Sunday

 Love must be sincere.

Hate what is evil; cling to what is good

~Romans 12:9~

 

Haiti Protests  –  https://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article214490259.html

Pray for the young soccer players and rescuers as divers begin attempt to remove some of them from the cave where they have been trapped.

 

 

Thomas “Cotton” McCaa

December 17, 1932 – July 04, 2018

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituary/thomas-mccaa?fh_id=10545

 

 

 

One week from tomorrow – Show and tell of mission projects/crafts at Spring Creek Baptist Church at 10 A.M.

 

 

Read the Bible 

  • Neh. 1-3
  • Job 26
  • 2 Cor. 10

 

 

How are you giving this day back to the Lord today?

Anna Lee

Saturday

I tried to publish this earlier this afternoon, but the weather wouldn’t cooperate.  I trust it will go out now.

 One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision:

“Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent.

For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.”

Acts 18:9-10

A mission team from our association is in Haiti.  Here are the latest updates.  Please pray.

July 5th – Our journey begins. 35 members of BASELA and BAGBR and a couple of others headed to Haiti. Will be leading 2 Pastors Conferences, VBS, and some construction. Thanks for your prayers. -Bro. Stan

July 7th – I wanted to give an update on our mission trip to Haiti. There has been an unexpected civil unrest because of gas price increases of about 40 percent overnight. Our team is safe. We are unable to leave the mission compound today. Yesterday our VBS team led 20 children to the Lord. So God is blessing. We held a pastors conference yesterday with over 100 pastors attending. Our construction team made contributions at a local church. To God be the glory. We are safe but ask you for prayers- their is a hurricane threat as well. -Bro. Stan

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Ezra 9-10
  • Ps. 83
  • 2 Cor. 9

 

 

David and I just returned from a short trip to see our granddaughter who has been working for a MS doctor, who was one of my former students.  I’m proud of that former student and of my granddaughter.

 

Tomorrow is the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Thursday

Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.

~2 Corinthians 3:17~

 

 

Continue to pray for some people who have been on our prayer list

  • Linda Callihan
  • Buddy Morris
  • Bro. Darryl’s mom – in rehab
  • Debbie M. Wilkinson

 

 

Read the Bible

  • Ezra 5-6
  • Ps. 82
  • 2 Cor. 7

 

Operation Christmas Child Needs (that you may have stashed away)

  • Yarn (any amount)
  • Bars of hotel soap (Other hotel items such as shampoo can be used for another project.)
  • These items will be used to make a pouch to wear around the neck which will hold the soap.

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – Be on the lookout for good deals on school supplies.

 

 

 

Coming soon!

  • 16th – Show and tell for mission projects at SCBC at 10 A.M.
  • 21st – Missions Project Day at FBC, Kentwood from 9:00 to Noon for all ages
  • 24th – Monthly birthday for “young” ladies of FBC

 

 

Shoebox count at FBC – 23 boxes completed and turned in.  Empty shoeboxes are available at FBC.

Get started on your boxes.  The end of October will be here before you know it.

Want someone to pack a box for you?  Just let us know.

 

 

I know many of us prayed for our country yesterday, but every day is a good day to pray for our country!

Anna Lee

 

 

Sunday

But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.

~ 2 Thessalonians 3:3 (NIV)~

 

 

Faye Bennett was in Baton Rouge Ochsner.  She was taken to Ochsner in Jefferson for a liver biopsy.  She’s back in Baton Rouge and practicing her waiting skills.  She will appreciate you praying for her.

 

 

Rev. Bill Ichter, a former music minister in Amite and long-time music missionary in Brazil, fell and broke his hip.  Surgery will not be done, so this means the family will practice their nursing and waiting skills.  Bro. Bill lives in Ruston, Louisiana.

 

 

The Friday Morning Bible Studies will be on hold for a while.  We’ll get back together in August to complete Romans.

 

 

 

Read the Bible

  • 2 Chron. 4-6
  • Job 25
  • I Cor. 14

 

 

Tuesday, the “young” ladies of the church will meet at The Cafe to celebrate some June birthdays.  Ladies being honored Tuesday at 11:00 are Sandra Arnold, Alcyon Hayden, Barbara Hutchinson, and Judy Pervis.

 

 

Irina and a Pencil Sharpener – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-irina-and-a-pencil-sharpener/

Operation Christmas Child is the organization that guides us to pack shoeboxes to give to very needy families around the world.  It also gives them the opportunity to learn about Jesus.

