blessed to meet Mrs. Britt, the Kemps, the Williams and others. We thank God for the opportunity to show our love by simply sharing a meal with our neighbors. THANK YOU HUNTINGDON MEMBERS AND FRIENDS FOR THIS EFFORT!

Yesterday, God blessed in services at Jackson. I have been preaching in Jackson for the past two weeks. The services yesterday at Jackson were great as God manifested his presence in a great way. One man, Brother Scarbrough, in the service last night said, "I felt the presence of the Lord that I have not felt before." Others testified of God's goodness and presence. The manifest presence of God lingered and blessed as we prayed and worshipped around the altar. God is so awesome. I encourged the church to seek and trust God because he has great reward for those who seek Him.

Sister Gordon ministered at the Huntingdon church yesterday. She reported that the services went well. There were visitors there last night and the church is moving forward for the Lord.

Huntingdon will be in Homecoming this coming Sunday, October 23, from 10:30 until about 3:30 pm. There will be singing by the group By Faith and ministry by State Overseer, Dr. E. C. McKinley. Everyone is invited to attend.

Our scripture today is 1 Timothy 5:17 "Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine."

Today I would like to honor one of my former State Overseers, Bishop Eugene Weakley, and his wife Juanita. They were Overseer of Tennessee in the Church of God of Prophecy for 14 years. Brother Weakley pastored and was an International Representative of the church for several years. Brother and Sister Weakley have encouraged me at times when I seemed to need it most. They are retired from the ministry but they are not retired from ministering - I can tell you that with certainty. Brother and Sister Weakley, "You are loved and appreciated very much." Our family loves you!

Today I received an email from them with the following truths to remember. It is my hope that these will encourge someone as they did me this morning.


20 Truths To Always Remember...

1 . Faith is the ability to not panic.
2. If you worry, you didn't pray. If you pray, don't worry.
3. As a child of God, prayer is kind of like calling home every day.
4. Blessed are the flexible, for they shall not be bent out of shape.
5. When we get tangled up in our problems, be still. God wants us to be still so He can untangle the knot.
6. Do the math. Count your blessings.
7. God wants spiritual fruit not religious nuts.
8. Dear God: I have a problem. It's me.
9. Silence is often misinterpreted, not ever misquoted.
10. Laugh every day, it's like inner jogging.
11. The most important things in your home are the people.
12. Growing old is inevitable, growing up is optional.
13. There is no key to happiness. The door is always open.
14. A grudge is a heavy thing to carry.
15. He who dies with the most toys is still dead.
16. We do not remember days, but moments. Life moves too fast, so enjoy our precious moments.
17. Nothing is real to you until you experience it, otherwise it's just hearsay.
18. It's all right to sit on your pity pot every now and again. Just be sure to flush when you are done.
19. Surviving and living your life successfully require courage. The goals and dreams you're seeking require courage and risk-taking. Learn from the turtle, it only makes progress when it sticks out it's neck.
20. Be more concerned with your character than your reputation. Your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.
NO MATTER THE STORM, WHEN YOU ARE WITH GOD, THERE'S ALWAYS A RAINBOW.
~ author unknown ~

Today's scripture is a classic. It is found in John 3:16, 17, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved." Notice the scripture says God SO LOVED. The gift was His only begotten son. He did not send Jesus to condemn but sent him that the world through him might be saved. Is He your Savior? What an awesome God we serve.

Since the last post the we have had the Fish Fry raising over $500.00 for the building program of the church. Sister Karen and I continue to visit the members and friends of the church here in Huntingdon and the surrounding area. We pray for the church members and attendees daily and want to reach out to others.

This coming weekend Saturday, October 15th from 5 pm - until will be the Community Fellowship. We are praying for a great time as we show loving fellowship to our neighbors in the community. Hamburgers, hotdogs and a bon-fire with marshmallows are on the menu. Food, fun and fellowhip on the property at 272 High Street.. All are welcome to come.

