WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

There will be an area wide devotional for the Somers Youth Group at Central church of Christ tonight.

Men’s Breakfast has been postponed until Oct. 9th. 

Somers Camping Weekend: If you like to camp, come join us for a weekend of camping at Pinnacle Mountain Park in Maumelle the weekend of October 17-19th. We’ll be in Loop A. Grab your camp site here: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233098 Direct all questions to Adam Prestridge.

There will be a baby girl shower for Braden and Hannah Jarnagin on October 26th from 1:30-3:00 in the Fellowship Room. Please see Allyson Penrod if you would like to help. They are registered here: https://my.babylist.com/hannah-jarnagin 

Our annual Trunk or Treat and Chili Cook-off will be on Saturday, Nov. 1st this year. More details coming soon.

A Big Thank You to Our Bible Class Teachers! To our amazing Bible class teachers, thank you for your dedication and service to our children over the past year! We truly appreciate all you do. As a small token of our gratitude, please pick up a "high five" (gift & $5 gift card) this Sunday morning in the children's hallway. If you can’t pick up your gift today, then we will put it in your mailbox.

KEEP IN PRAYER 

Congratulations to Thomas and Katie Horn on the birth of their son, Silas James Horn, who was born Thursday, September 25th, via emergency c-section. Silas weighs 4lbs 5oz. Both mom and baby are at home doing well.

Ima Jean Robinson fell Wednesday morning and has a fractured shoulder. She is now in a sling waiting for it “to heal on its own” as her doctor recommends. She is in a lot of pain.

Mary Daniel has been released from UAMS but she is still very sick. She will receive daily in-home care for an extended period of time.

Mary Hughes has been released from the hospital following her kidney biopsy. 

Nina Haymes fell while shopping Tuesday and has a fractured pelvis. She’s home resting.

Please continue to be in prayer for those with continued health problems including: Lovell Davis, Joe Ellis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, Ima Jean Robinson, & Sue Simmons.

LOOKING AHEAD

October 5 - Bible Bowl Practice

October 5 - SYG Area Wide Devo 

October 8 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am (potluck lunch  to follow - men invited to lunch)

October 9 - Men’s Breakfast

October 10-12 - Young Professionals Branson Trip

October 15 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am 

October 17-19 - Somers Camping Weekend

October 19 - Bible Bowl Practice

October 22 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

October 26 - Jaragin Baby Shower

October 29 -Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

October 31 - Ladies Chat 10am

Nov. 1 - Trunk or Treat/ Chili Cook-off 

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for August 2025: 156.5 people 

YTD Contribution:  $288,024.84 

YTD Budget for 2025:   $313,000.07

WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

Congratulations and Shower Up Date: Congratulations to Thomas and Katie Horn on the birth of their son, Silas James Horn, who was born Thursday, September 25th, via emergency c-section. Silas weighs 4lbs 5oz. Due to his early arrival, today’s baby shower will be different. Please bring your gifts to the Fellowship Room after services where we will gather for a special time of prayer over the Horn family. The gifts will be delivered later. Please join us in showering this family with love and support both Sunday and in the days and weeks ahead. 

Northside church of Christ invites everyone to the Science and Faith Seminar on October 4th-5th. See the bulletin board outside the office for more information.

Somers Camping Weekend: If you like to camp, come join us for a weekend of camping at Pinnacle Mountain Park in Maumelle the weekend of October 17-19th. We’ll be in Loop A. Grab your camp site here: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233098 Direct all questions to Adam Prestridge.

There will be a baby girl shower for Braden and Hannah Jarnagin on October 26th from 1:30-3:00 in the Fellowship Room. Please see Allyson Penrod if you would like to help. 

KEEP IN PRAYER 

Mary Daniel has been released from UAMS but she is still very sick. She will receive daily in-home care for an extended period of time.

Mary Hughes was admitted to UAMS for observation. Mike requests our prayers for her recovery.

Please continue to be in prayer for those with continued health problems including: Lovell Davis, Joe Ellis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, Ima Jean Robinson, & Sue Simmons.

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for August 2025: 156.5 people 

YTD Contribution:  $288,024.84 

YTD Budget for 2025:   $313,000.07

WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

L2L Song Leaders Meeting: Larry and Claudia Curtis request a meeting with all L2L song leaders (both lads and ladies) and their families in the Fellowship Room immediately following service today. 

There is an Elders/Deacons’ meeting today, September 21st at 3:30pm in the M1 classroom in the Activities Center.

Sweatshirts! Get ready to represent our congregation and stay warm this season with our brand new Somers sweatshirts! If you have questions, contact Jonathan Penrod. Orders are open until September 21st. See details in your email, the Somers FB Exchange page or click this link: https://tithely-61f98ec4bd48b-4907807.elvanto.net/form/afdd725e-e293-41ed-99e8-239942c208ed?fbclid=IwY2xjawMtLNFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFuZFRvWFdHS1pSVTVmQ0dHAR6zxeynaeJFWbgNqxnsDf49PVV8HRx75zL4GK_-dAM0Vp3Zmscndl02zh_iHA_aem_ba8fRCa8jGH4BVxDEzAvog

Children’s Homes of Paragould have invited us to their Homecoming Open House and Fish Fry to celebrate their 70th anniversary on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:30am.

