Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Tuesday

“If you insist on saving your life, you will lose it.

Only those who throw away their lives for my sake and for the sake of the Good News will ever know what it means to really live.” 

~Mark 8:35 TLB~

 

 

 

Today, I want to start by saying we got a great rain yesterday.  I know God’s timing is always right, so I am thankful it was our turn to get some rain.

 

 

 

Josiah Huckaby

Josiah is definitely feeling better today. He’s been awake way more today than yesterday. He is still requiring quite a bit of oxygen but I feel like he’s kind of stabled out with that for now. The PICU dr today feels most of his symptoms are viral vs infection. He did test positive for rhinovirus, which is very common. Most kids don’t even know they have it but for kids like Josiah, it can cause some major issues. They have also narrowed down which bacteria is growing in his trach so we know exactly what he needs to be treated with. The current plan is to discharge when he gets back to his normal 0.5 L of oxygen. We have no clue when that will be. I figure at least another day or so because he’s currently on 3 L with his sats are hanging out at the lower end of his allowed range.

And if you were curious about what he’s up to, here’s a pic…he’s just hanging out with his feet propped up, watching Disney Jr while playing with his toy. 😎

 

 

 

Scripture Writing for 10-15-19 – Luke 9: 23-27

 

 

 

Two Time Changes

  • On Nov. 3rd, we change our clocks back one hour.  Do something special for one hour that day with the extra hour.
  • The Operation Christmas Child Packing Party at FBC, Kentwood will begin at 1 P.M., rather than 6 P.M.  We will be able to pack the shoeboxes and finish at a more reasonable time.

 

 

 

“Shoeboxes” – If you want to pack a shoebox(es) as a family project, please let me know.  (You can message me here, see me at church, or give me a call at home.) I can provide you with a red and green official box(es).  You still have a month to pack them, so it is not too late.  FBC, Kentwood packs their boxes early so we can prepare to be a drop-off site in November.

 

 

 

Postage for Shoeboxes – It costs $9.00 to ship each box.  As of the end of last week, we had collected about 70% of the amount we need to ship the FBC boxes.  You can give in the church office any day or put your donation in the offering plate Sunday morning if you choose to do so.  Thanks to those who have helped with postage.  You are greatly appreciated!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

“What happiness for those whose guilt has been forgiven!

What joys when sins are covered over!

What relief for those who have confessed their sins and God has cleared their record.”

 ~Psalm 32:1-2 TLB~

 

 

 

Today, I want to thank God for another good medical report from Frances Gay.  She has been faithful and so has He!

 

 

 

Two mothers ask for prayers for their children.

  • K.K. Huckaby – Josiah was admitted to Le Bonheur last night. He started having increased secretions yesterday morning & they quickly started looking funky around lunch. They didn’t improve into the afternoon & he had a low grade fever earlier in the day. He also started requiring more oxygen so we decided to play it safe & head to Le Bonheur. Long story short…God put the right people in the right places for us & we were taken straight back in the ER. They ran a bunch of test & he was negative for flu/rsv but he does have tracheitis. We are still waiting for the final reports to see which bacteria has caused this infection but they started him on IV antibiotics & will adjust them as we learn more. They are concerned about his pulmonary hypertension & pulmonary vein stenosis because he is requiring more oxygen so we will be seeing Cardiology tomorrow to see what their thoughts are. We are praying he can get some good rest tonight & that his coughing goes away. We are also praying that they figure out specifics quickly so he can get a more targeted therapy instead of a broad therapy and that this infection hasn’t or doesn’t cause his pulmonary hypertension to increase. We greatly appreciate your prayers! To God be the glory!!!
  • Dana Hendry – Thank you all. We had bloodwork, some tests and a ct scan. Negative on mono and strep. But ct showed many swollen lymph nodes. She will be on steroids and antibiotics the next week to see if that knocks it out. We will follow up with the doctor and ent next week.                                                                                          Please keep chanie in your prayers please thank you so much!!!! 🙏🙏🙏

 

 

 

 

Scripture Writing for Oct. 14 – Hebrews 12: 1-3

 

 

 

Louisiana Baptist Message – https://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net

 

 

 

This is a great week to share the Good News!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Sunday

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

~Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Scripture Writing for October 13 – Revelations 21: 3-8

 

 

 

Please pray for my classmate, Barbara Daniel Yerby, who lives in Amite.  Barbara has double pneumonia.

 

 

 

Tomorrow night the Two Rivers Associational Annual Meeting will be held at Roseland.  It is always interesting and you get to see your friends from other area churches.  The meeting begins at 6 P.M.

 

 

 

Thanks to those who supported shoeboxes by providing postage.  Postage is $9.00 per shoebox.  If you didn’t contribute to the items inside the box, maybe you would like to provide the shipping of some boxes.  Remember, each shoebox touches seven lives!

