Our Redeemer—the LORD Almighty is his name— is the Holy One of Israel.

Isaiah 47:4

Health Concerns

• Beth Brabham – Knee problems continue

Ruby Hodges Dillon

March 19, 1930 – October 12, 2023

Ruby was born in Carthage, MS on March 19, 1930 and moved with her family to Kentwood, LA when she was 2 years old. Her activities included the Kentwood Garden Club and the Kentwood Art Guild. She was an excellent homemaker, excellent cook, and was dedicated to her family. She is survived by her husband of 76 years, Ernest (Cete) Dillon; daughter, Jana K. Dillon; son, Iley F. Dillon, M.D. (Cheryl); granddaughter, Lauren Peacock Tackett (Brad); grandsons, Eric J. Dillon (Natalie), Jason Dillon, and C. Scott Dillon (Ginny); great-granddaughters, Anna Gail Dillon and Elizabeth Grace “Gracie” Dillon; great-grandsons, Christopher Troy Dillon, John Eric Dillon and Garrett Scott Dillon; sisters, Dorothy “Dee” Forrest Arnott and Nora Stevens. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, Pauline and Floyd Hodges; a brother, Luther S, Hodges; sisters, Gussie Dunn, Sally Moise, and Mary Ann Young. Pallbearers are Chris Holland, Mike Oliver, Eric Dillon, Jason Dillon, Scott Dillon, and Brad Tackett. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Kentwood from 9:00AM until religious services at 12Noon on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Services conducted by Bro. Darryl Miller. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please donate to First Baptist Church, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or your favorite charity. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Bertha Ann O’Brian

October 25, 1983 – October 11, 2023

A resident of Jackson, LA, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 in Jackson, LA. She was born October 25, 1983 in Hammond, LA and was 39 years of age. She is survived by  her 2 daughters, Makayla Feierabend and Zaylee Feierabend; 1 son, Sidney O’ Brian; 2 brothers, Arnie Ray O’ Brian, Jr. and wife, Rachel, and Teddy O’Brian and wife, Kelly; nephews, Ethan and Rowan O’Brian; niece, Lacey O’Brian. Preceded in death by her parents, Arnie Ray O’Brian , Sr. and Dorinda O’Brian; grandparents, Harry and Dorothy Mustin and Johnnie O’Brian, Sr. and Mattie O’Brian; 2 aunts, Cindy “Mustin” Kautfam and Jenney Mustin. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Services conducted by Bro. Franklin Parker. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Prayer Focus

Once again, let’s focus on the people of Israel as they fight to protect their people and their existence. Remember, this is God’s chosen nation!

Read the Bible

• I Samuel 16: 1-13
• I Samuel 16: 24
• I Samuel 16: 26
• “Unlike David, I am impatient for God to act when ….”

OCC Packing Party

There will be NO Packing Party Saturday, but we will have a packing party on Saturday, October 21 at 9:00 A. M. See you then to pact 200 shoeboxes.

God Shows His Love

God shows his love to us in many ways. I’m afraid we sometimes miss seeing HIM and attribute our blessing to good luck. We had one of those opportunities Tuesday when our car wouldn’t start in the Walmart parking lot following the purchase of chips, candy, drinks, etc. for our OCC packing party.

Our car didn’t start. We had not been having a battery issue, but soon decided we should try to “jump” the battery. There were vehicles all around us, but no people. David raised the hood and propped it up. While he was there, a young lady showed up and asked if “Grandma and Grandpa” needed help. We later learned she had taken a course in mechanics at the trade school in Greensburg:!!! David’s battery cables reached from our vehicle to her vehicle next to us. They worked perfectly and soon our engine was purring.

The cables were disconnected and returned to their storage area. She them asked if “Grandma and Grandpa” needed anything else. She was a joy to be around. We did some talking and she soon realized she remembered Mrs. Alford from high school. David knew of some of her relatives.

God sent this young lady of all the people who were parked in that big parking lot just as we got to the point of needing help. David was perfectly capable of using the jumper cables, but needed another vehicle to “jump us off”. God sent an unlikely person with confidence in what she was doing and such a sweet spirit as she continually called us “Grandma and Grandpa”.

