Phoenix- Fire Tragedy - 5 children dead

PHOENIX — Five children, including 4 siblings, were horrifically killed after a northwestern Arizona house fire broke out over the weekend as the father was out Christmas and grocery shopping, officials said.

Investigators said Tuesday they have yet to determine what started the blaze in Bullhead City, Arizona, which began Saturday evening in the downstairs foyer area of the two-story duplex. Flames and smoke traveled up the only staircase inside the home, preventing the victims from escaping.

Five children died as a result. Police said there were no adults home at the time of the blaze.

According to Bullhead City officials, the man reported to investigators responding to the fire that he was gone for about 2.5 hours.

Lake Havasu City and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Fire investigators are investigating the incident. Evidence was collected to help determine the cause of the fire, and the debris analysis will be conducted by ATF chemists and electrical engineers.

The names of the five victims were withheld pending official identification by the Mohave County Medical Examiner’s Office. They included a 4-year-old girl and her three brothers – ages 2, 5, and 13 – and an 11-year-old boy who was a family relative and visiting at the time.

More Info: https://ssnews.page.link/cfGoUw7W5WchAZ3p9

Debbie D. - Dad's Health

Dad’s in ICU. Our Christmas festivities are postponed until January. Please pray for us.

Sarah S. - Steve

For those of you that know Steve World, my dad has been in contact with him and he has asked if we would share the following news. Steve suffered a stroke last Thursday due to complications from diabetes. He was admitted to ICU at Kaiser in Anaheim and has now moved to a regular room. He will be heading to rehab and will be there for the next 7-10 days. He has a long road to recovery ahead. If you would like his contact info to text/call him or send cards to the rehab, please message me and I can get that info to you.

China Earthquake 118 dead

At least 118 people in north-west China have been killed in the country's deadliest earthquake in 13 years.

The 6.2 magnitude quake hit the mountainous Gansu province around midnight Monday (16:00 GMT), also shaking neighbouring Qinghai.

Fatalities may rise with hundreds reported injured in icy conditions.

More info: https://ssnews.page.link/oenUALSXhwJT1xo79

Anonymous

Hey. This is my first time posting on here. I need a prayer. I've been being attacked by Satan for the last 3 months. I'm spiritually, physically, and emotionally exhausted. He has been attacking me saying I'm not good enough for my wife, she will just leave me, I'm not a good enough man for anything, I'm worthless, and so on. I don't sleep well, I don't hardly eat (even my wife has noticed), I cry just driving to work each morning. I am being absolutely ripped apart right now. I just started going to church again (had a hard time finding a good church where I live). I'm going to start a Bible study with some friends of mine, and I still volunteer at church camp as a counselor when I can. Please pray for me

Merry S. - Family / Child PTG

Thank you to all who came out to support Mark and Natasha in the loss of Ozias.  Thank you to the Salvation Army Renton for all they did to make everyone comfortable and well fed.  We are blessed by God’s people in all ways.  Please continue to pray for Mark and Natasha as they continue to heal and move forward in life.

Blessings to you all!

Nancy H. - Need Toys

Would you mind saying a prayer that the Lord would provide enough toys for us to serve the families that have signed up for Christmas here in Great falls?🙏

 I've done what I know to do and tried all I can and have prayed many times. I've heard a number of times now, from our main volunteers who sort, that we don't have enough at this time. It's been making me anxious the whole season and Thursday is the day. I appreciate you all 💜

Susan D. - Family / upcoming Surgery

After a little over two years, we have a surgery date for Pete.  He will be having his reversal surgery on Friday, January 19, 2024 at 7:30 am.  We are trying to prepare as much as possible for this. Praying for a successful surgery with the least recovery time as all financials will be completely on me.   Praying that the surgeon is ready, that Pete is ready and his body is ready to be back to normal.  Thank you everyone that has checked on us during this journey.  I am praying for easier times as I have faced many hard challenges since the beginning of 2021, losing my mom to cancer April 2021, Pete having emergency colostomy surgery November 2021, my dad passing January 2022 and myself having emergency hernia surgery Dec. 1 2023.  I am ready for easier days.   

Thank you all for the love and prayer support.  I am truly blessed to have you all in my life.

Merry S. - Family

"Thank you all for your prayers for Mark and Natasha and the boys, and all of us. It has been a tough week but through it all the love and support of God’s people is abundant. SIDS is devastating to all but we know God is with us! Grieving is a long road and we covet your prayers."

Nancy D. - Granddaughter Addison's Health

Major Dennis E. reported today that their “granddaughter Addison is in the Children’s Hospital in Orange County. She has a large lump on her chest, and they think it’s either twisted veins from an infection or possibly cancer. She is only 20 months old so you can understand the concern of our family. She is such a sweet girl. We are asking for prayers from our Salvation Army family. Thank you and God bless you.”

It is so hard when a little child is ill, and we fervently ask each of you to join with Major Dennis and Captain Adrianna as they pray for this little gift of God in their family.

Danita H. - Prayers

Calling all prayer warriors! Please send prayers up for the family.

Rochelle N. - Housing

I have never been a person who wanted to live off the system at all, and I do not judge anyone who does or will but I could use some prayers that my name comes up on the housing list because it would make a lot of relief for me and my kids! It could make me afford to finish my educational goals to eventually make more $ to support us, and quit frankly help me not have to work around the clock and stress out all the time. All the prayers would be appreciated for this to happen! I have been on the list nearly 3 years without a call….also, I am so grateful to not be homeless and that God has provided all this time!

Ethan B. - Health / Family

two weeks ago some nasty virus hit Z,F,and V , I dodged it ( they were knocked down for a week) , this week was my turn hit hard by influenza A ( haven’t been this sick in years) now unfortunately hitting Z,F, and V as well . Bird flu is for the birds ! Steroids have given me a boost somewhat but hopefully we will all be on the mend soon.

Susana D. - Recovery from Surgery

"I made it! Surgery went well. Haven't talked to the surgeon, but I should be out of the hospital in a couple of days. God is good!! Thank you for your prayers. I love you alll."

Debi B. - Health

"The first day of my last 7 radiation sessions. Please keep praying that I stay well and strong for these. It’s virus season. I am doing well. I get to ring the bell December 8. Then two more weeks of the radiation working in my body with possible side effects. Thanks to everyone who has prayed me through this journey."

Teresa E. - Husbands Health

Update : 12/1

Good news coming here. Chuck is still feeling tired and weak but he's been awake all day minutes the 2 or 3 minutes he dosed off in his chair. His cough is calmer for the most part and he is finally negative for covid. We've been on the phone all day trying to schedule follow up appointments. Chuck goes through the VA for his medical, which has always been a huge pain in the butt to try to get them to cover outside bills BUT sacred heart now bills VA directly and gets authorization for outside services all through the epilepsy clinic. It was alot easier this time.

