A resident of Amite, LA, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at The Crossing of Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge, LA. She was born October 4, 1930 in Amite, LA and was 93 years of age. She graduated from Chesbrough High School. Her career started at Rexall Pharmacy and she later retired from Hammond Developmental Center after 25 years. A longtime active member of Kedron Baptist Church, she served and was active in the WMU. She oversaw many meals for grieving families after the loss of a loved one. Henrietta was active in her sunday school class and after retirement, served on the board of the St. Helena Parish Hospital. In her later years she attended Amite Baptist Church with her daughter Beth and her family, and enjoyed the Ladies’ Joy Sunday school class. She is survived by 3 children, Beth Jordan (Wayne), Joey McCoy (Sonya), and Caro Smith; 9 grandchildren, Whittany Starns (Kevin), Evan Jordan (Taylor), Amy Sweat (Rodney), Robyn Smith (Ben), Brooke Roncancio (Edgar) Trey, Christian, McCoy and Gabby Smith; 3 step-grandchildren, George Jordan, Chris Jordan, and Aimee Stafford; 9 great-grandchildren, Nolen, Etta Jane, Andi, Grady, Olli Kate, Ryne, Remi, Carson, and Myles; 1 brother, Derwood Smith (Carolyn); and sister-in-law, Mamie Smith. Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph M. “Sonny” McCoy;1 son-in-law, Ronny Smith; 1 brother, Charles H. Smith; 2 sisters, Velma Warren and Norma Jean Bel. Visitation at Kedron Baptist Church from 1:00PM until religious services at 3:00PM on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Services conducted by Scott Alford. Interment Roberts Cemetery, Amite, LA. Pallbearers will be grandsons and grandsons-in-law. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack “Catfish” Granger and Scott Gay. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in her memory be made to Kedron Baptist Church. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Paulette Lenora Forbes Spears
August 7, 1953 – March 13, 2024
A resident of Kentwood, LA, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was born August 7, 1953 in Franklinton, LA and was 70 years of age. She is survived by her 3 children, Kirk Spears and wife, Julie, Lyndy Spears Varnado and companion, Mark Conner, and Kerry Spears and wife, Nichole; grandchildren, Hannah Varnado, Emily Varnado, Daniel Spears, Juliana Spears, Claire Varnado, Christopher Spears, and London Jaufre; brother-in-law, Leslie “Tex” Derrough; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Preceded in death by her parents, Frank Forbes and Opal Seal Forbes; father of her children, Clyde Spears; sister, Barbara Bates Derrough; brother, Frank LaRue Forbes; sister-in-law, Sandra Forbes; and nephew, Davin Bates. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until religious services at 1:00PM on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Interment Sharon Cemetery, Amite, LA. The family wishes to thank the pallbearers and the staff of North Oaks Medical Center for the comfortable and compassionate care she received during her illness. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read the Bible Every Day
March 14, 2014
Numbers 8:1 – 10:10
Psalm 34: 1-7
Mark 12:28-44
Prayer Focus
Today, let’s pray for teachers and students. Pray for student as they focus their attention on summer holidays from school and teachers as they try to keep the students on task for the remainder of the school year.
Please pray for Donnie Travis of Arcola. He is in ICU at North Oaks following surgery. Also, pray for his wife, Delores. Thanks!
Obituary
Cathy Potts sent the following information for me to share.
Sad to inform everyone that Joy Lofton passed away on Sunday at her home in Kansas.Obituary will be shared once available.Joy grew up in Kentwood. She worked for the paper for several years, covering Kentwood, Tangipahoa and later Amite area events, schools, and sports.
Read the Bible Every Day
March 13
Numbers 7:30-89
Psalm 33:18-22
Proverbs 8:4-5
Mark 12:1-27
Operation Christmas Child
March Items – combs, toothbrushes, emery boards, 5″flachights, and marbles
Items can be left in the green tote in the downstairs hallway.
