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Sept 8 Announcements

 Brad Tolbert ‘s family after his passing.
 Remember Jerry Tolbert. His cancer has
spread to his bladder.

 Rita Stiles is back home after being in the hos-
pital.

 Suzette Russell had injections in her spine for

back pain and has not been feeling well after-
wards.

 Matt Wilson, son of David, will have hernia
surgery October 1.
 Julie Staudinger (daughter of John & Janet) will
have surgery to remove growths on her vocal
cords September 9.
 Kenny Hudgens will have a faulty pacemaker
replaced on October 4.

 Donnie & Janice Wright need continued pray-
ers for health problems.

 Acacia May, niece of Becky Rice, is going to
Johns Hopkins Clinic soon to have more tests
run.

Sept 1 Announcements

 The family of Emily Snider, Star City Coach, who
passed away suddenly.
 Brad Tolbert ‘s family after his passing.
 Remember Jerry Tolbert. His cancer has spread to
his bladder.
 Olivia Simmons has pneumonia.
 Rita Stiles is back home after being in the hospital.
 Suzette Russell had injections in her spine for back
pain and has not been feeling well afterwards.
 Matt Wilson, son of David, will have hernia surgery
October 1.
 Julie Staudinger (daughter of John & Janet) will
have surgery to remove growths on her vocal cords
September 9.

 Janetta Pugh (daughter of John & Janet Stauding-
er) received a good report from results of her

blood work.

 Sue Woodard, Suzette Russell’s mother, had sur-
gery for a fractured spine. She is doing well.

 Donnie & Janice Wright need continued prayers
for health problems.
 Acacia May, niece of Becky Rice, is going to Johns
Hopkins Clinic soon to have more tests run.

Aug 25 Announcements

 Brad Tolbert ‘s family after his passing.

 Angela Naron is home recuperating from back sur-
gery.

 Remember Jerry Tolbert. His cancer has spread to
his bladder.

 Rita Stiles is back in the hospital here in Monticel-
lo.

 Julie Staudinger (daughter of John & Janet) will
have surgery to remove growths on her vocal cords
September 9.

 Janetta Pugh (daughter of John & Janet Stauding-
er) is waiting for results from blood work.

 Donnie & Janice Wright need continued prayers
for health problems.

 Sue Woodard, Suzette Russell’s mother, had sur-
gery for a fractured spine.

 Acacia May, niece of Becky Rice, is having more
tests run. Please pray for her.

Aug 11 Announcements

 Angela Naron is home recuperating from back sur-
gery.

 Remember Jerry Tolbert (Brad’s Dad). His cancer
has spread to his bladder.
 Rita Stiles is back at home now. Please continue to
pray for her.
 Donnie & Janice Wright need continued prayers
for health problems.
 Acacia May, niece of Becky Rice, is having more
tests run. Please pray for her.

July 14 Announcements

 Brad Tolbert is in The Woods of Monticello -
Room 64. Please continue to pray for him and his
family.
 Please pray for Kenny Hudgens. He is in Baptist
LR dealing with infection. He was scheduled to
have pacemaker replaced on Friday.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright.
 Please keep Rita Stiles in your prayers.
 Remember Jerry Tolbert (Brad’s Dad). His cancer
has returned. They are considering radiation.
 Continue to remember Acacia May (Becky Rice’s
niece).

 Andy Boykin needs prayers concerning his can-
cer treatments.

 Candace Carter got a good report from her biop-
sy.

 Please pray for Ella Paige Kasinger. She had been
diagnosed with T-cell lymphoma. She is a friend
of Sadie Beard’s and is a member of the youth
group at the church where they attend.

June 16 Announcements

 Brad Tolbert is in Baptist Medical Center North Little Rock
waiting to get into a Rehab facility.
 Lynne Burton has bronchitis.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright.
 Rita Stiles is at home after a few days in the hospital.
 Remember Jerry Tolbert (Brad’s Dad).
 Continue to remember Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece).

 Andy Boykin needs prayers concerning his cancer treat-
ments.

 Roger Pace is dealing with health issues.
 Keep remembering Lathan Stringer, who was hurt in a rodeo
accident.
 J. R. Martin (friend of Roger Harris) passed away.

May 19 announcements

 Rick Naron’s memorial service was Saturday, May 18. Please
remember his family.

 Keith Smith (Carolyn Ashcraft’s brother) is home recuper-
ating from surgery.

