Category: “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Parties

Sunday Evening

Please pray for Nancy Carruth and Cindy Carmadelle as they have medical procedures the first of the week.  Nancy’s will be in Baton Rouge and Cindy’s in Covington.

Several ladies at Sunday School this morning requested our prayers.  One who is having tests done is Alcyon Hayden.  Don’t forget to pray for Susan Rimes who will be having an important appointment soon concerning thyroid surgery.

Continue to pray for Mrs. Theople Hurst and her family.

The key word in all these requests is prayer!

The date for the “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party will be postponed for a week due to the service for Mrs. Shirley Frazier Tuesday.  Ladies, I’ll see you on Nov. 4th at the Cafe.

Sunday

“Our fathers trusted in You;

they trusted, and You rescued them.

They cried to You and were set free;

they trusted in You and were not disgraced.”

~Psalm 22:4-5, HCSB~

 

Don’t forget the potluck lunch following worship this morning at FBC, Kentwood.

Tonight, there will be a Fall Family Fun Night at FBC, Kentwood.  Hot dogs, chili, and popcorn will be served.  This begins at 5:30 P.M.

Revival plans for FBC, Kentwood

  • Nov. 7-9, 2014
  • David Talley and the Crusader’s Ministry

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Make a U-Turn” – http://odb.org/2008/10/27/make-a-u-turn/
  • All we like sheep have gone astray;                                                             we have turned, every one, to his own way;                                             and the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all.                                                                                                               ~Isaiah 53:6~
  • “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/I_Have_Decided_to_Follow_Jesus/

I’ll update you on the new plans for the “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party.  We will change our plans this month due to the conflict with the time of the funeral for “Miss” Shirley Frazier.

Have a great Lord’s Day!  He’s great every day!

Anna Lee

Saturday

For God so loved the world,

that he gave his only begotten Son,

that whosoever believeth in him should not perish,

but have everlasting life.

~John 3:16~

I saw Nancy Carruth of Greensburg last night.  She asks for prayer between now and a procedure on Tuesday in Baton Rouge.  She also asks for prayer for her doctor to have a good plan for treatment for her.

Susan Rimes is still scheduled to see a surgeon on November 6th to discuss thyroid surgery. Let’s pray for Susan and the surgeon as they get ready for this day.

Susie Sharkey asks for prayer for her grandson, Xander, who was transported to Ochsner because of trouble breathing.  Xander is almost three.

Hope Center had the best day yet yesterday.  Pray for another good day today.  Pray for lives to be helped and hearts touched.  Thank God for another association that donated money to buy the refrigeration units we need in order to give out refrigerated items in our food bank.  We will be open from 9:00 – 1:00 today.  Come see us!

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – Tuesday at the Kentwood Cafe at 11:00 A.M.

Operation Christmas Child Christmas Party to pack shoe boxes is only a week away.  Make your plans to be a part of this exciting time.  If you would like to include a note/letter or a picture of yourself or your family  in some boxes, please bring them with you then.  Sunday School classes devote some time to writing this week or it can be done at home.

Baptist Press –  BPnews.net

Friday Bible Study – Our study of Friday will be on Elizabeth.  Please read Luke 1:5-66.  If you wish to have a study guide, please see me Sunday morning or make arrangements to get a paper in time to help with your study.

Our Sunday School lesson this week is on Overcoming Temptation.  Please read/study Genesis 39: 3-12.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “First Response” – http://odb.org/
  • Be anxious for nothing,                                                                                       but . . . let your requests be made known to God;                                   and the peace of God                                                                                                . . . will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.                                                                                              ~Philippians 4:6-7~
  • “Sweet Hour of Prayer” – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Sweet_Hour_of_Prayer/

Have a great day.  Be sure to plan some time today to prepare for tomorrow.  Thank you for taking the time to read this post and to pray.

Anna Lee

Friday

“God reigns over the nations;

God is seated on his holy throne.”

~Psalm 47:8, HCSB~

 

Bobbie said Glen Magee, Jr. walked out of the hospital where he had surgery yesterday.  Let’s pray the surgery was very effective and Glen will be pain-free when he gets home.

Bobby Lawson – Continue to pray for him.

Cindy Carmadelle (wife of the of Mt. Nebo pastor) will have surgery Monday at St. Tammany to take care of a bleeding problem in her leg.  She is on bed rest now.

Friday Bible Study

  • Today – Rachel
  • Next week – Elizabeth (See me if you would like a study guide.)

