YMCA II~Young Married Couples in Action

Crazy Love

2010-02-25T09:53:00.000-08:00

Read the following excerpt from the back of the book....Our class is getting ready to start this as a bible study....I just finished the book, and it is simply amazing...I hope that we can grow together as a class, and closer to our Lord~as we go through this study together....If I missed anyone that is in our class, feel free to share this with them.....God Bless.....

Crazy Love

Have you ever wondered if we're missing it? It's crazy if you think about it. The God of the universe — the Creator of nitrogen and pine needles, galaxies and e-minor — loves us with a radical, unconditional, self-sacrificing love. And what is our typical response? We go to church, sing songs, and try not to cuss. Whether you've verbalized it yet or not . . . we all know something's wrong. Does something deep inside your heart long to break free from the status quo? Are you hungry for an authentic faith that addresses the problems of our world with tangible, even radical, solutions? God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Because the answer to religious complacency isn't working harder at a list of do's and don'ts — it's falling in love with God. And once you encounter His love, as Francis describes it, you will never be the same.

Because when you're wildly in love with someone, it changes everything.

"With an urgency that seeks to awaken a sleeping church mired in the comfort of middle ground, Crazy Love gets to the heart of the matter and leaves you wanting more — more of the matchless Jesus who offers radical life for all."

Moving Classrooms

2010-01-29T16:01:00.001-08:00

YMCA @ will be moving classrooms this Sunday. We will be across the hall from the pastor's study...Betsy sent out a phone tree message, and I also posted details on our YMCA 2 Facebook page...Any questions~feel free to email me....

unless the snowstorm hits....then we may be at home =(

Have a Blessed Weekend!

Check it out!

2009-07-31T07:07:00.000-07:00

We have a Facebook page...Going to use it to update you all on our upcoming events, socials, and studies....Hope if you are not a member of Facebook, you will try it out!! A great way to keep in touch...God Bless you guys!

YMCA 2 Christmas Party

2008-11-30T11:06:00.000-08:00

Our YMCA 2 Christmas Party is this Friday, December 5th, at 6:30pm at Kevin and Christy Hite's house. Bring a fingerfood, and a drink, and an ornament per person for our annual ornament exchange game. We look forward to seeing you there....Call Christy if you need directions to her house.....Merry Christmas!!

Sacred Marriage Class

2008-09-24T04:56:00.001-07:00

Remember to read Chapter 3 this week, and be sure to finish your questions.

Our Marriage Retreat is coming up-Be sure to give James your deposit for the cabin. We are going to have a great time-getting to know each other, and also get closer to our Lord.

Hope everyone is having a blessed week...C U at church tonight.

Sacred Marriage Homework

2008-09-17T20:50:00.000-07:00

Remember to finish your questions, and to read chapter 2 of the book.

Also, remember to keep praying for the prayer request that you picked up Sunday after class.

Greta Gibbons had her baby today, doing well. Remember them in your prayers also. Hope everyone is having a blessed week.

Sacred Marriage Class Begins Today

2008-09-07T14:04:00.001-07:00

Today we began the Sacred Marriage class...that is being taught by our youth minister, and friend, Kurt Rudd...If you guys missed today, be sure to be there next week to participate in this amazing study. We are going to learn to make our marriages stronger, by getting closer to God. The books cost $7, so if you haven't paid yet, be sure to get your money to James or Cassie Allen. If you are writing a check, you can make it to Sunnyside Baptist Church. Our homework for this week is to read chapter 1 of the book....

We are going to start passing a prayer request sheet around the room next week, due to being in a very large class...So, I will post the prayer requests each week from the sheet....

We are also getting a sign up sheet together for our Marriage Retreat that we are having October 3rd and 4th. This retreat is going to be near Natural Tunnel State Park, in Virginia...For those of you who don't know...this is about 40 minutes away. We have a friend that owns a few cabins in this area, and is going to give us a good deal on one of them. We are looking at $30-50 per couple...possibly less..depending on the number of participants....So, please guys, pray about this...James and I are burdened for our SS class...We feel that this is from God...We want to grow closer to Him, while growing closer to each other. God has a plan for us, and I can't wait to see what it is....Mark these dates down on your calendars...and plan on going...It is going to be AWESOME!!!

Hope everyone is having a Blessed Sunday.

Labor Day Picnic

2008-09-01T18:25:00.001-07:00

Today our Sunday School class had a Labor Day Picnic...There was lot of good food, and wonderful fellowship...and some serious volleyball....We had a lot of fun...Thought I would share a few photos from the night..I did a couple of collages...Hope you enjoy...Thanks guys for a great time!!! Love you all...

Upcoming Socials

2008-08-29T18:42:00.000-07:00

Hey guys...We are trying to get back on track with planning some socials for our Sunday School class....Our first one is this Monday, on Labor Day....We are having a picnic at James and Cassie's house at 5:30. We will pass a sign up sheet around on Sunday for "what to bring"...

On October 2 and 3rd, we are having a Marriage Retreat...We will announce the details for this on Sunday also...Mark these days on your calendars...and plan for a babysitter, so we can have a great weekend...Growing in our marriages, and growing closer to our God....

See you on Sunday...

Update...

2008-05-14T17:57:00.001-07:00

We have been meeting together as a department for the past 10 or so weeks, and it is hard to keep up with all of the prayer requests....so I apologize for the lack of updating...=)

We are having AWANA games for our SS class on Saturday May 17....at 5:30 in the gym at church...so be sure to be there...Bring the kids and be prepared to have a great time!!! Bring $5-10 depending on how many show up to help us pay for the pizza...Going to be LOTS of FUN!!

