Category: Family

Tuesday

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

~Romans 14:12 NIV~

 

 

 

Julie, my sister, did well with surgery.  She stayed overnight and will be going home today.  Please continue to pray for her as she recovers.

 

 

 

Donald, David’s brother, and family will meet with an oncologist today and learn about upcoming treatment.

 

 

 

David‘s blood level was 9.7 yesterday.  We were thrilled for his improvement.  After getting his Procrit injection, he was given saline.  David is amazing everyone when they see him walking without a walker or a cane.  He is so much stronger and very careful.  Thank-you for your many prayers for him.

 

 

 

Smiley Conerly had his first treatment in Hattiesburg yesterday.  Please continue to pray for him and Carol Jean.

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for Mr. “Cete” and “Miss” Ruby Dillon.  They have fared well during the winter months.  The cardiologist doesn’t need to see them for the next three months.  They are amazing!

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – January 28

  • Exodus 5:22-7:25
  • Matthew 18:21-19:12
  • Psalm 23:1-6
  • Proverbs 5:22-23

 

 

If you have any requests or updates to share, please click “connect” and write me a message.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Monday

“Trust in your money and down you go!

Trust in God and flourish as a tree!” 

~Proverbs 11:28 TLB~

 

 

 

Julie Smith Eudy, my sister, is having surgery midmorning today at Ochsner on Jefferson.  Please pray for her today and during her recover during the coming weeks.

 

 

 

 

Pray request sent by Lois Pittman: Donna Manning & Kelsey Schillings

 Donna is my niece, lives in Mt.Hermon,she has health problems,Kelsey has been in Tulane since last Sun.,she is on a feeding tube right now ,please put them both on the prayer link,thank you,she also lives inMt.Hermon

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – We are almost at the end of our first month of church-wide collection by Sunday School classes for OCC.  FBC, Kentwood has continued to prove how generous they are when it comes to missions.  Thanks to the OCC team of Frank Fowler, Beth Lee, and Wanda Smith for helping to get the message out to the classes.   Looking ahead, what a joy it will be for many children to open the shoeboxes that you helped send at the end of this year.  Thank you for your love for missions.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – January 27

  •  Exodus 4:1-5:21
  • Matthew 18:1-20
  • Psalm 22:19-31
  • Proverbs 5:15-21

 

 

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

 

 

 

Baptist Message – https://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

 

If you have some time to dedicate to working on OCC, please let me know.  You can even get a friend or two to come with you.  Come learn what goes on “behind the scenes” and receive a great blessing as you work and consider all the hands that help to get our boxes to the children each year.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday

I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being,

~Ephesians 3:16~

 

 

 

David’s brother-in-law

Harold Benton Newman

  • June 5, 1933 – January 20, 2020
  • Bay St. Louis, Mississippi
  • Harold Benton Newman
  • Harold Benton Newman, originally of Hammond, LA, died Monday, January 20, 2020, at his home in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, at the age of 86. He was born June 5, 1933, to the late Shelby and Anita Newman. He was a resident of Mississippi for the past 33 years.
    Harold is survived by his wife of 67 years, Bonnie Alford Newman; brothers Shelby William (Bill) Newman, Glenn Earl Newman, and Rudolph Paul (Rudy) Newman, sister Joyce Love Newman, children Harold Keith Newman, Sharon Kay Newman Ott (Mike), and Matthew Eric Newman (Susan); grandchildren Becky, Christina, Bryan, Miranda, Mikayla, and Kaylen; and 6 great-grandchildren.
    In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his sisters Mary Ann Newman Mulkey and Elsie Jean Newman Smith, and daughter Diana Sue Newman Brown.
    Harold was a veteran of the Army National Guard, and retired from the Louisiana Department of Transportation (Highway Department). He was an animal lover, an avid outdoorsman, and a life-long fisherman.
    Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service in Harold’s honor at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond, Louisiana, on February 1, 2020, from 11 am to 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, and to honor Harold’s love for animals, the family asks you make a donation to Raven Woods Animal Sanctuary in Arcola, Louisiana or Tangi Humane Society in Hammond, Louisiana.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – January 25

  • Genesis 50:1 – Exodus 2:10
  • Matthew 16:13-17:9
  • Psalm 21:1-13
  • Proverbs 5:1-6

 

 

I have been crafting for OCC.  It has been a real joy!  If you like to craft and know the value of OCC, you may want to get with me for some joint projects.  If you are shopping monthly, you will realize the first month is ending.  Are you pleased with what you purchased or crafted in January?  Stay tuned for our February needs….

Anna Lee

 

 

Friday

He gives strength to the weary

and increases the power of the weak

~Isaiah 40:29~

 

 

David’s brother, Donald,  and his family need additional prayers.  They will be greatly appreciated.

 

 

 

Leon Marcus

October 23, 1950 – January 22, 2020

Leon Marcus, Jr., 69, of Independence, LA, passed from this life on January 22, 2020.  He was born on October 23, 1950, in Independence, LA, to Leon and Dorothy Marcus. He was a member of Arcola First Baptist Church; served his country in the US Air Force; enjoyed spreading God’s love, and was a loving husband, son, father, grandfather.

