Wednesday

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else,

and live righteously,

and he will give you everything you need.” 

~Matthew 6:33 (NLT)~

 

 

 

Robin Alford, daughter of Walton and Peggy Alford, posted an update on her ankle problem.  It’s been six months since her surgery.  The foot looks better, but there is still pain when she tries to walk.  Please continue to pray for Robin as she works to regain her normal walking ability.

 

 

 

A number of people from our area are working with LA Baptist Disaster Relief in the west Louisiana.  Pam Kliesch said they have worked with tree removal, roof repair, giving out donations, feeding, distribution of water, etc.  Many people needed encouragement.  Pam even had the opportuity to serve as a chaplain.  What a blessing our folks are to those who were hit so hard by Hurricane Laura!

 

 

 

Linda Nell Russell

March 22, 1945 – August 27, 2020

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born March 22, 1945 in Foxworth, MS and was 75 years of age. Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister. She had a kind heart, a beautiful smile, and a shoulder for anyone who needed it. She loved music, reading, and cooking but her true joy was her family, Astros, and Elvis. Her life was simple but she had a huge impact on many. She was a member of Mt. Nebo Baptist Church where she served for many years. She is survived by her son, Brendan Russell (Janet); 2 daughters, Alayne Russell Granat (Rod) and Jacquie Russell Summerford (Jerry); 4 grandchildren, Kyle Granat, Justin Summerford, Madelyn Granat, and Gabriella Summerford; sister, Mary Saxon Johnson; brother, John Wayne Saxon; sister-in-law, Kay Crawford Saxon; former husband, Conley Russell; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Saint Elmo Saxon, Sr. and Johnnie Mae Forbes Saxon; brothers, Saint Elmo Saxon, Jr. and Linnie Saxon; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Olaf and Edith Russell. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Saturday, September 5, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Randel Carmadelle. Interment Russelltown Cemetery, Roseland, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – September 2

  • Ecclesiastes 1:1-3:22
  • 2 Corinthians 6:1-13
  • Psalm 46:1-11
  • Proverbs 22:15

 

 

Please remember the Fall Food Round-Up for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home.  Your items need to be at the church by September 20th for the September 21st pick-up.  The list of most needed items is available at the church.  This food drive restocks the pantry at the home for the next year.  This is our 2020 opportunity to help.

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child is making progress despite Covid-19.  If you have items to contribute, please get them to the church office.  If you have funds to help with shipping ($9.00/box). please turn that in soon.  Thanks for all your help in sending “Jesus”. toys, school supplies, and hygiene items to children around the world.  Contact the church office or me for more information.  You can use the link at the top of this post to contact me.

 

 

 

Tonight, at 6 P.M., FBC, Kentwood will give you an online opportunity to participate in Prayer Meeting.  I am thankful for this service and always look forward to the next time I can worship with my church family.

 

 

 

September brings us the Week of Prayer for state missions.  The focus week is September 13-21.  The theme for this year is “The Right Time”.  Your contributions help with many different ministries in Louisiana.

 

 

 

Baptist Press – https://www.baptistpress.com/

 

 

 

Today is an empty slate.  What will you use this day to do?  Will it all be for selfish purposes or will you spend some time doing for others?

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

“Brothers and sisters,

be patient until the Lord comes again.

See how farmers

wait for their precious crops to grow.

They wait patiently

for fall and spring rains.

You, too, must be patient.

Don’t give up hope.

The Lord will soon be here.”

~James 5:7-8 (GW)~

 

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – September 1

  • 1 Job 40:1-42:17
  • 2 Corinthians 5:11-21
  • Psalm 45:1-17
  • Proverbs 22:14

 

 

Please continue to pray for the many families with troubles of various kinds.  Pray for the many families who are grieving the loss of a loved one.

 

 

 

Some of the Baptist Press articles this week

 

 

I hope you found something that was interesting in these Baptist Press articles.  Prayer (and often action) is appropriate after reading each one.

