Category: Missions

Monday

Be strong and courageous.

Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you;

he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

~Deuteronomy 31:6~

 

Please pray for Mansell Stinson who is hospitalized at North Oaks with a diabetes problem concerning his feet.  This has been a long, hard battle.

 

 

Rob Anderson, who was recently hospitalized in Houston in now hospitalized in Boston, where the family now lives.  Pray this is only the flu, not something related to the previous problem.

 

 

Don Yarborough, son-in-law of Mr.. Philip Harrell, fell while working in the bathroom.  His most serious injuries seem to be to his head and his left arm.  Pray for him today.

 

 

Freddie Rick

June 25, 1939 – January 13, 2018

A life long resident of Kentwood passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2018 in Amite. He was born June 25, 1939 in New Orleans and was 78 years of age. He was a U. S. Navy Veteran and made a living in the welding business. He was a Past Master and 32 degree Mason with the Kentwood Lodge #248 F&M Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his son, Freddie Rick, II; 2 sisters, Jennie Rogers and Leona Spackey; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Frank Rick, Sr. and Martha Louise Hughes Rick; 5 brothers, Joe Rick, Frank “Ed” Rick, Jr., Monroe Rick, Charlie Rick, and Jimmie Rick; 2 sisters, Winnie McBeth and Jessie Loraine Clement. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5 p.m. until Funeral Services at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Because of the extremely cold weather this week, we will NOT have the Third Thursday gathering at the cabin this month.  Please put the Third Thursday of next month on you calendar.

 

 

If you are packing shoeboxes,  Operation Christmas Child suggests you purchase hats, gloves, and scarves this month. You may be able to find them on sale at this time of the year.

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Reflect on God as a provider
  • Catch up if you are behind in your readings.

 

 

Don’t miss today’s WMU meeting at East Fork.  We will meet as a  leadership team at 9:00.  Then, the regular meeting will begin at 10:00.  A potluck meal will follow the meeting.  Our speaker will be Dr. Ernest Graham, pastor of East Fork. Those of you off from work today are invited to join us for the morning.  We gladly invite you to bring your girls with you.

 

 

Many of you did not have electricity for much of the day yesterday.  I know this was especially hard on some families.  I pray this doesn’t happen again during the cold we will have all this week.\

Anna Lee

 

Sunday

“That is why we never give up.

Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.

For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long.

Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever!” 

~2 Corinthians 4:16-17 NLT~

 

 

Update on Jimmy Alford:  Jimmy had three or four hard days following his procedure Monday, but he is now feeling much better.  Keep praying for him and his family.

 

 

 

Sheldon Leon Dykes

February 17, 1965 – January 12, 2018

Sheldon Leon Dykes was born February 17, 1965. He went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 12, 2018. Sheldon succumbed to his brief battle with lung cancer at North Oaks Hospital in Hammond, Louisiana, surrounded by those that loved him most. He was survived by daughters, Samantha (Yancy) Hughes, Shelby (Richie) Magee of Kentwood, La; Emily Dykes (fiancé, Chance Travis) of Calhoun, La; and their mother Anna Givens Hodges of Kentwood, La; Grandchildren Joshua and Charlie Hughes, and Brayden Magee; Mother, Nellie (Rodney) Perryman; siblings Donald, Walter, Betty, Libby, Raymond, Denell, Mark and Kim; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Clyde Dykes. Sheldon was a nurse by trade and worked in the health care field for over 30 years. He was currently serving as the Administrator of Kentwood Manor Nursing Home. He proudly served the community at this facility for more than 15 years in various roles. He was a pillar of strength and love for his family and all of those who knew him. He will be greatly missed. A memorial service to honor and celebrate his life will be held at McKneely Funeral Home in Kentwood, Louisiana on Saturday, January 20th from 10-11 am. Visitation with the family before the service will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, please honor Sheldon by making donations to Kentwood Manor Nursing Home.

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Genesis 43-44
  • Proverbs 6
  • Matthew 12

 

 

Missions poster – I put eight new “lights” on the poster Friday morning.  I hope you will notice the progress we are making.

