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Thursday

“Give us today our daily bread.”

~Matthew 6:11 NIV~

Sheriff hosts blood drive for Jon-Michael Williams

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office will be holding a blood drive for Jon Michael Williams and his mother on June 28, 2011.

Jon Michael was critically injured in a head on collision on November 22, 2010, in Amite, LA. Jon Michael is continuing to recover and needs our support.

To donate blood, please email panepintod@tpso.org to schedule a time that will work best for you.

The drive will be held on JUNE 28, 2011, from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm here at the Hammond Sub-Station.

Appointments can be made every 15 minutes.

Please share this message with your friends and family!

Action News 17

CaringBridge: Logan Watts

Please pray for this young man and his family.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/loganwatts/journal

Continue to pray for Eddie Muse and his family as they care for him in Kentwood.

Tom Brister sees his surgeon today and gets the date of his heart surgery. Pray for him and his family as they go through this time.

Mrs. Mary Womack has her surgery scheduled for Monday morning at St. Tammany. Please pray for her.

Mr. Frankie Gehringer‘s knee is continuing to improve. Thank God for the progress he has made.

Continue to pray for Mrs. Shirley Frazier as she deals with her back problems.

Pray for Rene Deck as she has a pain management appointment scheduled for today.

Pray for Edith Williams, a new resident of Kentwood, as she is also have back problems at this time.

Pray for our area of the state. We have flooding and a drought at the same time. Pray for those whose lives are so affected by these conditions.

Pray for Betty Allen. She’s at Kentwood Manor where she has resided for a number of recent years. Pray for her family.

Continue to remember Henry McKenzie in your prayers. He has another appointment tomorrow.

You will find some interesting articles at Baptist Press BPNews.net) and at Baptist Message (http://www.baptistmessage.com/).

Have a terrific Thursday!

Anna Lee

Saturday

Please continue to pray for Ora Lee Wilson and Shirley Frazier as they try to feel better.

CaringBridge: Logan Watts (2 new journal entries)

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/loganwatts

THE VALUE OF SERMONS

The following story has been around for quite a while, but continues to make a good point. It is supposed to have begun with a letter to the editor of “The British Weekly.”

“Dear Sir:

I notice that ministers seem to set a great deal of importance on their sermons and spend a great deal of time in preparing them. I have been attending services quite regularly for the past thirty years and during that time, if I estimate correctly, I have listened to no less than 3,000 sermons, but, to my consternation, I discover I cannot remember a single one of them. I wonder if a minister’s time might be more profitably spent on something else? Sincerely….”

That letter triggered an avalanche of angry responses for weeks. Sermons were castigated and defended, but eventually a single letter closed the debate:

“Dear Sir:

I have been married for 30 years, during that time I have eaten 32,580 meals — mostly of my wife’s cooking. Suddenly, I have discovered that I cannot remember the menu of a single meal. And yet, I have received nourishment from every single one of them. I have the distinct impression that without them, I would have starved to death long ago. Sincerely….”

There is a great deal of wisdom in that letter. I have heard countless sermons over my lifetime — many were memorable, many more were not. The truth is, I can’t even remember everything that I have preached (that’s why God created databases)! But I know that many of the sermons which I heard have made an impact in my life, and I pray that the sermons I deliver do the same for others.

“And my speech and my preaching

were not with persuasive words of human wisdom,

but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power,

that your faith should not be in the wisdom of men

but in the power of God.”

~1 Cor. 2:4-5~

Have a great day!

Alan Smith
Helen Street Church of Christ
Fayetteville, North Carolina

Baptist Press Stories for May. 27 2011

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MEMORIAL DAY: ‘Band of brothers’ gathers at Arlington http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35404

MEMORIAL DAY: Flag film comes to TV http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35405

Porn’s destruction is infiltrating the church http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35406

FIRST-PERSON (Russell D. Moore): Dealing with porn addiction, biblically

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35407

FIRST PERSON (Donna Rice Hughes): Porn — in your public library? http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35408

NAMB offers $15M for church plant loans http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35409

Ivory Coast refugees finally get water http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35410

They followed Harold Camping <br>when he was mainstream http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35411

NEWS BRIEFS: Warren, Piper talk doctrine http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35412

‘Webcam’ abortions? 4 states ban them http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35413

BIBLE STORYING, Article 9: Telling the story http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35414

FIRST-PERSON: Gay diversity lessons, for 4th graders http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35415

EDITORIAL: Las HerejÌas de Harold Camping http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35416

Be a blessing to someone today! Get prepared for the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Friday

“But know that the Lord has set apart for Himself him who is godly;

the Lord will hear when I call to Him.”

