Category: Family

Wednesday

 

“Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes.

God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ.

This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure.”

~Ephesians 1:4-5 (NLT)~

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for Barbara Daniels Yerby. Yesterday, she was given a  treatment to help clear/heal her lungs and had no complications. Then, she was sent home to rest and let the treatment work.. Your prayers will be appreciated by Barbara and her family.

 

 

 

Leone (Rogers) Reynolds 1925 – 2020

(Mother of my friend. the Louisiana Baptist WMU Director, Janie Wise)

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Funeral services for Leone Reynolds, 95, of Portales, will be 10:00 AM, Wed.nesday, September 23, 2020, at the University Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Smith officiating, assisted by Timothy Smith.  Burial will follow in the Portales Cemetery with Glen McAfee, Gene Bundy, Tommy Kent, Don Keneipp, David Moon, Mike Madden, John King and Lance Hill serving as pallbearers.  All her many friends will serve as honorary pallbearers.  Memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Baptist Children’s Home, P O Box 629, Portales, NM 88130 or to the Gideon’s International.  The family will receive guests at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 PM.
Leone Reynolds was born July 31, 1925, in Dickens County, TX to the home of Nona Leone (Battle) and Riley Elmer Rogers, and died September 19, 2020, in Albuquerque.  Mrs. Reynolds grew up in Dickens County, and graduated from Patton Springs High School in 1941.  On September 9, 1941 at the Dickens County Courthouse she was married to George Reynolds, who was on leave from the Army.  They moved to El Paso, and while living there, Leone worked at Mountain Bell Telephone.  When he was sent overseas, Leone joined her family who were living in Dora, NM.  When he returned from his duty, she rejoined him in El Paso.  Upon his discharge, they came to Roosevelt County and farmed south of Portales.  For the first few years she was a stay at home mom.  Eventually she went to work in the school cafeterias, first at Lindsey Elementary, and later later at L. L. Brown.  Eventually, she went back to work for Mountain Bell, where she worked until the Portales office closed.  Her last place of employment was at the University Library where she was a Special Collections Librarian until her retirement in 1989.  Even after retiring, she returned as a volunteer for several more years.
Leone was a very active member of the University Baptist Church where she taught nearly every age group at one time or another, teaching Sunday School classes, as well as Vacation Bible School.  She was very active in mission work, and was a faithful member of the Gideons Auxiliary.  Leone enjoyed gardening, but her main interest was always in helping others, especially in their Christian walk.
She is survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law, Faith Gaudern of Albuquerque, Janie and Roger Wise of Alexandria, LA and Alica and Tom Norvell of Sacrameno, CA; six grandchildren, Robert Lee Gaudern, Christopher Allen (Loretta) Gaudern, Tommy (Dawn) Norvell, Carey Norvell, Arledge (Michael) Smith and Anna (Jason) Suter; and 19 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Riley, Marvin, Jimmy and Dale Rogers; four sisters, Clema Phillips, Avis Lewis, Ina Littlefield and Betty Rowland; a son-in-law, Eugene Gaudern; a grandson, Daron Gaudern; and by her husband, George Reynolds, who died December 24, 2010, after more than 69 years of marriage.

 

 

 

 

Yesterday, David and I painted some of the shoebox lids so each child receives a message and sees a picture every time they open their box. David also put the boxes together and stacked them until we pack next month. 

 

 

Today, let’s pray for all the girls, 10-14 years old, who will receive “shoeboxes” this year. As you pray for them, also pray for the families. May they learn about Jesus and invite Him into their hears.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – September 23

Isaiah 41:17-43:13
Ephesians 2:1-22
Psalm 67:1-7
Proverbs 23:29-35

 

 

 

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Today is a good day to call someone you have not seen lately, just to check on them.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

 Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian?”  

Paul replied, “Short time or long—I pray to God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.”

Acts 26:28-29

 

 

 

Barbara D. Yerby was better yesterday than the day before. Please continue to pray for her improvement.

 

 

 

Tori Havlin, wife of a former New Zion youth minister who now serves in MS, ,has Covid-19.