 

 

 

Our  “shoebox” packing party will be Saturday, October 26 at 6 P.M. in the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood.  You are encouraged to wear Christmas colors and to bring a Christmas snack to share with the other packers.  This is an awesome experience for all who participate.  I cannot tell you, but if you participate your heart will be touched.

 

 

 

Thanks for reading and praying today.  You make a difference in many lives.

Anna Lee

Friday

“God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.” 

~Philippians 2:13 NLT~

 

 

 

Betty Taylor’s sister, Glenda Phelps, will have heart surgery early morning, possibly at 7:00.  Keep Glenda and her family in your prayers.

 

 

 

Fieldon John Fulda

April 30, 1931 – October 08, 2019

Fieldon John Fulda, a resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at Terrebonne General Medical Center in Houma, LA. He was born April 30, 1931 in Camden, AR and was 88 years of age. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and teacher.

He was a music educator for over five decades, including Southeastern Christian College and Burgin High School in Kentucky; and at Amite High School, where he taught band and choir for 28 years. He loved his band and choir “kids” through whom his legacy continues. He is also a retired Church of Christ minister serving in Indiana, Kentucky and Louisiana. He received his Bachelor of Music Degree from LSU and Master’s Degree from SLU. He was proud to be a member of the Golden Band from Tigerland and was a lifelong LSU sports fan, beginning as a Boy Scout assisting spectators. His voice will be missed during the national anthem and alma mater at LSU home football games. He was  a featured soloist in numerous oratorios and other religious works throughout the U.S. and performed in and directed local theater productions. For many summers he was the director at Antioch Music Camp in Kentucky.

He was an alumnus of Amite High School, where he was a member of the Key Club and was elected Tri-State Governor. He was a co-founder of the Tangi Dog Training Club and a member of the Amite Arts Council. He loved reading, fishing, and was an avid beekeeper.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Clytae Wright Fulda;  three daughters, Jana Fulda Russell and Greg, Lisa Caryn Fulda and David Lam, and  Beth Fulda van Mullem and Robbie; grandchildren Johanna Garland-Fulda Russell,  Lauren Ansley van Mullem and Julia Catherine van Mullem; brother George Earle Fulda, Sr., step-grandchildren Sarah and Jerod King, Megan and Mark McCarver, Justin and Lydia Russell, and Benjamin and Katy Russell; and nieces and nephews Chuck, Cindy, George and Nina. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles Julius Fulda, Jr. and Georgie Virine Stafford Fulda; brother, Charles Julius “Pete” Fulda, III. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Sunday and from 9:00AM until Religious Services at Amite Church of Christ at 11:00AM on Monday, October 14, 2019.  Services conducted by Bro. Don McGee and Rev. Josh Milliron. Interment Mulberry Street Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

The October Quarterly Two Rivers WMU meeting will be held at FBC, Kentwood on Monday, October 21.  Please plan to attend.

 

 

 

The Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Packing Party will be Saturday, October 26th at 6 P.M.  I hope you plan to attend.  You are asked to wear Christmas colors and to bring a Christmas snack.  Let’s get those boxes packed and sent out to children so they and their families can hear about Jesus.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing for October 11 – I John 2: 7-11

 

 

 

Mission Giving Opportunities

  • Georgia Barnette (Louisiana)
  • Postage for shoeboxes ($9.00/Shoebox)

 

 

Enjoy weather that is a little cooler and the possibility of some rain.  It’s been a long time since we had a good rain!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Thursday

Listen to advice and accept discipline,

and at the end you will be counted among the wise.

 

Many are the plans in a person’s heart,

but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.

~Proverbs 19:20-21 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Please pray for Betty Taylor’s sister, Glenda Z. Phelps.  She was rushed to the doctor today because of a heart issue.  She will be having surgery soon, but the family does not yet know when.

 

 

 

Smiley Conerly still has questions, but no answers.  David an I can relate to this.  Many of you can too.  Pray for Smiley and Carol Jean as they continue tests and waiting.

 

 

 

Pray for the unrest in our world today.  Pray for the president and other leaders too.

 

 

 

The obituary for John Fulda is not available yet.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing for October 10 – I John 2: 1-6

 

 

 

Thank God for the little things people do for us that have a big impact on our lives.  Last night, someone shared some freshly killed game.  That’s what I’m cooking today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

“For to me, to live is Christ

and to die is gain.” 

~Philippians 1:21 NIV~

 

 

 

David had lab work, saw a NP, and got his weekly injection of Procrit yesterday.  The good news is that his blood level held at 8.6, which is good for him.  As always, we are so thankful for your prayers.  Please feel free to continue to pray for us.

