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Monday

I just realized I forgot to publish this EARLY this morning. I’m fine. I just had a long, busy day.

“This good news of the kingdom

will be proclaimed in all the world

as a testimony to all nations.

And then the end will come.”

~Matthew 24:14~

(It was such a joy to share about the Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions last night with two groups of children at TeamKid. They have such tender hearts and attentive ears. Pray they will always be open to sharing their money so others can hear about Jesus and always know that Jesus loves them and and wants them to share that message with others.)

From Martha Pevey Drago (written last night)

….our oldest son Jeremy’s daughter Macy has been diagnosed with leukemia. They left for St Judes today. Please put her on your prayer link. Thanks Martha

Penny Dees McDowell

Words cannot express how much our family appreciates all the prayers that our dear personal and even not personal friends have offered up for the healing of our sweet Penny. It means so much just to know that others are as concerned about your loved one as you are. Penny is still in ICU and is still very sick, but is definitely making improvement in the right direction. As of tonight (Sunday), the doctors have ordered that she have no visitors except immediate family for the remainder of her time in ICU. They said that this is because she needs COMPLETE rest in order promote the healing process. Please keep praying for her healing. Thank you so much again. We love you.
Penny’s Family

Please continue to pray for my aunt, Naomi, in Texas. Her doctor thinks she needs surgery on her vertebrae, so her internal medicine doctor will be consulted today. She is pain and very uncomfortable.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Public Praise” – http://odb.org/

Missions – Georgia Barnette Missions Offering for Louisiana – http://georgiabarnette.org/mission-studies/

Did You Know?

Nearly 50 percent of Louisiana’s residents do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ?

Values – Encouragement – “You are More Powerful than You Think” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1505-You-Are-More-Powerful-Than-You-Think

Hymn of the Day – “Let Jesus Come into your Heart” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/e/letjesus.htm

During October, we are collecting jackets, winter scarves, gloves, and hat for distribution through Re-Store. This cooler weather means today is a good time to look though your closets to see what your family will not be using this year. Collection baskets are available inside the main and office entrances to FBC, Kentwood. Thanks for sharing.

You are invited to participate in FBC,K visitation at Kentwood Manor at 10 A.M. this morning.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“With men this is impossible,

but with God all things are possible.”

~Matthew 19:26~

Pat Hoosier is have a week of chemo. After a three week break, he will begin round two of six rounds. While he is having round two, his wife will have surgery on her hands. Pray for the three girls as they maintain their family life and take care of their parents.

Pray for Elaine Stewart. She is having surgery today for round three of cancer. Pray she does well again this time.

The Disaster Relief program of Southern Baptist churches has been busy. They are still working at one disaster area when another need develop.

http://www.namb.net/dr/

The topic for tomorrow’s “Lucy” Bible study is Spiritual Gifts. Join us at 10:00 if you are interested.

FBC will be collecting jackets, gloves, scarves, and sweatshirts this month to be given to “Re-Store”. Bring your items and place them in the collection baskets at the main and office doors. The items will be taken to Amite at the end of the month.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Gift of Presence” – http://odb.org/

Values – Making a Difference – “On Teaching Cadets” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1514-On-Teaching-Cadets

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Hymn of the Day – “Onward Christian Soldiers” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/n/onwardcs.htm

I trust this song will be with you throughout the day today. Enjoy it.

Thanks for your prayers each day. You make a difference!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“All of you, take up My yoke and learn from Me,

because I am gentle and humble in heart,

and you will find rest for yourselves.

For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

~Matthew 11:29-30~

I asked Diane Turner to give us an update on her son, Dan Turner, whose was in seriously injured in a motorcycle/deer accident .

I am sending you an update on Dan for you to pass on to those on The Prayer Link. First of all, our many thanks to those who have prayed and lifted Dan, his wife Angela, and the rest if family up to our Heavenly Father. We are convinced wholeheartedly, that Dan’s life was spared and that he continues to prove by God’s hand. Dan is still in outpatient therapy two days a week. He is going to rehab at a facility known as Quest. This facility only takes patients that they feel have a high success expectancy for complete recovery. That in itself is a confirmation to us that God is going to see this thing through.

At Quest, Dan is receiving therapy for his left shoulder, hand, and foot. He was left with tendinitis from the broken shoulder that was inhibiting his range of motion and interfering with therapy to strengthen that area. He has been receiving injections in the shoulder to correct this so therapy can move along. Also, he had similar issues in the hand and foot. He is also receiving injections in both the forearm and heel, greatly improving with function he needs for therapy.

Dan is very proactive and participating in his therapy both as a patient and a health professional who is vitally interested in getting past this to get back to help heal others. He is taking every stat that is generated by monitoring equipment and therapists and has developed spread sheets, bar graphs, and pie charts to track his progress. Having these visuals of his progress is SO AWESOME!!! It is so exciting and encouraging for him to see his progress, and to his family!!! to see it, as well! He has visions of volunteering his expertise in this area to other patients at Quest to also give them hope and encouragement as they travel the road back traumatic injury.

