Chaplain’s Corner – Texas Auctioneers Association

Elections have Consequences

As our Texas primary election comes up, make sure and vote. Check the candidates out & see what they stand for. I would encourage you to vote Biblical values.

Texas Values has a list of candidates they support. You can also go to ivoterguide.com.

The Fellowship of Christian Auctioneers International (FCAI) is encouraging everyone to renew their dues.

We minister to auctioneers & their families as well as deployed troops. Thanks to everyone who has already renewed.

In Romans 12:5 scripture states “For we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.”

In Matthew 9:12 & 13 scripture states “But when Jesus heard that, He said unto them. They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick 13 But go, ye and learn what that meaneth. I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”

The Rancher’s Code

Give everything you’ve got in everything you do.

You’re only as good as your word, so never go back on it.

Stand up for what’s right, even if you’re the only one standing.

Honor our nation, and the men and women who protect it.

Serve as a steward of the land, because the Lord ain’t makin’ any more of it.

Give thanks every day for what you have and the people who got you there.

The person next to you is more important than anything on your mobile.

Never post anything online you would not say to someone’s face.

Respect the opinions of others, even if you do not agree with them.

When you get knocked down, get back up.

By Cattle Max

^{Prayer Requests}

^{Tommie McDonald, Tyler, Tx}

^{Jack Van Hauen, Keller, TX}

^{Ryan Lystad, Terry & Lou Ann Water’s son in law, Aledo, TX}

^{Bob Mitchell, Terrell, TX}

^{Brenda Kaddatz, Hillsboro, TX}

^{Kyle Michell- Terrell, TX}

^{Sandy Dunning- Plano, TX}

^{Yvonne Jones- Gainesville, TX}

^{Renee Jones, Gainesville, TX}

^{Lou Ann Young- Olton, TX}

^{Stan Young’s mother - Olton, TX}

^{Teresa Murihead, Hubbard, TX}

^{Brett Thomas, Mt. Pleasant, TX}

^{Jeff Dunning Sr., Health -Carrollton, TX}

^{Valerie Grimm- Houston, TX}

^{Kelly Pinkey Hendrex, Farmersville, Tx}

^{Doug Bradford, Carrolton, TX}

^{Praise Reports}

^{America’s Auction Academy raised funds for FCAI at their January auction school.}

^{Next auction school is May 31-June 7, 2024}

^{I assisted Texas Values with an auction in Houston. The honored guest was Coach Kennedy who went to the Supreme Court. He won his case which allows him to pray on the football field after a game.}

^{Newborn calf was born in January when it was 12 degrees.}

^{People that have gone to be with Lord}

^{Sheryl Bates Jones Mother- Sue Darcey}

^TDLR

^{I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me.}

^{If you need assistance with a TDLR, you can contact Todd or me.}

^{Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not renewed.}

^{Support Our Veterans}

^{Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.}

^{But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. - 1 Corinthians 15:57}

^{Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go, - Joshua 1:19}

^{If you would like to be on the FCAI e-mail or text list, send your e-mail address or cell phone number.}

^{Check our website Facebook for praise reports, prayer requests, thank you notes, and obituaries. You can send contributions to FCAI, visit our website, or call 254-582-3000 with a credit card. Our address is: 535 HCR 4223, Hillsboro, Tx 76645. For online donations please visit;//www.fcai.org All donations are tax deductible.}

^{Let us be thankful for all of the blessings God has given us especially for salvation.}

^{May God Bless you.}

^{Alvin Kaddatz}

by Stacy Fox

Pray and Then See Your Doctor

We have had several friends who have had serious health issues and did not go to the doctor. One of our friends was having chest pains and refused to go to the doctor. He went to be with the Lord a few days later after having a heart attack.

Our nephew, Stephen Fortner, is hospitalized in Lubbock. He got a leg infection and did go to the doctor. His friends decided to call an ambulance. He lost his right leg and left foot. Stephen said to thank you for the prayers.

One of our employees, Gary Claborn, had a problem with his hip. He didn’t want to go to the doctor. When he went, the doctor told him he would have lost his leg if he had waited any longer. He has had a successful hip replacement and is doing fine. Gary said thanks for the prayers and the cards you sent.

If something changes with our health, get to a doctor and get it checked out.

^“A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.” Proverbs 18 vs 24.

I stopped on my way back from Clovis, New Mexico to see Lou Ann and Stan Young. They haven’t been able to make it to the conventions for several years. I met Stan’s mom. She is on the prayer list and has had health issues. Lou Ann is having heart and lung issues. We had a great visit. They said to thank you for the prayers, cards and emails.

The group Acts of Mercy is the group that Travis Kaddatz went with last June to minister to Ukrainian refugees. Acts of Mercy has sent people to Syria and Turkey to help with the earthquake victims. Keep them in your prayers.