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Update: 

Chuck should be coming home tomorrow. He will be on high dose keppra and following up with a neurologist that specializes in epilepsy. She really thinks this was caused by covid and once the infection clears, he could be fine. Neurologist will probably be about a month out. She said it doesn't happen alot but she's seen it happen with covid, even with people who are vaccinated. We will find out what the neurologist says and they will probably have him taper down on the keppra and do repeat EEG's after each time they taper down.

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Update: I just called to check in at the ER and they confirmed he is now getting IV fluid and drinking water. 🙌

I got a chance to check in with the neurologist while I was with Chuck. His exam was better and he was more coherent. He didn't remember what year it was. He thought it was 1990 something but the neurologist said its perfectly normal for someone new to seizure medication and to seizures to be confused and sleepy. He was able to talk to me most the time I was there. His tests are coming back normal, all except for covid, which was negative at home on Thursday but positive in the hospital today. His kidney, liver, heart and lung functions are fine. His spinal tap was fine. He has no meningitis but they are waiting for cultures, which she suspects will come out normal. He also has not been getting fluids at all, so I made them bring him water and requested they do IV fluids. We are all very scared. The good news is that the kids and I are testing negative for covid. The bad news is, since he won't be able to drive until he is 6 months without a seizure, he can't work at his current job. They told him to come back when he was better and seizure free and he would have a job. Please continue to pray for chuck's health and for us financially. I appreciate everyone's prayers and love.

Jonathan M. - Healing

Can I please be honest… guys I’m/we are getting tired. We are back up at Barnes Hospital and they admitted me once again! Been here going on two days 🤦‍♂️ I/we are so ready to live a normal life once again. Never in all my life would I have dreamed at 39 I’d be in the hospital with liver failure smh 🤦‍♂️… But here we are going through this very nightmare that I’ve watched others endure from the opposite end and giving them the best advice I knew how… also with the skepticism thoughts in my mind as to why they had cirrhosis…. Etc

Anyway we continue to feel your prayers… please pray that we can get a handle on the hepatic encephalopathy… 

Also pray for my Best Friend Missy McClure who stays by my side just as long as they’ll let her.

God knew I needed a best friend like her!

Pray for Connor Ross and Zayne too…

Connor and my mother-in-law Jo Jo James Prichard if it wasn’t for your guys help we’d be in big trouble.

Thank you!

Hans Schmidt's Healing

https://youtu.be/r-CEpckFJRQ?si=HgajBgZBi8zVPe7A

He was shot in the head while preaching at a street corner in Arizona. Pray for his healing and for his family! 

Debbie H. - eye procedure

"..friends please pray for me tomorrow at 11:00 am I'm having cataract surgery on my left eye. 🙏"

Ronnie D. - Health

Looking for my prayer warrior friends. A couple of weeks ago my back started to hurt. Now it has moved to my right thigh. I have not been able to sleep at night, my leg is cramping up really badly and its been a real struggle to walk. In fact I have fallen several times. Please keep me in your prayers as I deal with this. Blessings to one and all

Betty S. - Family Vehicle Accident

IM ASKING ALL MY PRAYER WARRIORS TO PLEASE PRAY FOR MY TWO GODSONS. TIM AND CORY THEY WERE IN A ONE CAR ROLLOVER DOWN AN EMBANKMENT TONIGHT. THEY ARE IN THE ER AT A HOSPITAL BUT NOT SURE WHAT IS WRONG WITH THEM. BUT THEIR MOTHER IS ON HER WAY AS WELL

THANK YOU ALL.

Rachel J. - Health

"Could use prayers today. Pain levels are high due to the weather and mood levels are low. Thank you in advance."

Julie S. - Family Health

I have such a love hate relationship with prednisone. Duncan set an alarm to cath Drew (reality when he has a UTI) and I have now been awake for an hour and a half. The upside is my breathing is way better, so there is that…. Anyway…  spending my awake time praying for people… so if you need prayers in the middle of my California night let me know. God does bring people to mind. 😊 On that note back to sleep. 🤞

Debora D. - Health

Prayers needed For my health..

Thank you 🙏

Raymond E.K. - Leg Surgery

Prayer Request — Soon I will be having Varicose Vein produces for my left leg.  It’s an outpatient medical process and 1 of 3 in the next couple of weeks.  Thanks for the prayers.

Joanna W. - Unspoken

Hi everyone! For those who pray, can you please pray for me? I have an unspoken prayer request and would really appreciate your prayers.  Thank you!

Pray for your Pastors/Christian Mentors

Taken from a social media Post. 

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Being a pastor is classified in the four most difficult professions.

This because a pastor should be:

•Preacher

•Example

.Parent

•Spouse

•Advisor

•Speaker

•Planner

•Minister

•Visionary

•Director

•Mentor

•Friend

•Daycare

•Reconciliation maker

•Marriage counselor

•Youth Counselor

• Leader trainer

•Teacher of the Bible

• Intercessor ,etc.

• Church Bearer

• Taxi driver 

• Cleaning staff

• Leader of Praise and worship

• A/V operators

• Landscapers 

• Handyman/ or women 

• The 1st to arrive and the last to leave

Every Pastor constantly faces criticism like:

● I don't like the sermon

• is that because it’s to close to home?

● The service is very long

• It is cutting into my worldly plans!

● Prayers are long

• I asked for my prayer not the rest!

● Pastor's children are not an example.

• you should be perfect, so shall they!

One of the most difficult things in a pastor's life is knowing that the people they love betray them constantly.

Pastor is often the loneliest person in the congregation.

You can see a pastor being surrounded by people, but very rarely people who are interested in their problems,needs or even in their lives. And let's not say the demands congregations put on Pastors' children.

For this I would like to give you some advice: If you have a pastor or have as friends children of Pastors take care of them, protect them, pray for them always,

connect to their vision, support them, support them, but most of all, love them.

📖 Jeremiah 3:15 says:

“And I will give you shepherds according to mine heart, which shall bear you with knowledge and understanding. ”

So take care of them because "they watch over your souls as those who should pay attention"

Hebrews 13: 17

Let's honor the lives of all those men and women of God who have sacrificed so much including some of their family's needs to attend God's call.

Value the time a pastor dedicates to you, you don't know how much their own family would value that time.

Pray for us, extend grace, talk to us and not about us, love as we love, we are also saved by Grace, the same that you are! God’s grace, love and a relationship are what we all need in a world as todays!

Gabriel - Tough time

I am dealing through a tough time right now. Prayers are needed! Thanks!

Debbie B. - Health

This was a big week in my battle with cancer. On Thursday I saw the surgeon PA and she decided to remove the drain even though the fluid levels were slightly higher than she wanted. (I was 4 1/2 weeks with it.) I am to keep the armpit padded for 5 days to keep it from swelling. Will have a follow up on Wednesday.

Then I met with the radiation doctor and team.

Today I got to shower for the first time since the last surgery. What a wonderful feeling to be clean.

I am in the preventative maintenance phase of this battle.

Thanks for your prayers and support. Get those check ups and mammograms .

Angie H. - Unspoken

Unspoken prayer request for someone close to me.  God knows the details, thank you!

