Kayla Johnson is going into surgery now at Lakeview Hospital in Covington. Please stop no and pray for her surgery, good results, and a great recovery. Pray for her family as they wait and serve as caregivers in the coming days.
A word of rejoicing. There were THIRTY people at the “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party this morning. What a blessing it was to me!
“He will stand and shepherd them in the strength of Yahweh,
in the majestic name of Yahweh His God.
They will live securely,
for then His greatness will extend to the ends of the earth.
He will be their peace.”
~Micah 5:4-5a~
Kayla Johnson, from her mom
Please put Kayla on the prayer list. She went to
ER last with severe pains in her side. They
Think she has a cyst that has rupture .
Start on meds now and if not better by morning
They will do surgery . We are hoping meds will work
And she can come home soon. Thank you
Melissa
Mr. John Causey had a procedure yesterday to block some nerves. He’s home now and doing well. Pray that the surgery was effective.
Robbie Lynn C. Kirby will have a procedure in Jackson, MS today. Pray it is beneficial to her.
Kathy Jo Thompson is doing well following her procedure and will be returning home today. Pray for her as she travels and continues her recovery.
Mrs. Pat Mandella is continuing to improve and is scheduled to come home in a couple of weeks. In the meantime, her husband had a heart attack while in the yard at home. Pray for this family as they try to get healthy again.
Oklon Spiers, Jr.
(September 28, 1941 – August 25, 2013)
A resident of Hillsdale, died at 10:35 a.m. on Sunday, August 25, 2013 at his sister’s home near Kentwood. He was born September 28, 1941 in Picayune, MS and was 71 years of age. He is survived by 6 sisters, Pearl Cozzo, Lynda Miller, Diane DiVisconte, Shirley Cox, Mary Dunn and Nell Spiers; brother, Charles Spiers; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by wife, Linda Ogima Spears; parents, Oklon Spiers, Sr. and Pearl Miller Spiers; 2 sisters, Lois Manning and Elaine Rohner; 2 brothers, Jackson Philmore “JP” Spiers and Otis Spiers. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Army. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Hillsdale Baptist Church Cemetery. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
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Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Surrounded by Mercy” – http://odb.org/
“Young” Ladies Birthday Party
FBC, Kentwood, we will be celebrating August birthdays this morning at Nyla’s at 11:00. If you have an August birthday, please come. If you do not have an August birthday, please come help celebrate. We will have a great time visiting and honoring our ladies.
Please collect used, but still usable shoes, for us to contribute to Re-Store in Amite. We are especially looking for children’s and men’s shoes. You can drop them off if the baskets at the main and office entrances to the church. Sunday will be the last day for you to do this. During the month of September, we will be collecting used, but usable, school uniforms of all sizes. You can drop them off at the baskets at the office and main entrances to FBC, Kentwood. You do not have to be a member of this church to help with the project.
The Lucy Bible Study will begin this week. Meet in the fellowship hall at 10:00 Friday. Bring your Bible. The study will not require homework of money. Each lesson is on a new topic, so if you miss one week, you pick up with the next topic the following week. Come laugh and study with us!
FBC, Kentwood is working on new children’s programs which will be beginning soon. Contact the church office for more information. You can also pick up a printed list of all the activities scheduled for the children and youth.
Looking forward to seeing what God has in store for those of us who live in the Kentwood area.
Anna Lee
Jason’s Story – http://jadonsisstory.blogspot.com/
Caroline Cutrer‘s mother, Treva, thanks ALL who have encouraged and supported them during the past two years. Caroline is ending her treatment soon. Then, they look forward to a time of monitoring her before declaring her cancer free. What a difficult journey this family has traveled, but what great support they have had. Most of all, what a Great Physician God is! Let’s continue to pray for the family as they complete the journey.
Last night, David led a small group in sharing the Lord’s Supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Harrell. What a blessing that was to those who represented FBC, Kentwood, the Harrells, and their daughter and son-in-law (Phyllis and Don Yarborough). Other members of the church were doing the same thing in other locations. I cannot describe for you the blessing it was for me to be there, but it was a memory I will aways cherish. We were able to present them with the framed paper signed by many members of the church last week to honor the Harrell’s 72nd anniversary which was Monday, the 19th. “Miss” Annie Bell blessed us by again telling the wonderful story of how they planned and carried out “running away” to get married at the ages of 16 and 17. Mr. Phillip added that they “grew up”‘ with their kids. Don led a prayer thanking God for the support of members of the church who have been faithful to the Harrells during the last three years when “Miss” Annie Bell’s health has cause them to be homebound.
Several families in our area are going through the final days with a loved one. Faithfully pray for them to find God’s guidance and peace each day.
The “Young” Ladies Birthday Party will be tomorrow at Nyla’s at 11:00. Feel free to remind others so they can be there to help celebrate these birthdays.
