Daily Update

Continue in your daily prayers:
Sue Chaffin is in CRMC Room #516; she fell on Wednesday. She had surgery on Thursday for a break in her hip. The surgery went well. Keep her and the family in your prayers.

Richard Lafever is sick with Covid.

Prayer requests for friends of Sondra Carmen: 1) Jimmy McBride, three consecutive strokes, at home with PT, issues remain with use of speech and hands; 2) Bobby Bartlett, passing of his wife Geneva on Christmas Eve while Bobby was undergoing leg amputation below the knee, he remains in rehab and the funeral for Geneva is on hold.

We have an opportunity to show love to one of our members, Anna Hummel, who had surgery on Tuesday, Jan 13. You know Ken could use some help with meals. Please grab a friend & click on the link to bless the Hummel family with something yummy. https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/zgy26d

Jim & Marian Dale requests prayers and cards of encouragement for Weldon Thompson, age 11 of Georgetown, Texas. He recently started the effects of a congenital kidney defect. One kidney has become non-functional and will be removed once blockage is removed from the other kidney. Weldon has also contracted Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and has been very sick. Let’s cover this fine young boy up with fervent prayers, cards, love and get well wishes. Let him know where you are from. His address is: 4555 Highway 195, Georgetown, TX 78633

Phylliss Burton requests prayers for her friend, Donna Robinson, who has a grandbaby due in March that has a hole in his heart and will require surgery at Vanderbilt upon his birth to repair it. Prayers greatly appreciated.

Ronda Stout, niece of Pat Shinsky, is now home recovering. No visitors at this time. Please keep her in your prayers.

Kevin Marengo is dealing with knee issues related to an injury and is currently waiting to be seen by an orthopedic doctor. He would appreciate your prayers.

Brittany Miller, daughter of Charles & Sherry Ratcliff, and the babies are improving. Please remember them in your prayers. Thank you so much for all the prayers and messages for our daughter and her baby girls. We praise God for their daily improvements. Charles & Sherry Ratcliff

Brayden Goolsby (Sullivan family) could sure use more prayers for healing and comfort.

Brenda Turner will have a procedure to get her heart back in correct rhythm on January 23. Please keep her in your prayers.

We extend our sympathy to the family of Reed Baker Caldwell who was born/passed on January 8, 2026. His parents are Drew & Chloe Caldwell. Grandparents are Dan & DeAnne Evans and Mark & Leigh Caldwell. Please keep this family in your prayers and also respect their privacy during this sad time. There is a meal train set up to show our love and support to the Caldwell family. Please only do door drop offs at this time. Thank you for always being ready & willing to love our JA Family Click on the link to sign up: https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/6976gq

Steve Leddy requests prayers for the family of Phil Craighead, who passed away Sunday night. Funeral services will be at 11 am today, January 16th, at Collegeside Church of Christ. Visitation for friends and family will be held on Friday from 9-11 am. at the church until the time of service.

Sympathy to Vanessa (Brendan) Johnson  in the loss of her grandfather, Charbo Trisdale, who passed away on January 10th. He was the great-grandfather of  Max, Bo & Jett Johnson and an uncle of Michelle Mainord. His Service was held on Tuesday.

Sympathy to the family of Mr. David Vaughn, former member. His funeral was held on Monday.
Sympathy to the family of Mark  Edwin Clark, former member. His service was held on Saturday.

Continue in prayer for our shut-ins:
Judy Adams, Ruby Anderson, Rita Ashburn, John Brown, Frances Buckner, Marcia Byrge, Mildred Clark, Louise Flatt, Leon Fletcher, Hazel Holloway, Anne Hubbard, Eldon & Carolyn Leslie, Linda Moore, Janice Parish, Robert & Jean Reeves, Calvin Skinner, Claudine Smith, Mae Stults, Sarah White, Betty Jo Whiteaker, Joyce Whiteaker and Dorisse Yokley.

Thank you: All acts of kindness and love, especially your visits shown to us during Larry Waynes brief hospital stay, has meant so much to us. We Love You, Wayne and Faye Harkleroad.

