Welcome to a new day. I think God has send us a beautiful one to end this week.

Today’s Scripture from Sunday School Lesson

While he was still speaking, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.

Matthew 17: 5b-6 NIV

An Easter Scripture:

17 Now Jesus was going up to Jerusalem. On the way, he took the Twelve aside and said to them,

18 “We are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and the teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death

19 and will hand him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. On the third day he will be raised to life!”

Matthew 20:17-19

Apology: I missed sharing this obituary.

Genevieve O’Quin Cutrer

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Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hartman-Jones Funeral Home – McComb on Mar. 13, 2026.

Genevieve O’Quin Cutrer, 89, of Kentwood, LA passed away March 13, 2026 at her residence.

Visitation will be Friday March 20, 2026 at Greenlaw Baptist Church 14407 Greenlaw Church Rd. Kentwood, LA from 10:00 AM until services at 12:00 PM. Burial will follow at Bluff Springs Baptist Church in Magnolia, MS. Hartman Jones Funeral Home in McComb will handle arrangements. Rev. Greg Whitehead will be officiating.

Mrs. Cutrer was born November 11, 1936 in Pike County, MS to the late Alton and Wilma O’Quin. As a child she “beat the window seals out” playing the piano, took music in school and was in the choir by age 12 in Progress. She later played at Bluff Springs Church for 15 years, then Greenlaw Church for 23 years until her husband Carl passed in 2022. She spent 15 years teaching area children piano lessons. She was a homemaker and then decided to pursued a career in nursing at SMJC. She worked at SMRMC, Kentwood Nursing Home and St. Mary of the Pines caring for retired nuns until she retired.

Mrs. Cutrer was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 67 years Carl E. Cutrer; brother Talmadge O’Quin; Sister Eliouse Simmons (Cody).

Survivors include her son Randy Cutrer and his wife Eileen of Kentwood; three grandchildren Randall Cutrer, Brandon Cutrer (Brittany), and Susan Daley (Michael); six great grandchildren Blake, Maverick, Brielle, Michala, Conner, and Maranda; one sister Narine Knippers (Robert); a special nephew Bill Simmons and numerous other nieces, nephews and relatives.

Pallbearers will be Michael Daley, Conner Daley, Mark Hughes, Bobby Dykes, Bill Simmons and Matthew Simeon.

A Scripture for Easter

17 Now Jesus was going up to Jerusalem. On the way, he took the Twelve aside and said to them,

18 “We are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and the teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death

19 and will hand him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. On the third day he will be raised to life!”

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Tomorrow’s Sunday School Lesson

• “Glory”
• Matthew 17:1-13

Read the Bible in 2026

• March 21
• Hebrews 11-13

Prayer Focus

Please pray for these ladies from my Sunday School class who have been ill:

• Naomi Tolar
• Ora Lee Wilson
• Ferrie Jean Blackmon

Have a great day as you prepare for the Lord’s Day.

Today’s Verse

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28

Our Easter Scripture for Today

(This is probably the best known Scripture and the first one you ever learned.)

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

Prayer Focus

Let’s pray for those who will be finishing their work week today. As we pray, thank God for them. Each one makes a difference in the lives of others.

Read the Bible in 2026

• March 20
• Hebrews 7-10

Sunday School Lesson for This Week

• “Glory”
• Matthew 17:1-13

Obituary

Charlie M. “Sonny” Blades

April 26, 1937 – March 17, 2026

A resident of Amite, LA Charlie M. “Sonny” Blades passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Belle Maison Nursing Home, at the age of 88. He was born on April 26, 1937, in Kentwood. 

Charlie was a man defined by hard work, dedication, and service. He proudly served as a Louisiana State Police trooper, a role in which he earned deep respect for his integrity and commitment to protecting others. Beyond his years in law enforcement, he was well known in the community as a dairy farmer and as the owner of Blades’ Tractor, where his work ethic and reliability left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Donna Blades; two sons, Darrin P. Blades and Leslie Malcolm Blades; his cherished grandchildren, Jessie Blades, Mac Blades, Whitney Boutwell, and Brandon Blades; as well as numerous great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Louis “Frog” Blades and Rex Blades; and two sisters, Juan Potts and Peggy Givens.