The “Lucy” Bible study will begin Friday at 10:00 at FBC, Kentwood. Each study is independent of the others. They do not require homework or cost any money. Ladies for other churches are invited to participate with us. It would be helpful to get a count ahead of time, so contact the church office, 229-8111, please. Even if we don’t have your name ahead of time, please come join us in laughing followed by serious discussions.
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “What’s at Stake?” – http://odb.org/
Let’s make the most of this coming week.
Anna Lee
Please be in prayer for Betty Taylor’s mother, Mrs. Ruby Ziggler, and the family. Mrs. Ziggler has been given four pints of blood since last night. Andy asks for prayers.
I thought you might want to read Boyd Hatchel’s Facebook post and a comment by Jennie.
So grateful for individuals who spend their vacation time and money to come where we live. When their talents, experience, and sacrifice intersect with God’s power, lives are changed forever. It’s happened before, but it happened again this week. Using Upward basketball and a day camp, children and their parents heard once again God loves them, forgives them, and has great plans for their lives. When was the last time you left the known and familiar for the sake of God’s kingdom?
What a GREAT group! Thank you, Williams Boulevard Baptist Church!!!
David and I have enjoyed being at WBBC and seeing their awesome Upward basketball program. They are certainly being used by God to reach out to many in the greater New Orleans area and now in the Europe. May God continue to reach others through WBBC.
Speaking of Facebook, please read “Prayers for Eli”. He’s having some difficult days. I’m sure the family would appreciate your prayers.
Continue to pray for the local ladies at the Beth Moore conference as they meet today and travel home later. May Bath Moore be able to inspire them with God’s Word today.
Mary Criswell suggested I post this obituary. Thanks, Mary.
Thomas Talmadge Core
“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever” Psalm 23:6. Thomas Talmadge Core, 70, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 and is now in Paradise with his Heavenly Father. Born at home to Thomas Jefferson Core and Laura Bell McKee Core on May 7, 1943 in Folsom, LA. Proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and had a long career with State Farm Insurance. Loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and time spent at his camp with family and friends. He was a Shriner and a member of the New River Lodge. He was larger than life and “the mold has been broken”. Survived by Kathleen Blank Core, his loving wife of 47 years, best friend and mother of his children. Also, survived by four children, their spouses and thirteen grandchildren. Tab and Jennifer Core – Hannah, Gabrielle, Caroline and Ella; John and Melissa Core Lee – Forrest, Rachel and Hunter; Chuck and Kristen Core – Madeline and Charlie; Chris and Julie Core Vasterling – Ben, Luke, Kathleen and Grace. Preceded in death by his parents and brother Jonathon Jerome Core. Also, survived by his siblings Mary C. Abell, Amelia C. Jenkins, Elizabeth C. Crow, Raymond R. Core and Chloe C. Coombe. Visitation will be held at Ascension Baptist Church, Gonzales, Louisiana on Friday August 23rd from 4 to 6 pm. A Memorial Service will follow. Many thanks to St. Joseph Hospice, especially the care given by Dawn and Emma. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Wounded Warriors Project or St. Joseph Hospice. – See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theadvocate/obituary.aspx?n=thomas-talmadge-core&pid=166550413#fbLoggedOut
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “On My Side” – http://odb.org/
Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/
Powerful articles again today!
Have a wonderful weekend. Make it meaningful in God’s Kingdom!
Anna Lee
“Therefore, He is always able to save those who come to God through Him,
since He always lives to intercede for them.”
~`Hebrews 7:25~
Betty Taylor had four shots in her eyes yesterday and was in a great deal of pain, as well as having her vision affected. Pray for a better day today.
Pray for a better day for Mrs. Ruby Ziggler today. Pray she feels encouraged and has a greater desire to work to get better.
If you are on Facebook, please read the last few posts on “Prayers for Eli” and “The Adventures of Connor Man”. Pray for both of these young boys.
Continue to pray for Kathy Jo Thompson as she praises God and encourages others to meet Him.
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “The Gift of Light” – http://odb.org/
Hymn of the Day – “Near the Cross” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/n/e/nercross.htm
The “Lucy” Bible Study will begin one week from today at 10:00 at FBC, Kentwood. You will not have any daily homework and do not have to be a member of FBC, Kentwood to attend. There is no cost for this study. Let me know if you are interested.
Mission Project – Shoes for children, men, and women are needed at FBC, Kentwood. They will be given to Re-Store in Amite. Today and tomorrow will be good days to clean out some closets and help someone at the same time. There are collection baskets inside the main door and the office door. Next month we will be collecting school uniforms. By now everyone should know if they have some uniforms that have been outgrown and are taking up space. This will help you and help someone else.
Camp Living Waters, near Loranger, is in need of the following items. Some of you may want to help our area church camp. You can donate the items or you can give money to purchase these items.
We can all be a part of missions! Let’s do our part.
