Charlie Schwartz – Postponed from Friday – Knee Surgery
Ruby Schwartz – Neck Surgery
Back in North Oaks
Mrs. Mary Varnado is in North Oaks with the same problem she had recently. Tomorrow, her doctor will determine is she is coming home or if she needs additional treatment there.
Women on Mission Meeting
Meeting – September 29th
Location – New Hope Classroom
Election of Officers
Girls in Action also Meeting – in former nursery area and near ladies.
Learn about our 1st Mission Activity
Children’s Christmas Program
The children had their 2nd practice last night.
It’s not too late to bring your child, grandchild, or neighbor.
Today, let’s pray that those at church today who do not have Jesus as their Savior to ask Him to come into their hearts.
Fall Food Roundup for the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home in Monroe
Today is the last day to bring food or to write a check that will be used to provide food for the children who are residents in the home because the truck will be in Kentwood early in the morning. The biggest need this year is for cleaning supplies for the individual homes, but non-perishable foods can be sent. Since they are organized into smaller individual homes, foor in regular size cans. not gallon size cans, is needed.
If you have not made your purchases, you can write a check today or can provide other items at any time today or at 8 A.M. in the morning. Your money can be turned in with the regular offering or handed to a staff member today. Items you have purchased can be left in the stairwell at the northwest corner of the fellowship hall.
Georgia Barnette Week of Prayer for Louisiana
This annual offering begins with a focus on needs in our state. We will have a missionary family unit who serve in our state to pray for each day. Today will be Day One of the focus,
Refer to the chart I’m posting a link to so you can see the video each day. Special envelopes marked Georgia Barnette are available in the. back of the pews.
Read the Bible Every Day
As an addition reading today, you can read your Sunday School lesson based on Acts 14:11-23 or simple all of chapter 14.
September 15
Ecclesiastes 7:1-9:10
Psalms 107:33-38
Proverbs 22:20-21
II Corinthians 1:23-3:3
Operation Christmas Child
If you have items or funds for OCC, you can turn then in today. We are double checking our list and making sure we have what we need before we pack the Shoeboxes. We don’t have dates for packing, but we usually pack in October.
Women on Mission and Girls in Action will meet in two weeks. All ladies and school age girls are invited to attend.
The ladies will be electing officers.
Again, thank-you so much to all the ladies who made the associational meeting at our church a success.
Health Concerns
Charlie Schwartz‘s surgery has been postponed until tomorrow. Both Robert and Ora Lee Wilson are doing better. Dorothy Wall is breathing better and walking some. Thank you for praying for all of them.
Thank-You
Thanks to the ladies who provided food for the Brabham service Tuesday. I know you do it regularly, but we don’t want to take your efforts or expenses for granted.
Church Services Today
I hope you will make every effort today to be in God’s House. It’s His day!
Thank-you for your time and effort to read The Prayer Link today. Share the link with someone today so they can join us regularly.
Please pray for the people who lost power during Francine and do not have it restored yet. Let’s be thankful we are having cooler weather during this time. Also, let’s be thankufl for all the power company men who left their homes and came here to help us.
Read the Bible Every Day
September 14
Ecclestiastes 3:9-6:12
Psalm 107:23-32
Proverba 22:17-19
II Corinthians 1:1-2:2
Health Concerns
Ora Lee Wilson called to say both she and Robert are having some health issues this week. Keep them in your prayers.
Pray for Charlie Schwartz as he has knee surgery today.
Bro. Darryl has recovered from the virus and is feeling much better.
Dorothy Wall is progressing nicely in her therapy to regain use of her hip. She’ll show up at church without a walker before long.
I have an unspoken prayer request this morning. Many of you do too. Let’s pray for each other regularly.
Let’s also pray that all the high school students who were involved in football events are healthy and resting well this morning.
Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions
We begin the week of prayer for Georgia Barnette tomorrow. Let’s begin now to pray for this offering that helps with the work within our own state. Today, some of that offering will be used by Disaster Relief as they help the peoplee of Louisiana recover from Hurricane Frances.
