Category: Praises, Requests, & Updates

Tuesday

For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

~Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)~

 

 

 

From Frances Gay –

Lisa Carrier, who lives in Amite, is in Houston for appointment at M.D. Anderson concerning a mass found in her ovary. She would be appreciative of prayers on her behalf and all concerned. Lisa works at North Oaks in the lab. She has been a friend of my family for many years. Please add her to the prayer list. Thank you

Lisa is one of my former students.  I have enjoyed seeing her and her siblings several times in recent years.  Let’s keep Lisa in our prayers.

 

 

 

Morria Reynolds, father of Deanna Reynolds, will have a leg amputated on 9/4/19.  Your prayers for him and his family will be greatly appreciated.

 

 

 

Caleb Estay is still waiting for a decision about the next medical step.  Pray for him and his family as well as the medical staff of Children’s Hospital.

 

 

 

Gaylon Cutrer continues to improve following his recent hospital stay.  He and his family would appreciate your prayers.

 

 

 

 

David’s blood level yesterday was 8.0, the highest it has been in two months.  We are thankful for his good report.

 

 

 

 

Florene Cureton Pate

December 11, 1928 – August 11, 2019

A resident of Fluker, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 11, 1928 in Brownsfield, TX and was 90 years of age. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She was a member of Walter T. Ott #217 Order of  Eastern Star and retired from the Louisiana State Tourism Center in Kentwood. Florene was a member of Tangipahoa Baptist Church where she was voted Mother of the Year. She is survived by  husband of 74 years, Robert Pate, Sr.; 4 children, Robbie Lynn Pate, Deborah Pate Ragan (Devon), Lisa Pate Ginn (Grant) and Robert Pate, Jr.; 7 grandchildren, Robert Bridges, Stephanie Novak (Tony), Heather Monoc (Marco), Jessica Westmoreland Stogner (Edward), Kristen Bonds (fiancé, Josh Barnhill), Brandon Kuyrkendall (Zandrea) and Curtis Ginn; 9 great- grandchildren, Madison Bridges, Hadley Doin, Loic Doin, Silas Novak, Arden Novak, Berend Kuyrkendall, Emma Monoc, Leona Kuyrkendall and Eleonor Rose Stogner; twin sister, Lorene Windham. Preceded in death by her 2 daughters, Sarita Pate and Rebecca Pate Bonds; parents, Robert and Rosa Cureton; 2 brothers, Robert and Gene; 3 sisters, Hazel, Doris and Joyce. Visitation at Tangipahoa Baptist Church from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM on Tuesday and from 8:00 AM until religious services at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Services conducted by Rev. Greg Stewart. Interment Tangipahoa Cemetery, Tangipahoa. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

I saw Mr. Robert Pate a week ago today as I was buying gas for David’s trip to Baton Rouge a week ago today.   We had a sweet visit. He asked us to pray for his wife.  Now, we need to pray for Mr. Robert and other family members.

 

 

 

Adrian Phillips

Arrangements for Adrian Phillips Tuesday 5-9 and Wednesday 8-10 at Pine Ridge Methodist Church in Kentwood, LA.

 

 

 

 

Build an OCC “Shoebox” online!’

 

 

 

Scripture Writing – August 13 – Isaiah 33:2

 

 

 

Keep the prayers coming.  Your prayers make a big difference in many lives.

Anna Lee

 

Monday

“Each one, as a good manager of God’s different gifts, must use for the good of others the special gift he has received from God.” 

~1 Peter 4:10 GNT~

 

 

 

Yesterday seemed to be a big day for staff recognition in one form or another.

  • The staff of FBC, K shared their thoughts on their time spent at FBC.
  • Bro. Danny Smith and family will be leaving SCBC to retire after serving there 28 years,
  • Bro. Bob Simpson and “Miss” Mary were honored for serving at Arcola for 40 years!

 

 

 

Caleb Estay had surgery to removed a nonfunctional shunt at Texas Children’s Hospital yesterday afternoon.  All seems to have gone well.  He will be watched and a decision will be made concerning putting in a new shunt.  He is from a large family.  His Kentwood family includes grandparents Mike and Catherine Estay and great grandparents Rufus and Margie Williams.  Keep Caleb and his family in your prayers today.

