As we officially step into the vibrant days of July, it's hard to believe we're already halfway through another year! The first day of school less is than six weeks away!
I almost let the time get away from me to wish Happy Birthday to my daddy, Earl Gill, who turned 69 on June 25th. Joining him in celebration are Jessica Roberts, Celia Painter, Candice Brumfield, Brady, Austin, and Preston Hickman, Brandon Lebo, Cody Schenck, Arion Dillon, Jessie Pouncey, Rashad Magee, Craig Wilkes, Jimmie Catchings, James Ray Schillings, Thomas Welch, Brad Simpson, Jacob Bradford, Coy McIntyre, Frank Smith, Rex Wascom, Sawyer McElveen, Jaden Lebo, Russell Garcia, Susan McNeese, Bridgette Parsons, Tyrane Boyd, Tammy Sloan, Calvin Simmons, and Vickie DeCarlo!
Happy Anniversary to Kevin and LaKisha Ware, and Greg and Amanda Barber.
Please be in prayer for the family and friends of Sis. Betty Sue Dillon Watson, Tommy Warren Quin, Oscar Lee Singleton, Willis Lavon Brumfield, Benson Brady, Katie Barber Brady, and Leigh Ann Cox Morel.
Coming soon to Mt. Hermon is Washington Parish Council on Aging! They will have a meal site at Plainview Church, 24649 Vernon School Rd. If you are 60 years of age or older, complete your assessment and become a member on Monday, July 6th from 9 AM-12 PM. You will receive nutritious meals in a welcoming environment, new friendships, fun games, activities, and more. Please contact 985-732-6868 or 985-289-6014 if you have any questions.
Stop by Schillings Farm and Market for some delicious Washington Parish watermelons, grown on their family farm, for only $12. Their hours this week are: Thursday from 4 PM to 8 PM, Friday from 1 PM to 8 PM. They will be closed Saturday, July 4th, then open Sunday 1-6 PM.
Triple P Fireworks is just the place to go! They are located at 37466 Hwy. 38, about 3 miles from Brook’s going towards Clifton. The Painter family looks forward to seeing everyone!
Silver Creek Campground will begin their 4th of July celebration on Thursday, July 2nd, 6:30-8:30 PM, with Bingo games. Only $5 per person for non-campers. Friday night, you can hear live music from The Dean King Band. Free for campers, and only $10 for non-campers. Saturday, July 4th, they will have a bouncy water slide all day and various activities throughout the day, and ending the day with a fireworks display! Sunday morning, Pastor Hunter Chatman will lead a non-denominational service from 9-10 AM. It is sure to be a weekend of good food, good vibes, fireworks, and fun!
Mt. Hermon United Pentecostal Church welcomes all to join us this Sunday for “Freedom Sunday”! We will be celebrating faith, family, and freedom this Sunday morning at 10 AM for worship service. After church, there will be hamburgers, hot dogs, and homemade ice cream. Wear your red, white, and blue and let’s celebrate freedom together in faith, fellowship, and fun!
Have a happy and safe 4th of July weekend as the semiquincentennial year is being celebrated. God bless America!
