Wednesday

“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 4:6-7 NLT~

Mattie’s Miracles – Great news this morning…no malignant cells found in the lymph node biopsy! God is so very good ALL the time! Thank you to Our faithful prayer warriors. We appreciate you so very much!!

Johathan Serigne‘s family appreciate your prayers Monday night. They also asked everyone to pray for him at 8:30 last night. I wasn’t home and didn’t get that request posted in time. I’ll try to post again when I hear an update.

Today is the day Rev. Franklin Graham as asked people all across our country to pray for President Trump. No matter your political opinion, praying for our country’s leadership is always appropriated. Please take time to pray for President Trump and other leaders today.

Tomorrow is Bring Your Bible to School Day. Please pass the word to students so than can make a decision about doing so tomorrow. You may want to read the article in the Baptist Message, https://baptistmessage.com/.

We are making progress on painting the shoeboxes. We will paint tomorrow at 1 P.M. Join us if you can. I think by the time we paint tomorrow and Saturday morning we will have enough boxes ready for all the boys and girls we plan to pack a box for at the end of the month. Packing and shipping the boxes is a great reward as we think about the boys and girls who will receive the boxes in 2020. We have a few steps between painting and packing that we will be taking care of in the coming weeks. You can pray for the packing and shipping as well as praying for the recipients.

Two Rivers WMU will be meeting at FBC, Kentwood on October 16th at 10 A.M. You are invited to attend.

The Two Rivers WMU Lottie Moon Tea will be the second Sunday of December at Spring Creek. Mark your calendar.

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

Scripture Writing – October 2 – Deuteronomy 7:11-14

Thank-you to the reader of TPL who sent a check for shoebox postage. I love to meet people over the phone and in person who read this. You and your prayers are the reason I write this. You are appreciated.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Sing out your thanks to him;

sing praises to our God.”

~Psalm 147:7 TLB~

Thursday, October 3rd, is “Bring Your Bible to School” Day. Please pass the word.

Scripture Writing – October 1 – Joshua 1: 7-9

This is a good time to check on your immunization. Are you current will all the ones you need? If not, now is the time.

Alma Stevens LaMarca

August 24, 1928 – September 29, 2019

Alma Stevens LaMarca, age 91, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Heritage Healthcare in Hammond, Louisiana. She was born on August 24,1928 in Amite, Louisiana. She retired from the Highway Department after 30 years of service and then spent several years as the secretary for Saint Helena Catholic Church. Alma was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a scrabble enthusiast and book lover, who wrote a poem for each child’s and grandchild’s birthday. Alma loved traveling, casinos, horse races, parades, festivals and any opportunity to enjoy a glass of wine with loved ones. She was a cherished aunt to innumerable nieces and nephews. She was the life of every party and will be truly missed. She is survived by her 4 children and their spouses, Larry and Cathy LaMarca, Libby Rose, Lorraine and Calvin Miller, Lance and Mary LaMarca; as well as 2 grandchildren, Whitney Waller and Lindsay LaMarca; and 3 great grandchildren, Clementine Waller, Evangeline Waller and Sawyer Waller. She was also survived by her long time Special Friend, Joe Vicaro. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emma Jones and Van Stevens; step father, Eddie Jones; brothers, Alfred “Snake” Stevens, and Sidney Stevens; and former spouse, Carlo A. LaMarca. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. Services conducted by Mark Stevens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the charity of your choice. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Geneva Simpson Varnado

July 09, 1927 – September 28, 2019

Geneva Simpson Varnado, 92, a resident of Osyka, MS, passed away September 28, 2019 at her residence. She was born in Gillsburg, MS on July 9, 1927 to Oliver Patterson Simpson and Bertha Corinne Caston Simpson. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Hartman Jones Funeral Home from 9:00AM until services at 11:00AM. Burial will be in Osyka cemetery. Rev. Drew Holified will officiate.

