ed Debbye Harrison and Mary Stuart.
Progressive Club votes to disband
Members of the Progressive Club met July 25 and voted to disband.
The club served the community for 78 years with events like the Christmas Walk, Chili Lunch and sending delegates to Girls’ State.
The group decided to donate the $800 in club funds to the Carlisle Library. The library has been a long standing
information.
Hazen Schools millage meeting
Michael McBryde of Stephens Financial, Inc. addressed the Hazen School Board in a special meeting held on Thursday, August 1, in the high school library to go over the resolution for a millage increase that will be on the November ballot.
The board passed a
Resolution for Election to increase the tax levy for the school district by 7.5 mils to use for debt service. The motion passed 6-1, with one board member against. The proposed budget for the district can be found on page 2 of this edition of the Herald.
The board went into
executive session from 6:16 until 6:32 p.m. with no action taken afterward. The board then approved petitions for the legal transfer of students unanimously, and approved the 2024-2025 Student Handbook with a few changes made.
project for the club. The club has been active in supporting the city’s effort to have the library renamed for Sue Young, an ardent supporter of the library and a member of the Progressive Club.
In the future the club plans to have spontaneous alumnus luncheons in order to keep in touch with each other and former members.
HAZEN HIGH SCHOOL
Class of 1984
40 YEAR CLASS REUNION
Saturday, September 28th 6:00 p.m. until ???
Slovak Catholic Church Hall
All classmates and former teachers are invited. For questions, contact: Dwight 870-317-7169 or Suzann 479-263-4388
FB: Hazen
HS Class of 1984 Reunion Page
PC Equalization Board sworn in...
The Prairie County Equalization Board elected Terrell Sutton to be the chairman at a meeting held in Des Arc on Thursday, August 1. The entire board, except Paul Dickson, was sworn in by County Clerk Gaylon Hale. The board rules on complaints concerning county appraisals and taxes on properties. The deadline for complaints is August 15, 2024, and appointments must be made through the County/Circuit Clerk’s office by calling 870-2564434. The Homestead credit has been increased from $425 to $500, and if you are 65 or older, the taxes are set unless new construction is added.
The members of the board are Terrell Sutton and Paul Dickson, whose terms end in 2025, James Shelman, James Gray and Pam Delgiorno whose terms will end in 2027.
Those present were Terrell Sutton, James Shelman, James Gray, Pam Delgiorno, County Clerk Gaylon Hale, Assessor Karan Skarda. Those absent were Paul Dickson and Rob Kinard from CAMA.
Standing l to right: Ann Davis, Carolyn Flynn, Sharolyn Sumner,Kathleen Faucett, Ann Lenderman, Margaret Ann Zimmerman Bethel; seat-
Sylvia
May Anderson
Sylvia May Anderson, 78, of Hazen went to her heavenly home on July 21, 2024. Sylvia was born to Carl A. and Robbie A. Hill on August 1, 1945 in Wild Cherry, Arkansas.
services following at 11:00 AM. Interment followed at Walters Chapel Cemetery in Carlisle.
Sylvia was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jerry Ace Anderson, SR.; five sisters, Anna Johnston, Leota Jenkins, Mary Morris, Francis Clark, and Birdie Grimmett; and one grandson, Seth Ace Anderson. She is survived by two daughters, Joyce(Nicky) Neil and Debra Anderson of Hazen; three sons, Jerry JR. (Donna) Anderson of Gillett, Carl (Kimberly) Anderson of Hazen and Clarence Anderson of Hazen. Sylvia is also survived by nine grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren; three brothers, Arnold (Carol Sue) Hill of Carlisle, Johnny Hill of Rogers and Billy (D.E.) Hill of Mountain Home; and a host of family and friends.
Sylvia was of Baptist faith. Her passion was most definitely her family and she dearly loved spending time with every one of them. She also enjoyed fishing, playing cards, taking photos, and collecting coins and jewelry.
Visitation was held on Friday, July 26, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Hazen beginning at 10:00 AM with funeral
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Bro. Jesse Tosh was the officiating minister. Pallbearers assisting were Joey Neil, Peyton Anderson, Carl Ace Anderson, Robert Munnerlyn, Jason Neil and Greg Addison. Arrangements were entrusted to Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.