Windsong church of Christ invites everyone to Praise & Harmony Songfest with Keith Lancaster on Saturday, September 27th from 3-5pm. See the bulletin board outside the office for more details.

There will be a baby shower for Thomas and Katie Horn in the Fellowship Room on September 28th from 1:30-3:00. Please contact Allyson Penrod if you can assist with the shower. They are registered at: https://my.babylist.com/jevuwqxct .

Northside church of Christ invites everyone to the Science and Faith Seminar on October 4th-5th. See the bulletin board outside the office for more information.

Somers Camping Weekend: If you like to camp, come join us for a weekend of camping at Pinnacle Mountain Park in Maumelle the weekend of October 17-19th. We’ll be in Loop A. Grab your camp site here: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233098 Direct all questions to Adam Prestridge.

Judy Bury has set up a Meal Train for Joel and Reba Gray. The link is posted in the Somers Family Exchange Facebook page or click here: https://mealtrain.com/14grv5 

KEEP IN PRAYER 

Alice Fraiser, the mother of Lorey Phillips, has had several strokes and was moved to St. Vincent North rehab and is doing better there.

Joe Ellis is home from the hospital. Prayers are appreciated as he recovers.

Mary Daniel is in UAMS being treated for low blood pressure. Doctors are trying to determine the cause.

Tammy Necessary requests prayers for her family, especially her dad, James Mayberry and her step mom, Margaret Mayberry as they deal with health issues.

Please continue to be in prayer for those with continued health problems including: Lovell Davis, Joe Ellis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, Ima Jean Robinson, & Sue Simmons.

LOOKING AHEAD

September 21 - Elders/Deacons’ Meeting

September 21 - Bible Bowl Practice

September 21 - Sweatshirt Orders Due

September 24 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

September 26 - Ladies Chat 10am

September 28 - Horn’s Baby Shower  

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for August 2025: 156.5 people 

YTD Contribution:  $2888,024.84 

YTD Budget for 2025:   $313,000.07

Weekly News & Notes

Rison church of Christ has invited us to their Fall Gospel Meeting on September 21-24th. More information is located on the bulletin board outside the church office.

Sweatshirts! Get ready to represent our congregation and stay warm this season with our brand new Somers sweatshirts! If you have questions, contact Jonathan Penrod. Orders are open until September 21st. See details in your email, the Somers FB Exchange page or click this link: https://tithely-61f98ec4bd48b-4907807.elvanto.net/form/afdd725e-e293-41ed-99e8-239942c208ed?fbclid=IwY2xjawMtLNFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFuZFRvWFdHS1pSVTVmQ0dHAR6zxeynaeJFWbgNqxnsDf49PVV8HRx75zL4GK_-dAM0Vp3Zmscndl02zh_iHA_aem_ba8fRCa8jGH4BVxDEzAvog

Children’s Homes of Paragould have invited us to their Homecoming Open House and Fish Fry to celebrate their 70th anniversary on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:30am.

Windsong church of Christ invites everyone to Praise & Harmony Songfest with Keith Lancaster on Saturday, September 27th from 3-5pm. See the bulletin board outside the office for more details.

Northside church of Christ invites everyone to the Science and Faith Seminar on October 4th-5th. See the bulletin board outside the office for more information.

There will be a baby shower for Thomas and Katie Horn in the Fellowship Room on September 28th from 1:30-3:00. Please contact Allyson Penrod if you can assist with the shower.

Somers Camping Weekend: If you like to camp, come join us for a weekend of camping at Pinnacle Mountain Park in Maumelle the weekend of October 17-19th. We’ll be in Loop A. Direct all questions to Adam Prestridge.

KEEP IN PRAYER 

Joe Ellis had partial toe amputation surgery on Friday. Please keep Joe and Marsha in your prayers as he recovers.

We extend our sympathy to Ima Jean Robinson and Janet Akins on the passing of Orin Robinson on Monday. Orin's funeral was held in Gainesville, Missouri on Friday. 

Jan Penrod and Geray Pickle request prayers for her mother, Sharon Fielder, who has been placed in hospice care at Kirby Pines in Memphis. Please be in prayer for the whole family. 

Patsy Jewel requests prayers for her nephew, Scott, who is having health issues.

Tammy Necessary requests prayers for her family, especially her dad, James Mayberry and her step mom, Margaret Mayberry as they deal with health issues.

Please continue to be in prayer for those with continued health problems including: Lovell Davis, Joe Ellis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, Ima Jean Robinson, & Sue Simmons.

LOOKING AHEAD

September 12-14 - Men’s Golf Retreat

September 17 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am 

September 21 - Elders/Deacons’ Meeting

September 21 - Bible Bowl Practice

September 21 - Sweatshirt Orders Due

September 24 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

September 26 - Ladies Chat 10am

September 28 - Horn’s Baby Shower