Text Box: The final meeting before summer break consisted of a bountiful brunch followed by class recognition awards led by Mariellen Combs and Beth Eltinge. The food was not only plentiful but delicious. The fellowship was warm and spirited, as always. Mariellen and Beth obviously, devoted much time and energy planning and preparing this morning’s awards event. Mariellen served as Mistress of Ceremonies and began by awarding impressive certificates to all those who provided lessons during this past year (September—June). Other awards consisted of funny prizes (purchased at dollar store) beautifully packaged in gift bags with the person’s name and reason for award printed on the bag. Dorothy & Ron Purvis, Pete Grubmeyer and Dave Meyer received best attendance gifts (religious card games). Beth Eltinge, Marsha Ficken, and Bill Spelling received honorable mention attendance gifts (bottle of blow bubbles). Dorothy Purvis received “Queen of Prayer” gift for providing morning prayer (Tiara with blinking light). Ron Purvis received “Mister Technology” gift for website editor (debugging kit). Jane Johnson & Bill Fairfax received gift for handling class treasury (calculator & fake coins). Karla Curran, Sharon Hibarger, and Dee Spelling received gift for sending greeting cards (decorative pen). Marsha Ficken received gift for keeping attendance roster (package of erasers). Bill Fairfax received “Mr. Social Award” for leading the social committee (fake nose and glasses). Marsha Ficken received “Cleaner Upper Award” for taking care of (Cleaning-up) loose ends and keeping class on track (dust pan & broom). Larry Burke received gift for “Most Attended Lesson Award” about Walt Disney (toy Mickey Mouse). Mae Mather received “Mrs. Music Award” for playing piano (fly swatter to get everyone’s attention). Beth Eltinge, Julia Farr and Gayle Lorenz received gift for helping with music (large glasses to attract attention). Marsha & Peter Ficken received “Mr. & Mrs. Fun & Games Award” for hosting games night (toy pin ball machine & catch-ball-in-cup toy). Nancy & Bill Fairfax received “Mr. & Mrs. Hostess with the Mostest Award” for hosting Christmas Party (white elephant & rocking horse). Christie Johnson received “Mrs. Outreach Award” for her work with hypothermia shelter (hand clapper with confetti). Pete Grubmeyer received “Mr. Shepherd Award” for all his work at the Lamb Center (toy that jingles). Jane Johnson received “Mrs. Food Award” for her work organizing meals and receptions (recipe cards). Dorothy & Ron Purvis received “Heart & Soul Award” for hanging around so long (stick-on lights). Next Year’s class coordinators Steve & Sue Hopkins, Jane Johnson and Henry Hornbeck received cold packs for all the bumps and burses that go along with the job. Mariellen was also given nice decorative plant gift from Beth for helping with the awards etc and all the Coordinators were thanked by the class for their hard work this past year. Past lesson descriptions are available on our class website. Text Box: If you wish to contribute toward the recovery in Haiti or Chile, please consider UMCOR. Other local organizations that need your help include—Fisher House, FACETS, Our Daily Bread, Lamb Center and Rising Hope. The need never ceases, please give blood . Text Box: Class meetings continue again in early September. Weekly Reports will resume just prior to that time with information about plans for our fall lessons and activities. See you in September. Bring a friend and share your faith with others who care. The class is always better when you’re there. Text Box: Jean and Bob Cockrell have a new granddaughter—Allison Michelle Tweedy. Happy 40th wedding anniversary to Linda and Larry Burke. Happy Birthday Mariellen Combs, Julia Farr, Beth Eltinge, Carol Hilton, Dee Spellings, Peter Ficken, Bill Fairfax, Laura Zotian, Bob Bridge, Evan Farr, Bill Spellings, Nancy Fairfax and Jonathan Combs, Sara Beth Beveridge, Marge DeBlaay and Nathan Pagel. Text Box: Pray for Jim Sr. (treated by hospice) & Lovena Conklin, Sue Hopkins has dental problem; Margret Peterson, Joseph Scanlin; James Michael Rist; Walter and Teresa Miles; Sharon Hibarger’s sister Marilyn King. nephew Scott Fountain and friend Carolyn Holt; Evelyn & Carl Mooring; John Eltinge’s mother & sister; Clay Blankenship: Arlene Wade; Beth Eltinge’s Sister, Stephan & Sarah Eltinge; John Moore; Karla Curran’s sister-in-law, Cathy Martin; Hornbeck’s son Mike; Larry Ross; Theresa DeFore; Chris & Trish Purvis; and those adversely effected by the economy. (Please contact the editor with names that should be added or removed from this list.)

Farewell reception for Steve & Beverly Bray on Sunday, June 20th following 11 AM worship service in Fellowship Hall.

Class donated $100 each to UMCOR and the Lamb Center.

Next year’s class coordinators are Steve and Sue Hopkins, Henry Hornbeck and Jane Johnson. Please let them know that they can depend on your support.

Text Box: Thanks to Mariellen Combs and Beth Eltinge for leading this final class meeting until September. Thanks to Christie Johnson for our prayer/blessing. Thanks to all attendees for preparing and bringing breakfast items for our annual brunch. (See Website Faith Message entitled According to Jesus, Evangelism is Our Responsibility). Text Box: Would you like to request, or suggest someone (perhaps a shut-in or potential member) to add to our email recipients? Or if you would like your name removed; please contact Ron Purvis at rpurvis@cox.net. You are also encouraged to provide cares-and-concerns type information for inclusion in the next weekly report. The deadline is Monday evening. This report is prepared and distributed for the enrichment of your faith and so that it might be forwarded to others as an invitation to join us (or another Christian class of their choice). Blessings to All Website Editor– Ron Purvis _____________________________________ Back to top of page About Us Faith Message Lesson Schedule Weekly Report Prior Lessons Class Logo Past Coordinators Committees Text Box: link to Fairfax United Methodist Church Text Box: Announcements

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