He was preceded in death by his son, Brian Craig Blades; his parents, Charlie Alton Blades and Ruby Cutrer Blades; and his sister, Bernadette Blades Oliver.

Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Amite Cemetery.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Choose to read the articles that appeal to you.

Ladies’ Night

I’m looking forward to the group of ladies who will choose to gather at the FBC Fellowship Hall tonight at 6 P.M. What a blessing this time will be for those who attend.

Operation Christmas Child

Packages for items for the SHOEBOXES are arriving. We will be able to have a workday for hygiene kits soon. Let me know if you are interested in helping.

Be joyful in all you do today!

Anna Lee

Prayer Focus

Pray for activities at church that encourage new people to become involved and for more people to by influenced by God’s Word.

Today’s Easter Verse

Your dead shall live; their bodies shall rise. You who dwell in the dust, awake and sing for joy! For your dew is a dew of light, and the earth will give birth to the dead. Isaiah 26:19

A Verse for Today

“for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (NIV/ESV) or “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” Romans 3:23 (KJV).

This verse emphasizes that every person has failed to meet God’s standard of holiness and is separated from Him, highlighting the universal need for salvation.

Read the Whole Bible in 2026

• March 19
• Hebrews 1-6

Obituary

No new obituaries are listed for our area this morning.

Opportunity

• Tomorrow (20th)
• Ladies Night at FBC, Kentwood @ 6 P.M. Friday
• Meet in Fellowship Hall
• Church Activities & Opportunities
• Supper (Pizza)
• Craft Time
• Bring a friend.

Sunday School Lesson

• “Glory”
• Sunday, March 22
• Study Matthew 17: 13-26

Baptist Press

• Christian witness strengthens Jewish faith of Israeli first responder in war with Iran
• Beach Reach leader was once ‘that kid at the beach’
• Homelife marks 80 years of encouraging Christian families
• IMB looks to build African American involvement in overseas missions

Be Involved

The more you put into your faith, the more you will get out of your faith!

This includes Bible study, worship, Sunday School, etc.

Have a wonderful Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee Alford

I’m looking forward to a beautiful day.

An Easter Scripture

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

Romans 6:4

Read the Bible in 2026

• March 18
• Titus – Philemon

Baptist Press

Select some articles that appeal to you.

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Obituary

Frances Rispone Jones

April 5, 1944 – March 16, 2026

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born April 5, 1944 in Amite, LA and was 81 years of age. Frances was a lifelong, devoted member of St. Helena Catholic Church where she loved serving on the bereavement committee. She is survived by her son, Jeff Jones and wife, Tammy; grandchildren, J. J. Jones and wife, Harley, Christine Jones Smith and husband, Cody, and Mikki Jones; great-grandchildren, Peyton Smith, Cameron Smith, Mason Cole Jones, Ella Menard, Cooper Jones, Vincent Jones, and one on the way, Addie Jean Jones; and her sister, Theresa Rispone Forrest. Preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Jones; son, Mark Jones; and parents, John D. Rispone and Virginia Levatino Rispone. Visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church Hall from 8:00AM until 10:30AM with Funeral Mass at St. Helena Catholic Church at 11:00AM on Monday, March 23, 2026. Interment Amite Cemetery, Amite, LA. Pallbearers will be J. J. Jones, Peyton Smith, Cameron Smith, Ricky Forrest, Kade Pedelahore, and Kamden Pedelahore. Honorary pallbearer will be Mason Jones. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

(Frances was a classmate of David.)

Additional Bible Reading:

James 2:14-17: “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.”

Anna Lee

Easter Scripture

5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified.

6 He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.

Matthew 28:5-6

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s remember those all across our country who have had damage and even deaths this year due to the weather.

Obituary

Louis Blanchard

January 29, 1947 – March 14, 2026

Claville Louis Blanchard, Jr., age 79, of Amite passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, Louisiana.

