May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

~Romans 15:13~

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 12: 2-6

World Day of Prayer – Kedron Baptist Church – 10 A.M. today followed by a covered dish meal. All ladies are encouraged to attend.

You have about three more weeks to pack “shoe boxes” and get them turned in this year. I hope you have packed some this year. If you need more information about turning them in, please ask me.

Thankfulness – Day 4 – Today, I an thankful for friends whether they are church family, neighbors, classmates, former co-workers, former students, etc. We are able to support and encourage each other.

Anna Lee

Sunday

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.

I do not give to you as the world gives.

Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

~John 14:27~

First, change your clocks if you have not already done so. You get an extra hour this morning. Do something special in that hour.

Dollie Frazier continues to have eye issues. We need to continue to pray for her.

Hi friends and family. Update: still seeing doctors. I saw Dr. liner and he is doing biopsy of arteries in my temples next Thursday to see if infections are there. After that I will have Sleep test done.
I wait on The Lord and be patient. God is so good and I will always Praise His Holy Name.
Still using magnifying glass in case of misspell.gGodBless all of you and thanks for prayers.

Penny Easley Strong

June 10, 1954 – November 01, 2019

Penny Easley Strong, a resident of Amite, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 10, 1954 in Independence and was 65 years of age. She was a Pharmacy Tech for Thrift Town Pharmacy in Amite for 30 years. She is survived by her husband, Michael Wayne Strong; son, Curt Strong and wife, Rhiannon, daughter, Cristal Strong; grandchildren, Courtney Tassin, Allie Vicari, William Strong and Gabe Strong; brother, Van Easley; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Luther Easley and Verlie Mixon Easley Davidson; step-father, S. T. Davidson; sister, Lanagene Easley Nicolosi; sister-in-law, Melissa Reed Easley. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Services conducted by Rev. Mike Foster. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Thankfulness; Day 3 – Today, I am thankful to be an American. God richly blessed me by allowing me to be born in this country. I recognize that and thank Him for it.

Scripture Writing – November 3 – 2 Corinthians 4: 15-18

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Whoever can be trusted with a little can also be trusted with a lot . . .

If you cannot be trusted with things that belong to someone else, who will give you things of your own?”

~Luke 16:10, 12 NCV~

Monday, the Two Rivers WMU will meet at Kedron Baptist Church at 10:00 for the World Day of Prayer led by the ladies of Kedron. A covered dish meal will follow the meeting.

Jimmy “Rusty” Williams, Jr.

May 20, 1977 – October 30, 2019

Jimmy “Rusty” Williams, Jr., a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at his home in Kentwood, LA. He was born May 20, 1977 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 42 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Tessa Williams; father and mother, Jimmy Williams, Sr. and Linda B. Williams; brother, Justin “Rufus” Ryan Williams and wife, Dondi; special aunt and uncle, Carla Birch and Shelton Day; special uncle, Chad Redmond; nieces and nephews, Elaina Williams, Brody Williams, Taylor, Colby and Lauryn Ridgedell; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Curtis and Linda White; brother-in-law, Ben Avidas and wife Janna; 2 sister-in-laws, Steph Ewald and husband, Rodean and Donna Stout and husband; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; special pets Razor, Izzy and Blue. Preceded in death by his brother, Jonathan “Red Dog” R. Williams; maternal grandparents, Herbert and Dorothy Birch; paternal grandparents, Jewel and Elaine Williams and Howard Williams; son, Hugh Michael Jones. Visitation at Spring Creek Baptist Church from 7:00PM until 9:00PM on Sunday, November 3, 2019, and from 8:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Monday, November 4, 2019. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. Interment Spring Creek Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Scripture Writing – November 2 – I Corinthians 1: 4-9

Thankfulness – November 2 – I am thankful for my heritage of common, hard-working people. I’m thankful for the many good values that were were passed down.

Spend some time thanking God today.

Anna Lee

Friday

“People ought to enjoy every day of their lives,

no matter how long they live.”

~Ecclesiastes 11:8 NCV~

Vernon E Crotwell

JULY 11, 1948 ~ OCTOBER 30, 2019 (AGE 71)

Mr. Vernon Crotwell, age 71, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019. Visitation will be held Friday, November 1, 2019 from 5:00pm until 8:00pm and Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 12:00pm until 1:45pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Services, in Morton, MS with services following at 2:00pm in Ott and Lee Services Chapel. Officiating will be Reverend Earl Clark and Reverend Gary Wyatt. Burial will follow at Independence Methodist Cemetery, in Morton, MS.