Geneva was a life long member of Osyka Baptist Church. She was a retired school bus driver. She loved to do embroidery, giving many of her works of art as wedding gifts. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend. She will be sorely missed by all that knew and loved her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Willie Ray Varnado, a daughter; Susan Terrell and a granddaughter, Jennifer Gill.

Geneva is survived by her daughters; Shirly Dianne Smith and Brenda Hoover Martin, a son; Ronald Jewell Hoover (Sherry), a sister; Bertie Hughes and a brother; Bobby Ray Simpson ( Betty), eleven grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren, and nine great great grandchildren; along with numerous other relatives and friends.

Today is a project day for Operation Christmas Child. We will work to paint a picture inside the lid of each box starting at 1 P.M. today. Then, we will fold the boxes in preparation for packing the last Saturday of the month. We will be working in the fellowship hall.

Look back at the verse I started with today. Take some time to thank God for the many, many blessing with which He has blessed you.

Anna Lee

Monday

Anxiety weighs down the heart,

but a kind word cheers it up.

~Proverbs 12:25~

Yesterday was a great day to be in the Lord’s House at FBC, Kentwood!

Smiley Conerly was able to be at church last night. Pray for Smiley and Carol Jean as they seek answers this week.

Bobby Howard McGee, Sr.

August 16, 1942 – September 25, 2019

Bobby Howard McGee, Sr., a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite, LA. He was born August 16, 1942 in Coward, SC and was 77 years of age. He is survived by son, Bobby H. McGee, Jr. and wife, Jill; grandchildren, Kayla, Karly, Colton and Jackson; 1 brother, Randy McGee; and 1 sister, Jackie Boggs. Preceded in death by wife, Ethel Soles McGee; parents, Wiley and Allie McGee; 3 brothers, Ike, Jimmy and Billy; 1 sister, Fay McGee; Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 11:00AM until 1:00PM, Saturday, October 5, 2019. For an online guestbook, visithttp://www.mckneelys.com.

Scripture Writing – September 30 – John 15: 20-25

Tomorrow, we will begin October and a new page of Scriptures. If you did not get your list at FBC, Kentwood yesterday, stop by today for your own copy.

Ladies, don’t forget lunch and birthday cake at The Cafe today at 11:00.

OCC Mission Project Days the week at FBC, Kentwood

Tuesday – 1 P.M.
Thursday – 1 P.M.
Saturday – 8 A.M.

It is not too late to give to the Georgia Barnette Missions Offering for Louisiana or to support Operation Christmas Child.

Make this Monday a marvelous day!

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Give thanks in all circumstances;

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

~Thessalonians 5:18 NIV~

Pray for little Jules Tankesley who had to be airlifted to Children’s Hospital in New Orleans. She is doing much better now. Pray for Jules and her parents, KerriBeth and Jamie.

Thanks to those who helped with the shoeboxes this week. The shoebox schedule for this week is Tuesday and Thursday at 1:00 P.M.and Saturday at 8 A.M. We are progressing in getting enough shoeboxes ready for all the children we will be packing for this year. Help us bring a smile to their faces. We meet in the fellowship hall to paint. Thanks to the ladies who helped this week.

We are collecting money to help with the postage. It costs $9.00 per shoebox to get each one to their destination. You can mark your check “OCC Postage”. Thanks for your help.

Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions: We are collecting funds to help people in Louisiana have an opportunity to learn about Jesus. I know we want those around us to have opportunities to have Jesus in their hearts and lives.

Fifth Sunday Singing at FBC, Kentwood

Tonight at 6 P.M.
Boiled peanuts and hot dogs after the singing
Everyone is invited.

Scripture Writing – September 29 – Romans 15: 7-13

October Scriptures are available in the sanctuary or office of FBC, Kentwood.

If you have items to send because of the flooding in Texas they must be turned in first thing in the morning so the can get to Bro. Stan in time for the next trip. Remember, they will only be taking the four items they requested – diapers, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, and Gatorade and other sports drinks. We have disaster relief workers on the ground and working in Texas.

