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No Dinner Bell Meal for December 28, 2022
“Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more.”
Revelation 21:1 NRSV
HAPPY NEW YEAR from THE DINNER BELL!!!
THERE WILL BE NO MEAL SERVICE FOR DECEMBER 28. WE RETURN JANUARY 4, 2023!!!
Hopkins County Records — Dec. 19, 2022
- David Bryan Tredway II to Marina Guadalupe Medina Ramirez and Jesus Rodriguez Jr.; tract in the Thomas Tobar survey
- Jason Moore, Jimy Don Moore and Tina Marie Moore to Brandon Moore and Kimberly Moore Yosten; tract in the Greenlief Neely
- Brandon Moore, Kimberly Moore Yosten, Terrane William Yosten and Sabrina Ann Baker Moore to Adora Lynn Lockaby and Anthony Wayne Lockaby; tract in the Grenlief Neely survey
- Patsy Ray Gravette who is also known as Patsy Sue Ray to Janice McFarland and Jerry McFarland; tract in the John G. Procello survey
- Mario Carlos to Ernesto Miranda Vidales; tract in the William Clapp survey
- Justin Hill to Tina Kuhel; tract in the JJ Box survey
- Linsey Dennis and Sean Dennis to Timothy Kirk Johnson; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Wiley Wroten to Wiley H. Wroten Jr. trustee, Wroten Living Trust UTA; tract in the Elizabeth Melton survey
- Finance of America Structured, Securities Acquisition Trust 2018-SB1 and Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB trustee, to Tyler Thomas Lee Wolf; tract in the George W. Wetmore survey
- James Luther V. Master and Chelsey Meadows to Brett Hyatt; tract in the W Bone survey
- Clyde A. Rilea and Linda G. Rilea to Jeffery Dan Davis and Sandra Darlene Davis
- Kelli Williams and Toby Williams to Alan Screws and Kim Screws; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Eric P. Butschek to Catherine V. Morgn-Butschek
- Kevin S. Brewer, Kimberly M. Brewr, Aaron Denine Malone and Raymond P. Malone to Jarred Pickett; tract in the T. Dorsey
- Cindy Johnson and Jesse Johnson to Jose Olvera; tract in the GC Wetmore survey
- Jake C. Debord and Virginia Carold Debord Staes to KSP Sulphur LLC; tract in the Elizabeth Melton survey
- James Haskell Gill Jr. and Twila Jo Gill to KSP Sulphur LLC; tract in the Elizabeth Melton survey
- Bobby Joe Gunter and M. Alice Gunter to Terrie Webb; tract in the Daniel Holbrook survey
- D. Perry Hostetler and Emily L. Hostetler to Paul Bennett; tract in the Lucy Ann Collum survey
- Texas Farm Credit Servics FLCA to Christopher James Fritzwater
- Texas Farm Credit Services FCLA to Diana Marie Gilliam and Melvin Rubin Gilliam Jr.
- Gary Lewis and Rachel Lewis to Ignacia Santes Jimenez; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Kristi Marie Shultz and William Bryan Shultz to Syedan Farms LLC; tract in the Charles Prufer survey
- Kattie Foster and Jeremy Dale Melton to Jill Bridges and Randall Bridges; tract in the Minor Blossom survey
- Exodus Construction, Leap of Feath Enterprises LLC DBA Valencia Omar Construction to Renee Torres; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Kenneth Wayne Crowson and Ruth Ann Crowson to April D. Servin and Martin A. Servin; tract in the AJ Hargrave survey
- Rigo Mejia and Rosario Mejia to Omar Castillo-Alvarez and Gabriela A. Sandoval; tract in the Jasper County School Land
- R. Blackwell to Juan Carlos Lozano; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Charlesie S. Bowers and Patrick F. Bowers to Curtis Aaron Davis Canada and Kasey L. Davis; tract in the Maria Santos Coy survey
- Arthur Bradley McKeel and Patricia McKeel to Andrea Ann Kendall and Jon Christopher Kendall; tract in the Tobe Ford survey
- Jason P. Lacomfora and Jennifer Jill Lacomfora to Don Sapugh and Jill Sapaugh; tract in the LP Dikes survey
- Craig Williams and Jackie Williams to John Wilbur and Stacie Wilbur; tract in the John Jordan survey
- Tabor Ventures LLC to Luis Alberto Reyes; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Juana Jennings and Everett Jennings to Everett Jennings No. 3 LLC; tract in the Nacogdoches University survey
