Graveside service for Kim Nobels Forbes, sister of Sherry Cummings
10 A.M. on May 6, 2023
Robert’s Cemetery, Osyka, MS
Please pray for Sherry and other family members.
READ the BIBLE
April 15
Daniel 6
Daniel 9: 1-19
“If prayer were prohibited, I would . . . . “
PRAYER FOCUS TODAY
Today, let’s focus our prayers on all our friends, neighbors, and relatives who had medical issue this week that caused them to see a doctor, N.P., or other medical personal. Pray their issues have been solved and they no longer have the issue that was bothering them.
PREPARATIONS
I remember my momma baking pies and/cakes and ironing dresses and Daddy’s shirt and pants for Sunday on Saturdays. I also remember my daddy polishing shoes for all five of us each Saturday. We were also reminded to sit and read our Sunday School lesson once we were old enough to do so. I wonder if we do enough to prepare for Sundays so we don’t get stressed trying to get to church.
Today is the day to prepare some of your food and/or clothing for Sunday and to study your lesson so you are prepared for Sunday School. It is also a good day to invite someone to church. Get busy with your Saturday responsibilities so you can get ready in the morning without extra things to do.
HAVE A BLESSED DAY!
Do some people say this to you? You are a big factor in how blessed you feel each day. Work to bless others. You will receive a blessing by doing so. “Have a blessed day!”
Say this to others. You are a blessing to them as you remind them of this.
God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of it. Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear.
MORNING – “The Wicked Will be Slain” – Ezekiel 9 & 12
EVENING – “Judgement Fulfilled” – 2 Samuel 12: 15-23
PRAYER FOCUS
Today, let’s pray we might be bold and use our opportunities to ask others it they attend church. If they do not have a church, let’s pray we will be bold for Jesus.
ILLNESSES
We have friends, neighbors, and co-workers who have illnesses and/or illnesses in their families. Today, I would like to add Robert Ricks who lives in the Russelltown community east of Arcola. He is fighting a battle with cancer. Robert and David have been friends since childhood. Robert will be returning to M.D. Anderson for a procedure on the 29th. Please add him to your prayer list. Thanks for praying for him.
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
Please continue to pray for Gerald Hyde, Mrs. Velma Anthony, Elaine Tolar Doucette, G.G. McElveen, Mrs. Mildred Birch, Rhonda Miller, our homebound senior adults, and others I may have left off.
UPCOMING PROCEDURES
Tommy Mapes, son of Andy and Betty Taylor– Cancer surgery
Carol Jean Conerly – “Watchman” installed next Tuesday
Tommy Simmons (Dianne) – Hospitalized in Baton Rouge General to build him up before additional chemo.
Laurie Miller ( Bro. Darrly) – Back surgery Tuesday in Baton Rouge
Nikki Rhodus (Br0. Wendell)- Baby girl will be born next week
DEATH
Peggy Alford’s brother, W.A. Stringfield, passed away yesterday. Please be in pray for all the family and others who were close to him.
READ SCRIPTURE
Mark 1: 35-39
Luke 6: 12-16
Luke 22: 39-46
“The best time for me to pray is . . . .”
PRAYER FOCUS
Today, and in the coming days, is a good time to pray for those listed above and others on your personal prayer list. If you have others who may need prayers, please call the church office to have them added to the church’s list or send me a message to add them to TPL.
Have a wonderful Thursday. Show some love and concern for others. Spread the Good News! Anna Lee
For this reason Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance—now that he has died as a ransom to set them free from the sins committed under the first covenant.
Please pray for Al Travis. He had knee surgery which has led to a serious infection.
DEATH
Davis “Mike” Gaines Reid
May 18, 1943 – April 10, 2023
Davis Gaines Reid “Mike”, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away April 10, 2023. He was the fourth son of Dorothy Gaines Reid and Shelby S. Reid, Jr, born on May 18, 1943 in Magnolia, MS. He graduated from Amite High School and attended Southeastern Louisiana University
He will be fondly remembered by his classmates and the entire community as one of those five infamous “Reid Boys”, an outstanding young man chosen President of his Class of 1961. Mike ran track at AHS and was named an All-State member on the State Championship team, the first in history of Amite High. Mike also participated in track and field at SLU winning many awards for his talents.
Mike married the love of his life, Evelyn Claire Hendry and moved to Roseland, where he spent his entire working life at Elmer Hendry’s Grocery and later buying The Pantry, an ever-busy store in the center of Roseland. Mike was a well-respected business man and was counted as a good friend by many. All five of the Reid boys spent most of their adult life in their hometown area, living less than five miles apart.