 

 

 

Our neighbor, Adrian Phillips, passed away yesterday afternoon due to a heart attack.  Please be in prayer for his many family members as they make funeral arrangements and plans for a future without Adrian.  He will be missed by many friends.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing today – August 12 – Habakkuk 3:17-18

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse.

https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/

  • Learn how to pack a “shoebox”.
  • Get a Follow your Box label when you pay your shipping online.
  • Find your nearest drop-off location.

 

 

 

Don’t forget the administrator, teachers, staff, and students in the first weeks of school.  Pray for a good year for everyone.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Saturday

For no one is cast off by the Lord forever.

Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love.

~Lamentations 3:31-32~

Another update on Kristi Alford:
Kristi Alford having her last treatment today . Please pray the side affects aren’t so awful . She had a rough time last night . But I am so thankful she was able to do her last treatment for this week today . Now she will have a 21 day rest period . Lord I ask u to infuse her with supernatural strength. Let this 21 day rest renew her strength like that of a eagle . Soaring to heights in her health that she could never imagine happening . U Lord can hold back the bad effects of these treatments. While healing her body completely. Using the hard thing to bring out the very best thing in her life . A Healed Well Body . What a great testimony this will be and has been . We Praise & Thank U Jesus . Psalm 103 1 Bless the Lord oh my soul & all that is within me bless his holy name 2: Bless the Lord oh my soul & forget not his benefits 3:Who forgives all of our iniquities. Who HEAlS all our diseases Kristi . 4: Who redeems your life Kristi from destruction, who crowns you Kristi with loving kindness & tender mercies . 5:Who satisfies your mouth with good things . So that Kristi your youth is renewed like the eagles . Praying His Word over you everyday.
Another update on Bryan Tate:

The travelers made it home. Not in time to Meet the Jackets though. They wanted to be back In support of Brody who’s a senior this year. A pharmacy mix up and Lake Charles traffic delayed them.

But Bryan got a good report. Total remission! He will still have to complete the 16 months of maintenance. Best News is he won’t have to travel to Houston for one day each month during the three months he’s home. He has been put back under Dr Saux’s care for the monthly infusions and can take them in Covington! Every 4th month he will be in Houston for a month to do the immune therapy.

Thank you for the prayers that have been sent in his name . Asking for Continued prayers as he continues on this journey. He will always be connected to MDA for follow ups. Just so fortunate to have received the best care from the doctors, nurses, staff and our special “angel” there.

God is faithful to his promises.

 

 

 

 

Debi M Wilkinson also made it home from MD Anderson.  She makes monthly trips to Houston.

 

 

 

It’s back to school time.  Some schools have already begun a new year.  Others will do so soon.  Please say a special prayer for the Tangipahoa Parish School System which will be working without much of the technology they have depended on.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing – August 10 – Lamentations 3: 31-32

 

 

 

The Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home will soon be collecting food for the annual Fall Food Round-Up and picking up at FBC, Kentwood on Monday, September 16th.  Some of the items they need the most are:

  • BBQ Sauce
  • Disinfectant Spray
  • Flavoring for Baking
  • Instant Potatoes
  • Velveta Cheese

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child 

A donation of $9.00 is critical for the project.  It provides for

  • Collection of the shoeboxes
  • Processing
  • Shipping to over 100 countries
  • Training in local churches
  • The “Ministry Partner Guide”
  • The “Greatest Gift Gospel” Booklets

Give online through “Follow Your Box” to receive a tracking label and discover the destination of your shoebox gift.

I often hear people say something about the cost of shipment.  My reply is that in years of shipping personal packages overseas, I can seldom send a shoebox-sized box for less than $50.00.  The $9.00 fee seems very reasonable to me.

 

 

 

This morning we will be making a count of what we have at this point.  Park near the patio area to help.  

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Friday

“Mary said: ‘My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.’” 

~Luke 1:46-47 NIV~

 

Coming soon!  The annual Fall Food Roundup for the LA Baptist Children’s Home is next month.  Items will be picked up on Monday, September 16th at FBC, K.  Some of the items they need the most are:

  • Bottled water
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Canned fruit
  • Instant oatmeal
  • Paper towels
  • Salad dressings
  • Sugar

 

 

Deborah Bales shared this request for prayer.

