Monday Addition

Thursday, FBC, Amite will host a National Day of Prayer event at 6:30 P.M.  You are invited to attend.

 

 

 

David‘s blood level was still at 7.3.  He did not get blood and hasn’t had any for more than a month.  His kidneys were doing well.  We’ll get info on liver Thursday.  He weight is up to 150.

 

 

 

Donald B. Easley, Sr.

March 31, 1938 – April 27, 2019

A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019 in Kentwood, LA. He was born March 31, 1938 in Easleyville, LA and was 81 years of age. He is survived by 1 son Donald B. Easley, Jr. and wife, Terri; Peggy Allen, significant other and care giver; Jan LaBorde, the mother of his children; 5 grandchildren, Brannon Holton, Micah Holton, Donald B. “Trey” Easley, III, Dustin J. Easley and wife, Kristen and Jacy Lynn Porta; 4 great- grandchildren, Bryce Holton, Braxton Holton, Stella Holton and Aleah Porta; 1 brother, Tommy Lane Easley and wife, Kaye; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by wife, Julie Easley; parents, Toler Tom Easley and Lillie Mae McKlemurry; 1 brother, John L. Easley, Sr.; 1 daughter, Janet Ann Easley. Pallbearers, Brannon Holton, Micah Holton, Trey Easley, Dustin Easley, Mark Easley and Jerry Simmons. Honarary Pallbearers, Tommy Easley, Paul Pittman, Joe Earl Easley, Gerald McMillan and Jacy Porta. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Tuesday, April 30, 2019, and from 8:00 AM until religious services at 10:00 AM Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Services conducted by Rev. Donnie Easley. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood, LA. A special thank you to Community Hospice Care. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Keep praying for all the needs around us.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Sunday

“Go, stand in the temple courts,” he said, “and tell the people all about this new life.”

~Acts 5:20~

I find “shoeboxes” a way old and young alike can help share the Good News about Jesus!

 

 

 

I hope you are thinking about and making purchases to pack some OCC kits.  Some examples of kits are:

  • Hair fixin’s (ribbons, pony tail holders, combs, brushes, etc.)
  • Handyman items (screw driver, screws, small hammers, nails, measuring tapes, etc.)
  • Jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, rings, etc.)
  • School supplies (pens, pencils, makers, erasers, 6 ” rulers, push pins, post it notes, etc.)
  • Fishing kits (hooks, floaters, sinkers, string, etc.)
  • Jewelry making items (beads, elastic string, crosses, etc.)
  • Kitchen kits (measuring spoons, dish cloths, stirring spoons, serving spoons, etc.)
  • Sewing kits (scissors, fabric, thread, buttons, lace, etc.)
  • Small toys for boys (cars, tractors, plastic animals, marbles, etc.)
  • Band aids of various sizes and designs
  • Puzzle with a photo copy of picture from box
  • Let your imagination be your guide,

 

 

 

Some packing ideas I shared with a neighbor are the tall rectangular cans that hold drink mixes, chip containers, small pencil cases, and medicine bottles.   These can be used to hold any of the items listed above.  Note: It is helpful if you remove the labels or cover them with contact paper or colorful duct tape.  It is also helpful if you wash all you containers so there is no residue from the original contents.

 

 

 

I suppose you get the idea by now, that now is the time to make purchases for “shoeboxes”.  If you need any additional information so you, your family, a class, a church, a school, etc. can get started, please contact me.  I love to help get others started in this wonderful opportunity we have every year.

 

 

 

Read and Write the Bible – Psalm 62: 5-8 .

 

 

 

Copies of the May Scripture references will be available at FBC, Kentwood today or during the week (by going to the church office).  You can also go to the following like to print your own copy.  I’m using the one on the right.

http://www.wholemagazine.org/scripture-writing-plans/may-abiding-in-christ

Anna Lee

 

Saturday

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”  ~Luke 19:10 (NIV)~

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child is the program that sends “shoeboxes” filled with clothing, toiletries, school supplies, and toys to children around the world.  By taking your gifts out of the bulky packaging, you can put more items in the “shoeboxes”.  I have a tote on the organ at church that contains some suggestions for purchases.  I hope you will check it out and have a great trip shopping.  If you attend another church in our area, feel free to go to the office during office hours and ask someone to show you where to look.  These are not the only items, but are good ideas of some of the things that can be purchased year-round.

You may want to craft some items: tote bags, jump ropes, bean bags with plastic pellets or small pebbles, pencil pouches, shirts, dresses, pillowcases, lap blankets, etc.  You can check Pinterest for many ideas.

Boxes will need $9.00 for postage.  Printed materials to introduce the children to Jesus will be added.  The printed materials are in the language of the country where the children live.  It is not a good idea to send printed materials written in English.

In early November, the boxes can be sent to a collection site.  FBC, Kentwood is one of the more local sites for many of you.  You can check the OCC site on the computer for more information about sites, packing, deadlines, etc.

