Lynchburg/Central Virginia Emmaus

10/18/2024

https://hendersonfuneral.net/obituaries/gene-albert-francis/701/

Dear Emmaus Family,
I am just learning of Brother, Gene Francis passing in September.
Please join me in sincere thoughts and prayers for Debra and her Family.
I loved to hear Gene pray at gatherings. He prayed with his heart and was such an important blessing to our community.

Please reach out to Debra.

Gene Albert Francis, 80, of Nathalie, passed away at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was the husband of Debra Holt Francis for 46 wonderful years. Gene was born

10/12/2024

Dear Emmaus Family,
If you learn of a members passing or their family members passing, illness, struggle or praise - ***if they allow it; please post on here.***
God calls us to lift one another up in prayer and petition.
Praying all of you are doing well and blessed.
Our Community may have closed but we are still an Emmaus Family.
For those of you who have moved on to other Emmaus Communities, please let us know when you have events so we can attend if able.
Have a blessed day everybody!

10/12/2024

FROM PASTOR MARK WILKERSON:

Please pray for a member at the church who is at the ER. Her name is Pat Thank you

10/05/2024

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View Kenneth Christensen's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

10/05/2024

UPDATE ON KEN CHRISTENSEN SERVICE

FROM Kristy May

‘Many of you have asked for Daddy’s arrangement

Daddy’s visitation will be held at Tharp funeral home on Tuesday, October 8th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. His service will be held at Calvary Baptist Church on Wednesday, October 9th, at 1:00 pm.’

10/03/2024

Update Below

Prayer Warriors:
We all need to come together as one and Pray for Ken Christensen and the Family.

All of you know what a Servant he and his loving Family have been not only to Emmaus, this Emmaus Community, the bonds of true Christian friendships over the years but as a Faithful, compassionate, Servant of God.

Per his Daughter, Pastor Kristy May; Ken is in his last hours and the family would appreciate prayers for all of us.

Let us pray Ken Christensen home to Glory just as he has lifted all of us in prayer to the Lord.

***They are asking NO visitors right now but definitely need prayer.***

Kristy will let me know of any arrangements when that is done.

The Family sends their love to all of us.

*** 7:29 pm I received this message from Kristy May

Kristy: Daddy is in Jesus arms.

Sheila: My God my God.
Rest in peace and rise in glory good and faithful servant…. ***

08/04/2024

Hello Everyone!
Saw Kenny Cyrus two days ago…
He mentioned several Emmaus Family Members would like to get together for a picnic or Lunch or Supper. Simply to catch up with one another.

If interested please reach out to Kenny via his Wife, Brenda Olson Cyrus or by Kenny’s email. (Feel free to message me for that email address if you don’t have it).

10/13/2023

My heart literally hurts at just finding out about the passing of Pastor James Wellington ‘Whimpy’ Martin from Pastor Sue Keen.

We had many Pastors in our Lynchburg/Central Virginia Emmaus community. They all have their unique gifts and things I specifically remember about them.

Pastor Whimpy was full of wisdom, jokes, and kindness. His laugh and smile were contagious and he loved his family dearly. He was such a gentleman.

Pastor James Wellington ‘Whimpy’ Martin, you are finally reunited with Mrs. Betsy and walking in the Presence of Jesus.
Well done… Well done.

Prayers lifted up for his family.

View James Wellington "Wimpy" Martin's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

10/02/2023

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I used to be a volunteer on my local rescue squad and fire department, helping people in their times of need. But now, life has different plans for me. I'm the one looking for someone to save my life, to be the lifeline that will extend my days.

I've just started a new job in January 2023 as a Construction Inspector. My goal is to return to full-time work, contribute to my community, and volunteer once again. I want to see my nephews and niece grow up, travel without dialysis constraints, and maybe even build a family.

My life story is one of resilience. Born with just one kidney operating at 16%, fate intervened when my father selflessly donated one of his kidneys in 1985. This gift allowed me to experience a normal childhood and dream of a bright future.

In 1998, I needed dialysis, but I refused to let my condition define me. A deceased donor kidney transplant in 2001 blessed me with 18 more years of cherished moments. I lived life to the fullest until 2017 when its function declined.

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08/20/2023

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