Category: FBC

Wednesday

“He sent the message to the Israelites,

proclaiming the good news

of peace through Jesus Christ–

He is Lord of all.”

~Acts 10:36, HCSB~

Macy Gueldner 

We celebrated WEEK 100 this week! Macy is on the 100th week of her 3rd phase of treatment. Tomorrow she begins week 101 with her very last doses of vincristine and dex. This is pretty “big time” for her. These are the meds (chemo and steroid) that give her bone and nerve pain. We are happy for her to be kicking these two to the curb! Now, she only has 19 more weeks left of methotrexate and mercaptopurine (6mp.)

She’s been feeling well, but those nasty mouth sores never really go away anymore. Although you wouldn’t know it unless she gives you a good look in her mouth (which is rare.) Please pray that these last doses of vinc/dex aren’t too hard on her this weekend. We’re all ready to enjoy a good holiday. Merry Christmas from Team Macy.

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Johnny Belgard’s new liver was working well at bedtime last night.  I’ve been checking my phone for an update, but nothing yet.  I’ll post one when I get one.  I’m certainly thanking God Johnny was able to have the new liver and all seemed to be going well.

Shelton Day, one of our neighbors, is hospitalized because his potassium level is too high. Please add him to your prayer list.

Ora Lee Wilson told me her grandson, Brandon, has been getting some good reports.  Let’s thank God Brandon did not really have the problems the doctors suspected at first.

Harrell Sharkey and his family learned his cancer is only in one location and can be successfully removed with surgery, which will be in January.  Thank God for another good report.

It is wonderful to be able to share all good updates this morning!

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 143-145

Scripture Writing – Matthew 2:7-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering –  After two weeks, FBC, Kentwood has reached 45% of the goal set for this year.  I can hardly wait until I can report we have surpassed our goal!

Two websites to read and enjoy:

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Special opportunities for the coming week:

  • Thursday – Third Thursday at the Cabin – 6:30 – Come hear and sing Christmas music this month.
  • Friday – Bible study of “John” at 10 A.M. in the FBC fellowship hall
  • Saturday and Sunday – Combined choirs of FBC,K and EFBC along with an orchestra present “Majesty of Christmas” at FBC, K at 6 P.M.

 

 

I’ll be glad to share special events at other churches if you send me the information.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Monday

“Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift.”

~2 Corinthians 9:15, HCSB~

 

I was asked to add Robert and Ora Lee Wilson’s grandson, Brandon, to the prayer list.  He is Sheila’s son.  Brandon has a lung issue and is hospitalized.

I got to visit with Kathryn Meadows last night.  She had a liver transplant, but is improving.  I’m sure she would appreciate additional prayers.

Please  continue to pray for Johnny Belgard as he works to get stronger so he can get a liver transplant.  He is in Ochsner, New Orleans.

Another Johnny to pray for is “Lit’ Man” Santangello.  He has developed some new issues.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Deuteronomy 26-28

Scripture Writing – Matthew 1:21-25

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Pictures of global cities

 – http://www.imb.org/main/lottie-moon/details.asp?StoryID=13798&LanguageID=1709#.Vm67PGQrLx4

 

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

 

 

Opportunities this Week

  • Tuesday – Preparing/delivering fruit baskets for the homebound.  First Baptist Church, Kentwood at 3 P.M.
  • Tuesday – Young at Heart at New Zion Baptist Church at 10:30.  The program will feature James Rimes and possibly Sherman Cutrer.  Their music will touch your heart.
  • Thursday – Third Thursday at the Cabin at 6:30.  Come to the cabin to enjoy a time of food, fellowship, music, devotional, and prayer.
  • Bible Study of John – Friday at 10:00 in the fellowship hall of FBC, K.  Call me if you have any questions.
  • Saturday and Sunday – Christmas music “The Majesty of Christmas” at FBC,K at 6 P.M.  Fellowship will follow each night.  East Fork choir members are joining for a combined choir.  An orchestra will also be involved each night.
  • I”ll be glad to add any events I forgot or an unaware of.  Let me hear from you.

 

 

Jesus is the one and only reason for the season!

Anna Lee

Saturday

The true light that gives light to every man

was coming into the world.  

He was in the world,

and though the world was made through him,

the world did not recognize him.

~John 1:9-10~

 

Please pray for Robbie Lynn Kirby who is having back problems again.

Gloria Gill will be having a heart ablation Thursday.  Please add her to your prayer list.