We received this from Monti & Tracie Davis after the passing of Montie’s father.
Thank you for your thoughtfulness and sending the care package including the devotional among other items. The Body of Christ is such a blessing in these moments.
Montie & Tracie Davis

Thomas Pascal "Tom" Taylor
(August 30, 1946 - January 22, 2023)
Tom Taylor, retired Air Force Veteran, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023, in his home in Hondo, Texas. A great joke teller, he will be missed by all. He attended America’s Auction Academy. He enjoyed seeing everyone at the conventions. John Sisk called. He attended the funeral.

Our good friend & fellow auctioneer, Jeff Duncan of South Carolina has introduced a bill that will put an end to one disturbing social activism practice by government employees. The Old Glory Only Act (H.R.146) will officially prohibit the flying of flags other than the American flag over U.S. embassies and consulates around the world.

TDLR

I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me. If you need assistance with a TDLR, you can contact Todd or me. Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not renewed.

Support Our Veterans

Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.- 1 Corinthians 15:57

Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go,- Joshua 1:19

If you would like to be on the FCAI e-mail or text list, send your e-mail address or cell phone number.

Check our website of Facebook for praise reports, prayer requests, thank you notes, and obituaries. You can send contributions to FCAI, visit our website, or call 254-582-3000 with a credit card. Our address is: 535 HCR 4223, Hillsboro, Tx 76645. For online donations, please visit www.fcai.org. All donations are tax deductible.

Heather Kaspar shared this with us. Her dad went to be with the Lord last year.

The Most Misunderstood Honest Man

By H.S. Kaspar

I lived and I loved.

I lost and won.

I pushed and I shoved,

And wasn’t always the best son

I tried and I hurt, And it was never enough.

But that didn’t stop me from being a flirt.

It also didn’t stop me from being tough.

What I’ve said is sure true.

It’s surely no lie.

But that didn’t mean

That I didn’t try.

It took me some time,

And a good lookin’ gal,

But I knew what I wanted,

& turned on a dime.

I quit drinkin’ and sinkin’

And I tried to live right.

I know at times I fell short,

But I gave it a heckuva fight.

I argued with God more than a time or two,

But it sure didn’t stop me from wearing a cross

on my neck and in my pocket too.

I could be shrewd and rude and obnoxious and drunk.

I could be ruthless and wreckless and run a suck.

I won’t deny it. The shoe fits.

But, I’m here to tell you; you don’t have to stay in the pits.

You can take all that ugly and turn it to good.

You can talk to the drunkard and take their keys when you should.

You can take you lessons and turn them to good,

For the downtrodden, the bruised, the lonely and rude.

You can encourage and mend and visit…

Treat every person as you should.

I’ve sat with the man without Christmas gifts for his son.

I’ve enjoyed the company of those, where addiction has won.

I’ve called the father of a kid having a rough night.

I’ve pulled kids from a ditch when something didn’t go right.

I’ve encouraged those trying, and not getting nowhere.

I’ve asked for forgiveness, when I was too much to bear.

I smiled and I talked and I took the time,

To let you know you were noticed and all was all right.

I’ve said it for years and it’s still true today.

I’m the most misunderstood honest man…that fact will stay.

May God Bless You,

Alvin Kaddatz

by Stacy Fox

You Can Make a Difference

We receive many thank you cards-mails, and letters of appreciation from auctioneers. Your involvement in the Fellowship of Christian Auctioneers International (FCAI) has given families the support they needed.

In Luke 10 vs 30, Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan. This reminds me of all the auctioneers who help those in need. Not only did the Good Samaritan take care of the wounded man, but Jesus states in vs 35 that He told the innkeeper, “Take care of him; and whatsoever thou spend more, when I come again, I will repay thee.” We received this thank you note from Doug Bradford’s Dad:

I want to thank you for the package of items of Christian encouragement and your prayers for my healing. I am humbled by your thoughtfulness. Healing is occurring and I know this is all in accordance with his provision. I enjoyed some of the coffee Doug shared with me this morning.

Thank you, Jim Braford

Our friend Lyle Bond went to be with the Lord December 21, 2021.

He graduated from high school in 1955 and enlisted in the US Navy in June 1955. He toured the world on the USS Northampton. He told of his adventures of travel with love and fondness especially Italy over the years. After 4 years of active duty in the Navy which were very near and dear to his heart and 4 years of reserve duty he was honorably discharged on June 4, 1963.

He married Denise Harris on February 2, 1963, and to this union Bret Andrew and Sara Ann were born. The family moved to Colorado, Arkansas, Iowa, Nebraska and finally to Texas where he and Denise retired in Round Rock.

Lyle returned to Iowa in the early 1960’s and began his career as a radio personality at KAYL in Storm Lake, IA. He moved to Sioux City, IA and became a TV Weatherman. Lyle was selected by UPI as one of Iowa’s top 6 newscasters in 1964. He also enjoyed other careers in the Executive Recruiting and Real Estate industry but his love for the auction industry won out as his last career with daughter Sara by his side. Together with Denise, they built TNT Auction & Appraisals. Lyle was named Senior Champion Auctioneer for the State of Texas in 1990.

