Category: Women’s Ministry

Thursday

You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free.

But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh ;

rather, serve one another humbly in love.

Galatians 5:13

 

 

Don’t forget to pray for Linda K. Graves of East Fork as she begins her stay in Slidell.  I’m sure she would appreciate a text or a card, but mainly your prayers.

Andy Taylor’s brother, Hal King, will be having heart surgery in McComb today.  Please pray for Hal and for his family as well as the medical staff caring for him.

Deborah Bales’ mother is very sick.  Pray for peace and comfort for her.  Pray for her family as they sit with her.

Steve Scalise has an infection that has caused him to be moved to ICU again.  Pray for Steve, his family, and those caring for him.

J.D. Smith is doing well at rehab in Hammond.  He will soon be moved to Hood Hospital where he will continue his treatment/recovery from surgery.  Your continued prayers will be greatly appreciated.

Joseph Canale of Amite/Independence has learned of a very serious condition in the medical report yesterday.  Pray for him and for his family.

Bob Herrington, often know as the Chaplain of Bourbon Street, passed away.  May of you remember his by that title.  Some of you know him as the father of Dr. Rhonda Kelley of NOBTS.  You can want to read this article.  http://www.bpnews.net/49169

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – “Nadia and a Doll” – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoeboxstories-nadia-and-a-doll/

 

 

Read the Bible Today – Ezekiel 9-12 and Psalm 33

 

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

 

Many children of FBC, Kentwood will be attending camp at Camp Living Waters, beginning Sunday.  Pray their time in camp will be very important to their young lives.

 

Be careful of the high temperatures.

 

Serve others in some way today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

Now the Lord is the Spirit,

and where the Spirit of the Lord is,

there is freedom.

~2 Corinthians 3:17~

 

 

Pray for one of our Roseland friends and long-time neighbors, Johnny Pritchett.  He’s in North Oaks.

Pray for another Roseland friend, Bobby Forbes.  He is still working on his recovery from heart surgery.

Pray for Nita Russell Miller.  She fell recently, but is recovering at this time.

Pray for Jimmy Tolar who is hospitalized in Baron Rouge due to heart problems.  Tom said his dad is getting a “tune-up”.

Pray for Linda Graves from East Fork.  She has been staying with her sister, but will be moving today to an inpatient hospice facility with a three patient limit.  Her phone number will remain the same, but her new address will be Linda Graves, 141 Pleasant Drive, Slidell, LA 70460.  She sends her love to all her Kentwood friends.

 

 

Read the Bible – Ezekiel 5-8 and Psalm 32

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

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

Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com

 

 

Reminders:

  • Children will meet at 6 P.M. today for mission class
  • Children will meet at 6 P.M. Sunday for Bible drill class
  • Friday Morning Bible study will meet at 10 A.M. and will study Ezekiel 16
  • Associational W.M.U. Meeting on Monday, July 17th at FBC, Kentwood to hear Rev. Bobby Spinks share about the mission trip he just took to the Amazon with the NOBTS. Leadership meeting at 9 A.M. with the meeting at 10 A.M.  A potluck lunch will follow.

 

Spread some of Jesus’ love today.  

Anna Lee

 

Fourth of July

In him and through faith in him

we may approach God

with freedom and confidence.

~Ephesians 3:12~

 

 

Mr. J.D. Smith continues to be at rehab following shoulder surgery.  He is making progress and loving the extra attention from his family.

Mr. John Phillips‘ double knee replacement surgery will be this month.  Keep this man in your prayers as he waits a little longer.

Dickie Sitman is looking ahead to rotator cuff surgery soon.  Pray for good results when he has surgery.

 

 

Read the Bible – Ezekiel 1-4, Psalm 31, and the video on Ezekiel which is found at jointhebibleproject.com

 

Operation Christmas Child 

  • Shoeboxes are packed by churches and individuals.
  • FBC, Kentwood will be a collection site again this year.
  • Collection will be early in November so boxes can begin their long journey.
  • Each box will have a gospel booklet in the proper language added before final deliver so children get an introduction to Jesus.
  • Follow-up classes will be offered.
  • Children who complete the classes will receive a Bible in their own language.
  • Suggested items to purchase now – School Supplies – now available at good prices in many stores.

