Category: Missions

Friday

“I give thanks to my God for every remembrance of you,

always praying with joy for all of you in my every prayer,

because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.”

~Philippians 1:3-5~

Please pray for my aunt in Alabama, her children, and her grandchildren.  Eva Smith is hospitalized and is not doing her best.  Some of her family will be traveling there today.

Osyka Baptist Church

Osyka VBS Kick-OFF Registration will be held on Saturday, July 6th at 11:00 a.m. across from the parsonage. Bible School will begin on July 7th -July12th Come at 5:30 for snacks and classes at 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
OBC Vacation Bible School is scheduled for July 7 – 12th in the evenings. Wes Ott, VBS Director, is seeking teachers and workers who would like to volunteer. Contact the office or Wes at 601.542.5526. The theme is based on 2 Timothy 1:7: “For God has not given us a spirit of fearfulness, but one of power, love and sound judgment” (HCSB).
Spring Creek Baptist Church will be taking almost 80 people to camp in Georgia tonight.  Pray they have a meaningful experience and have safe traveling back and forth.

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

Inspiration – A Moment of Hope – “Purses of Purpose” –  http://moments.org/purses-of-purpose/

Missions – “Train Your Kids to be Missionaries at VBs” –  http://mymissionfulfilled.com/index.php?q=blog%2Ftrain-your-kids-be-missionaries-vbs

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Anna Lee

Sunday – The Lord’s Day

“Jesus answered,

‘It is written:

“Man shall not live on bread alone,

but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.”’”

~(Matthew 4:4 NIV~

I received word and/or pictures from several Vacation Bible Schools.  I’m so thankful churches realize the importance of VBS to the children.  Thank-you to everyone who worked in any way at any church to provide for the children.  More mission teams are home with a suitcase full of dirty clothes and a heart full of memoriers.  You can’t go wrong when you tell others about what’s in God’s Word.  Stay tuned.  There are more VBSs coming!

At 6:30 tonight there will be a youth concert at The Lord’s Church.  All area youth are invited to participate.

Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will have their monthly, fourth Sunday, breakfast this morning.  Donations will be received for Pat and Ken Norton.  This church has been doing the monthly breakfasts for a long time.  They’ve helped a lot of people.  That’s a great local mission project!

Jack M. Linzay Sr.

Jack M. Linzay Sr., 81, was born in Lecompte, Louisiana, to Lee Howard and Essie Pittman Linzay on February 20, 1932 and passed from this life on June 22, 2013 at Dubuis Hospital, Alexandria.

Jack attended Menard High School where he was captain of the football team. He then went on to proudly serve our country in the United States Navyduring the Korean Conflict on the USS McNair, at which time he circled the earth two times.

After returning from the Navy, he met the love of his life, Martha Ann Crutchfield and they were married August 18, 1956. He then went on to attend Southwestern Louisiana University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Industrial Arts. Jack then began working for Southern Farm Bureau in Lafayette Parish and soon moved to Tangipahoa Parish, where he was agency manager for seventeen years. While in Amite, Jack was instrumental in helping to establish Oak Forrest Academy in 1969 and served as the first school board president.

He was a deacon at First Baptist Church in Amite, and was actively involved in several mission trips and church construction projects in Mexico while serving. In 1979 Jack moved to the Alexandria area, where his life-long dream was fulfilled, by opening his own building and contracting business. Jack had a special talent and passion for custom cabinets and millwork and was a member of the Central Louisiana Home Builders Association. Over his lifetime, Jack served on many building projects and construction of several churches and buildings, including but not limited to, Cornerstone Christian Fellowship, Word of Grace and Trinity Christian Center.

Jack was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish but his greatest joy was spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Martha Ann Crutchfield Linzay; four sons, Jack M. Linzay Jr. of Alexandria, James “Jim” C. Linzay and wife, Jill of Pineville, John H. Linzay and wife, Rita of Lecompte and Jeffrey S. Linzay and wife, Tammy of Dry Prong; thirteen grandchildren, Brittany, Ashley, Rachel, Jason, Amy, Jessica, Hannah, Emily, Amy, Christopher, Mathew, Michael and Danny and four great grandchildren.