Lyle is survived by his wife Denise of Round Rock, TX, son Bret of Austin, TX, daughter Sara of Hutto, TX. Please keep Lyle’s family in your prayers.

Our friend R.J. Smith, went to be with the Lord 2 years ago, I wanted to share his poem:

Carson Kaddatz & his fiancée Michaela attended the 2021 Stagg Bowl NCAA in Canton, Ohio on December 17, 2021.

The University of Mary Hardin Baylor (UMHB) varsity team played North Central. UMHB won the National Championship. Carson has played on the Jr. Varsity at UMHB for 3 years. The team was recognized on 2-8-22 at UMHB at Belton, Tx. Pictured are the new head Coach for UMHB on the left Larry Harmon, Carson, myself, & recently retired head coach Pete Fredenburg.

Please designate Live Action as your Charity when you order from Amazon Live. Live Action is Pro-life group that is doing excellent work in saving babies.

We have visited with founder Lila Rose several times in Washington D.C. She did uncover work to find atrocities at Planned Parenthood.

Prayer Requests
Jim Bradford, Carrollton, TX - Doug Bradford’s Dad
Allen Huegatter’s Mom, Bowie, TX
David Ashley Harbour, Dallas, TX
Brenda Kaddatz, Hillsboro, TX
Pat Storey, Early, TX
Sandy Dunning, Plano, TX
Bob Mitchell, Terrell, TX
Kyle Mitchell, Terrell, TX
Patti Franklin, Tomball, TX - Jacquelyn Lemons-Shillingburg & Lori Lemons-Campbell’s Mom
Louise Long, Brady, TX - Pat & Mike Long’s Mother
Renee Jones, Gainesville, TX
Lou Ann Young, Olton, TX
Doug Elich, Prosper, TX
Charlene Sample, San Marcos, TX

Praise Reports
America’s Auction Academy raised funds for FCAI at their last auction school.
A special thank you to Mike Jones and Lori Jones and the student’s instructions. The next school will be June 3-10, 2022.
Go To Auctions provides the FCAI website.

Soldiers Prayer List
Louis D. Tarver Sergeant
Caleb Castro

People Passed or Lost Loved Ones That Have Gone to be with the Lord
Lyle Bond, Round Rock, TX

TDLR
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me. If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact Todd or I.

Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not.

Support Our Veterans
Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:57

“Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:19

If you would like to be on the FCAI e-mail list, send your e-mail address. Check our website or Facebook for praise reports, prayer requests, thank you notes, and obituaries. You can send contributions to FCAI, visit our website, or call 254-582-3000 with a credit card. Our address is: 535 HCR 4223, Hillsboro, TX 76645.

For online donations please visit www.fcai.org. All donations are tax deductible.

May God Bless You,
Alvin Kaddatz

by Diana Balak

Miracles Still Happen

Yvonne Jones called me to ask everyone to pray for Renee Jones. Renee had surgery in Houston on 10-20-2021. She was recovering so she traveled to Gainesville to be with her mom (Yvonne). On 10-29, Renee had extensive internal bleeding. She had lost a lot of blood and had to be rushed to the hospital. She had a broken artery in her chest the doctor said if she had got there 15 minutes later, she probably wouldn’t have survived. Praise God for answered prayer.

Thanks to all of you who are prayer warriors. Jesus states in scripture in Matthew 7:7:

7 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.

8 For every one that asked receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.

9 Or what man is there of you, whom if his son ask bread, will he give him a stone?

10 Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?

11 If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?

Jesus did numerous miracles. As we share our experiences with each other, we see that numerous miracles continue to occur every day. One of our friends had the Covid virus. She went to the doctor and her doctor refused to give her anything except vitamin C & zinc. She took some Ivomec & was well in 2 days.

Currently, Ivermectin has already been adopted by 25 percent of the world’s countries to prevent and treat COVID-19. Bangladesh, where Ivermectin is broadly used in almost every home, enjoys a 99 percent lower per capita death rate from COVID-19 than the US. Bangladesh, with 160 million inhabitants, has half the US population. However, it has merely 10,000 COVID-19 deaths. Contrast that with nearly 580,000 US deaths in our country of 327 million. Some report 700,000.

On October 19, we received this from Stan Young: “We are very thankful that today’s surgery went well” Stan was giving us an update on Lou Ann. She is still having some health issues so continue to pray for her.

It is great to know when FCAI sends out emails with a prayer request, you respond. Praise God for all of you.

We wanted to wish each of you a very Merry Christmas! Join us in celebrating Christ’s birthday.

6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them; and they were sore afraid.

10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

12 And this shall be a sign unto you: Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes. lying in a manger.

13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

We have killed several rattlesnakes in the past 3 months. Pictured is Robert Robertson, our nephew, with one he killed on our farm near Hillsboro.

