December 25 notes and prayer requests

From Andy & Cathi Adams -- prayer for Cati - the doctor had to adjust her medications and it is making her very sick. Pray that she will adjust and that her moods will level out.
From the Blunts -- A special prayer of thanksgiving that today is our Sophia's 3rd birthday. We are so grateful to God for letting us be her family!
From Candan Moser -- Thank you for all of your prayers. Adam got the job! He starts on 2/1/12.
"Please pray for Darren and Melody for they will be traveling today and for other travelers too."
From Marge Easley -- "Remember Jamie Brisky for a better report & remember the family. Remember Elmer.  Glad Mother Hill is here. Remember all who need our prayers."

We will meet as scheduled tonight at 6 p.m.

Merry Christmas

Our wish is that everyone who reads this will have a blessed and happy holiday.  Merry Christmas!

The Skagit Valley Church of Christ will have services today on our regular schedule:  Bible classes at 9:30 a.m., morning worship assembly at 10:30 a.m. and evening worship assembly at 6 p.m.  While today is a special day for families, it remains the Lord's day and we want to give Him the place He deserves in our lives.

Wednesday Night Prayer Requests

Trish Gaines had a headache (which turned into a toothache). She is much better now.
Becky Williamson asked prayers for her son Rob with his job interviews.
Gilbert Crapson's sister, Virginia, is in hospice care.
Kim Ferdig is sick.
Rentz Gullick was absent due to a medical procedure he had done Wednesday that kept him at home that evening.
Judy Hill's grandbaby, Haidynn is improving, though still in the hospital.
David and Casey Picinich will be traveling after he returns to the US from his military assignment in Iraq. (He is now back in the US; he and Casey are with her family in Mississippi. They will travel to New Jersey to visit his family before returning to Washington in early January.)
Karee Blunt is feeling better.
Prayers requested for Karla Williamson's dad and sister.
Jud Hobbs requested prayers for Becca & Allen to have soft and receptive hearts.
Adamses - ongoing issues
Prayers requested for "Grandma" Jones, Elmer Juntenen, Jim & Ruth Lake Wilkison
Prayers requested for all who are traveling over the Christmas holiday.

December 18 prayer request and notes

"Please pray for Ruth Lake for for all who are not here today."
"Please pray for Jamie Brisky and his family."
"Prayers for all who are traveling for Christmas and for those who struggle at the holiday time. Also prayers for my Dad's health" ...Karla Williamson
"Please remember to lift up our brother Kenny Pearson (who is dealing with kidney dialysis)."
"Thankful that Don Oelze did not have any more problems show up in further tests. He is home from the hospital and seems to be doing okay."

Don Oelze

Don Oelze, preacher for the Fidalgo Island Church of Christ in Anacortes was hospitalized in Anacortes Tuesday afternoon after having an incident of confusion and memory loss Tuesday. Tests are being run to determine what happened.  He did not have any physical impairment and his confusion cleared up after a while.  Please keep him in your prayers.

Prayer Requests from Sunday, December 11th

Jamie Brisky will be getting results from CAT scan tomorrow. Please pray.

Pray for the Singletons to have safe travel to and from Florida. They will be gone from the 12th to the 28th of December.

"I would like to give praise for 11 wonderful years with our dear Hannah. We pray for many more to come. Happy Birthday, Hannah. We love you. Mom and Dad"  (Casey & Darcie Newman)

Wednesday Night Notes - December 7, 2011

Prayers requested for Judy & Allen Hill's newborn granddaughter, Haidynn, whose surgery went well. She is in pain and prayers for comfort and healing are needed.

Faith Williamson asked for prayers for her Papa and Joseph Williamson asked prayers for his Grandma Jones.

Eli Bunt asked for prayers for Sophia and for his mom.  Karee has bronchitis.

Jim Briskey asked prayers for the church here as we go through the eldership selection process.

Olivia Blunt asked prayers for Ruth Lake Wilkison and the pain she is feeling from her fall.

Prayers requested for our military and especially for David Picinich and his wife Casey that David will soon be home safe and sound.

Prayers requested for our nation, that the turmoil we are experiencing can be resolved and our country will prosper and be blessed by God.

Karen Hasenoehrl offered several prayer requests: for healing for her friend Shirley, for the seriously ill grandfather of Ethan's friendCarson, for Karen to be an encourager, for her to have a good attitude as her divorce proceeds, and for Betsy who needs a job.

Becky Williamson requested prayers for her mother Alma, who has decided to stop driving. She needs the Lord's help in learning to rely on others and be able to gracefully receive help.  Pray for her to be content with her situation in life.

Thought for Today: No Place of Safety?

Flomaton is a sleepy little town on the Alabama-Florida border, about 50 miles from the Gulf Coast. Travelers headed down I-65 for the Northwest Florida beaches usually exit at Flomaton.  I have passed by the Flomaton Church of Christ building numerous times, but don't think I ever met with the church there for worship.

Something out of the ordinary happened there during evening services this past Sunday.  A man, unknown to the church members, came in just before the service got underway and sat near the back.  During the opening prayer, while eyes were closed and heads bowed, the visitor grabbed the purse of one of the women worshipers and ran for the door. Church members chased him to the parking lot, but he threatened them by claiming to have a gun. He jumped into his Toyota Corolla and sped away.

One advantage of being a small town law enforcement officer is that policemen know their criminal element. Police Chief Geoff McGraw suspected that he knew who the culprit might be.  He went to the suspect's house and obtained permission to search the man's car, where he found a bank statement that had fallen from the victim's purse.  The robber is now in jail facing felony charges. When he confessed to police, he said he had been smoking crack and ran out of money to buy any more.

Perhaps the message for us is that in this ole sinful world, no place is truly safe.  While this does not rise to the level of gunmen opening fire in church assemblies (as has happened a few times in recent years), it is disconcerting to think that a church visitor might really be there to steal our property while our attention is focused on praying to the Lord. There is no sanctuary, even in the church auditorium.

The only place we are truly safe is with the Lord.

The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. -- Proverbs 18:10

...John Gaines

We've set a date for our Christmas Party and would love for you all to be here! It's going to be on Saturday, December 17th and will start around 6:00pm.

 

Please bring your favorite finger food, snack or Christmas goodie to share. It's a white elephant gift exchange, so you'll also need to bring a gift for each person attending. Sure hope you can all be here!