Sunday School Lesson
If you have already studied your lesson, today is the day to look over it again. If you have not studied your lesson yet, you need to do that as part of your preparation for the Lord’s Day.
Help
If you have any requests to add at any time. Clock on the “Contact” link on this site. I will receive your request and be able to post it so everyone can pray.
Have a good Saturday as you find ways to honor God and help oters today.
For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: “The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10
Prayer Focus Today
Today, let’s pray for each other and the ability to show love and kindness to those we see every day, those we meet for the first time, and those we meet infrequently.
Sickness and Surgeries
My list is long. Use your personal prayer list to pray today.
Thanks to those involved in preparing food for the Brabham family Tuesday.
Obituaries
William Harold Seals
August 9, 1945 – September 12, 2024
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at his home. He was born August 9, 1945 in Independence, LA and was 79 years of age. He is survived by wife, Mary Beth Seals; daughter, Treva Elaine Seals; 2 sons, Erik Towns and Robert Wayne Seals; 2 grandchildren; sister, Linda Sue Addison; brother, Hollis Seals. Preceded in death by his parents, Lavon “Shorty” Seals and Alma Holden Seals; 2 sisters, Barbara Ann Gill and Janice Elaine Seals. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10:00AM until Religious Services at at 1:00PM on Monday, September 16, 2024. Services conducted by Chaplin James Justiss. Interment Shiloh Church of Christ Cemetery, Amite, LA. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Earle “Buck” Cefalu, Jr.
September 17, 1937 – September 10, 2024
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at his home. He was born September 17, 1937 in New Orleans, LA and was 86 years of age. He was a loving husband, father and active community leader. He was the former President of Kiwanis Club of Amite, Board member of Louisiana Dealer Services, former president of Louisiana Auto Dealers Association, Former Board member of Hood Memorial Hospital. He was a member and also former Chairman of the finance Committee at First United Methodist Church of Amite. Buck was a Navy Veteran and Lieutenant of the United States Navy. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Susan Juniel Cefalu; daughter, Cameron Cefalu Simmons and husband, David; son, August Earle “Trey” Cefalu, III and wife, Amber; 4 grandchildren, Sophia Simmons, Tristan Simmons, Maxwell Cefalu, and August Earle “Gus” Cefalu, IV; 3 sisters, Mary Helen Cefalu Lokey, Kathy Cefalu, and Martha Lee Cefalu Palotta; first cousin, Tom Ed Brumfield. Preceded in death by his parents, August Earle Cefalu, Sr. and Ruth Myers Cefalu; daughter, Cynthia Cefalu. Visitation at First United Methodist Church of Amite from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Services conducted by Rev. Brady Whitton. Interment Old Amite Cemetery, Amite, LA. The family request donations may be made to Companion Animal Alliance of Baton Rouge. http://www.caabr.org. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
There are many forms of mission work. The thread that binds all of them is being helpful and telling others about Jesus. For example, La. Bapt. Disaster Relief has chaplains who work with those whose homes have been damaged or destroyed.
Coming Soon
Monday, at 9:00 A.M., we will have another cutting party, probably the last for this year. Ladies, bring your sewing scissors and come cut some straight lines.
Women on Mission and Girls on Mission will meet the last Sunday of the month. See you there.
You will eat the fruit of your labor: blessings and prosperity will be yours.
Psalm 128:2
Prayer Focus Today
Thank you, Lord, for protecting us during Hurricane Francine! I don’t know about any local damage or even damage in my yard (still dark), but David and I are fine. That’s the main reason to be thankful today. What are your reasons for being thankful? Have you thanked Him yet?
Be extra careful if you get out early this morning. Thank God for all the men who came into our area to help our local power company men make needed repairs so everyone can have power again.
If you have the opportunity to tell them and say “Thank-you” without keeping a crew from working, please do so. Also, if you have a bottle of cold water or snacks of any kind, please share with them. I’m sure some of you will get involved with others in preparing a meal(s) for them.
