Category: Announcement

Now faith is being sure of what we hope for

and certain of what we do not see.  

~Hebrews 11:1~

 

Please say special prayers for Mrs. Hazel Smith and Mr. Bobby Lawson.

Howard Ricks Fussell

July 13, 1937 – February 22, 2015

Howard Ricks Fussell passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2015 in Covington, LA. A native of North Tangipahoa Parish, LA, he was born on Tuesday, July 13, 1937, to Edna Ricks and Freler Fussell.

The beloved husband of Laura Varnado Fussell, he is survived by three sons – Jeffrey F. Fussell (Kelly), Howard Michael Fussell (Shannon) and Stephen L. Fussell (Jill); two brothers – Harold L. Fussell (Bettye) and Paul F. Fussell (Delphine); and nine grandchildren – Mikki and Dalton, Amanda, Megan, Bryce, Jacob and Madison, Lanie and Kate; and one great grandchild – Marla. His parents precede him in death.

Growing up in North Tangipahoa, Howard graduated from Spring Creek High School in 1955. In 1959 he graduated from LSU with a degree in Journalism and worked for Gulf States Utilities as a copywriter and photographer. Earning his M.A. in History from Lamar University, Howard’s Master’s thesis was published by the Texas Historical Society. He went on to earn his J.D. from LSU, joining the law firm of Barranger, Barranger and Jones in 1968. Howard took great pride in his professional career and along with its partners; the firm grew to become what it is today… Jones Fussell, LLP. Although retiring in 2009, Howard remained close to his Jones Fussell family. The American flag that flies over the offices of Jones Fussell will be flown at half-staff Friday through Sunday.

Howard loved football and watching their three sons play at Covington High School, where he was active in the athletic association. LSU football was also a big part of his social life, usually enjoyed with the 10th Street Rowdies and neighborhood friends. He enjoyed officiating games for many years and was a member of the Louisiana High School Officiating Association.

An avid reader, Howard enjoyed music, history and to travel. He sang with the First Baptist Church Celebration Singers, Christwood Singers and the First Methodist Church choir, where he was a member.

Most of all, Howard loved his family, his wife of 57 years, three sons and their exceptional wives, nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend memorial services at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave. Covington, LA 70433.

Visiting hours are scheduled to take place Friday, February 27, 2015 from 5-8:00 PM and also on Saturday beginning at 9:00 AM.

Immediately following Saturday’s service, the Fussell family would like to invite everyone to join them at the Covington Lion’s Club to raise a glass in celebration of Howard and a life well lived.

Interment will take place privately at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Covington Food Bank, 840 N. Columbia St. Covington, LA 70433 or to Heifer International, www.heifer.org or by calling (855) 948-6437.
Sign the family guest book or offer condolences to our tribute wall at www.ejfieldingfh.com.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Howard Ricks Fussell please visit ourSympathy Store.

Samaritam’s Purse

  • Operation Christmas Child

Two weeks ago in Mexico, over 140 children received their shoebox gifts! One young girl, Duce, waited patiently to receive her box. When she opened it and found the photo of the children inside, she immediately clasped her hands over her mouth in surprise and began to cry. The little girl in the photo was a friend – she described the girl as her only friend in 3rd grade – whom she recognized from when she had lived in the United States. Duce and her brother, Jonathan, were born in the US, but returned to Veracruz about four years ago with their mother and she has not been in touch with her friend since then. You can read the full story here:http://bit.ly/OCCDuceStory

  • Happy Birthday Samaritan’s Purse—45 years old today! The purpose of Samaritan’s Purse is to meet emergency needs in crisis areas around the world and to do that in the Name of Jesus Christ. In all that we do, whether here or abroad, we want to make Christ known. I thank God for the donors and prayer warriors who stand behind us faithfully year in and year out.
Baptist Press – bpnews.net
Read the Bible in 2015
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song
  • “His Choice” – http://odb.org/
  • God from the beginning                                                                                                                             chose you for salvation.                                                                                                                                 ~2 Thessalonians 2:13~
  • “A Child of the King” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/c/h/childkin.htm 

Ladies’ Night: Love Letters 

  • Thursday at 6:15
  • Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood
  • Begins with desserts
  • Program participants from Kentwood, New Zion, Kedron, and Roseland
  • All ladies from 3 – 103 invited

 

  • I hope you are planning to be there.
  • I will have it nice and warm for us.