Friday: Around 6:30pm Tori was tested for COVID and the results came back positive. Her symptoms were fairly mild, but the onset of a fever was the concerning part. Saturday: Brynnlee and I learned how to manage while Tori was secluded to the master bedroom. Tori’s symptoms stayed mild, which was a great thing. Brynnlee struggled to understand why she couldn’t see momma. Big thanks to Kris Hollis and Laura Hollis who came through in the clutch to bring some soup ingredients! Sunday: I “preached” but it was prerecorded before Tori got sick. I chalk that up to God’s planning! Tori’s symptoms improved slightly, as she had not run a fever since Saturday. Brynnlee and I have had multiple “come to Jesus meetings” as I try to do school work and keep the house in order while taking care of everyone.Today: We’ve almost completed our third day of quarantine. Other than a persistent cough, Tori’s symptoms have subsided. We are extremely thankful to God that neither Brynnlee or I have gotten sick, but if we do we hope and pray our symptoms are as mild as Tori’s.**Neither Brynnlee or I have been tested, but it could be possible we are asymptomatic carriers. We will be quarantining the entire time.The virus is no joke, no matter if you are extremely ill with it or have a mild case. I’d encourage you to remain vigilant with hygiene, wear a mask when around others, and continue to pray for those who are afflicted. We rest in Christ’s words, that we can come to him with our weariness and burdens and he will give us rest. God bless!

 

 

 

I cannot resist telling you that David received an even better lab report yesterday than two weeks ago. At that time, we were thrilled with a blood level of 12.4. Yesterday, without having any blood. iron, or Procrit, his blood level had increased to 12.6. God has really blessed David!

 

 

 

Carolyn Sue Newcomb

July 10, 1944 – September 20, 2020


On September 20, 2020, when it felt like the year’s first day of fall and her family was gathered nearby, Carolyn Sue Newcomb welcomed everlasting peace. Born in Kentwood, LA on July 10, 1944, Sue was known to many of us as “Suema”. She was a life-long seamstress who was both incredibly creative and expertly skilled. She mended items for people many times when they should have been thrown away but sewing was a gift she used to care for those around her. Crafting and painting with her best friend of 50 years, Patsy Brumfield, was one of her favorite hobbies. Much of her love was given through hugs, back rubs, hearty meals, and the sweetest phone calls. Just her voice made our days better. Just her love made our lives brighter. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Wilburn “Dee” Newcomb. After nearly five decades of marriage and on her last day of battling cancer, Sue made sure to get one last kiss before he left for the day. Though he will miss his wife, he will not be alone in the days to come. Sue shared unconditional love with her five children: John “JB” Bascom, Margaret “Meg” Stephens, Alice McFarlain and husband Adam, John O’Hern and Mark O’Hern. Each Christmas, she hung dozens of red and white stockings on the wall for our entire family beginning with the grandchildren. Sometimes she was given a hard time about who’s stocking was hung first or that her dogs’ stockings got more treats, but everyone with a stocking felt extra special. She hand painted the names of each grandchild whether by birth or marriage: Amanda, Megan, Katrina and Neil, Hannah, Sasha, Ariana, Chance, Warren, Claire, John Joshua and Lacey, Raven, Michaela, Madeline, Matthew, Makenna, and Ruston. Also in glittery gold paint were the names of her great-grandchildren: Morgan, Jadyn, Jocelyn, Brantley, Halle, Gabe, Mason, Zoe, Stephen and Kollin, Riggs and Ariel. Suema was excited to know that soon there would be one more, when Michaela’s child is born. She also had grandchildren in Alabama: Krista, Courtney and Alex and great grandchildren Ely, Rily and Emy. In Heaven, Suema will be joining her grandchild “Baby Angel” and great grandchild Evelyn Rose, sisters Doris and Delores and parents Beulah and Finis Stephens. Pallbearers will be Pete Cannon, John Joshua O’Hern, Brantley Shoup, Jadyn Shoup, Chance O’Hern, Ruston Slaven and Matthew O’Hern. Honorary pall bearers will be Mason O’Hern, Kollin Stewart, Gabe Thomas and Stephen Allen. Visitation at Spring Creek Baptist Church from 4:00PM until religious services at 6:00PM on Tuesday, September 22, 2020. Private Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday at Spring Creek Cemetery. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

 

Janie Wise, LA WMU leader. lost her mother, Mrs. Leone Reynolds. If you would like to honor Janie or her mother, the family asks for donations to the Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions in their honor. You can give through your local church and send a meno to Janie at the Louisiana Baptist Building in Alexandria.

 

 

 

Today, let’s focus some prayer time on the OCC “shoeboxes” we will pack for the younger boys, ages 2-4 years old. Pray that each box gets to the right child, as only God knows. and that each box has a powerful influence on the child and the family. May God’s love shine through each “shoebox”.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – September 22

Isaiah 39:1-41:16
Ephesians 1:1-23
Psalm 66:1-20
Proverbs 23:25-28

 

 

 

Let’s also pray for our great nation as she struggles today.

