Though the mountains be shaken
    and the hills be removed,
yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken
    nor my covenant of peace be removed,”
    says the Lord, who has compassion on you.

~Isaiah 54:10 NIV~

Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer for North America

I “Jumped the gun” on the Week of Prayer. It begins on March 6.

READ AND WRITE A BIBLE PASSAGE

Feb. 28 – Isaiah 54: 10

PLEASE BE IN PRAYER FOR ALL THE PEOPLE IN THE UKRAINE.

Pray for those fighting, traveling out of the country, caring for those behind, sharing the Word, caring for the injured, hiding in a “bomb shelter”, caring for children, receiving people in neighboring countries, preparing food to share, trying to get groceries into the country, and the list goes on and on. PRAY!

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD WORKSHOP

We will be working Saturday morning to pack pencil bags and to prepare items for placement in “Shoeboxes”. Believe me, there is a job for everyone! We need those who can count items, cut tags, take items out of packaging, sharpen pencils, repackage items, sort items by age groups/sizes, cut paper dolls, stuff toys, bag marbles, etc. Come. We’ll find a job for you.

We will meet at 9:00 Saturday in the Fellowship Hall at FBC, Kentwood. One of the best rewards will be getting to know people you don’t know. Come be a part of something that reaches out to children around the world.

ANNIE ARMSTRONG TEA

• Saturday, March 5
• FBC, Greensburg
• Given by WMU ladies of Two Rivers Baptist Association
• Bring a friend.
• Learn about the Annie Armstrong Offering

BLOOD DRIVE TO REPLACE 111 UNITS OF BLOOD GIVEN TO ELISABETH SANDERS

• Sunday from 12:00 to 5:00
• Fellowship Hall of FBC, Kentwood
• Eat a good meal before giving blood./Snacks provided
• Everyone get a t-shirt
• Encourage the family by doing this.

THE FEBRUARY MISSIONS PROJECT was to provide clothing (T-shirts, underwear, bandanas, and socks). If you have not already turned in your contributions, it is not too late. See me at church, leave donation on table in room next to choir room, or leave in the church office. Thanks for your help.

Please continue to pray for those on your PRAYER LIST. There are many needs.

THANKS FOR READING AND PRAYING. YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Anna Lee

Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you,

if you have faith and do not doubt,

not only can you do what was done to the fig tree,

but also you can say to this mountain,

‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’

and it will be done.

~Matthew 21:21~

Please stay in prayer for Ukraine., Russia, America, and other countries. Pray for leaders, military, and others connected to today’s issues.

Read and write Scripture today.

February 27 – Romans 8:37-39

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‘Miracle from God’ needed, Ukrainian Baptist leader, Southwestern alum, says

Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer for North American Missions

The Week of Prayer for North American missions is annually observed by SBC churches to pray for missionaries, their ministries and their families. Prayer is the fuel for spiritually sustaining missionaries in places where the gospel is greatly needed, but often opposed.

The official date is the first Sunday in March through the second Sunday. This year it is March 6-13, 2022. Your church can choose this date or another time during the Easter season to participate. The offering goal for this year is $70 million.

Day One – Sunday

United to Reach the Nations in our Neighborhoods

Don’t forget to share an invitation for the Annie Armstrong Tea at FBC, Greensburg Saturday at 10 A.M. and the OCC, “Shoebox” workshop at FBC, Kentwood at 9 A.M Saturday. Sometimes, there are hard choices to make. David and I will be at the OCC workshop.

Don’t forget to pray!

Anna Lee

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

~Galatians 5:22-23~

Request from Jan Hammons

Please add Darrell’s friend and former pastor, Dr. Michael Hawley, retired pastor from Ponchatoula, to the prayer link.  He has a large growth on the artery from the kidney to the heart.  He is seeing a surgeon today (Friday).  Thanks.

Please pray for all the people with colds due to the changing weather conditions. Colds can make people miserable and return again and again.

Katherine McGehee Bryan

April 20, 1930 – February 22, 2022

Katherine McGehee Bryan 91, of Kentwood, LA passed away February 22, 2022 at her son’s residence in Denham Springs.

Visitation will be Saturday March 5, 2022 at East Fork Baptist Church 17278 Hwy 1054 Kentwood, LA from 9:00 AM until services at 11:00.  Rev. James Avance will officiate. 

Hartman Jones Funeral Home of McComb will be in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Bryan was born on April 20, 1930 in Tangipahoa Parish, LA to Holt and Gladys McDaniel McGehee.

