Category: Children in Action and Mission Friends

Friday

You, LORD, reign forever;

your throne endures from generation to generation

~Lamentations 5:19~

 

It was good to be with David yesterday and get to visit Jimmy Schwartz.  Please continue to keep him in your prayers.

Pray for Andy and Betty Taylor as Andy regains his strength and gets some more resting time.

 

Scripture Writing – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+9%3A+6-7&version=NIV

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

“Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers”

                                 ~Ephesians 6:18b NLT, 2nd ed.~

“Angels from the Realms of Glory”

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Tea!  

  • Ladies, we’re still in the getting ready stage, but the fellowship hall is taking on a special spirit.  I hope you will know you are invited to participate.  We especially want girls in your families to be able to attend with you.  We think this will be a special occasion you will want to share with more than one generation of your family.  The girls will be our entertainment.  It will be fun and encouraging to hear their voices.
  • It’s also encouraging to see the ladies and girls from our neighboring churches.  It helps build unity of spirit even though we attend different churches.
  • What a great way to being the Week of Prayer for International Missions!
  • FBC, Kentwood has 427 stamped Christmas cards for the parish prisoners to send to family members.  Ladies from our association are welcome to bring their cards to the tea Sunday.  I can deliver them to the jail Monday for you when I deliver our cards.

 

We will have Bible study this morning at 10.  I’ll give you your next lessons today.

 

Share some of the sweet Christmas spirit with others today!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Thursday

He said in a loud voice,

“Fear God and give him glory,

because the hour of his judgment has come.

Worship him who made the heavens,

the earth, the sea and the springs of water.”

~Revelation 14:7~

 

I know you may be interested in checking of some people today via visits, calls, or cards.  This information may be helpful to you.

North Oaks

Elton Shaw – may be coming home today

Frances Strickland

Hazel Allen

Greensburg

Anne Hurst

Shira Easley

Kentwood Manor

Catherine Yarborough

Home

Andy Taylor

Margaret Callihan

Jimmy Schwartz

 

Opportunities

Lottie Moon Tea – Sunday at 2 P.M. (Don’t let a little rain keep you away from this wonderful opportunity.) . I’m looking forward to the girls of our church and other churches serving and singing.  I especially  look forward to the excitement of the girls who will have wonderful memories of this day and who will learn so much from this day.  I quote one little girl, “I’m going to a tea party, Mimi!  I’m going to a tea party.”  I look forward to all the little girls from all the churches as the ladies of our association give their girls this awesome opportunity!   I’m thankful that party will be at church! 

Bible Study – 10 A.M. Friday morning – John 12

 

Mission Offerings

Georgia Barnett – We exceeded out goal for Louisiana Missions

Lottie Moon – Our efforts for International missions begin Sunday with the Week of Prayer and the Lottie Moon Tea Sunday.

 

Scripture Writing – December, Day 1 – Isaiah 7:14-17

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

The Word Became Flesh] In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.                                           ~ John 1:1-2, 14 (NIV)~

“There’s a Song in the Air”

Lyrics – http://www.hymnsite.com/lyrics/umh249.sht

Story – http://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-theres-a-song-in-the-air

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaE1ce7JY-Q

I hope that song and the spirit of the song follow you throughout this day.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and praise his name.

For the LORD is good and his love endures forever;

his faithfulness continues through all generations.

~ Psalm 100:4-5 (NIV)~

Mr. Cete Dillon also is sick.  He and “Miss” Ruby got medical care yesterday and hopefully will be able to enjoy their Thanksgiving company.

I got the Varnado name wrong yesterday.  It is Maxine Varnado.  I have not heard how her procedure went yesterday.

David and I visited the St. Helena Hospital and Nursing Home yesterday.  We saw four sweet ladies.  Two, Mrs. Juanita Pritchett and Mrs. Grace Chadwick, are from Roseland were we grew up,  Two, Mrs. Margaret Callihan and Miss Shira Easley, are from Kentwood.  We had four great visits and are so glad we made those visits.  Believe it or now, they made us feel better!  All four are improving.  “Miss” Grace will be 95 Sunday!

I have another update on the Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. The 1,126 boxes collected or dropped off in Kentwood were added to those from the surrounding area in Hammond.  The new total was 13, 786.  Those shoeboxes filled two trucks and part of another one.  They may be at their next destination already.

