Saturday, December 27, 2008

Update on some of the ailing

  • Evelyn seemed a little improved today. They're treating her with IV antibiotics.
  • Willie T is to have her colon surgery January 14. She really needs to build up her strength before then.
  • Bert had to start on insulin for her diabetes this week. It's still not under control, and she's come down with the same kind of upper respiratory illness that Ruth & Milt have had.
  • Others who need continued prayer include Willa Jean, Kathleen, Jackie Romine and Glen Keenon.

Friday, December 26, 2008

Evelyn Ezell

Evelyn is back in the hospital. She was hurting about 12:30 this morning (Dec. 26), so her daughter took her to the emergency room. The x-rays did not show anything, but a CT scan showed she still has some pneumonia in her lungs. She is in ECM, room 559. Please pray for her recovery.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Phil's Dad

Phil's dad, Glen Keenon, received a bad report on some blood work today. It indicated a serious problem with his kidneys. He is to be re-admitted to the hospital for more tests.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Willie T

Willie T has been having some bleeding and so they've scheduled her to have a colonoscopy Friday morning. She's in ECM.

Friday, November 21, 2008

Titus William Peek

Titus was born 11/20/08 at 5:16 p.m. He weighed 8 lbs. 11 oz, 19 1/2 inches long. Mother and baby are doing fine.

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Long prayer list...

There are lots of folks in need of our prayers right now. Here's a partial list of some we should keep in mind:
  • Ashley and baby
  • Doyce will be having a stress test and doppler on Thursday
  • Jackie Romine (Gary's sister -- Diagnosed with cancer)
  • Leah's mother -- has a malignant tumor on brain stem
  • Willa Jean's condition has deteriorated again
  • Willie T is having breathing problems and is to go back to the doctor on Tuesday
  • Kathleen
  • Evelyn continues to recuperate at home
  • Several others have seasonal cold/virus/sinus problems (Eugene, Joyce, Alex, Curtis, Karla, Lela, etc.)

"Pray without ceasing"

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Don't forget our Gospel Meeting!

Gospel Meeting
November 9-13, 2008 * Sunday--Thursday
Come and enjoy preaching from the Bible by
Bill Hall
Sunday at 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Monday through Thursday at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Evelyn Ezell

Evelyn has pneumonia. She is in ECM Hospital, room 557. The Dr. said she would be in there a few days. Please pray for her recovery.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Kinley McGee

Several of you have asked about Kinley. The last news I heard was that she had a port put in on Wednesday and began radiation treatments on Thursday. She will continue with these treatments Mon.-Fri. for 6 weeks. The family will be staying at the Ronald McDonald house during the week. The school is taking up money to send with the family to help with the expenses of gas, food, parking, etc. If any of you would like to help with this, you can let me know. I can get the money to school or I am sure Layne would not mind to take it. Thank you all for asking about her. Please continue to keep her and her family in your prayers.

Monday, October 13, 2008

Prayer list for the week of 10/12

Just a reminder of some that we need to remember this week.
  • Allison is having a procedure on her wrist this Friday in Huntsville.
  • Milt Jr. is recovering from his heart procedure, and also has hurt his upper back.
  • Marvin has been told that they cannot do anything else for his heart. They've given him medication that is just for the pain.
  • James A. is having a melanoma removed from his ear on the 28th.
  • Remember little Kinley and her family -- she's a 4th grader; the doctors say that she has a terminal brain tumor.
  • Willa Jean, Willie T., Geral and my Mom all have daily struggles.

Friday, October 10, 2008

Milt Jr.

Milt Jr. had a cardiac stress test yesterday that revealed some problems. Today, they did an arteriogram at ECM and found several blockages (two were 100% blocked). They put in two stints and will also treat with medicine. He seems to be doing well. He's supposed to stay at ECM tonight and come home tomorrow if he's doing well.

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Funeral Arrangements

Visitation for Roger's mother, Christine Howard, will be 6-8 p.m. tonight and funeral will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. Burial in Higgins Cemetery.