 

 

 

Read & Write the Bible Today – Psalms 40: 1-3

 

 

 

Pray for the many people in Ruston and other areas who had tornado damage.  Below is a partial list of items you may want to contribute.

 

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Meg is  currently on site in Ruston.  You can contact her in a few days or the missions office in Franklinton (Bro. Stan).

 

 

 

While I was reading about “No Clothing”, I thought of the Hope Center in Roseland.  They accept donations of various kinds, including clothing, Tuesday through Friday 9 A.M. – 5 P.M.

 

 

 

I hope you have received some ideas of how you can minister here in Louisiana and around the world.  Missions has many faces.  Learn to look for opportunities.

Anna Lee

 

 

Friday Afternoon

Hazel Louise Lee Allen

January 31, 1937 – April 25, 2019

Hazel Louise Lee Allen, a resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away on April 25, 2019 at Heritage Healthcare Center in Hammond, LA. She was born on January 31, 1937 in Amite, LA, a graduate of Amite High School, a member of the Amite Church of Christ, and was 82 years old. She was friends with nearly everyone and could often be found at the Kentwood Cafe with her sister Rose, checking in with everyone else in the restaurant before eating her own food. She loved to help others, and spent her spare time as a volunteer foster grandparent with the Head Start program, serving as a mentor and friend to underprivileged children. Reading was her favorite hobby, and she likely read every mystery novel the Kentwood Library ever had in stock. She is survived by her two sons, David and James Allen, Jr.; grandchildren, Katie, Eli, Savana, Landon, Jordan, and Stephen Allen; sister Rosalie Wheeler; brother-in-law, Keith Allen; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Gill and her husband, Billy, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was very proud of her family, and they will all miss her dearly. She is preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Lois Lee; siblings, Marvin and Julia Lee; and her husband of 60 years, James K. Allen, Sr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM Monday, April 29, 2019. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Friday

“The person who plants selfishness, ignoring the needs of others—ignoring God!—harvests a crop of weeds.

All he’ll have to show for his life is weeds!

But the one who plants in response to God, letting God’s Spirit do the growth work in him, harvests a crop of real life, eternal life.” 

~Galatians 6:7-8 The Message~

 

 

 

 

Joanne Seymour  has been battling cancer.  Her recent scans were all clean.  That’s a whole year of good reports.  Please thank God for the good report.

 

 

 

Rick and Krystal Slaven Campbell are the proud parents of Abigail Olivia who was born yesterday morning at 8:55.  She weighed 7 pounds 14 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.  Pray for them as they raise their precious daughter in a loving, Christian home.

 

 

 

Mary Criswell sent word that Hazel Allen passed away yesterday afternoon, but did not know any arrangements yet.  I will post them when they become available.

 

 

 

Thursday, May 2,  will be the annual National Day of Prayer.  Keep your eyes and ears open for ways you can participate.  The theme this year is  “Love One Another”.

 

 

 

Read and Write the Bible Today – Psalm 37: 5-9

 

 

 

Trained Disaster Relief Workers are needed in Ruston.  Also, items are being collected to distribute in Ruston.  You may be able to help.  Contact the BASELA office, Bro. Stan Statham, if you are able to help in any way.    985-515-4368

 

 

 

Thanks for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

“We must bear the ‘burden’ of being considerate of the doubts and fears of others.” 

~Romans 15:2b TLB~

 

 

Mrs. Barbara Baugh fell and broke her hip.  She’s has been in St. Tammany Hospital where she had surgery.  Now, she will begin the rehab phase of treatment.  Please pray for her and Bro. Joe.

 

 

 

David Sellers‘ angiogram went well.  He should be home from the hospital today.  Thank you for praying for him.

 

 

 

I didn’t report it earlier this month,  but Buddy Morris got a good report that said “remission”.  Pray for Buddy and Eleanor as they continue his health journey.  One of our mutual friends commented on Buddy’s full head of hair that has returned.  Join them in thanking God for the continued good reports.

 

 

 

A young nurse who grew up in Kentwood is taking the big step into being a mother today.  Pray for Rick and Crystal Slaven Campbell and their baby girl.

 

 

 

Read and Write the Bible – Psalm 27:13-14

 

 

 

Some plastic Easter eggs have been turned in at church.  If you have some you want to give, take them to the church office or to the basket on the organ.  Thank you for helping with our “shoebox” projects.

 

 

 

Be aware of the weather today. 

Anna Lee

Wednesday

“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” 

~2 Timothy 1:7 TLB~

 

 

 

Read & Write the Bible Today – Psalms 25: 1-5

 

 

 

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party 

  • Fourth Tuesday of each month
  • 11 A.M. at the Burger Basket in Osyka
  • Honors ladies with birthdays that month
  • All ladies are welcome to attend.
  • No invitation needed; Just come.

