Category: Death Notice(s)

Sunday

Unless the LORD builds the house,

the builders labor in vain.

Unless the LORD watches over the city,

the guards stand watch in vain.

~Psalm 127:1~

 

George Cutrer of Osyka has had another problem and will need to be hospitalized a few more day.  Keep praying for him.

 

Pray for the people in the path of Hurricane Irma.

 

Darin Fontz article – http://www.houmatoday.com/sports/20170909/former-ed-white-coach-darin-fontz-dies

 

The children WILL have their regular Bible drill class tonight at 6 P.M. even though there are cottage prayer meeting going on all around town.  Revival services at FBC, Kentwood will begin in one week.

 

“Who is Georgia Barnett and What Difference Does it Make?”

 

WMU Georgia Barnett meeting tomorrow at 10 A.M. at FBC, Amite.  Rev. Don Meadows of Taylor Creek Baptist Church will be our speaker.  Tomorrow will be a good time to join us.

 

 

Have a wonderful Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday Evening

I thought I would give you some up prayer requests this evening.

Darren Fontz, brother of Jill Fussell, passed away.

 

 

Ida Jones Harrell

September 16, 1936 – September 08, 2017

VisitationMonday, September 11, 2017
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Red Bluff Baptist Church
1532 Red Bluff Church Rd
Greensburg, Louisiana 70441
VisitationTuesday, September 12, 2017
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Red Bluff Baptist Church
1532 Red Bluff Church Rd
Greensburg, Louisiana 70441
Funeral ServiceTuesday, September 12, 2017
11:00 AM

Red Bluff Baptist Church
1532 Red Bluff Church Rd
Greensburg, Louisiana 70441 

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/ida-harrell

 

 

VisitationSunday, September 10, 2017
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

First Baptist Church of Arcola
64401 I-55 Frontage Rd
Roseland, LA 70456
VisitationMonday, September 11, 2017
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

First Baptist Church of Arcola
64401 I-55 Frontage Rd
Roseland, LA 70456
Funeral ServiceMonday, September 11, 2017
11:00 AM

First Baptist Church of Arcola
64401 I-55 Frontage Rd
Roseland, LA 70456
 
http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/marvin-thompson?fh_id=10545
 
 
 
Prayer of Thanksgiving – Summer Clemons Blades is on her way home from St.Kitts via NYC.  Megan is staying to start more classes Monday.
 

Saturday

“Go out into the country lanes

and out behind the hedges

and urge anyone you find to come

, so that the house will be full.

For none of those I invited first

will get even the smallest taste

of what I had prepared for them.”

 ~Luke 14:23b-24 TLB~

 

Mrs. Juanita Pritchett‘s surgery went well.  Thank you for praying for her.

George Cutrer had has second surgery this week.  He had laser surgery for kidney stones.  Let’t pray he is finished with surgeries for now and will improve.

 

Hugh Vernon Frazier

September 13, 1934 – September 08, 2017

VisitationTuesday, September 12, 2017
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

New Zion Baptist Church
3841 Highway 38
Kentwood, Louisiana 70444
Funeral ServiceTuesday, September 12, 2017
2:00 PM New Zion Baptist Church
3841 Highway 38
Kentwood, Louisiana 70444

 

 

Read the Bible today – Mark 7-8 & Psalm 89

 

Friday Morning Bible Study will NOT meet next Friday, but will the following week.

 

Don’t forget your donations for Operation Christmas Child, La, Baptist Children’s Home, and Disaster Relief.

Pray for the people if the path of Hurricane Irma!

In the day of my trouble I will call upon You,

for You will answer me.

~Psalm 86:7 NASB~

Thank God for all those who are making conditions safer for Florida and for those who will be responding to their many needs.

 

Today, as you prepare for tomorrow, the Lord’s Day, it is a good day to invite someone to Sunday School and church.

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

Lord, let your ear be attentive

to the prayer of this your servant

and to the prayer of your servants

who delight in revering your name.

Give your servant success today

by granting him favor

in the presence of this man.”

I was cupbearer to the king.