Monday, the “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will meet at The Cafe at 11:00. All ladies are invited to join in with them.

Sunday School begins at 9:15 and worship begins at 10:30 at FBC, Kentwood. We invite you to join us if you are not attending another church. We have classes for every age group. We also provide a nursery, have children’s church, and other things that may interest you.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.”

~2 Corinthians 9:11 NIV~

Linda B. Williams requests prayers for husband, Jimmy.

Friends & Relatives, we are in need of your prayers, again. Following Jimmy’s hospitalization a few months ago after he had the heart cath, his prognosis wasn’t good. He never had recovered from the quadruple bypass surgery he had in 12/2018, and the coronary artery disease is severe. His doctor decided to have a Physical Therapist with his Home Health agency start seeing him and see if he could get his strength back. He did not progress and was discharged by his therapist. When he went to his doctor, she put the order in for Hospice so they can help Jimmy have the best quality of life possible. She explained the things Hospice can do for him that Home Health can’t. She also told us it did not mean he would only live for a certain length of time. It meant Hospice will provide services that will help make his life easier. There are no options left for treating his failing heart. He was admitted to Hospice today. Thanks in advance for your prayers for Jimmy and our family.

As you pray for the recent flooding in Texas, please know we have Baptist Disaster Relief workers there. Below is Bro. Stan’s list of items needed. Please note when and where they are needed. I think if we can get items Sunday, we will be able to get them to Franklinton first thing Monday morning.

BASELA Family- We will be collecting the following items for the churches impacted by the flooding in Texas. We have disaster relief volunteers working in the Hamshire, TX and surrounding areas. Supplies can be taken to the Missions Office in Franklinton (2116 Washington St) or to FBC St. Francesville (12404 Hwy 10). Supplies will be collected through Monday Morning.
Diapers
Feminine hygiene products
paper towels
Gatorade and other sports drinks
THESE ARE THE ONLY ITEMS BEING COLLECTED! Please do not bring clothes, water or any other items!!! This is at the request of the receiving church.
-Bro. Stan

Scripture Writing – September 28 – Romans 5: 1-5

Scriptures for October will be available at FBC, Kentwood Sunday morning. You can get your copy in the sanctuary Sunday. On other days, check with the church office for a copy.

Operation Christmas Child

We will continue with painting the inside lids of shoe boxes today at 1 P.M. in the fellowship hall. We had a good group last Saturday and look for a good group today. When the boxes dry, we will fold and stack them for our packing party in five weeks.
Set aside the last Saturday of October for our Christmas packing party. It’s amazing how quickly we can pack all those shoeboxes!
FBC, Kentwood will again serve as a collection site. The hours of drop-off will vary from day to day, so check the OCC website or call the church office before you come to leave your boxes with us.

High Attendance Sunday

FBC, Kentwood
Tomorrow
9:15 A.M.
Classes for everyone!

Fifth Sunday Singing

FBC, Kentwood
6 P.M.

Pray for all these activities and events.

Anna Lee

Friday

The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness.

Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance

~2 Peter 3:9~

Thankfully, Mrs. Ruby Dillon is better. Keep praying for her.

Updates on Carl “Chicken” Gaines and Carol Bennett Sealey written by his wife/her sister, Barbara:

Good morning everyone. Quick update on Carl. We thought he was having another stroke Tuesday morning spent the Tuesday and Wednesday in the hospital but doctors thinking a migraine headache so home now! GOD IS GOOD!!

Have even better news on Carol. Talked with her this morning and got the good news that she is not going to have to go to dialysis. What an awesome answered prayer. I know that we have been praying for that specific request and I have had friends that have told me that they also have been lifting Carol up in prayer and praying that God would heal her kidneys so that she would not have to go to dialysis 3 times a week!!! Answered prayers HALLELUJAH!!!! CAROL also is gaining strength in her legs and making great progress in making steps and standing up with assistance. God has big plans for Carol and her testimony of God’s Mercy and Grace!!! Thank you to all who have prayed so fervently for Carol’s healing and to please keep praying!!!

