Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD,

and he will reward them for what they have done.

~Proverbs 19: 17~

Donald “Brudda” Phillip McDaniel

August 22, 1956 – August 5, 2022

Donald “Brudda” Phillip McDaniel, 65, of Kentwood, LA, passed away August 5, 2022. He was born on August 22, 1956, in Heidelberg, Germany, to E.P. and Kitty Sue Forbes McDaniel. Brudda was a typical military “brat” living in multiple places. He spent several years in Hixson, TN, where he enjoyed being part of the wrestling and pole-vaulting teams. He graduated from Valley Forge Academy in Kentwood, LA where he played football and baseball.  

Brudda leaves behind a son, Christopher, daughter-in-law, Rachael, grandchildren, Jacob, Caleigh, Levi, and Asher all of Fort Worth, TX, siblings, Katera McMillan of Kentwood, LA, Susan Thornton of Tontitown, AR, and Nathan “Flip” McDaniel of Madison, AL, and a host of nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents E.P. and Kitty Sue McDaniel, grandparents Edward and Della McDaniel, Sr., Lexie Pierce, all of Kentwood, LA, and William “Pet” Forbes of Darbun, MS.

Brudda spent most of his adult life as a boilermaker out of Baton Rouge, LA. He was an active member of the Sons of the Confederacy, with local membership at Camp Moore. Brudda enjoyed taking his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews on a “walk-a-bout” on his home place, telling stories and wild tales. This always included each child having their own walking stick. Brudda was a kid at heart and loved spoiling the kids with a trip to the candy store. He also loved to talk about his family history and of times gone by.  

Memorial services will be held at Greenlaw Baptist Church, in Kentwood, LA on Saturday, August 13, 2022, with Reverends Jay Avance and Harold Thornton officiating. A time of visiting with friends and family will be at 10:00 a.m. and the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements.

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August 9 – Romans 7: 7-8

COMING SOON

Choir at FBC, Kentwood

Volunteers welcome

Anna Lee

• When anxiety was great within me,
  your consolation brought me joy.
• ~Psalm 94:19~

Debbie Bales will be at the hospital at 9:00 and have her procedure at 1 P.M.

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August 8 – Romans 7: 4-6

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Blessed are those who mourn,

for they will be comforted.

~Matthew 5:4~

Linda LeBlanc is beginning to walk the walls in the hospital now. Hopefully, she will get to come home Saturday. Keep praying for her and her family.

Elois Smith McNabb

August 10, 1926 – August 5, 2022

A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022 at her home. She was born August 10, 1926 in Greensburg, LA and was 95 years of age. Elois was a member of the St. Helena Parish School Board, Greensburg Town Council, Louisiana Cosmetology Board, and Zachary Taylor Parkway Commission. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Mrs. Brenda McNabb Meadows (Jimmie), Mrs. Suzanne McNabb Harrell (Ronald), and Mrs. Luora McNabb Arthur (Samuel J.); 1 brother, Harold Ray Smith; 6 grandchildren, Anna Scott Harrell Sain (Allen), Phillip Wade Harrell (Keri), Jim Meadows, Jeffrey Meadows, Benjamin Michael Ficklin (Amanda), Lesley Suzzanne Smith (Geoffrey); 5 great-grandchildren, Drew Caston McNabb Harrell (Cameron), Charlie Belle Harrell, Ronnie Suzanne Harrell, Catherine Elois Smith, Caroline Elise Eschete. Preceded in death by her husband, Benny M. McNabb; granddaughter, Lacey O’Day Ficklin; parents, Lu Ora Allen Smith and Harvey Watson Smith; brothers, Matthew Smith and Albert Smith; sister, Nannie Mae Womack; son in law, Jimmie Meadows; beloved aunt, Eula Carruth. The family would like to thank her caretakers, Bobbie Jean Tillis, Debra Tillis, Charlotte Matthews, and Lorraine Burton. A private family service will be held at Greensburg United Methodist Church, Greensburg, with visitation from 10:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Monday, August 8, 2022. Services conducted by Rev. Rick Bonaldi. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. Pallbearers will be Drew Caston McNabb Harrell, Phillip Wade Harrell, Benjamin Michael Ficklin, Allen Sain, Jim Meadows, and Jeffrey Meadows. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Pray for this family.

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August 8 – Romans 74: 6

Operation Christmas Child Workday Report

We had a good turnout of people who were focused on packing shoeboxes for the 2-4 year old boys. Due to their hard work, a hundred shoeboxes were packed in less than two hours. Great work by dedicated volunteers!

We will be working in preparation for the next packing day. If you want to be included, please let me know.

School supplies are in stores now. Some items are already on sale. It is a great time to make some purchases for OCC. Thanks to those who have done so.

Thank you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Robin Alford had another surgery on her feet to repair damage to her feet from the fall in the snow and the surgeries she has had since then. She is progressing well. All the bones are lined up and healing. Becky Alford is with Robin as her caregiver. Keep them in your prayers.

Ricky Simpson‘s heart surgery went well. Please continue to pray for him.

Anderson Ray Leto

January 28, 2022 – August 3, 2022

Anderson Ray Leto drifted off to sleep, and peacefully left his tiny body to enter his Heavenly home on August 3, 2022. In his short life, he reflected the perfect Love of our Savior in his big, joyful eyes and bright smile. His gentle and kind manner was apparent as he showed deep affection for his family, especially his twin Smith and big brother Douglas, by always reaching to hold hands. He will be forever loved and missed by his loved ones. Until we meet again, baby boy…

Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is. Jeremiah 17:7

The family will hold a private celebration of life and burial for baby Andy. They thank you for the outpouring of love and support. In lieu of flowers, they ask for donations to be made to the Anderson Ray Leto Memorial Fund at any First Guaranty Bank location which will be used to bless families and children in need.