Gideon Bible
Kevin Lane, who does a 3:16 devotional that we send out, was talking to a Gideon. The Gideon had been to a prison and a prisoner said he wanted a small testament. He told the Gideon he used the pages to smoke. The Gideon said he would give him a testament if he would agree to read each page before he smoked it. When the prisoner got to John 3: 16, he stopped smoking them.

We serve a great God! Praise God for answered prayer.

Prayer Requests
O.B Powers - Howe, TX
Jim Bradford - Carrollton, TX (Doug Bradford’s Dad)
Allen Huegatter’s Mom - Bowie, TX
David Ashley Harbour - Dallas, TX
Brenda Kaddatz - Hillsboro, TX
Pat Storey - Early, TX
Sandy Dunning - Plano, TX
Bob Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Kyle Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Patti Franklin - Tomball, TX (Jacquelyn Lemons-Shillingburg & Lori Lemons Campbell’s Mom)
Louise Long - Brady, TX (Pat & Mike Long’s Mother)
Renee Jones - Gainesville, TX
Lou Ann Young - Olton, TX
Doug Elich - Prosper, TX

Praise Reports
America’s Auction Academy raised funds for FCAI at their last auction school.

A special thank you to Mike Jones and Lori Jones and the students. The next school will be January 21-28, 2022.

Go To Auctions provides the FCAI website.

TAA raised $1308.91 for FCAI from the Fun Auction.

Soldiers Prayer List
Louis D. Tarver
Sergeant Caleb Castro

People passed or lost loved ones that have gone to be with the Lord
Rudy Mayer - Lincoln, TX
Shorty Ballard’s Dad - Bryan, TX

TDLR
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me. If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact Todd or I.

Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not.

Support Our Veterans
Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:57

“Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:19

For online donations please visit www.fcai.org. All donations are tax deductible.

May God Bless You,
Alvin Kaddatz

by Diana Balak

Pray for those with COVID

We received a thank you note from the Fred Moore family. Choices was written by Fred Moore. Fred is Jayme Moore’s father. Fred went to be with the Lord on 6-23-21.

If ordering from Amazon, a good Charity to donate to is Live Action. We have talked to founder Lila Rose numerous times in Washington D.C.

Continue to pray for those with the virus. Many of our friends & customers are taking Ivomec Cattle & horse wormer to prevent & treat the virus. Do not take Ivomec Plus. Our local pharmacies have Ivomec pills & Hydroxychloroquine pills available. You must have your doctor give you a prescription to get these. Ivomec can also be ordered from Canada & India.

We received this from Lou Ann and Terry Waters.
“Alvin & FCAI,
Thank you so much for the card and care package you sent after the unexpected death of our son. We are thankful we know he is in heaven waiting for us. Thank you for all the prayers for us and our family. Our Lord Jesus is carrying us through each day.
Love Terry and Lou Ann Waters”

Prayer Requests

O.B Powers - Howe, TX
Terry Waters - Aledo, TX
Lou Ann Waters - Aledo, TX
Jim Bradford - Carrollton, TX (Doug Bradford’s Dad)
Allen Huegatter’s Mom - Bowie, TX
David Ashley Harbour - Dallas, TX
Brenda Kaddatz - Hillsboro, TX
Pat Storey - Early, TX
Sandy Dunning - Plano, TX
Yvonne Jones - Gainesville, TX
Dianne Yeaman - Needville, TX
Bob Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Kyle Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Patti Franklin- Tomball, TX (Jacquelyn Lemons-Shillingburg & Lori Lemons-Campbell’s Mom)
Louise Long - Brady, TX (Pat & Mike Long’s Mother)
Chad Yeaman - Needville, TX

Praise Reports
America’s Auction Academy raised funds for FCAI at their last auction school.
A special thank you to Mike Jones and Lori Jones and the students. The next school will be September 10th – 17th 2021.
Go To Auctions provides the FCAI website.

Soldiers Prayer List

Katherine Poulments

People passed or lost loved ones that have gone to be with the Lord
Dalton Horn - Nome, TX
Patricia Bradford - Carrollton, TX (Doug Bradford’s Mom) Lennon Young - Olton, TX (Stan Young’s Dad)
James Folkert’s Dad - Amarillo, TX
Kathy Banks Graham - Pasadena, TX
Fred Moore, New Mexico (Jamye Austin’s Dad)

TDLR
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me. If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact Todd or I.

Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not.

Support Our Veterans
Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:57

“Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:19

For online donations please visit www.fcai.org. All donations are tax deductible.

FCAI annual meeting was held during the Conference Show on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at 7:00pm. Program Speaker was Peter Gehres who was at the TAA convention. May God Bless You and Keep You.

by Jen George

Praise God For His Blessings

God has answered our prayers. There is a vaccine for the COVID-19 virus.

Please continue to pray for all those with the virus and all those who lost family members.