Louis was born in New Orleans to Claville Louis “CL” and Antoinette Zuppardo Blanchard on January 29, 1947. He was a native of Gentilly and later made his home in Amite, Louisiana. Between 1983 and 2000 he spent part of each year in Telluride, Colorado and in recent years also enjoyed time in Milbridge, Maine.

He was a 1965 graduate of St. Aloysius and was a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union #60. Louis established Blanchard Mechanical Contractors, Inc. in 1982.

Louis is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon Howard Blanchard; daughter, Michelle Blanchard Dees and husband Brian, Amite, son, Donald Blanchard and wife Keri, Amite, and daughter, Renée Blanchard Carpenter and husband Frederick, Amite; 11 grandchildren, Amy Woodard (Trent), Gonzales, Patrick Dees (Jessica), Amite, Daniel Dees (Brianne), Hammond, Danny Edwards Jr., Hammond, Baylor Blanchard, Telluride, CO, Zachary Edwards (Bailey), Hammond, Kaleb Hebert, Colorado Springs, CO, Carter Blanchard, Jackson, MS, Benjamin Dees, Amite, Anna Blanchard, Suwanee, GA, and Sam Blanchard, Fayetteville, AR; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Lynn Blanchard Crumb, Kenner; 10 nephews and 1 niece.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Debbie Wild O’Regan; nieces, Hala Hegab and Bonnie Punch; and nephews, Josh Punch and Matthew Dubreuil.

Pallbearers will be Danny Edwards, Jr., Baylor Blanchard, Zachary Edwards, Kaleb Hebert, Carter Blanchard, Benjamin Dees and Sam Blanchard.

Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate his life will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at St. Helena Catholic Church. Services conducted by Fr. Reuben Dykes. Interment Amite Cemetery, Amite, LA.

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Timothy E. Holmes

February 26, 1962 – March 14, 2026

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born February 26, 1962 in Franklinton, LA and was 64 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Becky Holmes; 3 daughters, Alison Patrick (Matthew), Blaire Holmes Phares, and Adrian O’Bryant (Brian); parents, Carroll Holmes (Starr) and Jeanette Sumrall; sisters, Tammy Kaye Guy (Melvin), Paula Miller (Larry), Jennifer Johnson, Tammy Lynn Brumfield (Brian); brothers, Greg Holmes (Jeanie) and Andrew Holmes; grandchildren, William Edward Patrick, Presley Ann Patrick, Shane Hannon Patrick, Eli Alonzo Phares, Braisyn Arlie O’Bryant, Logan Dale O’Bryant, Reagan Sue O’Bryant, and Waylon Brian O’Bryant; special aunt and uncle, Mike and Rose Sumrall; mother-in-law, Miriam Rohner; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.  Preceded in death by his grandparents, C.L. and Ethel Holmes and Zander and Liddie Sumrall; grandmother, Mimi Pacie; sister, Scarlette Taylor; father-in-law, J.W. Rohner. Pallbearers are Shelby Rohner, DJ Rohner, Zander Holmes, Alex Sumrall, Michael Guy, and Braisyn O’Bryant. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Wednesday and from 8:00AM until 10:30AM on Thursday, March 19, 2026.  Religious Services at St. Dominic Catholic Church at 11:00AM on Thursday. Services conducted by Fr. Paul Gros. Interment St. Dominic Cemetery, Husser, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Read the Bible in 2026

• March 17
• I Timothy 1-4

It’s a Girl !

Nathan and Deanna Raynolds Daniels have their new baby girl, Scotland.

They sat by us at church Sunday. It was clear the baby wouldn’t be too long before arrivig.

I had more information about Scotland, but is it not available now.

Prayer Focus

Pray for all the families of FBC, Kentwood and churches of our surrounding area. We will soon have even more “little ones”. What a blessing!

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Operation Christmas Child

We have been ordering and receiving packages of items that will go into the hygiene kits and pencil bags for our shoeboxes. We are getting so excited and anxious to get these two parts done, but not just yet. We still need some additional item…. My “Hammond Friend” contributed the first funds to help with our purchases. She has faithfully and regularly contributed for several years and will never know how she has helped and encouraged us!