Anna Lee

Monday, One More Time

Malone Rivers Williams, II

March 24, 1947 – August 30, 2020

But those who wait on 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 40:31

Malone Rivers Williams, II was born on March 24, 1947 in Kentwood, Louisiana to Marshall Marion Williams and Ethel Duval Terry Williams and went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 30, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center. He was a devoted follower of our Lord Jesus Christ and served faithfully at Spring Creek Baptist Church as a deacon, as well as serving on various committees. He served his community as alderman for Town of Kentwood, and constable of Ward 1, Tangipahoa Parish.  He proudly served as field representative for Congressman Ralph Abraham. He was a member and past Master of Spring Creek Masonic Lodge #184. He was co-owner of Kentwood Financial Services, Inc. and loved working with people. He was an avid outdoorsman.  As well as hunting and fishing, he loved his work in wildlife rehabilitation. His greatest delight in life was his six grandchildren.  He always kept Blue Bell ice cream and cones on hand, just in case they stopped by. He is preceded in death by his father, Marshall Marion Williams; mother, Ethel Terry Williams; 4 brothers, Howard Duvall Williams, Clifford Terry Williams, Thomas Williams, and an infant brother. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Brenice (Becky) McDaniel Williams, daughters Ginger Renee Hammel (Vince); Leann Alaine Lindsey (Jerry), and son Marshall Rivers Williams (Dawn); brother Henry Rufus Williams (Margie) and grandchildren Taylor Williams, Blaike Hammel, Brady Lindsey, Colin Hammel, Anna Lindsey, and Aubrey Lindsey, sister-in-law Betty Williams, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He will be so tremendously missed by his family, as well as his many dear friends. A memorial service will be held at Spring Creek Baptist Church on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, visitation beginning at 4:00, Masonic services at 6:00 with the memorial service following.  Services will be conducted by Dr. Adam Hughes, Rev. Eric Latham, and Dr. Danny Smith. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Spring Creek Baptist Church Building Fund, 73072 Highway 1054, Kentwood, LA  70444. Thank you to the ICU medical team at North Oaks Medical Center who ministered to him, not only physically, but spiritually, as well.  You have been a great comfort. In accordance with current guidelines, the family asks that you observe social distancing and wear a face mask.

 

Monday Addition

I have four obituaries to share.  Please pray for each family.

Leroy Wilkinson, Jr.

January 06, 1951 – August 28, 2020

Leroy Wilkinson, Jr. of Amite passed into eternal glory on August 28, 2020. Only 6 short weeks after his beloved wife, Debbie Wilkinson. Leroy was a beloved husband, father, and “Poppa” to his six grandchildren, whom he loved dearly, but most of all he was a man of God who served the Lord. Leroy was an astoundingly hard worker. His hands were strong and gentle all at the same time. He devoted himself fully to the Lord, his family, and his work. The family is reminded of this scripture from Colossians 3, as it represents the Hard working servants heart he had. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” Leroy was born January 6, 1951 in Independence, LA and was 69 years of age. He is survived by his 3 sons, Dustin Wilkinson and wife, Madelyn Wilkinson of Amite, Jacob Wilkinson and wife, Hannah Wilkinson of Amite and Jordan Wilkinson and wife, Whitney Wilkinson of Montpelier; grandchildren, Kenlea Wilkinson, Brooks Wilkinson, Rivers Wilkinson, Harper Wilkinson, Bradlee Wilkinson and Collins Wilkinson; siblings, Faye Wilkinson Singleton and husband, Wayne, twin brother, Claude William Wilkinson and wife, Minnie, Margie Wilkinson Cutrer, and Michael Wayne Wilkinson and wife, Sandy. Preceded in death by wife of 40 years, Debbie Miller “Zsa Zsa” Wilkinson; father, Frederick Leroy Wilkinson, Sr.; mother, Willie Mae “Billie” Lyon Wilkinson. Visitation at Cornerstone Church of Amite from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Wednesday and from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Thursday, September 3, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Mervin Strother and Pastor Chip Fitz. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

(Leroy was my cousin.  His grandpaw, Claude Wilkinson, and my grandmother, Jennie Wilkinson Draughon, were siblings.)

 

 

Carlton William Drew, Sr

September 04, 1938 – August 29, 2020

I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die. John 11:25

Carlton William Drew, Sr. a native of Tickfaw, LA and resident of Oakwood Village in Zachary, was born September 4, 1938 and went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 29, 2020. He was a Snap-On Tools Salesman in Baton Rouge for over 36 years. Carlton was a man who loved his family deeply. His face would light up when he talked about his children, grandchildren and especially his great-grandchildren. He loved spending time with family. Carlton did not meet a stranger and was blessed to have many good friends over the years. He will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. He also spent many years coaching baseball and softball. Some of his fondest memories were of his coaching days in the Baker Little League Program. Carlton is survived by his three children, Pam Hays (Greg), Billy Drew (Lisa) and Tommy Drew (Martha). His five grandchildren, Amber Anderson (Jeramie), Brandon Hays (Kate), Denon Stacy (Dallas), Dane Drew (Kendyl) and Will Drew and his seven great grandchildren, Evie, Hannah, Knox, Camden, Ben, Ellie and Slade. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Larry Brinkley (Debbie) and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Evelyn Brinkley Drew, his parents, Dallas and Nina Drew, a sister, Doris Hughes and two brothers, Colis Drew and Artie Drew. The family wishes to share that there will be a private graveside service. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Eddie James Hano

