Category: Bible Study

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.

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

 

 

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

 

Wednesday

I delayed posting and got caught by the rain again.  That’s the nature of satelites and life in the country.  Hopefully, better technology will get out here one day….

 

 Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains!

For the LORD comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.

~Isaiah 49:13~

 

 

Mrs. Juanita Pritchett is improving following her back surgery.  Pray for her and her two caregiver sons, Chester and John.

 

Philip Strickland’s surgery went well at Ochsner (NO) yesterday.  Pray for him to have a good recovery period.

 

David’s brother, Jimmy Alford, had a procedure at Ochsner (BR) that will hopefully lead to the next step in Jimmy’s treatment.  There is a more hopeful attitude in his situation now.

 

 

Mays I. Morris, Sr.

April 08, 1932 – December 17, 2017

 

A resident of Independence passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2017. He was born April 8, 1932 in Amite  and was 85 years of age. He is survived by his son, Mays I. Morris, Jr.; son, Arthur D. Morris; daughter, Martha Ann Morris; step children, Sherry Allen Rowland, Gwendolyn Allen Watts, Timothy Brian Allen, Matthew Wayne Allen and Brenda Allen Creekmore; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jones Morris; son, Michael Morris; step son, Dennis Gatlin; brother, Andrew J. Morris, Jr., and sister, Imogene Barber Morris. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9AM until religious services at 11 AM, Wednesday, December 20, 2017. Services conducted by Rev. Marshall Wallace. Interment Loranger Cemetery, Loranger. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Reginald E. (Reggie) Goldsby, MD

August 09, 1943 – December 18, 2017

Long time Amite Mayor and beloved family physician, Reginald (Reggie) Goldsby, age 74, passed from this life on Monday, December 18, 2017. He was born August 9, 1943 in Amite to Omar and Mamie Roberts Goldsby who preceded him in death as did his brother, Myles Goldsby. He is survived by his daughter, Laken Goldsby, and many Goldsby and Kennedy cousins whom he loved dearly and who loved him. He was a faithful charter member of the First Southern Methodist Church of Amite. As an honors student of LSU Medical School, he was exempt from a semester’s final exams. Later in his career, he became an LSU Clinical Professor. He was an avid LSU football fan and not only played football for Amite High School but remained a loyal fan. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 23, 2017. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite. The family would like to extend their deep appreciation to his personal attendants, Mike and Rachel Constant, for their loving care and devotion to Reggie during these difficult times. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

I checked on the location of the shoeboxes sent out through our church as part of Operation Christmas Child.  So far, I was able to track boxes to both Mexico and Ecuador.  I’m excited the boxes are in their country of destination already.  I hope you are still as excited as I am for the boxes and what an impact each box will make on the lives of children and their families.

 

Some of these shoeboxes will be delivered by our international missionaries.  Our gifts to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions help keep them “on the field”.  That means our shoebox gifts might be a part of the ministry we provide through the LMCO.  We help get the boxes to the children by collecting items, packing boxes, paying postage, and supporting our missionaries.  Thank-you for all your help.

 

Tomorrow night, we will gather at the cabin at 6:30 for our monthly Third Thursday meeting.  I can hardly wait to share this sweet time with others.

 

 

Read the Bible – Revelations 14-16 & Psalm 45.

 

There will be NO Bible study this Friday morning, but we will meet the following Friday.

 

Sunday, FBC, Kentwood will follow their regular schedule for the morning and have a candlelight service at 6 P.M. that night.  I hope you will be in church somewhere!  

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

 “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.”

Micah 5:2

Mike Strickland is hospitalized with both flu and pneumonia.  Please pray for him.
Several people, whom I will not name, have had surgeries or procedures in the last week.  Pray for them as a group unless you know the individual situations.
Read the Bible – Revelations 10-11 & Psalm 43
The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be at 11 A.M. tomorrow at The Cafe.
Third Thursday at the Cabin – We will meet this week at 6:30.  Come join us.
Contributions to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering are being accepted at all Southern Baptist Churches.
The Friday Morning Bible Study will not meet this week, but plans to meet the following week.
Christmas is a wonderful time to help meet needs.
Anna Lee

Friday

He sent the message to the Israelites,

proclaiming the good news of peace through Jesus Christ-

-He is Lord of all.

~Acts 10:36 HCSB~

 

Ashby Reeves had a procedure yesterday that resulted in very good news.  Join Ashley and her family and friends in thanking God.

Michelle LaBarbera Murphy has surgery yesterday.  All went much better than expected.  Her family is elated and gave God the praise and glory for the good news they received yesterday.

 

Michael Franklin Lane  passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2017, at the age of 73.  He was born on Thursday, November 30, 1944 in Blytheville, Arkansas to the late Martha Matilda Bombalaski and the late Herman Lane.  He was a resident of Ponchatoula, Louisiana.

Michael is survived by his loving wife, Ann Carney Lane; daughter, Lana Lane Fletcher and her husband Bo; son, Michael Franklin Lane, Jr. and his wife Mishelle; step-children, Shannon Smith and her husband Matt, Terry Mixon and his wife Kristy, and Craig Mixon and his wife Tonya; grandchildren, Christopher Cantrell, Joseph Cantrell, Michael S. Lane, III, Olivia Lane, and Benjamin Lane; 8 step-grandchildren; and 6 step-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Herman  Lane; mother, Martha Matilda Bombalaski; and siblings, John, Bill, and Jerry Lane.

