Monday

“And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb,

but when they went in

they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus.”

~Luke 24:2-3~

Firma Kay Schneeweiss

Firma Kay and Don ask for your prayers as she has some medical tests.  Pray for good results and for peace of mind during the waiting process.

Steve Sanders

Steve and Elisabeth ask for your prayers as he see doctors concerning a problem.  Pray for a peace of mind for both of them during this process.

 New Sign at Tangipahoa Baptist Church

Yesterday, from a distance as we approached the TBC, I noticed a new sign by the church.  It is similar to the one at KHS.  I smiled when I read the welcome message there and hope the church will be able to use it to encourage, comfort, inform, and invite others to join their fellowship.

Vacation Bible Schools

There is excitement in the air as area churches prepare for their summer VBSs.  I will post a list of the dates later.  If you want to give me the dates for VBS at your church, please send me a message.

Young at Heart

Senior adults from the area are invited to NZBC Tuesday at 10:30.  James Rimes will provide the program which will be followed by a potluck meal.

Third Thursday

We will have our monthly meeting at the cabin Thursday at 6:30.  Come enjoy and be blessed by some good Christian fellowship, a potluck meal, and a short program.

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

The “young” ladies who have April birthdays at FBC, Kentwood will be honored Tuesday, April 22nd at 11:00 at The Cafe on highway 51 in Kentwood.

Ladies’ Night: Chocolate and Friends

Plan to attend this special night at FBC, Kentwood on April 24th.  Chocolate goodies and a few other treats will be served at 6:15 with the program to follow at 6:30.  There is no ticket to purchase, but a call to the church office at 229-8111 would be greatly appreciated so we can have a headcount for preparations.  You are welcome to bring other ladies and girls with you, just be sure they are counted.  We would like the count by the 20th.  Thanks for helping in this way.

Daily Devotional, Scriptures, and Hymn 

“Easter: Is it all about Me?”

http://www.cbn.com/spirituallife/Devotions/markins_easter.aspx

“But God demonstrates His love for us in this:

While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

Romans 5:8

“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?”

Romans 8:35

“The Love of God”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/o/loveofgo.htm

Make today count for God!

Anna Lee

Monday Addition

Wendell Miller of St. Helena Parish

Wendell Miller, J.C.’s brother, had heart surgery this morning in Baton Rouge.  All went well. Thanks, James Rimes, for the update.

Louisiana College

Pray for the administration, faculty, and students today.

Camp Living Waters

The camp is in need of nurses for several weeks this summer.

Dear Medical Professionals,
Camp Living Waters needs your help as “Camp Nurse” during the 2014 camp weeks. We are located outside of Hammond, LA in southeast Louisiana. We will provide a private hotel type room and all meals for you.
Children’s Camp #1 June 2-5 Monday 1 p.m. – Thursday 5 p.m.
Children’s Camp #2 July 7-10 Monday 1 p.m. – Thursday 5 p.m.
Children’s Camp #3 June 16-19 Monday 1 p.m. – Thursday 5 p.m.
Youth Mission Camp July 14-18 Monday 1 p.m. – Friday p.m.

Please contact our director, Bro. Keith at 985-351-8514 or Monica 985-345-1831 for more information.
Thank you so much!
In His Service,
Monica Maddox
Volunteer coordinator

Young at Heart

New Zion Baptist Church has a monthly meeting with a pot luck lunch each month. They will meet tomorrow at 10:30.  Anyone in the area who is interested is invited to attend.

Monday

As for me,

I vow that I will not sin against the LORD

by ceasing to pray for you.” 

~1 Samuel 12:23a~

New Photo

Jason made the photo at the top of my page from his kayak in Georgia at sunrise Friday morning.  I hope you enjoy it.  Thank-you, God, for that beautiful sunrise and your faithfulness.

Mrs. Riley

Karen Miller is with her mom at home in Alabama.  Pray for them as Mrs. Riley regains strength following her surgery.

Susie St. Alexander

Susie is weak and not very responsive.  She has moved from home to Hood’s to La. Heart Hospital.  Pray for her and for her family.

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

Tuesday, March 24th

The Cafe in Kentwood – Private room

11:00 A.M.

Celebrating those with March Birthdays

Our Daily Bread – “Gentle Breeze”

http://odb.org/

I think this adds to out Sunday School lesson from yesterday and lets us know a few encouraging works can really make a difference in a life.

Hymn of the Day – “Heavenly Sunlight”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/e/heavenly.htm

I enjoyed singing this at church last night.  I hope it sticks in my head and heart all week.

I’m looking forward to an amazing week of “sunlight” and opportunities.  I hope you are too. Anna Lee

Saturday

 “God is faithful.

He will not allow the temptation

to be more than you can stand.

When you are tempted,

he will show you a way out so that you can endure.

