WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

The Change for Children Campaign kicks off today. Thank you, Micah Brinkley, for being here to share a message and explain this wonderful event. Everyone, be sure to grab a coin bank on your way out today.

The McAlmost church of Christ invites all women to their upcoming Tea Party Extravaganza on May 23rd. More details are posted on the bulletin board outside the church office.

A baby boy shower for Cassadee and Gentry Miller will be held on May 31st, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:30pm  in the Fellowship Room. See their registry here: https://my.babylist.com/cassadee-miller .

PRAYERS & PRAISE

Please continue to pray for Charles Hays Miller who is currently in the NICU.

Dana Stroud had knee replacement surgery, which went well. She is recovering at home with her family.

Please continue to pray for Gary Robinson as he continues to work through the effects of his stroke.

Michael Barfield is home recovering after vertebrae surgery. 

PRAISE: Rebecca Jorgensen’s nephew, Spencer, who is a naval pilot in the Middle East is HOME! 

Tammy Necessary requests prayers for her father, James Mayberry, who was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. James was admitted to the hospital last week with dehydration and low BP. Right now the doctors are setting priority on his current condition. 

Tim Jorgensen is meeting with several doctors to determine next steps following his femur biopsy and liver MRI.

Please pray for those with continued health problems including: Barbara Stafford, Lovell Davis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, & Sue Simmons.

LOOKING AHEAD

May 17 - Change for Children Kick Off

May 20 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

May 27 - Somers Sings

May 31 - Baby Shower for Cassadee & Gentry Miller 

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for April 2026: 181 people 

YTD Contribution: $164.512.59

YTD Budget for 2026:    $147,332

WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

Happy Mother’s Day! We hope you enjoyed the Muffins for Moms and Mentors event this morning. All mothers, please be sure to pick up your gift in the foyer before leaving. We want you all to know how much we love and appreciate our moms and female mentors here at Somers.

This Wednesday, May 13th, Ladies Morning Bible Class will have a potluck lunch following 10am class. Men are invited to attend the lunch. 

The McAlmost church of Christ invites all women to their upcoming Tea Party Extravaganza on May 23rd. More details are posted on the bulletin board outside the church office.

A baby boy shower for Cassadee and Gentry Miller will be held on May 31st, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:30pm  in the Fellowship Room. See their registry here: https://my.babylist.com/cassadee-miller .

KEEP IN PRAYER

Please continue to pray for Charles Hays Miller who is currently in the NICU.

Dana Stroud had knee replacement surgery last week, which went well. She is recovering at home with her family.

Congratulations to Jimmy and Katie Skaggs on the birth of their daughter, Karis Lea, born at 1:45pm on April 21, 2026. A meal train is set up for the Skaggs family. You can find the link on the Somers Avenue FB Family Exchange page or speak with Judy Bury.

Michael Barfield is home recovering after vertebrae surgery. 

Rebecca Jorgensen requests prayers for her nephew, Spencer, who is a naval pilot in the Middle East. Please pray for peace for Spencer, the family, and the nations in turmoil.

Tammy Necessary requests prayers for her father, James Mayberry, who was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. He has an appointment this Wednesday to find out what stage and his treatment options. Please pray that they caught it early.

Tim Jorgensen had a biopsy Thursday, May 7th, for an active spot on his femur, and an MRI yesterday for activity seen in the liver. 

Please pray for those with continued health problems including: Barbara Stafford, Lovell Davis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, & Sue Simmons.

LOOKING AHEAD

May 10 - Mother’s Day & Muffins for Moms and Mentors in AC

May 13 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am w/ potluck to follow

May 17 - Change for Children Kick Off

May 20 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

May 27 - L2L Recognition Sunday & Elders’ & Deacons’ Meeting

May 29 - Ladies Chat 10am

May 27 - Somers Sings

May 29 - Arkansas Travelers Night

May 31 - Baby Shower for Cassadee & Gentry Miller 

WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

Men’s Breakfast will be held in the AC on May 7th at 6:30pm. All men are welcome!

