For where your treasure is,

there your heart will be also.

Matthew 6:21

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for families. Family members are drawn many different directions that often draw them from church. Their focus is not on God. Pray for them to think about the eternal benefits of being in church.

Prayer Request

James Rimes sent a request:

Please pray for Debbie Christy, Elaine Ccutrer’s granddaughter. She is in ICU at OLOL. Doctors are trying to diagnose her problem. She’s a cancer survivor.

Obituary

Wendy Lee Wiegel

June 3, 1964 – May 14, 2024

Wendy was a resident of Denham Springs, La, and passed away on May 14th, 2024 at HCA Florida Lake City hospital in Lake City, FL., she was 59 years of age. She was born June 3, 1964, in Cherry Point, NC. Wendy was a graduate of Belaire High, class of 1982, and retired from the Department of Environmental Quality after 25 years. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey (Keanan) Wiegel; grandsons, Brady & Bryce Wiegel; sister, Kelley (Roger) Gingles; nieces, Melanie (Mark) Riff and Rachel Gingles. Wendy was preceded in death by her parents, Willie & Arlene Broome; brother, Willie Broome Jr.. Wendy was devoted to her family, friends, and her faith. She was known to give whatever she could spare, and loved her family deeply. In keeping with Wendy’s loving and generous spirit, her passing will touch countless others as it was her last wish to donate her organs and tissues. A graveside service will be held at Woodland Cemetery, in Kentwood, La. on Saturday, June 22, at 9:00am. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

INVITATION

You are invited to a special informative meeting concerning Operation Christmas Child. A couple who have packed many, many boxes will be speaking. They surely have a lot of knowledge. to share! The meeting is in Robert at a church that has a sign saying Crossgate Church. The meeting is from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. There are no tickets and no cost. Just tell them I invited you. Everyone form our area is invited!

Louisiana Baptist Message

https://www.baptistmessage.com/

Learn about some things happening in our Louisiana Churches.

Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Get update from Southern Baptists across our country.

Read the Bible Today

• June 18
• I Kings 11:1 – 12:11
• Psalm 73:13-21
• Proverbs 16:1-2
• John 19:5-24

Prayer is Important

Probably, may of us need to improve our prayer life. I hope something or some things here will help you pray today.

Anna Lee

Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.”

Acts 3:6

Prayer Request

Kaye Roberts asked for prayer for her nephew, Blair, who is seeing doctors at M. D. Anderson for treatment of a spot in his remaining kidney. Please be in prayer for Blair Alford.

Read the Bible Every Day

• June 17
• I Kings 9:1 – 10:29
• Psalm 73:7-12
• Proverbs 15:32-33
• John 18:25 – 19:4

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s focus our prayers on teachers and students in summer classes. Let’s also remember the churches in our area that are having VBS this week.

I appreciate you for faithfully reading TPL and following through with your prayers.

Anna Lee

As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him.

Psalm 103:13

I thank God for my daddy and the daddy to my children. I’ve been blessed.

Read the Bible Every Day

• Sunday
• I Kings 8:1-66
• Psalm 73:1-6
• Proverbs 15:30-31
• John 18:1-24

This is the Lord’s Day. Be sure to give Him honor in the things you do today.

Prayer Focus Today

Please pray for the family who lost a mother and a young daughter in Loranger. Pray for all connected to this family. Also, please add your prayers for the police who have been involved in solving this case.

I love to communicate with you each morning. Thank you for reading.

Anna Lee

Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the LORD Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.

Malachi 3:10

Prayer of Thankfulness

Our friend and neighbor, Kathy Wales, went to the doctor yesterday for an update on her heart problem. The doctor found Kathy’s heart to have improved and described it as “normal” again. Join Chris, Kathy, their family, and church friends in thanking God for this report.

Prayer Request

Pray for Coach Shaw. He was taken back to the hospital Thursday.

