Prayers are requested for retired elder Rev. Dale Hook on the passing of his wife, Jean Hoak. Her service will be held Friday, October 6 at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Resurrection (13720 Roe Ave., Leawood, KS) in the Wesley Chapel.

Prayers are requested for SE District Superintendent Bruce Baxter and his wife Audrey as they await the arrival of twin grandchildren who are several weeks early. Works of encouragement can be sent to Bruce Baxter, SE District, 6 N. Clark, Cape Girardeau, MO  63701.