Category: Missions

Sunday

“I call to You for help, LORD;

in the morning my prayer meets You.”

~Psalm 88:13, HCSB~

 

Jonathan and Ashley Statham will be Kentwood next weekend in view of a call as worship leader.  There will be plans for Saturday afternoon and Sunday.  More information will be available today at church or you can call the church office next week.

Operation Christmas Child

  • If you are on Facebook, please take a time to visit “Operation Christmas Child”.
  • If you read Pinterest, look up “Operation Christmas Child”.
  • Begin now to pray for ways to minister to children around the world at Christmas through this worthy ministry.  It’s never too early to begin!

God’s Storehouse

The workers there are always excited to see what you have sent.  The baskets by the office door are filling up again, so David and I will be delivering red beans and rice again real soon.  Thanks for helping families who are having a hard time feeding theri families.

Hope Ministries

Coming soon!  Opening planned for early September.  There’s much to do to prepare.  Stay tuned for opportunities you can volunteer for.

Ladies’ Night – There will be a planning meeting for our August 28th meeting this afternoon at 3 P.M. in my Sunday School classroom.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Small Ways in Small Places” –  http://odb.org/2014/07/20/small-ways-in-small-places/
  • “For who has despised the day of small things?”                                                                                                                                                         —Zechariah 4:10~
  •   “Are not two sparrows sold for a penny?

               Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father…

               So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”      

                                                                                                                ~Matthew 10:29-31~

 

Be blessed this Lord’s Day!  Mostly, look for ways to bless others!

Anna Lee

Saturday

“I pray this:

that your love will keep on growing in knowledge

and every kind of discernment.”

~Philippians 1:9, HCSB~

 

Steve Hatchel

Mr. Steve gained two pounds and has improved to only needing a cane to walk.  He has resumed treatment, but changed the time of day so he can get more rest in the mornings.  Continue to pray for him and for “Miss” Ginger.

WMU

Due to illness, the WMU meeting has changed dates and locations.  It is now scheduled for Monday, July 28th at New Zion at 10:00 with the leadership team meeting at 9:00.  Bring a covered dish.

Baptist Press

http://www.bpnews.net/

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Whoppers or Adventures?” –  http://odb.org/?tz=-07
  • “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.”                                                                                                                                                            ~Hebrews 13:8~ 
  • “The Solid Rock” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/m/y/myhopeis.htm

Mission Project

We’re half way through our month of collecting red beans and rice.  Lots of bags have been brought to the church already and some have already been delivered to God’s Storehouse in Amite.  This is such an easy project to participate in.  If you have not done so already, you still have two weeks.  Even after that, it will be fine to bring some periodically.  David and I will continue to make deliveries of all the contributions.

Monthly “Young” Ladies Birthday Party

Mark for calendar for Tuesday, at 11:00 at the Cafe.

Hope Ministries

Our association will soon have our own thrift store and food pantry.  The finance committee gave final approval this week.  The building on highway 51 in Roseland will be rented the first of August with plans to open the first of September.  Lots of volunteers will be needed for renovations, sorting, selling, food packaging, etc.  I’ll be working on a list soon.  Start praying and asking God how He can use you.

“Let the sameness of God waft over your heart with His peace in your storms.”

.Anna Lee

Monday

“LORD, God of my salvation,

I cry out before You day and night.

May my prayer reach Your presence;

listen to my cry.”

~Psalm 88:1-2, HCSB~

 

Melissa S. Johnson

Please add Melissato your prayer list again.  A rod is being rejected by her body.  It appears she will need surgery to remove the rod and fourteen pins.  In the meantime, Melissa is dealing with pain issues again.

Nancy Birch, sister-in-law of Kenneth and others

Therapy is helping Nancy’s hip problem.  Please continue to pray for her.

Jean Easley

Jean has come a long ways in the last two weeks.  Thank God for her improvement and ask his blessings on Jean and the family that she will make continued improvement.

Marilyn K. Dees

Mrs. Marilyn Dees of Fluker will have her gall bladder removed in the morning at North Oaks.  Pray for the precious lady who taught school for so many years.

Kristin’s Third Mission Trip to Haiti

My niece will leave for Haiti tomorrow with a team from her church.  Pray for God to use Kristin and others in the lives of the people of Haiti.

