Prayer & Praise
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3/9/2010
Jim Bucy
Prayer
Remember to pray for Jim who is having shoulder surgery on Wednesday. Pray that the procedure goes well and that it will fix the pain and stiffness he has had in his shoulder for some time.
3/9/2010
Vonnie Tuinstra
Prayer
Vonnie is going in to have the first of two cataract surgeries today. Please pray for a smooth operation and a quick recovery afterward.
3/4/2010
Pat Harney
Praise
First of all, I was mistaken in my earlier posts...Pat wasn`t just having gall stones removed but the whole gall bladder. The surgery went great, though, and the surgeon said everything went smoothly and without complication. Thank you Lord! She is home recovering now so pray for a quick healing process.
3/3/2010
Pat Harney
Prayer
Pat`s surgery has been scheduled for 10:30AM on Thursday. Your prayers are much appreciated!
3/1/2010
Pat Harney
Prayer
Pat is scheduled for surgery on Thursday (March 4) to remove multiple large stones from her gall bladder. The surgery should be relatively straightforward and the doctor says she can likely go back to work next Monday or Tuesday. Please pray for a smooth and successful surgery. Pray too that Pat will be completely over a sinus infection she has been battling before then so the surgery is not delayed.
2/27/2010
Verna Heethuis
Prayer/Praise
Verna is home and so far is doing well! The lead from the pacemaker has not come loose and as a result of the pacemaker working correctly, Verna is feeling much better. Continue to pray for her healing and recovery...the next 3-4 weeks are crucial for the tissue around the lead to heal so it "anchors".
2/25/2010
Verna Heethuis
Prayer
Verna had a second surgery on Thursday to repair the pacemaker which has not been working...there is a lead that keeps detaching from her heart. The surgeon was cautiously optimistic. He did everything he could to attach the lead securely but the next few days and weeks will be critical. Please keep praying for Verna!
2/25/2010
Frank Suidinski
Prayer
Continue to pray for Frank and his neck. He got results from an MRI today and found that he has multiple bulging discs, bone fragments and arthritis in the cervical section of his spine. The doctors are exploring whether they need to perform surgery. Thanks for your prayers.
2/23/2010
Verna Heethuis
Prayer
Verna went in for a stress test on Tuesday which did not go well so she was admitted to Metro Hospital. They are thinking either that her pacemaker is not working correctly or that she has an arterial blockage. They will perform a heart cath and then keep her overnight Tuesday to closely monitor her. Pray for Verna!
2/15/2010
Frank's Friend Dave
Praise
Dave is out of intensive care. They have taken him off oxygen and he no longer needs the blood pressure meds. Praise God that he has pulled through this scary time and continue to pray for a full recovery.
2/12/2010
Dave [Frank Suidinski's Friend]
Prayer
Dave is currently in intensive care after some complications with the stent near his amputation. He is on oxygen [though it's been recently lowered from 80%-40%] and its sedated to keep him harming his breathing help. His blood pressure is extremely low, so he is on medication for that. On top of this, he also has pneumonia and they have found gangrene in his system. From for the doctors as they diagnose the problem and for heal in Dave's body.
2/12/2010
Steven Pottorff
Praise
Steven was sent home on Monday night! Pray as he's body regains energy and he deals with some sharp headaches. Praise the Lord for his recovery.
2/6/2010
Steven Pottorff
Prayer
Continue to pray for Steven. This is from Casey's Facebook page: 'Steven had a bad night last night...high fever again...we won't be going home today.' Continue to pray that his antibiotics will work and he will be able to get a handle of his fever.
2/5/2010
Steven Pottorff
Praise
After a full day in the hospital and several spikes of a 104 degree fever, the doctors finally figured out what was going on with Steven. Through the broken skin around a few bug bits, a 'strep' bacteria entered into his bloodstream. He is currently finishing up his I.V. antibiotics and will hopefully be switched to oral antibiotics and sent home tomorrow. Praise the Lord that the doctors were able to determine the cause and continue to pray for his recovery.
2/5/2010
Eugene Knight
Praise
Eugene went in this morning to have a stint looked at and potentially given 1-2 more. When the doctor got in, it turned out the only problem he had was his previous stint. The other two problem areas had actually gotten better over the past few years! The doctor was able to replace the troubled stint and Eugene is now recovering. Praise the Lord for a successful operation and pray for a quick and full recovery.
