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Mental Health and Back-to-School
The back-to-school period can sometimes trigger or exacerbate mental health issues in children and adolescents. Transitioning from a relaxed summer schedule back to the structure and demands of school can be stressful for some individuals. Academic...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service...
Bayou Classic 2023 Getaway
AL DERRY`S Bayou Classic 50TH Anniversary November 24-26, 2023 New Orleans LA - AL DERRY`S Bayou Classic package includes 2 nights at Comfort Inn & Suites Metairie LA (Double occupancy)- Free...
18th Church Anniversary
Pastors Bob and Brenda Dziadaszek and the Spiritual Harvest Worship Center Church in Monroe LA cordially invite you to celebrate with them at their 18th Church Anniversary on Sunday, September...
Mental Health and Back-to-School
The back-to-school period can sometimes trigger or exacerbate mental health issues in children and adolescents. Transitioning from a relaxed summer schedule back to the structure and demands of school can be stressful for some individuals. Academic...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service...
Simmons Celebrating
Blessed and thankful with an amazing smile, strong character, a loving, respectful, and a great understanding is Donna Simmons . Happy Birthday Donna, celebrating you August 28, 2023 for your...
Fairley 50th
Eddie and Gurlee Fairley started their journey after meeting in 1969, fell in love and decided to enter Holy Matrimony on August 25, 1973. Through God’s Grace, Edward and the love of his life...
Moving On
Missed Colby Brown is changing stations after working at Chase Bank Southeast in Monroe LA for three years as an associate banker. Colby is making his move to greener pastures and will miss his Chase...
No Social September 2023
As we shift our mindset to prepare for a new semester of learning through formal schooling, many things should be considered. Since its inception, the smartphone has been an invaluable device to many. With smartphones came social media networks and p...
KILL THE KURSE
Copyright August 12, 2023 Written By: Mr. Marion Obafemi Inspired By: God They said that this ole hammer killed John Henry, but it damn show ain’t gonna kill me I heard that this been going on for c...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service...
Praying Students
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday While I live I will praise the Lord; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being. Psalm 146:2 Prayer: Father, I praise You for Your great love and for the wonderful things You have done for me. I live, move, and...
"BUT GOD" (Philippians 4:13)(Ephesians 2:4-5)
"BUT GOD" COPYRIGHT 2016 INSPIRED BY: GOD I would have been forsaken without a father or mother, BUT GOD took me in My winters would have been cold when I had no cover, BUT GOD protected me from the...
Praying Children
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Great peace have those who love Your law, And nothing causes them to stumble. Psalm 119:165 Prayer: Father God, I praise and thank You for Your Word. My heart delights in Your Word. In a world of turmoil and distress, I ca...
VICTORY OVER THE ENEMY!!!
Genesis 3:15 | NKJV And I will put enmity Between you and the woman, And between your seed and her Seed; He shall bruise your head, And you shall bruise His heel. Have Faith and have Confidence...
Atomic Habits
In 2012, author James Clear wrote Atomic Habits, outlining how to be consistent when creating positive habits. The book focuses on the science of habits and how tiny changes can lead to remarkable results over time. The book provides a comprehensive...
Not This School Year!
Every school year brings about its own reasons for worry and anxiety. Some fear not being able to provide the things their children need. Some fear not having adequate help academically. Some fear failing their children by not being able to get them...
This is Why I Feel the Way I Do
On July 22, 2023, Franklin Parish hosted its first-ever Open Mike Youth Summit. The event was organized and hosted by site coordinator Mr. Jamie Johnson, who happens to be my uncle. Mr. Johnson works...
Who's for God's People?
When it’s time for something to go in favor of a person, he/she usually puts his/her best foot forward. People show their best side often, to win the favor of others. Kindness should be genuine and...
Williams' 17th Wedding Anniversary
"Happy 17th wedding anniversary to my beautiful wife, Myesha Williams! Thank you for being an amazing wife, mother, and friend! I look forward to sharing another 50 plus years with you!" Love C.J....
BB&O Annual Session
BB&O Annual session will convene at True Vine Baptist Church at 1600 Dilling St. in Monroe LA on Saturday, August 5 – 9. The Mass Choir Musical will be at 6p.m. Saturday August 5, 2023. On Sunday August 6 at 4pm Usher Director Anna Horne will give...