 

 

 

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Your prayers are appreciated by many. May we continue to see God at work in our lives, our families, our churches, and our country.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.

Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one other.”

~Romans 14:12-13 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Nancy Stokes’ dad is back in his room after dealing with Covid-19. Thank God for that big improvement.  Thank you for praying for him.

 

 

 

Mrs. Nita Russell Miller, who will soon be 95, is also back in her room after a battle with the virus.  Thank God for this miracle.

 

 

 

 

William “W.A.” Potts

September 24, 1944 – September 14, 2020

William “W.A.” Potts, a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born September 24, 1944 in Osyka, MS and was 75 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Juan Blades Potts; children, William Todd Potts and wife, Cathy, Randall Kirk Potts and wife, Renea, Darla Potts Bridges and husband, Khris; grandchildren, Russton Potts and wife, Julia, Haley Potts, Brandy Potts, Amy Caine and husband, Dustin, Chelsey Hammons, Lana Fairburn; great-grandchildren, Tayler Potts, Ona Sterling, Annabelle Caine and Harper Hammons; step-mother, Bobbie Potts; sister-in-law, Myrna Potts; numerous step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, James M. Potts and Wilma Dean Sanders Potts; brother, Robert Earl Potts. Visitation at East Fork Baptist Church from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Thursday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Friday, September 18, 2020. Interment East Fork Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

 

Meg Stevens is working on a mission project for Louisiana Baptist Relief in the area affected by Hurricane Laura.

Friends-The following items have been requested by our Disaster Relief team at Trinity Baptist Church in Lake Charles.Diapers, sizes 4-6.Cleaning supplies- every thing Also- I’m gathering t-shirts. Both colored or white.They can be stained or torn. ( we are making bundles of cleaning rags as well as jump ropes for shoeboxes)Please contact me if you have questions or if you’d like to volunteer.985 514 2690Items can be dropped off in the Sharing Shed behind my mailbox or ill be happy to pick up. Thanks!Blessings!

 

 

Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions

“The Right Time to Show Compassion”

https://georgiabarnette.org/week-of-prayer-english/#day3
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – September 15

Isaiah 19:1-21:17
Galatians 2:1-16
Psalm 59:1-17
Proverbs 23:13-14

 

 

 

Update on Operation Christmas Child

  • My list shows all purchases for this year have been made.  We have one order, for additional calculators, that will be here any day.
  • A group of ladies has faithfully made totes for years that we place inside each box.  They are colorful and just the right size for the “shoeboxes”.  Yesterday, we were blessed with 361 totes for our boxes this year.  Thank you, ladies!
  • My sister helped us tremendously this year through making wonderful  items and purchasing other items.
  • Two of my faithful young friends have helped me for years.  They helped me at the beginning of the year.  When they grow up, I fully expect they will still be involved in OCC.
  • A church family has ordered a number of items for us this year.  They also shopped locally to complete our supply of coloring books and add to the supple of Mardi Gras beads.
  • We are officially focusing on collecting money for postage.  A week ago, we paid to ship over 25% of our boxes.  Yesterday, I received checks from two ladies and a message about a donation from a third lady.  God is blessing us through these friends!
  • Several classes have faithfully purchased monthly.  I’ve learned to enjoy their Amazon shopping.  Thanks to a friend who helped by doing the shopping for some of the classes.
  • During 2020, we are blessed to be ahead of where we usually are at this point!  I greatly appreciate all the help and know the boys and girls will be so blessed when they open their boxes.
  • Speaking of boxes.  We have 150 of them painted and ready to go.  Fifty more are being worked on.  Special thanks to the late Martha Griffith who painted hundreds of boxes last year. We are using about 100 of “her boxes” this year.
  • David has been able to help me much more this year than the last few years.  We worked alone except for the first couple of months of the year due to the virus.  We were able to accomplish more than usual by working a few hours at a time.
  • Janice Hornsby, the church secretary, has been an asset too.  She kept track of what was turned in and physically carried a number of boxes down from the office so they would be ready for us.
  • Thanks to FBC!  Thanks to everyone!  
  • God has greatly blessed the “shoebox” process this year!
  • You are helping to change the world through children and the shoeboxes!

The year, 2020, has been a good “shoebox” year!  Coming soon – packing in October and serving as a collection site in November.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lord’s Day

For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; ‘he will lead them to springs of living water.’‘

And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’ ”

~Revelation 7:17~

 

 

 

Today, I will begin with two more obituaries.

