Tuesday

Behold, the LORD’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save;

nor His ear heavy, that it cannot hear.

~Isaiah 59:1 NKJV~

 

 

Josiah Huckaby (written by KK Huckaby)

Josiah was supposed to have his heart cath today but the plan changed. He will be having it tomorrow though. As of right now, it will be earlier in the morning (around 7:30ish but could change if an emergant case is added to the schedule). This will be mostly diagnostic. If they see a pulmonary vein that is constricted enough to need intervention, they will either balloon it to stretch it or put a stint in. Praying for an informative and safe heart cath. We will keep everyone posted…as much as possible. It will be a bit of a crazy day tomorrow so please be patient with us on updates. To God be the glory!!!

Pray for Rene Deck Terrell as she has a heart procedure this morning.  She will be thankful for your prayers.

 

Read the Bible – Luke 21-22 & Psalm 119: 97-128

 

Baptist Press – htto://bpnews.net

 

FBC, Kentwood’s web site: https://fbckentwood.org/

 

The Senior Adult revival will continue this morning at New Zion Baptist Church.  Rev. Ernest Graham will be the speaker.  I am always amazed and blessed to see more than a dozen pastors stand together and know why they are serving Him.  Coffee and donuts will be available at 9:30.  Choir practice will begin at that time also.  The meeting officially begins at 10:00 and concludes with lunch.

 

The Operation Christmas Child Packing Party will be one month from tomorrow night, on November 4th.  We are beginning to purchase the items we need to complete the “shoeboxes”.  If you have an opportunity to shop in the next day or two, we still need some soap and washcloths.

The cost of transporting “shoeboxes” is $9.00 per box this year.  After sending packages internationally via to Brazil and Europe for more than twenty years, I can tell you this is a great price!  What cost would you be willing to pay to save a child and possible a whole family?  No matter where you are helping with “shoeboxes”, a school, a church, or a business, I’m sure you will be richly blessed by knowing the opportunities your box(es)  will give to children who might not get to learn about Jesus if it were not for you!

 

 

Continue to pray for all the people whose lives were forever changed in Las Vegas Sunday night.  Also, pray for those at church Sunday, in any hospital, on any military battle site, extended care facility, wearing a police uniform, climbing an electrical pole to provide services, driving down the highway, giving birth to a new baby, those being admitted to any ER, driving a bus load of children, etc.  Life can change quickly.  It is vital to know and have God as Savior of of souls.  

(God our Savior) desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.

~1 Timothy 2:4 NKJV~

Anna Lee

Monday

But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back.

Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.

~Luke 6:35~

 

Shelbie Travis is scheduled to return home today and a long stay at two different hospitals.  She will have home health checking on her twice a day.  Thank you for all your prayers for her.

Donna Fay Miller will have a heart ablation early this morning at OLOL.  Pray for Donna Fay to know God’s peace as she goes for this procedure.

Maddie’s Miracle points our the current needs for Mattie, the granddaughter of a high school classmate and friend.  The family certainly appreciates your prayers.

Barbara Battles is hospitalized with an infection.  Let’s pray they get this cleared up quickly.

 

Last night, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with the youth from FBC, Kentwood about Operation Christmas Child.  Then, they folded 200 shoeboxes in about 20 minutes.  I must tell you they were wonderful listeners and hard workers.  They even moved the boxes to the room we will use for our packing party on November 4th.  Those who work with them regularly and their parents can be very proud of the fine young people they are.

 

The Senior Adult Revival begins this morning with coffee and choir practice at 9:30 with the meeting at 10:00 followed by lunch.  Bro. Randy from Mt. Nebo will be the speaker.  This is always a wonderful opportunity.

 

Thursday is “Take Your Bible to School Day”.  I think the name explains itself well.

 

Read the Bible – Luke 19-20 & Psalm 119:65-96

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Thanks to all who have contributed to the Georgia Barnett Offering for Louisiana missions and the shipping charges for the “shoeboxes“.

 

“For the Beauty of the Earth”

 

Thanks to those of you who brought items for Operation Christmas Child this week.  We are getting close to having all we need.  If you would like to know some items we could use more of, please check the blue clipboard on the table under the balcony stairwell.  You can sign for what you choose to purchase.  I will replace the block with a updated list next Sunday.  Thanks to the ladies who worked with me this week in sorting, counting, and preparing your donations for the packing party.

 

I look forward to the opportunities God has for us this week.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

Sunday

There is no fear in love.

But perfect love drives out fear,

because fear has to do with punishment.

The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 

We love because he first loved us.

~1 John 4:18-19~

 

I forgot to mention that Mrs. Anne Hurst is home after a “routine” stay at Greensburg.  I’m thankful the problem can be recognized and treated as a regular routine.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is continuing with more tests today.  She seemed better yesterday than Friday.  Please keep her in your prayers.