When our car was running, she asked if there was anything else she could do for us. I gave her a big hug. David had a “small reward” for her. As her vehicle drove away we counted her as such an unlikely person to bless us, but she was the one God chose to help us and to give us encouragement.

David drove us directly to a location where our battery was tested, found used up, and replaced with a new one. The young man there was well trained and also polite. David enjoyed talking with him too.

As we turned north on the interstate headed home, we talked about our unlikely helper at Walmart and what a blessing both people were to us on the otherwise uneventful Tuesday morning.

You can be that person God puts in someone’s life when they have a need. Use your opportunities! Be a blessing to others!

Anna Lee

Mrs. Ruby Dillon passed away last night. Please pray for her family.

“In my vision at night I looked, and there before me was one like a son of man, coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into his presence.  He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all nations and peoples of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

Daniel 7:13-14

Prayers Please

• Ruby Dillon – Home w/family
• Craig Forrest – Richard Murphy Home
• Pam Forrest – Rehab following stroke
• Jane Duncan -Hip surgery Monday morning
• Ora Lee Wilson – Shoulder surgery in Nov.
• Susan Rimes – Kidney stone surgery yesterday
• Renee Terrell – Recovering from surgery

Read the Bible

• Job 1: 1-2:10
• Job 42
• James 5: 7-11

Packing Shoeboxes

October 14 – Girls

October 21 – Boys

9 A.M. in Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood

Fall Festival

• FBC, Kentwood
  • October 28
  • 5:00 – 7:00

Thanks for Reading and Praying

Be sure to include Israel in your prayers.

Anna Lee

“This is what the LORD Almighty said: ‘Administer true justice; show mercy and compassion to one another.  Do not oppress the widow or the fatherless, the foreigner or the poor. Do not plot evil against each other.’

Zechariah 7:9-10

Prayer Focus

Pray for the people of Israel. Many have been killed and many are missing because they have been kidnapped. Pray for the people as they try to get their kidnapped people and small countryside back.

Read the Bible

• Genesis 26: 12-33
• Romans 5: 3-5
• “In Isaac’s place, I would have . . . .”

Pastor Appreciation

October is pastor appreciation month. Be sure to tell/show your pastor how much he is appreciated by you. What would we do without their knowledge, training, love, sermons, leadership, etc.?

Sickness

Two who are very ill: Mrs. Ruby Dillon and Craig Forrest

OCC

Please consider wearing something that looks like Christmas Saturday when you come to help pack shoeboxes at 9:00.

Thanks!

The readers of TPL are greatly appreciated!

Anna Lee

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

1 Peter 4:10

Headline News

The news contains much information about Israel’s recent attacks. It’s more than I can fully comprehend, even though I try. There are Scriptures about Israel. You may want to review some of these Scriptures today and in the coming days.

Prayer Focus

Please pray for all the people of that area, both political and military, as these difficult days continue in and around Israel. Ask God to guide our country during this time.

Death

Pray for the Daniel family from Amite. A family member, who did not live in Amite, passed away.

Revival

Philip Miller is leading singing at Line Creek’s revival this week. The revival is going well, but ends tomorrow night. You may want to try to attend.

Read the Bible

• Week 39 – Patience: Deep Roots
• Genesis 15
• Genesis 17: 1-19
• Genesis 21: 1-7
• Hebrews 6: 13-15
• “I have seen the results of patience in . . . .”

OCC Update

1. The postage for the 400 shoeboxes ($10/shoebox) we will pack was paid yesterday.
2. There will be a packing party Saturday at 9:00 in the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood. You are invited to help us pack shoeboxes and to celebrate all the individuals, approximately 1,600, who will be learn about Jesus and have and opportunity to choose living for and serving Him because of these 200 boxes.
3. Reminder – We will pack 200 boxes for boys next Saturday.
4. Thanks to ALL who have helped in any way.

Bible Study

The Bible study of “Woven” has been very good. No matter what a person’s Biblical background, there is much to learn. The weekly class begins at 1 P.M.

Thanks!

I’m glad you checked in to read and pray today. I’m also thankful for you passing the word along to others.

Anna Lee

He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.

Luke 10:2

Happy Monday

Most of you had a busy weekend and some fun time. I hope you can begin the week with a sweet spirit, not being too tired.

Sickness

There are many who are sick. I’ll not try to name all of them, bur here are a couple names to focus on.