East Fork Baptist Church Youth

The youth will be going to Tall Timbers camp for the week.  Pray for the youth to be receptive to God’s message to each one of them.  Pray also for safety and while traveling and at camp.

Young at Heart (NZBC)

New Zion will host Young at Heart tomorrow at 10:30 in their fellowship hall.  Bring a covered dish.  The speaker tomorrow will be Mrs. Ann Trappey.

Third Thursday at the Cabin
This is the week for our meeting at the cabin at 6:30 Thursday.  Come and enjoy Christian fellowship, old friends, new friends, supper, music, and a devotional.  I’ve already been told by several people that they will be here for the first time.  I’m looking forward to the meeting with great expectation for what the Lord is going to do as He brings people from a number of churches together under one room again this month.
Katharine Nina Anderson

Born: June 12, 1970
Died: July 12, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2601478&fh_id=10545

Memorial Fund for Mrs. Irene Morris History Collection (From AliceMary Honeycutt)

A fund has been established at SLU to further the archiving of Ms.
Irene’s extensive collection of the history of Kentwood. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Center for Southeast Louisiana
Studies, made payable to the Southeastern Foundation, and sent to
Southeastern Foundation
SLU 10293
Hammond, LA 70402

Please reference the CSLS Operating Fund in memory of Irene Reid
Morris.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Have a wonderful day.  Remember “Miss” Irene’s famous quote (one of many) – “I’m still breathing!”

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Let every man be quick to hear,

slow to speak,

slow to wrath.”

~James 1:19~

 

Nell and Norman Stuart are home from the hospital.  Pray for them as they face the coming days away from all the medical attention they have had for almost two months.

Pray for the Sharkey Family as they have a memorial service for Shane this afternoon.

Operation Christmas Child

  • Adrian, 12-years-old, was abandoned by his parents when he was a child when they left the country. He thought nobody loved him and had many problems at school because he didn’t have a home. “My uncle and aunt invited me to go an evangelistic program in the church,” Adrian shared. “There, I met Christ. God loves me and He loves me a lot. I know I’m not alone. I hope my parents come back from Spain so I can hug them and tell them I love them a lot. Thank you for the shoebox gift and the biggest gift of all, Jesus.”
  • “2 softballs $2.50 = $1.25 each at Big Lots. I like to send tennis balls or real softballs & baseballs that won’t tear up. It may be the only ball the child ever gets & a whole village may play with it.” – Lori V
  • “Father, break my heart for what breaks yours, give me open hands and open doors, put your light in my eyes and let me see, that my own little world is not about me.” – Matthew West
  • Julia was born in Ukraine into a family full of poverty, pain and addiction. When she was 8-years-old, Julia’s father took all of their possessions and left her and her mother. One day, her mother was invited to church by a friend and gave her life to the Lord. Soon after, Julia’s church received brightly colored shoeboxes. Julia not only got a gift that day, but finally something to call her own. In her box she found candy, make-up, jewelry and other girl items. Julia said the shoebox gift gave her hope of a safe place. Eventually, Julia started working with the group who delivered the shoebox gifts and began reaching out to other children who grew up like she did. Julia’s own shoebox gave her more than material items; it gave her hope and reminded her that the Lord would keep her safe.
  • We will be improving our collection of “Shoeboxes” this year by giving you several different opportunities/methods of contributing.  Stay tuned for details.

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Saturday

“Everyone who believes in Him

receives forgiveness of sins.”

~Acts 10:43b, NASB~

 

From Jennie‘s Facebook page

Prague, Vienna, DC, VA, TN, AR, TX, LA, MS, AL, FL, GA, SC, NC, and back to VA. It’s been a busy three and a half weeks. I am so glad to unpack and get settled into our home for the next year in Richmond.

This momma is thankful the family will be working in Virginia for the next year!

Youth of FBC. Kentwood

The youth had a great week of doing missions in Houston.

International Mission Trip Report

Sunday morning at 11:00, Randi Shaidaee will be giving a report of her mission trip. She worked on a medical/veterinary team.  East Fork Baptist Church will be glad to have you visit.

