Second Week of Advent

God of hope, in this Advent season we cry “O come, O come, Emmanuel!” Like John we call out in the wilderness: “Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight!” Help us, O God, to prepare the way in our minds and hearts to truly welcome the peace of Christ as we welcome the Christ child into our world.
From the Prayer Calendar, we pray for Rust College in Holly Springs, Mississippi, and for missionaries Jonathan McCurley and Sonia Vargas-Maldonado.

Our Christmas Luncheon

Here are some pictures of our Luncheon, Carolyn Marshall gave a wonderful presentation about Lucille Raines Residence.  

Harriet Fagen, Sarah Black, Janice Keim, Inga-Britt Dickinson

Lois Smith, Kathi Thompson, Anne Christo-Baker Jan Wyckoff, Vickie Hoover, Nora Clark

Carolyn Marshall

Erma ( soon to be celebrating her 100 birthday)
Judy Hain

Millie Hodshire, June Hand, Carol Deeter, Della Bozarth, Barb Coulter

The presentation covered the history of the LRR from the beginning as partners with the Salvation Army up to the present.  UMW of Indiana support LRR through on UMW pledges, gifts, and donations.  Mary Lou Rainford was a board member and encouraged us to get involved.  

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The time is drawing near for us to decide if and how many are planning to go to the UMW retreat at McCormick Creek State Park.  I've attached the registration for your information.   I have heard from Ruth Ann Deal and she is interested in going.   So right now we have a pair.   We could have a party if we can find 4 more women... our car holds 6 just fine.

We need to reservations in by Sunday, December 14.   Let me know if you are interested in going.

Blessings, 
Bonnie Albert 

Your Circle leader have the registration forms, they can also be found in the UMW mailbox.