Rose M. - PTL for Improved Health

Jim just got back from his cardiologist to get the results of his  echocardiogram ! The cardiologist was very pleased his heart ejection fraction has greatly improved! The doctor said he’s in the right path with his diet, exercise and meds!  He would like to get his numbers even higher, but everything looks so much better!  Thank each one of you will your prayers!  We believe his next echo will be even better at his echo next year!  We give all glory to Him who is more than able to do what we even imagine!!!! Our love and thanks to each of you!!!!!

Marianne V. - Health

Tomorrow is a big day for my health. I’m going to do my second year check up cancer test. I’m little bit nervous, but I’m trusting God no matter the result. So far He is been faithful and He is showing me his love through my staff, they knew I was feeling nervous this couple days,and all my staff ( we are missing some on the picture) wrote in big card words of encouragement and love!  I mean…….🥹💕 I’m so grateful that God put me here in Bryan College Station, I can feel every day the love and the care from our staff and not only for me but for my entire family!                                                        The only thing that is in my heart and mind right now is: “I’m in HIS hand whatever the future holds, I’m in HIS hand “

Regina S. - Daughters health

Fred A. - Unspoken

Can't say much and it isn't any ONE THING, but please pray for me. My soul hurts right now.

Rose M. - Husband Jim's Health

Please pray for Jim’s Echo test today! Most of you know he had the widow maker over 15 years ago!  By God’s Grace and an amazing cardiologist  Dr Susan Jensen he survived with only a stent! Over the years he has done well with a few more stents!  His last echocardiogram  showed muscle decline so he was put on Entresto  and a strick plant based cardio program!  He has his test today to see if there’s been improvement !  He exercises and eats faithfully the plant based diet!  We believe with God’s special touch he will get a good report!  We are leaving for London in a few days to see our new granddaughter  Sofia rose!  Thanks in advance for joining me in prayer and to the God who is so faithful and is our healer!!!

Mike J. - Health

This newest hernia is causing excruciating pain tonight. Prayers appreciated!!

Liway Health

Please lift Liway and her health up in your prayers. 

Kari S. - Health

Saw the surgeon yesterday. Surgery was a success, with Eric on the mend. We are praising Jesus! 

Pain has lessened significantly. We are most pleased with the results. 

Thank you one and all for your prayers and support. Most appreciated. 

Pray for Afghanistan - Earthquake

Another strong earthquake shook Afghanistan Wednesday morning just days after two major earthquakes in the area killed thousands of people and flattened buildings.

The 6.3 magnitude earthquake occurred in the northwest region of the country, 17 miles outside of Herat, and was nine miles deep, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

Herat's regional hospital received 117 people with injuries from the earthquake, Doctors Without Borders 

It flattened all 700 homes in the Chahak village, which was untouched by the previous earthquakes, The Associated Press reported. People in the village have taken shelter in tents and are scared of potential aftershocks.

"So far, over 90% of those reported killed by the earthquake are women and children. And just this morning, another 6.3-magnitude quake shook the western provinces,” UNICEF Afghanistan posted.

The earthquake on Saturday, 25 miles northwest of Herat City, was one of the deadliest earthquakes to strike the country, the AP reported. A Taliban government spokesperson said Sunday that 2,000 people died and many more sustained injuries.

The quake was followed by three aftershocks with magnitudes of 6.3, 5.9 and 5.5. People attempted to dig out the dead and possible survivors from beneath collapsed buildings on Sunday with their hands.

Earthquakes are common in Afghanistan, where there are a number of fault lines and frequent movement along tectonic plates. The area is still reeling from a 6.5 magnitude earthquake that hit it in March, along with nearby Pakistan, and another in June that killed 1,000 people.

Pakistan has offered assistance to the area but supplies have yet to be shipped out, the AP reported.

Source: The Hill 

Johnathan M. - Health

Well I’ve been debating this. But wanted to be raw with everyone. 

First of all I finally made it out of hospital today. 

They don’t have a liver doctor and said they done all they can do.

They did the drain as I mentioned… but they found Bacteria in the fluid which caused me to be on the brink of being septic.

I felt like I was poisoned… on top of all the other stuff I was going through I felt and still kinda feel just blah. 

So it was such a blessing and such a relief once the drain happened… but I still am fighting the bacteria In my body as we speak.

I didn’t want to offend anyone but that is why I kinda distanced myself and wouldn’t allow visitors… I was very I’ll and had a hard time even smiling. 

I still am as well.

But if I’ve offended anyone please don’t be. I love you guys .

With that said… 

Everyone knows I’ve been on a weight loss journey. 

I started in April and weighed in at 333lbs.

Two weeks ago I was at 262lbs and as of today I’m 233. Lost 29 lbs in two weeks 😬 

I couldn’t eat drink or hardly had energy… it’s been a rough ride.

Good news is I lost allot of weight quickly.

Bad news is… it malnourished me 😂😂😂

Also they found more blood clots in my spleen and changed my status to Decompensated liver failure.

“I Already know what some of you all are thinking… trust me… I’m just being raw here and sharing what has been told to us by doctors … God Trumps Doctors…

I’m still rough guys but I’ve kept the faith and my inner man is ready to get back after it!

But this will be a slow journey back to health.

Cool part is my amazing Christian Doctor at Mercy himself said… get plugged into Barnes and Washington University ASAP 

So… that’s our goal.

To keep moving forward… keep the faith and to fight to get the health care and insurance I need to get back on track!

Please hear me… I believe in healing… and if you don’t think I want to be healed your smoking the good stuff… 😳 but at this moment we are doing everything we can spiritually and physically. 

I have peace and I do believe I will be healed.

I also believe he’s using me as a missionary to speak to doctors nurses etc in multiple different cities throughout MIssouri.

I don’t have the answers… and neither did Job or his friends.

Please keep praying… please keep fanning our flames and reminding us of the promises of God.

I love you all more than you’ll ever know.

Job 1:21 And he said: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, And naked shall I return there. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; Blessed be the name of the Lord.”

Barbara M. - Pray for Israel

I am asking Christians worldwide to pray for Israel.

Sid - Concern for Friend

Please all my praying friends, I have a good friend back in the U.S. who attempted to take his life. He is going through serious emotional issues. I need you to pour out your prayers for him. Thank you!

Steffany's Daughter Update

Thank you for all your prayers and for all your love, my friends. Rain is ok. Hopefully we are closer to a diagnosis so she can manage this.

Darlene's Niece Jenn Update

Update: 

Jenn is almost off the IV drip and her doctor is encouraged at her levels so far today.  

Her cancer is Stage 3, which means it was centrally located with no lateral lymph node cancer.  Likely no metastasis.  

Her next step is to receive radioactive iodine to determine metastasis yes or no. That will be in about 6 weeks, as her body needs to heal. 

Due to her age and what they found in surgery,  she is expected to live a normal life.