2/4/2010
Steven Pottorff
Prayer
Steven is currently at Butterworth waiting on result of blood work. He went in on Wednesday with a fever of 104. It looks like he probably contracted Malaria on his recent trip to Africa but the doctors are testing for other possible causes. Pray for him and Casey as they wait on the result and for healing of Steven's body.
2/4/2010
Frank Suidinski
Prayer
Pray for Frank as he is again having pain. The current bout seems to be as bad [if not worse] then what he was feeling before his procedure. Prayer for comfort and healing.
1/20/2010
Val Braunschneider's Mom
Prayer/Praise
The viewing for Val Braunschneider's mother will be Thursday [01.21] from 2-4 and 7-9 at Cook Funeral Home in Grandville. The 'Celebration of Life' service will be Friday [02.22] at 11.00am at Jenison Bible Church. Says Val: 'It will be awesome!'
1/19/2010
Val Braunschneider`s mom
Prayer/Praise
Val`s mom went home to our Lord on Monday! Thanks so much to all of you for your prayers during this time. Val and her sister were both able to be with her when she left this world and she went very peacefully. Best of all, she went knowing exactly where she was going! Please continue to pray for the family...they are comforted but will also miss her a lot.
1/15/2010
Holly Ratski`s sister
Prayer
Many of you know Holly`s sister, Sherri, who has been here a few times helping out in the kitchen. Sherri had a recent mammogram which found an area of concern. They have scheduled a biopsy to find out what it is. Meanwhile, she also has a very painful ankle problem and her daughter Leah (who we have also prayed for) is starting a new round of chemo and is dealing with feeling sick. Please pray for this family and especially for Sherri.
1/15/2010
VandePol`s great-granddaughter
Praise
Thanks for your many prayers for Onaleigh! They received a great report from her latest EEG which came back normal. The neurologist is very encouraged and no longer concerned about her eyes. The family has also seen a return to her normal behavior. God is good!
1/15/2010
Frank Suidinski
Praise
Frank has been dealing with the severe pain in his neck, but reports that treatments have started to show some progress. Thanks for continuing to pray.
1/12/2010
Geurink`s niece
Prayer
Sandi and Rog have a niece named Bonnie who is pregnant and just found out that the baby has died in the womb. Please pray for Bonnie and her husband, Mark, during this time.
1/5/2010
Erica DeHaan
Prayer
The results of a recent MRI showed that Erica's brain had developed lesions. This is not very common for people of her age [early 20's], so pray for her and her family as they are dealing with the questions and symptoms that come along with it. Also pray for the doctors as they make decisions on what steps to take next. She has another MRI schedule in about 6 months.
1/3/2010
David Raab`s dad
Prayer
Here is the info on services for David`s dad. Visitation will be from 2-5 and 6-9 on Sunday at Stroo Funeral Home (1095 68th St SE in Grand Rapids) and the funeral will be on Monday at 11AM at Banner of Christ Community Church (1111 68th St SW). Thanks for your prayers.
1/1/2010
Steven Bostwick
Prayer
Steven had outpatient surgery yesterday to repair a deviated septum. The procedure went well and he is at home recovering. Right now he has some discomfort but the pain is fairly minimal. Pray for his recovery and that this will solve a nasal congestion problem he has had for years.
1/1/2010
Eleanor Siler
Prayer/Praise
Eleanor`s surgery yesterday went smoothly. They put a plate and 4 screws in her leg to repair the break and are trying to decide how and where she will do rehab. Thanks for your prayers and please keep praying for her recovery.
1/1/2010
David Raab`s dad
Prayer
David`s dad died earlier today and is home with our Lord! They knew the time was coming and are thankful that he got through the holidays and didn`t suffer much. The family is doing well but the coming days will be hard for them and they certainly appreciate your prayers!
12/30/2009
Eleanor Siler
Prayer
Pray for Eleanor (Jill Burrell`s mom) who fell earlier today and broke her leg above the knee. She will be going in for surgery sometime tomorrow. Pray for a smooth surgery and pray that she is able to recover well from the injury.
12/27/2009
VandePol`s great-granddaughter
Prayer
Thanks for your prayers for Onaleigh. The doctors have put her on an anti-seizure medication but she is not taking the medication very well. Her neurologist gave her a prescription for a different medicine, so pray that Onaleigh tolerates this better. Also pray for her eyes; the doctor has some concerns about them.