“I am asking for prayer tonight for Kristi Alford . She’s at MDA taking harsh treatment for ovarian cancer . She has been cancer free for 2-3 yrs & it’s back again . Tonight is a bad night for her . Today was her 3rd treatment many more to come . She has to stay well enough to continue taking the Chemo . At this point the cancer is in-operable . The Drs hope is the tumor will shrink enough they can go in remove it . But tonight she’s desperate for all the prayers she can get . We as Christians know when we seek after the Lord he hears & he will answer . Pray for Jeremy her husband Eli her baby boy who is 10 & Logan & Noah Bales our two grandchildren & Sue Schexnayder her Mother who is with Kristi .. Logan called her Mother earlier Kristi was to weak to talk to her . Plz pray for Kristi Alford tonight she’s needs our prayers.”

 

 

 

Dollie Frazier needs prayers for her eyes.

“I am at the Eye Doctor again. I came this morning and Dr. Rhodes checked my eyes out again. My right eye is swollen a little. My left eye has been giving lots of problems. It looks like a gray film over it and felt like something is in it. Dr Rhodes said it appears the retina in my left eye is torn. Therefore I am seeing another Eye Specialist here in Hammond this evening to have a second opinion. He is the specialist who does surgery on torn retina of eye.
Prayers please…I have seen the other Specialist this evening to find out I have had a stroke in my left eye. I will put drops in eye. Have blood test done tomorrow. Trying to make appointment for a Neurologist whereas I have had a stroke in the left eye. Earliest appointment is Sept. 19, 2019 in Baton Rouge.
Thanks for prayers”

 

 

 

Tessie Jane Strickland

August 6, 1954 – July 25, 2019

Tessie Jane Brabham Strickland was born on August 6, 1954 in Marrero,
Louisiana. Being born on her daddy’s birthday, she was his birthday present.
Tessie was a quiet child that always managed to win the hearts of those around
her.

She was a member of New Zion Baptist Church for most of her life. In fact,
she met the love of her life while attending a Sunday School party. She and
Tommy were married for almost 48 years. They raised their four sons in the New
Zion community of the sixth ward of St. Helena Parish. They have 11
grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Tessie loved to travel with her family, especially to the town of Silverton.
One of her favorite things to do was riding trails through the mountains.
She and Tommy were always the life of the party when they stepped on the
dance floor. They won several contests, including a grand prize for a dance off.
Tessie attended college at Southeastern Louisiana University and
graduated with a Bachelor of Arts at Baptist Christian College in Shreveport,
Louisiana (while raising her four sons).

or a total of 27 years Tessie demonstrated her love for teaching and made
a positive impact in lives of students at ASC, Mt. Hermon, Kentwood Elementary,
and Spring Creek Elementary.

As an active member of the St. Helena Sixth Ward fire department, Tessie
served as both the secretary of the board and a firefighter.

Her patriotism was evident since Tessie always flew an American flag in
their yard, often over a flower bed of red, white, and blue flowers.
By just looking at her beautiful yard, everyone knew that Tessie had
inherited her mother’s green thumb. As a life-time member of the Kentwood
Garden Club Tessie served as an officer many times. She proudly won Yard of the
Month and Yard of the Year several times.

Tessie is survived by husband, Tommy Strickland; sons, Joseph Strickland,
wife Paula; Timothy Strickland, wife Becky; Charlie Strickland, wife Jessica;
Trenton Strickland; brother, Jessie Reed; sisters, Ruth Blackmon, Theresa
Blackmon, and Thelma Schenk.

She went to her heavenly home to join her mother, Carmelita Barrios
Brabham; her father, Thomas Joseph Brabham; her brothers, Edgar Joseph Reed
and Timothy Brabham; and her brothers-in-law, Hugh Wayne Blackmon, Bobby
Strickland, Eddie Earl Strickland.

To know Tessie was to love her, and no amount of time would have ever
been enough to have had her with us. But we praise God for her life and her love
and we wait for the day when we will see her again. In the sweet bye and bye. . .
our spirits will sorrow no more.

Visitation will be Saturday evening at New Zion Baptist Church.  The funeral will be Sunday afternoon at 2 P.M.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing for August 9 – Proverbs 19:11

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – We will be at the church about 8:30 this morning to paint, sort, craft, etc.  Feel free to join us.  Saturday, about the same time, we will do our counting to see where we stand at this point.  Feel free to join us.

