Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Wednesday

“Behold, the Lord’s hand is not shortened,

that it cannot save;

nor His ear heavy,

that it cannot hear.”

~Isaiah 59:1~

 

 

From Ashley Raborn

Praises to God! Sammy Ott is finally home after his spleen removal (11 days hospitalized). Prior to surgery his platelet count was around 40,000. It is now over 400,000! God is so good! He will see his oncologist in the next week. Please continue to pray that his leukemia will be put into remission. Thank you.

MS Disaster Relief: Miss.Ttornado Victims Getting Needed Relief

http://www.bpnews.net/BPnews.asp?ID=39694

90 Day Bible Readings: Day 41

Psalms 45:15 – Psalms 69:21

Baptist Press

BPNews.net

World Hunger:’RED ALERT’: World Hunger Fund Gifts at 20-year Low as Africa Crisis Looms

http://baptistpress.com/bpnews.asp?id=35809

Thank God for this day he has given us.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life,

neither angels nor demons,

neither the present nor the future,

nor any powers,

neither height nor depth,

nor anything else in all creation,

will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

~Romans 8:38-39 NIV~

Pray for my lifelong friend, Frances Ann Davis McElveen, now of Hillsdale.  She played the piano in Roseland before I did.  We were in band together, etc.  She is a sweet lady who has cancer.  Pray for her family as you pray for her.

Pray for a rather new friend, Dana Hendry, of Kentwood.  She has had problems with vertigo lately.  Sunday, she really had a bad spell.  I think many of us can relate to that.  Dana has a young, large family that depends on her.  Dana’s biggest complaint is that she missed church Sunday morning and evening at East Fork.

90 Days of Bible Reading: Day 40

Psalms 25:1 -Psalms 45:14

World Hunger: The Whooping Woman

http://kingdomcommunities.blogspot.com/2012/06/whooping-woman.html

Baptist Press

BPNews.net

Continue to pray for those having a hard time with flooding and those who are emotionally “down” (depressed) because of the continue weather.  Pray for those in the Hattisburg area who were affected by the tornado.  Rest assured, Southern Baptists are there to help them “get back on their feet”‘  Pray for all who have been adversely affected by the weather lately.

Pray for our country and our world.  It seems there is more bad news than ever before.  God is calling us to him.  Let’s pray it’s not too late for America.

Thanks for praying.  Your prayers mean so much to so many.  May God bless each of you in a special way today.  

Anna Lee

Monday 2nd Addition

Updates on the Jones Family

http://gavincarrie.blogspot.com/

Thanking God all five babies were delivered and for the progress they have made since birth.

Myrtle May Thibault Smith
(February 2, 1930 – February 10, 2013)

Myrtle Mary Thibault Smith, of Greensburg, Louisiana, passed away Sunday, February 10, 2013 at the age of 83. She was born February 2, 1930, in San Antonio, Texas. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Greensburg. She retired from LSU Ag Extension after 30 years of service. She is survived by her daughter, Debra Burhoe and husband, Terry of Denham Springs; her son, Michael Smith and wife, Kay of Greensburg; and her daughter, Mary Jo Belser and husband, Bobby of Greensburg; her grandchildren, Lori Burhoe Naremore, Mary Beth Smith Freche, Bryan Burhoe, Marcus Smith, Matthew Belser, and Christopher Belser; her great-grandchildren, Brenden and Brooke Burhoe; Rylee, Reed, and Ross Freche; and Hudson Naremore; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of “adopted” children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Edwin Laverne Smith, her parents, John Henry Thibault and Myrtle Alford Thibault, and one sister, Joan Thibault Johnson. Pallbearers will be her nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Johnson, Horace “Buster” Lee, Vernon McMorris, and Mickey Catalanotto. Visitation at First Baptist Church, Greensburg, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 13, 2013. Services conducted by Matthew Belser and Rev. Tommy Smith. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Priscilla Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church of Greensburg, Louisiana. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Monday

“So faith comes from hearing,

and hearing by the word of Christ.”~

~Romans 10:17, NASB~

Speaking of the Bible, I heard it referred to as a library full on books last night.  I thought that was a good analogy.

