READ AND WRITE THE BIBLE TODAY
Feb. 14 – I John 4: 18-19
BAPTIST PRESS
Mark your calendar for March 5 so you can participate in preparing items for the “Shoeboxes”.
THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE TO PRAY FOR TODAY. Use your personal prayer list as you pray today. Update it, as needed. BE SURE TO ADD THE SITUATION IN THE UKRAINE TO YOUR LIST.
Anna Lee
Jeff Newson, Jr. of Keller, TX passed away early Friday morning. His services will be next Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022 at 3 P.M. at Northwood Church in Keller TX. Please pray for Connie and other family members.
Jim Slaven of Kentwood passed away at North Oaks. I don’t have arrangements yet, but you can pray for Jim’s family now.
John 3:16 Day. Make plans to share Jesus with others on John 3:16 Day this year. What special plans will you make for sharing this great news?
READ AND WRITE THE BIBLE TODAY
February 13 – Romans 12: 9-10
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND CURCH SERVICES IN PERSON, BE SURE TO WATCH ONE OR MORE. There are many local services on Facebook and other services that are on television weekly. You choose.
Anna Lee
Mary Frances McCullough Gill, a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at her home. She was born October 21, 1943 in Summit, MS and was 78 years of age. She was a very dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She is survived by her children, Frances (Doug) Pritchard of Kentwood, LA, Debbie Gill of Kentwood, LA, Johnny Gill, Jr. (Laura) of Kentwood, LA, Janet Gill of Kentwood, LA, Viola Easley (Alan) of Gillsburg, MS, Thomas Gill, Sr. of Kentwood, LA , and Michelle Parnell (Joey) of Kentwood, LA; 4 sisters, Elaine Bacot of McComb, MS, Dorothy “Judy” Boyd of Summit, MS, Margie Hutson of Baton Rouge, LA, Vivian Herring of Burgaw, NC; and 3 brothers, Elijah (Dub) McCullough of Summit, MS, David McCullough of Lumberton, MS, Michael McCullough of Palm Springs, CA; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Gill, Sr.; her son, Ernest Gill; her mom and dad, Van C. McCullough, Sr. and Lucille Edwards Blount; siblings, Mildred Idell Anglin, Juanita Wells, Van D., Earnest and Charles McCullough. Visitation at Spring Creek Baptist Church from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Monday, February 14, 2022. Services conducted by Bro. Leroy McElveen. Interment Spring Creek Cemetery, Spring Creek, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Joe, also affectionately known as Daddy, Poppa,PawPaw Big Boy, Loving Man, The Surgeon General, Mr. Goodwrench, Mr. John Deere passed peacefully into Heaven surrounded by his family on February 9, 2022 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, LA. He had a brief illness with cancer and gave it his all. Not being one for gloom and doom and negativity, he refrained from sharing the extent of his ailments with many. He preferred to focus on the positive and remained prayerful to the end of his earthly life.
He was born on February 13, 1950, in Independence, LA, to the late Vincent and Pamela LaRocca Gaeta. He was a 1968 graduate of Amite High School where he enjoyed playing sports, particularly football. He was a master Chevrolet mechanic and worked for Hood Chevrolet for approximately 25 years where he made many, many friends. He then found the best job of all with Carlo’s Oyster House. It really wasn’t a job but a hobby he was paid to do. He and Mr. Carlo Venterella would drag 2 kids all over the creation looking for old equipment to put back to work. It sometimes involved a chainsaw, winch trucks, and numerous hands to retrieve their latest find and bring back to the shop so the resurrection process could begin. City buses, Caterpillar equipment, heavy trucks and his all time favorite, tractors, were among the saved. Retiring early to “do what I want to do”, Poppa came home to put his full attention to tinkering on his fleet of tractors and equipment to save them from the scrap yard, enjoying his home compound dubbed “The Hill”, and catering to everyone’s appetite, mainly his grandchildren’s. He was very outgoing and wanted to make sure everyone was taken care of and loved to host large gatherings and parties.
He even operated “Pops Shuttle ” and picked up kids from the school carline to make sure they were home where they were fed and spoiled. He was also a fisherman, hunter, gun enthusiast, friend, practical joker, personal caterer, electrician, carpenter, and Jay’s counterpart in G&G Antique Farm Equipment.
