Category: Announcement

Midday Friday

Austin Rose is home, but not able to go to school due to side-effects of his treatment.  Pray for his family to keep their strong faith and to be faithful in their witness while traveling on a difficult journey.

 

Wow!  God is blessing the “Lucy” Bible study.  We had great participation and some soul searching among the 19 people present today.  We are looking forward to our fourth study next week.  Some have decided to eat at the City Cafe after our study.  Men and women are encouraged to join us at 11:00 Friday for lesson four, “Legalism”.

 

There was a fire at the Purina mill at Arcola this morning.  Thankfully, everyone who works there and those who came to fight the fire are all okay.

 

Thomas Jerome Stowe, Sr. (June 12, 1952 – September 12, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, died at 12:37 PM on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at his residence. He was born June 12, 1952 in Rayville and was 61 years of age. Survived by 2 sons, T.J. Stowe, Jr and wife, Aimee, Ponchatoula and Michael Joseph Stowe, Amite; 2 grandchildren, Gage and Piper Stowe; 2 brothers, Alfred Thompson Stowe, Jr., Walker and Bubba Rouse, Schriever; uncle and aunt, Ray and Linda Johnson, both of Baker; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Johnnie Johnson Stowe Rouse and Carl Wesley Rouse. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements.

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~

 

Don’t forget to bring clothing and household items for the family that was burned out last week.  Leave at the office door of FBC,K.

 

Don’t forget to bring jackets to be given to Re-Store in Amite.  It’s never too late to bring school uniforms and children’s shoes.  You can leave these at the main or office door of FBC,K.

 

Jadon’s Story Blog – http://jadonsisstory.blogspot.com/

 

Missions – “Kids on Missions Pray” – http://kidsonmission.org/prayer/

 

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “A Father to Follow” – http://odb.org/

 

Hymn of the Day – “Take the Name of Jesus with You” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/p/r/precious.htm

We know that Jesus goes with us each step of each day.  Let’s let others know that by where we go, what we say, and what we do.  It may the the hope someone is searching for.

 

Yesterday, for the second time, I was asked if men could attend the “Lucy” Bible Study.  I don’t have a problem with that.  We will meet at 10:00 this morning in the fellowship hall of FBC,K.

 

Be aware of God’s plans for you today.  Don’t miss any opportunity!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Wednesday Afternoon

I’m so glad I’m a senior adult and got to go to the Senior Adult Revival this week.  We were in Grangeville this morning.  That beautiful little church was backed with men standing across the back.  Once again, we had a glorious time of worship.  We were led by a talented local group, Andy Taylor, and Jacob Williams.  I’m already looking forward to next year.  I hope you will plan to attend if you missed the services today.

Lillian Russell learned she had a pre-cancerous growth that was found in time because of the procedure she had done this week.  Let’s thank God for her good report and for all the preventive health services we have available to us now.

I was asked to announce that the annual Fall Fest at Osyka will be October 5th and 6th.  On Sunday, October 6th, there will be local gospel entertainment from 1:00 – 5:00 P.M.

 

Tuesday Afternoon

From your computer you can surely see my smile because of attending the Senior Adult Revival in Roseland this morning.  How wonderful it was to be with other Christians to worship God!  It is wonderful to have so many Christian friends together in one building.  I am looking forward to the service at Grangeville tomorrow.

From Charlene Blades

The Needham family (J.B., Roseanne, Jed and Jaycee Dell) are doing great. Jaycee Dell is gaining weight and keeping everyone on their toes.
They even made it to early service church on Sunday.
Roseanne is going to have a hernia repair surgery next Monday (outpatient) Keep her and her doctor in your prayers.
We are so thankful for our amazing family and friends. And our heavenly father who has blessed our family.
THANK YOU everyone for your prayers!

Mary K Womack
(April 29, 1935 – September 9, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, she passed at 3:05 PM on Monday, September 9, 2013. She was at home with her family. She was born April 29, 1935 in Lawrence County, MS and was 78 years of age. Survived by daughter, Diane Seal, Denham Springs; 2 sons, William “Billy” Womack and Mark Womack, both of Kentwood; 4 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; and 1 brother, Hubert Boyd. Preceded in death by husband, Luther Womack; parents, George Clifton Boyd and Lesta Coleta Greer White; and 2 great grandchildren. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9:00 AM until religious services at 11:00 AM Wednesday, September 11, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Joey Miller. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood

Tuesday

Finally, brethren, pray for us,

that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified,

just as it is with you.”

