Category: Family

Wednesday

  “In due season

God will judge everything man does,

both good and bad.” 

-Ecclesiastes 3:17 (LB)-

 

Daddy developed pneumonia and was admitted to the hospital last night.  There was no room in step-down, so he was put in room 3016 ICU.

From my sister this morning – Daddy sounds much better.  They did new X-rays this morning; showed improvement… They will move Daddy to step down unit once a bed is available.

Lara (Lara’s Gowns for Smiles) was checked at MD Anderson.  The doctor there was not concerned.

GREAT NEW for Lara!! POWER of PRAYER!! Keep them coming

Message from her mom, Nikki
Great news! Second MRI finished. Dr. Heinrich decided against biopsy. She will repeat MRI in six weeks. Chemo is being resumed. Lesson learned…listen only to the specialist!

Rufus Williams is doing well and should be home some time later today.

Don’t forget the things that will be needed Monday to help Susan Dufrene with Lara’s Gowns for Smiles and Purses for a Purpose – fabric and new socks and underwear.  For Purses with a Purpose, we will need purses and items to put in the purses – tissue, bracelets, hand sanitizer, hand lotion, files, small notebooks, pens, crayons, etc.

The work in the library at the mission office went well yesterday.  Day two will begin today.  Pray that today will be as productive as yesterday.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Too Blessed” – http://odb.org/

 

We don’t need more to be thankful for, we just need to be more thankful.

Anna Lee

Friday

“[God] is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think,

according to the power that works in us.”

~Ephesians 3:20~

 

Jan Yarborough was released from the hospital yesterday and went to her sister’s for the night.  Today, they will come to Jan’s.  Thank God Jan’s surgery went well and that her sister is available to help her until she is moving around a little better.

Austin Rose has had some ups and downs the last couple of days, but mainly ups!  He has even been able to go our for a little basketball.  His hair is thinning some, but that is a small price to pay to eliminate cancer.  Keep praying.

Jimmy Dufrene is still undergoing tests to determine what his problem is.  Susan, of Lara’s Gowns for Smiles, is sticking close by.  Pray for endurance for her and answers for Jimmy.

Last night, we had our Third Thursday Meeting.  It was such a blessing to me.  Jimmy Schwartz, fresh out of the hospital, came.  That thrilled my heart.  Our new participant was Ruby Schwartz.  She even sang “In the Presence of Jehovah” for us.  Andy Taylor led our worship time.  Mr. Harlan Toney sang too and made me smile, as usual.  Six churches were represented!  To God be all the glory!

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Don’t Forget” –  http://odb.org/

Inspirational – A Moment of Truth – “Thankful for Your Service” – http://moments.org/thank-you-for-your-service/

If we consider those who have served in out military over the years, we will realize they helped make our present world possible for us to enjoy.  Last month, I asked Andy Taylor to sing “Thank You” at our gathering last night.  He did.  We have many people to thank for our Christian background and our growing in the Lord.  That’s what the song says so well for me.

Another day and more opportunities to serve so we can make a difference for God!

Anna Lee

Thursday

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

for You will answer me.”

~Psalm 85:7~

 

Jan Yarborough is progressing nicely after her knee replacement Monday at Our Lady of the Lake.  Today, a decision will be made about her rehab.  It could be at Baton Rouge.  If not, she will come home today.  Pray the decision will be the one that is to her greater benefit.

Continue to pray for Jimmy Schwartz and his family.  He is still at North Oaks.

Ashlyn DeBlanc’s surgery went well yesterday.  She should be able to come home today.  Pray her rehab goes smoothly so she can get back to her normal life.

Jimmy, the husband of Susan Dufrene who sews all the hospital gown for children with cancer, developed low blood pressure and stoppage of his heart yesterday.  He is hospitalized in Thibodaux.  Pray he gets the proper treatment to return to his normal life.

Pray for peace and unity in our country.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Creating Your Life” –  http://odb.org/

Inspirational  – A Moment of Truth – “Faithfulness” – http://moments.org/faithfulness/

Missions – Pray for the people from Amite and Albany who will be working with the Navahos.

Join us at the cabin tonight at 6:30 for a meal, fellowship, and a time of worship.  Call or send a computer message if you need more information.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“God paid a ransom to save you from the empty life ….