 

You can RSVP at jahill2930 [at sign] aol.com  or just give me a call. Again, please come and enjoy en evening of fun, food, festivities and fellowship! :) Oh, if you need directions, please just let me know...

 

Judy & Allen ><>

December 4, 2011 News and Notes

Next Sunday, the names of three men will be presented to the congregation as men the Business Meeting of the church recommends as our new elders. Any member of the congregation then will have two weeks to present any scriptural objections to any of these men becoming an elder. This process is expected to culminate with the appointment of a new eldership early in the new year.

From Sunday's notes and prayer requests:

• Update from Candan:  "Adam had his interview Thursday. We find out after the 1st if he gets it or not. Please continue to pray for us. Thank you."
• All are invited to the Hills for their annual Adult Christmas Party on Saturday, December 17, 6 p.m., at Allen and Judy's house in Acme.
• From the Blunts: "Prayers that Karee will get over her cold quickly and all the kids will remain healthy."
• From Judy Hill: "Please be praying for our new granddaughter, Haidynn as she is scheduled for another surgery today at 2:00.  Also, please pray for little 2-month-old Sarah, who had heart surgery at Children's Hospital on Friday and for 7 year old Braydon who's been diagnosed as autistic."
• Please remember Elmer Juntenen (who would like to receive visits or calls) and for Ruth Lake Wilkison. 
• From Derek Baraclow: "Thank the Lord that I have been working, and hope that it keeps up."
• Trish Gaines was sick today with a virus of some sort. Please keep her in your prayers.

Wednesday Night Notes - November 16, 2011

Please turn in elder nominations (to John Gaines) by Sunday, November 20th.

We will have a combined adult Bible class Sunday morning to discuss any questions regarding the qualifications and work of elders.

Anyone who can is encouraged to plan to help Matthew and Elizabeth Cook load their U-Haul truck after services next Wednesday night. They are moving to Matt's home town in Oregon.

Prayer Requests:

• For Leta Pollock, who had hand surgery on Wednesday. Leta also had a medical procedure done earlier in the week and is waiting for results.
• For Lenny Fair, Tom's nephew, who had a heart attack
• Praise that Becky Williamson is home safely from her travels
• For Karla Williamson's dad, for both health and legal issues
• For safe travels for Allen & Judy Hill who are traveling to Oregon this weekend and the Macomber family who are on vacation in Florida this week.
• For David Picinich who hopefully will be returning from his duty in Iraq soon.
• For Casey & Darcie Newman for growth and safety
• For Matt & Elizabeth Cook as they move to Oregon
• For Karen Hasenoehrl for wisdom and strength
• For Cati Adams, with job-related problems
• For Melissa Adams'  friend who needs wisdom as she considers changing majors, and for her friend Amanda's grandfather, who might have cancer.
• For Andy Adams' co-worker Gerry who has colon cancer
• For Joseph Williamson and Eli Blunt's friends and family, for which they are thankful
• For Evelyn Williamson's friend's dad, who might have cancer
• For the healing of those involved in the ACU bus crash
• For the Penn State victims
• For our nation and its leaders

Prayer Requests and Announcements - October 23,2011

"We are flying to Lubbock to see our granddaughter this week and then on to the Bahamas. Please pray that we'll have a smooth, safe trip."  ...Jeanie Young


"On Tuesday, the growth on my left eye will be removed at North Cascades Eye Associates in Mount Vernon. Please pray that the operation will be successful."  ...Jim Wilkison


"Jim Wilkison is having surgery on Tuesday 10/25 to have a growth removed from his left eye.  Also, remember Gilbert and his daughter Roberta, Hiram and Lauren, Elmer Juntenen, and Allen Hill (who is working today)."

"Please continue to pray for us that Adam will get this job he has been testing for. Still no word yet." ...Candan Moser


"Jamie Scofield's right hand was sprained at school" ...Vivian Pitner


"A fellow employee, in short, hates me. I have a bad attitude, wanting to repay evil for evil (Romans 12:17). I ask for strength to pray for him, to love him as Christ does and God would change our hearts" ...Andy Adams


HARVEST PARTY ... will be held on the 31st at 6-8 p.m.  If you are willing to help or have any ideas for decorating or games, let Jacob know. We are going to have a pumpkin carving contest, so we will need pumpkins if anyone is willing to donate some."  ...Jacob Hill

Appointing Elders

We will have a very important joint Bible class/meeting to discuss appointing elders on Sunday morning, October 30 at 9:30 a.m.  It is critical that as many members of the Skagit Valley church as possible be present at this time because your input is needed about how we carry out this process.

The Sunday morning men's class will begin a study of 1 Corinthians this Sunday, October 23.

Midweek Prayer Requests - October 19

Prayer Requests from last night's devotional time:

• Pray for our nation, its leaders, and the upcoming electoral process as we vote.
• Jean Gullick is doing better with the infection she has had for several days. Please keep her in your prayers. Also praise that Rentz's eyes show no sign of advancing macular degeneration.
• For Eli Blunt's Gram and Grampa to feel better
• For John and Karla Williamson, who are not feeling well
• For Karla's friend Jeanie whose son has a colon infection while in boot camp
• For Becky Williamson. She had another test Wednesday, but questions remain. She will see the doctor again on Thursday.
• For Cathi Adams, who is home sick
• Thanksgiving for God answering prayers for healing for Andrew and Melissa Adams
• Pray that Andy will be able to resolve health insurance issues concerning medication he has to take.
• Pray for Jacob Hill's job search
• Pray for Gilbert Crapson and his daughter Roberta, who has terminal cancer. She is being transferred to Mira Vista care facility in Mount Vernon.
• Pray for David and Casey Picinich. David is scheduled to return to the US from Iraq soon, but there is some possibility that his tour of duty could be extended.
• Pray for Karen Hasenoehrl, who has divorce mediation scheduled for next week.
• Pray for Cati Adams, who has applied for a job with Boeing.

Sunday Notes - October 16th

"Jean may have an infection in her mouth like last year when she ended up in the hospital and rebab. Pray that this might be healed."  ...Rentz Gullick


"Debbie Wilkison is home sick with a head cold and sore throat."