12/20/2009
Frank Suidinski
Prayer
Please keep Frank in your prayers. He has been dealing with fairly severe pain in his neck. He had an injection treatment but so far that has only seemed to make things worse! Pray for a relief from this pain.
12/10/2009
Easton Hirdes
Prayer/Praise
Easton, who we have prayed for before, was back in the hospital this week with pneumonia and infections in his blood and trachea. He is back home now though and seems to be responding well to the antibiotics. Pray for his complete recovery.
12/10/2009
VandePol`s great-granddaughter
Prayer
Rog and Sandy have a great-granddaughter named Onaleigh Haveman who is 8 months old. Her parents have been noticing some different behavior (like more sleeping during the day than normal). She was recently in the nursery of their church where one of the volunteers is a nurse and she saw Onaleigh have a seizure. They took her to the doctor and tests show that she probably suffered a stroke while in the womb due to a blood clot in the placenta. Please pray now for her treatment and health. They plan to give her anti-seizure medication and she will likely need therapy as there has been loss of function on one side. Thanks for your prayers!
12/5/2009
Verna Heethuis
Praise
Verna has been doing MUCH better! She should be able to come home tomorrow. What a dramatic turnaround from Wednesday night...God is good! Thanks for all your prayers.
12/3/2009
Verna Heethuis
Prayer
Verna had an appointment with her doctor earlier today about her weakness and wheezing. He said that there is fluid buildup around her heart and told her to go to the ER, which is where she is headed next. I will update when I know more, but please pray for Verna.
12/3/2009
Verna Heethuis
Prayer
Verna was admitted to the hospital and will spend at least one night there but the outlook looks good. They are treating her with a nitroglycerine paste on her chest to help her heart and a diuretic to help her lose the fluid around her heart and they think this should clear things up. Thanks for continuing to remember Verna in your prayers.
12/1/2009
Jeannie Wolf
Prayer/Praise
Jeannie is back home now! She was released from the hospital on Tuesday morning. She is very tired, but otherwise has been doing much better and seems to have turned the corner as far as her infection is concerned. Praise God for His goodness! Continue to pray now for her recovery, that she won`t get sick anymore from the medication and will continue to gain strength.
11/28/2009
Jeannie Wolf
Prayer
I was just informed that my previous post didn't take (thanks to Judy Pacheco for that)...i apologize. Jeannie was admitted to the hospital on Thursday because she wasn't doing well at home with the medications for her intestinal infection. She is now on IV antibiotics along with pain medication and anti-nausea meds because the other things have been making her very sick. Please pray for Jeannie right now that she will heal quickly from this infection and be relieved from the pain and nausea.
11/25/2009
Jeannie Wolf - UPDATED
Prayer
Jeannie went to the emergency room on Wednesday with extreme pain in her abdomen which had been getting worse since the weekend. After a number of tests and scans the doctors determined that she has a diverticulitis, (basically an infection in part of her intestine). She is now home with a prescription for antibiotic. Please pray that the antibiotic will kick in quickly and that Jeannie will recover and be relieved from the pain. Pray too for peace for the situation as this obviously changes the Wolfs` Thanksgiving plans.
11/22/2009
Sadie Hirdes` brother
Prayer
Sadie`s brother, Case Lubberts, had cancer of the liver previously which has now returned. He is starting a new round of chemotherapy. Please pray for healing and that the chemo treatments will be effective. Pray also that the side effects will be manageable for him.
11/21/2009
Abby Leaym
Praise
The CBC nursery continues to grow by leaps and bounds! Abigail Grace Leaym was born to Jill and Chris on Friday night at 9:33. She weighed 7lbs 8ozs and was 20" long. Praise God for her safe arrival!
11/15/2009
Jaime Kilpatrick`s friend
Prayer
Heather is a good friend of Jaime`s (she was the matron of honor in Todd & Jaime`s wedding) who is pregnant. She and her husband, Jason, just found out that the baby has been diagnosed with Dandy Walker syndrome which can potentially lead to a wide range of physical and/or mental disabilities or even death. Please pray for Heather and Jason and for the health of their baby right now!
11/15/2009
Wilterdinks` grandson
Prayer
Please pray for Murl and Virginia`s grandson, Eric, (Doug`s son). He is in the army and broke both bones in his lower leg when he stepped into a hole while running. He is scheduled for surgery on Monday to repair the break. Pray for Eric!
