Union Hill Baptist
by Mickey Bigbie

The Sunday morning service was an especially wonderful one as Brother Bill took his message from First Corinthians, the 13th chapter and spoke to us about love. It was an awesome message, just what we needed. Brother Stephen Vestal was again a welcomed visitor, leading the music and then, himself, offering an inspiring message as he sang, "...by His wounds, we are here..." It was just a tremendous service.

First of all, let me give you a few corrections. The Fifth Sunday Community Church Service will be held on Sunday evening, July 29th at Calvary Baptist Church, starting at 6:00 p.m. You are all encouraged to attend, as this is always a great time to get together and worship with your friends from other area churches. There is always a marvelous message and a joyful time of fellowship. Don't miss it!

The second correction is of major importance to all who wish to attend the monthly meeting of the Wheels of Mercy Motorcycle Ministry. The monthly meetings are still being held at 3:30 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month but will now be held at Union Hill Baptist Church. For further information, you may call the church at 903- 852-5043.

Now, let's talk about some upcoming activities. Friday, August 3rd is again Movie Night at Union Hill. Join us at 7:00 p.m. for an inspiring movie, popcorn and a fun fellowship.

The Youth will have a garage sale from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on July 26th and 27th. The sale will be held at the church. Be sure to stop by and take advantage of great prices on good merchandise.

On July 31st, there will be an outing for you youngsters to Tyler Skateplex from 11:30 a.m. until 4:40 p.m. The cost is $5.00.

On August 17-18, there will be a campout at Tyler State Park, where the cost will also be $5.00 per person. You may call Youth Minister, Danny Cotton, at the church for further details.

I know that all you youngsters are awaiting the next event, Vacation Bible School. Sign-up will be 9:00-11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 4th and ... hooray ... it starts on August 5th, through August 9th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. From Ms. Diana, we hear that you youngsters are headed for the ride of your life as you twist and turn your way through our whirlwind adventures that are sure to make a splash! You'll soak up thrilling Bible stories in which God uses very common elements to teach some uncommon lessons. It's fun in the Son for everyone! So dive right in, the water's fine.

We still need group leaders whose responsibilities will be to lead the children from one activity to another. If you have not signed up yet, you still have time to do so and remember, there will be training for the VBS workers on Monday, July 30th at 7:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, August 1st, following the evening service. Workers, you must attend one of the training sessions. Many thanks to our dynamic Ms. Diana for furnishing this information. The kids love her and no wonder. She pours out her heart and soul for them and spends hours and hours making VBS a life-changing experience for each child. She and her team are undeniably a tremendous blessing to all.

Let me also take this opportunity to thank Glenda Wallace for her dedication and hard work in providing us with the monthly Newsletter. It's always full of wonderful information about our church and I eagerly pass it on to those of you who do not get the Newsletter. As with everything she undertakes, Glenda does a fantastic job with the Newsletter and, her readers certainly appreciate the information. Many, many thanks, not only to Glenda, but to all of the very special staff we have at Union Hill. They're all super!

We have many other acticities coming up this summer and into the fall. We invite you to join us. True, we are one big family, but there's always room for you too. Don't stand outside, looking in and wishing you could be a part of God's family. You can. Come and learn through His Word. It's so simple, yet so awesome! See you on the hill.