Wednesday

“Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.

You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.”

~Philippians 2:4-5 NLT~

Update on Mrs. Peggy Luce:

My mom went to doctors today. She has broken nose, but it’s in line and no surgery for that. Her eye socket is fractured and not affecting her eye. She can get her stitches out on Friday! She’s exhausted from being out all morning, but doing well! Thanks for the prayers. Please continue to pray! We love y’all! Debbie

Don’t forget the OCC Packing Party Saturday at 1 P.M. Bring a Christmas snack to share. Wear Christmas colors. It is always amazing to see how quickly we can pack a large number of boxes. If you have never done this before, give it a try, You’ll want to do it every year!

Sunday, Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will host their monthly breakfast benefit at eight o’clock. The fellowship is good, just like the food.

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Scripture Writing for October 23 – John 10: 9-13

Share God’s love today!

Anna Lee

Monday

Praise the LORD.Blessed are those who fear the LORD, who find great delight in his commands.

~Psalm 112:1~

Dollie Frazier shares her good news. Join Dollie in thanking God.

ALL PRAYER WARRIORS PRAISE REPORT:
OUT OF HOSPITAL THIS MORNING. DR. REPORTS SHOWED NO BLOOD CLOTS ON BRAIN NOR DID IT SHOW A STROKE OF EITHER. THIS IS NOT A BRAIN PROBLEM WITH MY EYES. HE TURNED ME BACK OVER TO MY EYE DOCTOR TOMORROW BECAUSE IT HAD A RETINA PROBLEM. AFTER SHE DECIDES WHAT TO DO I WILL ADVISE YOU. WE HAD A REVIVAL THERE IN THE HOSPITAL. EVERYONE WAS SO HAPPY IT WAS MOT A BRAIN PROBLEM. GOD IS IN CONTROL AND IF THERE WAS A BLOOD CLOT IT IS NOT THERE NOW.
PRAISE THE LORD! THANK ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR PRAYERS. PRAYER WORKS MY FRIENDS! I APPRECIATE ALL OF YOU. NOW TIME FOR SOME REST. THOSE STEROID SHOTS KEPT ME AWAKE. EVERYONE WAS GREAT AT NORTH OAKS HOSPITAL. THANKS TO ALL GREAT DOCTORS AND NURSES. (STILL NOT SEEING WELL SO I HOPE ALL THIS MADE SENSE).

Buddy Morris and family had a reason for a celebration. He celebrated one year free of cancer after her had treatment. The family is praising and thanking God.

Mr. John Phillips, who lives in my neighborhood, fell again. Pray for him as he recovers.

Mrs. Nita Russell Miller also fell. She had a double break in her hip and other injuries. Please pray for her too.

There will be a lot happening at FBC, Kentwood this week. It all starts with the associational WMU meeting Monday (today) morning and ends with a packing party for the shoeboxes Saturday at 1 P.M. Wednesday, we will have pray meeting and activities for the children and the youth. Don’t miss out!

Scripture Writing for October 21 – John 10: 1-4

Today, our area is expecting a lot of rain. Be careful if you are traveling on the roads. Thank God for the rain. His timing is always right.

Anna Lee

Saturday

For we did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in power, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty.

~2 Peter 1:16~

We have prayed for Dollie Frazier and her eye problems recently. We need to continue to do so. She has been having mini strokes in both eyes and is now hospitalized at North Oaks to help her save her vision.

Calling all Prayer Warriors I am now having strokes in my right eye as well. Dr Rhodes put me in the hospital at North Oakes for a few days to try and save my right eye. Thank you for prayer. God is Master Physcian!

Let’s support her with our prayers.

Scripture Writing for October 19 – Acts 4:11-12

Baptist Friendship House needs our support.

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Two Rivers’ WMU will meet Monday at FBC, Kentwood. Attend to learn. Leave to do missions. Keep your church involved.

One week from today, at 1 P.M., FBC Kentwood will have their packing party. You are invited to come pack and pray for shoeboxes. Wear your Christmas colors and bring a Christmas “goodie” to share with the other packers. Packing always goes quickly, so don’t be late.

Yesterday, I shared that I believe in praying. A reader responded with example of how prayer has working in their family. The more we believe, the more we will pray! I had an older friend who now resides in her heavenly home. She told me for several years about all the things she wished she could still do, but couldn’t. She always ended by saying she could still pray. She faithfully prayed for my family and the families of many of you. As soon as David and I would get settled in to visit with her, she would begin to ask about those she had been praying for. She wanted her prayers to be timely and consistent with the current needs. I miss my friend, but I greatly miss her Christian example. I’m thankful for the lessons I learned from her.

Thanks for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.”

~Revelation 1:8~

Betty Taylor shared that her sister, Glenda, has continued to improve and was released from the hospital yesterday.

Carol Ann Cleveland shared that her daughter, Betty Rainey, had the shunt implanted and was doing so well she went to a regular room rather than ICU following her surgery.

Andy Taylor’s niece had a lung to collapse for the second time. She’s better, but was informed her lung will probably collapse again. Pray her her lung to improve and for the number of collapses to be fewer than the doctor expects.