~Psalm 4:3~

There was a tornado near Bush. I don’t know how much damage it caused, but pray for those affected here and in other states.

Tornado Response in Missouri

Samaritan’s Purse is helping victims of the devastating twister that hit Joplin on Sunday. Go to the following web page for more information and to learn how you can help.

http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/articles/responding_in_missouri

CaringBridge: Logan Watts (3 updates)

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/loganwatts

Mr. Wenous Goings passed away last night. I always enjoyed being around him. He has been missed for the last few months and will continue to be missed in a greater way.

Baptist Press Stories for May. 26 2011

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Joplin devastation leaves them ‘stunned,’ ‘speechless’

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35393

Tuscaloosa pastors ëstanding in the gapí

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35397

Spared from twister, church spares no effort

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35396

Among Israeli Jews, 20,000 embrace Christ

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35389

American Idol winner is a Southern Baptist

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35395

House OKs ban on abortion training funds

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35394

MBTS grads urged toward Kingdom building

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35392

TRUSTEES: God is blessing GGBTS, Iorg says

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35391

WORLDVIEW: Christians, holding their breath in Egypt

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35390

THESE AREN’T MY BOOTS

It was the usual muddy day in the country. The first grade teacher, Miss Brown, had just finished putting the 36th boot on the 18th pair of little feet and was anxious to finish the last pair so she could go to lunch.

The last pair of boots was for little Johnny Smith, a quiet boy. Miss Brown had a very difficult time getting his boots on as they were a bit too small for his growing feet, but she finally won the battle.

To her dismay, little Johnny looked blandly up into her face and announced, “Teacher, these boots aren’t mine.” In a hurry, but wanting to be kind, Miss Brown groaned, but with grim gentleness removed the boots and straightened her aching back.

Whereupon Johnny continued, “They’re my little brother’s, but Mommy said I could wear them to school today.”

I feel like little Johnny because I, too, can say, “These aren’t my boots. These aren’t my clothes. This isn’t my house. This isn’t my car.” As a child of God, I recognize that everything in my possession belongs to Him, and He has merely allowed me to use them for a while.

“For every beast of the forest is Mine, and the cattle on a thousand hills.” (Psa. 50:10)

The word the Bible often uses to describe this relationship is the word “steward.” In the first century, a steward was a servant who was left in charge of the household. Everything in the house was his to use, but he was also held responsible and had to give an account for what had been done with it.

It makes a tremendous difference in my perspective to realize that all I have belongs to God. He has merely given me these things to use for a while (and then I have to give an account). Listen to these words by William How which we often sing:

“We give Thee but Thine own,
Whate’er the gift may be:
All that we have is Thine alone,
A trust, O Lord, from Thee.”

“But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to offer so willingly as this? For all things come from You, and of Your own we have given You.” (I Chron. 29:14-15)

Have a great day!

Alan Smith
Helen Street Church of Christ
Fayetteville, North Carolina

We got nore rain last night! What a blessing!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food.

If one of you says to him,

Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,’

but does nothing about his physical needs,

what good is it?”

~James 2:15-16 (NIV)~

We have another child to pray for. Logan Watts, 6, fell from a swing while at a camp in Mississippi Saturday. You will want to read his story and the updates posted by his family so you can pray for him, his family, and his friends.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/loganwatts

From Lisa Westmoreland

I am asking everyone to pray for my uncle Danny Ray Horne,He is having triple bypass surgery on thursday,Thanks in advance.

Helen Naquin Akins

Mrs. Helen Naquin Akins a loving mother, wife, grandmother, sister, friend and a wonderful lady was born October 14, 1946 and passed away at 4:08 p.m., Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond, surrounded by her loving family. She was 64, a native of Jefferson Parish and resident of Greensburg. Mrs. Helen was a lifelong, avid, diehard LSU and Saints fan, loved gardening, teddy bears and loved to decorate for all holidays.

