*It is such a Blessing to have an agency in the village of Angie that provides so much care for the members of the community. The agency that I am referring to is The Pride and Hope Ministry Family Support Agency, Myra N. Magee (Owner/Director). In addition to the personal care, daycare, restaurant and activity center, this agency has partnered with other food distribution agencies to be a monthly pickup location for the community. Having this option makes resources more easily accessible for the local community. We are grateful for the service that the Pride and Hope Ministry provides and the economic impact so needed through the employment of healthcare workers, educators and culinary professionals.
Church News:
Live Oak UMC:
*Communion Worship Service was held on Sunday, March 2 at 8:30am. Pastor Terrence August’s Sermon was entitled: When in the Presence of God / A Mountain Top Experience (The book of Exodus). Pastor August taught us that when we’re in God’s Presence we will experience: Peace, Joy, Hope and a Personal Connection. Pastor Anice Moses administered the Holy Communion. In addition, the District Superintendent Rev. Karli Pidgeon worshiped with the congregation.
Mary’s Chapel UMC:
*The Second Harvest Distribution is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19th. It did not occur on the 1st Wednesday due to the “Ash Wednesday” holiday falling on this day.
School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*Class of 2025 Senior, Jaden Bell is the February Student of the Month. Congratulations!
*Class of 2017 Graduate/Alumni, Andre Jones recently spoke with students to encourage them to pursue their dreams with perseverance and determination. Andre was drafted by the Washington Commanders in 2023. The community is proud of his accomplishments and his continuing to inspire the youth in the community. Thank you Andre Jones!
Reflections:
*Cadet Mya’ Little was the Correctional Officer and Dustin Thigpen was the Support Employee for January 2025 at the Rayburn Correctional Center.
“The only place where SUCCESS comes before WORK is in the dictionary.” (Unknown)
***Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” – Leo Buscaglia
***Continue to Love One Another, GPigott***