Today Sister Gordon ministered to the church here at Huntingdon. She reported that the services went well. I have been asked by the State Overseer, E. C. McKinley, to minister at Jackson for a few weeks until their new pastor, Brother Aaron Ward assume the pastorate the first of November. We are praying for the church at Jackson that God will pour out his richest blessings on them. Until next time - keep on flying with Jesus.

Greetings! It is a great day to be alive and to serve the Lord Jesus Christ. Starting with this post and subsequent posts, a scripture will be posted. Our scripture for this date is Isaiah 40:28-31 Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there is no searching of his understanding. He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength. Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. WHAT AN AWESOME GOD WE SERVE!

This week I have been serving as Volunteer Chaplain at the local hospital. It has been my blessing to visit with those who are sick and offer encouragement to them. Prayer was also offered to those who desired. Sister Bonnie Curtis Crossno, one of the members here at Huntingdon, has been in the hospital since Friday. We have been visiting and praying with her. She reported that she felt better yesterday when we were there.

Sister Gordon and I have also visited with Deacon J. E. Moore and Sister Moore Monday night of this week. We enjoyed a meal with them and had a good time of visiting and prayer.

The Fishers of Men Fish Fry, scheduled for this coming Saturday October 8th from 4-7 pm, plans and procedures are going great. To date there have been approximately 50 tickets sold and several who have said they will come who have not bought a ticket. We are using the funds from proceeds towards the development of the new church property.

Upcoming events: Community Fellowship, October 15, 5 pm until. This will be a time for the church to invite the neighborhood for a time of fellowship and to get acquainted. The church will be providing hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks. Each one who comes is requested to bring a covered dish. There will be a bonfire and Hot dog and Marshmallow roasting.
Homecoming, October 23, 10:30 am until. Guest minister will be State Overseer, Dr. E. C. McKinley of Hendersonville, TN. Guest Singers will be By Faith of Manchester, TN. Everyone is welcome.

To those who read this and will pray remember these in prayer for encouragement: Brandon and Amber Moore, Beth and Kelly Moore, Lori Rivera, Dee and Sammy Walker, Jessica Smith, and Shiloh Johnston. Remember these in prayer for sickness or physical needs: James Davidson, Tony Palmer, Brownie Palmer, J. C. Palmer, Jenny Sanders, Lenne Mae Crossno, Bonnie Curtis Crossno, Ethan (grandson of Donna Crossno), Jim and Shirley Spivey's granddaughter who lives in Georgia. Until next time - God bless you is our prayer.

This was an awesome day for Sister Gordon and I. We were with our children for much of the day in Manchester, TN at my youngest child's (Sarah) house, celebrating my oldest daughter's, Danita Queener, birthday (9/28), my youngest daughter's, Sarah, birthday (10/02) and my birthday (9/28). We had a great time with our children and grandchildren. Our second daughter, Heather Hall, was there with her two children Courtney and Caleb and Sarah's two children, KeYante and Aviana, were there. Some friends from East Nashville church came to be with us. Chris's (Sarah's husband) father and mother, Wayne and Tina Holman were there. It was a good time to be together with family. Jason, my son, could not be with us. He is very involved in the Renaissance Singing Group at Bethel college. They sing at various places throughout the year on weekends.

I am so thankful for all my family and all my church family. The family is a very vital part of all we do and all that the church is about. I am a part of a great church family here locally at Huntingdon, TN and throughout the state of Tennessee. Here is a link to the state church site http://www.tncogop.org/ Dr. E. C. Mckinley in the State Bishop. Our International Office site is here http://www.cogop.org/ If you visit here, also please visit these sites. Thank you for visiting.

Today is another awesome day that the Lord hath made. I will rejoice and be glad in it.

Our service last night was very short. We had a good time of singing and a short devotion by my wife and then she suddenly announced something from the pulpit. I was surprised by a birthday party from the church. A BIG THANK YOU to all the fine folks at Huntingdon Church of God of Prophecy.

It is amazing how the 1970's and 80's seem only a very few years ago. When I passed the 40 year mark someone gave me a mug which said, "lordy, lordy someone's 40." When I passed the 50 year mark, my second daughter, Heather, gave me a mug which said, "the legend lives on." I wonder what I will get when I turn 60. Well, 56 is not too far away.