Darlene R. - Niece Jenn's Health

Heavenly Father, It is so hard to watch Jenn suffer. It doesn’t seem fair for her to have to endure so much pain. Even though I am powerless, I believe that you are powerful and capable of stepping into this situation and completely altering the outcome. In faith, I am responding to the promises in your word that you listen to our prayers and those prayers can make her well. So, I am bringing my niece before you to ask for your healing touch in her life. Thank you for the forgiveness of sin and the promise of eternal healing, but I am asking you to provide healing for her on this side of heaven. Amen.

Roof collapse - 11 dead

A church roof collapsed in northeast Mexico, leaving eight adults and three children dead, officials said. The deceased were all members of the same family who were attending a 1-year-old’s baptism.

Some 300 people had been in the sanctuary for Mass at a Santa Cruz church in Ciudad Madero on Sunday, moments before the roof collapsed, leaving 100 people injured and dozens trapped. By Monday evening, authorities had cleared the site and revealed the number of deceased, saying no other victims were found.

Monica Segura, who was standing near the church when its roof fell Sunday, said the collapse "happened in a matter of seconds" when a "beam fell and immediately the roof fell."

"I was trapped," Segura said. "I had my other (2-year-old) baby in my arms. Someone helped me get the baby out and I was able to get out a window and then we returned to look for my other girl. She was trapped in the rubble." She said her 1-year-old nephew suffered a broken arm.

Source: Foxnews

Steffan L. - Daughters Health

An urgent call to prayer, please. For Rain. She has been rushed to the ER again. And is in excruciating pain. Up until now they have not been able to find the source of her illness. Please pray they do and treat her. This is life threatening. High fever, heart palpitations, nausea, vomiting, high blood pressure. So please pray.  Thank you friends.

Jim G. - Wife Rachel's Update

Good news from Rachel's ocular oncologist; her tumor (after radiation therapy has shrunk from 6 mm to 5.09 mm. We are grateful for the medical technology which can make this happen. She has another appointment in a couple of months to continue to check on progress. Tomorrow she has a full body scan again (every 4 months) to be sure the cancer has remained stagnant. Prayers continue to be appreciated, and we know that we have a God who both wept with Mary and Martha, and also restores the blind, and loves us despite our difficult nature's. We thank you all for continued prayers.

Dean P. - Amdam family

San Francisco Drug Crisis

Jan 1 to Aug 31, there were 563 overdose fatalities in the Golden City. This puts the city on track to hit 845 OD fatalities in 2023. 

- This is 3 people per day. 

-Compared to 725 in 2020. 

-Since 2000, drug OD involving fentanyl has killed 2000 residents. 

- Source: San Francisco Chronicle 

Territorial: October Prayers Focus

Prayer Focus – 02- 08 October 2023

India South Western Territory

Territorial Leaders:  Colonels John William and Ratna Sundari Polimetla

Prayer requests:

Points to praise God

 The Territory has new leadership since May 2023 – Colonel John William and Colonel Ratna Sundari Polimetla

 IFAS training in different levels, conducted by IHQ and implemented in the Territory.

 Conference of Senior Leaders held 04 & 05 July 2023, enabled new leadership to understand better of the territory.

 Territorial Leaders undertook forty days of journey, visiting officers, soldiers and people in 310 corps, planting coconut saplings, wherever possible.

Territorial concerns for prayer

 Movement of Officers, including Section Heads and senior leaders, to settle down to focus on goals and objectives already in place.

 Self-Denial efforts have begun that funds would come as prayed and planned throughout the territory.

 Better functioning of Governance system, by adhering to the regulations of committees and Councils, approved by THQ.

 The training session for “Defenders of Justice” is progressing now on online mode and second year cadets visit college only for a week for special classes and examinations.

 There will be no training session next year, due to no candidates prepared for training and territory tries hard to have candidates for 2025 session.

 The health issues of both active and retired officers, that they continue to live healthy and serve as much as they can.

 Caste system is alive still, though we try various ways to mitigate and eliminate. This brings a huge negative impact for administration in all levels of our ministry.

 Projects have not been completed, due to issues related to obtaining Government permission for constructions.

 Training for Corps Helpers who need Salvation Army discipline in worship, uniform wearing, sacramental teaching, orders and regulations.

 To utilize the assets of the Army and to reduce risks that we maintain the reputation of the Army. 

 More evangelical campaigns to strengthen the corps and to plant more Corps for which Evangelist and Corps Growth officer is appointed.

 Financial Training to happen shortly to teach corps officers and institutional officer how to handle cash books and adhere to Government compliances with FCRA regulation.

Prayer Focus – 09 – 15 October 2023

New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga and Samoa Territory

Territorial Leaders:  Commissioners Mark and Julie Campbell

Prayer requests:

 We thank God

 For the 130 Children and Youth workers from around the Territory who met for the MORE Conference in July. We believe that this will have a great impact on our ministry to NextGen in the coming years.

 For our Praying Together initiative which has seen hundreds of people from all over the four nations join online for prayer.

 For the stories of lives transformed and people coming to faith in Christ Jesus that we hear about each week

We ask God

 To do more than we could ever dream or imagine as we partner with him in our three areas of focus:

o Increasing our Mission impact

o Being a great place for People to belong, work, worship and serve

o Long-term Sustainability

 To take us deeper in our journey with him. For spiritual growth, deeper discipleship, people committing themselves to soldiership and officership.

New Zealand

Praise

 For the life-giving and life-changing events held in New Zealand over the last few months. This has included Delve – a weekend for soldiers to explore their calling into leadership and officership, Brengle Holiness Institute and a combined Officer’s Fellowship for New Zealand Officers.

Prayer

 That as we step into a season of structural and process changes that there will be an increased focus and effectiveness in our Mission.

 For our people as we journey through change together, including officers under appointment changes.

Fiji

Praise

 For the amazing initiative of the 50th Anniversary Flag Tour and the Community Projects that are happening. Just like the lead up to the Olympic Games there is a torch that is passed around the country, Fiji are taking the Army flag from corps to corps leading up to their 50th Anniversary Celebrations. As part of this each corps has worked on a project to benefit their community (See Facebook – Salvation Army Fiji 50th Anniversary for pictures and information)

 Recently close to 750 children met across Fiji to learn about God through Camp in a Box. Children joined together at their local corps and participated in games and teaching provided by the Divisional Children’s team.

Prayer

 Plans and preparation for the General’s visit in December to celebrate 50 years of The Salvation Army in Fiji. This will be attended by officers and some soldiers from Tonga and Samoa also.

 That the focus provided by the 50th Celebrations will bring a fervour and excitement for reimagined mission in Fiji that will see more people come to Christ.

Tonga 

Praise

 For lives changed from the 10 day “Man Up” Camp being held in Vava’u in August. The men had to travel 24 hours by boat to get to Vava’u and 24 hours back again but were still able to enjoy rich fellowship and deep spiritual teaching about what it means to be a godly man of faith in todays world.

Prayer

 That the regional theme of “Reset”, and the Corps Action Plans will see greater mission impact throughout Tonga.

 For ongoing funding for the Alcohol and Drug Services which is so vital to the Region

Samoa

Praise

 For the opening of the new facilities in Apia and the positive impact that has had on the congregation and the local community.

