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She was from our Church

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Her husband had a stroke years ago, was partially paralyzed and she was the caregiver. As time went on, she encountered different health problems and finally heart problems. She became very sick and they called in hospice. We went to visit her when she was on hospice, her mind was very clear and she said, “I am ready to go on”. Her big concern was who or how would her husband be taken care of. She lived several more weeks before passing away. She had a smile and a look of contentment and was looking forward to passing on. You see, she had accepted the Lord Jesus as her personal Lord and Savior years ago, (Romans 10:13, John 3:16, John 1:12&13), and it really changed her life, (2 Corinthians 5:17, Isaiah 41:10, Lamentations 3:23&23). Her husband was a Christian also and they were always there in church, him in his wheelchair and her right beside him. I would always stop, talk and kid with them. She loved music and especially Christian music. Sometimes we might briefly share what we had listened to lately. We both liked The Gaither’s but others also. When I walk into church now there is a vacant spot where they used to sit and I miss them. I look forward to that day when I will be with her and many others that have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

Food for the Spirit

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JAMES 1:2627 If you claim to be religious but don’t control your tongue, you are fooling yourself, and your religion is worthless. Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you.
Food for the Spirit

Easter Dinner Potluck at Pecos County Senior Center

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The Pecos County Senior Citizens Center will host its Easter Dinner potluck on Friday, April 10, at 12:00 noon. The meal will be turkey and dressing, as well as Ceasar salad, sweet potato casserole, green beans, scalloped potatoes and corn bread.
Seniors line up for dinner at a recent potluck. Courtesy Photo

International Dark Sky Week

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In celebration of International Dark Sky Week, locations throughout the Big Bend region will be holding special events from April 13-19 that showcase our famous night skies. Events will take place at McDonald Observatory and locations around Alpine, Presidio, Fort Davis, and Terlingua.
Photo of Mt Locke and the Milky Way. Photo courtesy of McDonald Observatory

PCMHD Retirement Celebration

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PCMHD is proud to announce the retirement of Donald Smith, who served as Maintenance Supervisor for the Pecos County Memorial Hospital District from April 9, 2018, through March 31, 2026. During his years of dedicated service, Donald played an essential role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-functioning environment for patients, staff, and visitors. His commitment, reliability, and hard work have been truly appreciated by all who had the pleasure of working with him. Please join PCMHD in congratulating Donald on his retirement and wishing him all the best in this next chapter of life.
Pictured here, Donald Smith stands with Roberta Garcia, Support Services Director. Courtesy Photo

Upcoming City Council Meeting Adgenda

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The Fort Stockton City Council is scheduled to meet Monday to consider several major community improvements, including the installation of a new outdoor fitness court and the purchase of high-value sanitation and infrastructure equipment.
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