Shoeboxes are available at FBC, Kentwood.  They are under the stairwell to the balcony.  You may take one and follow the directions found inside the box.  I will be happy to answer any questions.  I’ve already packed some shoeboxes for David and me and will begin another set of boxes soon.  When you allow Operation Christmas Child to work in your heart, you just want to do more and more so children will have the greatest opportunity in their life, meeting Jesus!

Anna Lee

Friday

Be on your guard;

stand firm in the faith;

be courageous;

be strong.

~1 Corinthians 16:13~

 

 

Pray for M/M Buddy Morris and Ellen VandeVuss as they move ahead following the biopsy report.

 

 

Mr. Jimmy Tolar is in room 4418 at North Oaks.  His wife is by his side.

 

 

Mrs. Debbie Miller Wilkinson is home from MD Anderson.  Her cancer cells show minimal changes.  Debbie and her doctor consider that a miracle.

 

 

Pray for Mrs. Mason Carter (Angelicia) as she awaits surgery which will be soon.

 

 

 

Read the Bible

  • I Chron. 28-29
  • Job 19
  • I Cor. 12

 

 

Today’s Bible Study – Romans 13

 

 

Mark your calendar for July 21st – Mission Project Day!

 

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – Tuesday at The Cafe at 11 A.M.

 

 

I’ve already packed my first group of shoeboxes.   I keep getting ideas in my head about more boxes and am anxious to do more.  I choose to pack boxes for the older boys and girls because that is the group that receives the least number of boxes.  I love the idea of helping little children have an opportunity to hear about Jesus and to receive gifts they would not normally receive.  It’s amazing how much can be stuffed in a “shoebox”!   Shoeboxes are available under the stairwell to the balcony.  They contain papers you need to read and to remove from the shoeboxes before packing.  The label is already on the top of the box.  You can give me your filled shoeboxes any time.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Wednesday

Remember the former things, those of long ago;

I am God, and there is no other;

I am God, and there is none like me.

~Isaiah 46:9~

 

 

Mr. Buddy Morris is in North Oaks for a procedure this morning.  Please pray for both Buddy and Eleanor.

 

 

David saw his retina specialist.  He has done extensive work on David’s eyes a number of times.  He always uses the M-word to describe David’s eye progress.  That word is MIRACLE!

 

 

Connor Corkern

How about this smile, huh? I’m doing so good here on my 24th day of being at Children’s. We are hoping I’ll be home by this weekend, praise God! {Say a few prayers for this, please!}

 

 

 

Read the Bible

  • I Chron. 4-6
  • Job 15
  • I Cor. 4

 

 

We missed Bible study last week due to VBS, but will resume our study of Romans Friday at 10 A.M.

 

 

For those who are interested in the Southern Baptist Convention and other timely news, please read Baptist Press.    http://www.bpnews.net/

 

 

I’m thankful for the t-shirts that are being made available to us.  I’ve starting working on them.  My progress seems slow, but with lots of help Saturday for the Missions Projects Day we should be able to add to lots of OCC shoeboxes.  Please bring some scissors, fabric scissors for t-shirts, to work Saturday.  See you about 9 A.M.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

Remember the wonders he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he pronounced,

~1 Chronicles 16:12~

 

Please continue to pray for JoEllen Carruth as she will soon have a hip replacement.  Pray this solves her problems.

 

 

 

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is still scheduled to come home this afternoon.  Pray for her as she makes this move.

 

 

 

Walter Theodore “Buster” Thompson, III

June 07, 1932 – June 09, 2018

Walter Theodore Thompson III, known to many as Buster, was born on June 7, 1932. Surrounded by his closest family, Buster left his life-long home in Hillsdale, LA for his eternal home in Heaven. Buster lived a happy and prosperous life with his wife, Bonnie Hoyt Thompson, with whom he’d celebrate his 66th wedding anniversary on June 23rd. Buster was an active supporter of the Hillsdale community as a member of the Hillsdale Tractor Pullers as well as a career dairyman. He was a member of Hillsdale Baptist Church. He served in the Airforce and fought in the Korean War. He was survived by his wife, Bonnie Hoyt Thompson; sister, Ramona Powers; nieces, Charel Kennedy and Ramona “Baby” Elam; great nieces, Megan Wagner, Sarah Savoy, and Carmen Elam; nephew, Billy Cox; great nephews, Chris Peairs and Hill Savoy, as well as numerous other nephews and nieces. Buster was blessed with “his girls” and their families, Jessica Dupepe (Greg), Jennie Perkins (Corey), Bonnie Jordan (Brooks), Brady, Emma Kate, Court, Kaul, Kade, Bennett, and Blinn. Buster was greeted in heaven by his parents, Walter and Rita Phillips Thompson; sister, Delores Thompson Cox; brothers in law, Frank Powers and Glenn Cox; nephews, Peavy Powers; father in law Charles Hoyt; brother in law and sister in law; Gene and Betty Hoyt Cox; and a special nephew, better known as a grandson, Blaine Milton. Pallbearers are Greg Dupepe, Brooks Jordan, Corey Perkins, Brady Milton, Court Milton, Chris Peairs, Hill Savoy, and Andy Miller. Visitation will be at Hillsdale Baptist Church 9 AM on June 12, 2018 with service beginning at 12 noon. Services conducted by Rev. Darryl Miller. Interment Roberts Cemetery, Hillsdale, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Roberts Cemetery Fund, c/o Teddie Thompson, 9870 Hwy 441, Amite, LA 70422 or to Hillsdale Baptist Church, 3621 Highway 1045, Amite, LA 70422. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

