Pastor Joane had pulled out all the stops with the planning and decorations, with the help of many servant/leaders. Oh, what fun it is to be 29 again! Recently, the Fisherman’s Chapel Family treated me to a “Roast” complete with some of the greatest stories that warmed my heart greatly! It is so good to have a group of people who love you like you love them. We were treated to a special meal of hamburger steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, with delicious grave! Pastor Steve was the M.C. and had eight (8) speakers lined up! There were tears of joy and sincere appreciation all around. To lengthen the celebration, on Mother’s Day, my sister Ruth Anna and her husband Don came and surprised me during Bible Study. They live in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and I had no idea that they were in Texas, especially not Port O’Connor. I received many beautiful, cherished cards and several gifts from the congregation! It is an honor to serve in such a great church! Thank you, Port O’Connor Community for welcoming us to join your great community! We trust we can continue being a great contributor to each one!
Mother’s Day was also a great day for Pastor Joane and the other ladies of Fisherman’s Chapel. Pastor Joane had her two sons (Monty and Ray) here with their families and one of her two daughters (Vicky) with her family here for a great time of praising the Lord together. Many of our spiritual sons and daughters reach out with well wishes. We followed the morning service with a special meal, with over twenty (20) people present and the food and fellowship were both spectacular! Our older daughter (Crystal) lives in Ohio and could not make the trip, but she and her family were greatly missed! We love our family and friends and always look forward to a time of gathering! Also, Pastor Joane had prepared a special gift for every mom present, and they were a great hit and sincerely appreciated. If we could have a birthday or Mother’s Day celebration every time we meet, it would only enhance our love each for the other.
Pastor Joane continues on our “Route 66” Bible Study – preaching through the 66 Books of the Bible. We are in the Gospel of John and she has been be sharing the “I am’s” of Jesus. It is an exciting and informative series, one that no one will want to miss. I am starting a series on “Church Foundations,” and my first message deals with “Loving Oneself” in order to be able to “Love God” and to “Love Others.” It will take me at least 20 lessons to complete this task, so our foundations will be complete. We trust that everyone will come and bring their Bibles for this very important series! My next message is going to be about the “Word of God.” Holy Scriptures is where we find our foundation for a growing spiritual life – one that will prepare us from eternity with God! Come join us!
Our Retreat Center has been extremely helpful in helping us bring groups to Port O’Connor. We have people, who come literally from many different States to respite here and get recharged for their journey. At the end of the month, everything will be filled with a large university group. They will be learning, relaxing, and encouraging each other and us for several days. We have another group from Bastrop coming in the next few weeks and then still others are trying to get their plans to mix with our facilities so they can come as well. Be sure, when you see a large group of people that look like they are from someplace else that you greet them and make them feel welcome, as is your normal reaction!
Special congratulations to Mrs. Sheryl Haynes on being selected as “POC Teacher of the Year!” Sheryl is loved by many kids, because she was their teacher in years past! She is a vital part of POC and is loved by everyone I know! One kid told me she was thinking for failing the third grade so she could be in Mrs. Haynes class again! We love and appreciate all of our teachers and other school staff members – what a vital part of our community they are! We pray the teachers and staff rest this summer – IT IS WELL DESERVED!
June is Father’s Day celebration at Fisherman’s Chapel. Each man present will receive a gift they will totally appreciate. It will be similar to previous year’s gifts, but totally different! We sincerely appreciate Captain Marty for his generosity for the past many years and look forward to seeing him often at Marty’s Landing for excellent food!
Fisherman’s Chapel is an interdenominational congregation – meaning that we are simply Christians without tags! One will always find a warm welcome at our Sunday Services – 10 AM – Bible Class; 11 AM – Morning Service; and 6 PM – Evening Service. We enjoy a fellowship meal at 7 PM each Wednesday, which is followed by a time in the Word. Everyone is urged to, “Come, Grow With Us!”
