Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.

They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

~Lamentations 3:22-23~

Ora Lee Wilson continues to have a cough and a collapsed lung. Pray for her as she sees another doctor next week.

Mike Strickland continues to be about the same in Jackson, MS. As you pray for him, pray for Colleen as she stays by his side.

David and I saw and talked with these families Sunday and never expected the troubles on the hearts of these friends today. Please pray for them.

It may be old news to many of you, but I just learned yesterday about a house fire totally destroyed Bruce and Melissa K. Neal‘s home in Fluker. Pray for them as they begin the process of moving on to rebuilding.
This morning Will Ricks shared that Mrs. Patsy Istre of Amite passed away.

There are others who are having medical problems. Pray for those of whom you are aware.

Praying in vital, but I have always been taught to “put feet to my prayers”. Some of the ways you can do this are:

Telephone calls
Short visits
Food
Funds
Transportation
Cards
Household or yard maintainance
Encouragement though practical gifts
Being a friend!!!

Read the Bible

Genesis 19-22
Psalm 3
Matthew 5

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions

Support our missionaries who are there representing us.
Money is still being collected at FBC
100% of money given goes directly to the mission field.
Help more people have Bibles and learn about Jesus

Soft-cover/paper-bound Bibles are continuing to be collected for the prisoners at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail. The Bibles can be new or used. A plastic note is located near the front door of the church for easy drop-off. We are the main supply source for this ministry. Let’s not fail to minister to the constantly changing population there.

The next associational WMU meeting will be Monday, January 15 at East Fork Baptist Church. We will honor the memories of ladies from our churches who worked in missions in our individual churches who passed away during 2017. There will be a leadership meeting at 9:00, followed by the meeting at 10:00. We will conclude our morning with a potluck lunch. Please pass the word to other churches, so we can be an encouragement to them.

Operation Christmas Child

I am amazed and thankful for all the participation that enabled us to “FILL” 350 shoeboxes last year. I’m thankful that we were able to share with 350 children who live in some of the poorest areas of our world.
I’m already looking ahead to what we can do in 2018. I’m thinking of continuing to support this great ministry, but making a few changes in how we are going to do it this year. I’ll be letting you in on our plans in the next couple months.
Until then, I have two requests
- Save all your shoeboxes as you get new shoes.
- Begin to save your funds to pack boxes with your family.
- Pray for the children who received “shoeboxes” this year that they will learn about Jesus and accept HIm in their hearts. It is reported that one “shoebox” “opens the door” to seven people. God surely multiplies our efforts with these gifts.
- Save money to make purchases for boys and girls ages five through fourteen.
- Begin to pick up items you find in stores, especially if you find good sale prices.
- Plan to be blessed in proportion to how you bless others!

We serve a mighty God who can and will use us in so many ways if we make ourselves available!

Anna Lee

Friday

Wash and make yourselves clean.

Take your evil deeds out of my sight;

stop doing wrong.

Learn to do right;

seek justice.

Defend the oppressed.

Take up the cause of the fatherless;

plead the case of the widow.

~Isaiah 1:16-17 (NIV)~

Miss Fay Shoemaker greatly enjoyed her going away party. Pray for her as she makes final preparations for her new life. Next week, she will be making some big changes.

Gloria Gill is still having problems with A-fib. Her doctor is still considering a pacemaker, but is watching for effects of new medication. Please continue to pray.

Peter Pedeaux

Facebook post written by Kathy Pedeaux and shared by my sister and niece.

We found him this morning about 9 am. When we found him we realized he had already left this world and is now with Jesus where he is safe, warm, and full of great joy.

If you knew Peter you would know how anointed he was in the area of compassion. He would not want us to be sad, because for Peter, to be in God’s presence was his favorite place. And that is where he will be forever.

However, we will be a people with completely broken hearts for a while because of the great gift that has been lost. But we will see him again!

This is our hope and surety as those who are in Christ. Honestly, I don’t know how anyone comes through a tragedy like this without a real relationship with Jesus.

So, if you don’t know Jesus, ask him into your heart tonight and experience a joy that you have never known. He is real, and heaven is real! This would make Peter so happy.