Be sure to tell others how thankful you are to be okay. Maybe, that will be an example/reminder to them to also thank GOd for taking care of us . Hurricane Francine will be a memory, not a major roadblock in our lives. Other may have big issues. Help them is you can. You can certainly pray for/with them.
From what I am hearing, schools and businesses in our area will be open today. Thank God those places are still there. Put on a smile and go about your day, thanking God you have this day!
Read the Bible Every Day
September 12
Job 42:1-42:17
Psalm 107:10-16
Proverbs 22:13-14
I Corinthians 15:35-58
A Virus or Two
We have heard some viruses are passing through our community. Please do your best to not “pass it on” and get well quickly. Eat right and do what you can to have strong immunity so you can be protected.
Sunday School Preparation
If you have not already done so, give your Sunday School lesson a first read. Then, go back and really study at the end of the week.
Thank you for reading my post today. Today will be an easy day to find something to do for someone else today! Find those things. Do them! Be helpful! Share with others how God blessed us last night!
We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.
Today, let’s pray for our state as Hurricane Francine is headed our way. Exactly where she lands and what path she chooses, she will still have people in danger. Pray for the people who will have damage to property and danger to lives.
Schools in our area will be closed today and tomorrow. Most churches seem to have cancelled tonight’s services.
Stay alert. Storms can change their direction. They can also bring tornados with them. If you should run across water on the road, DO NOT drive through it. Be safe!
Read the Bible Every Day
September 11th
Job 39:13-40:24
Psalm 107:1-9
Proverbs 22:11-12
I Corinthians 15:12-34
Week of Prayer for the Georgia Barnette Offering
(I did not include these links easlier, so I will send two to catch up Watch the video for each day.
Sunday & Monday
Day 1
A Life-Changing Discovery
The Woodlake Addiction and Recovery Ministry is reaching people struggling with addiction.
Today, we need to focus on the possibility of Hurricane Francine coming our way tomorrow. Today, is our day of preparation. Be sure to do what you need to do now, not when the winds are blowing and the rain falling. Hopefully, it won’t be too bad her or anywhere else. Today is an excellent day to check on others. They might need a loaf of bread, some water, some picking up of outdoor furniture, plants moved, etc. Help them out!
Read the Bible Every Day
September 10
Job 38:1-39:12
Psalm 105:40-48
Proverbs 22:9-10
I Corinthians 14:26-15:11
Obituaries
Marsha Ann Stokes Graham
July 22, 1951 – September 8, 2024
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born July 22, 1951 in and was 73 years of age. She loved her roses and cooking for her family. Marsha was one to care for others. She loved both her sons dearly. She was the most loveable person. She loved talking about politics. She worked at Tangipahoa Parish School Board, North Oaks Medical Center, and Tangipahoa Parish Teachers Credit Union. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, David James Graham who was her high school sweetheart. They were together for 60 years; son, Gerald David Graham and wife, Esther; 4 granddaughters, Carley Graham, Sara Graham, Taylor Sansovich (Louis), Katie Monteleone (Cody);1 grandson, Hunter Blayne Graham (Jessica) 10 great-grandchildren; great-granddaughter, Amyra Gray. Preceded in death by her son, Stacy James Graham; father, Gordon Stokes, Sr.; mother, Lois Smith Stokes; brother, Gordon Stokes, Jr. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 9:00AM until 11:00AM. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Amos Leon Brabham, Jr.