Stay warm and dry today!

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“You are a chosen race,

a royal priesthood,

a holy nation,

a people for His possession,

so that you may proclaim the praises of the One

who called you out of darkness

into His marvelous light.”

~1Peter 2:9, HCSB~

Today, I would like to introduce you to the teenage granddaughter of a former classmate and best friend, Carol Ann Cutrer Cleveland, from my school days. I was blessed to see her Sunday.

Maddie’s Miracle (Facebook)

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Maddies-Miracles/390075544489525?fref=nf

Obituaries

  • W. E. “Bill” Dykes

    Born: October 23, 1925
    Died: February 23, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2974776&fh_id=10545

  • Harold and Paul Fussell’s brother – I have not located an obituary yet.
  • Kenneth Evans (1932 – 2015)

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/clarionledger/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=174226311

“Living in a Time of Crisis” by Steve Horn

http://stevehorn.org/2015_02_23/living-in-a-time-of-crisis/

Fifteen Reasons Our Churches Are Less Evangelistic Today

 ThomRainer.com

Baptist Press 

bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015

Devotional, Scripture, a Quote, and a Song

  • “Expect Great Things” – http://odb.org/2013/03/01/expect-great-things/
  • Who through faith . . .                                                                                                                                 out of weakness were made strong.                                                                                                                                       ~Hebrews 11:33-34~
  • “Expect great things from God;                                                                                               attempt great things for God.”                                                                                                                                        ~William Cary~
  • “To the Work” – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/To_the_Work/

Frozen Food Sunday

This is the week we send frozen food to two families.  Bring the food to my Sunday School classroom before Sunday School.  It needs to be about 2 cups of food frozen in a quart size bag.  One family needs one course foods such as beans and rice, gumbo, soup, chicken and dumplings.  The other needs fresh or frozen foods that have not been processed or made with processed ingredients – your canned or frozen fruits and vegetables and/or fresh fruits and vegetables.  Delivery will be made to the families Sunday afternoon.

I’m looking forward to a great birthday party today to honor some of our “young” ladies who have been “working” for the Lord for many years.  If you are available, you are invited to join us at The Cafe at 11:00 A.M.

Anna Lee

Monday

There is no fear in love;

but perfect love casts out fear,

because fear involves punishment,

and the one who fears is not perfected in love.

~1 John 4:18, NASB~

 

Please pray for Mrs. Nadine Bridges.  She was taken to North Oaks yesterday evening.

Pray for Ms. Shira Easley.

Terri Easley is doing better.  Thanks for your prayers for her.

Debi Bales is having trouble with a knee and with vertigo.  Please pray for her.

April 4th – Annual “He is Risen” Walk in the Kentwood area.  Stay tuned for more information as time gets closer.

Women’s Ministry this Week

  • ” Ladies’ Birthday Party”
    • Tuesday at 11:00
    • The Cafe in Kentwood
    • Honors ladies with February Birthdays
    • Dutch treat
  • Ladies’ Night: Love Letters
    • Thursday at 6:15
    • Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood
    • Begins with desserts
    • Program participants from Kentwood, New Zion, Kedron, and Roseland
    • All ladies from 3 – 103 invited
  • Ladies’ Bible Study
    • Friday at 10 A.M.
    • Fellowship Hall of FBC
    • Women of the Bible: Esther
    • Esther 2,4,7, & 9
  • Operation Christmas Child
    • Check the boxes on the table in the hallway.
    • Let’s buy item all along this year.
    • We want to bless many children with small gift and the opportunity to meet Jesus.
  • Mission Offerings
    • The Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions is ending.  I’ll get a total from the church later today.
    • The Annie Armstrong Offering for North America begins next Sunday.

Read the Bible in 2015 – Genesis 28-31

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “The Unseen World” – http://odb.org/
  • The Angel of the Lord [was] standing in the way.                                                                                                                                            ~Numbers 22:23~
  • “In His Hands, He’s Got the Whole World” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck6cCyvo5vo

Thanks so much for reading and praying.  You make a difference in so many situations.