~1 Corinthians 10:13b~

 

Mrs. Kathryn Kuss

When I talked with “Miss” Kathryn yesterday afternoon, she had just completed paperwork to come home.  I trust that happened and she had a good night.  Keep her in your prayers as she regains her strength.

Karen Miller’s Mom, Mrs. Rigby

Mrs. Rigby is to be released from the hospital today.  The family will be making plans for a trip to M.D. Anderson.  Pray for the family today and in the coming days.

Mr. Edward Garner

Mr. Edward Garner is going to his house today.  Pray for him and his caregivers as he makes this adjustment.

“Young” Ladies Birthday Party

We will meet at The Cafe in Kentwood Tuesday morning to celebrate the birthdays of all the ladies who have March birthdays.  I hope to see you at 11 A.M.

Young at Heart

New Zion Baptist Church will hold their monthly meeting a week later than usual due to a death last week.  Anyone in the area is welcome to join them.  They will meet at 10:30 Tuesday.

Baptist Press

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Our Daily Bread – “Coming Soon!”

http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “What if it  Were Today?”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/w/h/a/whatifit.htm

Third Thursday

We were blessed with another great Third Thursday meeting at the cabin.  Thanks for sharing, James Rimes.

Pine Ridge Methodist Church’s Monthly Breakfast

Sunday morning at 8:00 A.M. Pine Ridge will host their monthly breakfast benefit to help encourage a family.  This month, the donations will be for Shay Collette.  The menu is varied and all of it is good.  Come enjoy their breakfast buffet and some sweet company.

It’s been a big week for the virus going around.  I’ll not list everyone who has been sick, but it seems like a learn of a couple more people every day.  Take care.  

Anna Lee

Monday

“I desire therefore that the men pray everywhere,

lifting up holy hands,

without wrath and doubting.”

~1 Timothy 2:8~

Jadon’s Story

http://jadonsisstory.blogspot.com/

Bobby Simpson

Surgery this morning at North Oaks

Say some prayers for him and for Betty.

Associational WMU Meeting

There is an associational WMU meeting at 10:00 this morning at Montpelier Baptist Church. There will be a study of North American Missions for the Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer.  I didn’t learn of the meeting until 9:20 last night.  Go if you can.  Take a covered dish for lunch if you are interested.

Annie Armstrong Easter Offering

http://www.anniearmstrong.com/weekofprayer/

To be up-to date, you will need to study day two days today.

Sunday – http://www.anniearmstrong.com/scottblanchard/

Monday -http://www.anniearmstrong.com/aratorosian/

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Instant Gratification”

http://odb.org/

Hymn of the Day – “Near to the Heart of God”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/n/e/neartoth.htm

  • I heard this on television yesterday.  It was beautiful!
  • This was my grandmother’s, Jennie Wilkinson Draughon, favorite hymn.

Watch out for the major temperature change today.  Dress accordingly if you are getting out and about.

Anna Lee

Saturday

“So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth;

It shall not return to Me void,

But it shall accomplish what I please,

and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.”

~Isaiah 55:11~

Ferrie Gene Blackmon

Please continue to pray for Ferrie Gene as she recovers from her heart surgery

 Ruby Louise Jenkinson Edwards

(August 16, 1939 – February 19, 2014)

A resident of Amite, LA, she died at 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born August 16, 1939 and was 74 years of age. Survived by her brother, Donald Jenkinson and his wife, Mary, Tylertown, MS; nephew, Donald Jenkinson and his wife, Kristi, Tylertown, MS; niece, Vonda Granger and her husband, Jules; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby E. Edwards; parents, Dewey and Mae Jenkinson; 2 sisters, Bonnie Lopinto and Kathleen Dorthery; brothers, Wallace Jenkinson; special niece, Sondra Oliphant. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2014. Services will be conducted by Rev. Marlin Arceneaux. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Daily Devotional – “Bolt on Blake”

http://odb.org/

Inspiring Story – The Old Man and His Wisdom

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kathleen-buckstaff/life-lessons_b_4670183.html

Hymn of the Day – “Others”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/t/h/others.htm

Baptist Press

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Friday Morning Bible Study – Bonanza #1

Our clip from the TV program was very good on it’s own this morning.  I think this lesson on transformation has been my favorite of all we have done so far.  Needless to say, our lives were transformed when we placed Jesus in our lives.  We hope to live in such a way that others can see Him in what we say and do.  I look forward to the next eleven Bonanza lessons.  It is never too late to join us.

Looking Ahead – “Young” Ladies BIble Study

Tuesday at 11:00 at The Cafe

Join us in celebrating February Birthdays

Disciple Now

Continue to pray for the youth from several area churches as they are meeting this weekend at FBC, Kentwood for Disciple Now.  Pray the leaders impart the message God has for each of the youth.