Linda Faye Fisher
Linda Faye Fisher, 66, of Biscoe, passed away on July 26th, 2024, at UAMS surrounded by her family.
Linda was born on March 15th, 1958, to William and Faye Pendergrass in San Manuel, Arizona. After graduation from Des Arc High School in 1976, she went on to study nursing at Crowley’s Ridge for her LPN in 1978 and then completed her RN at Baptist School of Nursing in 1989.
After graduating with a degree in nursing, she worked for 42 years at various jobs, mainly in home health and personal care. She was employed with Care Link for 21 years. In 2020, Linda retired and spent most of her time watching hummingbirds, crocheting, playing Words with friends, visiting with her grandchildren and watching Game Show Network.
Linda was predeceased by her parents William and Faye Pendergrass, sister Doris Ruth Pendergrass and niece Chrisanna Spratt. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Anthony “Tony” Fisher, son Jason (Charlotte) Fisher of Ward, daughter Bethany (Preston) Trainer of Jonesboro, brother Lester (Darlene) Gross of Franklin, AR, brother William Pendergrass, sister Julie (Christopher) Spratt, all of Biscoe, grandchildren Angel and Garry Harrison, Anya Fisher, Ellianna and Waylon Trainer and nieces and nephews: Angela Shoemaker, Jeremy and Lance Gross, Austin, Ethan and Logan Pendergrass and William and Jolie Spratt.
James Richard McDonald, Jr.
James Richard McDonald, Jr. passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Jim was born March 30,1945 in Orlando, Florida to James R. McDonald, Sr. And Helen (Finney)
McDonald. After his father’s return from World War 2 the family moved to Memphis, Tennessee where Jim spent most of his adolescence. Before graduating high school Jimmy and his family would move again to Hazen, Arkansas where he finished his schooling and found the love of his life, Brenda Hart. Jim and Brenda moved to Memphis, Tennessee where Jim entered Memphis State University. They started their own family with the birth of their son James Richard McDonald, III and would later welcome the birth of their daughter Karen Leigh McDonald. The young family called many places home as they grew, but eventually settled back in Hazen where their children would go on to graduate. In addition to raising two wonderful children Jim always ambitiously chased his goals in life. All those that had the fortune of meeting and knowing Jim knew that he was truly one of a kind. He was a jack of all trades and decided early in life that there were many things that he wanted to try his hand at. From salesman, wholesale minnow dealer, blackjack dealer at the casino or the local Santa Claus for annual Christmas parades he did a little of a lot of different things. Of all his adventures Jim was most proud of the businesses he and his son Richard built in Hernando, Mississippi. For almost thirty years Jim and Richard were owners of JR’s Quickstop and Bait Shop and started Hernando Ice Company. Jim built countless relationships with families and members of the Hernando community.
Separate from his businesses Jim was a proud father, grandfather and great grandfather. He loved his family and kept them all entertained with his humor, dry wit and storytelling which we will dearly miss.
James Richard McDonald, Jr. was preceded in death by his father, James McDonald, Sr.; his mother, Helen McDonald; sister, Mary Griffith and his grandson Joshua Wilson.
Jim left behind his wife of sixty one years, Brenda (Hart) McDonald; his son, James Richard McDonald, III of Hernando; his daughter, Karen Wilson of Stuttgart, Arkansas; five grandchildren, Rachel Wooten, Kayla Wilson, Abby Cheek, Mac McDonald and Jared Wilson; five greatgranddaughters and four great-grandsons.
surprised with a huge party on July 28th, hosted by their children and grandchildren.