~2 Thessalonians 3:1~

 

Yesterday, the stent went well for Mr. Pat Hoosier to open a blocked duct.  Cancer was found in the pancreas.  This allows the doctors to pay attention to an area that had been undetected up to this point.  The girls are now asking for prayer for their mother who will see a doctor about scheduling surgery on her hands.  She put their daddy first, but now it is time for her to get some needed attention.

Yesterday morning, the senior adult revival at Line Creek Baptist Church was wonderful.   Music, preaching, fellowship, and food – what a great way for Christians from all over Two Rivers Association to gather together!  Tomorrow, the revival will be at Roseland.

Another association meeting was held at 1:00 Monday afternoon at  East Fork.  The WMU heard from Kay Bennett who works on our behalf in New Orleans.  Her ministry has taken on a lot of new responsibility working to help stop human trafficking.  We learned so much!  Our hearts were touched by the stories she told of people who had been helped.

Missions – Don’t forget to collect usable children’s shoes, school uniforms, jackets, and blankets for those who might need them.  Place your donations inside the main or office entrances to FBC,K.  I will make another delivery to Re-Store soon.

The Fall Food  Round-Up for the La. Baptist Children’s Home is Monday, the 16th.  Call the church if you need to know what items they need the most.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “All Through This Hour” –  http://odb.org/

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

 

Hymn of the Day – “Shall We Gather at the River?” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/w/swgatriv.htm

Pray for families that are:

  1. Not headed for heaven; Don’t have Jesus in their hearts
  2. Dealing with the death of loved ones

I’ll post an obituary for Mrs. Mary Womack this afternoon if one is available.

Anna Lee

 

Sunday

  “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked;

for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.

 For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption,

but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life.”

~Galatians 6:7-8~

 

Austin Rose (from his mother, Lisa)

Had a successful week of chemo and we get to go home tomorrow (Sunday) This was his last regular round!! We come back in two weeks for the first maintenance treatment. It’s hard to believe but he is so close to done.
Side effect of these particular drugs is a sunburn like affect on the palms of the hands and bottoms of the feet. Luckily not quite as painful as last time. Ice packs help and it will all be a memory soon enough. — with Austin Rose.

Two young boy, Connor and Eli, are home for a change.  Lara is still in Children’s Hospital in New Orleans, but receiving good reposts.  I’m so thankful to post good reports on all of these young people.

TeamKid will begin tonight at FBC,Kentwood.  This will replace AWANA, but is very similar.  Bring your children ages 4 – 5th grade out at 5:30.  There will be a place for every member of the family, so bring the whole family.

The Beth Moore study of Deuteronomy will begin Monday, the 16th at 6:30 P.M. in the fellowship hall.

The Senior Adult Revival will be Monday – Wednesday.  The first day, we will meet at Line Creek.  Lunch will be provided each day.

The associational WMU meeting will follow the revival tomorrow.  It will be at East Fork at 1:00.  I hope many of you will be up to making both of these important events tomorrow.

You have one more week to get food to your local Baptist church in our area for the Fall Food Round-Up for the La. Baptist Children’s Home.  Remember the 16th.  I previously posted a list of their needs, so look back on The Prayer Link to see what they need the most.

Remember, to continue to bring children’s shoes and school uniforms to the church.  I will organize your deliveries and take them to Re-Store which in located between Cooper’s Bakery and Boston Restaurant in Amite.  We will be collecting blankets and jackets next, if you would like to get an early start on sorting through things at home.

If you would like to being anything for the family that had a fire and lost everything last week, please refer to the list I posted earlier or a list at the church at the office entrance.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Light Up the Night” – http://odb.org/

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

 

Friday

“He said to them,

‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’”

~Matt. 4:19~

Kaye Roberts’ brother, Jimmy Alford, has completed his radiation and chemotherapy and will go for a pet scan on Monday, September 9th.  Let’s start praying now for his scan next week.

Mrs. Mary Womack is now home with hospice care.  Check on her and help her in any way you can.

Lara of Lara’s Gowns for Smiles

The MRI showed no metastatic disease or tumors. The spots that showed in her right tibia are still glowing, but the consensus is that it is marrow changes due to chemotherapy. We will continue the rest of her treatment at CHNOLA. She has three 5 day chemotherapy cycles left. We are hoping to be finished mid-late November. Bone graft surgery will not be until after Christmas so she can enjoy a cast-free holiday!! Thank you all for your prayers!

Posted by Dr. Stan Statham

In Christian love and sympathy, we want to let the BASELA family know that Dr. Mack Stewart, Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Jackson, LA in William Wallace Association has gone to be with the Lord. 
The arrangements for his funeral service are as follows:
Charlet Funeral Home
4230 High St.
Zachary, LA 70791
Saturday, September 7th
9:00 am-11:00 am Visitation
11:00 am Funeral
The burial will be at Sandy Creek Baptist Church.