Scripture Writing – September 27 – Psalm 126: 1-6

Project Day for Operation Christmas Child – Saturday at 1 P.M. in the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood.

The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will meet Monday, September 30 at 11:00 at The Cafe. All ladies are invited to attend.

There is a Sunday School class for everyone at FBC, Kentwood. We begin at 9:15. If you need help locating a class contact me of enter the church fellowship hall and ask for assistance. We would love to have you join us.

Have a wonderful, cooler day. It doesn’t feel like fall yet, but there each morning these is a hint it is coming.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“I don’t mean to say I’m perfect.

I haven’t learned all I should even yet, but I keep working toward that day when I will finally be all that Christ saved me for and wants me to be.

No, dear brothers, I’m still not all I should be.”

~Philippians 3:12-13 TLB~

Smiley Conerly‘s problem has not be identified yet. Pray for Smiley and Carol Jean as they continue to seek answers.

Pray for Mrs. Bessie Hayden and Mrs. Betty Catherine Hatcher as they work to maintain their health. Mrs. Ruby Dillon is at home. Her son, Dr. Illey Dillon has been with them for a few days.

David and I were able to attend the last day of the senior adult revival. It was a blessing to be a part of the group in attendance and to see many friends from other churches.

Operation Christmas Child Update: We have a number of shoe boxes painted, put together, and stacked in the fellowship hall for our packing party next month. We will be working on more boxes Saturday at 1 P.M. Join us in the fellowship hall.

We are now collecting money for postage for the shoeboxes. We need $9.00 per shoebox that is being shipped. Mark your gift as “Operation Christmas Child Postage”.

Scripture Writing – September 26 – Psalm 119: 105 – 112

I don’t have an attendance count, but I can say there was a large number of youth at the See You at the Pole celebration at the Lighthouse last night. Let’s pray these youth will be examples for the friends and classmates as they live as Christian examples for others.

Prayer works. Don’t forget to use this powerful tool God has given us.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

~2 Corinthians 12:9-10~

Pray for Bryan and Rita Tate as they make another trip to MD Anderson next week. Pray his time there shows improvement and the treatment goes well.

Pray for the many others in our area seeking answers, undergoing tests, taking treatment, etc.

Nancy Ault Benoit

November 13, 1951 – September 21, 2019

Nancy Ault Benoit, resident of Kentwood, passed away at home peacefully in her sleep on Saturday morning, September 21, 2019, after a lengthy battle with Leiomyosarcoma. She was born, November 13, 1951 in Staten Island, NY and was 67 years of age. Nancy worked for Bellsouth for 25 years and enjoyed her retirement. Nancy was a lover of her dogs, cooking and gardening. She also enjoyed singing and did so most of her life. Nancy is survived by her husband, Terry K. Benoit, her brother, Boyd Ault, stepchildren, Bevin Benoit Tabor, Rusty Benoit and wife, Jana, nephew, James Michael Ault, grandchildren, Bailee Tabor Brassell and husband Philip, Skylar Tabor, Reece Benoit, Jack Benoit, great nephew, Will Ault, and great niece, Lila Ault. Preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Alberta Ault. A memorial service will be held at Spring Creek Baptist Church in Kentwood on Saturday, September 28, 2019. Family and friends will be welcomed from 2-6 pm with the Memorial Service, officiated by Dr. Danny Smith, starting at 6 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Spring Creek Baptist Church Building Fund at 73072 Highway 1054, Kentwood, LA 70444.