She is survived by a loving daughter, Shelia Prescott; a loving son, Wayne Akins; 4 grandchildren, Mark Prescott, Jr. and fiancé Candice Roberts, Kristen Akins, Johnathan Ferguson & Christina Tingle; 2 sisters, Hazel Rodrigue & Gloria Villar; 3 brothers, Alvin Naquin, Sr., Leroy Naquin & Harris Naquin, Sr.; best friend, Joyce Naquin; godchild, Wendi Clay; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Leonise Naquin; husband, James L. Akins; son, Randy James Akins; 2 sisters, Enola McNeely and Izola Leonard; 4 brothers, Nolton, Aron, Lawrence, Jr. and Jerry Naquin; and her beloved dog, Rex Ochoa Akins.

Visitation at McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, on Friday, May 27, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. until Celebration of Life Services at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home Chapel with Deacon Mike Agnello officiating. Interment in Greensburg Cemetery at a later date.

Family request memorial donations be made to the Helen N. Akins Memorial Fund, % McKneely& Vaughn Funeral Home, 60100 Westway Drive, Amite, LA 70422

Honorary Pallbearers will be Mark Prescott, Sr., Mark Prescott, Jr., Johnathan Ferguson , Jim Tingle, Red Skelton, Bubbie St. Alexander, Harris Naquin, Sr., Harris Naquin, Jr., Alvin Naquin, Sr. &, Leslie “Henry” Day.

Family would like to thank the Doctors and Staff of North Oaks Medical Center for their exceptional care and heartfelt generosity to the Akins family.

Baptist Press: Joplin just “helping people like Jesus would”

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35380

Heart to Heart with Holley: If I could whisper to your heart today…

This is what I’d say–

You’re loved more than you know, more than you see, more than you’ve even dared to dream.

{Psalm 103:11}

No matter how it may feel, you’ve got a purpose and God’s got a plan.

{Jeremiah 29:11}

We only get one YOU and what you have to offer the world is good.

{Genesis 1:31}

Whatever has happened this week, it’s going to be okay and you are too. Promise.

{Romans 8:28}

Then I’d buy you a cup of coffee or tea or a hot fudge sundae with extra cherries on top and listen hard to what your heart has to share back.

And what would you say?

Have a terrific Thursday!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly

to these commands I am giving you today.

Repeat them again and again to your children.

Talk about them when you are at home

and when you are away on a journey,

when you are lying down

and when you are getting up again.”

~Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (NLT)~

From Debbie Crawford

Bryan McCraw is the brother-in-law of my friend and neighbor Lisa McCraw. He had a major heart attack and is in the hospital in Hattiesburg not doing good. She asked that we add him to our prayer list. I know that many prayer warriors read this and so I’m asking you to pray for this gentleman. Thank you

Betty Simpson shared that Bobby Simpson got a good five year report. Thank God for this blessing in their lives.

Jadon’s Story

Making progress

Posted: 22 May 2011 06:23 PM PDT

I’m still doing ok. I had a bad morning this morning having 50 spasms
when I woke up but things slowed down after that. I’m officially
moving around on my belly. It takes all my strength and I can’t go
very far but I’m moving forward. Yay!!! We are so excited with my
progress I’m making. I’m able to go anywear I want in a room. I scoot
in the sitting position or I lay down and sit back up until I reach
where I’m trying to go. Im basically a wiggle worm. I dont like
sitting still anymore 🙂 My mommy has been taking me swimming in the
afternoons. I love it. I kick my legs and splash. I become very vocal
in the water for some reason. Mommy said swimming is going to be great
therapy for me this summer. I have a neurologist appointment Tuesday.
We are going to decide if I’m going to do the 5 day IV steriods.
Please keep my doctors and family in your prayers as we have to make
yet another difficult decision. I’ll update everyone Tuesday night.
Thanks for your prayers!!!

The tornado that hit Joplin, Missouri gives up plenty of opportunities – disaster relief, giving money, praying, etc. Do what God leads you to do in this situation.

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35360

With the school year coming to an end, please remember all the students who will have free time. Pray it will be a productive summer for them. Pray many of the students will have opportunities to attend VBS, summer camps, etc. Pray for teachers to have time to recharge for the coming year.

“At the name of Jesus every knee should bow…” Philippians 2.10

Mike Benson, Editor

MUCH HAS BEEN written about the alleged time and day for the end of the world…

The media has used it to make fun of “Christianity.” Some no doubt will say that because the Judgment day did not come that it will never happen! But a sobering thought crossed my mind last Saturday night. What if Mr. Camping had been right? What if the world had ended? What if the Judgment Day had occurred?

