Hello Everyone! It’s September already. This in turn is also an indication that the Fall season is getting closer and closer. Along with the season of Fall comes football season, the Washington Parish Free Fair, numerous Fall Festivals and Halloween. It will be a pleasure to say goodbye to the Summer of 2024!
*** The Rayburn Correctional Center has named MSgt. Steve Merritt as the Correctional Officer for July 2024. Congratulations, Officer Merritt!
Church News:
Wesley Ray UMC:
*Special Guest, Dr. Angelique White-Williams spoke during the August 25th Youth Worship Service. Dr. Williams is presently serving as the New Orleans District President, of the United Women In Faith.
School News:
Varnado High School (VHS/VJHS):
*VHS Student Leaders recently attended Youth Services at Ben's Ford Baptist Church (BFBC) to network and build relationships with other students, from around the parish. Thanks to BFBC Pastor Caleb Martin, BFBC Youth Pastor Destin Pittman and VHS Faculty Karen Creel for fostering “Unity” among our Youth.
Reflections:
*September is recognized as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, designed to promote increased awareness, education, and research on one of the most common forms of cancer. An estimated 13 out of every 100 American men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime, and the risk increases with age. (https://www.cancertherapyadvisor.com/features/prostate-cancer-awareness…)
***Remember to count your Blessings! GPigott***