Proceeding him in death was his father, sister, and Grandbaby Bigner.

Survivors are his loving wife of 46 years, Mary Jo Marcus; his mother, Dorothy Marcus; his son, Chris (Janel); daughters, Sandra (Gary Bigner), Amanda (Andy); brother, David Marcus (Faye); sisters, Ida (Abe Kyzar), Patricia (Richard Dickerson); grandchildren Makenna, Taylor, Gary, Jamie, Brayden; great granddaughter, Jaedyn; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Arcola First Baptist Church in Arcola, LA, from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. The funeral service will follow at 11 AM with burial following in the Arcola First Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Leon Marcus’ name may be made to: Children’s Hospital in New Orleans, LA.

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – January 24

  • Genesis 48:1-49:33
  • Matthew 15:29-16:12
  • Psalm 20:1-9
  • Proverbs 4:20-27

 

 

What this day has in store for us today, we do not know.  A more important question is “What do we have planned for this day?”  Let’s make this day count!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

The LORD gives strength to his people;

the LORD blesses his people with peace.

 

 

 

Update on Smiley Conerly: Port this week and treatment begins next week.

 

 

 

My classmate, Georgia, is with her husband, Joe, at the hospital in Hammond.  He is having seizures and kidney issues.  Please say a prayer for Joe and Georgia.

 

 

 

David’s brother-in-law, Bonnie’s husband, Harold Newman, passed away in Bay Saint Louis.  The services for him will be February 1 at McKneely’s in Hammond.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – January 22

  • 2 Genesis 44:1-45:28
  • Matthew 14:13-36
  • Psalm 18:37-50
  • Proverbs 4:11-13

 

 

Julie and I have made over 400 washcloths for OCC.  I also have fifty more marble bags to add to our stash.  David and I will continue to work in the OCC room, but not on a regular schedule.  Call to check on when you might want to work with us or just catch us working at the church.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

You are my refuge and my shield;

I have put my hope in your word.

~Psalm 119:114~

 

 

 

Mr. Sherrill Caraway was able to return to his home yesterday after spending an uncertain week in the hospital in Baton Rouge.  Pray he will feel good and improve at home.

 

 

 

Christian Ratlliff’s ear surgery went well.  Once he is healed from surgery, his new devices will be turned on.  Pray all go as smoothly as planned.

 

 

 

Julie Smith Eudy, my sister, will be having surgery at Ochsner Hospital on Jefferson Monday.  Please begin to cover her with your prayers.  Please pray for the surgery and the recovery period.

 

 

 

Julie and I have completed the process of cutting, surging, folding, and grouping more than enough colorful washcloths for the shoeboxes we will pack in October.  They are beautiful!  I am anxious for the children to have them to enjoy for many years.  Our present projects include stuffing two-pocket folders for the boys and girls in the two older age groups.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – January 21

  • Genesis 42:18-43:34
  • Matthew 13:47-14:12
  • Psalm 18:16-36
  • Proverbs 4:7-10

 

 

The January Bible Study of Jeremiah is going well at New Zion Baptist Church.  There are two more nights.  It’s not too late to join the group.  They start at 6:30 P.M. with Bro. Darryl Miller teaching the group.

 

 

 

The Kentwood youth are planning for the annual Valentine Banquet which will be Saturday, February 8.  A steak supper will be served that night.  You can purchase your $20 tickets at the church office or from a youth.  Proceeds from the banquet will help with the cost of youth camp this summer.

 

 

 

We all know about being selfish.  Let’s practice being selfless today in our prayers and actions.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday Update

Preston Day got to come home after being checked out at the hospital.  He will feel better in a few days.  Please pray for him as he recovers.

 

 

 

David’s brother got to go home from the hospital today.  Thank-you for your continued prayers for him.

Saturday

You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.

~Isaiah 26:3~

 

 

 

Sherrill Caraway of Greensburg is still in the hospital in Baton Rouge.  The newest concern is his kidneys.  Pray for Sherrill to get well and to be able to return home.

 

 

 

Preston Day of the Pine Ridge community had a horse accident this morning and is now in the ER.  Pray for Preston, please,

 

 

 

Mrs. Nina Pye, formerly of Roseland, passed away yesterday.  Pray for her family.

 

 

 

David and I have family members driving and other family members flying to the East Coast today.  Pray for them as they adjust to a new assignment, new school, another home, etc.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – January 18

  • Genesis 37:1-38:30
  • Matthew 12:22-45
  • Psalm 16:1-11
  • Proverbs 3:27-32

 

 

 

Associational WMU meeting Monday at East Fork at 10!

 

 

 

Yesterday the family and friends group worked to open packaging, sew, etc.  Even though our day was cut short, we now have 160 more washcloths for our shoeboxes and many more cut and ready for surging.  We have pencils, stickers, etc. out of packaging and ready for packing in the coming months.  We generated eight small bags of trash, so you can see we were busy.