YMCA Game Night

2008-04-19T19:44:00.000-07:00

We had a great time Friday night at our Game night...We played Win, Lose or Draw...and it was a blast...We missed you guys that couldn't make it...It was so much fun, we may have to do it again sometime....

Try to go ahead and mark our next event on your calendars...The AWANA games...We are going to play the AWANA games...Great fun...Susan Alderson is going to be our coach...So be ready...The date is listed on upcoming events section of the blog...See everyone tomorrow....

Game Night in 2 days!!

2008-04-16T11:49:00.000-07:00

Our game night is this Friday at the Allen's...Get a sitter, and come prepared to have a great time!!! We have a great game planned, and of course some good friends and food!!! Bring a finger food, and a 2-liter...and come prepared to have a good time!! See you Friday...Email me if you need directions....

Sunday April 6, 2008

2008-04-09T06:57:00.000-07:00

Praises
1. Ian's doing much better in school
1. Men's Retreat

Prayer Requests
1. Brent and Bridgette Whitmore both had aunt's that had strokes this past week...Please remember them both in your prayers this week....

Important Information

A couple of things that were mentioned in Sunday School this past week....

The upcoming Game Night--it will be at the Allen's house...Get a babysitter for this one...We have a great night planned...Bring a finger food, and come ready to have some fun!!!

Also, Andrew mentioned that we are in great need of representative's from our YMCA department in the Visitation that is going out on Monday nights...If at all possible, try to find time to fit this into your schedules....It is a commandment.

“All authority hath been given unto me in heaven and on earth. Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world” (Mt. 28:18-20 ASV).

Special Prayer Requests

2008-04-09T06:45:00.000-07:00

I recieved this email from Susan Alderson this morning....

"Please add Emily Adams to your prayer lists. Emily is the daughter of a good friend of mine. She is a vibrant, spunky, beautiful 17 year old that is a force to be wreckoned with on the soccer field. She just found out she has mild Displaysia (sp?) that could possibly turn into cervical cancer. The doctors have chosen to monitor her instead of the freeze treatment right now, as they say the more times they use that treatment, the less likely she will be able to have children later on in life. When she found out in the beginning, her only concern was her ability to have children. She is very good with kids---they love her. Jaden (my 5 year old) says that Emily is "his girlfriend". Pray for her mother, Angie. She has been through a lot with both her girls in the past 3 years. Her younger daughter, Katie--age 11, was diagnosed as a pre-diabetic and also has alopecia. Angie has been strong for her girls on the outside, but I know that she is an emotional wreck on the inside. Please pray that our Wonderful Lord and Savior will work in Emily & Angie's life and this medical condition. God is Good All the TIME!!!"

I also recieved the following email from Jennifer concerning Jayme Clymens' aunt, Barbara Pliler . Please remember this family in your prayers today....

"I just received a call from Tommy, he said that Jayme asked that we lift up her Aunt Barbara (she lives here and attends our church) in prayer. She was taken to the hospital this morning by ambulance with chest pains.

Please remember Barbara and her husband Rodger in your prayers this morning.
Barbara is just like a Mother to Jayme....so please lift Jayme up in prayer also."

Erin Page

2008-03-12T04:04:00.000-07:00

Erin Page passed away last night at approximately 9:10 pm...Please remember this precious family in your prayers this week, as the face one of the most difficult things they have have ever faced....the loss of child...I am deepley saddened as I post this morning....I do not know this family personally, but they have touched so many lives...

Special Prayer Request

2008-03-11T17:49:00.000-07:00

Please remember Erin Page's family as they face the desicion of taking her off the ECMO machine....

Upcoming Social

2008-03-10T08:58:00.000-07:00

James and I didn't have a big enough turn out to go Snow tubing...so we are going to just schedule another Volleyball night...I will post the date later this week...We want everyone to come out for this one, because we can have some serious fun with a volleyball game, and some food!!! Date to be announced......

Christian Growth

2008-03-10T08:56:00.000-07:00

Our Sunday School class is participating in the Christian Growth class together with a few other classes...Be sure to attend these classes, they are going to be great for helping us understand the basics behind our church beliefs, baptism, ect. We are 2 weeks in, so be sure not to miss a class...it will be going on for 13 weeks....See you Sunday....

We are Building!

2008-03-10T08:54:00.000-07:00

We had a meeting last night at church with the architect that has drawn up the plans for our building project...The building plans were discussed and it was voted on...92%...So we are going forward with the project..God is good...Please be much in prayer as we begin this awesome step for our church....

Sunday, March 9, 2008

2008-03-10T08:51:00.000-07:00

Praises
1. Daniel and Tina closed on their house

Prayer Requests

1. Erin Page (continually doing better)
2. Bruce traveling home from New Zealand
3. James working overtime, his safety
4. Ian in school
5. Kurt continuing to do well after his surgery
6. Our church as we begin building....

Special Prayer Request

2008-02-19T12:51:00.000-08:00

I recieved this email from Sarah this morning....

When you get this email, please pray immediately for my niece’s half-sister, Erin. I know many of you have been praying for her already. She is the 14 year old girl that has been in ICU at Holston Valley.

Kevin’s mom just talked to Morgan (our niece) and she said one of Erin’s lungs had collapsed this morning and they had to put in a chest tube. They are taking her for emergency surgery and then flying her to Vanderbilt if she is stable enough. The plane is already on the way. None of the family will get to fly with her but her parents, grandmother and Morgan will be driving.