There would be no more chances for me to tell my wife and children how much I love them or how much they mean to my life.

There would be no more chances for me to say I’m sorry to someone I might have offended.

There would be no more chances for me to preach messages that so badly need to be heard.

There would be no more chances for me to make sure my life is right with God.

There would be no more chances for me to spend time with friends and loved ones.

There would be no more chances for me to tell friends how special they are to me.

There would be no more chances for me to express gratitude to someone who has been kind to me.

There would be no more chances for me to mend broken relationships.

There would be no more chances for me to repent of sins in my life.

There would be no more chances for me to study the Word of God.

There would be no more chances for me to pray for others.

The fact is Mr. Camping was wrong, but it is still true that “the Day of the Lord will come…” (2 Peter 3:9-10). It is still true that we will all “stand before the judgment seat of God.” (Romans 14:10) It is still true that “each one of us will give an account of himself before God.” (Romans 14:12) The question is as valid as ever, “Are you ready for the Judgment Day?”

There is still time. Do something you need to do today. Don’t delay. Remember these words of our Savior, “We must work the works of Him who sent Me as long as it is day; night is coming when no one can work.” (John 9:4)

Dear Father, thank you so much for allowing us more opportunities to do something we need to do now. Help us to quit putting off important tasks that need to be accomplished and important words that need to be said. Help us dear God, to live every day for You. In the Name of our wonderful Savior we pray, Amen. Jeff Jenkins, http://thejenkinsinstitute.com/2011/05/what-if-mr-camping-had-been-right/

“The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up.” 2 Peter 3.9-10

I hope you are having a good week. Share some of your time with someone near and dear to you heart today.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“It is in Christ that we find out who we are

and what we are living for …

part of the overall purpose he is working out

in everything and everyone.”

~Ephesians 1:11 (MSG)~

Stacey and Pat Scarle (siblings)

Well today is radiation # 19, only 9 more to go. Hopefully they won’t make her go to 30 which would add 2 more sessions. She was better yesterday than earlier in the week. The fatigue is really getting to her and she is beginning to burn. She has been doing pretty good considering what she has been through. She is sick and tired of being sick and tired. She doesn’t feel like doing anything not even watching TV. She has trouble eating but uses supplements as per the Dr. Not the same as a real meal for me but at least its something. Please keep her in your prayers and add Pat as he has vocal cord surgery again on the 25th. Love to you all.

Joanie Scarle

CaringBridge: Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner

Annie Mae Bridges Breeland
(May 10, 1925 – May 20, 2011)

A resident of Pine Grove, she died on Friday, May 20, 2011 at her home. She was born May 10, 1925 in Tangipahoa and was 86 years of age. Visitation at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Pine Grove, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Monday and from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 24, 2011. Services conducted by Rev. Charles Ray. Interment Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pine Grove. She is survived by her daughter, Gloria McDaniel and her husband, Phillip, Pine Grove; son, Henry “Shot” Breeland, Jr. and his wife, Anna, Clinton; sister, Oma Lee Zachary and her husband, Lester, Hillsdale; 5 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry E. Breeland, Sr.; parents, William Lee Bridges and Veda Odessa Wall Bridges; brother, Clyde Bridges; 2 sisters, Nina Martin and V. O. Story; granddaughter, Charla Breeland.

Baptist Press Stories for May. 20 2011

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IMB, NAMB to cross ‘artificial boundaries’ in reaching cities http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35348

Despite May 21 prediction, no one knows ‘the day or hour,’ scholars say http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35349

DR chaplains’ priority: listen & share Gospel

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35350

Grant Ethridge to be Pastors’ Conf. nominee

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35351

SPORTS: Durant matures in his faith, game

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35352

NEWS BRIEFS: Ky. OKs full-scale Noah’s Ark

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35353

LIFE DIGEST: States continue targeting abortion clinics, funds http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35354

BIBLE STORYING, Article 8: Bringing closure to a Bible Storying opportunity http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35355

FIRST-PERSON: The false teaching of Harold Camping

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35356

FIRST-PERSON: The May 21 phenomenon & a lesson for all Christians http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35357

FIRST-PERSON: Why do people cheat? It’s quite simple

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35358

Have a great preparation day for the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Friday

“In the same way that you gave me a mission in the world,

I give them a mission in the world.”