11/15/2009
Nuivers' son-in-law
Prayer
Nuivers` son-in-law, Shane, is employed at the Illinois state prison that might possibly be given over to federal control. If that happens, Shane could lose his job. Please pray for Shane`s job and that God would give him a peace about it.
11/15/2009
Bryce baby
Praise
Join the Bryce family in rejoicing at the safe arrival of their new daughter Friday evening! Emalene Barrett Bryce was born at 8:50 weighing 6 lbs 2 oz and was 18.5" long. She was 3 weeks early, but everything looks great and she is doing very well. Praise God!
11/15/2009
Harney`s son
Prayer
Pray for Paul and Pat`s son, Ron, who has some serious kidney stones. He went to the ER 3 times last week. Doctors were able to remove one larger stone but he has more of them still in his kidney that aren`t passing. There is now fluid building up around a kidney and a lung which is adding to his pain and discomfort. Please pray for Ron and that these stones will pass quickly and relieve him of his extreme pain.
11/14/2009
Burrells
Prayer
Bill and Jill, who have recently moved back to Michigan from Georgia, are both looking for jobs and need to find employment soon. Please pray for their job search and that God would provide jobs quickly.
11/14/2009
Travelers
Prayer
This weekend the Heintzelmans are traveling to Arizona for the winter and the Van de Pols are coming back to Michigan for the holiday season. Please keep both of them in your prayers.
11/14/2009
Kellums
Prayer
The Kellums would very much appreciate your prayers for Kate who is having difficulties in school right now. Pray for Kate and for guidance for the family as they explore what options might be available.
11/4/2009
Savanna Norder
Prayer
Remember to pray today for the MRI on Savanna`s foot. Pray that they will be able to determine what the problem is and treat it quickly. Savanna is worried that she won`t be able to dance The Nutcracker in December, so pray for healing!
11/3/2009
Jonathan Vinton
Praise
Jonathan`s surgery went very well Monday and the surgeon felt that it was a total success. Thanks so much for your prayers, and your continued prayer for his recovery is appreciated!
11/2/2009
Lauretta Slager
Prayer
We have been praying for our friend Lauretta who had a fall last week. She is doing better and has been moved to a new home. If you would like to encourage her with a note or card you can send it to:
Lauretta Slager
c/o The Laurels of Sandy Creek
435 East Elm Street, Room 313
Wayland, MI 49348
You can also reach her by phone [269.792.2249] or visit their website at www.laurelsofsandycreek.com
11/2/2009
Lincoln Goulette
Praise
Praise God for the safe arrival this morning of Lincoln Goulette! He was born at 10:53AM weighing in at 9 lbs 14 oz and 21.5" long. Rejoice and give thanks!
11/1/2009
Bryce baby
Prayer
Please continue to remember the Bryces in your prayers. The latest on their daughter is that she is not growing as much as they would like to see, which is probably due to her chromosomal condition. Please pray for growth and strength during these last weeks in the womb!
11/1/2009
Jonathan Vinton
Prayer
Jonathan`s surgery has been officially scheduled for Monday morning at 8:00. Please pray for his day tomorrow.
10/29/2009
Jonathan Vinton
Prayer
Jonathan`s surgery was not able to be performed as scheduled because of an emergency procedure for another patient. Now he is in a holding pattern awaiting the new schedule. Please keep the Vintons in your prayers.
10/26/2009
Loretta Slager
Prayer
Our friend Loretta Slager is in a hospital is Hastings after a fall that left her with a pelvic fracture. Pray for a quick and full recovery so that she is able to return to the home she is staying at, as it is possible that this injury will prevent her from returning there.
10/20/2009
Rich Tuinstra
Prayer
Rich woke up in the middle of the night Monday night unable to breathe. He was taken to Butterworth Hospital by ambulance and has now been moved to the intensive care unit at the heart center. They have determined that he did NOT have a heart attack, but no news other than that. Please pray for Rich`s health and for peace for Vonnie.
10/19/2009
Scott Rodgers
Prayer
Scott has now been diagnosed with shingles. That is certainly no fun, so please pray for Scott and for a fast recovery.
