Holy Humor Sunday!

The tradition that is "Holy Humor Sunday" dates back many centuries to the Orthodox churches of eastern Europe. 

“Holy Humor Sunday services not only give Christians an opportunity for ongoing celebrations of the greatest miracle in human history – Jesus’ resurrection – it also gives each of us an opportunity to celebrate, and give thanks for, our own smaller resurrections in this world and this life.”
— from The Joyfulnoiseletter website.

Joys from this morning:
+The recent rain we've gotten in this area.
+Burton L. was back in worship this morning!
+Wanda C., Lee M., and Marie R. brought home-made treats to share with us during our fellowship time.
+We have a potluck next Sunday (at 8:30 a.m.).
+We have an Ad Board meeting this coming Wednesday at 6:00 p.m., and yes, this is a good thing :)
+Wanda C. fell yesterday but had no injuries!
+Kirke M. was here leading the singing today!
+The Iraan Archeology seminar was a success - thanks to Marie R. for bringing some of the leftover treats to share with us today!!!

 Concerns from this morning:
+Those recovering from the recent tornadoes in Texas and elsewhere.
+Billie Lou H. (Lois Ann M.'s aunt) has been admitted to hospice.
+Those absent from worship today.
+The people of Syria.

 Continued prayers:
+Our church +Our community youth +Our schools, athletes, coaches, teachers and students +Our nation, government, & leaders +Our military and their families +The homeless +The unemployed +Unspoken requests +Victims of natural disasters +Countries fighting for freedom.

Continued Prayer Concerns:
Aaron B., Tommy B., Jonnie D., Denise D., Greg H., Steven H., Billie Lou H., Burton L., Julie L., Shane M., Kathy P., Naomi S., and Colton W.