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Tuesday Evening

Mrs. A.J. Redmond fell today and was taken to North Oaks. Pray for her and for her caregiver, Mrs. Betty Catherine Hatcher.

Tiffany Moyer of Osyka is okay. She had made contact with her family.

Jim LeBlanc of Tangipahoa will have cancer surgery tomorrow. Please pray for Jim, Linda, Stewart, and other family members,

Emma Brabham ,who was injured in an automobile accident a few months ago, learned she will not require jaw surgery. Thank God for her progress and continued improvement.

From Becky Lindsey

Please add my dad (Larry Carruth of Greensburg) to the prayer list. He is undergoing treatment for Esophageal Cancer. He continues to have radiation and chemo and we are at the end of this course of treatment. We are praying that the tumors have shrunk and that he is on the road to recovery.

Susan Pitre Miller
(May 8, 1965 – April 30, 2013)

A resident of Amite, died at 2:25 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center in Independence . She was born May 8, 1965 in New Orleans and was 47 years of age. She is survived by her husband, William L. Miller; son, Jason M. Adams; brother, Donnie J. Pitre, all of Amite. Preceded in death by her parents, Norris and Emma Pitre. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Thursday and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 3, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Gary Weiborg. Interment Colonial Mausoleum, Independence. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Linda Wascom
(June 1, 1947 – April 29, 2013)

A resident of Greensburg, she died at 5:10 PM on Monday, April 29, 2013 at her home. She was born June 1, 1947 in New Orleans and was 65 years of age. Survived by husband, Michael Wayne Wascom, Greensburg; 2 daughters, Trudy Lynn Miller, Ponchatoula, and Vicky Adelide Allen, Tickfaw; 1 son, Dustin Joseph Wascom, Albany; 4 grandchildren, Scottie Paine, Independence, Lacey Jae Miller, Independence, Alex Allen, Kentwood, and Gregory Tyrone Cohn, Jr, Ponchatoula; 2 great grandchildren, Brooklyn Nicole Wascom, Hammond and Shyann Faith Allen, Kentwood; 3 sisters, Carolyn Simmons, Amite, Edith Pitre, Wilmer and Betty Crowe, Amite; 1 brother, Kenneth Slocum, Tangipahoa. Preceded in death by parents, Curtis Slocum, Sr. And Joyce Everett Slocum; brother, Curtis Slocum, Jr.; granddaughter, Grenisha Tyronda Jace Cohn and special pet dog, Bam Bam. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Rusty Durand. Interment Wascom Family Cemetery, Greensburg. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Tuesday Addition

One more mission project you may want to support

The local men and women of our local National Guard are serving in the Middle East again. If you would like to send a package to them, send it in care of Dawson Primes.

He will distribute your items among the troops.

Letters, cards, and pictures!

Gillette fusion Razor Blades

Beef jerky

Crystal light pack (sunrise orange and tea with lemon)

I-tunes gift cards are all the rage right now.

Everybody loves homemade cookies.

SSG Dawson Primes

HHC 205th EN BN

APO AE 09366

Tuesday

“With men this is impossible,

but with God all things are possible.”

~Matthew 19:26~

Cali Austin is at M. D. Anderson. According to Pam Austin, a spot has been detected behind one ear. Pray for the family as additional tests are done to determine what this area is and if/how it needs to be treated.

Pray for Dan Turner as he prepares to throw a baseball to begin a game in Jackson Thursday night. What an improvement since his motorcycle accident. Join Dan and his family in thanking God for this improvement. Pray Dan will use his recovery to inspire others and to tell of God’s love and care.

I haven’t got an update on Brock Muse, but we can pray for Brock and his family as they face another day of recovery/treatment.

I haven’t mentioned his name lately, but continue to pray for Bock Sims and his family.

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Devotional – “Fantastic Offers” – http://odb.org/

Missions – “D.C.-AREA CHURCH MEETING ON UNIVERSITY CAMPUS” – http://www.namb.net/nambblogDC.aspx?id=8590124823&blogid=8590117634

Mission Projects

Thanks to those who contributed hats, caps, or money for Zach’s Lidz for Kidz. Baskets are available at FBC, Kentwood for those who would like to be an encouragement to children receiving treatment that causes their precious little heads to lose their hair. This project will be completed on Wednesday, May 15th. As Zach says, “Pay it forward”.
Thanks to those who have contributed money, fabric (100% cotton or flannel), or sewing notions for Lara’s Gowns for Smiles. Baskets are available at FBC,Kentwood for drop off. You can give you financial donations to me or the church office. This project will continue indefinitely.
As you sort through your clothing to mark the end of winter, please put aside hats, sweaters, gloves, winter shoes, and coats. We will collect these items at FBC, Kentwood after May 15th for distribution early next fall.
Thank-you for sharing God’s love by helping with these and other projects. If you are not from this church, you are still welcome to participate. The point is now who or what church participates, it is that people are benefitted by our efforts.