I’m looking forward to our missions project day Saturday.  Items will be given to help pack shoeboxes and items will be made to pack the shoeboxes.  I’m looking forward to seeing men, women, boys, and girls working together for missions.  If you have any questions, please contact me.

 

 

We missed Bible study last week because of VBS.  We are resuming out study this Friday.

 

 

 

Pray for the youth from several area churches as they are at various camps this week.  May each person grow spiritually!

 

 

 

Read the Bible

  • 1 Chron. 1-3
  • Psm 74
  • 1 Cor. 3

 

 

I’m so thankful for each of you who pray daily.  I believe prayer is important.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

Greater love has no one than this:

to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.

~John 15:13~

 

 

Read the Bible – Reflect on God as Center and catch up on any readings you missed.

 

 

Saturday, we will be making items to send in shoeboxes.  Men, women, boys, and girls are invited to join us from 9-12 in the fellowship hall.  Crafting is always more fun with friends.  It becomes even more fun when you know the items will be shared as Christmas gifts with children who might otherwise not have and gifts this year.  In addition to the gifts, the children get an invitation to attend classes once a week for six weeks where they will be exposed to some Bible basics.  I’m thrilled to know my shoeboxes may lead some children to the Lord!  This is your invitation to join us for a fun morning that will bless each of us and eventually many children who live nowhere near Kentwood.  You may be interested in making some purchases such as small flashlights from Walmart or $1.00 calculators from the dollar stores or just bring some clean, used t-shirts which will be used in making items for the shoeboxes.

 

 

The June “Young” Ladies Birthday Party will be on the 4th Tuesday at 11:00 A.M. at The Cafe.  Ladies with June birthdays who will be honored are: Sandra Arnold, Alcyon Hayden, Barbara Hutchinson, and Judy Pervis.

 

 

 

Pray for the youth from our church and from many other churches as they spend a week at M-Fuge in Mobile.  I know it will be hot, but our kids will be out and working to bless others.  This week has potential to greatly impact our youth and the lives of those being ministered to.  Please pray for them.

 

 

 

Friday morning, we will resume our Bible study of Romans at 10:00 in the fellowship hall.

 

 

Thanks for checking in and for praying for others.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday

This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us.

And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.

~1 John 3:16~

 

 

The VBS program at FBC, Kentwood was great last night.  Now, we have to wait another whole year to do another one!  It was good to see all the parents and grandparents there.

 

 

Mrs. Ruby Dillon has made good progress with her walking and is scheduled to come home Tuesday afternoon.  Thank God for her progress.

 

 

Connor Corkern is doing much better and may be able to come home on day next week.  Thank God for the progress he has made.

 

 

 

Steve Joseph Campo, Sr.

