Good morning friends. I certainly enjoyed being outside some yesterday. It was a beautiful day. Maybe, we will have a similar day today.
Verse of the Day
Prayer Focus – VBS
This is the time of year to focus one or more Vacation Bible Schools for your children and/or grandchildren. FBC, Kentwood will begin the VBS season June 2-6. If you. have not already registered your children, contact the church office at 229-8111 or stop by between eight and five.
Daily Bible Reading
- May 14
- Numbers 3-4
Obituaries
Angelina Maddie Matise
January 10, 1924 – May 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Angelina Maddie Matise, who peacefully left us at the age of 101. She was a woman of unwavering faith, deep love, and boundless generosity, who devoted her entire life to God, her family, and the care of those around her.
Angelina, who was affectionately known by her family as MawMaw ‘Tise, was a constant presence of warmth and kindness, always ready to offer a comforting cup of Community Chicory coffee or a delicious meal to anyone who walked through her door. She prayed the rosary three times a day and her unwavering devotion to God set an example of grace and strength for all who knew her. Throughout the ups and downs of her long life, she maintained a positive attitude, always facing challenges with strength, optimism, and a smile. Her ability to find joy and laughter, even in the most challenging times, was an inspiration to all who knew and loved her.
She lived humbly, finding fulfillment in the simple pleasures of nature and family. She enjoyed tending to her garden and loved all animals, especially chickens. Her home was forever filled with the rich aromas of Italian cooking and she was best known for her red gravy, which she made every Sunday, her homemade Italian cookies at Christmas, and the sfinges that delighted her loved ones. If you were ever sick, you could count on her to make you a bowl of broccoli with Birds Eye noodles or fluffy scrambled eggs. Her freshly baked bread, Italian olives, and hearty meals were always made with love and were a staple at every family gathering.
She was a loving mother to five children, whom she raised with tenderness and strength after the untimely death of her husband when she was just 34. She never remarried, choosing instead to dedicate her life to her family and their well-being. She shared a special bond with each of her siblings, and fond memories of days spent laughing and playing cards remain a cherished part of our family’s history.
Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she adored her great-grandchildren with the same fierce love that she gave to her own. Her legacy of love, faith, and family will continue to live on in all of us who were blessed to know her.
Though we mourn her passing, we take comfort in knowing that she is now at peace, surrounded by the love and light that she shared so freely with us all. May she rest in peace, and may her memory be eternal.
She is survived by her daughters, Frances M. Neal and husband, Marvin B. Neal, Sr., Grace M. Misita and husband, Raymond V. Misita, and Charlene Gratia and husband, Terry Gratia; son, Charles Matise; grandchildren, Marvin B. Neal, Jr.(Melissa), David W. Neal (Angie), Michael T. Neal, Amanda Neal Smith (Walter), Michelle Misita Walker (Herman),Christopher R. Misita (Caron),Rachel E. Misita and Emily M. Matise; 20 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by her father, Antonio Maddie; mother, Cora Grace Levatino; husband, Santo J. Matise; son, Anthony S. Matise; siblings, Anthony Maddie, Emile Maddie, Sr., Leon Maddie, Joe Maddie, Rosie DiGiovanni, and Theresa Liotta; great-grandson, Austin Neal.
Religious Mass will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church in Tickfaw, LA. Services conducted by Fr. Michael Galea. Interment Colonial Cemetery, Independence, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
David Lane Graham
May 1, 1948 – May 13, 2025
David Lane Graham passed away in Amite, LA on May 13, 2025 at age 77. He was born May 1, 1948 in Tylertown, MS to Mr. Aubrey J. Graham and Mrs. Elsie Tate Graham
David loved reading his Bible and doing word search puzzles. He loved to think and share about growing up and the fun life that he lived. He was a loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his brother, Harry Douglas Graham; sister, Paulette Jones; numerous nephews and nieces; and a host of friends.
Services will be Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Beulah Missionary Baptist Church in Kentwood, LA with a graveside to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 9:00 AM until time of service at 11:00 AM. Elder Ed Penton and Elder Terry Robertson will be officiating with Sharkey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Baptist Press
The Co-operative Program is 100 years old!
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Read the Bible a Little More
‘On Task’
Matthew 11:1
Be blessed with this day. Be a blessing to someone else.
Pine Ridge Ladies @ Pine Ridge Methodist Church
Some do not live in Pine Ridge
Some are not Methodist
We all love Jesus.
Today, we will meet at noon for a meal and a season of prayer. All ladies are welcome to join us.
Anna Lee
The Prayer Link 
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