I know this family will appreciate your prayers.

On another note, my cousin’s 8 month old son, Asher, is doing a little better. They were able to take him off of the ventilator this morning. Keep praying for him too.

Special Prayer Request

2008-02-15T05:37:00.001-08:00

I recieved this email from Sarah Murdock this morning...Please remember this family in your prayers.....

"Mother, Katie, is my cousin. Please pray for Asher.
Sarah

Hi Everyone--

Please remember my nephew Asher (8 months old) and his parents Katie and Dusty in your prayers over the next few days.

Asher has developed a severe infection in his lungs and is on a ventilator at Holston Valley Hospital in the Pediatric ICU. The doctors have advised us that the next 24 hours are very critical for him. He had a broncoscopy today, which was a procedure to try to clear out some of the congestion from his lungs. He is sedated as they try to keep all his vital signs under control. He had a very stressful time tonight with from about 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., as his vital signs were in serious condition--extremely high heart rate and respirations.

At this point, the doctors have advised it will be 24-48 hours until they know exactly what type of infection he has. Until then, they are trying to keep his breathing under control and have him on a broad spectrum antibiotic and sedation medications.

I'll send an update as soon as I have more information.

Lots of prayers please!!

Suzanne"

A Couple of Special Prayer Requests

2008-02-12T06:43:00.000-08:00

Jennifer sent this prayer request to me...it was sent to her by one of her good friends....

"My cousins 2 year little boy was diagnosed yesterday with a brain tumor. His name is Keegan Callaway. His Mom is Brittany Callaway. Brittany and Keegan are flying to Memphis TN today. He will have a biopsy on Friday and possibly surgery on Friday. They said the tumor is a very large, fast growing and that it covers most of his cerebellum. The cerebellum controls yours balance and sight. They believe that by the size and because of the fast growth that it is malignant cancer. He will likely have to have chemo treatments. They also said that he will likely have lasting effects in his eyes and his stance from the tumor. He began having trouble on Monday with balance and couldn't walk on Tuesday. Those were the first signs of any trouble. Please pray for complete healing for this little fellow and strength for his young Mommy. His Mommy also has a 4 week old little boy who was born 5 weeks early and spent 2 weeks in the NICU unit in JMH. Keegan spent the first week of 2008 in JMH with pneumonia"

This one is from Tanja Moody...
"Danny Duncan's 91-year-old grandmother, Ruby Frye, fell last night and broke her hip. She’s at Holston and will likely undergo surgery. This is going to be a tough day for the whole family, especially Taylor and Tyler"

Also remember Daniel and Tina this morning as Bryson is having surgery..He is having his tonsils and adenoids removed....

Please remember all of these families in your prayers this week...God Bless...

Sunday, February 3, 2008

2008-02-04T12:04:00.000-08:00

Praises

Bicki had her baby
Clean up went well
Hunter doing better-had walking pneumonia
Friend of Jamey Mckay

Prayer Requests
Cade-Walking Pneumonia
Casey-2 unspoken
Larry Graham-Robin Dill's dad, blood in urine-having tests done
Rita and James Allen (James' parents)
Jessie Mae starting chemo/radiaton
Our Church/Pastor
Tracie McKay's mother having procedure
Jamey McKay-unspoken
Kevin and Christy-Home search
Financial Peace-pray for Bruce as he teaches this course
Tina and Daniel Horne-unspoken, house situation
Susan Alderson's niece-Jaelyn, was hospitalized this past week for severe asthma

Special Prayer Request

2008-01-27T05:39:00.001-08:00

Please remember James' mom. She was admitted into the hospital again yesterday morning. They think she may have had a second stroke. Thanks so much for your prayers. Will update if we hear anything else.

Sunday, January 20, 2008

2008-01-27T05:36:00.001-08:00

Praises

1. Steve Alderson feeling much better

Prayer Requests

1. Emily School
2. Hite's looking for a house
3. Ian and his schoolwork

Financial Peace University Starts Feb. 5th.
13 week class
$75 for church members
If interested in helping with childcare, contact Bruce Moody

Volunteers Needed

2008-01-14T19:04:00.001-08:00

The Financial Peace University is coming up in the next few weeks. . . Bruce asked for volunteers for child care during this course. If you are not planning on taking the class, consider volunteering to help with the childcare, so others will be able to take it. Thanks so much. Contact Bruce or Tanja Moody if interested. . . .

Sunday January 13, 2008

2008-01-14T18:59:00.000-08:00

Prayer Requests

1. Bryson Horne-Praise and Prayer Request-Found out why he has been having a fever-related to his tonsils

2. Daniel and Tina and their house situation

3. Kevin Hite-sick possibly pleurisy

4. Ian and school-struggling academically

5. Emily and school

6. Scott Fletcher starts new job on Monday. Good Luck Scott!!!
Gary Mill's-Scott's coworker

7. Lisa Salyer's dad-throat cancer (Cassie's coworker)

8. James unspoken

9. Jason Doran's Grandmother-broke her hip-in rehab-continue remember her.

2008 is Here!

2008-01-10T11:52:00.000-08:00

Hope everyone is having a wonderful New Year. . . James and I are working on an uncoming social. . .So stay tuned. . . Love you guys!

Sunday December 30, 2007

2008-01-02T07:21:00.000-08:00

Praises

1. Susan doing well after surgery. Goes back to work on the 14th.
2. Youth had a good trip this weekend
3. Bridgette's grandmother had a few fall's but is doing well
4. Morelock family is healthy.

