October has indeed arrived! We’ve been able to enjoy some cooler morning and nighttime temperatures. I am excited about completing my display of Autumn decorations, on my front porch and mailbox. Having the opportunity to enjoy some of the simple things in life brings me “Joy”. I hope they bring “joy” to others who pass by and see them.
Church News:
Wesley Ray UMC:
*September 27th was both Youth and Communion Sunday. The Youth read scriptures and sang songs of praise in the choir. Pastor Johnson’s sermon was entitled: “We Don’t Look Like What We’ve Been Through” (Amos 9:11-25). He shared that we must share with our children how God brought us through, so that they can have “Hope”. Amen
*The Angie Charge:
*Pastor Robert Johnson spoke words of encouragement to and prayed for the VHS football team before the homecoming game. In addition, the team and coaches were presented with towels by Pastor and Sis. Tammy Johnson that were created by Sis Tammy of Lovey’s Creations.
*A Community Health Fair will be held on Saturday October 10th from 8am to 12pm/Noon. The location for this event will be outside of the Chevron Station in Varnado. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
New Zion:
*The Church Congregation will have an Appreciation Service for Pastor Linza Rae & Leading Lady Karen Cotton to celebrate 34 Years of Service, on Sunday/October 11th @ 11am. The theme for this honorable service is: Great Is Thy Faithfulness (Philippians 1:6). The guest speaker will be Apostle Kendon Grant, Sr. *All are invited to attend*
School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*Desmond Weary, Jr. a 2026 graduate of VHS has been selected to serve on the Freshman Leadership Council @ LSU. Congratulations Desmond & Keep Striving!
*The VHS 2026 Homecoming Queen Frantasia! Enjoy your reign Fantasia!
Wesley Ray Elem. (WRE):
*The 1st 9 weeks are already completed and “Report Cards” are scheduled to go home on Friday, Oct. 9th.
Reflections:
On Visiting the Sick: Those of us that have “a reasonable portion of health and strength" should visit the sick because they need us. They need to see our smiles, feel our hugs, listen to our voices and express themselves as well. Our presence in their lives comforts and heals. I was recently afforded the opportunity to sit with a relative that is recovering from surgery. I witnessed all of the aforementioned results of my visiting the sick and I am a better person because of them. Who do you need to visit today? ***GPigott