 

“God Bless America”

 

I hope you feel patriotic today and will spend some time expressing your thankfulness for our great country.  Happy Birthday, America.  I’m very thankful to have been born here.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Friday

So if the Son sets you free,

you will be free indeed.

~John 8:36~

 

Pray for Mr. Kent Raiford of Arcola as he undergoes tests to determine why there has been a sudden change in his health.

 

Tish Fairburn received a good report in Houston.

Went back to Dr. Oki in Houston today. More good news. There is only one spot that has lymphoma. He was expecting more. Since it is only one, I am going to have 12 radiation treatments. He said that should kill it. Start treatments on July17th. I am living proof that God does do miracles. So thankful for that.

 

Pray for Josiah Huckaby, son of Job and K.K.

We’ve had quite a few people asking about Josiah…so here’s an update: He is doing good. He is up to 8 lb.. 5.5oz. We had a set back with his lungs so he is on a Bubble CPAP now. They have been able to wean him some but it has been very slowly. As far as his g-tube, he is doing well with that. They are working towards weaning him down to 30 minute feeds every 3 hours. Still no idea when he will get to come home. One of the doctors told us he probably has a long way to go since this last set back. Today is day 114 in the NICU but God is so good & He has been so faithful to us. We have also been blessed by so much kindness during the last 3.5 months and we can’t express the gratitude & love that overwhelms our hearts…y’all know who you are.  

 

Mr. J.D. Smith celebrated his 84th birthday in rehab with lots of attention from his family.  Pray for him as he continues rehab on his new shoulder.

 

 

James “Rube” Ardillo

March 08, 1953 – June 28, 2017

http://www.mckneelys.com/obituaries/view/id/4280562?fh_id=10545

 

 

 

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 51-52 & Psalm 27

 

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 14 & 15

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

 

Baptist Message – http://baptistmessage.com

 

Sunday, First Baptist Church, Kentwood will honor first responders during the morning worship.  A church-wide lunch will follow that.  You are invited to attend.

 

 

I saw a portion of a Bill Gaither patriotic program last night.  If you have the opportunity to view it, please do so.

 

“A Few Good Men” 

 

 

 

Thank-you for reading and praying.  If you ever have a need you would like for us to pray about, please contact me through the “CONTACT” section at the top, right portion of this page.

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

Command those who are rich in this present world

not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth,

which is so uncertain,

but to put their hope in God,

who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.

1 Timothy 6:17

 

  • Mr. J.D. Smith is continuing to slowly improve. Keep him in your prayers as he faces the ups and downs of recovery/rehab.
  • Betty Simpson is having a very hard time with her back right now.  Let’s pray for her as she endures the pain she is going though.
  • Denise LaBarbera Rose, formerly of Amite, requests prayer for her youngest sister Michelle LaBarbera Murphy of Amite.  Michelle’s test is today.
PRAYERS NEEDED PLEASE: To all of my praying friends, please add my youngest       sister, Michelle, to your prayer lists. She has been battling “a health issue” for a couple of months and has an important CT scan tomorrow. Please pray for good results! We believe in our All Mighty God and in the power of prayer! Any and all prayers would be very much appreciated… To God be the Glory!!!
  • The youth from three of our area churches were at camp together in Georgia this week.  I understand a number of decisions were made.  Let’s pray for the youth.
  • James “Rube” Ardillo of Amite passed away yesterday.  Please be in prayer for his large extended family and many friends.
  • Gabrielle Christine McCoy

May 12, 2008 – June 27, 2017                 http://www.mckneelys.com/obituaries/view/id/4280012?fh_id=10545

  • Read the Bible – Jeremiah 49-50 and Psalm 26
  • Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 14-15
Be a blessing to someone today.
Anna Lee

Wednesday

I keep my eyes always on the LORD.