Prayer Requests

1. Kevin's grandmother
2. Scott and Vicky Alderson, lost mom and dad
3. Scott traveling, and unspoken
4. Cassie's co-worker, Lisa Salyers, dad has throat cancer

Financial Peace University

2007-12-20T13:15:00.000-08:00

Starting Tuesday, Feb. 5, Sunnyside will be offering Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. This 13-week course will be held each Tuesday until May 13 (except for March 25, which is Spring Break) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This study gives scriptural references for being debt-free, but also common sense approaches to attaining that goal. To sign up, attend one of the following two free preview sessions:
Sunday, Jan. 13, at 4:30 p.m. in Room 210 and
Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 6:30 p.m. (either in the sanctuary or Room 210)
Both will last about an hour. Jan. 22 is the deadline to sign up.
Childcare will be provided (I’m working on that, so if you’re not interested in the course but can serve in the childcare realm, call me at 323-3186.).
What I need from each of you is to spread the word. This will be advertised in local papers and on radio stations. Our pastor means for this to be a great outreach opportunity. Word-of-mouth advertising just can’t be beat, so please pass this on to anyone who you think might be interested.
Bruce is going to lead the study. If you know my husband well, you know that being debt free is his God-given passion.
If you have any questions, just call.
Thanks,
Tanja

Sunday, December 16th

2007-12-17T17:08:00.000-08:00

Praises

1. Nicole found the cause of her headaches. They have black mold in their house, but are moving this month.
2. Christmas party
3. Moody's had safe trip
4. Unspoken Praise
5. James mom home
6. Susan's surgery went well, she is home
7. Duffer's uncles surgery went well.

Prayer Requests
1. Emily
2. Christy unspoken
3. Wallen's house situation
4. People in the midwest--ice storm
5. Church direction
6. Bruce-teaching Financial Peace-first of February
7. Jessie Mae Richardson -Surgery Thursday the 20th

Christmas Party

2007-12-12T17:17:00.000-08:00

We had a great time at our class party. . .Thanks to everyone who made it so easy on James and I this year. A special thank you to Sarah and Kevin Murdock for picking up all of the food and getting everything ready. . .and to Christy Hite for helping get my house cleaned. . .

Our Sunday School class is such a blessing to James and I. We just wanted to tell you guys how much every one of you mean to us. Thanks for all of the things you do that make our class what it is. . We truly appreciate all of you. . .Love you guys. . and Merry Christmas!!!!!

Christmas Party Update

2007-12-06T09:13:00.000-08:00

Remember everyone that our Christmas party is this Sunday night after church. It is being catered by Food City-the cost is $10 per couple, for those of you who haven't paid yet. We do have childcare provided and it will be in the gym at church. We do ask if you plan on using the youth for childcare that you give them a donation. They have been kind enough to do this for us, so we want to make them feel appreciated. Also, bring a $5 Christmas gift per person for us to play our annual "exchange game". Looking forward to seeing you all there. It is at James and Cassie's house--if any of you need directions-feel free to give us a call. One more thing-if you signed up to get anything for our family that we have adopted-bring your gifts to the party and we will get them to the Salvation Army. Thanks so much guys--We love you ALL! Have a great week.

Prayer Requests

2007-12-05T19:39:00.000-08:00

Please remember James' mom tonight. She was taken to the ER about 9:10 or so. They think she may be having a heart attack. Thanks for your prayers.

Sunday, December 2, 2007

2007-12-05T06:26:00.000-08:00

Praises

1. Brandon is home
2. Hunter's Birthday
3. Greta's dad is home and doing well, medications changed
4. Ted's brother safe

Requests

1. Lisa Davenport's uncle/Cancer
2. Sandy Calhoun recovery from surgery
3. Horne's selling their home
4. Family friend passed away
5. Christy 2 unspoken
6. Tanja's mom/traveling next week going back home
7. Susan's surgery next Tuesday
8. Norman Caldwell
9. Nicaragua mission team safe and sound
10. Cindy Akard pregnant
12. Bicki's pregnancy
13. Bruce unspoken
14. Micheal Fox's mom-Nancy. She went back to the doctor and found out she is completely deaf in her left ear there is nothing they can do, aside from a Cochlear Implant.
She is having a hard time dealing with it mentally and with the inconvenience of it.

Sunday, November 25th

2007-11-29T05:13:00.000-08:00

Praises
1. James' mom and dad got out to enjoy Thanksgiving
2. Kellie and Chris' Anniversary

Prayer Requests

1. Duffer's Uncle Don having brain surgery this week
2. Brandon T. go cart accident
3. Christy-2 special unspoken
4. James' sister, Renee
5. Sarah-unspoken
6. Daniel and Tina-unspoken
7. Ryan Searby and blessings for his staff worker
8. Church
9. Pastor

Christmas Mission Project

2007-11-24T20:08:00.000-08:00

I wanted to post this information on the blog concerning the family that we have adopted as a class for Christmas. This is the information that Sarah has gotten for us. Please let Sarah know what you decide to get so we can make sure that those items get marked off of the list. Hope everyone has a great weekend. We will pass this list around in Sunday School on Sunday.

YMCA II CHRISTMAS
OUTREACH PROJECT
SALVATION ARMY ADOPT-A-FAMILY

Kayla – age 11

Dress – size 14 ___________________
Shirt/Blouse – size 16 ___________________
Coat – Large ___________________
Jeans – size 14 slim ___________________
Shoes – size 8 ½ ___________________

*Toy wish – Bratz ___________________
Playstation 2 game ______________
*Favorite color – purple

Karla – age 9

Dress – size 12 ____________________
Shirt/Blouse – size 14 ____________________
Coat – Large ____________________
Jeans – size 12 slim ____________________
Shoes – size 7 ½ ____________________

*Toy wish – Bratz ____________________
Gameboy ____________________
*Favorite color – blue

Salvation Army does not buy clothing for the parents, but does suggest a small gift for each of them along with gas/grocery cards, etc.