PROPOSED BUDGET OF EXPENDITURES WITH TAX LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025 TO AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2026
The Board of Directors of Hazen School District No. 2 of Prairie County, Arkansas, in compliance with the requirements of Amendments No. 40 and No. 74 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas and of Ark. Code Ann. § 6-13-622, has prepared, approved and hereby makes public the proposed budget of expenditures, together with the tax rate, as follows:
1.Salary Fund Expenditures$2,475,000 2.Instructional Expense
3.Maintenance & Operation Expense
4.Dedicated Maintenance and Operation0 Expenditures
5.Pupil Transportation Expense
6.Other Operating Expense
7.Non-Bonded Debt Payment0 8.Bonded Debt Payment 935,000 9.Building Fund Expense 9,500,000
To provide for the foregoing proposed budget of expenditures, the Board of Directors proposes a total school tax rate (state and local) of 41.33 mills on the dollar of the assessed value of taxable property located in this School District. The proposed tax includes the uniform rate (the “Statewide Uniform Rate”) to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replaces a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School District and available for maintenance and operation of schools in this District. The total proposed school tax levy of 41.33 mills includes 26.43 mills specifically voted for general maintenance and operation, 7.4 mills voted for debt service previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness, and 7.5 new debt service mills. The 7.5 new debt service mills plus the existing 7.4 debt service mills now pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness, which debt service mills will continue after retirement of the bonds to which now pledged, will be a continuing debt service tax until the retirement of proposed bonds to be issued in the principal amount of $9,750,000, and which will mature over a period of 31 years, and will be issued for the purpose of erecting and equipping new school facilities and make additions and improvements to existing school facilities. The surplus revenues produced each year by the debt service millage may be used by the District for other school purposes.
The total proposed school tax levy of 41.33 mills represents a 7.5 mill increase over the current tax rate.
GIVEN this 1st day of August, 2024.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF HAZEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2 OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS
Roxanne Bradow
Circulation/Accounts
Trudy
Lisa Mills
Correspondent
Debbye Harrison Photographer Ruth Corley
Former Hazen star featured in Hooten’s
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS (DEVALLS BLUFF - SOUTHERN) CIVIL DIVISION
TRUIST BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO SUNTRUST BANK, PLAINTIFF
vs. No. 59SCV-24-22
ESTATE OF SAMUEL C. SPEAKS, MELAINE SPEAKS, JENNIFER, SPEAKS, VICKIE SPEAKS, AND JESSICA SPEAKS, DEFENDANTS
WARNING ORDER
TO THE DEFENDANTS:Jennifer Speaks and Jessica Speaks
On April 24, 2024, a complaint was filed against you by Truist Bank, successor by merger to SunTrust Bank, in the Circuit Court of Prairie County, Arkansas, for the purpose of seeking a foreclosure for the real property in question. You are hereby warned to appear and defend by filing an answer or other responsive pleading with this Court within thirty (30) days from the date of the first publication of this Warning Order. Your failure to file a written answer within thirty (30) days may result in a default judgment being entered against you for the relief sought in the complaint.
WITNESS my hand and seal as Clerk of the Circuit Court of Prairie County, Arkansas on this 2nd day of August, 2024. By: Gaylon Hale, Prairie County Circuit Clerk. Deputy Clerk.
Submitted by: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., One East Center, Suite 310, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, (479) 521-5820, (479) 521-5543 facsimile By: H. Keith Morrison (84210), Attorney for Plaintiff
HELP WANTED
sional manner.
The City of Carlisle, Arkansas is accepting applications for a Parks and Recreation Director. This position is essential for managing and improving local parks and recreational facilities.
Job Title: Parks and Recreation Director
Location: Carlisle, Arkansas
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Minimum $35,000 (negotiable based on experience and qualifications)
Job Summary: The Parks and Recreation Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the activities and operations of the Parks and Recreation Department. This position ensures the effective delivery of recreational programs, the maintenance of parks and facilities, and the promotion of community engagement through various activities.
Key Responsibilities: Program Development and Management: Develop, implement, and oversee recreational programs and events that meet the needs and interests of the community.
Evaluate program effectiveness and community feedback to make improvements.
Coordinate with local schools, organizations, and volunteers to enhance program offerings.
Facility and Park
Maintenance:
Responsible for the maintenance and improvement of parks, playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational facilities.
Ensure all facilities comply with safety standards and are wellmaintained.
Coordinate with public works or contractors for larger maintenance and improvement projects.
Budget and Financial Management:
Prepare and manage the department & budget, including forecasting future financial needs.
Seek and manage grants, sponsorships, and donations to support programs and facilities.
Monitor expenditures and ensure costeffective operations while maintaining quality services.
Community Engagement and Promotion:
Serve as the primary liaison with Carlisle Public School District, community members, local government, and other stakeholders.
Promote parks and recreation programs through various channels, including social media and community events.
Address public inquiries and concerns in a timely and profes-
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
One of Hazen’s bestever football players is featured on the cover of a statewide magazine.
