Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Monday

“LORD, God of my salvation,

I cry out before You day and night.

May my prayer reach Your presence;

listen to my cry.”

~Psalm 88:1-2, HCSB~

 

Melissa S. Johnson

Please add Melissato your prayer list again.  A rod is being rejected by her body.  It appears she will need surgery to remove the rod and fourteen pins.  In the meantime, Melissa is dealing with pain issues again.

Nancy Birch, sister-in-law of Kenneth and others

Therapy is helping Nancy’s hip problem.  Please continue to pray for her.

Jean Easley

Jean has come a long ways in the last two weeks.  Thank God for her improvement and ask his blessings on Jean and the family that she will make continued improvement.

Marilyn K. Dees

Mrs. Marilyn Dees of Fluker will have her gall bladder removed in the morning at North Oaks.  Pray for the precious lady who taught school for so many years.

Kristin’s Third Mission Trip to Haiti

My niece will leave for Haiti tomorrow with a team from her church.  Pray for God to use Kristin and others in the lives of the people of Haiti.

East Fork Baptist Church Youth

The youth will be going to Tall Timbers camp for the week.  Pray for the youth to be receptive to God’s message to each one of them.  Pray also for safety and while traveling and at camp.

Young at Heart (NZBC)

New Zion will host Young at Heart tomorrow at 10:30 in their fellowship hall.  Bring a covered dish.  The speaker tomorrow will be Mrs. Ann Trappey.

Third Thursday at the Cabin
This is the week for our meeting at the cabin at 6:30 Thursday.  Come and enjoy Christian fellowship, old friends, new friends, supper, music, and a devotional.  I’ve already been told by several people that they will be here for the first time.  I’m looking forward to the meeting with great expectation for what the Lord is going to do as He brings people from a number of churches together under one room again this month.
Katharine Nina Anderson

Born: June 12, 1970
Died: July 12, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=2601478&fh_id=10545

Memorial Fund for Mrs. Irene Morris History Collection (From AliceMary Honeycutt)

A fund has been established at SLU to further the archiving of Ms.
Irene’s extensive collection of the history of Kentwood. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Center for Southeast Louisiana
Studies, made payable to the Southeastern Foundation, and sent to
Southeastern Foundation
SLU 10293
Hammond, LA 70402

Please reference the CSLS Operating Fund in memory of Irene Reid
Morris.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Have a wonderful day.  Remember “Miss” Irene’s famous quote (one of many) – “I’m still breathing!”

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Let every man be quick to hear,

slow to speak,

slow to wrath.”

~James 1:19~

 

Nell and Norman Stuart are home from the hospital.  Pray for them as they face the coming days away from all the medical attention they have had for almost two months.

Pray for the Sharkey Family as they have a memorial service for Shane this afternoon.

Operation Christmas Child

  • Adrian, 12-years-old, was abandoned by his parents when he was a child when they left the country. He thought nobody loved him and had many problems at school because he didn’t have a home. “My uncle and aunt invited me to go an evangelistic program in the church,” Adrian shared. “There, I met Christ. God loves me and He loves me a lot. I know I’m not alone. I hope my parents come back from Spain so I can hug them and tell them I love them a lot. Thank you for the shoebox gift and the biggest gift of all, Jesus.”
  • “2 softballs $2.50 = $1.25 each at Big Lots. I like to send tennis balls or real softballs & baseballs that won’t tear up. It may be the only ball the child ever gets & a whole village may play with it.” – Lori V
  • “Father, break my heart for what breaks yours, give me open hands and open doors, put your light in my eyes and let me see, that my own little world is not about me.” – Matthew West
  • Julia was born in Ukraine into a family full of poverty, pain and addiction. When she was 8-years-old, Julia’s father took all of their possessions and left her and her mother. One day, her mother was invited to church by a friend and gave her life to the Lord. Soon after, Julia’s church received brightly colored shoeboxes. Julia not only got a gift that day, but finally something to call her own. In her box she found candy, make-up, jewelry and other girl items. Julia said the shoebox gift gave her hope of a safe place. Eventually, Julia started working with the group who delivered the shoebox gifts and began reaching out to other children who grew up like she did. Julia’s own shoebox gave her more than material items; it gave her hope and reminded her that the Lord would keep her safe.
  • We will be improving our collection of “Shoeboxes” this year by giving you several different opportunities/methods of contributing.  Stay tuned for details.

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Saturday

“Everyone who believes in Him

receives forgiveness of sins.”

~Acts 10:43b, NASB~

 

From Jennie‘s Facebook page

Prague, Vienna, DC, VA, TN, AR, TX, LA, MS, AL, FL, GA, SC, NC, and back to VA. It’s been a busy three and a half weeks. I am so glad to unpack and get settled into our home for the next year in Richmond.

This momma is thankful the family will be working in Virginia for the next year!

Youth of FBC. Kentwood

The youth had a great week of doing missions in Houston.

International Mission Trip Report

Sunday morning at 11:00, Randi Shaidaee will be giving a report of her mission trip. She worked on a medical/veterinary team.  East Fork Baptist Church will be glad to have you visit.

