DON’T FORGET —- the Ice Cream Social on Saturday, May 14th at 6:30 p.m at the Port O’Connor School. As sponsored by the Lions Club, homemade ice cream and cookies will be served followed by an evening spent playing Bingo. Contact Jim Butler, 237-8053 or Leah Griffin, 550-9624 for further information.

The latest Hoopism at Hurricane Junction: To beer or not to beer; that’s a question? Hurricane Junction is again the tournament headquarters for the Red Fish Tournament starting on the 16th of June.

A Warning: Last month the son of a local resident in the Coastal Loop Area was bitten by a coral snake; evidently it was moving through the grass and other young boys, attracted by its colors, decided to throw rocks at it. Unfortunately, this boy was in the way. Remember the saying re coral snakes: Matching red and yellow kill a fellow. (I hope I’ve quoted this correctly.). I understand that the venom attacks the respiratory system within 8 to 14 hours, and there is no anti-venom available now for this type of snake bite. Do be careful around overgrown grass and weeds at this time as we are in a totally dry and hot spell, and that’s when snakes make their appearance. And also keep an eye out if you’re watering your lawn, and watch your step as snakes will be seeking water.

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The meeting of the Service Club was held Thursday, May 5th at the Community Center at 10:00 a.m.

Speaking to the membership was member, Joyce Rhyne, Editor and Publisher of our local paper, The Dolphin Talk; Ms. Rhyne was there to provide additional information regarding the upcoming Warriors’ Weekend. This event will be held here in Port O’Connor on Friday and Saturday, May 20 – 21 with an anticipation of approximately 300 soldiers in attendance.

Carol Fox, Vice President, informed us that applications are still available for the helicopter service for medical emergencies as provided by PHI. Ms. Fox can provide that information to those interested.

With the resignation of Biddie Hileman as Garage Sale Chairman, a new chairman was needed to fill that position. Although it will be extremely difficult to replace Biddie; she had served as Chairman for a number of years, and her diligence and attention to all details was without par. However, Lydia Strakos has offered to fill that position with the assistance of several members whom she has selected.

An interesting side note re the Garage Sale: Our President, Janet Johnson mentioned that the fund raising by the members of the early Service Club was achieved by the making and selling of fried pies to members of this community. And both Charter members Nancy Childers and Shirley Gordon reminisced about this activity which was done in the small room in the Fire Station. Janet further said that as the members became a little tired of the preparation of the many varieties of fried pies, a new money maker was needed to support the Club’s many projects and she recommended having a Garage Sale, which has been functioning for several years.

We are now on our Summer schedule of holding only one monthly meeting. Our June meeting will be on the 2nd at 10:00 a.m. in the back room of the Community Center. We welcome all interested women to our meetings; call 983-4365 or 983-4733 for further information. After all, you just may meet your neighbor here!

On April 11, the Seadrift Masonic Lodge #1098 distributed 32 dental kits to the First Grade children of Seadrift School.

The kits consisted of toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss and more, to promote good dental hygiene as part of the Masonic child and family program.

The officers in the photo above are: Joe Beaver, Worshipful Master; Mick Query, Senior Warden; Grover Grant, Junior Warden; Ted Gill, Tiler; Royce Smith, Junior Deacon. Pictured also are the teachers of the classes.

Attendees at the Mother’s Day dinner at Fisherman’s Chapel were surprised when “Mariachi Tejano” entered the building singing and playing their instruments. They entertained the diners for an hour and their music was greatly enjoyed by all those present. “Mariachi Tejano” is from Bloomington.

What a Mother’s Day to remember! My mom was not here, but she remains in the hearts of her husband of 62 years and in the memories of her six children and more grandkids and great-grandkids than we can number! Moms are people who are always with us, even after they have gone to Heaven. Before, I enjoyed Mom’s company; now I remember her character. Before, I enjoyed our conversations; now I value the wisdom of her words. Before, I enjoyed the special things she did for me; now I treasure the values she taught me. Before, I wanted to always be with her; now I wish I were more like her. Today, she is no longer with me, yet Mom is still here for me, in different ways, but certainly no less real. “Mom, your touch exceeds your reach, because they stretch across lifetimes and into eternity – I love you!”

Hermano Jessie Alderete preached the Mother’s Day evening service on “Influences”, and challenged our moms to influence their families in favor of eternity with Christ. It was a great message and well received. Following the service, the Spanish ladies of our congregation put together a special fellowship meal. But, the meal was not the main attraction – they brought a Mariachi Band. It was a great time of fellowship in the decorated fellowship area of the Chapel. It helped to make it a Mother’s Day to remember.

Mother’s Day morning service was highlighted by the Reverend Joane McDonough’s fourth message in her series titled, “Bridging the Gap”. We have truly been learning much from her message about how to work with and witness to people from different backgrounds. We believe one day this information will be in book form, and we are getting to hear it first!

We have been enjoying the ministry of Patrick Overton for the past two Wednesday evenings. His ministry concerning “Prayer” has been a great blessing as well as great inspiration to encourage us to not only talk about prayer, but to truly pray. Thank you, Patrick!

All ladies are invited to attend the special ladies meeting each Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. here at the Chapel. The Reverend Joane is teaching the materials found in Robert Magee’s book titled, Search for Significance. This course is an excellent source for teaching personal values. It is a great source for both men and women, but we are designating this class for the ladies.

Have you heard the report about the Easter Sunrise Service yet? There was great singing by the First Baptist Choir, a great message by Pastor Marcos Gohlke, and great refreshments by Cathy Osborn of Cathy’s Restaurant enjoyed by over 400 worshippers! Special thanks to all who help to make it happen on the front beach.

Fisherman’s Bible Institute has completed another year’s study and those who have completed the course will be graduated on May 29 in the evening service. Those who have committed themselves to a systematic study of God’s Word have greatly benefited, and we are looking forward to making that Graduation Ceremony special for them.

The Sea Academy just completed another successful class and is looking forward to their next class scheduled to begin on June 3. All those who desire to get their Captain’s Licenses should call the instructor, Captain Robert, at 361-816-3010, or the Sea Academy at 361-758-6184.

Friday Night Youth is going strong with several new adult volunteers and lots of new kids. There is always food, thanks to a generous benefactor, and games, but the greatest attraction is the new friends that you get to “hang with”! Remember, FNY – each Friday from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., except the first Friday of each month.

We are looking forward to continued ministry from Joane as she continues preaching concerning “Bridging the Gap”. Brother Jessie will be continuing his ministry in both English and Spanish. On May 29, we will host Evangelist Rod Vincent, who has ministered here many times. We are a busy congregation who is always looking for ways to reach out and touch somebody new for Jesus! You will always find a warm welcome at the Chapel, an interdenominational congregation, and you are urged to, “Come, grow with us!”

Jason Akins of Tryon, Oklahoma, with a 29 3/4 inch speckled trout that he caught while fishing with Capt. RJ Shelly in Port O’Connor on May 1, 2011. The fish weighed 8.04 pounds on the scales at Boat House Bait. This fish had a 16 inch girth and had already spawned at least once this season.