Today’s Scripture
7 Calls on believers to love one another as a sign of being God’s children who truly know Him.
8 States that a lack of love shows a failure to know God, because God’s very nature is love.
9 Explains that God proved His love by sending His only Son into the world to grant people true life..
I John 4:7-9
November – Graditude Month
3rd – Tell someone about what made you very happy today.
4th – Prepare a seasonal food you enjoy. It could be a seasonally grown food or one your family only prepares this time of the year.
Prayer Focus
Let’s pray for all those elected in our country yesterday. (I don’t know names yet, so this is a general statement.) Pray they will be strong in following God’s desires for us.
Read the Bible in 2026
- November 4
- Isiah 36-41
Obituaries
Jon M. Ingraffia
February 13, 1973 — October 29, 2026
Loranger, LA
A resident of Loranger, LA, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite, LA. He was born February 13, 1973 in Hammond, LA and was 53 years of age. He is survived by his brother, Philip Charles “Chuck” Ingraffia, Jr. and wife Chantel; 4 nephews, D.L. Vicellio and wife Kristin, Philip Ingraffia, III and wife, McKayla, Luke Ingraffia and wife, Brooke, and Jake Ingraffia and wife, Brenleigh; 5 great-nieces, Shyenne Vicellio, Lila Ingraffia, Giada Ingraffia, Rynelle Ingraffia, and Livi Ingraffia; 2 great-nephews, Gunner Vicellio and Luca Ingraffia. Preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Mary Lou Ingraffia; sister, Jackie Ingraffia. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until Religious Services at 11:00AM on Friday, November 6, 2026. Services conducted by Deacon Eddie Renz. Interment Colonial Mausoleum, Independence, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.This obituary will need to be viewed at the McKneely site.
Clara Belle Ridgdell DavidsonNovember 17, 1936 — October 30, 2026
Roseland, LA
You will need to go the the McKneely site to read this obiituary
September 17, 1927 — October 31, 2026
Gerald Louis Hyde
George Lewis Hyde, age 99, passed away on October 31, 2026, with his daughter, Beth, by his side. George was born on September 17, 1927, and was a lifelong resident of the Chesbrough community. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, determination, and a life well lived.
A retired dairy farmer, George embraced challenges and was never afraid to pursue opportunities others might have overlooked. His curiosity, courage, and resourcefulness shaped both his work and the life he built.
George had a love for the simple joys in life, especially farming, visiting with family and friends, and running the roads to see where the day might take him. He was particularly interested in real estate and was always on the lookout for a wise investment. George never met a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone, always enjoying the opportunity to visit or share a story. He was a man of prayer and valued his faith deeply. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. One of his greatest joys was hearing about the latest adventures of his great-grandsons, and he took every opportunity to proudly share their stories with anyone willing to listen.
George was welcomed to his heavenly home by his beloved wife of 75 years, Millie Hyde; his son, Gerald Hyde; his infant daughter, Bonnie Mildred Hyde; his parents, Willie and Lillian Hyde; his sisters, Ruth Hyde Spring and Wilda Hyde Hayden; and his son-in-law, Norman Foxworth.
Left to treasure many wonderful memories are his daughter, Beth Foxworth; his granddaughters, Katee Laborde (Brian) and Amy Rivet (Brian); and his great-grandsons, Evan and Spencer Laborde and John Rivet.
A service to honor his memory will be held at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite at 2:00 PM on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Friends will be received at 1:30 PM for visitation. Reverend Larry Blades will conduct the funeral service.
James Darrell Peek
June 3, 1959 — October 31, 2026
Loranger, LA
A resident of Loranger, LA, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born June 3, 1959 in Amite, LA and was 67 years of age. He is survived by his sister, Darlene Willie (Vernon); sister, Brandee Ferrand (Tommy); brothers, David Peek and Brandon Peek (Regina); step-mother, Glenda Peek; step-father, Mike Hohrine; former spouse, Sharon Leto; numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends. Preceded in death by his father, James Peek; mother, Marlene Peek; brother, Brent Peek. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
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Missions – OCC
If you are interested in helping with OCC as we serve as a drop-off loction November 15-23, please ler me know. Give me your name and phone number, please.
Be Thankful!
As you progress through the day, think of all you are thankful for. Take time to thank God as each new thought of thankfulness comes to your mind.
Have a blesses day and help others to have a wonderful day!
Anna Lee
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