A note from Joan Fleming

Just wanted to thank you for the kindness and love we've been shown by the people of Vine Street Christian Church following the passing of my husband, John.

For quite a few days someone from Vine Street would show up at my door in the afternoon with food for the evening along with a little company. I've gotten to know some of you a little better, and it's been wonderful. Many thanks also for the gift cards for restaurants which were nice when we just wanted to get away from the house for a little while.

Thank you to Linda Brandau and all the ladies that prepared delicious homemade cookies and treats for the visitation. It made everything seem so special.

Thank you to the team that videoed John's Memorial Service and put it on Youtube. It has been watched by relatives from as far away as Virginia, Maryland, and New York. Incidentally they have been very complimentary about what a beautiful service it was. You filmed it beautifully too.

Thank you Micah for providing the piano accompaniment for the whole service and Abi for the beautiful solo of Amazing Grace. I immediately thought of you, Abi, when my daughter, Judy, requested that we have a solo during the service. That was so kind of you both to give some of your time on Sunday to do that.

When we first moved to Nashville so many years ago the neighborhood was surrounded by churches as it is now. We visited all the churches and chose to join Vine Street because we liked the people. So glad we chose this church. It has always been a blessing.

Sincerely,

Joan Fleming

Vaughn Woods

A recent arteriogram revealed that Vaughn Woods has several significant blockages in his coronary arteries. His treatment options are limited due to other health issues, and we hope that his medical team will come up with a good plan. Thank you for remembering him and Donna in your prayers.

John Fleming

John Fleming died on May 19, 2024; he was 82 years old. Thank you for surrounding the family with your prayers and care, especially Joan and the children, John, Judy, Jennifer and Julie.

The funeral will be on Sunday, June 2, at 2pm, at Vine Street Christian Church, with visitation in Fellowship Hall before the service, 1-2pm. A private inurnment in the columbarium will follow the funeral service.

Mike Shipp

Mike Shipp will have outpatient surgery on Wednesday morning. He has had a persistent infection in his big toe, and he and his doctor have determined that amputation, though radical, is his best treatment option. He hopes to be in worship on Easter, and he should be able to talk without a walker within a week or two. Thank you for keeping him and Julia in your prayers.

Greg Rumburg's mom

Greg Rumburg and April Hefner ask for prayers of support for the family and friends of Greg's mom, Verna Rumburg. Verna died over the weekend after a recent illness. A funeral celebrating her life will be Wednesday, March 20 in Wooster, Ohio. We give thanks for Verna's life, and the family gives thanks to Vine Street for its many years of thoughtfulness toward her.