My wife Brenda and I took Hydroxychloroquine and got over the virus two weeks faster than my sisters did. One of my sisters received a Z-pack and inhaler. The other did not receive anything from her doctor and then spent three days in the hospital recovering. Do not let your doctor send you home with only vitamin C and zinc. There are treatments available. Another treatment is Ivomec. It is a cattle wormer that people take in third world countries for internal parasites. Many of our friends and customers are using the cattle wormer and Ivomec horse wormer. There are pharmacies who have Ivomec pills and Hydroxychloroquine pills.

We received this from Ronnie Garner concerning his wife Debra.

No one would prescribe Hydroxychloroquine for a new patient. Her doctor told her about a new drug given by IV at the hospital. She went to Hillcrest yesterday about 5:00PM. She finally saw a doctor at 1:00AM. She said she had no choice but to wait, she had to have the IV. They started the IV about 1:00AM. It takes three hours to administer, and then wait for an hour to see if you have a reaction. Debra has recovered.

We have had several auctioneers who have gone to be with the Lord. Sheila Sisk fought the COVID virus for several weeks. Sheila was a special person. She was at every function the Fellowship of Christian Auctioneers (FCAI) had. She was an example for all of us to follow. Prov. 31:10 states, “Who can find a virtuous women? For her price is far above rubies.” The remainder of that chapter reflects Sheila.

Shorty Yeaman, was a proud member of the Texas Auctioneers Association for more than 30 years. He was proud to have served as President in 2004 and was on the Board of Directors for 9 years. He held a PhD in Auctioneering from Indiana University- Certified Auction Institute, CAI. And he was very proud to be a member of the Fellowship of Christian Auctioneers International (FCAI).

Doug Meier, was a Bronc Rider, Ag Teacher, Auctioneer, Insurance Agent, Ordained Minister, and a Cattle Rancher. Denny Stouffer of Maryland donated a tour of Civil War battle fields to FCAI. It was sold in our last online auction. Anyone who wants to donate an item can let me know.

It is zero degrees outside this morning. We have checked the cattle & all of them are ok. We lost one baby calf. Many people are without electricity. It makes us appreciate everything God Provides for us. Yesterday, we checked cattle and the birds were feeding on the round bales of hay. We know that if God is taking care of the birds, He will certainly take care of us. Photos show the birds on the cattle & places where we broke ice for the cattle to drink.

Prayer Requests
Allen Huegatter’s Mom - Bowie, TX
Ashley D. Harbour - Mt. Pleasant, TX
Bob Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Brenda Kaddatz - Hillsboro, TX
Pam Hall (Dana Burgess’ Mom) - Graham, TX
Kyle Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Pat Storey - Early, TX
Deborah Mayer - Lincoln, TX
Yvonne Jones - Gainsville, TX
Dianne Yeaman - hip surgery - Needville, TX
Rene Sample Bohot
Please pray for Jackie, Scott & Trey Schillingburg who have lost relatives & friends.

Soldiers
Corporal Chandler Kasper

People who have passed or lost loved ones who have gone to be with the Lord
Shorty Yeaman - Needville, TX - 12-24-2020
Sheila Sisk - George West, TX - 12-5-2020
Doug Meier - Ennis, TX - 1-28-2021 (Craig’s Dad)
Shaun Long - Austin, TX (Mike’s Son)
Mary Meier - Ennis, TX (Craig’s Mom)
Fred Moore - Mountainair, NM (Jamye’s Dad)

Praise Reports
Joshua Rush - Cancer free
Debra Garner - Recovered from COVID virus
America’s Auction Academy supports FCAI at each auction school. A special Thank You to Mike Jones and Lori Jones, and the students. The next Auction school will be June 4-11, 2021.

TDLR
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me.
If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact Todd or I.

Support Our Veterans
Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not.

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 15:57

“Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:19

For online donations please visit www.fcai.org. All donations are tax deductible.

May God Bless You,
Alvin Kaddatz

by Jen George

Pray for those with COVID-19

We have had many friends and family members come down with the virus. Our prayers are with everyone.

Several auctioneers have gone to be with the Lord who had the virus: Charles Connour who was in the TAA Hall of Fame and past President. Don Shearer our friend from Kissimmee, FL. Don spoke at several TAA Conventions and served as 1st Vice President for The Fellowship of Christian Auctioneers International (FCAI).
If you know of anyone with the Covid virus, let them know that Hydroxychloroquine will help them recover faster. I took it and recovered faster than others who did not take it.

These are some Scripture Passages that give us comfort:
1. “For I know the plans I have for you,”declares the Lord,” plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11
2. But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like an eagle; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31
3. I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me. Philippians 4:13

Thank each of you who attended the TAA Convention and supported FCAI. A total of $2500.00 was raised.

Tim Assiter of Floydada was featured in the Farm Bureau Publication. He was recognized for his pumpkins that he grows each year. They have Assiter Pumpkin Ranch and have visitors come by from all over the state.

We are requesting special prayers for Sheila Sisk. She is hospitalized and has the Covid virus.