Continue to pray for the many folks who have been listed lately and for the numerous bereaved families in our area.

If you have any names to add, please feel free to share them with me. The more praying, the better!

Anna Lee

Monday Evening

Johnnie Wallace McDaniel
(November 20, 1923 – April 28, 2013)

A resident of Hammond, he died on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. He was born November 20, 1923 in Spring Creek and was 89 years of age. He was a U. S. Navy Veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife, Emma Dean Morgan McDaniel, Hammond; 2 daughters, Janet McDaniel Bankston and husband, Byron, Hammond and Julie McDaniel Shartle and Bryan, Madisonville; 7 grandchildren, Leah, Bolden, Micah, Rebekah, Cain Bankston, and Chloe and Caleb Shartle; sister, JoAnn M. Strickland and husband, Dale, Baton Rouge; 2 brothers, Harold McDaniel, Kentwood, and Clyve McDaniel and wife, Margie, Athens, TX; brother-in-law, Ervin Nebelsick, Utah. Preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Luna McDaniel; brother, Tommy McDaniel; sister, Mary Edna Nebelsick; sister-in-law, Sue McDaniel. Visitation at Spring Creek Baptist Church, Kentwood, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 3, 2013. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith and Rev. L.C. Lord. Interment Spring Creek Cemetery, Kentwood. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Brett Alan Kirkpatrick
(March 11, 1982 – April 27, 2013)

A resident of Walker, he died at 7:07 a.m. on Saturday, April 27, 2013 in Springfield. He was born March 11, 1982 in Metairie and was 31 years of age. He was an Eagle Scout, a graduate of Springfield High School and a boilermaker. Brett is survived by his parents, Edward and Susan Kirkpatrick; brother, Ryan Kirkpatrick and wife, Aimee; 3 nieces, Krislyn, Caroline and Claire Kirkpatrick, all of Springfield; grandfather, John D. Taylor and wife, Sue, Camdenton, MO; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Oresta Frances Drude Pevey
May 5, 1933 – April 28, 2013
Ponchatoula, Louisiana

Oresta Pevey, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 28, 2013. She was born and raised in Ponchatoula, LA. The daughter of Merlin and Doris Drude and older sister of Muriel Cassibry and Robert Drude. For 59 years, she was the loving wife of Reggie Pevey. Dear mother of three daughters: Janet, husband Terrill Collier; Diane, husband Terry Pepitone; and Susan, husband Tim McHugh. Also mother to four sons: Paul, wife Angela; John, wife Terri; David, wife Jeanette; and Dennis, wife Jerri. Honored and adored grandmother of 25, great-grandmother of 11 and friend to many, many more. She graduated from Hotel Dieu School of Nursing. She worked at Seventh Ward and Lallie Kemp hospitals. She also worked as Head Nurse at the Kemp Street Nursing Home. She continued her nurturing skills as she followed Reggie in his real estate career, helping many young families start their lives together. After retirement, she and Reggie enjoyed many trips together, their favorite being Oregon. Her devotion to family and faith will live in our hearts for generations.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that remembrances be made in Oresta Pevey’s name to the St. Joseph Catholic Church “Generation to Generation” fund.
Friends will be received Wednesday, May 1, 2013 from 9:00 am until 11:00 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ponchatoula.
A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 am on Wednesday, with Fr. Cayet Mangiaracina, O.P. officiating.
Interment will follow in the Ponchatoula Cemetery Mausoleum.
A guest book is available at www.harrymckneely.com.

Monday Additions

Yesterday, I heard that 19 year old Tiffany Moyer of Osyka was missing. As of not, I have not heard anything any differently. Please pray for Tiffany and for her family.

Brock Muse had a fall from a horse. He is hospitalized in Jackson, MS. I’m not sure of the extent of his injuries, but I know he and his family need our prayers.

Monday

“So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches?

And if you have not been trustworthy with someone else’s property, who will give you property of your own?

No one can serve two masters.

Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other.

You cannot serve both God and money.”

~Luke 16:11-13 CEV~

For those of you who have heard of the gas explosion in Prague and thought about our family there, Jennie send an email saying they are fine. Thanks about your concern for our family.

Mrs. Mary Womack was able to be in church yesterday. Thank God for her improvement.

The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be at Nyla’s tomorrow at 11 A.M. Birthdays being celebrated are: Mrs. Othell Williams, Mrs. Catherine Yarborough, Mrs. Gail Brister, Mrs. Shirley Frazier, Mrs. Pat Gill, Mrs. Annnie Bell Harrell, Mrs. Julia Forrest, Mrs. Virginia McKenzie, and Mrs. Mary Womack. Thank God for each of these “young” ladies.

We have several friends in Ponchatoula who are siblings. Their mother, Mrs. Pevey, passed from this earth yesterday. The faith of the family members is a strong testament of their mother’s faith. Thank God for Christian mothers! Thank God for the Christian influence of the next generation.

