October 23, 2023
New Prayer Requests
Katie MacDougall was discharged from Mayo on 10/20. The cause of her lung functioning decline is still being determined, but her next steps will be determined at a follow-up on 10/30. Please pray for wisdom regarding treatment and healing for her lungs.
Nadine Jones has undergone two abdominal surgeries in the past two weeks. She is home now, but under doctor’s orders not to bend, twist or lift during her recovery. She is the primary daytime caregiver for her 8 month old twins and 2 year old daughter. Pray for her full healing and that the Lord would continue to be faithful to meet their needs during this time. A care calendar has been set-up by their small group for those who are able to offer assistance while David is at work.
Karen and Jim Davis are in California visiting their son and family. Karen went to the ER there with her infections. Jim is not feeling well either. Please pray for their recovery so that they can enjoy their visit.
Terry Mason is recovering from his knee replacement surgery. He’s been in pain, but his doctor is pleased with the outcome.
Sherrill Sageser will have a trial procedure this Wednesday to see if a pain pump would be helpful for his back pain.
Pray for the people of Israel and the Middle East.
Some specific ways to pray:
Pray for peace in and around Israel
Pray for the protection of innocents in Israel, for the civilian men, women, and children and for the Palestinians in Gaza and West Bank
Pray for those working to spread the Good News in the midst of crisis
Pray for justice to be upheld
Pray for the Christian believers in and around Israel
Pray that Christ would be made known
Ongoing Requests
Emily Harrison requests prayer for a friend named Jrey who has a difficult life and seeks to live differently. Pray for him to know the true love of Christ and find stability in walking through life with Jesus.
Lori Wilson passed away after her long battle with cancer. Please continue to pray for her mother and children, as well as her many friends and family members, as they grieve her passing.
Terry and Susan Leatherwood had lunch with their son, Daniel, and their grandkids. Daniel hugged his Dad and said he would see them on Thanksgiving. Continue to pray as this family is reconciled with one another. Praise the Lord!
LouAnna Dunn’s son passed away while visiting her. He lived in Texas. Please pray for her comfort as she grieves.
Barbara Rogers’ son is doing much better and now living with her. Pray for him as he seeks a job.
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.
Pray for Cory Pruitt as he hunts for a new job. 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), has finally been in touch with their family. PRAISE GOD! Beverly requests that we continue to pray for him to come to know the Lord and for God to grant him wisdom.
Hospitalizations and Illnesses
Belinda Yesslith has a lung disease that is incurable. It is not cancer. Pray for her comfort and relief from coughing. Her son should be home in December from the National Guard.
Mary Kitchell’s latest scan showed her lung cancer is smaller and her lesions are healing. God is a miracle worker. Please pray for healing and comfort for Mary, as well as that she is able to eat more and gain back the weight she has lost in this difficult time.
Danny Zoeller is wearing a heart monitor for two weeks. He will see is back doctor on Wednesday to discuss back surgery in December or January.
Charlotte Wittner will have an EEG in October to search for the reason for her passing out. She is having difficulty walking on her left leg.
Sam Wittner has great pain in his shoulders but continues to try to do chores around the house.
Haley and Jonathan Cordova have moved her mother in their home. She has dementia. Pray for them as they adjust and as they provide care for her.
George Larson has throat cancer. His wife is in a wheelchair, and his daughter had an injury. Please pray for this family.
Lela Eberly’s dental infection has healed. Please pray for her back, as she is in constant pain due to an accident.
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.
Cathy Burris is improving and is now able to help John in the kitchen some.
Sharon Daniels is on medication for her dementia. Please pray she will be able to stay home. Continue to pray for John as he cares for her.
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
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.
Kathy Quillin is still unemployed. She has made applications; gone thru the interview stage; and then, she believes the potential employer determines her age; and she is not offered a position. She has now almost depleted her savings, ran out of unemployment and it is now critical that she find employment. If you know of anyone looking for an employee who is on time; dedicated, honest and willing to do the work, please contact Kathy. Also, please pray that an opening will become available for her to go back to work; either full time or part time. She would like to work full time; however, at this time she is willing to take a part time position.
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!
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, Sherrill Sageser.
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
Praise God for all He is doing in our church and community.