Category: Devotional

Friday

I know that my Redeemer lives,

and that in the end

he will stand upon the earth.

~Job 19:25~

Ronnie Byrd (from Bill Frazier)

Please add my brother-in-law, Ronnie Byrd to the prayer list, he is
having quad bypass heart surgery Friday morning

Bentley Williams

Please continue to pray for this toddler who was involved in a four-wheeler accident.

 

Women’s Life Ministries

Women’s Life Ministries has need of baby formula, diapers, wipes and baby clothing (gently used). At times babies out grow or Doctor changes baby’s formula so remember WLM at this time. It could help other mommies who desperately need it for the babies
Telephone:985 747-0602 109 E. Mulberry St. Amite, La. 70422.

If you have items to contribute, feel free to call or visit Theresa Ragusa at this location.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net
 Read the Bible in 2015 – Lamentations –www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Lamentations+1-5&version=NLT 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “What We Do” – odb.org
  • One thing I do . . .                                                                                                                                             I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.                                                                                                                                  ~Philippians 3:13-14~
  • “Onward Christian Soldiers” – www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/n/onwardcs.htm

I sang this song and marched around the house or yard as a child.  Did you?

 

This morning, it’s onward to VBS!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“That I may open my mouth boldly

to make known the mystery of the gospel . . .

that in it I may speak boldly,

as I ought to speak.”

~Ephesians 6:19b-20, NKJV~

(This is my prayer for each and every  teacher at any VBS in any church this summer.)

Mike Miller

Yesterday, Beverly Rohbacker asked for prayer for her cousin, Mike Miller.  She quickly told me he is NOT the Mike Miller from Kentwood.  This Mike had polio as a child.  I asked was he from Roseland.  Yes, he is the one many of us knew many years ago.  He is now 59 and in ICU at Brookhaven.  Please pray for Mike and his family.

Jadon’s Journey

We have been spending alot of time in waiting rooms. Dentist said no cavities for Jacob and Jadon. Orthotic specialist said we will order new braces for Jadon at the end of July. ENT said Jacob has to have his tubes removed next Tuesday and neurologist said that Jadon is doing fantastic. After Tuesday we should be done for a while!!

Kathy Smith

I don’t know all the details, but Bro. Danny Smith’s wife has had surgery followed by additional problems.  Please pray for Kathy and her family.  Bro. Danny is so faithful to visit Kentwood people who are hospitalized.  We certainly need to add them to our prayer list.

Eleanor Morris

Eleanor Morris went to her doctor yesterday.  She had some chest pains and was rushed to OLOL and admitted.  The doctor DOES NOT think she had a heart problem, but she was admitted for tests to learn more.  She should be released today unless results from tests show a need for a longer stay.  As you pray for her, pray for her family.  Eleanor is usually the caregiver for them.

New Baby – Rebekah Josephine Humphrey

Rev. and Mrs. Byron Humphrey of Roseland  and Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester Humphrey, grandparents, are proud of this new child in the family.  She was born yesterday (7.16 lbs & 19.5 inches).  I know her great-grandmother “Miss” Jo (Josephine Williams of Amite) is smiling down from Heaven.

East Fork Baptist Church

A team from East Fork has gone to Houston to do “mud-out” following the flooding last week.  Thank God for a team that is trained and ready to go and serve others.  May their efforts lead to opportunities to share Jesus.  Way to go, East Fork!

VBS at The Lord’s Church

Next week, June 8-12, TLC will have VBS from 6:00 – 9:30 Monday – Friday.  Their theme is “Fun Run”.  You can call 229-8621 or visit www.thelordschurchkentwood.org for more information.

Rev. Charles Kirkfield

A former student from Independence said Rev. Charles Kirkfield passed away.  He was the pastor in Independence for many years.  I taught both of his children and had several connections to him and his family.  Please pray for the family at this time.  Thank God for a man who served Him for so many years.

Operation Christmas Child – I trust you are collecting for October, 2015 packing.

Julia was born in Ukraine into a family full of poverty, pain and addiction. When she was 8-years-old, Julia’s father took all of their possessions and left her and her mother. One day, her mother was invited to church by a friend and gave her life to the Lord. Soon after, Julia’s church received brightly colored shoeboxes. Julia not only got a gift that day, but finally something to call her own. In her box she found candy, jewelry and other girl items. Julia said the shoebox gift gave her hope of a safe place. Eventually, Julia started working with the group who delivered the shoebox gifts and began reaching out to other children who grew up like she did. Julia’s own shoebox gave her more than material items; it gave her hope and reminded her that the Lord would keep her safe.