If you would like to give money, I will make sure all of the above gifts have been bought and then use the remaining money for a grocery card.

Money ______________ _______________
______________ _______________
______________ _______________
______________ _______________

Gifts and money must be turned in by Sunday Dec. 9th. You can bring them to SS or to the Christmas party. Salvation Army says gifts are to be unwrapped!!!!

Prayer Request

2007-11-19T16:34:00.001-08:00

As many of you know, Greta's dad, Gary Clark passed out at church last night. He is doing better, but had another small episode today. Please remember him over the next month. They have told him that he can't drive or work while they are trying to determine a treatment plan. Left this family up in prayer this week.

Christmas Project

2007-11-19T09:03:00.001-08:00

We have decided to adopt a family this Christmas. Sarah was able to contact the Salvation Army and got us a family that we can help out during this Christmas season. She has the information and is going to email it to me. Just wanted to let you guys know if you will be out shopping this weekend. Contact Sarah Murdock for details.

A Couple of Prayer Requests

2007-11-19T08:54:00.000-08:00

Jennifer emailed me this morning and asked that we remember her friend, Marva's aunt--she is in kidney failure and has melanoma. This family has been through alot in the past few weeks. Please remember them during this time.

Also, Sarah and I have a co-worker, Alaina Persinger, that is 25 weeks pregnant. She had to have an emergency c-section this morning. Please remember this baby,and her mother. The baby is NICU, and stable. Just say a prayer for these 2 families this morning.

Hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.

Meal Ministry Coordinator

2007-11-18T13:12:00.000-08:00

Nicole Wallen has volunteered to be the Meal Ministry Coordinator for the YMCA departement. Jennifer has moved into a teaching role, and was unable to keep up with this position. Nicole gladly volunteered to help us out with this important ministry in our classes. We want to thank Jennifer for doing such an AWESOME job for the past few years. And also thank you Nicole for being willing to take this on.

Sunday, November 18, 2007

2007-11-18T13:04:00.000-08:00

Praises

1. Great time at Chili Cook-off
2. Hunter killed his first deer yesterday

Prayer Requests

1. Emily's coach
2. Nicole's Headaches (having house inspected)
3. Duffer's uncle Don Watterson-Cancer came back-going to have to have surgery
4. James mom-stroke and diaylsis-having a hard time
5. James sister, Renee
6. Hubert Martin's Niece-Debbie Flood, cancer
7. Kevin Hite's grandmother-falling
8. Christy special unspoken
9. Church vision
10. Pastor
11. Alderson's traveling this weekend
12. Susan's surgery on 12/11/07
13. Daniel and Tina unspoken
Please remember to lift each other up in prayer this week. . Hope everyone has a wonderful week. God bless. . .

New Christmas Party Date

2007-11-14T19:52:00.000-08:00

We have finally decided on a date for our Christmas party. We had so many conflicts with the previous date. We decided on having it Sunday night after church on December 9th. That is the night of the children's program, so everyone should be planning on attending anyway. It is going to be at James and Cassie's house from 7(whenever church is over) until around 9:30 or 10. We are planning on having it catered, so we will be asking for a deposit for this during the next 2 weeks. Of course we will do our Christmas Ornament Exchange game. . .It's tradition you know! We are also checking into getting some of the youth to help us out with childcare--for those few hours. We could give them donations for their "services" and maybe order them a couple of pizzas--they would be glad to do it. I am going to talk to a couple of ladies about this tomorrow. . .and see what we can get worked out for childcare. . . Hope to see everyone at the party!!!

Sunnyside's New Website

2007-11-14T12:16:00.000-08:00

Be sure to check out our church's new website. It is really impressive. . .Be sure to check out the children's classes. . you may see some pics of someone you guys know!! I love the pic of our YMCA class--you can see James' bald head. . Hee hee. . and Kevin looks great in his teaching mode. . .Just wanted to let you all know about it. . .Be sure to check it out!

www.sunnysidebaptistchurch.org

Christmas Party

2007-11-12T20:05:00.001-08:00

We have had numerous conflicts with our date that we selected for the Christmas Party. James and I talked to the people that were in class on Sunday asking everyone if it would be possible to have our party on a week night. We want to make it where as many people that can go will be able to. James is going to give everyone a call this week to see what you guys might think about it. It was decided that we are only doing a class party--not a department party--so it will be smaller than usual. . . Let us know what you guys think. Feel free to comment here on the blog--talk to you all soon. . .

November 11, 2007

2007-11-12T19:56:00.000-08:00

Prayer Requests

1.Emily Hite-unspoken
2.Kevin Hite-unspoken
3.James mom-surgery on Tuesday
4.Cade-goes to the doctor on Tuesday for stomach problems
5. James' Sister Renee going through a divorce-will be final this month
6. James' unspoken
7. Susan Alderson has surgery on the 12th of December
--Kristin
8. Metcalf family
9. Chris and Kellie Morelock(Kellie-job situation)
There were lots of prayer requests in our class this week. Please remember to lift each other up in prayer. Hope everyone is having a good week.

