Brother Mac received his test results and passed with flying colors.
His bone scan showed no cancer and his cat scan showed what the Doctors believe to be a benign tumor in the liver. PTL!
He is still taking medicine to treat the cancer in his bladder, but is feeling well.
Bro Mac says he plans to send in a story or two. Watch for those on the RT Blog soon.
T&J
Monday, January 28, 2008
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
News from Herb & Eve Peak
Hello Tom and Jan,
Herb found your site through the CBC Alumni Newsletter and sent it to me. I was going to go to through the blog to post my comments but decided I needed to do that on our home computer …I still need my job. I saw your email address when I went to the revivaltimememoriesblog so thought I would send our hi via your email. We had not heard about Cyril’s illness so I was checking for an update on that.
We have been in Tennessee since 1991 ….long time! We pastored the A/G church for almost six years. During that time we purchased a Baldwin dealership here in town from a sweet gentleman who wanted to retire. We thought it would make us a good “retirement” sideline, but after 9-11, the economy taking a nosedive, we had to shut it down which took a great toll on us in many ways. Mostly financially. During that time we resigned our church after a time of burnout and Herb some major health issues. In 2000 we spent a year at the A/G church in Manteo, NC, over the bridge from Nags Head . One of our SC pastor friends is there. Herb helped renovate their sound system, worked with their music, etc. We would have stayed on but living on the beach was quite expensive along with the fact our children were still in Bristol. At this point of our life we wanted to be where they were, if God was pleased with that.
We came back to Bristol in July of 2001 and after a long chain of events, a story much to long to unfold, we are now pastors of a Christian Church that for the 25 years prior to us has had an A/G pastor; he also married us in ’69. If you can follow this ….that pastor also was pastor of Glad Tidings when Herb’s family moved here in the mid-60’s. So, to say the least it was ironic to come back to the church Herb ‘s parents were/are members.
Our church, you can check out the Website, http://www.firstchristianchurchofbristol.org/
It pulled out from the Disciples of Christ some years ago, is very eclectic in attendance, still holds to some traditional structure such as communion every Sunday but we have come to enjoy that part of the service. The pastor before us was a bit more “traditional” so we’ve taken the church some steps forward in more open worship, of course with some challenges but also with great acceptance.
Our three sons found Bristol girls who between them all have given us three grandsons (10, 8 and 5) and almost two years ago our first granddaughter. Scott is 36, Marketing President for the Wachovia bank here, Todd works for a private local business as well as serves as Herb’s associate/worship leader, whatever dad needs. And, Christopher is in management with Pepsi. We are thankful the boys have been able to be with us and share in our ministry.
It is nice to know other people enjoy “looking back” through roads traveled. I thought I might be the lone ranger on that one, or it came with getting ready to turn 60 …..ugh.
Blessings to you all.
Evelyn and Herb
Herb found your site through the CBC Alumni Newsletter and sent it to me. I was going to go to through the blog to post my comments but decided I needed to do that on our home computer …I still need my job. I saw your email address when I went to the revivaltimememoriesblog so thought I would send our hi via your email. We had not heard about Cyril’s illness so I was checking for an update on that.
We have been in Tennessee since 1991 ….long time! We pastored the A/G church for almost six years. During that time we purchased a Baldwin dealership here in town from a sweet gentleman who wanted to retire. We thought it would make us a good “retirement” sideline, but after 9-11, the economy taking a nosedive, we had to shut it down which took a great toll on us in many ways. Mostly financially. During that time we resigned our church after a time of burnout and Herb some major health issues. In 2000 we spent a year at the A/G church in Manteo, NC, over the bridge from Nags Head . One of our SC pastor friends is there. Herb helped renovate their sound system, worked with their music, etc. We would have stayed on but living on the beach was quite expensive along with the fact our children were still in Bristol. At this point of our life we wanted to be where they were, if God was pleased with that.
We came back to Bristol in July of 2001 and after a long chain of events, a story much to long to unfold, we are now pastors of a Christian Church that for the 25 years prior to us has had an A/G pastor; he also married us in ’69. If you can follow this ….that pastor also was pastor of Glad Tidings when Herb’s family moved here in the mid-60’s. So, to say the least it was ironic to come back to the church Herb ‘s parents were/are members.