Rita Faye Bryant Rutland

December 04, 1957 – September 22, 2019

Rita Faye Bryant Rutland, a resident of Amite Louisiana, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019. Surrounded by her family, she peacefully breathed her last breath and was in the arms of Jesus. She was born December 4, 1957. She was 61 years of age. Rita loved life and lived it to the fullest. There was nothing she loved more than spending time with her family. She especially loved her great grandbabies Jaxson and Jayce James. Rita was loved by everyone who knew her. She never met a stranger, and always had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed. Rita is preceded in death by her father Walter H Bryant, her brother Randy D Bryant, her nephew Mark H Cowart. Left to cherish her memory is her son Walter J Rutland and wife Shanna, her daughter Candice E Rutland, her grandchildren Blaine, Conner, and Logan Rutland, Haylee, Bryce Hayden, Great grandchildren Jaxson and Jayce James, her mother Betty Bryant, sisters Jo Ann Bryant, Donna Callahan and husband Gary, brother Jimmy Bryant and wife Vicki, numerous nieces and nephews. A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Operation Christmas Child could use your support as we prepare to ship shoeboxes. One way you can help is to come to the fellowship hall this afternoon or Saturday to work on shoeboxes. We will be filling them next month. Another way you can help them is to share the joy of paying shipping. The boxes will need $9.00 each to get them to their destination. As someone who has shipped boxes internationally for more than twenty years, I can tell you the cost of shipping the boxes is a real bargain.

The senior adult revival will be held at FBC, Kentwood this morning. At nine, coffee and donuts will be ready. The choir will practice at 9:30. Worship begins at 10:00 followed by lunch. It is always a blessing be a part of the senior adult revival. Today is the last day, so I hope you make the effort to attend today.

Today is “See You at the Pole” day for students. As far as I know, all area schools are involved in this. As a teacher, I was blessed to attend a number of years, starting the very first year. What a witness it is when students share their faith with other students! Also, tonight area youth are invited to FBC, Kentwood where there will be a celebration of the day’s big event. This will begin at 6:30 P.M. at the Lighthouse, which is just north of FBC, K. The flyer for this event is on my Facebook page.

Scripture Writing – September 25th – Psalm 94: 16-19

Give God a portion of this day that he has given us.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.”

~Philippians 3:8 NLT~

“Miss” Ruby Dillon is home! Pray for her as she regains her strength after spending a week in the hospital.

I haven’t given an update on David in a while. He is doing well despite his two terminal illnesses. Yesterday, his blood level was 8.6, the highest it has been in a long time. The increased amount of Procrit has been credited with helping him. His oncologist is leaving Ochsner to be in an area nearer family members. We hate to see him go, but understand his situation.

The Two Rivers Senior Adult Revival will be at MBC this morning.

We will meet in the fellowship hall of FBC,K at 1 P.M. today to paint and fold shoeboxes. Feel free to join us.

Scripture Writing – September 24 – Psalm 92: 1-8

I’m looking forward to sharing with you in the morning.

Anna Lee

Monday

“I no longer count on my own righteousness through obeying the law; rather, I become righteous through faith in Christ.

For God’s way of making us right with himself depends on faith.”

~Philippians 3:9 NLT~

When we got to church yesterday, I learned that this is the week for the Two Rivers Senior Adult Revival. I changed the time of working Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday to 1 P.M. to avoid a conflict. Now, we will be painting inside the lids of shoe boxes and folding the boxes at 1 P.M. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Everyone is invited to help us prepare for packing the shoeboxes. It’s always fun to work in a group. The greatest benefit is that boys and girls will get gifts and the opportunity to learn about Jesus!

Senior Adult Revival services begin at 10 A.M.

Monday – New Zion
Tuesday – Montpelier
Wednesday – Kentwood

Next Sunday, there will be a Fifth Sunday Singing at 6 P.M. at FBC, Kentwood.

Pleasee add Smiley Conerly’s name to your prayer list. He has been having some issues lately and will be seeing a cardiologist this morning in Hattisburg.

Today, I am thanking God that David and I were able to go to both the morning AND EVENING worship services yesterday. It’s been a long time! That shows that despite his serious and non-curable health problems, he is better than he has been. To God be the glory!

Scripture Writing – September 23 – Psalm 51: 7-12.

Prayers bring about changes in results and in people.

Anna Lee