Author: Anna Lee

Monday

   “Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord,

because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”

~I Cor. 15:58~

 

Mrs. Wood

Bro. Danny Smith’s mother-in-law is back at Sage Rehab in Baton Rouge.  Pray for her and for her family.

Tom Brister

Pray for Tom as he has surgery Wednesday in Lacombe.

Bobby Simpson

Pray for Mr. Bobby as he has a fourth surgery on his shoulder Thursday.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Ladies, don’t forget to birthday party Tuesday at 11:00.  Also, if you plan to attend Ladies’ Night Thursday, please call the church office (229-8111) to have your name added to the count.

Vacation Bible Schools this week at New Zion, East Fork, and  FBC, Amite.  All will be held in the evening hours.

Be a blessing to someone today!

Anna Lee

Sunday Addition

Allie Dillon

Mrs. Allie Dillon got sick and was taken to Greensburg this morning.  She was transported to North Oaks from there and is awaiting surgery as soon as possible.  I’ll update this later.

Morris Arrangements

“Miss” Irene’s wake will begin at 9:00 Wednesday morning at First Baptist Church, Kentwood followed by the service at 11:00.  Please be in prayer for her family as they travel from various places across the country.

Lorena “MiMi” Sibley

Born: July 19, 1929
Died: June 21, 2014

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Sunday

“I don’t mean to say I’m perfect.

I haven’t learned all I should even yet,

but I keep working toward that day when I will finally be all that Christ saved me fo

r and wants me to be.

No, dear brothers, I’m still not all I should be.” 

~Philippians 3:12-13 LB~

Mission Team

Randi Shaidaee and the other members of the medical mission team are in Honduras. Pray for them as they minister in the name of Jesus.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

  • Tuesday
  • 11 A.M.
  • The Cafe

Ladies’ Night: Purses

  • Thursday
  • 6:15
  • FBC, Kentwood Fellowship Hall
  • Bring your purse and one to give away (can be gently used)
  • Desserts will be served

Vacation Bible Schools this week

  • FBC, Amite
  • New Zion Baptist Church

Breakfast at Pine Ridge Methodist Church

  • This morning at 8:00
  • Donations benefit a needy family

This is the Lord’s Day.  Spend time in Bible study and worship with others.

Anna Lee

Saturday

  “Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord,

because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”

~I Cor. 15:58~

 

Kathy Jo Thompson

Kathy Jo had surgery to remove some brain tumors.  She still has a headache from the surgery.  Pray she gets to feeling better today.

Nicholas Russell Murray, Jr.

Born: July 29, 1935
Died: June 16, 2014

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Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“World’s Fastest Walkers” –  http://odb.org/?tz=-07

She had a sister called Mary,
who also sat at Jesus’ feet and heard His word.
~ Luke 10:39~

“In the Garden” –  http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/In_the_Garden/

Disaster Relief –  http://www.namb.net/dr/

Samaritan’s Purse –  http://www.samaritanspurse.org/

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Have a great day as you prepare for the Lord’s Day.  Continue to remember all those who are ill or mourning the loss of a loved one/friend.

Anna Lee

Friday

“Whatever your hand finds to do,

do it with all your might.”

~Ecclesiastes 9:10a, NASB~

 

Caroline Cutrer

Three years after her leukemia Caroline is almost ready to return to a normal life.  I know the family is so very thankful for all the prayers for her and for the family as a whole.

Sandra Eudy Mays 

“Sandra’s surgery went well. Thanks for the prayers!”

Frances Daniel Smith

Frances was diagnosed with stage one cancer yesterday.  Surgery is scheduled for July 2nd.  The doctor is very optimistic this was caught in time and should be in her past soon.  Frances is from Amite and now lives in Brookhaven.

Services for Mrs. Irene Morris

“Miss” Irene’s obituary is not available yet, but I was told her service will be Wednesday.  I’ll share the obituary when it becomes available.

Bible Study at 10:00 this morning at FBC, Kentwood.

Pine Ridge will host their monthly breakfast Sunday at 8:00.  It will benefit a local family.

