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Dottie West provided the refreshments for the meeting.
November 19, 2021 - The Center Woman’s Reading Club met on Thursday, October 7th at the FUMC fellowship hall.
Dottie West presented her report on The Robe by Lloyd C. Douglas. This is a historical/fiction work. Dottie has always felt that after reading this book, she understood the people during Christ’s time better.
It is the story of the crucifixion of Jesus and was one of the bestselling books of the 1940’s, spending almost a full year at the top of the New Your Times book list. Douglas was a member of the ministry and did not embark on a career as a writer until leaving it when he was fifty-two. His body of work, including short stories and essays, in addition to novels, leans heavily on his religious roots for plots and themes. His inspiration for writing the novel was a woman asked him what happened to Jesus’ garments after the crucifixion. This book was made into a move in the early 1950’s.
Central to the novel is the Roman who won the robe of Jesus at his crucifixion. Some of the characters are historical figures, such as the Roman Emperor Tiberius and biblical characters that are featured include Peter and John.
The importance of the robe of Christ in the novel is not as a relic or powerful artifact, but instead, it is a symbol of the life and message of Christ. Those characters who believe in Christianity in the book are compelled to keep their beliefs private. They live their faith through acts and acceptance of others who may differ with them. Douglas does not attempt to show that Christians are superior, especially with respect to their morality. He simply shows that their beliefs help them achieve a new level of understanding and empathy within themselves.
Guests are always welcome. Please contact the club membership coordinator, Monty Jones, at 936-598-5757 if you are interested in visiting the club.
Submitted by Stephanie Elswick
November 18, 2021 - (Album) - Joaquin ISD hosted their annual Veterans Day program November 11, 2021, in the High School Gymnasium.
The event kicked off with a slideshow of veterans projected at both ends of the gym and was accompanied by music.
The initial welcome was offered by Avery Prnka and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Karoline Oswalt and immediately followed by the Joaquin High School Band presentation of "The Star Spangled Banner."
Shelbi Miller gave a brief history of Veterans Day.
Veterans were then honored with a special presentation by Joaquin Elementary School students. They sang My Dear Country to the tune of London Bridge. Each veteran was given at least one American flag by an elementary student.
Shelby Freeman then read, "The Noble and the Brave," a Veterans Day Tribute.
Braylin Umbrell then provided a microphone to each of the veterans who were present on the gymnasium floor to allow them an introduction. Cullen Freeman then gave a tribute to those no longer with us, which was followed by Taps performed by the Joaquin High School Band.
VFW Post 8904 members present for the event were Larry Hume, Gene Hutto, Newton Johnson Jr., and Kenneth Dickerson. They introduced the winner of the post Patriot's Pen essay contest and the post Voice of Democracy Winner for Joaquin.
Lucinda R. David was the 7th grade student at Joaquin Junior High School and she received a Patriot's Pen medal, check for $100 and a framed certificate presented by Newton Johnson, Jr.
High School student Cullen Freeman was the Joaquin High School Voice of Democracy winner and he received a Voice of Democracy medal, check for $100 and a framed certificate presented by Gene Hutto.
After receiving recognition, Freeman and David each read their essays aloud for the audience.
The Joaquin High School Cheerleaders and Twirlers performed a program accompanied by the Mark Lawrence as he sang Lee Greenwood's God Bless the USA.
The event was closed with Avery Prnka offering a closing prayer.
November 18, 2021 - Timpson Masonic Lodge #437 presented Timpson Elementary students with tooth care kits on Thursday, November 18, 2021, for their Fantastic Teeth Program.
Jesse Maynard, secretary of Timpson Lodge #437, presented the program to Timpson Elementary School and is seen pictured above with elementary school students.
From left: Rotarian Howell Howard, Payne Howard, Pam Howard, Mandy Bass, Chad Bass, Rotary Treasurer Lawrence Davis, Rotary Secretary J.J. Ford, and Rotarian John Black.
November 15, 2021 - Chad Bass of Shelbyville is the winner of the Rotary Club’s fall fundraiser for a Generac Guardian 24KW Home Backup Generator! Bass and his wife Mandy were very excited about winning. The family lives in the southern part of the county in the Sabine National Forest area. Having the generator will give them peace of mind at home during all types of weather.