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 63-65

I always link you to the New International Translation (NIT), but feel free to follow the link and then change the translation at the top of the page.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Something New” –  odb.org  (You can listen to this by clicking the proper link on the page.  This may enable you to share with someone who no longer enjoys reading.)
  • We are His workmanship,                                                                                                                   created in Christ Jesus for good works,                                                                                       which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.                                                                                                                                              ~Ephesians 2:10~
  • “Something Beautiful” –  http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/b/bill_gaither/something_beautiful.html

Baptist Press – bpnews.org

I’m looking forward to teaching missions at FBC, Kentwood VBS this morning.  Please pray for all the children as they learn and have fun in the various classes.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Tell them to use their money to do good.

They should be rich in good works

and should give happily to those in need,

always being ready to share with others

whatever God has given them.

By doing this they will be storing up

real treasure for themselves in heaven —

it is the only safe investment for eternity!

And they will be living a fruitful Christian life

down here as well.”

~1 Timothy 6:18-19 TLB~

 

Summer Mixon 

Update 6/1:

Summer Mixon is being transferred to Tulane tomorrow if all goes as planned. Her liver enzymes and bilirubin keep going up so they are moving her to where the liver specialist is located. Thank you to Donnie Stratton for taking care of our girl, we are so blessed to have you in our life. Thank you everyone for all the prayers, Jesus has this and we are believing that she will be healed.

Rev. Bill Ichter was the youth minister when I was a child.  Later, God sent Jennie to Brazil to teach his grandchildren for two years.  We stay connected.

Tomorrow,June 2,we celebrate 66 years of marriage. It will be a bitter sweet occasion. Joy and gratitude to God for these years;BUT sadness because my dear wife,-for sometime now has had Alzeimers, an illness that little by little takes all of the personality from the person. We are grateful to God,because if He had not given us long lives(I will be 90 this year, and she will be 85.) we would not have the problems we are having, problems that normally affect older people.

She has been a faithful and virtuous woman;admirable mother of 4 children she dedicated much of her time taking care of while I traveled all over Brazil and other parts of the world; an exemplary grandmother and great grandmother. God has been very merciful to us, because she perceives absolutely nothing. that is happening to her.,however those of us who take care of her see her precious personality disappearing little by little.I am so grateful to God for having brought Alana and Ron back after serving 31 years in Brazil exactly at this time that I need them so much.

VBS, Day 2 at FBC, Kentwood begins at 8:30 this morning.

There will be no Friday morning Bible study this week because of VBS.

Frozen Food for Families

Sunday, is our day to bring frozen food to my Sunday School room so it can be distributed later that day.  Share some by placing it in quart size freezer bags and labeling it.

Read the Bible in 2015 – I Kings 1-4

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture,  a Quote, and a Song

  • “Feeling Insignificant?” – odb.org
  •  I will praise You,                                                                                                                                             for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.                                                                                                                                               ~Psalm 139:14~
  • ” Lord, I look out into the vastness of the heavens                                                                 and I see the grandeur of Your infinite power,                                                                           yet You look at me from heaven and see someone You know, love, and care about. Thank You that You find value in me.”
  • “This is My Father’s World” –  http://www.hymnsite.com/lyrics/umh144.sht

Invest in people today!

Anna Lee

Monday

Surprise!  I didn’t think I would be posting this A.M., but here I am.

 

“All of you should be of one mind.

Sympathize with each other.

Love each other as brothers and sisters.

Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude.”

~1 Peter 3:8 NIV~

 

Sylvester Humphrey (Director of Hope Center)

Sylvester was discharged from the hospital today; nearly two weeks in the hospital. Thank you all for the prayers. Please continue to pray for his complete recovery, as he still has some time before he is completely well. His blood count is still really low, and will be requiring Home Health, antibiotics, PT, respiratory treatments, etc. God is so good. He has blessed us through all of this. It is a blessing to have so many praying for him!! We love you all!!!

Doug Toney

Sunday May 31, 2015
Update: Doug is doing so much better, but has a very very long road of healing ahead of him. He was cleared to eat yesterday, but is having trouble with that. It will take time. He is awake more and talking more. Please continue to pray.

Summer Mixon

Update 5/31:  Summer Mixon is in a room, she is still having issues with her bilirubin being elevated. The doctors are consulting with a Tulane and Ochner liver specialist to discuss the next step in her recovery. As of now they are thinking she will need to be moved to Tulane or Ochner to be where the specialist is located but have not made any arrangements to move her as of yet. Thank you everyone for the continued prayers.