- Sharon A. Ricks to Andrew Pickles; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Richie White to Lonette D. Copeland White; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Dean Edward Falls Estate, Partners in Care Trust Company-Ancillary Administrator, to Wood Investment Group LLC; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Everett Jenings No. 3 LLC to Ryan Sneller; tract in the Honeysuckle Creek Estates
- Candace Espinosa and Sean Espinosa to Lisa M. Stroud; tract in the Nacogdoches University survey
- Timothy M. Kelty Trustee for the Timothy M. Kelty 2020 Trust, to EXA Real Estate LLC; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Virginia Sue Porter to Kelli Geraci and Troy Geraci; tract in the JC Tabor survey
- Patsy Jean McGary to Terrel Shain McGary; tract in the E. Melton survey
- Annette Murillo and Edder Sinoe Murillo Virgen to Annette Murillo and Edder Sinoe Murillo Virgen, co-trustees for the Murillo Family Trust, and Ivan Murillo Virgen; tract in the John Norris survey
- Holley Dennis and Michael Grady Dennis to James Cody Dennis; tract in the Elizabeth Mitchell survey
- Geraldine Stubblefield, who is the same person as Jerry Stubblefield, to Bryan Oyler; tract in the Lofton Vess survey
- TTTT Limited to Cord Burnett; tract in the Country Club Estates
- Deborah Leigh Burkham to Grancine Marie Lynch, Richard Wayne Lynch, Alison Jeanne Osborn and Bryan Edward Osborn; tract in the Francis Hopkins survey
- Don Petty and Jearline Petty to Shelby Brown and Thomas Brown; tract in the A. Fitzgerald survey
- Shannon Carpenter to William Chadwick Duty; tract in the George C. Wetmore survey
- Billie M. Phillips to Anna B. Pettit; tract in the Thomas B. Garrett survey
- Kathy Wilhite to Don Alan Sides and Kristin K. Wondra; tract in the AB Hudson survey
- Vicky Chambliss France to Michael Shane Gilbert; tract in the W. Finley survey
- William L. Goggans Jr. Estate, Martha Johnson independent executor, to Shirley Anne Gardina Goggans
- Benjamin Thomas Pegues and Jessica Pegues to Angela Grace Pegues and Benjamin Blayke Pegues; tract in the John G. Procello survey
- Cecil Wayne Rich Jr. to Makayla Rayanne McKinney, Hebert James Rich, Marcus Lee Rich and Michael Wayne Rich; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Sunbird Poultry Inc. to Kimthoa Thi Pham and Hoang Tan Vo; tract in the Joseph Kimbell survey
- Debra Ann Bohannon to Kristy J. Moseley; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Joe Tom Braden Estate, Roy King independent executor to Kenneth Wayne Youngblood; tract in the B. Jordan survey
- Alan Screws and Kmi Screws to Brad Busby and Kinde Busby; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Sharon Martin and Wilson Martin to Katrina Spinato; tract in the James Riggs survey
- Paulino Reyes to Arnoldo Romero Otiz; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Lloyd Nowlin and Sandra Nowlin to Spears Enterprises; tract in the Sarah H. Norris survey
- Sharon IK. Ailes agent, John H. Heilman to Lloyd Nowlin and Sandra Nowlin; tract in the Sarah H. Norris survey
- Kevin Mohl and Shari Mohl to Everett Jennigns; tract in the Jose Y’Barbo survey
- Sherry Hill and Troy Hill to Reece Caddell; tract in the James Webb
- Amanda Cunningham Gonzalez, who is in fact Amanda Cunningham Gonzalez Martin, and Brian Chadwick Martin who is also known as Chad Martin, to Juan Carlos Campo and Sandra E. Campos; tract in the Elisha Simmons survey
- Christopher Baker Davis Jr. and Katherine W. Davis to Glenna Christine Brice and Rickey Shane Brice; tract in the Mary Ann Bowlin survey
- Brittan Blount and Kennady Blount to Shana Suzanne Green and Timothy Lee Green; tract in the Jasper County School Land survey
- Kason Childress independently and as agent, Kris Childress and Lisa Childress to Andrew Clifton Riley and Darla Jean Riley; tract in the Thomas Norris survey
- Regina Dykes to Texas Resources Acquisitions LLC
- C. Threadgill to Damian Edmunson; tract in the Green Weaver survey
