Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Thursday

“For God loved the world in this way:

He gave His One and Only Son,

so that everyone who believes in Him

will not perish but have eternal life.”

~John 3:16, HCSB~

 

Elaine Tolar Doucette got a fantastic lab report.  She does not have cancer.

Mrs. Tullie Dean is now at Hood Memorial for rehab.  Keep her in your prayers.

Please add Mr. James Allen to your prayer list.

Pray for all those who are or will be traveling for the holidays.

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015 – Song of Songs 5-6

Scripture Writing – Luke 1:26-29

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Pray, Give, Send, Go!

 

Opportunities this Week

  • Third Thursday at the Cabin – tonight at 6:30
  • Friday morning Bible study of “John” – 10 A.M. in the fellowship hall
  • Saturday and Sunday – Cantata at FBC, K at 6 P.M. w/ Reception Sunday night

 

 

 

Have a blessed day!  Be a blessing to others!  Jesus is the reason….

Anna Lee

Wednesday Addition

Update of James Miller

Mr. James received blood for the 14th time yesterday.  He was feeling much better after that.  Plans are being made for a blood drive for him.  I’ll give you that information when the plans are finalized.

 

Update on Johnny Belgard 

Update on Johnny:  Surgery went well; it was tough because of infection and inflammation but liver is working well.  The surgeon said the liver was a good one.  Recovery went well.  Susan got to see him this morning and he was very happy to see her.  He can’t talk because of tube in throat but he is alert and doing well.  He has a long road to recovery (according to surgeon) but prognosis is good.  Continue praying.

Janet A. Hammons (The Belgards are Jan’s neighbors.)

Wednesday

“He sent the message to the Israelites,

proclaiming the good news

of peace through Jesus Christ–

He is Lord of all.”

~Acts 10:36, HCSB~

Macy Gueldner 

We celebrated WEEK 100 this week! Macy is on the 100th week of her 3rd phase of treatment. Tomorrow she begins week 101 with her very last doses of vincristine and dex. This is pretty “big time” for her. These are the meds (chemo and steroid) that give her bone and nerve pain. We are happy for her to be kicking these two to the curb! Now, she only has 19 more weeks left of methotrexate and mercaptopurine (6mp.)

She’s been feeling well, but those nasty mouth sores never really go away anymore. Although you wouldn’t know it unless she gives you a good look in her mouth (which is rare.) Please pray that these last doses of vinc/dex aren’t too hard on her this weekend. We’re all ready to enjoy a good holiday. Merry Christmas from Team Macy.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal/view/id/5670e9a3ca16b4b429a9b1d9?utm_source=JEN&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=JEN+email&utm_content=visitsite

Johnny Belgard’s new liver was working well at bedtime last night.  I’ve been checking my phone for an update, but nothing yet.  I’ll post one when I get one.  I’m certainly thanking God Johnny was able to have the new liver and all seemed to be going well.

Shelton Day, one of our neighbors, is hospitalized because his potassium level is too high. Please add him to your prayer list.

Ora Lee Wilson told me her grandson, Brandon, has been getting some good reports.  Let’s thank God Brandon did not really have the problems the doctors suspected at first.

Harrell Sharkey and his family learned his cancer is only in one location and can be successfully removed with surgery, which will be in January.  Thank God for another good report.

It is wonderful to be able to share all good updates this morning!

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 143-145

Scripture Writing – Matthew 2:7-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering –  After two weeks, FBC, Kentwood has reached 45% of the goal set for this year.  I can hardly wait until I can report we have surpassed our goal!

Two websites to read and enjoy:

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Special opportunities for the coming week:

  • Thursday – Third Thursday at the Cabin – 6:30 – Come hear and sing Christmas music this month.
  • Friday – Bible study of “John” at 10 A.M. in the FBC fellowship hall
  • Saturday and Sunday – Combined choirs of FBC,K and EFBC along with an orchestra present “Majesty of Christmas” at FBC, K at 6 P.M.

 

 

I’ll be glad to share special events at other churches if you send me the information.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Monday

“Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift.”

~2 Corinthians 9:15, HCSB~

 

I was asked to add Robert and Ora Lee Wilson’s grandson, Brandon, to the prayer list.  He is Sheila’s son.  Brandon has a lung issue and is hospitalized.

I got to visit with Kathryn Meadows last night.  She had a liver transplant, but is improving.  I’m sure she would appreciate additional prayers.

Please  continue to pray for Johnny Belgard as he works to get stronger so he can get a liver transplant.  He is in Ochsner, New Orleans.