 Roger Harris is having health problems and undergoing tests.
 Brad Tolbert - Continue to pray for him as he undergoes
treatments.
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) PET scan was all clear.
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) Scan showed
that cancer is in remission.
 Becky Colvin is at home recuperating from a kidney stone
surgery.
 Jerry Tolbert (Brad’s Dad) has prostate cancer.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright.
 Continue to remember Rita Stiles.
 Continue to remember Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece).

 Andy Boykin needs prayers concerning his cancer treat-
ments.

 Lathan Stringer was badly injured in a bull riding accident.

May 5 Announcements

 Barbara Durham is at home recovering after hospital stay to
treat stomach ulcers.
 Brad Tolbert - Continue to pray for him as he undergoes
treatments.

 Ray Leonard is recovering from procedure to remove block-
age in his leg.

 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is at home. She has a Pet
scan next and they are doing a biopsy on her lung.
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) is doing better.
He will get a scan to see if chemo helped.
 Becky Colvin is at home recuperating from a kidney stone
surgery.
 Jerry Tolbert (Brad’s Dad) has prostate cancer.
 A. J. Meier, (Jason’s grandfather, Monty’s father) passed
away. Memorial gathering was yesterday.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright.
 Continue to remember Rita Stiles.

 Elizabeth Phillips has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Bone Can-
cer.

 Ike Rochell is not improving after his treatments for liver
cancer.

 Andy Boykin needs prayers concerning his cancer treat-
ments.

 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned.
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) spent this past week at
Mayo Clinic going through tests.
 John Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s father) is recuperating from
eye and back surgeries.
 Kaden Tolbert (Brad’s nephew) is recuperating from surgery
to repair a broken arm.
 Lathan Stringer is in critical condition after injuries sustained
in a bull riding accident.

April 21 Announcements

 Barbara Durham is in Drew Memorial Room 1406.
 Brad Tolbert - An MRI has revealed original tumor has grown
and three more tumors were found.
 Ray Leonard had stints put in his leg.
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is at home. She sees an
oncologist on 4/23 and a cardiologist on 5/7.
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) is having a hard
time with the chemo this week. Scans will determine if this
was his last treatment.
 Becky Colvin is staying at Jamie’s under home health care
while waiting for infection to clear.
 Jerry Tolbert (Brad’s Dad) has been diagnosed with prostate
cancer.
 A. J. Meier, (Jason’s grandfather, Monty’s father) is under
hospice care.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright
 Continue to remember Rita Stiles.
 Ernie Bradshaw (member at Dumas) is in Baptist Hospital
with blood clots in his lungs.

 Elizabeth Phillips has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Bone Can-
cer.

 Ike Rochell is not improving after his treatments for liver
cancer.
 Andy Boykin will have procedures that require him to be in
the hospital five days every month for a year.
 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned.
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) has an appointment with
Mayo Clinic.
 Fran Calvert is recovering from surgery.
 Revel Jackson, nephew of Lynn Burton, passed away.

Full-Time Minister Search

Full-Time Minister
Monticello church of Christ
Monticello, Arkansas
Elders: 3
Deacons: 8
College Minister: 1
Salary: Based on experience

Monticello church of Christ, a 150-year-old congregation in Monticello, Arkansas, is seeking a
full-time minister. We have 100-120 members, three elders, eight deacons, and a college
minister, with a good mix of both younger and older couples. Our congregation does not use
instrumental music. We are looking for someone who is growth minded with an excellent work
ethic, spiritually grounded, and interested in building relationships not only within our
congregation, but also within our community. Duties will include pulpit sermons, teaching and
planning adult classes, visiting, community evangelic outreach, and working with other
congregations in the area. A minister with a degree in Bible from a Biblically sound institution is
preferred but not required.

Salary will be based on experience. Candidates that are married with children are preferred. A
part-time secretary position for the minister's wife will be available, if desired. Our newly
constructed church building is located about two miles north of Monticello on Highway 425.
Monticello's population is about 10,000 with the University of Monticello where we have a
campus ministry. Compensation includes a three bedroom home on three acres of land right
next to the church building and would be a great place to raise a family.

Submit letters of interest, resumes, references, and links to sermons to the search team at
monticellosearch@gmail.com.

