Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Saturday

But the fruit of the Spirit is love,

joy,

peace,

forbearance,

kindness,

goodness,

faithfulness,

gentleness

and self-control.

Against such things there is no law.

~Galatians 5:22-23~

Ira Cleveland is still very sick and in ICU, but off the vent.  Let’s thank God for this improvement.

Janice Wallace Bonch has  improved enough to be moved to a regular room.

There are a number of hurting or grieving families in our community.  Let’s pray for each one as they come to mind.

Donna C. Breaux – niece of Mrs. Ruby Dillon

January 18, 1957 – February 23, 2016

http://www.ejfieldingfh.com/obituaries/Donna-Breaux-2/#!/Obituary

Bobby Martin

Born: April 02, 1941
Died: February 26, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3611790&fh_id=10545

Shelby W. Miller

Born: July 19, 1929
Died: February 26, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3611845

Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will have their monthly breakfast to benefit a person/family in our area.  The buffet will begin at 8:00.

The Friday morning Bible study will meet Wednesday afternoon next week.

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Scripture Writing – Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Have a wonderful day!  

Anna Lee

Friday

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for

and assurance about what we do not see.

~Hebrews 11:1~

 

Ira Cleveland is in ICU with a severe lung infection.  Thankfully, his fever has broken. Please pray for him and his sweet family.

Janice Wallace Bonch, who have several cancer issues, has been rushed to the ER at St. Tammany.  Pray for Janice, please.

Pauline Turnipseed
(October 13, 1962 – February 22, 2016)

http://www.jonesfamilyfuneralservices.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3610378&fh_id=12269

Ladies’ Night Report – Our heart were warmed in many ways!  What a blessing!

Bible Study this morning at 10:00

 

Scripture Writing – Hebrews 10: 24-25

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Let’s “warm some hearts” today!  Jesus does that for us daily, moment by moment!

Anna Lee

Thursday

“I once thought these things were valuable,

but now I consider them worthless

because of what Christ has done.”

~Philippians 3:7 NLT~

 

Mrs. Catherine Yarborough has been moved to Kentwood Rehab.  Pray she makes good progress there in a timely manner.

Jimmy Schwartz is home, but some days are very difficult for him.  Please keep him in your prayers.

 

Latest news from IMB – http://imb.org/updates/storyview-4471.aspx?utm_content=buffer842a6&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer#.Vs43tnQrLx4

  • Let’s pray that Southern Baptists continue to support out IMB missionaries though the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.
  • Let’s also pray the IMB never again has to cut 25% of the missionaries to make ends meet financially.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Scripture Writing – I John 3:1-3

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

                                                                                          ~Psalm 37:7~

 

It’s here!  February 25th!  “Warming the Heart”

I’ll be looking for lots of ladies, ages 3-103, tonight at 6:15.  Tonight, Sue Connelly has a craft for us to make.  Sue also decorated the room for us.  It is beautiful!  I’m praying for a full room tonight.  That would be a real blessing to us and to you!

 

Thanks for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

 Cast all your anxiety on him

because he cares for you.

~1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)~

 

Yesterday was a difficult weather day.  Thankfully, we in this area did not have any significant problems, but hundreds of people in areas close to our area did.  Please pray for them and then work to help they in they way God wants you to help – prayer, finances, clean-up, rebuilding, yard work, food, etc.  Ask.  God will lead you.

I’m thankful to hear that several local churches have new staff members this week.  May God richly bless both the staff members and the churches.

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Women’s Ministry

  • Thursday – “Warming the Heart” at FBC, Kentwood at 6:15 for ladies ages 3–103
  • Friday – Bible study at FBC, K at 10 A.M. completing John 2

Scripture Writing – I John 2:15-17

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Thank-you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Tuesday (Posted early)

I’m going to share a few thoughts tonight.

  1. Bad weather is expected Tuesday afternoon and early Wednesday morning.  Be aware of this problem and careful to make good decisions.  Pray for safety for all.
  2. Baptist Press – bpnews.net
  3. Scripture Writing – Micah 6:8
  4. Devotional – http://odb.org/2016/02/23/a-better-view/

Monday

Look to the LORD and his strength;

seek his face always.  

~I Chronicles 16:11~

 

Continue to pray for Mrs. Catherine Yarborough and her family.  She is in Hood Memorial.

Today, as many people begin a new work week, let’s pray for them as they face their usual challenges and as new ones arise.  May each Christian allow God to shine through them each day.

For those who do not work, may the week present opportunities to share their faith.  May there be boldness in each opportunity.

 

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – Romans 8:28-30

 

Women’s Ministry this Week

  • Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
    • The Cafe
    • 11 A.M.
    • Celebrating February birthdays
  • Thursday – Ladies’ Night “Warming the Heart”
    • FBC,K Fellowship Hall
    • 6:15 P.M.
    • Light supper provided
    • Ages 3 – 103
  • Friday – Bible Study
    • FBC, Fellowship Hall
    • 10 A.M.
    • Completing John 2

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

May His love shine through you all week long!