Aniston Renae Newman, the daughter of Matthew and Angel Bridges Newman, has arrived and is beautiful!  Congratulate the parents and grandparents when you see them.

There is an awesome display. “Christmas Village”, which will be on display tonight at FBC, Greensburg.  It is free, but donations to the youth fund will be accepted.  It will be a wonderful way to  get focused on the real meaning of Christmas.

Read the Bible in 2015 – Acts 23-24

Scripture  Writing – December 12 – Malachi 3:1-3

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering –  Tomorrow, at FBC,K, we will have our yearly march for missions, missionaries, and our offering.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Get wrapped up in the reason for this awesome season!  It’s all about Jesus!

Anna Lee Alford

 

 

Wednesday

The generous will prosper;

those who refresh others

will themselves be refreshed.

~Proverbs 11:25~

 

Please continue to pray for Johnny Belgard of Chesbrough.  Johnny has ups and downs, like most people who are hospitalized.  He is in Ochsner in New Orleans.

Jack McCarte, son-in-law of Mrs. Mary Miller, was found to have heart problems that required surgery, not simply some stents.  Surgery went well this afternoon, but shortly after that he had a seizure.  Please pray that will some rest and medication, he will be doing better soon.  Jack is in Jackson, MS.

Mr. James Miller had more blood given to him today and is feeling much better.  Keep him and “Miss” Mary in your prayers.

 

Brett Michael Ware

Born: August 21, 1969
Died: December 04, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3515394&fh_id=10545

 

 

Operation Christmas Child

 Pray for the shoeboxes as they are prepared for delivery and make their journey to boys and girls.

  • For the Gospel of Jesus Christ to be boldly proclaimed as we distribute these boxes in remote corners of the earth.
  • For God to bring many into His Kingdom through these simple gifts.
  • For God’s favor and protection on local church volunteers as they organize distributions in more than 100 countries.
  • For shoeboxes to arrive safely and quickly at their intended destinations.

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions – Service Opportunities

Apprentice and Career Missionaries

http://www.imb.org/go/serving.aspx#Apprentice/Career

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 140-142

Scripture Writing – December 9th – Psalms 72: 8-14

 

Kentwood Manor – This evening, we will deliver packages to the nursing home patients and sing Christmas carols to them.  Call the church office (229-8111) for details.

 

Friday Morning Bible Study

  • 10 A.M.
  • Beginning to study the book of “John”
  • Join us this week.  I think you will enjoy the study.
  • God will bless your efforts.

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Wednesday

You, O LORD, reign forever;

your throne endures from generation to generation.

~Lamentations 5:19~

 

Mr. James Miller has felt well enough to make the trips to Covington this w eek for treatment.  Pray for Mr. James’ illness and treatment.

Elaine Tolar Doucette will have surgery at North Oaks today.  Pray for her family, especially her parents, as they wait during this time.

 

 

Paul Wesley Varnado
Born: September 04, 1945
Died: November 17, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3508819&fh_id=10545

Gwyndolyn Alford Topham

Born: August 20, 1942
Died: November 30, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3508800http://

 

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions – Day 4

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 137-139

Scripture Writing in 2015 – Isaiah 9:6-7

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Reminders

  • The Friday Morning Bible study will be Thursday this week at 11 A.M.
  • Senior Adults of FBC, Kentwood:  Christmas Lunch at 11 A.M. today
  • Frozen Food for Families – Sunday

 

 

Please remember to pray for all the families who are grieving during the holiday season.

Anna Lee

 

Sunday

Give thanks to the LORD,

for he is good;

his love endures forever.

~1 Chronicles 16:34~

 

 

 

Frieda Jones is having some pain issues following surgery that have affected her heart issues.  Please keep her in your prayers.

 

Fifth Sunday Singing at NZBC tonight at 6:30.  Among those singing tonight will be Bubba Roberts and Destiny Martin.  You are invited to come.

Today is day we have set aside to turn in stamped Christmas cards.  I will be delivering them to the jail tomorrow.

Next Sunday in our day to collect Frozen Food for Families.  If you have not already done so, you still have all week to put some food up to share next week.

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – I John 1-3

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Thankfulness: Day 29

Many people are depressed at one or more times of their lives. especially the holiday season.  God is always there and hoping they will reach for “Higher Ground”.  He’s always willing to lift them up.

May this Lord’s Day be special to you.

