Category: Death Notice(s)

Sunday

“In the same way the Spirit also joins to help in our weakness,
because we do not know what to pray for as we should,
but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with unspoken groanings.”
~Romans 8:26, HCSB~

 

As many of us are enjoying the season between Thanksgiving and Christmas, there are many in areas of unrest and war.  Pray for the military, missionaries, humanitarian workers, and locals who do not have the same opportunities this year.  Pray for them to know Jesus and remain faithful to Him and their assignment despite the war.  Also, please pray for families who have someone in the area, but who are trying to maintain a “normal” life and holiday season.

Thank God for those who gave some or all of their holiday time this week to serve as a missionary some or all of this week.  Two examples are:

  • FBC, Amite who served Thanksgiving dinner in New Orleans Thursday.
  • Montpelier Baptist Church who sent 17 for a week of service in Nicaragua.  They returned home yesterday.

Please pray for the Hitching Post family.  David Conatser was killed in an automobile accident. I’ll post an obituary when one is available.

Thankfulness – Day 30:  Today, I’m thankful for prayer warriors.   They pray for me, my family, you, your family, and many other people.  Their prayers are important to all of us.  If you are one of those prayer warriors, I thank you for your faith and  time devoted to prayer.  On behalf of all those for whom you pray, “Thank-you”.

Week of Prayer and Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

  • The  week of prayer for eight specific missionary families begins today.  These are not the only ones you should pray for in the coming year, but they represent lots of others who are not/can not be listed.
  • In these Week of Prayer stories, you will learn how your support enables your missionaries to:
    • help churches like yours partner on the field
    • share Jesus through human needs ministries
    • disciple church planters to take the Gospel to their own people
    • reach people creatively through songwriting and broadcasts
    • take the Scripture to a remote people in their heart language
    • minister even in war grounds
  • The Scripture we focus of this year is Matthew 28: 19-20.
  • The theme is “One Sacred Effort” meaning we can all work together to support this one goal.
  • Today’s special guide: http://www.imb.org/main/lottie-moon/weekofprayerview.asp?PageNavID=112&StoryID=13041&LanguageID=1709

Be sure to check the links at the bottom of the page to see the pictures and learn how contributions can be used in Ecuadore.

In connection with the beginning of the Week of Prayer, we will have a Lottie Moon Christmas Tea this afternoon at 2:00 at FBC, Kentwood for ladies of all area church.  Ladies between the ages of 2 and 102 are invited to attend and enjoy the music, skits, etc.

You will also have the opportunity to supply money to purchase stamps for Christmas cards that have been provided.  It takes $5.00 to buy the stamps for a set of Christmas cards for an inmate at the parish prison.  Today is the last day to do this.

Devotional, Scriptures, and a Song

  • “For Sale – As Is” –  odb.org
  • For You were slain,                                                                                                   and have redeemed us to God by Your blood.                                                                                                         ~Revelation 5:9~
  • “Though your sins are like scarlet,                                                                  they shall be white as snow.”                                                                                                                          ~Isaiah 1:18~
  • “Jesus Paid it All” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/p/jpaidall.htm

May we all honor God in all we do today!

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

“You will be made rich in every way

so that you can be generous on every occasion …

your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.”  

~2 Corinthians 9:11 (NIV)~

 

It’s not in what you have acquired,

but what you are able to share that counts.

Be thankful for what you can share.

Riches are not counted in dollars!

 It’s hugs, smiles, words, and other actions!

It’s Jesus living in you!

I hope you gave and received this week.

I’m rich in blessings and so thankful!

Kathy Wales shared an update on Wayne Criswell.

I received a call from Mary Criswell this afternoon to let us know that Wayne had a doctor’s appointment today. Hospice has been called in for him. I know that Wayne knows where he’s going and is ready but his family and friends really need our prayers.
Thank you,
Kathy

Mallory is recovering from her burns well enough to get out among people again.  She is looking forward to going to church tomorrow and school Monday.  Thank you to each one of you who had a part in her healing by praying for her.

