James Group 2011 Fall Retreat: Nov 4-6
Mark your calendars now for the upcoming Fall 2011 James Group Retreat at Pettijohn Springs Christian Camp in Madill, OK. The theme for this year’s retreat is “Who Do You Think You Are? (What Does God Think About That?)”. You don’t want to miss this time of fun, fellowship and relaxation! A list of information about the retreat is provided below. In addition, you can download the retreat flyer to share with family and friends. If you need more information regarding the retreat, you can contact us at steve.steele@jamesgroupministries.com WHAT: James Group 2011 Fall...
Read MoreAn Inside Look
Editor’s Note: This article has been re-printed from the February 2011 James Group Ministries newsletter. Author: Dawn Berthal When I was asked to write something about the James Group classes, I wasn’t sure what to write! Then, like Step Four, I realized only the truth would work. In short, the James Group meetings saved my life! My physical and spiritual life. The Monday and Friday night group meetings are one hour meetings beginning at 7:30 pm. They are “closed” meetings, meaning that everyone attending has a “First Step Issue.” Occasionally there is a “Speaker...
Read MoreItems Needed for March 26 Garage Sale
We will pick up your usable items. We are asking for anything that is in reasonably good shape. Please no clothes or broken items. Just give up a call and we will arrange a pick-up time. 972-243-4673
Read MorePoetry Corner (Feb 2011)
Editor’s Note: This article has been re-printed from the February 2011 James Group Ministries newsletter. Author: Pam Rowell THE ESSENCE OF ASHLEY (4/18/07) In Loving Memory of Ashley Nicole Wright Walker To Ima with love The essence of Ashley is like fresh morning dew, Dripping like honey, each day fresh and new, Meeting the world with a smile big and wide, Seeing each day as opportunity untried. Such innocence she carried, too trusting at times, She gave all she had even to her last dime. A heart of gold, she listened, and gave her advice If a friend was in need, she would...
Read MoreMore Than a Christmas Party
Editor's Note: This article has been re-printed from the January 2011 James Group Ministries newsletter. Author: Kimi Tate No other organization has more influence on the lives of its members than the family. As a provider of nurture and support, it also contributes to the source of identity. A reunion of family members has many wonderful benefits. Through the activities that are planned, reunions transmit values, foster greater communications between family members, provide a great deal of education, and recognize the talents and role models within the family....
Read MoreHow WCCC Benevolence Ministry Assists the James Group
Editor's Note: This article has been re-printed from the January 2011 James Group Ministries newsletter. Author: Vivian Garner Some several years ago, we realized the location of the WCCC Benevolence Office and the James Group are next door to one another, and we needed to help in their work. They attend to the spiritual and emotional needs of their clients, and we recognized the need of assisting in physical needs, when we had the ability. The work of the James Group requires anonymity in the assistance of their clients. Therefore, when we request items from the congregation, we honor...
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