~John 17:18 (MSG)~

Karen Miller’s mother had surgery Monday. All went well, so she was scheduled to return to her home Thursday.

Robbie Lynn Callihan was hospitalized while my computer was not working. Thankfully, she is home now.

Elizabeth Carol New is doing well following eye surgery yesterday. Keep her in your prayers for a few days.

David’s brother, Jimmy Alford, also had eye surgery this week. This was his second eye to have a cataract removed. He also did well and is expected to be fine soon.

Dr. Council’s 96 year old sister tripped and broke her pelvis. This will slow her down for a while. It also caused her to have to postpone a trip to Louisiana from Florida. Pray for a full recovery for her.

My momma, Dot Smith, broke a blood vessel in her hand that caused a large goose egg yesterday while weeding flowers. She had to make a trip to Hammond to get her hand checked last night. The doctor said her hard should be much better today. Please say a prayer for her this morning.

I’ve passed the five month anniversary of my shoulder injury and have regained most of the usage of my arm. Pray with me that I will soon regain full range of motion. From the beginning, the doctor told me six months, but I had hoped he was wrong. I suppose he knows more about broken bones than I do!

Baptist Press Stories for May. 19 2011

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Rio school shootings spark Baptists’ prayer & outreach http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35334

‘Gender identity’ repeal bill goes to Tenn. gov.; SBC leaders urge him to sign http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35341

Couple leaves stewardship legacy

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35335

Girl’s bake sale yields $3,000 for Haiti

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35336

Embrace Christ, not culture, girls urged

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35339

NEWS BRIEFS: Circumcision ban to be on San Francisco ballot http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35340

SBC DIGEST: DR presents annual awards; Ergun Caner moving to Texas college

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35338

FIRST-PERSON: Marriage is worth protecting http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35337
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THE WISDOM OF FATHERS

Dads, give yourself a point for every one of these you’ve actually said to your kids:

Don’t ask me, ask your mother. Close the door — were you raised in a barn? You didn’t beat me — I let you win. Big boys don’t cry. Don’t worry, it’s only blood. Now you listen to ME, Buster! I’ll play catch after I read the paper. Coffee will stunt your growth. A little dirt never hurt anyone, just wipe it off. Get your elbows off the table. I told you, keep your eye on the ball. Who said life was supposed to be fair? Always say please and thank you — that way, you get more. If you forget, you’ll be grounded till the end of the world. You call that a haircut? “Hey” is for horses. This will hurt me a lot more than it hurts you. Turn off those lights — do you think I’m made of money? Don’t give me any of your lip, young lady. You call that noise “music”? We’re not lost — I’m just not sure where we are. No, we’re not there yet. Shake it off, it’s only pain. When I was your age, I treated MY father with respect. As long as you live under my roof, you’ll live by my rules. I’ll tell you why — because I said so, that’s why! Do what I say, not what I do. Sit up straight! So you think you’re smart , do you? What’s so funny? Wipe that smile off your face. If I’ve told you once, I’ve told you a thousand times. C’mon, you throw like a girl. You want something to do? I’ll give you something to do. This is your last warning! What are your intentions with my daughter? I’d better get a good report, or you better head to Mexico. I’m not sleeping, I was watching that channel. What keeps those jeans of yours from falling off? I’m not just talking to hear my own voice! Don’t believe everything you hear. What do you think I am, a bank? What part of NO don’t you understand? I don’t care what other fathers are doing — I’m not everybody else’s father! You’re not leaving my house dressed like that! Hey, did you hear me talking to you? Don’t use that tone with me! Am I talking to a brick wall? If I catch you doing that one more time, I’ll…. Act your age. Wipe your feet! Don’t make me stop the car! What did I just get finished telling you?

Some of the things we fathers say are downright embarrassing when we think about it. But, in our finer moments, it is our intention to give advice that will shape our children into the people God wants them to be. Though our children don’t believe we can relate to anything that goes on in their lives, we can. With what we have learned over the years by listening to others and the experience of making wrong decisions, we want to share with our children a wisdom that will keep them on the right path.