"Please continue to pray for Kim Mackey regarding her liver transplant and also her upcoming appointment with a neurologist due to something they saw on her brain in a recent scan. She and my brother Kenny are both in desperate need of our prayers." ...Judy Hill


"Pray for all of our ill. A special prayer for Gilbert's daughter Roberta Lee...."

"Prayer requests 1) for my dad's health and a prayer of blessing re: a stressful situation he is dealing with; 2) For my uncle Jack who was just diagnosed with Alzheimers; 3) a prayer of blessing for homseschool families ... Karla Williamson


"A growth has been discovered on my left eye that will be surgically removed on Tuesday, October 25 in Mount Vernon. Please pray that it is not malignant."  ...Jim Wilkison


"Prayer Requests For:  1) Elmer; 2) Grandma; 3) My Papa; 4) My Uncle Robb; 5) Ms. Karee; 6) That we'll have a good day today."  ...Faith Williamson

Wednesday Prayer Praises and Petitions

• Pray for our nation, its service men and women, and its leaders.
• Pray for Rentz's grandson, Ethan, who is sick today.
• Pray for Becky Williamson who had an incident today that resulted in a heart test. She is being kept overnight in the hospital.
• Pray for Elmer Juntenen, Ted Thompson and other elderly members of the congregation.
• Pray for Karla's dad with problems he is having and for Jack Haggerty who is having health issues.
• Pray for homeschool moms and homeschoolers (as well as all of children in their school work)
• Pray for the Blunts' neighbor, Diane, who has been having serious problems with diabetes
• Pray for Judy's sister-in-laws: Kim Mackey (who is waiting for a liver transplant and now has a possible problem with her brain. She is seeing a neurologist on Tuesday) and Donna Mackey, who is improving after having both hips replaced recently.
• Pray for Gilbert Crapson and Jean Gullick
• Pray for Karen Hasenoehrl and her family. She and Jon are having mediation in their divorce process scheduled in two weeks.
• Pray for Bill Blunt (Rodney's father), who has the flu.
• Pray for Trish who has a migraine tonight
• Pray for Ruby McCaleb ... a Christian sister in Florida who has a mass in her breast.
• Pray for the Ferguson family in Mississippi -- Gospel preacher Les Ferguson, Jr.'s wife and son were murdered on Monday.  Also pray for the church family in Gulfport as they deal with this tragedy.
• Pray for job seekers to find work
• Praise that Betsy Hasenoehrl has found work cooking at an Italian restaurant in Mount Vernon.
• Pray for Hiram and Lauren that they will soon have transportation again and praise that they were not injured in the auto accident they had.

October 9 News and Notes

It was great to have brothers and sisters from Skagit Valley, Mount Vernon, and Anacortes congregations joining together in number to praise the Lord in song this afternoon at the Mount Vernon building. The next singing will be the 2nd Sunday in December and will be hosted by the Anacortes church ... they will decide whether to host it in their building or here in Burlington.

From this morning's cards-turned-in for prayer requests and announcements:

• Please continue to pray for my Dad -- for his health in all aspects and that he will feel God's kindness. Thank you -- Karla.
• Samantha Tompson is in Children's Hospital in Seattle fighting leukemia. She is Jud and Candy's niece and is 17 years old.
• Adam got accepted to take the next part of the test for the job he is applying for. Please pray that he will do good and get the job. Thank you.  -- Candan
• Please pray for my sister-in-law, Kim Mackey, as she awaits a liver transplant. Also my sister-in-law, Donna Mackey, as she heals from two hip replacements in the past month. Please remember our elderly, especially those who can't be with us, such as Elmer and Jean.  -- Judy Hill
• Praise for the safe return of Judy Hill and the Gaineses, and all who have been traveling. -- Allen
• One of my professors reccommended me for a year-long internship with a church in Oklahoma to work with the teens under the guidance of the youth minister. Hopefully, sometime this week I will have a Skype interview to talk with the youth minister. This is a big step where I would receive a lot of experience. Pray that I get the internship.  ...Andrew Adams

September 25 Notes

Congratulations to Jim and Ruth Lake Wilkison, who will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on Tuesday.

"Thank you for praying for my mom - her blood pressure is under control and she is here with us today.  Pray for Andrew - he is home sick with a bad headache and he has had problems this week with pain in his lungs and chest, from the injuries he had in the accident."  ...Cathi Adams


Pray for safe travels this week for Judy Hill, her mom and aunt, as they travel to Oklahoma on Monday.  Also Tom Fair, who will be driving home from Ohio, and for John and Trish Gaines who will be flying to Tennessee on Wednesday and traveling on to Florida later in the week.  John will be preaching October 2-5 in Pensacola, Florida. Pray for the success of that Gospel Meeting.

Also, please continue to remember Jamie Brisky, Al Green, and others who are dealing with ongoing serious health problems.

Wednesday Night Prayer Requests - August 24

Please continue prayers for the Adamses -- Andrew and Melissa seriously injured in an auto accident and hospitalized in Utah, and for Andy, Cathi, and Cati.

Please pray for Joseph's Papa (Karla's dad) for health and peace from a stressful situation

Please pray for the family of Marine Lance Cpl. Travis Nelson (who was killed in action in Afghanistan last week) and for his fiancee, Madeline Cates.  Madeline is a member of the church in Pensacola, FL.

Please pray for those who will be in danger from Hurricane Irene.

Please pray for our students ... college, and both public and private school students and homeschoolers.

Please pray for the unemployed and under-employed that they may find jobs (or better full-time jobs) as soon as possible.

Please pray for our government that leaders can lead the country in a good direction.

Karen H. asks prayers for her during some upcoming court matters and for God's strength as she continues to undergo some stressful times.

Update about Andrew and Melissa

Andrew Adams has made some improvement. He is still in ICU in Ogden, UT, but is alert (when medication wears off enough to allow it) and breathing on his own.  He is able to move his legs and arms. Melissa is hospitalized in Salt Lake City. She has been in a lot of pain and has pretty severe swelling, but her overall condition is good and doctors are hopeful that she will be well enough to be released from the hospital by the weekend.  Regular updates are being posted on a Facebook page devoted to Andrew and Melissa:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Praying-for-Andrew-and-Melissa-Adams/241756805862860

Updated Information about Andrew and Melissa Adams

1:30 p.m.

