Jesus said, “In the world ye shall have tribulation,” John 16:33. Trials will come for everyone. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 tells us, “Blessed be God even the father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the father of mercies and the God of all comfort; who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.” So often we think when God comforts us our trials will go away. But we must realize that if that were true we would only turn to him to be relieved of our pain and not out of love for Him. If you are feeling overwhelmed, allow God to comfort you with His strength, encouragement and hope to deal with your trials. Keep in mind that every trial that you encounter will help you comfort others who are going through similar trials. We can pass God’s comfort onto others.

Celebrating birthdays are Kylie Jones, Nicole Sutton, Wayne Brown and Chad Day on July 13, Ann Heath on July 14, John Hawkins, Anna Beth Ratje, Logan Merritt and Kenneth Selby on July 15, Michael Bell and Lexie Parker on July 16, Eddie Letson, Susan Snyder and Michael Halbrooks on July 17 and Bobby Stinnett on July 19.

Kayla Kretzer and her daughter, Olivia hosted a huge outdoor party including the pool and fireworks at their home for family and friends. Those attending were Adam, Emily and Lucas McNeal, Wes and Savannah Chenault, Bobby, Whitney, Braxton and Charleigh Holladay, Austin, Mia and Avery Borden, Dustin, Meagan and Hensley Harris, Nick, Nikki, Audrey, Addison and Ally Easter, Kyle, Ethan, Kyla and Isabella Burkeen, Trey, Jade and Rowen Chowning, Thomas, Brittney, Bryant and Mason Alexander, Chris, Joanna, Tyde, Adalyn and Hudson Borden, Evelyn Motes, Nathan and Javon Alldredge, Mike and Kaye Widener, Glynice Widener and the Kretzers. All had a great time celebrating the fourth.

It’s that time of year again! Time for the 9th Annual Plainview School Reunion. Former Plainview students and one guest are invited. Years 1937-1978.

Where: Plainview School (Sparkman School) Highway 36 East/72 Plainview St., Hartselle, AL 35640.

Date: Sat., July 29, 2017

Time: Registration is at 3:30 p.m., program starts at 5 p.m. and dinner starts at 5:30 p.m.

Plainview Alumni Association will provide: Bar-B-Que chicken or pork plates (your choice) and drinks. Please bring your favorite dessert. The entertainment will be provided by the Good Old Boys and Girls from Plainview. Show and tell: Bring your pictures and albums. For any questions feel free to call Hoyt Cheatham at 256-565-1539, Levada Lemmond Knox at 256-773-5126 or Dianna Atkins Gurley at 256-318-9962 or 256-778-8432. So start making plans for a fun filled time with former classmates and also meet new folks!