- Damian Edmundson to Joseph Nickerson and Stephanie Nickerson; tract in the Green WEaver survey
- Abel Austin and Jessica Austin to Christopher S. Penny and Jeana M. Penny; tract in the James S. Johnson survey
- Christohper Penny and Jeana M. Penny to Abel Austin and Jessica R. Austin; tract in the James S. Johnson survey
- Christopher Penny and Jeana M. Penny to Jeffrey W. Stevens and Robin Ann Stevens; tract in the James S. Johnson survey
- Alton Nelson and Teresa Nelson to Brad Busby and Nathan Crouch; tract in the MA Bowlin survey
- Full Gospel Pentecostal Outreach Church to Bent Investments LLC
- Craig Harris and Sharon Harris to Jason Friddle, Matthew Thomas Harris, Monica Harris Lane and Steven Sappelt; tract in the S. Coy survey
- Blanca E. Hopkins to Rockin Rentals LLC; tract in the Green Weaver survey
- Rhonda Gail Keller to Christopher Eugene Keller; tract in the Elizabeth Melton survey
- Quatro Properties LLC to Fernanda Lomas Lopez and Pascual Alvarado Obregon; tract in the MJ McGee survey
No Dinner Bell Meal for December 21st, 2022
MERRY CHRISTMAS from The Dinner Bell Ministry
There will be no meal served DECEMBER 21.
“to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign for you; you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger.”
Luke 2: 11-12 NRSV
Dinner Bell Menu for December 14, 2022
The Cross Country Cowboy Church is the host Community Partner for the Christmas meal. Their continued support is greatly appreciated by the Dinner Bell Ministry.
GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
Menu
Cranberry Apple Stuffed Pork Loin
Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Carrots With Brown Sugar and Tarragon
Festive Christmas Salad
Yeast Rolls
Pecan Pie Cake
We say goodbye to 2022 and will welcome 2023 with a meal on January 4, 2023. Wishing you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Blessed New Year.
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE FLU AND COVID WITH INNOCULATIONS AND SAFE PRACTICES!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!
HOLIDAY BLESSINGS! SEE YOU JANUARY 4!
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
Dinner Bell Menu for December 7, 2022
Christus Mother Frances, a five time yearly partner, is the Community Partner for this week’s meal. For the continued support of Christus for Dinner Bell we are greatly appreciative.
GRAB and GO with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus near 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
MENU
Mexican Lasagna
Seasoned Pinto Beans
Mexican Corn Salad
Tortillas
Sopapilla Cheesecake
WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! KEEP DISTANCES! GET INOCULATED AND BOOSTED (FLU AND COVID) AS UPPER RESPIRATORY DISEASES ARE INCREASING DAILY!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!!!
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
2022 Blue Santa Toy Drive Under Way Dec. 1-2 At Walmart
Priority Deadline to Register for Toy Assistance Continues Through Dec. 2
Hopkins County, Texas — The 2022 Blue Santa Toy Drive kicked offed of this morning at 7 a.m. in Walmart parking lot and will continue through Dec. 2, 2022
Working together with CANHelp, the Sulphur Springs Police Department, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office, the Sulphur Springs and Hopkins County Fire Departments, CJ Duffey, Choice Hospice, and members of numerous ministries, businesses, organizations, and individuals once again have joined resources to collect and provide toys for children ages 1 to 14 years who currently reside in Hopkins County.
Sign up applications are available online at www.canhelponline.org until December 2. Distribution will from 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 10, at First United Methodist Church, located at 301 Church Street in Sulphur Springs.
This year’s official Blue Santa Toy Drive will be held on Dec. 1 and 2, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., in the Walmart parking lot, located on 1750 South Broadway Street in Sulphur Springs.