Blayne Toll, a 2020 graduate of Hazen High School, is one of several Arkansas State University football players featured on the northeast Arkansas regional cover of Hooten’s Arkansas Football magazine.
The ASU version features players who played high school football in Arkansas. Others featured include Zak Wallace of Benton, Makilan Thomas of
Little Rock Central, Ja’Quez Cross of Fordyce, Brandon Grail of Joe T. Robinson and Cedric Hawkins of Stuttgart. Toll started his career at the University of Arkansas before transferring to the University of Colorado. He made his way back home to Arkansas State prior to the 2022 season, when he played in all 12 games for the Red Wolves at defensive end. He had seven tackles that season.
A year ago, Toll played in all 13 ASU games, including a start against Louisiana-Lafayette. He played 222 total snaps
at defensive tackle and defensive end. Toll had 19 tackles, including 11 solo tackles, four tackles for losses and two quarterback sacks. Toll is a fifth-year senior. He graduated with his bachelor’s degree in general education last December. As a Razorback in 2020, Toll played tight end and defensive end. He played in six games, mostly on special teams for the Razorbacks. While at Colorado, Toll played in three games during the 2021 season, recording three solo tackles.
Social Security Matters
By Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor
at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens
Ask Rusty – Should I Retire at 65 or 67? And What About Earnings & Taxes?
Dear Rusty: I'm just trying to figure out how to determine whether to retire at 65 or 67 and, if I retire, approximately how much could I make outside of my Social Security without being overly taxed. Signed: Thinking About Retiring
Dear Thinking: Deciding when to retire is serious business, because it affects your future and what your retirement income will be going forward. Thus, it’s good you are taking the time to fully understand your options, and we’re happy to assist you with that. Here are some things which
Policy and Planning:
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and standards for the effective operation of the department.
Prepare long-term strategic plans for parks and recreation development and improvement.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and best practices in parks and recreation management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience in Parks and Recreation Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in parks and recreation management or a related field.
Proven experience in program development and budget management. Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using computer software for budgeting, scheduling, and promotional activities.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic
requirements, upon approval of the city council and/or hiring committee.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
Certification as a Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP).
Experience working in a municipal or public sector environment.
Familiarity with grant writing and fundraising.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform physical tasks related to the maintenance and inspection of parks and facilities.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in various weather conditions.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit an online application. In addition, they must submit a resume, cover letter, and references to sdrye@carlislear.org. Review of applications will begin on July 24 th and continue until the position is filled.
Carlisle, Arkansas is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Background checks will be performed on the selected candidate.
should help you decide whether to retire at 65 or 67: · Social Security benefits are subject to income tax (by the IS) if your combined income from all sources (which includes your Adjusted Gross Income on your tax return, plus half of the SS benefits you received during the tax year) exceeds certain thresholds for your income tax filing status. If you file your income tax as “married/jointly” and your combined income from all sources is more than $32,000, then 50% of your received SS benefits are subject to income tax (at your normal IRS tax rate). But if your combined income as a married couple is more than $44,000, then 85% of the SS benefits you received during the tax year becomes part of your taxable income. FYI, the taxation thresholds are lower for those who file taxes as an individual ($25,000 and $34,000 respectively).
· Born in 1960 or later, your full retirement age (FRA) for Social Security’s purposes is 67. If you claim SS benefits before your FRA, not only will your monthly amount be permanently reduced but you’ll also be subject to Social Security’s “earnings test” which limits how much you can earn before they take away some of your benefits. The earnings limit changes annually, but for 2024 it is $22,320 (future year’s limits will be a bit higher each year). If your work earnings exceed the annual limit, Social Security will take away $1 in benefits for every $2 you are over the limit. They take away by withholding future benefits for as many months as necessary for them to recover what you owe for exceeding the annual limit. FYI, the limit goes up during the year you attain FRA, and the earnings test no longer applies after you reach your full retirement age.