Nellie Jean Miller Davis Cook

Born: January 04, 1936
Died: November 27, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2831359&fh_id=10545

Johnny Jones

Born: September 12, 1942
Died: November 27, 2014

         http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/2830859

Devotional, Scripture, Quote, and a Song

  • “Happy Ending” –  http://odb.org/
  • I saw a new heaven and a new earth.                                                                                                        ~Revelation 21:1~
  • The gains of heaven will more than compensate us for the losses of earth.                                                                                                             ~ODB~
  • “10 Awesome Songs about Heaven” – http://www.whatchristianswanttoknow.com/10-awesome-songs-about-heaven/

Reminder – Lottie Moon Tea

  • Tomorrow
  • 2 P.M.
  • FBC, K (an event of Two Rivers Association, not just for Kentwood ladies)
  • All ladies, ages 2-102
  • Bring your daughter, granddaughter, sister, mother, niece, neighbor, friend, etc.

Thankfulness – Day 29: Home

It’s always good to get away for special reasons, but eventually we all learn there’s no place like home!  I’m sure many of you are winding down from the holiday and looking forward to or beginning to enjoy being at home again.  Enjoy that too!  Thank God for homes!

Be generous and be blessed this very day.  Share from your heart.

Anna Lee

 

 

Sunday

 “The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart,

and saves such as have a contrite spirit.” 

~Psalm 34:18~

(Holidays are extra difficult for some people.  Do something to help ease their pain.)

Bad weather will be in our area this morning.  Make wise decisions.

Tresa Rhodus

Born: August 23, 1964
Died: November 22, 2014

       http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/2816425

New Zion Baptist Church will hold a Thanksgiving dinner this morning after morning worship.

Tonight, the  Community Thanksgiving Service will take place at the Kentwood Methodist Church.

Today ends the collection process for OCC Shoeboxes.  I’m thankful to hear the numbers in our area are good, but know we could always do better.  Our goal for next year has been set.  We hope to meet, and exceed, that new goal.  I trust our other local churches, schools, and organizations plan to do the same.  Blessings will abound!

Next Sunday, we will have the annual Lottie Moon Tea for our association in combination with Ladies’ Night.  All girls and youth are invited to come with their mother, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers.

Devotional, Scripture, Quotes, and a Song

  • “Outlasting Bitterness” – http://odb
  • If anyone has a complaint against another;                                                     even as Christ forgave you,                                                                                       so you also must do.                                                                                                                                                        ~Colossians 3:13~                                                 Notice that next to last word.  It’s not easy,                                                       but “must” leaves no room for doubt!
  • Hate hurts the hater more than the hated,

            no matter how justified it may seem.                                                                                                      

                                                                ~Our Daily Bread~

            When we forgive someone,    

             we look more like Jesus than at any other moment in our life.                                            

                                                                                                            ~Our Daily Bread~

Thankfulness: Day 23 – Today, I want to thank God for “timeless truths” (the site used above, but mainly the truths we have been taught which were taught to generations of families before us and will continue to be taught for generations of families until the Lord returns.

Hanging on to “timeless truths”!  We can both share them and still keep them!

Anna Lee

Monday Evening

Nicholas Anthony Saladino

Born: October 03, 1924
Died: November 16, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2808151&fh_id=10545

Dr. Sara Louise Foulks

Born: January 22, 1930
Died: November 16, 2014

       http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/2808348

Evelyn Ruth Bennett

Born: October 31, 1927
Died: November 16, 2014

     http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/2808160

Tuesday

                          “. . . the gospel is God’s power for salvation                                               to  everyone who believes. . . .”                                   ~Romans 1:16, NKJV~

 

Veteran’s Day – Today, we honor all who served in any branch of the military whether it was a long time ago or recently.  Our family cemetery, Taylor Cemetery, has only a few graves, but four are veterans.  One served in the Civil War, one in the War of 1812, one in WWII, and one one Vietnam.  The first three were named Grant and the last named Alfred.  I’m proud of my heritage, especially the veterans.  Honor those you know who have served.

 

Thankfulness: Day 11 – I’m proud of the military history I just mentioned.  I also have two male first cousins.  Both of them served during the 70’s.  My two uncles on Momma’s side of the family also served – one in WWII and one in the 50’s.  We have been so blessed as a country because of the great military our country is known for.