 

 

I hope all of you made it through the low temperatures last night without any trouble.  Tonight won’t be so bad, but then the very low temperatures will be back.  Take care.  Keep warm!

 

 

Do you want to be blessed?  Make a few visits to senior adults who are homebound.  You will be greatly blessed.  Your visit will be the highlight of their day!

Anna Lee

Saturday

He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.

Many will see and fear the LORD and put their trust in him.

~Psalm 40:3~

 

John Herbert Kilpatrick

March 03, 1930 – January 11, 2018

John Herbert Kilpatrick, 87, of Amite LA, died January 11,2018 at the home of his son while surrounded by his family and his beloved dog, Ralph. Born March 3, 1930, in New Orleans, LA, he was the son of the late Myrtle Pipes and Stephen Milton Kilpatrick. After graduating from LW, John worked for and retired from Ethyl Corporation after 33 years. During his life he enjoyed many hobbies, including building and flying model airplanes, and riding his bicycles. A founding member of The Crescent City Cyclist Bicycle Club, John rode his bicycle for some 47,000 miles over a thirteen-year period.

His family and many friends will miss his endless stories about life growing up in Amite, LA Before his memory failed, he was a family historian, and will take with him much of this history. His favorite past time was riding on country roads and talking about his best friend, his dog, Ralph.

He was well known as the Red Headed, Irish Tenor, who faithfully sang “Oh Holy Night” at every Christmas Eve Service at The Amite First Methodist Church until his health began to fail.

He is survived by his sons, John Stephen Kilpatrick and his wife Elaine, of Shreveport LA, James David Kilpatrick, and Richard RP Kilpatrick and wife Kathleen; two granddaughters, Morgan and Christina Kilpatrick of Shreveport.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Bertie Jane Greenhill Kilpatrick, his sister, Catherine Kilpatrick Ridgedell, his wonderful dog, Pete, and many other family members.

In his last days his body was very strong but his mind failed him because of his Alzheimer’s Disease. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association.

The Family would like to thank his caregiver, Vivian Desormeaux, and St. Joseph’s Hospice as well as all those who took time to visit him and send him cards.

Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday and at First United Methodist Church, Amite, from 10:30 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. Services conducted by Rev. Josh Milliron. Interment Amite Cemetery, Amite. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Don’t forget to pass the word about the associational  WMU meeting Monday at East Fork Baptist Church.  We will honor WMU ladies who passed away during 2017 and get to listen to Dr. Ernest Graham talk about families who pass on a love for missions.  We will have a leadership meeting at 9:00, the meeting at 10:00, and then, a potluck lunch.   A nursery will be provided.  Your girls who may be out of school are invited to attend too.

 

 

I know I’m sounding like a broken record, but check on others who may have needs during this extremely cold weather.

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Genesis 38-42
  • Psalm 6
  • Matthew 11

 

 

Keep praying.  Keep reading.

Anna Lee

Friday

“By our baptism, then, we were buried with him and shared his death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from death by the glorious power of the Father, so also we might live a new life.”

 ~Romans 6:4 GNT~

 

Mrs. Felicia (Rev. Mark) Robinson is improving.  Thank you for praying.  Keep praying along with the ladies of FBC, Greensburg.

 

 

Two Kentwood obituaries:

  1. George Elliott DeBlanc

    October 05, 1939 – January 10, 2018

    A resident of Kentwood passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at North Oaks Medical Center. He was born October 5, 1939 in Osyka, MS and was 78 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Tinsey DeBlanc; 6 daughters, Debbie (Larry) Lambert, Magnolia, MS, Debbie (Barry) Rhodus, Magnolia, MS, Carol (Amanda) DeBlanc, Haslet, TX, Sharon (Bill) Birch, Kentwood, LA, Shannon (Donald) Hill, Amite, LA and Rachael (Trey) Buckley, Kentwood, LA; 9 grandchildren, Chris and Justin Lambert, Luke Rhodus, Josh and Jonathan Hill, Kirstie Sanchez, Kallie Birch, and Taylor and Calin Buckley; 9 great grandchildren, Tristen, Landon, Koben, Chance, Landon, and Karli Lambert, Peyton McCurry, Mckenzie Hill, and Tayton and Easton Buckley; siblings, Genevieve (Billy) Johnson, Leesville, LA, Robert (Susie) DeBlanc, Long Beach, MS, Joe (Patricia) DeBlanc, Osyka, MS and Roy DeBlanc, Greensburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Elliott Robert DeBlanc and Geneva McElveen DeBlanc; brother, David DeBlanc; and 2 sisters, Deloris Bethel and Annette DeBlanc. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 5 PM until 8 PM on Friday and from 9 AM until religious services at 11 AM on Saturday, January 13, 2018. Services conducted by Rev. Reid Travis, Dr. Danny Smith, and Rev. Joe Everett. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