Charlie Reed

  • July 30, 1923 – September 4, 2013
  • Hammond, Louisiana

Charles Dorsett “Charlie” Reed, 90 years old, died at St. Joseph Hospice, Carpenter House, Baton Rouge, on September 4, 2013. Born in Springdale, Ar, he was a Hammond resident since 2005, and was being cared for at Country Manor Nursing Home in St. Francisville until a recent illness.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Bell Bayless Reed of Hammond; two daughters, Pamela Ann Reed Shepherd of Downsville, La., and Deborah Jane Reed Teel of Humble, Tx., and a son, Charles Kent “Chuck” Reed of Hammond; a sister, Betty LouReed Smith of Weatherford, Tx., seven grandchildren and
14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Dr. Michael Dean Reed of New Orleans.

Mr. Reed was a B-24 Liberator bomber pilot in the Army Air Corps during WWII, flying 33 combat missions in the South Pacific theatre, for which he was awarded two Bronze Stars and the Air Medal during the New Guinea and Bismarck-Archipelago Campaigns. His professional career was with J.C. Penny Co. as an assistant manager before the war, and returned as a store manager in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas and Louisiana. He was a member of the Masons and the Eastern Star, an Ordained Deacon of the Baptist organization, and a member of Woodland Park Baptist Church in Hammond. in 1995, at the age of 72, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond as the oldest graduate in SLU history.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond on Saturday, September 7th from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Joseph Hospice, Carpenter House, in Baton Rouge, or the Louisiana American Red Cross. The family also wishes to thank the many friends, doctors and nurses who cared for him during his final illness, and their many prayers are most appreciated.

Senior Adult Revival

Two Rivers Baptist Association’s Senior Adult Revival is September 9-11. 

Monday, Sept. 9th- Line Creek Baptist Church
Rev. Tommy Smith

Tuesday, Sept. 10th- FBC Roseland
Rev. Leroy McElveen

Wednesday, Sept. 11th- Grangeville Baptist Church
Rev. Jacob Williams

Special Music: Amite River Revival Gospel Singers

The daily schedule is: 9:00 am Fellowship
9:30 am Choir Practice
10:00 am Worship
Lunch to follow

There was a serious traffic accident at the Hwy. 38 end of Bethel Road this afternoon.  Thankfully, the electrical pole was hurt more than any of the people involved.  I thank God the three young ladies were safe in what could have been a much more serious accident.  I also thank God for the professionals who rush to accidents, health problems, etc. to help as needed.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Longing to Grow” –  http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “Since Jesus Came into My Heart” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/i/sincejes.htm

I hope this hymn, “Since Jesus Came into My Heart” is played over and over in your brain today.  How blessed we are if we can honestly sing about Jesus living in our hearts.

Anna Lee

Thursday

     “….so that we can be mirrors that brightly reflect the glory of the Lord.

And as the Spirit of the Lord works within us,

we become more and more like him and reflect his glory even more.”

~2 Corinthians 3:18~

 

Continue to pray for Glenda and Tyrone Harrell and Danny and Kim Hayden.

Mrs. Ruby Ziggler will be moving to a rehab near the hospital in McComb.  Pray for her as she adjusts to all the PT she will be going through.

Mrs. Mary Womack is in North Oaks.  She would appreciate calls, cards, and visits.

Debi Bales’ mother, “Miss” Lucy, is now in Landmark Nursing Home in Hammond.  Pray for her adjustment there.

Carol Russell‘s tests have good results so far.  She will get the last report in a week.  Keep praying.

Mrs. Wilene Howell is better and back at home.  Thank you for praying for her.

Mansell Stinson continues to improve, but his health still is not 100%.

Pray for David Bales.  He has been diagnosed with a melanoma and is undergoing lymph node mapping.

Pat Hoosier was checked out at the ER last night.  All seems okay.  He will follow up with his oncologist today.

Please check Facebook to know how to best pray for Eli and Connor.

Prayers for Eli

The Adventures of Connor Man

Lara of Lara’s Gowns for Smiles

New on Lara’s test!!! Awesome news from her mom:
Bone Scan and CT scan are negative. This means that there are no seen cancer cells in the bone or lungs. We are still awaiting the results of the MRI which would show us if there is anything in her soft tissue

Continue to pray for the extended families of Gage Allen and Jennifer Pittman.  Prayers for the children in these families will be greatly appreciated.

