Astounding Sisterhood

What a productive meeting on last evening!

After the meeting was called to order, Sister Peggy led us in prayer. I lieu of a devotional I shared "Are You Ok?" based on a Bitemoji that caused me to think about folks who don't realize how blessed they are.

In our old business was the treasurer's report by Sister Elmira Wicker from her and Sister Mary Garner. Prayer request for the sick and shut in was concerning Sister Mildred Spriggins. Her daughter Antonia Spriggins had brain surgery on yesterday. Please lift her up immediately upon reading of this request.

Sister Annette Yancy suggested and gave us the synopsis of an appropriate Christian movie so the membership has decided to go to see the movie Breakthrough at the AMC on April 23, 2019. She will text the start times and I will text and email the membership. Of course each member is to forward any text or email to make sure that we reach everyone.

Our next meeting will be a lunch meeting at Applebee's on Airline Highway. That meeting will be at 1:00PM instead of our usual time of 6:00 on Tuesday May 14.

Another date to remember is May 4. Graduates and retirees should have their names turned in to the office by then. Graduates and retirees breakfast is the last Sunday in May which is May 26 (8:00 AM). They can also send their information as a reply to this blog entry in the comments below. Also on May 4 at 7:30 PM the Sisterhood will attend the New Venture production of the dance musical Cookout at the LSU Shaver Theater. Admission price is $20.

It was brought to the attention of the membership that Sister Doris Hawkins, president of the Home Mission Ministry requested that the Sisterhood participate in the prayer breakfast in May. It was decided by the membership that we would support her in attendance and that I could help her with the designing of the program that she has planned but we do not have the money in our budget to help co-sponsor it this year.

Remember that for all ventures 'off campus' those of us who live near will meet in the south parking lot of the church, at least 30 minutes prior to the event lot of the church to make sure that we can consolidate rides. This is a service that is especially for some of our more seasoned sisters who no longer drive at night or across town. Also consider picking up someone who lives near you or on the way.

Not only will I see you, Sisters, I will see your guests as you remind other sister that EVERY female at Mount Pilgrim is a member of THE  SISTERHOOD MINISTRY.

Don't forget that God loves you and I love you,
and there's nothing you can do about it! 💓

Sister Kathy

Sisterhood Reminder for April 9, 2019

Sisterhood meeting is tomorrow evening, Sisters.

I know we decided to see Green Book together but when I found the date that we could go my husband said it was already on PPV on DTV.  I'd like to suggest the just released movie starring Taraji P. Henson The Best of Enemies. It is playing at Movie Tavern which is the closets theater to us. Click the link to see a synopsis. 
Sister Doris Hawkins has called me to ask if the Sisterhood would like to participate in the Prayer Breakfast again. I informed her that we would discuss it at meeting and I would let her know what the membership says. Since I was out I was not aware if we had already chosen this activity or if we are on the calendar for Mother's Day Luncheon.
Now that it's April, it's time for lunch or dinner at Applebee's! 
See you tomorrow evening at 6:00 pm, Sisters!

I love you; God loves you... and there is nothing you can do about it!
Kathy Michael

March is Disabilities Awareness Month , Famous People and Eye Care

"In 1987 President Ronald Reagan proclaimed March “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.” The deinstitutionalization movement of the seventies and early eighties had laid the foundation for significant social change, and the presidential proclamation called upon Americans to provide the “encouragement and opportunities” necessary for people with developmental disabilities to reach their potential." [Source: Special Needs Alliance website
https://www.specialneedsalliance.org/march-is-developmental-disabilities-awareness-month/]

Famous People with Disabilities

Famous People with Visual Impairments

Common Age-Related Eye Diseases

Movies and Fellowship

We decided last night that 

1. The money we gave Sister Nona for the dinner would be a love gift to Pastor for his anniversary.

2. We would start going to eat out together in April. We will start with Appleby's on Airline Hwy. Some future restaurants for fellowship are: Lagniappe of Zachary, LaMadeline's and Olive Garden. 

3. I would find out when and where Green Book is still playing so we can decide on when to go.

4. We will try another time to go for coffee and snack at Southern Grind Cofe.

5. For every place we go we will first meet at the church to consolidate rides for those who have trouble driving at night

I found the next times for the showing of Greenbook. 

Keep an eye open for this next movie that our friend who helps with the promotion of inspirational films. I just received a notice about this one today. Sorry, I had to take out the links for it to publish properly from my email.

Subject: RSVP to Influencer Screenings and Free Resources for THE BEST OF ENEMIES

RSVP for Early FREE Screenings & Download FREE Resources SERMON OUTLINES MOVIE CLIPS PRIVATE SCREENINGS CLICK HERE WATCH THE TRAILER ABOUT THE MOVIE The Best of Enemies tells the true story of Ann Atwater, a civil rights leader and Christian in Durham North Carolina who's still fighting against segregated schools - 18 years after Brown vs. the Board of Education. Ann gets talked into being a co-chair on a of a school integration committee with CP Ellis, the local head of the Klan. Naturally, sparks fly. Ann realizes that her anger - while totally justified - is getting her nowhere, so she turns to kindness as the Bible instructs us. And that decision to "love her enemy" changes everything. This official pastor resource site includes a sermon on "how to love your enemies" and clips from the film as visual illustrations. Sister Peggy Wallace announced that Sisters Supporting Sisters is hosting "Lunch in Your PJs" at Camphor Memorial Methodist Church on April 6, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The theme is "Health, Wellness and Me." By the way, those photos Peggy took at the anniversary dinner for Sister Bilberry have been uploaded to the previous post. That's all for now. Oh,  except that you should look over there ⇨ in that sidebar and put your email address in the box that has "FOLLOW BY EMAIL" above it. God loves you; I love you, and there's nothing you can do about it! YSIC,💖 Kathy Michael

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Reminder!

