Grandmama Elaine should be on her way home soon. YEAH! She is doing very well, surprising the doctors. One said she was 85 going on 65!

Jackie is in surgery right now. I think Ashley said it would take 3 to 4 hours. I know it is a very scary afternoon for the family. Let's all remember to pray for her.

Madelyn had a bad asthma attack last night and has been to the doctor today. Also Julie is not feeling well.

Blog regeneration?

As we waited during Elaine's surgery yesterday, I was talking to Derrick and Christy about ways to improve this blog. I'd really like to see us do more with it -- like share daily experiences, especially as they relate to the church, our families or just living for Jesus. To do that, we need everyone to try and participate more. Otherwise, everyone is just going to have to put up with my sporadic posts about praying for the sick ;-)
Speaking of which, Elaine did come through her surgery fine and they removed the tumor. The doctor was optimistic about her recovery. Also, Shana e-mailed me and said the Jackie Romine was admitted to Huntsville Hospital; there is a spot on her brain. Milt Vaughn Sr. came through his shoulder surgery today, and he's at home.
I had a good study with Milt and Pam Vaughn this evening. Pam is really interested in studying and getting some of her questions answered now. Everyone continue to encourage them!
With our daily struggles, and all the sick in the congregation right now, it's easy to forget the many positive experiences and opportunities we have everyday.
brotherly,
Steve

Steve's prayer list

Here are some of the folks connected to New Georgia that I'm remembering in prayer:

• Elaine's medical tests revealed that she has a large mass in her side. They are trying to get her seen in Birmingham.
• Phil's dad as had trouble again this week with arterial blockages to the kidneys.
• JoAnn is having nasal surgery today.
• Emily's surgery went well yesterday, and she is recuperating at home.
• Milt Sr. is to have shoulder surgery Tuesday.
• Willa Jean, Willie T., Bert, Evelyn, Jackie R. and Kathleen all continue with their daily struggles.
• Several have been sick with viruses and the like -- Katie, Milt & Pam, Karla, Doris, the Gautneys and Gary.
• Marvin has been having some significant heart problems. I believe he's going to the Veteran's hospital for a check up next Wednesday.

Evelyn Ezell

We moved Evelyn out of the hospital yesterday afternoon, she is now at Mitchell-Hollingsworth Rehabilitation Center. She is in room 717. Her phone # is 246-5717. Her Doctor said she would most likely be there for about 3 weeks. Please continue to pray for her recovery.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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"

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Hurricane

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

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

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

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.

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!

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.

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

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

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.

Daddy & Pnut & Fish in Alaska

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

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!