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August 6 – Galatians 5: 19-21

Please. pray for the youth of FBC, Kentwood as their Disciple Now weekend continues.

Pray for volunteers who will be working to pack 100 shoeboxes, packing pencil bags, and preparing items for packing in other boxes this morning in the fellowship hall.

Pray for the work in the new children’s area at FBC, Kentwood. Pray for the men who have spent many hours laboring on this project.

Add your personal prayer requests to the ones listed above.

Anna Lee

Share Jesus with others. Bring then to church and let others help share Jesus with them.

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August 5 – Galatians 5: 16-18

Pray for the many people around us who are sick, grieving, and troubled. I have found our personal prayer lists grow longer, not shorter. God has a plan and a purpose for us!

Anna Lee

Linda LeBlanc‘s surgery went very well yesterday. The family is very thankful for your prayers.

Ricky Simpson‘s heart surgery has been postponed until 9:50 this morning. Please include him and his family in your prayers.

Last night at church we were told able the following prayer requests:

*Leto baby, son of Sammy and Christina Smith Leto passed away.

*Rhonda Edward, daughter of Kenneth and Yvonne Birch, will now be wearing a neck brace.

*Debi Bales will have a pacemaker implanted Monday.

Flora Belle Potts Slaven

June 20, 1934 – August 3, 2022

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at her home. She was born June 20, 1934 in Osyka, MS and was 88 years of age. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Gwynette Slaven Gill; daughter-in-law, Lisa Ann Slaven; 5 grandchildren, Marsha Ann Slaven, Tessa Lenn Creel, Hillery Caroline Gill, Tabbitha Nikole Gill and ReAnna Leigh Gill; 4 great-grandchildren, Kyle Joseph Slaven, Kalenn Jade Slaven, John Paul Creel and James Harvey Creel. Preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Wyman Slaven; son, Glenn Estes Slaven; parents, Maggie and Monroe Potts; sisters, Edna Grice and Evelyn Stafford; infant sister, Ceresa Potts; brothers, Felix (Sonny) Potts and Monroe Potts, daughter-in-law, Sharon Schexnayder; infant grandson, Steven Lance Slaven. Visitation at East Fork Baptist Church from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Friday and from 8:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, August 6, 2022. Services conducted by Rev. Jay Avance and Dr. Danny Smith. Interment East Fork Cemetery, East Fork, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

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August 3 – Philippians 1: 28-30

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Anna Lee

His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant!

You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.

Come and share your master’s happiness!’

~Matthew 25:21~

Please pray for Linda LaBlanc who will have heart surgery at 8:00 this morning and Ricky Simpson who will be having surgery at 9:30.

Amber Michelle McLean

June 26, 1968 – July 14, 2022

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A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at St. Helena Parish Nursing Home in Greensburg, LA. She was born June 26, 1968 in Monroe, LA and was 54 years of age. She is survived by her father, Joseph “Sonny” McLean, Jr. and wife, Lee; step-father, Russell Kiser; sister, Jennifer Miller and husband, Mitch; 3 nieces and 1 nephew, Heather, Emily, and Joseph Miller and Rachel Moore. Preceded death by her mother, Elizabeth Ann Kiser; daughter, Courtney McLean; sister, Chandra McLean; niece, Stephanie McLean; grandparents, Joseph McLean, Sr., Martha McLean, Frank and Frances McKee, and Quincy and Loyce Travis. A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home at www.lbch.org . McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

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August 2 – Philippians 1: 25-27

Many of the area children are in school or have been for orientation. You many need to be more careful as you travel in the mornings and the afternoons.
Pray for the safety of our school-age kids as they travel to and from school.

Thank you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

For even the Son of Man did not come to be served,

but to serve,

and to give his life as a ransom for many.

~Mark 10:45~

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August 2 – Philippians 1: 25-27

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Please pray for the LeBlanc family as they try to find the best treatment for Linda’s heart problem at the Mayo Clinic. Yesterday, the doctors offered a possible oral medication rather than a difficult surgery. They are awaiting reports on whether or not this will be best for her. Your prayers are welcome for Jim, Linda, and Stewart, as well as other family members back at home.

My latest update is than I am out of the wheelchair and the two big, black boots. I have been to physical therapy four times, but have more than that ahead. Last night, for the first time in a long time, my feet and/or legs did not hurt. Pray with me that will continue and allow me to get more rest. I am using a walker and look forward to leaving it parked again.

OCC Workday – Our plans for Saturday include packing our first 100 boxes. We will pack the others on future workdays. Shopping continues for coloring books, spoons, calculators, crayons, jump ropes, etc. Thanks to all who have helped by providing items we need to fill the boxes. Please be in prayer for the children who will receive the boxes in the coming months.

Today, our prayer focus will be on NEW teachers. First year teachers have so much to learn about their school, curriculum, and students. All the rules and guidelines will be new to them. Pray for less anxiety and more confidence as the days roll by.

Anna Lee

• Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said,
• “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last,
• and the servant of all.”
  • Mark 9:35

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August 1 – Philippians 1: 21-24

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Today begins another week of medical appointments, tests, etc. Please pray for those you know about and do something to give them assistance, comfort, or assurance.

Another group of people who need special prayers are children who will begin school for the first time, students who are changing schools, and students who are seniors and who will be facing decisions about their future.

Thanks for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

• Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me.John 12:26

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July 30 – I John 3: 18-19

July 31 – 3 John 2-4

5th Sunday Singing at FBC, Kentwood tonight at 6 P.M. followed by an ice cream social in the fellowship

Operation Christmas Child Workday – Saturday at 9 A.M.

There will be something for everyone to do!

Please use your personal prayer list today.

Anna Lee