Evelyn and Mike adored their two boys: Brian Derrick Reid (Monica) of Roseland and Brent Davis Reid of Ponchatoula. They were blessed with four grandchildren, two boys and two girls: Zachary Taylor Reid and Michael Joseph Reid of Roseland, and Hannah Reid and Ella Claire Reid of Ponchatoula. His greatest joys came from spending time on the river with his family in Springfield, where he still has a place today.
In addition he will be remembered by his two brothers: Lawrence W. Reid (TJ) and Charles Morgan Reid (Cindy) of Amite. He will be missed by numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 34 years, Evelyn Claire Reid, by his father, Shelby S. Reid, Jr., his mother, Doris Gaines Reid, his infant sister, Doris Elizabeth Reid, his older brothers, Shelby S. Reid, III and James Aubrey Reid. He will be missed by numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 from 9:30am to 11:30am with services at 12 Noon. Burial will be at the Arcola-Roseland Cemetery.
Services are being handled by McKneely Funeral Home of Amite. For an on-line guestbook and additional information, http://mckneelys.com.
PRAYER FOCUS
Today, let’s pray for caregivers. Many illnesses are long-term requiring caregivers for years. Pray for family members who serve as caregivers year after year.
REMINDER
Tonight’s message at FBC, Kentwood is entitled “Our Mission” and is based on Romans 10: 14-21. In addition, there will be a nursery and classes for children and youth.
Nancy Combs, 65, went top be with her Savior on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Born in Massachusetts. Nancy eventually settled in Louisiana to be closer to her daughter and grandchildren. As a veteran of the United States Air Force, Nancy held many positions during her active duty and civil service careers. Her favorite was as a jet engine mechanic. The Air Force is where Nancy discovered her love for teaching and helping others. Whether it be a hobby or a life-lesson, Nancy was never shy to share what she had learned. Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, George S. and Pricilla Case; one grandson, Nicholas Paul LeBlanc, Jr.; and two nephews, John-Michael Case and Adam Carr. She is survived by her children, Mike (Riba) Combs, Mark (Brenda) Combs, Chris Pruitt, and Randi LeBlanc; five grandchildren, Katie, Emily, Hazel, Elijah and Hannah; siblings, Dolly (Doug) Farnham and Bill (Kathy) Case; several extended, but close, family members, Randy Combs, Catherine Combs, Connie Mullins, Patti Mingus, and Nicholas LeBlanc, Sr.; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Special appreciation and thanks to Jessica, Kim, Dani, Jenna, Brice, Mary, Sonya, Cliff, Ashley, and each of their families for the love and friendship you gave. Memorial Services at 2:00PM on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite. Attendees are encouraged to wear something with flamingos or sloths in honor of Ms. Nancy. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
PRAYER LIST
Please continue to pray for all those on your personal prayers list.
It is not too late to contribute to the Annie Armstrong Offering (Online or through a local church).
ON MISSION IN KENTWOOD
Our mission field begins in Kentwood!
This is awareness and action to help people in our area. through prayers and/or actions. It can be personal or for a group outreach. It can be as simple as picking up some limbs in your neighbor’s yard after a big wind or taking a friend to the doctor or more involved such as planning meals for someone for a long period of time of serious illness or following an accident. There are no reports to turn in and nobody needs to be updated periodically. Simply recognize a need you or your group can meet and meet that need.
Some ideas to spark your thinking:
*Taking garbage cans to the road and back in weekly for your neighbor and/or elderly friend
*Picking up a newspaper from the yard and placing it by the door for a neighbor
*Placing a daily call at a specific time to someone who lives alone
*Returning a lost child who has wandered into your yard
*Letting a neighbor know his child, dog, cows, etc. are in your yard
*Giving your neighbor mail your received
*Having a hot meal ready for someone who has been sitting in the hospital on a daily basis
*Cut your neighbors grass when you cut your grass
I think you get the idea. Remember, it is the little things that count most.
PRAYER FOCUS
Pray God opens your eyes and hearts to see needs and take care of them when you can. They don’t have to be major needs, just needs. It doesn’t have to involve spending money, mainly time. Begin by praying for God’s leadership.
Today, I will be praying for those whose hearts were touched by what they heard at church yesterday. May they hold those thoughts and act upon them soon.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD LADIES’ WORKDAY
9:00 A.M.