 

 

 

The Operation Christmas Child “shoeboxes” takes gifts and the message of Jesus’ love to children around the world.  I’m so thankful we are able to participate in this ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, which is a part of Franklin Graham’s ministry.  Remember that each shoebox impacts an average of seven people.  We need to do our part to reach the children for the Lord.

 

 

 

The Lottie Moon Easter Offering for North America continues.  Thank-you to those who have contributed to the need to reach out to the lost in Canada and the United States.

 

 

 

I don’t have any new information about Debbie Stewart, but will post it when I hear.  Let’s keep praying for her and her family.

 

 

 

Pray for David Sellers as he has an angiogram this morning at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.

 

 

 

Reach out to encourage others today through a call, a card, a visit, etc.  There are many ways you can minister to others – music, transportation, cooking, prayer, etc.  Don’t miss the opportunities God gives you each week.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday

“But if we live in the light, as God is in the light, we can share fellowship with each other.

Then the blood of Jesus, God’s Son, cleanses us from every sin.

If we say we have no sin, we are fooling ourselves, and the truth is not in us.”

 1 John 1:7-8 NCV~

 

 

David‘s blood level continues to run low, but about the same.  The doctors are beginning to think this is the “new normal” for him.  Yesterday, he was given an option regarding receiving a unit of blood.  David chose not to get it yesterday, but to wait until he feels the need more.  He can get his blood any day this week, so we don’t have to wait until next Monday.  Thank you for your continued prayers.

Linda Gabel Brown

November 07, 1947 – April 21, 2019

A resident of Amite passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 7, 1947 in Denham Springs and was 71 years of age. She was a member of St. Helena Catholic Church in Amite. She is survived by her husband, Harold Brown; 3 daughters, Ronda Durbin and Robbie Lee, Donna Cutrer and husband, Ric, and Sheree Peek; grandchildren, Brandon Voight and wife, Lauren, Todd Voight and wife, Georgette, Devin Peek and wife, Jessica, Kayla Populis and husband, C.J., Kyle Hayden and wife, April, Kelly Ewing and husband, Dustin, Tyler Durbin, Brittany Cutrer, Baylor Cutrer and wife, Baileigh, and Justin Cutrer and wife, Pam; great-grandchildren, Daisy Voight, Hunter Voight, Ryleigh Voight, Triston Voight, Keaton Peek, Anna Peek, Eli Peek, Carter Stephens, Karigan Ewing, Tinsley Populis, Lawson Hayden, Luke Hayden, Levi Hayden, Ariat Cutrer, Owen Cutrer, and Eden Cutrer; brothers, Paul Gabel and wife, Gloria, Red Gabel, and Carroll Gabel and wife, Karen; sisters-in-law, Ann Hall and husband, Jimmy, Dianne Brown, Marilyn Russell and husband, Lawrence, Carolyn Santangelo and husband, Tony, Missy Miller and husband, Ricky, and Robin White. Preceded in death by father, Ernest P. Gabel; mother, Grace Grantham Gabel Raborn; step-father, Clyde Raborn; grandson, Stephen Voight; brothers, Cecil Gabel, Robert Gabel, and Doodle Gabel; sister, Beverly Van Osdell; sister-in-law, Tammy Brown. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Tuesday with a Rosary Service at 5:30PM. Visitation will resume at McKneely Funeral Home from 8:00AM until 10:00AM on Wednesday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Helena Catholic Church, Amite, at 10:30AM on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Services conducted by Fr. Mark Beard. Interment Amite Memorial Gardens, Amite. Pallbearers will be Brandon Voight, Todd Voight, Devin Peek, Kyle Hayden, Tyler Durbin, and C.J. Populis. Honorary pallbearers will be Ric Cutrer, Jimmy Hall, Dustin Ewing, Carroll Gabel, Baylor Cutrer, and Robbie Lee. The family would like to thank Dr. Oubre and staff, Dr. Robert Kidd and staff, Americare Hospice and North Oaks Medical Center for their excellent care. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

 

 

 

Read & Write the Bible – Lamentations 3: 27-31

 

 

 

Operation Christmas Child at FBC, Kentwood

  • Last year, we received parade throws like beads and small stuffed animals.   If you have some that you have no plans for, please leave them at the church office or in the classroom next to the choir.  We will find them very useful when packing OCC “shoeboxes” later this year.  Thank-you so much!
  • The large basket on the organ has some plastic “eggs” already.  If you have some you don’t need to keep, please share them.  They will be use for OCC in several different ways.

 

 

 

Children in Action meets at FBC, Kentwood meets at 6 P.M. on Wednesday nights.  They have been studying missions in Chile and praying for missionary needs.

Youth on Mission meets at FBC, Kentwood meets at  5 P.M. on Sunday nights.  This group recently complete a nice project for the senior adult ladies at church.

Anna Lee