 

 

God has given us this day.  Are you thankful?  What part of this day will you give back to him?  What will you do?

Anna Lee

Thursday

If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.  

For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.

~Romans 10:9-10~

 

 

 

Rufus Willians had eye surgery yesterday.  Thankfully, they are better than the vehicle.

 

 

 

Linda Callihan told us yesterday, that she needs a procedure to remove a place on her back . She will be going to MDAnderson for that to happen Monday.

 

 

 

First Baptist Church, Greensburg is hosting a homecoming Sunday.  You are invited to attend and even join them for lunch.

 

 

 

Gerald and Bea Miller had an accident yesterday.  Thankfully, after being checked out, they learned they were okay and were able to go home.

 

 

 

Kurt Raynard Dillon

Kurt Raynard Dillon

December 09, 1975 – August 06, 2019

Kurt Raynard Dillon, 43, of Summit, MS, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 6, 2019, at 2:00 PM at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA, from complications following a motorcycle accident on July 22, 2019.

He was born on December 9, 1975, in McComb, MS, to Keith and Patsy Dillon. Kurt was a Christian and a member of Johnston Chapel United Methodist Church where he attended regularly. He worked for many years as a painter, enjoyed riding his motorcycle, visiting with family and friends, talking with any and every one that would listen, and playing with his dog Sam. He was a loving son, brother, nephew and friend.

Preceding him in death were his grandparents, Ora Dillon, James Dillon, Ellis Pittman, Minnie B. Pittman and one uncle, Roy Dillon.

Survivors are his parents, Keith and Patsy (Pittman) Dillon of Brandon, MS; one brother, Micah (Pam) Dillon of Summit, MS; one nephew, Evan (Rachel) Dillon of Gonzales, LA; one aunt, Jackie (Allen) Jones of Albany, LA; three uncles, James (Martha) Dillon of Summit, MS; David (Joann) Dillon of Jayess, MS; Johnny (Helen) Pittman of Kentwood, LA; and several cousins and other family and friends.

Visitation will be on Friday, August 9, 2019, at Sharkey Funeral Home in Summit, MS, from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. There will be a graveside service on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Easleyville, LA at 10:00 AM.  Bro. Matthew Pharis will be officiating the services with Catchings-Sharkey Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Honorary pallbearers are James Lee Berch, David Dillon, Evan Dillon, James Dillon, Micah Dillon, Michael Wayne Ingle, and Johnny Pittman.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to New Zion Cemetery Association, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or charity of your choice.

 

 

 

There will be a Kid’s Summit for school age children and youth at Robert, LA to teach the boys and girls about Operation Christmas Child.  This will begin at 2 P.M.  Check your calendar and see if you are available to attend.  Let me know.

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – How Does it Work?

Begin with a medium-sized cardboard or plastic shoebox.

  • Order the sturdy, preprinted boxes at samaritanspurse.org/occ-store or use one from your own closet.
  • Choose to pack for a boy or a girl
  • Decide the age category 2-4, 5-9, 10-14

Select a quality WOW item such as a doll, a soccer ball with a pump, or stuffed animal.  Fill with other fun toys, hygiene items, and school supplies.  For more ideas, visit Samaritanspurse.org/occ-gift-suggestions.

Personalize your shoebox gift with unique items, a photo of yourself or your group, and a personal note to the recipient.

DO NOT include candy, toothpaste, used or damaged items, war-related toys, breakables, food, or liquids.

 

 

 

Scripture Reading/Writing – August 8 –  Romans 10:9-10

 

 

Thank-you for reading, praying, and considering my thoughts.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

 All your words are true;

all your righteous laws are eternal.

~Psalm 119:160 (NIV)~

 

 

Please continue to pray for Chris Holland as he works to maintain his vision.

 

 

 

Pray for the family of Vivian Newton, a popular teacher and tutor. She has struggled with health issues for many years.  She passed away suddenly last night.

 

 

 

Another of my teacher friends, Gaye Guzzardo, lost her 95 year old mother Sunday.

