en "Somers Avenue - A place to call home." http://www.somersavenue.org © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53&article_id=249 Caller's SpringSean's blog Wed, 3 Mar 2010 09:49:05 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53&article_id=285 Julie Broyles - Cambodian English / Bible School Randal Matheny - Brazil Wed, 3 Mar 2010 09:48:31 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53&article_id=248 The Back Wall, Bottom ShelfThis is a great blog created by a good friend of mine. Very insightful and outside the box. Enjoy...Sean Church Blog TheoryIf 1 million Christians worldwide each created a "faith based" blog and posted and tagged 1 post each week for 52 weeks, we could change the face of the internet for good! Wed, 3 Mar 2010 09:47:31 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=152 The church at Somers Avenue supports the following missionaries and their work. Click on any link for more information: Randal Matheny - Sao Paulo, BrazilHerman Alexander - South Pacific Bible College Matamros / Progresso, Mexico Cambodian English / Bible School Wed, 3 Mar 2010 09:43:10 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=57 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=57&article_id=284 We are thrilled to now be connected to the great work going on in Phnom Penh. Click on the link below to check out the latest information from the Director of the English Bible Study Program, Julie Broyles. Julie's Blog Wed, 3 Mar 2010 09:35:14 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35&article_id=100 2010 Somers Avenue Spring RetreatApril 30, May 1, 2 - Friday - Sunday Camp Wyldewood Retreat Center We are gearing up for another fun-filled weekend together. If you have never been to the Retreat, you are missing out on a great time of faith, food, fellowship and fun. Make your plans to join us. Some stay the whole weekend and others come and go. It's a laid-back, casual atmosphere where we can share time as a Christian family. Invite your friends and family. Games, relaxation, devotional, and just plain ol' fun make this a great weekend every year.You can come and go as you please all weekend. Check back later for registration info. For questions about the Somers Family Weekend you can e-mail Sean Ashberry. Mon, 1 Mar 2010 11:06:33 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35&article_id=268 Click HERE. Mon, 1 Mar 2010 10:37:02 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=130 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=130&article_id=49 Next class begins March 3rd. If you are interested in Financial Peace University we invite you to email the FPU Coordinator. Or, contact us at (501) 758-5256, ext. 15. Mon, 1 Mar 2010 10:29:23 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56&article_id=283 On Monday, February 22nd we delievered 120 personal hygeine bags and 32 family buckets to Judsonia to be added to the already mounting number of donated items. The first container of goods that was shipped should arrive in Haiti the week of the 21st. We continue to collect items and funds to be used in support of this long-term relief effort. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:09:43 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56&article_id=280 Please place items in the collection bins located in the fellowship room. Children may deposit items in the collection buckets located in their classrooms. 5 gallon plastic bucket with lid (like a paint bucket)Plastic containers with lidsplastic coffee containers with lids, butter tubs, cool whip tubs, etc. Zip-Loc type freezer bags (large)Bar SoapHand towel or small towel or washclothDeodorantShampoo and conditionerSkin lotionSanitary padsVaseline or baby oilToothpaste and toothbrushSmall comb or hairbrushDisposable razor for menSmall pack of tissues or wipesAntibiotic ointment and Band-aidsPlastic cups/bowlsMatches (Small Boxes)CandlesMetal stirring spoon (plastic handles melt when used over a fire)Metal spatula Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:09:43 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=261 CLASSES FOR ALL AGES: Spring Quarter (March, April, & May) SUNDAY ~ 9:00 A.M. Adults Auditorium ~ "Kingdom & the Church of God & Christ" taught by Bob CookAdults MPB - M1 (20's-30's Class) ~ "II & III John, Revelations 1-10" taught by Steve MosleyAdults MPB - M2 ~ "Basic Doctrine" taught by Allen ParkerAdults Fellowship Room ~ "Genesis 12-50" taught by Tommy Kidd WEDNESDAY ~ 7:00 P.M.Adults Auditorium ~ "Survey of Minor Prophets" - taught by Elwood WhitfieldAdults MPB-M1 (Ladies Class 20's-30's) ~ "How to Study Your Bible for All It's Worth" taught by Tressa AshberryAdults MPB-M2 ~ "Foundations Series" (Gospel Advocate) taught by Chester IngramAdults Fellowship Room ~ "Financial Peace" taught by Carson & Jill SloanAdults Room 20 (above Training Room) ~ "Raising A Modern Day Knight - Guiding Your Son to Godly Manhood" (This class is open to fathers of young boys or young girls) taught by David Holley & Sean Ashberry SUNDAY & WEDNESDAY MPB-M3 ~ Senior HighMPB-M4 ~ Junior HighMAIN BUILDING: Room 22 ~ 5th & 6th GradesRoom 2 ~ 3rd & 4th GradesRooms 10-11 ~ 1st & 2nd GradesRoom 9 ~ KindergartenRoom 8 ~ Pre-school 4'sRoom 7 ~ 2's & 3'sRoom 1 ~ 1's (12 mo - 24 mo)Room 4-5 ~ Cradle Roll (Birth - 12 mo) Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:55:20 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51&article_id=229 MEMBERS, FAMILY, AND FRIENDS: February 19, 2010 Jonathan Barfield will remain at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston for several weeks following his bone marrow transplant. Contributions to Jonathan's leukemia fund can be made by check to the Somers Avenue Church of Christ and given to one of our elders.Joe Gibbins is recovering at home from an ablation procedure last week to remove the final spot of cancer on his liver. Danny Rye is recovering from surgey to repair a broken elbow and wrist