We ask that you continue to pray for Dan and Angela, his wife. Pray specifically for his continued healing through this careful dance of meds and therapy to continue to awaken those areas of the brain controlling the shoulder, hand, and leg on the left side of his body. Thank you all again for your faithfulness to pray for Dan.

I know you will want to continue praying for all the Turners. I think having this update will help us know how to best pray now.

Today is the day Mrs. Florene (Robert) Pate has surgery at OLOL. Keep her and her family, as well as the medical staff. in your prayers.

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Married to Royalty” – http://odb.org/

Values – Do Your Part – “Be Grateful” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1515-Be-Grateful

Hymn of the Day – “Love is the Theme” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/t/lthethem.htm

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

Needs – Re-Store is in need of jackets, sweaters, sweatshirts, winter hats, and winter gloves. If you have some that are clean and usable that you are willing to share, please bring them to FBC and leave them in the baskets by the main and office entrances. I will deliver them to Amite at the end of October.

Let God show His love through you today.

Anna Lee

Friday

“Ask of Me,

and I will make the nations Your inheritance

and the ends of the earth Your possession.”

~Psalm 2:8~

David Bales got a good biopsy report. Thank-you for praying. The family appreciates each one of your prayers.

Spencer Claire Webb is at St. Jude and will need to have an eye removed today to remove cancer. Pray for the Spencer, the family, and the medical staff, both today and in the days to come.

Hymn of the Day – “Jesus Loves the Little Children” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/e/jesloves.htm

A lesson in values – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1521-A-Step-Back-I-Cannot-Take

Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions – http://georgiabarnette.org/when-the-church-returns/

Devotional – Our Daily Bread -Fire and Rain – http://odb.org/

Bible Study – This morning at 10:00 – FBC Fellowship Hall – Everyone is invited. No workbook. No homework. Bring your Bible.

We’ve got so much to talk with God today. Let’s get on with the praying.

Anna Lee

Wednesday Afternoon

Kaye Roberts’ brother, Jimmy Alford, is checking into Ochsner at Jefferson at 3:00 this afternoon to have cancer surgery tomorrow. Please be in prayer for Jimmy and for his family.

The “Lucy” Bible study Friday morning at 10:00 will be on perfection. The next three lessons will be on gifts, accusations, and devotion. Please feel free to join us at any time.

Linda Ritchie Tryniecki (Linda was a college classmate. Her husband was David’s high school and college classmate. Pray for Linda’s family.)

(November 23, 1948 – September 24, 2013)

Linda Ritchie Tryniecki, a resident of Amite, died at 8:15 am on Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. She was born November 23, 1948 in Bogalusa and was 64 years of age. Linda was a devoted wife, a loving mother, grandmother and a faithful friend. Her memory will be cherished by her loving husband, Jim Tryniecki of Amite; her daughters Melissa Bordelon and husband Nic, Mandeville; Debbie Gallagher and husband Mike, Alexandria; Angela Tryniecki of Mandeville; eight grandchildren: Kelsey, Bryce and Karley Bordelon of Mandeville; Madison, Kaitlyn and Shawn Gallagher of Alexandria; Alex and Adam Dumestre of Mandeville; and a sister, Juanita Trout and husband Larry of Red Deer, Alberta Canada. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert Virgil and Nita Ritchie of Bogalusa. Linda devoted her professional life to the countless students that she taught and teachers that she mentored over her 26 year career. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education from Southeastern Louisiana University. Her first few years of teaching found her at Amite Elementary, Holy Ghost Catholic School and Merryland Kindergarten and PreSchool. She then found her home at Mater Dolorosa Catholic School in Independence where she taught Kindergarten and 2nd grade for eight years. Her desire to help Mater Dolorosa flourish brought her out of the classroom and into the leadership role as Principal of Mater Dolorosa for six years. These years spent with the students, teachers and families of Mater Dolorosa Parish were her most cherished. After retiring from her role as Principal, she returned to her alma mater of Southeastern to share her expertise and experience as an Instructor and University Supervisor of Student Teachers for six years. She always expressed her joy in being able to mentor these future educators. The family wishes to thank the doctors and ICU nursing staff of North Oaks Hospital for their devoted care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Linda Tryniecki Scholarship established for Mater Dolorosa Catholic School set up at Chase Bank. Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm on Thursday, September 26, 2013 and at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, from 8 am until Religious Services at 10:00 am on Friday, September 27, 2013. Services will be conducted by Fr. Mark Beard. Interment will be at St. Dominic Cemetery in Husser. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Wednesday

“Oh, magnify the Lord with me,

and let us exalt his name together!”

~Psalm 34:3, ESV~

Pray for the family of Mrs. Ruby Ziggler. She’s not doing well.

The revival at New Zion Baptist Church has been wonderful. The attendance has been very good. Rev. Bruce Worrell is preaching. Andy Taylor is leading the music. Tonight’s 6:30 service is the last one.

The senior adults on the trip to Branson have arrived safely and are looking forward to making some special memories. They appreciate East Fork Baptist Church for organizing the trip. Pray for good health and safe travels for each person.

