News
June 18 Announcements
Lyndell Baker is dealing with some healh issues
Sharon Eppes (Rickey Eppes’ Wife) her only remaining
kidney is functioning at 20%.
Rita Stiles is improving but still in need of prayers
Acacia May (Becky Rice) has been diagnosed and they
are trying to treat her ailments with medication right
now
Donnie & Janice Wright are recovering from surgery
Judy & Tony Beard have not been feeling well
Herbert Bradly passed away and his services were last
week
Darryl Fisher (friend of Staudingers) had a stroke and
they discovered some other unknown health issues.
Meredith Harrison is recovering from surgery and undergoing
treatments
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed
with cancer
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist this month
June 11 Announcements
Lyndell Baker is dealing with some healh issues
Sharon Eppes (Rickey Eppes’ Wife) her only remaining
kidney is functioning at 20%.
Rita Stiles is improving but still in need of prayers
Acacia May (Becky Rice) is still dealing with health issues
Donnie & Janice Wright are recovering from surgery
Judy & Tony Beard have not been feeling well
Herbert Bradly has been moved to hospice care
Sandra Higgins has been dealing with sever
Lynn Burton is home
Patsy Smith (John Ashcraft’s sister) passed away, services
were last Monday
Meredith Harrison is recovering from surgery and undergoing
treatments
Mignon Griffin tweaked her back when she bent over
to pick something up
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed
with cancer
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist this month
June 4 Announcements
Remember the family of Linda Bates
Lyndell Baker is dealing with some healh issues
Sharon Eppes (Rickey Eppes’ Wife) her only remaining
kidney is functioning at 20%.
Rita Stiles is improving but still in need of prayers
Acacia May (Becky Rice) received a diagnosis Friday
Lynn Burton is in Rehab in Sherwood, AR
Patsy Smith (John Ashcraft’s sister) passed away
Meredith Harrison is having surgery to remove cancer
on May 30th.
Mignon Griffin tweaked her back when she bent over to
pick something up
Keith Major (Jason Meier’s friend) passed away
Colton Stults passed away after a tragic hiking accident
The Coon family lost their home in a house fire, and
Eric (the son) was injured and is in Children’s in Little
Rock
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed
with cancer
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist this month
may 28 announcements
Remember the family of Linda Bates
Lyndell Baker is dealing with some healh issues
Sharon Eppes (Rickey Eppes’ Wife) her only remaining
kidney is functioning at 20%.
Rita Stiles is improving but still in need of prayers
Acacia May (Becky Rice) is waiting on surgeries, so she
is still in pain
Lynn Burton is in Rehab in Sherwood, AR
Philip Colvin had two stints put in for heart blockage
and is at home recovering.
Meredith Harrison is having surgery to remove cancer
on May 30th.
Menon Griffin tweaked her back when she bent over to
pick something up
Remember the Youth and recent graduates w/ all the
upcoming Summer activities and travel.
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed
with cancer
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist in June
May 21 Announcements
Lyndell Baker is dealing with health issues, but has improved
Sharon Eppes (Rickey Eppes’ Wife) her only remaining
kidney is functioning at 20%.
Tammy Lloyd’s heart surgery was successful!
Bernice Adcock is at Drew Memorial
Linda Bates is in the nursing home and had issues with
her sugar levels. Remember Ione in your prayers, also.
Rita Stiles is not doing well.
Continue to remember the family of Ben Nichols, who
passed recently - They continue to grieve with the loss
Marie Wooten broke her hip and leg
Acacia May (Becky Rice) is meeting with a neurosurgeon
- surgery is very likely
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed
with cancer
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist in June
May 14 Announcements
Lyndell Baker is dealing with health issues, but has improved
Sue Woodard has improved
Marie Wooten broke her hip and leg
Acacia May (Becky Rice) is meeting with a neurosurgeon
- surgery is very likely
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed
with cancer
Christine Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s mother) is not doing
well
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with
pregnancy
Linda Bates is not doing well, and in need of prayers.
Remember Ione in your prayers, also.
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist in June
May 7 announcements
Winnie Roberts passed away this past Monday
Ben Nichols passed away this past Tuesday
Lyndell Baker is dealing with health issues, but has im-proved
Sue Woodard has improved
Marie Wooten broke her hip and leg
Acacia May (Becky Rice) is dealing with herniated discs
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed with cancer
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with pregnancy
Linda Bates is not doing well, and in need of prayers. Remember Ione in your prayers, also.
Ainsley Barnett received good news from her tests!
