WEEKLY NEWS & NOTES

New Elder Recommendations: The elders would like to thank the congregation for looking within and providing the names of Larry Curtis and John Pickle to be considered as additional elders for Somers.  The elders have talked with both and would like to recommend them to the congregation to become elders.  If anyone has any scriptural objection to either of these men, please provide that in writing to the elders with your name and explanation for your scriptural objection as soon as possible and before November 14th to allow time to gather any required information.  This may be sent to the elders@somersavenue.org email address.  The intent is to install both as elders on Sunday, November 16th, if no scriptural objections are found.  Thank you for your help in this process.  

The budget committee is now receiving budget requests for the 2026 calendar year. Please submit all requests by Sunday, November 16th to either Adam Prestridge, Duane Quesinberry, or Steve Mosley.

Hats and blankets for the Arkansas Children’s Hospital are due Sunday, November 16th. Please put items in a labeled bag with the following information: your name, number of items and “ACH”. Bags can be given to Linetta McDonald.

Calling all Bible Class teachers and helpers. We still need a few more Bible class teacher substitutes to sign up with Caroline Prestridge TODAY! Thank you.

Ladies, we will have a “Friendsmas” celebration on Friday, November 21st here at the building. All ladies of every age are encouraged to attend. We’ll have food, a gift exchange, and games. More details to follow. 

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!

KEEP IN PRAYER & PRAISE

Praise: Rylon Kelly commited his life to Christ and was baptized last Sunday morning. Welcome to the Somers family, Rylon!

Ima Jean Robinson is at Springhill Hospital. They are trying to determine the cause of some internal bleeding. She is stable and resting and will be there at least 48 hours.

Mary Daniel has received a diagnosis of inoperable Hepatocellular Carcinoma (liver cancer). A procedure performed this week was successful. 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 will begin treatment for kidney disease soon, which will include weekly infusions for 4 weeks.

Tim Jorgensen had a CT scan that showed some abnormalities. He has an MRI scheduled for Nov. 12th. Please pray for Tim.

 

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 11 - Happy Veterans Day!

November 12 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am (potluck lunch  to follow - men invited to lunch)

November 14-16 - SYG Get Lost Retreat

November 19 - Ladies Morning Bible Class 10am 

November 19 - SYG Friendsgiving

November 21 - Friendsmas Celebration for All Ladies 6pm

November 25 - Somers Sings Devotional (Tuesday)

November 26 - No Assembly 

November 27 - Thanksgiving Day

 

Sunday Morning Average Attendance for October 2025: 149 people 

Baptisms in October: 3

YTD Contribution: $367,827.80

YTD Budget for 2025: $392,834.10