She was a telephone operator many years ago for Southern Bell Phone Co.  She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.  Serving her family was what she lived for.  She was a homemaker and longtime member of East Fork Baptist Church in Kentwood.

Mrs. Bryan is preceded in death by her parents; her husband David Monroe Bryan Jr.; her grandchildren Richard Neil Bryan, Jr., Raina Nicole Bryan and Jessica Travis; two sisters Jerry Nell Benefield and JoAnn Ingram.

She is survived by three sons and daughters in law Richard Neil Bryan Sr. (Anita) of Denham Springs, LA, Bobby Brent Bryan (Melessa) of Osyka, MS, David Brad Bryan (Melissa) of Kentwood, LA; one sister Bobbie Coltharp of Logan, UT; 11 grandchildren and numerous great grandchild

Teresa Thibodeaux

May 04, 1959 – February 23, 2022

A resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at her home. She was born May 4, 1959 in Jackson, MS and was 62 years of age. She is survived by her 2 children, Michael Anthony (Aimee) of Livingston, Kristi Hyde of Roseland; grandchildren, Alexander “AJ” Hyde, Brooke Hyde, Reagan Anthony, Coltyn “Bubba” Hyde, and Rylie Anthony; nieces and nephews, Josh Thibodeaux (Desiree), Justin Thibodeaux (Tammy), and Fallon Thibodeaux (Bill); great-nieces and nephews, Brody Thibodeaux, Landry Thibodeaux, Caden McKinney, Joleigh Thibodeaux, and Paisleigh Thibodeaux; mother, Barbara Ann Thibodeaux. Preceded in death by her father, A. F. Thibodeaux, III; brother, A. F. “Bubba” Thibodeaux, IV; son-in-law, John Hyde; grandparents, Alexander Forrest Thibodeaux, Jr. and Mattie Mabry Thibodeaux and Charles Clogston and Elizabeth Clogston. Pallbearers will be Josh Thibodeaux, Justin Thibodeaux, Mike Dingler, George Ricks, Hayden Rushing and Hunter Rushing. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Monday. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00AM on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Crystal Springs Cemetery, Crystal Springs, MS. Services conducted by Pastor Michael Matthews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to McKneely Funeral Home. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Read and Write Scripture Today

February 26 – Matthew 22: 37-39

Starting tomorrow – Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer for North American Missions

Have a great day. Be sure to do something to help others today.

Anna Lee

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.

~Hebrews 11:1~

Jeana Russell Brown‘s surgery went well. She’s home and recovering.

I’m sad to say Helen Frey Breen who grew up in Amite passed away. Her services will be in Shreveport.

John Eddie “Hobo” Jackson

December 23, 1938 – February 23, 2022

A resident of Clinton, LA, died at 6:30AM, Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at Our Lady of The Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born December 23, 1938 in Grangeville, LA and was 83 years of age. He was retired from the State of Louisiana and was a cattle farmer. He is survived by a brother, Roy Jackson and wife Carolyn of Watson; four sisters, Gladys Kelly and husband Billy of Slaughter, LA, Peggy Stevens of Bluff Creek, Betty Jackson of Clinton, LA and Mildred Jason and husband Michael of Ponchatoula, LA; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, John and Gladys Jackson of Grangeville; brother, Tom Jackson and wife Helen of Denham Springs; sister, Shirley Jackson Stevens of Slaughter. Graveside Services will be held at Pine Ridge Cemetery, Kentwood, LA on Monday, February 28, 2022 at 10:00AM. Services conducted by Rev. Cole Permenter. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

You’ll find current articles about the church in Ukraine in these publications.

Baptist Press

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Baptist Message

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I read some comments from OCC shoebox packers that said they had received thank-you notes from children in the Ukraine who have already received shoeboxes. It is comforting to know the shoeboxes have already impacted lives of children and families there. Many of the Ukraine have strong religious beliefs. Let’s pray that faith helps the people through these difficult days.

Prayers and actions impact lives. Remember this quote – “Put feet to your prayers.” Do that today!

Anna Lee

I almost forgot –

Read and write Scripture today.

February 25 – Psalm 89:2

I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live,

but Christ lives in me. 

The life I now live in the body,

I live by faith in the Son of God, 

who loved me and gave himself for me.

~Galatians 2:20 NIV~

Donna Bennett did not get good reports on yesterday’s colonoscopy. She has cancer and plans are being made for treatment. The good report from yesterday is that her food tube was removed. Please pray for Donna and Robert.

Anderson Leto is better and is now back at home. Thank-you for praying for this newborn. Please pray for this young family. Three babies is surely a challenge!