Doris D. Lenoir

Doris D. Lenoir

April 08, 1924 – August 04, 2019

Doris Dykes Lenoir, 95, of Magnolia, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 4, 2019.  Mrs. Lenoir was born April 8, 1924, in Pike County to Henry Pearl Dykes and Hettie Bullock Dykes.  She was a dairy farmer until the death of her husband, Ralph Lenoir, in 1967.  At that time she returned to school to complete her G.E.D., nursing assistant certification, and Licensed Practical Nursing degree.  She worked as a nurse, lovingly caring for others until the age of 70.  She loved spending time with family and friends, cooking, and gardening fruits, vegetables, and flowers and was known in the community as “The Tomato Lady.”   Following many years of farm life, her love of animals continued and she received great joy in feeding the birds, humming birds, and any stray dog or cat that wandered up to her doorstep.  Mrs. Lenoir was a devoted member of Unity Baptist Church in Magnolia.  She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Mrs. Lenoir was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph Lenoir; son, Ralph D. Lenoir; brothers, H.P. Dykes and Glen Dykes; and sister, Elsie Love.

Surviving her are her daughters, Patricia Louie (Dexter) of Moraga, CA; Dianne Horton (Johnny) of Magnolia; and Gaye Guzzardo of Independence, LA.; sister Velma Forman; grandchildren Jaime, Randy, Jennifer, Elise, Katherine, J.J., Barbara, Rex, Elissa, and Ryan; 12 great-grandchildren and numerous great-great grandchildren; Special Caretakers Cutretta Hughes, Kimberly Jackson, Angela Jackson, and Makayla Jackson; very special friend Clayton Lampton; and “Prissy,” the dog she rescued.

Visitation will be Thursday, August 8, 2019 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and continuing Friday morning from 10:00 AM until services at 1:00 PM at Sharkey Funeral Home in Summit. Bro Mike Morris will officiate. Burial to follow in Magnolia Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Unity Baptist Church, PALS, or a charity of your choice in her memory.

Share condolences at sharkeyfuneralhome.com

 

 

 

Daniel LeWayne Cutrer

April 14, 1989 – August 01, 2019

Daniel LeWayne Cutrer, a resident of Amite, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. He was born April 14, 1989 in Independence and was 30 years of age. He was a workaholic and would get upset when he had to be off work even for holidays. He enjoyed being a clown and making people laugh. Growing up he was very close to Josh and Shelby. He was extremely close to his nieces, nephews and the family pet Gee Gee and more. He is survived by father and mother, Leon and Linda Cutrer. He was the youngest of 11 children which included 8 sisters, Patsy Grace and husband, Donald, Debra Cutrer, Carol Smith and husband, Keith, Shirley Frith and husband, Bubba, Hilda Warren, Linda Varnado, Darlene Leon and husband, Andrew, and “Jo” Magee; 2 brothers, Leroy Cutrer and Jimmy Wayne Cutrer. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Jessie and Ernestine Cutrer and Charles and Willie Mae Graves. Pallbearers will be Leroy Cutrer, Jimmy Wayne Cutrer, Will Jennings, Sammy Magee, II, Bobby Allen and Shane McNeese. Daniel’s legacy will live on with the “multiple gifts” he donated through the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00 AM until religious services at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 6, 2019. Services conducted by Bro. Marshal Wallace. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing – August 6 – Mark 11:25

 

 

 

Monday

“Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge.” 

~Psalm 62:8 NLT~

 

 

Update on Adam Carter:

Adam had to have surgery on his hand again Thursday. So we have been in Covington at St Tammany Parish Hospital. Saturday the Dr said it looked better. There was still some infection in it but just a little. He said if it stilled good today he would tell us when we could go home. It will be today or tomorrow. Poor Adam is ready to come home now.

 

 

Request from Jan Yarborough:

Tomorrow I’ll be having left shoulder replacement at the Baton Rouge Orthopedic Surgical Center on Blue Bonnet. If all goes well I’ll be home Tuesday. Asking for prayers. Thanks, Jan!

 

 

 

Scripture Writing – August 5 – Ephesians 1:7

 

 

 

If you would like to help with OCC, I have two suggestions:

  1. Sign up to purchase some needed items during August.  The lists of needed items is posted on the back door of the church near the patio and on the table just inside the front door of the church.  Items can be left in the church office or in the classroom next to the choir room.  Thanks!
  2. If you are available to help, do as Wanda Smith did yesterday.  Ask me when a good time to work will be.  I know I will need a couple of people to make some counts, possible on Saturday.  We are painting a surprise in each shoebox, so you you have the talent to hold a paintbrush and we have the boxes and the ideas.  It is peaceful work, but leaves you with great satisfaction.  We will work several days, so just ask to see when your schedule fits in with our schedule.  I love when people volunteer.