I’m so glad you “checked in” today. All prayers are appreciated.

Anna Lee

We’re starting another week. I hope you have a great one!

Easter Scripture

3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,

I Peter 1:3

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for those who are homebound and without much contact with other people.

Obituaries

There are no new local obituaries.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

I hope you enjoy this every day as much as I do.

Annie Armstrong Offering

The following link SHOWS you the theme for 2026.

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=729133286546684

Want to Learn More about FBC

Attend the Ladies Night Friday

Call the church office at 229-8111 to get on the list to attend.

It doesn’t cost anything but some time.

Enjoy some craft time with your friends.

A pizza supper and desserts will be provided.

Reading the Bible in 2026

• March 16
• I Timothy 1-6

Additional Bible Reading

We’re still studying I Peter on Sunday Nights. Read some on your own. Join us next Sunday or watch online at 6:00 P.M.

I hope you spend some time today in prayer. You don’t need me to tell you what to pray about. Just pray.

Anna Lee

Welcome to the Lord’s Day! He surely took care of us Wednesday night. We are scheduled to have another round of bad weather tonight. Let’s pray for his watchcare through another storm.

EASTER SCRIPTURE

Philippians 3:10

That I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death

A NEW BABY

• Audrey Kathryn Dean
• Daughter of Dylan and Claire Dean of Line Creek
• March 11 @ 9:02 P.M.
• 6 lbs 13 oz.

No New Obituaries this Morning

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s again pray for our political and military leaders here and around the world.

Sunday School Lesson

• Matthew 18

Read the Bible in 2026

• March 15
• II Thessalonians 1-3

This is the Lord’s Day, your day to devote to Him.

Keep your plans or make new plans to be in attendance in your House of Worship.

Today is a good day to contribute to the Annie Armstrong Offering for North America.

“What a glorious thing it is to be a co-worker with God in winning the world for Christ.”

– Annie Armstrong

This offering covers work in North America and can be given in any Southern Baptist church.

Thank-you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Where have the weekdays gone? It seems like before I know it, it’s already Saturday! I enjoy both the weekday and weekend activities. God made all the days of the week for us.

Today’s Scripture

We know that God helps those people who love him. He uses everything that happens to them to bring something good. He does this for the people that he has chosen to serve him.  Romans 8:28

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for our military and political leadership as they make many decisions that affect all of us.

Read the Bible in 2026

• March 14
• I Thessalonians 1-5

Obituaries

There are no new, local obituaries today.

Sunday School Lesson for Tomorrow

• “Following Jesus”
• Matthew 16

An Easter Scripture

Isaiah 26:19

Your dead shall live; their bodies shall rise. You who dwell in the dust, awake and sing for joy! For your dew is a dew of light, and the earth will give birth to the dead.

Baptist Press

I hope you check out the articles posted in Baptist Press. This morning, I have already read some that were very interesting. I trust you will also enjoy reading some of the articles this morning.

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Coming This Week

Ladies’ Night – Friday, at 6 P.M., at FBC, Kentwood in the fellowship hall for all ladies, teens to senior adults.

Don’t miss out! Please get your name on the list in the foyer of the church or in the church office by Wednesday if you plan to attend. The lists helps us in having the right amount of food. Come enjoy being with other ladies for the evening and learning more about the church and each other.

If you have any questions, call me. The time has been changed to 6:00 P.M.

Operation Christmas Child.

We have been ordering some items for the shoeboxes and enjoying thinking about having them in our shoeboxes this year. Many things will be the same as in previous years because they meet the needs of the boys and girls. Other items are special so the boxes will be more unique.

We will be spending some time, beginning next week, in the early steps of preparation. Let us know if you would like to be more involved in this wonderful progress. There are numerous “workdays”!

There are other ministries in church that are ongoing. Because I am not involved in them, it is hard for me to keep up with everything. Some ministries choose to keep their work more private and not involve but a few people. That works well for them.