Anna Lee

Saturday

Give thanks in all circumstances,

for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

~1 Thessalonians 5:18~

 

Mrs. Frieda Jones got some lab reports back.  They are good.  There is one more lab report, but it will be about two weeks in the process.  Please pray for Frieda as she heals.

Barbara Forshag has shingles despite having had the shot.  Pray the shot at least lessons the pain and duration somewhat.

Barbara Hurchinson is doing very well now.  Thanks for praying for her.

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Acts 17-18

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Women’s Ministry

  • The will be NO BIBLE STUDY the day after Thanksgiving.  We will complete our study of Women of the Bible the following week with a study of the “Widow with Two Coins”.  You may want to read Mark 12:41-44 and Luke 21:1-4.  I also have a study guide if you want one.  Just ask.
  • Tuesday, before Thanksgiving, we will have the monthly “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party at The Cafe at 11 A.M.
  • We will be collecting stamps for Christmas cards for parish prisoners until Sunday, November 29th.

 

 

The Community Thanksgiving service will be at FBC, Kentwood Sunday evening.

 

FBC, Kentwood is collecting items for the residents for Kentwood Manor.  Contact the church office, 229-8111, to learn what is still needed.

 

Thankfulness: Day 21 – Today, I’m thankful for the IMB, International Mission Board for providing for missionaries who tell unreached people about Jesus all around the world.  Beginning November 29th, we will celebrate the annual Lottie Moon Week of Pray for International Missions.  Lottie was a missionary to China and helped raise awareness in churches here so more funds would be given to support more missionaries.  She was very effective in doing so.

 

Have a blessed Saturday.  

Be a blessing to someone today.

Thank-you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“Don’t worry about anything,

but in everything,

through prayer and petition with thanksgiving,

let your requests be made known to God.”

~Philippians 4:6, HCSB~

Yesterday, when I offered to do something for Jane Wickham, she only asked for prayers.  So many people need to know the power of prayer and then use it.

Jane Wickham is at North Oaks.  Her request is for prayer.

Freida Jones went home yesterday afternoon.  Keep her in your prayers as she heals.  The  surgery went well.  Now, pray for the healing process.

Kendall Ott is doing well.  He was also able to come home yesterday.  He will get good care at home.  Pray for his healing.

Jesse Dean has had some difficult days following his neck surgery.  Pray for him as he sees this doctor today.

Mrs. Anne Hurst was able to be at prayer meeting.  She is thankful for the progress she has made.  Keep her on your prayer list.

Both Kenneth Birch and Kenny Ray Gill had surgery Tuesday at Our Lady of the Lake.  Pray for the recovery process and for long-term healing.

Boyd Hatchel’s new position – http://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=111f752deefc7515c101c86fb&id=a10964f3b9

Read the Bible in 2015 – Ecclesiastes 9-10

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Third Thursday at the Cabin – Tonight at 6:30

Women’s Ministry

  • Friday Morning Bible Study begins at 10:00.
  • Books of stamps are needed for the Christmas cards for prisoners.  Please get your stamps to me by Sunday, November 29th
  • Next Associational WMU meeting will be in January at East Fork Baptist Church.  It will be our annual meeting to honor WMU ladies who have passed away during 2015.
  • “Young Ladies’ Birthday Party – Tuesday at The Cafe at 11:00 A.M.

 

Thankfulness: Day 19

Today, I’m thankful for all the ways others have shown love to me throughout my life – family, school teacher, church members, school mates, co-workers, etc., the all their love together does not come near to the love God has for me.  That doesn’t excuse us from expressing our love through works or actions though.  Lord, help me to do a better job of showing my love for others by my words and my actions.

Anna Lee

 

Friday

For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness

and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves,

in whom we have redemption,

the forgiveness of sins.

Miles Hatchel has a splint on his broken wrist and will get a cast Monday.  The next day, the younger brother, Mason, sprained his right arm/wrist (?) and also has a splint.  That makes three of my six grandchildren injured is a week and a half.  Please pray for healing for all.

Mose Guzzardo, Amite, will have a complete shoulder replacement today in Baton Rouge.  Pray for him during the surgery time, but also during the long recovery he is facing.

Mr. James Miller will be going to St. Tammany today.  Pray for him and “Miss” Mary.

Continue to pray for Jesse Dean following his surgery.

Dan Turner’s latest update:  

Well, my last 20% dosage increase on 11/2/15 did not yield any improvement. I wasn’t any better; however, I wasn’t any worse, either.