Susan Renee Stringer

October 07, 1957 – September 03, 2020

It is with sadness that the family of Susan Renee Stringer announce the unexpected passing of their dear daughter and sister. While her health failed suddenly, we have the gift of knowing that she is playing the piano and laughing joyously with her earthy father in her place in heaven. Her foundation in life was her faith so we celebrate her journey and her eternal life of pure joy in Heaven. She was a daughter, a sister, and a niece and cousin. She is survived in death by her Mother Louise Smith Stringer, her sister and brother-in law Kim and Michael Baylis, her sister and fiancé Missy Stringer and Gary Blades as well as many beloved cousins and an Aunt Peggy Chaney and Uncle Allen Hicks. She was preceded in death by her father Dr. L.E. Stringer, and both sets of grandparents.

Susan was born in Regensburg, Germany while her father was a pilot in the military and resided in Baton Rouge Louisiana at the time of her death. She was 62 years old. Susan was a part of her community and was loved by everyone she met and her generosity was limitless. She always had time for everyone, and never failed to befriend and help others in need and make them feel special.

Susan was a concert pianist and her music was used to serve God as well as reach the hearts of others and share love and pure happiness through her beautiful melodies and masterful renditions of all types of music. She played many venues but also volunteered and played for Nursing Homes around the holidays and during Covid-19 she played outside in her neighborhood bringing joy during the lockdowns and assuring people did not feel alone or miss the beauty of live music.

Susan also was an avid animal lover and was active in PAWS and other pet adoption programs. She fostered dogs until they were adopted and had seven foster dogs at her passing. She never tired of loving and caring for her four legged children and celebrated the personalities of each. Susan never turned away a pup or dog in need.

She was gifted in so many ways and worked with hospice serving those at their most vulnerable moments and had a gentleness and grace that drew others to her. She reached out to all and did everything with excellence accompanied by humility.

Susan will be dearly missed by all who knew her but she would want everyone to know that she was more than prepared and eager to meet her Lord and Savior. She had run her race and was prepared to receive her reward of eternal celebration. A private family celebration service will be held and we ask only for prayers and pleasant remembrances.

 

 

 

(The last time I remember seeing her, she was in high school.  When I don’t see students after high school, I think of them as still being that age.  Thankfully, the obituary gave me lots of updated information.)

 

 

 

Eloise Ruth Hornsby Wales

January 07, 1931 – September 05, 2020

Eloise was born January 7, 1931 in Grangeville, LA to Ernest and Gladys Wiggins Hornsby. She departed this life on September 5, 2020 in Amite, LA at 89 years old. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Greensburg, LA. She was a faithful servant to her church family and community. She was very well known for her famous pots of chicken and dumplings and long lemon cake. It was a great blessing to her to see people enjoy her cooking. Eloise is survived by her daughters, Deborah Lynn McElroy, Lafayette, LA, and Sherry Estes (Vince), Kentwood, LA; her 9 grandchildren, Scott McElroy, Stephen McElroy, T. J. Chandler, Joseph Brabham (Mallory), Adam Chandler (Riley), Monica Estes, Beth Chandler, Roseanne Needham, and Bryson Lee. She had 14 great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Theresa and Lucy Hornsby. Eloise is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Dowling “Nookie” Wales; her parents; 3 brothers, Eugene, Lawrence, and Bobby Hornsby; and a sister-in-law, Arvie Hornsby. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Greensburg from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Shawn Ostoj. Interment Wales Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – September 6

  • Song of Solomon 1:1- 4:16
  • 2 Corinthians 8:16-24
  • Psalm 50:1-23
  • Proverbs 22;22-23

 

 

 

Fall Food Round-Up

You only have two more weeks to take your donations to the church so the truck from the home can pick the items up early on the 21st.

 

 

 

It’s been six months since the Covid-19 quarantine started.  I never dreamed Covid-19 would change our world in such a big way!   One of the biggest ways for us is not going to church regularly.  Watching on my computer screen gets me the message, but it surely is not the same.   One day….

Anna Lee

 

Friday

Blessed are all who fear the LORD,

who walk in obedience to him.  

You will eat the fruit of your labor;

blessings and prosperity will be yours.

 

 

Pray for the people who live in areas damaged during Hurricane Laura.  No gas, no groceries, no water, no electricity, and no/damaged homes are some of their problems.  A classmate who lives there said it would be the 19th before their power is restored.  Pray for those living in these conditions during a very hot season.  A cousin has chosen to stay in this area until things get better there.  Pray for the volunteers of Louisiana Baptist Disaster Relief as they minister in that area and for residents and business owners who have big decisions to make.

