By Cathy Doyle

The North Jefferson News



Heaven’s gain is our loss. Please remember in prayer the family of Wade “Bug” Sharp. He was a very special man, so full of life. He was always ready with a smile. I am very blessed to have known him. He will be missed very much.

• “It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare, it is because we do not dare that they are difficult.” — Seneca

• A big welcome to the world to Bailey Anna Elizabeth Pugh. She was born on Sept. 2. Her parents are Adam and Elizabeth Pugh. Congratulations.

• God comforts the disturbed and disturbs the comfortable.

• “For the Lord comforts His people and will have compassion on His afflicted ones.” — Isaiah 49:13

• Happy birthday to: Brandon Hays, Billy White, Garland White, and Heather Heatherington on Sept. 9; A.K. Boatright, Charlene Young, and Curt Lawson on Sept. 11; Alexis Rowe on Sept. 13; and Lori Headrick on Sept. 14.

• Happy belated anniversary to Charles and Joanie White on Sept. 5.

• Joy is the most infallible sign of the presence of God.

• “You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand.” — Psalm 16:11

• Sept. 9 is Grandparents Day. Sept. 11 is Patriot Day. Sept. 15 is POW/MIA Day.

• Upcoming events: Oct. 13, fall festival; Trafford’s annual Christmas parade on Dec. 8; Trafford Church of God’s winter camp meeting in February with Evangelist John Richardson.

• It’s good to see it cool off a bit. It’s almost fall. I love fall and football.

• No question is ever settled until it is settled right.

• “Settle matters quickly with your adversary who is taking you to court. Do it while you are still with him on the way.” — Matthew 5:25.

• Have a wonderful week and if you have any news please let me know.

Cathy Doyle is The North Jefferson News correspondent for the Trafford community. She can be reached at 647–1828.