August 1, 1933 - September 14, 2024
Doug Fincher was a contributor to Shelby County Today
from August 2011 through August 2024.
His writings often reflected memories of life in East Texas
with family, friends, and God.

To read his obituary, click here.

"A Book on Light" by Doug Fincher

“I am the light of the world…” John 8:12

August 5, 2024 - When I bought my first “good camera” in 1975, I soon saw I’d have to learn some things to use it. When I asked Photographer Ron Newton what book I should read to get started, I was a bit puzzled when he said, “Get a good book on ‘Light.’” Figuring a book like that would only slow me down, I ignored his suggestion and it was a decision I would live to regret.

"Great Day on Hondo Creek" by Doug Fincher

“I will speak of the glorious honor of thy majesty, and of thy wondrous works.” Psalms 145:5

July 29, 2024 - On our way to Big Bend years ago, Pam and I visited Hondo, Texas. There was the familiar sign: “Welcome: This is God’s Country. Please don’t drive through it like Hell.” We ate lunch at the Taqueria Mexican Restaurant… then drove to Hondo Creek. It was a gorgeous day… a blue sky… 70 degrees… and the water was crystal clear.

"Jeremy" by Doug Fincher

July 22, 2024 - In 1984, I became the Pastor of The Magnolia Baptist near Vinton, Louisiana in a community called “Big Woods.” It was a utopia for anyone wanting peace and quiet.

"On My Way to Heaven" by Doug Fincher

And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. John 14:3

“A Church for the Birds” by Doug Fincher

“Eutychus fell out the window because of Paul’s long sermon…” Acts 20:9

“Lost on Snow Hill” by Doug Fincher

“He was lost and is found…” Luke 15:32

July 1, 2024 - In the summer of 1980, Mother called her ten children to tell us our dad was missing. His habit for years was to rise at 4:00, drive to his Water Superintendent’s Office in East Center, Texas and return home at 8:00 for breakfast. But this day he didn’t return.

"My Dad's Prayer" by Doug Fincher

"And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful." Colossians 3:15

Gordon Peavy By Doug Fincher

June 10, 2024 - “….you’ll have treasure in heaven..” Luke 18:22

"Center, Texas School Memories" by Doug Fincher

“Love one another with brotherly affection…” Romans 12:10
“The next best thing to being wise oneself is to live in a circle of those who are.” (C.S. Lewis)

"Dinner With the Baileys" by Doug Fincher

"And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labor, it is the gift of God." Ecclesiastes 3:13

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