I just talked with Andy Adams. Andrew and Melissa were injured in a one-car accident in Utah this morning. Andrew is in critical condition in an Ogden, UT hospital with serious head injuries. He is now in a medically-induced coma.  Melissa has injuries, but they are not thought to be life-threatening.  Please keep them in your fervent prayers.

Andy and Cathi will be flying to Salt Lake City as soon as they can get a flight.

Further update about Melissa:  She was injured more seriously than first reported. She has a broken neck and broken ribs, but her condition is not considered life-threatening at this time. She is hospitalized in Salt Lake City, UT. 

Andrew & Melissa Adams

We do not have details at the present time, but have learned that Andrew and Melissa Adams were involved in a serious car accident today. They were traveling to Oklahoma where Andrew was returning for his senior year at Oklahoma Christian University. Melissa was accompanying her brother on the trip, then was going to fly back home. More details will be posted when they are available, but please remember Andrew and Melissa, as well as their parents, Andy & Cathi, in your prayers.

August 7

"Thanks to everyone who prayed for me with my body and eye surgery. Trying to adjust to that -- surgery went well.  For all who took time to call and those who offered to help and the cards, you are all special." Marjorie Easley

"Praise God - Marge is here today"  Jeanie Young

Also, praise that Craig is here today. Pray for his continued healing from open heart surgery.

Elmer Juntenen's 90th birthday was celebrated yesterday. Also remember the Adams family and their mom.

"Maxine Jensen, who was a charter member of this church, has suffered a stroke. She lives in Trinidad, Texas. Jim has her address."   ...Ruth Lake & Jim Wilkison

"Praise for Marge being here, and Jim & Ann (Pollock).  Pray for Danny Hasenoehrl, who is driving to All-Tem Camp way over in Colville this morning."

"Praise that Makyla Williamson is getting baptized this morning in Salem, Oregon."  ...Karla Williamson

"Sophia Blunt has croup. Praise that Marge is here today. Thanks for Hiram and his willingness to serve. Blessing that Jim & Ann are here today."

Happy birthday to Taylor and Eban.

Wednesday Night Prayer Requests - July 27

Please remember the following in your prayers this week:

• Craig Pitner, for healing after his open-heart surgery. Also pray for Vivian and Crystal and the rest of their family
• For Kim Mackey, who is on a liver donor list awaiting a transplant. 
• For Trevor Olson - tonsils out
• For the family of Bill Stahlsworth who drowned
• For Rodney Blunt's niece, Chelsea who had surgery
• For Marge Easley
• For Jacob Hill, who has a job interview Thursday
• For various ones traveling -- Allen & Rentz, Judy Hill going to Oregon, CJ Mackey, Sophia Nie (returning here from California, then home to China - also pray for "Big Sophia"'s receptiveness to the gospel), Becky Williamson and her mom as they return home from West Virginia, 
• For Karen Hasenoehrl to have wisdom as she goes through a divorce. Also praise that Karen's cousin did not have liver cancer.
• Praise that Tanna Barcalow can talk with Derek sometimes when he is on the fishing boat in Alaska. Derek is liking his job and doing well.

July 24

From our Sunday, July 24 notes and prayer requests:

"We are so blessed to have Sophia Nie with us from China. Remember the get-together we are having in her honor this afternoon from 3-5 at our house. You are all welcome to come spend some time with our friend who means so much to us."  ... Rodney & Karee Blunt


"Please pray for Leron Johnson, a friend of our son's. He had a liver transplant a few years ago and now he needs a kidney transplant. Please pray all will go well."  ...Jeanie Young


"Praise for the safe arrival of our friends, the Johnstons, from Texas.  Prayer of blessing for the Todds for the wedding week.  Prayer of wisdom and blessing for my dad as he deals with a stressful work situation.  Thanks."  ...Karla Williamson


"Craig Pitner will have open-heart surgery Wednesday morning at St. Joseph's in Bellingham. Please keep him and Vivian in your prayers."

Sunday Notes and Prayer Requests - 7/17/11

"Please pray for Marge Easley."

"Praise for Matt Cook's baptism last Thursday."

"Please pray for my {Judy Hill's} cousin Trish Olson and her son, Kelly Flowers, as Kelly's 14 year old son drowned this weekend."

"I want to thank you all for your prayers. To the doctors' surprise the cancer is limited to one leg; this was a slim-to-no chance!  But through the power of prayer and a positive attitude, this can be beat. I have a bone marrow result Wednesday at which time we will select treatment, so keep praying for good test results and strength through treatment.  Praise the Lord for his healing power."   ...Jamie Brisky

"Come and meet 'Big Sophia' next Sunday at the Blunts' house from 3-5 p.m.  Sophie Nie is a very special person to our family. She volunteers at the foster home Little Sophia was in and had chosen our little girl to be her special baby at Starfish. She gave her much love, care, and attention, in addition to food, clothes and anything else little Sophia needed. We are so excited for her to get to come visit us. Please also pray for safety as she flies here Thursday night" ...the Blunts

"Pray for Melissa Adams while she is on a mission trip to Ecuador."

Rentz Gullick's nephew Al Green started radiation treament last week. Pray it will kill the cancer. Also Rentz' sister, Joyce, for the pain in her back.

"Next week I {Darlene Stuber} will be driving to Montana and will be on vacation for two weeks. Please pray for my safe travels."

July 13 Prayer Requests

• For Matt Cook and Elizabeth Todd ... 
• For Elmer Juntenen
• For Kim Mackey
• For Jamie Brisky
• For Cathi Adams, her mother, Ann Dale, her grandmother, Frances
• For Melissa Adams who is on a mission trip to Ecuador
• For Karla Williamson's dad, Dan, as he copes with a work situation
• For the Hasenoehrls
• For the Garrisons
• For David & Casey Picinich
• For Becky Williamson's sister, who is traveling to Idaho for a problem concerning her grandchildren
• For the Blunts' friend Sophia from China who will be traveling to the U. S.
• For Marge Easley as she recovers from surgery
• For Jim and Ruth Lake Wilkison
• For Derek Barcalow's safety and adjustment as he begins a new job in Alaska
• For Craig & Vivian Pitner - health concerns
• For Rentz Gullick's relatives, Al and Joyce, as they deal with continuing health concerns

Please remember all these in your prayers.