Once again, thank you to all of our new hero’s out there, many of which we do not even know. Unbelievable. You sacrificed time, money, resources, time with your families, and allowed yourself to experience our suffering. There is no greater gift that you could give when you laid down your lives for Our Precious Peter.

Love to all. I pray that you will be blessed and that you will reap all the love that you have sown into our family.

The Friday morning Bible study will meet this morning at 10 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood. You are invited to attend. We will be physically warm and warm in heart!

Read the Bible

Genesis 15-18
Proverbs 2
Matthew 4
I realized last night that the first day we were to focus on our Creator. This plan gives you a day to focus on something in particular each week. I suppose that would also be a good way to “catch-up” on any lost readings.

If you would like to visit/attend a FBC Sunday School class, you may contact me for information about classes or you can contact the church office or check out the church web-site. We have classes for children and youth of various ages and multiple adult classes you might want to pick from. Come, visit around until you find “your spot”.

I was able to read the last chapter of Lottie Moon to my children in the missions class Wednesday night. She had an interesting life serving as a missionary in China. She left a legacy in our missionary work and was honored when the annual offering for international missions was named in her honor. The first offering was for missionaries in China only. Now, we can send many more missionaries around the world because of the Lottie Moon Offering. You can support this massive effort by giving at any Southern Baptist Church.

Stay warm. I think we will have a short break before we get another cold time. Get out while it is warmer. Stock up for the next round of cold weather. Ask about helping someone to prepare for the coming cold.

Anna Lee

Thursday

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good.

And what does the LORD require of you?

To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

~Micah 6:8 (NIV)~

There are still many people sick. Some have short-term illnesses, but some have long-term issues. I’ve listed many. Keep praying form those that you are aware of.

Today, I want to say many people have passed away recently. It is our responsibility to pray for those left behind. Many of their concerns and heartaches are just beginning. Today, let’s pray for the families and friends of those whose earthly lives have been completed. Let’s focus on doing something for those who are left to continue living. I’ll post three of the latest deaths. You can look back at past post to see other deaths. You may also know of some I posted recently. This will be the first Christmas without their loved one for some families. Other families have already had the first Christmas, but are still having a difficult time.

Beverly L. Bardwell

Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on April 18, 1955

Departed on January 1, 2018 and resided in Westfield, Indiana

Beverly L. Bardwell, age 62 went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2018 at 1:58 pm. Beverly was born on April 18, 1955 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She grew up in Greensburg, LA and lived in multiple states through her life although she considered Louisiana home and Indiana a second home. Beverly is survived by her husband of 43 years Arlon Bardwell, son Joshua Bardwell (Amanda Bardwell), daughter Megan Miller (Brendan Miller), three grandchildren Ailynn and Jace Bardwell and Cayden Miller, as well as her sister Janice Cambre (Dr. Bob Cambre) and brother Terry Sibley (Lauren Sibley). She is preceded in death by her dear mother Nell Sibley, father Columbus Sibley, brother Hugh Sibley, and sister in law Frankie Sibley. Beverly was an avid sports fan, especially of LSU athletics and she loved cooking, sharing southern hospitality, and her cats. She was especially crazy about her grandchildren. She will be remembered as a woman of great faith even in illness and suffering and as someone who loved her family and friends deeply.

A visitation will be held from 4-5 pm on Friday, January 5th at Flanner Buchanan-Carmel, with a celebration of life service following at 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

David Lynn Power, Sr.

November 23, 1947 – December 27, 2017

A resident of Greensburg passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at his home. He was born November 23, 1947 in Biloxi, MS and was 70 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Meryl Marie Power; 2 sons, David L. Power, Jr. and Matt Philip Power; grandson, David L. Power, III; 3 brothers, Tyrone Power, John Power, and Gerald Power; sister, Phyllis Fabre; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Anthony P. Power, Sr. and Lylia DeRouen Power; brother, Anthony P. “Tony” Power, Jr.; sister, Patsy Giavotella. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, 110 E. Factory St., Amite, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Vida M. Tyrney