Read the Bible Every Day

• June 15
• I Kings 7:1-51
• Psalm 72:15-20
• Proverbs 15:28-29
• John 17:1-26

Baptist Message

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Baptist Press

https://www.baptistpress.com/

Lottie Moon at the Southern Baptist Convention Last Week

The large, interactive display of the life of Lottie Moon has been dismantled and sent back to Richmond, but I have some pictures on my phone if you wish to see them. GOOD NEWS – The IMB plans to make a smaller version kit for churches to have to set up at their own churches. I hope to purchase one for our church. I’ll let you know when the FBC display is ready for viewing and when the kit is ready to set up in your own church.

Adult Sunday School Lesson Tomorrow

Acts 2:41-47

Day of Preparation

Today is our day to finalize our Sunday School lesson and out homes for tomorrow.

Thank-you so much for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.

I Peter 4:14

Thankfulness

We are thankful two of out friends are better and able to come home.

Tom Brister is home following the stents in his heart he got the day before. We went to visit Gail and Tom opened the door for us. We were surprised to see him, but he looks good.

Trey Buckley is home too. We are thankful he improved enough to get home and pray for his continued recovery.

Michael Anthony is having temporary hearing issues. Pray that will be corrected. soon. He said he would be thankful when he can hear enough to get back in church.

Prayer Focus

Let’s pray for all the others in our community who who have various problems. Some may even seem minor to you, but they would not seem so minor to you if they were your problem! Pray for each one to have improvement in God’s time.

I will remember the deeds of the LORD;

yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.

Psalms 77:11

Updates

Bro. Darryl Miller‘s recent tests did not show cancer. Join in with others as we thank God for his report. The doctor did find another problem, but that is easily correctable.

Trey Buckley hasn’t been able to walk enough yet to leave the hospital. Let’s pray that “today is the day”.

New Prayer Request

Tom Brister had two major blockages that led to an unplanned stent procedure yesterday. Please pray for a good recovery.

Obituaries

Frank Moise Saizan

March 2, 1963 – June 7, 2024

“Death is nothing at all.”
Frank Moise Saizan was an extraordinary man that led a tremendous life on his own terms. He was born March 2, 1963 in Independence, LA. He passed away peacefully at his home in Kentwood, LA June 7,2024 surrounded by his three daughters. Everyone that knew Frank would agree he was a force to be reckoned with. A hardworking man with a sharp mind. He lost and built several fortunes with just a highschool education. He  did  not waste his time with small talk. Frank always had big ideas. He enjoyed discussions about the world and society at large. If he wasn’t working, you could find him reading a good book, watching a western, or tending to his land. He was also a championship marksman, winning many competitions throughout the years with his guns. Frank was a proud man. He cared most for his children. Always sacrificing for their benefit, and raising them with a strong constitution. He was a firm believer in God, and often said that God himself is what kept him in check. After a battle with cancer, he has gone to meet the man himself. He is preceded in death by his son Wulfgar Saizan and wife Michaelina ‘Tru’ St.James. He is survived by daughters Carla Saizan Gilless, Samantha Saizan, Elizabeth Saizan; grandchildren Alexander, Athena, Nicholai, Elliott, Victoria; brother Jason Saizan, and nephew Jason Saizan. Per his wishes, Frank will be cremated. A celebration of life will be held June 22, 2024. For details, contact Carla at 2254600439. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of University Medical Center of New Orleans, and to Frank’s truest and best friend Chris Baughman. In lieu of flowers, Frank would want you to go kick someone’s butt today. He will be greatly missed. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Tonya S. Bamber

August 19, 1969 – June 11, 2024

A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 in Greensburg, LA. She was born August 19, 1969 in Greensburg, LA and was 54 years of age. She is survived by her husband of 19 years, Colin Bamber; parents, Harold “Ray” Smith and Linda Whittington Smith; sons, Devin Bonaventure (Lilly), John Bamber; daughter, Danielle Bamber; step-daughter, Laura Tidwell; grandchildren, Chase Ray Bonaventure, Owen Bamber, Kamryn Taber, Karsyn Taber, and Hannah Tidwell; brother, Michael Smith and wife, Judy; sister, Kelli Ellis, and husband, Glenn; niece and nephew, Keaton and Emma Ellis; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Preceded in death by her grandparents, Doris Parish, Irene Easley, L.C. Whittington and Harvey Smith. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Greensburg from 10:00AM until religious services at 12 Noon on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church, 6260 Hwy 10, Greensburg, LA 70441McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

This is the picture I was unable to post yesterday.