  2. Garrett “Max” Blades

    November 01, 1989 – January 10, 2018                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Garrett “Max” Blades, age 28, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 in a motorcycle accident. Max was a decorated Marine who served two tours of duty in Afghanistan, where he earned multiple commendations of valor. He proudly touted that it was some of the best years of his life. He made life long bonds with the Marines who served beside him and never missed an opportunity to tell anyone who would listen why America is the greatest country in the world. He was honorably discharged as a Corporal from the Marines. Max went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree from Southeastern Louisiana University and worked in sales and service at multiple Harley Davidson dealerships in our area. He is survived by his mother, Vickie Yarborough Blades; father, Randy Wayne Blades; brothers, Justin Casey Blades and wife, Alison Brocato Blades and Jesse Reeves Blades and wife, Tabitha Bankston Blades; grandmother, Catherine McNabb Yarborough; and his beloved niece and nephews, Halle, Parker, Jonah, and Tanner; girlfriend, Katrina Pittman. Max was blessed with an extensive family including numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, who are also grieving this loss. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Hubert Yarborough, Sr., Laverne Blades and Pearl Blades; aunts and uncles, Joyce Gail Wall, with whom he shared a birthday, Sandy Blades, Mickey Blades, and Rusty Blades and his special great aunt, Doris Kreh. Visitation at Spring Creek Baptist Church, Kentwood, from 12 Noon until Memorial Services at 3 PM, on Saturday, January 13, 2018. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Here’s a perpetual need you, your family, class, or church may want to help with.  Earlier this week, I was contacted to see if I had any more new or used paperback Bibles for the inmates at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail ministry.  Yesterday, we made that delivery.  They were so pleased to have the Bibles you gave.  I will continue to collect the Bibles for the next delivery.  I was also asked for 2018 calendars.  They need to be put together with staples, not the wire spirals.  If you have paperback Bibles and/or calendars, please give them to me or place them in the tote under the stairwell to the balcony of FBC, Kentwood.  Thanks!

 

 

The Friday morning Bible study will be at 10 A.M. this morning.  We will study Ezekiel 34-35.  You are welcome to join us in the fellowship hall this morning.

 

 

 

Very cold temperatures are coming to our area again.  Be prepared.  Check with others to make sure they have what they need to be prepared.

 

 
Here’s the Most Important Thing You Can Do in 2018 – https://www.imb.org/2018/01/08/resolve-proclaim-christ/

 

 

 

Two Rivers Associational WMU Meeting

  • Monday at East Fork Baptist Church
  • Honoring WMU ladies who passed away in 2017
  • Dr. Ernest Graham will speak on a missionary heritage
  • Lunch will follow the 10 A.M. meeting

 

 

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Genesis 35-37
  • Proverbs 5
  • Matthew 10

 

 

Jesus loves you!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Thursday

“For I can do everything through Christ, 

who gives me strength.”

~Philippians 4:13 NLT~

 

 

Miss Fay Shoemaker arrived in Atlanta only to learn she has a broken hip.  Pray for her as she has this taken care of.

 

 

Chase Birch was involved in an accident on I-55 when an 18-wheeler blew a tire.  Chase only has minor injuries and will be fine.

 

 

Mike Strickland has more complications.  Please pray.

 

 

 

George DeBlanc passed away yesterday at Greensburg.  Please be in prayer for his family.

 

 

Max Blades also passed away yesterday.  Prayers for his family will be greatly appreciated.