Another Johnny to pray for is “Lit’ Man” Santangello.  He has developed some new issues.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Deuteronomy 26-28

Scripture Writing – Matthew 1:21-25

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Pictures of global cities

 – http://www.imb.org/main/lottie-moon/details.asp?StoryID=13798&LanguageID=1709#.Vm67PGQrLx4

 

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

 

 

Opportunities this Week

  • Tuesday – Preparing/delivering fruit baskets for the homebound.  First Baptist Church, Kentwood at 3 P.M.
  • Tuesday – Young at Heart at New Zion Baptist Church at 10:30.  The program will feature James Rimes and possibly Sherman Cutrer.  Their music will touch your heart.
  • Thursday – Third Thursday at the Cabin at 6:30.  Come to the cabin to enjoy a time of food, fellowship, music, devotional, and prayer.
  • Bible Study of John – Friday at 10:00 in the fellowship hall of FBC, K.  Call me if you have any questions.
  • Saturday and Sunday – Christmas music “The Majesty of Christmas” at FBC,K at 6 P.M.  Fellowship will follow each night.  East Fork choir members are joining for a combined choir.  An orchestra will also be involved each night.
  • I”ll be glad to add any events I forgot or an unaware of.  Let me hear from you.

 

 

Jesus is the one and only reason for the season!

Anna Lee

Saturday

The true light that gives light to every man

was coming into the world.  

He was in the world,

and though the world was made through him,

the world did not recognize him.

~John 1:9-10~

 

Please pray for Robbie Lynn Kirby who is having back problems again.

Gloria Gill will be having a heart ablation Thursday.  Please add her to your prayer list.

Aniston Renae Newman, the daughter of Matthew and Angel Bridges Newman, has arrived and is beautiful!  Congratulate the parents and grandparents when you see them.

There is an awesome display. “Christmas Village”, which will be on display tonight at FBC, Greensburg.  It is free, but donations to the youth fund will be accepted.  It will be a wonderful way to  get focused on the real meaning of Christmas.

Read the Bible in 2015 – Acts 23-24

Scripture  Writing – December 12 – Malachi 3:1-3

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering –  Tomorrow, at FBC,K, we will have our yearly march for missions, missionaries, and our offering.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Get wrapped up in the reason for this awesome season!  It’s all about Jesus!

Anna Lee Alford

 

 

Friday

“Therefore, the Lord Himself will give you a sign:

The virgin will conceive,

have a son,

and name him Immanuel.”

~Isaiah 7:14, HCSB~

Please continue to pray for Johnny Belgard.  He has had some very difficult days lately. Pray he will be strong enough to be a candidate for a transplant.

Linda Johnson continues to have hip and walking issues.  Please pray for her.

“Miss” Bessie Hayden moved wrong, but didn’t fall.  She did have some issues with her hip and legs, but is getting better.  Say a prayer for her.

 

Bible Study of “John” will NOT meet tomorrow.  I’ll let you know when we will meet.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible  in 2015 – Revelation 7-11

Scripture Writing – Psalm 95: 1-7

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering 

BECAUSE YOU GAVE

Share these exciting numbers with your church as your remind them that 100 percent of the offering supports missionaries.
Last year they reported:

1.75 million people heard a gospel witness

275,000 became new believers

14,000 new churches and 4,000 new groups were formed

21,000 leaders were trained to start new churches

444,263 nationals met in on-going Bible studies

These numbers and more are reported in the 2014 Annual Statistical Report at public.org/globalresearch

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

There will be many Christmas programs in our area schools and churches.  Do some investigating to see where you want to be in the coming days.  How would God have you to spend your holidays?  

Anna Lee

Thursday

“She will give birth to a son,

and you are to name Him Jesus,

because He will save His people from their sins.”

~Mathew 1:21, HCSB~

 

Wonderful news, Jack McCarte, “Miss” Mary Miller’s son-in-law is doing very well and was moved to a regular hospital room yesterday afternoon.  The family is very relieved and thankful.  “Miss” Mary asked me to pass her appreciation on to you.

Jadon’s Journey – 12-8-15

   (Jadon) had a great checkup today with his neurologist. He read all 4 of the words she wrote down for him. She was very impressed with him and his progress. We just love her. She was able to get a $4000 test approved for Jadon. This test will give us lots of information on how his brain functions. We are now on the 2 month waiting list for a neuropsychological test. She also had to show Jadon off to her nurses. She made him walk,talk,and put his hands above his head. She then showed them the CT scan of Jadon’s half brain. Of course they couldn’t believe it. She loves showing him off. She calls him miracle boy.