With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

~Psalm 16:8~

 

Pray for Miss Fay Shoemaker who has been “under the weather”.  Add her to your prayer list.

Mrs. Bobbie Magee braved being out of her home environment to attend church Sunday.  I was so glad to see her.  She was very ill, but has come so far in her recovery.  Thank God for her improvement.

Mr. J.D. Smith has been moved to AMG Rehab and will begin his “work” there in the morning.  He’ll need to be on our prayer lists for a while as he regains use of that shoulder

 

Baptist Press – http://www.bpnews.net/

I hope you like the new look of Baptist Press.  I do.

 

Read the Bible Today – Jeremiah 45-48  & Psalm 25

 

We had a good birthday party at The Cafe.  We were happy to include two new ladies.  If you missed today, I hope you will be able to attend next month.  We always meet on the fourth Tuesday.  Mark your calendars.

 

Tonight, the children will meet for their missions class at 6 P.M.  Please send your children and/or grandchildren.  We will end by 7 P.M. when the adults end their service.

 

The “Contact” portion of The Prayer Link will  work again.  Please use it to let me know of any people you want to add to The Prayer Link.  You can find it on the upper right of the blog.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you,

then choose for yourselves this day

whom you will serve,

whether the gods your ancestors served

beyond the Euphrates,

or the gods of the Amorites,

in whose land you are living.

But as for me and my household,

we will serve the LORD.”

~Joshua 24:15~

Mr. John Phillips’ double knee surgery has been changed to July 21st.  Pray he is able to walk much better after he recovers.

Mr. J.D. Smith‘s shoulder surgery went well at St. Tammany yesterday.  Pray for him as the goes through therapy.

 

Mrs. Hortense Courtney, David’s oldest brother’s mother-in-law, passed away.  Her obituary can be found here – http://www.thompsoncares.com/obituaries/Ella-Hortense-Courtney/#!/Obituary

 

The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party well celebrate June birthdays this morning at 11:00 at The Cafe.  All ladies are invited to join us for a Dutch-treat lunch and birthday cake.

 

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 40-44 and Psalm 24

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Operation Christmas Child – We have to get BUSY in making our purchases for the shoeboxes.  Please begin this week and then, bring your purchases to my Sunday School room, next to the choir room, so I can store your items and begin an inventory.  Next month, July, we will begin to collect school supplies.  If you have a question about what you can bring, please ask me.

 

Caskey Prayer from the NOBSTS 

     “God,

     Open a door,

     Open their heart, and

     Open my mouth.”

 

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

Monday

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 faint.

~Isaiah 40:31~

Pray for J.D. Smith as he is admitted to the hospital this morning for shoulder surgery around noon.  Pray the surgery goes well allowing him more use and less pain in the future.

Pray for Betty Simpson who is having back issues.

COL KENNETH “KEN” WALLACE SEYMOUR, U. S. ARMY (Ret.)

http://www.gamblefuneralservice.com/obituary/col-kenneth-ken-wallace-seymour-u-s-army-ret/

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Read the Bible – Jeremiah 37-39 & Psalm  23

Ladies, don’t forget the birthday party tomorrow at The Cafe to honor some special ladies.  We will meet at 11 A.M.

Have a blessed Monday by being a blessing to someone.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“And let us consider how we may spur one another

on toward love and good deeds.”

~Hebrews 10:24 NIV~

 

 

Read the Bible today – Jeremiah 33-36 & Psalm 22

Tuesday, we will have our monthly “Young” Ladies Birthday Party at The Cafe.  Come at 12:00 to help us celebrate the birthdays of some special ladies.

Pray for

  • Youth from our area at camp
  • Vacation Bible Schools in our area next week
  • Short term missionaries
  • Long term missionaries
  • Members of church staffs today
  • Celebration at Taylor Creek today and services at all our churches
  • Breakfast benefit at Pine Ridge this morning
  • Those being baptized today
  • Decisions that need to be made today

 

The doors of your church will be open today.  Will you be there?

Anna Lee