FLORA OVERSTREET

FAITH OF THE FIG TREE: Though the fig tree should not blossom And there be no fruit on the vines, Though the yield of the olive should fail And the fields produce no food, Though the flock should be cut off from the fold, And there be no cattle in the stalls, Yet I will exult in the Lord, I will rejoice in the God of my salvation. The Lord God is my strength, And He has made my feet like hind’s feet, And makes me walk on my high places... Habakkuk 3:17-19.

REMINDER: Go to the Polls on Tuesday, May 5th and vote for Mayor and Alderman, Town of Hickory.

PRAYER: Will be held 12:00p.m. MAY 7th at the Town Square in Hickory, all Churches, Mayor, Clerk, all alderman, Chamber, Fire Department, Businesses and public is invited. Everyone welcome.

The children and youth from Hickory Baptist participated in Bible Drills in Meridian recently and they did an awesome job. Congratulations to all of you!!

PRAYER LISTS: Mallory Todd, Noah Todd, Nina McKee at Speciality Hospital in Meridian,Logan Emmons, Pastor Guy Odom grandmother Smith, Peggy Bishop, Jerry Laird, Alvin Seal (my brother from Walker,La.), Laurel Overstreet from Cumming, Ga.), Toby Major, Micheal Dearing, Barbara Alexander, Elizabeth Harris, Edward Buckley, Durwin Estes, Millard Henley, Rodney Bounds, Frances Jones, Richie Brown, Thadus Green, Grace Bonner, Johnnie Hunter, Ronnie Battle,

Pray for our community, Church and National Leaders, U.S. Military.

Shut-ins in our community and the surrounding areas are: Abertine Walker, Olive Meaders, Leola  Fillingane.

Remember the ones in the nursing homes in the surrounding counties, Christine (Sarah) Herd, Nina and Hulon McKee at J.G. Alexandra, Union. Melitus Gibbon at Bedford Care of Newton, Butch Meaders in Meridian, Jewel Cochran in Beverly Living Center in Meridian, Eva Hearn in Bedford Care of Newton.

Dick and Jane Holifield of Hickory, Dianna Albertson from Conehatta, Ms. have finished a course in Master Gardening. The course consisted of 40 hours of volunteering training. Leanne McGee is the co-ordinator from the MSU Co. Extension Service. Leanne is also from Hickory.The Master Gardener Volunteer program allows the local Extension Service to reach an ever-increasing gardening audience. County programs are supported by the State Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator and Extension specialists at Mississippi State University. In exchange for 40 hours of educational training, individuals are required to return 40 hours of volunteer service within one year of their training. This service should help county Extension offices with horticulture projects that benefit their local communities. After the first year, volunteers are required to return 20 hours of volunteer service and to attend 12 hours of educational training to remain certified as Master Gardeners. Most certified Master Gardeners serve five to seven years. The Master Gardener approach helps the local Extension office reach a broader audience than is possible with only one or two agents. It also provides the local office a way to serve the public and, at the same time, develop a supportive clientele group. Volunteers help extend the educational arm of the university to the public by providing horticultural information based on university research and recommendations. The Master Gardener Volunteer program is a great way to gain horticultural expertise at a low cost, meet other avid gardeners, share gardening experiences, get connected to the community, and belong to a well-respected and educational organization.

Greater Hickory Chamber of Commerce will meet May 4th at

7:00p.m. Anyone is invited to attend the meeting and welcome to join.

The Hickory Fire Department will meet May 4th and May 18th for their regular meetings.

Hickory Town hall will hold their monthly meeting May 5th at 6 p.m.

Town Junk Pick-up will be Thursday, May 7th. Have all junk and clutter by the roadside.

BIRTHDAY’S for the WEEK: (5/3.. Bobbie Steverson..Crystal Garrison), (5/4.. L.C. Chaney), (5/6.. Dickie Stampley), (5/7..Garret Mills.. Daniel Bihn.. Dianne Gallaspy), (5/8..Wadell Everett.. In Memory..Riley Burton), (5/9.. Judson Meaders, Jr.). Happy Birthday to each of you!

ANNIVERSARY of the WEEK: (5/8..Julia and Jackie Strebeck).

Happy Anniversary!

RECIPE OF THE WEEK: BERRY SCRUMPTIOUS CAKE: INGREDIENTS: one package Pillsbury Strawberry Frosting Mix, one-fourth cup lukewarm water, one-fourth cup butter or margarine, softened, one package Pillsbury Strawberry Cake Mix, two egg whites, one and one-third cups water. Grease and flour 13x9 inch pan. In small bowl, blend frosting mix, one-fourth cup water and butter. Beat as directed on package. Measure one-half cup prepared frosting for use in the cake; set remainder aside. In large mixer bowl, blend cake mix, one-half cup frosting, two egg whites and one and one-third cups water. Beat as directed on package. Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or until done. Cool completely. Frost with remain frosting. High altitdue: 5200 feet. Add two tablespoons flour to the dry cake mix. Blend and beat as directed. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.

Get your events or whatever going on in paper just email or call me. If you have someone to put on the prayer list, church or social event or if you would like to add your birthday or anniversary to my calendar just call (601-646-2236) or email me floraoverstreet64@gmail.com.

MAY GOD BLESS EACH ONE!