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – Yesterday, we had eleven ladies present including two birthday ladies.  We had a great time.

Friday Morning Bible study will be in John 12.  Feel free to join us at 10:00.

Children in Action WILL meet tonight at 6 P.M.  I love to teach missions to these precious boys and girls.

Scripture Writing – Lamentations 3:22-27 (Because of the Lord’s great Love, ….)

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

“Above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”                                                                            ~Colossians 3:14-15, ESV~

“Count Your Blessings”

Thankfulness, Day 23 – Today, I’m thankful for transportation.  Some of my ancestors lived on this land four generations ago.  When I consider it takes 15 minutes to get to Kentwood today and longer to get to many other places we travel,  I am so thankful for my vehicle and the roads we travel on.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

Let us come before him with thanksgiving

and extol him with music and song.

For the LORD is the great God,

the great King above all gods.

~Psalm 95:2-3~

 

Please add Mrs. Ruby Dillon to your prayer list.  She has a very bad cough that she is trying to get rid of.

Sandy Bennett Morgan‘s blood count dropped again.

Asking for a few more prayers. Platelets dropped back down under 10,000. Had transfusion today and have to go tomorrow morning for 4 hour IV med to coat spleen. Med has lots of adverse side effects. Praying I get through it without any major issues.

J.D. Smith may possibly be released from the hospital today.  Pray for his recovery.

Mrs. Wilma Welch asked that we pray for Mrs. Marine Varnado of Spring Creek who will be receiving a stent today in Lake View hospital in Covington.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 9: 1-2, 7-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Louisiana Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

Thankful, Day 22 – Today, I’m thankful for heat in my home in the winter and cool air in the summer.  As I write, my heater is running and my computer says it is 33 degrees outside.  I’m sure many of you share this thankfulness.

 

“Young” Ladies Birthday Party 

  • Honors ladies with November birthdays
  • 11 A.M. this morning at The Cafe

Children in Action

  • Missions class for children
  • Tomorrow night from 6:00 – 7:00

 

 

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.                                                                                ~Colossians 3:15 (NIV)~

“In Times Like These”

 

Pray for all the “shoeboxes” that were packed in our homes, schools, and churches.  They will be making a long truck ride as their next step in getting to boys and girls.

 

It’s time to look forward to rain tomorrow.  Some areas of our country are much dryer than we are.  Let’s pray they receive rain too.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

But I, with shouts of grateful praise,

will sacrifice to you.

What I have vowed I will make good.

I will say, ‘Salvation comes from the LORD.’ ”

~Jonah 2:9~

 

David Brabham told us that Stan Willians did okay with his first two treatments.  He’ll be at MD Anderson this week for round three.  Please continue to pray all goes well.

Pray for Buddy Waller as he sees his surgeon tomorrow.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 107:28-32

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

OCC Drop-Off ends this morning.  If you have any “shoeboxes” to send this week, please turn them in at 9:00 or shortly after that.  Boxes will be closed up and sent off to their next stop.  Boxes at FBC, Kentwood will be picked up at 10:00 this morning.  Thank-you to all the individuals, groups, and churches who packed a box.

 

The Community Thanksgiving Service at the Kentwood United Methodist Church last night was wonderful.  Thanks to all who attended and all who participated.  The full house was great to see.

 

Children in Action WILL meet Wednesday night from 6:00 – 7:00.

 

Thankfulness, Day 21 – Today, I am thankful for my computer and for my computer expert, Jason.  Without them, I wouldn’t be typing ThePrayerLink.com this morning.

 

I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus.

For in him you have been enriched in every way—

with all kinds of speech and with all knowledge—

                                                                                                   ~1 Corinthians 1:4-5 (NIV)~

 

“Count Your Blessings”

 

Thanks to all those who turned in stamps for Christmas cards.  I put stamps on about 200 envelopes last night.  Today, I will be purchasing more stamps for more cards.  I know the cards will make a difference in some lives by giving prisoners the opportunity to communicate with family members during this special time of year.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday

Give thanks in all circumstances;

for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

~1 Thessalonians 5:18~

 

A new baby was born Friday, making our friends Matt and Shea first time grandparents.  I’m sure many of you will remember when Drew was born when they were living in Kentwood.  It seems like yesterday.  Now the next generation has started.