The obituary for “Miss” Kitty is not available at this time, but I will post it when it becomes available.

Read and write Scripture

February 24 – Galatians 2: 20

OCC

Thanks for the boys’ underwear purchased by one class. More is still needed, but I learned of more that will be purchased by another class. I was given money to buy clothing for the girls while a class member will purchase for the boys. I hope to be able to show them my purchases and receipts Sunday. Thanks to these classes, and others, for helping with purchases of clothing this month. It’s not too late to help, even if you have not started yet.

I’m so thankful for all the readers and prayer partners.

Anna Lee

I have fought the good fight,

I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

~2 Timothy 4:7~

Please pray for Donna Bennett, wife of my classmate, Robert Bennett, as she has a test and some procedures done in Monroe. They are praying for an all-clear to her cancer. Please pray with them today.

Helen Frey Breen has been moved to hospice. Please pray for her and her family.

Mrs. Kitty Bryan passed away. Her obituary will become available this afternoon. Please pray for her family.

Jennifer R. Wallace

July 22, 1973 – February 22, 2022

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at her home in Kentwood, LA. She was born July 22, 1973 in Hammond, LA and was 48 years of age. She is survived by her 2 sons. Daniel Holliday and Justin Wallace, Sr. and wife, Deanna; 2 daughters, Heather Hebert and husband, Zachri and Tiffany Naquin and husband, Dakota; grandchildren, Natalie Hebert, Bentlie Hebert, Mia Wallace, Heidi Hebert, Alayna Naquin, Olivia Naquin, Kynlee Naquin, and Justin Wallace, Jr.; Mother, Barbara Holliday; father, Donald Holliday, Sr.; 1 brother, Donald Holliday. Sr.; 2 sisters, Kim Gardner and husband, Derek and Laura Gill and husband, Johnny. Preceded in death by her niece, Harley Holliday; grandmother, Patricia Hart; grandfather, William Hart, Sr.; grandson, Payton Wallace. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 10:00AM until religious services at 12:00PM on Thursday, February 24, 2022. Interment Hyde Cemetery, Chesbrough, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

David‘s oncologist was almost speechless when she saw him yesterday. Instead of saying come back next week, she told him to come back in six months or one year! Thank-you, God, for David’s good health!

I will give you an update on my back. It is much better! I am able to walk much more than in the last few months. Thank-you, God!

Read and write the Bible today.

February 23 – I John 4: 9-11

Thank-you for reading and praying.

Anna Lee

30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be fa

~Isaiah 40:30-31~

Today, we want to say “Happy third birthday, Josiah” to a little miracle child who smiles all the time. It takes a team to care for him on a regular basis. Let’s pray for Josiah, his family, and other members of that caring team.

Please pray for Mrs. Mildred Birch. She is active for her age, but doesn’t appreciate when it when her body acts up trying to slow her down. Your prayers will be appreciated.

Jeana Russell Brown will be having another surgery tomorrow. Pray all goes well and recovery is quick.

An awful incident in a park in McComb Sunday afternoon caused the death of one child and left another child fighting for his life. Please pray for children to be safe as they play. Also, pray for older teens to find ways to live without harming others.

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READ AND WRITE THE SCRIPTURE

February 22 – Romand 13: 9-10

OCC

I’m thankful for the lady who brought socks and underwear for our shoeboxes for th the 2-4 year old boys and girls Sunday. I also know of someone who is ordering underwear and another family who has been supplying socks. Each donor makes a difference. If you are unsure of what we need, just ask me.

Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer – Next week.

Anna Lee

Charlie Schwartz asks for prayer for his great-grandson, Anderson Lato, who has been taken to OLOL because he is not gaining weight and has some blood issues. I know your prayers will be appreciated.

Elisabeth H. Sanders

October 19, 1970 – February 20, 2022

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. She was born October 19, 1970 in Hammond, LA and was 51 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 16 years, Steve Sanders; daughter, Emily Daniels Pupo and husband, Anthony; sons, Jacob Daniels and wife, Mattie, Nathan Daniels and fiancé, Deanna, and Logan Sanders; grandson, Owen Daniels; mother, Theople Hurst; brothers, Randle Varnado and Mike Hurst. Preceded in death by her father, Warren Hurst. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Kentwood from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Thursday, February 24, 2022. Services conducted by Bro. Darryl Miller. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. In lieu of flowers you may donate blood in honor of her name or donations to Samaritans Purse. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Please be in prayer for this family too.

Look to the LORD and his strength;

seek his face always.