 

 

 

Read the Bible 

  • Genesis 32-34
  • Psalms 5
  • Matthew 9

 

 

Two Rivers Associational WMU will meet Monday at East Fork Baptist Church.  The leadership meeting will be at 9:00 with the meeting beginning at 10.  A potluck lunch will follow the meeting.  The focus of the meeting will be honoring our WMU ladies who have passed away during 2017.  Our guest speaker will be Dr. Ernest Graham, who will speak about a family heritage for missions.  Since Monday is a holiday for many of you, we invite you to spend some time with us.  Girls are also invited to participate with their mothers.  A nursery will be provided to help mothers with small children.

 

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

 

God gives us strength to get through the good days and the difficult days.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday

Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.  

They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

~Lamentations 3:22-23~

 

Ora Lee Wilson continues to have a cough and a collapsed lung.  Pray for her as she sees another doctor next week.

Mike Strickland continues to be about the same in Jackson, MS.  As you pray for him, pray for Colleen as she stays by his side.

David and I saw and talked with these families Sunday and never expected the troubles on the hearts of these friends today.  Please pray for them.

  • It may be old news to many of you, but I just learned yesterday about a house fire totally destroyed Bruce and Melissa K. Neal‘s home in Fluker.  Pray for them as they begin the process of moving on to rebuilding.
  • This morning Will Ricks shared that Mrs. Patsy Istre of Amite passed away.

There are others who are having medical problems.  Pray for those of whom you are aware.

 

Praying in vital, but I have always been taught to “put feet to my prayers”.  Some of the ways you can do this are:

  • Telephone calls
  • Short visits
  • Food
  • Funds
  • Transportation
  • Cards
  • Household or yard maintainance
  • Encouragement though practical gifts
  • Being a friend!!!

 

 

Read the Bible 

  • Genesis 19-22
  • Psalm 3
  • Matthew 5

 

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

 

Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions

  • Support our missionaries who are there representing us.
  • Money is still being collected at FBC
  • 100% of money given goes directly to the mission field.
  • Help more people have Bibles and learn about Jesus

 

 

Soft-cover/paper-bound Bibles are continuing to be collected for the prisoners at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail.  The Bibles can be new or used.  A plastic note is located near the front door of the church for easy drop-off.  We are the main supply source for this ministry.  Let’s not fail to minister to the constantly changing population there.

 

 

The next associational WMU meeting will be Monday, January 15 at East Fork Baptist Church.  We will honor the memories of ladies from our churches who worked in missions in our individual churches who passed away during 2017.  There will be a leadership meeting at 9:00, followed by the meeting at 10:00. We will conclude our morning with a potluck lunch.  Please pass the word to other churches, so we can be an encouragement to them.

 

Operation Christmas Child

  • I am amazed and thankful for all the participation that enabled us to “FILL” 350 shoeboxes last year.  I’m thankful that we were able to share with 350 children who live in some of the poorest areas of our world.
  • I’m already looking ahead to what we can do in 2018.  I’m thinking of continuing to support this great ministry, but making a few changes in how we are going to do it this year.  I’ll be letting you in on our plans in the next couple months.
  • Until then, I have two requests
    • Save all your shoeboxes as you get new shoes.
    • Begin to save your funds to pack boxes with your family.
    • Pray for the children who received “shoeboxes” this year that they will learn about Jesus and accept HIm in their hearts.  It is reported that one “shoebox” “opens the door” to seven people.  God surely multiplies our efforts with these gifts.
    • Save money to make purchases for boys and girls ages five through fourteen.
    • Begin to pick up items you find in stores, especially if you find good sale prices.
    • Plan to be blessed in proportion to how you bless others!

 

We serve a mighty God who can and will  use us in so many ways if we make ourselves available!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday

Wash and make yourselves clean.

Take your evil deeds out of my sight;

stop doing wrong.

Learn to do right;

seek justice.

Defend the oppressed.

Take up the cause of the fatherless;

plead the case of the widow.

~Isaiah 1:16-17 (NIV)~

 

 

Miss Fay Shoemaker greatly enjoyed her going away party.  Pray for her as she makes final preparations for her new life.  Next week, she will be making some big changes.