Vernon was born July 11, 1948 in Morton, MS. He graduated from Morton High School in 1966. He then attended East Central Community College and received a bachelor’s degree in 1972 from Delta State College. Vernon was a kicker for the Morton Panthers and went on to kick for the East Central Warriors. One of his most memorable football moments was kicking the winning extra point for the Panthers against the Bearcats his senior season.

Vernon was preceded in death by his parents, Bobbye R. and Frank Duncan and stepson, Derek Hudson. Vernon is survived by his wife, Linda Crotwell of Morton, MS; his sons, Stan Crotwell of Forest, MS and Steven (Christy) Crotwell of Morton, MS; stepdaughter, Gera (Vince) Bynum of Morton, MS; sister, Becky (Cooper) Beard of Morton, MS; grandsons, Nicholas Crotwell and Hudson Bynum; granddaughters, Madison, Ema, Julia, Kimberly, and Katie Crotwell, Macy and Alley Hudson, and Adrian Hall; nieces, Jessica Burkes and Jerami Earls; nephew, Duncan Beard.

After graduating college, Vernon returned to Morton to assist coaching the Panthers before moving to Amite, LA, where he coached the Jackets of Oak Forest Academy. In 1976, he became an insurance agent for Farm Bureau until his retirement in 2013. Throughout his successful insurance career, he amassed numerous awards and honors.

Vernon was a strong supporter of education and athletics. He served many years as president of the Morton Panther Booster Club. He also served 29 years on the Board of Trustees for East Central Community College.

Vernon had a great love of the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and hunting the woods of Caney Creek and Vicksburg with his uncles, cousins, and his boys. You could even catch him hunting with a granddaughter or two.

This time of year , filled with family and football, was a favorite for Vernon. He could be found cheering on the Panthers, the Ole Miss Rebels, and his grandson at ERA. Papaw, as his family knew him, loved his Nana and they together loved being surrounded by their many children and grandchildren.

In his later years, Vernon enjoyed talking politics and drinking coffee with the best guys in town at Sam’s Diner.

Honorary pallbearers will be Butch McLemore, Charlie Stroud, John Callahan, Buford Palmer, Tommy Harrell, Gaines Massey, Bert Atkison, Bobby Mitchner, Bill Rogers, and Billy Frank Alford.

Pallbearers will be Duncan Beard, Hudson Bynum, Vince Bynum, Nicholas Crotwell, Tom Geter, James (Spunky) Hawkins, David Livingston, and Nathan Wade.

Ronald Thomas Sessions

September 05, 1942 – October 30, 2019

Ronald Thomas Sessions, a resident of Independence, LA, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at his home. He was born September 5, 1942 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 77 years of age. He was a US Army Veteran of Vietnam and pipefitter for Union Local #198 in Baton Rouge for 50 years. He is survived by his wife, Mary Z. Sessions of Independence, LA; 3 daughters, Deanna Sessions-Mitchell of Jacksonville, FL, Staci Sessions Barksdale of Jacksonville, FL and Christy Sessions Kervin and husband David Kervin of Folsom, LA; 2 step-daughters, Christina Williams of Peoria, AZ and Stephanie Trapen of Independence, LA; 14 grandchildren, Micah Malnar, Jordan White and husband Oliver, Joshua Mitchell, Meghan Dranguet, Jamie Kate Mitchell, Brianna Taylor, Sarah Mitchell, Hailey Taylor, Anna Trapen, Kara Taylor, Jesse Mitchell, Nicholas Trapen, Cillian Kervin and Colin Kervin. Preceded in death by parents, Corrine and Jesse Sessions; wife, Carol Sessions; 2 brothers, Kendall Sessions and Jerry Sessions and wife Margaret; and son-in-law, Phillip Mitchell. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Friday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 10:00AM Saturday, November 2, 2019. Services conducted by Pastor Bradley Bennett. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Scripture Writing – Psalm 95: 1-7

November is the month of Thanksgiving. I encourage you to consider the ways you are thankful by writing something each day and saving it in a journal or jar or by sharing it with someone special or even on social media. Make an effort to list your blessings this November in whatever manor you choose.

Today, I am thankful I have Jesus as my Savior, my friend, my counselor, my guide, my teacher, and my great physician. He is always faithful to me!

