Announcements:

• If you need prayer for any reason, contact one of the Deacons or Rev. Robinson, If you need to make an appt with Rev. Robinson, contact Alma Waller for more information.

• If you are homebound and want communion, please contact Deacon Jermone Mangum or Deacon Charles Guy.

• If you have death in your family, contact Deacon Jerome Mangum.

• **Auxillaries, it is not too soon to start thinking about your budget for next year. Contact Brother Greg Gipson for additional information.

• The Leadership Council is requesting your input on the Bylaws. Your feedback is important, and all members are encouraged to share their ideas. Please note Articles 9-12 are for review in October. Suggestions must be submitted in writing and can be given to your auxillary president placed in the suggestion box at the foot of the podium or given to any member of the Leadership Council. If you need a copy of the Bylaws, please contact Deacon Frank Price.

• The Brotherhood is collecting toiletries for their Annual Prison Ministry Project. Items being collected are toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, bar soap, shampoo, and conditioner. NO mouthwash and all toothbrushes must be individually packaged. If you prefer to make a monetary donation, it can be given to Deacon Charles Guy or any Brotherhood member for more details.

Events for next year:

• The Wild Game Days will be held on January 20th and if you would like to make a monetary donation to help with the purchase of the food. Please contact Deacon Charles Guy.

• The MS Baptist State Convention is hosting a Black History Gala at the IP Resort on Feb. 21, 2026. Dress is African attire. Tickets are $100.00 and can be purchased from Sister Theresa Dantzler at any time.

**Pray for community, our city, state, and our nation. Special prayers for those who are without the necessary resources to live.