Koltyn Gafford

Koltyn is progressing very well with his therapy. He is able to pull his head up and hold it upright from a pull to sit position. This picture was taken while Brad was carrying him and he was picking his head up off his shoulders all by hisself.
His arms and legs are moving all over the place.
He is able to roll to his side unassisted.
He hates tummy time.
Just the other day we were given/donated a stander that helps him build his leg muscles back up. He has been able to stand in it for about 15mins at a time without his knees buckling, which is awesome. His personality is definitely starting to come back a lil more each and everyday. Anytime you talk to him he smiles or even chuckles back at you. This has been the greatest accomplishment for me to watch so far!
He is starting to recognize things and people a lot better. Kyler is able to keep him smiling and laughing all the time. He loves to watch his favorite character Marshal on Paw Patrol, it makes him laugh as well.
We are still having some issues with seizures which some days are better than others but aren’t going to get us down. We keep striving to get him to his next level of achievement. He is a very strong brave lil boy and will continue to progress each and every second of everyday.

Read the Bible in 2015 –  Exodus 33 – 36

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “The Blame Game” –  odb.org
  • The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, “Behold!                               The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!                                                                                                                                                                                             ~John 1:29~
  • What Can Wash Away My Sin?   (Nothing But the Blood)- http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/n/b/nbtblood.htm

VBS at 8:30 this morning at 8:30.  Come early for registration.

Anna Lee

Sunday

 

          But from everlasting to everlasting

                               the LORD’s love

                  is with those who fear him,

                      and His righteousness

           with their children’s children–

                            ~Psalm 103:17~

Does this verse remind you of Mr. Charley Kuss?  It does me.

Mr. Charley was know for praying for his children and his “children’s children”.

Summer Mixon was better today and moved to a regular hospital room.  Thank you for your continued prayers for her.

Please continue to pray for Earl Warren who is hospitalised in Covington.

Add Mrs. Ava Ballard to your list.  She is also in Covington.  Despite numerous tests, the cause of her pneumonia has not yet been identified.  Please pray for her.

Ivy McDaniel, Jr.

(October 15, 1939 – May 30, 2015) 

http://www.catchingsfuneralhome.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3125868&fh_id=12254

Read the Bible in 2015 – Colossians 1-3

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Have a great Lord’s Day!  

Anna Lee

P.S.  Monday’s Prayer Link will be posted in the afternoon.  “See” you then.

Saturday

“God has listened;

He has paid attention

to the sound of my prayer.

~Psalm 66:19, HCSB~

 

Please add Earl Warren of Roseland to your prayer list.  He is hospitalized in Covington.

I’m so thankful to add that Summer Mixon is improving.  Keep praying.

Terry Asher Turner

Born: September 16, 1949
Died: May 27, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3125480&fh_id=10545

Read the Bible in 2015  –  Luke 7-8

Devotional, Scripture, & a Song

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Keep praying.  

“God has listened; 

He has paid attention 

to the sound of my prayer. 

~Psalm 66:19, HCSB~

Pray for V.B.S.!

Anna Lee

Friday

“We are co-workers in God’s service.”   

1 Corinthians 3:9 NIV

 

“Each of us finds our meaning and function

as a part of [Christ’s] body.

But as a chopped-off finger or cut-off toe

we wouldn’t amount to much, would we?”

 ~Romans 12:5 MSG~

 

“Two are better off than one,

because together they can work more effectively” 

Ecclesiastes 4:9 GNT

I hope you found a message in these Scripture.  I did!

Sylvester Humphrey is doing much better.  He has been moved to a regular room and no longer requires oxygen.  Pray for him (and Shirley) as he continues to improve.

Doug Toney is also progressing.  Please continue to pray for endurance for a long recovery for both Doug and Sandy.

Robbie Lynn Callihan Kirby has, thankfully, completed two years since being cleared of pancreatic surgery.  Please continue to pray for her.

Dr. Derry Magee is preparing for his heavenly home and will get his ticket there in a few days.  He family is arriving to be there for his “departure”.  I must add that he and “Miss” Dora were so special to our family when we moved to Kentwood.  We, like many others, felt a big hole in our town when they had the opportunity to go to Texas A&M.  Heaven will be gaining a great Christian man.