He is survived by his best friend, wife, and caregiver, Frances Mandera Gaeta. They were married just shy of 53 years. Also survived by his children Tammy Gaeta Campo and husband Frank, Stephanie Gaeta Campo and her husband Tony, and Joseph Vincent Gaeta, Jr (Jay or JV) and his wife Mary; his wonderful grandchildren, Giovanni Campo, Maria Campo, Mario Campo, Micah Campo, Sarah Campo, Maelyn Gaeta, and Joseph Gaeta, III (Trey); great-grandchild, Kenidee. He is also survived by his siblings, Geri Gaeta Mayeaux and her husband Kenny, John Gaeta and his wife Mary, and Mary Gaeta Melvin, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his brother, Angelo Gaeta, his nephew Brandon Mayeaux, and his niece Morgan Hutchinson.
Visitation will be at St. Helena Catholic Church on Monday, February, 14, 2022. The Rosary will be recited at 8:30 with visitation extending to 11:30. Mass will be at 12:00 with burial at the Amite Cemetery on Chestnut Street.
In true Pop fashion, “you dress nice and be clean” but are encouraged to wear Farmall Red or John Deere green or yellow, overalls, pants or jeans. Suit and tie is not required, only your stories, laughs, and memories of good times.
To the tractor and engine family, if you would like to bring a tractor, we would like to bring him to his final resting place with a Parade of Power.
The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to Dr. Gordon Wadge and Dr. Wright and their staff at Ochsner Cancer Center in Covington and the Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit at St. Tammany Parish Hospital, and to Dr. BT Callihan.
McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
READ AND WRITE SCRIPTURE
Feb. 12 – Proverbs 10:12
HELPFUL “SHOEBOX” INFORMATION
For many years, either as an individual or as a group, I packed an equal number of boxes for each of the six groups (3 groups of boys and 3 groups of girls). When I learned the middle age group got many more boxes, I started to adjust my number packing more for the other groups, and eventually, packing for the younger and older groups only. Last year, we focused more on the older boys and younger boys.
Yesterday, I saw a release from Samaritan’s Purse with the breakdown, by percentages, for the shoeboxes turned in during November of ’21. The groups with the lowest percentages were the younger girls and boys. We will provide mostly for them during ’22, but still pack for all the other groups too.
Some of you, churches or individuals, may also want to focus your packing on girls, 2-4 years old and boys, 2-4 years old. This time next year, I hope to see another release
SHOPPING TODAY?
How about buying one or more items for Operation Christmas Child “Shoeboxes”? A little at a time and a little from several people can make a big difference. If not shopping, how about setting aside money to donate to a church group packing shoeboxes?
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE’S LIFE TODAY!
Anna Lee
Adam Wieborg is the son of Rev. Gary Wieborg, a former pastor in Roseland. Yesterday, Adam and TIffany became parents of identical twins, Madeline and Evelynn. Please pray for Adam and Tiffany as they adjust to being parents of twins.
Tommy Hood will begin radiation at M.D. Anderson in three weeks that will last for five weeks. The family says your prayers are greatly appreciated.
Jim Slaven’s family asks that we pray for his lungs to heal. He continues to be at North Oaks.
Pray for the pastors of area churches and for their families.
Report on January Missions at FBC, Kentwood: The gift cards that we purchased for the victims of the Kentucky tornado has been sent to them through Baptist Disaster Relief. The total for the gift cards was $920.00. Thank-you for helping people we do not know and will never meet.
FEBRUARY MISSIONS AT FBC, KENTWOOD
Clothing for Operations Christmas Child Shoeboxes
T-Shirts (Sizes 4,8, and 14)
Underwear (Sizes 4,8, and 14)
Bandanas
Socks
Donations can be left on the table in the room next to the choir room or given to David or Anna Lee Alford or left in the church office.
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February 11 – I John 4: 7-8
Yesterday, I talked with a member of a Baptist church in a local town. She said she was writing portions of the Bible daily with us. It is never too late to join us. Don’t miss the blessing.
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Be a blessing to someone today.
Anna Lee
I was told Russ Guzzardo of Amite was involved in an accident and was hospitalized. Please be in prayer for him and his sweet family.
JoEllen Carruth is home from the hospital. Pray for her as she continues to recover from pneumonia at home.
Jim Slaven is still at North Oaks and continues to need our prayers throughout the day.
Pray for one of our neighbors, Little Jules Tanksley, for her continuing heart health issues.
Arrangements have been made for Gregory Howell.
Visitation at First Baptist Church of Roseland from 10:00AM until Memorial services at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 19, 2022. A fellowship meal to follow after services.