Anna Lee

Thursday

My internet satellite keeps going our. I’ll be brief now and post more later.

“Let us love one another,

for love comes from God.”

~John 4:7 NIV~

Update on Josiah Huckaby

😎 How the cool kids watch TV in the hospital…you must have at least 1 arm & leg hanging out of the rails.

Josiah is back on his home vent settings & doing great with that! He’s down to 1L of oxygen. They are pretty sure the increased vent settings were due to his dehydration. We also found the cause of his GI issues. He tested positive for Norovirus. They said sometimes it just lingers a long time for some people. We tried to swap him back to our regular amount of water flushes we give at home but his labs went in the wrong direction. He also lost the 0.5 LB he had gained back over the last couple of days. They are putting him back on the increased water to see if that will correct the issue again. Once his electrolyte labs are stabilized we can go home! They are thinking early next week at the latest. To God be the glory!!!

Pray for Jimmy and Linda Williams of Spring Creek. Their youngest son, Rusty, passed away yesterday. Rusty is no longer needs his wheelchair!

Scripture Writing – Choose your own verse(s) to write today.

I hope you are prepared for the cold front that is moving in today. Do you know of someone who might need something? Think of others today!

I’ll write more later when the rain passes through.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“Pour out your heart to him,

for God is our refuge.”

~Psalm 62:8 NLT~

Carol B. Sealey‘s Update:

I want to thank everyone for all the prayers, phone calls, and text messages these past several months. I know Barbara Bennett Gaines has been keeping everyone updated on my condition but I wanted to update what’s going on. Back on May 21st I had surgery for colon cancer and then the nightmare began. After being sent home I developed abdominal Sepsis. I was put back in the hospital and put on antibiotics. After being sent back home, without any medication, I again came down with severe sepsis with septic shock. Everything in my body was shutting down. I was dependent on dialysis due to end stage renal disease. The doctors told my husband that he had to make a decision because I was never coming out of ICU. After Steve talked to our son and my sister he decided no, he wasn’t giving up. These doctors didn’t know that I have a higher doctor than they are and he wasn’t ready for me yet because all of a sudden I was coming back. There was so many folks, some I knew and others I didn’t know, praying for me. As of today I am cancer free, off of dialysis after being on it for nearly 3 months, kidneys all of a sudden kicked in and started working. I was in a wheelchair when I left the hospital because I could not feel my legs and could not walk. As of today I am walking with a walker inside the house but have to use a wheelchair outside. I still have a ways to go but each day is a little better. My God is awesome. Without him I wouldn’t be here today.

Update on Josiah Huckaby:

It did my heart good to walk in & see little man laughing this morning!!! He’s only given us some brief smiles over the last week. Sunday & Monday were good days!!! They were able to wean his oxygen from 4L to 2L. When he gets to 1.5L, we can start weaning his vent pressures back to home settings. He’s still having quite a bit of GI issues so they are running some extra tests to make sure we aren’t missing anything. They have swapped him from our regular feed schedule to a continuous feed (which means he is getting a small amount of formula all day) in hopes that the lower rate/volume will be less stressful on his stomach until the problem is resolved. We have no idea how much longer we will be here but praise the Lord we are finally headed in the right direction!!! To God be the glory! Job Huckaby

All our shoeboxes have the shipping paid. Thank-you to all who helped ship the boxes that were packed. We need to fill one more carton and then prepare for the drop off collection week.

Kentwood, LA – First Baptist Church, Kentwood

310 Avenue E
Kentwood, LA 70444-2518

Mon, Nov. 18: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tue, Nov. 19: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Wed, Nov. 20: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Thu, Nov. 21: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Fri, Nov. 22: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Sat, Nov. 23: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sun, Nov. 24: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Mon, Nov. 25: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

If you are interested in helping, please let me know the days you are available. You can do that by using the “Contact” button on this site. Thanks for your help.