· If you claim SS before your FRA, your monthly amount will be permanently reduced. If you claim at age 65, you will get about 87% of the amount you would get
by waiting until age 67 to claim. If you claim at age 66, your monthly amount would be about 93% of your FRA entitlement and, by claiming at 67 you’ll get 100% of the benefit you’ve earned from a lifetime of working. The reductions for early claiming are permanent reductions, except for the annual cost of living adjustments (COLA). Note that you can also delay longer than your FRA to get an even larger benefit amount (you can delay up to age 70 when your maximum benefit is reached). Just remember, the earnings test (as described above) will apply if you claim SS before your FRA and you are still working. If your plan is to continue to work full time, be aware that if you claim early SS and significantly exceed the annual earnings limit, you may even be temporarily ineligible to collect SS benefits. If your work income is high enough that the penalty for exceeding the earnings limit is more than SS can recover through withheld benefits in one year, they will tell you that you’re unable to collect benefits at this time (until you either earn less or reach your FRA).
So, deciding whether to claim Social Security at 65 or 67 is your personal choice and, hopefully, the above provides the information you need to make an informed decision.
This article is intended for information purposes only and does not represent legal or financial guidance. It presents the opinions and interpretations of the AMAC Foundation’s staff, trained and accredited by the National Social Security Association (NSSA). NSSA and the AMAC Foundation and its staff are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental entity. To submit a question, visit our website (amacfoundation.org/pro grams/social-securityadvisory) or email us at ssadvisor@amacfoundation.org.
“Now also when I am old and greyheaded, O God, forsake me not; until I have shewed thy
Dr. James L. Snyder
I just celebrated another birthday. Every time I turn around, I have another birthday. I guess I'm going to have to stop turning around. This year, I turned 73, which is a landmark as far as I'm concerned.
After celebrating my birthday, The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage asked, "Do you think you'll be able to act your age this year?"
I just smiled because I didn't know what she was saying. How do you act your age when it changes all the time? It's hard to realize how old I am because my age changes every year. Just when I think I have it all under control, I have another birthday. I remember my teenage years. It's easy to act your age when you're a teenager because you can do whatever you want. When I turned 16, I got my driver's license, and I was rather excited to drive. One evening, I asked my father, "Dad can I borrow your car for tonight?"
With a big smile, he said, "Yes, you can." He gave me the car
(Psalm 71:18).
Calvary Baptist Church West North Front Street, Hazen, AR Phone: (870) 255 - 4038
Christian VanHouten, pas-
tor
Sunday School: 9:50 AM
Worship: 10:45 AM
BTC: 6 PM
Evening Worship 6:45 PM
Wednesday Bible Study: 7 PM
First Baptist Church
224 N. Hazen Ave.
Hazen, AR 72064
Phone: (870) 255 - 4464
Sunday Service
Sunday School: 10:00 AM
Morning Worship: 11:00 AM
Evening Worship: 6:00
PM Wednesday Service Adult Bible Study and Prayer 7:00 PM Children's Program 7:00
PM "HYPE" Youth 7:00 PM
Center Point Missionary Baptist Church 2997, Center Point Road, Hazen, AR
Bro. Brad Crumby Pastor
Sunday School: 10 AM
Worship: 10:50 AM BTC: 5 PM Worship: 5:50 PM Wednesday - Youth Night6:30 PM
keys, and just as I went out the door to get into the car, he said, "Oh, by the way, there's no gas in the car, you'll have to go and get it filled up at the gas station." He looked at me and smiled and I knew exactly what he was doing. I can drive the car, but there is a cost to driving a car. Then, when I was 21, I became a full-fledged adult. I'm not sure what that means, but I had arrived, or so I thought. I was now in charge of my life, and I was so happy about it. Nobody was ever going to tell me what to do. I carried this attitude around for quite a while until I realized that being an adult has a price tag to it. All through my life, I have been trying to act my age at every level. It's been hard, but I have been trying as best I can. It seems I’m not a very good actor. The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage's birthday is two days after mine. I arranged it that way on purpose so that I would always remember her birthday. We were both celebrating our 70th birthday
Hazen First United
Methodist Church 211 North Hazen Avenue, Hazen, AR Phone (870) 255 - 4657
Pastor Chris Wright
Sunday School: 9:45 AM Worship Service: 10:55 AM
Hazen Church of Christ 204 Adams Street, Hazen, AR.
Phone (870) 255 - 3633
Sunday - Bible Study: 10
AM Worship Service: 11
AM Sunday Night: 6 PM
Wednesday Bible Study: 7 PM
St. Peters Episcopal Church
Highway 86, Tollville, AR.