Glenview Teacher Appreciation Lunch will be this Thursday, May 7th. To help, please contact Sean Ashberry.

Celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10th! We invite all moms and female mentors to our annual Muffins for Moms and Mentors event that morning in the Activities Center. Join us before Bible class for coffee and breakfast pastries. To help with set up or clean up, please contact Caroline Prestridge or Jonathan Penrod.

The McAlmost church of Christ invites all women to their upcoming Tea Party Extravaganza on May 23rd. More details are posted on the bulletin board outside the church office.

A baby boy shower for Cassadee and Gentry Miller will be held on May 31st, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:30pm in the Fellowship Room. See their registry here: https://my.babylist.com/cassadee-miller .

KEEP IN PRAYER

Bevely Baker is home from the hospital recovering from a fractured vertebrae. 

Please continue to pray for Charles Hays Miller who was born on April 17, 2026 at 29 weeks and is currently in the NICU.

Dana Stroud had knee replacement surgery on Monday, which went well. She is recovering at home with her family.

Congratulations to Jimmy and Katie Skaggs on the birth of their daughter, Karis Lea, born at 1:45pm on April 21, 2026. A meal train is set up for the Skaggs family. You can find the link on the Somers Avenue FB Family Exchange page or speak with Judy Bury.

Michael Barfield is home recovering after vertebrae surgery. 

Rebecca Jorgensen requests prayers for her nephew, Spencer, who is a naval pilot in the Middle East. Please pray for peace for Spencer, the family, and the nations in turmoil.

Tim Jorgensen requests continued prayer as he undergoes further testing, including a second biopsy.

Many of our members are at the Somers Spring Retreat this weekend. Please pray for their safe return today.

Please pray for those with continued health problems including: Barbara Stafford, Lovell Davis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, & Sue Simmons.

LOOKING AHEAD

May 1-3 - Somers Spring Retreat

May 6 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

May 7 - Men’s Breakfast 6am

May 7 - Glenview Teacher Appreciation Lunch

May 10 - Mother’s Day & Muffins for Moms and Mentors in AC

May 13 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am w/ potluck to follow

May 17 - Change for Children Kick Off

May 20 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am

May 27 - L2L Recognition Sunday & Elders’ & Deacons’ Meeting

May 29 - Ladies Chat 10am

May 27 - Somers Sings

May 29 - Arkansas Travelers Night

May 31 - Baby Shower for Cassadee & Gentry Miller 

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for March 2026: 149 people 

YTD Contribution: $136,226.73 

YTD Budget for 2025:   $110,499 

WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

L2L Recognition Sunday is today, April 26th. 

There is an elders and deacons meeting today, Sunday, April 26 at 2:30pm.

SomerTime is just around the corner, and we are getting t-shirts! Our goal is to give each child 4yrs-12th grade a shirt regardless of ability to pay. To do this, we need your help. First, we need all parents to fill out the t-shirt order form today so that we can order the correct size for each child. Second, we request that any Backpack Buddy or adult friend willing to gift a shirt fill out the form below. Payment will be requested later. Finally, if you are an adult and would like to purchase an additional t-shirt for yourself, please fill out the adult t-shirt order form. 

Child shirt order form (one free shirt per child): https://forms.gle/2gaGZwbQ4ENDdoPQ8 

Backpack Buddy gifting form: https://forms.gle/MmSeJF18GUSRgpcs6 

Adult shirt order form: https://forms.gle/EZjGZKmV1WAS8vxy6 

KEEP IN PRAYER & PRAISE

Bevely Baker is home from the hospital recovering from a fractured vertebrae. 

Please continue to pray for Charles Hays Miller who was born on April 17, 2026 at 29 weeks and is currently in the NICU.

Congratulations to Jimmy and Katie Skaggs on the birth of their daughter, Karis Lea, born at 1:45pm on April 21, 2026. 

Michael Barfield is home recovering after vertebrae surgery. 