Ladies’ Night at FBC,K will be next Thursday at 6:15.  The theme is “Purses”.  We need a headcount, so please call the church office or contact me.  You will need to bring your purse plus another purse (can be gently used) to fill with goodies and give as a “happy” to someone of your choice as you discover the need.

The “Young” Ladies’ Monthly Birthday Party will be Tuesday at The Cafe at 11:00.  Join us if you can.

The Third Thursday meeting at the cabin last night was such a blessing.  We had a “house full” including people from six different churches.  Christian fellowship is the best!!!

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Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

May our actions, voices, and lives point others to Jesus!

Anna Lee

Thursday Addition

From Bro. Joey

We lost another Kentwood legend. Mrs. Irene Morris passed away this morning around 1:30. 
Please pray for her family.

She was less than a month away from her 97th birthday.  Now, she will have a big celebration with her parents, husband, and other family members.

Thursday

“I give thanks to my God for every remembrance of you,

always praying with joy for all of you in my every prayer,

because of your partnership in the gospel

from the first day until now.”

~Philippians 1:3-5, HCSB~

 

Medical Mission Trips

  • Pray for Randi Shaidaee from East Fork and others from Hattisburg as they travel to Central America to work next week in a village in the mountains.  Randi will be working with a vet to help with work animals.
  • Pray for Karibeth Sitman from FBC, Greensburg and others as they serve as a medical team in Africa.

This is the second mission trip for both of these young ladies.  May physical and spiritual lives be changed because of their efforts.

Please pray for the Harrells.

Mr. Phillip’s doctor is considering a possible stent for him.  Mrs. Annie Belle is home from the hospital.  She continues to have a number of ongoing concerns.

Karen Miller’s mother, Nyra Rigby

Mrs. Rigby had her fourth chemo yesterday.  So far, she is tolerating her treatments well.  Pray for Karen as she continues to travel back and forth to Alabama frequently.

Kathy Jo Thompson

Kathy Jo, from west of Amite, had a number to brain tumors removed yesterday during a long surgery.  Pray for her in the next few days.  Pray for her mother who traveled with her for surgery.

Mike Hurst and family

Please continue to pray for Mike and for his family.

Beverly “Doodle” Watson

“Doodle” continues to do well with her treatment.  Thank God for doctors with knowledge and medicine that is much improved over what was available in the past.

Steve and Ginger Hatchel

Pray for Mr. Steve as he has daily treatments while struggling with weight loss and not resting well.  Pray for “Miss” Ginger as she lovingly tries to meet his daily needs.  Thank God for Ana, their daughter-in-law who lives close by and who is a nurse.  Pray for Boyd and his family as they begin a three day drive to be with his family.

Sandra Eudy Mays, my brother-in-law’s sister 

Please pray for Sandra, who is scheduled to have heart surgery this afternoon, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Birmingham. The doctors plan to replace her defibrillator, a wire to her heart, and add an additional wire.

FBC, K Youth

The youth are at Centrifuge.  Pray for the love of Christ to grow in each heart.  May their experiences this week impact their lives forever.

Devotional, Scriptures, and a Song

  • “Shrek” –  http://odb.org/2014/06/19/meet-shrek/
  • “But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary and scattered, like sheep having no shepherd.”                                                                                            ~Matt. 9:36~
  • “I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also.”                                                                                                     ~John 10:16~

 

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Third Thursday 

We meet at the cabin at 6:30 tonight.  Join us if you can.

Thanks for faithfully praying each day.  Today, like other days, there are those who are not listed for one reason or another.  Please include them in your prayers.

Anna Lee

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Wednesday

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy;

I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.”

~John 10:10, NASB~

The Hatchels

The family has safely arrived in Richmond, Virginia.

Blackwell Updates

Ray is doing well.  He will have a Pet scan Friday morning to determine the next step.

Mr. John Alan’s hip surgery will be Monday.

Norman Stuart

He is dealing with a lung infection now.  Prayers are appreciated for him and his family.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Young at Heart (yesterday)

The Hatfields were very good.  Their sincerity and love for God was very clear.  I hope to get to meet and hear them soon.

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/ “Your smile could be a message of cheer from God to a needy soul.” Anna Lee