Our church, you can check out the Website, http://www.firstchristianchurchofbristol.org/
It pulled out from the Disciples of Christ some years ago, is very eclectic in attendance, still holds to some traditional structure such as communion every Sunday but we have come to enjoy that part of the service. The pastor before us was a bit more “traditional” so we’ve taken the church some steps forward in more open worship, of course with some challenges but also with great acceptance.
Our three sons found Bristol girls who between them all have given us three grandsons (10, 8 and 5) and almost two years ago our first granddaughter. Scott is 36, Marketing President for the Wachovia bank here, Todd works for a private local business as well as serves as Herb’s associate/worship leader, whatever dad needs. And, Christopher is in management with Pepsi. We are thankful the boys have been able to be with us and share in our ministry.
It is nice to know other people enjoy “looking back” through roads traveled. I thought I might be the lone ranger on that one, or it came with getting ready to turn 60 …..ugh.
Blessings to you all.
Evelyn and Herb
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Test Results come in Thursday - January 24
I talked with Brother Mac - he is feeling good and shared this information:
He will get his test results back on Thursday and have a consultation with his doctor for the next step. We should know what that is, by Friday the 25th.
(We didn't talk long - it was time for a violin lesson.)
So choir, we must continue to pray for a Miracle!
Someone asked me "When are you OUT of RT?" There is a simple answer, once you're IN, only Heaven can get you OUT. And I understand that there are risers being set up now, for a very special broadcast ... Across the Heavens and Around the Throne. Brother Beam is there getting everything prepared. C.M. Ward is waiting in the wings.
FYI: I also spoke with Darlene Betzer, I know that Fort Meyers is praying today for Bro. Mac. We hope to hear from Pastor Dan Betzer via the Blog in the very near future!
He will get his test results back on Thursday and have a consultation with his doctor for the next step. We should know what that is, by Friday the 25th.
(We didn't talk long - it was time for a violin lesson.)
So choir, we must continue to pray for a Miracle!
Someone asked me "When are you OUT of RT?" There is a simple answer, once you're IN, only Heaven can get you OUT. And I understand that there are risers being set up now, for a very special broadcast ... Across the Heavens and Around the Throne. Brother Beam is there getting everything prepared. C.M. Ward is waiting in the wings.
FYI: I also spoke with Darlene Betzer, I know that Fort Meyers is praying today for Bro. Mac. We hope to hear from Pastor Dan Betzer via the Blog in the very near future!
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Here is the 1972 RT Guy's Suit
The car is a '72 Nova - now somewhere in Colorado.
This RT suit was last seen in Sri Lanka.
It had a flap button pocket, with a belt in the back, and flair pants.
Is this starting to sound like an ad in TravelSmith?
(The guy in the picture sure needs a haircut.)
Notice the 2 tone shoes - BTW predating Carman.
Does anyone have a picture of this choir?
We seem to remember the ladies in orange dresses. (T&J)
There's Room On This Blog For YOU!
Calling ALL RT Choir Members -
We need your updated information!
This blog will be a great place to let everyone know what you are doing and where you live. Tell us about your kids and your dogs - we want to know what you've been up to.
FYI: We are in the formative stages of planning a "Revivaltime Choir Reunion Party" at the next General Council in Orlando - Summer 2009. This would be another night to get together (before or after the CBC Reunion) for all of the RT kids at a hotel or... a church - George & Cheryl can you give us some direction?
(Did I say "kids"? ... Well this kid is now 56.)
Please - Tell us what you think about this idea. (T&J)
We also need your e-mail addresses.
Send those to: tjbougher@bellsouth.net
We need your updated information!
This blog will be a great place to let everyone know what you are doing and where you live. Tell us about your kids and your dogs - we want to know what you've been up to.
FYI: We are in the formative stages of planning a "Revivaltime Choir Reunion Party" at the next General Council in Orlando - Summer 2009. This would be another night to get together (before or after the CBC Reunion) for all of the RT kids at a hotel or... a church - George & Cheryl can you give us some direction?
(Did I say "kids"? ... Well this kid is now 56.)
Please - Tell us what you think about this idea. (T&J)
We also need your e-mail addresses.
Send those to: tjbougher@bellsouth.net
Friday, January 18, 2008
Brenda Nowicki has been FOUND!
