Families in Mayfield, Kentucky are facing total devastation of their homes, loss of lives, and brutal disruption of their way of life for which many have worked their entire lives. This small Kentucky town is expected to be without water, heat and electricity for weeks in frigid and freezing temperatures. Efforts are continuing to search for many that are still missing. It is hard for some of us to fathom this level of destruction and devastation.
I personally know families in Mayfield and have ministered in that small town many times over the years. I was informed by one of our friends that have family there, that their relatives were spared, some living only ¼ mile from the path of the tornado. That is purely the hand of God and His mercy.
We at Olive Tree Connections will be sowing a financial mercy gift to the ministry, MERCY CHEFS. They are heavily involved in assisting those effected by this horrible storm. If you wish to sow in addition, please see the statement and information below from Founder Gary LaBlanc of Mercy Chefs.
“Everyone here is still in shock. The loss of life is staggering. The death toll is now approaching 100. More than 80 died in Kentucky alone. Mercy Chefs will be there to support the grieving families.
Today, we’re serving lunch and dinner here in Mayfield as we also distribute meals into surrounding communities that were hit by this massive tornado. It’s still quite unbelievable what this storm did. Simply put, we need help in an urgent way. I’m asking EVERY MERCY CHEFS FRIEND AND PARTNER to sponsor meals today if possible. Click here to make your tax-deductible gift to help feed tornado victims and volunteers in Mayfield and surrounding communities while we continue other vital efforts.
Most importantly, please pray for all those impacted by this disaster.”
Sowing financially today from Olive Tree Connections is only the beginning of how we are planning to help this town recover. Once we have more information about specific needs, we will be sending supplies, clothes, water, etc.
“If I have seen any perish for want of clothing, or any poor without covering; If his loins have not blessed me, and if he were not warmed with the fleece of my sheep; If I have lifted up my hand against the fatherless, when I saw my help in the gate; Then let mine arm fall from my shoulder blade, and mine arm be broken from my bone.” (Job 31:19-22).
Lord, we come boldly before your throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. (Heb. 4:15,16). For all the families in Mayfield, Kentucky who may feel that all hope is lost, we ask for your divine comfort for those suffering this trouble. May your peace which surpasses all understanding, guard their hearts and minds through Jesus Christ. (Phil. 4:6,7).
Love,
P/Karen
NEWS AND WEEKLY SCHEDULE
FOR DEC.14-21, 2021.
Stay in tune with what we are doing throughout the week.
ATTENTION:
NEW CALL IN NUMBER FOR GATHERINGS.
1 (267) 807-9605. Access Code: 167848#.
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Tuesday – Every Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m. CST, the OTC intercessors and friends gather by phone to pray for our church, families, other ministries and for Israel. If you wish to participate, call our NEW conference number at 1 (267) 807-9605. Access Code: 167848#. Our prayer group moderator tonight is Minister Sandy Dulaney.
Wednesday – We will be gathering this Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. CST for a time of worship, praise and Hebraic studies led by Pastor Karen Johnson and Co-Pastor Patrick Johnson. Please invite a friend.
Our phone line is open for those who want to attend the gathering by phone. To join our meetings by telephone, call our conference number at 7:30 p.m. CST to join us. The conference number is 1 (267) 807-9605. Access Code: 167848#.
Sunday – Please join us this Sunday morning at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Karen Johnson and Co-Pastor Patrick Johnson. We have been gathering at 10:10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings before the service to pray. Please join us and bring your shofars.
Our phone line is open at 11:30 a.m. CST for those who want to attend the gathering by phone. Call our NEW conference number at 1 (267)807-9605. Access Code 167848#.
Please visit our website at olivetreeconnections.com Click “Contact Page” to view our team of ministers and list of phone numbers.