Today (11/12/15), I had another appointment. The good news: although, subjectively, I have felt no improvement over the last 10 days and the objective data gathered while testing my H and M reflexes, today, also showed no improvement from 10 days ago, the subjective assessment by my nurse practitioner (NP) revealed improvement in my deep tendon reflexes (DTRs) and improvement in the abnormal propensity for my left foot to invert or turn inward. My DTRs have been abnormally hyper-reflexive until now. Today, my DTRs of both legs were normal and equal—that was encouraging to hear, for sure.

I will return on 11/30/15 to repeat the process. So, I have 18 days of tracking progress before going back.

I’m getting close to finding my “magic dose,” but still need a little more tweaking. My dosage is now at 289 mcg/day after the 20% increase today. The researchers and my NP are confident that we will find it. As you know, the act of breathing is possible because of the accessory muscles of the rib cage and the muscle, known as the diaphragm—breathing muscles can be affected by Baclofen just like the muscles in my left leg and arm. So we don’t want to overdo it. But laughingly, the researcher, Tony, said that knowing they could give me enough Baclofen to make me stop breathing, he felt sure they were going to be able to relax the remaining spasticity in my left arm and left leg. I thought that was a funny way to inspire confidence, but it worked!

Also, after talking to Tony today, I think I have a shot at winning the award for the most resilient H & M Reflexes ever seen at Mississippi Methodist Rehabilitation Center. I’m not real sure that I want that award.

Thanks for reading and God bless you all.

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Zechariah 1-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Women’s Ministry

  • Friday Morning Bible Study – today at 10:00 followed by decorating for Lottie Moon Tea
  • Lottie Moon Christmas Tea – Sunday at 2:00 at FBC, Kentwood
    • If you are female and between the ages of 3 and 103, you are encouraged to participate.
    • If you are male and interested in missions, come ahead and join us.  The missionary speaker will be interesting for all of us.
  • Stamped Christmas Cards for Prisoners – 2 ways to help
    • Bring your stamped cards to the tea Sunday or get them to me in the by November 29th.  I will deliver them for you.
    • Bring books of stamps.  I will place them on cards that were shared with me.
  • “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
    • November 24th at 11:00 A.M. at The Cafe
    • Honoring ladies with November birthdays
  • Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
    • Shoebox collection being Monday
    • Contact me if you need information about where your boxes can be taken.  Our boxes will go to Franklinton, FBC.
  • Coming Soon – Lottie Moon Week of Prayer and Christmas Offering for international missions.
  • Potato Bar (Donations Only) – Sunday, November 15 at New Zion Baptist Church at 12 Noon

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Prayer

 

Thankfulness: Day 13

Today, I’m thankful for the love of my church families.  They love, support, encourage, etc. me in so many ways.

 

Thank you for loving others enough to pray daily.

Anna Lee

 

 

Tuesday

No one who denies the Son has the Father;

whoever acknowledges the Son has the Father also.

 

Our granddaughter, Peyton Alford, had a good half-day of school yesterday, so she will get to go a full day today and to begin to do all that make-up work that comes with missing a week of school.

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015 – 2 Chronicles 33-36

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Thankfulness: Day 10

Today, I’m thankful for all of God’s creation, including the sun.  I am not one who enjoys the heat of the year or getting a sunburn, but have an appreciation for the light. I love the order of the days and seasons.  I’m thankful for the sunshine that returns each day.  Even more than that, I’m thankful for the “Sonshine” in my life.

Women’s Ministry

  • Lottie Moon Christmas Tea – Sunday at 2 P.M. at FBC, Kentwood.  This is for ladies from 3-103 and throughout the association.  Contact me for more information.
  • Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood.  We will be studying the Syrophonecian Woman who is discussed in Matthew 20 and Mark 15.  We are almost finished with our study of Women of the Bible.  We are choosing our next topic now.
  • Stamped Christmas Cards for Prisoners – Each year the women of Two Rivers Baptist Association collect these to give to the parish prisoners of St. Helena and Tangipahoa parishes.  I have a supply of card that were given to me, so all you have to do to help is bring a book(s) of stamps.  I will deliver them to the jail at the end of the month.  You can bring your stamps to me at the Lottie Moon Tea Sunday or any time before the end of the month.  If you choose, you can stamp your own cards and decide between delivering them yourself or having me deliver them for you.  I’m sure the family members who receive cards at Christmas are thankful for them and appreciative of those who provided them.

 

Let the Son shine through you today!

Anna Lee