Wednesday lunch for the BCM at SLU

If you attend FBC, Kentwood, you will likely find a request to help provide a portion of the meal we will be serving Wednesday.  Thanks, ahead of time, for your cooperation in feeding about 150 students one of the best meals they receive all year.  Know that the BCM is important in the lives of college students.  You will be helping to draw students in to the center.  Who wants a hamburger when they smell jambalaya cooking?

Get out of your little world and do something for someone else!  Both of you will be blessed.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“In an acceptable time I have heard You,

and in the day of salvation I have helped You.

In the time of my favor I will answer you,

and in the day of salvation I will help you.”

~Isaiah 49:8a~

 

Mrs. Yvonne Birch

Yvonne got tripped by a dog and broke her leg Monday.  Just as she was getting close to getting past her back surgery, she is bummed up again.  Pray for her as she goes through this latest health issue.

Mrs. Ferrie Gene Blackmon

Ferrie Gene got home from the hospital, for the second time, Monday.  She is still full of energy, but is limited in what she should be doing.  Pray for her to be patient as she gives herself time to heal.

Mr. Wayne Criswell (by Mary Criswell)

We got home about 5:30 and Wayne’s surgery went fine! We got caught in
the traffic mess on I-12 and took almost 2 hours to get back to
Hammond! One step closer to licking this thing!
His first Chemo will be Friday morning! Keep us in your prayers!!

Mr. John Orr (Texas)

John is at home in Sulphur Springs, Texas again.  Keep praying.

Mr. Bobby Simpson

Pray for Bobby and Betty as they prepare for his surgery 3-3-14 at North Oaks. Thankfully, he will only be given a local anesthetic.  Pray the surgery will be effective and not need to be repeated.

Mrs. Peggy Berberette

Peggy Berberette, 60, of Magnolia, MS, went home to be with the Lord on February 19, 2014, surrounded by her family at her residence in Magnolia after her battle with cancer. Visitation is Thursday, February 20, 2014, at 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Fernwood Baptist Church and continue on Friday, February 21, 2014 from 1:00 PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM at Fernwood Baptist Church in Fernwood. Graveside service will follow at Magnolia Cemetery. Bro. Eddie Hilburn and Bro. Ed Stewart will officiate the services. Catchings Funeral Home (McComb location) is handling the arrangements.

Pallbearers are Charley Johnson, Eric Johnson, Josh Berberette, Jacob Fisher, Ladd Turner, and Brian Berberette.

Mrs. Berberette was born December 20, 1953, in McComb, MS to E. C. and Mary Nell King McDaniel. She was of the Baptist faith and attended Faith Assembly of God. She worked at Kellwood during the early years of her marriage and ,after the birth of her third child, she dedicated her life to raising her family. She loved to fish in the Mississippi River and at Percy Quin State Park. She loved to be outside and was an avid gardener. She shared her love of nature with all of her children and grandchildren. She was also very skilled at crocheting (having crocheted many blankets for her children and grandchildren) and writing poetry. She won a certificate of excellence for one of her poems. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

She is preceded in death by her parents, E. C. and Mary Nell King McDaniel; brother, Wayne McDaniel; and a niece, Amber Johnson.

Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Paul Berberette; daughters, Christy Berberette Turner and husband Ladd of Kentwood, LA, and Courtney Berberette of Fernwood, MS; son, Craig Berberette and wife Nickie of Kentwood, LA; sister, Elaine McDaniel Johnson and husband Danny of Magnolia, MS; brothers, Claude King and wife Rita of Magnolia, MS, and Henry McDaniel and wife Gayle of Magnolia, MS; grandchildren, Josh Berberette, Dakota Fisher, Chloe Berberette, Raven Fisher, Jacob Fisher and Alayna Braden; two special friends, Diana Lacayo and Martha Knippers; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

 Susie Daniel Dickinson

There will be a service for her at 1 P.M. today at FBC, Woodlands in the Houston. area.   I’m working on an obituary.

Baptist Press

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Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Covering Sinkholes”

http://odb.org/

Inspiring Stories about Families – “The Wooden Bowl”

http://academictips.org/blogs/the-wooden-bowl/

Hymn of the Day – “Nearer, My God, to Thee”

http://academictips.org/blogs/the-wooden-bowl/

Disciple Now Weekend

FBC, Kentwood will host a Disciple Now Weekend this weekend.  Youth from a number of area churches will participate.  Pray for the youth, the leaders, host families, and others involved in cooking or other preparations.

Ladies’ Bible Study

We will begin a series of lessons based on clips from “Bonanza”.  You are welcome to join us Friday mornings at 10:00 at FBC, Kentwood.

Third Thursday

Our monthly gathering at the cabin will be tomorrow at 6:30.  You are welcome to join us.  Come and be blessed.