Craig Forrest and family

Mrs. Ruby Dillon and family

Read the Bible

• Matthew 11: 28-30
• Galatians 6: 1-2
• As Jesus lifts my burdens, I can lift . . . .’

Community Missions

Alice Mary is receiving names of people in Kentwood who need a Thanksgiving basket. If you know of someone, please give her the name.

Operation Christmas Child

This is the week we pack half of the shoeboxes. We’ll pack for the girls Saturday morning at 9:00. I hope you will be there and be on time so we can all pack together. The following Saturday, we will pack the boy’s boxes.

Cooler Weather

Thank God for some relief from the heat of summer. I think most of us are ready to enjoy some cooler temperatures.

Rain Wanted

It’s more dry here than I ever remember! God will send us rain in His time.

Until Tomorrow

Anna Lee

For I desire mercy, not sacrifice,

and acknowledgment of God

rather than burnt offerings.

Hosea 6:6

Prayer Focus

Pray for the people of Israel. They have been attacked and many people have been killed or kidnapped.

Pray for the members of congress as a new leader is being selected this week.

Read the Bible

• Matthew 9: 35-38
• Matthew 14: 13-21
• Matthew 15: 32-39
• Luke 7: 11-17
• Being a person of compassion requires . . . .”

Family to Pray For

Joan Hebert

November 25, 1944 – October 6, 2023

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born November 25, 1944 in Magnolia, MS and was 78 years of age. She graduated from Baker High School and attended Southeastern Louisiana University and graduated from St. John School of Nursing in Tulsa, OK. She worked at Our Lady of The Lake for 25 years and 10 years as a home health and hospice nurse. Upon retirement, she relocated to the Pine Ridge community in St. Helena Parish. She is survived by husband, Larry Hebert; special friends, Joyce Ann Gilbert, Nancy Miller, and Hunter Besse; and many cousins. Preceded in death by her parents, O.W. Reeves and Susie Williams; sister, Caroline Kiff. Visitation at Pine Ridge Methodist Church from 9:00 AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. Services conducted by Rev. Dr. Michael Townsend. Interment Pine Ridge Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Anna Lee

For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings.

Hosea 6:6

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for rain where it is needed. We haven’t had much rain in the last few months, but we need to remember God know what he is doing. He is in charge, not us!

Read the Bible

• 10-7-23
• Matthew 25: 31-46
• Jesus wants me to minister to others by ….”

Death

Bret Mathew Ainsworth

February 25, 1959 – August 20, 2023

Bret Ainsworth, Sr. passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 64.  He was born on Wednesday, February 25, 1959 in Houston, Texas to the late Virginia Fannaly and the late Lyndoll Ainsworth.  He was a resident of Tickfaw, Louisiana.

Bret’s journey on this Earth was one filled with resilience and a deep-seated love for the gulf.  His career as a commercial fisherman spanned several decades. The sea became not just his workplace but also his sanctuary–a place where he found solace and rejuvenation.  Bret’s dedication to his craft earned him tremendous respect among his peers and fellow fishermen.  Although he is no longer with us, his legacy will endure through the memories he leaves behind.  His tenacious spirit, unwavering dedication, and loving nature are etched forever in the hearts of his family and friends.

Bret is survived by his son, Bret Ainsworth II & son’s wife Amanda; grandchildren Jason Breaux, Arianna, Ava & Brooklyn Ainsworth; his best fur-friend, Graham; family members that was like a son to him, Bart Tregle (Debbie); & Bart’s daughter Kadi.

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Have a great day. Be sure to spend some time in preparing for the Lord’s Day! It might be in cooking, really studying your lesson, or whatever applies to you. Do some things that make it easier to attend church with less stress.

Anna Lee

With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may bring to fruition your every desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith.  We pray this so that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

~2 Thessalonians 1:11-12~

Prayer Time

Our churches mean so much to us. Pray for the leadership and membership of your church. Then, branch out and pray for other local churches.

Read the Bible

• John 10: 7-18
• “Jesus’ compassion was shown by ….”

Fall Carnival

• FBC, Kentwood
• October 29, 2023
• 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Trunk or Treat, Petting Zoo, Inflatables, Bull Riding, Dunking Booth, Food, etc.
• Call the church office (2298111) for more information.
• No change to attend.
• Adult are invited to attend to enjoy seeing the happy children.