April 26, 1943 – January 02, 2018

A resident of Kentwood passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. She was born April 26, 1943 in St. Louis, MO and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jim Tyrney; son, Jedediah D. Tyrney and wife, Kristy; 3 grandchildren, Madeline, Grace and Violet Tyrney; sister, Kathy Els and husband, Kenneth and her sister in law, Frankie Tyrney Husser. Preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Ella Bohmie and her brother, Edward Bohmie, Jr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 10 AM until religious services at 12 Noon Saturday, January 6, 2018. Interment Line Creek Cemetery, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Louisiana Baptist youth leader, NOBTS student, dies on mission field

http://baptistmessage.com/louisiana-baptist-youth-leader-nobts-student-dies-mission-field/

Read the Bible

Genesis 10-14
Proverbs 2
Matthew 4

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering poster at church now has two new “lights”. We have room for more. Another way to say that is “We can always give more for people to learn about Jesus”.

The Friday Morning Bible Study will meet tomorrow. We will be toasty warm and have coffee available. Also, the temperature will be warmer. Join us as we study God’s Word at 10:00 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood.

Thank-you for reading this post and praying. Don’t forget to pray for the Peter Pedeaux family and all those who are searching for him in the swamp near Tickfaw State Park.

Anna Lee

Thursday

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good.

And what does the LORD require of you?

To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

~Micah 6:8 (NIV)~

There are still many people sick. Some have short-term illnesses, but some have long-term issues. I’ve listed many. Keep praying form those that you are aware of.

Beverly L. Bardwell

Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on April 18, 1955

Departed on January 1, 2018 and resided in Westfield, Indiana

David Lynn Power, Sr.

November 23, 1947 – December 27, 2017

Vida M. Tyrney

April 26, 1943 – January 02, 2018

Louisiana Baptist youth leader, NOBTS student, dies on mission field

http://baptistmessage.com/louisiana-baptist-youth-leader-nobts-student-dies-mission-field/

Read the Bible

Genesis 10-14
Proverbs 2
Matthew 4

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering poster at church now has two new “lights”. We have room for more. Another way to say that is “We can always give more for people to learn about Jesus”.

Thank-you for reading this post and praying. Don’t forget to pray for the Peter Pedeaux family and all those who are searching for him in the swamp near Tickfaw State Park.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen;

it gives us assurance about things we cannot see.”

~Hebrews 11:1 NLT~

Pray for the many people sick with the stomach bug, flu, and pneumonia. Take care not to catch or spread any of these.

Dutton Wall

October 05, 1939 – December 31, 2017

Read the Bible

Genesis 10-14
Psalm 2
Matthew 3

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

“Where Your Church Is on the Congregational Life Cycle?” – Thom S. Rainer – http://http://thomrainer.com/2018/01/understanding-where-your-church-is-on-the-congregational-life-cycle/

“2018 Best Practices (#1)” – Dr. Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com/2018/01/03/2018-best-practices-1/

Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions

It’s not too late to give to the LMCO to support telling people around the world about Jesus. Some people are called to go and tell. Others are called to tell internationally though giving. How are you telling?

Once again, we have continuing cold weather. Choose one or more people to check on today.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

He who was seated on the throne said,

“I am making everything new!”

Then he said,

“Write this down,

for these words are trustworthy and true.”

~Revelation 21:5~

This Scripture should be the encouragement we need to begin the daily Bible readings for 2018.

Read the Bible – January 2

Genesis 5-9
Proverbs 1
Matthew 2

Today, let’s pray for Mike and Colleen Lambert as he is still hospitalized in Hammond. We know the power of prayer, Let’s use it to give comfort to the Strickland family during difficult days. Let’s pray for strengthening of their faith as each difficulty comes along.