Matt and I are thrilled to announce the birth of our first grandchild, Caleb Judson Williams, who was born Friday evening to Drew and Morgan. We were able to skype with him a little while ago. He was rather bored and slept through the entire time, but we understand. 🙂 His parents kept us entertained instead. Dec. 5th can’t come soon enough for these two grandparents. His aunts (Lindsey and Melody) are pretty excited, too. Let the spoiling begin!

Thankfulness, Day 20 – I’m thankful for the first six days of collecting Operation Christmas Child “shoeboxes”.  It was pure joy receiving each box.  It was also a joy to get to spend sweet time with others as we waited.  I’m looking forward to collecting a few more today and them sending the boxes to their next destination in the morning.  I’m thankful for the first Drop-off week at FBC, Kentwood.  I am so anxious for the boxes to be in the hand of the boys and girls.

 

Waylon Bailey –WaylonBailey.com

Thom S. Rainer – ThomRainer.com

 

“Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others”                                                                                                                                                       (Colossians 3:13 NLT, 2nd ed.)

“Christ Receiveth Sinful Men”

 

Community Thanksgiving Service

  • 5:30 this afternoon at the Kentwood United Methodist Church
  • Fellowship to follow

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

  • Tuesday morning at 11:00
  • The Cafe
  • Honors ladies with November birthdays

 

Children in Action

  • Wednesdays at 6 P.M.
  • L-wing of FBC
  • Boys and girls from 3 to 5th grade

 

Friday Morning Bible Study

  • John 12
  • 10 A.M. in fellowship hall

 

Sunday School

  • A class for everyone
  • 9:45 A.M.

 

Have a wonderful Lord’s Day.  Enjoy the cooler temperatures.  The heaters at the church have all been checked out this week, so don’t let the cooler temperatures keep you away.

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

“. . . The urgent request of a righteous person

is very powerful in its effect.”

~James 5:16 HCSB~

 

Please pray for Buddy Waller today as he sees a surgery to set up surgery.  I think he will be appreciative of our prayers.

A number of people are undergoing medical testing.  Pray for this group of people.

David got a better report from the retina specialist Friday.  He is seeing better.  The retinas are remaining attached.  Swelling is going down in the left eye. The doctor cleared him for driving.  David is enjoying that freedom again.  The doctor also gave him permission to travel to higher elevation, so we will be able to travel to GA for our 14 year old grandson, Braden’s, eagle scout ceremony.  We are thanking God for healing and you for praying.

 

Scripture Writing – 2 Corinthians 9:10-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Louisiana Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off at FBC, Kentwood has now collected 851 shoeboxes.  We will be open through Sunday for those of you who are still packing “shoeboxes”.  Monday, out boxes will travel to the regional location in Hammond.

 

The church services are now being videoed for our new video ministry to the homebound.  The first videos will be delivered next month.  If you are aware of a homebound person who is interested, please call the church office with the name.  Thank-you!

Christmas stamps are being collected for Christmas cards we already have.  They will be delivered to local prisoners in December.  The deadline for turning in stamps is December 4th.  Thank-you to those who have already given money or stamps.

Children in Action will meet next Wednesday at 6 P.M. as usual.  Last night, we had a great time working on a craft, learning about a missionary family, practicing praying, and preparing an invitation to share with a friend.

The next “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be Tuesday, November 22nd at 11 A.M.  All ladies are invited to join us there.

 

There will be a Community Thanksgiving Service Sunday, November 20th at the Kentwood Methodist Church at 5:30 P.M.  Fellowship will follow in the fellowship hall.

 

Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.                                                                                                                                          ~ Psalm 119:105 (NIV)~

“Wonderful Words of Life”

 

Thankfulness, Day 17 – Today, I’m thankful to add more years to my teaching career though Sunday School, Missions, Bible Study, etc.  I’ve shifted from a full-time teacher and Sunday School teacher to being able to teach regularly in various aspects of my church.  It’s my calling.  I love it!

Third Thursday at the Cabin – Tonight is the night!  6:30 is the time.  We hope to see many of you.

Anna Lee

 

 

Wednesday

2 My Father’s house has many rooms;

if that were not so,

would I have told you that I am going there

to prepare a place for you?

3 And if I go and prepare a place for you,

I will come back and take you to be with me

that you also may be where I am.

