CareLine for Friday, August 7
We extend our sympathy to Brandon King in the loss of his father, Bobby Lynn King. Funeral Services were held Monday, August 3 in Alamo, TN.
A graveside service will be held Monday, August 10 at noon for Ronald Horsley, the brother of Mark Horsley, who passed away July 27. The service will be held at the Garvin Ridge Cemetery in Olive Hill, KY.
Congratulations to Greg and Martha Vaughn on the birth of their grandson, Colton Gene Vaughn who was born Tuesday. Proud parents are Adam and Jordan Vaughn.
Prayers have been requested for:
• Emory Marlin, who is recovering from surgery
• Tommy, Renee and Aubrey Badon, who are all recovering from Covid-19
• Ruby Barnhill, who has returned home from the hospital; recovering from colitis
• David Richardson, (father of Brian Richardson) who is recovering from bladder cancer surgery
• Margaret Fielder, who fell and broke her elbow and is waiting on a CT scan of her knee
• Jim and Beth Greene, who have tested positive for Covid-19. Beth’s mom, Ruth Howell; brother, Howard Howell; and sister-in-law, Tempee Howell have also tested positive
• Earl Privitt, (grandfather of Heather Mangrum) who fell and is unresponsive; has been hospitalized in Memphis
• For our parents, young people, students, educators, administration, and school year safety
• Tricia Sesler, (friend of Shawn Harmon) who is recovering from surgery
• Wanda Horsley, (sister-in-law of Mark Horsley) who has tested positive for Covid-19
• Linda Lambert, (mother of Heather Mangrum) who will undergo an epidural procedure
Horizon Rehab: Pat Berry (room #3)
NHC: Wayne Turbeville
Other Announcements:
Join us for a gift card shower honoring Claire Hayostek, bride-elect of Drew Holley. Cards can be mailed to Claire at the following address: 3502 North Alexander Avenue, Royal Oak, MI 48073. She is registered at Bed, Bath and Beyond, Target and Amazon.com.
Please make note of this additional Sunday Worship Opportunity –On Sundays there will be a 7:00 AM worship assembly for those with underlying health concerns. Masks will be required during this assembly, and social distancing practices must be maintained. This assembly will be limited only to those who fall into the high-risk category for Covid-19.
Everyone is invited to a drive-by bridal shower honoring Stephanie Wright, bride-elect of Jay Peeler, on Sunday, August 9 from 1-2:30 PM. Stephanie is registered at Target and Wal-Mart. She is the daughter of Richard and Lisa Wright.
The 2020 start to a new school year will be unique in its launch. We’re collecting liquid hand soap, hand sanitizer, and empty spray bottle (new). Look for the collection bins in the Gathering Room or drop your items at the church office by Sunday, August 9th.
Walnut Street’s food pantry is currently in need of peanut butter, mac-and-cheese, carrots, cereal and green peas. As always, thank you for your generosity.
The Golden Deeds ministry is collecting pens or pencils during the month of August. Look for the collection bin in the Gathering Room.
“Bible Stories” is a digital resource for your family. You can access it at WSCOC.com under the media link or on the church Facebook page.
If you would like to contact the counseling center regarding an online appointment with Bud Lambert, please call 615-975-2395.
During these days, many of our people are relying on technology, some more than usual. If you need tech support with your tablet, smartphone, laptop, or smart-TV, please email us your question at: askwalnutstreet@wscoc.com. We will do our best to respond personally to your question and help offer support in some way.
Reading for today: “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.
45 “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, Matthew 13:44,45 (His Life Devotional Book page 186)
Today’s Birthdays: Freida Givens, Joey Turbeville, Selena Kinslow
Today’s Anniversaries: None
Saturday’s Birthdays: Pat Berry, Carolyn Gray, Martha Owen, Eula Tidwell (96)
Saturday’s Anniversaries: Mark and Calie Jackson
Sunday’s Birthdays: Jeanette Mays, Paul Wilkins, Rebecca Brink
Sunday’s Anniversaries: Jimmy and Rikki Ballengee