following a recent fall. Judy Rye continues to recover from foot surgery.Kyle Rye, of FL, (son of Danny & Judy) continues to undergo tests.Scott Diles, of Searcy, (Bob & Mary Diles' son) saw a neurologist this past week to determine the cause of a recent seizure.Diann Simmons continues to recover from back surgery.Janet Akins is now undergoing radiation treatments. Tom Cloninger, Jr., (Tom & Barbara Cloninger's son) is recovering from cancer surgery. Tom's wife, Susan, is scheduled to begin chemotherapy February 19th..Marie Necessary, of Springfield, OH, (Chad Necessary's mother) continues to deal withe with side effects from her chemotherapy treatments, as well as, rheumatoid arithtis.Bill Frazier (Haggard's friend) is in Springhill, ICU, following the amputation of both legs above the knees. Alice Herbert, of OK, (sister of Jodie Grice) dealing with lung cancer. Ray McSwain, of West Monroe, La, (brother of Oren McSwain), is in hospice care.James Akins (little grandson of Jim & Janet) is undergoing tests.Neva Raper, of AL, (Neita Phillips's mother) is dealing with myeloma.Jenny Smith (Steve Foster's aunt), is undergoing chemotherapy.Gerri Boultinghouse (Karen Kidd's mother & Bill White's sister) remains in Woodland Hills in Jacksonville.Dorothy "Dottie" Ricks (sister-in-law of Linetta McDonald) taking chemptherapy.Billy Hale (Gerald Hale's brother) has been diagnosed with leukemia.Beth Flippo (aunt of Hunter & Hayden Medlock) dealing with a rare type of cancer.Mark Judd (friend of Carol Bradley) dealing with a brain tumor.Duane Coss of New Hampshire, (Kara Ellis' father) continues with treatment.Alex Wells' uncle, Leonard Wilson, dealing with lymphoma.Debbie Brooks (aunt of Michelle House) dealing with Leukemia.Mary Shock (daughter of Radine and sister of Jay) continues on dialysis as she awaits a kidney transplant. Jonathan Esquival (great-nephew of Wilma Ingram & cousin of Judy Rye) continues to go through the final testing stages for a liver transplant. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:42:39 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=52&article_id=231 To Pat Rebsamen & family in the loss of our dear sister, Lois Fortson, on January 23rd. A celebration of Lois' life will be held Friday, January 29th, at 11:00 A.M. at Somers Avenue. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. Burial will be at Edgewood Cemetery.To the Gregson Family in the recent death of Sherri's father, Rufus Bradley. To Virginia Sullivan in the unexpected death last week of her son, Coy Sullivan, of Edenton, North Carolina. Funeral service will be held at Huson Funeral Home, Wednesday, January 27th, at 10:00 A.M. with Visitation to be held at 9:00 A.M. Burial will be at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle.To Ken & Jan Medlock, Brad, Staci, Hunter, & Hayden Medlock in the death of Jan's father, Leonard Pilkington. His service will be held, Tuesday, January 19th, in Ft. Smith. To Kevin, Michelle, Alexis, & Whitney House in the unexpected death of Michelle's grandmother, Sophie Brooks. Her service was Saturday, January 2nd, in Jacksonville.To Adam & Betty Gibson in the recent loss of Betty's brother, Bobby Curbo. His service was Saturday, January 2ns, in McCrory, AR. To Adam, Caroline, & Elizabeth Prestridge in the death of Caroline's grandfather, Skinner Shrum, of Oklahoma. To Diann Simmons and family in the recent death of her brother, John Williams. To the friends and family of our beloved brother, Francis Gipson, who passed away December 21st, about 1:30 A.M. Cremation, as pre-arranged, will be at 2:00 P.M. today at a funeral home in Mountain Home.To Gerald & Verna Hale in the death of our dear sister, Lottie Broyles Sunday, November 29th. Lottie was Gerald'a aunt. To Darren, Stephanie, Emily, & Mallory Dutton in the recent death of their father & grandfather, Lestal Dutton, of Cabot. To Lois Fortson & Patricia Fortson, in the accidental death of Stephen Fortson, of Jacksonville, FL. Stephen was Lois's grandson and Patricia's nephew. To Al & Margaret Morgan in the death of Al's brother, Gerald Morgan, of Searcy.To Tammy, Chad, Caitlyn, & Lainey Necessary in the recent death of Tammy's uncle, William Mayberry, of Benton. To Emma Knight and family in the death of our brother, Charles Knight. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon from 2:00-4:00 at Huson Funeral Home on Hwy 107. Funeral service will be at Somers Avenue on Monday, Nov. 9th, at 1:00 P.M.To John Goodin in the death of his son, Chris.To Allen & Tommie Parker, Paul, Debra, & Rebecca Richmond in the death of Tommie's sister and Debra's aunt, Mildred Horan, of Warren, MI. To Betty Lewis in the sudden death of her niece, Vickey Brassfield of Marion, AR. To Cindy Taylor in the death of her sister, Melba Wilhoite, of IN, Sunday, Sept. 13th. To Larry, Mary Ann, Danny, Katie, Jacob & Kristina Klotz in the death of Mary Ann's mother, Lexie Wyers of Clarksville, AR. To Charles & Emma Knight in the death of Charles' sister-in-law, Rachel Knight, of TN. To Dewitt Busbea, An & Robert Dixon in the death of Dewitt's daughter and An's sister, Sarah Jane Richardson. To Mark, Jewel "Cricket", & Bradford Harper in the recent death of Cricket's mother, Ola Mae Hollowell. To Dewitt Busbea, An & Robert Dixon in the death of our sister Winsella Busbea, Saturday afternoon, August 1st. Arrangements are pending. To Michael & Brenda Barfield in the death of Brenda's sister, Rena Fisher, of Sherwood. To Joe & Katie Gibbins in the death of Joe's father, E.E. Gibbins of England. Funeral service will be Wednesday, July 1st, at Wilson Funeral Home, England, AR, 2:00 P.M. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 30th, at the funeral home from 6:00-8:00 P.M. To Mark & Neita Phillips in the death of Neita's great-uncle, Charlie Carter, of Alabama. To former member, Charlotte Eyman & family in the death of her 6 yr old granddaughter, Lillian Abigai (Abby) Eyman, of Sherwood. To the Brian, Angela, Brandon, Megan, & Ava Drause family in the death of Brian's grandmother, Kate Paske, of Madison, WI. To Robin, Bailie, & Marlie Prince in the loss of husband and father, Jimmy Prince. Our brother, Jimmy, passed away while he slept Friday night, May 8th. Visitation will be at Somers Avenue Monday evening, 5:00-7:00 p.m. The funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 12th at Somers Avenue by Wood & Bean Funeral Services.To family & friends of Mable Lamb, of Jacksonville, who passed away May 8th. Funeral service was Monday, May 11th. To family & friends of our sister, Melanie Combs, who lost her long battle with cancer on Thursday, April 2nd. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, April 7th, at the Somers Avenue Church of Christ, at 2:00 P.M. Charlene Battles in the death of her cousin, Frances Langford, of Ft. Smith. To family & friends of former member Ed McConnell of Hot Springs. Gerald & Verna Hale in the sudden death of her cousin, Jerry Keesling, of CA. Lottie Broyles in the loss of her former daughter-in-law, Paula Reed. Our church family in the loss of our sister Vera Burchfield. Visitation will be on Sunday, February 22nd at Griffin-Leggett Rest Hills from 5:00-7:00 P.M. The funeral service will be held at the Somers Avenue Church of Christ at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, February 23rd. Alex & Sandy Wells in the death of Alex's sister, Jennye Davis, of Newark. Visitation will be at the Newark Church of Christ on Monday, Feb. 16th, 5:00-8:00 P.M. with funeral service there at noon on Tuesday. J.L. & Sue Simmons, Jay, Tommie, & Jayson Simmons in the recent death of J.L.'s aunt, Nina Morrell, of Houston, Tx.Jim & Johnny Golden in the recent death of Johnny's brother, Bill Bates, of Clinton. Tom & Bea Edwards in the recent death of Bea's sister, Jewel Latham, of Batesville. John Goodin in the death of his wife, Wanda Goodin, on Saturday, December 13th. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 17th, 9:00 A.M. at North Little Rock Funeral Home with the memorial service to follow at 10:00 A.M. Burial will be in Batesville. Alex & Sandy Wells in the recent death of Sandy's great-grandmother, Ruby Hanson, of Olive Branch, MS. Tim & Lisa Dicus in the death of Lisa's mother, Judy Ross, of Maumelle. Joe & Katie Gibbins in the death of Joe's aunt, Joanne Clinton, of Memphis. Alma Jean & Ernest Rooks in the recent death of her son-in-law and his brother-in-law, Tommy Green, of Monticello. Oran & Carolyn Burt in the recent death of Oran's cousin, Shirley Sands, of Hot Springs. She was also a cousin to Joe & Katie Gibbins. Gerald & Verna Hale in the death of Gerald's twin sister, Geraldine Privett, of Sherwood, on October 6th. Visitation will be at North Little Rock Funeral Home, Thursday, October 9th, 5:00-7:00 P.M. Funeral service will be held at the Sylvan Hills Church of Christ at 10:00 A.M. Friday. Boyd & Phyllis Kelley in the death of Phyllis' daughter, Debra Smith. A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 2nd, at Roller-Owens on JFK at 1:00 P.M. There is no scheduled visitation or graveside service. Dollie Barker and family in the death Thursday, September 25th, of our brother Roy Barker. Visitation will be Friday, September 26th at Roller-Owen on JFK, 5:00-7:00 P.M. Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M. Saturday at Somers. Burial will be in Bee Branch at 2:00 P.M. Frank & Yvonne Stinebaugh in the death September 13th of Yvonne's brother, Carroll Moore, of Salem, VA. Charles & Treva Voyles in the recent death of Treva's niece, Janiece Dulaney of Jonesboro.Gail Jenkins in the recent loss of her aunt Mary Jenkins of Irving, Tx.Bill & Virginia Driver, Nettie Whitfield, Ernie & Jane Weare in the recent death of our sister Rubye Blackiston. Rubye was Virginia's sister, Nettie's cousin, and Jane's mother.Bill & Judy White in the death of Judy's father, C.E. Warren. Visitation is Friday, August 15th at Huson Funeral Home in Little Rock. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, August 16th, at "Woods Cemetery" on Cemetery Road off of El Road in Little Rock. George & Linetta McDonald and Leslie and Brannon Cloer in the death of George's aunt, Josepha Dwyer, of Texas.Orin & Imogene Robinson and Jim & Janet Akins in the death of Ima Jean's cousin, Neil Cole, of West Plains.The Simmon's family in the death of J.L.'s cousin, Ralph Meadows, of El Dorado, AR. Oran & Carolyn Burt in the death of our dear sister, Oran's mother, Loretta Burt, on Thursday, August 7th. Funeral service will be held at Roller Funeral Home, Hwy 10 West, Booneville on Monday, August 11th. Visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. prior to the service at 2:00 P.M. with burial at Oak Hill Cemetery. Mike & Sara Carter in the death of Sara's uncle, Tommy Sewell, of Searcy. Frank & Yvonne Stinebaugh in the death of Yvonne's mother, Helen Moore, of Pine Bluff. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 22nd, at Fuller Hale South Funeral Home in Pine Bluff from 6:00-8:00 P.M. The funeral will be there at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday. The Veach family in the death of our sister, Celestine Veach. Funeral service was held Monday, June 23rd. The Shock family in the death of our beloved brother, L.J. Shock, who passed away Tuesday, June 10th. Visitation and the funeral service will be held at Somers on Saturday, June 14th, with visitation at 12:00 and the service to follow at 1:00 p.m. J.L. & Sue Simmons, Jana & Catherine O'Dell, Jay, Tommie, & Jayson Simmons in the death of Sue's mother, Thelma Huckabee, of Searcy, Friday, May 9th. Mrs. Huckabee was the grandmother of Jana and Jay and great-grandmother of Catherine and Jayson. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 P.M. Sunday, May 11th at Powell Funeral Home in Searcy. Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, May 12th. Robert DeMoss in the death of his mother, Evelyn Glenn, of Jacksonville, on Monday, April 28th. Arrangements are incomplete. Charles & Emma Knight in the death of Emma's sister, Rachel Hill, of Trumann, on Monday, April 28th. Arrangements are pending. Eunice Crownover in the death of her husband, Charles Crownover, Thursday, April 10th. Charles is also the uncle of Gwen Moritz. Visitation will be held at Roller-Owen on JFK Sunday, April 13th, from 2:00-4:00 PM. A graveside service will be Monday, April 14th, 11:00 AM at the Blackwell Cemetery in Bee Branch. Mark & Neita Phillips in the recent death of Neita's aunt, Evelyn Raper, of AL. Our visitors, Joe & Katie Gibbins, in the recent death of Katie's mother, Ruby Gilreath of Sherwood. Calvin, Van, Britta, Breanna, & Jameka Taylor in the death of Calvin's mother, Henrietta Taylor, of Ridgely, TN. Service was held Saturday, April 5th, at the Immanuel Church of Christ in Tiptonville, TN. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:24:02 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=28 Judy has been involved with the church her entire life, having attended the Coy congregation where her dad served as an elder. She met her husband, Danny, in high school and introduced him to the Lord's church. They married soon after her graduation. They have two sons who both graduated from Central Arkansas Christian School and Harding University. Chad is employed with Verizon and resides in North Little Rock. He has one son, Cole. Kyle and his wife Sara reside in Pensacola where Kyle serves as the pulpit Minister for the Scenic Hills congregation. Sara is working toward her degree in Elementary Education while employed as an Office Rep in a family practice clinic. Judy and Danny, along with their sons, began worshiping with Somers Avenue in 1983. Judy served as church secretary for Somers from 1985-1993. She retired from her position as Office Representative for Baptist-Health Lakewood Family Clinic in the fall of 2004. Judy began her work as Somer's Ministerial Assistant in January 2006. Danny is the Customer Service Manager for Central Arkansas Water and serves as one of the elders at Somers. Judy is thrilled at having her parents, Chester and Wilma Ingram, her son, Chad, and little grandson Cole, attending at Somers creating four generations of her family worshiping together. 'It is such a blessing to once again be working with my home congregation. I have worked in a variety of positions through the years and none are as rewarding as working with your church family. My goal is to use the gifts and skills that God has provided me to contribute to the effectiveness of our Elders and Ministers through administrative support allowing them to focus on their areas of ministry." Click here to e-mail Judy. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:27:11 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51&article_id=230 Those With Extended Illnesses: Little James Akins (grandson of Jim & Janet), Janet Akins, Avis Alberson (Troy Alberson's father), Eric Alexander (Jodie Grice's son) Brandy Applegate (Lesa Holloway's neice), Jonathan Barfield, Frances Bell, Debbie Brooks (Michelle House's aunt), Gerri Boultinghouse (Karen Kidd's mother & Bill White's sister), Rufus Bradley (Sherri Gregson's dad), Leslie Cloer, Tom, Jr & Susan Cloninger (Tom & Barbara Cloninger's son & daughter-in-law), Addie Conder, Ethel Cook (Joyce Stewart's mother), Duane Coss (father of Kara Ellis), Ken Daniel, Tom & Bea Edwards, Jonathan Esquivel (Ingram/Rye), Beth Flippo (aunt of Hunter & Hayden Medlock), Bill Frazier (friend of the Haggard's ), Ruth Fuller, Wanda Gadberry, Joe Gibbins, Billy Hale (Gerald Hale's brother), Gerald Hale, Dorothy Harden (Lynette Gilliam's mother), Myrtle Henry, Terry Herald, Alice Herbert (Jodie Grice's sister), Gail Jenkins, Irene Jones (friend of Bob Diles), Mark Judd (friend of Carol Bradley), Emma Knight, Anne Lathimore (friend of Ladies Bible Class), Pam Lewis, Ray McSwain (Oren McSwain's brother), Alice Miller (Haggerd's friend), Charles Moore (Contessa Moore's father), John Noles, Donna Ogle (Pam Lewis' friend), Neva Raper (Neita Phillips' mother), Judy Rye, Dorothy Ricks (Lynetta McDonald's sister-in-law), Laverne Robinson (Pam Lewis' aunt), Randa Schneider (George McDonald's cousin), Radine Shock, Mary Shock (daughter of Radine), DIann Simmons, Dana Smith (McDonald's friend), Jenny Smith (Steve Foster's aunt), Mavis Smith, Juanita Sublett (Wanda House's sister), Imogene Swaim, Faye Swain (Lesa Holloway's grandmother), Raymond Taylor (Calvin Taylor's father), Martha Trusty (Steve Foster's mother), Treva Voyles, James Wells (Alex's grandfather), Shirley Whitfield, Joann Whitten (Sandy Well's grandmother), Leonard Wilson (Alex Wells' great-uncle), and Harry Word. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:51:09 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=282 We are working with the Judsonia church to collect items following the devastating earthquake in Haiti. Click here for more information. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:45:03 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56&article_id=281 We are working with the downtown church in Judsonia to collect funds and items for the Haitian relief effort. To read the latest information on this work click here. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:44:21 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=269 If you are interested in helping with or participating in LTC this year, please follow the link below to sign up for more information. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:43:25 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=108 For information on upcoming activities CLICK HERE. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:43:25 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=68 To see our list of upcoming events CLICK HERE. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:43:25 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55&article_id=265 THOSE PRIVILEDGED TO SERVE COMMUNION:WEST SIDE: Bob Diles, Lyle Dunlap, Tommy Kidd, Bill White, & Chris ColclasureEAST SIDE: Charles Voyles, Al Morgan, Tom Cloninger, Mike Gregson, Carl BlanchardALTERNATES: Mark Hubbell, Duane Quesinberry, & Darren DuttonUSHERS: Jay Simmons, Steve Foster, Tyler Smith, & Gary LewisEVENING: Joe Ellis & Charles Lewis PRAYERS: 3rd A.M. Opening ~ Jim Akins Dismissal ~ Ryan Hunter Communion Leader ~ Elwood Whitfield P.M. Opening ~ Larry Curtis Dismissal ~ J.R. Evans 10th A.M. Opening ~ Joe Gibbins Dismissal ~ Danny Rye Communion Leader ~ Calvin Taylor P.M. Opening ~ Gil Myatt Dismissal ~ Jerry Ellis17th A.M. Opening ~ David Holley Dismissal ~ Eddy Jones Communion Leader ~ Frank Stinebaugh P.M. Opening ~ Allen Parker Dismissal ~ Mark Jahnke 24th A.M. Opening ~ Larry Klotz Dismissal ~ Carson Sloan Communion Leader ~ Orin Robinson P.M. Opening ~ Clif Gilliam Dismissal~ Micah Sexson31st A.M. Opening ~ Mike Penrod Dismissal ~ Butch Gardner P.M. Opening ~ Terry Herald Dismissal ~ Jovan Hill SCRIPTURE READINGS: 3rd (Proverbs 2:1-8) ~ Steve Smith10th (Proverbs 3:1-8) ~ Adam Prestridge17th (Proverbs 3:9-12) ~ Mark Phillips24th (Proverbs 3:13-18) ~ Jon Nevins31st (Proverbs 19, 20) ~ Chad Necessary GREETERS: 3rd Danny Rye & J.L. Simmons10th Lyle & Cheri Dunlap17th Lesa Hollowell & Contessa Moore24th Mark Evans & Mike Hughes31st LeeRoy & Margie Moran NURSERY: 3rd A.M. ~ Melissa Quesinberry & Brenda McKee P.M. ~ Mary Hughes10th A.M. ~ Meridith Smith & Reagan Workman P.M. ~ Cindy Taylor17th A.M. ~ Sara Carter & Jessie Carter P.M. ~ Cecily Story24th A.M. ~ Teresa Story & Debbie Mosley P.M. ~ Mary Ann Klotz31st A.M. ~ Sally Sides & Tommie Simmons P.M. ~ Jennifer Daniel TRAINING ROOM: 3rd Mary Ann Klotz, Terri Nevins, & Judy Rye10th Phyllis Kelley, Genevieve LeMay, & Bytha Regauld17th Judy Huckeba, Van Tyler, & Judy White24th Brenda Barfield, Jan Penrod, & Judy Rye31st Sue Simmons & Judy Rye POWER POINT / SOUND: 3rd P.P. ~ Mike Penrod Sound ~ Mark Jahnke10th P.P. ~ Mark Jahnke Sound ~ Jeff Langat17th P.P. ~ Jacob Klotz Sound ~ Carl Reynolds24th P.P. ~ Jerry Ellis Sound ~ J.R. Evans31st P.P. ~ Rob DeMoss Sound ~ Larry Klotz CONTRIBUTION:COUNT ~ Chad Necessary & Joe EllisFINANCE ~ Mike Hughes & Joe Ellis VISITATION: Joe & Katie Gibbins FOOD FOR FRIENDS: Mary DilesTommie Parker Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:24:35 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=130 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=130&article_id=47 FPU is the most important step to changing your financial future. It is your Total Money Makeover Program. It takes the knowledge from God and turns it into real action in our lives through a step-by-step process taught by best-selling author and financial counselor Dave Ramsey. FPU is a 13-week life-changing program that empowers and teaches you how to make the right money decisions to achieve your financial goals and God's plan for your life. The course includes practical lessons on eliminating debt, building wealth, giving like never before, and much, much more! Tue, 5 Jan 2010 14:23:37 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=226 Thank you for visiting the Somers Avenue church of Christ home page. We hope you will find information to encourage and inform you during your visit. Please take a moment to register your visit with us by filling out our Visitor's Form. Tue, 5 Jan 2010 11:34:49 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=278 Jan 03,2010 Jan 10,2010 Jan 17,2010 Jan 24,2010 Jan 31,2010 Feb 07,2010 Feb 14,2010 Feb 21,2010 Feb 28,2010 Mar 07,2010 Mar 14,2010 Mar 21,2010 Mar 28,2010 Apr 04,2010 Apr 11,2010 Apr 18,2010 Apr 25,2010 May 02,2010 May 09,2010 May 16,2010 May 23,2010 May 30,2010 Jun 06,2010 Jun 13,2010 Jun 20,2010 Jun 27,2010 Jul 04,2010 Jul 11,2010 Jul 18,2010 Jul 25,2010 Aug 01,2010 Aug 08,2010 Aug 15,2010 Aug 22,2010 Aug 29,2010 Sep 05,2010 Sep 12,2010 Sep 19,2010 Sep 26,2010 Oct 03,2010 Oct 10,2010 Oct 17,2010 Oct 24,2010 Oct 31,2010 Nov 07,2010 Nov 14,2010 Nov 21,2010 Nov 28,2010 Dec 05,2010 Dec 12,2010 Dec 19,2010 Dec 26,2010 See below for archived bulletins from previous years. Sat, 2 Jan 2010 14:18:42 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=183 Jan 04,2009 Jan 11,2009 Jan 18,2009 Jan 25,2009 Feb 01,2009 Feb 08,2009 Feb 15,2009 Feb 22,2009 Mar 01,2009 Mar 08,2009 Mar 15,2009 Mar 22,2009 Mar 29,2009 Apr 05,2009 Apr 12,2009 Apr 19,2009 Apr 26,2009 May 03,2009 May 10,2009 May 17,2009 May 24,2009 May 31,2009 Jun 07,2009 Jun 14,2009 Jun 21,2009 Jun 28,2009 Jul 05,2009 Jul 12,2009 Jul 19,2009 Jul 26,2009 Aug 02,2009 Aug 09,2009 Aug 16,2009 Aug 23,2009 Aug 30,2009 Sep 06,2009 Sep 13,2009 Sep 20,2009 Sep 27,2009 Oct 04,2009 Oct 11,2009 Oct 18,2009 Oct 25,2009 Nov 01,2009 Nov 08,2009 Nov 15,2009 Nov 22,2009 Nov 29,2009 Dec 06,2009 Dec 13,2009 Dec 20,2009 Dec 27,2009 See below for archived bulletins from previous years. Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:45:40 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=12 The Adobe PDF Reader is needed to open our NLR Observer bulletins. Please click below if you would like to download and install the free Adobe Reader. Download Adobe Reader Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:44:39 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=242 Jan 06,2008 Jan 13,2008 Jan 20,2008 Jan 27,2008 Feb 03,2008 Feb 10,2008 Feb 17,2008 Feb 24,2008 Mar 02,2008 Mar 09,2008 Mar 16,2008 Mar 23,2008 Mar 30,2008 Apr 06,2008 Apr 13,2008 Apr 20,2008 Apr 27,2008 May 04,2008 May 11,2008 May 18,2008 May 25,2008 Jun 01,2008 Jun 08,2008 Jun 15,2008 Jun 22,2008 Jun 29,2008 Jul 06,2008 Jul 13,2008 Jul 20,2008 Jul 27,2008 Aug 03,2008 Aug 10,2008 Aug 17,2008 Aug 24,2008 Aug 31,2008 Sep 07,2008 Sep 14,2008 Sep 21,2008 Sep 28,2008 Oct 05,2008 Oct 12,2008 Oct 19,2008 Oct 26,2008 Nov 02,2008 Nov 09,2008 Nov 16,2008 Nov 23,2008 Nov 30,2008 Dec 07,2008 Dec 14,2008 Dec 21,2008 Dec 28,2008 See below for archived bulletins from previous years. Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:44:01 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=216 Jan 07,2007 Jan 14,2007 Jan 21,2007 Jan 28,2007 Feb 04,2007 Feb 11,2007 Feb 18,2007 Feb 25,2007 Mar 04,2007 Mar 11,2007 Mar 18,2007 Mar 25,2007 Apr 01,2007 Apr 08,2007 Apr 15,2007 Apr 22,2007 Apr 29,2007 May 06,2007 May 13,2007 May 20,2007 May 27,2007 Jun 03,2007 Jun 10,2007 Jun 17,2007 Jun 24,2007 Jul 01,2007 Jul 08,2007 Jul 15,2007 Jul 22,2007 Jul 29,2007 Aug 05,2007 Aug 12,2007 Aug 19,2007 Aug 26,2007 Sep 02,2007 Sep 09,2007 Sep 16,2007 Sep 23,2007 Sep 30,2007 Oct 07,2007 Oct 14,2007 Oct 21,2007 Oct 28,2007 Nov 04,2007 Nov 11,2007 Nov 18,2007 Nov 25,2007 Dec 02,2007 Dec 09,2007 Dec 16,2007 Dec 23,2007 Dec 30,2007 See below for archived bulletins from previous years. Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:44:01 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=17 Jan 01, 2006 Jan 08, 2006 Jan 15, 2006 Jan 22, 2006 Jan 29, 2006 Feb 05, 2006 Feb 12, 2006 Feb 19, 2006 Feb 26, 2006 Mar 05, 2006 Mar 12, 2006 Mar 19, 2006 Mar 26, 2006 Apr 02, 2006 Apr 09, 2006 Apr 16, 2006 Apr 23, 2006 Apr 30, 2006 May 07, 2006 May 14, 2006 May 21, 2006 May 28, 2006 Jun 04, 2006 Jun 11, 2006 Jun 18, 2006 Jun 25, 2006 Jul 02, 2006 Jul 09, 2006 Jul 16, 2006 Jul 23, 2006 Jul 30, 2006 Aug 06, 2006 Aug 13, 2006 Aug 20, 2006 Aug 27, 2006 Sep 03, 2006 Sep 10, 2006 Sep 17, 2006 Sep 24, 2006 Oct 01, 2006 Oct 08, 2006 Oct 15, 2006 Oct 22, 2006 Oct 29, 2006 Nov 05, 2006 Nov 12, 2006 Nov 19, 2006 Nov 26, 2006 Dec 03, 2006 Dec 10, 2006 Dec 17, 2006 Dec 24, 2006 Dec 31, 2006 Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:44:01 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=14&article_id=13 Jan 02, 2005 Jan 09, 2005 Jan 16, 2005 Jan 23, 2005 Jan 30, 2005 Feb 06, 2005 Feb 13, 2005 Feb 20, 2005 Feb 27, 2005 Mar 06, 2005 Mar 13, 2005 Mar 20, 2005 Mar 27, 2005 Apr 03, 2005 Apr 10, 2005 Apr 17, 2005 Apr 24, 2005 May 01, 2005 May 08, 2005 May 15, 2005 May 22, 2005 May 29, 2005 Jun 05, 2005 Jun 12, 2005 Jun 19, 2005 Jun 26, 2005 Jul 03, 2005 Jul 10, 2005 Jul 17, 2005 Jul 24, 2005 Jul 31, 2005 Aug 07, 2005 Aug 14, 2005 Aug 21, 2005 Aug 28, 2005 Sep 04, 2005 Sep 11, 2005 Sep 18, 2005 Sep 25, 2005 Oct 02, 2005 Oct 09, 2005 Oct 16, 2005 Oct 23, 2005 Oct 30, 2005 Nov 06, 2005 Nov 13, 2005 Nov 20, 2005 Nov 27, 2005 Dec 04, 2005 Dec 11, 2005 Dec 18, 2005 Dec 25, 2005 Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:44:01 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=104 Today's Verse Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:13:04 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=30 MINISTRIES: Exterior Maintenance, Work Parties, & Contractors, Fair Booth Set-up & Removal, Widows & Widowers, Youth Group Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:15:43 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=42 MINISTRIES: Youth Group Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:15:31 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=202 MINISTRIES: Missions Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:14:44 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=200 MINISTRIES: Care Groups, Finance Committee Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:14:23 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=97 The Center for Effective Parenting, a joint effort of UAMS Department of Pediatrics, Jones Center for Families, and Arkansas Children's Hospital offers free parenting classes each month. Current topics include:Parenting Young Children with Behavioral InterventionsBringing Out the Best In Your Child Improving Your Child's School Organization Skills Being An Effective Parent of Toddlers and Preschoolers For more information on these classes click HERE. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:16:52 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17&article_id=26 Sean "grew up" at Somers Avenue and even met his wife, Tressa, here. They were married in 2002 and have three children: Jackson, Callie, and Cooper. Sean served as a paramedic for Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services, (MEMS Ambulance Service), based in Little Rock from 1991-2007. He achieved the rank of Captain and his last duties were as supervisor of the Training Department and EMS Academy at MEMS. Sean received his Bachelor of Ministry (B.Min.) degree in 2009 from the Center for Advanced Ministry Training at Harding University. He joined our ministry staff in January, 2006. "It is a blessing and honor to have an opportunity to serve my home congregation. There is so much talent and spiritual leadership at Somers. My charge as Minister of Involvement & Outreach is five-fold and can be found woven through the history of the early Church in Acts: 1) Commit to scripture; 2) Commit to one another; 3) Commit to Prayer; 4) Commit to praise and worship; 5) Commit to outreach." It truly is great to be a Christian at Somers Avenue. Click here to e-mail Sean. Check out Sean's blog: callersspring.blogspot.com Mon, 5 Oct 2009 13:19:20 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=46 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=46&article_id=172 FREE Bible Courses Daily Bible Reading Bible Search Sun, 4 Oct 2009 15:00:38 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59&article_id=71 Assessments are facilitated by our professional ministry staff. To schedule a couple's assessment or for more information contact Sean Ashberry. Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:31:59 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59&article_id=70 PREPARE/ENRICH is a customized couple assessment completed online that identifies a couple's strength and growth areas. Based on a couple's assessment results, a trained facilitator provides 4-8 feedback sessions in which the facilitator helps the couple discuss and understand their results as they are taught proven relationship skills. Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:27:13 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59&article_id=69 "We will celebrate 30 years of marriage in July, and we have three grown children. This course helped to breathe new life into our marriage" - Niecie "All you need is a glimpse of hope, and after the first session, I had my glimpse." - Ken "I found out through this course that we can make our relationship a great one if we are willing to work at it." - Floyd "Dynamic Marriage taught us the way people fall out of love and how they can fall back in love. It is very possible. It happened with us." - Kristi "At first I thought it would be silly because my husband and I have a good marriage, but after the first week we realized that we wanted more out of our marriage. I cannot tell you how blessed I think we are for having taken this class and learned how a good marriage should be." - Tiffany Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:24:16 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59&article_id=67 • Discover deeper levels of emotional and spiritual intimacy • Build trust and openness • Learn why marriages fail and how to ensure success • Learn effective and practical ways to meet their spouse's most important emotional needs • Recapture the passion and excitement of falling in love again • Open the paths of communication • Give their children the gift of a happy marriage • Lay the foundation for a healthy relationship Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:24:16 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59&article_id=55 For more information on our next class contact the Dynamic Marriage Coordinator. Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:24:16 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=59&article_id=53 Dynamic Marriage is an eight week interactive course designed to help couples learn to make their marriage a priority. The classes are led by trained, married Christian facilitators. Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:24:16 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=62 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=62&article_id=10 MINISTRY PURPOSE: Our ministry is to provide a structured program for child development to parents of our community who need a warm, loving environment in which to leave their child on a short-term basis. PROGRAM HOURS: Tuesday and Thursday each week from 9am-2pm in the fall and spring. There is NO summer program. Please contact Angela Drause at (501) 772-4541 for more information or registration procedures. To e-mail Angela, CLICK HERE. Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:38:03 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3&article_id=10 When you enter what we refer to as the auditorium, there are no reserved seats, so feel free to sit anywhere you choose. In our singing worship we project both the words and music of the songs to the front so it can be easily read. One thing you may notice is that the singing is a capella. That is, we sing without the accompaniment of musical instruments. This is a conviction with us, not just a preference. We are seeking worship according to the New Testament pattern (I Corinthians 14:15; Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16; Hebrews 2:12). We think you will find the singing very meaningful, with everyone invited to participate. There will be several prayers offered throughout the worship. There may be prayers offered for specific needs or requests. During the Sunday worship services, the Lord's Supper will be included. We observe this memorial every Sunday. Again, the reason for this is our desire to follow New Testament teaching. The church of the New Testament celebrated this observance on the first day of the week (Acts 20:7). During this memorial, plates will be passed throughout the auditorium containing pieces of unleavened bread. The bread symbolizes the body of Jesus Christ which he gave on the cross for each one of us (I Corinthians 11:23-25). Each Christian will break off a piece of bread and eat it. Next, trays of small cups filled with the "fruit of the vine" (grape juice) will be passed. This symbolizes the blood of Jesus shed on the cross for us (I Corinthians 11:23-25). Jesus commands Christians to do this "in remembrance of me" (I Corinthians 11:24). Following the Lord's Supper, plates will be passed to collect the weekly financial offering. This, too, is according to New Testament teaching (I Corinthians 16 :1-2). As our guest, you are not expected to make a contribution. You are welcome to if you choose, but feel perfectly comfortable just passing the collection plate to the next person. As you would expect, there will be a sermon delivered by the preacher. This sermon will likely be about 30 minutes long. We think you will find it refreshingly Bible-centered. Listen to sermon recordings by clicking here. You will notice that the minister does not have a formal title. He will be referred to as brother or simply referred to by his first name. The reason for this is our belief in the priesthood of all believers. All Christians are on equal footing with God (Galatians 3:26-28; I Peter 2:5, 9). At the close of the sermon the minister will extend the invitation. This is simply an opportune time to invite those who want to make a commitment to the Lord or request prayers for help and support to respond. He will encourage those who wish to respond to come to the front of the auditorium while the congregation sings the invitation hymn. Do not feel ill-at-ease during this invitation. You will not be singled out in any way. Some of the responses at this time may be for prayers for specific needs, to place membership and be identified with this congregation, to confess sin, or to become a New Testament Christian through the act of baptism. The baptism will be by immersion (Acts 8:35-39; Romans 6:3-4) and will be for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38). Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:48:31 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=2&article_id=182 After input from the body of believers at Somers Avenue, our shepherds have adopted the acronym H.O.M.E. to characterize our congregational mission. Each Christian has a duty to act upon what is called "The Great Commission" from Christ as found in Matthew 28:18-20 and Mark 16:15-16. As a congregation, we commit to the charge of Christ in every teaching, activity, program, and mission we pursue by making sure it helps us to Honor God, Outreach to the community, Mature the church, or Encourage the family. We want Somers Avenue to be a place you can call H.O.M.E. Most people are a little apprehensive when visiting a new church. We hope the information below will set your mind at ease when visiting our congregation. Our BeliefsOur ServicesOur ShepherdsOur DeaconsOur MinistersAdministrative Staff Somers Activities Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:45:59 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=50 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=50&article_id=228 CONGRATULATIONS! Aubrey Ann Sexson was born to Micah & Courtney Sexson on Friday, August 6, 2009 weighing 3 lbs. 10 oz. She was welcomed by siblings Daphe, Kaylee, & Noah.Cooper Timothy Ashberry was born to Sean & Tressa Ashberry on March 26, 2009, weighing 8 lbs. 12 oz. He is welcomed by siblings, Jackson & Callie. Proud grandparents are Tim & Faye Ashberry. James Alan Akins was born August 1, 2008 and was welcomed home May 9, 2009, by Jeff & Mandy Akins through adoption. Proud relatives are grandparents, Jim & Janet Akins, Aunt Julie, and great-grandparents, Orin & Ima Jean Robinson!Elizabeth Mary Prestridge was born to Adam & Caroline Prestridge on March 19th, weighing 5 lbs. 13 oz.Julia Anne Blachly was born to Missy & James Blachly, of Little Rock, on February 27, 2009, weighing 5 lbs. 9 oz. She is welcomed by proud grandparents Nita & Randy Holland and great-grandmother, Juanita Nance.Jayden Joel Jackson was born to Jayly & Jennifer Jackson on June 1, 2008 weighing 7 lbs. 4 oz. He is welcomed by his big brother J.J. and big sisters Jasmyn & Jenay. Corbin Allen Blanchard was born to Allen & Misty Blanchard on May 14, 2008 weighing 6 lbs. 15 oz. He is welcomed by big sister Kylie and proud grandparents Carl & Floy Blanchard.Callie Sue Ashberry was born to Sean & Tressa Ashberry on March 18, 2008 weighing 7 lbs 4 oz. She is welcomed by big brother Jackson and proud grandparents Tim & Faye Ashberry. Kailey Jordyn Hunter was born to Ryan & Kimberly Hunter on February 6, 2008 weighing 6 lbs. 13 oz. Proud grandparents are Gary & Barbara Hunter. Sun, 9 Aug 2009 18:54:13 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=199 Date of Birth: February 23, Richland, Washington Wife: Mary (Cooper) Hughes Children: Jason and Amanda Occupation: I am an RN. I work at Arkansas Children's Hospital in the I.T. department as a computer systems analyst. Year I came to Somers Avenue: I came as part of the merger with the 6th & Maple and Park Hill congregations. When the new building was opened in February 1982, I was sitting on the premises. Year I became an Elder: 2007 Ministries I am closely involved with: Our men's prayer group (Sons of Shamgar), Care Groups, and advertising. My fondest experiences so far as an Elder: The trip to Brazil with my wife Mary, to represent Somers during the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the congregation in Sao Jose dos Campos. My personal dreams and goals for Somers Avenue: To see a vibrant, growing, and loving congregation of the Lord's church, thriving and expanding though out the city and beyond. Myself in a few words: I like to think of myself as a "people" person. I love to be around other folks, sharing a story or a laugh, or providing a shoulder to lean on during times of sorrow or need. Like the apostle Paul, I have a need to be with people and express my love of Christ. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 10:58:46 MST http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17 http://www.somersavenue.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=17&article_id=24 Oran's pathway to the ministry began when he was 18 and a freshman at Arkansas Tech in the Fall of 1967. During that Semester he played the role of the prodigal son and the “reality check” came at the end of the semester. By the Spring, he had found a great source of renewal and strength from the preacher, working personally with Oran to help him turn his life around and get a grip on responsibility. Among all the other influences nudging Oran toward the ministry, this preacher's sobering leadership made Oran think to himself, “That’s what I want to do---help people.” Marrying that Spring, at age 19, Oran and his wife, Carolyn (Oldham) moved to Henderson Tennessee where Oran attended Freed-Hardeman. Two years there and a year at Harding in Searcy, led him to full-time preaching for the Remmel congregation in Northeast Arkansas. After three years with Remmel, they began serving this congregation in the Spring of 1974 at the Sixth & Maple location.Oran and Carolyn have two children, Jenifer and Jason, and one grandson, Zac. "Looking back on my attempts at being a skilled helper, the brightest days convince me that I have been a true help; the darkest days leave me asking whether I ever help anyone enough. But the stewardship entrusted to me in the gospel has brought me into acquaintance with Paul’s assessment of his ministry: 'having so fond an affection for you, we were well-pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God, but also our own lives, because you had become very dear to us.' (I Thessalonians 1:8) There can be no question as to what a blessing this church has been to my life and to my family. It really is great to be a Christian at Somers Avenue." Click here to e-mail Oran. Thu, 9 Jul 2009 22:59:25 MST