~Nehemiah 1:11~

 

Wayne McNabb had a procedure that went well and should be home by now.  Thank God for this improvement.

 

Glenda (Sherer) Eads

February 6, 1941 ~ September 1, 2017 (age 76)

http://www.hazelgreenfuneralhome.com/notices/Glenda-Eads

 

 

Don’t forget to bring your food/cleaning supplies donations for LA Baptist Children’s Home.  You have two more weeks to bring them to FBC, Kentwood.

Operation Christmas Child – Please bring your donations of pens and hair brushes to my classroom before Sunday School tomorrow or to the tote under the stairs to the balcony.

Carpenters for Christ (Perry Lee, formerly of Easleyville)

My name is Perry lee. I grew up north of Easleyville and married Janella Adams from Kentwood. My brother George and Alice attend FBC Kentwood.
I have lived in MS for 42 years and served as County Agent for Miss State University for 32 years and State Senator for 12 years.
I have worked with 125 Christian men from 13 Southeastern states in a group called Carpenters for Christ. The group has been in existence for 32 years and has built a church somewhere in the southeastern states each year. We built a church in the Lafayette community around 20 years ago.
We were in Illinois last summer and are presently seeking God’s direction for next June. We would love to talk with anyone who needs help in rebuilding God’s house after this catastrophe.
We build from the slab up and try to dry it in the week we are on site in June. We are not equipped to remodel.
I can be reached at (601) 955-6753 or home (601) 846-1178 for further details.

 

Needed – Someone to transport a lady to McComb on the 13th and/or to Brookhaven on the 18th.  You can contact me to volunteer.

 

 

Read the Bible – Matthew 21-22 & Psalm 91

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Have a good day today.  Serve God and others.

Anna Lee

 

Baptist Press Articles Yesterday

Ala. coach finds Christ, renews football zeal

Former University of Alabama football coach Mike DuBose says his two favorite words in the Bible are “but God” in Ephesians 2:4. He believes the description of spiritual transformation those words introduce mirrors the work of God he has experienced, beginning toward the end of a trying stint nearly two decades ago as leader of one of college football’s winningest programs.

Baptist crews on site; Trump calls nation to prayer

Southern Baptist crews from Texas churches continue feeding operations. In Washington, President Trump signed a proclamation designating Sunday (Sept. 3) as a National Day of Prayer for people impacted by Harvey’s historic onslaught in Texas and Louisiana.

Trump meets with SBC’s Ezell, other relief leaders

President Donald Trump meets with Kevin Ezell of the North American Mission Board and leaders of the American Red Cross and Salvation Army to discuss relief efforts in south Texas.

Moore joins call for ‘solution’ for childhood immigrants

Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission President Russell Moore is among a coalition of evangelicals urging government leaders not to deport individuals brought to the United States illegally when they were children.

LifeWay, WMU commit to helping Houston-area churches recover

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey to Houston-area churches, LifeWay Christian Resources and Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU) were among those this week offering support through the recovery process.

9/11 petition seeks annual prayer, fasting, repentance

The interdenominational Christian group “In God We Trust” has collected more than 97,000 signatures in petitioning President Donald Trump to declare Sept. 11 an annual day of prayer, fasting and repentance.

Financial tips for churches, ministries in wake of Harvey

In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, GuideStone Financial Resources is offering tips for churches and ministries faced with property damage and claims.

Friday ‘s Addition

Rev. Bobby Eads mother passed away.

Funeral services for Mrs. Glenda Eads will be Sunday at 4pm at the First Baptist Church of Hazel Green. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service. On Monday, visitation will be from 10 until 11am at First Baptist Church of Carbon HIll, Alabama. A graveside service will follow the visitation and will be held at Shiloh Cemetery where Mrs. Eads will be interred beside her husband. We will be posting a complete obituary soon.

 

I lost the other post again.  I’ll start over in the morning.

Sunday

“My Father is glorified and honored by this,

when you bear much fruit.” 