What Makes Dazzle Dance So Special
The arts hold significant importance for girls, just as they do for people of all genders. Engaging in artistic pursuits can have a range of positive effects on girls' personal, emotional, social,...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service...
1st Birthday
Haisen Ross recently celebrated his first birthday at the Monroe Civic Center Louisiana Room. Haisen celebrated with family, friends and children who had a great time with Haisen. Haisen is the son...
The Fruit of the Spirit
If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Romans 12:18, God is telling us, because we have peace in him through Jesus Christ, that is an attribute of the fruit of the spirit, (That means our trust is in the truth...
THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK
Proverbs 18:21 | NLT The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences. Beloved purpose to Speak Life into those persons who cross your path today and everyday. Speak Words that Encourage, Comfort, and Build others...
The Luxury of Convenience
I love the convenient luxuries I have grown accustomed to, and now understand convenience can be both a necessity and a luxury, depending on the context and the level of convenience being considered. In many cases, convenience is considered a...
NEVER GIVE UP
Copyright 2023 For my daughter “Coffee” I know that you’re tired on so many levels And, know this is an attack from the devil. That uses people and his tools to do his work Trying to make you...
Forgive Them Anyway
“Forgive” sounds like a curse word to those who have been hurt or victimized. It brings an uncomfortable feeling to those who use unforgiveness as a shield. They don’t realize that unforgiveness is a false refuge. Hopefully, I can use this...
Tools for Navigating Life
“Something that somebody did to you may be why you have bad behavior. But you can’t let it become an excuse to stay that way. As of today, you need to start taking responsibility for what you do and not blame it on anyone else; and you need to...
ENLARGE MY TERRITORY
1 Chronicles 4:10 | NKJV And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, “Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!” So God...
Pulpits & Pews
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. For a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to [email protected] See pg 9 Call For Singers Tawanna James and The Gloria...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service at...
Neighborhood Safety
Last week my mom and I decided to take a workout walk in our neighborhood. I wore a long sleeve sweat suit and hat. On our first trip on our route, we alternated, walking side-by-side and behind one another. We were about 5 minutes away from home...
Pulpits & Pews
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. creates a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School lesson summary at Word Ministries. Email [email protected] to request a copy. Homecoming Sunday St. Luke Baptist Church...
Don't Call Me ______
A week ago, while traveling, I shared an elevator with what seemed to be young Black adults between 19-23 years old. As we ascended higher, I had a brief moment where I lost my balance and fell into one of my elevator companions. I was apologetic,...
MY MOTHER'S HANDS
Copyright July 6, 2023 4:00AM Written by: Marion Obafemi and inspired by God in honor of my Mother, Mrs. Earnestine Carraway Jackson MY MOTHER'S HANDS were the first feeling that I felt, never let me...
Pulpits & Pews
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. For a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to [email protected] See pg 9 Welcome Home/Revival Zion Spring Baptist Church...
Count it All Joy
James 1:2-4, says, my brethren count it all joy, when ye fall into divers temptation, knowing this that the trail of your faith workerh patience, but let patience, have her perfect work, that , you may be perfect entire Wanting nothing. God is...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service...
Abandoned Vehicles
I hate to see abandoned vehicles along highways. I instantly empathize with the driver and always wonder what happened to force someone to abandon their car. I am always confused when I see a nice shiny car idly sitting because I feel like it should...
Looking Black
Minister Georgia Berry 50 years ago upon her arrival in Monroe LA. Wow! If we could turn back the hands of time, many would handle life with some different eyes! Always amazing, looking...
Tools for Navigating Life
"Until you transcend the EGO, You can do nothing but add to the INSANITY of the world" By Wayne W. Dyer...
Put It All in His Hands
Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. The creditors are calling. The bills are piling up. The threats keep coming. The reports are negative. The children are misbehaving. The marriage is...
Pulpits & Pews
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. For a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to [email protected] See pg 9 Call For Singers Tawanna James and The Gloria...
Becoming Wholesome Through Faith
St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church in Monroe LA celebrated its 77th Church Anniversary on June 25, 2023. Special guest The Word Baptist Church if Bastrop and Ruston LA made St. Luke's 77th very...
The End Is Near
And I heard a voice saying in heaven, now is come salvation and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ; for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before God day and night (Rev.12:10). In these last...
Happenings
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service...