 For the group of up to 40 children and adults who meet weekly to faithfully pray for their corps and their nation.

Prayer

 For wisdom in developing the new land and facilities for greatest mission impact

 For ongoing funding for the Alcohol and Drug Services which is so vital to the Region

Prayer Focus – 16 – 22 October 2023

Kenya West Territory

Territorial Leaders:  Commissioners Joash and Florence Malabi (pro-tem)

Prayer requests:

 Following the political unrest that we are experiencing in the country and following many deaths and injuries being inflicted on people by police due to demonstrations going on, kindly pray for:

- The stability of the country during this political unrest.

- Peace to prevail in all 47 counties across the country and that the demonstrations going on shall stop by God’s grace. 

- The families that lost their loved ones during the demonstrations and those that are in hospital beds to get quick recovery.

 Seven months after the promotion to Glory of our Territorial Commander, Commissioner Margaret Siamoya, pray that:

- The Territory shall remain united and forge on for the glory of God.

- God will inspire international leadership to appoint suitable territorial leaders

- the Territorial programmes in the remaining months of this year will be a success.

Prayer Focus – 23-29 October 2023

South America West Territory

Territorial Leaders:  Colonels Alex and Luz Nesterenko

Prayer requests:

Please join us in prayer for the following topics:

 For the challenge to be creative, go to the people and serve passionately.

 For growth, evangelism and expansion.  That new families are won to Christ and that the appointments open up new work.

 For the renewal of the social work according to the current needs in comprehensive programmes.

 That all officers may reach 85% of their salary by 2024. 

 For the Territory's self-support plan through financial independence projects.

 For development and spiritual growth of local leaders and training for mission and vocational awakening whether for full time or local service.

Officers Councils

Please pray for our Officers Councils which starts today and end on Thursday. May God speak through the speakers and may we glean new tools and insights. May God be in all aspects of our time there. To God be the Glory! 

GS Inmates Prayer Requests

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Inmate Prayer Request – Sept 2023

Please keep these individuals in your prayers.

Andres – That I can return back to work for Puente Hills Subaru as a master automobile technician.  

Kathryn- Get my life on the right track.

Sergio- Prayer for my beautiful girlfriend Samantha who is in rehab program. That our dear Father & Lord Jesus lighten our path and future for a better life with God.

Mario- Prayer for a program.

Keyonna- I’m praying for peace and strength to be able to over come anything with the power of Christ.

Marcus- Pray that when I’m released that I’m ok.

Kari R. - Husbands - Surgery/Health

July 2nd. We knew something was off. Three months in. Several specialists. Two epidurals. Multiple nerve meds. Minimal relief.

Exhausted. Eric insists on preaching. His studies and teaching keeps him grounded, while remaining connected.

Taking care of a loved one is taxing. There’s an undercurrent of low grade anxiety. The helplessness leads to hopelessness. Not every day. Just the harder ones.

Surgery tomorrow morning. Depleted, I turn to God. And The Father reminds me of how He has taken care of everything. He has brought in practical support. Friends to prayerfully uplift. Christ’s PEACE to carry us through. Truly grateful.

Champions of the Mission

Kalani O. - Baby's Health

Just arrived at Hospital, met wonderful doctors and nurses. Now waiting for Baby procedure. Rushing through my head is... "Oh God, my God I need you, Oh God, my God I need you now. How I need you now"... No matter what the outcome of the day holds for our family, We will remain faithful because you are the Same God and may you forever be glorified!

Please keep our Ohana in prayer. Aloha.

Margaret G. - Grandson Healing

I am asking for prayer. My grandson, Michael is in intensive care and critical condition in Wichita, Kansas, due to a Propane explosion. He is in a medical induced coma due to severe burns. Please add him to your prayer list. I will keep you posted as I find out more.

Randy S. - Pastor Terry's Health

Please pray for Pastor Terry he is in the ER with chest pain. Lord, please work one more miracle tonight and bless our friend and take this pain away from him. Lord, by your shed blood we are healed according to your word. So we apply the blood of Jesus over Terry from the top of his head to the soles of his feet that no weapons formed against him will prosper. Lord, we thank you for hearing our prayers in Jesus name amen. 🙏🏽♥️

Jim G. - Wifes Eye (cancer)

"Seeking prayer for my wife Rachel. She is at her melanoma oncologist to check if the cancer has spread. This is once every 4 months, as ocular melanoma, even if it is treated through radiation, has the potential of spreading."

Matt. G. - Personal

"Please pray for me! 

I am going through a difficult time and am very concerned about the future!"

Pray for Libya - 2K dead and Thousands missing

Thousands are feared to have died in floods that engulfed Libya’s east after Storm Daniel smashed into the North African country, swallowing whole neighborhoods and, with them, an unknown number of residents.

The city of Derna has been most acutely affected, after raging torrents of water tore through two dams and swept entire buildings into the sea. Othman Abdul Jalil, health minister and spokesman of the U.N.-recognized government in western Libya, told local television channel al-Masar that the situation continues to deteriorate in the eastern city, and at least 2,000 people have been found dead.

“I expect numbers of dead will rise to 10,000,” he told the channel early on Tuesday. The final death toll remains unknown, as many parts of the city remain inaccessible, he said. Derna is estimated to have had around 90,000 residents.

Pray for Morocco - More than 2400 people died from earthquake

 A devastating earthquake has left more than 2,400 dead and thousands injured in Morocco, prompting international aid efforts and a response from Christian groups Convoy of Hope and Operation Rescue, among others.

The epicenter of the 6.8-magnitude quake was in the High Atlas mountains, about 45 miles southwest of Marrakech, making it the strongest earthquake to hit Morocco in 120 years, according to media reports.

Many fatalities are in hard-to-reach areas south of Marrakech, Sky News reported, adding that there are fears one such town could record 2,000 deaths alone. As of early Monday, the official toll stood at 2,497 confirmed dead and at least 2,059 people injured, including 1,404 seriously hurt.

Convoy of Hope is mobilizing to provide essential resources to the affected areas, according to its press release, which says the organization aims to deliver food, water, hygiene supplies, shelter, blankets, and generators to survivors.

- taken from www.christianpost.com

Rosie S. - Unspoken

"Prayer warriors needed! Unspoken prayers for loved ones. Thank you"

Lahaina Strong

Lets continue to pray for the people of Lahaina. https://hawaii.salvationarmy.org/hawaii_2/news/salvation-army-confirms-loss-of-lahaina-lighthouse-corps-on-maui---feeding-7200-daily?fbclid=IwAR1KvBD0QOlINo6nwKZAxBeXH323Q9HgTeG_-q8hyOzPluq-A7sTFgHCrI8

Ruth H. - Surgery/Health

Bob Louangamath Promoted to Glory Kroc Tribute

It is with great sadness that we share with you the recent passing of Major Bob Louangamath, the Administrator and Corps Officer/Pastor at The Kroc Center.