~John 15:8a AMP~

 

Once again, the news story of   the day is Hurricane Harvey.  Friends report rivers in their streets, seemingly endless rain, tornado warnings, wind damage, but no loss of life, even though the news reports say three deaths.  I was just reminded this is all at the end of a week that started with an eclipse.  Last Sunday night, the children’s Bible Drill class focused on he story of the Creation from Genesis.  In reality, the story of any and all days should be Jesus!  This day, Jesus is working in hearts of people around the world.  Let’s pray they say, “Yes” to the most important choice they will ever make.

 

Frank John van Mullem

Frank John van Mullem 
  • November 8, 1946 – August 24, 2017
  • Hammond, Louisiana
  • VISITATION

    Monday, August 28
    6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Harry McKneely & Son – Hammond

    2000 N. Morrison Blvd. Hammond, LA 70401

    Get Directions 

    VISITATION

    Tuesday, August 29
    9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

    St. Albert Catholic Student Center

    409 W. Dakota Street Hammond, LA 70401

    Get Directions 


    FUNERAL MASS

    Tuesday, August 29
    11:00 AM

    St. Albert Catholic Student Center

    409 W. Dakota Street Hammond, LA 70401

     

 

 

Operation Christmas Child donations can be left in my Sunday School classroom before Sunday School or in the tote under the table under the stairs to the balcony.

 

Food for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home Fall Food Round-Up can be left in the stairwell at the office entrance to the fellowship hall.  The deadline is September 18th.

 

 

Pray for the up-coming revival at FBC, Kentwood.

 

The weather has surely caused some extra praying the last few days.  Let’s keep up the prayers even when the present weather calms down.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Friday

Glory in his holy name;
let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice.

~1 Chronicles 16:10~

  • Pray for our daughter and grandson as they prepare to fly home Sunday.
  • We were blessed to get to visit with the Dillons on their 70th anniversary.  They have been a blessing to us.
  • There are several people preparing for surgery in the next few weeks.  Please pray for them.
 
  • Hurricane Harvey – Pray for those who will be in the path of the storm
Richard Wiley Ridgedell

May 21, 1946 – August 23, 2017

VisitationSaturday, August 26, 2017
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Funeral ServiceSaturday, August 26, 2017
11:00 AMMcKneely Funeral Home – Amite
110 E. Factory St.
Amite, Louisiana 70422

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/richard-ridgedell?fh_id=10545
 
 
 
Larry Gene Little, Sr.

February 29, 1944 – August 23, 2017

VisitationSaturday, August 26, 2017
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM 

Memorial ServiceSaturday, August 26, 2017
9:00 AMMcKneely Funeral Home – Amite
110 E. Factory St.
Amite, Louisiana 70422

 

  • Read the Bible – Matthew 5-6, Psalm 83, & Video “The Law”
  • Items needed by Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home: Body wash, Bottled juice, Children’s cereal, Cleaning supplies, Cooking oil, Corn meal, Flavorings, Freezer bags, Canned fruit, Gravy mixes, Hand soap/Sanitizer, Kool aid, Laundry detergent (HE liquid), Mayonnaise, Napkins, Onion soup mix, Pam cooking spray, Pickles/Relish, Pop Tarts, Rice, Salad dressings, Velveeda cheese.  Your donations can be dropped off at the office entrance stairwell.

 

Today is a good day to invite someone to church!
Anna Lee

Thursday

“Give yourselves completely to God,

for you were dead, but now you have new life.

So use your whole body as an instrument

to do what is right for the glory of God.”

 ~Romans 6:13b NLT~

 

 

Please pray for Phillip Strickland.  He has had better weeks.  Please pray for his family as you pray for him.

 

Tedd and Kayla Titus’ baby will need some surgeries.  Please pray for doctors as they make timing decisions and for the family as they have to visit the baby at the hospital and not have him at home.

 

Yesterday, Mrs. Ruby Dillon had her best day since the hospital stays.  Thank God for good progress for her.  Please continue to pray for Mr. “Cete”.

 

Hurricane Harvey seems to be headed for Texas.  Pray for those in its path.  In our area, it now seems like we will have much rain.

