Saturday

“If you are a follower of Christ Jesus . . .

all that matters

is your faith

that makes you love others.”

~Galatians 5:6 CEV~

 

Posted by Betty Fussell:

Just wanted to up date you on my second phase of my journey with ovarian cancer. We went to Ochsner Baptist in N.O., Thursday the 27th for my surgery. As some of you may already know, it didn’t turn out like we were expecting. Dr. Estes removed my right ovary, but could not remove my left one because of a tumor that was attached on my left ovary to my colon & that would have led to lots of complications. So now after I get over the surgery, I will have another phase of chemo to go through !! The first chemo did good, but did not completely take care of all the cancer cells….. we are heartbroken, but I know God will get me through this devastating journey one more time!! I appreciate all of your prayers that you have sent my way that have meant so much to me, so I am asking you for your continued prayers through these next few months!! Love each one of you ! God Bless!! ❤️ 7-28-17

 

Posted by Linda Bridges:

I am in need of my prayer warriors!
Ms. Evelyn Bridges suffered a stroke on Friday the 14 th! The Tulane doctors removed a blood clot from her brain and she stayed in ICU for 4 days! She is currently in Hammond at United Medical Rehab!
We do not know what the future has in store however she is alert and in a happy place in her mind! She has to have moderate to maximum assistance with all everyday activities! We are just praying that this will get better with time! Thanking you in advance for your prayers!
Sorry haven’t posted before now!
But until you deal with something like this ( and I pray you never do)
You can’t understand the life changes and everything that goes along with it!
Love to all!

 

Posted by the family of Rod Smith of Laurel, MS:

On April 24, 2017 at approximately 3:30 in the morning, Rod had a rare stroke originating near his brain stem. Although most strokes affect either the left or right side of the body, this one affected both. He has paralysis on the left side of his face, affecting his speech and vision. He is unable to close his left eye which must remain covered with a patch. The patch, accompanied by double vision, makes it difficult for him to see and affects his depth perception. The muscles in his throat used for swallowing are paralyzed as well and he can’t swallow at all. He receives all medications and five daily feedings through a tube in his stomach.  Due to partial paralysis on the right side of his body he can no longer walk without aggressive aid.

Overnight, his life and that of his wife and family changed dramatically. Before the stroke, he was leading an active life. Running his bee hives, supporting his family, and aggressively working in his ministry as he has done most of his life. He has a long road to recovery ahead but he is dedicated to persevere with the help of God’s grace!

NEWS FLASH:

Hallelujah!!! The bathroom is completed thanks to each & everyone of you that have blessed Rod to be able to bathe daily! You can’t imagine how much this one project has helped him. We love & thank you so very much!
Vivian & Rod

 

Mrs. Ruby Dillon was moved to rehab yesterday early yesterday afternoon.  She’s at North Oaks Rehab which is on Morrison (Old West Park Hospital).  Visitation is from 4-8 P.M.

 

Please continue to pray for Bobby Forbes of Roseland.  He recently had heart surgery, but now seems to have other medical problems.

 

I know you will want to spend some time in prayer for all these people.  Your prayers will be meaningful to their lives.

 

Read the Bible – Daniel 4-6 & Psalm 56

 

 

“Saved, Saved!”

 

 

Have a wonderful weekend.

Anna Lee

Friday

“If you are a follower of Christ Jesus . . .

all that matters is your faith

that makes you love others.”

 ~Galatians 5:6 CEV~

 

Mrs. Ruby Dillon continues to improve at North Oaks.  She appreciates your prayers.

Mrs. Estelle Raborn will be released from the Lake and coming home today.  Please continue to pray.

Jason Dean is hospitalized with colitis.  Pray for his improvement.

Gabe Humphrey, grandson of Sylvester and Shirley Humphrey, is having some health issues.  Please pray for the proper treatment for him.

Miss Fay Shoemaker‘s release from the hospital has been delay one day.  Please continue to pray for her.

Ruth Cutrer of Osyka had a heart ablation for her a-fib yesterday.  Pray it holds.

 

Read the Bible – Daniel 1-2, Psalm 55, and video on Daniel (http://jointhebibleproject.com)

Today’s Bible Study at 10 A.M. – Ezekiel 18

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

We’re looking forward to sorting and counting the highlighters, markers, and crayons that will be turned in at FBC, Kentwood Sunday morning.  I get so exited thinking of all the boys and girls who will be blessed by the items we are packing in shoeboxes this year.  Operation Christmas Child is in full swing!

 

“The Beautiful Garden of Prayer”

 

Prayer is important to me.  I hope it is to you too.

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

God reigns over the nations;

God is seated on his holy throne.

~Psalm 47:8 HCSB~

 

“The Beautiful Garden of Prayer”

 

 

Pray for Bettye Fussell as she travels for robotic surgery today.  She’s had a long few months since her diagnosis in February.  We are thankful this day is here!

Jeana Lee-Newton, daughter for Ricky and Brenda Russell, will be having another surgery today.  Let’s pray this one is effective and can be the fine one in her long road to good health.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is better.  Pray for her as she continues testing and treatment at North Oaks.  She’s in room 3118.  As you pray for her, remember to also pray for Mr. “Cete”.

