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Life Fellowship Church Sponsors Angel Tree for Foster Children

Press release

Could there be a more beautiful picture this time of year? The Henderson County Child Welfare Board Foster Child Angel Tree is completely empty. That means that every single foster child from Henderson County will have Christmas. This year, Athens Life Fellowship Church sponsored every single angel on the tree.

“Simply put, Pastor Mark Allen and the congregation at Athens Life Fellowship have insured that each of these children will have presents for Christmas,” said Jay Eckert, the current Chairman of the Henderson County Child Welfare Board.

Children that have been placed in foster care due to allegations of abuse and neglect often struggle for a sense of normalcy around Christmas time but this will certainly help.

The Henderson County Child Welfare Board’s mission is to support a network of volunteers and Child Protective Services workers who are concerned with the welfare of children, especially those suffering from abuse and neglect. Its purpose is to function as a liaison between the community and the Texas Department of Family and Child Protective Services.

Masonic Youth Host State Leaders

Pictured, from left, Emily Currey, Kayla Rife, Samantha Ramos, Michelle Sanderford (Worthy Advisor), Mrs. Lucy Gray (Advisory Board Chair), Allison Fraze (Grand Worthy Advisor), Mrs. Tonya Currey (Mother Advisor), Mrs. JoAnn Weaver (Supreme Deputy), Carrie Currey (Grand Representative to Montana), Katie Schaefer, Tessa Farley (Grand Recorder), and Shelby McGallian (Jr. Past Worthy Advisor).

Press release

The Gun Barrel City Assembly Rainbow Girls hosted their state leaders at their meeting on Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Cedar Creek Lake Masonic Lodge. At their meeting, they honored Allison Fraze, Grand Worthy Advisor, their girl leader on the state level. In addition, they were pleased to also host Mrs. JoAnn Weaver, Supreme Deputy in Texas (adult leader on the state level), and her husband Bruce (Grand Executive Committee).

The Rainbow Girls performed a delightful honor program that was surfer themed with surfer songs to go with the Grand Worthy Advisor’s theme for the year–“Life is like surfing–so ride the wave.” After the meeting, the girls enjoyed a Christmas gift and ornament exchange, followed by a tasty lunch amid tropical beach decorations. Continue reading “Masonic Youth Host State Leaders”

Dogwood Trails Camp Breaks Ground on New Lake

After five years of planning and fundraising, Dogwood Trails Camp and Retreat Center in Larue broke ground on Saturday for a new lake. The camp is owned by Dogwood Trails Baptist Association, which is excited about the project and all that the Lord is doing at camp. This much anticipated addition will enhance the camp for years to come. Thanks to all who gave and participated! You can find out more at www.dogwoodtrailscamp.com.

FUMC Athens to Celebrate 50th This Weekend

Reverend Becky Love and the members of the First United Methodist Church of Athens invite you to join us at 225 Lovers Lane, (at the corners of Lovers Lane and College Street) as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our Sanctuary and buildings. We will begin with a combined worship on Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. followed by lunch. Tickets are available for $12 per person and children under 12 are free. We are so very grateful the forethought and dedication of our founding members and we will celebrate the past and look forward to our future! Please contact the church office at (903) 675-5161 for more information.

Blast From the Past Dance

Andrew Wolfe, the Youth Minister, and the youth of First United Methodist Church, Athens invite all area youth, to a 50th Anniversary dance, Saturday, Oct. 11, 7 to 10 p.m., in Fellowship Hall, 225 Lovers Lane, (at the corners of Lovers Lane and College Street). Dress in your best 60’s outfit, peace signs, afros, bellbottoms, platform shoes, be creative! There will be a live band, LOTS of dancing, concessions, fun and fellowship. The cost is $10. Some of you may remember the famous dances back in the day, at the First United Methodist Church, Athens. As the church celebrates the past 50 years of our Sanctuary and several buildings, we are also flashing back to the good old days of our church youth dances. Hope to see you there!