 

Gloria Gill is still having problems with A-fib.  Her doctor is still considering a pacemaker, but is watching for effects of new medication.  Please continue to pray.

 

Peter Pedeaux

Facebook post written by Kathy Pedeaux and shared by my sister and niece.

We found him this morning about 9 am. When we found him we realized he had already left this world and is now with Jesus where he is safe, warm, and full of great joy.

If you knew Peter you would know how anointed he was in the area of compassion. He would not want us to be sad, because for Peter, to be in God’s presence was his favorite place. And that is where he will be forever.

However, we will be a people with completely broken hearts for a while because of the great gift that has been lost. But we will see him again!

This is our hope and surety as those who are in Christ. Honestly, I don’t know how anyone comes through a tragedy like this without a real relationship with Jesus.

So, if you don’t know Jesus, ask him into your heart tonight and experience a joy that you have never known. He is real, and heaven is real! This would make Peter so happy.

Once again, thank you to all of our new hero’s out there, many of which we do not even know. Unbelievable. You sacrificed time, money, resources, time with your families, and allowed yourself to experience our suffering. There is no greater gift that you could give when you laid down your lives for Our Precious Peter.

Love to all. I pray that you will be blessed and that you will reap all the love that you have sown into our family.

 

 

The Friday morning Bible study will meet this morning at 10 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood.  You are invited to attend.  We will be physically warm and warm in heart!

 

Read the Bible

  • Genesis 15-18
  • Proverbs 2
  • Matthew 4
  • I realized last night that the first day we were to focus on our Creator.  This plan gives you a day to focus on something in particular each week.  I suppose that would also be a good way to “catch-up” on any lost readings.

 

If you would like to visit/attend a FBC Sunday School class, you may contact me for information about classes or you can contact the church office or check out the church web-site.  We have classes for children and youth of various ages and multiple adult classes you might want to pick from.  Come, visit around until you find “your spot”.

 

I was able to read the last chapter of Lottie Moon to my children in the missions class Wednesday night.  She had an interesting life serving as a missionary in China.  She left a legacy in our missionary work and was honored when the annual offering for international missions was named in her honor.  The first offering was for missionaries in China only.  Now, we can send many more missionaries around the world because of the Lottie Moon Offering.  You can support this massive effort by giving at any Southern Baptist Church.

 

Stay warm.  I think we will have a short break before we get another cold time.  Get out while it is warmer.  Stock up for the next round of cold weather.  Ask about helping someone to prepare for the coming cold.

Anna Lee

Thursday

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good.

And what does the LORD require of you?

To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

~Micah 6:8 (NIV)~

 

 

There are still many people sick.  Some have short-term illnesses, but some have long-term issues.  I’ve listed many.  Keep praying form those that you are aware of.

Today, I want to say many people have passed away recently.  It is our responsibility to pray for those left behind.  Many of their concerns and heartaches are just beginning.  Today, let’s pray for the families and friends of those whose earthly lives have been completed.  Let’s focus on doing something for those who are left to continue living.  I’ll post three of the latest deaths.  You can look back at past post to see other deaths.  You may also know of some I posted recently.  This will be the first Christmas without their loved one for some families.  Other families have already had the first Christmas, but are still having a difficult time.

 

 

Beverly L. Bardwell

Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on April 18, 1955

Departed on January 1, 2018 and resided in Westfield, Indiana

Beverly L. Bardwell, age 62 went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2018 at 1:58 pm. Beverly was born on April 18, 1955 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She grew up in Greensburg, LA and lived in multiple states through her life although she considered Louisiana home and Indiana a second home. Beverly is survived by her husband of 43 years Arlon Bardwell, son Joshua Bardwell (Amanda Bardwell), daughter Megan Miller (Brendan Miller), three grandchildren Ailynn and Jace Bardwell and Cayden Miller, as well as her sister Janice Cambre (Dr. Bob Cambre) and brother Terry Sibley (Lauren Sibley). She is preceded in death by her dear mother Nell Sibley, father Columbus Sibley, brother Hugh Sibley, and sister in law Frankie Sibley. Beverly was an avid sports fan, especially of LSU athletics and she loved cooking, sharing southern hospitality, and her cats. She was especially crazy about her grandchildren. She will be remembered as a woman of great faith even in illness and suffering and as someone who loved her family and friends deeply.