Anna Lee
From Melissa Johnson
Please put Mrs Margaret Strickland on the prayer list. Mrs Margaret had a heart attack two days ago but is doing better with her heart. While running test they found a mass in her lungs. Mrs Margaret is strong in her faith and has prayed for many. I know the family would love the extra prayers right now. Many of you will remember her from Mom’s Deli.
Thank you for your prayers
Melissa
Mrs. Strickland is at North Oaks in Hammond.
The Needhams
Please continue to pray for Roseanne, JB and baby Jaycee Dell. As they make little steps forward there are some steps back. Jaycee Dell is still in the NICU at St. Tammany Hospital. Roseanne is going in every 3 hours to nurse her, but they are still having to supplement her with the feeding tube. It looks like it may be a week or two before Jaycee Dell comes home. Roseanne is very tired and torn between staying there and being home with their 3year old son Jed. We believe in the power of prayer…help us pray for the doctor and nurses as well as Roseanne, JB and Jaycee Dell.
Jimmy Dufrene’s doctor found he had good blood flow in his heart. Thank God for this good report for the grandfather of Lara of Lara’s Gowns for Smiles.
Mrs. Charlotte Erwin, mother of Bro. Bucky who served as a youth minister at FBC, Kentwood, passed away this week because of cancer. She lived in the Franklinton area.
Mrs. Ruby Lee Ziggler (mother of Betty Taylor)
Mom is down in her back from laying in the bed for 31/2 weeks flat of her back . She has gotten hard nots all over her . Don’t know what that is .can’t get her blood regulated.
Betty Taylor gets injections in both eyes today. Pray that goes smoothly.
Kathy Jo Thompson has electrodes all over her head to get reading before her surgery tomorrow. Please keep praying for this special young lady.
Don’t forget Robbie Lynn C. Kirby. Pray each day shows a little improvement in her health.
Don’t forget Carol New. Being homebound is not fun. Pray her health continues to improve.
Pray for the ladies from our area who will be going to Shreveport for a Beth Moore conference. Pray they will grow in the Lord and have safe travels.
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Thumbs Up” – http://odb.org/
Hymn of the Day – “It is Well with My Soul” – http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/i/t/i/itiswell.htm
Baptist Press – BPNews.net
Is it truly “well with your soul”?
Anna Lee
Today’s verse is compliments of the International Mission Board’s Today’s Prayer.
“For God is not unjust;
He will not forget your work and the love
you showed for His name when you served the saints–
and you continue to serve them.”
~Hebrews 6:10~
Russ and Ashley Guzzardo have a new baby daughter.
The newest member of my family is here. Blakely Nickole Guzzardo arrived at 5:25 on August 20,2013. She weighed 7lbs 8 oz and was 20 inches long. Thank-you to everyone for your prayers. Please say a prayer of thanks for a healthy baby. God is good!!!!!!!!!!
Kathy Jo Thompson and her mother are flying to Maryland today so Kathy Jo can have another surgery. Pray for her as she continues her battle.
There is a young man from our area who, with his wife, is teaching in Egypt. Pray for them during this time of unrest. Pray for their families here to have peace about the location of their loved ones.
FBC, Kentwood will switch from AWANA to Team Kid this year. They will also switch back to Sundays for their meetings. Stay tuned for more information.
Bible Study – Don’t forget the ladies’ Bible study which will begin on the last Friday morning of this month. It is based on the main character and clips from the “Lucy” series. I’ve been previewing some of the material. I have found great depth to the lessons which will be presented. All ladies are invited to attend and learn with us.
Missions – Heath Rohner of Re-Store said his greatest need is for shoes. We are collecting gently used shoes to give him for his ministry in Amite. If you have some shoes to share, drop them in a basket at FBC, Kentwood on Sundays or during the office hours during the week. Our collection project for him next month will be school uniforms. In the months following that we will collect jackets and blankets. What a blessing you will be to some people in our area!
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Living Beyond the Odds” – http://odb.org/
Baptist Press – BPNews.net
Hymn of the Day – “Trust and Obey” – http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/t/r/trstobey.htm
I hope you will take time to listen to this simple hymn which has a powerful message. May the tune “follow” you around today as a reminder of how we are to live our lives.
Have a blessed day. Be a blessing to someone today. Let’s let His light shine brightly, even brighter that last night’s blue moon, for Jesus!
Anna Lee
“Call to Me, and I will answer you,
and show you great and mighty things,
which you do not know.”
~Jeremiah 33:3~
Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Image Conscious” – http://odb.org/
I think this speaks to all of us to “improve our ways”. I can see some improvements I have made, but there are still more I could improve on.
Baptist Press – BPNews.net
You can get an idea of how Christians in Egypt are being treated. We need to pray for this situation there, and in other place, and pray it never happens in America.
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Baptist Press Cartoons – http://www.bpnews.net/BPCartoons.asp
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Happy reading!
Anna Lee
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