Our Redeemer in Florence, Alabama, completed the 2016-2017 weekly Bible study session on May 2. The topics studied in this session were the Gospel of Luke, the book of Acts, the 12 minor prophets, and short resumes of each of the apostles. Regular attendees included four LCMS lay people, two LCMS pastors, one Roman Catholic, two United Methodists, one LCMC member, one Episcopalian, one Chinese Christian, and one unchurched person who attended most of the sessions and who was baptized at the end of April. The session was led by Betty and Tony Mabrey, and they look forward to a new class in the fall.
News from St. Paul’s – Foley
The quilting and craft group of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Foley, AL, had the opportunity to honor one of our veterans, Mr. Uel McCullar, for his services to our country by presenting him with a patriotic quilt made by our ladies.
LWML LA-MS District Retreat
On April 28-30, the ladies of the LWML LA-MS District gathered for a weekend of fellowship and spiritual renewal. The biennial retreat was held at Rosaryville Spirit Life Center in Ponchatoula, LA.
Our Very Own Betty Crocker
The spirit at Faith Lutheran Church in Shreveport, LA, is shown in many ways. One of those ways is the blessing of a nutritious continental breakfast after Sunday school, made by Jackie Dawson. We salute her for taking on this mission even with health issues. We call Jackie “Betty Crocker” because she sometimes brings food she just got out of the oven. Faith thanks Jackie for her service!
Installation of Rev. Robert R. Lydick
Rev. Robert R. Lydick was installed as the pastor of Redemption Lutheran Church in Panama City, FL, on Sunday, April 23. Rev. Randal Ehrichs officiated the installation, and Rev. Steven Mazzaferro served as guest preacher, basing his sermon on the appointed Gospel from John 20.
St. Mark’s Hosts Egg Hunt
St. Mark’s in Elberta, AL, held their annual community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8. It was a great success, with many children there from the community as well as our church. Toby Moore played his guitar and sang praise music during the event. In addition to the Easter egg hunt, children played many games, colored Christian Easter pictures, and received gift bags and a Christian cross bookmark.