4 You know the way to the place where I am going.”

~John 14:2-4~

 

 

Jeanna Lee-Newton is better.  Her mother, Brenda Russell, thanks you for your continued prayers.

Robin Miller Jordan’s husband, Patrick, was released from rehab to go home.  Thank God for this wonderful news.

Pray for our country as we transition to a new administration.

 

Sharon Rohner Needham

March 21, 1948 – November 13, 2016

     http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/4005785

 

Shared by Butch Reviere –

My father-in-law, Rev. Willie J. Passman (a veteran of the Korean era) was received into the presence of our Heavenly Father just after 4pm yesterday, Nov. 14th. Visitation will be at Crain’s Funeral Home here in Franklinton Thursday from 5 til 9 and the celebration of his life and his Savior will be at Acy’s Creek Baptist Church Friday at 11:00am.

 

Thankfulness, Day 16 – Today, I’m thankful to have taught school so many, forty, years and to have hopefully impacted some knowledge, values, and Christian influence on hundreds of students.  It brings me great joy to see those students now and to get a hug and an update on their lives.

 

Scripture Writing – 2 Corinthians 9:6-9

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.                                                                                                                                              ~Psalm 119:18 (NIV)~

“Open My Eyes that I May See”

 

You can drop-off your OCC “Shoeboxes” at FBC, Kentwood from 9 A..M. – 5 P.M.

Children in Action, missions class for children from 3 years -5th grade, meets on Wednesdays at 6 P.M. in the L-wing of FBC, Kentwood

Third Thursday at the Cabin – 6:30 tomorrow night
Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M. in the Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood

 

NEW – We are working on beginning a video ministry to the homebound members of FBC,K next month.  If you know of any one who might enjoy viewing our church services, please contact the church office or me.  We will need to know if you have equipment to show a video.

 

May God use each of us to be a blessing to others today.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

Now may the Lord of peace himself

give you peace at all times and in every way.

The Lord be with all of you.

~2 Thessalonians 3:16~

May each of you have the peace of the Lord today.

No matter whether you candidate won or lost, the Lord is on His throne!

Thankfulness, Day 9 – Today, I’m thankful for a grandchild who is lovable, athletic, and outgoing.  No name given, just wonderful qualities he possesses.

Children in Action will meet tonight at 6 P.M. at FBC, Kentwood.  If your children and/or grandchildren have not been coming, tonight is a wonderful night to start.  We include boys and girls from age 3 – fifth grade.

“Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the LORD.

“Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow;

though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool.

                                                                                        ~Isaiah 1:18 (NIV)~

“God Bless America” – We sang this Monday at the  World Day of Prayer

Scripture Writing – Psalm 100:1-5 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+100%3A1-5&version=NIV

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Baptist Message – baptistmessage.com

 

A current mission project you can help with is sending stamped Christmas cards to local inmates so they can send them to to those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to communicate with family at Christmas.  If you bring some Christmas stamps, I have the cards.

Finsh your “shoeboxes” so you can turn them in next week.

 

 

I want to leave you with this post, written yesterday, from Waylon Bailey, pastor of FBC, Covington – http://waylonbailey.com/2016/11/09/how-to-pray-for-the-next-president/

Anna Lee

 

 

Sunday

 

“I have told you these things,

so that in me you may have peace.

In this world you will have trouble.

But take heart!

I have overcome the world.”

~John 16:33~

 

 

Time change this morning!

As the election gets closer and closer, it is clear we need to pray more and more.  Do your part!

Chris Wales‘ knee surgery is tomorrow in Baton Rouge.  Please be in prayer for him, the medical staff, and the family.

Thankfulness – Day 6 – David and I both have family that we do not see very ofter, but they love us and check on us via phone or computer.    I’m thankful for their love and care.

 

Scripture Writing – I Thessalonians 5:12-18

World Day of Prayer – 10 A.M. Monday at Kedron

Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off begin November 14th.

Children’s Mission class meets at 6:00 Wednesdays.

Friday Morning Bible Study meets at 10:00 on Fridays.

Needed – Christmas Stamps for Christmas card for prisoners

 

“It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer;                                                                      And while they are still speaking, I will hear.”                                                                                                                                                                         ~Isaiah 65:24 NKJV~

“Teach Me to Pray”

Be thankful today and every day!

Anna Lee