Major Bob and his wife, Major Joanne, came to serve at The Kroc Center in July of 2021. In that short time, the Majors became beloved by members and staff alike for their grace, sensitivity, and kindness toward all they met.  

Major Bob was a warm-hearted, funny soul, and all of us at The Kroc Center are mourning his passing. He was a man of God, a loving husband and father of two girls, a leader and helper in his community, and a friend to everyone he met. He could make anyone feel appreciated, and loved getting to know people. His energy rarely ran out, and when he wasn’t problem-solving and socializing in The Kroc Center, he put the same excitement into hobbies like woodworking, gardening, cooking and electronics.

 

One of his favorite stories to share was how, when he was a child immigrating to the United States, his family received a food box, and he was given a jacket by The Salvation Army. He never forgot this kindness and went on to serve as an officer in The Salvation Army for 28 years, providing hope and faith to communities in California and Oregon including Stockton, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, Los Angeles, Santa Maria, Happy Valley, Rancho Palos Verdes, and in Suisun City serving Solano County.  

 

Major Bob received his ultimate healing, surrounded by family and friends, sharing scripture, and singing praise; a final promotion to glory.  

 

Major Joanne and the girls are so thankful for their Army family, and the prayers, texts, and love during Major Bob’s brief illness. They will continue to need our prayers and support in the days and months ahead.   

 

John 11:25-26

Jesus told her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even after dying. Everyone who lives in me and believes in me will never ever die.”

Lahaina Maui - Families

Please continue to pray for those who have lose loved ones in the Maui fire. To date, there are 99 people who have died in the fire and those who are still missing. Pray for their family and friends during this time. Pray for the first responders and for the Salvation Army as well as other brothers and sisters in Christ who are ministering to the people. May God's healing hands be upon all! 

Rachel J. - upcoming surgery

Having surgery tomorrow @12:30 PM. Would you please keep me in prayer. Thank you in advance.

Rachel G. - Eye Healing

It has now been 6 months that I was diagnosed with OM. I have had a busy 6 months, with PET scans 2 surgeries, 24/7 radiation for a week, blood tests, full body exam for skin cancer.  And a Photo Dynamic Therapy.

During this month God has been present. It has not been easy, but so many people have kept me in prayer and has been present in my life to help.

I don't know the future, this Friday, I need an ultrasound on my liver. At the end of the month my tumor will be measured again. In the middle of September, another MRI and chest xray servalance. I was overwhelmed medically on Friday but God continues to comfort me through people. 

My eye, at times, has very limited vision, like today. At times it does better. It continues to open more. the flashes are worse since my last procedure, I believe thatvis good. I think that as the tumor shrinks fluid leaks out and affects the cones and rods in my eye. This then creates the flashes when light lands on them. I also seem ti be more tired. Saturday. I just rested and then I feel lazy. Pray that I can just be still. I have to keep reminding myself that my body continues to fight the cancer in my eye.

God is still God, and he continues to give me strength.

Henry O. - father in law PTG

Please pray for Henry's wife - Anna and her family, during this time of grieve. Her father passed away. May God's peace be with everyone. 

Chris G. - foot healing

Desiree's- brothers wife family

Please say a prayer for my brothers wife's dad he passed away by a hit in run last night. 

Shari S. - Joseph

Can y'all please say a prayer for joseph he went to the emergency room last night they released him. He's home resting, but please please please pray for him to feel better.

Dianne M. - Daughter's Mouth Surgery

Prayers appreciated for Maddie as she undergoes oral surgery! Thank you!

Desiree's - Friends Dad Surgery

Good morning church family.. can I ask for prayers for my friend saba who's dad is really sick right now in the hospital, and doctors are testing him for possible liver cancer 🙏

Ann S. - Mom PTG

Sometimes the Lord takes us on long journeys we didn't expect.  Four years ago I came Stateside to bury my mother who was not suppose to live through the weekend. She recovered. Thus began my caregiver journey.  She has almost passed and come back multiple times in that time span and we dubbed her the "Come-Back Queen". Yesterday she quietly and peacefully slipped into heaven where she has longed desperately to be.  So grateful the Lord gave me this time with her.  And if you ever wonder if the Lord's promise to give "back the years the locusts ate up" will be kept.  I can answer resoundingly, YES He does -  far, more abundantly, beyond all you can ask or think!  Thank you  to all that have prayed and encouraged my mom, my sister, Steve and myself along this journey. Tom, my brother, has also been a constant encourager though not able to be with us in person. We rejoice for Mom, will miss her so very, much and now turn our heads to see what the next leg of this amazing walk with the Father has in store for us.  Love and thanks to each of you!

Joanne & Joy: Bob L. Health

Angel M. - Health

Having a date with me, myself, and MRI. (And McDonald’s ice cream.) Pray with me that I can finally get some answers (and even better, a solution) to my back pain!

Evadne W. - Son's Surgery Recovery

With Nicholas’s permission I am sharing the following post.

As many of you are aware on Friday July 21st, Nicholas had major back surgery that lasted nearly 9 1/2 hours. We have been overwhelmed with the prayer support and messages that have been sent to us.

Many of you have asked why the surgery.

So here is the story

For many years Nicholas has suffered from quite debilitating back pain and has not had a lot of answers as to why, but has tried many different avenues to try and relieve the pain. 

Earlier on this year he was diagnosed with “Scheuemann Kyphosis”, and his case was quite severe and the only way that Nicholas would find relief from constant pain was the most extreme and final option, Surgery.

The following is what he had done.

L2-3 XLIF (Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion) and T2-L3 PSF (Posterior Lateral Spinal Fusion)

The picture shows the area that was fused with 2 rods. Nicholas has quite a recovery ahead of him so keep the prayers coming.

Jean B. - Migraine

Terrible Migraine today. I would appreciate prayers for it to stop. 

Thank you!

Brynne B. - Team Member Injury

"Hey family we are asking for prayers for one of our members name Sam he had a concussion. One of the staff members fell off the rock wall and only broke a bone!"

Raelynne C. - Nehemiah's Health

Asking everyone to pray for Nehemiah I have been informed that he has been diagnosed with cancer

Betty S. Frank's Update

Update on Frank

He is still in the hospital with no discharge date. He is doing a little better but still not out of the woods yet. Thank you please continue to pray for us. And please know that I am very thankful for all of your thoughts and prayers and phone calls.

Betty S. - Frank's health

I'm asking for prayer for frank he is going to the hospital for a sist on his butt he has no appetite very weak very unstable. I'm here at home with a friend not sure what's going to happen to me with being depended on him

Chris G. - Health

It is hard to deal with the symptoms again. Insomnia, weight gain and weight loss, self-doubt, depression, proper appetite. Three years ago I had my kidney and pancreas transplant, and I experienced all of these symptoms before. I will be seeing the doctor soon to discuss options and review my blood test results and ask for your continued prayer.

Auntie Donna Health

We lift up Auntie Donna from Hilo in prayer. May God's healing hands continue to be upon her during this time. May the Holy Spirit give her peace and comfort and may His presence surrounds her. We lift up Dio and their family. May God strengthen this Ohana!