And the ransom he paid was not mere gold or silver.

It was the precious blood of Christ, the sinless, spotless Lamb of God.

God chose him as your ransom long before the world began.”

~1 Peter 1:18-20a NLT~

Aunt Eva Smith (91) is doing well following pacemaker surgery Monday. Thank-you for praying for her.

Jadon’s Story – Jadon has now gone 1 1/2 years seizure free.  That’s how long it has been since his surgery.  His progress since then has been both a miracle and a blessing.  Thank-you for praying for Jadon and his family.

Jimmy Schwartz is still hospitalized at North Oaks.  As you pray for him, pray for his family.

Chris and Kathy are “tickled pink” to have Kristen and family at their new home in Baton Rouge.  Their military career is complete, so they will be working to establish a civilian life.  When you see them, thank them for their service to our country.

Rafe Cutrer  has completed three days of therapy to help build upper body strength.  So far, he seems to be progressing very well.  Thank-you for praying for his for three weeks of therapy.

John “JT” Thomas Rohner, Sr.
(January 21, 1949 – July 9, 2013)

A resident of Amite, died at 11:40 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at his residence in Amite. He was born January 21, 1949 in Independence and was 64 years of age. Survived by wife, Mittie Lou White Rohner; son and daughter in law, John T., Jr. and Christy Adams Rohner; daughter and son in law, Grace Margaret and Robby Chandler; 2 grandsons, John “Thomas” Rohner, III and Brendan “Eli” Rohner; 4 granddaughters, Samantha Ann, Laney Grace, Kaylee D’Shae and Amelia “Mia” Jade Chandler; sisters in law and brothers in law, Miriam Rohner, Grover “Buster” and Kathy White, Nancy and Hank Leglue, Sally and Ken Mullins and Robert “Nickie” and Teresa White; niece, Becky and Timmy Holmes; nephew and Godson, Shelby Russell Rohner; great nephew, D.J. Rohner; great nieces, Shelby Lynne Rohner, and Alison and Blaire Holmes; great great nephew, Rylan Rohner; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and Goddaughter, Molly Kinney McDonald. Preceded in death by parents, William Joseph and Beatrice Simmons Rohner; brother, Joseph W. “J.W.” Rohner; niece, Sheila Rohner; and nephew, William J. “Billy” Rohner. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Thursday and at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Husser, from 9 a.m. until Religious Services at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 12, 2013. Services conducted by Fr. Howard Adkins. Interment St. Dominic Cemetery, Husser. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 The Tangipahoa Baptist Church will have VBS next week from 6:00 – 9:00 each night.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Winding Road” – http://odb.org/

 Moments of Insight – “Kirk Cameron: Marriage” – http://moments.org/kirk-cameron-marriage/

Have a blessed day!

Anna Lee

http://moments.org/kirk-cameron-marriage/

Monday

“May God be praised!

He has not turned away my prayer

or turned His faithful love from me.”

~Psalm 66:20~

Austin Rose

Well I am learning that there will be good days and bad days. Friday was terrible… Nausea, vomiting, nose bleeds… Ended up on medicine that made him sleep, which was great, but we missed having him alert and awake. Luckily, Saturday was better. Even had a visitor ( thank you for coming) and dad brought in a pan of Chicken Alfredo. Austin ate more last night than he has in over 2 weeks. They are starting to prep me for what I will have to do at home ( no fun) but going home sounds good. Keeping fingers crossed that we get discharged tomorrow afternoon. Will keep y’all posted. Please continue to pray for his healing.

My aunt and my brother-in-law’s mother (the same person)

Eva Smith is having a pacemaker implanted this morning in northern Alabama.  Pray for her, the medical staff, and her family.

Pat Felker called to say her dad, Kenneth Felker, is now a resident for the Kentwood Nursing home.  Mr. Kenneth would appreciate your visits.