The family asks that visitation be observed Monday, June 24, 2013 at the Hixson Brothers, Alexandria, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and continue Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Services celebrating his life will be 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 25, 2013 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria with Dr. David Remedios and Dr. Joshua Joy Dara officiating. Burial will follow at Alexandria Memorial Gardens.

Memorials may be made to Trinity Christian Center, 3466 Hwy 112, Forrest Hill, LA, 71430.

To extend online condolences to the family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com

An obituary for Mrs. “Sook” Stevens is not available yet.

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

Moments of Hope –  “Matt Campbell: The Little Engine that Could” – http://moments.org/matt-campbell-the-little-engine-that-could/

Have a wonderful Lord’s Day! 

Anna Lee

Friday

“Trust in him at all times, you people;

pour out your hearts before Him.

God is our refuge.”

~Psalm 62:8~

Robbie Lynn – http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/robbielynn

Pray for Jesse Wall and his family as Jesse has gall bladder surgery this morning.  Thanks!

A sweet spirit was evident last night at our Third Thursday meeting.  God has blessed!  We are thankful!

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

Encouragement – Moments of Hope – “Cassie’s Unplanned Design” – http://moments.org/cassies-unplanned-design-a-moment-of-hope/

Missions – Kids on Mission – https://my.newsletter4fun.com/index.cfm/fa/mailings.publicviewer&R=6602JA46408E5276A4A0A0441&M=5202JA44408E6C74A46870441

May God bless you as you are a blessing to others.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“We give thanks to You, God;

we give thanks to You, for Your name is near.

People tell about Your wonderful works.”

~Psalm 75:1~

Most of us need to improve our attitude of thankfulness.

Millicent (Millie) has made a marvelous recovery from her condition a couple weeks ago.  She is home!  Her family is so thankful.

Connor Corkern is still home.  Pray for him as he deals with his seizure problem and other issues.

Rafe Cutrer is sporting a special chair.  Thank God he has this chair.  Pray for Rafe, Raymond, and Brandy as they also deal with a family life that involves therapy and other things that will help him.

Continue to pray for Robbie Lynn C. Kirby.  She has a number of health issues.

Pray for her dad, Robert, as he has surgery Monday.

Shelton Day is continuing to improve from his heart surgery.

Devotional – “God called to Him…and he said ‘Here am I'” – http://utmost.org/

Missions – “On Mission” magazine – http://www.onmission.com/

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Third Thursday Meeting – at our cabin tonight at 6:30.  Join us!

God blesses David and me with so many Christian friends, some new to our lives and some who have been our friends for many years.  We value each one.  Thank you for being a part of our lives,

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“Again, I assure you:

If two of you on earth agree about any matter that you pray for,

it will be done for you by My Father in heaven.”

~Matthew 18:19~

Thank God for the life of George Beverly Shea.  He gave his all to God and to Billy Graham for more than 60 years.  He is one of my heroes, but he didn’t live his life to be a hero, but a servant to God.  He was greatly talented and extremely humble.  Instead of singing with a crusade choir behind him, he now has a choir of angels!  I’m so thankful for the life he lived and the sacrifices he and his family made so he could serve out Lord!

I heard some good news last night.  Reesa B. DeLee is making some “baby steps” of improvement.  Her mother said Reesa’s body may soon be “waking up” in areas that have been asleep since surgery last November.  Let’s continue to pray for Reesa.

Mr. Philip Harrell has an issue with his eye that he will have checked on.  “Miss” Annie Belle has breathing issues.  Please keep them in your prayers.

Mrs. Shirley Frazier is about the same.  Keep praying for her.

Continue to pray for Beverly “Doodle” W. Watson and her family.

Another mother of former students is hospitalized and not doing well.  Pray for the Seymour family, formerly of Amite.

