Greetings to all in the name of Jesus!
Did you see a little bit of that snow last night?  It was very late last night.  Just a little bit came down.  

I hope that your week is off to a good start.  We had a lovely church service yesterday.  A couple of people told me that the "sermon was good, but the hymns were just wonderful."  Hymns are like little sermons unto themselves.  I have attached the sermon below.  

I enjoyed getting your feedback during the Time out for Teaching, as we thought about the "quarrelsome" nature of the Israelites in the wilderness.  We also enjoyed 3 visitors to our church:  Jerry Partin (for his 4th time attending), Debby Usher (first time, newly moved back to Tucumcari) and Catherine Dominguez-Rutherford (first time, lives next door to our church :)  Great job, everyone for welcoming them!

Announcements:
Susie Martinez recently had a car accident and is now without a car, and is trying to find an affordable, reliable replacement.  Anyone who knows where she could get a vehicle, please call her.  575-815-8195
Jerry Partin is seeking a room for rent.  He could also be a live-in helper to someone and has said he can cook and clean for them.  Please seek him out on Sunday next week.  He's the one with the rattlesnake cowboy hat.

This Week:
Today, Wednesday and Friday: Exercise, Eat and Pray at 10:00AM in the church.  Come on down!
Tomorrow, Tuesday at noon:  Yoga!  Bring a mat of your own.
Sunday:  Communion Sunday.  It is World Communion Sunday, so if you have a colorful textile or tablecloth, show it off by bringing it to church and we'll use it to decorate the communion table.  After church, there will be a Session meeting in Fellowship Hall.  

Prayers:
Tom Anderson - is home and getting set up on hospice.  Please continue praying for his comfort and peace.  Please pray also for Jean. 
Catherine is grieving the loss of her 18 year old dog, Jellybean
Teresa Gallegos is grieving the loss of her dog, Baby Girl
Brianna - granddaughter of the Schusters, awaiting the news of whether she is COVID positive
Ryan and his family - just had a memorial service for his grandmother.  They are grieving for her.
For those who are struggling with isolation and anxiety during "Coronatide"
Travelers

We had a few folks out of church because of various things, but we had 18 people yesterday in spite of that!  Way to turn out, my friends in Christ.

I have a few visits lined up this week.  If you would like a visit from me, please call and let me know!  I will find time for you.  May your week go great, filled with God's power and grace.
Many hugs,
Rev. Amy 

​Greetings to all in the name of Jesus our Lord!
My hope is that you are all having a good start to the week.  We had a lovely turnout for worship yesterday.  It was great to see all of you.  We also had two visitors, Dessa Sursa and Jerry Partin, each who have visited us before.  

Here are a few things happening this week:
Today, Wednesday and Friday:  Exercise, Eat and Pray at 10:00AM in the church exercise room.
Tomorrow (Tuesday):  Yoga at noon.  
Wednesday noon:  Dutch Treat Dames - Let's meet at 11:45 @ La Cita :)

Prayer Requests:
Tom Anderson - expected to soon be discharged from hospital, and hold Jean in your prayers too
Ryan's grandfather and all the family in mourning for his grandmother

Andi Baum - recovery from surgery
Bruce Haas - shingles
Clay Schuster - brown recluse spider bite
Pat Sieglen - home, recovering from surgery
Ace Whitson - recovering after amputation
Susie Martinez - nerve damage in foot, eye problems, needs a new car
Schools and families trying to keep students in education
Those struck with hurricanes, flooding, fires
Our leaders

What are your particular prayer requests this week?  Did yours get included, or do you have any new ones?  

Friends, I don't know about you, but I am really enjoying this cooler weather.  Finally, it is cool enough during the middle of the day to get outside for some recreation.  I hope that you all have a blessed week.  
Many hugs,
Rev. Amy 

Dear Friends in Christ,
Greetings!  

It was a blessing to see so many of you in worship yesterday, and a blessing to meet with our Elders after church.  Thank you all for participating!