Anna Lee

Sunday

Even youths grow tired and weary,  

and young men stumble and fall;

but those who hope in the LORD

will renew their strength.

They will soar on wings like eagles;

they will run and not grow weary,

they will walk and not be faint. 

~Isaiah 40:30-31~

Mrs. Cecile Alford

This sweet lady has been hospitalized and is in ICU.  Pray for all the family, especially for Rebecca who will be flying home tomorrow.

Cory’s Father-in-Law (From Chris Wales)

Please pray for Melanie Wales in the loss of her father, Kenneth Evans, this morning, Saturday 21. The funeral will be at 11:00 AM in Byram, MS, Wednesday February 25. Burial will follow later in the day in Vicksburg, MS.

Camp Living Waters will be hosting Men’s Night for the men of our association.  Supper will be at 5:30 with a speaker to follow at 7:00.

Pine Ridge United Methodist Church

  • Breakfast at 8:00
  • Benefits a worthy need each month

Read the Bible in 2015

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

I’m looking forward to a great Lord’s Day.  I trust you are too!

Anna Lee

Saturday

“They should be rich in good works

and generous to those in need,

always being ready to share with others.

By doing this they will be storing up their treasure

as a good foundation for the future s

o that they may experience true life.”

~1 Timothy 6:18b-19 NLT~

 

Terri Easley is home now.  She has stitches both inside and outside her mouth.  Thanks for your prayers for her and her family.

Mrs. Bessie Hayden is having a number of cardiac tests done.  Pray for smooth testing and results that lead to something that can be done to help her.

Mrs. Hazel Smith continues to stay in, but does enjoy little visits from her friends.  She’s in good spirits and has a wonderful outlook.

Dr. Earl Council is home and doing much better.  He will soon have his strength back and be “no worse for wear”.  Thank-you for praying for him.

Women’s Ministry Activities Next Week

  • “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
    • 11:00 A.M. Tuesday
    • The Cafe
    • Honors ladies with birthdays in February
  • Ladies’ Night (for ladies from 3 to 103)
    • “Love Letters”
    • Thursday, February 26th
    • We begin with desserts at 6:15
    • Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood
    • No tickets needed; Just come
  • Bible Study
    • Fridays in the Fellowship Hall
    • 10:00 A.M.
    • “Esther” on 2-27-15
  •  Coming Soon – Frozen Food Day (March 1)
    • Bring about 2 cups of food already frozen in quart-size freezer bags
      • Gumbo
      • Roast, rice, and gravy
      • Etc.
    • Bring fresh or fresh frozen fruits and vegetables
      • Cannot be processed commercially
      • Cannot contain ingredients which are processed commercially
      • Deliveries will be made Sunday afternoon

Read the Bible in 2015

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Approaching God” – http://odb.org/
  • Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts;                                                                                                the whole earth is full of His glory!                                                                                                                                                     ~Isaiah 6:3~
  • “Holy, Holy, Holy” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/o/holyholy.htm

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

I can hardly wait to see what has God’s got planned this weekend?

Anna Lee

Thursday

My name will be great among the nations,

from the rising to the setting of the sun.

In every place incense

and pure offerings will be brought to my name,

because my name will be great among the nations,”

says the LORD Almighty.  

~Malachi 1:11~

 

Koltyn Gafforrd is coming home to Amite today.  There are plans to quietly line the streets where they will travel later today.  I know you will pray for the family as they care for him at home and for those who will be working with him.

Pray for Mansell Stinson who is hospitalized in St. Tammany where they are trying to increase his blood circulation.

Mrs. Mildred Birch is doing much better now that she is back in St. Helena Parish.

We seem to have a number of deaths/obituaries again today.  Pray for each family.

Read the Bible in 2015

Third Thursday Meeting at the Cabin

  • Tonight!
  • 6:30 P.M.
  • Contact me if you need directions

Friday Morning Bible Study

  • Deborah
  • 10:00 Friday
  • Everyone is welcome.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Whose Will?” – http://odb.org/
  • “O My Father,                                                                                                                                                   if it is possible,                                                                                                                                                 let this cup pass from Me;                                                                                                       nevertheless, not as I will,                                                                                                                         but as You will.”                                                                                                                                                                ~Matthew 26:39~
  • “Have Thy Own Way, Lord” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/t/hthineow.htm

“Do Something” with eternal value today!