 

 

 

Please be in prayer for Buddy Morris and Eleanor.  I know they will appreciate your prayers.

 

 

 

Please be in prayer for Rev. Bob Simpson of Arcola.  He has had another back surgery and needs some rest time to heal his back.

 

 

 

Lucretia King Farr

August 15, 1966 – September 03, 2020

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at her home. She was born August 15, 1966 in Fayettville, AR and was 54 years of age. She is survived by her son, John Ryan Farr and wife, Melanie Gladney Farr; daughter, Blaith Farr Cuppy and husband, Casey Cuppy; 3 grandchildren, Bryce and Rorie Farr and Cash Cuppy; parents, Ronald Lee King and Melrose Lawrence King; 2 sisters, Marnie King Muse and husband, John Muse, and Christy King Cook and husband, Keith Cook; niece, Lena Cook; 2 nephews, Kent Muse and William Cook; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. Preceded in death by her grandparents, John Albert King, Jeanette Martin King, James William Lawrence, Sr. and Mildred Hueschen Lawrence. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 2:00PM until 3:30PM on Saturday, September 5, 2020. Graveside services will be held at 4:00PM on Saturday. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Roseland, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Helen Ruth Cox Bankston

July 30, 1946 – September 02, 2020

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.”

Helen went to be with her Savior on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 1:04PM. She was born July 30, 1946 in Amite, LA and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her son, Curtis Ray Bankston, Jr.; a daughter, Cheryll Lynn Bankston Shea (Paul); 2 grandsons, Matthew and Daniel; sister, Carolyn Hyde; and 4 brothers, James Cox, Floyd Cox, Dwane Cox, and Ronnie Cox. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jewel and Annie Mae Stokes Cox; husband, Curtis Ray Bankston, Sr.; sister, Shirley Jean Bennett; grandparents, Otto Stokes, Sr. and Cora Lee Lebo Stokes and Philon Cox and Deane Mulina Cox. Graveside Services will be held at Lewiston Cemetery, Kentwood, LA at 10:00AM on Friday, September 4, 2020. Services conducted by Pastor Jeff McKneely. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – September 4

  • Ecclesiastes 7:1-9:18
  • 2 Corinthians 7:8-16
  • Psalm 48:1-14
  • Proverbs 22:17-19

 

 

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September 20th is the deadline for turning in food/household supplies for the Louisiana Baptist children’s Home.  Items can be left at FBC, Kentwood until the 20th.

 

 

 

Thank-you for praying today.  Before you do so, add you to prayer list as you see needed.

Anna Lee

Lord’s Day

“Be patient,

resting your hearts on the ultimate certainty.”

~James 5:8 (PHILLIPS)~

 

 

 

Update on John Orr of Sulphur Springs, TX

John’s valve replacement went very well according to his doctor.  John will be 94 on September 10th.  A while back he sang a special at his church.  It was “The Longer I Serve Him, the Sweet it Grows”.  It was absolutely beautiful and so special.

 

 

 

Revival continues at FBC, Kentwood.

Join us in person or online, like most of us, for the final service at 10:30 this morning.  This morning’s speaker is Bro. Joe Weaver.

 

 

 

Sickness Continues

Please continue to pray for victims of Covid-19 and their families.  Once it hit our area, it seems like the conditions here are allowing it to stay and involve more and more people.

 

 

 

Deaths

  • Amanda Dorsa ‘s brother Timmy Alford passed away.  Their mother, a classmate, recently passed away.  I remember them best as they attended church in Roseland many years ago.  I was able to reconnect with Amanda a few months ago.
  • Leroy Wilkinson died Friday.  His wife and mother-in-law passed away six weeks ago.  Leroy leaves a great legacy for his siblings and three sons and their families.  Please pray for the Wilkinson family.
  • I just realized both of men who died were twins.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 30th

  • Job 34:1-36:33
  • 2 Corinthians 4:1-12
  • Psalm 44:1-8
  • Proverbs 22:10-12

 

 

Continue to pray for all who live in the path of Hurricane Laura as they begin to work for recovery of their personal property and communities.  Pray for those who are there to help them.  May God watch over all the volunteers.

Don’t forget the revival service this morning.  You can worship with us in person or online during the service or online later.  

Stay safe and healthy.

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

The heavens declare the glory of God;

the skies proclaim the work of his hands

~Psalm 19:1~

We’ve all done a lot of sky-watching this past week.  Did you see God when you looked up?