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist in June
April 30 Announcements
Cheryl Shirey passed away this past Monday evening
Kent Measel (Fern Baker’s uncle) passed away
Lyndell Baker is dealing with health issues.
Kay Tomberlin (Larry Fisackerly) is recovering from the removal of a brain tumor.
Ben Nichols is currently in UAMS and in need of pray-ers.
Sue Woodard is struggling with double pneumonia
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed with cancer
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with pregnancy
Linda Bates is not doing well, and in need of prayers. Remember Ione in your prayers, also.
Ainsley Barnett will have tests on May 1st.
Noah Draper (Linda Forest, Ray & Kathly Linder) is de-
ployed to Germany for 11 months
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist in June
April 23rd Announcements
Sue Woodard is struggling with double pneumonia
Cheryl Shirey is at Baptist in Little Rock having issues breathing and swallowing.
Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed with cancer
Mike Beard is home recovering from surgery
Rita Stiles fell at home.
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with pregnancy
Linda Bates had a rough week as in need of prayers
Ainsley Barnett will have tests on May 1st.
Janet Staudinger was bit by a snake.
Bryant Satterlee (friend of Monte Meier) passed away
Cory Gray has been diagnosed with cancer
Noah Draper (Linda Forest, Ray & Kathly Linder) is de-ployed to Germany for 11 months
Benita Forrest will meet with a specialist in June
Candace Carter
April 16 Announcements
Sue Woodard is struggling with double pneumonia
Cheryl Shirey is at Drew Memorial doing rehab and
dealing with pneumonia
Mike Beard is home recovering from surgery
Rita Stiles is in the hospital and is in need of prayers
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with
pregnancy
Chasidy Whitney (friend of Ruby Baker) is having heart
surgery.
Margaret & Roger Harris are in need of prayers.
Benita Flemister fell and broke her wrist
Larry Flemister is in the hospital
Linda Bates’ is now at home with her niece but still in
need of prayers
Benita Forrest continues to have issues with ulcers
Candace Carter will have tests in April.
April 9 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in need of prayers, but he was able to go home
Cheryl Shirey is currently in rehab.
David Wilson received his test results and will have to see a specialist.
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with pregnancy
Chasidy Whitney (friend of Ruby Baker) is having heart surgery.
Mrs. Yolanda (per Ruby Baker) had a
Margaret & Roger Harris are in need of prayers.
Verda Schell passed away
Benita Flemister fell and broke her wrist
Linda Bates’ is now at home with her niece but still in
need of prayers
Benita Forrest continues to have issues with ulcers
Candace Carter will have tests in April.
April 2 Announcements
Sophia (Rusty & Lori Rabb’s granddaughter) is dealing
with some issues
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain
that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on
his brain.
Tammy Lloyd is having heart surgery
Ainsley Barnett is home but is still in need of prayers
Cheryl Shirey has been moved to rehab
Kelly Koonce will be doing rehab for some health issues
Janet and John Staudinger are getting over strep
David Wilson had a CT scan on his liver on Mar. 30
Chad Lloyd is having back issues
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with
pregnancy
Linda Bates’ is now at home with her niece but still in
need of prayers
Benita Forrest is having issues with ulcers
Candace Carter will have tests in April.
March 19 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on his brain.
Ainsley Barnett is in Children’s in Little Rock recovering from surgery.
Cheryl Shirey is recovering from surgery and an addi-tional procedure.
Gabby Tucker (Fern Baker’s friend) is on bed rest with her pregnancy
Joe Spinaugle is at home recovering from COVID.
Denon Weaver is having some tests done - pray for pos-itive results
Walter Stiles was in the hospital to get some medica-tions lined out.
Linda Bates’ is now at home with her niece.
Brandy Adams (Grace Kerr, Brad Tolbert) was diag-nosed with cancer and will undergo treatment & sur-gery
Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers
Candace Carter will have tests in April.
March 12 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain
that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on
his brain.
Bobby Doshier (Sandra Baker’s father) was released
from the hospital, but is still dealing with some health
issues
Mike Moore (friend of David Wilson) is seeing a neurologist
Denon Weaver is having some tests done - pray for positive
results
Herbert Bradley has been diagnosed with lung cancer
Linda Bates’ is now at home with her niece.
Cheryl Shirey will have surgery March 14th.
Roger Harris will have a procedure on March 15th.
Brandy Adams (Grace Kerr, Brad Tolbert) was diagnosed
with cancer and will undergo treatment & surgery
Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers
Candace Carter will have tests in April.
March 5 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on his brain.