September 08, 1951 – August 30, 2020

A resident of Pine Grove, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2020. He was born September 8, 1951 in Independence, LA and was 68 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Peggy H. Hano, Pine Grove; 2 daughters, Tammy H. Mathews (Stephan), Ponchatoula, and Renee’ Stubbs (Mark), Albany; 3 sons, Eric Hano, Springfield, Dale Tate (Tasha) Kentwood, and Brandon Tate (Robbie), Walker; grandchildren, Michael, Rayla (Mike), Brody, Drew, Brantley, Parklyn, Ethan, Ella, Zachary, and Kay Kay; sister, Chryl H. “Pooky” Wood, Ponchatoula; very special aunt, Rose P. Cannino and his entire Cannino family. Preceded in death by parents, Ray Roy Hano, Sr. and Earline P. Hano; brothers, Ray Roy Hano, Jr., Quincy “Buster” Hano, and Timmy Hano. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until religious services at 2:00PM on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Services conducted by Pastor Danny Carter. Interment Killian Chapel Cemetery, Amite, LA. Pallbearers will be Brody Tate, Drew Tate, Brantley Tate, Michael Troxler, Jr., Joe Cannino, and Russell Cannino. Honorary pallbearers will be Kyle Carter, Nick Cannino and Frankie Cannino. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Lana Jean Miller

March 07, 1948 – August 28, 2020

 

Lana Jean Miller passed from this life into the arms of Jesus and her beloved Ms. Lillie on Friday, August 28, 2020 at the Carpenter House in Baton Rouge. She was born on March 7, 1948, but every year said she was celebrating her 18th birthday. She lived for 50+ years at Hammond State School in Albany. For the past several years, Lana was cared for by Assistance Just for You in her own apartment. Her precious caregivers loved her like family. Lana was feisty, funny, and very determined. Some of her caregivers referred to her as “The Boss” because she thought she was just that.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Grover and Lillie Niquiporo Miller, and her sister Carolyn Miller Cronin. The original four are together again. Lana is survived by her sister, Marlene Miller Roney (Paul), six nieces and nephews, twelve great nieces and nephews, and one great-great nephew.

Lana’s presence in our family will be missed, but we know she is now truly living “We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 5:8). In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Assistance Just for You, 900 JW Davis Drive, Hammond, LA 70403.
Visitation at Hillsdale Baptist Church from 10:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. Interment Hillsdale Cemetery, Hillsdale, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday

“Don’t look out only for your own interests,

but take an interest in others, too.

You must have the same attitude

that Christ Jesus had.”

~Philippians 2:4-5 (NLT)~

 

 

 

I will be very brief, but will post more later.

 

 

 

Please be in prayer for the family and friends of Malone Williams who passed away yesterday at North Oaks.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 31

  • Job 37:1-39:30
  • 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:10
  • Psalm 44:9-26
  • Proverbs 22:13

 

 

 

Lord’s Day

“Be patient,

resting your hearts on the ultimate certainty.”

~James 5:8 (PHILLIPS)~

 

 

 

Update on John Orr of Sulphur Springs, TX

John’s valve replacement went very well according to his doctor.  John will be 94 on September 10th.  A while back he sang a special at his church.  It was “The Longer I Serve Him, the Sweet it Grows”.  It was absolutely beautiful and so special.

 

 

 

Revival continues at FBC, Kentwood.

Join us in person or online, like most of us, for the final service at 10:30 this morning.  This morning’s speaker is Bro. Joe Weaver.

 

 

 

Sickness Continues

Please continue to pray for victims of Covid-19 and their families.  Once it hit our area, it seems like the conditions here are allowing it to stay and involve more and more people.

