St. Dun’s Buns marks 100th donation

In August, St. Dun’s Buns reached a milestone, marking its 100th donation in three years to local nonprofits. Receiving donations in August were (top photo): David and Chanoah Orr of Orr Farm Rescue; (middle photo): Wanda Lewis and Rotary Club Board representatives of the Babies Love Books program; and (bottom photo): Amanda Simmons and representatives of the Nurse Honor Guard of East Central Alabama. St. Dun’s Buns is a ministry of St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church of Auburn. St. Dun’s Buns donates proceeds from sales of fresh baked goods to local nonprofit organizations. To keep up with what’s baking this month and to order, visit the St. Dun’s Buns Facebook page. For more information, email stdunsbuns2@gmail.com.

ALBRITTON >> from A13 awesome blessing.

Jesus reminded his disciples that they would have problems, and the Word of God affirms that for us as well. Jesus did promise his disciples peace, and that same peace he offers us when we lean on him. He also promised the comfort, guidance and help of the Holy Spirit, and that, praise God, we have as believers.

My doctors can only guess at my future, so leaning on Jesus is putting my future in his hands. I am open to his healing my body here, or to his ultimate healing in the life that awaits me on the other side.

Leaning on Jesus is not to fret and worry but to be at peace, and by his grace, I am at peace. If, reading this, you find yourself deeply troubled about your life and your future, then turn everything over to Jesus. Lean on him and trust him. Ask for his mercy. Soon you will find more power than you’ve ever dreamed.

If you are already leaning on Jesus, keep leaning on him. It is the key to living fully and dying well. Glory!

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JAMES A. “JAY” BARNES JR.

James A. “Jay” Barnes Jr., 74, of Opelika passed away on Aug. 25, 2024.

Born Nov. 30, 1949, in Opelika, Jay was a beloved figure in his community, known for his loving nature and jovial spirit. Jay’s life and legacy will be celebrated by all those he touched with his generosity and warmth. His presence will be deeply missed, but his spirit will continue to live on through the memories cherished by his loved ones.

Jay proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Vietnam Veteran, a period during which he demonstrated immense