We express our love and sympathy to all the family of Viola Yates. Viola departed this life on July 5, and Dwyane Dennis conducted graveside funeral services the following Saturday morning. Viola was a longtime member of Central.

We also extend our sympathy to Pat Copeland in the loss of her mother-in-law, Thelma Copeland who passed away on June 30 in Tecumseh. Services were held on Monday July 3 in Tecumseh.

Vacation Bible School is almost upon us here at Central. This is always one of the most exciting and valuable events of this congregation. There are so many good reasons to have a VBS. It strengthens Bible knowledge and faith and teaches respect for God and His Word. It allows children to learn Bible truths in a fun environment. It increases interest in the Sunday morning Bible school of this congregation. It opens doors of opportunity with visitors who bring their children to our VBS. There is far less prejudice against a VBS than many other efforts of the church. A large percentage of the students are from non-member homes. VBS enriches all who help and makes for a stronger tie in the church. More people are involved in VBS than in any program of the congregation. VBS is a wonderful advertising medium; it builds interest and respect in the church. Friends let's all get involved in VBS, advertising it, attending it, and spreading the word about it. You can make a difference!

So beginning next Monday through Friday, we need all parents, grandparents, and members to bring children to our VBS. Please don't forget to fill out the VBS enrollment forms which can be found on the table in the foyer. We need to pre-enroll your children, grandchildren, and any visitors that you will be bringing. Also, remember that if any children need transportation, please indicate so on the form. I am so grateful and thankful for all the many faithful and dedicated workers that we have here at Central. So many are helping in all kinds of different ways. May the Lord bless us with a terrific week of learning as we study from His Word. Please continue to pray for the success of our VBS and for all involved and those who will be attending.

--Robert--(robprater@sbcglobal.net)

On Friday night, beginning at 7:00 p.m. we will have a special concluding VBS Program followed by an Open House with hotdogs, cold pop and watermelon for everyone to enjoy. All the members of the congregation are invited and encouraged to attend.

Anita Sharp recently requested prayer in her behalf to be a more discerning Christian in her speech. We appreciate Anita's faithfulness and devotion.

Yuavonda Sperry came forward on Sunday morning, July 2 and wanted to express her deep appreciation for the Central congregation for all the prayers and support during the past year of trials. She also requests continued prayers on her behalf. Let's all give these two sisters in Christ our encouragement and prayers.

Anyone interested in learning to operate and help with the new projection or sound system should visit with Scott Perry or Ron Taffe. They will have a training class in the near future. A sign up sheet is on the desk at the back of the auditorium.

Church of Christ Weekend at Silver Dollar City will be October 13 & 15. (42 attended last year) There is a limited number of rooms left. A sign up sheet is on the table in the foyer. Deposits are due by August 13^th See Scott Perry for more information.

We extend our best wishes to Earl and Judy Finch on the birth of a granddaughter born to their daughter, Melissa on July 7. Her name is Sunshine Elizabeth Grace Roberts and she weighed seven pounds, four ounces.

Greg & Analisa Beal have a new address. It is 8 Comanche, Shawnee, 74801. Please make this note in your membership directory.

Former member, Dee Nelson has moved to a different apartment in Amarillo. The apartment number is 2180.

Nancy Irelan has recently learned she has cancer. She is very hopeful that a surgical procedure in the near future will be the solution to this problem. Please remember her in your prayers.

It has been so good to see James Childers able to return to services and also Melba Boston.

Jearline Bates, Chad Beard, Virgil Beasley, Betty Bernard, Melba Boston, Bettie Boswell, Harold Carothers, James Childers, Ray Davis (Paul Harris' dad) Harold & Clydean Decker, Clovie Dossey, Ethel Fast, Bill Fleming, Mary Gaines, John & Sue Hamilton (Sarah Smith's sister & brother-in-law), Roe Honaker, Nancy Irelan, Anna Jarvis, Carol Mahnke, Mary Martin, Harvey Moore, Ed O'Neal, J.D. Patterson (Lorine Watson's brother), Niki Peltier, Fred Phillips, Polly Reece, Alice Rice, Millie Riley, Sarah Smith, Mary Sorensen, Chub & Dorothy Strickland, Floy Turner, Alvie Vanlandingham, Cody Veteto (friend of Bob & Janet Stephens), Emma Wilson, and Carl Worley. All these members and friends have continuing health concerns or other special circumstances. They appreciate your interest and prayers.

Please join our family

on this joyous occasion

when our parents

Don and Rosie Brightwell

celebrate Fifty Years of marriage

at a Reception in their honor

on Saturday, the twenty-second of July

two thousand and six

from two until five o'clock in the afternoon

First National Bank

Community Room

Union and MacArthur

Shawnee, Oklahoma

Your friendship is a treasured gift,

we respectfully request no other.

"If you have been reduced to God being your only hope,
You are in a good place!"
Jim Laffoon -- 8^{)