Rhonda Pike Penny, age 69, ran into the arms of Jesus on June 10, 2024, after a long, difficult battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was a 1972 graduate of Valley Forge Academy. She studied at Southeastern Louisiana University and worked as a Certified Surgical Technologist at Baton Rouge General Medical center from 1976 through 1991.

Rhonda was born July 7, 1954 in Magnolia, MS, to George P. and Loray B. Pike. She is preceded in death by her husband, John C. Penny, and her long time partner, Larry Bennett.

Survivors include her beloved twin brother George R. Pike (Janet); sisters Glenda Duncan (Buck), and Kathleen Kriedler; her best friend Diane Jones; and her caregiver and friend, Erin Bennett.

Keeping with Rhonda’s wishes, there will be no immediate services, as she requested that her body be donated to LSU Medical for research purposes. There will be a small graveside memorial once her remains are returned to the family.

Donations in Rhonda’s memory can be made toTangipahoa Baptist Church, 40 Highway 440, Kentwood, LA 70444, or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P. O. Box 91891, Washington, D.C. 20090-1891 or nationalmssociety.org

Read the Bible Every Day

• June 13
• I Kings 3:1 – 4:34
• Psalm 72:1-7
• Proverbs 15:24-25
• John 15:11 – 16:4

Have a FANTASTIC day!

Anna Lee

Remember the former things, those of long ago;

I am God, and there is no other;

I am God, and there is none like me.

Isaiah 46:9

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s focus some prayers on the children from our communities who are attending VBS, church camps, and other special events for them this summer. May their young hearts be touched for Jesus.

Obituary

Rhonda Pike Penny, age 69, ran into the arms of Jesus on June 10, 2024, after a long, difficult battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was a 1972 graduate of Valley Forge Academy. She studied at Southeastern Louisiana University and worked as a Certified Surgical Technologist at Baton Rouge General Medical center from 1976 through 1991.
Rhonda was born July 7, 1954 in Magnolia, MS to George P. and Loray B. Pike. She is preceded in death by her husband, John C. Penny, and her long time partner, Larry Bennett.
Survivors include her beloved twin brother, George R. Pike (Janet), sisters Glenda Duncan (Buck), and Kathleen Kriedler. Her best friend, Diane Jones, and her caregiver and friend, Erin Bennett.
Keeping with Rhonda’s wishes, there will be no immediate services, as she requested that her body be donated to LSU Medical for research purposes. There will be a small graveside memorial once her remains are returned to the family.
Donations in Rhonda’s memory can be made to Tangipahoa Baptist Church, 40 Highway 440, Kentwood, LA 70444, or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P. O. Box 91891, Washington, D.C. 20090-1891 or nationalmssociety.org

(I’m sorry I could not post the picture. I will try again another way.)

Read the Bible Every Day

• June 12
• I Kings 2:1-46
• Psalm 71:17-24
• Proverb 15:22-23
• John 14:22 – 15:10

Sharing

As children, we learn the importance of sharing. As adults, we can be on the giving and/or receiving end of sharing. May we find at least one way to share our love for Jesus today.

Anna Lee

Remember the wonders He has done, His miracles, and the judgments He pronounced,

1 Chronicles 16:12

Prayer Requests

Please continue to pray for:

• Trey Buckley as he recovers from yesterday’s back surgery
• Theople Hurst at home recoverying for a fall
• Betty Catherine Hatcher at home waiting for rehab
• Bro. Darryl Miller
• Homebound

Prayer Focus for Summer

Today, we need to pray for all the people who have trouble with the extremely high temperatures of our area. I think this is especially true for those with respiratory problems.

Read the Bible Every Day

• June 11
• I Kings 1:1 -5:3
• Psalm 71:9-16
• Proverbs 15:20-21
• John 14:1-21

Coming together to pray is very important. I appreciate you!

Anna Lee

Greater love has no one than this:

to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.

John 15:13

I hope you had a great weekend and are planning to have a good week.

Prayer Requests

Today, Trey Buckley is having back surgery in Slidell.