Updated obituary

Geoffrey Dennis Bel
(July 10, 1978 – July 5, 2013)

A resident of Amite, he died on Friday, July 5, 2013 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite. He was born July 10, 1978 in Hammond and was 34 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Brandy Kay Bel; 3 daughters, Alayna Evelyn, Katelyn Alexandra and soon to arrive Sara Alexis; father, Dennis Bel; mother, Claire Dupuy Bel; grandmother, Norma Jean Bel; 2 brothers, Clay Bel and wife, Courtney and Chris Bel; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by grandparents, Joseph Bel, Sally and Armond Dupuy. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 12 Noon until religious services at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. David Melville. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Conner Corkern, 60588 Smilin Acres Road, Amite, LA 70422. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Lewis Pierce
(October 17, 1936 – July 1, 2013)

Lewis Pierce, 76, of Placida, Florida passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2013. Lewis was born in McComb, Mississippi and spent his childhood between Hammond, LA, Lewiston, LA and Honduras. He and his wife, Carol moved to Englewood, Florida with their son, Robert in 1995. Lewis is preceded in death by his father Clyde Leo Pierce, his mother, Ivel Golda Lewis Pierce and his sister, Miriam. Lewis graduated from Southeastern College in Hammond, Louisiana, however, he was an avid LSU football fan. He worked in Industrial and Commercial Fire protection and besides football, loved boating and bike riding. Lewis is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Carol Pierce, two sons, Clyde Lewis Pierce, Jr. and Robert Leo Pierce, also two daughters, Rebecca Susan Pierce and Alyson Ann Pierce. He is also survived by a sister, Sue Pierce Perilloux as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday July 5, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Englewood, FL. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, July 8, 2013 at Lewiston Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to Calvary Baptist Church Missions Fund, 75 Pine Street, Englewood, Florida 34223. You may express your condolences to the family at lemonbayfh.com

Have a blessed day and be a blessing to someone today.

Anna Lee

 

 

Sunday

“Be careful how you think;

your life is shaped by your thoughts.”

~Proverbs4:23 TEV~

Pray for the little children:

  • Pray for Rafe Cutrer and his mother as they begin Rafe’s treatment Monday.  We will have the opportunity to hear about his treatment and how we can pray this morning during worship service.
  • Facebook – Prayers for Eli
  • Facebook – The Adventures of Connor Man

Missions – Pray for the ministry to the Roma this week.  From Boyd Hatchel –

Thank you for praying – “The grace of God and the prayers of the saints sustain us.” (David E. Crosby, FBC New Orleans). In Jelsava, Slovakia with Julie Edon Silby, Joe Silby and family, Roma from Czech Republic, Slovakia, and students from USA.

The Hatchels and Silbys are missionaries to the Roma.  The MKs will be very helpful in ministering to the children and as interpretors.  Pray Roma will come to trust in God this week.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Welcome to All” – http://odb.org/

Inspiration – A Moment of Valor – “Medal of Honor: Sammy Davis” – http://moments.org/medal-of-honor-sammy-davis-a-moment-of-valor/ 

Don’t forget three VBSs this week – Osyka, Line Creek, and New Zion.  I think Roseland will begin the following week.

Reminder – Meeting of those interested in helping with “Connected” this afternoon at 4:00 in the Heritage room.  Your help is needed to make this state women’s ministry meeting a success.

Make the most of your opportunities this week.

Anna Lee

Friday

“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.”

~Romans8:26~

Austin Rose is doing better.  He is able to eat a little and to enjoy having company.  The family thanks you so much for your prayers.

Please read “Prayers for Eli” on Facebook.  Eli has been/is a very sick little boy.  As you pray for him, please include prayers for the family.

Some of my aunt’s immediate family were meeting with her doctor at 6:30 this morning to discuss a pacemaker.  Let’s pray for whatever decision was made.  Let’s also be thankful some of the Louisiana portion of the family were able to be in Alabama with Eva Smith.

My niece, Kristin Eudy, came home from her mission trip to Haiti yesterday afternoon.  She left another piece of her heart there.  Pray for Kristin to be able to use her experiences to encourage others to participate in missions.