Services were private.   (Harry McKneely Funeral Home)

 

 

This morning we will have the Friday Morning Bible Study at 10:00 at FBC, Kentwood.

 

FBC, Kentwood will have their annual Christmas program Sunday evening at 6 P.M.

 

Read the Bible – Rev. 1-3, Psalm 40, and video on Rev. 1-11 at http://bibleproject.com

 

Annual Lottie Moon Missions March – Sunday morning at FBC, Kentwood.  Prepare to show your support by giving and/or walking during morning worship time.

 

As you make your Christmas plans, please remember those who need encouragement or support at this time.  It’s all about love!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday

The Word became flesh and took up residence among us.

We observed His glory, the glory as the One and Only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

~John 1:14 HCSB~

 

Please continue to pray for Pam Seller’s friend, Vicki.

 

Steve Sealey is Carol Bennett Sealeys husband.  Many of you will remember Carol from Roseland or OFA.  Steve will be having three or four bypasses today.  Please pray for this procedure to be successful.

 

Michelle LaBarbera Murphy of Amite is having cancer surgery today.  Pray all goes well for her.  Pray for her many family members and friends.

 

Mrs. Fay Shoemaker is home from Ochsner.  Pray for her as she adjusts to being at home.

 

Sunday, we had an opportunity to talk with Phillip Strickland.  He told us about his trip to M.D. Anderson this week and his hopes for a good report.  He’s there now.  Let’s pray for Phillip and his family as he learns more about his health.

 

 

Read the Bible – Jude, Psalm 39, and video on Jude

Baptist Press – http://baptistpress.com

The Friday Morning Bible Study will meet tomorrow at 10 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood.  You are welcome to join us.

 

The monthly “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be early this month. We will meet on Tuesday, December 19th at The Cafe at 11 A.M.
The monthly Third Thursday at the Cabin will be next Thursday, one week from tonight.  We meet at 6:30.  Join us for this great night.

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.  We received enough money last week to “light up” on light on our string of Christmas lights.  When all the lights are “lit”, we will have achieved our goal.  Sunday, we will be having our yearly “Missions March for the Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions”.  A full 100% of out gifts given through the offering goes to support missionaries who are serving somewhere in the world. We will march on Sunday.  Gifts can be given any Sunday.  I hope you are enjoying the videos at church on Sunday mornings.

 

Today, I want to leave you with this idea for sharing the Gospel.  I hope some of you will use it with your neighbors or co-workers.  https://www.imb.org/2017/12/11/christmas-hospitality-incarnation/?

https://www.imb.org/2017/12/11/christmas-hospitality-incarnation/?utm_campaign=On%20Mission%20Today&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=59341728&_hsenc=p2ANqtz–X7YWxw8jC88sIUAa6e1LfnD4ZnXMT2T2jxJ7bmnhOXf0vAu6obvptcm635YpklmVfmokw-Lc0uAMLGiZlCdCazSedPw&_hsmi=59341728

 

Share some real CHRISTmas spirit this holiday season.

Anna Lee

Monday

Nations will come to your light,

and kings to the brightness of your radiance.

~Isaiah 60:3 HCSB~

 

There are many with cold, allergies, flu, bronchitis, etc.  First, pray for those you are aware of.  Second, do something to help them out.

 

There have been a number of deaths in our community lately.  Please pray for the families who have lost their loved ones during the holiday season.

 

Sunday, December 17th, FBC, Kentwood will have their annual Lottie Moon Missions March.  Come walk inside the walls of our sanctuary to say you support missions.  It’s also a good time to contribute to the Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions.

“Why the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering is Collected at Christmas” – https://www.imb.org/2017/12/06/lottie-moon-christmas-offering-collected-christmas/

 

Read the Bible – I John 1-2, Psalm 36, & video on I-III John

 

Baptist Press –http://bpnews.net

 

Ladies’ Bible Study – We missed class Friday due to the snow.  We will put Friday at 10 A.M. back on our schedule for this week.

 

Next Week

  • Tuesday (19th) – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party celebration at The Cafe at 11 A.M.
  • Thursday (21st) – Third Thursday at the Cabin at 6:30 P.M.

 

I think the snow was pretty, but I’m glad it is melting away now.  Let’s keep praying for those who still do not have electricity!  

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday

“We know that in all things

God works for good with those who love him,

those whom he has called according to his purpose.” 

~Romans 8:28 TEV~

 

There are many people having tests, waiting for results, dealing with cancer treatments, having surgery, etc.  Please pray for those that you are aware of.

 

Students are facing semester tests in some schools.  Pray for them as they prepare.

 

Rusty Benoit‘s heart surgery went well at Ochsner yesterday.  He’s in ICU now.  Please continue to pray for him, the medical staff, and his family.

 

The Friday Morning Bible Study will continue the study of Ezekiel Friday.

 

Read the Bible – James 4-5 & Psalm 32

 

Week of Prayer for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, Day 5 – https://www.imb.org/day-5/

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

The weather has been both cold and wet.  Be careful to stay healthy and safe.

Anna Lee