Robert George Hyde;

Born August 1, 1938, went to be with our lord on Monday, October 28, 2019 atthe age of 81 years. Bobby, as he was known to all, was born in Hammond,Louisiana, first born son of Jesse George (Doc) and Daisy Fitzgerald Hyde. Hewas a member and deacon at Bedico Baptist Church and a member of The GideonsInternational for more than 30 years. Bobby was a third generation butcher andowner of Hyde Packing Company, a rancher, cattle buyer, lifetime member andformer president of Louisiana Cattleman’s Association, and a lifetime member ofthe National Rifle Association.
He loved and owned many animals-a variety of bovines including Cross Breeds,Long Horns, Watusi and Buffalo, together with Horses, Goats, Sheep, Deer,Peacocks and even a Bear named Lucy. He was also known for the many varietiesof muscadines he grew.
Bobby is survived by his beloved childhood sweetheart and wife of 63 years,Janice Coumes Hyde; by daughters Fern Hyde Tricou and husband Scott, Robin HydeBrady and husband Derek; and by son, Robert Jesse Hyde and wife Brigette;grandchildren, Ashton Montana Brady, Robert Beau Derek Brady, Irma Shelby Hyde;sisters, JoAnn Hyde Johnson (Douglas), Nancy Carol Hyde Baham (Curtis);brother, Norman Carl Hyde (Gertie); together with many, nieces, nephews,cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse George (Doc) and DaisyFitzgerald Hyde; and grandparents, George J. and Augustine Baret Hyde, RobertThorn and Bertha Dutruch Fitzgerald.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the many family andfriends for prayers, love, food and help provided. We also wish to thank thenurses and staff at North Oaks Hospice for their help and support. Donations inBobby’s memory may be made to The Gideons International or North Oaks Hospice.
Family and friends will be received at Bedico Baptist Church, 28156 Highway 22East, Ponchatoula, Louisiana 70454, on Friday, November 1, 2019 from 5:00 pmuntil 9:00 pm. Visitation will continue at the church on Saturday, November 2,2019 from 9:00 am until funeral services begin at 11:00 am with his cousin, Susan Lana Hefner officiating.

Roger Dale Miller

January 19, 1948 – October 28, 2019

A resident of Tickfaw, LA, passed away on Monday, October 28,2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 19, 1948 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 71 years of age. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of Vietnam. He is survived by 1 daughter, Rebecca Miller Crowe and husband, Allen, Tickfaw, LA; 3 sons, Tod Miller and wife, Alisa, Kentwood, LA, Brad Miller and wife, Kim, Liberty, MS and Mike Miller and wife, Julie, Amite, LA; mother of his children, Barbara Sue King; step-children, Lisa McDaniel Thacker and husband, Corbin, Russ McDaniel and wife, Shay; 12 grandchildren, Destiny, Burgandy, Allen, Jr., Emily, Ali, Brittany, Tyler, Skyler, Chase, Lawson, Miguel and Faith; great-grandson, Wade;1 brother, Kenneth Wayne Miller and wife, Paula , Amite, LA; and numerous step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by wife, Eloise Johnson Miller; brother, Randal Miller; parents, Ernest and Lela Mae Durbin Miller. Visitation at House on the Rock Church, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, November 2, 2019. Services conducted by Pastor Jeff McKneely. Interment Montpelier Cemetery, Montpelier, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Scripture Writing – John 15: 20-25

Don’t let the cold days ahead catch you unprepared for the lower temperatures.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“The first time I was brought before the judge, no one came with me.

Everyone abandoned me.

May it not be counted against them.

But the Lord stood with me and gave me strength so that I might preach the Good News in its entirety for all the Gentiles to hear.

And he rescued me from certain death.”

2 Timothy 4:16-17 NLT

Please pray for Fay Gehringer’s sister, Sue Gill, as she has surgery about noon today.

I asked you to pray for Karen Seymour’s daughter, Kacey, as she had surgery yesterday. All went well. Thanks so much for praying.

Our long-time friend, Fay Chadwick Todd, fell on her steps at home during a rainstorm.. She is still very sore. Please pray she recovers completely soon.

“When Missionaries Cry” – https://www.arkansasbaptist.org/read/when-missionaries-cry?fbclid=IwAR1Zn4khr7t-nyg3fWZvCOyt4JhlMS6SW0xKgZtJOXGT-YPytVXPsng6Xic

Scripture Writing – John 15: 15-19

New forms for Scripture writing during November were placed in the sanctuary Sunday morning. If you didn’t get one then, there will be waiting for you. Help yourself. You might want to get an extra copy to share with someone this week.

Sunday, we will need to change our clocks before Sunday School. Remember to “Fall Back”.

Anna Lee

Monday

For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive God’s abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ!

~Romans 5:17~

Dollie Frazier now reports that her retina specialist says her right eye is again getting worse. Pray for Dollie and her ability to see.