Baptist Press –   http://www.bpnews.net/

 Be sure to read the story about the breakfast biscuit.
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song
  • “Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place?”-   http://proverbs31.org/devotions/devo/

  • “The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.”                                                                                                                                         ~Psalm 18:2 (NIV)~

  • “Rock of Ages” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/r/o/rockages.htm                                       Be sure to read the introduction.

Make today a special day for someone else.

Anna Lee

Friday

 Don’t worry about anything;

instead, pray about everything.

Tell God what you need,

and thank him for all he has done.  

Then you will experience God’s peace,

which exceeds anything we can understand.

His peace will guard your hearts and minds

as you live in Christ Jesus.  

~Philippians 4:6 NLT~

 

Shane Wicks

There will be a memorial service for Shane, son of Suzie Sharkey, Sunday afternoon at 2:30 in the sanctuary of FBC, Kentwood.  Please continue to pray for the family as they face the coming days.

Devotional, Scriptures, and a Song

I trust you have that faith today.  If not, please seek it today.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“[God] is able t

o do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think,

according to the power that works in us.”

~Ephesians 3:20, NKJV~

Majel Dean requests prayer for Nan Coon

“Would you add Nan Coon to prayer link. She is in North Oaks and has kidney failure”.

Jean Easley (Mrs. Joe Easley)

The “roller coaster ride” continues and has made an upward turn.  The doctors keep adjusting her treatment.  She has been sitting up which was good therapy for those who saw her.

Sherman Cutrer

James Rimes said Sherman Cutrer will have another surgery next week.  Pray for him and his family as his ordeal continues.

Nyra Rigby

Karen Miller’s mom continues to do well with her treatments.  Thank God for this good report.

Norman Stuart

Mr. Norman is “about the same – no change”.  Pray for the family as they remain at his side.

Cindy Juban, Baton Rouge

Andy Taylor’s sister, Cindy, is having continuing treatment in Baton Rouge.  Due to her poor vision, she must depend on medical transport.  She also deals with equipment that doesn’t function properly all the time.  These issues have been difficult and make difficult days even more difficult.

Gail Brister

Gail’s doctor has discontinued appointments and leaves continued therapy improvements to her.  Pray she can continue to work with that wrist and make more progress.

Steve Hatchel, Texas

Radiation will be discontinued for the next five days, but chemotherapy will continue.  Also, the number of visitors will be reduced so Mr. Steve can get some rest and try to increase his sleeping.  The family thanks you for your continued prayers for Mr. Steve.  Pray for Boyd and Jennie as they travel today and tomorrow to get to Richmond, VA where they will be living and working for the next year.

Sharkey Family

Pray for the Sharkeys as they have a final service for Shane today in Utah.  I was unable to locate an obituary this morning.

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Keep looking to God!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“In the day of my trouble I will call upon You,

for You will answer me.”

~Psalm 86:7, NASB~

From Marty and Gretchen Simpson

My Aunt just passed away this morning. Please pray for us as we come
together and be with family and love ones during this time. I do not
have the arrangements at this time. Her name is Ina Wheat from Denham
Springs, La. This is my dad’s sister.

Bible Study

  • Friday morning at 10:00
  • Fellowship Hall
  • Bring a sack lunch

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

I hope you have the assurance of the verses and lyrics above.

Anna Lee

Special Request

Lauree asks us to send cards to her mother “who is really unhappy at rehab. in McComb”.  Please send them to:  Mrs. Hellen Morris, 74072 Old Spring Creek RD, Kentwood, LA 70444.  Lauree thinks this will give both mother and daughters a needed “lift”.

Thanks!

 

Tuesday Addition

From Susie Sharkey

Please be in prayer for me on this sad day. My heart is breaking. My oldest son Shane is in Salt Lake City on life support till I can get there but he is gone. He is 42 with 5 children. Just asking for your prayers. Larissa and Little Harrell are with me. I should be there at 10:00.

Note:  I taught Shane many years ago, probably about 30.  He was the first member of the family I knew.                                                                                        ~ala~

Tuesday

“I pray that the perception of your mind may be enlightened
so you may know what is the hope of His calling,
what are the glorious riches of His inheritance among the saints,
and what is the immeasurable greatness of His power to us who believe.”
~Ephesians 1:18-19a, HCSB~

 

Mrs. Joe Easley

Jean is a little better.  Jean’s family and friends are thankful for each step in a positive direction.  They appreciate your prayers.

Betty “Joyce” Pittman Smith

Born: November 19, 1933
Died: July 07, 2014

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/2594137

Devotional, Scripture, & a Song

 

Baptist Press –   BPNews.net

I can relate to some, not all, portions of the articles about missionary parents/grandparents.  What a great honor for the family to have members serving internationally!  It’s not always easy, but oh, the joy of the reunion we had last week!

We can all serve in out own way.  I feel called to do the things I do.  I hope you have found your calling too!

Anna Lee

Monday Addition

From James Rimes


Jeanette Mitchell McMillan is in North Oaks and needs our prayers.

Also please pray for Celestine Walker, a long-time employee of Dr. Faller. She is in
Kentwood Manor and having some medical issues.

David and I saw Mr. Robert Pate today.  He said his wife had been in North Oaks for a while, but in now in rehab in Hammond.  Please pray for Mr. and Mrs. Pate who have been married for so many years.  They faithfully serve the Lord at Tangipahoa Baptist Church.