Category: Other Churches

Sunday

Jesus replied,

“Very truly I tell you,

everyone who sins is a slave to sin.

~John 8:34~

 

Continue to keep Mrs. Catherine Yarborough and her family in your prayers.

Harold Newman, David’s brother-in-law, had emergency gall bladder surgery down on the coast.  Please pray for his recovery.

Rev. Rusty Durant’s mother had a stroke.  The family is gathering in Alexandria and praying for a good report.  Bro. Rusty is pastor at Montpelier Baptist Church.

 

Scripture Writing – Psalm 118:5-9

Waylon Bailey – waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Operation Christmas Child – Livia and a Necklace (Part 2) – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-livia-and-a-necklace/

Do you want to create quite a stir and lots of questions?  Purchase items for OCC in big quantities!  You will have the cashier and a number of customers asking questions.  The best part is being able to share what you are doing and why!  You can encourage others to do the same.

The school supplies are marked down in some stores.  It is the perfect time to purchase markers, crayons, glue sticks, pencil sharpeners, highlighters, etc.  Get them while the price is the lowest.  You can stretch your funds a long ways at this time of year,

This week’s opportunities:

  • Sunday School and Worship – Check the church ahead of time; Different churches begin at different times.
  • Sunday Evening Worship Services still exist in a number of churches.  Enjoy the message and the music.
  • Today, meet in my classroom at 3:30 to discuss the next ladies’ night.
  • Monday at 10 A.M. – associational WMU meeting at Spring Creek to learn about the flooding at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church and pastor’s home.  We will also learn about their recovery efforts.
  • Wednesday – Mission organizations for children will meet in the L-wing at 6 P.M.
  • Thursday – Monthly “Third Thursday” gathering at the cabin.
  • Friday – Bible study at 10 A.M. to begin John 8.

This is the Lord’s Day.  Honor Him!

Anna Lee

Thursday

 “Enter through the narrow gate.

For wide is the gate

and broad is the road that leads to destruction,

and many enter through it.  

But small is the gate

and narrow the road that leads to life,

and only a few find it.

~Matthew 7:13-14, NIV~

 

Shelton Day is hospitalized with the threat of a heart attack.  Thank God for blood work that sounded an alarm yesterday.  Pray for Shelton.

Pray for Jeana, daughter of Ricky and Brenda Russell of Chesbrough.  She is hospitalized again.  Pray for her family too.

Linda B. Williams has a toe that has become infected since surgery four weeks ago.  She hospitalized at St. Tammany.  Pray they will soon have her pain and the infection under control.

David and I have had three appointment on three different days this week.  The good news is that David’s eyes are healed enough to have glasses for his right eye and a contact for his left eye.  We also have an appointment on the 25th to see a cornea specialist concerning the next surgery.  Please continue to pray for David and his vision.  The good news is that I had a good report on my vision despite watching for some hereditary problems.

Earlo LaBauve was doing very poorly last night.  Pray for his family in the coming days.

Roy Hugh Fleming, Jr., M.D.

January 22, 1950 – July 12, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3808370

 

Operation Christmas Child – “Nanor and a Doll” – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-nanor-and-a-doll/

Scripture Writing – Psalm 55:1-8

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Bible Study – Friday at 10 to complete John 7

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Children on Mission had three new children last night.  It is not too late to bring someone to join us from 6-7 P.M.  We also had two guests last night, Bubba Roberts with his guitar and harmonica and David Alford with stories of experiences in other countries (like missionaries who sacrifice to share the good news of Jesus).

I am getting good report from the vacation Bible schools this week.  My little children be drawn to Jesus through their efforts.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart

and with all your soul

and with all your mind

and with all your strength.’

~Mark 12:30~

 

Justin Lambert was moved to another room, a sign of more small steps of improvement.  Continue to pray for Justin, his family, and the medical staff helping to make him better.  The family is appreciative of your prayers.

Children on Mission and Mission Friends tonight at 6 P.M.  We’ll be in the L-wing waiting for you.  Children who are 3 through those going into 5th grade are encouraged to attend.

 

Scripture Writing – Luke 12:35-40

Operation Christmas Child –  Izabella and a Snow Globe – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-izabella-and-a-snow-globe/

WMU – Quarterly Associational Meeting – Monday at Spring Creek at 10 (Leadership meeting at 9.) followed by a potluck lunch.  We will learn about the recent flooding of the church and pastoriam as well as the progress in recovery.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Baptist Message (VBS) – http://baptistmessage.com/vbs-fills-baptisteries/

No matter what is on the agenda for today, please wear a smile and share a kind word with others.  You’ll make a difference in your little world today.