A visitation will be held from 4-5 pm on Friday, January 5th at Flanner Buchanan-Carmel, with a celebration of life service following at 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

David Lynn Power, Sr.

November 23, 1947 – December 27, 2017

A resident of Greensburg passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at his home. He was born November 23, 1947 in Biloxi, MS and was 70 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Meryl Marie Power; 2 sons, David L. Power, Jr. and Matt Philip Power; grandson, David L. Power, III; 3 brothers, Tyrone Power, John Power, and Gerald Power; sister, Phyllis Fabre; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Anthony P. Power, Sr. and Lylia DeRouen Power; brother, Anthony P. “Tony” Power, Jr.; sister, Patsy Giavotella. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, 110 E. Factory St., Amite, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Vida M. Tyrney

April 26, 1943 – January 02, 2018

A resident of Kentwood passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. She was born April 26, 1943 in St. Louis, MO and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jim Tyrney; son, Jedediah D. Tyrney and wife, Kristy; 3 grandchildren, Madeline, Grace and Violet Tyrney;  sister, Kathy Els and husband, Kenneth and her sister in law, Frankie Tyrney Husser. Preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Ella Bohmie and her brother, Edward Bohmie, Jr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 10 AM until religious services at 12 Noon Saturday, January 6, 2018. Interment Line Creek Cemetery, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Louisiana Baptist youth leader, NOBTS student, dies on mission field

http://baptistmessage.com/louisiana-baptist-youth-leader-nobts-student-dies-mission-field/

 

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Genesis 10-14
  • Proverbs 2
  • Matthew 4

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering poster at church now has two new “lights”.  We have room for more.  Another way to say that is “We can always give more for people to learn about Jesus”.

 

The Friday Morning Bible Study will meet tomorrow.  We will be toasty warm and have coffee available.  Also, the temperature will be warmer.  Join us as we study God’s Word at 10:00 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood.

 

Thank-you for reading this post and praying.  Don’t forget to pray for the Peter Pedeaux family and all those who are searching for him in the swamp near Tickfaw State Park.

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good.

And what does the LORD require of you?

To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

~Micah 6:8 (NIV)~

 

 

There are still many people sick.  Some have short-term illnesses, but some have long-term issues.  I’ve listed many.  Keep praying form those that you are aware of.

Today, I want to say many people have passed away recently.  It is our responsibility to pray for those left behind.  Many of their concerns and heartaches are just beginning.  Today, let’s pray for the families and friends of those whose earthly lives have been completed.  Let’s focus on doing something for those who are left to continue living.  I’ll post three of the latest deaths.  You can look back at past post to see other deaths.  You may also know of some I posted recently.  This will be the first Christmas without their loved one for some families.  Other families have already had the first Christmas, but are still having a difficult time.

 

 

Beverly L. Bardwell

Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on April 18, 1955

Departed on January 1, 2018 and resided in Westfield, Indiana

Beverly L. Bardwell, age 62 went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2018 at 1:58 pm. Beverly was born on April 18, 1955 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She grew up in Greensburg, LA and lived in multiple states through her life although she considered Louisiana home and Indiana a second home. Beverly is survived by her husband of 43 years Arlon Bardwell, son Joshua Bardwell (Amanda Bardwell), daughter Megan Miller (Brendan Miller), three grandchildren Ailynn and Jace Bardwell and Cayden Miller, as well as her sister Janice Cambre (Dr. Bob Cambre) and brother Terry Sibley (Lauren Sibley). She is preceded in death by her dear mother Nell Sibley, father Columbus Sibley, brother Hugh Sibley, and sister in law Frankie Sibley. Beverly was an avid sports fan, especially of LSU athletics and she loved cooking, sharing southern hospitality, and her cats. She was especially crazy about her grandchildren. She will be remembered as a woman of great faith even in illness and suffering and as someone who loved her family and friends deeply.

A visitation will be held from 4-5 pm on Friday, January 5th at Flanner Buchanan-Carmel, with a celebration of life service following at 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

David Lynn Power, Sr.