It takes many individuals to make the military.  I’m proud to see military people in airports and other places.  I can see the pride they bring their families.  I can also see the uncertainly of the future they all have in their hearts.  They bring tears to my eyes as I think of all they endure for me.

This summer, David and I saw numerous military people in another state. David took time to talk with the.  They seemed to appreciate his attention and kind words.  What a small price we pay for the sacrifices they make!

 

Macy Gueldner and her family had a long, busy day yesterday.  Please keep them in your prayers today.  Two posts from last night are included.  Please pray for this family.

“We should be home tonight!!! We’re waiting on some medical equipment, then we’re out of here. They’ve chosen an antibiotic that they hope to kill the bacteria in her line. It’s an IV medicine that I’ll have to give her 3 times a day for 2 weeks. Each infusion lasts an hour, so I’ll be infusing her before work, then rushing home after I finish my last class, then again late at night. I’m already exhausted from the last few days. If you see me in the coming days, just ignore the bags that will be building under my eyes!”

“I couldn’t make this stuff up if I tried….While waiting on Macy’s meds, pumps, and discharge, my already bad headache got much worse. I’ve never had a migraine, but I guess there’s a first time for everything. So, the full blown migraine (with vomiting and all) was NOT fun. In fact, when Macy finally got discharged, I couldn’t even walk. So, I was wheeled out in a wheelchair along with her (true story!) Thank God for Dee and Joan who had been with me all day. They made plans to bring me to Jeremy and my mom, but I finally felt god enough to drive. Guess what? The story’s not over…While unloading the car, the IV pump fell (and broke) on the driveway. Yep, the pump we waited on all day, and the pump that Macy needs to infuse her meds in a couple of hours. So, Jeremy was going to drive back to BR (mind you, we are an hour and a half away) but they called back and will send a delivery guy out to bring it to us… for me to infuse Macy in the middle of the night, then go teach 150 Biology students tomorrow!

Okay, that is all. I’ll end this post, so I can start writing my book.”

Sybil Watson McCray

Born: May 23, 1919
Died: November 02, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2798007&fh_id=10545

Fourteen Characteristics of Genuinely Friendly Churches –  Thom S. Rainer

http://thomrainer.com/2014/11/10/fourteen-characteristics-genuinely-friendly-churches/
Baptist Press – bpnews.net
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song
  • “The Drinking Gourd” – http://odb.org/
  • Shine as lights in the world,                                                                       holding fast the word of life.                                                                                         ~Philippians 2:15-16~
  • “Let Others see Jesus in You” – http://www.angelfire.com/ms/spiritual/page18.html

 

Your life may be the only Jesus some people see.  My life may be the only Jesus some people see.  I will have to do better.  How about you?

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

“Therefore, let it be known to you

that this saving work of God

has been sent to the Gentiles;

they will listen!”

~Acts 28:28, HCSB~

 

Mr. Bud Callihan is in North Oaks.  Please pray for him and his sweet family.

Mr. Alan Ray Blackwell is home, but has an important oncologist appointment tomorrow. Pray for him.

Cindy Juban, Andy Taylor’s sister, continues to have lots of appointments.  Pray for her as she now has some heart related tests and procedures.

Susan Rimes has an important appointment today to learn about removing her thyroid. Pray for her that this may be the solution to her body producing too much calcium that shows up as stones.

Macy Gueldner has good days and some days that are trying and difficult for her family.  Pray for her as she continues her battle.  Thank God for her family that has been so faithful to her needs.  Pray for Macy’s grandmother, Martha Pevey Dagroo as she begins her battle against cancer.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal/view/id/545ae05df020656c48b67286

Please pray for the family of Kay and Marty Simpson and Melissa Johnson.  Their mother’s sister, Ana Martinez, passed away.

Thankfulness, Day 6 – Today, I am thankful for the Thanksgiving season for two reasons. One, our ancestors recognized how important God has been in their individual lives and the life of our country  and set a special time of the year for us.  Two, we are reminded to count our blessings and thank the One who has done so much for us individually, as a family, as a church community, as a country, and as a world. The greatest thing is that Jesus died for the sins of all of us so that we might have a heavenly home forever when we leave this imperfect world.  There is no greater gift any of us could ever hope for!