Saturday, September 27, 2008

Keep in mind...

  • Donald Maxwell is starting medication for his arterial blockage. He also is going to see a neurologist for the disk problem in his back.
  • Milt Jr. is having upper digestive tract problems. They're checking his esophagus and gallbladder.
  • Milt Sr. and Ruth continue to vacate in the islands. Keep Bert in mind while they're gone.
  • James and Willa Jean will be at the beach for a few more days.
  • I'll be in gospel meeting in Tennessee this coming Sunday through Wednesday.

Hope everyone has a good week!

Steve

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Bible Study Software

I don't have much in the way of news right now. Maybe someone else can chime in with what's going on in their lives (hint), or the lives of Alaskan travelers.

I did want to make everyone aware of a great Bible program for your computer. It's called e-sword and you can download it FREE from http://e-sword.net/. You can also download several translations, commentaries, and dictionaries as well. The files are pretty large, so if you are on dial-up it will take a looooooooonnnnnnggg time.
I've been using e-sword for several years now, and I like it a lot. It is actually better than many programs that you have to pay for. I'm thinking of having a special class at New Georgia some time in the future for those who want to learn use it.
Steve

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Hurricane

Please keep Sommer in prayer today as Tropical Storm Fay passes near Tampa

Thursday, August 14, 2008

Christy's sisters

Christy's sisters have gone to Auburn. If you'd like to drop them a note, here's the address.

Whitney (or Brittany) Traylor
Auburn Trails
1131 South College Street
Apt. 260
Auburn, Alabama 36832

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Dustin

Dustin is scheduled to have oral surgery on Thursday morning to have his wisdom teeth removed. It's a routine procedure, but he is very nervous about it and we would both appreciate your prayers.
Ashley

Friday, August 8, 2008

Willie T.

Willie T. was admitted to ECM overnight. The doctors believe she is either suffering from double pnuemonia or congestive heart failure or both. They are treating for both I believe. She is in Room 366.

Thursday, July 31, 2008

Keith's Uncle

Keith's uncle, Garvis Fields, passed away Wednesday night. He was Keith's only surviving uncle. He had been in the hospital for about a week. Garvis was 80 years old. A full military service will be Saturday at Loretto Memorial Chapel in Loretto, TN. Visitation will be 10-12 with the funeral at noon. Keith's father, 3 brothers, and 2 of his 3 sisters will be coming here tomorrow. Half of them will stay with us and the other half with his mom. They will be here through the weekend. Please pray for their safety while traveling. Thanks!

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Prayer topics

  • Willie T went back to the doctor yesterday. She's been having a lot of trouble breathing. They doubled her medication and put her on oxygen.
  • Evelyn is to go to the doctor on Thursday to get the report back from recent tests (re: arterial blockages).
  • My mother is doing so-so. She has definitely had a down turn the last couple of weeks -- probably just a progression of the Alzheimer's. They're starting her on physical therapy to see if that won't perk her up a little bit.
  • Willa Jean is also taking physical therapy, and we hope that it will have a good effect!
  • Don't forget to remember the Ethiopian Christians who are faced with a severe famine at this time.

Monday, July 14, 2008

Remember...

  • Evelyn and Brenda are both awaiting the results of medical tests.
  • Willa Jean
  • Willie T.
  • Several are traveling on vay-cay this week -- the Fields, the Johnsons, the McCartneys and US.

"You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You." -- Isaiah 26:3

Saturday, June 28, 2008

VBS at New Georgia


On the Road With Jesus
July 7-11, 2008
Monday through Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Classes for all ages!
Adult Class Taught by Greg Chandler

MONDAY: On the Road to Calvary - the road of sacrifice
TUESDAY: On the Road to Emmaus - recognizing the resurrected Lord
WEDNESDAY: On the Road to Damascus - the road to a changed life
THURSDAY: On the Road to Gaza - the road of evangelism
FRIDAY: On the Road to Jericho - the road of service

Friday, June 27, 2008

Eugene admitted to ECM

Eugene was admitted to ECM today with pain in his neck, shoulders and left arm. Their running tests. He's in room 156.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Phil's Dad

Just got this note from Shana. Phil's dad is a fine man and I know the family would appreciate our prayers.
Shana wrote: As most of you know, Mr. Keenon came through the arteriorgram/stents pretty well. However, last Fri. he came down with an intestinal infection called c-diff. They called in an infectious disease dr. who has been working with them all weekend - don't know what exactly they were doing because we are not allowed to go see him due to this infection.