Wednesday Night Prayer Requests

Marge Easley's cataract surgery went very well. She is now seeing much better in that eye. Her other eye will get the same treatment in August.  Keep her in your prayers.

Allen Hill's sister is recuperating from knee surgery.

Elmer Juntenen is back living at home with around-the-clock care. He is still having serious back pain, but is in much better spirits.

Melissa Adams will be going on a mission trip to Ecuador in two weeks. Please pray for the group's safety and success in their work.  Cathi Adams is having some health problems with dehydration following her recent surgery. Also, Melissa asks for prayers for her grandmother, Ann Dale, and for her friend who has a cornea transplant scheduled in two weeks.

Chuck Dynes (friend of the Williamsons) passed away. Please remember his family and friends in your prayers.

Becky Williamson is retiring - June 30 is her last day of work. She asks prayers for state workers who are losing their jobs due to budget cuts.

John Williamson asks prayers for Jim Miller, who was involved in a bad car accident and is still having a lot of pain.

Karla Williamson asked prayers for marriages in crisis, three in particular among her friends.

John Gaines asked prayers for our evangelism efforts as we follow up on the contacts made from our Berry Dairy Days booth.  Three Bible studies have been scheduled to date.

June 26 - Notes and Prayer Requests

Praise for Leta Pollock's birthday today.  Pray for David Picinich that the months he's gone will go quickly for him and he'll be safe. Prayers for the Newmans as they drive home from California.

Praise the Lord - we had a wonderful trip to Lubbock and got to spread our grandparenting wings.  Also pray for Marge - she's not here this morning. She has her eye surgery June 29 - pray that all goes well with that. ...Jeannie Young


Praise God that Anna Dale (Cathi Adams' mother) is home and resting. Please pray that she'll continue to heal. Her tests showed no colon cancer or cancer of any kind.

Praise!  Twelve years ago today, Paula and Adam Williamson were married in this building. ...Jim Wilkison


Praise for Candan Moser and her new baby -- both are home and doing well.

Update about Ann Dale (Cathi Adams' mother)

The following came in an email from Andy Adams to Rodney:

 I have somber news Cathi,s mom is back in the hospital she was this morning. She passed out twice this morning she will not eat any think because of the chemo. I think when she passed out she hit her head. It seems every day it is something and its got Cathi at the end of her rope. Please pray for Cathi and her mom.  

June 19 Announcements and Prayer Requests

"My husband and I are flying to Lubbock, Texas tomorrow to meet our new granddaughter!  Please pray for a safe, smooth trip. We return this Friday.  Please also keep Marge Easley in your prayers ... sh's not here this morning.  -- Jeanie Young   [Marge has eye surgery scheduled for next week].

"Praise that Jim's heart rate is back to normal after the procedure last week to regulate it" -- Jim Wilkison


"Praising God that my Mom had her last chemo on Friday and seems to be in remission!  Continue praying for her, as she is still not well, very weak, and not eating." -- Cathi Adams.  [We also rejoice that Cathi was able to be back at services Sunday after her recent surgery].

Good news that Elmer Juntenen was able to go home Saturday. He has round-the-clock care, but is going to be much happier staying in his own home.

We received news that Kathy Dowling's mother passed away recently. Our condolence to her and her family.

June 12 Notes and Prayer Requests

"Remember El mer. Thank you for Rebanette Easley Wier from St. Mary's, GA.  Please remember me in your prayers for my eye surgery June 29 and afterwards."   ...Marjorie Easley

"I go into Skagit Valley Hospital tomorrow to have my heart treated for atrial fibrilation. Please pray that the procedure is successful."  ...Jim Wilkison  (Note: Jim expects this to be an outpatient procedure, if all goes as anticipated).

"David Picinich sends his greets and thoughts to the church. He is currently in Iraq ... let us keep him in prayer."  ...the Williamsons

"Please pray for us as we leave for California today. Thank you for your prayers and support during these hard times." ...Darcie Newman

"Pray for Allen & Judy Hill for a safe trip home today, for my sister Joyce to have relief from pain, and for my nephew Al Green to have continued healing."  ...Rentz Gullick

Remember Camdan Moser, who is "expecting" to give birth to her baby girl sometime in the very near future. Also remember Karee Blunt and her children as they travel back home from Texas next Saturday.

Happy Birthday to Derek Barcalow and Allen Burke, both celebrating birthdays today, and to Tara Burke whose birthday will come on Wednesday.
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Sunday Notes & Prayer Requests

The following prayer requests were submitted:

• Thanks for your prayers. Please pray for Cathi. She is having surgery Wednesday. Thanks. Love, Andy
• Al Green (my nephew) ... recovery from surgery last Thursday and Elmer, for gaining strength that he might go home (Rentz)
• Please keep Karee and the kids in your prayers while they are visiting family in Texas.  Keep the Adams family in your prayers.  (Rodney)

Announcements:

• Men are reminded to sign the sheet on the bulletin board for times they are willing to serve during the worship assembly.
• "We will be gone to Oregon next weekend to our granddaughter's graduation and I'll need for someone to teach my class Sunday morning."  (Judy Hill)
• Quick meeting for all those helping with Berry Dairy Days right after church this morning.  (The church will have a booth at the Berry Dairy Days festival on June 18th.
• No potlucks on Wednesday nights during the summer.
• 2nd Sunday potluck next Sunday, followed by Area-Wide Singing at 2 p.m.

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Wednesday Night Prayer Requests

• For Andy Adams ... heart healing; tests tomorrow. (Update: Andy's tests were negative. He did not have a heart attack and tests showed no evidence of heart trouble. The cause of his chest pain is unknown at this time)
• For Cathi Adams ... surgery next week
• For Elmer Juntenen ... for peace and no pain and that God's will be done in his life
• For Casey and Darcie Newman ... Darcie's dad passed away a few days ago; they are also facing stressful economic situations
• For Al Green ... surgery Thursday
• For "Aunt Lisa"  ... to get a job
• For new baby Leisl ... praise that all is well
• For Eli, Jack, Joseph ... all our children
• For Rob Williamson ... dealing with significant events; needs God's guidance and wisdom
• For Homeschool moms, who are preparing for next year
• For tornado victims and those who might be in harm's way from future storms
• Thanksgiving for Karen's safe return from her trip to Europe
• For John Williamson's co-worker, whose son died. Pray for healing.
• For David Picinich ... safety during his deployment
• For Betsy H.  ... taking finals next week
• For Grandma Marcie's back, which she injured on her trip to England
• For Karee, as she travels to Texas
• For Casey Picinich as she travels to Mississippi next week

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May 8 Prayer Requests and Updates

"Please continue to pray for Paula Williamson as she nears her delivery date.  Also pray for Alma Jones, who took another fall this past week."