10/16/2009
Jacqueline Wilber
Prayer
Just received the good news that Jacqueline Joy Wilber was born to Chris & Jen on October 5th. However, she has some serious issues with her heart; her left ventricle and aortic arch are too small. She is at the hospital in Ann Arbor now and awaiting surgery at noon on Tuesday to repair the heart and get it working correctly. Meanwhile she is in intensive care and on a ventilator. Please pray for baby Jacqueline and for the Wilber family!
10/16/2009
Ryan & Bonnie`s neice
Praise
Hannah is being released from the hospital today to go home. Praise God! Thanks for your prayers for her over the past couple of days.
10/15/2009
Scott Rodgers
Praise
Great news from the Rodgers camp! Scott`s biopsy results came back and they are negative for any cancer or infection. The doctor figures that the issues are just residual trauma from Scott`s bout of pneumonia. Furthermore, results came back from a scan that show that Scott`s tumor has shrunk some. God is good!!
10/13/2009
Vonnie Tuinstra`s sister
Prayer
Thanks for your prayers for Vonnie`s sister. I am sorry we didn`t know when we talked about it on Sunday, but she actually passed away late last week. The family is doing well...they knew it was coming and it was a relief that her suffering was over. Pray for Vonnie and the family during this time!
10/13/2009
Nicholas Gillhespy
Prayer
Please keep Nicholas (who is Ken and Sheri`s nephew) in your prayers. He is in the Army and just deployed to Afghanistan over the weekend to start a tour that will be at least 6 months. Pray for his safety!
10/12/2009
Ryan & Bonnie`s neice
Prayer
Ryan & Bonnie`s neice, Hannah, was admitted to the Children`s Hospital last night and is still there now on oxygen and close monitoring. Please pray for guidance for the medical staff and for Hannah`s recovery. Pray too for her parents, Becky (Bonnie`s sister) and Matt during this time.
10/9/2009
Vonnie Tuinstra's Sister
Prayer
Please pray for Vonnie Tuinstra's sister who was recently taken off dialysis. Please pray for peace and comfort for her and and for her family as the doctors do not expect her to have much longer.
10/8/2009
Steve Wendt`s mom
Prayer
Steve`s mom, Catherine, is going in tomorrow (Friday) for a lumpectomy to remove the lump in her breast. The latest MRI makes it look as if the cancer has not spread to her lymph nodes, which is great news! Please pray for her procedure and that the lymphatic system is in fact clear of cancer.
10/6/2009
Scott Rodgers
Prayer
You may have noticed that Scott is back on oxygen. His pulmonary specialist is not sure what is going on so he has scheduled a bronchoscopy and biopsy for Thursday morning. Pray that he will be able to diagnose and treat Scott!
10/1/2009
Dave Schick
Prayer
After church Wednesday night, Dave`s heart went into atrial fibrillation. He had been wearing a heart monitor to diagnose some recent issues, so they knew right away and Millie took him to the hospital. After a rough night (he had an adverse reaction to a medication they gave him to control the fibrillation) he was doing better on Thursday. He will have a stress test Thursday afternoon and should then be able to go home. Pray for Dave and for his heart.
9/29/2009
Shaun Winters' mom
Prayer
Shaun`s mom is at Borgess Hospital with chronic pulmonary disease and a case of pneumonia. She needs to be on a bipap machine but that has been really difficult for her so they have needed to keep her sedated. It is likely to be 4 to 5 days before she can breathe on her own. Pray too for Shaun...this has been very stressful for him!
9/25/2009
Frank Suidinski`s BIL
Prayer
Frank`s brother-in-law, Bob, is in the hospital with serious liver problems and is very ill. Please pray for his physical health and healing. Pray too for the financial situation, as he does not have health insurance.
9/23/2009
Jim Mys` mom
Prayer
Jim`s mom, Anjean Tallman, passed away Tuesday night after a fight with ovarian cancer. Please pray for Jim and the whole family as they grieve during this time! She knew the Lord, so we are glad that she is in His presence now, but still understand the family`s need for comfort. There will be visitation at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home in Holland (315 E 16th St) on Thursday from 3-5 and 7-9PM. The funeral service will be on Friday at 11:00AM in the chapel at Central Wesleyan Church (446 W 40th St, Holland). Thanks for your prayers.
9/23/2009
Lori Vos` granddaughter
Prayer
Please continue to pray for Elly. Her condition has not improved, and in fact she has been moved from Zeeland Community Hospital to DeVos Childrens Hospital. Her oxygen saturation is very low, even while on 3 liters of oxygen. Pray for Elly`s healing!