Betty Smith Sledge

Born: September 14, 1949
Died: December 09, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3518355&fh_id=10545
Kentwood Manor
It was a joy to give packages to the patients at Kentwood Manor early yesterday evening.  A group from FBC, Kentwood sang Christmas carols to guitar music as we walked up and down the halls giving out packages.  Members contributed the items we distributed.  The packages and the caroling were big hits!
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Mission Trip Resources – http://www.imb.org/go/1953.aspx#.VmlktmSDGko
Baptist Press – bpnews.net
Read the Bible in 2015 – Song of Songs (Solomon) 3-4
Scripture Writing – Psalm 72: 6-10
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

New Opportunity – Study the Book of John

  • Begins tomorrow morning at 10:00 at FBC,K in fellowship hall
  • When a person is first introduced to Bible reading, this is the book that is usually suggested.  That’s the book we will begin to explore tomorrow.
  • Please free to join us.  You do not have to be a member of a certain church or Sunday School group.
  • All you need is a Bible!
  • No cost!

Jesus is the reason for the season.  Be sure He doesn’t get left out!  Make Him the center of the holiday.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

The generous will prosper;

those who refresh others

will themselves be refreshed.

~Proverbs 11:25~

 

Please continue to pray for Johnny Belgard of Chesbrough.  Johnny has ups and downs, like most people who are hospitalized.  He is in Ochsner in New Orleans.

Jack McCarte, son-in-law of Mrs. Mary Miller, was found to have heart problems that required surgery, not simply some stents.  Surgery went well this afternoon, but shortly after that he had a seizure.  Please pray that will some rest and medication, he will be doing better soon.  Jack is in Jackson, MS.

Mr. James Miller had more blood given to him today and is feeling much better.  Keep him and “Miss” Mary in your prayers.

 

Brett Michael Ware

Born: August 21, 1969
Died: December 04, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3515394&fh_id=10545

 

 

Operation Christmas Child

 Pray for the shoeboxes as they are prepared for delivery and make their journey to boys and girls.

  • For the Gospel of Jesus Christ to be boldly proclaimed as we distribute these boxes in remote corners of the earth.
  • For God to bring many into His Kingdom through these simple gifts.
  • For God’s favor and protection on local church volunteers as they organize distributions in more than 100 countries.
  • For shoeboxes to arrive safely and quickly at their intended destinations.

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions – Service Opportunities

Apprentice and Career Missionaries

http://www.imb.org/go/serving.aspx#Apprentice/Career

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 140-142

Scripture Writing – December 9th – Psalms 72: 8-14

 

Kentwood Manor – This evening, we will deliver packages to the nursing home patients and sing Christmas carols to them.  Call the church office (229-8111) for details.

 

Friday Morning Bible Study

  • 10 A.M.
  • Beginning to study the book of “John”
  • Join us this week.  I think you will enjoy the study.
  • God will bless your efforts.

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Tuesday

“But as it is written:

‘Eye has not seen,

nor ear heard,

nor have entered into the heart of man

the things which God has prepared

for those who love Him.’”

~1 Corinthians 2:9, NKJV~

 

Jesus was a big part of the plan.  
Let’s celebrate Jesus this holiday season.  
It’s called Christmas!

 

Mr. James Miller was given blood yesterday and will receive more today.  Pray for Mr. James and “Miss” Mary as they spend more time with medical people.  He has home health also.  It has been very good.

Continue to pray for the Eatay family in the loss of an unborn baby and the gift of a Christmas angel!

Read the Bible in 2015 – Nehemiah  5-9 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Nehemiah++5-9&version=NIV

Scripture Writing – Psalm 72:1-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – “Giving to Send Missionaries” – http://www.imb.org/giving/howmissionsisfunded.aspx#.VmavVGSDGko

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Bonus Devotional, Scripture, and Song

 

We all have certain days that have special meaning in our lives.  Sometimes, it’s good.  Sometimes, it’s sad.  Today is one of those days for me.  My grandmother, Jennie Lee Wilkinson Draughon, passed away early on a Sunday morning.  Jennie, my daughter, was almost three and the only great, grandchild.  She saw my mother, my two aunts, and I sitting at the breakfast room table.  There were tears.  Jennie looked around and said, “Why are you crying?  “Ganky” is in heaven today!”  You can only imagine the smiles, more tears, and and big hugs with kisses she received from everyone.  

