*The month of May is proving to be an eventful one indeed. At the top of my list is the Blessed Rainfall that we’ve had thus far, after near drought-like conditions. A friend of mine has a saying that states, “Everytime it rains food is coming down from Heaven”. In more ways than one, this is true. I've decided that I’m going to continue to practice being “Thankful & Grateful” in all circumstances. How about you?
Church News:
Wesley Ray UMC:
*The Mother’s Day Program sponsored by the United Women In Faith was presented. The theme was “Women of the Bible”. Women such as: Eve, Ruth, Mary, Rahab, Queen Esther, Naomi and the Samaritan Woman were portrayed by women of the church. The role that many women played in the church was (and still is) essential to the spreading of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This program was truly inspiring.
Mary’s Chapel UMC:
*The Annual Senior Citizen’s Luncheon was held on Saturday, May 9th @ 12noon. Minister Tamara Penn was the guest speaker. Gifts were given to everyone and a delicious meal was served. Sister Lilian Roberts was the Chairperson for this program.
Live Oak UMC:
*Communion Service was held on Sunday, May 3, with Rev. Terrence August preaching. His sermon was entitled: The Believer’s Anchor (John 14). Rev. August informed us of 4 Anchors that every “Believer in Christ” must have. They are the Anchors of Faith, Hope, Truth and Power. He further admonished the congregation to be very sure that, “Your Anchor holds and grips the solid Rock, which is Jesus”. Amen
School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*The Jr. High Formal is being held on Saturday, May 16th from 6:30pm to 8:30 pm, for students in grades 5th-8th. The theme for this lovely occasion is: An Elegant Night in Paris.
*The Senior Awards Night Program that was held on May 5th was very rewarding for me to witness. Seeing the graduates march in with their caps & gowns on, as well as the looks of pride on their faces was priceless. May every graduate experience success in all of their future endeavors.
***The Class of 2026 graduated on May 9th. Congratulations to All!!!
*Barry Thomas, Tyriona Johnson, and Lily Dunn are now members of the National Honor Society. This is such a great way to end this school year and begin the next one. Congratulations to All!
Wesley Ray Elem. (WRE):
*It’s that time a year again for the 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony. It is scheduled for Monday, May 18th @ 6pm.
*The additional End of the Year Programs are as follows: 2nd Grade @ 9:00am; 3rd Grade @ 10:30am and 4th Grade @ 1pm.
Reflections:
*On Gardening: The benefits of gardening for me are very rewarding. First of all I get to have fresh vegetables. They taste so much better when you can pick and cook straight from your own garden. Also, watching the actual process from seed/plant to mature vegetables is educational. It provides a chance for one to see the stages that a plant goes through in order to “bear fruit”. Lastly, exercise and meditation through repetitive gardening tasks helps me to feel better. I love gardening!
*Remember that Prayer still works, GPigott*