Linda Bates’ has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s; Re-member her and her family as they make decisions for her wellbeing.
Shirley Fisackerly ’s knee surgery went well and she is recovering at home.
Ike Rochell has been deemed cancer free.
Bob Kaiser passed away. Remember his family.
Cheryl Shirey will have surgery March 14th.
Roger Harris will have a procedure on March 15th.
Brandy Adams (Grace Kerr, Brad Tolbert) was diag-nosed with cancer and will undergo treatment & sur-gery
Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers
Candace Carter will have tests in April.
Feb 26 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain
that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on
his brain.
Gwenda Carroll (Fern Baker’s aunt) passed; remember
her family.
Linda Bates’ has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s; Remember
her and her family as they make decisions for
her wellbeing.
Shirley Fisackerly ’s knee surgery went well and she is
recovering.
Megan Dominique passed; remember her family.
Rhonda Sanderlin passed away; remember her family.
Cheryl Shirey met with a surgeon on February 23rd.
Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers
Candace Carter will have tests in April.
Feb 19 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain
that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on
his brain.
Linda Bates’ appointment with the specialist was
moved to February 21st. She is at home with Ione.
Shirley Fisackerly will have knee surgery on February
23rd.
Cheryl Shirey meets with a surgeon on February 23rd.
Margaret Harris was involved in a car accident - but did
not have any immediate injuries.
Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers
Candace Carter received good new. Continue to pray
for positive news in April
Gary Crook is dealing with shingles
Feb 12th announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain
that was surgically removed.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on
his brain.
Linda Bates’ appointment with the specialist was
moved to February 21st.
Shirley Fisackerly will have knee surgery on February
23rd.
Cheryl Shirey met with a surgeon this week
Sue Woodard (Judy Beard’s sister) is having more tests
Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers
Ray Leonard’s daughter, Cindy, had gall bladder surgery
and is at home recovering.
Candace Carter is still undergoing treatments.
Clara Pasley has gone home and is still recovering.
Gary Crook is dealing with shingles
jan 29 announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her brain
that was surgically removed this past week.. There is
a possibility of more surgery and treatments depending
on the results of the tests. Remember her and
her family during this difficult time.
Andy Boykin is still in the hospital treating a tumor on
his brain. Surgery went as well as expected, but he
continues on the road to recovery. His family is appreciative
of the gifts, cards, and prayers. Please
continue to pray for this young man and his family.
Linda Bates has an appointment with a specialist on
January 31. Pray for answers and a plan forward.
Pray for her and Ione.
Shirley Fisackerly will have knee surgery on February
17th.
John & Christine Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s parents)
are still dealing with some health issues
Rick Fagan (Karli Walker’s Uncle) is in the hospital
after having a stroke.
Sue Woodard (Judy Beard’s sister) is not doing well.
Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers
Clara Pasley is in the hospital and recovering
Gary Crook is dealing with shingles
Jan 22 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her
brain that was surgically removed this past week.. There
is a possibility of more surgery and treatments depending
on the results of the tests. Remember her and her
family during this difficult time.
Linda Bates has an appointment with a specialist on
January 31. Pray for answers and a plan forward. Pray
for her and Ione.
Shirley Fisackerly will have knee surgery on February
17th.
John & Christine Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s parents)
are still dealing with some health issues
Tona McKiever had stints put in - pray for her recovery.
Bruce Huffman had stints put in, also.
Sandra Higgins has an infection in each ear.
Joe Spinaugle came home yesterday and will continue
to rehab. Pray for his recovery.
Rick Fagan (Karli Walker’s Uncle) is in the hospital
after having a stroke.
Sue Woodard (Judy Beard’s sister) is not doing well.
Ben Nichols is receiving treatment for bone cancer.
They are not having the same effect as they did in the
past.
Sherry Brown received some concerning news in regards to her heart.
Pauline McCloud had a valve repaired and may need a
pacemaker.
Benita Forrest has improved and is thankful for the
prayers. Continue to keep her and those she cares for in
your prayers.
Kathryn Burton (sister of Gary Crook) is in the Bellvue
Nursing Home.
Winnie Roberts is in need of prayers.
Donny & Janice Wright and family are dealing with
health issues. Donny had gall bladder surgery this past
week.
Jan 15 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her
brain that was surgically removed this past week.. There
is a possibility of more surgery and treatments depending
on the results of the tests. Remember her and her
family during this difficult time.
Linda Bates has an appointment with a specialist on
January 31. Pray for answers and a plan forward.
Shirley Fisackerly will have knee surgery on February
17th.
John Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s father) is at home
recovering.
Bob Kaizer has the flu and is in The Woods nursing
home.
Shirley Kaizer fell, and also had a pacemaker put in
and is at home recovering.
Jay Conley had a stroke, but it was caught and treated
quickly.
Rick Fagan (Karli Walker’s Uncle) is in the hospital
after having a stroke.
Sue Woodard (Judy Beard’s sister) is receiving
blood. Pray that these transfusions are effective.
Ben Nichols is receiving treatment for bone cancer.
They are not having the same effect as they did in the
past.
Keden Shrum (preacher at Rison CofC) is undergoing tests and treatments for a heart condition.
Revel Jackson (Lynn Burton’s Nephew) is home doing
much better. He is grateful for the prayers that were offered
on his behalf.
Sherry Brown received some concerning news in regards
to her heart.
Pauline McCloud had a valve repaired and may need a
pacemaker.
Neil Wilson was involved in an accident involving his
brain. There is a long road ahead, but he is showing some
positive signs of recovery.
Benita Forrest has improved and is thankful for the
prayers. Continue to keep her and those she cares for in
your prayers.
Kathryn Burton (sister of Gary Crook) is in the Bellvue
Nursing Home.
Winnie Roberts is in need of prayers.
Donny & Janice Wright and family are dealing with
health issues. Donny had gall bladder surgery this past
week.
NOTE: if your child, grandchild, niece/nephew, etc.
has any event (ballgame, play, concert, etc.) please
email the details to: preacher.montcofc@gmail.com.
These will be added to the bulletin so we can encourage
them!
Jan 8 Announcements
Sophie Mendez (4 years old) had a tumor on her
brain that was surgically removed this past week.. There
is a possibility of more surgery and treatments depending
on the results of the tests. Remember her and her
family during this difficult time.
Donny & Janice Wright and family are dealing with
health issues. Donny had gall bladder surgery this past
week.
John Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s father) was in the
hospital this past week, but seems to be improving.
Keden Shrum (preacher at Rison CofC) is undergoing
tests and treatments for a heart condition.
Avery Smith broke her arm. Pray for her comfort.
Levi Davis passed away. Pray for this family during
this time.
Revel Jackson (Lynn Burton’s Nephew) is in the
hospital with COVID.
Andrew Miller was in a car accident, and sustained
some injuries that the doctors want to monitor closely.
Steve Morrison lost his mother and father this past
week. Remember him and his family.
Sherry Brown received some concerning news in
regards to her heart.
Jonny Roach lost his son. Remember this family.
Pauline McCloud had a valve repaired and may need a pacemaker.
Ashton Howell’s (coworker of Sarah (Staudinger)
Parker) pathology report came back, and the tumor is
stage 2 benign. No treatment will be necessary. Pray for
her recovery.
Paul Thomas Mowrer was born January 3rd, 2023 to
Adam & Claire Mowrer. He was 6 lbs 5 oz, and 18” long.
Be sure to congratulate them and Paul and Kathy
(grandparents)!
Neil Wilson was involved in an accident involving his
brain. There is a long road ahead, but he is showing some
positive signs of recovery.
Benita Forrest has improved and is thankful for the
prayers. Continue to keep her and those she cares for in
your prayers.
Kathryn Burton (sister of Gary Crook) is in the Bellvue
Nursing Home.
Continue to remember Linda Bates in your prayers and
that answers and resolutions can be discovered.
Sandra Higgins fell and bruised her leg.
John Jeter is still going through chemo, but he is very
appreciative of the cards that have been sent. They put
him in good spirits.
James Baucom (Faye Baker’s brother) had a stroke.
Winnie Roberts is in need of prayers.
