The Jonesboro Study Guild held its January meeting on January 27, 2024. After President Joann Teat called the meeting to order, Mary Cryer introduced the evening’s guest speaker, Randy Layfield, Director of His Hands Ministry, a ministry supported by First Baptist Church of Jonesboro.

Attending  were Study Guild members: Donna Avery, Jolene Carson, Mary Cryer, RoseMary Ewing, Paula Jimmerson, Dawna Keys, Lisa McConathy, May Saulters, Wilda Smith, JoAnn Teat, Marilyn Walker, Glo Weaver, Christie Weeks and guest, Michelle Breeding.

Layfield shared key information about His Hands Ministry impact in 2024, including:

• An average of 137 families served per month, which equates to 337 individuals, including 61 seniors.

• The ministry operates with the help of volunteer workers from various churches and faith-based organizations in the community.

• For January, they are collecting donations of crackers and peanut butter and donated items.

• The His Hands clothing ministry allows individuals in need to receive 15 pieces of clothing at no cost.

· Donations are made by: Quitman Beta Club, 4-H, Club Scouts, Loopers, many Church’s

Randy also expressed his willingness to speak to other organizations and clubs to share more about His Hands Ministry.

Following the program, Christy Weeks served a delicious King Cake from Briarhill Farms.