Prayer Request

2007-11-07T15:52:00.000-08:00

Unav Godsey passed away today. Please remember Sherry Castle and Larry Overbay--especially, during this most difficult time. Unav was their mother. Thanks so much.

Update

2007-11-07T08:32:00.000-08:00

Please remember Gary Metcalf's family in your prayers. . .His son, Jon, died this morning.

Sunday, November 4

2007-11-04T19:02:00.001-08:00

Prayer Requests
1. Bryson Horne-anemic, and goes for more blood work tomorrow

I hope everyone has a great week. . .

Special Prayer Request

2007-11-03T02:52:00.000-07:00

This is Gary Metcalf's(the chaplain at Holston Valley) son

"Please say a prayer for Jon Metcalf. Jon is a senior at Dobyns-Bennett and plays soccer. His family attends Colonial Heights Baptist Church. Jon fell off a golf cart Monday fracturing his skull and bruising the right front lobe of his brain. He has been in ICU all week. Last night, there was some hope because his eyes were reactive and responsive. However, the last update I received today stated that his blood pressure dropped during the night and the pressure in his brain has caused some damage. "
Please remember this family in your prayers.

Prayer Request

2007-11-02T07:46:00.002-07:00

Please remember Jennifer's friend, Marva. . . Her daughter miscarried 23 week twins this week. Please remember this family in your prayers. . .

Prayer Request

2007-10-31T19:16:00.000-07:00

Recieved this prayer request from Tanja Moody today. . . .
"I talked with Kim Holdway this morning. Her grandfather passed away yesterday. Her mom, in particular, is having a very hard time, as are Kim’s kids. For those that don’t know, the Holdways recently joined a church nearer to their home in Fall Branch, so pray for them during this transitional time as well.
Also, please remember the extended Moody family. Bruce and John’s dads (Roy and Gene) lost their brother this afternoon. Uncle JC has been quite ill on and off for several months but this is still hard on them all. Our church is full of folks this will touch, including the families of Sherry Burgess and Lisa Rowland."

YMCA II Christmas Party

2007-10-26T21:12:00.000-07:00

We have schedule our class Christmas Party for Saturday, December 8th. Be sure to mark this date on your calendars!! Lots of fun will be had by all! Details to be announced. . .

Prayer Request

2007-10-26T11:44:00.000-07:00

I recieved two special prayer request from Jennifer this morning. . . Please remember these precious children in your prayers this week.

"Please remember this little girl and family in your prayers. Thank-you
Jennifer =)"

(Ivory is the one on the left)
"I have a personal favor to ask of you, (knowing your praying people)
My son in law's sister IVORY is 7 years old and this week she was riding her go cart WITHOUT A HELMET, and lost control landing her under a neighbors double wide that didn't have any skirting.
She was stopped by the floor and support beam by her NECK.
She slashed her neck from her ear to her larynx,cutting her thyroid, her juggler was torn slightly causing the blood to drain into her lungs, which then collapsed, she broke her neck, & broke her back.
She was air lifted to MUSC , she has had 1 operation on her lower back and they found her spinal cord to be totally cut.
They have to wait for 2 weeks to operate on her larynx, thyroid and neck. Not knowing until then if her spinal cord is torn at the neck... which will tell to what extent she will be paralyzed.
This little girl is only seven years old and has her whole life to live. I ask you to lift her up to God in prayer.
And if you wouldn't mind adding her to your Church prayer chain, we all know what God can do when we only have Faith and come together in unity .
I have added an attachment of Ivory, she is the little girl to the left, and then one of her in the Hospital, she is such a pretty little girl,this accident just breaks my heart.
Thank you SO much for your time and most importantly... your prayers.
Jan Livingston"

Here is the second prayer reqest:

"Ryan is a first grader at Northwest Elementary and was diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor in 2004 that spread to his brain. Ryan is currently undergoing Chemo and will be returning to St. Jude's on November 14 for a follow-up appointment. To read more about Ryan, please visit his website : www.caringbridge.org/oh/ryanRyan is an amazing little boy and such a fighter! Come and show this little boy the love of Christ as we turn to our Father in prayer! If you are unable to attend, please commit your heart to praying for Ryan and his family. Thank you and we hope to see you there. God bless!*Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6,7"

Birthdays and Anniversaries

2007-10-21T19:15:00.000-07:00

I am going to try and start posting everyone's birthdays and anniversaries for the month on this new "section" of our class blog. I have added 2 new sections--Birthdays, Anniversaries and Upcoming Events. So be sure to check this new column out on our blog. I will be passing around a list on Sunday to get this information from some of our new class members. I hope everyone has a wonderful week. God Bless.

Sunday, October 21

2007-10-21T18:32:00.000-07:00

Praises

1. Piper Whitmore's school situation much better
2. Cassie's co-workers daughter's pregnancy doing well--answered prayer
3. Duffer done with shut down--safe week

Prayer Requests

1. Christy unspoken
2. Chris and Kellie Morelock traveling for work

This morning in Sunday School we mentioned the Chris Tomlin Concert that is on November 15 at Freedom Hall in Johnson City. He is an Awesome Christian singer. James and I are planning on going to this concert and thought it would be a great thing to do together as a class. The tickets are$26.00 in advance and for groups of 15 or larger we can get the tickets for $19.00 each. Let me (Cassie) know if you are interested in going. I will need the money next Sunday, so we will be sure to get tickets for this concert. Here is a song from Chris Tomlin, and this should be an amazing worship experience.

Answered Prayers

2007-10-19T18:38:00.000-07:00

I recieved this email from my co-worker. God is Good. . .