Please continue to pray for Shelbie Travis.  She continues to be in pain.

Mattie’s Miracles – God performed a few more miracles in the life of this young lady this past week.  You can look her up on Faceebook.

 

LC Graham

October 01, 1928 – September 29, 2017

A resident of Kentwood passed away on Friday, September 29, 2017 at his home. He was born October 1, 1928 in Amite and was 88 years of age. He is survived by his 2 daughters, Pauline Baham (Ferdie), Wilmer, and Roxie Baham (Jessie), Kentwood; 4 sons, Jimmy Graham (Sherry), David Graham (Marsha), Billy Graham, and Jerry Graham, all of Wilmer; 9 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 6 great great grandchildren; and his brothers, RC Graham (Louella), Wilmer, Jessie Graham, Orange, TX, Marshall Graham, Kentwood, Tommy Graham, Franklinton, and Nick Graham, Orange, TX. Preceded in death by his wife, Faye Elizabeth Winborn Graham; parents, William Nick and Mamie Gill Graham; grandson, Stacy Graham; brothers, AC, Dale and Doug Graham; sister, Judy Graham Young, and brothers in law, James, Troy and Sammy Winborn.  Visitation at Wilmer Baptist Church from 9 AM until religious services at 12 Noon on Monday, October 2, 2017. Services conducted by Bro. Jason Skipper. Interment Wilmer Cemetery, Amite. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read the Bible – Luke 17-18 & Psalm 119:333-64
“On Jordan’s Stormy Banks I Stand”

Celebrate the Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Saturday

Anxiety weighs down the heart,

but a kind word cheers it up.

~Proverbs 12:25~

 

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is in room 4101 at North Oaks.  That’s on the fourth floor at the main entrance to the hospital.  She would be pleased to know you are praying for her.

Mrs. Peggy Haynes, who had only a 20% chance of survival, has beat the odds one more time.  “Miss” Peggy is Brady Haynes mother.  Brady served as youth minister here about fifteen years ago.  Prayers have made the difference in “Miss” Peggy’s life.

Please continue to pray for Donna Fay Miller as she prepares for a heart ablation early Monday morning at OLOL.

 

 

Don’t forget to purchase some hair “fixin’s” for the girl’s “shoeboxes”.  Anything a girl from 4-14 would wear in their hair is the collection item for the week.

There will be several new opportunities for children and adults beginning tomorrow night at 5 P.M. at FBC, Kentwood.

The next Two Rivers Associational WMU meeting will be on the 16th at Spring Creek Baptist Church.

Monday, the Two Rivers Senior Adult Revival will begin at Spring Creek Baptist Church at 10 A.M.

 

 

“Have Thine Own Way, Lord”

 

 

Bible Reading for Today – Luke 14-16 & Psalm 119:1-32

 

 

Do something special for someone today!  Ask God for guidance.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Friday Updates

Shelbie Travis, daughter of Melissa Bryan, is still not improving.  Please say prayers for Shelbie, her new baby, Austyn, and other family members who have faithfully cared for them for the last two weeks.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is being admitted to North Oaks.  She does not have a room number yet.  Please include her in your prayers too.

Friday

 Above all,

love each other deeply,

because love covers over a multitude of sins.

~1 Peter 4:8~

 

Please continue to pray for Shelbie Travis.  Her doctor is working hard to determine why she is still not improving as he expected.  Pray for her family as they continue to help take care of her and baby Austyn.

Update on Josiah Huckaby:

Update: Josiah had a bit of a rough day yesterday & this morning. He has 2 issues that are causing him some stress. First, he has been retaining some fluid which effects his breathing but they have given him some Lasix to help with that. Second, they think his g-tube site is infected…so he is fighting that. They started antibiotics this morning & he seemed to be doing better this afternoon. We are also waiting to find out what cardiology’s plan is. They will be doing a heart cath just to make sure he doesn’t have any heart issues that they haven’t found during his echos. Once we have a date/plan, we will be sure to update everyone. Also, Josiah now has a primary day nurse…and we must say she is pretty awesome! We will be working towards finding a night primary for him too. He will definitely benefit from having primary nurses because they will hopefully be able to pick up on small changes & catch any issues that could cause him to go into another crisis. All we can do is continue to praise God for all He has done & continues to do for us!!! Thanks to everyone who has prayed for us, helped pay for meals at the hospital/gas/groceries, and called/text. We are so blessed to have such a great support system!!!

Maddie is the grandchild of one of my classmates.  She is sick.  Please join her facebook page to stay updated on how to pray for her.  On Facebook – Mattie’s Miracles  Thanks!  You can “like” the page if you want to follow Mattie’s journey.

