ASSEMBLY TIMES: - SUNDAY Morning Bible Classes 9:30 AM; - SUNDAY Morning Worship Service 10:30 AM; - SUNDAY Evening Worship Service 6:00 PM; - And, WEDNESDAY Night Classes 7:00 PM
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David & Jennifer Sparks invited the church to their house for a Christmas fellowship after the evening service on December 19, 2021. They provided several dishes, and everyone brought a "finger food" to go along with the meal. Everything was delicious, and we had a great time getting to visit with each other.
We appreciate David and Jennifer so much for their gracious hospitality.
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On December 7, 2021, the annual Christmas party was held in the activity building. This year's meal was catered, and we had roast beef, smothered chicken, potatoes, green beans, salad, and bread. The ladies of the church brought desserts. Everything was delicious!
After the meal, we all joined in song as we sang Christmas songs. After that, Santa made an appearance for the children of the congregation.
We hope everyone has a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!
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On December 5th, Sonda Baker and Hailey Brooks hosted the annual Ladies Christmas Ornament Exchange in Henry and Sonda's new home. Sonda and Hailey prepared all of the food for the event, and they went above and beyond anyone's expectations. Everything was delicious, and the home and decorations were beautiful! There were 35 ladies who attended this much anticipated annual event. To the left are a few pictures of some who were gathered and of the food and decorations.
We appreciate Henry, Sonda and Hailey so much for all that they do for the church. They definitely have a servant's heart.
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On November 16th, the ladies Bible Class had a baked potato luncheon. Eva Walker, Gayle Hamilton, Renee Whitley, and Jeanette Alford prepared the potatoes, and those who attended brought side dishes to go with them. It turned into a delicious meal for everyone.
It is so nice to have such a bond like the ladies of the Crockett Road Church of Christ have for one another. They are truly eternal sisters in Christ!!!
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The "Singles and Single Again" group was treated to a Thanksgiving Luncheon by the youth of the church on November 14th after the morning worship service. They had a delicious meal that was prepared and served by the youth. Everything was delicious.
We really appreciate Doug and Alison for all that they do for the body of Christ. They definitely keep the kids busy!
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On November 13th, the Funtimers group took a trip to Henderson, Texas for the annual Henderson Syrup Festival.
The tradition of ribbon cane syrup making is commemorated at the Annual Heritage Syrup Festival, held the second Saturday of November from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The highlight of the only folk life festival in East Texas is the syrup making demonstration on the Depot Museum grounds. Experienced syrup makers operate the museum’s antique mule powered equipment to produce old fashioned cane syrup.
While the syrup cooks, other folk artist demonstrate the techniques of lace making, rope making, basket making, blacksmithing, broom making, wood carving, quilting, and other old-time survival skills. Folk singers entertain, antique tractors whine, a petting zoo, and local civic organizations offer a varied selection of food and beverages.
From the museum, the festivities spread six blocks to Heritage Square, which is located in the Downtown National Register Historic District. Browse among the 150 handcrafted arts and crafts booths, sample East Texas cuisine and enjoy the musical entertainment on stage one. Enjoy Henderson’s Civic Theatre performance of a melodrama at the Opera House.
Everyone had a great day eating, visiting, and taking in all of the exhibits at the festival.
The next trip will be on November 20th to "Christmas on the Square" in Crockett, Texas. If you are interested in going, please sign up on the list outside the secretary's office.
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On November 4th, the Funtimers Group took a trip up to New London, Texas to the New London Museum, Cafe, and Soda Fountain.
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The Crockett Road Church of Christ hosted a "Trunk or Treat" for the kids after the evening worship service on halloween night. Everyone had a great time, and it was a lot of fun seeing all of the children dressed up in their halloween costumes.
Thank you Jill Camp for providing us with the pictures.
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We had the October Monday Night for the Master on October 25th. We met in the activity building at 6:15 p.m. to enjoy a meal of pizza, salad, and delicious desserts. We had 51 who attended the meal and then went to doing various things around the building that needed to be done. It is so nice to have so many in our eternal family who are willing to meet together to serve our Lord and Savior.
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The Ladies Bible Class had a beautiful, cool, bright autumn day for taking an out of town outing on October 19th, and they did just that. The ladies traveled to Mabank, Texas and spent the day browsing the many antique shops and enjoyed lunch at the VICTORIAN LADY TEA ROOM. The ladies were joined by their minister Dan Manuel, bus driver Charles McCullough, and Wayne Cartwright. They were able to enjoy good fellowship and good food. It was truly a blessed day.
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The "Fun Timers" from Crockett Road Church of Christ enjoyed another evening dining out on October 14, 2021. They rotate each month, and this time they ate at the Texas Roadhouse in Tyler. Thanks to Charles McCullough for driving the bus and getting everyone there and back safely.