November 06, 1927 – June 08, 2018

Steve Joseph Campo, Sr., passed away peacefully and prayerfully after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Condition at the age of 90, on Friday, June 8, 2018. He was at home surrounded by his loving wife of 68 years, Savina Parrino Campo and his beloved children. He was born on November 6, 1927 to Joseph J. Campo, Sr. and Fannie Schittone Campo in Tickfaw, La., and lived there most of his life on Mulberry Street. Steve was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a faithful member of St. Helena Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Society and was a Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. He graduated from Amite High School in 1945 and received military training at Camp Roberts, Ca. in radio operations. He worked for New Orleans Beverage Agency and Glazer Wholesale for 44 years and awarded Man of the Year on many occasions. Steve was an elite golfer winning the Springview Club Championship and KC Tournament several times in addition to winning numerous state and local tournaments. He was an accomplished athlete, outdoorsman, harmonica player, and loved all types of music and dance. Steve and Savina, were married October 22, 1950 and reared their nine children in Amite on Mulberry Street. They were deeply devoted to supporting their children attain their life goals and insured that each attended their college degrees and beyond. He is survived by his children: Dr. Stephanie Fay Campo, Dr. Kathryn Kirkhart, JoAnn Campo Beach and her husband, Peter Beach, Steve Joseph Campo, Jr. and his wife, Loreta Genco Campo, Anthony Campo, Dr. Joseph John Campo, Sr., and his wife, Alice Foulks Campo, Jennie Campo Littlewood and her husband, Dr. Steven Littlewood, Mark Campo and his wife, Nancy Smith Campo, Samuel Vincent Campo, Sr. and his wife, Brynn Hastings Campo, and Frank Mario Campo, Sr. and his wife, Tammy Gaeta Campo. He is the proud grandfather to 43 beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren: Callan, Kristy, Emily and Leah Beach, Laura, Jeremy and Noah Gatlin, Thomas and Layla Beach, Steve J. Campo and Aimee Campo, Mary Lauren Campo and fiancee’ Eric Vernon, Jennifer, Cara, Lathan, Ashley and Mabel Campo, Tommy Triche, Braden Chandler , Rachel, Corey, Ace and Hays Blunk, Joey, Silvia and Nicholas Campo, David, Lisa and Haylee Jane Campo, Ryan and Emily Cassidy, Dr. Alden Littlewood, Susannah Littlewood, Joshua, Fallon O’Neill, Easton, and Liam Campo, Jacob Campo, Samuel Campo Jr, Mario, Micah and Sarah Campo. Steve is survived by his brother, John Joseph Campo, Sr., sister in law, Carol Parrino Campo, sister, Catherine Campo Adomitis, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph John Campo, Sr. and Fannie Schittone Campo, and parents-in-law, Tony and Jennie Triolo Parrino, sister, Mary Campo Lavigne, and sister, Sarah Campo Guzzardo, and younger brother John Campo. Steve was a man of deep faith, hard work, integrity and devotion to his family. His strong faith in God and confidence in Gods promises were guiding forces in his life. He was an inspiration to us all, forever cherished in our memory, and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know him. Friends and family are invited to his visitation at McKneely Funeral Home of Amite on Monday June 11 from 9:30am to 1:30pm followed by Mass of Christian Burial to be held at St. Helena Catholic Church on 120 S. First Street in Amite, La. at 2:00pm. Interment will take place at Amite Cemetery on Hwy 16 East. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and St Helena Catholic Church building fund. A special thanks to Dr. Kreft, Dr. Pray, and all of the devoted nurses and caretakers “Well done, my good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21. “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, what God has in store for those who love him” (1 Cor. 2:9). Words to live by from Papa, “Always do what is right, always do the best that you can, and pretty soon you will be doing what you thought was impossible!”

 

 

Read the Bible

  • 2 Kings 21-23
  • Psalm 73
  • I Corinthians 1

 

 

I’m still in need of T-shirts for project day.  I need clean shirts of any size and condition.  I especially need children’s shirts.  If you have some to share, please bring them to my Sunday School class in the morning.  Thanks!

 

 

Do at least one thing special today with someone who is special to you in some way.

Anna Lee

 

Friday

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

John 14:6

 

 

Bro. Darryl shared with the children in VBS this morning.  He did not quote this verse, but the illustration he presented to them made this verse clear.  He has a special way of relating to people, a God-given talent.

 

 

One of the themes this week is, “When we struggle, Jesus rescues!”  There are people all around struggling.  I’ll not name any of them today, so you can focus on that thought, not individual people.  If you or yours are struggling, Jesus will come to the rescue because He loves you!

 

 

I’ve been making purchases and plans for the Mission Projects Day on the 16th.  I’m so thankful to report that as I have asked a number of people to help in a specific way, they have all cheerfully agreed to help.  Now, I have a request to make to you.  If you have old Crayons, old t-shirts, ribbon, etc. that you have stashed away, why not share it with us so we can repurpose these items in our projects?  My second request concerning this day is that you come to the fellowship hall at 9:00 A.M. and help.  When we had out last work day, every adult told me they had fun.  You can’t beat fun and progress for missions!

Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes will be available that day.  Anyone who gets shoeboxes that day or has recently received them at church will be able to select some items from our stash to use in their boxes.

 

 

 

Read the Bible

  • 2 Kings 19-20
  • Job 13
  • Romans 16

 

 

Two Reminders

  • There will be no Bible study in the morning due to VBS.
  • The VBS program for parents and grandparents is tomorrow night.

 

 

Thank-you to all the adults and youth who have worked in VBS.  Thank-you to parents and grandparents who have made sure the children have been in attendance this week.

Anna Lee