Lawrence Costa Phillips

August 02, 1922 – December 28, 2017

Lawrence Costa Phillips, son of James Blaine Phillips & Annie Jay Lindsey Phillips, was born August 2, 1922, in Pine Ridge, St. Helena Parish, LA, and passed on Thursday, December 28, 2017 in Dennis Mills, LA after 95 memorable years. He married Julia Virgina Calmes of Dennis Mills on March 7, 1948 after completing 4 years of service in the US Navy in WWII. Lawrence had both BS and MS degrees in agriculture from LSU and worked as a vocational agriculture teacher from Pine Grove High School for 30 years. Predeceased by parents, wife, son, Gregory L. Phillips, and siblings, Cordelia, Flynn, James, Clyde, Lois, Dean. Survived by two sons, Chaney Phillips and wife, Marty of Ponchatoula, Matthew Phillips and wife, Christine of Watson, six grandsons, Gregory Phillips and wife, Jennifer of Metairie, Ryan Phillips and wife, Stephanie of Baton Rouge, Jason Phillips and wife, Kristi of Baton Rouge, Dallas Phillips and wife, Tammy of Denham Springs, Jackson Phillips of New Jersey, Ethan Phillips of Watson, one granddaughter, Brandy Roberts and husband, John of Denham Springs, eight great-grandchildren, Chaney, Grayson and Lindsey Phillips of Metairie, Jacob and Jordan Phillips of Baton Rouge, Brenna and Blaine Phillips of Baton Rouge, Brandon Phillips of Denham Springs, numerous nieces and nephews, and hundreds of friends and extended family. A special thanks to beloved neighbor, friend, and devoted caregiver, Elaine Cash. Lawrence was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, friend and provider with an endless passion for education, history and sharing stories.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Louisiana FFA or Naval Historical Foundation. Visitation will be at Pine Ridge Methodist Church on Hwy 440 west of Tangipahoa, LA on Thursday, January 4, 2018 from 10am until services at 12pm with Rev. Michael Townsend officiating. Reception to follow services. Private interment at Pine Ridge Cemetery. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Today at 3 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall of FBC is the fellowship to honor Miss Fay Shoemaker. Don’t miss your opportunity to tell her how she has impacted and improved your life. She will soon be moving to the Atlanta area.

The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering is our opportunity to help send someone else to represent us as a Christian witness on foreign soil. I’m so thankful for those who go. My duty is to support them. One hundred per cent of our gifts will go to the field to help meet needs of missionaries and their ministries.

If you and/or your church will be collecting for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes, you may be interested in this site. https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/year-round-packing-ideas/?utm_source=OCCFacebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=m_YOCC-18SM&utm_content=Jan-ItemoftheMonth-1-1-18 . The suggested items are gloves, scarves, and hats. Check the dollar stores and sales in other stores this month. Items brought to FBC, Kentwood can be left in the office of in my classroom.

Check on someone who may be having a hard time with the cold weather. If we were having a hard time, think of how blessed we would feel if someone checked on us!

Anna Lee

Happy New Year

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

~Romans 8:28~

Every year people make resolutions about what they are going to do – exercise, diet, quit smoking, etc. This year, let’s work on a resolution to read out Bible from cover to cover. I have done this before, but will be doing it again in 2018.

I have found a new plan for us this year. I’ll be reading this and hope many of you will attempt to read it with me.

Read the Bible for January 1

Genesis 1-4
Psalms 1
Matthew 1

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

Miss Fay Shoeaker will be given a reception tomorrow afternoon at 3 P.M in the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood.. She will be going to live in Atlanta. This is our opportunity to tell her how much we appreciate her.

This week probably will be out coldest week of the year. Be helpful. Be safe.

Anna Lee

Sunday

Great peace have those who love your law,

and nothing can make them stumble.

~Psalm 119:165~

Today concludes 2017! I trust is was a good year for you and yours. We all need to realize that even when our days are difficult, God is giving us the strength and knowledge sufficient for each day!

FBC, Kentwood will follow the regular schedule for today. Some churches are making changes. Be sure you know the schedule at your church.

Read the Bible Today – Read passages of your choice.

Bible Reading Plan for 2018 – Copies of the new plan will be available today at FBC. Look for a yellow page. The passages for each day will also be posted here daily.

Today is the last day of 2017. Do you have plans to make 2018 different in any way? Do you hope for another year like 2017? Be sure you include God!

Anna Lee

Saturday

As a shepherd looks after his scattered flock when he is with them, so will I look after my sheep.

I will rescue them from all the places where they were scattered on a day of clouds and darkness.

~Ezekiel 34:12~

Tyler Smith‘s surgery went well at Children’s Hospital in New Orleans. They kept him overnight, but he will probably come home today. Continue to pray for Tyler as her recovers.

Loren Williams is in North Oaks with some broken bones following an accident Thursday night. Hunter Brabham and family seem to only have minor injuries. Let’s thank God for His protection for all these people.

