Category: WMU

Saturday

For I know the plans I have for you,”

declares the LORD,

“plans to prosper you and not to harm you,

plans to give you hope and a future.

 

Mrs. Mary Nell Kliesch has been moved to North Oaks Rehab and will begin physical therapy Monday.  Please keep her in your prayers.

 

Johnnie Shotts Byrd

Born: February 01, 1931
Died: January 14, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3559248&fh_id=10545

 

It seems like our area has had a large number of deaths lately.  Please remember all these families in your prayers.  Today, in the Kentwood area, two large families, Wales and Blackwell, will honor their loved ones.

 

Scripture Writing – Philippians 4:4-9

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

    Looking Ahead

    • Sunday and Wednesday – services in our local churches
    • Two River’s Quarterly meeting at EFBC Monday at 10:00
    • Third Thursday at the cabin – Thursday at 6:15
    • “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – January 26th at 11:00
    • January Bible Study (2 Corinthians) – New Zion Baptist Church – Sunday-Wednesday
    • Ladies Night – February 25 at 6:15 at FBC,K
    • Bible Study at FBC, K – Fridays at 10 A.M.

     

    The more you serve, the more you grow!

    Anna Lee

    Friday

    Be strong and courageous.

    Do not be afraid or terrified because of them,

    for the LORD your God goes with you;

    he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

    ~Deuteronomy 31:6~

    The sign at Tangipahoa Baptist church this week says

         “Do not be afraid.     – God-

    Please pray for two well-known local men who had had their share of health issues lately, Sherman Cutrer and Larry Watts.

    Two obituaries you may be interested in

     

    Scripture Writing – Isaiah 40:28-31

    Baptist Press – bpnews.net

     

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

    Today is a good day to sign up for the blood drive for Mr. James Miller.  It will be on January 24th from 9:00 – 3:00 in the fellowship hall of FBC, Kentwood.  Call 229-8111 to get your name on the list.  That will be important in having adequate personnel, equipment, and supplies.

     

    WMU Memorial Service 

    • Monday, January 18th at East Fork Baptist Church
    • Honoring the memories of Mrs. Hellen Morris of FBC and Mrs. Cynthia Smith of EFBC
    • Schedule
      • 9:00 – Leadership Team
      • 10:00 – Memorial Service
      • 11:00 – Potluck Lunch

    Thanks for reading and praying today.  I trust you found something useful to your life here today.

    Anna Lee

    Sunday

    Scripture shared by Dr. Waylon Bailey, pastor of FBC, Covington (The Purpose and Values of Life – http://waylonbailey.com/2016/01/08/the-purpose-and-values-of-life/)

    “God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability,  

    but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape,

    that you may be able to endure it.”

    ~1 Corinthians 10:13~

    Mrs. Susie Wales – The last I heard from the Wales family was that the family would not learn anything else last night.

    Joey and Rory Feek – http://thislifeilive.com/

     

    Scripture Writing – Mark 12:28-33

     

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

    Weekend Favorites

     

     Ministry Announcements

    • This afternoon at 3:30, we will meet in my classroom to plan for our next ladies’ night.  
    • The Friday Morning Bible Study of John will meet Thursday due to school being out for the grandchildren of three members of the class.
    • Monday, January 18th, we will have out quarterly WMU meeting to honor the lives of WMU ladies who passed away in 2015.  Mrs. Hellen Morris was the WMU leader at FBC,K for many years.  Come honor her life.  We will be at EFBC.  The meeting begins at 10:00 and ends with a potluck lunch about 11:00.  I hope you will come.
    • Tuesday, January 26th, the “young” ladies from our church with January birthdays will be honored at our monthly birthday party.  We meet at The Cafe at 11:00 A.M.  Mrs. Barbara Hutchinson will be in charge this month.

     

    God provides sunshine and rain, even colder temperatures.  Get out and go to His house today to thank him for this day!

