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Betty Berkner, spouse of Rev. Will Berkner (retired) and sister of Rev. Paul Davis (retired), died on Saturday, August 4, 2018.  Funeral Service will be held in the Macland Chapel at  Mayes Ward-Dobbins Funeral Home in Powder Springs on Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 3:00 p.m.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.  A graveside service will be held at Westview Cemetery in Atlanta on Monday, August 13, 2018 at 11:00 a.m.

If you would like to send a note or card of condolence, below is Reverend Will’s home address. Thank you.

1960 Oak Leaf Court

Marietta, GA 30008

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Please continue to keepThomas Evans in your prayers as he goes through his military boot camp training.  Tiffany sent the note below updating on him and ask that you continue to pray for and if you feel led, to send him a note or card of encouragement.  His address is attached and below as well.  Thank you.

 

Susan,  I received my first letter from Thomas.  If anyone would like to write, send a card and words of encouragement, this is his address.  I pray that all of HOLLYDALE’s many assortment of veterans will send a letter because we have all been there - WARNING - it may stir emotions since we lived that life and walked that walk - but he needs us most!  Thank you for all the prayers - his spirits are high and he is tired as expected- but he claims he is aware of his God-Given destiny and states he is ready for combative training this week - he feels his purpose is clear and he had the pleasure of hearing a sermon his 1st Sunday in the chapel from Billy Graham’s son - praise God!

He said it was very encouraging and told me to tell Hollydale thanks for raising him and thanks for all the prayers!  No comments about the Drill Sgts yet!

 

Respectfully,

Tiffany L. Evans, Lay Leader

 

ADDRESS:

PVT2 Evans, Thomas Z.

3rd Platoon, “PUNISHERS”

E CO, 3-34 IN REGT 165th IN BDE

11951 Golden Arrow Road

Fort Jackson, SC  29207

 

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Please continue to keep my mother, Betty Garrette, in your prayers.  She is now under home hospice care.  She is not critical, but does require medical assistance on an ongoing basis due to her heart, clogged carotid artery, being very weak and unable to care for herself.  God has his healing hands on her and only He knows when he needs to call her home.  Thank you for your prayers for her as well as for me and my family.   


Susan Davis

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Mary Justice send the message below and request prayer for Chloe Jacqueline.  Please hold this little one and her parents in your prayers.  Thank you.

From: Mary Justice
Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2018 1:13 PM
Subject: FW: Chloe Jacqueline -

Prayer Request   Susan,  this is just a prayer request for this mother and father and their little baby girl.  We as mama’s know what it is to give birth to a baby girl and I know how thankful I am for my daughter to be healthy.  But this is a very sad story.  Praying God sends a miracle to this young family.  I can’t imagine the heart ache and fears that they have.   We are all going through something, but my storms don’t compare to this.

Mary Justice

I'm not one to ever swallow my pride and ask for help. I've also never been in such a tough and stressful place as I am right now. I never thought I'd ever get to be a mother but last November I found out I was pregnant at the age of 42. I couldn't have been more ecstatic and throughout the pregnancy I did everything right. At week 35 I started showing signs of pre-eclampsia but it went back and forth between whether it was or just gestational hypertension. On July 7th we went to the hospital, I was 37 weeks and 1 day and showing signs again of pre-eclampsia. This time the OB decided to admit me and induce labor. On July 9th @ 8:28am Chloe entered this world with no heart beat weighing 8lbs 12 ounces and 24 1/2 inches long. She was monitored the whole time and it's not totally sure when or what happened but the team of nurses and doctors began working on her immediately. They brought her back to us but there's major concern as to how much oxygen the brain may have lost. She was immediately transferred to Fl South's NICU to be placed on a cooling unit. The cooling unit was to slow the brain down and prevent any further damaging and allow what may be damaged to begin repairs. 72 hours later the cooling unit would begin warming up and bringing Chloe back to normal temperature. We are now on Chloe's time waiting for more signs that there isn't some total brain loss. 7 days after Chloe was born an MRI was done. The Neonatal doctor matched The MRI with the early EEG and they are saying she has severe brain damage. They say she may never be off a vent, crawl or walk and our family will have tough decisions to make in the very near future. We are praying and believing those tests are just one side of the coin and miracles are gonna happen. The road ahead will be long and tiresome..
 

