It was a somewhat difficult night tonight.  Things went fine but I was “running on ice” most of the evening.  Through nobody’s fault particularly, I prepared a program for a Kid’s Night.  As we arrived, I was surprised to see advertising in the foyer for “An Evening of Family Worship with John Yates and Friends”.  Well, there is a difference between a Family Worship Program and a Kids Program.  Then add to it that there were all ages there with a heavy dose of preschool and it all made for a rough night.  At least I thought so…Patty said it wasn’t nearly as bad as I thought.  I pray that the seed planted will grow.

Sound check tomorrow morning at 8 a.m. as I contribute to the morning service and do a church wide concert in the evening.  It will be a long day but one of wonderful possibilities.  Also, an extra bonus is our friendship with the Pastor and his wife that began years ago.  We enjoy our time with them each opportunity we have.

On the Yazoo front.  Patty’s dad is not doing well.  We ask for your prayers as we are now seeing the beginning stages of  “trouble signs” that made themselves evident before he really started struggling last time he was being treated with chemo.  The dosage has been smaller, as I have stated, but the last couple of days he has been unable to lift his right arm above shoulder high.  When bent at the elbow, the elbow will not go parallel with the floor.  Does that make sense?  Anyway, this was one of the first signs last time and so an appointment has been made to have a face to face at his next chemo treatment this Tuesday.  Pray for him and pray for wisdom for Dr. Young.  She is a gifted and respected oncologist and we are praying that God will direct her in the best option of treatment.

Thanks for checking in.  Vocally, I’m still struggling but God is giving me what I need for each opportunity!

Blessings,
John