    Anna Lee

     

     

     

    New Years Eve

    Great peace have they who love your law,

    and nothing can make them stumble.

    ~ Psalm 119:165~

    Today is the day left to choose a Bible reading plan for 2016.  Bro. Joey mentioned plans at prayer meeting last night.  Bro. Don Meadows posted his on Facebook this morning.  I will be doing Scripture Writing and have already shared the January Scriptures with others.  I plan to share daily on here, but if someone wants it by the month or year, please ask me to send it to them that way.

     

     

    Please pray for my friend and former student, Lisa Whitner Carruth, who begins her next round of treatment today.

    Update on Mrs. Mary Nell Kliesch shared by her daughter-in-law, Pam:

    Good day for Mrs. Mary Kliesch…tests showed no blockages, she got the tube removed, and she is able to eat a liquid diet. We just need to pray that she can stand and walk soon! Thank you everybody for the prayers…they worked and the Lord blessed her.

    Joey Feek – http://www.gospelherald.com/articles/61031/20151230/dying-joey-martin-feek-of-music-duo-joey-rory-celebrates-incredible-christmas-with-family-by-grace-of-god.htm

     

     

    There will be a blood drive on January 24th to replace blood used by Mr. James Miller.  That’s a Sunday.  The plans are to begin in the morning and continue into the afternoon, but the exact hours are not established yet.  Soon, you will be able to call the church office and schedule a time to give.

     

     

    Baptist Press – bpnews.net

    Read the Bible in 2015 – COMPLETED YESTERDAY!

    Scripture Writing – Today, the instructions say for you to write any verse(s) you choose.  You can write some favorite, one you are trying to learn, or one that means something special to you today.

    Lottie Moon Offering – According to the figures Bro. Joey shared last night, FBC,Kentwood has already given 80% of their goal.  I’m happy and thankful.  We’ll be at 100+% soon.

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

    I’ve often heard this is a day that many people are depressed.  If this fits you or anyone you know, please read the devotional and watch the Youtube just above here. Your life can have purpose far greater than your ever dreamed.

    Anna Lee

    Tuesday

    Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you;

    he will never let the righteous fall.

    ~Psalm 55:22~

    Mr. James Miller needed two more units of blood and platelets yesterday.  To help keep blood available for those like him who need it, there will be a blood drive on Sunday, January  24th.  I’ll tell you more later, but mark your calendar now.  (David and I have had the opportunity to be with Mr. James when he got blood or platelets.  The unit at the hospital was full each time.  This let me know again how important blood drives are.)

    Mrs. Mary Nell Kliesch is in North Oaks, room 3222.

    Latest news on Mrs. Mary Kliesch…they will do x-rays tomorrow to decide if surgery is needed…if they see a blockage in gastro-intestinal area. We are praying surgery will not be needed. Her blood pressure is ok now. She is still not able to stand or walk. Prayers are needed…Thank you!!!                                          ~Written by Pam Kliesch~

    Johnny Belgard is still at Ochsner Hospital.  His improvement is slow, but seems to be headed in the right direction.  Please continue to pray for him.

    Johnny “Lil Man” Santangello and family

     

     

    Baptist Press – bpnews.net

    Read the Bible in 2015 – Esther 6-10

    Read the Bible in 2016 – If you would like to select a daily devotional and a daily Bible reading plan, please check out this page

    – https://www.biblegateway.com/landing/newyear/

    Scripture Writing – December 29th – James 1: 16-18

     

     

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

     

     

     

    Opportunities

    • Blood Drive 
      • January 24th
      • FBC, Kentwood
      • Help replenish blood given to Mr. James Miller
      • Make blood available to others in our area
    • Frozen Food for Families
      • 1st Sunday of each month
      • Bring your frozen food to my classroom before Sunday School
      • Food will be given out Sunday afternoon
    • Bible study of “John” – Chapter 1
      • Fridays at 10:00 in Fellowship Hall of FBC,K
      • January 8th
      • All ladies are invited to attend.
    • Today – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – Celebrate birthdays of ladies of FBC,K
      • 11 A.M.
      • Meet in side room
    • Associational WMU
      • East Fork
      • Monday, January 18th
      • Honoring WMU ladies who passed away in 205
    • Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions
      • Gifts given Sunday will be counted today.
      • Let’s meet & exceed our goal again this year.
    • Third Thursday at the Cabin – Make plans to join us at the cabin next month for our monthly gathering.  You will always be welcome.  We meet at 6:30.  Each month is unique in many ways.  Come see for yourself.