Thank you
Nancy K. Forster

 

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Please be in prayer for my mother, Betty Garrette.  She had a heart catheterization today and they found her heart has more scar tissue and has narrowed.  The doctor told my sister who is with her that she needs open heart surgery, but would not survive it.  She is 80 years old.  The doctor said it’s about quality of life now, not quantity.  My mother lives in Tennessee, 5.5 hours away and can be a very difficult person at times and doesn’t want any strangers (and sometimes family members) helping her with anything.  My sister, Ketiva, who struggles with Lupus needs prayers as well for her health and for patience with my mother.  She can’t take care of her alone, is struggling to know what to do and any assistance she gets from outsiders my mother is mean and ugly toward them and they don’t come back. It’s definitely a battle.  Thank you.

Susan Davis


Young People’s Event at St Like UMC.

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All young people are invited to St Luke UMC located at 5115 Brookwood Drive in Mableton for aYoung People Celebration,  Saturday, July 21st, 9am-5pm.  You can come to all or some of the day.  There will be workshops from 9-noon, lunch from noon to 1pm, talent showcase performances from 1-4pm.  Come out and support the young people and equip them.

In His service

Pastor April

678.571.7818

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Hollydale Family,

Please pray for Monica, the twin sister of Monty Prymus.  She has been undergoing treatment for cancer for four months now and is now also dealing with fluid around her heart.  Agree with us in prayer for healing, for understanding, and that the love of God surround her and this precious family in a deep and abiding way.  Amen.

In His Service,

Pastor April

678.571.7818

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 Message from Pastor April and Tiffany Evans……..

Subject: Praises, Prayers & Thank Yous

We praise God for Tiffany Evan's successful surgeries yesterday at the VA!  Please pray for her as she recovers at home.  She wants to share her thanks and her families thanks for your prayers that she said "got her out of the hospital" and your encouragement in the days and weeks to come.  Thank you, Hollydale family!  Here she is sending you thumbs up photos.In His Service Pastor April678.571.7818

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 Message from Pastor April……..

Bishop Carl, Helen Moss & her granddaughter Kiara need our prayers.  Their house caught on fire and most of the contents of the home were lost in the fire.  We give God praise that no one was hurt.  Please pray that they would be comforted by the peace and hope of God at this time.  May God provide the care and the support they need to go beyond recovery and thrive for Christ glory.

Please pray for this family.

If you want to send cards:

Helen Moss

c/o Hollydale UMC

2364 Powder Springs Road

Marietta, GA 30152

If anyone has clothes they want to bring into church for Kiara, she wears a size 12 clothes and a 4 & 1/2 in shoes.

In His Service,

Pastor April

678.571.7818

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Please keep Edward Hunter, Debra Bozeman's brother, and her mother in your prayers.  Debra sent the message below earlier today regarding recent activities and illnesses in her family.  Please pray for healing and comfort.  Thank you.

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From: debra bozeman


Susan I came home for the funeral of my aunt Christina and my mom had to be hospitalized. She is home and doing well. My brother drove me to the train station this morning and suffered a heart attack while we were waiting on the train. Please ask the church to pray for him! I love my brother so much!


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Please keep in your prayers the North Georgia United Methodist Annual Conference, which is taking place in Athens, GA this week.  Pastor April, Tiffany Evans, David and Carolyn Wilson are all attending from our congregation.  I’m sure they will appreciate everyone’s prayers.  Also attached is a special message from the Bishop requesting prayers for all in attendance.  Thank you.

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Please add Gail Draper to your prayer list.  She is having a lot of trouble with her foot, also is experiencing difficulty with the doctor's office.  Gail has a hole in the bottom of her foot and nothing seems to be working to get it closed.  Please pray for healing for Gail and that the Dr.'s office staff get the problem there straightened out. Thank you.

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Praise report!  Bella Louise Marie William's, Brenda Layree's granddaughter in Ohio, came through her surgery very well today!  We give God thanks!  Your prayers meant so much to Brenda and the family!  Here is a picture of Bella two hours after her surgery dabbing for the camera.  Pray for a safe drive home for Brenda who will be driving back to Georgia tomorrow.

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Please be in prayer for Shari Standridge and family.  Steve Standridge, husband, father and son, passed away peacefully early this morning at home after a long battle with cancer.  He was a strong warrior against this terrible disease, but now is at peace and in no pain.  Many will know Steve and Shari through the Emmaus community.  He also was a local pastor at Clem UMC, a very small church in Carrollton.  Please pray for comfort and peace for the family as they grieve the loss of their loved one.  Thank you.