Rotary Club President, Faythe Abraham, gave appreciation, "I believe the uniqueness of the raffle had contributed to its success this year. With February’s Winter storm not far removed from our minds, we can all certainly understand the value and worth of a home generator. We extend a big thank you to everyone who supported the fundraiser, the faithful Rotarians that helped in so many ways, and finally, a big shout out to Rotarian Howard Howell and East Texas Poultry Supply for making the generator fundraiser possible."
The Rotary Club will use proceeds from the fundraiser for charitable donations made by the club to the community. The club has over the years contributed to many local non-profit groups; has made sizable donations to the Catherine Pinkston Roughrider Scholarship Foundation; contributed to construction of the John D. Windham Civic Center, the Center Baseball Park and the Center Softball Park; and most recently bought equipment for the Center Soccer Fields.
The Rotary Club plans to repeat the fundraiser annually and give families another opportunity to win a whole house generator.
November 12, 2021 - The library would like to thank all the Friends of the Library and others who helped with the Library's Fall Book Sale. There was only one week to get ready for the sale and one day to take it down. Everyone was amazing.
It was a great sale and the money will go to buying new books. Also, a big thank you to all who attended and bought books. Maybe you were able to find a new favorite author or that book you have been looking for. Just as important we were able to raise awareness of the Library in our community.
November 12, 2021 - On November 10, 2021 VFW Post 8904 Life Member Michael Wulf joined the Center Garden Club at the Blue Star Memorial and placed their Memorial Wreath in honor of Veterans Day.
November 12, 2021 - Please join us on Friday, November 12th from 10am until 3pm for Covington Lumber's annual customer appreciation day. This is a day that we give back to all of our customers for the many years of business. We will have plenty of free food, prizes, and also some deep sale items. Also, joining us is Major League Fishing pro and Bassmaster Classic qualifier Nick Lebrun, who will be here talking fishing and hanging out with everyone. It's going to be a fun day so please join us as we celebrate you, our customers.
Local VFW chapter and Kerri Ramos and Meghan Thomas from the Portacool Marketing Team
November 11, 2021 - Portacool supports all veterans that have served our country and would like to extend a huge thank you to each one!
We are proud to champion these individuals in our community. As part of our ongoing dedication to this amazing group of individuals, Portacool hosted a luncheon and presented a donation to Shelby County VFW Post 8904 at our corporate office today.
Again, we would like to say thank you for the sacrifice and dedication to our country!
November 10, 2021 - At the invitation of the Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club of Jefferson, Texas, Center Garden Club President Carolyn Bounds presented Jefferson’s November program entitled “Colonial Williamsburg Decorates for Christmas” in which she discussed the enduring appeal of the Colonial Williamsburg style, outlined its most interesting history, and via video shared how to create both the interior and exterior natural Christmas decorations. The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club, founded in 1939, has been a leading force in the preservation and restoration of Jefferson’s many historical treasures. The program and the business meeting were held in the exquisite historical dining room of the Excelsior House Hotel which the club owns and operates.
November 10, 2021 - Last Wednesday, November 3rd, preschoolers enjoyed a program at the Fannie Brown Booth Library Preschool Story Time. Mrs. Terri Lacher read a story to the children about Fall. The children listened to a story about the leaves changing colors and falling from the trees. Mrs. Lacher asked questions about the story which the children were eager to answer.
Following the story, Librarian Sandra Davis and volunteer Roy Davis had a variety to crafts for the children to make related to the Fall theme. One of the activities included drawing their handprint as if it were a tree and then gluing heart-shaped leaves onto the tree with some of the leaves falling to the ground. Parents and grandparents who attended with the children enjoyed sharing in the craft time and getting to visit with each other.
Preschool Story Time is offered at 10:30am each Wednesday at the Library at no cost. We appreciate Librarian Sandra Davis and the volunteers who work so hard to make this program both an enjoyable and learning opportunity for our youngest library patrons. Parents and grandparents and other special adults are invited to attend with the Preschool children and join in the fun.
Mary Lynn Tinkle
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