Carolyn Hambrick Petzold

NOVEMBER 24, 1964 – JULY 9, 2020

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Carolyn “Caryn” Hambrick Petzold, 55, passed away, from a tragic accident, on Thursday, July 9, 2020. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 16, 2020 at Liberty Hills Baptist Church, Moody, Texas officiated by Pastor Carroll Hambrick. Interment will follow in Waco Memorial Park. If you would like to honor Caryn’s life, you may join the family for a visitation from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at Cole Funeral Home, McGregor, Texas.

Caryn was born in Dallas, Texas on November 24, 1964 to Teddy and Elizabeth Lowe. Her mother passed away when she was 12, and Caryn was adopted by her aunt and uncle, I.G. and Nell Vaden of Lufkin, Texas. As a child, she lived in several places across Texas and in several other states. As a teenager, she lived in Lufkin, Texas and graduated from Lufkin High School, where she was a member of the dance troop. Caryn was very involved in her church and sang in the choir. In high school, she worked during summers as a junior forest ranger and worked as a camp counselor, at Piney Woods youth camp in East Texas, where she made lifelong friends. She also worked as a photographer’s assistant, a daycare worker, and as a secretary in many places. She worked as a secretary for Elm Creek Water Supply and for the past eight years she was the office manager. Caryn had the voice of an angel and loved to sing in her church choir. She loved teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Caryn married the love of her life, Christopher “Chris” Petzold in December of 1989. She was a loving mom and devoted Nana.

Preceding Caryn in death were parents, Ted Lowe and Elizabeth Lowe, I.G. Vaden and Nell Vaden; sisters, Debera Kizer, and Kay Vaden.

Survivors include husband, of 30 years, Chris Petzold; sons, Matthew Hambrick and wife, Chelsea, Michael and wife, Olivia; grandchildren, Cahnnon Hambrick, Hunter Lynne Hunter, Hayes Hambrick, Aiden Petzold, Easton Petzold, Cason Petzold; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation or to Liberty Hills Baptist Church.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6

This is not goodbye, but until we meet again my love. . .your favorite.

James Dowell Mars, 78, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm. Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Liberty Hill Baptist Church, Moody, Texas, officiated by Reverend Roy Marshall. A visitation will be 4:00 pm. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at Cole Funeral Home, McGregor, Texas, masks are required. The family will have a private burial.

James was born in Moody, Texas on October 23, 1941 to Jimmy R. Mars and Jessie Corine (Dowell) Mars. He graduated from Bruceville-Eddy High School in 1960, from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1969 with a degree in electrical engineering, and became a professional engineer in 1973. He was employed by Texas Power and Light in 1969, retired from TU Electric in 1997 after 29 years of service, then started his own business, Genesis Engineering. James served on the National Electrical Code and the International Electrical Code Board. James married Paula Dianna Talbert on September 15, 1961 in China Spring, Texas. They were married for 58 years. He was a dedicated Christian, deacon, Sunday School teacher, enjoyed working with the Texas Baptist Men Church Builders, and was a founding member of Oak Crest Baptist Church where he was chairman of the building committee. After retirement, his passion was traveling and flying his airplane.

Preceding James in death were his parents, Jimmy and Jessie Mars.

Survivors include daughters, Kim Mars Mahlstedt and husband, Scott, Sherri Mars Gibson and husband, Andy; son, Matthew and wife, Beth; brother, Jerry and wife, Betty; grandchildren, Allison Mahlstedt, Aaron Mahlstedt, Andrew Gibson, and Ryan Gibson.

Donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association at http://www.alzheimers.org.

PALLBEARERS
Aaron Mahlstedt
Andrew Gibson
Ryan Gibson
Skip Talbert
Cecil Mack Dowell
Jake Davis

Sunday, April 26th at 6:00pm

Pastor Marc is joined by returning guests David Dover and Patrick Chaney as well as newcomer Tyler Vela (learn more about Tyler’s ministry HERE).

Due to the COVID-19 social distancing policies, this Q&A event is LIVE via YouTube.

ZOOM Video Conferencing

Beginning Wednesday, April 1st, we will try a new service that should allow our online classes to be more interactive without the need to sign up for an account with YouTube.

• No need to register an account
• Works on any computer, smartphone or tablet.
• You WILL need to download the App for your device.

• • For computer: https://zoom.us/download#client_4meeting (select “Zoom Client for Meetings”)
• • For Apple Devices: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id546505307
• • For Android Devices: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.zoom.videomeetings

• We will post the link to join the meeting to the website, Facebook page, and LHBC Group Text on Wednesday about 30 minutes prior to class start.

While churches were not strictly forbidden from gathering, Liberty Hill had opted to suspend in-person gatherings and began holding remote services. On Monday, April 27^th, Governor Abbott issued an executive order allowing business to begin to reopen under certain guidelines. As we begin to get out and resume a more normal daily life in general, we have decided to also begin the transition into more normal church life as well.

Beginning Sunday, May 10^th, Liberty Hill will resume gatherings for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening Bible study.

Sunday School resumed May 24th, in the Fellowship Hall at 10:00am.

Sunday Evening Bible Study resumes June 7th at 6:00pm.

Wednesday Evening Youth Activities (7:00pm) have resumed as of June 3rd.

