Hi Everybody, I hope you all are safe and warm. I did some shopping in Columbia MS recently and had lunch at a restaurant called “Stacy’s Skillet”. It was a delight with much to be observed. I am always looking to be inspired by my surroundings and this restaurant did not disappoint me. My adventure began with the reading of the printed caption on the menu that said: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to his purpose”. (ROMANS 8:28).
In addition, posted on the interior wall of the restaurant are these words: Remember when you go into the world to keep your eyes and ears wide open. And be kind. Love one another. Take care of each other. Tell the truth and always do your best to listen to the big people and the little people. Explore new paths and have fun. Know that you are loved like crazy. Give thanks for all your blessings. Above all else, LOVE and you will do wonderful things in this world.
I received both food for my body and food for my soul. I plan to go again for more of the same.
Church News:
Wesley Ray UMC:
*A Beautiful Fall Festival was held on Sunday, November 9th. This wonderful event was hosted by the Youth Department.
Live Oak UMC:
*Third Sunday Service begins @ 8:30am. Afterwards, fellowship will continue with the serving of the church’s Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner.
Mt. Zion MBC (Varnado):
*The church sponsored a Free ClothesCloset Give-A-Way on Saturday, November 8th and prayer. God’s Word in Action…clothes for the body and prayer for the soul. Amen*
Pilgrim Rest MBC:
*The church will be celebrating the “First Year Pastoral Anniversary for Pastor Javonte Jimcoily”. The program will be held on Sunday, November 16th beginning at 1:00 pm. All are encouraged and welcome to attend.
School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*** Conner Breland and Lloyd Roberts scored in the top 10% nationwide on the 2024-2025 PreACT and are recognized as “Rising Scholars.” Abby Franks, Cesar Welch, Taluan Hall, Lily Dunn and Lexie Darda scored in the top 35% nationwide and are recognized as “Early Scholars”. Congratulations to all and keep striving!
*The following FFA members recently competed at the Washington Parish LDE Competition at Pine High School.
Congratulations to the following students for placing and advancing to District: Prepared Speaking - 1st Place Kinsley Sims; Gulf of Mexico Speaking - 1st Place Taluan Hall; Extemporaneous Speaking - 3rd Place
Talmadge Manning; Parliamentary Procedure - 3rd Place Kinsley Sims (chair); Rylee Cummins, Talmadge Manning, Connor Breland, Desmond Weary Jr.; Gavin Evans and Geaux Teach Ag - 3rd Place Drucilla Lewis.
***Continue to love one another unconditionally, GPigott***