Charles Dewitt Strickland

May 13, 1947 – August 22, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/charles-strickland?fh_id=10545

VisitationThursday, August 24, 2017
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

McKneely Funeral Home – Amite
110 E. Factory St.
Amite, Louisiana 70422 
VisitationFriday, August 25, 2017
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

East Fork Baptist Church
17278 Highway 1054
Kentwood, LA 70444 
Funeral ServiceFriday, August 25, 2017
11:00 AM

East Fork Baptist Church
17278 Highway 1054
Kentwood, LA 70444
 
 
 

 

Read the Bible – Matthew 3-4, Psalm 82, and video “Freedom” found at http://bibleproject.com

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

The Friday morning Bible study group will not meet this week, but will meet next Friday.

Prayer meeting for the upcoming revival will begin Sunday evening.  Contact the church office for dates, locations, and times.  The children will still meet at the church for their Bible Drill class.

 

The value of this day will best be measured by what you do for others, not what others do for you!

Anna Lee

 

 

Wednesday

In the same way, faith by itself,

if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.

~James 2:17~

 

Betty Simpson is having a problem with bursitis in her left shoulder.  Let’s pray she gets to feeling better real soon.

 

Jeffrey Brister‘s surgery for complete shoulder replacement went well.  Now, the time for recovery and therapy will begin.  Pray he gets full use of his shoulder and arm.

 

Bobby Forbes is home and feeling so much better.  Thank you for your prayers.  Keep praying for the lab reports that are due later this week.

 

I’ve been watching some weather maps showing a renewed Gulf storm named Harvey.  It looks like we are in for lots of rain.  Let’s pray He blows himself out before reaching us.

 

Kathren Daniel Miller

February 01, 1967 – August 19, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/kathren-miller?fh_id=10545

 

 

Read the Bible – Matthew 1-2, Psalm 81, and video Matthew 1-13 which can be found at http://bibleproject.com.

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

Children in Action will meet at 6 P.M. tonight at FBC, Kentwood.

The Friday Morning Bible Study will NOT meet this week.  We will meet the following Friday at 10 A.M.

We had a nice “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party yesterday.  Next month, we will meet September 26th.

Don’t forget your items for the Fall Food Round-Up.  Leave them under the stairwell to the church office.  The truck will be here September 18th to pick up our items for the LA Baptist Children’s Home.

Items for Operation Christmas Child can be left in my classroom or in the box under the stairs to the balcony.  This week, we are collecting bandanas.  The following week we will focus on brushes and combs.  We could use a few more boxes of markers, highlighters, crayons, pencils, pens, and calculators.                                                               We are progressing well.  We have been working a little each week to keep everything organized.  I get excited every time I get to work there.   If you want to help some, please let me know.

 

Have a wonderful day today.  
Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

 

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said,

“I am the light of the world.

Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness,

but will have the light of life.”

~John 8:12~

 

Don Clemons seems to have good reports following his surgery.  Let’s join the family in thanking God for this.

Jimmy Alford, David brother. called yesterday to say his doctors see his cancer growing.  He’s waiting for additional information.

Bobby Forbes is expected to be able to return home today.  Let’s pray this happens.  Janie, his wife is a former nurse who will be giving him extra good care at home.

Tom Brister is undergoing tests.  Please pray for him.

 

Marsha Mistoler Reid

April 23, 1950 – August 19, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/marsha-reid

 

 

Read the Bible – II Chronicles 35-36 & Psalm 80

 

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – This morning at 11:00 at The Cafe

Honoring: Lois Pittman, Fay Raborn, Molly Carter, Frances Gay, Fay Shoemaker, Eva Watts, Carol Jean Conerly, Evelyn Bridges, Ferrie Gene Blackmon, Sue Connelly

 

 

Operation Christmas Child 

David and I shopped yesterday and made many good purchases.  I’m so anxious to open all the bags and look at the items all at the same time.  We found calculators for $.94 at Walmart in McComb (and bought them all), colored pens, jump ropes, small cars, plastic animals, soap, etc.  We experienced excitement and joy as we thought about the children who will receive the shoe boxes in a few months.

Items we didn’t purchase yesterday, but still need – small flashlights and extra batteries, washcloths, and bandanas.

 

 

The SON shines every day!

Anna Lee