Brenda here (hey, and you actually got the last name spelled correctly...Nowicki...and for that you should win a prize) 2nd row...2nd from the right. When I went home for the summer I was invited to tour with the Spurlows and Festival of Praise, a couple weeks ended up being a couple of years, so I never actually returned to CBC or Revivaltime, though I still have very fond memories of my time there, and have run into several old RT members throughout the years. In fact, Sharon McGee and I shared an apartment briefly when I was offered a position at TV-38 in Chicago. But she took off to get married...Hey, Sharon...you out there??? Kasi, I remember you as being very kind and loads of fun to be around...so catch us up on how you are doing since RT days!
Brenda - Thanks for coming down to the long, long altar. You too have won an expense paid tour of GPH and HQ. And One FREE Violin lesson from Brother Mac. You'll have to get to Springfield on your own - Sorry. (T&J)
Brenda - Thanks for coming down to the long, long altar. You too have won an expense paid tour of GPH and HQ. And One FREE Violin lesson from Brother Mac. You'll have to get to Springfield on your own - Sorry. (T&J)
1976-1977 Choir Members by Kasi Pierce
Kasi said...
I can name most of them!! Do I win a prize??
Yes, Kasi you have won a fantastic prize! See the infamous natural fake-wood border picture of RT '71-'72 - It's yours FREE! Just go to older posts section on this blog and print off your copy today! Kasi thanks for the info. (T&J)
Here's what Kasi remembers:
4th Row L-R: Steve Baker, ??, Roger Griepp, Byron Simar, Don Jonker, Jim Lyman, Bob Novak, Jay Dickerson, Rick Serbin
3rd Row L-R: Steve O’Brien, Jim Steffens, ??, Larry Scalfri, Phil Duncan, Roger Call, Maury Stout, Ron Crawford, Greg Tucker, Alan Henderson
2nd Row L-R: Joy Chasteen, Hannah Breithaupt, Cindy Neer, Sue Lehmann, ??, Sharon McGee, Beth??, Brenda Nowicki, ??
FRONT Row L-R: Bro. Mac, Debbie??, Esther??, Kasi Pierce (ME!!), Judy Flathers, ??, SueAnn??, Rhonda??, Laurie Collins, Gayle Massaro
Kasi also asked us...
And who is Mrs. Larry Nowicki???
Kasi - Thanks for your help!
We don't know who Mrs Larry Nowicki is either.
We only report what you guys tell us! See post below. (Tom & Jan)
APB - WHO IS MRS LARRY NOWICKI?
Does anyone know the ?? people? Help us please!
And what about a picture of the choir you were in? Send in a photo, please!
And REMEMBER ....
Send in your offering today to:
Revivaltime
Box 70,
Springfield, Missouri. 65801
(This is your narrator Lee Shultz)
I can name most of them!! Do I win a prize??
Yes, Kasi you have won a fantastic prize! See the infamous natural fake-wood border picture of RT '71-'72 - It's yours FREE! Just go to older posts section on this blog and print off your copy today! Kasi thanks for the info. (T&J)
Here's what Kasi remembers:
4th Row L-R: Steve Baker, ??, Roger Griepp, Byron Simar, Don Jonker, Jim Lyman, Bob Novak, Jay Dickerson, Rick Serbin
3rd Row L-R: Steve O’Brien, Jim Steffens, ??, Larry Scalfri, Phil Duncan, Roger Call, Maury Stout, Ron Crawford, Greg Tucker, Alan Henderson
2nd Row L-R: Joy Chasteen, Hannah Breithaupt, Cindy Neer, Sue Lehmann, ??, Sharon McGee, Beth??, Brenda Nowicki, ??
FRONT Row L-R: Bro. Mac, Debbie??, Esther??, Kasi Pierce (ME!!), Judy Flathers, ??, SueAnn??, Rhonda??, Laurie Collins, Gayle Massaro
Kasi also asked us...
And who is Mrs. Larry Nowicki???
Kasi - Thanks for your help!
We don't know who Mrs Larry Nowicki is either.
We only report what you guys tell us! See post below. (Tom & Jan)
APB - WHO IS MRS LARRY NOWICKI?
Does anyone know the ?? people? Help us please!
And what about a picture of the choir you were in? Send in a photo, please!
And REMEMBER ....
Send in your offering today to:
Revivaltime
Box 70,
Springfield, Missouri. 65801
(This is your narrator Lee Shultz)
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