Auntie Donna Healt

We lift up Auntie Donna from Hilo in prayer. May God's healing hands continue to be upon her during this time. May the Holy Spirit give her peace and comfort and may His presence surrounds her. We lift up Dio and their family. May God strengthen this Ohana! 

Joy G. - Cadets Summer Assignment

This past year, I had the wonderful privilege of journeying with this discipleship group as these ladies conquered their first year of training. They had their last class yesterday and have been celebrating all morning!  Join me in lifting them up in prayer as they prepare for their summer assignments!  They may be coming to a corps near you:

Cadet Sheryl - Juneau, AK

Cadet Maria - Santa Clara Citadel, CA

Cadet Emily - El Cajon, CA

Cadet Jennifer - Lodi, CA

Cadet Stacie - Spokane, WA

Cadet Jordan - Sacramento Citadel, CA

Go in the strength of the Lord!

#cfotlife #almost2ndyears #DOJ #MoreThanConquerors #discipleship #joyinthejourney #summerassignment

Betty S. - Nephews Health

I'm asking all my prayer warriors to please pray for my nephew Ken. He was taken by ambulance to the hospital on Thursday with a-fib and also in congested heart failure with his numbers upside down. He is now in the ICU and they are still trying to get his blood pressure to beat the right way. So later today the are doing a cardiovertion. And then if that's not enough he also has MERSA.  So as you can see we need prayers for him please and Thank you.

Shari S. - Karen's Health

Can everyone please pray for Karen she went to the emergency room and she has pneumonia. She's home now resting. Please keep her in your prayers. She's been to the emergency room twice. Love all of you.

Lila P. - Husbands Healing and Recovery

Sid - Brother in Law health

To all my prayer warriors, my brother-in-law is very ill and needs to be saturated with your prayers!  Please take time to intercede on his behalf that God may be merciful and help him recover.  He is suffering from multiple illnesses. Thank You! 😣

Rochelle N. - Guidance

I need prayers for direction for my life! And clarity! But also, strength to make it past this season in my life! Ty 🙌🥰

Melissa S. - Healing

Please 🙏🏾 pray 🙏🏾 for my knees to heal up this week ….so I can go on my trip to Kenya 🇰🇪 💕💕💕💕💕 I’m going to get x-rays today!

Ruth H. - Recovery and Healing

Please keep me in your prayers … as some of you know February  19th I was in a very bad car accident… a guy hit me as he ran a full red light going pretty fast. Both my car and his were totaled …all my airbags deployed cracking my sternum,  causing a hematoma in my chest and damage to all the reconstruction I had do to after my Breast cancer double mastectomy . So today I have my first surgery to start to repair all the damage caused by the accident. 😳😳😳

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.  Jeremiah 29:11

Jacob B. - Grandma PTG

… many times in life words are just not enough.  Today is one of those days, last night I received word that my grandma went to Heaven. I can say that anyone that knew her was family to her. This world has been blessed by her presence.  She will always live on in the love, joy, peace, grace, and forgiveness she shared with all who came into contact with her.

Darren N. - Shannon's mom PTG

Dear friends,

 

I write sadly to let you know that Lt. Shannon B. mother, Kathy Redden, passed away peacefully last night (May 3^rd) at 10:40pm in Hanford, Ca.  Lt Shannon and other family members were with her at the time.  We rejoice in Kathy’s Promotion to Glory and pray God’s peace and comfort over the family.

 

Please remember Lt. Shannon in your prayers tonight and in the days to come.

 

Thank you,

 

Darren 

Jonathan M. - Health/Family

I’ve been reluctant on going public with this.

But I feel I need to because I want to invite you in on my journey. Some of you have been following me and cheering me on for years. Some of you are family. Some of you I’ve had the privilege to minister to.

For the past 13 years I’ve strived to follow Christ. To point others to Him the best I know how. Through my failures and successes. He is faithful guys!

With that said I face the biggest mountain yet… as of Tuesday I was told by a liver specialist I have stage 4 Cirrhosis of the liver. “Caused by Fatty Liver Disease… bad diet”

The doctor said my back is against the wall.

And was also told I’m not a candidate for a transplant.

I’d be lying if I didn’t say it wasn’t a gut punch to me and my family.

But I want you to know family… friends… loved ones… God is still Good!

I love God with all my heart!

This prognosis doesn’t change a thing.

In fact it gives God even more room to 💪 flex!

Sometimes God moves the mountains and sometimes He places a shovel in our hands and helps us move them one scoop at a time…

So with that said… would you please pray for us?

Pray for my wife to not be afraid.

Pray for my health.

Pray for renewed strength.

Pray for the fruit of the spirit self control

Maggie L. - Moving to Las Vegas

The Laubachs of Modesto will soon be relocating to Las Vegas, NV. The last 4 years here have been some of the weirdest (hello Covid!) and most fulfilling of our lives as Officers. I am amazed that we've been able to be part of all the Lord is doing in Modesto. We will miss the people the most, our staff, congregation, friends and Army supporters have blessed us beyond measure. I have been honored and humbled to be a part of this ministry.

So many mixed emotions but above all we're grateful that we get to continue serving the Lord and His people. Please pray for us, we live our daughters and granddaughter behind so this will be a particularly difficult move. We leave June 25th, if you're in the area I would love to see you and have the chance to say see you later.

🎶 I'll go in the strength of the Lord🎶

Chris G. - Sisters Situation

If anybody is still awake this evening, will you please say a prayer for my sister and her family. My sister was a victim of the Kia challenge that is currently all the rave on TikTok. Over the last many years, my sister has faced some enormous challenges, and right now she has been in a good space with her children and working full-time. As you know when life throws you a curveball, sometimes you wanna give up and I know that for me I am faced too many life or death situation is with my own health. So again, if you would take the time to pray for Elizabeth and her children, I would greatly appreciate it. Please also pray that she gets her car back in short order with a minimal damage to it, and it’s still drivable. 🙏🏿

Morgane D. - Vehicle accidents

So so grateful that God was watching out for us last night 🙏 May & I were on our way home and got into a 7 vehicle + cow collision on Hwy 70. Thank God we were (randomly) in my parents steel framed SUV….it probably saved our lives. We’re both okay, and the doggies, minus May having a leg injury & being on crutches. I only got pics of our suv & the car that hit us - it’s completely obliterated & praying the people inside are okay. They were sent to Enloe and had to be extracted from the vehicle 🙏

So scary, so grateful to be okay 🙏

Darren N. - Shannon's mom

I write to ask for your prayers for Lt. Shannon and her family. Shannon’s mother Kathy has just been placed on hospice care and so we invite God’s peace and presence over her in these final days. Fortunately, Kathy is a believer in Jesus and his resurrection life, and that makes all the difference!

Debbie L. - Health

I am putting a quick prayer request. I have been in the hospital for 8 days. Can't figure out what is wrong.hi

Blood pressure is all over the place. Nausea and pain in chest area. Please lift me up in prayer.