     

     

    Have a wonderful day.  Enjoy some more weather more like winter,

    Anna Lee

    Sunday

    Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host

    appeared with the angel,

    praising God and saying,

    “Glory to God in the highest,

    and on earth peace to men

    on whom his favor rests.”

    ~Luke 2:13-14~

    Kristi Allen

    Born: October 03, 1980
    Died: December 24, 2015

    http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3536083&fh_id=10545

    Elizabeth “Betty” Pevey Lee

    Born: April 30, 1933
    Died: December 25, 2015

    http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3536108

     

     

    Read the Bible in 2015 – Jude – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jude+1&version=NIV

    Scripture Writing – Philippians 2:5-8 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians+2%3A5-8&version=NIV

    Lottie Moon Offering -Let’s continue to support our international missionaries, those returning to the states and those staying on the field.

     

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

    “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party

    • Tuesday
    • 11 A.M.
    • The Cafe
    • Celebrating December Birthdays

     

    Two Rivers Associational WMU

    • Quarterly Meeting
    • East Fork Baptist Church
    • Third Monday – January 18th
    • Memorial Service for members who passed away in 2015

     

    Have a wonderful Lord’s Day!

    Anna Lee

    Saturday

     

    10 But the angel said to them,

    “Do not be afraid.

    I bring you good news of great joy

    that will be for all the people.

    11 Today in the town of David

    a Savior has been born to you;

    he is Christ the Lord.

    12 This will be a sign to you:

    You will find a baby wrapped in cloths

    and lying in a manger.”

    ~Luke 2:10-12~

     

     

    Yesterday‘s rain and warm temperatures made for a different Christmas in 2015.  I thank God for the day, regardless of the temperature or the rain.

     

    Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party at The Cafe to celebrate December birthdays (11:00 A.M.)

     

    Read the Bible in 2015 – Acts 27-28

    Scripture Writing – Galatians 4:4-7

     

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song 

     

    Waylon Bailey – WaylonBailey.com

    Thom S. Rainer – TomRainer.com

     

    Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – International Mission Board – “Making Disciples and Multiplying Churches” – http://www.imb.org/about-us/history.aspx#.Vn59tMArLx4

    Let’s do our part in making disciples here and around the world!

    Anna Lee

     

    Christmas 2015

    “Behold, the virgin shall be with child,

    and bear a Son,

    and they shall call His name Immanuel,”

    which is translated, “God with us.”

    ~Matthew 1:23 (NKJV)~

     

    Dan Turner’s Story

    Update & Merry Christmas

    by DanMan

    It’s been a few weeks since I updated everyone on my progress and I wanted to get in here and share what I think is good news. Today is Christmas Eve and I’ve had two more follow-up appointments since my last update. My intrathecal Baclofen (ITB) pump dose is now at 500 mcg/day and the spasticity of my left leg, ankle, and foot is nearly gone. My left hand is still lagging behind just a little bit, but still, it is better.
    Since things have improved enough to allow me to start setting new goals for myself, I started back to school on December 7. I got to where I was comfortable enough to sit at my desk and do course-work. I just wanted another degree in a field where I have great interest. I enrolled at ITT Technical Institute and am working toward a Bachelor’s Degree of Information Systems & Cyber Security—who knows where that could lead in the future? I’m just enjoying learning and making good grades again—I’ve missed accomplishing things like that and am very thankful to be able to do it again! I must say, I am totally impressed with the level of professionalism and customer service at ITT Tech. I have an assigned counselor, Mark, that really went above and beyond to get me started and he still calls every few days to make sure all is going well.
    Additionally, I began working out this morning—especially focusing on strengthening my left leg. My left leg felt like a boiled noodle when I finished. I anticipate some soreness over the next few days, but soreness means “progress”—bring it on!
    Anyway, I just wanted to drop in and update everyone. I hope you all have a very merry Christmas!