I want to share a little about my church.

Children’s Area

Have you seen the new children’s area which was designed just for our children? The children love it. The location is upstairs and connects to our sanctuary with a hallway.

Children’s Messages

This special time in “Big Church” just before going to “Children’s Church” is designed just for children and delivered by some youth and adults who really love to minister to children I must say the adults listen carefully and frequently smile. Then, the children move to Children’s Church for more specially designed lessons. If you have children and are interested in bringing your children, come sit it and see for yourself.

Youth

Our youth have their own building, the Lighthouse. It formerly served as the post office for the town. A team of young adults works with them every Sunday morning, Sunday evening, Wednesday evening, and numerous special times. If you have any questions, contact the youth minister by calling the church office.

Changing Gears to Senior Adults

Our senior adults will be traveling to Hammond on Wednesday, October 18 to enjoy lunch at Murphy’s and to enjoy a good time with each other. The church van will leave the church at 10:30. You can also travel by personal car if you have additional plans while in Hammond. Call the church office if you have questions. Sign up to attend so Murphy’s will had the table set-up for us.

There are a number of adult Sunday School classes. Let me take a guess at how many – at least 11! I’m sure that if you are interested, you could find a class that suits you.

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These are three of the groups we have at church. I hope you enjoyed hearing a little about them. If you need additional information, contact the church office.

We can all be thankful for our churches and the classes and activities they offer. The classes are such a good way to study the Bible and to get involved in a small group.

Thank you for reading and for getting to know my church a little better.

Anna Lee

These are the things you are to do: Speak the truth to each other, and render true and sound judgment in your courts;

Zechariah 8:16

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for the people faced with an option to have or not have surgery. There are so many things to consider. Deciding is often hard.

Evelyn Jean Woodard Glenn

January 12, 1929 – October 3, 2023

Evelyn Jean Woodard Glenn, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at the age of 94 years of age at 8:15 in the morning. She lived in many states in her lifetime, but her last move was from Picayune, MS to Amite, Louisiana in 2002 to be closer to her oldest daughter and family. She is survived by Her sister Mary Hellered, brother Bill Woodard and half-siblings Dorothy Marie Evans and Occie Gilliam Jr. Her 4 children Norma ‘Genevie’ Munch, Paula Gynell Trosclair, Johnny Knox Glenn and his wife, Michele, and Lonnie William Glenn. 10 grandchildren and some of their spouses Robert Munch Jr (Katrina), Normajean Ploof (Dennis), Julius ‘Scotty’ Scott (Monette), Paula Scott, Julie Sparnecht (Ray), Brandon Scott, Nicole Glenn Bienvenu, Daniel Glenn, and step grand-daughter. Windy Muller (Mark) and grandson, Timothy Scott, who preceded her in death. 13 Great-Grandchildren and some of their spouses Mindy Munch Schexnaydre (Josh), Matthew Kolb, Jewel Munch (Lauren), Joshua Scott (Victoria), Jake Hanson, Kayla Scott, Gabriel Sparnecht, Abigail Dillion (Hayden), Gage Scott, Brittney Phares (Wade), Whittney and Laila Munch and a great-grandson, Chris Hanson, who preceded her in death. 9 Great-Great Grandchildren Jaxon and Hazel Schexnaydre, Hadleigh and Kohen Munch, Braylon Scott, Axel Scott, Silas and Oakley Phares and Vivianne Scott. She was preceded in death by her husband, John William Glenn of 61 years, her parents Mary Magdalene Graves Woodard and William Huey Woodard, sister. Jewel Yowell, son-in-laws, Robert Munch Sr and Wade Trosclair, grandson Timothy Scott, and great-grandson Chris Hanson. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Interment Shady Grove Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Read the Bible

• Acts 16: 16-36
• “I can help someone in prison by ….”

OCC Drop-Off

39 days until collection at Drop-Off Centers begins.

FBC, Kentwood will again be a drop-off location.

I’ll post hours when we get closer to November 13.

Associational Missions Night

• Sunday, October 8
• FBC, Kentwood
• 6:00 P.M.
• Y’all come!

TPL Readers

Thank-you for reading and often passing the link along to others so they can can read and pray too.

Anna Lee