The dr. came back in this morning and was not pleased with how he was doing so he sent him for a CAT scan. Mary Glenna (Phil's sis) called a few minutes ago and said that the CAT scan showed that his colon is severely enlarged and if it does not go down in the next 24-48 hours, they will have to operate because it could rupture. He is very weak and we are extremely concerned. Today they put in a "pick" line(?) to feed him because they don't want him to have anything by mouth. Please keep Mr. K and Mrs. K (she is exhausted but will not leave him) in your prayers

Monday, June 16, 2008

Alex has a new baby brother!


Cathy e-mailed "Curtis Mitchell Ritter was born about 7:15 this morning. He weighed 7 lbs 8 oz. He as light brown hair. Jessica is doing fine. She is in recovery now."
REJOICE!

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Leela

Leela had tubes put in her ears this a.m. She is doing fine and on the way back home. Michael has lasik surgery Saturday. Does anyone have news on Joyce Cagle?

Thursday, April 24, 2008

Keep Our Gospel Meeting in Mind!

May 2-4, 2008 at New Georgia
A Special Series On
THE HOME
Speaker: Jeff Archer
Friday & Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday at 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.
NOTE THE TIME OF SERVICE SUNDAY AFTERNOON
  • I'll be putting up a list to sign up to have the Archer's over for a meal.
  • On Sunday after the morning services there will be a potluck at Anderson School.

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Trying to keep up

I imagine everyone gets tired of me just listing the sick on this blog, but it helps me keep up and reminds me to pray. Hope it does the same for you.
  • Ricky had a spell with dizziness and high blood pressure. He was in and out of the hospital earlier this week.
  • Joyce is still tiring easily as she recuperates.
  • Jena, Agnes and perhaps others have the cold that's been going around.
  • Amy is to have surgery on her ankle tomorrow (Thursday). She'll have to be in a cast for several weeks.
  • Roger had surgery on Monday to repair a detached retina.
  • It was good to see Willa Jean out tonight. She continues to need our prayers.
  • James C. told me that Carolyn got a good report from the doctor regarding her thyroid cancer.
  • Tim J's uncle's visitation is tomorrow at 11:00 and the funeral at 2:00 p.m. at Limestone Chapel.

Thursday, April 3, 2008

Elaine is at home doing fine. Thanks for your prayers.

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Concerning the infirm...

Here are a few of the sick and infirm I know about.
Willa Jean has fluid on her knee. Cathy is taking her to the doctor in the morning.
Roger is recovering at home from back surgery.
Elaine is in ECM hospital being given blood.
Susan is still having a lot of trouble with her back.
Sommer and Sandi are still icky this evening, but will hopefully feel better soon.
I think there may be several others, but don't know enough to report.

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Mother is to go to ECM tomorrow to receive blood. She is dangerously anemic. The doctor said that he would try to get it done during the day, but she should be prepared to stay overnight. He also mentioned further tests. Please pray for her.

Saturday, March 29, 2008

Who's 50?

Oh, yes, isn't it nifty? Someone we know is turning 50!!!!

Sunday, March 23, 2008

VBS DATES!!!

The elders would like to have VBS from July 7-11 this year. I think this will enable us to miss conflicts from teacher workshops, vacations, camps, etc. in June. Everyone check your calendars and hopefully this will be a good week for most of us to participate. Let me know what you think.
thanks,
Steve

Friday, March 21, 2008

Caleb

Has anyone heard from Caleb Thornton? I believe his surgery was scheduled for today.