 

 

 

Read the Bible – Mark 12-13 & Psalm 118

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

Georgia Barnett Offering for Louisiana  – Learn some new ways this offering is used to help educate those serving in our state.  https://georgiabarnette.org/

Operation Christmas Child – Meg Pittman is getting ready to order some OCC shoeboxes to pack at Spring Creek Baptist Church.  If another church or group still needs boxes or needs additional boxes, please contact her.  She will add your order to her order.  It will save money on shipping costs if churches go together to order boxes.

 

Thank-you for checking in today.  Your prayers are important!

Anna Lee

 

 

Thursday

Finally, brethren, pray for us,

that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified,

just as it is with you.

~2 Thessalonians 3:1 NKJV~

 

Donna Fay Miller‘s heart ablation has been changed from Oct. 12 to Oct.. 2 at 7 A.M. in OLOL . You will want to keep the prayers for her flowing over the next few days.

Mrs. Betty Catherine Hatcher is receiving wound care in Hammond because of a recent fall.  Pray she hear quickly.

Mrs. Theople Hurst is improving now.  Keep on praying for her.

 

 

Virginia Birch

September 21, 1931 – September 27, 2017

 

VisitationWednesday, September 27, 2017
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

McKneely Funeral Home – Amite
110 E. Factory St.
Funeral ServiceFriday, September 29, 2017
11:00 AM

McKneely Funeral Home – Amite
 

 

 

The youth of Two Rivers Baptist Association had a good time at The Lighthouse at F.B.C., Kentwood last night.  Over 200 youth were present.  Pray for the young people from ten different churches as the prepare to leave the thrills of last night and join the school routine today.  May a part of last night follow them to school today and shine brightly.

 

“Jesus Paid it All”

(Joey and Rory – 2016)

 

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 24

 

Read the Bible – 27th – Luke 8-9 and Psalm 116

28th – Luke 10-11, Psalm 117, & video, Luke 2, found at                                                                           http://bibleproject.com

 

Wednesday Addition

“Miss” Mimi Sneed will be having a medical procedure Friday morning in Hattisburg.  Please pray for her.

Shelbie Travis is not any better after Monday’s surgery.  Pray doctors will soon be able to identify and treat her problem.

 

 

I’ve been working with the donations for Operation Christmas Child and have compiled a list of our current needs:

  • Pens
  • Soap
  • Washcloths
  • Flashlights (no need to buy extra batteries)
  • Jump ropes ($1.00 at some dollar stores)
  • Cloth dolls or “Barbie like” dolls ($1.00 at most dollar stores)

I will try to update the list weekly.  If you purchase some of these items, please deliver to the church.

Wednesday

 

The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise,

as some understand slowness.

Instead he is patient with you,

not wanting anyone to perish,

but everyone to come to repentance.

~2 Peter 3:9~

 

 

 

Obituary for James Felker

James Felker

James Reggie Felker a resident of Clinton, died on Saturday, September 23, 2017 in an automobile accident. He was 66 years old and a retired Assistant Warden at DCI.
Reggie had numerous certifications including Firearms and Defensive Tactics, he was an EMT and one of the original members of DCI Tact Team. He had a passion for hunting and fishing which was superseded by the love of his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Denise Doughty Felker; three children; Benjamin D Felker and wife Brandi, Vicky Richter and husband Todd, Dustin Benzer and wife Lizzie, brother, Richard Felker, sister, Joy Havard, brother Darryle Felker, brother Mike Felker, sister, Melinda Collette; grandchildren, Grace Elizabeth Felker, Jackson D Felker, Barrett Barron, James Christian Richter, McKennon Cole Richter, Gage Holden Richter, Scout Layne Benzer and Mills Katherine Benzer and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by special friends William Pittman, Wendall Day, Doc Holliday, Bo Guillot, Harold and Lola Powers, Tommy Rabalais and lots of former co-workers at DCI and BREC.
He is preceded in death by his parents John D and Laura Belle Felker, brother, Larry Felker and nephew Kaleb Collette.
Visitation is Thursday, September 28, 2017 from 1:00pm until service at 5:00pm at New Zion Baptist Church, 3841 Hwy 38, Kentwood, LA, conducted by Rev. Joe Day. Burial to follow at Old Day Cemetery, Hwy 441 North, Easleyville, LA.
Pallbearers will be Mike Felker, John Chase, James Richter, Dakota Collette, Randy McKnight, Travis Rabalais, John T. Chase, Andrew Chase and Mike Williams.
Honorary pallbearers are Jackson Felker, McKennon Richter and Gage Richter.
The family wishes to also extend a special thanks to Sheriff Jeff Travis.
In lieu of flowers make memorial donations to Boy Scout Troop 51 at PO Box 306, Jackson, LA 70748.