 

 

 

Deaths

  • Amanda Dorsa ‘s brother Timmy Alford passed away.  Their mother, a classmate, recently passed away.  I remember them best as they attended church in Roseland many years ago.  I was able to reconnect with Amanda a few months ago.
  • Leroy Wilkinson died Friday.  His wife and mother-in-law passed away six weeks ago.  Leroy leaves a great legacy for his siblings and three sons and their families.  Please pray for the Wilkinson family.
  • I just realized both of men who died were twins.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 30th

  • Job 34:1-36:33
  • 2 Corinthians 4:1-12
  • Psalm 44:1-8
  • Proverbs 22:10-12

 

 

Continue to pray for all who live in the path of Hurricane Laura as they begin to work for recovery of their personal property and communities.  Pray for those who are there to help them.  May God watch over all the volunteers.

Don’t forget the revival service this morning.  You can worship with us in person or online during the service or online later.  

Stay safe and healthy.

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

The heavens declare the glory of God;

the skies proclaim the work of his hands

~Psalm 19:1~

We’ve all done a lot of sky-watching this past week.  Did you see God when you looked up?

 

 

 

Bryan Tate is now home from spending another week at St. Tammany because of pneumonia.  He was sent home last night.  Thank God for keeping watch over Bryan.

 

 

 

John Orr (nearly 94) of Sulphur Springs , TX  had heart valve surgery yesterday.  Pray for his recovery.

 

 

 

Please continue to pray for the people from Kentwood. and elsewhere, who have Covid – 19.  

 

 

 

John Howell “Johnny” McNabb

December 06, 1938 – August 27, 2020

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born December 6, 1938 in Kentwood, LA and was 81 years of age. He was a U. S. Air Force Veteran and a member the Masonic Lodge #248 in Kentwood. He is survived by his son, Michael McNabb and wife, Kim; daughter, Monica Miley and husband, Travis; grandchildren, Courtney Woodard, Mallory Brabham and husband, Joseph, Brittany Woodard, Shelby Woodard, Christopher McNabb and wife, Brita, Landon McNabb and wife, Brooke, Kelsey Fitzgerald, Kaleigh Dyar and husband, Justin, Emily Miley, Gracie Miley and Emmett Miley; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Ann Huff; brother, Barry McNabb and wife, Helen; sister-in-law, Billie Rae Bullock; brother-in-law, Maurice Jay Bridges and wife, Judy. Preceded in death by wife, Monnie Bridges McNabb; his parents, Robert Lee McNabb and Nannie Belle Sanders McNabb; daughter, Lynette Woodard; brother, Robert Lee “Bobby” McNabb, Jr.; brothers-in-law, Thomas “Pud” Bridges, Garland “ Rocky” Bridges and Curtis Bridges; sisters-in-law, Betty Wales and Rhonda Bridges. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Sunday with a Masonic Service at 7:00PM. Visitation will continue from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Monday, August 31, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Larry Blades. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 29

  • Job 31:1-33:33
  • 2 Corinthians 3:1-18
  • Psalm 43:1-5
  • Proverbs 22:8-9

 

 

I enjoyed the revival services from FBC, Kentwood last night.  Tonight, we will again have revival services at 6:00.  You are invited to attend in person or online.

If you missed it last night, here is the link to the service.  I hope you enjoy Riverside Revival Band with the stump fiddle, Joanna King with her beautiful medley, and  Bro. Joe King who now pastors in Hattiesburg, MS.

 

 

 

Who do you need to check on today?  Give them a call.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday

 “Look, he is coming with the clouds,

”and “every eye will see him,

even those who pierced him”;

and all peoples on earth

“will mourn because of him.”

So shall it be! Amen.

 

 

Bro. Rusty Durand did a great job preaching the first night of revival last night.  The message was about how God can use one person, each of us.  If you missed it, you can find it on FB or YouTube.  Tonight, Bro. Joe King will be presenting God’s Word to us.  Join us at 6 P.M. in person or online.

 

 

 

Bobby Landry of Amite has a lengthy heart procedure yesterday.  All went well.  Pray for a good recovery for him and for the family.

 

 

 

Another day and more friends with Covid – 19!  Please pray for the people of our area that seems to be especially hard hit at this time.  Pray for a preventive measure and better treatment for this disease.

 

 

 

Mr. Johnny McNabb passed away.  This was shared by his sister. Ann Huff.

As most of you have heard God called our dear oldest brother Johnny to heaven today to join his beloved wife, Monnie who preceded him to Heaven by 7 weeks and 2 days! He had COVID 19 but was recuperating from the virus but had a massive stroke from afib 2 days ago and could not overcome that.

