Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Tuesday

“God, hear my prayer;

listen to the words of my mouth.”

~Psalm 54:2, HCSB~

 

 

Mr. James Miller may get to come home today.  Keep him in your prayers though.

Pray for Freida Jones.  She has a heart problem and a new issue, cancer.  Decisions will soon need to be made about surgery.  She could use our prayer support.

Flo Hatcher had a tough day yesterday.  As you pray for her, also pray for those who help care for her.

Lisa Pitre will be having surgery today.  She would certainly appreciate your prayers.

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – II Chronicles 11-15

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child – Call me or the church office to get a list of the current needs for the shoeboxes we are packing.  We’re almost to packing day!

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Have a blessed day!  At the same time, be the blessing someone needs today.

Anna Lee

Monday's Second Addition

Margaret Daniel Wilson 

Awesome news!!! The doctors at MD Anderson said that the nodules on my mom’s lung are benign and nothing to worry about. The mass on her kidney is only 1.7 cm and anything under 3 cm has almost a 0% chance of spreading! They don’t know if it’s cancer or not, but they looked back at last years MRI and they can see the same size mass on it. Not sure why someone didn’t catch it last year, but the doctor said it hadn’t grown in a year, so he recommends waiting 6 months and getting another scan!!! Wow! God is so good!! Thank you all for the prayers!                 ~Robin~

Sam A. Petitto, Sr.

Born: February 25, 1934
Died: October 04, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3343208

Hellen Pray Morris

Born: July 19, 1928
Died: October 03, 2015

A resident of Kentwood she passed away at home on Saturday, October 3, 2015. She was born July 19, 1928 in McComb, MS and was 87 years old. She is survived by her daughters: Lauree M. Titus and Rachel M. Muth; her grandchildren: Tedd J. Titus and wife, Kayla; Matthew W. Titus and wife, Ashley; Lauren H. Fowler and husband, Floyd; Jennifer Hastings and Dustan Stewart, and Keri Lynn Gravois; great-grandchildren: Matelyn, Ory, Riley, Noah, Abigail, Teddi and Tobi Titus; Christina Cox, Adi Rae and Kam Stewart; and Faith Fowler. Preceded in death by her husband: Ben Morris; parents: Hubert E. and Freddie Q. Pray; brother: Hubert Q. Pray; sister: Freka Hamilton; and son-in-law: Clifford W. Titus. Services will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2015 at First Baptist Church of Kentwood with visitation from 1pm until services at 2pm. Memorial gifts may be made to the Georgia Barnette State Missions Offering – First Baptist Church, 310 Avenue E, Kentwood, LA 70444. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Monday Addition

Please pray for Jeana Lee- Newton.  She was admitted to the hospital again this morning.  Doctors are considering her issues to see which in most demanding at this time.

Flo Hatcher has developed a problem with a leg that looks like it may need immediate attention.  She will possibly begin chemo in the morning!  Visitors are encouraged at this point.

Mrs. Hellen Morris’ arrangements seem to be evolving into new plans rather than the original ones.  Since they are still evolving, I’ll say for you to check back later and to expect services as soon as tomorrow.  Stay posted.

Monday

These are the things you are to do:

Speak the truth to each other,

and render true and sound judgment in your courts;

~Zechariah 8:16~

 

Please continue to pray for Mrs. Bonnie McMillan, Mrs. Catherine Yarborough, and Mr. James Miller who continue to be at North Oaks.

A number of people are dealing with illness and tests to diagnose problems.  One is Mrs. Velma Anthony who has been sick for several weeks now.  Please add her to your prayer list.
Mrs. Bessie Hayden has been sick for several weeks.  Yesterday, she made special efforts and attended church.  Pray she will soon be feeling better.
The Frozen Food for Families was delivered yesterday.  It was greatly appreciated.
Read the Bible in 2015 – Numbers 29-32
Devotional, Scripture, and a Prayer 
  • “Seconds Count”
  • Show me, Lord,                                                                                                                                               my life’s end.                                                                                                                                                      ~Psalm 39:4~
  • “We Have Heard a Joyful Sound”

Greenlaw Baptist Church is having revival.  Some of you may want to attend.  Each night begins with supper at 5:00.  The supper is provided by the church.

The Lord’s Church will host the annual associational meeting next Sunday evening.  Members of all area churches are invited to attend.  The service begins at 6 P.M.  If you wish to sing in the associational choir, you will need to be there earlier.

I just received a message from a lady who told me she made purchases for Operation Christmas Child and where she left them for me to find.  I certainly appreciate each person who helps.  What a blessing we receive when we give to such worthy causes!

Yesterday, as we prepared to leave church, a father and daughter stopped me to ask about what the daughter could purchase for Operation Christmas Child.  I gave them my thoughts.  Last night, the daughter called to tell me what she purchased and said she would be able to get more things.  She also told me she would be a part of packing the shoeboxes.  That’s the way you feel about OCC.  You cannot do enough to help pack the shoeboxes.  I’m thankful for that father who came with his daughter to talk with me and who encouraged her to be on the giving side of this project.  She is so blessed to have family members to encourage her young heart in the right direction.

