Virgil and Wanda Redding

Virgil Redding, a lifelong Port O’Connor resident, and his wife Wanda, who’s been here since 1969, have pulled up stakes and moved way off to East Texas to be near their son Jeremiah and his family.

Virgil and Wanda have been an important part of our community and will surely be missed. Virgil was a member of our Volunteer Fire Department for 33 years, serving at one time as Fire Chief. He was also our Constable for 15 years. He retired after 34 years working for Calhoun County Precinct 4.

Wanda was employed at POC Hardware for 33 years. She seemed to know about everything anyone would need to complete a do-it-yourself job. She will be greatly missed.

We wish Virgil and Wanda the best of luck as they begin building their home in East Texas.

Mrs. Cooley’s VBS Class

Have you ever been in a room with 40 plus children who are standing on their feet and singing at the top of their lungs? Thanks to Candice Stryker and all her hard work, that is just what happened at FBC this past week during VBS. Monday through Thursday, more than 20 volunteers taught Bible study, music, crafts, missions and recreation and served snacks. Thursday evening after VBS, parents, family and friends were invited to a program showcasing their children. The children danced, sang and all enjoyed a slide show. Afterwards, everyone was treated to refreshments in the Fellowship Hall. Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers. You can see all the pictures on Facebook at Port O’Connor FBC VBS/ Children’s Church.

Each year the youth contribute money and food for two different charities. The money goes to South Texas Children’s Home. VBS 2022 collected over $600.00 and an anonymous donor has generously matched that amount! That means that the South Texas Children’s Home will be receiving over $1,200.00 this year. They also donated over 100 food items for the Fisherman’s Chapel Food Bank. Awesome job and a big thank you to all who donated.

The fun is not over yet. Soon the children and youth will be attending camp. June 11, the youth put on a bake sale at POC Hardware to raise money for camp expenses. Another Thank You to all who baked, bought and donated at this event. The cost for each child/youth averages over $300.00. FBC is sending over 20 youngsters to camp this year. These funds insure that everyone who wants to go is able.
Sunday, June 12, was the last day for Phillip Miller to pastor our church. He and his wife, Katrina, will be moving to Copperas Cove, TX, to pastor a new church. Following the morning service, a farewell luncheon was held in the Fellowship Hall. We know that God has big plans for them in their new home.

Sunday, June 26, 6:00 p.m., is our next Birthday Bash Pot Luck in the Fellowship Hall. FBC will be furnishing hamburgers and hotdogs. Please bring a side dish, salad or dessert when you come. Don’t miss all the good food. See you there!!!
We have so many opportunities to worship each week. Sunday at 10:00, we have Sunday School for all ages. Worship services are at 11:00 and 6:00. Tuesday women’s Bible Study is at 4:00 and men’s at 7:00. Wednesday evenings at 6:00 is youth activities. We are waiting to welcome you.

Some Seadrift Stars shone at the June 7th Seadrift Council meeting! Dressed in their scout uniforms and ready to serve, they proudly gave the invocation and led in the pledges to the American and the Texas flags at the council meeting.

They enjoyed meeting the Seadrift Councilmen and the Seadrift Mayor who were present at the meeting, namely: Mayor Elmer DeForest, Councilman Ranier Brigham, Councilman Dale Gaines, and Councilman Kenneth Reese.

Pictured in the front row are (L to R) Mateo Vallejo and Zane Henning who are Tigers in Cub Scout Pack 106.

In the back row are (L to R) Cooper Rodriquez and Cash Shirhall. Cooper is Patrol Leader of Troop 106 at Tenderfoot rank. Cash is Den Leader and, also, has Tenderfoot rank. -Tanya DeForest

The July meeting for Calhoun County Democratic Club will be held Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at the Calhoun County Library, in the community room, 200 W Mahan St., Port Lavaca. Social/potluck is at 5.30 p,m, and the meeting starts at 6 p.m. The August meeting will be on Tuesday August 2, 2022.

The ladies of the POC Service Club stay busy throughout the summer, with their meetings and projects, all of which benefit the POC Community!

Meetings: During summer months, the Service Club meets only the first Thursday of each month- July 7, 2022; and August 4, 2022. If you are interested in joining this hardworking, fun-loving group, please contact one of the ladies listed below. All are welcome!

Warriors Weekend Flags and Cakes: The Service Club was happy to contribute to the activities of Warriors Weekend, and would like to thank Robbie Hawes, Thomas Hawes, Maddie Hawes, Evan Clifton, and Otto Haardt for putting out the Club’s 120 flags down Hwy 185 from the Community Center to FM 1289, and Lea Ann Ragusin and Ursula Price for putting our flags in front of the Community Center. The Club’s ladies also baked 43 cakes for the Warriors and their Families for this wonderful event.

Community Center Sign: The Club has ordered, and is anxiously awaiting the delivery and installation of the new sign for the Community Center. We have not been given a definite arrival date from the manufacturer yet, but are hoping it will be soon.

Palm Tree Replacement: The Club is participating in the “POC Beach Beautification Project”, which consists of individuals, and civic groups who are working with Calhoun County to replace palm trees lost in the 2021 February freeze at Front Beach and on Washington Blvd.

Cookbooks: Back by popular demand, the Service Club will be bringing back the three editions of our Service Club Cookbooks! The first edition had the tan cover, the second edition had the white cover, and the third edition had the blue cover. Cookbooks will be available at our Farmer’s Market Booth as soon as the publisher ships them to us!!

Farmers Market: Please continue to support the Service Club’s Booth at the Farmers Market, held the second Saturday of every month, the next ones being July 9, 2022 and August 13, 2022. We always have a variety of homemade breads and sweets, plants, ceramics, hand crafted items, and soon to be “Service Club Cookbooks“, etc. There’s something for everyone, so please stop by!

Fall Mega Garage Sale: The Club is already preparing for our Fall Mega Garage Sale, and we are happy to accept your generous donations of gently used household, decorative, and kitchen items; small appliances (that are in good condition and working order}; clothing; shoes; toys; children’s and baby items. For your convenience, we have a “Donation Drop Box” located at the front of our Donation Center, which is the building immediately behind the Community Center Pavilion. As always, we greatly appreciate your continued support so that we can keep doing great things for the POC Community!! (Please note that we cannot accept computers, electronics, mattresses, microwaves, or furniture!!) To donate, please contact one of the following Service Club Members:

Alane Haardt- 281-416-6028
Nancy Ladshaw- 830-832-0510
Marie Hawes- 361-676-3093
Nan Burnett- 832-276-5948