 

 

Jonathan Edward Serigne

Jonathan Edward Serigne, AKA Batman, took final flight October 4, 2019. As a Holy Cross alumnus of 2001, he made it just in time to get the best seats for the hundredth game against Jesuit. Jonathan always lived life to the fullest and encouraged others to do the same. His infectious smile, confident personality, and caring demeanor attracted friendships everywhere he went. Even in his final days, he kept a smile on his face. Along with Holy Cross, he loved his LSU tigers, Nicholls Colonels, fraternity TKE and Saints. He leaves behind a wife, Randi Rousseau Serigne, two children, Jacques and Stella Serigne, his father and mother, Jack and Bonnie Serigne, brother and sister, Jack Serigne III and Stephanie Kostopoulos, and dozens upon dozens of grieving and loving family and friends. Losing him has left a void in all of us and is apparent by the number of people who’ve prayed and reached out to him. Just like Batman, he has one super power, he never gave up! He fought to stay with those who loved him till the very end. We all hope to see him again, as Jonathan would say, “same bat time, same bat channel.” Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 2:00 PM. Interment will be private. To celebrate and honor the life of Jonathan, the family requests guests wear their favorite Batman inspired attire.

(Jonathan is the son-in-law of our friend, Darryl Rousseau of Ponchatoula.)

 

 

 

Scripture Writing for October 8 – Jeremiah 33: 2-3

 

 

 

Today, I would like to share this inspirational thought shared by Pastor Rick Warren.  I hope you will take time to read this.

“Happiness Habit: Give Your Life Away”

https://pastorrick.com/happiness-habit-give-your-life-away/?roi=echo7-36164328694-54695940-5f611e740859c52b84bbf39fabc76d44

 

 

 

Cooperative Program article from Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/53709/cooperative-program-sealed-for-missions

 

 

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

 

 

Louisiana Baptist Message – https://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

Reading articles and sites like these give information and enlighten our minds.  Spend some time each day reading good articles.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

Sleep didn’t come my way, so I am up tonight writing this for Monday.  If you are awake too, please pray I will be able to sleep some soon.

 

 

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.

Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.

If you do this, you will experience God’s peace.” 

                                                           ~Philippians 4:6-7 NLT~

 

 

I want to mention three people to you tonight.

  • Smiley Conerly will be seeing a pulmonologist tomorrow.
  • Bryan Tate is in MD Anderson in Houston.
  • Ruby Dillon had a good day Sunday, the best day since she has been home from  the hospital.

 

 

Scripture Writing for October 7 – Jeremiah 33: 2-3

 

 

Mission Opportunities

  • Annual Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana
  • Collecting money for postage for shoeboxes – $9.00 per box
  • Packing party for Operation Christmas Child on October 26 at 6 P.M.
  • Two Rivers Associational WMU will meet at FBC, Kentwood this month

 

 

Thanks for praying about my sometimes crazy sleep patterns.  I usually don’t sleep during the day so wasted sleep time at night usually means I just lose the sleep.  

Anna Lee

Saturday

Seek the LORD while he may be found;

call on him while he is near.

~Isaiah 55:6 (NIV)~

 

 

 

I’m writing this shortly before mid-night, but calling it “Saturday”.

 

 

 

About 6 P.M., we received a rain for a few minutes.  David asked me it I wanted to go out and watch it rain.  I told him it wouldn’t rain long enough for that.  He started out.  At that moment, the rain stopped.  I’m hope we get rain over the weekend that lasts longer, but I am thankful for the rain we received.

 

 

 

Two death notices:

  • Robert Stephen Ellis, III
    November 15, 1948 – October 03, 2019

    A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at his home. He was born November 15, 1948 in Amite and was 70 years of age. He was a graduate of Tulane University. As an avid sportsman, he had a deep love of fishing and hunting with his dogs. In his early years, he was a fiddle player in Just Pickin’ Bluegrass Band. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Nancy Robinson Ellis; sons, Bolivar Kemp Ellis of Amite, Jesse Clinton Ellis and and wife, Sumerset Bivens Ellis of Salt Lake City, UT; 2 grandchildren, Emery June Ellis and Ansel Cotton Ellis; sisters, Martina Ellis of Amite and Eleanor Dameron of Takoma Park, MD; numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and a wide circle of many friends. Preceded in death by parents, Judge Robert S. Ellis, Jr. and Eleanor “Peeps” Kemp Ellis. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.  (Robert was my classmate from the 7th grade through graduation.)

  • Jonathan Serigne, the man we have been praying for for about a week, passed away tonight (Friday).  I have prayed for peace and comfort for this family.  Please pray now and at 8:30 each night for a while.  I’ll post the obituary when one becomes available.