November 23, 1947 – December 27, 2017

A resident of Greensburg passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at his home. He was born November 23, 1947 in Biloxi, MS and was 70 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Meryl Marie Power; 2 sons, David L. Power, Jr. and Matt Philip Power; grandson, David L. Power, III; 3 brothers, Tyrone Power, John Power, and Gerald Power; sister, Phyllis Fabre; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Anthony P. Power, Sr. and Lylia DeRouen Power; brother, Anthony P. “Tony” Power, Jr.; sister, Patsy Giavotella. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, 110 E. Factory St., Amite, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Vida M. Tyrney

April 26, 1943 – January 02, 2018

A resident of Kentwood passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. She was born April 26, 1943 in St. Louis, MO and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jim Tyrney; son, Jedediah D. Tyrney and wife, Kristy; 3 grandchildren, Madeline, Grace and Violet Tyrney;  sister, Kathy Els and husband, Kenneth and her sister in law, Frankie Tyrney Husser. Preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Ella Bohmie and her brother, Edward Bohmie, Jr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 10 AM until religious services at 12 Noon Saturday, January 6, 2018. Interment Line Creek Cemetery, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

Louisiana Baptist youth leader, NOBTS student, dies on mission field

http://baptistmessage.com/louisiana-baptist-youth-leader-nobts-student-dies-mission-field/

 

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Genesis 10-14
  • Proverbs 2
  • Matthew 4

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering poster at church now has two new “lights”.  We have room for more.  Another way to say that is “We can always give more for people to learn about Jesus”.

 

The Friday Morning Bible Study will meet tomorrow.  We will be toasty warm and have coffee available.  Also, the temperature will be warmer.  Join us as we study God’s Word at 10:00 A.M. at FBC, Kentwood.

 

Thank-you for reading this post and praying.  Don’t forget to pray for the Peter Pedeaux family and all those who are searching for him in the swamp near Tickfaw State Park.

Anna Lee

 

 

Wednesday

“Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen;

it gives us assurance about things we cannot see.” 

~Hebrews 11:1 NLT~

 

 

Pray for the many people sick with the stomach bug, flu, and pneumonia.  Take care not to catch or spread any of these.

 

 

Dutton Wall

October 05, 1939 – December 31, 2017

VILLE PLATTE –  Funeral services services for Mr. Dutton Wall, 78, will be held at 11AM Thursday January 4, 2018 at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church with burial to follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Mr. Wall a resident of Ville Platte passed away Sunday December 31, 2017 at his residence.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his devoted family, his wife Karen Soileau Wall of Ville Platte; son Jeptha Wall and wife Lee Ann of Egan; daughter Spill Wall Dieterich and husband Destin of Lafayette; 5 grandchildren Dannon Dieterich, Dade Dieterich, Regan Marian Wall, Dutton Dieterich, Ezekiel Alon Wall; niece Jennifer Wall Bel of St. Francisville; nephew John Ross Ford of Gulfport.
He is preceded in death by his parents Alon and Dorothy Booty Wall, son Jubal Wayne Wall, brother Sidney Wall, sister Lida Wall Abernathy.

Visitation will begin Wednesday January 3, 2018 from 3PM-9PM, with a rosary being recited at 6PM, and will resume again Thursday January 4, 2018 from 8AM until the time of services.

The guestbook can be signed online at www.lavillefuneralhome.net

LaVille Funeral Home
2353 East Main St.
Ville Platte, LA 70586
337 363 1100

 

 

Read the Bible 

  • Genesis 10-14
  • Psalm 2
  • Matthew 3

 

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

 

“Where Your Church Is on the Congregational Life Cycle?” – Thom S. Rainer – http://http://thomrainer.com/2018/01/understanding-where-your-church-is-on-the-congregational-life-cycle/

 

 

“2018 Best Practices (#1)” – Dr. Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com/2018/01/03/2018-best-practices-1/

 

 

Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions

It’s not too late to give to the LMCO to support telling people around the world about Jesus.  Some people are called to go and tell.  Others are called to tell internationally though giving.  How are you telling?

 

 

Once again, we have continuing cold weather.  Choose one or more people to check on today.

Anna Lee