Alex S. - Legal / Freedom

Today by the Grace of GOD, I discharged parole. This wouldn’t have been possible if it wasn’t for GOD working in my life. 

“After victory, tighten your helmet “

Although today was a huge, huge victory, I am still fighting for my freedom. This Friday I will appear in court for a foolish mistake I made over two years ago, right before turning my will and my life over to GOD.

Best case scenario I won’t do no time. 

Worst case scenario, the judge can give me up to 4 years in prison, which means I would do time and eventually be back on parole. 

Pray for me please 🙏 

At the end of the day it is in GODS hands.

Either way it goes, I am so grateful to have GOD in my life and I will continue to Glorify HIS name, whether it’s as a free man or behind the walls.☝🏼🙏

 

I appreciate all of you that have shown me nothing but love and support along my journey. Much, much love!👊🏽

To GOD be the Glory!

Rachel G. - Health and Healing

I went to my ocular oncologist today. He said that my eye is doing extremely well. There is inflammation but that is expected 2 weeks post op. He also had my Castle Bioscience biopsy results. The results was a 2, that means I have a 27%  chance that it won't metastasize to the liver. The PRAM was a negative, which is good., if it was a positive, I would be at an even higher risk. 

I am being referred to another oncologist who will do a mri every 3 months to track any evidence of it metastasized to the liver.

Immanuel- God is with me.

Theresa E. - Healing / Health

I suppose the time has come to let all my family and friends know...

Almost 3 weeks ago, Chuck and I came to a decision that was not an easy one to make. 

I am having issues with my legs (mostly the right one) that need to be resolved and unfortunately, I'm being told this is going to be a fairly lengthy process. 

Today is my last day at Hico. I'm going to miss working there. I have some pretty awesome coworkers and a great boss (which is always so hard to come by) who I will miss so much. 

I'm probably going to be going insane by day 2 but we will see how this goes.....

Rachel J. - Recovery and full Health

Thank you for those who knew and have been praying. For the rest let me catch you up. I am have been back at our local hospital. I have an virus in my lungs that caused pneumonia. I have been here since Thursday.  My oxygen wouldn’t even register on a pulse oximiter. I am out of the ICU (as of Sunday) and am in a regular room. Please continue to pray for me. Thank you.

Mike J. - Wifes Health

Please pray for Rachel J. She is in the hospital with a serious case on pneumonia. Thanks everyone!!

Claire H. - Mom's Struggle

Hi people 🙂

Mom mentioned she’s struggled with bad dreams in the past few days -and, like- not if I have something to say about it, hunny bunny. 

So please pray for that warrior angel with blazing sword to stand guard at my mom’s mind. Pray for her to be flower petal showered with every sweetness. 

Good vibes only. Sweetness is the word of the week.

Bianca M. - Update: Mom's Health

Update:

They are telling us we have reached the end, but we don’t believe it and my mom doesn’t believe it. We are going to continue to fight and believe in the Mighty God for a miracle!

We ask for a miracle!

Norma has been fighting infections for the last two weeks. The plan was for her to get a transplant, but she needed to fight off infections off first and she needed to be walking.

We were told two days ago she has a fungal infection(Cryptococcus neoformans ) that needs to be treated because it could go the brain, but because the medication they need to give her this is disqualifying her from a lung transplant. They are telling us there is nothing else they could do to help her. This medication is aggressive and would need to be in her system for 6 month to a year

All of her organs are good other than her lungs. We are wanting a second opinion because she says she doesn’t feel like she is dying and we know she has a lot of life left in her!

https://gofund.me/ba69b315

Rochelle N. - Strength

I am, and probably will always be a very real and transparent person about myself - I am having one of those days where I just feel like no one cares and I am alone-NOW I know this is not true, and I am doing my best to shrug off these feelings but it is heavy on me today no matter what I do. Honestly, maybe it's partially because I am soooo tired from this single mom life, or from being sick this week, and this homework assignment that has taken me like 5 attempts and still not completed, maybe it's from the children who never let me sleep and naps that sound lovely but I do not have time for, or maybe it's from all the financial burdens I am carrying and that seem I will never get out from under...whatever it is today is heavy-and yes I am still blessed beyond measure-but I am still tired and everything feels heavy today-and I think that is ok.

Michelle V. - Mike's Health

Pam B. - Mom PTG

My precious momma went to be with Jesus this morning. She was a quiet strength, a solid rock, and gave grace beyond grace. She loved Jesus with all her heart and wanted nothing more than for her kids and grandkids to grow in Jesus. Mom, words seem empty right now, my heart is sad and full at the same time (seems to be such a contradiction) because of you. Thank you for loving Jesus in all things. Mom, I know I told you a million times but it never felt enough, thank you and I love you so much. Your kids honor you and called you blessed. ❤️❤️

Jim G. - Wifes health

"All went well with Rachel's surgery. She is now at home, resting. She will visit the oncologist on April 4 for follow up, then every 3 months to be sure the cancer has not returned. Thank everyone so much for your prayers."

Jennifer M. - Mom's Heart Procedure

Can you please say a prayer for my mom? She is having a heart procedure tomorrow. She’s definitely nervous and worried. Thanks so much for praying for peace for her and the wisdom for the doctors.

Bianca M. - Mom's Health

"Prayers for my mom and family please…"

Dewayne H. - Nephew PTG

My nephew was taken off of life support this morning and he passed away.  Please pray for his siblings and his little boy who is left behind.  May the Lord comfort all of his family during this difficult time.  It is so important to have a relationship with Jesus. You never know when you will be leaving this earth.  🙏

Betty S. - Grandson

Im asking all my prayer warriors to please pray for my grandson jj he is on his way to the hospital

Samuel S. - Aunt PTG

Please keep me in prayer as I'm grieving the loss of my Aunt Faye Ross in Shorter Alabama. She was 89. I love listening to her song Faith, Hope, and Trust.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HazSVXGYOWs

God bless you all.

Cindy Y. - Surgery

I am having surgery tomorrow at one. I broke both bones back in Augustbut something isn’t right with it. So basically the doctor is going to open it back up and scrape the bone and take biopsies. Please also pray that he doesn’t have to take my plates out. We also have an electrician coming out to fix the outlets in mine and Stacy G. room the day after surgery. Please pray for my family cause they have to put up with me after surgery.

Diane O B - Health

Would you pray a practical prayer for me right now? Tomorrow I have a medical study day, leaving home at 8am, getting back at 4:00pm

Last week that turned into getting home at 11:45pm., including a trip to ER, so I’m dreading tomorrow 

If you would just ask for it to be a simple, normal test day, tomorrow (Monday) and Wednesday, I would be grateful. And if it isn’t that simple day, that God would keep my spirit high and the blood sample bruising low! 

Thank you

Randy S. - Surgery

I am asking for pray from friends and family. I am about to have surgery to remove the lab ban that I had in me for 15 years. I know God has this. But if something goes haywire, I want you all to do me a favor…. “Just Be There” “Just Be There” I love you all! Blessings! TTYL

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