Laurel, Mississippi

Sunset during mid-week fellowship meal at "Salem Heights" in Laurel, Mississippi.

     Sing joyfully to the LORD, you righteous; it is fitting for the upright to praise him. Praise the LORD with the harp; make music to him on the ten-stringed lyre. Sing to him a new song; play skillfully, and shout for joy.

Psalm 33:1-3

             Monday December 18 th ~

     Ministered for some folks at the "Jefferson Davis Hospital Extended Care Facility" in Prentiss, Mississippi.

          Tuesday December 19 th ~

     Hooked up with folks at the "Salem Heights Baptist Church" just outside of Laurel, Mississippi.

     Good Timing! They were hosting their noon "Senior Banquet" where I was given the honor of sharing a couple of songs. Then in the evening, at their "Teachers Banquet" I got to share a couple more songs.

     Lunch: Turkey, Ham & Dressing.

     Dinner: Fish Fry.

     Ate too much.

          Wednesday December 20 th ~

     Early part of the day doing domestic chores with the church's washer & dryer. Laptop work.

     Then after the mid-week dinner for over a hundred members, I enjoyed the opportunity to share a couple of songs in the following worship service.

          Thursday December 21 st ~

     It's my Birthday! Made it to sixty-two.

     Got over to the "Care Center of Laurel". Received a sweet welcome from the activity staff who have been here for many years. During one of the songs, the residents and staff got so excited that I actually got goosebumps. Another first.

          Friday December 22 nd ~

     Sang at the "Comfort Care Nursing Center" in Laurel. Then back to the church where I did an oil change on the van in the parking lot.

          Saturday December 23 rd ~

     A day of rest.

          Sunday December 24 th ~

     Attended morning and evening services here at "Salem Heights", then joined a group of members who take a "Rib Roast Dinner" to the guys at the "Mission" in town.

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God

Guard, Guide And Direct You.

In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

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Laurel, Mississippi

"Clear Springs" campground "Homochitto National Forest"

View from inside the van.

     Shout for joy to God, all the earth! Sing the glory of his name; make his praise glorious. Say to God, "How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies cringe before you. All the earth bows down to you; they sing praise to you, they sing the praises of your name."
Psalm 66:1-4

             Monday December 11 th ~

     I had the honor of sharing in song, testimony and message with about forty guys at the "Teen Challenge" in Dodson, Louisiana during their morning devotion time.

          Tuesday December 12 th ~

     Ministered at the "Wyatt Manor" nearby.

An older, nursing home type facility with many folks suffering from mental issues.

Received a warm reception with enthusiastic participation.

          Wednesday December 13 th ~

     Sang for the residents at the "Forest Haven" nursing home in Jonesboro, Louisiana.

Later, at the Baptist church in Dodson I got to share in song and short message during the mid-week service.

          Thursday December 14 th ~

     Ministered in one of the nursing homes in Winnfield, Louisiana.

          Friday December 15 th ~

     Sang for a sweet group at the "Wood Haven" nursing home in Pollock, Louisiana. Then crossed the border into Mississippi.

          Saturday December 16 th ~

     A day of rest at the "Clear Springs" campground in the "Homochitto National Forest".

          Sunday December 17 th ~

     Attended the "Lucien Baptist" church with eight members. I was invited to sing one song at the beginning of the service. Then they were going to do the rest of the song service with a machine.

     Which they couldn't get to work.

     After a brief consultation, I offered to and ended up, leading the remainder of the song service.

The Lord works in mysterious ways.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God

Guard, Guide And Direct You.

In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

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Dodson, Louisiana

Deb & Gary

     A person finds joy in giving an apt reply-- and how good is a timely word!

Proverbs 15:23

             Monday December 4 th ~

     Posted the Blog from the home of cousins' Don & Sue Ellen. Then started east.

          Tuesday December 5 th ~

     Sang at the "St. Joseph" facility in Caldwell, Texas.

          Wednesday December 6 th ~

     Drove to Hemphill, Texas and hooked up with Gary & Deb.

     I met Gary about eleven years ago in a Walmart parking lot in Oregon where we were both staying overnight. He was hauling travel trailers across the country for RV Dealers. I was in the ministry's first minivan.

     The pastor (Don) of their church here in Hemphill gave me the sermon time during the mid-week service to share in song, testimony and message. These dear folks even took up a sweet love offering for the ministry.

          Thursday December 7 th ~

     Ministered at the "Hemphill Care Center". Then toured the museum in town with Gary & Deb. It is about the recovery of the remains of "Columbia" which landed in this area when it broke up during re-entry.

          Friday December 8 th ~

     Said my goodbyes to my host after breakfast and crossed into Louisiana to the town of "Many" where I was able to share in one of the nursing homes in both the memory care section and then in the main dining room.

          Saturday December 9 th ~

     A day of rest.

          Sunday December 10 th ~

     Attended the Baptist church in Dodson, Louisiana. In the morning they had a Special Christmas service. At the evening service I was given the opportunity to share the "Israeli Presentation".

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God

Guard, Guide And Direct You.

In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

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Burton, Texas

Jamie

B & B

Conference

     Whoever heeds life-giving correction will be at home among the wise.

Proverbs 15:31

             Monday November 27 th ~

     Ministered at the "Hilltop" nursing home in Kerrville, Texas. Then drove to Lakeway, Texas and attended Barb's Home Church/Prayer Meeting/Pot-Luck Fellowship where I was given the honor of sharing in song and testimony.

          Tuesday November 28 th ~

     Sang for some sweet folks in the memory care section of the "Brookdale" facility in Lakeway. Then drove to Austin, Texas for a long lunch with my dear Brother George.

          Wednesday November 29 th ~

     A visit with Brother Richard who gave me a Tablet Device. Sweet! Then to dinner and a visit with Sister Sarah. Attended mid-week services at "Jubilee Christian Center".

          Thursday November 30 th ~

     Said my goodbyes to my buddy Richard, who for many years now, has given me a place to park and shower while in Austin. Then drove to Yoakum, Texas to spend time with my dear cousin Ricci. He and I are like twins. First cousins born three days apart.

          Friday December 1 st ~

     Drove northeast to Donny and Sue Ellen's. More cousins.

          Saturday December 2 nd ~

     Joined them for a little Conference held at a local B & B. Spent most of the morning visiting with and helping a cousin (Jamie) with the BBQ chore.

          Sunday December 3 rd ~

     Attended the Home Church worship service here at the B & B where I enjoyed the opportunity to share in song.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God

Guard, Guide And Direct You.

In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

To Donate (Love Offering) Click Here