Read the Bible in 90 Days: Day 39 (half way!)

Job 42:1 – Psalms 24:10

Mr. Edward McGehee was hospitalized last week, but is home now.  Remember Mr. Ed and “Miss” Jeannette in your prayers.

Mrs. Rena Cutres (100) fell last week.  Pray for her as she recovers.

Mrs. Helen Robertson (95) has recovered nicely from her broken hip and is now able to get to church with a caregiver.  Thank God for the progress of this amazing lady.

I got to visit with Mrs. Betty Bethel in Amite yesterday.  She looks good and missed people in this area.

Mrs. Magdeline Ford is doing well with her treatments.  Keep praying for her.

World Hunger: The Horn of Africa (Drought Crisis)

http://worldhungerfund.com/Projects.html

Pray for the people in the Hattisburg area the experienced the tornado and for those in the northeast with all the snow.

A little rain doesn’t cover up the Sonshine!

Anna Lee

Sunday

“Your love for one another

will prove to the world that you are my disciples.”

~John 13:35 NLT~

Mrs. Fay Faller is home, but still undergoing tests.  Thank God for the lovely life she lived for so many years.

Jim Walley is home following surgery.  Pray he recuperates well as he waits for biopsy results.

Frances Gay has shingles again.  Pray she will not suffer a great deal and that they go away soon.

Pray for Dan Turner as he makes the adjustment to living at home again.  Pray for his caregivers to adjust to the new environment.

90 Days of Bible Readings: Day 38

Job 25:1 – Job 41:34

Human Needs Ministries: World Hunger Fund

http://worldhungerfund.com/

May you allow Him to lead you today on His day!

Anna Lee

Saturday

“God’s family is the church of the living God,

the pillar and foundation of the truth.”

~1 Timothy 3:15b GW~

Our mother, Hellen Morris, had a setback with her back after a fall she had Monday night. Please pray that she will regain the progress she had made. She really appreciates your prayers.
Rachel & Lauree

At about 10:00 this morning, Dan Turner will be released from rehab and going home.  He has made a lot of progress while hospitalized and in rehab.  Pray for him as he transitions to home and to additional rehab at home.  I know the family is thankful of each one of your prayers.

90 Day Bible Reading: Day 37

Job 8:1 – Job 24:25

I have no idea how many of you have been reading with me, but I know I’m not the only one reading.  I an thankful for this Bible reading plan and for the progress I have made so far.  We have read approximately 45% of the Bible in about five weeks!

KOM Pray (Kids on Mission Pray)

https://my.newsletter4fun.com/index.cfm/fa/mailings.publicviewer&R=6602JA46408E5276A4A0A0441&M=5402JA4440866676A4A8B0441

Baptist Press

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Wonderful, timely articles that give much to pray about!
Spend some time with the Son today!
Anna Lee

 

Friday

“Come to Me,

all of you who are weary and burdened,

and I will give you rest.”

~Matthew 11:28, HCSB~

Conner Corkern (age 6)

https://www.facebook.com/TheAdventuresOfConnorMan

90 Day Bible Readings: Day 36

Nehemiah 13:15 – Job 7:21

Pamela Ann Rousse
(July 30, 1964 – February 6, 2013)

A resident of Amite, she died at 7:11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Ochsner Medical Center in Jefferson. She was born July 30, 1964 in New Orleans and was 48 years of age. She is survived by husband, Carl Rouse, Amite; daughter, Jaci Rousse, Amite; 1 sister, Connie Noel, Larose; 2 brothers, Mark Brunet, Amite and Joey Brunet, Amite; step-father, Gerald Noel, Amite. Preceded in death by father, Herman Brunet, Sr; mother, Velma B. Noel; 2 brothers, Herman Brunet, Jr and Alfred Brunet; sister, Wanda B. Harden. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Jacob Williams. Interment Kedron Cemetery, Amite. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Baptist Press News

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KOM PRAY

 https://my.newsletter4fun.com/index.cfm/fa/mailings.publicviewer&R=6602JA46408E5276A4A0A0441&M=5402JA4440866676A4A8B0441

 Enjoy some sunshine and some Sonshine today!