 

 

 

Calvin Julius “Jukie” Stevens

March 27, 1943 – August 27, 2020

A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA as a result of the Coronavirus. He was born March 27, 1943 in Folsom, LA and was 77 years of age. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Hayden Stevens; son, Terry Wayne Stevens; daughter-in-law, Reena Stevens; grandchildren, Cody Stevens, Kyle Rosalies and wife, Kelsey, Hunter Rosalies and Haley Rosalies; great-granddaughter on the way, Beretta Rosalies; 2 sisters, Shirley Maus and Dorothy Cranham; 2 brother-in-laws, Richard Hayden and Tim and wife, Donice Hayden. Preceded in death by his son, Gregory Stevens; parents, Everett and Geneva Stevens; granddaughter, Megan Stevens; mother-in-law, Frances Winborn Hayden Lambert; father-in-law, Victor Hayden. Visitation at Wilmer Missionary Baptist Church from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, August 29, 2020. Services conducted by Bro. Jason Skipper. Interment Wilmer Cemetery, Amite, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

This is the father of Greg Stevens who passed away last week and the family I requested prayer for last Thursday.   Please continue to pray for the family.  Losing two members so closely in time is extra hard.

 

 

 

God sent Hurricane Laura on a path that lessened the problems for our area and increased them for the people west of us.  Pray for the people who were in the path of the storm.  Pray for people to serve in ways to minister to the many needs.  Thank Him for those who “step-up” and do all they can to help in such situations.  May each of us find a way to participate in some way.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 28

  • Job 28:1-30:31
  • 2 Corinthians 2:12-17
  • Psalm 42:1-11
  • Proverbs 22:7

 

 

Baptist Press – https://www.baptistpress.com/

 

 

 

Louisiana Baptist Message –  https://baptistmessage.com/

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child – Thanks to two ladies from the church who asked about a need for our “shoeboxes” and who have already taken steps to meet that need.  At this point, I’m not sure what “packing the shoeboxes” will look like.  I will let you know soon.

 

 

 

Coming Soon

  • September 13-20 – Georgia Barnette Week of Prayer for mission work in Louisiana
  • September 21 – Pick-up day for our grocery collection for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home – The annual Fall Food Roundup

 

 

What do you have to thank God for today?

  • Protection?
  • Health?
  • Family Blessings?
  • Job Situation?
  • Salvation for a loved one?
  • ____________________
  • ____________________
  • ____________________

Don’t forget to thank Him today.

“Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart”

Give Thanks

Don Moen
Give thanks with a grateful heart
Give thanks to the Holy One
Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son
Give thanks with a grateful heart
Give thanks to the Holy One
Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son
And now let the weak say, “I am strong”
Let the poor say, “I am rich
Because of what the Lord has done for us”
And now let the weak say, “I am strong”
Let the poor say, “I am rich
Because of what the Lord has done for us”
Give thanks with a grateful heart (with a grateful heart)
Give thanks to the Holy One (to the Holy One)
Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son
Give thanks with a grateful heart (with a grateful heart)
Give thanks to the Holy One (to the Holy One)
Give…

 

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday

“Many nations will be joined with the LORD in that day and will become my people.

I will live among you and you will know that the LORD Almighty has sent me to you.

~Zechariah 2:11~

 

 

 

Hurricane Laura!  Pray, pray, pray!

  • We didn’t get the worse of the storm, but some other people got hit hard!
  • Pray for families that lost family members.
  • Pray for families who lost homes and businesses.
  • Pray for those who will be without services.
  • Pray for those who will be policing, rescuing, searching, clearing debris, cooking, providing meals, ministering to hearts, rebuilding, etc.
  • Pray for the long recovery for all the people.
  • Pray for those who will face Hurricane Laura in the coming hours and days.

 

Louisiana Baptist Disaster Relief

BASELA Family- we are making Disaster Relief Preparations with the LBC in response to Hurricane Laura. We most likely will deploy a Feeding Unit to Lake Charles (or near there) Monday. Chainsaw Teams/mudout teams will be needed. If you can volunteer please call our missions office and leave your contact information (985-839-3827 select option three) Please be patient as we cannot deploy volunteers until the storm passes and law enforcement gives the okay. Please join me in praying for people in the pTh of the storm. -Bro. Stan

 

 

 

There will be plenty to do to help in the wake of this storm.  Not everyone needs to go and cut trees, repair roofs, etc.  Each person can do what God has equipped them to do.  Please do what God leads you to do.  I know we can all pray!