Mallory Hatchel – I haven’t heard from Jennie yet this morning, but expect an update after the doctor makes rounds this morning.  I am thankful that her siblings could visit last night. They all had to wear blue gowns to be there.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scriptures, and a Song

  • “Horse Power” – http://odb.org/?tz=-06
  • I will praise You,                                                                                                         for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.                                                                                                              ~Psalm 139:14~                                                               
         “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from…the Father.”                                                                                                                              ~James 1:17~

The family that lost everything in a house fire Sunday is in need of beds and an electric stove.  If you can help, please let me know.

Thanks to all who keep me informed of announcements, praises, needs, and/or updates that should be on “The Prayer Link”.  You are a huge part of this effort.
Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

“I have made you a light for the Gentiles

to bring salvation to the ends of the earth.”

~Acts 13:34b, HCSB~

 

Thankfulness, Day 4:  Today, I want to add friends.  There are many of you.  Some are my age, some older, and some younger.  You live in Kentwood,  Roseland,  Amite,  Fluker, Osyka, Greensburg, and many other places.  We are connected through my school days, my school teaching days, churches, mutual friends, and other ways.  I just know you are there for me with a smile, a hug, a kind word, or a bit of encouragement.  Thank-you, God, for blessing me with so many friends!

Sherry Day shared her big news – NO CANCER!  She received the call yesterday afternoon.  Her family, friends, and many who don’t even know her have prayed.  Thank-you to each one for the prayers.  Thank-you, God, that you still have things for Sherry to do here on earth.

Another neighbor, Chris Wales, will be having surgery this afternoon.   It will be a “spinal decompression and fusion at 3:30 at the BRGenBluebonnet”.   Please pray for Chris and the family.

Continue to pray for Mr. Bobby Lawson who is in the V.A. Hospital in Jackson.

Johnnie “Lil-Man” Santangello will be having a MRI in Arizona this afternoon.  Pray that it shows improvement in treatment of his brain tumor.

Bert C. Sanchez, 59 – http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=bert-c-sanchez&pid=173033850&

Today at 11:00 at The Cafe, we will celebrate the birthday of some special “young” ladies from church.  How special this day is each month.

I’m happy to say that FBC, K has surpassed their goal for the Georgia Barnett Offering for State Missions.  Our goal was $8,000, but we have $9,236.30.  Giving directly to the mission offerings means that 100% goes to missions.  You can still give even though we have achieved our goal.  In fact, you can give to any of our mission offerings any time of the year. Thank-you for realizing the importance of missions!

It was great to be a part of the Baptist Women’s Day of Prayer yesterday.  Cora Morris at Hillsdale does a good job of involving ladies from a number of churches.  The fact that women all around the world were praying for the same thing on the same day was so inspiring.

Hope Center is continuing to do well.  There are 212 people signed up for the food bank and numerous regular customers at the store.  Needs are being met.  If you have any appliances, furniture, or household items, we can find them a new home.  Thanks to all who have volunteered to serve on a regular basis or to come when called.  You make the scheduling process so much easier.

Baptist Press –  bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Perception or Reality” – http://odb.org/?tz=-06
  • Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?                                                                                                                     ~Mark 4:38~
  • “Does Jesus Care?” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/d/o/doesjeca.htm
    • Are these words true?  YES!
    • I hope this song comes to you on a day when you need them.

Show know you care too!

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

“They continued steadfastly

in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship,

in the breaking of bread,

and in prayers.

And the Lord added to the church daily

those who were being saved.”

~Acts 2:42, 47b, NKJV~

 

Continue to pray for Nancy Carruth and Cindy Carmendelle.  They are in the midst of their recovery process, not at the end point yet.

Annabel W. Rutland

Born: September 17, 1939
Died: October 30, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2784970&fh_id=10545

Operation Christmas Child Packing Party for Shoeboxes

  • TONIGHT at 6:00 at FBC,K
  • Come out and be blessed by being a part.
  • Think of all the children who will not only receive a gift, but also be introduced to Jesus because of a red and green shoebox.

Gold City Quartet and Andy Taylor

  • Sunday at 6:00 P.M. at The Lord’s Church
  • Donations, but no tickets
  • What an opportunity for people of our area!