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

Therefore, He is always able

to save those who come to God through Him,

since He always lives to intercede for them.

~Hebrews 7:25, HCSB~

 

Dr. Earl Council is hospitalized in South Caroline and sicker than he was the last time.  Please pray for this kind gentleman and his family.

Mrs. Mildred Birch is scheduled for her transfer to the Greensburg Hospital later today.  Pray for her as she continues to recover from heart surgery.

Loretta Knight Binder

Born: June 22, 1935
Died: February 15, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2967802&fh_id=10545

Shirley Creel Little

Born: November 02, 1937
Died: February 15, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2967411&fh_id=10545

Camp Living Waters 

Thanks to all who helped provide some of the other items needed at Camp Living Waters.  I’m sure your contributions will make the coming season at CLW more successful.  I appreciate your generosity.  Monica Maddox from CLW is overwhelmed with your generosity.

Operation Christmas Child

Yesterday, I was asked to remind you of the boxes for Operation located in the hallway across from the kitchen at FBC, Kentwood.  You can choose a brown paper bag, fill it, and return it to the same area.  The bag tells you what to purchase for the shoeboxes we will be packing in the fall.  If your items do not fit in the brown paper bag, simply attach the bag to the outside of the larger bag with a string/ribbon.  Let’s get the items we will need to pack the shoeboxes to bless little children around the world with gifts and the opportunity to meet Jesus.

Baptist Press

bpnews.org

Friday Morning Bible Study

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Third Thursday

  • Two more days!
  • David and I are looking forward to a cabin full of people who love felloswhip, food, music, and a good devotional.
  • 6:30 P.M.
  • Need directions? Contact me.

Read the Bible in 2015

Remember to let your little light shine today.

Anna Lee

Monday

“For God so loved the world

that he gave his one and only Son,

that whoever believes in him

shall not perish but have eternal life.  

~John 3:16~

 

Michael Hornsby is scheduled for surgery at St. Tammany Hospital this morning at 7 A.M. The family has been warned that there are other people who have serious issues that may bump this surgery until later.  No matter the time, please pray.  Let’s consider a delay as an opportunity to pray a little more.

Koltyn Gafford has been allowed to spend more time outside the walls of the hospital. The big news is that he is scheduled to return to Amite on the 19th.  Please pray for the family as they make plans for this major change and for the adjustments that will take place in all of their lives.

Please continue to pray for Joe and Jean Easley.  He is still in the hospital while she is at Kentwood Nursing Home.  Pray for their family, church, and friends.

Bertie Hughes is the sister of Mr. Bobby and Mr. Burnell Simpson.  She is 85 and now living in Texas.  She seems to have multiple issues at the present time.  Your prayers will be appreciated for Ms. Hughes and her caregivers.

Johnnie “Lil Man” Santangello will be having surgery tomorrow to help to drain some fluid building up in his head.  Your prayers will be appreciated.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Taming the Untamable” – http://odb.org/
  • No man can tame the tongue.                                                                                                                                                       ~James 3:8~
  • “Oh, Be Careful Little Eyes”

Read the Bible in 2015 –  Genesis 24-27

Thom S. Rainer

  • Some articles that may be of interest to you.  You can pick the ones that you want to read.
  • His articles focus on a limited list of items.  Each one is short and to the point.
  • http://thomrainer.com/

Announcements

  • Young at Heart Tuesday at New Zion Baptist Church
    • Tuesday at 10:30
    • Entertainment by Diane Simmons of Osyka
    • You are invited to come as this is more of a community event than a church event.
  • Third Thursday at the Cabin
    • Fellowship, Supper, Music, Devotional
    • 6:30 P.M.
    • If you need more information, contact me.

Make sure you make today a “Meaningful Monday” by doing something for someone.