“Hear, my children, the instruction of a father, and give attention to know understanding; For I give you good doctrine: Do not forsake my law. When I was my father’s son, tender and the only one in the sight of my mother, he also taught me, and said to me: ‘Let your heart retain my words; Keep my commands, and live. Get wisdom! Get understanding! Do not forget, nor turn away from the words of my mouth.'” (Prov. 4:1-5)

Have a great day!

Alan Smith
Helen Street Church of Christ
Fayetteville, North Carolina

Have a fantastic Friday!

Anna Lee

Friday

“Declare His glory among the nations,

His wonders among all people.”

~1 Chronicles 16:24~

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell may have a heart procedure today. Please be in prayer for her, her family, and the doctors.

Dell Phillips

Update on my mom. We saw the ortho Tuesday. Her hand does need surgery but he advised against it due to her age. He put her in a cast. If healing goes well she will only have it for about 4 weeks. She is still in alot of pain but it is getting better. Thanks to everyone for your prayers.

Charlene Blades

Africa embraced as Fuge camp’s 5-year focus

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35276

‘SBC Fuge’ opens for Phoenix June 13-15

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35277

TRUSTEES: Church planting to be focus of new NAMB mission statement

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35283

Albright, Millican join NAMB in key roles

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35284

As states debate ‘gay marriage,’ consequences of legalization become clear

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35285

SWBTS holds final graduation at TX church

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35280

Korean Council to celebrate 30th anniv.

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35279

Billy Graham in hospital with pneumonia

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35278

NEWS BRIEFS: House panel OKs ban on military ‘gay marriages’

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35282

The first article above is about Fuge camps. I’m thankful they focused on the Rome of Central and Eastern Europe for the past five years. Their financial support allowed the ministry to the Roma to reach many for the Lord during this time. What a great blessing this has been. As the focus turns to another area, may the ministry to the Roma continue to develop and multiply. May the work in southern Africa be blessed and increased in the next five years as the focus is no them.

Don’t forget to attend Mug ‘n’ Muffin at FBC, Kentwood tomorrow at 10 A.M. tomorrow. All girls and ladies, no matter your church connection, are invited to attend.

Irma Bond Bernadas
(September 22, 1920 – May 10, 2011)

A lifelong resident of Amite, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at MorningStar Assisted Living Home in Lakewood, CO. She was born September 22, 1920 in Fluker and was 90 years of age. She was a graduate of Amite High School and Northwestern University (formally Louisiana State Normal College). For many years, she was the Executive Assistant of the Superintendent of Education under J. F. Corkern, Jack Lanier, and Dewitt Sauls and was also a board member of the Tangipahoa Teachers Credit Union. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Amite. A cherished event in her life was the year she was honored and selected by the City of Amite to reign as the Pearl of the Amite Oyster Festival. She is survived by her son-in-law, Ron McCullough, Golden, CO; grandson, William Ashley McCullough, Golden, CO; brother, Dr. John Russell Bond, New Orleans; 3 nephews, Jonathan Scott Bond and Marc Elliot Bond, New Orleans, John Russell Bond, Jr. Encinitas, CA; niece, Hesterlyn Bond Nakamura, San Francisco, CA. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert L. Ashley; second husband, Hector Emile Bernadas; daughter, Mary Ashley McCullough; parents, Rufus and Molly Mae Russell Bond; brother, Charles Elliott Bond. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 1p.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2011. Services conducted by Rev. Mike Foster. Interment Amite Cemetery, Amite. In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make a memorial contribution to the First Baptist Church of Amite.

Mrs. Ierma Jean Hagen
(August 23, 1934 – May 11, 2011)

Mrs Ierma Jean Hagen was born on August 23, 1934 and passed away at 2:50 p.m., Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond. She was 76, a native of Crofton, KY and a resident of Kentwood.

Mrs. Jean is survived by her husband, Rev. Richard D. Hagen, Kentwood; 2 sons, Sidney Hagen and wife Diane, Powersville, SC and Timothy H. Hagen, Houston, TX; 5 grandchildren, Rachael Hagen, Ben Hagen, Jeremiah Hagen, Nathaniel Hagen and Ricky Hagen; sister, Maedowney Barnard and husband Herb, Florence, AL.

Preceded in death by her parents, Herman & Hazel Parker Gladdish; sister, Jacquelyn Marcum; brother, Herman Gladdish, Jr.

Arrangements will be added later.