“Young” Ladies Birthday Party 

  • 10:00 A.M. Tuesday
  • Kentwood Cafe

Christmas Party to Pack Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes

  • Saturday, November 1st at 6:00
  • Wear a Christmas shirt or sweater (red/green)
  • Bring a Christmas party food

Coming Soon

  • Annual Lottie Moon Tea
  • Focus on Lottie Moon and the annual offering for international missions
  • 2:00 on Sunday, November 30th at FBC, K
  • Ladies and girls from all churches in our association are invited.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, Quote, and a Song

  • “Tiny Island” – http://odb.org/
  • Speak evil of no one,                                                                                            . . . be peaceable,                                                                                                     gentle,                                                                                                                   showing all humility to all men.                                                                                                                    ~Titus 3:2~
  • Your witness is only as strong as your character.
  • “This Little Light of Mine” – http://www.kididdles.com/lyrics/t030.html

(How sweet it was to see and hear this song from the ladies and girls at Ladies’ Night:  Fill My Cup, Lord last night!  We were sharing our memories of songs we learned at church as a child.)

Hope Center – I’m working on the schedule for the next two weeks.  If you would like to volunteer to work for a half day, please let me know.  I’ll be there this afternoon and tomorrow morning (247-2235).

Yesterday, I read an article about the 10 items people do not receive at food banks, but would like to get.  They are:

1. Spices.

2. Feminine Products.

3. Chocolate.

4. Toiletries.

5. Canned meats and jerky.

6. Crackers and tortillas.

7. Baby toiletries.

8. Soup packets.

9. Socks.

10. Canned fruit other than pineapple.

Read More: 10 Things Food Banks Need But Won’t Ask For | http://1027kord.com/10-things-food-banks-need-but-wont-ask-for/?trackback=fbshare_top&trackback=tsmclipRemember to keep your “little light” shining brightly today!

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.

Cleanse your hands, you sinners;

and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”

~James 4:8, NKJV~

 

Macy Gueldner’s family is celebrating an anniversary this week.  It’s been a year since she was diagnosed.  The lives of each family member have been greatly changed, but they certainly “stepped up” and did all within their power to support Macy in her big battle.  I thank God for the grandmother who reached out to us for prayer and for the faith and faithfulness of the family during this difficult year.  It’s been my honor to pray for Macy and the family this year.

Mr. Jay Hugh Young is in rehab in Hammond.  Let’s pray he will soon be well enough to return to the Sixth Ward.

Disaster Relief Work in the West Monroe area yesterday:

  • The La. Baptist Children’s Home had thirty trees down.
  • “There were 51 volunteers today (Tuesday) completed 20 jobs assessed many others, with three injuries
    One fell and broke his hip, one fell and broke his arm and one passed out due to being overheated and a diabetic.
    Pray for their recovery.”

(Information via Dr. Gibbie McMillian)

  • Of course, in addition to the children’s home, there were churches, homes, businesses, etc. that had damage.  Many people are without electricity.  Many people cannot move around easily because of the number of trees down.  Let’s lend support in any way we can.  Thankfully, we have our Baptist Disaster Relief workers willing to step in and do all they can.  What a great program!

I hope you are making plans to attend our Third Thursday meeting tomorrow night at the cabin.

Yesterday, at Hope Center, I talked with one of two ladies there that I did not know. It turned out they live in my neighborhood.  It was good to meet them and to begin a new friendship through our ministry at Hope.  Hope Center is doing well in bringing like-minded people together and in providing a service that is needed in our association.  Thank-you to each person who helped with the vision, the opening process, or the daily operation there. May God  richly bless you for your concern for the needs of others.

Operation Christmas Child – We will be packing the shoe boxes November 1st.  It’s not too late to bring in a few more items for the children.

Friday Morning Bible Study – There are some guides for the study of Rebekah on the table at the entrance to the fellowship hall.  You may want to get one to use as we look forward to our study Friday morning.

Looking ahead to next week:

  • Associational WMU meeting at New Zion Baptist Church Monday at 10:00
  • Young at Heart Tuesday morning at New Zion Baptist Church Tuesday at 10:30
  • Prayer Meeting/Touch Ministry at FBC,K Wednesday at 6:00
  • Ladies’ Night (A Coffee Break) at FBC, K Thursday at 6:15
  • Friday Morning Bible Study of Rachel at 10:00

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

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Seeing Upside Down” –  http://odb.org/
  • Those who are well have no need of a physician,                                             but those who are sick.                                                                                                                                                                 ~Matthew 9:12~
          I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen.                                                     I must bring them also.”                                                                                                                                                                          ~John 10:16~

   ( Are you, as a Christian, participating in classes, projects, activities, programs, etc.            that will “Bring Them In”?  I think that is our purpose here.)