Continue to pray for all those affected by the bombing in Boston.  Pray lives will be drawn closed to God because of this tragedy!

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

Hymn of the Day – “I’d Rather Have Jesus” as sung by George Beverly Shea in 1987.  This is one of my favorites.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cxH8s4SvEc

Devotional – “All or Nothing” – http://utmost.org/

Missions – Volunteer Opportunities – http://meettheneed.org/explore/namb.php?orgtemp=3003

Revival followed by fellowship – Tonight at New Zion at 6:30

First Hispanic Service at FBC – Tonight at FBC at 5:30  (If you know of any Hispanics who have not been invited, please call the church at 229-8111 and leave contact information)

Have a great day.  Count your blessings today!  Don’t forget to come to the cabin tomorrow at 6:30.  I think you will be blessed.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth,

to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.”

~2 Chronicles 16:9a~

Pray for Kathy Jo Thompson as she sees an ENT doctor.  She has been having headaches, ear problems, dizziness, etc,  Pray this is something that can be easily taken care of.  Thank God for this young woman who has already been through so much.

Nancy Carruth got a good report yesterday.  Thank God for this.

The first thing he said when he walked in the door was you are going to be fine. She does have a fatty liver and her lipids were slightly elevated as was her AMA. She will go back in two weeks for a liver biopsy to determine if and what her treatment will be. All other blood work fine. She does not have cancer or cirrhosis of the liver. Praise God!  (JoEllen Carruth)
This is the week of the monthly meeting at the cabin – the “third Thursday”.  We hope to see you here at 6:30.  Call if you need more information or directions.
North American Mission Board – ” Adult Mission Opportunities” – http://www.namb.net/adult-missionary-opportunities/
Devotional – My Utmost for His Highest – “Can You Come Down From the Mountain?” – http://utmost.org/
Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/
May you be used by God today!
Anna Lee

Monday

“What man among you, if his son asks him for bread, will give him a stone?

Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake?

If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children,

how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!”

~Matthew 7:9-11~

Pray for the two children: Millicent, who had had more problems, and Eli, who is very ill.

A special request

Will you please add this prayer to your prayer chain and pray for it until the middle of May? Thank you so much!

Please pray for my wive’s surgeries in the next couple of weeks that they will go well and she will have a safe recovery. Please also pray that we will be able to get pregnant during this time. We desperately want to have a child and raise him or her up in the church so please ask that God will bless us with this miracle! Thank you so much and God bless!

Kyle and Ashley Taylor

North American Missions – “Whatever it Takes” – http://www.anniearmstrong.com/

My Utmost for His Highest – “The Failure To Pay Close Attention” – http://utmost.org/

Hymn of the Day – “His Eye is on the Sparrow” – http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/hymnoftheday/message/107

I felt compelled to remind you of a hymn that encourages me.  I trust it will encourage you too.

Revival at New Zion Baptist Church – Bro. Donnie Easley  and Bro. Chris Wales – Services at 6:30 through Wednesday

Thanks for praying and for being an encouragement to me.

Anna Lee

Sunday

The electricity went off this morning while I was working on The Prayer Link.  It didn’t come back on in time for me to get it done and to get dressed.  I’m just getting in now.  It’s been a long day already.  That’s enough excuses!

“If we claim we have no sin,

we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth.”

~1 John 1:8 NLT~

Susan of Lara’s Gowns for Smiles gave away her 1008th gown!  Have you ever made 1008 of anything?  Let’s pray God continues to give her the desire, the time, and the funds to make gowns for children who need extra encouragement.

Zach’s Lidz for Kidz is being honored with a fundraiser at OFA.  The blessing keep pouring in!

Chris Wales told us New Zion Baptist Church is having a revival next week.  Bro. Easley is preaching and Chris is doing the music Sunday – Wednesday.