Anna Lee

 

 

Saturday – Published Friday Night

“Give thanks in all circumstances;

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

~1 Thessalonians 5:18 NIV~

 

 

Ruby Travis was very sick today.  Let’s pray she is better tomorrow.

Mrs. Catherine Yarborough has had some falls this week.  Please keep her and her family in your prayers.

Jimmy Alford – Jimmy will have another test done Tuesday and  meet with a team of doctors at Ochsner in New Orleans Wednesday.  As you pray for him, please pray for his family too.

 

Lois Hill Wood
Born: August 29, 1918
Died: February 19, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3605939

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – John 14:15-21

Devotional – “Four Ways to Look” – http://odb.org/2016/02/20/four-ways-to-look/

 

Joey + Rory – http://thislifeilive.com/a-week-to-remember/

 

Thank God for a beautiful day He provided for us today.  Thank him for life on this beautiful day!

Anna Lee

Friday – Posted Early

But you, LORD, do not be far from me.

You are my strength;

come quickly to help me.

~Psalm 22:19~

 

Mrs. Willine Howell got sick night before last and was taken to Ochsner in New Orleans. She was better yesterday.  Please pray for this sweet lady.

Jimmy R. Williams is much better and is now at home.  Let’s thank God for his good care at Lacombe and his return to Kentwood.

Ruby Travis said Beverly Birdsong’s mother, Mrs. Lee, is doing a little better.  Keep praying.

Mrs. Mary Nell Kliesch is home from rehab.  I’m sure she appreciates hearing from her friends.

 

Another death & another former student:

MELISSA “MISSY” TONEY, AGE 43

and a resident of Bogalusa died Tuesday evening February 16, 2016 following a traffic accident in Baton Rouge. She was a 1990 graduate of Amite High School that enjoyed playing basketball. Missy also enjoyed coaching basketball for young people, including her daughters. She was definitely a people person and always outgoing to those she met. Missy was very caring towards her family.

Survived by:

Parents: Dale Toney and Judy Harper Toney of Pine

2 Daughters: Taylor Barr,
Jaelyn Barr and their father Chad Barr

Daughter and Son: Mallory Arlt,
Braden Arlt and their father Bryant Arlt

3 Sisters and Brothers in law: Marcie and Jeff Varnado,
Merrie and Sidney Ritchie all of Bogalusa,
Mindy and Charles Kelehan of Pine

Husband: Lateef “Bird” Murray

Also numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Delbert and Mavis Toney and Leo and Ruth Harper.

Visitation will be at Crain Funeral Home Thursday February 18th from 6 pm until 9 pm and after 9 am on Friday. A funeral service will be held at 11 am Friday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Shad Pittman and Rev. David Cutrer officiating. Burial will follow in Ponemah Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Charles Kelehan, Chase Kelehan, Jeff Varnado, Kolby Burns, Adam Whitecotton, Chad Barr

Honorary Pallbearer: Bryant Arlt

Obituaries can be viewed online at www.crainfh.com

Scripture Writing – John 13:34-35

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Ladies’ Night at FBC, Kentwood

  • For ladies from 3-103
  • Thursday, February 25th at 6:15
  • Please join us.

 

God is so good!  He provided a large group, abundant food, talented musicians, and overflowing love tonight.  Members of seven churches blessed us by coming to the cabin.  God’s presence was certainly in the midst.  We are blessed!

Anna Lee

Thursday

Though the mountains be shaken

and the hills be removed,

yet my unfailing love for you

will not be shaken

nor my covenant of peace be removed,”

says the LORD,

who has compassion on you.  

~Isaiah 54:10~

 

Good News!  Yesterday morning Ken Roberts’ doctors met and agreed the met the qualifications to be placed on the heart transplant list.  Let’s thank God for that big step and wait with expectation the day when this will become a reality.

Robbie Lynn Callihan Kirby had another procedure this week and is back at home.  Please continue to pray for this family as they fight a continuing battle with Robbie Lynn.

Hayden Snow, great nephew of Mrs. Bessie Hayden, is having more problems with his health and being admitted to the hospital in New Orleans this morning.

Myrtle Bruce Evans (Linda Headrick’s mom)

http://obits.theadvocate.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=myrtle-bruce-evans&pid=177754296&fhid=11073

Mary Amanda Caston Rice (Sister of Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell)

http://obits.theadvocate.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=mary-caston-rice&pid=177738318

Estelle Sutton Newton

http://www.hixson-ducote.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&lud=AEFE60782D62C6E890FA8682A5F931EB&id=3603719&fh_id=12588

Scripture Writing – Matthew 5:43-45

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Reminder: The cabin doors will be open to you tonight for our monthly gathering.  We begin at 6:30.  Contact me if you need more information.

Anna Lee