“Reaching out to West, Texas” – Rapid Response Team of Billy Graham Association – http://www.billygraham.org/CrisisResponse/ Watch, pray, and give if God lead you to do so.

Our Daily Bread – “Overcoming Bad News” – http://odb.org/

“Autopsy of a Decreased Church” – http://thomrainer.com/2013/04/27/can-a-dying-church-find-life-six-radical-steps-to-yes/?utm_source=ThomRainer.com&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=f946a78812-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN

NAMB – “MINISTRY OF THE MUNDANE’ LED D.C. CHURCH PLANT’S VISION” – http://www.namb.net/nambblogDC.aspx?id=8590124847&blogid=8590117634

Thanking God, today, for friends, both old and new! They have surely blessed out lives. May we, in turn, be a blessing to others!

Anna Lee

Sunday

“That is why we never give up. T

hough our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.

For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long.

Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever!”

~2 Corinthians 4:15-17 NLT~

Camp Living Water needs nurses this summer.

We need nurses for our CLW camps:
Monday, June 3, 1 p.m. – Thurs. June 6, at 5 p.m. Children’s #1
Monday, July 15 10 a.m. – Fri.. July 19 at 10 a.m. Youth

Keith and Monica Maddox <keithandmonica@bellsouth.net>

Pray for Mrs. Evelyn Bridges. She continues to have problems with dizziness and thus getting around. She will be most appreciative for your prayers on her behalf.

Mrs. Allie Dillon has had a difficult week with blood pressure problems. She’s better, but not her best. She also would be appreciative of your prayers.

Mrs. Susie Wales continues to improve. Each step is a celebration. If all goes well, she will worship with us Mother’s Day. I know she is looking forward to being back in church.

NAMB – CHURCH PLANT REACHES OUT TO HURTING FAMILIES – http://www.namb.net/nambblogIndianapolis.aspx?id=12884902007&blogid=8590116765

Devotional – Our Daily Bread – “Terrifying Moments” – http://odb.org/

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Saturday Afternoon

Ione King
(July 16, 1923 – April 26, 2013)

A resident of Montpelier, she died at 2:20 p.m. on Friday, April 26, 2013 at her home. She was born July 16, 1923 in Pine Grove and was 89 years of age. She and her husband founded Bear Creek Western Store and Steak House. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Linda King and Melba King Giardina and her husband, Kenny; 2 grandchildren, Rebecca King Phillips and Dwayne Giardina; 2 great-grandchildren, Cauy Christopher Phillips and Cady Rose Phillips, all of Montpelier. She was preceded in death by her husband, William B. “W.B.” King; son, Christopher Elliot “Chris” King; parents, Bev and Jincy King; 4 sisters, Vivian Plitt, Gladys Haynes, Eugenia Rawls and Norma Cunningham; 2 brothers, J. C. King and B. T. King, II. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Sunday and at Montpelier United Methodist Church, Montpelier, from 9 a.m. until Religious Services at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 29, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Donald Young. Interment Montpelier Cemetery, Montpelier. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Saturday

“God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts.

Use them well to serve one another”

~1 Peter 4:10 NLT~

Jones’ Family – Please continue to pray for this family. I can’t imagine what it is like to have a son plus five babies. Pray the stream of volunteer helpers doesn’t end yet.

http://gavincarrie.blogspot.com/

Devotional – “Calling You” – http://odb.org/

Missions – “MENTORING RELATIONSHIP SPURS TWIN CITIES PLANT” – http://www.namb.net/nambblogMinnStPaul.aspx?id=12884902532&blogid=8590117526

Baptist Press – https://mail.google.com/mail/?shva=1#inbox/13e48330a6f17253

Tomorrow’s Sunday School lesson for all adults is from Leviticus 26. If you don’t have a book, read from your Bible. You can’t go wrong. If you don’t have a Sunday School class, find you in a church of your choice.

Do something special on this beautiful day.

Anna Lee

Friday

“As for me, I vow that I will not sin against the LORD by ceasing to pray for you.”

~1 Samuel 12:23a~

Mrs. Ruby Luke, mother of Linda Hulkaby, has been hospitalized again. Add her to your prayer list.

Pray for Carol New as she continues to seek a medical help that will improve her quality of life.

Missions – “BHUTANESE REFUGEE NOW PLANTING ATLANTA CHURCH” – http://www.namb.net/nambblogAtlanta.aspx?id=12884902547&blogid=12884901907

Dr. Thom S. Rainer – http://thomrainer.com/about/

Read about this man at the blog site above. I will be sharing some of his blogs and want you to know who the writer is.

Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 11 Things I Learned – http://thomrainer.com/2013/04/24/autopsy-of-a-deceased-church-11-things-i-learned/

Devotional –http://odb.org/

Baptist Press – BPNews.net

Continue to pray for those who have been on our prayer list in the last couple of weeks. Your prayers mean so much to so many people. Thank-you for praying each day.

Anna Lee