I am thankful for the all the wonderful people here at Huntingdon. We are blessed to be here with such great people. They are seeking to have a vibrant local church reaching out to the community. I hope this day will be one the best for you. Until next time. God bless you and if you don't know Jesus Christ as your Savior - you can.

Remember these dates: October 8, 4-7 pm Fishers of Men Fish Fry, October 15, 5pm until, Community Fellowship Block Party, October 23, Homecoming. For further information see the previous posts.

This is the day that the Lord hath made, I will rejoice and be glad in it!

As pastor of the Huntingdon Church of God of Prophecy, I would like to thank the congregation for all the hard work they have been doing. We are a church that loves God, each other and the many friends and families that make up Carroll County. This coming month in October we are looking forward to some great spiritual, social and community events. Along with our regular services we are praying, planning and seeking God for the following. . . .

October 8, from 4-7 pm will be the FISHERS OF MEN FISH FRY. Proceeds will go to the development of our new church property. There will be fish, white beans, cole slaw, hushpuppies, dessert and drink. The cost is $7.00 per adult and $4.00 under age 10.

October 15, from 5 pm until will be a community "BLOCK PARTY" or Community Fellowship. Our church will be visiting the homes in the church area to give announcements for this time of friendly fellowship. The church will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, (each one will voluntarily bring other dishes), and all the trimmings. We plan a bonfire with marshmallows. This will be a time to get acquainted with our neighbors to let them know we are here and we want to be friends. This will be held on the grounds of the church or in the basement of there is inclement weather.

October 23, from 10:30 until will be HOMECOMING. All former members, family and friends and present members are invited to this time of fellowship and spiritual feast. Guest Speaker will be Tennessee Church of God of Prophecy State Overseer, Dr. E. C. McKinley of Hendersonville, TN. Guest Singers will be By Faith of Manchester, TN. There will be worship in preaching, singing, and testimonies. There will also be a meal as the members and friends bring their favorite dishes.

We want to thank God for the new visitors that have recently come to the church. Several new children and adults have been attending over the past several weeks. For this we give the Lord praise.

Sister Gordon and I also thank God for the contacts we made at the neighborhood Laundromat last night. We went there on a servant evangelism project to give quarters to the ones who came in as an act of God's kindness and love. We met four different families. One couple approached us and ask where we live and what church we attend. We introduced ourselves to them and also shared our testimony of God's saving grace in our lives. The couple has recently moved in the area and are building a new house out in a very rural area, close to some of our members. The man, Marshall Walker, also told us he is building some cabins on his property in the future for people to come and seek for "inner healing." He asked if he could come visit and speak to us further sometime. We gave him our church card and told him we would be happy to have them come visit us.

We are thankful for all that God is doing in our part of the world. To Him Be Glory!

Greetings to one and all. It has been very disturbing to watch the disasters from hurricane Katrina and Rita over the past few weeks. We are praying here at the Huntingdon Church for the folks that are affected by this terrible ordeal.

Sister Gordon and I continue to visit with the members and friends here at Huntingdon. We visited with Sister Lenne Mae Crossno this past week in McKenzie Rehab Center. We visited with Alton and Donna Crossno in their beautiful home out in the country. It was really like being out in the distanct woods somewhere. We had a great time of visit and prayer together. Plans are continuing with the "Community Fellowship" which is scheduled for October 15. We are looking forward to meeting and greeting those who come from our neighborhood to a time of fellowship and food.

The Fishers of Men Fish Fry will be held on October 8 from 4-7 pm. The funds will go to help us develop our new property. We are planning to build a pavillion as soon as we can get the funds to begin the project. We also are working to pay the property off.

To those who read this please pray for the shut-ins here - Lilly Grooms, Jennie Sanders, Bonnie Curtis Crossno, Lennie Mae Crossno. Also pray for Debbie Reynolds, Brother Leon Reynolds Daughter. Pray for the Youth and Children's ministry. Til next time. . .

