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Homegoing of Billy Carl Rice

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:49:27 -0400

In July our dear brother-in-law and best friend Billy Carl Rice (Joanna’s husband) had sudden open heart surgery. There were two weeks of roller-coaster emotions, when Bill would seem fine and then have a major setback. On July 15 he went to Heaven, surrounded by all of his family; we “sang” him to Heaven. We miss him terribly, but are confident that “our times are in His hands.” He was a wonderful pastor, encourager, soul-winner, and best friend. He was on JCMI advisory board and meant so much to all of us. Please pray especially for my sister Joanna who is on the JCMI office staff. We all miss Bill.

The Twins are here!

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:47:52 -0400

On June 10, Marilou Lyons (who is office manager for Joyful Christian Ministries) gave birth to twin boys 4 weeks early. Some of you remember reading the story of her prayer for a baby in the article “Lessons From a Pirate Ship” in last summer’s newsletter. These miracle babies were perfect but tiny! They got to go home just 5 days later and spent no time in intensive care. Praise the Lord. She has her hands full with a 6-year-old and newborn twins that keep her hopping! Please rejoice with us in His precious gifts of Reece Daniel and Alex Dailey!

New Bible study available by Elizabeth Handford

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:28:43 -0400

Volume 12, Women in the Parables.

This is her latest in the Find Out For Yourself Bible Study Series. Eleven lessons for group or individual study.

You may order it from our online bookstore or call the office at 1-8007JOYFUL.