New Women's Bible Study

From Lindsey Holmes...it's looking like either Monday or Tuesday evenings...

Ok, so I just finished up an amazing weekly Bible Study/Video Series from Beth Moore. I was so in love with the way she taught the Book of Daniel and how she made it so incredibly applicable to today that I am about to start another one of her studies in a couple wks. This one is Esther "It's Tough Being a Woman". I have heard numerous people rave about this study. It is an 11 wk study and I am beyond excited about it! Which leads me to my question-I am planning on doing this study either way-so you will not hurt my feelings-but I wanted to post this because I thought that you may be interested in coming to my house to watch the awesome DVD and listen to Beth teach. There is a small amt of homework that you do during the week to reinforce the video we will watch. You are more than welcome to also open up the invitation to attend to anyone else you think may be interested as well.Let me know if you are remotely interested and if so the best day of the week to meet. We will do it from 7 to 9 on the evening that we choose and I promise to have you out as close to 9 as possible. It will be my goal to keep us on track. :)Again, I know all of us have very busy lives, which this study talks about as well, so again, no hurt feelings if this doesn't sound like something you want to be a part of or if the timing isn't right. I ask that you simply pray about it and follow whatever it is that God lays on your heart to do.Look forward to hearing from you!Lindsey

Mike Amos and Linsdsey Holmes' Father Update

Hello everyone,

Just got this update from Mike Amos: "Just want to pass along my thanks to everyone who has prayed for and supported us. It's great to be a part of the family of God. :)

I am back home and, all things considered, I am doing very well. Although I did have to undergo a second surgery to fix the complication, it turned out to be relatively minor. I continue to covet your prayers as I recover over the next few weeks.

Mike"

Thanks to everyone who prayed and supported the Amos's throughout this ordeal. Let's keep praying for his recovery.

Also, I got a call from Nathan today. Apparently Lindsey's father is very ill and fading quickly. If I remember correctly, it looks like problems with his liver. She is trying to take care of his estate and other issues right now. It is a very difficult time for Lindsey, let's be praying for the Holmes' family AND extended family through this.

Jason

Nathan Update - 6/25/08

Castle Christian Church family,
Lindsey told me today that Nathan has continued to improve. He may be eating solid foods tonight and if all goes well he may come home tomorrow. They have to see how well he handles the food. He got to see Luke today which of course really lifted his spirits. Lindsey sounded in much better spirits herself.
Any teens that would like to go up to Nathan and Lindsey's house and do some yard work Sunday afternoon, see me at church or email me for details. I plan on being there at 3:00.
Keep up the prayers for Nathan, Lindsey and the kids. Thanks for everybody's help with supporting them.

Emily

UPDATES FROM EMILY AND BEN

Hi Ben,
I just got off the phone with Lindsey. She said Nathan is doing much better today. He even ate a Popsicle. Depending on how he continues to progress, it is possible that he may come home Sunday. Lindsey asks for prayers for the kids to stay well and for Nathan's healing. She needs your prayers too. She said Kroger cards or gas cards would be a big help.

Emily

Continue your prayers for Nathan and this family. I am going to take 2 ($100.00 worth) cards from the church allotment and take to her. If anyone has Kroger Cards or wishes to donate money to purchase more cards to replace these or send directly to Lindsey , please let me know. I'll get it from you and get it to Lindsey ASAP.

Ben

Nathan & Lindsey Update from Emily

I talked to Lindsey today. Nathan is not allowed at this time to have visitors. He is recovering a little slower than they had hoped for. He is still in a good deal of pain and he has asked for prayers for relief from the pain, peace and comfort, quick recovery, financial aspects. Lindsey needs prayers too. She has a lot to handle between the kids and being with Nathan as much as she can. I have offered to help out with the kids. At this time her mother is helping her. Sunday afternoon, I am going to ask the youth to meet at their house to do some much needed yard work. I haven't found out what would be the best time for Lindsey. We don't want to interfere with the kids' naps. I will asked her tomorrow and I will announce it at youth group Wednesday night.

Thanks for your help.
--Emily Monroe

NATHAN UPDATE - 6/23/08

To the Castle Christian Family,

It has been brought to my attention that Lindsey is going to need help with gasoline costs while Nathan is in the hospital. If anyone has Kroger cards they have not yet given out, please consider giving it to Lindsey. Our benevolence funds may be needed to help with medical bills later.

Also, Betsy Hightower is lining up meals for them. If you want to help, you might let her know. Emily is also organizing the teens to get Nathan's yard work done. Again, let her know if you can offer any assistance with this.

I'm still trying to reach Lindsey to see what we can do to help them through this. If any of you have talked to Lindsey and know of any need they have, please let the rest of us know. OF COURSE, DON'T FORGET TO PRAY FOR THEM.

Nathan is at Northside Hospital Forsyth in room 404, but I don't know that he's up for visitors yet. I'm sure a card would be appreciated though.

Love to everyone,

Ben