 

 

 

Bryan Tate is now home from spending another week at St. Tammany because of pneumonia.  He was sent home last night.  Thank God for keeping watch over Bryan.

 

 

 

John Orr (nearly 94) of Sulphur Springs , TX  had heart valve surgery yesterday.  Pray for his recovery.

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for the people from Kentwood. and elsewhere, who have Covid – 19.  

 

 

 

John Howell “Johnny” McNabb

December 06, 1938 – August 27, 2020

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born December 6, 1938 in Kentwood, LA and was 81 years of age. He was a U. S. Air Force Veteran and a member the Masonic Lodge #248 in Kentwood. He is survived by his son, Michael McNabb and wife, Kim; daughter, Monica Miley and husband, Travis; grandchildren, Courtney Woodard, Mallory Brabham and husband, Joseph, Brittany Woodard, Shelby Woodard, Christopher McNabb and wife, Brita, Landon McNabb and wife, Brooke, Kelsey Fitzgerald, Kaleigh Dyar and husband, Justin, Emily Miley, Gracie Miley and Emmett Miley; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Ann Huff; brother, Barry McNabb and wife, Helen; sister-in-law, Billie Rae Bullock; brother-in-law, Maurice Jay Bridges and wife, Judy. Preceded in death by wife, Monnie Bridges McNabb; his parents, Robert Lee McNabb and Nannie Belle Sanders McNabb; daughter, Lynette Woodard; brother, Robert Lee “Bobby” McNabb, Jr.; brothers-in-law, Thomas “Pud” Bridges, Garland “ Rocky” Bridges and Curtis Bridges; sisters-in-law, Betty Wales and Rhonda Bridges. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Sunday with a Masonic Service at 7:00PM. Visitation will continue from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Monday, August 31, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Larry Blades. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 29

  • Job 31:1-33:33
  • 2 Corinthians 3:1-18
  • Psalm 43:1-5
  • Proverbs 22:8-9

 

 

I enjoyed the revival services from FBC, Kentwood last night.  Tonight, we will again have revival services at 6:00.  You are invited to attend in person or online.

If you missed it last night, here is the link to the service.  I hope you enjoy Riverside Revival Band with the stump fiddle, Joanna King with her beautiful medley, and  Bro. Joe King who now pastors in Hattiesburg, MS.

 

 

 

Who do you need to check on today?  Give them a call.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

“[The Lord] is being patient for your sake.

He does not want anyone to be destroyed,

but wants everyone to repent.”

~2 Peter 3:9 (NLT)~

 

 

 

First Baptist Church, Kentwood

  • Prayer meeting will be at 6 P.M.  You may attend in person, wearing a mask, or watch online at 6 P.M. on Facebook or YouTube.
  • Revival services begin tomorrow night at 6 P.M. You may attend in person or online. Please be in prayer for people to be receptive to what God has in store for us.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 26

  • Job 20:1-22:30
  • 2 Corinthians 1:1-11
  • Psalm 40:11-17
  • Proverbs 22:2-4

 

 

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We are thankful Hurricane Laura missed our area for the most part, but realize other people will be greatly influenced by the weather in the next few days.  Pray for safety for the people.  Also, pray for individual preparations and wise decision making.

 

 

 

The Covid-19 virus has impacted people in various ways.  A number of people are trying to work long-delayed surgeries in at area hospitals  Pray all will be done in God’s perfect timing.

 

 

 

Pray for those who are pretty-well homebound because of the virus.  It’s been almost six months for us.  Withdrawal from the normal activities of our lives causes major changes.  We have two people here, but pray especially hard for individuals who are alone.  Days can be long between mail, phone calls ,and visits.

 

 

 

Please pray for all the area students up through college age who are beginning another year of school.  Pray for good health and wise choices for each person.  Pray for teachers who are facing job changes or retirement due to Covid-19.

 

 

 

Dallas Kirk Russell

March 17, 1935 – August 22, 2020

A resident of Russelltown, LA, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at his home. He was born March 17, 1935 in Russelltown, LA and was 85 years of age. He is survived by wife, Mary Louise Ricks Russell; son, Stanley Barton Russell; brothers, Morris Russell and Conley Russell; grandchild, Colby Barton Russell. Preceded in death by father, Olaf Shelby Russell; mother, Edith Lillian Spring; sisters, Ontie Gredesky, Iris Bell, Mary Lyle Ellzey, Clariece Toney and JoAnn Russell. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Thursday and from 10:00AM until religious services at 2:00PM on Friday, August 28, 2020. Services conducted by Bro. Randall Carmadelle. Interment Russelltown Cemetery, Roseland, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Samuel Paul Boudreaux, Jr.