Let’s allow the change in the weather be an encouragement to change something we do. There might be a bad habit that needs to disappear or a new one we need to develop.  This is a great time of the year!  We can make it even better by making some positive changes in our lives.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Take on an entirely new way of life —

a God-fashioned life,

a life renewed from the inside

and working itself into your conduct

as God accurately reproduces his character in you.”

~Ephesians 4:22-24 MSG~

 

Mrs. Velma Anthony has been sick for a couple weeks.  She is still undergoing tests to identify the problem.

Mrs. Glenda McKean fell early last week.  Her diagnosis is two broken ankles which will keep her in Hood Memorial for a while.  She will get to walk again in about eight weeks.

Jimmy Schwartz is home almost all the time now.  That doesn’t mean we don’t think about him or that he doesn’t need to hear from us.

Read the Bible in 2015 – Hebrews 5-7

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

May you be blessed to serve God today.

Anna Lee

Saturday

A friend loves at all times,

and a brother is born for adversity

~Proverbs 17:17~

Please pray for Mr. James Miller.  He fell yesterday and wound up in North Oaks because of anemia.  Pray doctors will locate his problem and help him to feel better.

Mr. Philip Harrell is recovering from a round of pneumonia, but “Miss” Annie Bell is doing fairly well.  Keep them in your prayers.

Continue to pray for the Hellen Morris family as she prepares to move to her eternal home.

Dan Turner’s Update

Howdy all!

I had my second titration of my Baclofen dose today.  Using the same equipment as before, my H & M reflexes were tested, and were found to be much improved.  However, based on the objective data and how I’m feeling, subjectively, the dose was increased from 100 to 140 micrograms per day.  I will return next Thursday for further assessment.  Things are going well so far and although I’m not done yet, I am feeling better and better with each passing day.  I can truly see progress now!  Thanks for the continued prayers and God bless you all.

Gabe (13) and Livvy (9) had a goal.  Now, ….
‘We are God’s People”  (IMB video)
Baptist Press – bpnews.net
Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana missions – Be something, a part of meeting the need for more missions work in our state.  100% of the money given goes straight to the work being done in Louisiana.
Read the Bible in 2015 – Acts 3-4
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Reminder for Today

It’s Operation Christmas Child time of the year!  Contact me today if you need some suggestions for items to purchase or information about giving money to ship the shoeboxes the the boys and girls.

 

Two Reminders for Tomorrow!

  1. It’s God’s Day – Visit his house tomorrow!
  2. Frozen Food for Families

 

Thanks for reading and praying today!

Anna Lee

 

 

Friday Addition

Flo Hatcher

Just fed my mom an ice cream float with graham crackers. She had physical therapy and occupational therapy twice today and her pain is better.                       ~Julee~

Margaret Ann Daniel Wilson

Margaret Ann had her first day of testing yesterday.  There was some very encouraging news.  She will have more testing today.  Surgery will still be necessary, but the doctors there is were more concerned about her blood pressure than any other immediate need.  Keep praying.

 

Thursday

But love your enemies,

do good to them,

and lend to them

without expecting to get anything back.

Then your reward will be great,

and you will be sons of the Most High,

because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.

~Luke 6:35~

23 Year Old First Year Coach at Parklane

Please remember Coach Kitter Newman from Parklane in your prayers. This is his first year out of college. He started having a severe headache today & went to the ER in McComb & they air lifted him to Jackson for emergency brain surgery & he’s in critical condition.

Mrs. Bonnie McMillan

Please pray for “Miss” Bonnie.  She is in ICU at North Oaks because of a blockage.

Ken Roberts

David and I talked with Ken’s mother yesterday.  She said Ken had some close calls last week, but is doing better back at Tulane.  Hopefully, Ken will be moved to Memorial Hospital in Houston soon and be placed on the transplant list.  Keep Ken and his family in your prayers.

Susan Rimes

Susan saw a new doctor yesterday and loved her.  Susan will have a MRI at North Oaks next week.  Then, the results can be compared to Susan’s last MRI.  Now, the wait is for the MRI to be scheduled, done, and read.  Keep pray for some pain relief for Susan.

Flo Hatcher

Flo Hatcher is still hospitalized.  So much has happened so quickly that it is hard for her to keep it all straight.  It has been a difficult road, but the family is sticking by her and comforting her daily.

Margaret Ann Daniel Wilson (Wife of Leroy Wilson who grew up in the Kentwood area)

Margaret Ann and Leroy were driven to MD Anderson yesterday.  Hopefully, they will get some treatment there to help her in the battle she is facing.  Please pray for everyone involved in Margaret Ann’s care.

Mrs. Hellen Morris and family

“Miss” Hellen’s time on earth is very limited.  Please pray for her family during this time.