This Shall Be a Sign Unto You

New Georgia has a new sign in the yard in front of the building. It has a place accross the bottom that we can put short messages with magnetic letters we've purchased. So, if you come up with a catchy/scriptural saying, pass it on to me... maybe we can use it.
Here are some I found on the internet. Anybody want to vote for their favorite?

Be Fishers of Men.... You catch 'em, He'll Clean 'em
A clean conscience makes a soft pillow.
A lot of kneeling will keep you in good standing.
Are you wrinkled with burden? Come on into Church for a faith lift!
Coincidence is when God chooses to remain anonymous.
Do your best and then sleep in peace. God is Awake.
Don't put a question mark where God put a period.
Don't wait for 6 strong men to take you to church.
Exercise daily. Walk with the Lord!
Fear knocked. Faith answered. No one was there.
For all you do, His blood's for you!
Forbidden fruits create many jams.
Give God what's right, not what's left!
Give Satan an inch and he'll be a ruler.

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Joyce Cagle

Joyce had to go back to the hospital Monday. She was having chest pain and shortness of breath. They wound up putting in a stint to repair blockage Tuesday morning. She was doing well as of Tuesday afternoon, for which we thank God. She's in room 366 at ECM.
Steve

Monday, March 10, 2008

What's new?

I think Malissa is having her back surgery this morning. Does anyone else have any news? How'd everything go at New Georgia yesterday?
I got to see Jason and Amanda yesterday morning -- they visited at Mt. Olive in Gardendale where I'm preaching the gospel meeting this week. It was nice to look out and see a couple of familiar faces!
Steve

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

My weekend

Hope everyone had a good day Sunday. I talked to Bob Waldron & Greg Chandler, and they both indicated that they enjoyed their time on Sunday with New Georgia.
The gospel meeting went well in Albertville [except for the preaching ;-) ] The audio and lesson material from the Albertville meeting are posted on their website if you want to see what I was up to over the weekend -- the URL is http://theinstructor.org
Hope to see everyone Wednesday night.
Steve

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

The Sick and wounded

We had several mentioned as sick or not feeling well tonight. I thought I'd post the list:
  • Bert (dizziness)
  • Agnes (fell)
  • Elaine
  • Caleb T. (flu?)
  • Derrick Richardson family
  • Willa Jean
  • Carter Newton in Helen Keller hospital with RSV, room 404
  • Also, Eugene has been having some tests and Doyce is to have an MRI on his shoulder.

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Doris Butler's Aunt Alma Haraway died Sunday night. Her visitation and funeral will be tonight at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home in Athens. She was 95.

Monday, February 18, 2008

Missed Sunday Night

Hello all,
Just wanted to let you know that we worshipped with West Rogersville on Sunday night because we were running too late to make it to New Georgia (imagine that!). Anyway, we had a lovely song service. Unity was the theme and Eph. 4 was the primary passage. With the LCD, they would project a few passages that someone read. Then, another would sing a couple of songs that went with it. Next, a new display was up and someone else would read new passages displayed, then songs were sung that went with them. At the end, Joel got up and brought it all together with a short message. It did remind me of some Wednesday night singings. I just liked the way it was all centered around one thing.

OK, that was my "blog" for the week! Hope everyone has a wonderful, safe, and HEALTHY week!

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Funeral Arrangements for Bill Nave

Bill Nave’s funeral arrangements are: Tuesday 6-8 p.m. Visitation atMcConnell Funeral Home. Wednesday there will be a graveside service at11:00 at Sunny Hill Cemetery (right behind Sunny Hill church of Christ.)
Brother Nave was a former member of New Georgia and a distant relative of some of our current members.

Thursday, February 7, 2008

Cathy

I am forgetting to check out the blog. Beth reminded me yesterday. I had not heard about Ann's baby. When I tried to log on to post a blog, I had already forgotten my password. How's that for a senior moment?

Hope everyone is feeling well. I am taking Mother to the doctor today. Hopefully, we can find out why she is having trouble walking. Please keep her in your prayers.

Monday, February 4, 2008

TREY IS HERE!!!