9/22/2009
Jeannie Wolf
Praise
Jeannie`s surgery went great on Monday afternoon and immediately afterward she was not only awake but said she could already feel a huge improvement in her thumb! Praise God! Continue to pray now for her recovery. The surgery was on her right hand which will be in a cast for a while (and she is right-handed) so pray about that too.
9/20/2009
Lori Vos` granddaughter
Prayer
Lori`s 11-yr-old granddaughter, Elly, has an acute asthma condition and she has come down with some sort of illness that sent her to the hospital. The doctors ruled out H1N1, but she has some sort of infection in her lungs that has made her very sick. Please pray for Elly`s health and recovery.
9/20/2009
Jeannie Wolf
Prayer
Jeannie is having surgery on her hand on Monday to release a vein from a tendon that has been causing her pain. She had this same surgery a while back on the other hand. Please pray for a smooth procedure and for fast recovery!
8/25/2009
Jeremy
Prayer
Please pray for Jeremy, Rich and Vonnie Tuinstra's son, who injured himself during his job this past week. He has a slipped disk and a fracture tail bone. Since his job is 'on the road,' his boss told him to rest until this weekend, at which time that would reevaluate and see if he can still work. Jeremy asked for prayer that he will be healed so he can keep his job.
8/22/2009
Lea Mulder
Prayer
Lea`s surgery to put a shunt in went well and was successful at relieving the fluid pressure on her brain. Now they will be running some tests to see what treatment options they have. Thanks for your continued prayers for Lea.
8/22/2009
Steve Wendt`s mom
Prayer
Steve`s mom, Catherine, was just diagnosed this past week with breast cancer. Please pray for her, for whatever course of treatment they take and for complete healing.
8/21/2009
Lea Mulder
Prayer
Holly Ratski`s niece, Lea, who we prayed about before with a brain tumor, is back in the hospital. They are not sure what the issue is but she wasn`t doing well. Please pray again for Lea!
UPDATE: Evidently the tumor in Lea`s brain has grown in size and is now wrapped around an artery in her brain and also causing fluid pressure to build around the brain (which is causing excruciating pain). They cannot safely operate on the tumor because of where it is, but they are operating this afternoon to put in a shunt which they hope will allow the fluid to drain and relieve pressure. Please lift Lea up in your prayers!
8/19/2009
Jeremy Tuinstra
Praise
We prayed last week for Rich and Vonnie`s son, Jeremy, who got a job but then a hitch came up that may have made it a no-go. Well, praise God, he DID get the job and is working now! He also really enjoys the work, which is a bonus. Thanks for your prayers!
8/17/2009
Al Wolf`s brother
Prayer
Al`s brother, Paul, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning at 9:15. We can rejoice with the family that Paul`s suffering is over and he is with Christ today, but we obviously grieve with them over their loss...continue to pray for them.
The memorial service will be held at the Berean Church in Muskegon (635 Seminole Rd, 49441) on Friday, August 21st at 2:00PM. Visitation will be at the church between 1 and 2.
8/16/2009
Vern Hirdes
Prayer/Praise
Vern was released from the hospital Saturday night and is home now. He has a cast on his ankle and is in a back brace and will be laid up for about 2 months, but overall is doing well. Thanks for your continued prayers for his recovery.
8/16/2009
Al Wolf`s brother
Prayer
Al and Jeannie got a call early Sunday morning from the nursing home that Al`s brother Paul is at in Muskegon. He is doing very poorly and they suggested that the family come see him. Please pray for Paul at this time and pray for Al, Jeannie and the rest of the family.
8/15/2009
Frank Suidinski`s friend
Prayer
We have prayed for Frank`s friend, Dave, before and now he is back in the hospital with what might possibly be gangrene. Please pray for healing for Dave.
8/15/2009
Vern Hirdes
Prayer
Please pray for Vern! He was doing some work near the ceiling of the auditorium at church and fell from pretty high. He is at Zeeland Community Hospital with 2 broken vertebrae and a broken ankle. He is also waiting on an MRI. Pray for his pain, that there are no additional injuries and for speedy recovery.
8/15/2009
Steven Bostwick
Prayer
Steven would very much appreciate your prayers on Monday morning when he has an interview for a job on the GRCC campus. Pray not only that the interview goes well and that he gets the job but that they will be able to work around his class schedule.
