A second Community Prayer Service was held in Quitman Thursday, July 7, at the Courthouse. This service focused on Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Washington, D.C., Akron, Ohio,
Highland Park, Illinois, and of course, Clarke County, MS.
A special tribute was held for two members of the community that tragically lost their lives recently, Kimberly Taylor and Carl Lott.
Balloons were released for all the victims on that night.
Speakers for this event were Judge Terry and Louri Bonner, Pastor Ceola Davis, Ms. Jasmine Hilton, Pastor Washington McKenzie Jr., Pastor Jason Castle, Pastor Lawrence Kirksey, Pastor Renaldo Hopkins, Pastor Advial McKenzie, Pastor Bob Purvis, and Pastor Alonzo Williams.
“We are still asking everyone continue to prayer for these victims' families because we never know,” stated Patricia Arrington. “Let us just keep each other lifted up if you are sincere about God's people and your community!”
Tywanda Foster & Patricia would like to thank WTOK News, the Clarke County community, Wanda Hearns, Diane Gates, Shawn Follins, M&M Florist, The Clarke County Tribune, Board of Supervisors, Chancery Clerk’s office, Sally Doggett Wedgeworth of Circuit Clerk office, Fantasy Cottage Flowers & Gifts, Elias Allen , Clarke County Hot Topics, Pastor Marjorie Walker, Pastor Jason Castle, Pastor Alonzo Williams , Pastor Ray Files, Judge Tobey and Lynnita Bartee, De'Marcus Gates, Clarke County Sheriff’s Department, Meridian Police Department, Mississippi Highway Patrol and everyone else!
“Together we can move mountains,” stated Tywanda. “I love y’all! #clarkecountystrong”
“We are all in this together; keep pressing, and do not stop because God has so much in store for all His people! The devil wants us to give up, but we CAN'T! Hold on! Thank you, Clarke County community for your support!” stated Patricia.
Another prayer service is being planned in August. Watch The Clarke County Tribune or our Facebook page for upcoming dates.