“Because of everyone’s generous support, we all help a child receive a toy for Christmas,” said Blue Santa coordinators.
In addition to toys and bicycles, monetary donations will also be accepted at the toy drive Thursday and Friday, Dec. 1-3, to purchase additional toys to ensure each child on Blue Santa’s list receives a few toys each.
Beginning at 9:30 a.m. on December 1, CJ Duffey and Choice Hospice will be selling brisket lunches for $5 each at the Blue Santa site in Walmart parking lot; all proceeds will be donated to Blue Santa. These lunches will include a barbeque sandwich, a bag of chips, dessert, and a bottle of water.
If you purchase five or more lunches and live within the city limits of Sulphur Springs, the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Posse, Sulphur Springs Police and Fire Department, and the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Deputies and Fire Department will deliver them. Call 430-252-9096 to schedule delivery or reserve your brisket lunch.
The Cowboy Grinch also made an appearance, along with Blue Santa
The Blue Santa Toy Program has also placed blue barrels at stores, businesses, financial institutions, car dealerships, nursing homes and other facilities around the community to receive new unwrapped toy donations. These blue barrels will have the Blue Santa seal and a Blue Santa QR code should any wish to make an electronic monetary donation.
Locations of Blue Santa barrels are the following:
- Dollar General Stores:
- Como
- Birthright
- Highway 154
- Main Street in Sulphur Springs
- Grocery Supply
- Burgers and Fries
- Hopkins House
- Atwoods
- Guaranty Bank & Trust (919 S Broadway St)
- Fix and Feed
- City National Bank (201 Connally St)
- Alliance Bank (308 Church St)
- Cash Saver
- Jay Hodge Chevrolet (478 Wildcat Way)
- Brian Toliver Ford (1040 Gilmer St)
- Fire Side BBQ
- West Oaks Funeral Home
- Rock Creek Nursing Home
- Sunny Spring Nursing Home
- Soulman BBQ
- First Baptist Church
- The One Church
- State Farm Insurance (530 North Hillcrest)
- Professional Land and Title
- Head 2 Toe Nutrition
- County Club
- Red River Credit Union
- Cody Drug (offering a free B12 shot with any unopened toy donation through Dec. 9)
Blue Santa program will also be participating in the Lions Club’s Annual Lighted Christmas Parade Friday night. If you miss them at Walmart, bring you new unwrapped toy donation to hand to Blue Santa’s helpers as they pass by.
For additional information, contact CANHelp at 903-885-9797, ext. 3, or the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office at 903-438-4044.
County Line Baptist Church of Point: Live Nativity
County Line Baptist Church of Point is presenting a live nativity scene, otherwise known as a crèche, on December 11, 2022. It starts at 5:30PM and will continue until 8:30PM. Hot dogs, chips and hot chocolate will be served following the event.
League Street Church of Christ: Winter Coat Giveaway
Saturday, December 3rd, 2022 in the Cash Saver Parking lot on Main, those in need can come and receive a free winter coat. Please be courteous and only take what you need.
Dinner Bell Menu for November 30, 2022
The Marine Corps League repeats as a Community Partner. We are grateful for the continued support!
Grab and go with a meal from the distribution area under the covered driveway (porte cochere) on the Northeast corner of the First United Methodist Church campus around 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
MENU
Oven Barbecued Chicken Legs
Macaroni and Cheese
Seasoned Italian Cut Green Beans
Garden Salad
Buttered French Bread Slices
Brownies
BE CAREFUL AS THE PANDEMIC IS STILL IN OUR MIDST–ALSO THE FLU AND OTHER RESPIRATORY DISEASES! WEAR MASKS WHERE REQUIRED! WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN! GET INOCULATED AND BOOSTED!
DINNER BELL CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH!
The mission of the Dinner Bell is to end hunger in Hopkins County. Fresh, hot, nutritious meals are prepared by volunteers each Wednesday and served to our guests at the First United Methodist Church. Through the generous support of church and community members and corporate sponsors we have been able to serve over 20,000 meals to those in need since opening our kitchen in 2012.
If you or your business would like to sponsor a Dinner Bell meal, give them a call at 903.885.2185
4 Fields Discipleship Training Seminar to be Held January 2023