Betty Ann Rodriguez Turner
(September 7, 1935 – July 3, 2013)

A resident of Independence, died at 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. She was born September 7, 1935 in Amite and was 77 years of age. Survived by 2 daughters, Janet Danna and husband, David, Independence and Laurie Turner and partner, Sandra Cummings, Mt. Hermon; 2 sons, Clay Turner, Loranger and James Turner and wife, Kelly, Lake Charles; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; 2 daughters-in-law, Connie Turner, Loranger and Loretta Turner, Loranger. Preceded in death by husband, James Thomas Turner; son, Glenn Turner; parents, Alton and Lorena Rodriguez; brother, Alex Rodriguez; 3 half-brothers, Melvin, Doc and Clint Chavers. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Sunday and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 8, 2013. Interment Loranger Cemetery, Loranger. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

“3 Common Traits of Youth Who Don’t Leave the Church” – http://www.churchleaders.com/youth/youth-leaders-articles/159175-3-common-traits-of-youth-who-don-t-leave-the-church.html?p=1

“1-2-5 Challenge” – http://wmu.com/index.php?q=1-2-5-challenge

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Battling Ego” – http://odb.org/

Inspiration – A Moment of Valor – “John Hawk” – http://moments.org/medal-of-honor-john-hawk-a-moment-of-valor/

Vacation Bible School – Both Line Creek Baptist Church and New Zion Baptist Church in the Kentwood area will have VBS this coming week.  Check with the church to see specifics of date and time.

Have a blessed day and be a blessing to someone today!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“God has listened;

He has paid attention to the sound of my prayer.”

~Psalm 66:19~

 

Jesse Wall says he is progressing well following his hospital stay and surgery.  Thank you for your prayers for him.

Melissa Johnson has reached a point where she is better able to care for herself since her recent surgeries.  Thank you for praying for her.

John Orr, from Texas, is home and making some progress after his recent surgery.

Austin Rose, from Georgia

  • Austin update … Had a wonderful day yesterday. I left to go home and shower and came back to this …Austin sitting up eating jello!! First meal in almost 2 weeks! GOD IS AWESOME!
  • Austin also got a very good results on his blood work!
 The youth from SCBC are home from camp.  They invite you to a Sunday night sharing of their experiences and decisions.

Looking ahead – VBS at New Zion next week and at Roseland the following week.

My niece, Kristin, is on a mission trip to Haiti again this summer.  Pray for the children she is working with.  Pray for Kristin and her team as they plant spiritual seeds and harvest those previously planted.

Line Creek will be celebrating with special services each Monday of July.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Service and Witness” – http://odb.org/

Inspirational – Moments of Valor – “Robert Maxwell” – http://moments.org/robert-maxwell-a-moment-of-valor/

Many of you are making plans to celebrate a great national holiday tomorrow.  Be safe and remember the reason for the holiday.

Monday

“Father, please bless them with Your love as they commit to take up the cross

and follow You into this intensive week of prayer for the nations.

In dying to self, may they find greater joy, peace and satisfaction.”

~Luke 9:23-25~

Pray for my niece, and others, as Kristin is on her second missionary trip to Haiti this week.

From Jennie:

We had our first worship service in Kladno last night. I am so proud ofMallory Hatchel, Avery Silby and Madison for leading the children’s program.Boyd Hatchel did a great job with the adults too.

 News from Spring Creek Campers – 17 decisions including 7 professions of faith and the week is just beginning!

Becky Carruth Lindsey asks us to continue to remember her dad, Larry Carruth, in our prayers.  They are hoping for a miracle in his life.

Reese Birch DeLee is doing better.  Thank you for your continued prayers for her.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Bouncing Back” – http://odb.org/

Inspirational – A Moment of Valor – “Clarence Sasser” – http://moments.org/clarence-sasser-a-moment-of-valor/

Don’t forget the worship opportunity at Line Creek tonight.  Refer to yesterday’s Prayer Link for more information.

That’s all for now.  I’m going to try to complete my sleep now.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Let us test and examine our ways.

Let us turn back to the Lord.”

~Lamentations 3:40 NLT~

Pray for Carol New.  She now has a neurostimulator to help with the pain.  She will also be wearing a brace for about three months.  Thanks for your continued prayers for her.

Eva Smith is much better.  She no longer has a-fib and is only on 40% oxygen as compared to 100% oxygen 24 hours earlier.  The fluid around her heart has gone away with medication.  Thanks for praying for her yesterday.

Continue to pray for Robbie Lynn.  Her family appreciates your prayers.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Love and Prayer” –  http://odb.org/

“God pours His love into our hearts that it might flow out to others.”

Inspirational – A Moment of Hope – “Fields of Faith” – http://moments.org/fields-of-faith/

I hope you have enjoyed these short clips.  I know my heart has been touched.  I fell I have found a new mission project.

Baptist Press –  http://www.bpnews.net/