8/14/2009
Holly Ratski
Praise
Thank you for your prayers for Holly and her job search. She just got offered a job at Davenport College in their food services department and it is something that she is excited about. Praise God!
8/6/2009
Scott Rodgers
Prayer
Please pray for Scott who was admitted to Butterworth for a case of pneumonia. He is being monitored and is on IV antibiotics. Pray for a quick recovery!
7/30/2009
Al Wolf`s brother
Prayer
Al`s brother, Paul, has just been diagnosed with serious and advanced cancer. He is in the hospital for the next few days awaiting prognosis and treatment options but they have told him that it is definitely inoperable. Please pray for Paul and for the rest of the family right now, for comfort, peace and wisdom.
7/28/2009
David Raab`s dad
Prayer
For those of you who haven`t heard, David`s dad is battling a serious case of lung cancer. He underwent surgery, but they were unable to remove all of the cancerous tissue. Next he will have radiation treatment. This seems to be a very aggressive and fast growing cancer and your prayers are much appreciated!
7/16/2009
Chris and Jen Wilber
Prayer
Please pray for Chris and Jen Wilber [and family]. Their recent move has not gone as expected and Chris is without a full-time job. Also, continue to pray for Jen's pregnancy [she is in her last trimester], as well as for Jodi, as she is dealing with other difficult family situations. Ken and Sherri Gillhespy would also appreciate your prayers as they do what they can to help the Wilbers during this difficult time.
7/12/2009
Bryce baby
Prayer
Please continue to lift up Eric and Vonda in your prayers. Pray specifically that God would cause their baby`s lymphatic system to start working correctly.
7/12/2009
Ken Gillhespy
Prayer/Praise
Your ongoing prayers for Ken and his health are very much appreciated by he and Sheri! Praise God that their insurance company approved the type of VPAP machine that should help Ken`s sleeping a lot!
7/12/2009
Verna Heethuis
Prayer
Keep praying for Verna`s ongoing radiation therapy and for the strength to put up with it.
7/12/2009
Scott Rodgers
Prayer
Don`t forget Scott in your prayers!! Pray that God will shrink the cancerous growth in his abdomen and remove his pain.
7/12/2009
Sue Dubbink`s dad
Prayer
Sue`s dad, Norbert, found out that contrary to what they first found in the biopsy, he DOES have breast cancer. They will be performing a full mastectomy to remove it. Pray that surgery will be successful and that all of the cancer is removed.
7/8/2009
Andrew Charles Geurink
Praise
Praise the Lord for the healthy birth of Andrew Charles Geurink! He was born Thursday, July 08 at 9:34 pm. He is 9lbs 1oz and 21 inches long. Proud parents are Bonnie and Ryan and big sisters Sammie and Maggie.
6/23/2009
Kaitlyn Sterley
Prayer/Praise
Praise God...Kaitlyn is doing MUCH better now! They moved her from ICU to the regular pediatric department and are weaning her off of oxygen support. Please keep praying for her continued recovery and treatment!
6/23/2009
Rog Van De Pol
Prayer
Rog finally has his appointment on Friday with the specialist to check his thyroid function. Meanwhile, though, he has had a very bad headache and pain in his neck that has been troubling. They still are not able to get in to see the doctor any earlier than Friday, so they are in a holding pattern. Pray for Rog, that there is no serious issue and that the doctor on Friday will have wisdom. Pray too for Sandy and her anxiety over Rog!
6/23/2009
Murl Wilterdink
Prayer
Murl went to the hospital on Monday. He had a fall and then was having trouble getting up. The concern was that he had had a stroke. Praise God, it sounds like they have ruled out stroke and in fact the doctors believe that he has a systemic infection, which they are now treating. He feels better today. Please pray for Murl and his recovery.
6/23/2009
Walkers` neighbor
Praise
Thanks for your prayers for Mark! His fever broke and the headaches have subsided. They are still waiting for blood work to come back for a firm diagnosis but they ruled out meningitis and believe he has some form of infection (possibly from a bug bite or something). But for now he is doing well enough that they should be sending him home.
6/20/2009
Kaitlyn Sterley
Prayer
Many of you remember Becky Sterley and her daughter Kaitlyn. Kaitlyn is in the hospital right now with double pneumonia, a bacterial infection throughout her body, fever and a blood clot in her neck. Please pray for her health and recovery. She is also concerned about making a trip in July that she has been planning for 2 years...pray that she gets well!