Michael (Mickey) Joseph Catalanotto

Born: May 14, 1933
Died: May 28, 2015

Michael (Mickey) Joseph Catalanotto, 82, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2015 at his home in Roseland, LA. He was born May 14, 1933 in Amite, LA to Charles and Lucy Bellavia Catalanotto. Mickey grew up in Amite, LA. He attended Amite High School where he became known as “Cadillac” Catalanotto and was the “STAR” fullback for the Warriors. He continued his football career in college at LSU and played on the Freshman Baby Bengals team. “Cadillac” was known for “eating up a lot of yardage through the middle and off the ends.” Mickey married Betty Jean Strickland in 1953 in Raymond, MS. They were happily married for 63 years at the time of his death. Mickey began his teaching career at Kohn Junior High School in New Orleans where he taught and coached for 27 years. He completed his last three years as a teacher and coach at Independence High School. Mickey was a 3rd degree member of Knights of Columbus, Council 10911, and was instrumental in organizing the semi-annual Chicken Barbeques held at St. Helena Catholic Church Hall. Mickey was an avid outdoorsman. During the summer months, he spent time on his custom built shrimp boat, “Big Blue”. A good yield would be 800 pounds of shrimp and 3 hampers of crabs in one night. When Mickey and Betty moved to Roseland in 1982, he had a special connection with the land where he lived and would take great pride in grooming it and raising cattle. One of his favorite things to do was fishing. He always had an entertaining tale to tell after fishing with his friends or family. Mickey loved hunting with his beloved sidekick, Mocha. He was so proud of Mocha’s accomplishment as a Hunting Retriever Champion and played a big role in training Mocha. Mickey is survived by his spouse, Betty Strickland Catalanotto of Roseland; his children, Michael Charles Catalanotto (Toni) of Kenner, Judith Catalanotto Tesvich (Peter) of Hammond and one brother, Emile Catalanotto (Brenda) of Amite. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Amanda Tesvich Brown (Mark) of Charlottesville, VA, Preston Luke Tesvich of Melbourne, FL and Madison Laurel Catalanotto of Baton Rouge. In addition, Mickey is survived by a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Mickey was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Catalanotto and Lucy Bellavia Catalanotto. A funeral mass will be celebrated by Father Mark Beard and visitation will be held at St. Helena Catholic Church Hall at 122 South 1st Street, Amite, LA 70422 (985) 687-8422 on Monday, June 1, 2015. Visitation will begin at 8:30 AM and a funeral mass will begin at 12:00 Noon. Burial will follow the funeral mass at Greensburg Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Nic LaBarbera, Mark Kolwe, Greg Marten, J.E. Lee, Mark Catalanotto and Daniel Goldsby. Honorary pallbearers will be Angelo Giardina, Charles Santora, Tommy Bellavia and John Campo. Masses said in Mickey’s honor will be most appreciated. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015 –https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah+47-52&version=NIV

Devotional, Scripture, & a Song

  • “Mysterious Ways” –  http://odb.org
  • As the heavens are higher than the earth,                                                                                         so are My ways higher than your ways.                                                                                                           ~Isaiah 55:9~
  • “We’ll Understand it Better By and By”

Remember, we are co-laborers!  Each of us has our responsibilities!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

 And Mary said:

“My soul glorifies the Lord 

and my spirit rejoices

in God my Savior.

~Luke 1:46-47~

Summer Mixon

Terry’s (Dad’s) Update 5/26:

Summer Mixon is in Critical but stable condition. Her vent O2 is at 40% and the peek is at 5. They started a test phase where they are they are letting her breath on her own without assistance from the vent for a couple of hours. Kidney functions have improved. Liver panel will be done tomorrow to check it. A BigThank you to everyone one again for all the prayers. Jesus has His hand on her!

Updater (Yesterday)

Please stop and say a prayer for Summer! They turned the vent off and will leave it off for two hours. She is on oxygen and her level is at 92% (I hope I’m explaining right)! If she does well they will most likely take tube out tomorrow!! I don’t have anymore info but I promise to update as soon as I do!! Please also continue to pray…. ! This is the first day that terry hasn’t been there because he had to work frown emoticon
It is very difficult but we know that God has this!!
Thank you all again!!

