August 28, 2023
New Prayer Requests
Carol and Johnny Just’s granddaughter Marek is being treated for a brain tumor that was diagnosed in 2019. She will have her regularly scheduled every 3 month MRI on September 18. They appreciate prayers for the brain tumor to remain stable or shrink.
Rodney Lee's brother, David, had his kidney removed earlier this year due to cancer. The pathology report indicated it was ureteral cancer and not kidney cancer even though the tumor was in the kidney. They have been monitoring him with scans every three months and as of the last scan in early August, there is no indication that the cancer has spread to any other organs, the bladder being the main concern. He has decided to forgo radiation or chemo and is opting for a wholistic nutritional approach to recover and stay healthy. He is doing well and feeling stronger since the surgery. Thank for you for your continued prayers as he recovers.
Marcie St. John, daughter of Michael and Kristin, was hospitalized for 2 weeks for complications to injuries on her back she received from a fall. After overcoming the infections, she is now home. She is continuing treatments, including an at home wound vac, and will need to see a plastic surgeon. Continue to pray for her full healing and for her parents as they care for her injury.
Ongoing Requests
Jeffery and Belinda Yesslith’s son, Aurelius, is in basic training at Fort Benning, Georgia, with the National Guard. Please pray for his experience and for his parents.
Cory and Kamry Pruitt are grieving a preganancy loss. Additionally, Cory was laid off due to a reduction in force by his employer. Pray for Kamry’s physical healing as well as their whole family during this difficulty season. Pray for the Lord to bring peace and comfort, as well as a new job for Cory.
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.
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.
The Leatherwoods request prayer for their relationship with their son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Cory.
Hospitalizations and Illnesses
Katie MacDougall had another diagnostic procedure on her lungs on August 24th. Please pray for her doctor works to diagnose a second lung disease and improve the success of her current treatment.
The Leatherwoods’ son, Daniel, and his wife Cory have separated. He has a mental health diagnosis and is not taking the medication his doctor has prescribed. Please pray for his health and their reconciliation.
Sharon Daniels is back home and on medication for her dementia. Please pray she will be able to stay home. Continue to pray for John as he cares for her.
Cathy Burris fell again at home. They learned that her new brain shunt can be adjusted for the fluid pressure so changes will be made. She is still confused and in pain with her broken collarbone but is in good spirits.
Curtis Yerby’s cousin-in-law, Tim Lynch, is ill with an infection he acquired after a medical procedure in Idaho. His initial injuries stem from a vehicle crashing into the wall of his workplace and causing damage to the base of his brain and his diaphragm. Please pray that he will receive good care and that his medical team will have wisdom to care for him, as well as praying for his full and complete healing
Nell Head’s brother, Vance, fell and broke his spine. He has had surgery. Pray for his recovery.
Stan Kitchell will move both of his parents to Harbor Chase on May. Pray for Stan and his parents as they make these difficult transitions. His parents have been married 71 years and want to stay together as long as possible.
Terry Mason is scheduled to have his right knee replacement on October 12.
Charlotte Wittner blacked out with a possible seizure. Pray for her treatment.
Sam Wittner has torn a shoulder muscle and may need surgery. Because he struggles to walk using two canes he will have great difficulty getting around, even in a wheelchair. He also has a respiratory infection. He and Charlotte need prayers and encouragement.
Tom Clanton had foot surgery and will have to use a knee scooter. Please pray for a quick recovery and for Gail and she cares for him.
Sherrill Sageser is trying a new medication for his severe back pain. He’s now recovering from a urinary procedure. Also, the cause of his tremors is due to Lewy body dementia, but he couldn’t tolerate the prescribed medication. He sees his neurologist this week. Please pray something can help him as he’s depressed about how all these issues are coming at once.
Pray for Roman Jones, infant son of David and Nadine. Roman was diagnosed with moderate-severe hearing loss and received his new hearing aids last week. Pray for him as he adjusts to all the noises he can now hear.
Sagesers’ grandson, Aaron, has a broken collarbone. Pray for a quick healing before he starts back to college in August.
Monica Janacek suffered a spontaneous coronary artery dissection. She is home. Pray for her continued healing. Also, pray for her and Josh as they grieve the death of their son.
Mary Kitchell’s small brain tumors have disappeared, and her large ones have shrunk. Praise the Lord! She is still not eating well and is very weak from losing so much weight. Pllease keep her and Stan in your prayers.
Lori Wilson is now on hospice care. Lori is having issues with her panic/anxiety attacks and is finally in therapy for them. Please pray for peace of mind for Lori and patience/grace for all involved. Please also pray that the therapy is successful in getting rid of these attacks for good.
Pray for Anna Pope as she looks for a job locally. She is currently in Fayetteville, AR, and she is wanting to move back to the OKC area.The Yerby’s 6-month old great-granddaughter, Quinnlee, had surgery on Friday, June 24. Please be praying for her healing.
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.
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.
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
Roger and Megan Godwin welcomed twin boys on June 17. Cyrus and Cedrick were born prematurely and spent 6 weeks in NICU. Please pray for their family as they adjust to life as a family of 7 and continue to pray for the babies to grow, be healthy and thrive at home.