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

“Rejoice always,

pray without ceasing,

in everything give thanks;

for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

~1 Thessalonians 5:16-18~

 

 

From Debbie Crawford

Bro. Ken Irvin is the pastor of Line Creek Baptist Church. His father, Kenneth Irvin, lives is Georgia and will be having surgery Thursday morning in Gainesville, FL. Please remember Bro. Ken, his mom and his dad as you pray. Thank you

Patrick Hoosier’s diagnosis is lung cancer.  Pray for him, the medical staff who will care for him. and for his sweet family as they begin an unexpected journey.

As far as I know, Dan Turner is still expected to be released from rehab on the 9th.  Keep praying for all involved in his care.

Emma Brabham is progressing nicely following her wreck two months ago.  The main concern is time for her facial paralysis to be gradually diminished.  Keep praying.  She’s still healing.

Nikki Miller is home from having knee surgery.  All went well.  The family thanks you for your prayers.

Continue to pray for Reesa B. DeLee as she receives treatment at home.  Keep praying for her.

Pray for Mrs. Carol Bridges as she continues rehab to continue her recovery from a stroke.  She has made good progress so far.

Pray for the family of Beverly Dyer as they have her memorial service today in Amite.  She fought a long, hard batter.  The family will benefit from your prayers now.

Missions Opportunities

The 2013 Korea Mission Trip has been scheduled and the dates confirmed by the Korea Mission Board—-October 24 – November 5, 2013.

As usual, there is some flexibility. You can depart the US on Oct. 23 and/or depart Korea Nov. 6 if you would like extra time in Korea. This year, we’re going back to the older schedule which will allow a full Sunday at each Church!

More information is to come, but I wanted to get you the dates ASAP.

If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, as always, please let me know!

—
Together We Serve,
Dr. David E. Cranford

Pastor, First Baptist Church of Ponchatoula

Coordinator, Reach Missions Partnerships

325 E. Pine St.
Ponchatoula, LA 70454

(985) 386-3075 (office)

Another missions opportunity

Haitti Mission Trip

Date: Wednesday, March 20th through Wednesday March 27th

Cost: $1,600

Ministry Teams: Pastor’s conference, eye clinic, construction, children’s ministry and evening revival

We will be working in an area outside of Port Au Prince known as Canaan. This is a new development since the earthquake where many people moved. We are partnering with the CMBH (Confederated Missionary Baptists of Haiti) and several of their pastors who have planted new churches in this area.

Please contact me with any questions.

In Christ,
Kyle Sullivan
Pastor of Families with Young Children and Missions
Woodlawn Baptist Church
5805 Jones Creek Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Office: 225-753-1667

90 Day Bible Reading: Day 35

Nehemiah 1:1 – Nehemiah 13:14

Baptist Press (Wednesday)

BPNews.net

Luther “Peerod” Fairburn
(March 16, 1957 – February 5, 2013)

A resident of Tangipahoa, he died at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at his home in Tangipahoa. He was born March 16, 1957 in Bogalusa and was 55 years of age. He is survived by 2 step-daughters, Blanche Wade, Liberty, MS and Pat Rape, Liberty, MS; 2 sisters, Shirley Simmons and husband, Alan, Amite and Cathy McIntyre and husband, Dudley, Amite; brother, Jerry Fairburn, Tangipahoa; 8 step-grandchildren; 13 step-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Robert Crotwell and wife, Jennifer, Regina Basso and husband, Benny, Charles Lebo, Jr. and wife, Amy, Lacey Joiner and husband, Brandon, Jamie Simmons and Ashley Stilley and husband, James. Preceded in death by wife, Virginia Fairburn; parents, Luther and Louvernia Fairburn; brother-in-law, Richard Crotwell; nephew, Richard Crotwell, Jr.; sister, Alice Jo Picou. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., on Thursday and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 8, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Willie Westmoreland. Interment Lebo Cemetery, Chesbrough. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

May you recognize God’s blessings in your life today!

Anna Lee