6/20/2009
Walkers` neighbor
Prayer
Rick and Patti`s neighbor has 3 sons who are spending the summer in Kansas with their dad. The oldest one, Mark, has been hospitalized with symptoms that look like meningitis (fever, headache, stiff neck, etc). They are treating it to address both viral and bacterial meningitis while they wait for the culture results from his spinal fluid. Please pray for Mark and pray too for his mom as it is very stressful being so far away from him right now.
6/19/2009
Scott Rodgers
Prayer
Please continue your prayers for Scott, who continues to be dealing with a lot of pain. They have raised the dose of his pain medication but that has by no means taken the pain away (not to mention the side effects of the increased dose). They determined that performing the procedure to kill the nerve is not an option because it would also take away control of bodily functions. They are going to start Scott next week on a course of 10 radiation treatments, (one per day on weekdays for 2 weeks), in the hopes that this will shrink the cancer enough to alleviate some of the pain. The Rodgers very much appreciate your prayers!!
6/15/2009
Verna Heethuis
Praise
In case you didn`t hear it at church, Verna had a follow up scan that was clearer than the first scan and as it turns out the area of concern is NOT a lymph node, but a bump on her muscle which is of no concern. So she will not need surgery. Praise God! Verna is very relieved. She will still undergo some radiation treatment which will probably start in the next couple of weeks. Thanks for your prayers.
6/15/2009
Scott Rodgers
Prayer
Scott`s pain became so unmanageable that he and Dawn spent the day at the ER on Sunday. The doctors believe that the cancer in his abdomen has grown and is pushing more on nerves. They are going to try a procedure where they use a catheter to inject alcohol into the "problem" nerve in order to kill it, thereby taking away the pain. Pray for Scott right now that God would give him comfort and relief. Pray too for their decision as to whether to try this procedure.
6/11/2009
Sue Dubbink`s dad
Praise
Great news for Sue`s dad, (whose name is Norbert by the way). While the other day they were 90% sure that the tumor was breast cancer, they are now certain that it is a very rare, but benign mass. Praise God for the answer to prayer! He will still have surgery on June 24th to have the tumor removed but it was a huge relief to find out that it is not cancer. Thanks for your prayers.
6/9/2009
Verna Heethuis
Prayer
Verna found out today that there is a lymph node that the doctor is concerned about. They don`t know yet what it is, but he is worried enough that he wants it removed. She will be having a CAT scan on Wednesday and will know more after that. Pray for healing, that the lymph node is NOT malignant, and for peace for Verna right now.
6/9/2009
Sue Dubbink`s dad
Prayer
Sue`s dad has just been diagnosed with a malignant tumor in his chest. He will be going in this Thursday to discuss treatment options. Please pray for him and for this cancer to be removed completely.
6/5/2009
Bryces
Prayer
Many of you already know and have been praying for Eric and Vonda Bryce and their expected baby. Ultrasounds have shown excess fluid around the baby and there is a risk of miscarriage. However, we have a big God who is infinitely capable and we ask for your continued prayers for this baby! So far the baby continues to have a strong heartbeat which is a positive sign. Pray for strength, peace and faith for the Bryces, and pray for Vonda`s next appointment on June 15th when they will perform another ultrasound and amniocentesis. Thanks for praying!
6/5/2009
Verna Heethuis
Praise
Verna found out for sure on Thursday that her oncologist does NOT want her to go through any chemotherapy. This is a big answer to prayer and a big relief for Verna! She will undergo some radiation therapy as a precaution, but otherwise things continue to look great for her. Thanks for praying.
6/5/2009
Murl Wilterdink
Praise
Murl`s surgery went great on Thursday! The surgeon was able to repair both incisional hernias and was very pleased with the outcome. Murl was up, dressed and walking around by 10:30 Friday morning and chomping at the bit to go home. He will be discharged mid-day on Friday. Thanks so much for your prayers and keep praying for his recovery. Praise God for answered prayer!
6/3/2009
Murl Wilterdink
Prayer
Murl FINALLY got the specific schedule for his surgery tomorrow to repair the incisional hernias. The surgery will be at 2:15PM at Butterworth Hospital. Please pray for Murl and the surgery tomorrow. Please pray especially that the surgeon will be able to completely repair both spots...he said he wouldn`t know for sure until he got into the surgery if it would be possible.