Esther “Doodle” Pierce Badon

(December 15, 1929 – April 14, 2013)

Esther “Doodle” Pierce Badon, 83 years, was embraced by Jesus and taken to her heavenly home on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at 4:45 a.m. at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge. She was a native of Spring Creek and a resident of Independence. She loved all people and in return they loved her. She loved to cook and excelled in it but most of all she loved her family and our Heavenly Father – Always willing to help others and always showing unconditional love. She retired from Hammond State School in 1980 and was a member of First Baptist Church in Independence. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Carolyn and Gary Price, Greenwell Springs, Doug and Jackie Badon, Prairieville, Karen Rick, Husser, Donny and Sarah Badon, Independence; brother and his wife, Carl and Carolyn Pierce, Pelham, GA; grandchildren, Missy Miller, Albany, Michael Dickson, Ponchatoula, Amanda Carruth, Hammond, Grant Carruth, Husser, Clark and Essa Badon, Prairieville, and Christopher and Katie Badon, Independence; great-grandchildren, Aubrey, Ayden and Pierce Carruth, Blair and Michael Dickson, Christian Miller and Candace Anthony; niece, Angie Corkern; nephews, Zack Myers, David King, Jim, Randy, Otis, Frank and Jimmy Pierce. Preceded in death by her husband, Milton “Hoss” Badon; sisters, Mary King and Shirley Robertson; brothers, Wesley, Wayne and Johnnie Pierce; her parents, Otis and Eardy Pierce; nephew, Ernest Ray Myers. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Regency Hospital and The Carpenter House. She will be missed by all but never forgotten. Visitation will be at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Monday and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 16, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Mitch Williams. Interment will be in Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola. For online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Since I am so late today, I will stop here.  See you tomorrow unless something urgent comes up before then.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Those who are led by God’s Spirit are God’s children.

For the Spirit that God has given you does not make you slaves and cause you to be afraid;

instead, the Spirit makes you God’s children, and by the Spirit’s power we cry out to God, ‘Father! my Father!’

God’s Spirit joins himself to our spirits to declare that we are God’s children.”

~Romans 8:14-16 GNT~

Jeff Tolar is home after having back surgery.  Pray he continues to do well.

Mrs. Susie Wales looks wonderful.  Continue to pray for her as she continues to improve.

Mr. Pat Hoosier has completed his third round of chemo.  He’s feeling fine.  Continue to pray for him.

Chris Wales told us New Zion Baptist Church is having a revival next week.  Bro. Easley is preaching and Chris is doing the music Sunday – Wednesday.

Young Eli is not doing well.  If you don’t follow him on “Prayers for Eli” of Facebook and pray, please stop and pray for him and his family now.

My former student, Sonja has a young daughter Millicent, “Millie”, who has been very ill.  She doing better and may even be able to come home next week.

Our Daily Bread – “Tell the Story” – http://odb.org/

Missions – Samaritan’s Purse – “Operation Heal Our Patriots” – http://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/about-operation-heal-our-patriots/

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Pray for the Moore and Conerly families as they have funeral services for their loved ones today.

“Lara’s Gowns for Smiles” and “Zach’s Lidz for Kidz” 

Please contribute special fabric for gowns and hats for hospitalized children.  Checks are also acceptable.  There are collection baskets at FBC, Kentwood.  Area churches are encouraged to bring their donations.  I will personally deliver our collections to Susan and Zach.

Joe Woodward, Jr.
(November 25, 1932 – April 11, 2013)

A resident of Kentwood, he died at 6:03 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington. He was born November 25, 1932 in Kentwood and was 80 years of age. He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 58 years, Merial Broussard Woodward; 4 daughters, Agnes Warren, Linda Knight, Theresa Erzinger and Sherry Noland; son, Marshall Lawrence Woodward; sister, Rosa Lee Foster; brother, Sammy P. Woodward; 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Josie Woodward, Sr.; grandson, Joe Alan “BoBo” Knight; 4 sisters and 4 brothers. Visitation at The Lord’s Church, Kentwood, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Don Meadows. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Be the “Jesus” someone sees today!  Use this day to serve Him in some way.

Anna Lee