Physical media (CDs, DVDs, etc.) can be sent to: Search
Committee, c/o Monticello church of Christ, P.O. Box 485, Monticello, AR 71657

Additional details of the position are available on the congregation's website at
http://www.montcofc.com

April 14 Announcements

 Fran Calvert is recovering from surgery.
 Laura Smith is recovering from surgery.
 Brad Tolbert - An MRI has revealed original tumor has grown
and three more tumors were found. Radiation has caused
swelling and fluid buildup in his brain. Doctors are researching
options.
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is still in Afib but was
scheduled to go home this past Thursday. She has an oncology
appointment at UAMS about the spot on her lungs.
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) has his last
week of chemo this week.
 Family of Sherry King (Fern Baker’s aunt) - passed away.
 Becky Colvin has been moved to UAMS because of additional
problems caused from her kidney stone.
 Jerry Tolbert (Brad’s Dad) has been diagnosed with prostate
cancer.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright
 Continue to remember Rita Stiles.
 Elizabeth Phillips has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Bone Cancer.
 Ike Rochell is undergoing treatments for liver cancer.
 Andy Boykin will have procedures that require him to be in
the hospital five days every month for a year.
 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned.
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) has an appointment with
Mayo Clinic.
REMEMBER

Mar 31 Announcements

 Jone Baldridge (Janet Staudinger’s sister) passed away
 Fran Calvert is recovering from surgery
 Laura Smith is recovering from surgery
 Monte Meier waiting to have a heart valve replaced
 Brad Tolbert is undergoing chemo and radiation for the next
five weeks

 Lavon Light (Janet Staudinger’s brother) passed away. Ser-
vices were Wednesday

 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) in ICU with low blood
pressure and uncontrolled Afib
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) spent some
time in the ER with blood clots, while still going thru chemo

 Becky Colvin is suffering from fractured vertebrae and a kid-
ney stone.

 Gary & Ann Pruitt’s brother from Longview, TX passed away
 William Hines passed away.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright
 Continue to remember Rita Stiles

 Elizabeth Phillips has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Bone Can-
cer

 Ike Rochell is undergoing treatments for liver cancer
 Andy Boykin will have procedures that require him to be in
the hospital five days every month for a year
 Lindsey Hall (Drake Hall’s [Monticello Police Officer] wife) is
home recovering
 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) is still dealing with health
issues

Mar 17 Announcements

 Judy Beard passed away Wednesday. Remember this family
in your prayers.
 Fran Calvart is recovering from surgery
 Laura Smith is recovering from surgery
 Monte Meier waiting to have a heart valve replaced
 Brad Tolbert is undergoing chemo and radiation for the next
five weeks
 Dorothy Glover (David Wilson’s friend) may have had a
stroke
 Lavon (Janet Staudinger’s brother) dealing with COVID and a
need for plasma with antibodies
 Larry Earnest has been put on hospice

 Elizabeth Phillips has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Bone Can-
cer

home recovering
 Jone Baldridge (Janet Staudinger’s sister) is having issues
with her kidneys.
 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) was taken to the hospital
with breathing issues
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) had a appointment with
the cardiologist Friday
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) has started
chemo and is having stomach issues

March 10 Announcements

 Judy Beard passed away Wednesday. Remember this family
in your prayers.
 Fran Calvart had surgery on March 8th
 Laura Smith will have knee surgery on March 14th
 Monte Meier waiting to have a heart valve replaced
 Brad Tolbert will undergo chemo, radiation and physical
therapy.
 Larry Earnest has been put on hospice

 Elizabeth Phillips has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Bone Can-
cer

 Ike Rochell is undergoing treatments for liver cancer
 Andy Boykin will have procedures that require him to be in
the hospital five days every month for a year
 Lindsey Hall (Drake Hall’s [Monticello Police Officer] wife) is
in the hospital in Little Rock with various complications
 Brian Ferrell (David Wilson’s friend) is recovering from a
stroke
 Sue Woodard had a diagnostic procedure

 Jone Baldridge (Janet Staudinger’s sister) is having issues
with her kidneys.
 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) was taken to the hospital
with breathing issues
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) had a appointment with
the cardiologist Friday
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) has started
chemo and is having stomach issues

Mar 3 Announcements

 Gean Harris (Roger Harris’s brother) was laid to rest Thurs-
day, February 29th. Remember Roger & family in you prayers

 Andy Boykin will have procedures that require him to be in
the hospital five days every month for a year
 Lindsey Hall (Drake Hall’s [Monticello Police Officer] wife) is
in the hospital in Little Rock with various complications
 Brian Ferrell (David Wilson’s friend) is recovering from a
stroke
 Sue Woodard had a diagnostic procedure