Worship Service: 9 AM
Sunday School: 10:30AM
Family Christian Fellowship
603 W WashingtonHazen, AR.
Pastor Scott Skarda 501-516-5971
Sunday: 10 AM, Wed, 6:30 PM
New Bethel MB Church
8525 New Bethel Road
P.O. Box 87 Hazen, AR.
Pastor Bro. Freddie McCann Sunday School 10 am
Sunday Service 11 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
Pastor Dyrek Foshee
7474 Highway 86 North, Hazen, AR
Sunday School: 10 AMService: 11 AM
Sunday Night: 5 PM
Prairie Chapel MB Church Center of North
Washington & Woodlawn, Hazen, AR. Rev. Maurice WilliamsPastor
Sunday School: 9:30AM Worship: 11AM
Wednesday 7 PM Bible Study
Carlisle Pentecostal
Church of God Scott & McDonald Sts., Carlisle, AR.
Phone 501-438-1643
Pastor Daniel Strength
Sunday School: 10 AM
Sunday Worship Service: 11 AM
Sunday Evening Service: 6 PM
Wednesday Evening Service: 7 PM
Mt Zion MB Church
Rt 2 Carlisle, AR
Rev. Cruthfield, Pastor Sun. School 9:45 A.M. Worship 11 A.M. Wed Prayer & Bible Class 7 P.M.
Fellowship M. B. Church
Rev. Russell Penn, Jr. Senior Pastor 209 E. Claire St. Des Arc, AR 72040 (870) – 256-3622
Sunday School – 9:45 am
Worship Service – 11:00 am
First Pentecostal Church of Prairie County 3201 Hwy. 70 E., Hazen, AR (870) 255-9177
Pastor J N Holmes
Sunday 10 A.M. Wednesday 7 P.M.
First Baptist Church
319 Court St., P. O. Box 25, Carlisle, AR
Phone (870) 552 - 7732
David Lee - Pastor Sun School: 9:45 AM Worship: 11 AM Awana: 5 PMWorship: 7 PM
Holy Temple COGIC
Elder McFadden, Pastor
St. John's Lutheran Church
Fifth and College Streets, Stuttgart, AR
Phone (870) 673 - 2858
Rev. Andrew Toopes, Pastor
Worship: 8:00 am-10:15 am Sunday School & Bible Class: 9:15 AM
and went out for evening supper. We made our order and then after we finished our order we had a piece of cake brought out.
Looking across the table, The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage said, "Well, my dear, how does it feel to be old?"
I reached across the table, grabbed her arm, and began to squeeze it. Looking at her, I said, "It feels rather good."
Her voice had a very sarcastic tone; she said, "Are you ever going to act your age?"
At my age it doesn't matter. I'm wondering if there's some kind of thespian school that teaches acting your age? I should take some of these classes for sure. My problem is that when I turned 73, it was the first time I had done so. I have no idea how I should act at 73. I went to a bookstore the other day to look through the books, trying to find some book that would help me act 73. I found none.
I was tempted to write a book on that subject, but as I meditated on it for a while, I realized
Radio - KWAK 10:15 AM Sundays www.stuttgartlutheran.com
Carlisle First Methodist Church 215 East Third St., Carlisle, AR
Pastor - Joe Lowe
Phone (870) 552 - 7789
Sunday School: 9:45 AM Worship: 10:45 AM
Immanuel Baptist Church
Pastor Bill Ricks
Highway 13 North Carlisle, AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3100
Sunday School: 9:45 AM Worship:11 AM
Sunday Evening: 6 PM
Wednesday Evening: 7 PM
Landmark Baptist Church 517 East Third, Carlisle, AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3568
Pastor Albert Young
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Worship: 10:45 AM
BTC 6 PM - Worship 7 PM
Wed. Evening: 7:30 PM
St. Rose Catholic Church
Highway 70, Carlisle,AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3601
Father Shaun Wesley
Sunday Mass
10:30AM English
12:00PM Spanish
Tuesday Mass 6:00 PM
Wednesday Mass in Spanish 5:30 PM
Holy Hour & Confessions 6:05 PM
Friday (except First Friday) Mass 8:30AM
Saturday Mass in English 5:00 PM
United Methodist Church of DeValls Bluff
Highway 70 West, DeValls Bluff AR.