Who is going to get a friend or two to help with the next workday for OCC at FBC,K?  I’ll be waiting to hear from someone….

We are using used medicine bottles for some kits for OCC.  We would appreciate you saving, washing, and removing labels to help us out.  You can bring these to church for me.

If you have items that you purchased for OCC, you may leave them in the classroom next to the choir room, in one of the totes with a big red bow, or in the church office.  You can also hand them to Beth Lee, Wanda Smith, or me when you see us at church.  Thanks for all your support.

 

 

What opportunity will you use today to say or do something to share Jesus with others?

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

“Let us not get tired of doing what is right, for after a while we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t get discouraged and give up.” 

~Galatians 6:9 TLB~

 

 

 

I was asked to add Betty Braden to our prayer list.  She had an aneurysm repaired at North Oaks.

 

 

 

Buddy Morris‘ cardiologist approved him for surgery next Wednesday.  The doctor will be working on the artery that has some blockage.  Begin to pray now for surgery on the 22nd.

 

 

 

Dr. Anjanetta Varnado did well with her surgery yesterday.  The surgeon thinks all the cancer was removed, but pathology reports will give more information.  Pray for a full recover for her.

 

 

 

Scott Tolleson is home from the hospital, but is dealing with a lot of pain.  Medication is helping him to rest some.  Please pray for Scott and Brenda.

 

 

 

Josiah Huckaby has had some sick days, but hopefully is better.  This is one of the reports shared yesterday.

PRAYER…there’s power in it! The power of the Almighty God. The God who spoke all things into existence, except for us. The God who chose to form us with his own hands. The God who is sovereign & His answers to our prayers are good…even if we don’t think so.

As parents of a medically fragile child, we can testify to this. We can give you numerous examples of the power of prayer & the sovereignty of God. Last night was no exception…

Josiah has been having a lot of congestion since Friday but was otherwise fine. Monday night before bed he seemed to be feeling better but around midnight he started getting worse. So I sent a message to our pediatrician yesterday morning & he got us in yesterday afternoon. Josiah fought a low grade fever all day even after getting Tylenol scheduled. His oxygen requirements gradually crept up throughout the day & he looked so pitiful especially when he’d start a coughing fit. He tested negative for flu/RSV so we had a culture sent off from his trach but won’t have results until the end of the week. So we started an antibiotic & cough syrup. Last night we asked our church to pray for a restful night of sleep & quick improvement. God answered both of those requests! Josiah slept 14.5 hours last night & we have been able to wean his oxygen some this morning! He’s even up playing & smiling…and flirting (👇🏻 that is his flirty smile this morning)! We are praying this antibiotic will take care of whatever the issue is & that he continues to improve & that we can manage this at home instead of going to the hospital. To God be the glory!!!                                                                                                                  Job Huckaby

 

 

 

Sherrill Caraway of Greensburg is hospitalized in Baton Rouge.  In the past few days, Sherrill has had a heart cath., surgery, and possible a heart attack.  Please pray for him and his sweet family.  If you have ever attended a Two Rivers Senior Adult Revival, you have seen his wife, Margaret, who is is charge and has been for a number of years.

Update on Sherrill. Skip has been doing a good job posting. Sherrill had a 80% blockage and they were able to put a stint in. Right now he seems to be doing good. We would like to thank everyone for your prayers. God has led all the way through this.

Update on Sherrill. Doctor just came in. Going to keep him in hospital another day. He said looks like he had a light heart attack. He had a good night. So if today and tonight go ok we will go home tomorrow. Once again thank you to everyone who has been praying. Would still appreciate them.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020, January 16

  • Genesis 32:13-34:31
  • Matthew 11:7-30
  • Psalm 14:1-7
  • Proverbs 3:19-20

 

 

God loves prayer warriors!  One reason is because they are selfless!

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday

“For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” 

~2 Chronicles 16:9 NIV~

 

 

 

George Pike is having gamma knife surgery today.  Please remember him in your prayers.

 

 

 

Today, I would like to add two family members.

  • David’s brother-in-law, Harold Newman, is very sick.  Harold and Bonnie live in Bay St. Louis.
  • My first cousin, Scott Tolleson, is having surgery in Shreveport this morning. Scott is 63 and suffers from Huntington Disease.l

 

 

I haven’t mentioned the items I collect for a jail ministry.  Yesterday, someone asked if I was collecting 2020 calendars.  Yes, I would love to have them if you have some extra ones or find them at a good price.   Thanks for helping those in jail.

 

 

 

WMU Memorial Service & 
Quarterly Meeting, Monday,
January 20, 2020 @ 10:00
@ East Fork Baptist Church
If a WMU member in your church has passed on, please contact me by text or call me at 225-485-4648.
Come join us in honoring deceased members, bring a dish and bring a friend. Thank you!                                                                                                      Linda Graves of EFBC
Read the Bible in 2020 – January 14

 

  •  Genesis 30:1-31:16
  • Matthew 10:1-23
  • Psalm 12:1-8
  • Proverbs 3:13-15

 

 

 

God loves for us to be concerned about other people and to act with compassion.

Anna Lee