This just came from Lynn Jessee . . .
I just got an email from one of my high school friends and they have rushed her 8 year old granddaughter to the Denver Hospital in critical condition. She has been diagnosed with Bubonic Plague. They think she contacted it on their vacation in the mountains. She is running 107 temperature and very very ill. She needs all of our prayers. My friends name is Jayne Dowing. Please pray for this precious child.
Thanks so much, Lynn
As you may recall, Nikki Smith began her new job with the American Red Cross recently and she quickly became involved with disaster relief efforts for victims of the Oklahoma wildfires. The Juniper Restaurant contacted her about hosting a benefit dinner, and one of the chefs is Paul Wilson, Pam Sherman’s son. Please take a look at the attached flyer for details.
Thanks,
Suzy Meredith-Orr
Hello friends,
Great Day at BA begins this Sunday and we hope you’ll be able to attend Maranatha that morning. We’re excited that Gary Peluso from Phillips Theological Seminary will speak on "The Meaning of Work."
Great Day lasts for four weeks and it would be so nice if Maranatha was called to stand up and be counted for good attendance at each of those Sundays.
Next year we’ll consult the church calendar before scheduling our vacation. But we know Meredith and Richard and Lynn and Bob have done their usual best as leaders. Meredith will lead this class the week–many thanks to all for the help.
Warm regards,
Suzy & Denny
Here is a prayer request I received this evening from David and Susan Rose.
Janet
CAR CARE CLINIC, INC. cordially invites Ed Payton, Jim Embrey and the Maranatha Sunday School Class to an open house
Saturday, August 18th, 2012
Located at Open Gate Fellowship, 1437 E. 71st Street, Tulsa, OK
Please stop by anytime from 9am – 11am for about 30 minutes
We will be installing our third car lift along with additional tools and equipment.
We look forward to visiting with you at the open house!
Here’s the news from Maranatha:
We had a lovely and relaxing brunch yesterday with good food and fellowship. Thanks for being there. Thanks to David Carpenter for a wonderful prayer.
Next week Bill Crowell will begin a two-part lesson on his trip to Turkey with the Institute for Interfaith Dialogue.
Sunday’s hosts will be Pam and Karey Low and Roger and Charlotte Rowe.
Birthdays:
July 29 David Carpenter
July 29 Skip Scott
July 30 Pat Bones
Aug 2 Shannon Latchem
Aug 4 Paul Staat
Anniversaries:
None this week
Visitors:
Lonnie and Martha Vaughn
Announcements:
Our collection for Operation Hope yielded few items, so Meredith moved that we donate $100 for the purchase of more supplies. The motion was seconded and carried. Meredith will do the shopping. You may still bring items to class this Sunday if you wish.
Lynn reported on the successful and fun dinner service at Redemption last week. Thanks to all who helped.
There were positive remarks from many about this years’ BABA show, “The Pirates of Penzance.” Despite the glowing reviews ticket sales are disappointing. Please consider supporting the BABA program, your church, and your fellow Maranathans by attending this weekend. You won’t be disappointed!
Lonnie Vaughn from the Car Care Clinic and his lovely wife Martha attended and thanked us for helping give the program a big boost last year. He told us of many success stories.
Try and stay cool! We’ll see you Sunday.
Here’s the news from Maranatha:
Many thanks to David Carpenter for condensing all the info he could find in scripture about angels for us, and for inspiring us to share our encounters with the class. We also appreciate the bonus lesson about Jonah!
Next week it’s the second Maranatha brunch of the year. Please bring what you can to share.
Thanks to the fabulous Morgan sisters for hosting last week.
Angie Dale shared a thoughtful prayer.
Birthdays:
25 Charlotte Rowe
28 Terri Todd
Anniversaries:
26 Ginger and Jim Smyrl
27 Brenda Miller and Mark Lee
Visitors:
No visitors last week.
Announcements:
This is the last week for the Operation Hope collection of household items.
BABA tickets are on sale now for “Pirates of Penzance.” Many Maranatha members are in this terrific show!
Thanks to those who served at Redemption Sunday night.
Joys and Concerns:
Nikki Smith announced she begins a new job with the American Red Cross on August 6. Congrats to her!
Susan Rose’s niece is expecting triplets and one child isn’t doing as well as the others. Please pray for them.
Nancy Morgan is dealing with lots of pain. Please keep her in your prayers.
Kendall Carpenter shared her happiness about her parents’ 60th anniversary celebration last Saturday.
Melanie Shepherd’s company sponsored a 5 year old boy through the Make A Wish Foundation. He has terminal cancer and treatment has been stopped. The company sent him to Disney World. Prayers for he and his family.