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Doug and Alison Rader hosted a pumpkin carving get-together at their house after the evening worship service on October 17, 2021. Everyone had a great time, and carved some very unique pumpkins. It is always great when we are able to enjoy doing things together as brothers and sisters in Christ.
We would like to thank Doug and Alison for opening their home to the kids.
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The Fall Fellowship Luncheon was held on October 17th. We all enjoyed a delicious meal of all kinds of home cooked meats, vegetables, and desserts. Everything was delicious!
Linda loves animals and is always collecting the scraps to take home to feed various animals. I couldn't help but take a picture of the big plate of food in front of her. hahaha (She didn't eat from this plate. She was taking it home to feed the animals in her neighborhood).
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The Ladies Bible class meets every Tuesday morning at 9:30 for Bible study. After the class on October 12th, they went to "Mama's Seafood" to enjoy a meal together.
If you would like to attend the Bible class, you are always welcome to join in.
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The Monday Night for the Master started back on September 27th after the summer break. We had a great turnout of 45 who showed up to enjoy a meal of Mazzio's Pizza together before doing various tasks that needed to be done at the church building. We had some delicious desserts that several ladies of the congregation brought too! It was great to be able to get back together and do some work for the Lord!
Our next Monday Night for the Master will be on October 25th. We hope to see you there!
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The Ladies Bible Class started back on September 14, 2021 after the summer recess. There were 25 ladies who attended, and it was wonderful to have the class start back. After the lesson, the group met in the activity building for salad and pizza. The ladies of the Crockett Road Church of Christ are a valuable asset to the congregation, and we appreciate them so much.
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The annual Ice Cream Supper was held on August 1st after the evening worship. Everyone had a wonderful time, and it was a great evening of fellowship. We had a huge crowd. It was possibly the biggest crowd we've had since Covid disrupted everything last year. Almost all of the seats were filled.
Thanks to Doug and Alison Rader and all of our young people who served ice cream and helped get everything ready. You did a great job!
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Tonight’s Summer Youth Series in Rusk was so uplifting and lots of fun. We praised God through song for nearly a full hour, heard a great lesson from Carter, a young preaching student studying at Heritage Christian University, and enjoyed a delicious meal and a neat activity. The car ride there and back was filled with exactly zero dull moments with these talkative girls!
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The youth group met together on July 10th to host a car wash. The car wash was donation only, and it was held to raise money which will be used to purchase school clothing for needy kids. We are so proud of the children of our church! They are always willing to do whatever they can for others. Lisa Krumnow will take the money that they raised and stretch each dollar to get new clothing for the kids in need!
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The 2021 annual watermelon supper was held on July 4th after the evening service. After a year of Covid-19, the attendance has been increasing, and we had 100 at the evening service on the 4th. We had over 50 that stayed for the watermelons, and they were delicious! Everyone had a great time. It is so good to be able to get back to normal after all of the shut-downs from last year.
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The youth group hosted a "Teacher's Appreciation Dinner" on July 1, 2021 in the activity building to honor those who are currently teaching and those who have taught in the past at Crockett Road Church of Christ. Everyone enjoyed a meal of ham, macaroni and cheese, corn casserole, peas, salad, coconut cake and key lime pie which was served by the youth group. The youth also gave the teachers beautiful potted plants as a token of appreciation.
Those who were specifically honored at the dinner were:
Audrey Manuel, who has been teaching at the Crockett Road Church of Christ since they moved here 49 years ago.
Jeanette Alford, who has been teaching for the past 32 consecutive years.
Mary Jo Thomason, who has been teaching for the past 30 consecutive years.
Carol Ann Cartwright, who started teaching at Crockett Road Church of Christ in 1954.
We appreciate all of those who have so lovingly taught the youth of the church throughout the years.
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Due to covid-19, the 2020 Summer Youth Series was cancelled. But the 2021 Summer Youth Series has begun. The first one was held on June 22, 2021 at the Crockett Road Church of Christ. Preston McElyea was the guest speaker, and he did an amazing job delivering a very relevant lesson. Mike Hortman, from the Angelina church of Christ in Lufkin, led the singing, and it was beautiful to hear everyone sing with such enthusiasm. After the service, everyone went to the activity building for refreshments and to play games. Ladies of the congregation were asked to bring cookies, and they brought enough for an army!!! It was great to be able to get together again with those of like faith.
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The youth (5th grade and up) had a great time kicking off summertime with fun, food and fellowship. I’m not exactly how many hot dogs were eaten and how many s’mores were made, but nobody went hungry...
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The final Monday Night For the Master before summer was held on May 24th at 6:15 P.M. in the activity building. We had 37 who met together for a meal of salad, pizza, and all kinds of desserts (brought by ladies of the church) before breaking up into groups and doing various things around the church that needed to be done. We really appreciate everyone who took the time to come to the get-together and participate. I know that the Lord loves it when we serve Him and put Him first in our lives.