A resident of Slidell, LA, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 in Slidell, LA. He was born August 31, 1965 in New Orleans, LA and was 56 years of age. He is survived by his mother Betty Anthony; sister, Tammy Anthony; and 2 brothers, Marc and Vincent. Preceded in death by his father, Ben Anthony, Jr.; and sister, Betty Lou “Cinderella” Anthony. Visitation will be at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until 11:00AM. Graveside Services will be held at Lawrence Memorial Gardens, Loranger, LA at 11:30AM Friday, February 11, 2022. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Ladies! There will be an Two Rivers Associational WMU Tea at FBC, Saturday, March 5th. Mark this day on your calendar if the date is not already filled. You will learn about missions in North America and the Annie Armstrong Offering for North America and enjoy the company of ladies from area churches. This is a great, and short, road trip for you and ladies of all ages from your church,
Do something special to celebrate a warmer winter day today!
Anna Lee
OOPS! I forgot to include the Scripture to read and write today.
February 10 – John 13:34-35
Another person told me they are reading and writing the verses about God’s love this month. I hope you have your notebook going for 2022. It’s not too late to start or even to go back and begin at January 1st.
A current resident of Bogalusa LA, passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022 at her home in Bogalusa, LA. She was born December 18, 1934 in Robert, LA and was 87 years of age. She was devoted to Jesus, family and was a 43 year member of the Order of Eastern Star, serving as Most Worthy Grand Matron for the State of Louisiana. She is survived by her daughter, Suzonne Quave Wied and husband, Robert (Bob) F. Wied, Jr.; 2 sons, Harrold Louis Quave, Jr. and wife Sharon, and William Lloyd Quave and wife Connie; 8 grandchildren, Robert Louis Wied, and wife Ashley, William Lloyd Wied, and Sarah-Jane Elizabeth Wied , Rebecca Quave, Harrold Louis Quave, III and wife Erin, Jaclyn Quave Rice and husband, Peyton, Eileen Quave LaGroue and husband Douglas, Victoria Quave Capdeboseq and husband, Aaron; 12 great grandchildren, Timonthee’ Oliver Wied, Beaux Quave, Bella Quave, Alex Cargille, Vivian Cargille, Lawson Rice, Noah Rice, Wyatt Lagroue, Lidia LaGroue, Easton Lagroue, Ruby Capdeboscq, and Samuel Capdeboscq. Preceded in death by her parents, Sarah Jane McElveen Cooper and Samuel Buchanan Cooper; sister Mary Alberta Cooper Powers; brothers, William Lloyd Cooper, Grafton Wilbur Cooper, George Allen Cooper, Samuel Booth Cooper and James Welch Cooper; first husband, Harrold Louis Quave; second husband, Harold Joseph Hatch Wall. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood from 10:00AM until religious services at 12:00PM on Friday, February 11, 2022. Services conducted by Bro. Robert Adams followed by interment at Wilson Prescott Cemetery, Osyka, MS. In lieu of flowers friends can make contributions in Memory of Laura Jane Wall by mail to PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901, or online http://www.DementiaSociety.org/donate. For online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
A resident of Roseland, LA, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at his home in Roseland, LA. He was born April 13, 1934 in Tylertown, Mississippi and was 87 years of age. He is survived by his 1 son, Jimmie Leo Kyzar, Jr. and wife, Trudy; 2 daughters, Judy Kyzar Day and Keith Vernon and Vivian Easley and husband, Billy; sisters, Vernie Callihan, Joyce Varnado, Elizabeth McGehee and Mary E. Ayres; 1 brother, Buster Kyzar; 9 grandchildren, Miranda L. Watts, Doug Creel, Alyssa Kyzar, and Jimmie Leo Kyzar, III, Suzette Easley, Michael Easley, Christy Akridge, Terry O. Moore, Shelly Kimble Fussell; 16 great-grandchildren, Sydney Robertson, Ja’Sani Watts, Graylin Watts, Jr., John Creel, James Creel, Justin Bang, Kendall Bang, Caleb Bang, Kinsley Fairburn, Wyatt Easley, Charlee Easley, Chanse Fussell, Shelby Lynn Moore, Travis Ledbetter, and Aaron Ledbetter. Preceded in death by his parents, Ollie Kyzar and Kennon Leo Kyzar; wife, Sula Kyzar; daughters, Larrissa A. Moore, Sarah K. Kimble; grandchild, John Ledbetter; sister, Sarah Inez Gumby; brothers, Robert Kyzar and Walter Leo(Lil Man). Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Services conducted by Bro. Steven Miller. Interment Lewiston Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
(Brother-in-law of Bro. Darryl Miller)
https://s3.amazonaws.com/CFSV2/obituaries/photos/7367/771692/6202df7145682.JPGFebruary 4, 2022 (Link to photo)
Norman A. Frosch, 73, died in his home in Mandeville, Louisiana on Friday, February 4th, 2022.