Smiley Conerly had a MRI done yesterday and will get the results in about a week. Pray for him as he searches for answers.

Buddy Morris got another good report yesterday. His good reports are not what the doctor expected when Buddy was diagnosed. Thank God for the improvement Buddy has made since that first diagnosis.

Josiah Huckaby continues to improve, but is still dependent on oxygen, which means he will be hospitalized for a while. Thank God that Josiah has two caring parents who chose him knowing he would require special care. Josiah was blessed to be chosen by Job and KK!

Ladies, make plans to be at the Two River’s WMU meeting at FBC, Kentwood Monday. Leadership will meet at 9:00 before the 10:00 meeting. All ladies are invited. A covered dish meal will follow the meeting. I thank God for the ladies who stepped up and are doing an excellent job in my absence.

Scripture Writing for October 17 – 2 Corinthians 5: 11-15

Operation Christmas Child Packing Party – October 26th at 1 P.M. in the FBC, K fellowship hall.

I believe in prayer!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“This is what the LORD Almighty says: ‘In a little while I will once more shake the heavens and the earth, the sea and the dry land.

I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,’ says the LORD Almighty.

~Haggai 2:6-7~

Scripture Writing for October 16 – 2 Corinthians 5: 6-10

A new church directory for FBC, Kentwood will soon be made, but first pictures must be taken. Today is the day that begins. Call the church office if you need a time slot to have your picture made.

My classmate, Carol Ann, asks for prayer today because her daughter, Betty C. Rainey, will have surgery to get a shunt to reduce headaches. Pray for everyone involved. Thanks.

Annette Patricia Allison

July 08, 1965 – August 14, 2019

Annette Patricia Allison, 54 of Wellsburg, WV died suddenly on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at home. Born on July 8, 1965 in Marrero, LA, a daughter of the late Everette L. Keith and Sylvia Stielper and Step-Father Patrick Stielper of Fallston, MD. Annette graduated Comeaux High School and went on to receive her Phlebotomist License and worked as a nurses aide at The Brooke Senior Citizen Center. She was Baptist by faith. In her spare time she enjoyed being outside and spending time with her animals. In addition to her mother she is survived by her life partner of 12 years Aaron Slovekosky of Wellsburg, WV, two sons Joshua Harry of Lafayette, LA and Jason Harry of Wittmann, AZ, one granddaughter; Lauren Harry of CA, and one sister Tammy Montelione of Weirton, WV. Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 2:00PM until Memorial Services at 4:00PM on Saturday, October 19, 2019. Services conducted by Rev. Joe Day. Inurment will follow in Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood.

“How to Add Missions to What You are Already Doing”

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I’m so thankful for the rain showers we have had. They were much needed.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“If you insist on saving your life, you will lose it.

Only those who throw away their lives for my sake and for the sake of the Good News will ever know what it means to really live.”

~Mark 8:35 TLB~

Today, I want to start by saying we got a great rain yesterday. I know God’s timing is always right, so I am thankful it was our turn to get some rain.

Josiah Huckaby

Josiah is definitely feeling better today. He’s been awake way more today than yesterday. He is still requiring quite a bit of oxygen but I feel like he’s kind of stabled out with that for now. The PICU dr today feels most of his symptoms are viral vs infection. He did test positive for rhinovirus, which is very common. Most kids don’t even know they have it but for kids like Josiah, it can cause some major issues. They have also narrowed down which bacteria is growing in his trach so we know exactly what he needs to be treated with. The current plan is to discharge when he gets back to his normal 0.5 L of oxygen. We have no clue when that will be. I figure at least another day or so because he’s currently on 3 L with his sats are hanging out at the lower end of his allowed range.

And if you were curious about what he’s up to, here’s a pic…he’s just hanging out with his feet propped up, watching Disney Jr while playing with his toy. 😎

Scripture Writing for 10-15-19 – Luke 9: 23-27

Two Time Changes

On Nov. 3rd, we change our clocks back one hour. Do something special for one hour that day with the extra hour.
The Operation Christmas Child Packing Party at FBC, Kentwood will begin at 1 P.M., rather than 6 P.M. We will be able to pack the shoeboxes and finish at a more reasonable time.

“Shoeboxes” – If you want to pack a shoebox(es) as a family project, please let me know. (You can message me here, see me at church, or give me a call at home.) I can provide you with a red and green official box(es). You still have a month to pack them, so it is not too late. FBC, Kentwood packs their boxes early so we can prepare to be a drop-off site in November.

Postage for Shoeboxes – It costs $9.00 to ship each box. As of the end of last week, we had collected about 70% of the amount we need to ship the FBC boxes. You can give in the church office any day or put your donation in the offering plate Sunday morning if you choose to do so. Thanks to those who have helped with postage. You are greatly appreciated!

Anna Lee

Sunday

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

~Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)~

Scripture Writing for October 13 – Revelations 21: 3-8

Please pray for my classmate, Barbara Daniel Yerby, who lives in Amite. Barbara has double pneumonia.