" For all of you who knew about everything going on with Megan, Ryan and the baby THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR PRAYERS! Megan and I were out today before she had to go to work and she got the call from the doctor's office. They said the amniocentesis results were in and that the baby is a NORMAL LITTLE GIRL! The chromosomes came back for a normal little girl, no abnormalities whatsoever. PRAISE BE TO GOD for all he has done and all he will continue to do. This proves that miracles can and do still happen and that the Lord is still answering prayers. Continue to remember all of us in your prayers that everything will continue to go well until this little one gets here in March. Thank each and everyone of you who were praying and had Megan, Ryan and their little girl on their church prayer lists. Please go to church Sunday and let everyone know how much we appreciate the prayers and send up the praises to God for all he has done.

Thank You,
Sonja
(the proud grandma to be)"

Thanks to everyone who prayed for this family.

Prayer Request

2007-10-11T19:08:00.000-07:00

I recieved this prayer request from Susan Alderson today--

" Last year, Cassidy (4-yrs. old) was diagnosed with "coarctation of the aorta". This is basically a narrowing of the aorta which returns blood back from the heart to the lower extremities. As a result, the blood pressure gets higher on one side of the narrowing and lower on the other. When we went for her check-up recently, we found out that her condition has progressed and that it will only get worse as time goes by. We were told that she will need heart surgery, the only question is when. This is quite a change from when she was diagnosed and we were told that her condition could improve, get worse or remain the same. It's scary to think about her having heart surgery. We still believe that God can work miracles and we are praying that God will correct her problem and when we go back in 6-months, we will blow Dr. Teixeira out of the water. Secondly - last week I received a phone call from Cassidy's pediatrician to inform me that they think she also has a blood disorder called Von Willebrand disease. Cassidy will be seeing a hematologist next week for further investigation. Needless to say, Greg and I are on edge at this time and very concerned for Cassidy's health. We still believe that God can work miracles and are asking for prayers for Cassidy in regards to both health issues. Our church had alter prayer this past Sunday for Cassidy. I ask that you remember our daughter Cassidy in your prayers. "

Prayer requests

2007-10-11T18:51:00.000-07:00

Please remember Duffer and Nicole in your prayers. Duffer lost his grandmother this week.

I also recieved this email from a co-worker, Sonya Crowe today--remember this family in your prayers. She is around 20 weeks pregnant.

"Just got back from the doctor and Ryan and Megan have gotten devestating news. Their little girl and our granddaughter probably will not survive. Megan had an amniocentesis done to confirm exactly what is wrong but we are looking at Trisomy 13 and if not that then she does have hydrocephelas. Please keep Ryan and Megan in your prayers as well as the rest of the family. We do know that God can take care of anything so pray that his will will be done but also that everything will come back fine and we will have a healthy little girl born in March even though we know that will probably will not happen. We are putting our trust in the Lord that he will take care of everything."

Prayer Requests

2007-10-10T20:06:00.000-07:00

I recieved this note from Tanya Moody today

"Thanks to everyone who prayed for Bruce’s brother, Bryan, and his wife, Alondra. They had their second ultrasound today, and their little girl is perfectly fine. No problems noted anywhere. It has been a very long 5 weeks for them since their first ultrasound. Our God is good in all circumstances!!"

A Weekend to Remember

2007-10-09T06:01:00.000-07:00

A Weekend to Remember is a conference that is going to be at Meadowview Conference Resort on November 2-4. It is presented by FamilyLife and is supposed to be an amazing conference. The brochure says the following:

" At this conference, you will

-Explore God's prupose for bringin you together in the first place

-Understand the role hardship plays in making every marriage stronger

-Make meaningful progress toward resolving past hurts

-Learn to recognize hidden strengths of your marriage that disguise themselves as obstacles

-Discover a brand new appreciation for your spouse

-Create an individualized plan for a lasting, healthy marriage

-Develop an exciting new outlook for your life together

How will your marriage be remembered? No matter where you are in the process, now is the time to take steps that will make your marriage everything that God intened it to be. A lifetime of great memories begins with a Weekend to Remember."

If anyone is interested in going to this--let James or me know. .We are thinking about going to this on our own--but would love to take a group. It is a little pricey, but I think it would be well worth it. . . If we have a large group the price decreases tremendously. check out the web site at www.weekendtoremember.com

The Great Chili Cook-Off

2007-10-09T05:34:00.000-07:00

We have scheduled our Chili Cook-Off again this year. . .so I guess we can say the 2nd Annual Chili-Cook Off. . . will be on Friday November 16, 2007 in the gym at 6:30. Please bring your BEST chili and be prepared to have some fun! If you don't want to bring chili just bring crackers and/or dessert. Come prepared to have a great time. . Hope to see you there!

Prayer Request

2007-10-09T05:33:00.001-07:00

Please remember Amie Mumpower and her family. They lost her grandfather this past week. Please remember them in your prayers. Have a blessed week.

Sunday, September 30, 2007

2007-09-30T05:30:00.000-07:00

Praises
1. Macey's 8th Birthday

Prayer Requests
1. Amie Mumpower's family
2. Christy Hite unspoken
3. Bruce's Uncle in hospice
4. Our Worship Pastor
5. Youth Pastor
6. Kellie Morelock's mother's friend--David Goldthorpe(has cancer)
7. James unspoken

Sunday, September 23, 2007

2007-09-24T11:28:00.000-07:00

Prayer Requests

1. Continue remembering the Whitehead family
2. Sarah Murdock's stepsister, Allison, broke her leg
3. Christy--special unspoken
4. Bruce will be traveling
5. Our church
6. Tanya's friend, Shannon--her salvation (pray for Tanya also as she witnesses to Shannon)

Hope everyone has a great week. . . If any of you guys that aren't in class, due to teaching, or other reasons--feel free to email me any prayer requests that you would like for me to post. God Bless. . .