Baby Boy Trey arrived - 7 lbs. 2 oz. Ann and Trey are doing great!!!!

Thursday, January 31, 2008

Ann

Ann is scheduled to go to the hospital Sunday night at 12:00 to be induced. Let's keep her and the baby and Doris in our prayers!

Monday, January 28, 2008

Sarah's Surgery

Hi everyone! I know it is late, but I wanted to let everyone know that my niece, Sarah, will be having her adnoids (sp?) removed tomorrow morning (Tuesday) at 7:30. She will also have her left sinus flushed out. Please keep her in your prayers. Also, say a prayer for Chris and Hope. It is very hard to have your baby be put to sleep for surgery. I hope everyone is doing well. How is Elaine doing?

Monday, January 21, 2008

Update from the James Cagle family

Mother just called from Birmingham. Carolyn is out of surgery. Dr. said everything went well. Aubrey is still breaking out with chicken pox. She had the vaccine at 1, so she is only having a mild case. Dr. said to expect around 50 spots. Keith said she is growing feathers! :) He had a touch of the stomach bug yesterday. Better today. Haley has moved in with my parents - she doesn't want the diseases! HA! :) Have a good week!

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

It's COLD!!!

I just thought I would see if this works.

I hope everyone is staying warm today. I hear we may be getting even colder weather tomorrow and this weekend. Don't anybody get sick, ya hear?

I thought I might let everyone know that I won't be at services Sunday. John and I plan to go to Auburn to visit his parents for the MLK holiday this weekend. We will be attending services somewhere down there. I will miss all of you, though.

I hope Sommer is feeling better and that Katie is being a good nurse.

How did Mr. Beavers' knee surgery go? I re-learned from his grandson, Drew Miller (also grandson of Don and Brenda Miller, with whom I stay), that Mr. Beavers was having his surgery a couple of days ago. Small world, huh?

Ok. I'll quit. I hope you all have a wonderful week and stay really, really warm.

Sunday, January 13, 2008

The Deal With Sommer (Part 2)

As we announced today, Sommer had a fall on a sailboat and cracked a rib. When she went to the doctor to have it checked this afternoon, he pushed on the rib and broke it. She spent this evening in the emergency room getting checked out. X-rays and CT scan showed no signs of complications like a punctured lung, so they sent her home, but she's in a lot of pain. Please keep her and and her mom in prayer.
thanks,
Steve

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Russell's grandfather, Christy's grandmother

Russell's grandfather, Jimmy Casteel, and Christy's grandmother, Gladys Traylor, both passed away last night. Visitation for Christy's grandmother will be Thursday night and the funeral will be Friday. Not sure about Russell's grandfather's arrangements yet.....

Monday, January 7, 2008

Willie T's phone

Just wanted everyone to know, Mother (Willie T.) has decided to cancel her home phone and use our phone number 247-0096. This will be effective on Wednesday, Jan. 9. This will help her because she can use the caller ID before she answers and not be bothered by the solicitors anymore. Wanted everyone to have her new number.
Thanks,
Susan

Saturday, January 5, 2008

The deal with Sommer

Sommer finally headed back to Florida today (Saturday). She'd planned to leave Thursday, but stayed an extra couple of days because of health concerns. She'd been having stomach problems (nausea, etc.) since before coming home for the holidays. The doctor thought it could be a side effect of some medication she's taking, so he changed the medicine. But her stomach problems continued, and even got worse over the last couple of weeks. She lost about 8 lbs over the holidays! Anyway, she went back to the Doc this past Thursday. They ran tests on her gallbladder Thursday and Friday but everything came back normal. So, now they've started her on some ulcer meds, but the doctor isn't sure that's really the problem.
Just thought I'd let everyone know what's going on with her. Keep her on your prayer list!
thanks,
Steve

Tuesday, January 1, 2008

Happy New Year!

I hope everyone had a good time last night. Byron is still in bed, or I would ask him if he had fun! I hope everyone has a wonderful year, full of happiness and good health. You are all a wonderful family! Let's all remember to pray for Ann and her baby.
Jena