An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.mckneelyvaughnfh.com McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, is located at I-55N & Hwy 16W next to Hood Automotive and behind Mr. Tom’ Car Wash and Holiday Inn Express.

THE VALUE OF SERMONS

The following story has been around for quite a while, but continues to make a good point. It is supposed to have begun with a letter to the editor of “The British Weekly.”

“Dear Sir:

That letter triggered an avalanche of angry responses for weeks. Sermons were castigated and defended, but eventually a single letter closed the debate:

“Dear Sir:

“And my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power, that your faith should not be in the wisdom of men but in the power of God.” (1 Cor. 2:4-5)

Have a great day!

Alan Smith
Helen Street Church of Christ
Fayetteville, North Carolina

Have a fantastic Friday as you remember to pray for these needs and for other needs that are not listed here. Thanks for praying.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“But from there you will seek the Lord your God,

and you will find Him

if you seek Him with all your heart

and with all your soul.”

~Deuteronomy 4:29~

Marty Simpson

Marty’s surgery went well. He won’t be able to use his hand for a week, except to move his fingers. We go back in a week to take the brace off. Marty has to learn to use his left hand for everything. Thanks for the prayers.
Marty & Gretchen Simpson

Mark Shaw is progressing in rehab in Hammond. Please continue to pray for him and his family.

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell is hospitalized in Covington and undergoing some tests. Mr. Phillip’s wrist is doing well. Continue to keep then in your prayers.

Add Rev. Billy Graham to your prayer list. He is hospitalized with pneumonia. Thank God for a life dedicated to serving Him around the world.

David and I saw Mrs. Kathryn Sanders at the funeral home yesterday. She is doing so well for someone her age who recently broke a him. Thank God for healing her. Thank God for her faithful caregivers.

Continue to pray for those with shingles which is known to linger for a while before fading away. Pray for these people to be comfortable in our hot, humid weather.

Don’t forget to pray foe Eddie Muse and his family as they care for him in Kentwood.

Baptist Press Stories for May. 11 2011

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‘Send Montreal’ is launched; 99% unchurched in region http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35267

IMB, NAMB presidents discuss ways to ‘penetrate lostness’ http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35268

Native people ‘speak their minds’ at summit http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35269

Navy reverses course on ‘gay marriages’

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35270

NEWS BRIEFS: Indiana 1st state to ban Planned Parenthood funding http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35271

50 years on job, she’s seen SEBTS grow

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35272

FIRST-PERSON: Presbyterians, homosexuality, & another tragedy in mainline Protestantism

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35273

FIRST-PERSON: J.Crew, pink nails & princess boys http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35274

FROM THE SEMINARIES: stories from NOBTS, SWBTS, MBTS http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=35275

The obituary below has been updated.

James Norel Martin, age 39, passed away on May 8, 2011 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN. He was born January 12, 1972 in Baton Rouge and spent his early years in Texas and Virginia. He was a resident of Mooresburg, Tennessee where he was the owner of Polymax Inc., a plastics recycling company. He attended Northern Virginia Community College and Old Dominion University. James is survived by his father, Lt. Colonel USAF Retired James Hulon Martin and wife Sky, Vienna, VA; mother, Christelle Polivka, Austin, TX; sister, Olga and husband Edward Pierce, Sterling, VA; three uncles, Royce Martin, Holden, LA, Dennis Martin and wife Pennie, Hebron, IN, and Reggie Martin and wife Cindy, Independence, LA; numerous cousins and extended family.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jesssie Lee Martin, Sr., and Juanita “Jody” Jenkins Martin.

Celebration of Life Services will be Saturday, May 21, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at McKneely and Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, LA.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The University of Tennessee Medical Center Brain and Spine Institute Gift Fund.

http://www.utmedicalcenter.org/cms/Brain+and+Spine+Institute/Make+a+Gift/297.html

Interment in Colonial Mausoleum, Independence LA.

An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.mckneelyvaughnfh.com

Pass the word about the Mug ‘n’ Muffin meeting Saturday at 10 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood. All girls and ladies are invited to come and be blessed.

“Count Your Blessings” today!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors.”

~Matthew 6:12 NIV~

Baptist Press

http://www.bpnews.net/

Pray that people along the Mississippi River will be prepared for the flooding that is approaching. Pray that people will be prepared for the second coming with is surely approaching.

Anna Lee