 

 

 

 

CHARLES KENNETH CARDARONELLA

Charles Kenneth Cardaronella was born July 24, 1956, in Hammond, Louisiana to loving parents Virginia and Tony Cardaronella, and was a lifelong resident of Independence, Louisiana.  On August 23, 2020, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, Charles peacefully succumbed to the complications of COVID 19, after fighting hard to overcome the disease.

Charles was the proud father of daughter Aeriel Cardaronella Cox, son-in-law Lance Scott Cox, and loving grandfather to Allie Ann Cox and Macie Ann Cox, all of Folsom, Louisiana.  Charles was the youngest of three siblings, survived by a brother, Larry T. Cardaronella, also of Independence, and a sister, Tonia C. Canale (Charles Jr.) of Tickfaw, Louisiana.  Nieces and nephews include Toby Cardaronella (Rhonda), Timothy Cardaronella (Tara), Jeffrey Cardaronella, Jeremy Cardaronella, Lacey C. Todora (Phil), and Casey C. Stewart (Josh), Brian  Canale (Melissa) and goddaughter and niece Dea C. Frederick (Brian), along with many great nieces and nephews.  Additionally, he leaves behind his friend and Aeriel’s mother, Paula Dugas and his loving godmother Mary Frances Cardaronella Brashears.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Virginia Carden Cardaronella and grant-parents Frank Sr. and Victoria Chula Cardaronella, and Thomas and Anna Belle Shelton Carden.

A 1974 graduate of Independence Boys’ High School, Independence, Louisiana, Charles was a Trade Show Carpenter with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America.  His work took him to various parts of the United States and into Canada, where he made lifetime friends.  Charles was a member of the Parish of Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church, and he volunteered much time at the Independence Italian Cultural Museum.  Charles’ loves included family, friends, and fishing.  He enjoyed cooking and sharing his jerky with everyone, too, as well as learning more of his Sicilian heritage.

Visitation will be conducted at Harry McKneely Funeral Home, Hammond, LA, on Friday, August 28, beginning at 9:00 AM until the funeral service begins at 11:00 AM.  Interment will be held in a private ceremony at a later date.

Honorary Pallbearers include Sidney Stabile, Richard Whalen, Guy Capace, David Falcone, Tommy Mandella, and Joey Campo.  Memorial gifts can be made in Charles’ name to the Independence Italian Cultural Museum, P. O. Box 582, Independence, LA. 70443.  Special thanks for all of the prayers during Charles’ fight, for the excellent care received from the OLOL Special Disease Unit, OLOL Palliative Care Team, OLOL Care Managers, and OLOL Chaplains.

Face masks are now mandatory to attend any visitation or service at the funeral home. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

 

 

Freddie Gene Routt

February 04, 1942 – August 26, 2020

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at his home. He was born February 4, 1942 in Wilsonville, AL and was 78 years of age. Freddie grew up in Baton Rouge and graduated from Istrouma High School in 1960. He worked at Ethel Corporation as a heavy equipment supervisor from 1965 until 1985. He also worked at Gulf Lumber in Mobile, AL as a heavy equipment supervisor. He is survived by his wife, Josefina Son Routt, Kentwood; daughters, Judalyn Ilaya Son, Kentwood, Hany Ilaya Son, Kentwood, Madonna Helen Jones, Baton Rouge, and Martha G. Kliesch, Kentwood; son, Frederick Christian J. Routt, Baton Rouge; and numerous grandchildren. Preceded in death by first wife, Donna Milby Routt; parents, Herman Frederick Routt and Sarah Ashmore Routt; brother, Don J. Routt. The family would like to thank Jamie and Jessica with Encompass Health for their excellent care. Graveside Services will be held at Pine Ridge Cemetery, 3893 Hwy 440, Kentwood, LA at 4:00PM Monday, August 31, 2020. Services conducted by Rev. Dr. Michael Townsend. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 27

  1. Job 23:1-27:23
  2. 2 Corinthians 1:12-2:11
  3. Psalm 41:1-13
  4. Proverbs 22:5-6

 

 

 

Baptist Press – https://www.baptistpress.com/

 

 

 

 

REVIVAL – Begins tonight

  • FBC, Kentwood
  • In person or online
  • 6 P.M.

