West Lake Baptist News

New Members: We are excited to welcome Tony and Nanci Hopson, Nathan Evans and Russell and Meagan Cooper to the WLBC family. We look forward to serving together!

Gracia Burnham will be with us on Sunday, February 25 at 4:00 p.m. Her story has been featured in People Magazine, USA Today, The Today Show, Good Morning America, Fox News and CNN. While celebrating their anniversary, Gracia Burnham, and her husband Martin, were kidnapped by a terrorist group linked to Osama Bin Laden in the Philippines, where they served as missionaries. Held as political prisoners in an international drama, the Burnhams faced a perilous year in captivity on the run in the Philippine jungle facing near starvation, frequent gun battles and cold-blooded murder. Though Martin was killed, Gracia miraculously survived. Her book, In The Presence of My Enemies, records her story. Now you're invited to hear Gracia's story firsthand. Plan to be our guest. You'll be blessed by this story of courage, faith, and love.

The Singing Men of East Texas will be in concert at WLBC on Thursday, February 22, 7:00 p.m. This unique 50- member choir is comprised of current or retired ministers of music from the East Texas area, including Keith Davis from WLBC, Alan Cox, Tommy Earl of First Baptist, Chandler, and Ken Reid, of FUMC, Chandler. The concert will include solos and duets and some of the favorite gospel standards, such as Midnight Cry, Beulah Land, and Written in Red. You are invited to attend this free event.

Familylife Marriage Conference: "A Weekend to Remember " March 23-25 in Grapeland, Texas. For more information call Russell and Meagan Cooper, 903-849-2564 or Bruce and Cindy Fowler, 903-849-6297. Sign-up sheet is in the foyer.

"I Can't Believe I ...": Are you ever shocked by the things you do or say? Have you been disappointed in the things you do or say? In the pastor's new message series, we'll discuss common areas of self disappointment and explore Biblical strategies for the victory God intends for you to enjoy in Christ. Titles include: "I Can't Believe I Did That," "I Can't Believe I Said That," "I Can't Believe I Spent That," "I Can't Believe I Faced That."

Softball: Spring Softball is starting March 12. Sign-up deadline is February 25th. The sign-up sheet is in the foyer. WLBC will have a men's team and co-ed team. Contact David Nichols, 903-852-3011 for more information.

WMU will be serving the monthly birthday party for residents at the Chandler Nursing Center on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 10:00 a.m.