But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. I Thessalonians 4:13.
Yesterday we hosted a workshop on grief share. Our presenters provide some useful information on grief designed to help us during our time of sorrow. When it comes to grieving, it is not a matter of if, but when. Because all of us will experience loss of loved ones. Either we will grieve over them, or they will grieve over us.
Church, let us pray for and encourage others to take advantage of becoming more informed about grief. Thank you goes out to Bro. Paul William and Sis. Marcia Scott who served as facilitators during the workshop. Also, to everyone working behind the scenes helping to make this endeavor a blessing from the Lord.
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On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, is the Primary Election Voting. I hope you received your voting information in the mail and had a chance to review. Early voting began yesterday and I encourage everyone to vote. Remember, voting is more than a privilege, it is a right!
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The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. Proverbs 14:18.
Who are the graduates for the year 2026? Your church family would like to know. We are so very proud of you and support you in your endeavors that glorify the Lord. We want to recognize all our graduates especially our church student members. Please send us a picture of yourself and your school announcement so we can share the good news.
Church, let us continue to pray for and encourage all our student members as they go on to higher learning.
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Keep my family in your prayers. My first cousin, Rickey Little, was called home to glory. The Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Shreveport Louisiana at 10:00 a.m.
Also pray for Sis. Patsy Howard and family. The Homegoing Service for Sis. Howard’s cousin, Shirley Mitchell, was on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Arcadia Louisiana.
Pray for Sis. Marisela Rogers and family. Sis. Rogers’ mother, Helen Abitia was called home to glory. The Celebration of Life will be on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Forest Lawn Mortuary. The service will be a private family gathering.
Keep in prayer Sis. Shirley Larrimore and family. Sis. Larrimor’s cousin, Shanetta Travis, was called to glory. The Homegoing Service is pending. Please contact the church office for additional information.
Church, continue to pray for Deacon Roy Johnson and family. Deacon Johnson’s nephew, Gregory Johnson, was called home to glory. The Homegoing Service is pending. Please contact the church office for additional information.
REMINDERS:
- The weekly Bible Study will broadcast every Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. Please adjust your schedule and tune into the weekly lesson. The conference call dial up number is (717) 908-1928 and the participant’s code is 626130.
- The Grief Share Training is a course on learning and understanding how to minister to those grieving over the loss of loved ones. The sessions are every Monday at 4:00 p.m. If you would like to become informed and equip in ministering to those who are grieving, send your email address to Miraclembcgriefshare@gmail.com and you will receive a zoom link to join the training sessions.
WORD FOR THE WEEK:
Ignorant is the Greek word agnoeo; means not to understand, not have information about.
In other words,means to be unaware.
Scripture references-Acts 17:23, Romans 1:13 and I Corinthians 10:1.
Pastor