Mr. & Mrs. Phillip Harrell are both recovering from health issues this week.  Let’s keep them in our prayers.

Harrell Sharkey, Jr. continues to recover from his recent surgery.

Mrs. Evelyn Bridges will be moved to Greensburg for physical therapy.  As you pray for her, remember to pray for her family who have been her caregivers for the last several years,

Frank Fowler, III is having some blood pressure problems.  Let’s pray this clears up soon with the right treatment.

 

 

Read the Bible – Esther 6-10, Psalm 54, & video on Esther found at http://jointhebibleproject.com

Baptist Press – http://baptistpress.net

 

 

Thank-you to all the parents and grandparents who send their children and grandchildren to missions class on Wednesdays and Bible Drill class on Sundays.  I love to see their progress and their enthusiasm.

Friday Morning Bible Study – Ezekiel 18

Thank-you to those who have made their purchases for Operation Christmas Child.  This week we are collecting HIGHLIGHTERS, markers, and crayons.  You can drop your items off in my Sunday School classroom before Sunday School each week.

 

 

Thank-you for checking in and praying today.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday

For I am convinced that neither death nor life,

neither angels nor demons,

neither the present nor the future,

nor any powers, 

neither height nor depth,

nor anything else in all creation,

will be able to separate us from the love of God

that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

~Romans 8:38-39~

 

“The Love of God” – One of my favorites!

 

 

We’ve prayed for Carl Wayne Stevens, formerly of this area, many times over the last eight years.  He is still battling the complications from a stroke.  His attitude is good.  His helper, Nora, is faithful.  Let’s let our prayers be faithful too.

 

Josiah Huckaby – Update by KK Huckaby

What a difference a week makes! Today is day 140 in the NICU. Josiah has continued to improve and when I went to see him last Wednesday, they had swapped him from the invasive vent to a non-invasive vent. The staff have also been amazed at the difference & how far he has come. He did have a little problem last night…his central line came out & he’s on some many meds that a normal IV line is not sufficient. So he had to be put back on the invasive vent for the procedure to replace the central line (which went really well). They are working on weaning him as soon as possible. We are praising God that he is back on the vent because of a procedure & not because he required it!!! Also, he is growing like a weed. He is 10lbs 2oz & 25.5 inches now. Thanks for all the prayers! God is so good!!!

 

 

The children’s missions class will meet at 6 P.M. tonight.  Please share your children and grandchildren with us for one hour each week.

 

Pray for the mission team from East Fork Baptist Church as they continue to work and represent God’s name in Guatemala.

 

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Read the Bible – Esther 1-5 & Psalm 53

 

Operation Christmas Child – FBC, Kentwood is collecting highlighters, markers, and crayons this week.  Bring your items to my Sunday School classroom before Sunday School.  We’re sorting and counting items as they come it.  Remember these dates:  November 4 Packing Party & November13-20 Collection of Packed Shoeboxes at FBC, Kentwood.  We will be receiving shoeboxes from schools, clubs, businesses, churches, and individuals.  The more we pack the more children we impact.  Each one represents one more child whose life will be changed.

 

I hope you will continue to help with the shoeboxes as well as you did with the notebooks the first week of collection at FBC.  Thank-you so much!

Anna Lee

 

Tuesday Updates

Bro. Darryl and “Miss” Laurie saw Miss Fay Shoemaker in New Orleans this morning.  She is doing better and may be released Thursday. Please keep praying for her.

Mrs. Ruby King of Roseland left North Oaks for rehab following a stroke.  Please pray for her recovery.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon showed great improvement.  Tests are being done.  Results are not available yet, but she is better than yesterday.  That is good.  Pray for continued improvement.

Mr. Phillip Harrell‘s procedure at North Oaks went well, but the doctor was not able to give Mr. Phillip any relief on his digestive issues.  He is back at St. Helena Hospital.  He looked good today.

Mrs. Annie Bell Harrell almost had a heart attack yesterday, but her medical device, four quick-acting family members, and the medical staff at Greensburg had her problem identified and correct so she could return home in short order.

 

 

The “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party seemed destined for very few ladies to be in attendance because of the sudden heavy downpour, but 15 ladies attended and had a great time.  We had four birthday ladies, including two new ladies, and a guest.  Our next meeting will be August 22nd.

 

Tuesday

Give thanks to the LORD!

Call upon His name;

make known His deeds among the peoples!

~Psalm 105:1 NKJV~

 

Mrs. Ruby King of Roseland is progressing well following her stroke.  She will be at North Oaks a few more days.  Pray for her large family during this time.

Miss Fay Shoemaker is still at Ochsner in New Orleans.  Please keep her in your prayers.

Mrs. Estelle Raborn has improved since her arrival at the Lake.  Pray for Bobby as he travels back and forth to Baton Rouge.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is in room 3118 (stepdown) at North Oaks.  The ER doctor found a low sodium lever.  Please pray for Mr. “Cete” as you pray for “Miss” Ruby.