Pastor Chris Wright
Sunday Morning Worship: 9 AM
First Baptist Church of DeValls Bluff
Pastor Bobby Powers
P. O. Box 358 Highway 70 West, DeValls Bluff, AR.
Phone (870) 998 - 7118
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Morning Worship: 11 AM
Evening Worship: 5 PM
Wednesday Evening: 7 PM
Mount Olive MB
Church Highway 70, DeValls Bluff, AR. Rev. Tony Haskins
Sunday School: 9:30AM Worship Service: 11 AM
Peppers Lake Church of Christ Hwy 302, SE of DeValls Bluff, AR.
Sunday-Bible Study: 10 AM
Worship: 11 AM Evening Service: 6 PM
Wednesday - Bible Study: 7 PM
Union Chapel FreeWill Baptist Church Metcalf Road, Rt.1, DeValls Bluff, AR
Pastor Darrell Foster
Sunday School: 9:30 AM
Worship Service: 11 AM
Sts. Cyril & Methodius
Catholic Church Highway 86, Slovak, AR.
Fr. Shaun Wesley, School: 9:45 AM Mass: 8:30 AM Thursday Holy Hours 5:00 pm and Mass at 6:00pm
Biscoe Baptist Church Biscoe, AR.
Pastor David Rogers
Sunday School: 10 AM
Worship Service: 11 AM & 7 PM
Training 6 PMWed. Service 7 PM
that by the time I finished writing a book called "Acting Your Age at 73," I would have another birthday and be 74. What's a geezer to do? The other day, somebody asked me how old I was. I told them that I had just turned 73, and they looked at me, smiled, and said, "You sure don't look that old."
I smiled and then walked away. Later, I began thinking about what that person said. If I'm correct, he was insinuating that I was entering my second childhood. Oh boy. My first childhood didn't turn out very well, and I don't know how my second childhood will turn out.
A lot of people are infatuated with birthdays. I don't know how many restaurants I've been at when there were birthday celebrations. Everybody was singing Happy Birthday. And I usually joined in on the celebration because sometimes I've gotten a slice of birthday cake. That's how you act your age. As I was thinking about my second childhood, I wondered if maybe I could do a lot
First Assembly of God Hwy 33 and U.S. 70 Biscoe, Arkansas Sunday Services: 10:30 A.M., 6 P.M.
Wednesdays WNYG, Kids Club, Bible Study 7 P.M.
St. John's Baptist Church Biscoe, AR 870-998-2777 Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M.
Rev. William Brown - pastor Holy Temple Church of God in Christ Elder James Clark, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 AM Worship Service: 11 AM
Jehovah Community Temple Church 710 Sycamore St, DeValls Bluff, AR Elder Ronnie Mosby Sunday 10:30 AM Monday Bible School 7 PM
Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church Pastor Adam Bowman Hwy. 70 West of DeValls Bluff
Sunday School-10:00
better this next time. In my first childhood, it went so fast that I really couldn't keep up with anything. By the time I had caught up, I was retired. Being retired gives you many opportunities to rehearse acting your age. I don't always get it, and I stumbled on the script, but I'm trying. When I stumble on the script, I can blame it on getting old and my memory failing. It is very difficult to act my age. Now that I'm 73, I have moments when I want to act like I was 37 or even 25. The problem is that I didn't have enough practice being 37 or even 25. In thinking about this I was reminded of what David said. “Now also when I am old and greyheaded, O God, forsake me not; until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation, and thy power to every one that is to come” (Psalm 71:18).
Dr. James L. Snyder lives in Ocala, FL with the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. Telephone 1-352-2163025, e-mail jamessnyder51@gmail.com, website www.jamessnyderministries.com
Hamilton United Methodist Church celebrates 112th year
By Debbye Harrison
Former and current members and guests provided
The
on Sunday, July 28. Over 120 people attended
Hamilton United Methodist Church celebrated the 112th anniversary of the church with a Homecoming
the Century Celebration which culminated with a King Kat fish fry.
special music: Kim and Amber Holden, Cara and Clay Parker, Ashley and Lucy Golleher, and The Rouse Sisters (Kathi, Debbi and Terri). Former pastors Marty Bowie and Debbye Harrison joined Rob Walker on the program.
current building is the fourth in the church’s long history. The two previous buildings were destroyed by an arsonist’s fire.