God blessed me with the opportunity to go to the Prayer Rally in Washington, D.C. on 09-26-20. After the march from the Lincoln Memorial to the Capitol, Representative Louie Gohmert was waiting to greet his friends. Representative Gohmert had recovered from Covid-19. I stood on the steps of The Supreme Court on 09-26-20 when President Trump announced Judge Barrett would be the nominee. On 10-26-20, she was confirmed on the court.

Prayer Requests
Allen Huegatter’s Mom-Bowie, TX
Ashley D Harbour-Mt. Pleasant, TX
Bob Mitchell- Terrell, TX
Brenda Kaddatz-Hillsboro, TX
Cindy Kaplan-Plano, TX
Pam Hall (Dana Burgess’ mom)-Graham, TX Kyle Mitchell-Terrell, TX
Pat Storey-Early, TX
Deborah Mayer-Lincoln, TX
Doug Meier (Craig’s dad)-Bardwell, TX Sisk Family-George West, TX
Rudy Mayer-Lincoln, TX
Jerry Kennedy-Mexia, TX
James Folkerts Dad-Amarillo, TX
Pat Storey-Early, TX
Sandy Dunning-Plano, TX
Mark Carriker-Boerne, TX

Soldiers
Corporal Chandler Kasper

People who have passed or lost loved ones who have gone to be with the Lord
Virgil Warren -Weatherford, TX Joe Willard- Plainview, TX Richard Smajstrla’s Family- Seymour, TX (lost 2 brothers in 3 days) Charles Connour- Tuscola, IL Don Shearer- Kissimmee, FL Craig Meier’s Mother

Praise Reports
Joshus Rush-cancer free
John & Hudson Sisk-Recovered from Covid Virus
Alvin & Brenda Kaddatz-Recovered from Covid Virus

America’s Auction Academy supports FCAI at each auction school. A special Thank You to Mike Jones and Lori Jones, and the students. The next auction school will be 01/22/2021 to 01/29/2021.

Michaela Pearson and Carson Kaddatz who are engaged.

TDLR
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me. If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact Todd or me.

Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not.

Support Our Veterans
Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. – 1 Corinthians 15:57

Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:19

For online donations please visit www.fcai.org. All donations are tax deductible.

by Jen George

Trust In God

I enjoyed seeing everyone at the TAA Convention. We missed seeing some of you that have not missed in a while.

I talked to a customer who has some serious health issues. He told me to get in the pickup with him so we could look at some of his equipment. I didn’t have a mask on, and we couldn’t social distance. I told him I could follow him in my pickup. He said, “I know where I’m going when I die. I win either way. Get in and ride with me.” If you have read scripture, you know that in the end, we win. Christ is coming back for all of us who have accepted him as Christ and Savior.

Please continue to pray for all of those effected by the Chinese virus and that a vaccine will be developed.

A motion was passed at the 2019 Conference and Show at NAA that the business meeting be opened with prayer. At the 2020 Virtual Convention for NAA, the board declined to open meetings with prayer. I appreciate our TAA Board and Membership acknowledging God at our TAA Conventions.

I saw a sign in South Texas that stated, “Kneel for Almighty God and Stand for the Flag”.

Billy Loyd Sawyers, 65, died Saturday morning July 18th. Loyd was an Army veteran and auctioneer. He was a passionate follower of Christ and lived his life to the fullest. Loyd never met a stranger. And as Loyd would ask, “Has anyone told you Jesus loves you today?”

Long time TAA member Henry Storey went to be with the Lord. I was at the visitation. I visited with Pat and the family. Henry would close each of our FCAI meetings with prayer. He set a record attendance at TAA conventions. I know it was at least 50, maybe more. Henry was selected as a charter member of the Texas Auctioneer Hall of Fame and was a past president of the Texas Auctioneers Association which granted lifetime membership to he and Patsy. Henry was a member of Salt Creek Baptist Church where he served as a deacon for over 60 years.

Prayer Requests
Allen Huegatter’s Mom - Bowie, TX
Ashley D Harbour - Mt. Pleasant, TX
Bob Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Brenda Kaddatz - Hillsboro, TX
Cindy Kaplan - Plano, TX
Pam Hall (Dana Burgess’ Mom) – Graham, TX Kyle Mitchell - Terrell, TX
Pat Storey - Early, TX
Deborah Mayer - Lincoln, TX
Mike Jones - Dallas, TX
Lori Jones - Dallas, TX
Tracie Davis’ Mother
Logan Thomas’ Wife
Forres Meadows - Boerne, TX
Charlie Waller - Uvalde, TX
Doug Meier (Craig Meier’s Dad) - Bardwell, TX

Soldiers
Melissa Cloughly
Corporal Chandler Kasper
SGM Chad M. Johnson
People who have passed or lost loved ones who have gone to be with the Lord
Rene Bates - McKinney, TX 2-27-20
Jimmy Royston, Earth, TX - 6-1-2020 Ben Royston’s Dad Henry Storey, Early, TX - 5-31-2020
John Stamm, Wayland, MI - 5-26-2020
Roger French’s Father-in-law
Brother of Gary Worstell - 6-16-2020
Charles Vaught - 7-18-2020 George’s brother
John Smith, Amarillo, TX - 7-4-2020 Paul Smith’s Dad John Lemons Jackie and Lori’s uncle
Ross McClendon Sheila Sisk’s Dad
Jerry Blancett, College Station, TX - 7-8-2020
Mike Jones Father

Praise Reports
Joshua Rush – cancer free
O.C. Mangold celebrated his 82nd birthday
America’s Auction Academy supports FCAI at each auction school.
A special Thank You to Mike Jones and Lori Jones and the students. The next Auction school will be 9-25 to10-2-2020.