January 19, 1951 – September 8, 2024
A resident of Greensburg, LA, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at The Claiborne in McComb, MS. He was born January 19, 1951 in Independence, LA and was 73 years of age. Mr. Brabham was a U. S. Army Veteran of Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, The Air Medal, and The First Team with the First Cavalry Division Association. He is survived by his 4 children, Cissy Brumfield and husband, Albo, Leanne Gill and husband, Scott, Derrick Brabham and Erin Foster, and Christopher Brabham; 15 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Shirley Shill and husband, Jimmy, Louise Brabham, Nancy Brabham, Janice Carter and husband, David, Randy Brabham and wife, Kathy, Robert Brabham and wife, Janice, and Mike Brabham and wife, Felicia special friend, Betty Stubbs. Preceded in death by his daughter, Tiffany Lynn Brabham; parents, Amos Leon Brabham, Sr. and Louise Newcomb Brabham; brothers and sisters, Jo Wall, Deb Grice, Becky Millet, Faye Brabham, Marie Lederer, Angie Hebert, and Eugene Brabham. Visitation at Pine Ridge Methodist Church from 9:00AM until religious services at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Services conducted by Rev. Darryl Miller. Interment Pine Ridge Cemetery, Kentwood. Pallbearers will be Derrick Brabham, Sabastian Brabham, Scott Gill, Albert Brumfield, Joseph Brabham, and Ryan Kirkpatrick. The family would like to thank Arden Hospice, the Claiborne and his sitters, Quida Williams and Bobbie Fultz, and his special friend at the Claiborne Mr. Tommy Kizer. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Associational WMU Meeting
Thank-you to all the FBC members who greeted others, carried food to the kitchen, decorated, provided food, worked in the kitchen, provided music, worked with the video presentation, took up the offering, attended the leadership meeting and/or the regular meeting, helped cleaned up, etc. I suppose I could say “It takes a village” or better than that, “It takes a church”!
I am so thankful for those of you who came to me Sunday saying, “You can call on me anytime.”, “I want to help again”, “What can I do now?”, etc. You are certainly appreciated!
Special Meeting
Tomorrow night after prayer meeting (6:45 P.M.), there will be a meeting with our new children’s minister for those who want to help her as she ministers to the children in our church.
Bible Study
The Bible study at Pine Ridge has been postponed for a week due to the possibility of bad weather. I have done my “homework” for the week and enjoyed doing it. See up in a week.
Sunday School Lesson
It is always helpful to read the lesson for the following Sunday early in the week and then to really study it at the end of the week. It helps us to learn and understand more. This works for me! Give it a try.
Thanks
I appreciate those who check here each day for a devotional thought, the current obituaries, a list of illnesses or hospitalizations, announcements, etc. Your prayers are appreciated each day by others. I appreciate you too!
Today is Monday, the start of a new work week for most people and the start of a new school week for many students and teachers. Let’s pray for each of them to have a safe and productive week.
Prayer Concerns
Bro. Darryl – sick over the weekend
Nathan Daniels – planned back surgery
Ruby Schwartz – planned neck surgery
Amy Tolar – surgery in Florida this week
Bryan Tate – at home
Dorothy Wall – able to walk some; anxious to walk again
Bobby Raborn – at home
Kenneth Birch – at home
Cete Dillon – at home
There are others who need out prayers, but they were not on my list today. Please pray for those listed here and for those on your prayer list. If you know of someone I need to list, please send me the name. Thank-you.
Read the Bible Every Day
September 9
Job 36:1-37:24
Psalm 105:32-39
Proverbs 22:7-8
I Corinthians 14:1-25
Sunday School
We had a good lesson from Acts 13 yesterday and will continue to learn more about Paul’s travels to different places to tell the Gentiles about Jesus. You are invited to my class, New Hope, or to any other class you choose. Studying God’s Word helps us understand who God wants us to be.
Children’s Christmas Program
The leaders and children met for the first time last night. If you have a child ages 4 – 6th grade (I think.), they can participate. The children will meet again next Sunday afternoon. It is not too late to begin to practice for the December presentation. Contact Nikki Rhodus or Wendy Fowler for more information.
Two River’s Associational Meeting
The meeting Saturday at FBC, Kentwood went well. The focus was on the Georgia Barnette offering for mission work in Louisiana. Many of the mission projects were discussed.
The next meeting will be Saturday, December 7th at Spring Creek Baptist Church. We will focus on Lottie Moon and the missionaries who serve internationally. All ladies and girls are invited to attend.