Thanks!
Kid’s Workday
This Saturday from 9 – Noon
Kindergarten – 8th Grade
Parents and grandparents can stay to watch.
Annie Armstrong (1850-1938)
Annie was born in Baltimore at a time when there was little opportunity for women. Yet, her devotion to Christ led her to a life of service and leadership. She organized women to pray, to give and to meet the needs around them. She challenged pastors and churches to action and rallied vital support for missionaries. Ultimately, Annie was recognized as a national Southern Baptist trailblazer for her visionary leadership that still inspires millions today.
What a glorious thing it is to be a co-worker with God in winning the world for Christ.– Annie Armstrong
But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its rays. And you will go out and frolic like well-fed calves.
Malachi 4:2
Update on Angela Shockly
Angela’s surgery yesterday went better than expected. Her heart is repaired. Pray for her as she recovers at the hospital where they can monitor her. Thank God for her good report from surgery.
Prayer Focus for the Day
As you pray for Angela, pray for others who are having surgery or who have recently had surgery and are recovering. Pray for families of these surgery patients.
Beverly Ann Hyde was born December 17, 1934 in McComb, MS and passed away March 9, 2024 in Amite, LA at the age of 89. Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. Years ago, she had her own second hand store that she loved to shop for, tend to, and where she made many friends over the years. She loved a good book or true crime show, and there was nothing she loved more than her family. Beverly was survived by her children, Steve Allen (Cindi); Jerry-Wayne Hyde; and Anne Hyde Ford (Bill); daughter-in-law, Denise Allen; niece, Lisa Rodgers; nephew, James Estes; grandchildren, Hayley Dickens (Justin); Samantha Carey (Tyler); and Logan Hyde; great grandchild, Kora Dickens; and her loving caregivers at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Beatrice Redmond; sister, Francis Estes; children, Don Allen and Robin Allen; grandchild, Summer Allen, and great grandchild, Kallie Dickens. A service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 9-11am with service at 11. Graveside service to follow at Hyde Cemetery in Chesbrough. This service will also honor her daughter, Robin Allen, who passed away on February 4. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
“God Winks”
“God Winks” are instances when God does something for us that we could not have done for ourselves. He protects us or does something that is very good for us. People often shrug these events off as luck. I like to recognize them as reminders that God loves me and is watching over me.
Instead of being amazed with the good luck you have, look to God and thank Him.. He is letting you know He is there and working in our lives when we are not expecting Him ro show up.
Examples of “God Winks” that could happen in your life.
You receive a check you didn’t expect just when you need some extra money for an emergency.
You get a flat tire on a rainy day and two young men you know stop to help you.
You are the only one in your family who remains healthy despite everyone else coming down with food poisoning. You ate the some foods as the others, but just didn’t get sick. You are able to purchase medicine and care for the others.
You get lost while driving.. Just as you pull into a service station in a less than desirable area a police car pulls in next to you. The police woman tells you to follow her to the correct highway.
Look for the “God Winks” in your life. Thank God for them. Know He is watching over you and is helping you despite the circumstances we get ourselves into. He has let me know He was watching over me in the last few days.
