Hello Everyone! It’s February already! There are lots of holidays and observances in this month. One of them is Black History Month which is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the United States and Canada, and more recently has been observed in Ireland and the United Kingdom (wikipedia.org). Various celebrations and programs will take place to commemorate the Freedom and Contributions of African American throughout the month. I hope you enjoy as many of these events as possible that promote unity among all people.
••Church News:
Wesley Ray UMC:
*The United Women In Faith had their Annual Day on Sunday, January 26th. The speaker for this occasion was Dr. Angelique White-Williams the UWF New District President. The theme was “Walking By Faith and Not By Sight” (2 Corinthians 5:7).
Mt. Zion Baptist Church (Varnado):
*The Senior Women recently provided “Soup for the Sick” (Serving up warm Soup & spreading Love) as a service to their community. They shared that “Soup” is a taste of kindness & served in a bowl of Compassion.
••School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*Coach Mark Barnwell was chosen as the High SchoolTeacher of the Year for 2023-2024. *Music Director, Mr. Kevin Smith was chosen as the 2023-2024 Junior High School Teacher of the Year. Congratulations to both of you and Thank You for all that you do for our students.
*The January Student of the Month is Class of 2025 Senior, Miss Bryana Moses.
*Chasidy Dyson was chosen by the Washington Parish Youth Coalition to attend the National Youth Convention in Washington DC. *Enjoy and Learn!
Wesley Ray Elem. (WRE):
*Congratulations and Best Wishes are extended to Mrs. Lesha Hall for being named the 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year. In addition, the teachers and staff members for the Month of January are: Kindergarten Teacher-Ayrial Smith; Special Education Teacher-Joyce Magee; Paraprofessional-Lasona Brown and School Nurse-Erica Wheat. Thank you for all you do for our students.
••Reflections:
*Condolences are extended to those near and far who have had a loved one to pass away. May you all find comfort in the “Word of God” and through fellowshipship with one another.
***Sincerely, GPigott***
