Philip and Natalie Lutz presented their son, Gibson Michael Lutz, in dedication to the Lord on Sunday, April 3, 2011, in the 10:15 AM service in The Center. He was joined at the altar by his brother, Keegan; grandparents, Tom and Beverly Lutz and Mike and Cathy White; aunt, Brittany White. We give thanks to the Lord for the blessing of this child and for the opportunity to nurture him in the love of Jesus.
Congratulations to Amanda Benson and Steven Loosier who were joined in marriage at Woodmont Christian Church in Nashville, Tennessee, on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 2:00 PM. The ceremony was officiated by fathers, Pete Benson and Roger Loosier. Ginger Pilarski served as her sister’s matron of honor. Nephew Hunter Pilarski served as ringbearer. Nephews Josh Pilarski and Johnny Pilarski read scripture. We celebrate this union of believers and the life they will share together.
Congratulations to Eddie Witkowski and Yana Sinjang who were joined in marriage at Hermitage Church of the Nazarene in Old Hickory, Tennessee, on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 3:30 PM. The ceremony was officiated by Howard Plummer. We celebrate this union of believers and the life they will share together.
Congratulations to Will Miranne on his selection to the First Team of All Midstate Boys Bowling. Will finished sixth at the Division II Tournament with a 1,611 pinfall. He had a 183.74 scoring average. Will is a senior at DCA. His photo and selection were announced on the front page of The Tennessean Sports Section on Friday, April 8, 2011.
Congratulations to Cali Crosslin on signing to play volleyball with Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee, on April 1, 2011. Cali is a senior at Mt. Juliet High School. She was a two time All District 9AAA selection averaging 9 kills, 5 assists, 4 digs and 3 aces per game.
Congratulations to Matthew Helm, a sixth grade student at Mt. Juliet Middle School, who wrestled in the Spring Youth National Championship in Kingsport, Tennessee, last weekend. He placed 3rd in the 80 lb weight class making him an AAU All American Wrestler. He was one of two 3rd place finishers for the Mt. Juliet Bear Club. It was the first time the team brought home medals from the AAU Nationals.
Congratulations to Brian Brinkman and Kevin Helm who represented the Tennessee District in the Southeastern Regional Top Nazarene Talent at Trevecca Nazarene University last weekend. Brian placed 1st in both Senior High Men’s Table Tennis and Senior High Men’s Tennis. Kevin placed 1st in Early Youth Chalk/Pastel Art. Each had represented HCN at the previous District Extravaganza. There were 1,900 participants in the TNT event.
Congratulations to Madi McNeese who participated in a Dance Competition in Atlanta, Georgia, last weekend. She placed 1st in her age group for both trio and small group and over all in her large group competition.
Congratulations to Trey McNeese who participated in a baseball tournament for 9 year old boys in Cookeville, Tennessee, last weekend. Trey’s team won 3 out of 4 games.
The first good news about Patrick Marlowe was received last week. Patrick’s case manager coordinator and the investigation team have agreed that Patrick should be moved to a medium security facility. Pray that management will agree and that the facility will be closer. Wendell, Sheila, and Jordan were able to talk with Patrick via phone for five minutes on Saturday.
John and Melinda Knott are featured in an article on educator couples in Educator Today magazine this month. Melinda is a Consulting Teacher and Numeracy Coach at Isaac Litton Middle School in Nashville. She has taught for 29 years. John is a 4th Grade Teacher at McGavock Elementary School. He has taught for 15 years. The article with photos is posted on The Center glass board.
Bill and Dean Jackson are featured in an article on their work in Restoration Community Outreach this month. Bill and Dean have given leadership to RCO since 1996. Read about their work in the article posted on The Center glass board.
The church never looks finer than when her people are caring for others. I asked the Greathouse family to let HCN provide a place and a meal for them and their guests following services for Dr. Greathouse on March 31, 2011. I then asked the Early Christian Sunday School Class to provide direction and leadership to the meal. Pat Detwiler, Betty Willis, Mary Ann Boner, and Gay Elkins recruited the cooks and the food and a host of others came in to set tables with cloth and glass dishes. Approximately 100 people were served. Robert and Barbara Parrish came in to clean and wash dishes.
When Eddie Witkowski told us he was getting married and his bride, Yana Sinjang, was coming in from Thailand for the wedding, we asked Eddie if we could help. Eddie has taught in the Middle School and Senior High areas at HCN for three years. Like other interns, he came to learn and stayed with us. Jody Scott began to recruit and Jennifer Neely began to coordinate and Sandra Hunt began to decorate. Betty Willis baked the cake. Diane Cater, Feli Tigabu, Kristi Mabry, Donna Shankle, Valerie Marsh, Brian Biggs, Michael Waller, Rhea McCoy, Shane Tarter, Robin Jewett, Lucas Houge, Katelyn Houge, Beth Houge did whatever was needed. They set tables, arranged flowers, ran sound systems, played the piano, prepared and served food. They did it all for Eddie and Yana. The church never looks finer than when her people are caring for others.
Remember to invite your unchurched friends, family, and neighbors to church on Sunday.
In Christ Jesus,
Howard Plummer
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