Anna Lee
Beverly Ann Hyde was born December 17, 1934 in McComb, MS and passed Beverly Ann Hyde was born December 17, 1934 in McComb, MS and passed away March 9, Beverly Ann Hyde was born December 17, 1934 in McComb, MS and passed away March 9, 2024 in Amite, LA at the age of 89. Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. Years ago, she had her own second hand store that she loved to shop for, tend to, and where she made many friends over the years. She loved a good book or true crime show, and there was nothing she loved more than her family. Beverly was survived by her children, Steve Allen (Cindi); Jerry-Wayne Hyde; and Anne Hyde Ford (Bill); daughter-in-law, Denise Allen; niece, Lisa Rodgers; nephew, James Estes; grandchildren, Hayley Dickens (Justin); Samantha Carey (Tyler); and Logan Hyde; great grandchild, Kora Dickens; and her loving caregivers at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Beatrice Redmond; sister, Francis Estes; children, Don Allen and Robin Allen; grandchild, Summer Allen, and great grandchild, Kallie Dickens. A service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 9-11am with service at 11. Graveside service to follow at Hyde Cemetery in Chesbrough. This service will also honor her daughter, Robin Allen, who passed away on February 4. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com. in Amite, LA at the age of 89. Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. Years ago, she had her own second hand store that she loved to shop for, tend to, and where she made many friends over the years. She loved a good book or true crime show, and there was nothing she loved more than her family. Beverly was survived by her children, Steve Allen (Cindi); Jerry-Wayne Hyde; and Anne Hyde Ford (Bill); daughter-in-law, Denise Allen; niece, Lisa Rodgers; nephew, James Estes; grandchildren, Hayley Dickens (Justin); Samantha Carey (Tyler); and Logan Hyde; great grandchild, Kora Dickens; and her loving caregivers at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Beatrice Redmond; sister, Francis Estes; children, Don Allen and Robin Allen; grandchild, Summer Allen, and great grandchild, Kallie Dickens. A service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 9-11am with service at 11. Graveside service to follow at Hyde Cemetery in Chesbrough. This service will also honor her daughter, Robin Allen, who passed away on February 4. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com. Ann Hyde was born December 17, 1934 in McComb, MS and passed away March 9, 2024 in Amite, LA at the age of 89. Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. Years ago, she had her own second hand store that she loved to shop for, tend to, and where she made many friends over the years. She loved a good book or true crime show, and there was nothing she loved more than her family. Beverly was survived by her children, Steve Allen (Cindi); Jerry-Wayne Hyde; and Anne Hyde Ford (Bill); daughter-in-law, Denise Allen; niece, Lisa Rodgers; nephew, James Estes; grandchildren, Hayley Dickens (Justin); Samantha Carey (Tyler); and Logan Hyde; great grandchild, Kora Dickens; and her loving caregivers at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Beatrice Redmond; sister, Francis Estes; children, Don Allen and Robin Allen; grandchild, Summer Allen, and great grandchild, Kallie Dickens. A service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 9-11am with service at 11. Graveside service to follow at Hyde Cemetery in Chesbrough. This service will also honor her daughter, Robin Allen, who passed away on February 4. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com. March 9, 2024Beverlnn Hyde was born December 17, 1934 in McComb, MS and passed away March 9, 2024 in Amite, LA at the age of 89. Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. Years ago, she had her own second hand store that she loved to shop for, tend to, and where sheBeverly Ann Hyde was born December 17, 1934 in McComb, MS and passed away March 9, 2024 in Amite, LA at the age of 89. Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. Years ago, she had her own second hand store that she loved to shop for, tend to, and where she made many friends over the years. She loved a good book or true crime show, and there was nothing she loved more than her family. Beverly was survived by her children, Steve Allen (Cindi); Jerry-Wayne Hyde; and Anne Hyde Ford (Bill); daughter-in-law, Denise Allen; niece, Lisa Rodgers; nephew, James Estes; grandchildren, Hayley Dickens (Justin); Samantha Carey (Tyler); and Logan Hyde; great grandchild, Kora Dickens; and her loving caregivers at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Beatrice Redmond; sister, Francis Estes; children, Don Allen and Robin Allen; grandchild, Summer Allen, and great grandchild, Kallie Dickens. A service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 9-11am with service at 11. Graveside service to follow at Hyde Cemetery in Chesbrough. This service will also honor her daughter, Robin Allen, who passed away on February 4. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.made many friends over the years. She loved a good book or true crime show, and there was nothing she loved more than her family. Beverly was survived by her children, Steve Allen (Cindi); Jerry-Wayne Hyde; and Anne Hyde Ford (Bill); daughter-in-law, Denise Allen; niece, Lisa Rodgers; nephew, James Estes; grandchildren, Hayley Dickens (Justin); Samantha Carey (Tyler); and Logan Hyde; great grandchild, Kora Dickens; and her loving caregivers at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Beatrice Redmond; sister, Francis Estes; children, Don Allen and Robin Allen; grandchild, Summer Allen, and great grandchild, Kallie Dickens. A service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 9-11am with service at 11. Graveside service to follow at Hyde Cemetery in Chesbrough. This service will also honor her daughter, Robin Allen, who passed away on February 4. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.in Amite, LA at the age of 89. Beverly was a loving mother and grandmother. Years ago, she had her own second hand store that she loved to shop for, tend to, and where she made many friends over the years. She loved a good book or true crime show, and there was nothing she loved more than her family. Beverly was survived by her children, Steve Allen (Cindi); Jerry-Wayne Hyde; and Anne Hyde Ford (Bill); daughter-in-law, Denise Allen; niece, Lisa Rodgers; nephew, James Estes; grandchildren, Hayley Dickens (Justin); Samantha Carey (Tyler); and Logan Hyde; great grandchild, Kora Dickens; and her loving caregivers at Tangi Pines and Modern Hospice. Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Beatrice Redmond; sister, Francis Estes; children, Don Allen and Robin Allen; grandchild, Summer Allen, and great grandchild, Kallie Dickens. A service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at McKneely Funeral Home in Amite from 9-11am with service at 11. Graveside service to follow at Hyde Cemetery in Chesbrough. This service will also honor her daughter, Robin Allen, who passed away on February 4. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.December 17, 1934 – March 9, 2024
Then he continued, “Do not be afraid, Daniel. Since the first day that you set your mind to gain understanding and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them.
Let’s all thank God we woke up and are able to do some of the things we would like to, can remember last week, and know who our loved ones are.
Surgery Today
Please be in prayers for Angela Lee Shockley, her family, and for the medical staff of the hospital as she has heart surgery. She is set to be in the hospital for over a week.
Annie Armstrong Offering
The established Week of Pray for North American missions was a week ago, but I still would like to share some information about it.
Saturday morning at 9:00, we will have our first Kid’s Day for OCC. Children from kindergarten through eighth grade will get to learn more about missions and to experience some of the steps in preparing items for packing the shoe boxes. Please bring your children and grandchildren. We would love for you to join us and help your children if they need your help. We will also have an area set up for you to watch your children and grandchildren as well as visit the other parents and grandparents. I’m looking forward to teaching about missions and teaching the children to love OCC by doing OCC.
Then he continued, “Do not be afraid, Daniel. Since the first day that you set your mind to gain understanding and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them.
Don’t forget the special kid’s day Saturday from 9:00 to Noon. We will be giving the children, K-8, an opportunity to help with shoeboxes. We will work in the sanctuary. Bring your kids and grandkids. Stay and work with them if you can.
Sunday School Lesson
God’s plan for finding a wife for Isaac
FBC has 15 or more Sunday School classes to make sure we have classes for everyone. Come see for yourself.
Worship Service This Morning
Wendell Rhodus will be preaching this morning.
Don Turner will be preaching tonight.
Please pray for Bro. Darryl as he continues to heal from surgery. We are hopeful he will be able to be “back in the pulpit” next week.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us,
Ephesians 3:20
Why am I late?
My new keyboard decided not to work this morning. The easy answer was to change the batteries and the more difficult option was to call a repairman. We were blessed that the new batteries put me back into operation. The hitch was we needed to buy the batteries. We did that in Ponchatoula when we went to a baby shower for my niece, Kristin.
Reminder
Tonight we have a time change. Change your clocks FORWARD TONIGHT and lose an hour of rest.
Today, let’s focus our prayers. on Angela Schockly and her heart issue. Let’s pray as she sees a doctor today.