Ora Lee Wilson has been dealing with a collapsed lung. Pray for her as he waits to learn what will happen to correct the lung problem.

Dominic Terrase of the Loranger area is a former classmate. I’m happy to report he is doing much better now than he was a couple months ago. Thank you for praying for him.

Miss Fay Shoemaker will be moving to Atlanta. Pray for her as she makes this transition.

Pray for caregivers. They often have long-term situations to be responsible for. This job is hard both physically and emotionally.

Read the Bible – You may read the Scriptures of your choice today. I have a 2018 plan to share Sunday at FBC, Kentwood. We will begin it Monday. You can pick up a copy of the plan or check The Prayer Link each day.

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

The weather we will be having for the next week will be unusually cold. Pray for people to maintain heat, water, and electricity. Prepare now, so you don’t have to get out any more than necessary. Help someone who might not be able to make all the preparations or repairs themselves.

Anna Lee

Friday

Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you;

he will never let the righteous be shaken.

~Psalm 55:22~

Tyler Smith, son of George and Becky Arnold Smith, had a freak accident in Colorado in which he broke in collarbone in several places. He will be having surgery at the children’s hospital in New Orleans today. Please pray for Tyler as he undergoes surgery and during the recovery process.

Kathleen Rogillio Allen

April 22, 1933 – December 27, 2017

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt who was loved by her family passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at St. Helena Parish Hospital in Greensburg, LA at the age of 84. She was born April 22, 1933 in Zachary, LA and was a resident of Greensburg. She is survived by 2 daughters, Debra Kilcrease and Patsy Allen, Greensburg; 2 sons, James “Sonny” Allen, Jr. and David Allen, Greensburg; grandson, William Dustin Kilcrease and wife, Whitney, Pace, FL; 3 great-grandchildren, Georgia and Addison Kilcrease, Pace, FL and Vincent Imbragulio, V, Hammond; 3 sisters, Johnnie Forrest and husband, John, Baton Rouge, Virginia Becker, Baker, and Betty Hewitt, Baton Rouge; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, James Lee Allen, Sr.; daughter, Lillie Kathleen Allen; son, Thomas Allen; granddaughter, Kristi Allen; father, James S. Rogillio; mother, Clara Callender Rogillio; brother, Herman Rogillio; 2 sisters, Billie Alford and Meryal Mason. Visitation at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, Greensburg, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Monday and from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. Services conducted by Bro. Don Lum. Interment Center Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Robert Wesley Crain

January 10, 1949 – December 27, 2017

And a resident of Franklinton died Wednesday morning December 27, 2017. He was a Franklinton High School graduate of 1967 and later graduated from Louisiana State University in 1975. Robert was a big supporter of FHS athletics, as well as all area schools, civic groups, churches and community projects. He enjoyed tailgating for LSU Tigers football games and watching their sporting events on TV. Robert always loved riding his tractor while working on his farm, spending time on the Bogue Chitto River and relaxing at his camp. He was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Franklinton.

As a young man, Robert decided that caring for the needs of others would be his calling in life as he began working in funeral service at the age of 16. He graduated from Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service in 1969 and began a short journey that brought his new family back to the community he cared so much for. Robert has been the owner of Crain Funeral Home since 1979 and felt it was his duty to provide comfort to the thousands of grieving families he encountered through his 52 years of service. He always felt it was a ministry to the great families of Washington Parish to show compassion to those that needed his support.

Robert had a kind heart and received his greatest joy by providing for others. Either through the monetary gifts that allowed young people to play the games they loved, sponsorship of the countless events that lifted our community spirit, assistance to any local church that helped them fulfill the needs of its congregation or simply spending quality time with his beloved family and grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all those that knew him.

Survived by:

Wife of 48 years: Linda Smith Crain of Franklinton

Daughter and Son in law: Susan Crain Bonner and Chris Bonner of Mandeville

2 Sons and Daughters in law: Robert W. Crain, Jr. and Kristi Crain of Franklinton,
Matthew Wilson Crain and Heather Crain of Hernando, MS

8 Grandchildren: Caroline Bonner,
Wesley Crain,
Hannah Grace Crain,
Christopher Bonner,
Andrew Crain,
Wilson Crain,
Jacob Crain,
Evelyn Crain

2 Sisters and Brothers in law: Pauline and James Bankston of Franklinton,
Paulette and Jack Lantz of Pasadena, CA

Brother in law: Ridge Edwards of Montclair, NJ

Sister in law: Alice L. Smith of Alpharetta, GA

Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Robert William Crain and Willie Knight Crain, sister in law Sylvia Edwards and brother in law W.F. Smith.