August 06, 1942 – August 24, 2020

Samuel Paul Boudreaux, Jr., a resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Linda Carlota Collins Boudreaux; his children, Ronald Damian and Joy Lynn Boudreaux Moore, Kay Jeanine Boudreaux, and Thomas Scot and Tracy Lane Boudreaux Johnson; also survived by Linda’s son, Ronald Lyle Johnson and the Schwartz Family; grandchildren, Davin Paul Boudreaux, Joseph Scot and Rachel Johnson, Leigha Rae Watson, Joe and Rebecca Hope Easley, Ian Eldridge McKinney and Carrissa Cortez, Dustin James Watson, Thomas Lane Johnson, Jacob O’Bryan and Brittany Moore, Carlota Lynn Johnson, Ian Michael Johnson, Anabelle Johnson, and 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Ethel Fitzgerald and family; brother, Hubert “Bubby” Tycer and the Tycer family; sisters, Mamie Reese and Mauricette Gilpin. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Jonathan Paul Boudreaux “Jonboy” Moore; brothers, James O. Tycer and his wife, Robelia, Tommy Lane Buckley, and Bobby; a sister, Hazel; brothers-in-law, James “Jimmy” Schwartz and Dr. Joel Fitzgerald; and Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Tycer. Paul wanted his family and loved them unconditionally. He enjoyed his garden, cooking Sunday dinner, fishing, hunting, and social gatherings including cards, music, dancing, friends, and his family. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We invite you to join us Saturday morning, August 29th to remember Paul’s life at his home with his family. Service will be at 10:00AM with food and fellowship following at 11:00AM.

 

 

Keep your chin up and God in your heart.  Focus on being a blessing to others.

Anna Lee

Thursday

To the one who is victorious,

I will give the right to sit with me on my throne,

just as I was victorious

and sat down with my Father on his throne.

 

 

Yesterday, we spoke with a former student who almost died with Covid-19.  What a horror story it was!  Thankfully, due to her knowledge. age, and previous good health she survived.   Please be careful.

 

 

 

David has seen two specialists this week.  Each of them gave him a very good update.  David also received Procrit and iron, his first, this week.  Thank-you to all who have, and who continue, to pray for him.  God has blessed us greatly.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 20

  • Esther 8:1-10:3
  • 1 Corinthians 12:27-13:13
  • Psalm 37:1-11
  • Proverbs 21:23-24

 

 

 

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Fall Food Round-Up for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home

The truck will be at FBC, Kentwood on September 21.  Be sure to have your donations at church before that date.  Check with the office to learn of the items most needed at the children’s home.

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child is still collecting and will begin packing soon.  I’m not sure if we will have our usual packing party due to Covid-19.  I’ll update you when that decision is made.  We will pack and ship shoeboxes this year.  We will also be serving as a collection site again this year.  Remember, there are children who have never had a “shoebox” filled with gifts and an introduction to Jesus.  Let’s be instrumental in being the “missionaries” who help them learn about Jesus.

 

 

 

Thanks for your prayers for all those mentioned here and for those who are not mentioned by name, but who are “Standing in the Need of Prayer”.  Here is a different arrangement, featuring focusing on children.  I think you will appreciate it.

 

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror;

then we shall see face to face.

Now I know in part;

then I shall know fully,

even as I am fully known.

 

 

 

When Dr. John Sullivan was a pastor in Texas, my uncle served as his music minister in two churches.  The Sullivans and Tollesons were close and have remained friends for many years.  My relatives moved to a church on the Texas coast just before a hurricane moved in.  Much of their church was destroyed.  That’s where my relatives and some other members of the church were.  After the storm passed, my uncle got his family further north before returning to the coast.  Momma and I drove to Texas to pick up four Tollesons to stay here until living conditions were better where they lived.  I have fond memories of eating and sleeping there before the return trip. She cooked a wonderful “Sunday” lunch for us with the best roast, rice, and gravy I have ever eaten.  She  had potatoes, carrots, onions, etc. with her roast.  It was simple delicious!  She and Bro. John were so kind.  Four of the five members of my Texas family are now in heaven to greet her.

Nancy Sullivan, Encourager, Mentor, Who Dearly Loved Ministers’ Wives, Dies

JACKSONVILLE—Nancy Hinson Sullivan, wife of John Sullivan, retired executive director-treasurer of the Florida Baptist Convention, died Aug. 12, 2020 at the Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, Fla. The 83-year-old had suffered a heart attack in June and then a stroke a week prior to her death.