 

 

 

The sun is coming up.  The first thing I noticed is a beautiful red hibiscus flower. That reminds me of God’s faithfulness.

“Great is Thy Faithfulness”

 

 

Don’t let the storm, sickness, being quarantined, or anything else take this message from you today or any day.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

“[The Lord] is being patient for your sake.

He does not want anyone to be destroyed,

but wants everyone to repent.”

~2 Peter 3:9 (NLT)~

 

 

 

First Baptist Church, Kentwood

  • Prayer meeting will be at 6 P.M.  You may attend in person, wearing a mask, or watch online at 6 P.M. on Facebook or YouTube.
  • Revival services begin tomorrow night at 6 P.M. You may attend in person or online. Please be in prayer for people to be receptive to what God has in store for us.

 

 

 

Read the Bible in 2020 – August 26

  • Job 20:1-22:30
  • 2 Corinthians 1:1-11
  • Psalm 40:11-17
  • Proverbs 22:2-4

 

 

Baptist Press – https://www.baptistpress.com/

 

 

 

We are thankful Hurricane Laura missed our area for the most part, but realize other people will be greatly influenced by the weather in the next few days.  Pray for safety for the people.  Also, pray for individual preparations and wise decision making.

 

 

 

The Covid-19 virus has impacted people in various ways.  A number of people are trying to work long-delayed surgeries in at area hospitals  Pray all will be done in God’s perfect timing.

 

 

 

Pray for those who are pretty-well homebound because of the virus.  It’s been almost six months for us.  Withdrawal from the normal activities of our lives causes major changes.  We have two people here, but pray especially hard for individuals who are alone.  Days can be long between mail, phone calls ,and visits.

 

 

 

Please pray for all the area students up through college age who are beginning another year of school.  Pray for good health and wise choices for each person.  Pray for teachers who are facing job changes or retirement due to Covid-19.

 

 

 

Dallas Kirk Russell

March 17, 1935 – August 22, 2020

A resident of Russelltown, LA, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at his home. He was born March 17, 1935 in Russelltown, LA and was 85 years of age. He is survived by wife, Mary Louise Ricks Russell; son, Stanley Barton Russell; brothers, Morris Russell and Conley Russell; grandchild, Colby Barton Russell. Preceded in death by father, Olaf Shelby Russell; mother, Edith Lillian Spring; sisters, Ontie Gredesky, Iris Bell, Mary Lyle Ellzey, Clariece Toney and JoAnn Russell. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5:00PM until 9:00PM on Thursday and from 10:00AM until religious services at 2:00PM on Friday, August 28, 2020. Services conducted by Bro. Randall Carmadelle. Interment Russelltown Cemetery, Roseland, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Samuel Paul Boudreaux, Jr.

August 06, 1942 – August 24, 2020

Samuel Paul Boudreaux, Jr., a resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Linda Carlota Collins Boudreaux; his children, Ronald Damian and Joy Lynn Boudreaux Moore, Kay Jeanine Boudreaux, and Thomas Scot and Tracy Lane Boudreaux Johnson; also survived by Linda’s son, Ronald Lyle Johnson and the Schwartz Family; grandchildren, Davin Paul Boudreaux, Joseph Scot and Rachel Johnson, Leigha Rae Watson, Joe and Rebecca Hope Easley, Ian Eldridge McKinney and Carrissa Cortez, Dustin James Watson, Thomas Lane Johnson, Jacob O’Bryan and Brittany Moore, Carlota Lynn Johnson, Ian Michael Johnson, Anabelle Johnson, and 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Ethel Fitzgerald and family; brother, Hubert “Bubby” Tycer and the Tycer family; sisters, Mamie Reese and Mauricette Gilpin. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Jonathan Paul Boudreaux “Jonboy” Moore; brothers, James O. Tycer and his wife, Robelia, Tommy Lane Buckley, and Bobby; a sister, Hazel; brothers-in-law, James “Jimmy” Schwartz and Dr. Joel Fitzgerald; and Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Tycer. Paul wanted his family and loved them unconditionally. He enjoyed his garden, cooking Sunday dinner, fishing, hunting, and social gatherings including cards, music, dancing, friends, and his family. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We invite you to join us Saturday morning, August 29th to remember Paul’s life at his home with his family. Service will be at 10:00AM with food and fellowship following at 11:00AM.

 

 

Keep your chin up and God in your heart.  Focus on being a blessing to others.

Anna Lee