Tomorrow night the Two Rivers Associational Annual Meeting will be held at Roseland. It is always interesting and you get to see your friends from other area churches. The meeting begins at 6 P.M.

Thanks to those who supported shoeboxes by providing postage. Postage is $9.00 per shoebox. If you didn’t contribute to the items inside the box, maybe you would like to provide the shipping of some boxes. Remember, each shoebox touches seven lives!

Our “shoebox” packing party will be Saturday, October 26 at 6 P.M. in the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood. You are encouraged to wear Christmas colors and to bring a Christmas snack to share with the other packers. This is an awesome experience for all who participate. I cannot tell you, but if you participate your heart will be touched.

Thanks for reading and praying today. You make a difference in many lives.

Anna Lee

Friday

“God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.”

~Philippians 2:13 NLT~

Betty Taylor’s sister, Glenda Phelps, will have heart surgery early morning, possibly at 7:00. Keep Glenda and her family in your prayers.

Fieldon John Fulda

April 30, 1931 – October 08, 2019

Fieldon John Fulda, a resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at Terrebonne General Medical Center in Houma, LA. He was born April 30, 1931 in Camden, AR and was 88 years of age. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and teacher.

He was a music educator for over five decades, including Southeastern Christian College and Burgin High School in Kentucky; and at Amite High School, where he taught band and choir for 28 years. He loved his band and choir “kids” through whom his legacy continues. He is also a retired Church of Christ minister serving in Indiana, Kentucky and Louisiana. He received his Bachelor of Music Degree from LSU and Master’s Degree from SLU. He was proud to be a member of the Golden Band from Tigerland and was a lifelong LSU sports fan, beginning as a Boy Scout assisting spectators. His voice will be missed during the national anthem and alma mater at LSU home football games. He was a featured soloist in numerous oratorios and other religious works throughout the U.S. and performed in and directed local theater productions. For many summers he was the director at Antioch Music Camp in Kentucky.

He was an alumnus of Amite High School, where he was a member of the Key Club and was elected Tri-State Governor. He was a co-founder of the Tangi Dog Training Club and a member of the Amite Arts Council. He loved reading, fishing, and was an avid beekeeper.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Clytae Wright Fulda; three daughters, Jana Fulda Russell and Greg, Lisa Caryn Fulda and David Lam, and Beth Fulda van Mullem and Robbie; grandchildren Johanna Garland-Fulda Russell, Lauren Ansley van Mullem and Julia Catherine van Mullem; brother George Earle Fulda, Sr., step-grandchildren Sarah and Jerod King, Megan and Mark McCarver, Justin and Lydia Russell, and Benjamin and Katy Russell; and nieces and nephews Chuck, Cindy, George and Nina. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles Julius Fulda, Jr. and Georgie Virine Stafford Fulda; brother, Charles Julius “Pete” Fulda, III. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Sunday and from 9:00AM until Religious Services at Amite Church of Christ at 11:00AM on Monday, October 14, 2019. Services conducted by Bro. Don McGee and Rev. Josh Milliron. Interment Mulberry Street Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

The October Quarterly Two Rivers WMU meeting will be held at FBC, Kentwood on Monday, October 21. Please plan to attend.

The Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Packing Party will be Saturday, October 26th at 6 P.M. I hope you plan to attend. You are asked to wear Christmas colors and to bring a Christmas snack. Let’s get those boxes packed and sent out to children so they and their families can hear about Jesus.

Scripture Writing for October 11 – I John 2: 7-11

Mission Giving Opportunities

Georgia Barnette (Louisiana)
Postage for shoeboxes ($9.00/Shoebox)

Enjoy weather that is a little cooler and the possibility of some rain. It’s been a long time since we had a good rain!

Anna Lee

Monday

Sleep didn’t come my way, so I am up tonight writing this for Monday. If you are awake too, please pray I will be able to sleep some soon.

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.

Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.

If you do this, you will experience God’s peace.”

~Philippians 4:6-7 NLT~

I want to mention three people to you tonight.

Smiley Conerly will be seeing a pulmonologist tomorrow.
Bryan Tate is in MD Anderson in Houston.
Ruby Dillon had a good day Sunday, the best day since she has been home from the hospital.

Scripture Writing for October 7 – Jeremiah 33: 2-3

Mission Opportunities

Annual Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana
Collecting money for postage for shoeboxes – $9.00 per box
Packing party for Operation Christmas Child on October 26 at 6 P.M.
Two Rivers Associational WMU will meet at FBC, Kentwood this month

Thanks for praying about my sometimes crazy sleep patterns. I usually don’t sleep during the day so wasted sleep time at night usually means I just lose the sleep.

Anna Lee

God’s Day!

11 With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may bring to fruition your every desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith.

12 We pray this so that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Scripture Writing – October 6 – Matthew 11: 27-30

I hope you have a church you regularly attend. If not, today is a wonderful day to begin looking for one. If you don’t have a plan, we would love to have you visit us at First Baptist Church, Kentwood. Sunday school begins at 9:15 and worship at 10:30. Services tonight begin at 6 P.M. We have classes/opportunities for all ages.

Anna Lee