We will not have another Monday Night for the Master until September.
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On May 23, 2021, we had our annual fellowship luncheon to honor our graduates. We only had one graduate this year. Chloe Collins will be graduating from Elkhart High School on May 28th. She is the daughter of Dana Collins and the granddaughter of Dan and Audrey Manuel. She has been quite successful while a student at Elkhart. She was in the Spanish Club, Secretary and vice president of the Interact club, National Honor Society, and the Drama Club where she was in the one act play that made it to state. She was selected to the All-Star Cast and Honorable All-Star Cast while competing in the one-act play. She was selected Best Actress for 3 years.
Her awards in high school were: Freshman student of the month, All A Honor Roll for 3 years, A & B Honor Roll for one year, Spanish 1 and Spanish 2 Student of the year, Career Prep Student of the Year. Chloe received the Scholars Award, the Distinguished Medal, and the Top Ten Chord and Medal.
Her Lads to Leaders/Church awards: Speech and Speech top 6 finalist; Pearls Test high scorer; L2L BulletinBoards; Year around Bible reading award; Year around Puppet Theater award. Chloe has participated in ladies brunches and has assisted in the nursing home ministry as well as various service projects.
Chloe will be graduating #5 out of her class. After graduation, she plans to attend the University of Texas at Dallas to pursue her career as an actuarial scientist.
We are very proud of Chloe and all of her accomplishments. She is a wonderful young Christian lady who has been bless by God with a lot of potential. We are certain that she will be using her talents for our Lord.
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The Ladies Class had 15 in attendance at their class on May 11th. After class, they had a luncheon together to commemorate the last class they will have until September. Each of the ladies brought covered dishes, and the food and time together was enjoyed by all.
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The April Monday Night For The Master was held on April 26th. We had 40 people who met to enjoy a meal together and then do various jobs around the building. The night started off with salad, Mazzio's pizza, and desserts in the activity building. We appreciate Sandy for preparing the salad and for the ladies of the church for the delicious desserts.
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After the evening worship services on April 11, 2021, the church hosted a sandwich supper in appreciation to the Lads to Leaders group. We had a smorgasbord of varios sandwiches, chips, and desserts. We really appeciate all of those who contributed to the food and for supporting the Lads to Leaders grouop.
We are very proud of all the children who participated in this years Lads to Leaders competition. The children worked very hard on all of their entries, and their adult leaders did also. Their hard work paid off with them winning a lot of medals and also first place overall in their puppet competition.
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After over a year waiting (because of Covid), we were able to have a church fellowship luncheon following the morning worship service on March 28, 2021. We had around 80 who stayed after the morning service to enjoy a meal together and enjoy fellowship with each other. We had several visitors with us that morning, and most of them stayed for the luncheon. We are certainly glad that they did. It is so nice to be able to start getting back to normal. We have certainly missed our brothers and sisters in Christ who have been isolated due to the coronavirus.
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Over 40 people met for the March Monday Night for the Master on March 22, 2021 in the activity building. The night started off with a meal together which consisted of a delicious salad made by Sandy Singleterry, pizzas from Mazzio's pizza, a desserts. After everyone finished the meal, they divided up into separate groups to do various things around the building. We appreciate all of those who came and gave a few minutes of their time to serve in such a worthy cause.
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The Lads To Leaders hosted a Retiree Luncheon for retired members of the church on February 28, 2021 in the activity building. The event had originally been planned for February 14th, but it had to be postponed due to inclement weather. There were over 40 people in attendance at the luncheon, and everyone had a great time.
The Lads To Leaders served the retirees fried chicken, baked potatoes, green beans, and rolls. Pound cake with strawberries and cool whip were served for the dessert.
Everyone had a great time and enjoyed the meal very much.
We appreciate Doug and Alison Rader, Amanda Lane, and Katie Holmes for organizing the event and helping the group get the meal prepared. We appreciate the Lads To Leaders group for serving the meal and waiting tables. It was an enjoyable luncheon.
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The young ladies in the Lads to Leaders group hosted a Ladies Brunch on January 30th for the ladies of the church. The brunch consisted of powdered donuts, McDonald's sausage biscuits, egg and sausage breakfast casserole, apple crisp, muffins, yogurt, apple juice and orange juice. After the meal, the lads to leaders ladies read scriptures and led the singing of church hymns.
Linda Baskin presented Alison Rader and each of the lads to leaders girls a homemade afghan that she had crocheted. Each was a different color and design. They were really beautiful, and the girls were very proud of them.
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The first Monday Night For The Master for 2021 was held on January 25th. We had over 40 who enjoyed a meal of salad and Mazzio's Pizza together before doing various things around the church that needed to be done. We really appreciate all of those who came to help.
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"Listen to the word of the LORD.... My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge." Hosea 4:1 & 6 (NASB)