 

 

 

 

When people get trained to be Southern Baptist Disaster Relief Volunteers, they can never imagine where, when, and how God plans to use them.  The recent shootings in our country have caused our volunteer chaplains to be available for counseling with families, workers, first responders, and others as people have so much sorrow to cope with.  God can use the volunteers in many ways, all without cost.  Go, volunteers!

 

 

 

Have a great week.  Make it a week that counts for something positive.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday

Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.”

And the woman was healed at that moment.

~Matthew 9:22~

 

 

 

Mr. Gaylon Cutrer got home from the hospital Thursday night.  He is better, but still week from him time in the hospital.  Pray he regains his strength soon.

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child Update 

  • The McKenzie four helped us for a couple hours yesterday.
  • I found the felt and foam I needed.  It wasn’t where I purchased it before, but I found it and bought all they had.  Good crafting ahead – pencil pouches and some toys!
  • We will be working at 9:00 this morning.
  • If you would like to help next week, please get with me on when we can schedule the time.
  • Sunday, you will  find two signs with a list of needs at FBC, K.  You can sign up for items to purchase in August.
  • We have made some good progress in the last month.  We got a later than usual start, but will be in good shape for our big Christmas Packing Party at the end of October.

 

 

 

 

Scripture Writing Challenge – August 3 –  Genesis 4:7   (Read, write, & pray.)

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

 

Make the most of this day!  

Anna Lee

 

 

Friday

“Rejoice with those who rejoice,

weep with those who weep.”

~Romans 12:15 ESV~

 

 

 

Beth Brabham is doing well following her gall bladder procedure.  Pray she continues to do well.

 

 

 

Mrs. Betty Catherine Hatcher is in room 5404 (if I remember correctly) at North Oaks.  When she is ready to leave there, she will be going to Bell Maison in Hammond to continue improving.

 

 

 

Henry, Virginia, Erica, and Emily McKenzie spent yesterday afternoon helping with OCC.  We are thankful for others who realize the impact “shoeboxes” make on families around the world.  Barbara Hutchinson can to get some totes and one more shoebox.  every box packed will find its future home in the coming months.  I recently purchased some felt rectangles and some colorful foam, but I don’t remember where it was.  If you see some as you shop, please purchase some and/or tell me where to look.  Thanks.  The felt makes into the cutest pencil pouches and the foam makes wonderful toys.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing  – August 2 – Luke 18:42-43

 

 

 

August tends to have some sales on school supplies.  It’s a good time to make purchases for OCC.  It’s is a perfect time to buy composition books, pencils, pens, big erasers, calculators, pencil sharpeners, etc.  Look around and listen as God “tells” you what He wants you to ship this year.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday

He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.”

~1 Peter 2:24~

 

 

 

Adam Carter

Update on Adam. Infection has already started setting in. He goes back to the hand specialist tomorrow in Covington. We will know more tomorrow.

 

 

 

Mrs. Robert Pate

I talked with Mr. Pate yesterday while we were both pumping gas.   He said his wife has been very ill and asked for prayers for her.  She is 90.  He is 91.

 

 

 

Scripture Writing Plan – August 1 – This month we are also asked to write a prayer after we reflect on the Scripture we have written.

August 1 – I Peter 2:24

If you would like a written list of August Scriptures, ask at the office of FBC, Kentwood.  Copies are available in the sanctuary.

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – I believe in supporting this ministry because if impacts so many lives.  Those of us who were not called to be career missionaries can impact many lives for Jesus through this ministry.  One thing to remember is to “shop early and shop often”.  That is my philosophy for packing lots of shoeboxes for boys and girls.  I encourage you to watch the video I posted on Facebook yesterday and to look up Operation Christmas Child on Google.  “Read all about it!”  I think you will be encouraged to participate too.

David and I had a call from a friend who lives in a nearby town and who is involved in a local Baptist church.  She is helping with OCC there.  I was thrilled to hear her talk about the plans at her church and to learn of her excitement to spread “Jesus” one child at a time.  I hope you have the same excitement.

Anna Lee