Consider the eternal value of your life.  Are you making a difference?  

Anna Lee

Tuesday

“I cry aloud to the LORD,

and He answers me from His holy mountain.”

~Psalm 3:4, HCSB~

 

 

Let’s pray for the battles going on in Syria and the trouble in the Middle East in general.

Bible Study on Dorcus – Read Acts 9:36-42.

Hope Center – Go to the Facebook page,Two Rivers Baptist Association HOPE Center, and “like” so you will be able to keep up with Hope Center.

Hope Center – The driveway around the building was being installed yesterday.  It will be used when food is distributed.  The progress continues….

Baptist Press –   bpress@sbc.net via dbmsgs.us 

Devotional, Scripture, a Quote, and a Song

  • “An Emergency of the Spirit” –   http://odb.org/2014/09/23/an-emergency-of-the-spirit/
  • “David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and over Jonathan his son.”                                                                                                                                                        ~2 Samuel 1:17~
  • “God does more than hear words; He reads hearts.”                     ~ Our Daily Bread~
  • “Fill My Cup, Lord” –  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4l2yY2r95g

“Young” ladies, don’t forget the birthday party at 11:00 at The Cafe.

Anna Lee

Monday

“With men this is impossible,

but with God all things are possible.”

~Matthew 19:26, HCSB~

 

Operation Christmas Child

  • “For a long time we wanted to start a Sunday school ministry in our church but somehow just couldn’t get around getting started. Samaritan’s Purse has made that possible with the OCC shoeboxes distribution and the TGJ discipleship courses in the church. Today we have a Sunday school of forty-five and they are consistent in their attendance. Thirty of those children are involved in The Greatest Journey course. We have recently started Sunday night meetings with the parents of many of those children. There has been a refreshing in the assembly after gift distribution. Thanks to Samaritan’s Purse and glory to God.” – Pastor Bholaram, Guyana
  • “I wanted to share this awesome story with you all. One of our Connect team members received a call from Boone last year asking him to help a local woman with her boxes. It was July of last year and Todd showed up at Maria’s house to help her by picking up the shoeboxes she had already packed. Her apartment AND her friend’s apartment were overflowing. Maria came here from Brazil as a child. She first started filling shoeboxes about 7 years ago after visiting Brazil. She went to a school while there and was devastated by what she saw. A little boy was so excited to have a NEW pencil. She watched the teacher take the pencil and break it into lots of pieces for the other kids to share. She was so affected by this that she came home and started packing. She packs over a box a day and does each box individually. Last year she packed over 600 boxes and Todd has already picked up over 300 for this year. Oh, did I mention she is in her late 70’s? This is one inspirational lady!!” – Stephanie S.
  • “I received a box this year and I was so excited because it was my first time. I was happy because when I opened it there were things inside that were not just for me, there were some that I could share with my nephew. I just hope that you all will put pictures, letters or address so that somehow, we can say thank you to you.” – Shannon C., shoebox recipient
  • “Can You Make a Box for Me?” –  http://kidzmatter.com/can-you-make-a-box-for-me/
  • Do you include letters in your shoebox gift?  One more shoebox, one more gospel opportunity!

 

  • At FBC, Kentwood, we are progressing on collecting items for our boxes.
  • We will have our second and last craft day Saturday at 1:00 P.M.  Join us!
  • November 1st is the date for our packing party.  Everyone is invited to a Christmas party during which time we will fill the shoeboxes for shipment.
  • What a blessing this has been to me!  What a blessing this will be to many little children!  We can all be a part of “growing the Kingdom”!

Hope Center

  • It is so rewarding to be a part of this ministry.  I wish I could be there every minute the doors are open!  It will only get better!
  • We still need household items, furniture, appliances, food donations, and people to work!
  • Call and volunteer.
  • Drop in and see the progress!

Georgia Barnett Offering for Louisiana Missions

(from the website –http://georgiabarnette.org/)

  • Each year, the Georgia Barnette State Mission Offering draws attention to God’s work being carried out across Louisiana. Your church has the opportunity to join God in His work, but now is the time to start preparing your leadership and membership for this incredible challenge.