Be a blessing to someone today!

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing,

in everything give thanks;

for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

~1 Thessalonians 5:16-18~

 

Tinsey DeBlanc

“Miss” Tinsey’s surgery went well yesterday.  Pray for her as she now begins the long road to recovery.

John Orr (in Texas)

My aunt’s husband is doing well following his pacemaker surgery, but he has some other issues with have him hospitalized.  He’s been through so much in the last few months, including losing his wife and a step-daughter.  Pray he can fight enough to overcome his current health issus.

Miranda Foster’s Mom (Lavelle Case)

“Day 116 @ MD Anderson
Please pray.  Mom had to go to the ER this morning. She has really low blood and platelet counts! She will be receiving 2 units of blood and 6 units of platelets. Could take 8-10 hours!”

Line Creek Baptist Church

NW of Kentwood

175th Anniversary

11-23-14

Baptist Press

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Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Helpers Needed”

http://odb.org/

Inspiring Stories – “Coffee on the Wall”

http://academictips.org/blogs/coffee-on-the-wall/

Hymn of the Day – “Others”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/o/t/h/others.htm

I like the melody, the lyrics, and the meaning of this great song.

Third Thursday

Meet with us at the cabin at 6:30 to be a blessing to someone and/or to receive a blessing from someone.  Call if you need more information.

May we all find at least one way to be a blessing to someone today!

Anna Lee

Sunday

Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting 
but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Honor her for all that her hands have done,
and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
~Proverbs 31: 30-31~

 

Wayne Criswell (from Mary)

This recurrence is located in the lymph node behind the sternum and
can only be treated with chemo and radiation therapy! He will have a
medi-port placed on Wed at noon and then we will begin treatment. The
oncologist says it will respond well to treatment and that will begin
shortly. Chemo will be weekly at Ochsners in BE and the radiation will
be daily at Mary Bird Perkins here in Hammond! Please keep us lingual
your prayers as we begin this journey! Thanks

Billy Gregoire

The husband on a distant cousin, Edna Draughon Gregoire, will be having by-pass surgery tomorrow in New Orleans.  Please add you prayers.

Tinsey DeBlanc

“Miss” Tinsey will be having surgery tomorrow morning at 7:00.  Both she and her family will be appreciative of your prayers.

John  Orr of Texas

John is home and doing better after having a pacemaker implanted.  Pray for him and his children as they stay with him for a while.

Spring Creek Baptist Church

Spring Creek will return to their two Sunday morning worship services (8:45 & 11:00) today. Sunday School (10:00) is in the time between the services.

Reminder from Chesbrough Baptist Church

Sunday school begins at 10:00 a.m.
Church service begins at 11:00 a.m.
Bible drill begins at 4:00 p.m.
Sunday night service begins at 5:00 p.m.

The Lord’s Church

We are continuing our series “Biblical Missions” at The Lord’s Church today as we look at Acts 1:8. Our message today; A Gospel for all People.

Baptism at FBC, Kentwood

Andrew Nielson, son of Bro. Ronnie and Angie, will be baptized as part of the morning worship service.  Pray for this young man as he grows in the Lord and for his family and teachers as they encourage him.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Why Cause Grief”

http://odb.org/

Inspiring Stories – “The Little Wave”

http://academictips.org/blogs/the-little-wave/

“Sometimes we need to quit thinking only about ourselves, and look at the bigger picture!” – Amy Alusa

Hymn of the Day – “Leave it There”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/e/leaveitt.htm

Have a great Bible study and worship experience today!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“I will sing about the LORD’s faithful love forever;
I will proclaim Your faithfulness
to all generations with my mouth.”
~Psalm 89:1~

 

Eugene Tackett

Eugene is home.  He will be seeing his regular doctor, but so far it seems he has no damage.  Thanks for praying for him.

Wanda Smith

Wanda Smith is improving after her recent surgery.  She hopes to be able to make it to church Sunday.  Continue to pray for her as her foot heals.

Daily Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Hyperseeing”

http://odb.org/

This is going to be one of my favorites for a while.

Moral Stories – “Testing for Gossip”

http://academictips.org/blogs/testing-for-gossip/

Hymn of the Day – “Somebody Knows”

http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/s/o/m/somecare.htm

Pay attention to the words of this hymn.  I think I am going to print them out to keep and to share.

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The Friday morning Bible Study will meet at 10:00.

The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be the last Tuesday of the month at The Cafe in Kentwood.

FBC, Kentwood will provide the BCM meal at SLU the last Wednesday of the month.

Glenn McMillan’s memorial service will be at 3:00 Saturday at New Zion Baptist Church.  A meal for the family will follow at NZBC.

Keep praying for those who are experiencing the latest snow/ice storm.

Anna Lee