Renee Sample Bohot who got married at the TAA Convention.

Michaela Pearson and Carson Kaddatz who are engaged.

TDLR
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me.
If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact Todd or me.

Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not.

Support Our Veterans
Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. – 1 Corinthians 15:57

Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord you God will be with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:19

May God Bless You,
Alvin Kaddatz

by Jen George

Pray For Our Heroes

oronavirus has changed not only our nation, but also the world. Nursing homes and hospitals are on lockdown.

One of our employees and his wife spent a week at the hospital while having a baby. They had to be tested before they went to the hospital and again before they could leave. Praise God the mother and baby are doing fine.

We extend to our front-line workers our sincere appreciation. Doctors, nurses, and hospital personnel going in each day to help the sick. Law enforcement, Firemen, and first responders continuing to go out each day to assist those in their communities. Farmers and anchers working every day to feed our nation. There are so many others that reported to work each day to stock grocery stores, work at check out, drive trucks, and others who serve their communities.

Auctions have changed as well. Online auctions have become particularly important in order to keep large crowds from gathering. We had a very successful auction on 4-25-20.

On Good Friday and Easter Sunday, our Church had drive in Church. Our Pastor broadcast the service over an FM radio channel.

We have a praise report covering two survivors of the virus. Rose McConn of Louisiana (the wife of Louisiana Chaplain Jeff McConn) has recovered. One of our family members who lives in St Louis, MO survived and has recovered.

As we all deal with this virus, remember these passages:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10

We had another praise report. One of our customers from Mexico came to pick up a tractor. He drove the tractor on the semi-trailer while it was raining. The tractor slid off the semi-trailer and turned over. Everyone was safe and the tractor had few dents on it.

We praise God for Lori Lemons- Campbell having a safe trip to Israel. Pictured with Lori is her sister in law Tana Anderson and her mother in law, Patsy Campbell.

Congratulation to Vigil Warren who has been an Auctioneer for 56 years.

Congratulation to Doc Breen Auctioneers wear a lot of hats, and for Patrick Breen, BAS, CAS, philanthropist, and veterinarian are two of them. In November, Breen was awarded the 2019 Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International, Veterinarian of the Year award for his philanthropic work in the therapeutic horsemanship industry.

FCAI members can post their auctions with GoTo Auctions and have them on the FCAI website at no charge.

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Rene Bates, a true legendary Auctioneer.

He began his career by auctioneering livestock in the mid-60’s, and officially established Rene Bates Auctioneers in 1966. Rene Bates Auctioneers was an early adopter of internet sales, and in 1997 became the country’s first municipal online auction company. Rene was involved in TAA activities and was in the Texas Auctioneers Hall of Fame. Survivors include wife Sheryl Bates of McKinney, Texas; daughter Michelle Renee Bates and Donovan Arwood of Dallas, Texas.

Thank you notes
Thank you for the items you sent me and the inspirational card. I so appreciate it. Thanks, Myra Vaught

Thank you so much for the devotional and other items you sent. It means a lot. Thank you, Becky Thuerauf

We received this from Ben Royston:
“Our son Blake received his sergeant stripes in September of last year and he finished his time as a active Marine in January. He is making his home in Las Cruces with his wife and son. Thank you so much for the prayers during his term overseas. God Bless, Ben.”

Prayer Requests
• Allen Huegatter’s Mom - Bowie, TX
• Ashley D Harbour - Mt. Pleasant, TX
• Bob Mitchell - Terrell, TX
• Brenda Kaddatz - Hillsboro, TX
• Cindy Kaplan - Plano, TX
• Pam Hall (Dana Burgess’ Mom) - Graham, TX
• Joshua Rush - Waller, TX
• Kyle Mitchell - Terrell, TX
• Pat and Henry Storey - Early, TX
• Deborah Mayer - Lincoln, TX
• Yvonne Jones - Gainesville, TX
• Mike Jones - Dallas, TX
• Allen Huegatter - Bowie, TX

Soldiers
• Melissa Cloughly
• David R. Taylor

People who have passed or lost loved ones who have gone to be with the Lord
• Rene Bates - McKinney, TX 2-27-20
• Ollie Wharton (Brenda Kaddatz’ Mom) 3-28-20
• Duane Thuerauf - Abbott, Tx 2-3-20
• Myra Vaught’s Mom 2-20-20

Praise Reports
• FCAI- Motion passed that the business meeting will be open with a prayer at NAA Conference and show.
• America’s Auction Academy supports FCAI at each auction school.
• A special Thank You to Mike and Lori Jones, and the students. The next Auction school will be May 29, –June 5, 2020.