Read the Bible Today – March 7
Leviticus 27:1-34
Psalm 31:9-18
Proverbs 7:9-12
Mark 9:2-29
Operation Christmas Child
If you are interested in helping with OCC via small groups, please sign the sheet on the table as you enter the sanctuary. Please leave a phone number and tell when is best for you.
Senior Adult Lunch
The next senior adult lunch will be Wednesday, March 20th at Charlie’s in Springfield. Bus transportation is available. You can call the church office and ask for your name to be added to the list.
The Prayer Link is not only a list of prayer concerns, but also a list of opportunities!
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.
Thanks to a donor who supplied funds for a Monday shopping trip that met some needs and fit your category of “a good deal”. I am thankful for our good start for the 2024 “Shoebox” season!
Thanks for reading and praying today. Be an encourager in all the opportunities you have. Make some opportunities today.
Pray for Angela Lee Shockley and her heart condition.
Death
Bonnie Evans Johnson
February 6, 1950 – March 1, 2024
Bonnie Evans Johnson, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Ponchatoula Community Care. She was born Feb 6, 1950 in Amite, LA and was 74 years of age. She is survived by her 3 children, Jonette Buker, Latimer Brock III & Lauri Hutchins, 6 grandchildren, Zachary Buker, CJ Johnson, Danikin Hornsby, Aaron Hutchins, Devan Brock & Adelyn Brock; 2 sisters Donna Blades & Connie Evans. Preceded in death by her parents, Homer & Ruth Evans. A special thanks to her caretakers at Ponchatoula Community Care & her hospice nurse, Linda.
Virginia McKenzie attended this service and shared this name with me.
Tammy Lyon Bridges Obituary
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Stringer Family Funeral Homes on Feb. 28, 2024.
Tammy June Lyon Bridges died February 27, 2024, at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi, after an extended illness. Visitation will be 1pm-2:30pm Sunday at Gallman Baptist Church. The Service will be 2:30pm at Gallman Baptist Church with a graveside service at 5pm at Tangipahoa Cemetery. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs is handling arrangements. Tammy was born October 8, 1960, in Hazlehurst, Mississippi. She and her beloved husband Reggie were married May 28, 1983. She graduated from Crystal Springs Consolidated School and later received her Bachelor of Science degree in English education from Mississippi College, Clinton, Mississippi. She taught in numerous private and public schools in Mississippi and Louisiana for over 25 years. Tammy and Reggie served together in many churches where Tammy was known and loved for her excellence in sharing the history of hymns, presenting children’s sermons, and Bible teaching. Her son called her the “best children’s sermon presenter in the world.” She has articles published in several magazines, enjoyed watercolor painting, and keeping in touch with friends with her writing of cards and notes. She was predeceased by her father, Johnny Lyon, brother John David Lyon, and her first child. She is survived by her husband Reggie Bridges, mother June Lyon, son Benjamin (Ashley) of Colorado, and grandchildren Addie, Breland, and Cecily; and nephew Aaron Lyon.
Ministry Planning/Working Team Meeting with Sarah LeBlanc
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Hello Team Members,
I know this short notice, but I was just informed that our Regional Point of Contact, Sarah LeBlanc, will be conducting a Ministry Planning/Working Meeting for our Area Team Members at 5:00 pm March 7, 2024 at River Fellowship in Hammond, LA. Please make every effort to attend this Area Team Meeting.
Please invite anyone who might be interested in building our Area Team. We need everyone’s input and help to reach our 2024 goals. Come and be a part of the Eternal Impact in sharing the Good News to ALL Nations in 2024.
Please bring your own Drink and any Fast Food that can be shared with everyone. If you have any questions or concerns about Area Team Meeting, please contact Beth Hiller at bhiller1956@gmail.com or 985-687-5133.
Donna Willm
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I hope some of you team leaders will be able to attend.
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