We are thankful to be back home from an enjoyable trip. Sister Gordon and I had a wonderful time of vacation - September 12-17. It was just great to be away for a few days with Sister Gordon to relax and get refreshed. We thank the church for encouraging us to get away for this time of rest. We also enjoyed being in church on Wednesday evening with the folks at Evansville, IN and their Pastor Brother William Gaddis.

This past Sunday's services were great. There were about 15 visitors present and also our regular people. We are still encouraging the Children's ministry and the Youth Ministry. We have also scheduled a Fish Fry for October 7. This will go to help pay for the new property development. We are also planning a "Block Fellowship" for our community. We will be inviting neighbors to come and have a meal simply to show our friendship and love to them. The church has recently given over $850 to our mission nations of Sudan and Ugandi. We have also received over $460 to Katrina relief in Louisiana. We thank God for allowing us to give to others in need.

The leaders here are working together to reach out to the lost in our community. The services here are charged with great spiritual worship and people are being blessed of the Lord. We give God all the praise. Let us go forward with the Lord!

Greetings! Sister Gordon and I will be taking a few days vacation this week (12th-17th). We are very thankful for all the blessings that God has bestowed upon us. Jason will be at our house and will be taking care of things while we away. Until next time. . .

This is the day that the Lord hath made. I will rejoice and be glad in it. It is amazing to watch the response to the disaster in the Gulf Coast States. Here in West Tennessee it is calm and houses are in order, trees are standing, buildings are still on their foundations and things are pretty much normal. Our friends in the lower parts of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama are still working to get their lives back to some semblance of normalcy. Our church here has sent money to one of our overseers through our TN State Office and have been praying for the continued efforts of rescue, relief and rebuilding there. It is good to see the reports of flood water dropping daily in New Orleans and debri and damaged housing being moved as plans begin to rebuild all throughout the damaged area. Lets keep praying for our friends there and sending support. Americans are giving people and God will help us become stronger as we give and trust in HIM.

Sister Karen and I continue to visit with members and friends of the church here and know that God is still reaching out through the power of the Holy Spirit to bless all who come to Jesus. In the past two weeks we visited with J. C. and Sister Brownie Palmer who had surgery a few weeks ago for carpal tunnel. She is having some complications and also fell last week and hurt her back. She desires our prayers. We also went to visit with Lois Thomas who has been sick. We left our note on her door. We visited with Bonnie (Crossno) Curtis in the Huntingdon Rehab Center and the Lord really blessed her as we prayed and ministered communion to her. We visited with Sister Mildred Stacy and prayed with her. She had carpal tunnel surgery a couple months ago and continues to have some complications and also severe arthritis. We visited with James and Rita Moore and prayed with them and their son Travis. We visited with J. E. and Marie Moore and prayed with Sister Moore who continues to have problems with diabetes and other medical problems. We visited with Brandon and Amber Moore and prayed with them. There are many others who need someone to reach and minister to them. There are also people on every street in our county who need the Savior, Jesus Christ. Let us be witnesses unto Him.

Since our last post a disaster and now a horrific crisis has kept me and my family glued to the news and praying for those in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. Many thousands of citizens have been displaced from their homes because of hurricane Katrina. According to reports there are many more to be moved to instate facilities (community buildings, hospitals, nursing homes, churches, homes, etc.) that are already being filled up. Here in Huntingdon some 500 will be brought and placed in nursing homes, community buildings and homes. I have offered a place for 2 or 3 in our home and the possibility of several sleeping on pallets and or air mattresses in the basement of our church. Yes we have a challenge to care for these people and by the Lord's help and the unity of the people in this country it can and will be done. Necessity is the cry of the moment. . . .

According to reports by the State Overseer of the Church of God of Prophecy in Mississippi, all of the church buildins there on the Gulf and instate withstood the storm and are still standing. For this we give God the praise. Now we must reach out to those who were not so blessed.

This is the day that the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it!