All other events will remain suspended for now. Over the next several weeks, we hope to begin activities again as we determine the best and safest course of action to do so.

We WILL continue livestreaming the Sunday services and Wednesday Bible study.

If you have a condition that places you at higher risk from the disease, or just prefer to play it safe for now, please feel free to remain home. I do not want anyone to feel they are obligated to return to church in person at this time.

But for those who are able and wish to gather, we will be open with the following guidelines to help us all get through this time safely.

We all know that the Coronavirus can be spread to others by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. While LHBC will be mindful of federal and state laws and guidance, our aim is to take actions to protect our congregation, especially our at-risk population, and to be a comfort and support during this time.

These initial guidelines are taken from Governor Abbott’s executive order GA-18, issued on April 27, 2020 on religious services.

1. Hand sanitizer with be provided in the entrance. Please apply on entering the church and leaving. As always, wash hands frequently.

2. Say “Hello” instead of a handshake or hug. Maintaining good social distance (about six feet) is very important. Please keep at least 6 feet between you and fellow members.

3. Keep at least two empty seats (or six feet separation) between parties in any row, except as follows:

• • Two or more members of the same household can sit adjacent to one another, with two seats (or six feet separation) empty on either side
  • Two individuals who are not members of the same household but who are attending together can sit adjacent to one another, with two seats (or six feet separation) empty on either side
  • Alternate rows between attendees (every other row left empty)

4. CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings to slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have the virus and do not know it from transmitting it to others. If you feel more comfortable wearing a mask and want one, several ladies in the church are making some available. Make sure it covers your mouth and nose and wash after use in regular wash and dryer.

5. After service, a volunteer will wipe frequently touched objects such as door knobs, countertops, rails, pews, song books, etc.

6. Rather than passing the plate, Tithes & Offerings can be placed in the container at the back of the church. Members opting to remain at home can still mail in their tithes and offerings or deposit them directly to the bank in Moody.

7. For now, the only activities will be Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening Bible Study. All other activities such as Children’s Ministry, Nursery, Sunday evening service, Youth gatherings, Sunday School, Baptisms, Communion, and meal days will remain suspended as we devise means by which to reintroduce them with appropriate precautions.

8. If you are in a higher risk group, those who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes and feel more comfortable attending remotely for now, please do so.

9. We want to remind anyone with a cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat or a new loss of taste or smell to please stay home.

10. These guidelines are ever changing. Please pray for our church and for us to all transition back to a normal in the next few months.

Liberty Hill Baptist Church is more than a building on a hill and gatherings. It is a family of people dedicated to following Christ, and dedicated to one another. We will be return to normal services and events soon enough. In the meantime, let’s be sure to keep one another close in our hearts.

Thank you, and God bless,

Pastor Marc

RESOURCES

The link to the live broadcast of church services can be found here: Liberty Hill Live 

RightNow Media: Get access to thousands of bible study videos on virtually any topic imaginable: https://www.rightnowmedia.org/Account/Invite/LibertyHillBaptist (or Text “RightNow LibertyHillBaptist” to 41-411)

McLennan County Shelter-in-Place Order (PDF): http://co.mclennan.tx.us/DocumentCenter/View/10076/McLennan-County-COVID19-Order-to-Shelter-in-Place-PDF—ADA

Family Worship resources from the Southern Baptists Texas Convention: https://sbtexas.com/church-ministries/adult/family-ministry/resources-for-families/

Catch up on reading through the Bible in 2020: https://fivedaybiblereading.com/

Free Resources from LifeWay: https://www.lifeway.com/coronavirus

Find School Meal Programs: https://sites.google.com/view/tx-food-resources/meal-finder-map-texas?authuser=0

List of Local Food Banks: https://www.foodpantries.org/ci/tx-waco

Website with lists of local information, updates, and resources: https://www.actlocallywaco.org/cvresources/

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Sunday Morning Service

September 20th, 11:00am

To view the Order of Service and Announcements, CLICK HERE!

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Wednesday Evenings

September 23rd, 7:00pm

“Can I Trust the Bible?”

[ No Livestream ]

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Visit our BIBLE STUDY page to see past series.

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Recent Wednesday Evening Lessons

• The Doctrine of Christ
• TACTICS: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8Llo5TGLNYU9OaxC3ndQSx7BERsqs7rO
• “Did God Commit Rape in Jeremiah 13?” (How NOT to Interpret the Bible)
• Having a Strong CORE
• The Red Sea Miracle, previous sessions, YouTube Playlist.
• SBC 2021 Annual Meeting Report
•  How NOT to Interpret the Bible, “Was Jesus Racist?”
• FACTS of the Resurrection, Series Page 

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“Hey Pastor?!” Question & Answer 

Sunday, July 26th, 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Liberty Hill now has the ability to stream services live over YouTube. This will allow us to be accessible to a wider audience than streaming over Facebook alone would previously allow.

While watching a service is never the same as being present, we want to offer you the opportunity to gather with your church family in spirit even if not in body.

We encourage our church family to continue to tithe and support our church.  Anyone who wishes to may drop off their tithes at Moody Bank and specify it is tithes for the LHBC account or send checks to church address, 1155 Liberty Hill Rd, Moody, TX  76557