Rebecca Jorgensen requests prayers for her nephew, Spencer, who is a naval pilot in the Middle East. Please pray for peace for Spencer, the family, and the nations in turmoil.

Tim Jorgensen requests continued prayer as he undergoes further testing, including a second biopsy.

Please pray for those with continued health problems including: Barbara Stafford, Lovell Davis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, & Sue Simmons.

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for March 2026: 149 people 

YTD Contribution: $136,226.73 

YTD Budget for 2025:   $110,499 

WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

Hats and blankets for the Arkansas Children’s Hospital: The ladies of Somers completed a tremendous service project this year! They crafted 226 blankets and 675 hats (and counting) for donation. While the initial goal was the Arkansas Children’s Hospital, the sheer volume of finished items allowed for a broader reach. Blankets were also shared with children's homes in Morilton and Paragould, as well as with River City Ministries. Thank you, ladies, for dedicating your time and talent to serve "the least of these." May the Father receive all the glory for this wonderful effort.

Somers Sings Date Change! To accommodate those traveling for the holidays, we will have our mid-week assembly on Tuesday night, November 25th, instead of Wednesday. This is the last week of the quarter, so we will all meet together in the auditorium for the end of the quarter Somers Sings night.

Please save the date for our annual Crazy Card Party on Saturday, December 13th at 6:00pm. This is for adults only. Get ready for a fun evening of games, food, and fellowship. More details to come!

Glenview Food Boxes: This year's Glenview Elementary food boxes are designed to address ongoing family food insecurity. Each box costs about $50 at Walmart. A list of needed items was shared last week via email and FB. Our goal is 40 boxes. Bring items to the stage before December 14th. You can also donate money for gift cards, which families can use for perishable items (milk, meat, bread). Contribute via cash, a check to Somers, or the app (select 'Glenview').

Mark your calendars! The annual SomersKids’ Lunch with Santa and Glenview Service Project is scheduled for Sunday, December 14th. Join us in the AC immediately following services for:

• Lunch and photos with Santa.

• Decorating boxes for the Glenview Elementary food distribution project.

RSVP: Please RSVP to Caroline Prestridge by December 7th so we can order the right amount of food.

Volunteer: If you are able to help with decorating the AC, serving food, or providing cookies or stickers, please contact Caroline Prestridge.

KEEP IN PRAYER

Bill White has a highly contagious bacterial infection and is being treated at home.

David Clements’ brother, Larry, is scheduled for surgery in January for his renal cell carcinoma.

Kayla Thomas was scheduled for surgery on today, Wednesday, November 19th at Baptist Springhill and expected to be in the hospital several days. Kayla and her husband, Decarlo, request prayers for a successful procedure and speedy recovery. (no new updates at this time)

Mary Daniel has received a diagnosis of inoperable Hepatocellular Carcinoma (liver cancer). The next step in her treatment is an embolization to mitigate the risk of hemorrhage from large blood vessels within the mass. She is also being evaluated for possible immunotherapy in mid-November and will consult with palliative medicine to explore additional options. Mary would appreciate telephone calls and masked in-person visits; however, please confirm her availability in advance due to her compromised immunity. Your continued prayers are greatly appreciated. 

Mary Hughes has completed 3 of 4 treatments for kidney disease with positive results so far.

Tim Jorgensen is waiting to get the results from his MRI.

Zach Douglas had nitrogen explode in his eyes at work on Wednesday, which lodged debris in both of his corneas. He was evaluated at UAMS. Doctors found that the damage was mostly on the surface of his cornea and should repair itself completely in about a week or two. Zach will have a follow up appointment in 6 weeks and can return to work on Monday.

Please pray for those with continued health problems including: Lovell Davis, Gail Jenkins, Joel Gray, Gil & Sue Myatt, Ima Jean Robinson, & Sue Simmons.

LOOKING AHEAD

November 25 - Somers Sings Devotional (Tuesday)

November 26 - No Assembly 

November 27 - Thanksgiving Day

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for October 2025: 155 people 

YTD Contribution: $367,827.80

YTD Budget for 2025:   $392,834.10