Scripture
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help
the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed
to give than to receive.'” Acts 20:35
Prayer Focus
Let’s pray for God to lead us to opportunities to help, serce, and guide mankind and that we would recognize the opportunities when He shows them to us. May we be givers and share our time, talents, opportunities, and love.
Read the Bible in 2026
- May 27
- Numbers 33 -34
Baptist Press
Missions
A mission is a specific, important task, duty, or overarching purpose assigned to an individual, group, or organization. It often defines a profound calling, an objective requiring strong dedication, or a formal assignment (e.g., military, aerospace, diplomatic, or religious work). [1, 2, 3]
Have you recognized the missions God has given you?
Are you involved in the specific mission God has given you?
Obituaries
Bette Janell Fitzwater McGehee
October 23, 1942 – May 24, 2026
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, LA. She was born October 23, 1942 in Houston, TX and was 83 years of age. She was a member at East Fork Baptist Church and retired from Tangipahoa Parish School system as a para for 40+ years at Spring Creek Elementary. Bette was also Kentwood Dairy Queen of 1957. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Webster Noah McGehee; daughters, Ginger (Perry) Newman, Tammy (Sammy) Ott, Milissa (Tracy) Johnson, Penny (John) Saldana; sister, Shirley Forrest; grandchildren, Ashley (Kevin) Simmons, Colton (Brittney) Newman, Kirstie (Corey) Newman, Logan Johnson, Brady (Katie) Johnson, Kelsey (Jake) Fowler, Hailey (Tyler) Etheridge, Michael (Bonnie) Ott, and Daniel (Stephanie) Ott; great-grandchildren, Tanner, Laney, Lynlee, Tyler, Landry, Noah Claire, Jacy Kate, Banks James, Jayla, Juliana, Charlie, Rosie, Collins, Grayson, and Emma. Preceded in death by her parents, Emery “Pete” and Dana Fitzwater; brother, Gene Fitzwater; grandson, Morgan Easley; and nephew, Keith Forrest. Pallbearers are Colton Newman, Logan Johnson, Brady Johnson, Tanner Raborn, Tyler Simmons, and Brock Forrest. Visitation at East Fork Baptist Church from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Friday, May 29, 2026. Services conducted by Rev. John Henry and Bro. Jay Avance. Interment East Fork Cemetery, East Fork, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Maggie Ainsworth Easley
March 27, 1936 – May 26, 2026
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Oakwood Village in Zachary, LA. She was born March 27, 1936 in Tylertown, MS and was 90 years of age. She is survived by her sons, Craig Easley (Renee) and Gerry Easley (Jody Troxclair); grandchildren, Steven Easley (Melissa), Madelyne Easley Tate (Kaleb), and Molly Easley (Josh Andrews); great-grandchildren, Jax Easley, Eli Easley, and Kooper Tate; 2 brothers, Jerry Ainsworth (Charlene) and Dickie Ainsworth (Jean). Preceded in death by her parents, Louie and Thelma Ainsworth; husband of 65 years, Bobby Easley; brothers, Edward Ainsworth and Roger Ainsworth; sister, Liz Morgan. Visitation at New Zion Baptist Church, from 1:00PM until Memorial Services at 2:00PM on Friday, May 29, 2026. Services conducted by Bro. Larry Blades. Interment will take place at New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery at a late date. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Post Surgery
Rachel Buckley had shoulder surgery six days ago and is trying to overcome her present issues. Pray for a timely and complete recovery.
Pray for others recovering frrom surgery and other problems.
Supporting Missions and Ministries
I grew up loving to see Rev. Billy Graham in person and on television. Now his son, Franklin, is leading a very involved ministry that has grown and impacts people is so many ways. His organization is massive and worldwide. One aspect of his ministry is Operation Christmas Child. You know where I stand on being involved there. You may want to study how this massive Christian organization is involved and join in helping one or more of the teams and/or projects.
Look him up. Read about his various ministries. Find an opportunity that is a “fit” for you. You’ll be blessed as you help minister to so many people. How blessed I am to be a tiny part of such a ministry!
Put your time and talents to work! Be richly blessed as you see the outcomes of such an important ministry. The biggest difference in this ministry and other ministries that help people is that the plan of salvation is the key and common point. It’s sharing Jesus and helping others get to heaven!
Thank you for reading, praying, and being involved. Be a volunteer in a way that fits you to the current needs.
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help
the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed
to give than to receive.'” Acts 20:35
Anna Lee
The Prayer Link 
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