July 3, 2023
New Prayer Requests
Lindsey Bardwell is 8 weeks pregnant. Last week, while at work, she experienced a debilitating migraine with stroke-like symptoms. Her co-workers took her to the ER, where she was able to receive medication that helped. She had this experience for the duration of her first pregnancy, which was scary. Please pray that this was a one time experience and that the remainder of her pregnancy is healthy with no complications. Kyle and Lindsey have two daughters, Nova and Ember. Kyle is our worship associate.
Nina Horne’s father has pneumonia. Pray for his healing.
Sharon Daniels has been cleared of stomach issues, but has other ongoing health concerns. Continue to pray for her and John.
Jane Pickelsimer’s sister, Bobbie, has pneumonia. Pray for her healing.
Ongoing Requests
Please pray for Linda Ramsey’s daughter and son’s salvation. That God would give her son, Donald, a message that would bring him to His Word and to Himself. Pray that her daughter would be delivered from depression.
Walker Moore, missionary and Baptist Messenger columnist, passed away on June 26. Be in prayer for his family.
The Just’s nephew, Jason, is in prison. Please pray Colossians 1:9-10 over him. He professes Christ and wants to live for Him during incarceration.
Beverly Hite’s grandson, Michael (age 19), is not in contact with family and they are concerned for him. Please pray for safety, that he has somewhere to stay & is working, & for his future.
Pray for Josh and Monica Janacek’s son Joshua to draw near to the Lord and seek Him.
The Leatherwoods request prayer for their relationship with their son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Cory.
Hospitalizations and Illnesses
Roger and Megan Godwin welcomed twin boys on June 17. The boys were born prematurely so they will remain in the NICU for a lengthy amount of time to ensure their health and development. Pray that these sweet babies continue to thrive and for their parents and siblings as they navigate this difficult journey.
Monica Janacek suffered a spontaneous coronary artery dissection. She was hospitalized but is now home recovering. She is very tired and frail. Pray for her continued healing. Also, pray for her and Josh as they grieve the death of their son, Robbie. HIs funeral was last Friday at CHBC.
Mary Kitchell has Stage 4 lung cancer with multiple brain tumors. She has an infection and can’t start chemo yet. She is very fatigued, confused, and has balance issues. Stan needs to stay with her constantly. Please pray for endurance and peace for her and Stan. Also, pray for Stan as he helps his parents (both in their 90s) adjust to their new home in assisted living.
Lori Wilson is now on hospice care. Please continue to pray for her and for her family in this difficult time.
The Yerby’s 6-month old great-granddaughter, Quinnlee, had surgery on Friday, June 24. Please be praying for her healing.
Cathy Burris has improved since having her shunt placed, She’s now able to walk through the house without her walker.
Bob Boyer’s great-niece, Haley, had a successful brain tumor surgery. They were able to remove most of the tumor, which may not be cancerous. Now she has an infection and is unable to start chemo. She is on steroids and not doing well.
Johnny and Carol Just’s son-in-law, Mitch Merideth, had a heart transplant in 2016. He continues to struggle with health problems related to liver failure caused from many years of taking medications for his heart failure and then heart transplant. Please pray he can manage the condition and gain some weight.
George Dickson is having issues with his heart and blood pressure. Pray that the doctors can find and answer and make a good treatment plan.
Rodney Lee's brother, David, had surgery to have his kidney removed as a result of kidney cancer. David's oncologist feels like they were able to remove all the cancerous tissue along with the kidney, but they will continue to monitor him every 3 months to make sure it didn't spread to the bladder. They have suggested either radiation or chemotherapy as a precaution and he is weighing those options. Pray for his healing.
The Leatherwoods’ daughter, Rachel, had a brain MRI. She is now receiving treatments for migraines. She is also receiving treatment for kidney stones.
Karen Davis is on IV antibiotics for an infection. Doctors have been unable to find the cause of her infection.
Kathy Quillin is needing our prayers for wisdom, direction and health. Kathy has several health issues needing to be covered in prayer. She is specifically asking for the Dr’s wisdom and direction, as well as resolution and healing. Also, Kathy’s current job was eliminated on December 30th, and she is looking for another job that would fit her area of expertise and hours she needs. Please pray God would bring to light any obstacles that might stand in the way of moving forward and that she can find another job quickly.
The Just’s granddaughter, Sophia Weihermueller, is walking independently with her new brace and only needs her new wheelchair for long distances. We are thankful for her recovery and all your prayers!
Please pray for Jason Caruthers (26 years old) who was shot in a random drive-by shooting in downtown OKC on January 1st. He has been fighting for his life since then. Jason is the bother of CHBC member Brittany Freeman. She has been his sole caregiver since the incident. Please pray for Brittany, as well. She has missed a lot of work and needs encouragement.
Megan Glennie’s mother, Tina Stout, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia several months ago. She had a successful stem cell transplant. Her doctors will continue to be monitor to ensure that the cells graft as they are supposed to do. Continue to pray for her health and that this treatment works.
Katie MacDougall is receiving treatment for a lung condition. Please continue praying for her and her doctors as she adjusts to treatment.
Carol and Johnny Just’s granddaughter Marek is being treated for a brain tumor that was diagnosed in 2019. She had her regularly scheduled every 3 month MRI on June 24th, which showed the tumor had shrunk slightly. They appreciate prayers for the brain tumor to remain stable or shrink. She will have another MRI in 3 months.
Members with continuing health concerns: Karen Davis, Jim Davis, Kevin Fox, David Spiva, Cameron Frank, Cathy Burris, Michelle Hawkins’ brother, Mark Manning, Frazier’s nephew and his wife; Greg and Sarah Frazier, Glenda Phillips.
Missions and Ministry Requests
Pray for our country and elected leaders.
Brian and Stephany Meister are serving in New York City.
Zac Hanes is at his military AIT training. Zac is in the National Guard.
Hannah and Ben Hanes are missionaries serving in the Bronx in NYC.
Mary Andrews is in India working with the E3 Partner’s organization to take the gospel to the unreached there. Please pray for her ministry.
Logan & Morgan Hanni & their sons, Liam & Grayson, are serving a 3 year term as IMB missionaries to Southeast Asia. Please pray for their travel, language learning and cultural adjustment. Pray for unreached people groups in Southeast Asia to come to a saving faith in Jesus.
Praises
We have a large number of sweet families in our church who will welcome new babies in the coming months! Praise God for the gift of life and continue to pray for healthy pregnancies.