Nancy Sullivan was born with a twin sister Aug. 21, 1936 in Jonesboro, Ark. She met John Travis Sullivan in Washington, D.C. while they both worked for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. When they were dating, Nancy Sullivan took him to her Southern Baptist church and assumed he was a Christian. But her father discerned he was not and told her so.

They were married on June 24, 1955. Three months later, Nancy Sullivan presented the plan of salvation to her newlywed husband and led him to the Lord Aug. 13, 1955. He was baptized in Congress Heights Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., and was ordained to the gospel ministry on Dec. 1, 1957, by First Baptist Church, Cupertino, California.

After serving alongside her husband in churches for 32 years, she became Florida Baptists’ first lady when John Sullivan was elected to lead the state convention in 1989. Until he retired in 2015, Nancy Sullivan crisscrossed the state, traveling to churches alongside her husband.

According to close friend Susan Owens, of St. Augustine, “It was like they were one person. She traveled every mile he traveled. She has always been right there with him, encouraging him.”

“She was special. I will hold onto many memories. She was my mentor, friend, I loved her dearly,” Owens said.

Nancy Sullivan always defined her role as “John’s wife” ready to stand behind him. She had a burden for “hurting pastors’ wives” she would often say, “As a pastor’s wife for 32 years, I want to say that it can be great. We have great memories of every church we have ever served.”

“Other than her family, Nancy loved ministers’ wives more than anything,” John Sullivan said.

In 1992, Nancy Sullivan served as president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ministers’ Wives Conference, a job that included planning and hosting the annual luncheon held during the SBC, as well as raising funds to underwrite the luncheon costs.

She was dismayed that many pastors’ wives could not afford to attend the luncheon and established the Ministers’ Wives Endowment Fund, approaching friends, acquaintances, churches, state conventions and SBC agencies for contributions. Recently the name of the fund was renamed “The Nancy Sullivan Endowment Fund” for the SBC Ministers’ Wives Luncheon in honor of her efforts.

“There was no one like Nancy Sullivan. Her heart was extraordinary,” said Susie Hawkins, wife of the GuideStone Financial Resources President O.S. Hawkins. “Her encouragement and vision with ministers’ wives was the driving force to establish an endowment fund to lower prices so that every wife could enjoy the luncheon. She worked tirelessly for years,” she added.

“No one is indispensable to the Kingdom of God, but some are irreplaceable and that was Nancy Sullivan,” Hawkins said.

Rhonda Kelley, wife of New Orleans Theological Seminary Emeritus President and adjunct professor of women’s ministries, said Nancy Sullivan was a “long time dear friend. I will always be grateful for her personally investing in my life as a young minister’s wife.”

“One of her great contributions to the Kingdom of God and Southern Baptists was her commitment to ministers’ wives. We will ever be grateful for the endowment she established to secure funds for the ministers’ wives luncheon,” Kelley said.

“May we all live godly and faithful lives as she did.”

Nancy Sullivan was awarded numerous honors in her life, including “The Mrs. J.M. Dawson Award for Outstanding Services”, presented by the Southern Baptist Convention Ministers Wives, June, 1999; and “The Clyde Merrill Maguire Award for Ministers’ Wives,” presented by the Florida Baptist Convention’s Ministers’ Wives, November, 1998.

She is survived by her husband, and their three grown children: son John Michael Sullivan of Stuttgart, Ark., and his wife, Jennifer; and daughters Cheryl Ann Anderson Allen and her husband, William, “Sonny” of Nashville, Tenn. and Jeanie Wendt and her husband, Sam, of Fayetteville, Ark. She had five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

She was a member of First Baptist Church in Jacksonville where he serves as senior adults pastor.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

Notes and cards can be sent to John Sullivan at 4451 Charter Point Blvd., Jacksonville, Fla. 32277. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting gifts be made to The Nancy Sullivan Endowment Fund for the SBC Ministers’ Wives Luncheon, which can be sent to their home; or on-line at the Southern Baptist Foundation.

The Covid-19 virus continues to be a problem for a number of families in our area.  Please pray for those who are sick, their families, and medical staff caring for them.  Also pray for those who are working to prevent the spread of the virus.
Waylon Bailey: “People are Struggling”
Read the Bible in 2020 – August 17
  • Nehemiah 12:27-13:31
  • 1 Corinthians 11:1-16
  • Psalm 35:1-16
  • Proverbs 21:17-18

 

 

 

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May God bless each of you.

Anna Lee