~1 Chronicles 16:11~

Sometimes this is the only comment we need to give to people who are troubled or burdened.

Donald Earl ” Straw Boss” Jenkins, Sr.

September 15, 1947 – February 19, 2022

A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, LA. He was born September 15, 1947 in Franklinton, LA and was 74 years of age. He was a volunteer fire fighter with North St. Helena Fire Department and served in the Navy. He retired from the police jury, was a truck driver and worked at East Louisiana State Hospital. He enjoyed fishing, riding on his side by side and his 4 wheeler. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. He had a heart of gold and would always help anyone day or night if they needed him. He was an avid Nascar, LSU and Saints fan. On his CB radio he went by the handle of “Straw Boss”. He is survived by his children, Donna Jane Varnado and husband, Chris Varnado, Donald Earl Jenkins, Jr. and wife Joline Jenkins, Jason Jenkins and husband, Ellis Bonaventure; mother of his children, Bettie Bardwell and her husband, Reggie Bardwell; significant other, Betty Thomas; and her children, Chadrick and Channing Guyllette, Maranda Thomas, and Marisa and her husband, Caleb McAdams; 1 brother, Russell Jenkins and wife, Mary; 6 grandchildren, Ashley Howell, Jonathan Howell and wife Heather, Richard Howell and wife Ashley, Megan Hammock and husband Kyle, Cameron Jenkins and wife , Jamie, and Tristan Jenkins; numerous nieces and nephews; numerous great-grandchildren; Preceded in death by his mother and father, Wilkie and Wallace Jenkins; brother, Wallace Jenkins, Jr.; Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Tuesday and from 11:00AM until religious services at 2:00PM on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. Services conducted by Bro. Jimmy Miller. Pallbearers, Tristan Jenkins, Cameron Jenkins, Caleb McAdams, Richard Howell, Jonathan Howell, and Channing Guyllette. Honarary Pallbearers, Reggie Bardwell and Kyle Hammock. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Elisabeth Hurst Sanders passed away. I’ll share her obituary when one is available. Please be in prayer for her family.

READ AND WRITE SCRIPTURE TODAY

February 21 – Romans 13: 8

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If you have not already done done, mark your calendar for our OCC workday on March 5 at 9 A.M.

Anna Lee

“There is no one holy like the LORD;

there is no one besides you;

there is no Rock like our God.

~1 Samuel 2:2~

Telecia Brewington

April 19, 1953 – February 18, 2022

A resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022 at her home. She was born April 19, 1953 in Philadelphia, PA and was 68 years of age. She is survived by her son, Craig Frazier; daughter, Keysha Lockett; 3 grandchildren, Craig Frazier, Jr., Kortney Robinson, II, and Kortlyn Robinson; sister, Iona “Polly” Rushing. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Dorothy Brewington; grandson, Greg Aneal Frazier; and a nephew, Henry “Pooche” Nettles. Graveside Services will be held at Strickland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

JOSEPH EARLO LEVATINO

March 21, 1926 – February 18, 2022

U.S. Army Veteran  

A resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022 at Golden Age Nursing Home in Denham Springs, LA. He was born March 21, 1926 in Independence, LA and was 95 years of age. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of World War II and a recipient of a Purple Heart and Victory Medal. He is survived by his 2 sons, Jerry L. Levatino and wife Lynda Lively Levatino and Kenneth W. Levatino; 4 grandchildren, Jenny M. Levatino, Steven P. Levatino, Nathan Joseph Levatino, and LeAnna Grace Levatino; great-granddaughter, Kaylee B. Lanier. Preceded in death by his wife, Irma Ruth Bennett Levatino; parents, Sam and Idell Fletcher Levatino; son, James Earlo Levatino; and brother, Sammy Levatino, Jr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Monday, February 21, 2022. Services conducted by Bro. Chase Permenter. Interment Pine Hill Cemetery, Arcola, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Pray for the many people having medical tests and procedures this week.

READ AND WRITE SCRIPTURES THIS YEAR.

February 20 – Galatians 5: 22-23

Special thanks to those who helped COUNT items we have for our “Shoeboxes” yesterday so we will have numbers to help us as we plan for shopping and packing in the coming months.

FEBRUARY MISSION PROJECT

OCC Clothing Items

• T-Shirts – Sizes 4, 8, and 14
• Underwear Sizes 4, 8, and 14
• Bandanas
• Scarves

COMING NEXT WEEK

Annie Armstrong Week of Prayer for North America

This will be our Mission Project for March.

Don’t forget, this is the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee