Happy New Day! I wonder what opportunities God has for us today. He will reveal his hopes. We may or may not follow His will.
Let’s hope and pray we all do!
Verse of the Day
Prayer Focus of the Day
Today, let’s pray for all the student who have more choices to make on summer day. May their selections be good ones!
Daily Bible Reading
- Thursday, June 26
- I Samuel 1-3
Obituaries
Debra Lynn Allen Kilcrease
February 10, 1960 – June 23, 2025
Debra Lynn Allen Kilcrease, 65, of Greensburg, Louisiana, passed away on June 23, 2025. She was born February 10, 1960 in Independence, Louisiana, and was a daughter of the late James Lee Allen and Lillie Kathleen Rogillio Allen. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William “Ricky” Kilcrease, her daughter, Kristi Allen, her brother Thomas Allen, and her sister Lillie “Kathy” Allen.
Debra is survived by her son, William “Dustin” Kilcrease (Whitney) of Converse, Texas; and three grandchildren: Vincent Imbraguglio V of Hammond, Louisiana, Georgia Kilcrease and Addison Kilcrease, of Converse, Texas. She is also survived by her siblings James Allen Jr., Patsy Allen, and David Allen, of Greensburg, Louisiana.
She was deeply generous, always willing to help anyone in need, whether it was family, friends, or someone just passing through. She retired from the State of Louisiana after years of dedicated public service.
A private ceremony will be held for the immediate family in the near future.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association, in honor of Debra’s memory and in support of continued research and care for families impacted by ALS.
Aline Lott Lowery
26, 1935 – June 25, 2025
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at her home. She was born March 26, 1935 in Doyle, LA and was 90 years of age. She was a loving mother with a passion for cooking. She is survived by 6 sons, John Lowery and Melinda, Oscar Lowery and Lefel, Kelly Ebarb and Colleen, Rodney Ebarb, Bruce Ebarb and wife Mirna, and Donald Ebarb and Jeanine; as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Huey Oscar Lowery; parents, Simeon and Mary Lott; son, Terry Ebarb; 2 granddaughters, Sue Ellen Ebarb and Kasey Ebarby; and 3 sisters, Mary Alice Bergeron, Beatrice Gordon, and Eula Courtney. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Services conducted by Rev. Robert Robertson. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
| Wilton and Shera Dykes April 22, 2025 |
| Their photo is available on the McKneeley website. |
Honoring the life of
Wilton and Shera Dykes
Date: July 12, 2025
Time: Service 10:30am, Visitation to follow
Location: Line Creek Baptist Church
78659 LA Hwy 1053, Kentwood, LA 70444
We invite family, friends, and loved ones to join us in celebrating the lives of Wilton and Shera Dykes – a devoted couple who built a legacy of faith, hospitality, and love that will continue to shine through all who knew them.
Wilton and Shera Dykes, residents of The Villages, Florida, passed away just two months apart at 79 years old – Wilton on February 23, 2025, and Shera on April 22, 2025.
Married for 57 beautiful years, their bond was one of deep devotion, gentle humor, and shared joy in caring for others. They are survived by their sons, James (Marlo) Dykes of South Carolina and Will (Heather) Dykes of Georgia; along with their grandchildren, Ansley (Austin) Crews and Ashton Dykes.
Wilton was a man of calm strength and quiet wisdom. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life – playing golf, spending time with family, and offering a kind word to anyone he met.
Shera had a gift for hospitality and a deep love for cooking. Her kitchen was the heart of their home, and no one ever left her table hungry – or without a hug.
Together, they found community and purpose through the fellowship of their church, where they served and loved faithfully.
Their legacy is one of generosity, grace, and unconditional love. Theirs was a marriage built on faith, service, and laughter — a life well lived, and a love well shared.
A Thought to Ponder
Let’s make a difference in our lives and the lives of others. We can also make a difference in eternal homes! Let’s try our best to make good choices.
‘Choosing To Be Good Soil’
“[Jesus concluded his explanation of the parable of
the soils:] The seed that fell on good soil represents
those who truly hear and understand God’s…..
Matthew 13:23
Can you visualize what happens to those seeds? Can
you visualize what happens to our lives?
Baptist Press
Operation Christmas Child
Contact me if you would like to donate time and/or funds. We have not completed out purchases yet. David and I can tell you some of the needed items. Maybe you would like to order some needed items online. Also, Wanda Smith can order online for you, if you would like.
Focus your thoughts on children who will not get a shoebox at their local church in countries around the world. The shoeboxes contain school supplies, first aid/toiletries, toys, Christian literature, etc. They also contain a Bible and Christian literature in the language of the Child.
We can guide you if you desire to help. We can also order in quantity. We will be getting to the packing time slot in a few months, but haven’t made all the purchases yet. Your help will be appreciated!
COMING SOON!
The next associational WMU meeting is only a few weeks away and will be at FBC, Greensburg. I hope you will be able to attend and learn so much about missions from Judy Noonan, a member of that church.
Have a good day. Plan and work ahead. Enlist others to be a part of your church activities. Pray regularly
Anna Lee
The Prayer Link 
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