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

 Be sure to read the story about the breakfast biscuit.
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song
  • “Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place?”-   http://proverbs31.org/devotions/devo/

  • “The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.”                                                                                                                                         ~Psalm 18:2 (NIV)~

  • “Rock of Ages” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/r/o/rockages.htm                                       Be sure to read the introduction.

Make today a special day for someone else.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“I pray that the perception of your mind may be enlightened
so you may know what is the hope of His calling,
what are the glorious riches of His inheritance among the saints,
and what is the immeasurable greatness of His power to us who believe.”
~Ephesians 1:18-19a, HCSB~

 

Mrs. Joe Easley

Jean is a little better.  Jean’s family and friends are thankful for each step in a positive direction.  They appreciate your prayers.

Betty “Joyce” Pittman Smith

Born: November 19, 1933
Died: July 07, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/2594137

Devotional, Scripture, & a Song

 

Baptist Press –   BPNews.net

I can relate to some, not all, portions of the articles about missionary parents/grandparents.  What a great honor for the family to have members serving internationally!  It’s not always easy, but oh, the joy of the reunion we had last week!

We can all serve in out own way.  I feel called to do the things I do.  I hope you have found your calling too!

Anna Lee

Monday

“Bear one another’s burdens,

and so fulfill the law of Christ.”

~Galatians 6:2, NKJV~

 

Mrs. Shirley Frazier

“Miss” Shirley is back at home after spending a couple weeks with her daughter.

Mrs. Nancy Birch

Nancy is on bed rest after learning her  hip really has been injured for a while.  Pray for her.

Mrs. Joe Easley

Continue to pray for Jean.  She and her family have had some difficult days lately.

Youth of FBC, Kentwood

  • Mission trip to Houston all week
  • Disciple Now next weekend

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Have a great day.  Spend part of it praying!

Anna Lee

Fourth of July

I’m so proud to be an American,

even if we are not perfect people or a perfect country!  

May we all learn to turn to God in everything!

 

You, my brothers, were called to be free.

But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature;

rather, serve one another in love.  

The entire law is summed up in a single command:

“Love your neighbor as yourself.

~Galatians 5:13-14~

 

Jadon’s Journey

Jadon ended his therapy this week doing very well.  He can do so much more than expected.  Thank you, Jesus, for allowing us to be a witness to this little miracle.  “Righty” is doing better and better with therapy.  Those who work with Jadon have been so helpful!

Frank Lea

Mr. Frank is in North Oaks again.  Please pray for him and for his family.

Macy Gueldner

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal/view/id/53b57175a589b44315d7cec6

Steve Hatchel (Texas)

Ana, Mr. Steve’s daughter-in-law, sent another update.  Mr. Steve continues to work hard to receive the treatment prescribed for him.  He has no sense of taste and has lost his ability to taste food, thus, losing more weight.  His voice is also weak.  Pray for him as he approaches new testing and an evaluation of his current situation.

Janie Christine Welch McGuff

Born: May 23, 1926
Died: July 03, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2591899&fh_id=10545

Operation Christmas Child

  • “My name is Mim and I live in Bangladesh. I am so happy today because I received so many toys and special things in a gift. My parents could not afford to give me such things. I am excited to have all of these new toys. Thank you friends who sent us these wonderful gifts!” – Mim, shoebox recipient
  • “My name is Samia and I am from Bangladesh. Our economic condition is very poor, so my parents cannot afford to buy toys for me. When I heard that I would get a gift box, I was so excited! I could not sleep at night because the excitement to receive the gift box kept me up. Finally my dreams came true and I got my gift. It was a great day for me, and I was so happy! I have lots of toys now that I couldn’t have before. Thank you to all of my foreign friends who sent me the toys and other amazing things!” – Samia, shoebox recipient
  • “Esther received her shoebox gift 16 years ago when she was 10, but she still kept the doll. These gifts continue to have long lasting effects on the children who receive them.” – Mary R.
  • “While our world is shaking and crumbling, we need to realize that one thing will never change, and that is God. He is the same today as he was ten million years ago, and will be the same ten million years from today.” – Billy Graham
Baptist Press
BPNews.net
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

My daughter’s family is not often in patriotic services at church because of where they live.  The grandchildren asked if we did the pledge, saw videos about our country, recognized those who served in the military, and sang patriotic much every week.  They were impressed!