    Betty Hoyt Cox

    Born: July 22, 1941
    Died: December 19, 2015

    http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3531997

    Bodie Paul James

    Born: November 05, 2002
    Died: December 23, 2015

    http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3535167

    James “Captain Jim” Taylor

    Born: June 20, 1940
    Died: December 24, 2015

    http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3535055

     

     

    Read the Bible in 2015 – Revelations 18-22

    Scripture Writing – Luke 2:17-20

     

     

    Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Support Returning Field Personnel

     

     

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

    As you enjoy your family today, please remember why we have this wonderful holiday!

    Anna Lee

    Christmas Eve

    While they were there,

    the time came for the baby to be born,

     and she gave birth to her firstborn,

    a son.

    She wrapped him in cloths

    and placed him in a manger,

    because there was no room

    for them in the inn.

    Luke 2:6-7

    Frieda Jones

    PRAYER OF THANKS!!! I DO NOT HAVE TO TAKE THE CHEMO TREATMENTS. I GO TO THE ONCOLOGIST IN TWO WEEKS. SHE WILL PRESCRIBE THE CHEMO TABLET THAT I TAKE FOR FIVE YEARS. I AM HEALING SLOWLY. I AM THANKFUL TO EACH OF YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED PRAYERS FOR MY HEALING BOTH PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL. HOLIDAYS ARE EXTREMELY ROUGH!!! RIGHT NOW EVERYDAY IS ROUGH. GOD IS BETTER TO ME THAN I DESERVE!!! HE PROVIDES FOR ME BEFORE I EVEN KNOW I HAVE THE NEED!!
    MERRY CHRISTMAS. LOVE YOU ALL. GOD BLESS.

    Angie Nielson’s dad passed away.  Please pray for the Edmonson family.

    David got a good report from his PET scan yesterday.  As a precautionary measure, he will have a bronchoscopy after the holidays.  That procedure can be the focus of your prayers for him for now.

    Read the Bible in 2015 – Song of Songs 7-8

    Scripture Writing – Luke 2:13-16

    Baptist Press – bpnews.net

    Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

    Don’t forget the Christmas Eve services tonight.  The one at Pine Ridge begins at 5 P.M.

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

     

    May your celebration be a blessing on your life and the life of others.

    Anna Lee

    Wednesday

    Christmas is about our eternity!

    “But to all who believed him and accepted him,

    he gave the right to become children of God.”

    ~John1:12 NLT, 2nd ed.~

    Christmas is a wonderful time of the year for most people, but many people are burdened with problems, sicknesses, death, sad memories from past Christmas seasons, etc.  We all know some people in those situations.  We, not just you, should be thoughtful and kind to these folks, especially during the Christmas season.

    Maybe we can help turn on their Christmas spirit of even light up their world with the message of why we celebrate this season of the year.  It is about a “light” much better and more lasting than any Christmas light.  It’s about Jesus and the reason he came to earth.

    Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 146-148

    Scripture Writing – Luke 1:46-50

    Baptist Press – bpnews.net

    Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

    Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

     

    Mission Trip – Pray for the youth and adults from New Zion and East Fork as they return home today.  Thank God for their willingness and hard work!

     

    Brenda Fay Stevens Catalanotto

    Born: July 10, 1949
    Died: December 20, 2015

    http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3533404&fh_id=10545

    Family Christmas Supper and Candlelight Service at FBC,K tonight

    • Supper at 6
    • Candlelight service at 7

     

    Be sure to include Christ in your Christmas!

    Anna Lee