Anna Lee

Tuesday Afternoon

Pray for Mr. Cade Williams at Kentwood Manor.  Pray for his family as they continue to make this adjustment and visit with Mr. Cade as much as they can.  Pray for peace and comfort for Mr. Cade.

Several members of FBC, Greensburg left today for a mission trip in Haiti.  This is a repeat trip for some and a new experience for others.  Pray their efforts will be richly blessed this week.  Also, pray for their safety as the team works and travels.

Three Kentwood Residents Killed in Wreck – http://www.actionnews17.com/news/three-killed-in-two-vehicle-crash-on-highway-51-1636845   Please pray for the families and the many friends of these three young people.

Wade Lee Gray

Born: November 25, 1961
Died: July 11, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3807602

 

Peggy Dykes Simmons

March 12, 1937 – July 10, 2016

http://www.catchingsfuneralhome.com/mobile/obituaries-details.cfm?o_id=3805168&fh_id=12254&forcelayout=mobile#obituaries

Tuesday

….fixing our eyes on Jesus,

the pioneer and perfecter of faith.

For the joy set before him he endured the cross,

scorning its shame,

and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

~ Hebrews 12:2 ~

 

Please pray for Mrs. Catherine Yarborough who is in ICU at McComb.  I know your prayers will be appreciated.

Peggy D. Simmons

Peggy Dykes Simmons, 79, of Line Creek, La., died July 10, 2016, at St. Helena Parish Nursing Home in Greensburg.

Visitation is 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Line Creek Baptist Church and continues Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. until services there at 10:30. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

 

The Lord’s Church will be involved in a home schooling program this year.  If you are interested, you can learn more from someone there.

Vacation Bible School is also being held at Tangipahoa Baptist Church this week.

Operation Christmas Child – “Yuliya and a Puppy” – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoeboxstories-yuliya-and-a-puppy/

 

Scripture Writing – Luke 12:31-34

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

I do know about the wreck that happened last night, but am waiting for an official report.  I’ll post that later.

Anna Lee

Monday

But let justice roll on like a river,

righteousness like a never-failing stream!

~Amos 5:24~

 

Please say some prayers for Mrs. Grace Chadwick who has been moved to the hospital.  She and her family will be very appreciative.

Continue to pray for Kathy Dale Forrest.

 

Vacation Bible Schools this week: Hillsdale and East Fork.

New Zion Baptist Church baptized three youth yesterday and have another one to baptize next week.  Let’s all say a pray of thanksgiving for youth workers and summer camps for youth.  They make a difference in many lives!

Operation Christmas Child – Ted and a Washcloth – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-ted/

Associational WMU meeting – one week from today at Spring Creek Baptist Church

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – Luke 12:27-30

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

On this day when the weather promises to be hot, I hope you have a warm heart and will share it with others today.

Anna Lee

 

Monday

But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you,

then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve,

whether the gods your ancestors

served beyond the Euphrates,

or the gods of the Amorites,

in whose land you are living.

But as for me and my household,

we will serve the LORD.”

~Joshua 24:15~

 

The latest reports about Justin Lambert show more good reports.  Keep praying.

Another death in Roseland this week – Charlie Boy Hudspeth died in a tractor accident. Please pray for his family.  Arrangements are incomplete at this point.

Two more Vacation Bible Schools coming soon:

  • Grangeville Baptist Church, July 11-15 6:00 – 8:30 P.M.
  • East Fork Baptist Church – July 11-15 morning and afternoon

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – Psalm 32: 1-5

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – Tomorrow at 11:00 at The Cafe

Mission Organizations – Wednesday nights at 6:00; Brings them to us!

  • Children in Action – for boys and girls who will be in grades 1-5
  • Mission Friends – Ages 3-5

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Happy Monday!  Be sure to do your part to make it a great day!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Saturday

…. those who hope in the LORD

will renew their strength.

They will soar on wings like eagles;

they will run and not grow weary,

they will walk and not be faint.

~Isaiah 40:31~

Justin Lambert has greatly improved.  Pray he continues to do well.  Pray for the family as they stay close to his hospital day after day.

Mrs. Mary Varnado went to the doctor yesterday and received a good report.  Please continue to pray for her.