 In recent years, superhero movies have been incredibly popular. Every manner of super-powered crime fighter has been battling bad guys on big screens across the country—and there’s no end in sight.

But when you really sit back and look at what defines a superhero, one quality sticks out above the rest: the willingness to do something. After all, the ability to fly or climb walls or outsmart criminals really means nothing if the one given those gifts decides to stay home and watch TV instead of hitting the streets and making a difference in the world.

  • This year’s goal is $1,945,000, and we need your help to make that goal a reality. As always, the funds raised in the Georgia Barnette Offering will go toward assisting missionaries around Louisiana in sharing the good news of Jesus through spoken words and loving actions. It will help them be devoted to “doing good” by being Jesus’ hands and feet in a world that needs to know Him.  (Each church sets it own goal every year.)
  • “Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good …                                                                                                                       ~Titus 3:14~

Devotional, Scripture, a Quote, and a Song

  • “Repeat Warnings” –  http://odb.org/
  • I marvel that you are turning away so soon                                                       from Him who called you in the grace of Christ,                                             to a different gospel.                                                                                                                                                                   ~Galatians 1:6~                    
  • Only one road leads to heaven— Jesus Christ is the way.                                                                                                                                                    ~Our Daily Bread~
  • “Jesus Saves” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/e/jesussav.htm

Scriptures about Discouragement

  • Psalm 34:17-19 When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.
  • Psalm 147:3 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
  • Psalm 55:22 Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.
  • Isaiah 41:10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
  • Isaiah 40:31 but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.
  • Isaiah 42:16 And I will lead the blind in a way that they do not know, in paths that they have not known I will guide them. I will turn the darkness before them into light, the rough places into level ground. These are the things I do, and I do not forsake them.
  • Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
  • Matthew 11:28 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
  • Romans 8:28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
  • 1 Corinthians 9:24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.
  • 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed;
  • 2 Corinthians 5:7 for we walk by faith, not by sight.
  • Galatians 6:9 And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.
  • Philippians 4:1-9 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
  • 1 Peter 1:6-9 In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory, obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

Opportunities for the Week

  • “Young” Ladies Birthday Party @ the Cafe Tuesday at 11:00 A.M.
  • Prayer Meeting in the Fellowship Hall Wednesday at 6:00 P.M.
  • Ladies’ Bible Study  Friday at 10:00 A.M.(Dorcus – Acts 9:36-42)
  • Craft Day for Operation Christmas Child Saturday in the Fellowship Hall at 1:00 P.M.
  • Hope Center in Roseland – Call 247-2235 for a time to work.  Visit any time they are open.

 

“For we walk by faith, not by sight”

                                ~ 2 Corinthians 5:7 ~

Anna Lee

Saturday

“Ask of Me,

and I will make the nations Your inheritance

and the ends of the earth Your possession.”

~Psalm 2:8, HCSB~

 

Mrs. Hellen Morris is now in Kentwood, at Lauree’s.  Pray for a good adjustment for the whole family.

Mrs. Virgie Morgan will have an angiogram October 2.  Please begin praying for her now.

Michael Laciura was burned at work this week.  He’s home now, but has lots of healing ahead.  Please pray for him and his caregivers.

Georgia Barnette – Day 7

Baptist Press –  http://www.bpnews.net/BPCollectionNews.asp?id=178

John Sullivan is a long-time family friend.  He and my uncle served together at two churches in Texas.  My aunt and cousins evacuated to their house after a hurricane. Momma and I went to get them.  He has a real passion for the Lord!

Planning Meeting

Ladies, if you are interested in being involved in planning the next Ladies’ Night, please attend the planning meeting Sunday afternoon in my classroom.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Rooted” –  http://odb.org/2014/09/20/rooted/
  • Joash did what was right in the sight of the Lord                                          all the days of Jehoiada the priest.                                                                                                                                    ~2 Chronicles 24:2~
  • “The Solid Rock” –    http://nethymnal.org/htm/m/y/myhopeis.htm

Hope Center will be open from 9:00 to 1:00 this morning.  Drop by to take a look and pick up some flyers to put up in your area.

Operation Christmas Child

  • Still collecting items for the shoeboxes
  • Craft party a week from today (1:00 – 3:00)
  • Accepting donations to pay the shipping charger of $1,400.00
  • Packing Party – November 1st at 6 P.M.