Norman was a lifelong resident of Mandeville, Louisiana where he graduated from Mandeville High School. Norman had many professions throughout his life such as fisherman with his family’s business, Constable in Mandeville, welder and foreman at Avondale Shipyard, bartender at The Lake Theater, and carpenter for his own business. The profession that he was best known for was a police officer with the Mandeville Police Department from where he retired in 2005.
Norman is survived by his wife Terry Miller Frosch; son Jason Frosch and his wife Cynthia; his son Lloyd “Butch” Frosch; stepdaughter Valerie Orazio and her husband Craig; stepdaughter Jaime La Crosse and partner Justin Dowd; stepson Austin Coleman; six grandchildren Jennifer Welch and husband Darren, Joey Hernandez, Alexa Hernandez, Brandon Moore and wife Alyssa, Nathaniel Frosch, Kaylee Orazio, and Caleb Orazio; and four great grandchildren Beaux Welch, Lloyd (LJ) Moore, Olivia Moore, and Sadie Welch.
Norman was preceded in death by his father Joseph Frosch; mother Beatrice Friloux Frosch; sister Peggy Mundohl; brother Clyde Frosch; and sister Joan Lemons.
There will be a grave side service in the Mandeville Cemetery on Monday, February 21st, 2022, at 2:00pm.
In the last months of his life, Norman was visited by several members of his family and many friends to whom many thanks are extended. Additional thanks are offered to the St. Tammany Hospital Hospice, especially Nurse Susan, Aide Tawani, and Chaplain Lonnie, for their assistance in ensuring Norman was comfortable, cared for, and in peace for his last days.
Raylyn, the young granddaughter of Glenda Harrell’s pastor, had a organ transplant yesterday. Please pray for Raylyn and the medical staff caring for her now and later her family as they care for her at home.
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February 9 – I Corinthians 13:4-7
BAPTIST PRESS
Many churches are having Prayer Meeting tonight.
FBC, Kentwood – 6 P.M. (also available live and later on Facebook)
5 P.M. – Youth meeting begins.
Other churches – Check for their time.
This morning, we have at least one new reader/prayer. We are always thankful to be joined by others. Welcome, Linda.
Anna Lee
David Wilson LeJeune, Age 87, passed away peacefully in the log home he built in Arcola, La. surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, February 5,2022. He was born on Oct 10,1934 in Egan, La. He is survived by his wife Dolores Babineaux LeJeune and their 8 children: Anne Marie LeJeune, Christine LeJeune Clever (Jay), Pamela LeJeune St. John (Jim), Madeline LeJeune, Bernadette LeJeune, Michael Jude LeJeune, Monica LeJeune Mixon (Duane), and Brian David LeJeune. Additionally, he is survived by his sister Margaret LeJeune Hanks. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Thomas Bruce (Sasha), Eileen Bruce McCroskey (Cliff), Candace Knoblock Barrera (Victor), Jeremiah Clever (Emily), Marya Clever Erdesky (Adam), Andrew St. John, Chad Mays, Jonathan Mays, Mary Havard Ramo (Justin), Daniel Havard, Genna Marland Jackson (Marvin), Joshua Carter, Mary LeJeune Davis (Joey), Eric Mixon, Jon Mixon (Heather), And his 39 greatgrandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. David is preceded in death by his parents: David Jagois LeJeune and Maria LeJeune LeJeune, his infant brother David J. LeJeune, his sisters Dorothy LeJeune Hanks, and Hilda LeJeune McLeod, and his Grandson Joshua Michael LeJeune. David will be remembered for his love of God and his Catholic faith, he was always kind, generous, and friendly to everyone he met. He was a faithful, devoted, and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He retired from Avondale Shipyards after 35 years and was an active member of St Helena Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. Visitation at St. Helena Catholic Church Hall from 9:00AM until 10:30AM with Funeral Mass at St. Helena Catholic Church at 11:00AM on Wednesday, February 9, 2022. Services conducted by Fr. Mark Beard. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA. A special Thank you to Tulane Medical Team , Acadian Ambulance #372, and Karol McGee from Modern Hospice for making it possible to fulfill my husband’s and dad’s last wish. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
April 02, 1986 – January 15, 2022
On Saturday January 15, 2022, Brian Ellis Varnado, a resident of Baton Rouge LA, passed away peacefully at the age of 35. He loved his kids unconditionally. He leaves behind his five children, Damyn Cutrer, Kayle Cutrer, Peyton Tarver, Abriane Varnado, and Everly Nereaux. Also his father Ellis Varnado, grandmother Cora Angie Miller along with his three brothers Jonathon (Ashly) Gilliland, Justin “Little Ricky” Varnado, and Ellis Varnado Along with his two sisters Cora Lajoie and Amber young with many other brothers and sisters, numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Brian was preceded in death by his mother April Michelle Gilliland, his grandmother Mary Ann Mckee, and his two grandfathers Jimmy Gilliland and M.L. Varnado. A memorial will be held on Saturday February 5, 2022 from 2:00pm until at M.L. Varnado Family Cemetery. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Norm Frosch, Bro. Darrell’s brother-in-law, passed away a few days ago. The obituary is not available yet. Please pray for the family.