David Bryant has continued to make improvements.  He’s in Lafayette.  He would appreciate calls if you have his phone number.

Bonnie Blue Brabham is doing well.  She’s at home recovering from her traffic accident.

Captain James L. “Jimmy” Pittman

Born: January 06, 1952
Died: June 23, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3761004&fh_id=10545

Scripture Writing – Romans 3: 25-26

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Tomorrow morning at 8:00. Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will host their monthly breakfast to benefit a family with a need in our community.  I invite you to join them for a delicious breakfast.

 

Have a wonderful weekend.  

Anna Lee

 

 

Tuesday

You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth

and do not need a thing.’

But you do not realize t

hat you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked.

~ Revelation 3:17~

 

Please continue to pray for Mrs. Ruby Dillon and David.  Both of them are having continuing eye issues.

Justin Lambert is having some problems that present difficult choices.  Please pray for the family and for the medical staff caring for him.

 

Two more VBSs in our area this week – Kedron and  East Fork

Scripture Writing – Ephesians 1:3-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

You may have seen a large church choir on Fox News yesterday morning.  Here’s the Baptist Press story about that.

Bellevue sings of ‘King’ on Fox, Carnegie Hall

http://www.bpnews.net/47084/bellevue-sings-of-king-on-fox-carnegie-hall

Devotional, Scriptures, and a Song

  • “Learning to Love” – http://odb.org/2016/06/21/learning-to-love-2/
  • Follow the way of love.                                                                                                                                    ~1 Corinthians 14:1~                                                                                                                                 Love comes from God.                                                                                                                         Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.                                                                                                                                                       ~1 John 4:7~
  • “Love is the Theme”

 

“Love is the Theme” of Jesus’ life and should tell the story of our lives each day.

Anna Lee

 

 

Monday

“The LORD brings death and makes alive;

he brings down to the grave and raises up.  

The LORD sends poverty and wealth;

he humbles and he exalts.

~1 Samuel 2:6-7~

God gives us  a “buffet” in life.  He does the timing for each choice.

As you continue to pray for Wanda Smith and her shingles, pray for her parents too. Wanda’s dad will have a valve replacement today in a Slidell hospital.

Pray for Kenneth Birch and his continuing back problem.  His doctor is investigating the possibility of a SCS, a stimulator to be put in the back to help with the pain.

Pray for Mrs. Sissy Cox of Greensburg as she has cancer surgery tomorrow at Ochsner in New Orleans.  She is Mrs. Velma Anthony’s sister.

There is good news onJustin Lambert.  He has been moved to an cooler hospital room which seems to have improved his condition.  Thank God for that small step of improvement.  Pray for his family and for the medical staff taking care of him as you pray for Justin.

There’s a number of church/community members who are having health issues/other needs.  Do what you can and what you do best for them.

Scripture Writing – Micah 7:18-19

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Kids of Mission will begin at FBC, Kentwood with a waterslide event at the church from 5 – 7 Wednesday.  Please get your children and grandchildren signed up by turning in the form given at VBS and on the bulletin yesterday or by called the church office (229-8111). Thanks!  Volunteer workers can call the office or talk with me.  There will be a meeting in the L-wing Sunday night at 6:00 for those who want to help.  Weekly meetings of Kids on Missions will begin Wednesday, June 29th.

Operation Christmas Child – This is the time to get involved in the collection of items for the shoeboxes.  Get some cards from the wreaths at the church.  After making your purchases, you can leave your bags in my Sunday School classroom.

Ladies’ Night this month will be a patriotic celebration!  I am so thrilled to tell you we will have both a fantastic speaker and a soloist.  This is surely something you will want to be a part of.  It begins at 6:15 Thursday in the fellowship hall.  Feel free to wear your red, white, and blue.  Visitors are welcome to join us.

Friday morning Bible study will focus on John 7 this week.

The monthly “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be on Tuesday, June 28th.  Ladies being honored because of June birthdays are Bettye Fussell, Sandra Arnold, Alcyon Hayden, and Barbara Hutchinson.

 

I know of three churches that will host VBS this week – Greensburg, Montpelier, and Osyka.  I also am aware to two churches taking their youth to camp – New Zion and Spring Creek.  Thank God for those giving of their time to help the children and youth.  Pray a hedge of protection around each one involved in these wonderful events.

 

Thank God for the rain and the beautiful rainbow many of you witnessed yesterday.

Anna Lee