TDLR
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me. If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact Todd or I.
Please renew your FCAI membership if you have not renewed.

Support Our Veterans
Let us know if you have any deployed troops. We send packages to them.

But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. – 1 Corinthians 15:57

Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord you God will be with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:19

May God Bless You,
Alvin Kaddatz

by Jen George

Support Our Veterans

I was pleased to see recognition at the Super Bowl for our veterans. Several that were 100 years old were recognized. Many of the airlines are recognizing our veterans by allowing them to be the first to board the plane. Our nation can be proud of our veterans. They have served wherever needed to protect our freedoms. They have deployed and left their friends and families.

After their sacrifice, many have problems when they return. I want to ask each of you to say a special prayer today for our veterans. Pray that the ones with mental issues will receive help. Pray that they will not be forgotten. Pray that God will guide them and protect them, especially those with PTSD.
When I was in Washington D.C. for the Values Voters Summit in 2018, a film titled “Indivisible” was shown. The film was about a deployed chaplain who also had problems when he returned.

It showed soldiers who were being deployed getting on the bus as their loved ones waved to them. It brought back memories of Travis being deployed.
This film will help veterans dealing with PTSD & other issues. One of my friends who is a Vietnam Vet, told me he still has problems. He is working with other vets so they can discuss the issues they are having problems with.

In John 15 vs 13, Jesus states: “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” Jesus gave His life for our salvation. Our veterans served knowing that they were willing to give their life for our nation.

Pictured is our State Senator, Brian Birdwell. Senator Birdwell was in the Pentagon on 911 when the plane hit. After many surgeries, he is able to serve our state. You can read his and his wife Mel’s book, “Refined by Fire”.

If you know of a deployed soldier, send us their address. FCAI sends packages to deployed soldiers.

I attended the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association (NTPDA) Convention in Arizona last month. One of the speakers had worked with the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) on the WayFair Case. In his presentation, he stated that sales less than $200,000 per year, or less than 100 transactions would be exempt from sales tax in most states. This deals with selling items that are located in another state. If you do not belong to NAA, I would encourage you to join. The NAA is involved in protecting auctioneers’ rights at the national level.

The NTPDA also raised funds for St. Judes. I assisted with the auction.

Prayer Requests:
Ashley D. Harbour- Mt. Pleasant, TX Bob Mitchell- Terrell, TX
Brenda Kaddatz- Hillsboro, TX Charlie Coleman- Corpus Christi, TX Cindy Kaplan- Plano, TX
Pam Hall (Dana Burgess’ Mom)-
Graham, TX
Dena Alderman- Taylor, TX
Joshua Rush- Waller, TX
Kyle Mitchell- Terrell, TX
Pat & Henry Storey- Early, TX Deborah Mayer- Lincoln, TX Yvonne Jones- Chicago, IL
Renee Jones- Chicago, IL
Janet Autry- San Antonio, TX
Virgil Warren- Weatherford, TX

Soldiers:
Melissa Cloughly
Evan Peasley
David R. Taylor
Corporal Blake Royston

People who’ve passed or lost loved ones that have gone to be with the Lord:
Albert Hampel (Carla Swenson’s Dad)- 1/9/2020
Greg Shattuck- Austin, TX
Linda Owen- Sherman, TX
Stephanie (Steve Kaplan’s Niece)- Plano, TX

Praise Reports:
Mike Jones- health

Titus Wood (Dustin Wood’s Son)- health
From Dustin: “Thank you for the care package you sent when my son was in the hospital. Your love, prayers, & support meant so much to our family. Our little guy is out of the hospital & growing like a weed. Thank you for praying for us. Blessings, Dustin Wood & Family”

Levi Meier- Ennis, TX ATV accident

FCAI- motion passed that the business meeting will be opened with a prayer at NAA Conference & Show.

America’s Auction Academy supports FCAI at each auction school.

A special Thank You to Mike Jones and Lori Jones, and the students. The next auction school will be MAY 29, 2020 – JUNE 5, 2020.

TDLR:
I recently had to deal with a complaint at TDLR. The complaint was resolved. Todd Kercheval assisted me.

If you need assistance with a matter at TDLR, you can contact myself or Todd.

Please renew your FCAI membership if you haven’t renewed.

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 15:57

“Be strong and courageous, do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:19

If you would like to be on the FCAI email list, send your email address. Check our website or Facebook for praise reports, prayer requests, thank you notes, and obituaries. You can send contributions to FCAI, visit our website, or call 254-582-3000 with a credit card. Our address is: 535 HCR 4223, Hillsboro, TX 76645 For online donations please visit: www.fcai.org. All donations are tax deductible.

May God bless you.

by Jen George