Annie Armstrong Offering for North America – “A Mission Field in Need of Hope”

The North American Mission Board serves a diverse and complex region comprised of: United States, Canada and U.S. territories of Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa.

386M – Population

291M – Estimated Lost

378 Languages

161 Unreached people groups

Those numbers give you an idea of the need and the variety of needs with the Annie Armstrong offering. You can turn your offering in by using a special envelope in the back of the pews at church or by using a regular envelope and clearly marking “Annie Armstrong Offering“.

As far as I know, all the area Baptist churches are now collecting for this offering. It is not limited to any particular church(es.).

Get Involved at Your Church

All churches provide opportunities for your involvement. The more you are involved, the more you will benefit! Also, the more you can help others, individually or in groups.

I cannot tell you all that is going on with everything happening at church, because David and I do not have children and grandchildren here, but if you need more information, I can connect you the someone who can help you.

Have a wonderful day as you close out this week and enter the Lord’s Day tomorrow!

I invite you to visit FBC, Kentwood if you do not have a church. If you need more information about us, I can connect you with other people of an appropriate age group.. If you choose to attend another church, that’s fine. Get involved and help to make a difference there.

May God richly bless each of you today!

Anna Lee

I met another faithful reader of TPL yesterday.

It overwhelms me when I get to meet any of you. I appreciate each of you spending time with me each day. It’s never too late to join us!

Read the Bible in 2026. It’s never too late to join us!

• March 13
• Colossians 1-4

A Scripture for Today

‘Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.’  Philippians 2:4

An Special Easter Scripture

We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. Romans 6:4

Obituaries

At this time there are no new local obituaries listed, but it is always time to pray for those who have lost family members recently.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Sunday School Lesson

• March 15
• Matthew 16: 13-26

Operation Christmas Child

Please ask me if you have any questions about OCC at FBC or for your own church or other group interested in packing shoeboxes this year. I would love to help inform and encourage you. At this time of the year, we are all planning what we will give to each boy and girl according to age group. We are packing our shoeboxes for the older boys and girls. We are purchasing washcloths, highlighters, crayons, washcloths, etc. It takes a lot of shopping to be ready to pack in October. I hope you take part in this ministry in some way. It is such a blessing!

What makes OCC so special? Not only do we send hygiene kits, school supplies, coloring book, toys, etc., but we send the child the opportunity to read, study, sing, and speak their own language as they slearn about Jesus! That the main thing. It’s the opportunities that come with the shoeboxes to learn of and about JESUS!

Prayer Request

Please add Ora Lee Wilson andFerrie Gene Blackmon to your prayer list if they are not already there. You probably have the names of some neighbors, family members, or friends you know who you wish to pray for. Add them too!

Coming Soon

There will be a Fifth. Sunday Singing at FBC, Kentwood on March 29th. If you love Christian music, you are welcome to join us. I hope you can work this in your schedule.

Have a wonderful FRIDAY!

Anna Lee

We had some serious weather last night. I’m thankful we didn’t have any serious damage all over the area. I hope the weather didn’t leave you with any major damage.

Easter Scripture

1 Corinthians 6:14

And God raised the Lord and will also raise us up by his power.

Read the Bible in 2026

• March 12
• Philippians 1-4

Obituaries

The website for McKneely Funeral Home is down for maintenance now.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Ladies Night

• March 20th at 6:00 P.M. (Note the TIME CHANGE!)
• Focus on getting to meet others and learning about our church.
• Please sign the list in the church foyer or call the office to get your name on the list. (A count in needed to assure adequate food is prepared!)
• We will be doing some crafting too!
• Teen girls are welcome to join us too.

ANNIE ARMSTRONG OFFERING

This is one of three offering collected for missions by North America. This one supports mission work in Louisiana. All money given to this offering goes directly to provide for this ministry.

The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering (AAEO) is the primary way Southern Baptists fund missions in North America. One hundred percent of gifts given to AAEO go to the field to support more than 3,000 missionary families serving across the United States and Canada.

Enjoy the exercise of the day – picking up limbs and twigs!

Anna Lee