Rufus Williams

Rufus did not have the gall bladder surgery because another problem was found that is now the focus of the medical attention.  Rufus came home, but has some appointments set to continue to seek care.  In the meantime, he is not feeling his best.

Donnie Leo Wascom

Born: May 26, 1933
Died: September 29, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3330385&fh_id=10545

Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions

Getting Started – http://georgiabarnette.org/get-started/

Frozen Food for Families

  • Bring your frozen home-cooked food to my classroom Sunday before Sunday School.
  • Food will be distributed Sunday afternoon.
  • Thanks to those of you who contribute each month.  You make a difference!

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015 – Proverbs 28

Devotional, Scripture, and Song

  • “We Can Know” –  http://odb.org/2015/10/01/we-can-know/
  • I write these things to you . . .                                                                                                           that you may know that you have eternal life.                                                                                                                                                  ~1 John 5:13~
  • “Have Faith in God” by B.B. McKinney

Thankful for a new day and a list of things I hope to accomplish today.  Thankful for life, health, and purpose!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“I run with purpose in every step.”

~1 Corinthians 9:26a NLT~

 

Sherry Day is hospitalized.  I didn’t know yesterday how to explain the situation, so today I’m sharing what she wrote.

Just wanted everyone to know that I am ok. Thanks for all the prayers. I had cellulitis in my arm and the infection had spread
further in the body. Needed IV antibiotics to clear up infection. Thanks again for all prayers and concerns. God bless all.

Mrs. Glenda McKean fell and broke a leg just above the ankle.  She seems to be a very busy lady, but this may slow her down temporarily.  Pray for her and her family.

Jay Holloway,  a high school junior and QB for Copiah Academy was killed in a one car accident on the way to school yesterday.  As you pray for the family, please include prayers for the faculty and students of the school.

Flo Hatcher (Written by daughter, Julee)

When you are saying prayers before bed tonight, please say extra prayers for my mom Flo Hatcher. She had the procedure today to cut off blood supply to tumor and she made it fine, but I guess the medication is messing with her. She’s very confused and scared tonight. She usually lets us leave, but tonight she called her sister Carol New to go back and she is going to sleep with her. I will be back at 7 am and surgery is sometime after 11 tomorrow. This roller coaster just won’t end and it’s not fun at all….. Pray my momma gets some fight and some relief….

Lisa Carruth came through surgery with great news.  The lymph nodes are all clear!  Thank you for praying for her.  Please pray as Lisa recovers and learns what the doctors say is ahead of her.

Rufus Williams has had gall bladder surgery at North Oaks.  Please pray for him and his little family as he recovers.  (Rufus, we’ll be looking for you at the cabin in fifteen days!)

Jocie “Berta Jo” Jones

Born: November 24, 1939
Died: September 27, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3329975&fh_id=10545

Alfred Layton “Buddy” Gill, Sr.
Born: February 06, 1949
Died: September 28, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3325000

Hazel “Ann” Welch
Born: January 25, 1945
Died: September 29, 2015
http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3330027

Refugee Crisis in Europe –  

http://www.samaritanspurse.org/disaster/refugee-crisis-in-europe?&utm_source=SPFacebook&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=m_Y000-SOCM_SocialMedia&utm_content=09-29-Ahmadinejad

Operation Christmas Child – Please check out this page on facebook.  Spend a few minutes here and have your heart touched.

https://www.facebook.com/OCCshoeboxes

People who saw my list of needs have been calling and shopping or shopping and calling.  Look for a new list in a few days.  Our packing party will be October 24th at 6 P.M.  Come join the festivities and see the boxes that will touch little hearts around the world.

Georgia Barnette Missions Offering for Louisiana

The Georgia Barnette State Missions Offering played a vital role in the purchase and building of Tall Timbers Baptist Conference Center in the late 1950’s and early 1960’s. It is also assisting in the construction of the Georgia Barnette Conference Center at Tall Timbers which will enable the training of church planters and mission leaders as well as provide worship space for camps and conferences for generations to come.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 114 – 116

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “The Valley of Vision” –  http://odb.org/2015/09/30/the-valley-of-vision/
  • I remembered you, Lord,                                                                                                                         and my prayer rose to you.                                                                                                                                                    ~Jonah 2:7~
  • “Out of My Bondage, Sorrow, and Night”

I trust you are finding some time this week to enjoy the changing of the season.  I welcome spring and fall each year.  They are my favorite seasons.  At this stage of life, many of us are thankful to see another season, no matter which one!

Suggestions for today:

  • Make a memory.
  • Do something different.
  • Spend  time  with someone special.
  • Spend time with someone you haven’t seen much lately.
  • Visit a special friend.
  • Visit someone who doesn’t get out much.
  • Bake/cook something and share it.
  • Walk outside more than you did yesterday.
  • Watch a sunrise or sunset.
  • ___________________________________  You fill in this blank.

I’m thankful you have joined me for a few minutes today.

Anna Lee