Devotional, Scripture, a Quote, & a Song

  • “Marked By His Name” – odb.org

  • The disciples were first called Christians in Antioch.                                                                    ~Acts 11:26~            
  • “Those who bear Christ’s name identify with Him because we have been changed by His love and grace. We declare to the world that He has made an eternal difference in our lives and we long for that in the hearts of others too.”
  • “Onward, Christian Soldiers” –  https://www.hymnal.net/en/hymn/h/871

My memories of this great hymn go back as far as my memory allows.  I’m sure the same if true for many of you.  Be sure to read the interesting comments as you listen and pat your feet.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 60-62

Lowry Grambling Carruth

Lowry Grambling Carruth passed away Saturday, May 23, 2015 at the age of 86. He was born and raised in New Orleans. After graduating from Warren Eastern High school and LSU, he became a contractor building houses in Lakeview. Later he started a family business with his brother, father and uncle, Carruth Brother’s Lumber Company, which he handed down to his sons and grandsons. He was a long term member of First United Methodist Church on Canal St., where he sang in the choir for many years. He was a selfless and faithful servant of Jesus Christ who truly lived the Gospel. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, and father-in-law who taught his children a strong work ethic, Christian values, and love of family. He will be sadly missed by Lois Evelyn Moody Carruth, his wife of 64 years; his five children, Linda Galloway (Sidney), Lloyd (Elizabeth), Lee (Diane), Wayne (Sharon) and Donald (Lener); 20 grandchildren and great grandchildren; his sister, Alice Mayeur; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Ellison McGehee and Meta Easley Carruth and his brother H. A. “Buddy” Carruth. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. A graveside service will be held at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Kentwood, La at 3893 Highway 440, Kentwood, LA 70444. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Odyssey House of New Orleans http://ohlinc.org/donate.html or the Salvation Army. To view and sign the family guestbook, please log on to www.lakelawnmetairie.com.
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from May 25 to May 31, 2015

– See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theneworleansadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=lowry-grambling-carruth&pid=174934043&fhid=5630#sthash.eHGzEjWN.dpuf

VBS at FBC, Kentwood

  • Next week, 8:30 – 11:30 A.M.
  • Contact the church office for more information. 229-8111

Have a great day.  Be a blessing to someone.  Share God’s love in any way you choose.

Anna Lee

                                                                 

Tuesday

“Give special attention

to those who are in the family of believers.”

~Galatians 6:10 NCV~

Yes, that is in the Bible!

Devotional, Scripture, & a Song

  • “Calming The Storm” – odb.org

  • He arose and rebuked the wind,                                                                                                                and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!”                                                                                                      And the wind ceased and there was a great calm.                                                                                             ~Mark 4:39~
  • “Peace be Still” –  http://www.hymnary.org/text/master_the_tempest_is_raging

As a child, I remember the music building up and then, the peace that followed.  I              have tried to always remember that calming peace and the one who provides the “peace during the storm”.

 

Read the Bible in 2015 –  2 Samuel 20-24

 

Women’s Ministry today –  “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party”

  • 11 A.M. TODAY
  • The Cafe (side room)
  • Honors ladies who are 60+ and celebrating birthdays this month.
  • All ladies are welcome.  Children and grandchildren too!
  • Dutch treat!

 

The weather will bring storms today.  Remember the one who “calms the storm”!

Anna Lee

Monday

“Epaphras … always prays for you

that you will grow to be spiritually mature.”

~Colossians 4:12a NCV~

 

Summer Mixon

….(Summer’s kidney) functions have improved slightly and should continue on an upswing. She is still critical but stable all vital signs are good. Vent is still at 70%.  She is showing some fluid outside the lungs due to the heavy amount of fluids they have been giving her. They will watch and drain if necessary. She is still heavily sedated. Thank you for all the prayers and support for our family and Summer.  Jesus has His hand on us.

Sylvester Humphrey

Syl is doing better, but is stuck in ICU.  The doctor said Saturday that Syl still has quite a way to go and that it will be a slow process.  Shirley, his wife, is a good caregiver.

Susie Wales

“Miss” Susie is still at Ginger’s.  The phone number there is 225-292-2932.  It seems like she will be back in St. Helena in a few days.  Thank you for praying.

 

Koltyn Gafford

The Gafford family is seeing amazing progress with Koltyn that they thought a few months ago would not be possible – with greater muscle control and the revival of his personality. Please continue to pray that the seizures will end and that this sweet fella will continue to touch the lives of all he meets. And continue to pray for Kristin and Brad and the rest of the family as they face new challenges in the days to come. “This is amazing grace…that I would be set free. Oh, Jesus I sing for all that you’ve done for me.”

Devotional, Scripture, & a Song

Read the Bible in 2015 – Exodus 29-32

Have a great day celebrating the memory of those who gave their all for our country,

Anna Lee