Cassandra Sexton, mother of Matthew Sims, is moving to a new apartment in Cookeville on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Matthew is requesting assistance to help move his mom's belongings. A trailer will be provided to transport her belongings. If you are interested in helping, please contact Matthew Sims in person or via phone at (715) 919-1026.

Daily Bible Reading: Here's the link to today’s Bible reading: January 16 : Isaiah 34-35 . We encourage you to start the new year with our Bible reading plan! We just started Isaiah so now is a great time to join in. 2025-2026 2-Year Bible Reading Plan1.docx

Odyssey House is a spiritual theatrical walk-through journey hosted by Sycamore Church of Christ. The script is about a college girl who goes through some trials that will test her faith. She is facing a spiritual warfare as the forces of good and the forces of evil are at war for her soul. The dates and times are January 30, 6:30-8:30pm, and January 31, 5:00-8:00pm. There is no cost to attend, but you must call the church office at Sycamore Church of Christ (931-526-5427) to reserve your free tickets. A free meal will be provided on Saturday night. Kevin Daughrity, Family Minister, Sycamore Church of Christ

Upcoming Events:
Sunday, January 18—CA&YA Devo
Wednesday, January 21—Youth WAS
Friday, January 23– Nerf and Nachos 6:30pm– Sign up on the event board
Friday, January 23—WOJA Boards & Blessings– Bring your own board to share at Bingo, Boards & Blessings at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall. Childcare for ages 4 and under provided. Sign up on the WOJA Board to bring a sweet, savory or dip board.
Sunday, January 25– JAYM Devo
Wednesday, January 28-Youth WAS
Friday, January 30– Teacher Appreciation Meal @ Nick’s 6pm—Honoring our 2025 adult and children Bible class teachers. Sign up on the Information Bulletin Board by January 21. Attendance is limited to spouses.
Thursday, February 12--Attention Amazing Ladies Group! Our Valentines luncheon together will be at Nick’s Restaurant in Cookeville. The bus will leave the parking lot at 11:15am. Remember to sign the list on the bulletin board across from the library if you can attend this; our first outing together of the new year. Please remember to indicate if you’ll be riding the bus as well. The deadline for signing up is Sunday, February 8th. Contact Marian Dale if you need assistance.

FOOD PANTRY: items needed: canned items—tuna, pork-n-beans, fruit, corn, green beans, peas, carrots, mixed vegetables, soup; boxed items—spaghetti, potatoes, mac and cheese, cereal, crackers; other items—peanut butter, spaghetti sauce & noodles, egg noodles, dried beans, ramen noodles.
Homeless Bags needs: Bottled waters, Beanie Wienies, Vienna Sausages, Potted Meat, pop-tops preferred, pop-top soup cans, single tuna, chicken packs, Mac & Cheese Cups, Ramen Noodle Cups, Applesauce, fruit cups, Granola Bars, Individual snacks (crackers, chips, etc.). Gift cards from Save A Lot and Walmart. Thank you. Mike & Carol

Attendance—Class/AM/PM—Contribution—Wednesday
1/4/2026          248/441/142            $23,697               220
1/11/2026        254/399/192             $26,218              227
1/18/2026

Birthdays This Week:
Samantha Harold Parker-January 16
Mary Beth Gentry-January 17
Allison Burr-January 18
Rita Ashburn-January 20
Michael Brown-January 22
Brenda Martin-January 22
Benjamin Webb-January 22
Kailyn Stevens-January 23
Kristy Stevens-January 23
Kelly Sullivan-January 23
Dorinda Gaw-January 24
Carol Hart-January 24
Ashton Poindexter-January 24
Daisy Ruth Sims-January 24

Anniversaries For January:
Brian & Pam Carver-January 8—21yrs.
John & Chelsea Rose-January 8—15 yrs
Doug & Mae Fowler-January 9—55yrs.
Charlie & Linda Moore-January 14—59yrs.
Slade & Susan Stroud-January 14—31yrs.
Jack & Cindy Hayes-January 16—12yrs.
Jerry & Holly Myers-January 27—25yrs.
Cody & Hallie Hillis-January 28—9yrs.