 

 

We will meet at 8 A.M. in the fellowship hall to finish up the shoeboxes we need this year.  Thank-you to those who have been coming and to those who will show up in the morning to paint some more.

The packing party will be Saturday, October 26th at 6:00 P.M. in the fellowship hall.  Wear your Christmas colors and bring a Christmas snack.  Packing the shoeboxes is fun!

 

 

 

Scripture Writing – October 5 – I Timothy 5: 14-16 . If you would like your own copy of the Scriptures we will be reading this month, they are available in the sanctuary of FBC, Kentwood.  Take one to share, too.

 

 

 

It’s still Friday, but I’m posting anyway!

Anna Lee

Friday

Do not boast about tomorrow,

for you do not know what a day may bring.

~Proverbs 27:1 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Scripture Writing – October 4 – I Timothy 6: 11-13

 

 

 

I have no idea how many students took their Bibles to school yesterday, but for each one who did, I am thankful.  I’m even more thankful for the students who attend church each week and read their Bible.  It’s important that each one makes a choice to follow Jesus.

 

 

 

We have almost painted enough shoeboxes.  Tomorrow, we will be working from 8:00-11:00 A.M. to finish up.  Our packing party is three weeks from tomorrow.  Let me know if you will be available to help finish the preparations.  Mark you calendar for the last Saturday of the month so you won’t miss the packing party!  We always have a great time as we put all the items in the boxes and prepare for shipping.

 

 

 

Thanks for your many prayers.  Please continue to pray for Jonathan and his family each night at 8:30.  Thanks!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bring Your Bible to School Day

 And this is love:

that we walk in obedience to his commands.

As you have heard from the beginning,

his command is that you walk in love.

~2 John 1:6~

 

 

 

Today, our students are encouraged to “Bring Your Bible to School”.

 

 

 

Jan Hammons sent me an update on Jonathan Sarigne.  He is a little better, but needs to improve some more to get chemo.  The family asks you to continue to pray for him at 8:30 each night.  He is 36.

 

 

 

Smiley Conerly’s cardiologist said Smiley’s problem is not his heart, so they are continuing to search for answers.  Pray for Smiley and his family as they deal with the uncertainly of now knowing what problem is the root of his illness.

 

 

 

My childhood neighbor and life-long friend, Mrs. Juanita Pritchett, passed away.  She had three boys and lived next to us, a family with three girls.  She has been hospitalized a number of times in Greensburg where we were able to see her.  I visited her last year at her home and bought some Roseland cookbooks.  Recently, David and I saw her in Walmart.  She said her boys were good to her, but just didn’t buy the groceries she wanted, so she drove herself to the store and was shopping for what she wanted to cook.  She had some real tragedies in her life, but never let them get the best of her.  I’m glad I knew her!  One more thing, she was exactly a year older than my mother.

Juanita Singleton Pritchett

March 26, 1928 – October 02, 2019

A resident of Roseland, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 2, 2019 at her home. She was born March 26, 1928 in Roseland, LA and was 91 years of age. She was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star and WMU. She loved gardening, cooking and spending time with her family. She is survived by 2 sons, Chester Pritchett and fiancé, Linda Cutrer, Roseland, and John Pritchett, Jr. and wife, Virgie, Roseland ; grandchildren, Clay Pritchett and wife, Elizabeth, Houston, TX, Roddi Lynn Blackmon and husband, Jason, Jersey Village, TX, Rhonda Hoolahan and husband, Donald, Hammond, Amy Ballard and husband, Jimmy, Roseland, Shane Hendry, Roseland, Clint Hendry and wife, Beckie, Roseland; great-grandchildren, Julian and Alaina Pritchett, Keeli Blackmon, Baylor Blanchard, Emilee Edwards, Hallie Hendry, Logan Ballard and Seth Hendry; 1 sister, Almeda Miller, Arcola. Preceded in death by her first husband, Dixie Clay Pritchett; her second husband, John Henry Pritchett, Sr.; son, Rodney Earl Pritchett and wife, Judy; parents, Harvey Felix Singleton and Alma Thompson Singleton; 6 brothers, Theodore, Henson, William, Hayden, Dudley and Samuel; 2 sisters, Augusta, Susie, and Clarice Singleton. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Roseland from 10:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Saturday, October 5, 2019. Services conducted by Rev. Rick Elder. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Roseland, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing – October 3 – I Timothy 6: 6-10

 

 

 

Today, at 1 P.M., we will again meet in the fellowship hall of FBC, K. to paint “shoeboxes” for Operation Christmas Child.  You are welcome to join us there.  Come, join the fun.  We will soon have all our boxes painted and can plan for the packing party later this month.  Artistic talent is not required.  Just willingness and a spirit of fun.

 

 

 

Thank-you for praying each day.

Anna Lee