Lynn Jesse asked for prayers for those affected by the Aurora shooting.
We look forward to seeing you Sunday for a morning of good food and fellowship.
Here’s the news from Maranatha:
Thank you to David Carpenter for educating us about Angels. He’ll continue his interesting talk next Sunday.
Thanks also the Maus’ for hosting. The fabulous Morgan sisters will be our hosts this Sunday.
Thank you, Denise Klein, for a beautiful prayer.
Birthdays:
16 Darlene Lorenz
17 Tom Cox, Terry Michael, Nikki Smith
18 Nancy Christy, Steve Jacoby
20 Mark Butterworth
21 Lydia Jackson
Anniversaries:
17 Judith & Ed Payton
19 Carol & Mickey Maus
20 Beverly and Mark North
Visitors:
Kristy Hayes, who decided to join us officially! Welcome!
Announcements:
August 19 is still open for guilty treats.
Collection of toiletries and household items for Operation Hope continues through July.
July is Mission Emphasis Month and items collected the 22nd go to DVIS: Domestic Violence Intervention Services.
We’re serving dinner at Redemption on July 22, not July 29. New sign-up sheet was circulated.
Day Center service is August 10.
Denny explained that after discussions with Joel Panciera and Kendall Carpenter, Brenda Reed approved BABA accepting CC’s on a trial basis if Maranatha would allow its bank account to be used as a holding account. Kevin agreed this was feasible since no fees were being charged to the account, only the net transaction amount is being placed in the account. At the end of the show. Kevin will write a check out to BA for the funds deposited. This is only being done for this one event.
With that in mind, tickets are on sale now for the entertaining and spectacular “Pirates of Penzance!” Many of your friends in Maranatha are in the cast, please come show them your support!
Joys and Concerns:
The Bolivia mission team made it to their destination after weather problems delayed them overnight in Miami. Have yet to hear if their luggage also made it! Prayers go with them.
Rob Reck’s mother passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He said their family is well-supported and have no needs at this time except for prayers. Her service is Tuesday at 10am at 400 N Aspen in Broken Arrow. 918-258-5506.
David Rose reported that they sold their house and have moved to mid-town. We hope it’s bigger because another grandchild is on the way! Congrats to the Roses.
Mary Elliot’s brother is here visiting from Perth, Australia.
Have a great week and we’ll see you next Sunday!
Here’s the news from Maranatha:
Thank you for a good turnout for Rabbi Sherman’s presentation on Midrashim. Midrashim are interpretations of bible stories written by Jewish authors that “fill in the gaps” or add a new perspective to familiar stories. He shared two about Noah and the flood that were very compelling and thought-provoking. We were honored to host him before his retirement, and thank Angie Dale for her help in arranging his visit.
David Carpenter will be speaking the next two Sundays on “Angels.” I’m intrigued!
We were well-fed by the Morgans and the Grims. Next week our hosts will be the Maus’ and Shermans. There are still openings for hosting, so some Sundays, we may have less food than usual.
Thanks to Jim Embrey for a great prayer.
Birthdays:
8 Patty Barnes
11 Frieda Reck
11 Linda Reid
Anniversaries:
8 Mary and Patrick Bones
8 Carol and Dave Grim
9 Patti and Gary Smith
Announcements:
Our second brunch will take place the last Sunday in July.
Collection of toiletries for Operation Hope continues through July.
Maranatha will serve at Redemption on Sunday, July 29 and at the Day Center Friday, Aug 10.
Pam’s plan for the August social is dinner and a visit to the Aquarium. Date TBD.
Jim Embrey reported on the work at Joanie Hatleys, and again solicited project ideas for DT4G.
July is Mission Emphasis Month and items collected the 15th go to Child Share-Circle of Care.
Tickets are on sale now for the entertaining and spectacular “Pirates of Penzance!” We now accept credit cards!
Joys and Concerns:
Allene Donley reported that Nitty and John Sonder send greetings from Ft. Worth.
Pam Sherman’s first great-granddaughter, Kenzie Nicole Marie, was born healthy last week.
Melanie Shepard’s sister Valerie is hospitalized.
The mother of a friend of Debbie Jacoby’s is also hospitalized.
Martha Blevins asks for a prayer that the right thing will happen at the right time.
Richard Wansley reported that their four year old grandson, Lucas, is enjoying his first solo visit to Tulsa.
Kendall Carpenter announced Valerie’s new job at Laureate, counseling adolescent eating disorders. Congrats, Valerie!
See you next Sunday!
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