Please continue to pray for Jim Slaven and JoEllen Carruth. Your prayers will be greatly appreciated.
READ AND WRITE A SCRIPTURE TODAY
February 8 – Nehemiah 9:17
(A copy of the readings for February is available at FBC sanctuary or office.)
BAPTIST PRESS
David and I have been searching for marbles and $1.00 solar calculators for OCC. You help or information of where we might locate them will be appreciated.
Thank you for reading, praying, and helping.
Anna Lee
Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love
and his wonderful deeds for mankind,
for he satisfies the thirsty
and fills the hungry with good things.
~Psalm 107:8-9~
Please continue to pray for JIM SLAVEN of Kentwood and JOELLEN CARRUTH of Greensburg. He is in North Oaks. She in in OLOL.
Feel free to add other names from your personal prayer journal.
READ AND WRITE THE BIBLE IN 2022 – GOD LOVES US
February 7 – Psalm 107-8-9
BAPTIST PRESS
Linda Callihan said I can include her in those who read ThePrayerLink every day. I’m so thankful and blessed by all who read my posts.
Saturday’s Workday for OCC went very well. We had fantastic workers. We have been told by a couple people that they planned to be there, but at the last minute had to do something else. I hope you have marked the first Saturday of each month on your calendar. I will be working to get our room back in order and beginning preparations for our next workday. Let me know if you have a couple hours to help at church or at home. I always appreciate volunteer workers.
The last two Sundays I have been blessed with the opportunity to visit in a Sunday School class for a few minutes to share information and to encourage involvement in missions. I’m thankful for the opportunity and look forward to visiting another class next Sunday.
Anna Lee
Please pray for Jim Slaven of Kentwood who is hospitalized at North Oaks. He needs our prayers today.
Please pray for JoEllen Carruth of Greensburg who was airlifted to OLOL this afternoon. She, also, needs our prayers.
Today, please pray for Mrs. Thelma Pierce from Osyka. She came to the OCC workday yesterday with sample drawstring bags to be used for marbles, little cars, etc. She got some ideas from us, helped us tremendously as we worked, and left to get more drawstring bags ready for us. All this is wonderful, but I must add that she has no vision in her left eye and is almost blind in the other eye now too. Her doctors have said that can happen at any time. Please pray for “Miss” Thelma as she continues to cook in a microwave, work in her garden with the help of her neighbor, Luther Terrell, sew marble bags, etc. Such a busy lady and so worthy of our prayers today.
As you pray for “Miss” Thelma, please add those who are on your own prayer list and the many unspoken prayer requests in our community.
Thanks to those who came and worked on the Operation Christmas Child items for the “shoeboxes”. David and I were thrilled at how successful you were in helping us prepare pencil bags and in preparing items for packing. Think of all the children whose lives will be impacted for God by your efforts.
February Missions – Operation Christmas Child
Boys and Girls, Sizes 4,8, & 14
Underwear
T-shirts
Bandanas
Socks
Read and write Scripture about God’s love for us.
February 6 – Zephaniah 3:17
February 7 – Psalm 107:8-9
God’s House will be warm and waiting for you this morning . . . .
Anna Lee
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