The Bulletin Board: Couple celebrates 36th anniversary in ministry

Shepherd Gradey Roberson and Sis. Betty Roberson celebrate 36th Year Anniversary in Ministry
The 36th Year Appreciation Service for Elder Gradey and Sis. Betty Roberson was held on Sunday, June 12, 2016, at Divine Temple of God, 1006 W. Sixth St. in Sanford, with the theme, “36 Years Feeding the Sheep” (Scripture reference: John 21:15-17).  
They were honored for their “36 years of commitment and dedication to God’s people”.  The Keynote Speaker at the 4 p.m. service was Pastor Calvin Donaldson, House of Christ Ministries in Sanford. Sis. Sabrina Whipper, House of Christ Ministries, presided; the New Dimensions Worship Center Praise Team (Pastor Sammie Edwards) led Praise and Worship and Evangelist Rod Ferrell, House of Christ Ministries, gave the prayer.  Elder Herman Gibson read the Scripture, John 21:15-17.  
Sis. Ruth Brown gave the Welcome and the Occasion, followed by a selection, “God is My Everything”, by the Destined to Praise Ensemble. The House of Christ Ministries Praise Team sang, “He’ll Welcome Me” and “Because of Who You Are”. First Lady Betty Donaldson, (House of Christ Ministries) introduced the Speaker, her husband, Pastor Calvin Donaldson, Sr., who spoke from the subject, “He is the Great I Am – Follow Ye Him” (Revelation 22:12-13).  
Sis. Michelle Davis made presentations and Elder Richard Grey gave Words of Thanks on behalf of the Anniversary Planning Committee. Elder Gradey and Sis. Betty Roberson expressed thanks and appreciation to their family and friends for the tremendous outpouring of love and support for them. All of their family members gathered for a family photo and Elder Gradey led everyone in singing a medley of songs, “Let the Church Say Amen” and “Let It Rain”. Elder Donaldson gave the Benediction.  
Elder Richard Grey, Assistant Pastor and Anniversary Chairman; Sis. Diane Hunter, Co-Chairman; Elder Herman Gibson, Assistant Pastor; Elder Gradey Roberson, Shepherd.  

• Happy Father’s Day - A Day of Commemoration and Celebration of Fathers and all men who serve in the role of father. Mrs. John B. Dodd, of Washington, first proposed the idea of a “Father’s Day” in 1909. She wanted a special day to honor her father, William Smart. William Smart, a Civil War veteran, was widowed when his wife (Mrs. Dodd’s mother) died in childbirth with their sixth child.  
Mr. Smart was left to raise the newborn and his other five children by himself on a rural farm in Eastern Washington State. It was after Mrs. Dodd became an adult that she realized the strength and selflessness her father had shown in raising his children as a single parent. The first Father’s Day was observed on June 19, 1910, in Spokane, Washington. At about the same time in various towns and cities across America, other people were beginning to celebrate a “Father’s Day”.  
In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge supported the idea of a National Father’s Day. In 1966, President Lyndon Johnson signed a Presidential Proclamation declaring the 3rd Sunday in June as Father’s Day.

• Area High School Graduates Receive “Pearlie Lift Up” Scholarship Service Award
The Pearlie Mae Ford (PMF) Community Service Club of Sanford, Inc. presented the “Pearlie Lift Up” Scholarship Service Awards to six phenomenal Central Florida students, at their 2016 Scholarship Awards Ceremony on June 2, 2016, at the Dr. Velma H. Williams Community Center in Sanford.  
Each recipient received a $500 Scholarship Award in recognition of their service, hard work and achievement. To qualify for the award, the students had to demonstrate academic excellence, commitment to service, and perseverance in the face of challenges.  The students came from Seminole and Orange Counties.
The scholarship recipients and their plans for continuing their education are as follows: Kristian Perez, a Lake Howell High School graduate, will be attending Seminole State College in the Fall. Bianka Pierre, a Wekiva High School graduate, has been accepted at Florida State University, the University of South Florida and Florida Atlantic University. She plans to major in Biomedical Science. Anita Samadabadi graduated from Lake Howell High School; she will be attending Valencia College, majoring in Biomedical Engineering. Alyah Sheppard, a University High School graduate, plans to attend Alabama State University to pursue a degree in Accounting. Hah’Mari Watson graduated from Seminole High School; she plans to continue her education at Albany State University and major in Forensic Pathology and Chemistry. Jamira Perkins, a Seminole High School graduate, has been accepted at Florida State University, the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, and Johnson & Wales University. She plans to major in Retail Merchandising and Product Development.  
All of the awardees persevered despite tremendous obstacles. They pushed themselves and worked hard to excel in Honors and Advanced Placement Courses. They didn’t just work for their own personal achievement; they gave of their time to serve others. Over 1300 hours of community service were completed by these community servants!
Part of the Mission of PMF is to award scholarships to deserving students who are committed to service. If you would like more information about PMF and/or the PMF Scholarship Program, call 407-592-1850. You may also visit their website, www.pmfclubsanford.org, to connect with the Club and learn more about their community service projects. Gail McQueen, President; Jacci Baker, Scholarship Selection Committee Chairperson.

• The Florida Dept. of Health Mobile Health Unit is scheduled to provide services at the following locations
• 6/21: Christian Sharing Ctr.; 600 N. Highway 17-92, Suite 158; 1-5 p.m.
• 6/22: Grace and Grits; 401 E. Seminole Blvd.; 5-9 p.m.
• 6/28: Casselberry Health Office; 132 Sausalito Blvd.; 12N-5 p.m.
• 6/29: Goodwill; 4516 W. SR-46; 12N-5 p.m.
The homeless, uninsured, and underinsured populations can obtain health services, screenings, and referrals. Individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes can also utilize the Mobile Health Unit. Services will not be limited to specified populations. Health services include: family planning, i.e. birth control and re-checks, annual physical, pregnancy testing, etc.; immunizations (child and adult, flu and pneumonia); physicals (school); screenings (diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, heart disease, body mass index (BMI) and blood pressure); STD, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis testing, screening, and education; referrals, follow-up care, smoking cessation and more; WIC (nutrition and breastfeeding counseling) and WIC EBT eligibility.   
The Mobile Health Unit is staffed by Healthcare Professionals. They accept Medicaid HMOs, and offer insurance billing and payment options including VISA and Master Card. Services are provided as walk-in only. For more information, call 407-665-3000 or visit their website: www.seminolecohealth.com.

• The Singles Ministry at The Word Center, 2680 S. Orlando Drive in Sanford, will present a “Single and Saved Seminar” on Sat., July 9, 2016 from 9 a.m.-12 noon. The agenda includes panel discussions, with questions and answers on various topics, i.e., “Single and Remaining Saved”, “Pressures of the Dating Game”, “Mistakes We Make Choosing a Mate”, and more.  
Registration fee, $10 (includes gift bag and lunch). Registration deadline June 25.   Please make checks payable to TWC-Singles. For more information and to register, call Elder Riggins at 407-474-2331; or you can mail or bring your registration payment with your name and phone number to the church. Pastors Rico and Dana Sharp.

Sheralyn Brinson can be reached at SBrinson@MySanfordHerald.com.