Jan 1 Announcements
Bill Easley (Larry Fisackerly) passed away Tuesday, December 20th. The memorial and services are tentatively scheduled for Jan 3rd & 4th, respectively. Remember his family in your prayers. Avery Smith broke her arm. Pray for her comfort. Levi Davis passed away. Pray for this family during this time. Revel Jackson (Lynn Burton’s Nephew) is in the hospital with COVID. Andrew Miller was in a car accident, and sustained some injuries that the doctors want to monitor closely. Sherry Brown received some concerning news in regards to her heart. Pauline McCloud had a valve repaired and may need a pacemaker. Remember Tony & Judy Beard in your prayers. Luke Baker fell and broke his wrist. Ashton Howell (coworker of Sarah (Staudinger) Parker) has been diagnosed with glioma (type of brain tumor). Carolyn Cook had a heart catheter put in on December 1st, and is recovering, and doing well. Neil Wilson was involved in an accident involving his brain. There is a long road ahead, but he is showing some positive signs of recovery. Benita Forrest has improved and is thankful for the prayers. Continue to keep her and those she cares for in your prayers. Kathryn Burton (sister of Gary Crook) has a brain bleed. Remember her in your prayers. Continue to remember Linda Bates in your prayers and that answers and resolutions can be discovered. Paula Wilson is recovering from surgery. John Jeter is still going through chemo, but he is very appreciative of the cards that have been sent. They put him in good spirits. James Baucom (Faye Baker’s brother) had a stroke. Candace Carter is still undergoing treatments and is having a procedure on some of her vertebrae. Winnie Roberts is in need of prayers. SPECIAL HONOR As of Today the 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Grade Class has written and mailed 600 cards to the sick and shut-ins for 2022. This is a wonderful accomplishment that required a lot of work, and has brought joy and comfort to many. These children have been a blessing to us and others. Be sure to let them know you appreciate their work!
Dec 11 Announcements
Ray Leonard is recovering from a procedure he had Friday. It was good to see him back with us.
Carolyn Cook had a heart catheter put in on December 1st, and is recovering, and doing well.
Cooper Parker (grandson of John and Janet Staudinger) has been diagnosed with pneumonia.
Neil Wilson was involved in an accident involving his brain. There is a long road ahead, but he is showing
some positive signs of recovery.
Benita Forrest has a spot on her lung and is having test to determine the severity. Pray her, her situation, and those for whom she is caring.
Sandra Higgins is having a tough time with the loss of her brother. Pray for her comfort.
Linda Bates has a 50% blockage in her carotid artery. She will be at the Woods doing Rehab for a few more days.
Roger Harris is recovering from a bout with pneumonia
Joanna Meier had her wisdom teeth removed.
Kristen Baker has the flu.
DH Forest had a heart valve repaired.
Tommy Haynes (Karli Walker) had knee surgery on December 7th, and is recovering well.
Levi Daris has stage 4 cancer and pneumonia and isin the hospital.
Paula Wilson will have surgery on December 16th.
Candace Carter is still undergoing treatments and is having a procedure on some of her vertebrae.
Winnie Roberts is in need of prayers.
Marty Baker has started treatments, which will continue for the next few months.
Judy Beard has received a diagnosis for a type of eye disease. Pray that the effects of this dis-ease are delayed as long as possible.
Keep Lori Smith’s (Cheryl Shirley) pregnancy in your prayers that she and the baby remain healthy.
Nov 20 Announcements
Ray Leonard is in the hospital with COVID and pneumonia.
Neil Wilson was involved in an accident involving his brain. There is a long road ahead, but he is showing some positive signs of recovery.
Rhea (friend of Fern Baker), Justin billings (husband) & Mason Billings were in a car accident. Mason will bein a wheelchair and Rhea will be having multiple surgeries (the extent of Justin’s injuries are unknown. Rhea’s mom, Leisha Sowheaver, passed away in the accident.
Congratulations to Michelle Bailey (grandmother) and Cheryl Shirey (great aunt) on the birth of Delilah Maeve Bailey (6 lbs 9 oz, 18.5 in long), born October 25th to Cody & Kristen Bailey.
Wayne Upshaw (Sandra Higgins’ Brother) passed away, services were Thursday (11/17).
Opal Crowe passed away
Skip Davey passed Wednesday, (11/16).
J.L. May (Becky Rice) is having eye surgery
Linda Bates is doing much better.
Sawyer Tannehill is bruised after his fall last Sunday
Roger Harris has a chronic cough and is waiting to see a specialist
Benita Forrest has contracted the flu while trying to care for others - this can be a stressful ordeal. Pray for her comfort.
Jacque Davison is fighting a severe sinus infection.
Levi Daris has stage 4 cancer and pneumonia and is in the hospital.
Paula Wilson meets with her doctor on November 23rd discuss the spinal cord stimulation surgery
Eddie Calvert is in the hospital with issues from the previous hospital stay.
Ann Bolden has been battling colon cancer and has been moved to hospice.
Candace Carter is still undergoing treatments and is having a procedure
Winnie Roberts is in need of prayers.
Marty Baker has started treatments, which will continue for the next few months.
Jerry Lawrence has been taken him off the experimental drug - remember his family.
Judy Beard has received a diagnosis for a type of eye disease. Pray that the effects of this dis-ease are delayed as long as possible.
Keep Lori Smith’s (Cheryl Shirley) pregnancy in your prayers that she and the baby remain healthy.