For the past week Sister Gordon and I have been visiting with members and new contacts. We have also been to a funeral, church wake (we visited the family of Thomas and Barbara Underwood who were killed in a car accident) and to the hospital to sit with Sister Susie Reynolds who had knee surgery. We have visited several new contacts and shared with them. God has opened the door to pray in several of these homes and contacts. We also visited with Sister Lenne Mae Crossno in McKenzie Rehabilitation Home. She expressed that she misses church and still prays for the church. We also visited with Sister Jennie Sanders and had a great time of prayer in her home.

The church here at Huntingdon is continuing to seek God for the vision that we believe God has given us, 1. to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, 2. to seek for healing and restoration of the local church here (members in particular) and 3. to be involved in the Great Commission by the power of the Great Commandment. Surely God will guide us as we continue in this vision. We also have property (7.6 acres) which we are working towards developing new buildings for the ministry at Huntingdon, Tennessee.

This coming weekend on Sunday evening at 6:30 pm, guest singers, By Faith, will be with us in our monthly Gospel singing. We are praying that God will bless and there will be salvation, Holy Ghost Baptism, deliverance and healing.

Jason, our son, has begun his college studies at Bethel College in McKenzie. He received a music scholarship and travels with the Renaissance Choir. He had his first trip this past weekend to three different performances - at Winchester, McMinnville and Manchester, Tennessee. We are proud of Jason and thankful that God is using him in the music ministry. He is studying to teach music. To God be the Glory for who He is and all He has done and is doing!

For the past few days, Sister Gordon and I have been to a funeral, a funeral home and hospitals the past few days. Robert George Hill's remains were laid to rest yesterday around 4:30 pm. Bobby was a very good man. He was a deacon at his local church. He was a faithful Christian, churchman and family man. The funeral was very touching and pertinent for Brother Bobby's life and celebration of going home to heaven. He is now with his wife, Linda, his father, Neely and others who have gone on.

Sister Gordon and I also visited the funeral home where two young men's remains are laid for memorial service today. One of our church attenders, Delilah Mummel, was very close to this family and we are praying for this family and all the friends. Brandon (22) and James (17) are now with their mother who died about a year ago with a brain aneurism. The middle brother and father is still alive and needs all the support the community and church can give them.

We visited the hospital this morning with Sister Susie Reynolds and her husband, Leon and daughter, Josie. Sister Reynolds is having knee surgery. We visited and prayed with her and stayed with the family some time to fellowship, support and encourage them. Sister Susie is in our continued prayer. Others who are requesting prayer are Lenne Mae Crossno, Bonnie Curtis, Jennie Sanders, Lilly Grooms, Daniel Conner (who is in Vanderbilt from a 4-wheeler accident), and others who are sick.

We are praying for revival here at Huntingdon and for God to bless this church and community richly.

Greetings. Since last posting Sister Gordon and I have visited with several families including church members and new contacts. I have served as Volunteer Chaplain at our local hospital this past week and have visited hospital rooms and CCU rooms. To visit with those in the hospital and pray with them and encourage them has been a great reward for me. Sometimes we go through sickness and don't know what will be the outcome but God knows all things and cares so very much for each one of us. He loves us sooooo. . .much that He gave His only begotten Son for us. . .

Please remember these in your prayers. Nursing home - Lenne Mae Crossno, Bonnie Curtis. Requesting prayer - Lilly Grooms and Jennie Sanders. The family of Bobby Hill who went to be with Jesus this past Friday. Pray for our youth and children here in Huntingdon. Pray for the military in Iraq. Pray for the leaders in our country and around the world. Pray for revival and outreach to the hurting and lost. Seek God. . .Seek God. . .Seek God. . .

We are very thankful for the opportunity to minister to the fine folks at the Huntingdon Church of God of Prophecy, the community and the surrounding area. Our services have been focusing on our vision for mission by seeking first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, by seeking healing and restoration for the church and members in particular, and by being involved in the Great Commission by the power of the Great Commandment. We just praise the Lord for WHO HE IS and HOW GREAT HE IS! HE IS AWESOME!