The storm Friday night was worse than the weather people expected, so most areas that were hit were not prepared. Many people have been without electricity for a long time. Linemen from other areas have been brought in to help in restoring the power. Pray for these men who do a dangerous job and do it well. Pray for those who are still without power to be understanding of how hard others are working to help them.

Southern Baptist and Samaritan’s Purse also send in people to help in times of need. Pray for them as they work wherever there is a need.

The Scripture Reading list for November is available in the sanctuary for FBC, Kentwood.

Scripture Reading – October 28 – John 15: 9-14

Thanks for your prayers today.

Anna Lee

Friday

Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.

~Galatians 5:24~

Mrs. Peggy Luce is looking and feeling better. Not even a bad fall can stop her. Her family credits your prayers for helping her heal quickly.

Susie Sharkey is still in Ochsner in New Orleans undergoing tests and hoping for answers soon. Please continue to pray for her.

Scripture Writing for October 25 – Matthew 111: 1-6

Don’t forget the packing party tomorrow at 1 P.M. Rain or shine we will pack many “shoeboxes” to send to impoverished countries where the boxes will share the message of Jesus. Wear Christmas colors and bring a Christmas snack. Don’t miss this blessing!

I’m going to post this before the next shower comes and my computer goes out. Remember to pray today.

Anna Lee

Thursday

“God has made everything beautiful for its own time.”

~Ecclesiastes 3:11 NLT~

Josiah and Job Huckaby

Josiah had a rough day yesterday. He started requiring even more oxygen & they had to start increasing some of his vent settings. His chest X-ray looked fine & I requested an echo to make sure his pulmonary hypertension isn’t out of control. We don’t have those results just yet. He looked so pitiful yesterday afternoon & he started running a fever. After some Tylenol & a pretty good nap he seemed to feel better. They are thinking this is probably the “getting worse before he gets better” stretch. He also doesn’t know how to just rest. As soon as he feels the slightest bit better, he’s a wild man! He has a tendency to push himself until he just gets completely worn out and has to rest….which I feel is probably what happened yesterday on top of the rhinovirus. The dr also said that rhinovirus can last 2-3 weeks so he could still have a while before he’s really feeling 100%. Thanks for all the prayers!!! Job is feeling better & I’m still praying I don’t get that crazy stomach bug! It’s been a long 10 days away from home & I’m pretty sure Josiah is as over this hospital stay as I am.

To God be the glory!!!

Betty Cleveland Rainey

Betty has no more headaches. Thank God for the success of her procedure last week.

Susie Sharkey

Susie was admitted to Ochsner in New Orleans yesterday by her cardiologist because of blood pressure issues. She requests your prayers.

Smiley Conerly

Please keep Smiley and Carol Jean in your prayers. The doctors will be checking on two suspicious spots. When you get some medical information, you also get another appointment and some more wait time. Pray for them as they wait a little longer.

Betty Taylor and Brad Bryant

Brad slipped and fell Monday. He has a badly bruised hip. Betty fell at home yesterday. Pray for Betty and Brad. We all need to be careful so we don’t fall.

Jim Slaven and Mark Shaw

Pray for these men who have been hospitalized this week.

Kenneth Birch

The knee surgery went well Monday. Kenneth is home and will be working to get around well on his new knee. Pray all continues to go well.

Scripture Writing for October 24th – John 10: 14-18

Operation Christmas Child Schedule

Thursday – Boxes transported to church from hammond & shoebox items moved in preparation for packing (1 P.M.) Men!
Friday – Room and items organized (8 A.M.) Ladies and men!
Saturday – Packing Party (1 P.M.) Wear Christmas colors and bring Christmas snacks. Everyone!
Sunday – Remainder of funds for postage will be collected.
November 18-25 – Kentwood will serve as a drop-off location for shoeboxes from area churches. Check the Samaritan’s Purse webpage for hours of collection. They will vary from day-to-day.
Be sure to join us in praying for the children who will receive the boxes. Each box will impact seven people in the family by introducing them to Jesus. Can you put a dollar value on that?

Thanks to all who helped prepare for and attended the WMU meeting Monday in Kentwood. I understand Barbara Forshag did a great job presenting information about her mission trips to Central America. The Annual World Day of Prayer meeting will be at Kedron Baptist Church Monday, November 4 at 10 A.M. Please bring a covered dish for the meal after the meeting. Mark your calendar.

Prayers bring the peace of God during our times of struggle.
Anna Lee