Feb 25 Announcements

 Judy Beard is in UAMS undergoing treatment for leukemia
 Brad Tolbert’s is home recovering
 Fran Calvart will have surgery on March 8th
 Laura Smith will have knee surgery on March 14th
 Jerry Smith had a successful procedure on his heart
 Monte Meier is schedule to have a heart valve replaced
 Ike Rochell is undergoing treatments for liver cancer
 Dean Harris (Roger Harris’s brother) is having stomach or
gall bladder issues that require surgery
 Andy Boykin has been having seizures, and a new tumor was
discovered, which is believed to be the cause
 Lindsey Hall (Drake Hall’s [Monticello Police Officer] wife) is
in the hospital in Little Rock with various complications
 Larry Clements passed away
 Sue Woodard had a diagnostic procedure
 Jone Baldridge (Janet Staudinger’s sister) is having issues
with her kidneys.

 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) was taken to the hospital
with breathing issues
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) had a appointment with
the cardiologist Friday
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) has started
chemo and is having stomach issues

Feb 11 Announcements

 Tony Beard passed away Monday - his memorial will be Feb.
10th, at 10 am at the Monticello Church of Christ building
 Brad Tolbert’s surgery was successful and he will continue
with treatments and rehab
 Fran Calvart will begin treatments
 Jone Baldridge (Janet Staudinger’s sister) is having issues
with her kidneys.
 Janice Wright is not doing well
 Barbara Newton is recovering from surgery
 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) was taken to the hospital
with breathing issues
 Jude Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) has started new meds and
will see a cardiologist Feb 16th.
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) has started
chemo

Feb 4 Announcements

 Tony Beard passed away Monday - his memorial will be Feb.
10th, at 10 am at the Monticello Church of Christ building
 Tom Weaver passed away last Monday - the Funeral is Feb.
4th in Dumas, AR
 Brad Tolbert will have surgery Tuesday (Feb. 6th)
 Stacy Vondran’s grandfather passed away
 Fran Calvart is awaiting test results
 Pam Rochell (Jamie Rochell’s wife) was admitted into the
hospital
 Jone Baldridge (Janet Staudinger’s sister) had a defibrillator
and pacemaker put in and went into A-fib.
 Barbara Newton is recovering from surgery
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is weak after battling
pneumonia
 Luke Baker fell and broke his wrist
 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned
 Acacia May (Becky Rice’s niece) was taken to the hospital
with breathing issues

 Jude Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is not doing well

 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) has been diag-
nosed with cancer

Jan 28 announcements

 Tom Weaver is in the hospital battling meningitis, but is re-
covering

 Fran Calvart had tests this past Friday - pray for good results
 Barbara Newton is recovering from surgery
 Stacy Vondran’s grandfather has been put on hospice
 Judy Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is weak after battling
pneumonia
 Luke Baker fell and broke his wrist

 Remember Janet Staudinger and her recent bout with pneu-
monia and the cancelled surugery

 Allie Cooper’s cancer has returned
 Acacia May’s treatments do not seem to be working and she
is in a lot of pain as the disease progresses.
 Jude Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is not doing well

 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) has been diag-
nosed with cancer

Jan 7 Announcements

 Stephen Bragg (sophomore at MHS) lost his family in Michi-
gan over the holidays. Remember this young man in your

prayers.
 Tami Jones (Calvin Jones’ sister) passed away
 John and Janet Staudinger will be traveling to North Carolina
so Janet can have surgery - pray for safe travels and for the
less abrasive surgery option as possible.
 Reginald Glover passed away
 Ricky Naron has been put on hospice
 Jude Purvis (Fern Baker’s mother) is not doing well
 Jamie Edwards (Fern Baker’s brother-in-law) is having pain
and will meet with a doctor in two weeks
 Jimmy Higgins sister, Brenda, was laid to rest January 6th.
 Acacia May (Becky Rice) fell and may need back surgery
 Candace Carter is having issues with her meds
 Benita Forrest is seeing a heart specialist
 Dale & Diana Bates are need prayers concerning their health.