Sunday, September 16, 2007

2007-09-18T07:04:00.001-07:00

Praises

1. Steve Alderson's shoulder surgery went well
2. Sarah and Kevin had safe vacation
3. Macey's play went well this weekend
4. Safe Football practices for the kids

Prayer Requests

1. Emily Hite--special unspoken, issues with teacher
2. Cassie and James' friend--Barbara Whitehead's nephew--in motorcycle accident--David
3. Bridgett Whitmore's daughter--Piper and school
4. Chris Morelock--Sick, very dizzy and fatigued, waiting on test results

Remember these prayer requests in your prayers this week. Hope everyone has a great week. Email me anytime--if there is something you would like for me to add. God Bless.

Prayer Request

2007-09-06T18:20:00.000-07:00

I recieved this prayer request from Jennifer

"Continue to pray for Beulah Collier .....she found out yesterday that her condition (COPD) is much worse than the doctors originally thought. She is not doing well.
This is my brothers' (Stevie) mother-in-law."

Prayer Request

2007-08-31T09:17:00.000-07:00

Tanya Moody sent this prayer request to me this morning. . .I thought I would go ahead and post it so we can be praying for this family.

"Please lift up Bruce’s brother Bryan and his wife Alondra in the coming weeks. They had their ultrasound this morning for their fourth pregnancy. This one is another little girl. In six weeks, their OB/GYN wants to run another ultrasound, though, because the baby’s kidneys are enlarged and there are little tumors on the back of her head. Both of these situations are common and may resolve entirely on their own. Bryan is not overly concerned because he feels their doctor is test happy, and if these were super serious, he wouldn’t be waiting six weeks. However, mommies are different. Please pray specifically for peace for Alondra."

Sunday, August 26, 2007

2007-08-26T18:13:00.000-07:00

Praises
1. Bruce's twins Fifth Birthday
2. Warren had a good first meeting with Ryan and his individual support Coordiator

Prayer Requests
1. Warren Searby--Brother in law has hernia
2. Sarah Murdock--Drew and Devin sick
--also remember her step sister and family(house burnt) are moving a rental house this week
3. Christy Hite--2 unspoken
--Emily
--James and Cassie traveling

Sunday, August 19

2007-08-19T13:20:00.000-07:00

Praises

1. Sarah's Stepsister's family's house caught on fire--but they are all safe and doing well
2. James and Cassie's 13th anniversary is Monday August 20th (forgot to mention that in class)
3. Jayden Alderson's 5th Birthday

Prayer Requests

1. Sarah's Family-Pam Weaver and family
2. Steve Alderson's dad is having shoulder surgery this week
3. Ryan Searby-new living situation
4. Kevin Hite's coworkers mother passed away--remember this family
5. Michael and Jennifer as they begin teaching this year
6. Jennifer's brother--Ronnie
7. Duffer's Uncle--Don Watterson
8. Beulah Collier-Jennifer's adopted mamaw--diagosed with COPD

Sunday, August 12

2007-08-12T21:25:00.000-07:00

We gave out our blog site name today in Sunday School. So now we are going to start using it. We had lots of praises and prayer requests mentioned in class today.

Here is a list of Praises---
1. Ian's Birthday
2. Uneventful Back to School
3. Donna Fletcher graduated and recieved and interim position with Kingsport City
4. Sunnyside Softball team recieved the Best Sportsmanship Award
5. Dustin Stapleton doing very well (was diagnosed with epilepsy)
6. Wallen's have found a house
7. Daniel and Tina have possibly sold their house

Prayer Requests---

Hunter Bishop recovering from surgery (is doing well)
Duffer's Uncle Don--brain tumor
Bruce's boss--lost sister
Susan Alderson--traveling, Kristen and her dad
Bridgett Whitmore--remodeling home
Jennifer's brother--Ronnie
Becky Crawford's friend's sister lost 2 1/2 year old daughter in pool accident
Daniel and Tina--house search
Clay Moody had an accident(knocked a tooth out, broken teeth) but is doing well

Be much in prayer for these prayer requests. I am sure that there are some prayer needs that weren't mentioned as well. Be much in prayer for our Sunday School class, our pastor, our church and each other. Have a wonderful week.

Volleyball Night

2007-08-10T14:22:00.000-07:00

We had a Volleyball Night in the gym tonight. . Everyone seemed to have a good night. . Pizza and running in the gym are always a good combination for the kids! Just thought I would share a few pics that I took. . Looking forward to our next social! Bryson loved chasing the ball all over the gym. Tanya
Spencer and Will learning some SERIOUS volleyball skills!!
Bruce perfecting his serve. . . =)
Ian, Clay and James. . .getting ready to play some volleyball. . . .
Tina and Christy

Hello Everyone!

2007-08-09T09:06:00.000-07:00

What a great way to keep everyone updated on what is going on in our Sunday School Class!! A good friend of mine was telling me that their friend's Sunday School class has a blog site to serve as a sort of newsletter. We have attempted to have a newsletter numerous times, with it always not getting "carried on" due to everyone's busy schedules, ect. I hope this will be a great way to keep in touch with everyone. We will list prayer requests, praises, and upcoming socials on our site! Make sure to check it to see what's new for our class!!