"Please remember Jeff Barrow's dad, who will have leg surgery this week."


Prayer requests from Cathi Adams:

• "For my mom to continue to gain strength and be well"
• "For Cati - she had a rough week and needs prayer"
• "For me -- that in the chaos of my life, I will keep focused on God and stay disciplined according to His will, and allow Him to strengthen me.  Thank you!"

"Please keep Stacy Young in your prayers as she prepares for the arrival of her first baby, a daughter. She is due May 26.  Pray that all goes well with the delivery."  ...Jeanie Young

"My sister Joyce for pain relief this week; my nephew Al Green for recovery from surgery" -- Rentz Gullick

Elmer Juntenen is in Mira Vista, Room 2007 ... recuperating from back surgery


"Please pray for Jon Hasenoehrl and for the other Hasenoehrls."


NEWS:


Baby Shower next Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. here at the building for Candan Moser. She is due next month with a girl and is registered at Target and Babies R' Us.

May 1 Notes

From Becky Williamson:
1) Please continue to remember Paula during her last week of pregnancy.
2) Also George, my brother-in-law, has left the hospital, but the healing process is just beginning [He suffered a heart attack early last week]

From Karla Williamson:
1) Please pray for Elmer Juntenen who is still in the hospital recovering from back surgery [Room 1023, Skagit Valey Hospital]
2) Pray for Michael Lombardo - who has severe pancreatitis
3) Pray for Jennifer Leurini, who has leukemia
4) Praise as a loved one has made a huge step in faith to be free of an alcohol problem

From Craig Pitner:
Please raise up Elmer. He was doing so well Saturday.  Know he'd appreciate your visits.

From Elizabeth Todd:
I have an interview on Thursday. Please pray it goes well and they hire me.

From Ethan Hasenoehrl:
Please pray for Jon Hasenoehrl and for the other Hasenoehrls.

Please continue to remember Wanda Sell as she deals with her grief and adjusting to life without Bob.

Maxine Jensen

We received this email:

I assume some members still remember Maxine Jensen.  She now lives near her daughter, Mary, in Dallas, TX area.  She  told me recently of having pneumonia for a month, and she has other problems now after being in good health for many years. 

 

She usually emailed me frequently, but not lately.

 

I hope some will contact her, though she may not be able to answer for a while. 

 

Maxine Jensen

P O Box 273

Trinidad, TX 75163

 

903-778-9111

 

shakleenut@yahoo.com

 

Eldeen Simmons

April 24 Announcements and Prayer Requests

 Jody Brown -- having eye surgery tomorrow.
Jennifer Curinihas - lukemia
Michael Lombardo -- hospitalized due to problem with feeding tube
Elmer Juntenen -- having severe pain from cracked vertabrae -- in Skagit Valley Hospital, Room 1023
Al Green -- nephew of Rentz Gullick -- recovering from colon surgery
Rentz's sister, Joyce -- back pain
George Coglianese --heart attack on Friday
Dick & Cynda Kleinkoph -- both in the late stages of emphysema
Paula Williamson  -- baby due soon
Hasenoehrl Family -- prayers for domestic problems

Thank You:
Thank you so much for your prayers and support last week while my mom was so ill. She is home and doing better, please pray for complete healing and strength. Thank you!    Cathi Adams

Our sincere thanks and appreciation for yhour prayers on behalf of Robert Sell.   The Sell Family

April 17 Announcements and Prayer Requests

Thanks to Jacob for putting together one of the fastest song services on screen since its inception here.
                                                                                                           ...Allen Hill
"Please continue to pray for Andrew. He's doing really well so far. Also, please continue praying for Ann Dale, Cathi Adams' mom, as she's had a bad couple of days and is still in the hospital."  Ann is back in the hospital with a relapse of pneumonia, accompanied by congestive heart failure and shingles. Her fever is down, but she is still very sick and in need of our prayers.

"Al Green, my nephew, had an operation to remove colon. Pray for his continued recovery and continued chemo treatment for the remaining tumor. Also pray for Bob Sell."  ... Rentz Gullick


"Please pray for Jon Hasenoehrl and the rest of the Hasenoehrl family."  ... Ethan H.


"Pray for safe travel for the LTC folks, for Bob Sell, and for our church to continue to seek after God."


"Please be praying for Paula Williamson. Their baby is due in 3 weeks."


"Audrey Hastings was in a car accident. She was injured with a broken sternum. It has been very painful, but she is at home recovering. Telephone her and send cards."  ... Jim & Ruth Lake Wilkison


Bob Sell continues to decline. Please keep him, Wanda, and all their family in your prayers as the inevitable draws closer.


Congratulations to our Leadership Training for Christ group.

Larissa, Lydia, and Olivia got a Gold on Bible Readers' Theater and received several other awards. We'll have more details later.  Congratulations, girls, and thanks to everyone who worked with them as they worked so hard to prepare for the LTC convention.

April 10 Announcements and Prayer Requests

PRAYER REQUESTS SUBMITTED:

• For my nephew Al Green's cancer treatment and for Bob Sell for peace and healing if it is God's will ...Rentz Gullick
• Remember Bob & Wanda Sell (visit them & all of our elderly and ill), and Mr. Gibbs' family, and the Hasenoehrls.
• My mom, Ann, has pneumonia. Pray for her healing so she can resume her chemo treatments. ...Cathi Adams
• Prayer for Elmer Juntenen and Bob Sell; Praise for a church where we can worship and for my Granny & Papa's visit next month  ... Faith Williamson
• Prayers for Jennifer Leurini, a 30 year old woman who was recently diagnosed with leukemia. ...Karla Williamson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Larissa Macomber, who turned 12 on Friday.

March 27 Notes and Prayer Requests

"Thank you to all the men who serve each week. Your willingness to serve the Lord is appreciated."