I’m thankful to be an American and a Christian.  Both of those things are the way they are partly because of the place of my birth and the family I was born into.  I have been so blessed!  I wish everyone could feel that way.

Anna Lee

Monday

“Now he who plants and he who waters are one,

and each one will receive his own reward

according to his own labor.

For we are God’s fellow workers.”

~1 Corinthians 3:8-9a, NJKV~

 

Two special ladies

  • Mrs. Allie Dillon continues to be in ICU at North Oaks.  She has lived a long life.  Pray for her and those who love her during this time.
  • Mrs. Jean Easley and her family are loved by so many.  Pray for Jean, Joe, and the family.

 

Devotional, Scriptures, and a Song

  • “The Big Comeback” –  http://odb.org/
  • “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”                    ~1 John 1:9~
“Cast your cares upon the Lord and He will sustain you.”                                                                                                                                            ~ Psalm 55:22~

 

Associational Thrift Store/Food Pantry

  • A new ministry will soon be open to those in our area.  It will be located on highway 51 in Roseland about a half block north of the Malt Shop.
  • Volunteers will be needed to help in both the thrift store and the food pantry.
  • Anyone will be able to make purchases at the thrift store.
  • Those who qualify will be able to receive free items from the thrift store and/or the food pantry.
  • Men, ladies, and youth will have a new ministry opportunity.

 

Women’s Ministry

  • Friday Morning Bible Study
    • We will not meet Friday due to the holiday.
    • When we meet the following Friday we will have a sack lunch together in the fellowship hall following our study.  We had an introduction to our new unit Friday and will focus on the first two deadly sins when we meet.
  • God’s Storehouse
    • June has focused on collection of jelly to be distributed to families in need.
    • Delivery to God’s Storehouse will probably be made Thursday morning, so get your jelly in by Wednesday.
    • Each jar of jelly will have a label with John 3:16 so the user will be reminded of God’s love for them each time they see the jar.
    • July will focus of red beans and rice.
    • We will collect one pound bags of dry red beans and one pound bags of rice.
    • These items can be delivered to the stairwell at the office entrance to FBC, Kentwood.
  • Frozen Food for a Family

This will be our fourth month to deliver gallon size freezer bags of food to a local  family.  To join in, please being your frozen food to my Sunday School classroom before Sunday School the first Sunday of each month.  When you cook for your family, it’s easy to cook a little more to share.  Some of the foods we have delivered are gumbo, red beans & rice, chicken spaghetti, and jambalaya.  Be creative.  Delivery will be made Sunday afternoon.  The family is very appreciative.

  • Ladies Night
    • Our June meeting was all about purses.  Our attendance was good, but probably would have been better if the weather had not been so bad.  The ladies who attended had a good time and left with a “happy” purse to share with someone of their choice.
    • Our August meeting will be an ice cream party.  We will have our planning meeting soon to get it organized and “rolling”.
  • “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
    • Meet at The Cafe in Kentwood
    • Fourth Tuesday of each month.
    • 11:00 A.M.

Ladies, there are many ways to be involved in women’s ministry.  Try a new one and feel more connected with the other ladies.

Anna Lee

The Lord's Day

“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 4:6-7a NLT~

 

Mrs. Joe Easley

Please continue to pray for Jean and her family.

Mr. John Alan Blackwell

Mr. John Alan is home.  With the help of home health and family, he will be doing his rehab there.

Jadon’s Story

http://jadonsisstory.blogspot.com/2014/06/unexpected-but-needed-update.html?spref=fb

Friday Morning Bible Study

The ladies have decided NOT to meet this week due to the holiday.  We’ll be back on schedule the following week.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Jelly for distribution as needed at God’s Storehouse

If you would like to contribute a jar of jelly or several jars of jelly to our current mission project, please get it/them to the stairwell at the office entrance to FBC, Kentwood.  The jelly will be taken to God’s Storehouse this week.

Our project for July will be bags of red beans and bags of rice.  You can begin to bring them to the same location.  The beans and rice were requested by the manager of God’s Storehouse.

I trust you will be found in God’s House today!  It’s the place to be today!

Anna Lee