A Missions Update from the IMB – The Crisis is Syria

https://my.newsletter4fun.com/index.cfm/fa/mailings.publicviewer&R=6602JA46408E5276A4A0A0441&M=5702JA44408E6876A4A090441

 

Devotional – Our Daily Bread –  “Almost Content” –  http://odb.org/

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Make plans now to be at the fellowship hall at FBC, Kentwood Friday to laugh and study the Bible with “Lucy”.  The topic of the day is worrying.  See you at 10:00 Friday.

Hymn of the Day – “Love is the Theme” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/t/lthethem.htm

TeamKid will begin Sunday evening for children 4 years old through the 5th grade.  Be at the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood at 5:30.

The associational Senior Adult Revival will be Monday through Wednesday of next week.  Monday – Line Creek; Tuesday – Roseland; Wednesday – Montpelier.

Monday, there will be an association meeting for women at EFBC at 1:00.  Everyone should have time to get there after the revival service at LCBC.

Beginning Monday, September 16, there will be a Beth More study of Deuteronomy at 6:30 in the fellowship hall of FBC, K.  This study will be led by Brandy Wilson and Majel Dean.

At 8:00 on the 16th the truck will be at FBC, Kentwood for the Fall Food Round-Up for the La. Baptist Children’s Home in Monroe.

The Georgia Barnette Missions Offering for Louisiana Missions will have its annual Week of Prayer Sept. 15 – 22.

The new schedule for adults on Sunday nights at FBC,K will begin at 6:00 in the sanctuary.

Thank-you for praying for the needs listed here and for those you know of that are not listed.  Please feel free to send me your requests.  Your prayers mean so much to many people.

Anna Lee

Wednesday Midday

Patrick Hoosier is not having a good day.  Please pray for him and for his family.

 

The singing Friday night is not at Line Creek.  I’m not sure where it will be.

 

Jennifer Jones Pittman
(August 21, 1971 – September 3, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, died at 6:39 PM on Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at her residence. She was born August 21, 1972 in Hammond and was 41 years of age. She worked as a register nurse for Ultra, Delta and Omni Home Health for many years but her biggest glory was being a momma to her two boys. Survived by husband, Rodney Clark Pittman; 2 sons, Rangle Coy Pittman and Roper Cale Pittman; parents, C.A. and Shelia Pittman; 1 sister, Stephanie Jones Coon and husband, Dale; niece and nephew, Justin Coon and Ashley Robertson and husband, Shay; great nieces, Alleigh and Alyvia. Preceded in death by father in law, Chuck Pittman and nephew, Christopher Dale Coon. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 9:00 AM until religious services at 1:00 PM Thursday, September 5, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Justin Wascom and Rev. Rick LeDoux. Interment Spring Creek Cemetery, Spring Creek, LA .McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of the arrangements.

 Gage Allen

(February 25, 1997 – September 2, 2013)

I give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; wonderful are Your works, and my soul knows it. Psalms 139:14

Gage Harrison Allen, 16, of Summit, MS, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, September 2, 2013.

Gage, was born February 25, 1997. Loving son of Jason Earl Allen and Heather Smith Phillips, stepson of Michelle Allen and Russell Phillips.

Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at New Heights Baptist church and will continue Thursday from 9:00 until funeral service at 11:00 AM at the church. Rev. Rick Kennedy will officiate. Burial will be in New Zion Cemetery in Kentwood, LA

Gage is preceded in death by his grandfather, Billy Smith.

He is survived by brothers, Blayde Reuben Allen and Parker Lane Miller, and stepbrother and sister, Jacob and Emily Schoeby, all whom loved him dearly. Gage leaves behind his grandparents, Joseph Allen and wife Annie, Alma Dripps and husband, Jason, Lugene Newman and husband, Billy, Danny Tucker Pittman, and Marlene and Danny Phillips. He is also survived by great grandmother Barbara Garrene and great great grandmother, Inez Anderson. Also mourning Gage’s loss are aunts, Angie Duck and Tabitha Pittman and uncles Royce Allen, Bobby Smith, and Randall Newman. The cousins that adored Gage Boy are too many to name.

Gage was a compassionate young man who was a loving companion to his great Grandmother, Ruby Smith. Gage attended New Heights Baptist Church, was a Junior at North Pike High School, and loved skateboarding and camping.

Pallbearers will be Blayde Allen, Braden Duck, Brett Bates, Taylor Counce, Randall Newman, Tristan Cothern, Jacob Schobey, Kadin Woodall, Johnathon Allen and Kole Brown.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Gage Allen Scholarship Fund at Regions Bank. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. John 10:28

 

Please pray for all these families.  There seems to be lots of hurting and sadness in our area today.