Pray for Mr. Phillip Harrell as he has a procedure in Hammond today.

 

Today, the “young” ladies of FBC, Kentwood will celebrate July birthdays of Bobbie Magee, Martha Griffith, Janice Hornsby, Barbara Erwin, Debbie Bales, and Anne Hurst at The Cafe at 11 A.M.  All ladies are invited to join us.

 

Read the Bible – Nehemiah 12-13 & Psalm 52

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Operation Christmas Child – Please purchase some highlighters, markers, or crayons to bring to church Sunday morning.  Let’s put some smiles on little faces and Jesus “in” their hearts because of the classes the children will be invited to attend.

 

“The Beautiful Garden of Prayer”

 

Thanks for checking in and for praying.  It’s all about prayer.

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monday Addition

Andy Taylor is having problems with his left hand.  Toward the end of the week, he will be having pre-op for his right hand.  Pray he soon gets relief in both hands.

Mrs. Evelyn Bridges is in rehab in Hammond and has made some progress.  Pray for her as the family considers the next step.

Mr. Phillip Harrell is hospitalized at Greensburg.  Tomorrow, he will have an esophagus procedure in Hammond.  Pray for all involved.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon was take back to North Oaks to be admitted.  Pray for Mr. “Cete, “Miss” Ruby, the family, and all those who will be caring for her.  Illey will be coming tomorrow to be with his parents.  David is with Mr. “Cete” at the hospital.

I had someone ask about an update on Mrs. Estelle Raborn, but I haven’t heard today.  If I get an update, I’ll post it later.  In the meantime, pray.

 

Monday

 “I issue a decree that in every part of my kingdom people

must fear and reverence the God of Daniel.

“For he is the living God and he endures forever;

his kingdom will not be destroyed,

his dominion will never end. 

He rescues and he saves;

he performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth.

He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.”

Daniel 6:26-27

 

 

Mrs. Fay Shomaker is in Ochsner, probably until tomorrow.  Please pray for her.

Mrs. Ruby Dillon is still in need of our prayers.  Pray for Mr. “Cete” too.

Bettye Fussell’s surgery is scheduled for Thursday.  Pray for her as she awaits this important day.

Mrs. Estelle Raborn is in Our Lady of the Lake.  Keep Mr. Bobby in your prayers too as you pray for her.

I will be posting a couple of other names later today.  You may want to check back.

 

 

Read the Bible – Nehemiah 10-11 and Psalms 51.

Baptist Press – http://bpnews.net

 

Operation Christmas Child

  • Thanks to all who brought composition books yesterday.  We will have a good supply now.
  • This week, we need HIGHLIGHTERS (large or small), markers, and crayons. Highlighter are the greatest need.  It will often be best to buy the large packages that we can open and divide.

 

“Our Best”

 

 

Tuesday – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party at The Cafe – 11 A.M.  I hope to see many of you there as we celebrate July birthdays.

 

 

Bible Drill Class – It is so special to see the children using their Bibles for drills or to answer questions.  We are working hard to memorize books of the Bible and specific verses.  We meet at 6 P.M. on Sundays at FBC.

 

This is a good day to “Count Your Blessings” and give “(Y)Our Best”!

Anna Lee

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday

The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear?

The LORD is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?

~Psalm 27:1~

 

 

Our neighbor in Roseland, Ruby King, had a stroke yesterday.  Please join others in praying for Ruby.

 

Mr. Johnny Pritchett, my Roseland neighbor as I grew up, is home but in need of a sitter.  If you know of someone who might help him beginning at seven or eight in the morning until mid-afternoon, please call Chester at 985-514-5948.  Thank-you!

 

The mission team from EFBC has arrived in Guatemala.  Pray for their ministry to be effective in reaching out with God’s Word and God’s example.

 

 

The ladies of Pine Ridge United Methodist Church will be serving their delicious breakfast buffet beginning at 8 A.M. this morning.  Donations will benefit a family with a worthy need.  Everyone is welcome to come.

 

 

Read the Bible – Nehimiah 7-9 & Psalm 50

 

 

Bible Drill class for children meets at 6 P.M. of Sunday nights at FBC, Kentwood.

 

 

Tuesday, the “young” ladies will meet at The Cafe at 11:00 to celebrate July birthdays.

 

Operation Christmas Child 

  • Today, we will turn the the composition books purchased last week.  I will be in my classroom before Sunday School to receive the composition books you purchased this past week.  The best deal seems to have been at Dirt Cheap.
  • This week, we will purchase markers, colors, and highlighters, with and emphasis on HIGHLIGHTERS.  I found boxes of markers for $.50 at Walmart.  The best deal on markers seems to be buying about a dozen in a package.  We will separate them and send one or two in each shoebox.
  • Remember, this is a marathon, with weekly purchases.  We need to stick with the schedule to cover the basics first.
  • Please know that each purchase is helpful to us.  We don’t want to overburden anyone.

 

 

“Sweet By and By”

 

 

Have a wonderful Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee