Reverend Talley to Celebrate 5th Anniversary at Mount Corinth

The members of the Mt. Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in “Heavenly” Hempstead invite the community to the Fifth Anniversary Celebration honoring Pastor Clarence Talley, Sr. and First Lady Carolyn Talley on Sunday, September 9 at 2:30 PM at the church on 806 7th Street in Hempstead. The special guest preacher is Pastor Fred Thomas, III of the Greater St. Peter’s Missionary Baptist Church Family. The Anniversary theme is "What's In It For Me?" It is a questioned that many have pondered. I hope that it will provoke thought, encourage action and most of all inspire undying faithfulness to God. The inspiration for the theme is rooted in the writings of the apostle Paul Second Timothy 4:8. Though I am partial to the King James Version, the biblical text is from the New Living Translation: "And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to his appearing."A reception will follow the program.

Tuesday, September 11, marks the 16th anniversary of one of the greatest tragedy in modern American history, the terrorist attack and death of more than 3,000 in the World Trade Center and Pentagon disasters in 2001. On this day, the nation will take time out to pay respect to their memory on the now Patriot Day. Say a prayer, light a candle, tie a yellow ribbon to honor the firefighters, first responders and soldiers around the world or turn on your vehicle headlights during the day. Visit the World Trade Center 911/Memorial at: www.911memorial.org.

The men of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church will host its Men’s Prayer Breakfast on September 15 at 8:30-10:30AM. All men of the community are invited to the Free Breakfast and should confirm attendance at 936-857-3272 or email: stfrancispv@sbcglobal.net.

St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church will host the Houston FoodBank Kraft Mobile Unit monthly food distribution on September 20 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the church on 204 Dooley Street. More than 10K lbs of fresh fruits, vegetables and other products will be available. PLEASE bring your bags and boxes for the items. Additionally, interested persons can sign-up to receive SNAP, Children’s Medicaid/CHIP and TANF programs. Please send information to smtfrancispv@sbcglobal.net.

Pearl’s Pantry featured lunch for September 27 is Fish Fry, vegetable and dessert for $10 at St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church on 204 Dooley Street in Prairie View. Proceed supports the church’s ministries. For tickets call 936-857-3272 or email: stfrancispv@sbcglobal.net.

The Prairie View Federal Credit Union invite members of the community to take advantage of its Educational Promotion Loans for back to school purchases and activities. The credit union are also in the midst of the New and Refinancing of automobile campaign. The credit union is located at 704 University Drive in Prairie View. Call 936-857-4925 for information.

The Prairie View Retired Teachers Association, the Anne Preston Unit, will hold its first meeting for 2018-19 on September 26 from 1-3 p.m. in the Parish Hall of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 204 Dooley Street in Prairie View. All retired educational personnel are invited to membership for a fun-filled time. Mrs. Andrea Miller is the president.

Women of the community are invited to participate in the 2018 Fall Women's Conference on Saturday, September 8 at the Ridin' With Christ Fellowship Hall on 318 Washington Street, Waller, Texas. Themed: "Broken but Blessed", the free event starts at 9:00 a.m. and the guest speaker is Yolanda Stewart and a light lunch will be served. For information, contact Brenda Bundick at 832-600-7949.

Congratulations to Morenike Joela Evans on her selection as a feature director for a made for TV Movie. She is a 1993 graduate of PVAMU and one of the original members of the famed Classic Dance Ensemble. Morenike has a wide range of experiences in production, writing, directing, acting and dancing, with stints at BET, Entertainment tonight on the red carpet. She is also former member of Eta Beta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Your prayers and encouragement are welcomed for Ada Beal, Amy and Cecil Boykin, Irene Davis, B. J. Freeman, Pearl Martin, Willie Smith, Mary Ann Stubblefield, Otelia Watson and Sandra Watson. May God’s peace be with you!

America and indeed the world is mourning the passing of two icons these past weeks – Queen of Soul Aretha L. Franklin on August 16 and U. S. Senator John S. McCain on August 25. Both led lives of desperation to see and make the world a better place. Aretha Franklin was a singer, actor, humanitarian and activist, while John McCain was a United States Navy/Veteran, humanitarian, politician and former hostage in the war on Viet Nam. Services for Aretha will be held today in the African American Museum in Detroit, August 31 in a special ceremony beginning at 10:00 a.m. and for John on September 1 at 10:00 a.m. in D. C. Washington’s Cathedral. May their souls rest in peace. Our condolences to the families and friends.

HAPPY SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY TO: Ida B. Campbell (2), Jasmine Boyer (5), Eula Stafford (6), Lee Coleman (6), Martha Harris (6), Edward Reid, Jr. (6), Karen Hadnot (7), Charles Lewter (7), Rosie L. Matlock (7), Sharon Edison Spikes (7), Troyla Washington (7), Valda Jean Combs (8), Kimmy Kim (8), Deborah Jackson (9), Angela E. Wells (9), Wilfred CJ Alexander (11), Tiffany Harrison (12), Brandon Joseph Harrison (13), Pamelyn Reed (14) and Redessa Coleman (16), Wilfred CJ Alexander (11), Tiffany Harrison (12), Brandon Joseph Harrison (13), Pamelyn Reed (14) and Redessa Coleman (16). HAPPY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY TO: Dorothy and Carlton Carter (2).

A VIEW FROM THE HILL: The Prairie View A&M University Panthers will opened its season with a match up with the Rice University Owls on August 25 and what a match-up! The Panthers struggled through the first half and made a comeback in the last quarter to tie the game at 28. In the waning moments of the 4th quarter the Owls scored a field goal and narrowly defeated the Panthers with no time on the clock. Head Coach Eric Dooley, coaching staff and the team made the PVAMU family proud. Now it’s off to Atlanta, Georgia on September 1, 2018 for the Annual MEAC-SWAC Challenge with the Eagles of North Carolina Central University. The game starts at 11:00 a.m. and can be seen on TV-ESPN2 and broadcast on Radio-PVAMU Sports Network. Coach Dooley is looking forward to his first of the season. The world renowned Marching Storm, directed Dr. Timmey Zachery will also provide the halftime entertainment. Kudos to the coaching staff, students, and athletic staff, and to the band for what we know will be a spectacular show.On September 8, the Panthers will take on the Bearcats of Sam Houston State University at 6 p.m. in Bowers Stadium, Huntsville, TX.

The Office of Career Services at PVAMU is gearing up for its 42nd Annual Fall Career Fair on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 10:00AM-3:00PM for all majors in the Student Recreational Center. More than 80 companies, non-profits and government agencies will participate in the event which is opened to all majors and classifications. Several pre-career fair events are scheduled, including the Career Readiness Seminar - Resume Review, Career Counseling and Mock Interviews on September 11 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00p.m. in Career Services in Evans Hall. For questions on the Career Fair, Contact: Shadia Washington at sfwashington@pvamu.edu. For more information, contact careers@pvamu.edu or call 936-261-3570 or 936-261-3576.

Until next week, in the words of Phillip E. Bernstein, “We have no right to ask when a sorrow comes, why did this happen to me? Unless we ask the same question for every joy that comes our way.” Keep the news and achievements coming to prairieviewtoday@yahoo.com or P. O. Box 2906, Prairie View, TX 77446.