Dec 10 Announcements

 Ricky Naron has been put on hospice
 Fran Calvert is having surgery Monday
 Earl Charles is recovering from a blood infection
 Mark Dunn (Jeff Dunn’s son) was killed in a car accident
 Joe McKeown (Peggy Moore’s brother) is recovering from
back surgery
 Cheryl Young (David & Paula Wilson’s friend) is recovering
from injuries sustained in a car accident
 Rita Stiles is in rehab at Bellview
 Daniel Rowland (Jennifer Rowland’s oldest son) is in a coma
from injuries sustained in a car accident
 Acacia May (Becky Rice) fell and may need back surgery
 Rita Stiles is rehabbing at Bellview
 Barbara Newton will have thyroid surgery in January
 Darryl Fisher is not doing well
 Kelly Koonce has undergoing treatments
 Candace Carter is having issues with her meds

 Benita Forrest is seeing a heart specialist
 Dale & Diana Bates are need prayers concerning their health.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright

Dec 3rd Announcements

 Ricky Naron has been put on hospice
 George French (former deacon) passed away
 Don Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s Uncle) is having heart surgery

 Jerry Tolbert (Brad Tolbert’s father) is having shoulder sur-
gery

 Acacia May (Becky Rice) fell and may need back surgery
 Tommy Woods (Joe & Peggy Moore’s Nephew) died in a
house fire—services were Friday.
 Rita Stiles is rehabbing at Bellview
 Barbara Newton will have thyroid surgery in January
 Darryl Fisher is not doing well
 Darryl Fisher is not doing well
 Kelly Koonce has undergoing treatments
 Jill Jackson (Barbara Newton) is will have rotator cuff surgery
on Nov 29th
 Candace Carter is having issues with her meds
 Benita Forrest is seeing a heart specialist

 Dale & Diana Bates are need prayers concerning their health.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright

Nov 19 Announcements

 Ricky Naron has been put on hospice
 Billy Smith (Carolyn Ashcraft’s brother) is home recovering
 Thomas Stevens is home recovering
 Chester Ashcraft is in the hospital
 Shawn Curtis is recovering from tricep surgery
 Don Riddle (Mandy Tolbert’s Uncle) is having heart surgery

 Jerry Tolbert (Brad Tolbert’s father) is having shoulder sur-
gery

 Sandra Higgins is recovering from cataract surgery

 Acacia May (Becky Rice) is feeling better and has a plan for-
ward

 Kelly Koonce has undergoing treatments
 Jill Jackson (Barbara Newton) is will have rotator cuff surgery
on Nov 29th
 Dale & Diana Bates are need prayers concerning their health.
 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright

Nov 5th Announcements

 Ricky Naron has been put on hospice

 Billy Smith (Carolyn Ashcraft’s brother) had open heart sur-
gery Friday

 Shawn Curtis is at home sick
 Dorothy Foster (Betty McGuire’s caregiver) has been placed
under hospice care
 Erma Dean Fletcher is having heart issues
 Sandra Higgins will have cataract surgery Nov 9th
 Tommy Free is suffering from mini-strokes
 Jessi Baker (Fern Baker) is recovering from injuries
 Laverne Potter is at Lake Village undergoing rehab
 Michael & Daphne Fuqua continue to need prayers after
daughter, Marlene, passed

 Acacia May (Becky Rice) is feeling better and has a plan for-
ward

 Kelly Koonce has undergoing treatments
 Dale & Diana Bates are need prayers concerning their health.

 Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright
 Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed with
cancer
 Grady Rawl is recovering from a stroke
 Rita Stiles continues to have health issues
 Candace Carter is having issues with her meds
 Joel Thompson has pancreatitis
 Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers

Oct 29 Announcements

 Ricky Naron has been put on hospice  Eddy Don Russell is at home awaiting test results  A number of the congregation is recovering from COVID  Sandra Higgins will have cataract surgery Nov 8th  Tommy Freeman & Mary Hamick were involved in a wreck  Tommy Free is suffering from mini-strokes  Jessi Baker (Fern Baker) is recovering from injuries  Laverne Potter is at Lake Village undergoing rehab  Michael & Daphne Fuqua continue to need prayers after daughter, Marlene, passed  Acacia May (Becky Rice) is feeling better and has a plan forward  Kelly Koonce has undergoing treatments  Dale & Diana Bates are need prayers concerning their health.  Continue to remember Donnie & Janice Wright  Tami Robinson (Calvin Jones sister) has been diagnosed with cancer  Grady Rawl is recovering from a stroke  Rita Stiles continues to have health issues  Candace Carter is having issues with her meds  Joel Thompson has pancreatitis  Benita Forrest is still in need of prayers