Hello Everyone, I want to begin my article this week with a very special and personal tribute for Black History Month for my grandmother, Mrs. Emily Elizabeth (Young) Moses. She is a proud native and life-long resident of Washington Parish and the oldest of seven born to Samuel and Clara Young. She and the youngest sibling (Loretta) are the only two still with us (deceased siblings are: William, Joseph, Carrie, Amy & Sam). My Grandmother is presently 104 years old, having been born on August 23, 1920. She continues to express how good God is and constantly advises that whenever one has a problem just “Say a Prayer and Sing a Song”. Mama Em sings for family and friends often when requested or at any given moment. I now even find myself humming and singing the Gospel songs that she has so beautifully modeled before us. I appreciate all that she is to our family and I Thank God for letting her be “My Grandmother”. Amen #Jesus
Church News:
Wesley Ray UMC:
*Coordinators for the Youth sponsored a “Fun Day” on Saturday, Feb. 15th. The Youth enjoyed games and refreshments, during this time.
New Beginning Ministries:
*On Sunday, Feb. 16th Pastor Earl Robinson was the Special Guest. His sermon came from Numbers 13:25-33 and was entitled: “Giants & Grasshoppers “.
Pilgrim Rest MBC:
*Communion Sunday Worship was held on Feb. 16th @ 11:30 am. Pastor Jimcoily’s sermon came from the book of Amos 5:7-11 and was entitled: “God has the Final Say So”. The church also held its Black History Program, with Youth Members from the Wesley Ray UMC rendering the welcome and readings. Sis Gwendolyn Henry was the guest speaker and she spoke on the theme: Faith in God / Strength in the Community.
School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*The Lady Cats Softball “Home” games are scheduled for: Feb..24th vs Franklinton @ 5:30pm & Feb. 25th vs McGehee @ 4pm. *Home field for the Lady Cats is located at the Wesley Ray Community Park.
*FFA: Samantha Harelson placed 6th in the 15 yr old age division and Taluan Hall placed 8th in the 14 yr old division for poultry showmanship.
Wesley Ray Elem. (WRE):
*The Black History Program is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 21st @ 1:30pm.
*Parent LEAP Night will be held on Monday, Feb. 24th @ 6pm
Reflections:
*** "Make a career of humanity. Commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in."
– Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
***Take Care, GPigott***