Hope Center (Roseland)

Hope had another good week.  People were able to receive/purchase things they needed at a very good price.  Lives of volunteers and customers have been blessed. Thanks to all who have helped in any way.  Stay tuned for more good reports!  God is at work!

Frozen Food Sunday

Tomorrow is our day to bring quart-size bags of frozen foods for a family who is most appreciative.  Thank you to those who have been so faithful each month.  The food will be delivered Sunday afternoon.

Baptist Press –  bpnews.net

Time change tonight!  Turn your clocks back.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Mosaic” – http://odb.org
  • We are His workmanship,                                                                               created in Christ Jesus for good works.                                                                                                      ~Ephesians 2:10~
James 1:22

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.

International Standard Version
Keep on being obedient to the word, and not merely being hearers who deceive themselves.

Be sure to read the paragraph about B.B. McKinney.  I love every song listed!
Many people get discouraged.  They focus on the small things and do not see the “big picture”.  Encourage then to continue to do what the Lord has for them to do do and not be discouraged!  Remind them of the goal, the earthly benefits, and the eternal rewards!
Anna Lee

Friday Evening

Bobby Lawson was taken to Veteran’s Hospital about noon today.  Please say some prayers for him and his family.

Alan Ray Blackwell had surgery this morning.  Please continue to pray for him.

Mrs. Theople Hurst is continuing with medical tests.  Please remember to pray for her.

John Wayne Grice

Born: August 17, 1948
Died: October 31, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2784952&fh_id=10545

Plan for the time change Saturday night.  It’s time to “fall back”.

Friday

“Giving all diligence,

add to your faith virtue,

to virtue knowledge,

to knowledge self-control,

to self-control perseverance,

to perseverance godliness,

to godliness brotherly kindness,

and to brotherly kindness love.”

~2 Peter 1:5-7~

 

Glen Magee is doing well following his surgery and is back in the kitchen at Smokehouse.  Thank God for a procedure that helped him.  Pray he continues to improve.

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal/view/id/5452bb98a589b40d60285303

The great “Nana” spoken of here is my friend Martha that I requested prayer for yesterday.  She is the one who sent me the very first message requesting prayer fo Macy.  Now, it’s our turn to say special prayers for her.

David and I visited Sherry Day yesterday.  There’s a possibility she may hear from her surgeon today.  If not, it will be Monday.  I know God will let her receive the biopsy results in His time.  Pray for Sherry, her family, and her friends.

Ray Blackwell is back in North Oaks.  Pray for the medical staff as they implant a screen to filter the possible movement of blood clots.

Eula Day Wilson Dunn Jenkins

Born: November 26, 1912
Died: October 29, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2784024&fh_id=10545

Sunday, we will be collecting frozen food to give to a family.  Pack your food in quart size bags and bring to my Sunday School classroom.  The food is greatly appreciated by the family.

Operation Christmas Child – http://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/

Operation Christmas Child on Facebook is a wealth of stories that will touch your heart.

OCC Packing Party

Join in the Christmas party and help to pack “shoeboxes” that will be given to children around the world by Samaritan’s purse.  The party will be in the fellowship hall of FBC,K Saturday evening at 6 P.M.  Wear your Christmas colors and bring your favorite Christmas party food.  Plan to be richly blessed as you bless little children around the world.

Don’t forget the WMU World Day of Prayer at Kedron Monday at 10:00.  The meeting will be followed by a potluck lunch.  Come and learn more about missions.

Another reminder: Gold City Southern Gospel Quartet and Andy Taylor will be singing at The Lord’s Church Sunday evening.  Donations will be taken, but no tickets sold.  Plan to enjoy a great, inspiring musical evening.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “What Love Is” – http://odb.org/?tz=-06
  • God demonstrates His own love toward us,                                                       in that while we were still sinners,                                                                 Christ died for us.                                                                                                                                                                  ~Romans 5:8~                                                       “God is love.                                                                                                         Whoever lives in love lives in God,                                                                       and God in him.”                                                                                                                                                                     ~1 John 4:16~
  • “Love Devine, All Loves Excelling”

  http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/d/ldalexcl.htm

I know the change in the weather is good for all of us.  Enjoy a little time outside in God’s wonderful creation.

Anna Lee