Thanks
Thanks for reading, praying, and all you do to help or encourage others. May we all be faithful to do the things God asks us to do including church attendance. You are appreciated!
Help needed?
If you need help learning more about FBC, or any other church, contact the church office, a church member, or look on the computer/phone for services available online and for the church’s website.
This is what I have observed to be good: that it is appropriate for a person to eat, to drink and to find satisfaction in their toilsome labor under the sun during the few days of life God has given them—for this is their lot.
Let’s pray for those who have been invited to church this week. I pray that those who choose to attend will realize they want and need to attend regularly
Read the Bible Every Day
September 8
Job 34:1-35:16
Psalm 106:24-31
Proverbs 22: 5-6
I Corinthians 12:21-13:13
Sunday School Focus Today
Acts 13
Associational Meeting Yesterday
Yesterday was a great day. The associational meeting was very good. Thanks to everyone who came. Special thanks to the ladies from Kentwood who worked so hard! I’m proud of you and thankful for you!
Fall Food Round-Up
If you have purchased food for the fall food round-up, you can leave it in the stairwell at the NW corner of the fellowship hall. Their greatest The items will be picked up on the 16th, so be sure to get your’s to the church no later than the 15th.
Have a wonderful day. Be a blessing to someone in some way!
Today, let’s pray for students and parents who have free time on the weekend. Let’s pray they choose their activities carefully and are aware all day of being safe and helping others around them be safe.
Read the Bible Today
September 7
Job 32:1-33:33
Proverns 22:3-4
I Corinthians 12:1-20
Thankfulness
Dorothy Wall broke her hip three weeks ago. She has had surgery and rehabilitation. Yesterday, she was able to go home. Pray for the adjustment she is making now. Thank God all has gone well in her treatment. I expect her to be back at church as soon as she can manage the walking.
Obituary
Wayne Wyatt Dixon
September 10, 1953 – September 3, 2024
A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at The Richard Murphy Hospice House in Hammond, LA. He was born September 10, 1953 in Jacksonville, FL and was 70 years of age. He is survived by his brother, John Steve Dixon; niece, Kimberly Russell; nephews, John David Dixon and Daniel Lee Dixon; great-nieces, Chelsie Verberne (Allen Bickford), Caitlin Verberne (Corey Cloutre), and Carlie Verberne (Hayden Varnado); great-great-nieces, Kamryn Verberne and Lynleigh Cloutre. Preceded in death by parents, Estelle and John Baptist Dixon; sister, Wanda W. Holden; brother-in-law, Bruce E. Holden; nephew, John Wayne Dixon. Graveside Services will be held at Sharon Cemetery, Amite, at 2:00PM on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Services conducted by Bro. Randy Foulks. Pallbearers will be David Dixon, Daniel Dixon, Brandon Russell, Dakota Russell, and Allen Bickford. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Saturday
Today, is the day for the Two Rivers Associational Meeting at FBC, Kentwood. All ladies and girls are invited to come enjoy learning about the Georgia Barnette Offering for Louisiana Missions. The meeting begins at 10:00 in the church sanctuary and will be followed by a potluck lunch in the fellowship hall. Our next meeting will be the Lottie Moon Christmas Tea at Spring Creek Baptist Church on Saturday, December 7th.
Fall Food Roundup
Every year we send items and checks to the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home. This year the items they need most are cleaning supplies, but you are also welcome to send paper supplies such as paper towels, gift cards to fast food outlets, or personal checks made out to them. If you have a bag of supplies, please place your items in the area beneath the stairwell at the NW corner of the fellowship hall building. The pickup is early on September 16, so try to get your items/checks to the church sooner.
Use today wisely.
Be a helpful friend or neighbor today. Help someone who is having a difficult time because of sickness, a death, etc. Invite some families to attend church with you. Prepare for church by getting clothing ready for your family members. Study your Sunday School lesson or read Acts 14 from your Bible. I think you get the idea.
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