We've had a lot  of things go on this past week with the anniversaries! I have some great pictures that Sister Peggy sent to me. I may have them downloaded to this post sometime tomorrow. It involves getting them from one device to another.

We , the Sisterhood. have meeting tomorrow evening at 6:00PM so please spread the word.

We will return to Southern Grind Cofe another time. Meanwhile, think of the perfect time for most of us to see the movie Green Book together. I had to see it last week but I want to go again with my sisters! No spoilers from me, though!  We will also do late lunch at a place where the majority chooses.
See you Tuesday, March 12 at 6PM!

YSIC,
Kathy Michael

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Addendum
Below are the photos from the dinner held in Sister Billberry's honor, organized by Sister Nona Haynes. Photo credits to Sister Peggy Wallace. Great job, sisters!

This Week as SISTERS!

Good morning!

We had a productive meeting last month. Our next meeting will be Tuesday March 12. We have a call volunteer but please share the information with all sisters in your contact base whether by call, text, or email.

Also share our next fellowship which is tomorrow at Southern Grind Cofe located at the Scenic Highway and Scotland Avenue/Swan Street crossover. It's in the same location where Brother Sewell's store used to be. at 8418 Scotland Avenue. It is refreshing to have such an outing while supporting this type of business in our community.

Our plan is to meet in the church parking lot first and consolidate for carpooling at 1:15 PM. We are to meet at SGC at 1:30 PM.
While there we can discuss our next outing  to the movies to see The Green Book.

Here's the Yelp page link: https://www.yelp.com/biz/southern-grind-cofe-baton-rouge
 Here's the Facebook page link:  https://www.facebook.com/southerngrindcofe/

We want to give praises for the planning and implementing of the dinner for First Lady Billberry by Sister Nona Haynes. The Sisterhood members agreed to give a donation for this endeavor. I understand it was a wonderful event. I wish I could have been there, but the folks sent in my place --including my mother --gave wonderful reports!

God loves you; I love you...and there's nothing you can do about it!
See you soon!

Sister Kathy

P.S. The prayer I shared last month is below and the link to the healthy soul food recipes is below.

      

A Prayer for When You are Battle Weary
By Bobbie Schaeperkoetter

Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you. - 2 Chronicles 20:17

Do you feel the tension that seems to permeate the air of this world lately? Things just feel heavy. Hearts are hurting. People are discouraged and dissatisfied. It seems as if this whole world is worn down from struggles and it would be so very easy to just give in to the pull of weariness and discontent.

In the middle of the strife and struggles, we can start to feel overwhelmed, worn, and just plain weary. When these feelings come, and they linger far past their welcome, what can we do to keep our heads up? How do we remain hopeful when things just seem so difficult?

Maybe a good place to start is to look at someone else who was weary in the battle and see how they overcame it. In 2 Chronicles 20, Jehoshaphat is facing a multitude that has come against him. He’s going to have to fight his enemies. However, when he seeks God’s battle plan, he sees that it is a little different than the one he might have been considering.

Maybe like Jehoshaphat, God’s plan to overcome our battles looks a little different than ours.

Battle weary friend, we do not need to be overcome by the strife and the difficulties that surround us. Let’s give up our battle plan with all of the fear, worry, discouragement, wobbliness, and struggling that it brings and follow God’s plan instead. We can embrace the peace, hope, and assurance He offers. After all, His record for victory is pretty solid.

Let’s Pray:

Lord, I admit, I am weary. Life is going a million miles an hour and I am just trying to hang on. I am tired and I am afraid when I look to the future and think about all that is coming. Lord, I know You want me to trust You through this. I know You want me to surrender this weariness to You. I surrender now. Fill me with Your strength. Fill me with Your presence. Help me find moments today of rest and rejuvenation. Thank You that You never abandon us in the midst of the battle. Thank you for your everlasting faithfulness. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

https://www.ibelieve.com/print/11771576/ 

Healthy Soul Food Recipes: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/healthdisp/pdf/recipes/Recipes-African-American.pdf

Sisterhood Meeting Tomorrow!

Good evening, my sister sweethearts! February meeting is tomorrow and I'm looking forward to seeing you all! Our January meeting was very productive. We decided to pick plays and movies to go to as a group. Sister Annette agreed to be on the lookout for the appropriate venues for us. We might even go for coffee! I know just the place! Wear red for Women's Heart Health Awareness and bring a Valentine's Day gift worth no more than $3. There will be door prizes again! Do you have a devotional moment to share? See you at six!  YSIC, Kathy Michael P.S.  Don't forget to sign up for our blogspot at this link: Mount Pilgrim Sisterhood Ministry Then look to the right, fil in your email address so that you can receive notifications every time there's an update. You know what to do with this message--FORWARD!  Mount Pilgrim Sisterhood Ministry sis·ter·hood noun \-ˌhu̇d\ 1 a : the state of being a sister b : sisterly relationship 2 : a community or societ...

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