Fellowship Hall
We are working on gifts for the shoeboxes.
Bring a giving spirit, a sweet smile, and a kind heart.
We welcome those who come a little late or leave a little early.
This is an opportunity to work on shoebox items while visiting with friends and/or new friends.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT FBC
Nursery (Upstairs in children’s area)
Children’s class (Upstairs in the children’s area)
Youth (in the Lighthouse)
Adults (in the Sanctuary)
6:00 P.M.
Adult Message and Scripture Passage
“Our Mission”
Romans 10: 14-21
Thank-you so much for reading and sharing TPL. I don’t know who, but I know you are there.
Use this day to help others. You can come to help with shoeboxes or do anything else. The aim is to “so something for others today”!
In my opinion, this is the greatest day of the year! He arose!
READ the BIBLE TODAY
EASTER MORNING
II Timothy 3 15
Romans 1: 16-17
John 20: 30 – 31
“Without the Good News, my life . . . . “
PRAYER FOCUS
Traditionally, this is a day of high attendance in our churches. Pray those who attend will have open hearts and minds for Jesus. Pray they witness joy in the lives of others and desire to have that joy. May the see Jesus, not a bunny today! Pray they seek the One who can fill their heart 365 days of each year of their lives.
SERMON TOPIC AND BIBLE PASSAGE
“Desecrating the Temple” – Ezekiel 8
ILLNESS
Please continue to pray for Gerald Hyde. Pray the can get rid of the infection that has been so resistant to medication. Also, pray about decisions being made about placement and peace for Gerald and those around him.
Visitation at Osyka Baptist Church from 9:00am until religious services at 11:00am on Saturday, April 8, 2023.
ILLNESS
G.G. McElveen, owner of the Malt Shop in Roseland, is undergoing a series of treatment. His family would appreciate your prayers.
Continue to pray for Audrey Elaine Tolar Doucette as she continues her medical treatment.
Pray for Ann Labarbara of Amite.
Please continue to pray for Mrs. Laurie Miller as she faces back surgery in a little over a week.
EASTER EGG HUNT at FBC, Kentwood
9-11 A.M. Today
Pet bunnies and baby chicks
Egg hunt
Dye eggs
Bake sale
EASTER SUNDAY SERVICES at FBC, KENTWOOD
8 A.M. Early Service
9:15 A.M. Sunday School
10:30 A.M. Worship Service
No Evening Service
PRAYER FOCUS for TODAY
Let’s join in prayer for all the local churches and churches worldwide as they prepare to share the meaning of this special holiday. May lives be changed for eternity!
And they sang a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.
A resident of Kentwood, LA passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. She was born February 22, 1935 in Easleyville, LA and was 88 years of age. She is survived by her son, Milton W. Kliesch; five grandchildren, Holly Fron and husband RC, Whitney Kliesch, Mindy Kliesch Beard, Erin Evanoff, and Ryan Evanoff and wife Kindel; eight great-grandchildren, Brayden and Brooklyn Buxman, Hazel and Oscar Evanoff, Henry and Louis Fron, Collins Beard, and Kent Kliesch; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, including her special neighbor, Ruby Travis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harley Milton Kliesch; daughter, Faye Kliesch Evanoff; parents, Oscar and Lida Lee Easley; great-grandson, Walter Harley Evanoff; brothers and sisters, Christine Easley, Estelle Bridges, Rucie Lee, Mildred Megison, Melva Welch, Huey Easley, and Bobby W. Easley. Visitation at Osyka Baptist Church from 9:00am until religious services at 11:00am on Saturday, April 8, 2023. Services conducted by Rev. Jacob Williams. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements for an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com
READ the BIBLE TODAY
April 7
II CORINTHIANS 4: 16 – 5:10
I PETER 1: 3-9
“It’s easiest to focus on eternity when . . . . “
PRAYER FOCUS TODAY
Today, I am reminded of all the older men and women who live alone. Be a good neighbor and/or friend and check on them at a regular time each day. You will develop a great friendship and love for them. They will have the security of knowing you will check on them. Their family will appreciate you more than you can ever imagine. Please pray for them daily. You may want to make a list and keep it close at hand until you can remember all the names without a list.
When I was a young child, I had trouble understanding why we would celebrate Jesus’ death. It wasn’t long before Momma got that cleared up. Be sure the children or anyone else who does not understand the wonderful significance of this day understands it this year.
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