Anna Lee

 

Friday

Let the little children come to Me,

and don’t stop them,

because the kingdom of God belongs to such as these,”

~Luke 18:16b~

 

Macy Gueldner

 http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal/view/id/54dd7094cb16b47e1d620615

Mildred Birch

Just went to visit Ms Mildred, her heart rate is too high and she’s running a temp. They called the Dr and got her some medicine for her heart rate. She still hasn’t been up to walk. Praying for a better day tomorrow. Thanks so much for the continued prayers! God Bless you all (Written by Sharon Birch)

Koltyn Gafford

First big outing – the zoo!

Discharge date – soon!

Hope Center is continuing their 75% off sale of winter merchandise in preparation for putting our clothing for the spring season.

Camp Living Waters

Monica Maddox, Director of Volunteers, is thrilled and overwhelmed with your contributions for the five trailers and for your willingness to prepare a meal for a group of Campers on Mission who will be there to work March 23-27.  It not too late to call and volunteer.

We are asking that your church or group provide either lunch or supper for this group (40 – 60) Monday-Thursday. I will know for certain on Sunday, March 22 the total number.

We will provide the drinks.

Lunch is served at noon. Lunch is usually something light, such as soup, sandwiches, or hamburgers. Side items have included chips, salad, or fresh fruit.

Supper is served at 5:30. In the past supper has been jambalaya, spaghetti, pork, fried chicken and even pizza. Side dishes that compliment the main course are appreciated. We can provide the garden salad items.

Desserts are not needed as they usually bring enough on their own.

In order for a meal not to be duplicated, please let me know what you wish to provide as soon as possible. I would like to have the meal schedule completed by Feb 16h, 2015.

We also are asking for volunteers to come to the camp and help out with the breakfast meal. This would be Monday – Thursday also. I need 2 volunteers each day from 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. There is no serving line, but I would need help with clean up.
If you have any questions, please call my home. 985-345-3315.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015 – Isaiah 34-39

Valentine Banquet

  • 7 P.M. tonight at FBC, K
  • Over 100 signed up!

Ladies Bible Study

  • Meets in Heritage Room because of the banquet
  • 10:00 this morning
  • “Miriam”

Ladies Night 

  • “Love Letters”
  • Thursday, February 26th
  • 6:15 P.M.
  • FBC,K
  • For ladies between the ages of 3 and 103
  • Bring a group from your church.

Devotional, Scriptures, and Songs

  • “The Word Amoung Us” –http://odb.org/
  • Your testimonies also are my delight and my counselors.                                                                                                                                              ~Psalm 119:24~                                                   Open my eyes,                                                                                                                                               that I may see wondrous things from Your law.                                                                                                                                                 ~Psalm 119:18~
  • “Open My Eyes, that I Might See”                                                                                                             http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/p/openeyes.htm                                                               “Tell the Good News”                                                                                                                                    http://www.lyriczz.com/lyrics/gene-bartlett/225719-tell-the-good-news/

I hope you are filled with the love of God and others today!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Call to Me, and I will answer you,

and show you great and mighty things,

which you do not know.”

~Jeremiah 33:3, NKJV~

 

 

In my last post I forgot to include Mrs. Bessie Hayden.  She was taken by ambulance to Lallie Kemp Hospital because of chest pains.  Let’s pray for her as she undergoes testing there.

Mansell Stinson is looking forward to surgery next week in West Jefferson Hospital  Pray for him as he continues to wait.

I talked with Mr. Bobby Lawson‘s niece.  She said he continues to have ups and downs. Keep him in your prayers,

Pray for sister, Miss Fay Shoemaker and Mrs. Fern Brennan.  Their love and concern for each other has been steady.  Their health is not as good as it was when I first met them, but they doing the best they can.

Pray for Susan Rimes as she sees a doctor again tomorrow.

Thank God for the improvement Martha Griffith has made in two weeks.

Read the Bible in 2015

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “The Well-Watered Life” – odb.org
  • Blessed are those who “delight in the law of the Lord . . . .                                                       They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season.                   Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do”.                                                                                                                                                                             ~Psalm 1:2-3 NIV~
  • “Springs of Living Water” – http://www.anordinarymom.com/sunday-hymn-springs-of-living-water/

Friday Morning Bible Study – Miriam

  • Exodus 2:4-10; 15:20-21
  • Numbers 12:1-15; 20:1
  • Micah 6:4

Have a good day, but prepare for another cold night tonight.

Anna Lee