We had another productive Session meeting yesterday.  Here are a few highlights, which affect you:

Our Elders voted YES to reopening Fellowship Hall for the following types of events, including only church members and regular attendees:
Exercise Groups (EEP and Yoga)
Dutch Treat Dames (ordinarily at a restaurant, which we can do, if you all want)
Green Chile Gals
Other church events 

Our Elders voted AGAINST opening Fellowship Hall to:
Rummage Sale
3rd Sunday Potluck/Fellowship Dinners
External Groups (such as the Quay-Z Quilters)

We wish to give it more time before opening up the Fellowship Hall further, especially as the State is still under some restrictions. Please understand that our Session is taking several different factors under consideration.  If you want to talk to me about any of the above, please call me at 575-708-0860.

Help is being offered:  Our visitor in church yesterday is named Jerry Partin, a former Tucumcari resident, who has returned home to retire.  He is available to give people rides to church.  He is also looking for a home or a room to rent, and is willing to make an arrangement with someone who might need a live-in helper. He doesn't have a phone number yet, but will be back at church on Sunday, should someone have a recommendation for him.

Prayer Requests:
Susie Martinez - foot injury and in need of treatment on her eye
Tom Anderson - in the hospital for a couple more days, needs encouragement
Bruce Haas 
Clay Schuster
Emily and Ron's foster dog, needing a home
Glenda Coles - still getting PT on neck
Thanksgiving for Julie's mom
Jenna 
Pat Sieglen - home, still healing from surgery
Andi Baum - getting surgery tomorrow
All, including animals, who have been affected by the fires in the West
All affected by this week's hurricanes
Travelers

This week, get ready for activities!  Please remember that we will not be able to have the quilters back yet.
Monday: Wednesday and Friday:  Exercise, Eat and Pray  10:00AM
Tuesday:  Yoga at Noon, bring your own mat
Sunday:  Church at 11:00AM, but no potluck

Make this a great week!  May God be with you till we meet again!
Love,
Rev. Amy 

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

Greetings to you!  I hope this Labor Day holiday finds you all well.  We had an intimate-sized group for worship yesterday.  I must say, when we are that small, there is no need for being self-conscious about our singing voices.  I think I heard all of you yesterday and it is always a beautiful thing to hear your individual voices adding to the voices of angels.  Our singing skills are our prayers to God, so there is no reason to be ashamed.

Announcements:
-Tom Anderson is still in room 534 at Northwest Texas Hospital.  If you call, his room, please remember that he doesn’t hear very well and he might not hear the phone ringing.  He does not have his cell phone with him.  The main number there is 806-354-1000. Cards or flowers may be sent to 1501 South Coulter Street, Amarillo, TX 79106.

-The church remains locked down until at least after September 13th, when the Session will meet again.  Until that time, please refrain from using the Fellowship Hall, including Rummage Sale donations.  We will discuss reopening that side of the church on September 13th.   Thank you so much for your help with this.

Prayer Requests
Tom Anderson – that he regains strength and energy
Susie Martinez – for her foot to heal and for her forthcoming eye treatment, and that she finally gets a service dog
Pat Sieglen – for a fast recovery after hip surgery
For those recovering from the hurricanes
For those struck with wildfires in the West
Rain!
For those looking for jobs
All who are struggling with mental illness
Small business owners
College campuses and their dealings with COVID
Wayne Huffman – recently diagnosed with CHF
Diane Elsik – living with COPD for 5 years
Sonia (Betty’s daughter) seeking to get heart murmur repaired
Our leaders
For those who seek forgiveness and those who seek to give it

Friends, have you ever wondered what the purpose of Labor Day is?  It celebrates the American worker and the birth of the Labor Movement. The first national Labor Day was in 1882.  For more information, you can visit the US Department of Labor here: US Dept of Labor.  Ironically, we celebrate it by not working!  What will you do today?

I hope that you have a restful Labor Day.  Please hold Tom and Jean in your prayers.  As I find out more, I will keep you apprised. 

May the Lord bless you and keep you today and always.
Much love,
Rev. Amy