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

Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions – Projected Allocations – http://georgiabarnette.org/about-gbo/2014-projected-allocations/

Hymn of the Day – “Did You Think to Pray” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/d/i/didyouth.htm

Values – Friendship – “True Friends” – http://www.values.com/your-inspirational-stories/1476–True-Friends

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Nairobi mall terror witnessed by missionaries

We had five of our eight “young” ladies present for their birthday celebration yesterday. Many friends were there to support then.

It’s still not too late to turn in school uniforms to be given to Re-Store in Amite. Our project for October will be collecting jackets, sweaters, winter caps, gloves, etc..

Have a special day. Do something meaningful.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength;

They will mount up with wings like eagles,

They will run and not get tired,

They will walk and not become weary.”

~Isaiah 40:31, NASB~

Spencer Clair Webb (at St. Jude)

Just wanted to let everyone know kinda where we are at. We arrived at St. Jude’s today and got checked into there housing. We meet with all her doctors tomorrow and doing eye exam under anesthesia Wednesday. We will keep everyone updated as we know more. Thank you in advance for all of the prayers. We love each and everyone of y’all and are truly grateful for y’all.

Larry Carruth has completed round two of treatment. Pray for him and his family as they see a doctor for tests to evaluation his current condition.

Pray for the Bales/Brister family as they wait another day to get a biopsy report on David.

New Zion Baptist Church is having a wonderful revival. Services at 6:30 continue tonight and tomorrow. Rev. Bruce Worrell is preaching. Andy Taylor is leading music. You only have two more opportunities to be a part of this revival.

Baptist Press – Today’s post includes an update on Henry Blackaby – https://mail.google.com/mail/?shva=1#inbox/1414cabe389eba5c

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “A Friend in Need” – http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “Day by Day” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/d/a/daybyday.htm

Spend some time with the words/message of this song. Keep them close to your heart all day.

Georgia Barnette State Missions Offering – “Get the Facts” – http://georgiabarnette.org/about-gbo/missions-facts-stats/

Pray for the senior adults going to Branson today for a trip organized by East Fork Baptist Church. Pray they enjoy Branson, the company of others on the trip, and grow closer to the Lord at the same time.

Pray for the “young” ladies with September birthdays being honored today at Nyla’s. May they continue to be a light for others.

Anna Lee

Saturday Afternoon

Mrs. Joyce Frazier passed away. Please be in prayer for her family.

I learned today that Keith Womack did not have a stroke. Let’s thank God for this good news.

Pray for David Bales and his family as they await biopsy reports.

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Thanks to all who contributed food or money to the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home. You will be helping children in different cottages with meals in the coming months.

Thanks to all who contributed food, clothing, money and other items to the family whose home was burned. They are most appreciative of your help.

Thanks to the Sunday School class of FBC, Kentwood for contributing to Camp Living Waters and their current needs. May God continue to bless you for your generous spirit.

Saturday

“Therefore encourage one another

and build each other up

as you are already doing.”

~1 Thessalonians 5:11, HCSB~

Henry Blackaby has been found and is receiving medical attention.

http://www.blackaby.net/blog/2013/09/20/update-henry-has-been-found/

Mrs. Helen Mills passed away. Please pray for her family.

Georgia Barnette State Missions Offering – Day 7 – http://georgiabarnette.org/week-of-prayer/day-7-fellowship-church/

Hymn of the Day – “Showers of Blessing(s)” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/b/sblessin.htm

As God provides the much needed rain today, remembers how He provides us blessings and more blessings in our lives.

Devotional – “A Prize for Peace” – http://odb.org/

What a turnaround – from dynamite to peace! God provides a turnaround for each of us if we choose Him.

Looking ahead: The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be Tuesday at Nyla’s.

Anna Lee

Friday

“But from there, you will search for the LORD your God,

and you will find Him when you seek Him with all your heart and all your soul.”

~Deuteronomy 4:29~

This is the morning David Bales (33) has surgery at North Oaks. The family will be appreciative of each and every prayer.

Jerry Doughty got a good report from M.D. Anderson. He doesn’t go back until November. Thank God for the good report.

Kathy Jo Thompson has had her surgery for a new shunt in her brain. Pray for a speedy recovery.

Mrs. Ruby Ziggler is facing some new complications. Pray for her and for her family.

Last night, the Third Thursday meeting was a great night of food, fellowship, prayer, and worship. Thank-you to each person who makes our meeting so special. Special thanks to Andy Taylor for leading us in worship. Eight churches were represented last night.

This morning, at 10:00, we well have our “Lucy” Bible study. Gomer Pyle will join Lucy in today’s video. We will learn about legalism today as “Lucy Gets Caught in the Draft”. This study is open to men and to women. Each lesson is independent, so drop in and join us without feeling like you have missed out on previous lessons.

Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions – Day 6 – http://georgiabarnette.org/week-of-prayer/day-6-horeb-hispanic-church/

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “A Difficult Place” – http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “In the Sweet By and By” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/i/n/t/intsbab.htm

Be sure to read the story of how this song was written.

I’m looking forward to the “Young’ Ladies Birthday Party Tuesday at Nyla’s. We will be honoring those who have September birthdays.

Trusting God who has His reasons and His answers to our questions!

Anna Lee