"Karl Collins passed away last week. Please pray for his wife, Sandra, and his family." ...Ruth Lake & Jim Wilkison


"Please pray for Jon Hasenoehrl and the other Hasenoehrls."  ...Ethan


"Please pray for Bob Sell and family, for my sister Joyce, and my nephew Al Green." ...Rentz Gullick


"Remember Bob and Wanda Sell. He is in Mira Vista Care Center (S. 18th Street in Mount Vernon) Also all of our ill, aged, and shut-ins.  Doe Burn had a beautiful service yesterday."

"Karla has been sick; pray for her recovery"  ...John Williamson


"Thank you to everyone who contributed to our LTC dessert auction. We raised close to $500 that will help our team go to convention in Richland this April."

"Men, save the Date April 9th, Saturday at 2 p.m. at the church building. We will be doing a service project (details to follow) and then coming back to the building for fellowship and fingerfoods. See Rodney for details."

"The Area-Wide Singing will be April 10th at 2 p.m.  It will be held at the Anacortes building this time."

March 20 Prayer Requests

Please continue praying for the Gibbs family. Jim passed away yesterday morning. His family is now grieving over the loss of a husband and father. Please remember to ask God to give them peace and comfort now that Jim is gone.  ...Karee Blunt


Remember Bob and Wanda Sell and all of our ill. Send cards.  (Bob is now in the Mira Vista Care Center, 300 S. 18th Street, in Mount Vernon.  He has been diagnosed with cancer.

Please pray for Jon Hasenoehrl and all the Hasenoehrls.   ...Ethan Hasenoehrl


1) Please pray for a gentleman in Boston named Patrick who was just operated on for a brain tumor; 2) Please pray for my sister Lisa to get a great job.  ...Karla Williamson


Jim Wilkison will be undergoing heart tests starting tomorrow.  Karl Collins (friend of the Williamsons in Texas) is now in hospice care with cancer.

Please be in prayer for Tanna as she closes in on her delivery time.  ... The Barcalows  Update:  Tanna went into labor Sunday afternoon and is now in Skagit Valley Hospital awaiting the birth of her baby. (5:15 p.m. March 20)

Please pray for Amber's mother and the choices she is making in her life. Thank you.

Please pray for Andrew's foot.

Wednesday Night Prayer Requests - March 16

Bob Sell - Mount Vernon Hospital
Ann Dale - Cathi Adams' mother - Everett Hospital
Cathi Adams - back problems
Jim Wilkison - heart testing
Andrew Hill - leaving on a fishing boat for 3 months on Tuesday the 22nd -- prayer for his growth and safety
Hasenoehrl family - still having sickness ... sharing bugs with one another
Al Green  - Rentz Gullick's nephew ... results of chemotheraphy not as good as hoped
Joyce - Rentz' sister ... still having nerve pain
Jim Gibbs - now under hospice care
Bill - cousin of Becky Williamson - dealing with difficult situation
Darren Williamson family - Darren going on mission trip to Mexico; Melodie & children driving here from Oregon on Saturday
David Picinich - safe travel
People in Japan - for safety and recovery from earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear worries
America and our service men and women
Mae Greathouse's mom - making slow improvement
Praise for birth of Josiah Edward Gaines on Tuesday -- 7 1/2 lbs, 21 inches -- Mom & baby are doing fine

Helping Elizabeth Todd Move

Good Afternoon Everyone,

            

Here are the details for the moving party on Saturday morning

When:  9:30am on Saturday, March 19

Where:  Start at Elizabeth’s current residence at 7727 Ershig Road. 

Directions from Burlington:

North on Chuckanut Drive

Right on Ershig Road

Go about a mile to 7727 Ershig Road (Big blue house on the east side of the road) (It’s just past Field Road)

Who: When we talked about this the other night the following folks volunteered or mostly volunteered =)

Rodney with a truck

John Gaines with a truck

John Williamson

Steve Wilkison with a Suburban (Haven’t’ yet confirmed)

Mike Macomber

Jacob Hill

The more the merrier so forward this to anyone else you think of that I missed.

We will also need moving blankets/pads so bring them if you have them.

If you have questions or need help:

Call Rodney at 425.327.7759

Call Elizabeth at 425.359.3304

See you all there on Saturday!!  Thanks, Rodney

March 13th Prayer Requests

• Praise the Lord that Ann Dale (Cathi Adams' mother) is home and feeling better. She is feeling sick from her chemotherapy, though. 
• Please keep Jim Gibbs, Kyla, and the kids in your prayers. They will most likely be calling in Hospice this week. Jim seems to be more at peace with this than he has in the past -- please pray for continued peace, strength, and comfort for all of them.  Also Karee will be taking some snack foods up this week for the kids. If you would like to help with a donation, please contact Karee Blunt.
• Please pray for Tom & Judy Fair at the passing of Tom's cousin in Ohio.  Praises that David and Casey are back with us today.
• I have found a new apartment and am moving next weekend. I need help with the big stuff.  (Elizabeth Todd)
• Praise that Craig's tests came back good and clean. Naomi's fever has gone.  (Also a prayer request for ___  [name unreadable on card] who is having a MRI on Monday for kidneys and bladder).
• Prayers for Charolene, heart attack, in Spokane hospital, kidneys shutting down, prognosis is fair at this time.
• David and Andrea Brown are in Hawaii, where the tsunami hit. Prayers for them.
• Please pray for the Barcalow family. Tanna is expecting any day and Derek is looking for work.
• Please be praying for my cousin Bill, who is experiencing a lot of heartache right now. (Becky Williamson)

March 6, 2011

Prayer Requests --

• Craig Pitner is having tests at the hospital Monday morning
• Naomi Scofield is sick and having a fever of 104-106. They are using medicine and ice packs to break the fever.   ...Vivian Pitner
• Please pray for the family of Betty Goldzweig who died of cancer yesterday.
• Please pray for Jim Wilkison who has a cold and also will be seeing a cardiologist because of an irregular heartbeat.   ...Debbie & Steve
• Please pray for the rest of the Hasenoehrls as they are home sick. Also pray for my grandma, Sue Huges, who is up here visiting from Texas (who also has the bug, and for her return trip Tuesday) ...Trevor Hasenoehrl

Notes --

• The Secret Sister program ends next Sunday. Make plans to bring your final gift and let your secret sister know who you are.
• Thanks to all who helped with the Spring Cleanup yesterday.
• Daylight Savings Time for 2011 begins next Sunday morning at 2 a.m.  Be sure to spring forward by setting your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed Saturday night.  Otherwise, you'll be an hour late for church next week.