“Young” Ladies Birthday Party

  • Tuesday
  • Kentwood Cafe
  • 11:00 A.M.
  • Ladies being honored
    • Yvonne Birch
    • Susie Wales
    • Ann Smith
    • Laura Joiner
    • Jan Yarborough
    • Mary Y. Miller
    • Glenda Schillings
    • Betty Simpson

Have a fantastic Saturday.  Be sure it includes some prayer time time and Bible study time.

Anna Lee

Friday

“Beloved, do not believe every spirit,

but test the spirits whether they are of God;

because many false prophets

have gone out into the world.”

~I John 4:1~

 

We had another good night at the cabin for the Third Thursday Meeting.  We’re already looking forward to next month.  God continues to richly bless us.

Bible Study this morning at 10:00.  We’re studying Martha and Mary.

The monthly Ladies Birthday Party will be Tuesday at the Cafe at 11:00.

Hope Center is progressing a little each day.  The phone number is 985-247-2235.

Today, I would like to suggest you look in the kitchen for things you no longer use                        (dishes, pots and pans, dish towels, mixing bowls, serving pieces, glassware, etc.).                      Thanks to those who have already dropped off items at Hope Center.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Those who would like to volunteer can call the number above and give contact                             information so you can be called when needed.

Baptist Press – I hope you signed up for the new Baptist Press.  Today, we got our first devotional based on the Explore curriculumhttp://bpnews.net/43388/bible-study-september-21-2014).  At the end of the article you will find a link to information for various age groups.

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “On Being Known” –  http://odb.org/2014/09/19/on-being-known/
  • I acknowledged my sin to You . . . .                                                                 I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,”                       and You forgave the iniquity of my sin.                                                                                                                                              ~Psalm 32:5~                     “Look, the Lamb of God,                                                                               who takes away the sin of the world!”                                                                                                                   ~John 1:29~
  • “Just as I Am” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/j/u/justasam.htm

Georgia Barnette – Week of Prayer for Louisiana Missions – Day 6

     The Grove, Prairieville –  http://georgiabarnette.org/day-6/

Thanks for “tuning in” today.  I trust you will find something useful to your prayer life today.

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“All of you, take up My yoke and learn from Me,

because I am gentle and humble in heart,

and you will find rest for yourselves.

For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

~Matthew 11:29-30, HCSB~

 

Caysen Tyne Miller has arrived and weighed in at six pounds, ten ounces.  Both parents and baby are doing well.  I know all the grandparents and great-grandparents are vey excited.

Nancy Carruth‘s procedure went well yesterday.  Lab results will be in in about two weeks. Later, Nancy had to be admitted to the hospital because of pain and nausea.  Please pray for Nancy and her family.

Macy Gueldner

 http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/macygueldner/journal/view/id/5418aa5eaf3d79fe037b5eed

Georgia Barnette Week of Prayer, Day 4 -http://georgiabarnette.org/day-4/

  • I met Pat at a WMU meeing in Ponchatoula recently.
  • She was a good speaker and certainly is devoted to this new ministry.

Baptist Press –  BPNews.net

Hope Center Hours

  • Tuesday – Friday – 9:00 – 5:00
  • Saturday – 9:00 – 1:00

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

  • “Giving it to God” –  http://odb.org/2014/09/17/giving-it-to-god/
  • [He] went away sorrowful,                                                                             for he had great possessions.                                                                                                                ~Mark 10:22~
  • “My Faith Looks Up to Thee” –  http://cyberhymnal.org/htm/m/y/myfluptt.htm

Reminders

  • Third Thursday meeting – this week at the cabin at 6:30
  • Ladies’ Night Planning Meeting – Sunday afternoon
    • I have met a new family.  That is not unusual, but the lady will be doing the demonstration for our next meeting.  I know you will be happy to see what she does.  There’ll be no more hints for now.
    • Share the date and time.
  • Young Ladies’ Birthday Party – one week from today
  • Craft Party for Operation Christmas Child
    • Sept. 27th at 1 P.M.  
    • Bring broken crayons, the more the better.
  • Food for Hope Center can be taken to the church today or by Sunday.  I will do pickups Wednesday night and the first of next week.
  • Friday’s Bible Study will focus on Mary and Martha.  Please readLuke 10: 38-42 and John 11:1-44; 12:1-8 before that time.

Look for God’s blessings in your life today.  Thank God for each one.  Let God use you to be a blessing to others.

Anna Lee