Visitation will be at Crain Funeral Home Friday December 29th from 5 pm until 9 pm and after 10 am on Saturday. A funeral service will be held at 2 pm Saturday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Paul Watts and Rev. Leon Hickman officiating. Burial will follow in Ellis Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to the First Baptist Church New Sanctuary Fund (950 Self Street, Franklinton, LA 70438) or to any local Youth Organization.

Pallbearers: Fred Spears, Ken Allen, Dr. Earle “Rob” Brown, James Magruder, Dr. Jerry Thomas, Wayne Fleming, Bennie Crain

Obituaries can be viewed online at www.crainfh.com

Joan Marie “Meme” Irwin Newman

September 25, 1944 – December 27, 2017

Joan Marie Irwin “Meme” Newman, 73, of Kentwood, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Joan Marie was born in Victoria, TX on September 25, 1944. She attended Texas City High School. She married Al Newman on August 30, 1963. Joan and Al owned and managed Kentwood Raceway as well as Newman Blueberry Farm for many years. She was also a clerical worker for Pike Hospital and a dietician at Kentwood Manor Nursing Home. She’s a member of Taylor Creek Baptist Church. She always had a creative mind and her passions included her grandkids, painting, photography, sewing, crafting, gardening, etc. She LOVED the outdoors. Joan is preceded in death by her mother, June Mangum Feagin “Texas Nanny”; father, Tull Hays Irwin; sister, Betty Irwin Dykes, and niece, Debra Ann Williams. Joan is survived by her husband of fifty-four years, Al Newman; siblings, Corky Irwin and Clarence Feagin; daughter, Leslie Newman Hoffstadt and husband, Henry John Hoffstadt; son, Reese Deven Newman and wife, Lynda Edwards Newman; daughter, Tanya Newman McNabb and husband, Benny Wess McNabb; grandchildren, Brittany Hoffstadt, Hank Hoffstadt, Shelly Hoffstadt, Jacob Newman and wife, Haylea, Casey Newman, Dillon McNabb and wife, Shea, Kolby McNabb and Taryn McNabb; great-grandchild, Baylor Newman; niece, Tami Lang; nephews, David Williams and T. L. Kennedy. Pallbearers will be Hank Hoffstadt, Dillon McNabb, Jacob Newman, Kolby McNabb, Casey Newman and T. L. Kennedy. Visitation at Taylor Creek Baptist Church, formally known as The Lord’s Church, Kentwood, LA from 11:30AM until religious services at 2:00PM on Friday, December 29, 2017. Services conducted by Rev. Don Meadows. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, LA in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Carmela “Millie” Agnello Guzzardo

February 07, 1921 – December 27, 2017

A native of Jamestown, NY and a resident of Amite, LA, passed peacefully on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at Tangi Pines Nursing Home in Amite. She was born February 7, 1921 in Buffalo, NY and was 96 years of age. She was co-owner of GMA Enterprises, Inc. at 321 Hazeltine Ave. in Jamestown. She is survived by her daughter, Angela Biandolillo and husband, Ross, Amite, LA; son, Dr. George Guzzardo, Jr. and wife, Shirley, Kenner, LA; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Nick Agnello; sisters, Angie Mistretta and Rita Baker. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, George Guzzardo, Sr.; son, Dr. Michael Guzzardo; parents, Marietta Vento and Ovazio Angello; brother, Tony Agnello; nephew, Nick Agnello; Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on Friday, December 29, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, at 1:00PM on Friday. Services conducted by Fr. Mark Beard. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

Read the Bible – Choose your own passage today.

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M. in the Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – I will be putting eight more lights on the poster this morning. One hundred percent of the money given goes directly to international missions. If you see the need for missions, this is a good way to support them.

Today won’t be so cold, so this is a good day to get out before even colder weather arrives, but be aware the flu is spreading in our area. Use precautions not to catch the flu.

Anna Lee