February 27

Sunday Morning Services

We will have services as scheduled Sunday morning. We did not get the warming and melting today that we had hoped for so roads may still be treacherous in some areas.  Please be careful in traveling and, as always, use your own best judgment about whether or not it is safe for you to drive.

No decision has been made at this point about whether or not we will meet Sunday evening.

By the way, it is said that you can find almost anything on the Internet. See if you recognize this attractive lady ... whose picture was located during a web search a few minutes ago:

Here is a clue ... the picture was taken from an old Abilene Christian College yearbook.

Elmer Juntenen's brother

We received a prayer request from brother Elmer Juntenen asking the church to pray for his brother, who apparently suffered a stroke today.  We hope to have more information to update this report tomorrow.

Wednesday Night Services Cancelled Due to Snow

The Skagit Valley Church of Christ will not meet Wednesday night, February 23 due to inclement weather. We expect to be back operating on regular schedule Sunday, February 27.  Everyone stay safe and warm!

Sunday Notes and Prayer Requests - February 20th

We apologize that some cards did not get read this morning at the conclusion of the service. They will be read tonight (and are being posted here):

Cati Adams is home sick with the flu.  Please pray for her quick recovery.

Cathi Adams' mother, Ann Dale will be have a MRI on Tuesday for her back.  Please pray that all the results will come back as normal.


"I had an interview last Thursday for a Medical Assistant position in Anacortes.  I also have an interview this Thursday at the Skagit Valley Hospital. Pray that either calls me back. Both would be better than my current job."  -- Elizabeth Todd


"Please pray for my sister Rhonda as she has the true flu.  Thanks,"  -- Karla Williamson


"Elmer Juntenen and the Garrison family, Adams family, and all of our ill and for us to reach out to anyone we see that is missing."

"Please keep Jim Gibbs in your prayers as he battles leukemia.  The doctors' estimation is that Jim has between 1-8 weeks left6, depending on how the cancer responds to the trial medication."

"Please pray for Jon Hasenoehrl and pray for the other Hasenoehrls."

The Secret Sister program will be ending in two weeks, on the 6th of March.

Updated Prayer List

Rentz Gullick's sister, Joyce, is having sciatic nerve therapy and his nephew, Al Green, is still undergoing chemotherapy. Please remember them in your prayers.

Cathi Adams is recovering from surgery. Her mother, Anna Dale, has some fractured vertabrae in her back.

Gilbert Crapson requests prayers for Helen Barnes, who is hospitalized in Bellingham. She will be moved to Lifecare Center soon.

Becky Williamson requests prayers for the family of Zack Crouse, a 3 year old who recently died of leukemia.

Karee Blunt asks prayers for Lillian Grace who is recovering.

Trevor Hasenoehrl asks for prayers for friends who have faith issues, for his mom's high stress level, and for himself because he needs another part-time job.

Millissa Macomber has friends who are traveling from Montana.

Prayers are requested for the Gibbs family (as Jim continues to battle cancer).

Prayers are requested for the Quant family in the loss of a baby and for the family of Allen Hill's friend Vance who was killed.

Prayers for Michael for a tonsillectomy and for his coworker Brian, whose mom was killed in a fire and whose son had surgery Monday.

Pray for our troops and for our nation.

Pray for Kim Morris, friend of the Gaineses, who is undergoing chemotherapy in Florida.

January 23 Prayer Requests

• Prayers for my sister Lisa to find a great job.  Thanks.  ...Karla Williamson
• Prayer for all struggling with health, finances, family, strength, fellowship, and love with peace.
• Please pray for Karl Collins in Houston who is suffering with cancer.  ...Ruth Lake and Jim Wilkison
• 1) Praise that Anna-Claire started back to college this week.  2) Pray that God will watch over our niece Jillian in New Zealand.   ...Steve and Debbie Wilkison
• Please pray for Jon Hasenoehrl and the other Hasenoehrls.   ...Ethan Hasenoehrl
• We have started the process to buy some land. Please pray for us as we wait to find out if it is God's will. ...Casey & Darcie Nwman
• Ann Picken responded during the invitation to ask prayers regarding financial problems she and her family are experiencing. Please keep Ann and Kenneth in your prayers.

Congratulations

Our Chili Cook Off and Talent Show was a good success this afternoon.  Jim Wilkison won the top prize in the chili cooking competition (best chili). Andy Adams' entry was judged spiciest and Ethan Hasenoehrl's was blandest.  Madeline Blunt was earned first place in the talent show.  Congratulations to everyone who participated.

Speaking of competition, our worship services tomorrow morning will be competing with the Seahawks playing in the NFL playoffs against the Bears in Chicago. Surely no one needs any help making the right choice about where to be at 10 a.m. tomorrow!  In case you find yourself wavering, ask "What would Jesus do?"  No matter if you're a big Seahawks fan or not, this ought to be an easy question.

January 5, 2010 Notes

From Wednesday night prayer requests --

Pray for Kim Mackey (Judy Hill's sister-in-law) who desperately needs a liver transplant.
Pray for Elmer Juntenen  who was not able to travel to Colorado. He is having a great deal of back pain.
Pray for Al Green (Rentz Gullick's nephew) who has two more chemotherapy treatments.
Pray for Rentz as well ... he will undergo an outpatient surgical procedure Thursday morning.
Pray for Kim Morris in Florida ... cancer
Pray for the Hasenoehrls as they continue to deal with family problems
Pray for those looking for jobs ... and praise for those who have found work recently
Pray for our troops and for our new Congress and other government leaders
Praise for Darren Williamson family moving into their new house in Oregon.

Updated prayer request --

Dorwan Stoddard, an active member of the Mountain Avenue Church of Christ in Tucson, AZ was killed in the supermarket shooting (where Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was seriously wounded).  According to reports, he threw himself in front of his wife, Mavy, when the shooting started. A fatal bullet struck him in his head.  His wife was hit by bullets in her legs, but is expected to recover.  Please remember her and all of the Stoddards' blood family and their church family as they undergo this traumatic experience.  Also pray for the recovery of Representative Giffords and the others who were injured or killed in the shooting.