Heaven is surely a wonderful place to celebrate Christmas!  

Anna Lee

Monday

“The King will reply,

‘I tell you the truth,

whatever you did

for one of the least of these

brothers of mine,

you did for me.’

~Matthew 25:40~

During the holiday season, most of us will be doing special things for others.  Doing and giving is wonderful and one of the lessons that God wants us to learn early and do for many years.  I’m thankful when I hear of all those who are being blessed by our gifts of food, time, transportation, etc.  I hope this will continue all year long for all of us.

 

Mr. James Miller will be going to his doctor today for an update.  Pray for Mr. James and “Miss” Mary as they travel today and as they hear the report.  As you pray for them, don’t forget to pray for her son-in-law who is having a heart procedure this morning in Jackson.

Arie Annabelle Beulah Varnado Jennings of the East Fork community in Kentwood, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s residence on December 5, 2015.

She was born November 30, 1928 in Kentwood, LA. She was the daughter of John W. and Alma Dykes Varnado.

She was retired from the State of Louisiana where she worked for 38 1/2 years at the I-55 weigh station. She was a member of East Fork Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wallace Preston Jennings Sr.; two brothers and four sisters.

Survived by her children Mildred and Elder Douglas Graham, John and Shelia Jennings, Wallace Jr. and Veronica Jennings, Elsie and Tim Sharkey, and special friend Sam Agnello, grandchildren Harry and Darlene, Darrin and Bridget, Preston Sr. and Pam Graham, Joseph and Yolanda, and Christopher Jennings, Natalie and Dan’l Sr. Johnson, Sarah and John Campbell, Michael and Jaime Jennings, Laura and Maverick Guidry, Danny and Kylie Sharkey, Jessica and Daniel Venable, Taylor and Haileigh Sharkey, and step-grandchildren Tommy and Scott Thornhill, Billy and Sarah, Alan and Summer and Christopher Reeves; great- grandchildren Rebekah and Chris Burkes, Esther and Nathan Davis, Aaron Graham, Caleb and Kelsie, Jesse and Shelby Graham, Brittany Graham and Cody Coniglio, Precious and Presley and Preston Jr. Graham, Tyler and Corbin Jennings, Dan’l Jr, Skye, Charlotte, Summer, and Duke Johnson, Lucy Jennings, Rilee and Allee Sharkey, Lakelynn, Preston, Annabelle, and Peyton Venable; step-great-grandchildren Cody and Ava Thornhill, Brittany, Bailey, Alana, and LeeAnn Reeves, Kayla and Trent Seabrook, Abbie Jones; great-great-grandchildren, Elijah, Peyton, and Chase Graham, and was anticipating the arrival of great granddaughter, Jade, and a great- great –granddaughter, Aubrey Kate. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Harry Graham, Jr., Darrin Graham, Preston Graham, Joseph Jennings, Christopher Jennings, Michael Jennings and Danny Sharkey. Honorary pallbearers will be Preston Graham, Jr., Dan’l Johnson, Duke Johnson, Tyler Jennings, Corbin Jennings, Caleb Graham, Jesse Graham, Aaron Graham, Rilee Sharkey, Preston Venable and Peyton Venable.

Visitation is Monday at East Fork Baptist Church on 17280 Hwy. 1054 from 5PM until 9PM and continues Tuesday from 10AM until services at 11AM with Elder Douglas Graham, Elder Doyle Ball, Dr. Danny Smith and Bro. Gibbie McMillan Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Sharkey Funeral Home in Summit, MS.

Share condolences at catchingsfuneralhome.com

Joey Feek

Joey’s faith is glowing!  Read why she said she would go through this cancer ordeal again.

http://www.godvine.com/read/she-s-fighting-for-her-life-and-says-it-s-all-worth-it-because-of-this–1140.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=fbpage&utm_campaign=gvupdate

 

All the area churches are having holiday programs, caroling, meals, and other activities.  I hope you will spend as much and more time in celebrating the birth of Jesus and doing for others as you do shopping for gift for people who already have more than they need.

 

Read the Bible in 2015

Scripture Writing

 

Food for Families 

David and I made the food delivery yesterday afternoon.  Once again, the food was greatly appreciated.  Thanks to the ladies who contributed frozen food this month.

Friday Morning Bible Study

  • Beginning the book of John with the introduction to the book
  • Please feel free to join us at 10 A.M.

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Day 8

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Show your Christian Christmas spirit today!

Anna Lee