Bro. Darryl Miller is getting a report on the tests he had last week.

Read the Bible Every Day

• June 10
• II Samuel 23:8 – 24:25
• Psalm 71:1-8
• Proverbs 15:18-19
• John 13:12-38

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s pray for The Buckley Family and the Miller Family.

Let’s pray for others who are on your prayer list.

Thank God for sending us a little rain in the next few hours.

Thank God for our weekend and the opportunity to attend church servives.

Thank God for possible rain and some cooler temperatures for a while.

Looking Ahead

I asked yesterday, that we focus on others this week. Do so through your prayers and your actions. Do you remember the hymn “Others”? If not you may want to look it up on your phone or computer.

Have a great week!

I have plans to attend a Sundy School lunch tomorrow. Let me know if you would like to go with me. I will gladly pick you up.

Anna Lee

Isaiah 56:5

 To them I will give within my temple and its walls a memorial and a name better than sons and daughters; I will give them an everlasting name that will endure forever.

Isaiah 56:5

Sunday School Scripture for Today

Acts 2 – Arrival of the Holy Spirit

Prayer Focus

Today, let’s focus on our family, neighbors, co-workers, etc., the people we see most often. Pray they will see the spiritual needs they have and strive to meet these needs.

Read the Bible

• June 9
• II Samuel 22:1 – 23:7
• Psalm 70:1-5
• Proverbs 15:16-17
• John 12:34 = 13:11

Obituary

Jeffery L. Alessi

September 23, 1960 – June 7, 2024

A loving husband and father, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024 at home in Kentwood, LA surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 23, 1960 in Independence, LA and was 63 years of age. Jeffery was a U. S. Navy Veteran serving during the Iranian Hostage Crisis. He managed Alessi Video in Kentwood where he met his wife and everyone else in town. He worked in sales for a time and eventually found his calling in the oil and gas industry. Jeffery made lifetime friends wherever he went which included the entire U.S., Russia, Africa, The Middle East, Asia, Australia, Carribean and Canada. He was a top consultant for Planning and Scheduling and taught SAP to numerous people around the world. Jeffery loved LSU Football and never missed a game. He loved classic rock music and passed that love to both of his children. Jeffery loved to travel with his family and made many unforgettable memories together. He will be missed by his extended family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Janet Travis Alessi; son, Skylar Alessi; favorite daughter, Remi Alessi; brothers and sisters, Gloria Magee, Burnell Alessi, Gene Joe Alessi, Jr., Alisa Fussell, Marie Smith, and Cindy Adams;  brother-in-law, Tommy Travis; sister-in-law, Patsy Brumfield; best friend, Toot Yarborough; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Gene Joseph Alessi, Sr. and Gloria Brabham Alessi; brothers, Joseph and Daniel Alessi; brother-in-law, Lige Travis, Jr.; and nephews, Christopher Magee and Davy Travis; niece, Gracie Travis. The family would like to thank Modern Hospice for their kindness and care during this difficult time. Visitation at Taylor Creek Baptist Church, 1936 Hwy 440, Kentwood, LA from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Tuesday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith and Bro. Bruce Worrell. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Vacation Bible School

VBS was a big success despite the bad weather and portions of the church’s educational wing shingles being blown off Tuesday afternoon. If you wish to view the program they presented Friday night, you can look on the Facebook page of FBC, Kentwood, La.

Even though the FBC week of VBS is completed, other churches will be having VBS this week and would welcome your children. Check around today if you would like your child to attend VBS this week or another week this year. Children are always welcome!

Prayers Needed

We seem to have had more than our usual share of bad weather lately. We may even have more next week. Pray this doesn’t happen.

Thank God the bad weather came after VBS was finished for the day and not during the time when so many children were away from their homes. Thank God for protecting all the children, youth, and adults at VBS.

Some of you have family and friends in the nursing home, hospital, or rehab. It is very important that you visit them regularly. It’s good for you and for them. Many of you have relatives in their homes who can benefit from visits from the family. Keep up with the condition of your relatives and be of help in obtaining the medical care they need.

Our word for the week is OTHERS.

Anna Lee