Prayer Requests - February 6th

1) Abbi - Betty (Abbi's mom) will be having triple bypass surgery on Tuesday morning at 7:30.  Pray for everything to go smoothly.
          **Update: Betty has a low grade fever due to a possible viral infection.  They will determine in the morning whether she will have the surgery tomorrow as scheduled, or if it will be postponed until Wednesday.

2) Erika - Pray for the continued recovery of her Dad.  He is having surgery on Wednesday - a skin graft for his foot.  Pray that everything goes well and that the graft heals quickly.

3) Donny - Pray for a colleague at work who is having difficulty with his marriage.  Pray that the couple is able to resolve the issues, and that Donny will know how best to encourage this man.

4) Nancy - Nancy's mom has been in the hospital for two weeks, and more issues keep surfacing.  Pray that they can get her back to good health and send her home before too much longer.  Also, pray for Nancy and siblings as they are by her side during this hospital stay.

Prayer Requests - January 23rd

1)  Jeremy & Kimberly - Jeremy is looking for a job in Athens, but they have also expanded their search.  Please pray that an opportunity presents itself soon.
                                      - Also pray for Jeremy's brother, Jonathon, who has recently moved to India (working with IMB).  Pray that Jonathon and his family is able to acclimate to the surroundings quickly.

2)  Pray for others in the class looking for a job. 

3)  Lane & Janet - Pray for Lane as he is constantly juggling the stresses of going to school, full-time work, and his family.  Pray for the whole family as they go through this stressful and crazy time.

4)  Debra - Had her procedure this morning for her shoulder (everything went well).  Pray for quick recovery, and for the two weeks of rehab she will have.

5)  Mike - Continue to pray for the family that Mike met with last week.  Specific need of family: jobs for the siblings - John and Jessica.

6)  Amberly - Pray for her iodine levels to be where they need to be in order for her to receive her last radiation treatment this week. 

Also, remember our upcoming social on February 5th @ 6.  Let Marie know what side you would like to bring.  Hope to see everyone there!

Prayer Requests - January 16th

1) Pray for Nancy to feel better soon.

2) Will - The company he works for is in the process of laying off about 800 people (half were let go this week).  Pray for those that lost their jobs, and pray that Will and Lisseth are able to keep theirs.

3) Amberly - Pray for things to continue to go well with her thyroid treatments.  She soon be receiving a radiation treatment soon, so pray for that to go smoothly and quickly. 

4) Debra - Continue to pray for Debra's friend Rob Harrast.  They are hoping that he will be able to get rid of the feeding tube soon.  Also, pray that he cancer does not spread (so far it has not shown any signs of doing so).

5) Alexis - Pray for her brother - he ill be leaving to go to Afghanistan soon.  Pray for his salvation, and his upcoming marriage.  Pray for the family to know how best to communicate with him.

6) Mike - Pray for Virginia Crawford who recently lost her husband.  Also, pray for a meeting that Mike has with an unbelieving family this week.  Pray that God would provide the wisdom he needs to communicate with them. 

7) Lauren - A friend's grandfather recently had a stroke and is partially paralyzed from it.  Pray for his recovery - regaining strength and learning how to function again.  Also pray for the family as they help him in this struggle.

Announcements:
1)Due to the new member class being on the 23rd (3 or 4 couples from class will be attending), we are postponing our lunch until February.

2) Remember the Honduras meeting is on Sunday at 5 at the Overlook.  Feel free to come to find out more about the trip and the overall mission opportunity (even if you are not sure if you will be able to go on this trip). Contact Clay for directions to the Overlook if necessary.

Prayer Requests & Announcements - January 9th

1.  Jessica - Pray for her grandmother her lost her grandfather recently.  Praise: Jessica's aunt found out that she is now cancer free.
                 - Also pray for Tyler and Jessica as they continue to pray for their upcoming move.

2.  Mike - Pray for Virginia Crawford and family.  Virginia's husband, Ed, passed away this morning.
              - Pray for Mike's chronic pain that has been in overdrive lately.  Pray that he can get some 
                relief and be able to sleep better.

3.  Lindsey - Pray for her family as they deal with the recent loss of her grandmother.

4.  Pray for Reg as he leaves to go to Texas on Wednesday for a new treatment.  Pray that travel will be possible and safe.

5.  Alexis - Pray for her aunt who has serious health issues.  She is having tests run this week.  Pray that the doctors will know the best way to proceed.

6.  Pray for those stranded in Atlanta (in the airport, at the greyhound station, on the interstate, etc.) due to this crazy weather.  Pray for save travel for everyone.

Announcements:

1.  Valentines Social - Scheduled for the 5th of February.  It will be at Betty Sue & Wally Ash's house.  More details to come.

2.  Class lunch on the 23rd.  Email Nancy (or post a comment here) about restaurant ideas.

Prayer Requests & Announcements

Prayer Requests:

1.  Pray for Erika and her family as they all are dealing with illness.  Pray specifically for her father as he continues to heal from his time in the hospital.

2.  Pray for Joel as he takes a qualifying exam this (Thursday) morning.

3.  Pray for the situation with the Connection space (the area that the college ministry uses).  Pray for the leaders involved with the decision, and that the path that should be taken would be clear.

Announcements:

1.  Honduras trip -  scheduled for June 4-11.  There will be an information session on January 23rd at 5:00 p.m. at the Overlook.  Contact Clay for more information.

2.  Pray for Hunter's Night Out (January 17th) to be a successful outreach and gathering time for the men in our church.

3.  The ladies Bible study will be starting back up next week.  I will let you know when a time and day has been decided.

Prayer Requests - December 12th

1)  Jeremy & Kimberly - Praise that he is back home (in the reserves now).  Also, be praying for Jeremy as he looks for a job.

2) Donny & Alexis - Pray for their health, and especially little Zeke.  Zeke has been sick all weekend with the flu & strep throat!

3) Abbi & Joel - Pray for Abbi's grandmother, Sally, who is in the hospital.  She is 94 years old, and she just had a pacemaker put in on Saturday night.  Sally is doing well, but needs to gain her strength back.  Pray for that to happen as quickly as possible so that she does not get down. 

4) Erika & Paul - Pray for Erika's dad who is still in the hospital.  Pray for quick recovery and strength - also be praying for her mother, that she will be able to get some rest (she has been staying in the hospital with him), and continue to be healthy.
                         - Pray for Erika's Uncle Edward who has liver cancer.  Pray for the treatments that he is starting to go well, and for the doctors to know exactly how to treat him.

5) Mike & Debra - Pray for their friend Rob Harrast who is in the hospital recovering from major surgery.  Pray for the doctors to have wisdom as to the best treatment for him, and pray that he will get to go home soon.  Also, keep his wife in your prayers as she is caregiving for Rob.

7) Lauren & Adam - Praise - her grandfather's surgery went really well.  Pray for another surgery (teeth implant) that he is having tomorrow to go well.

Prayer Requests - November 28th

1) Several were out not feeling well this morning.
2) Pray for Jessica's Grandmother's health and her sister, Brittany, who has a meeting this week with a record label.
Also, for Tyler as he waits to hear back from a job interview and any decisions they may need to make.
3) Debra's mom as she regains her strength.
4) Those out traveling.

Also, remember that our SS Christmas party is this Saturday.  Let Marie know if you are coming.  Hope to see everyone there!

Prayer Requests - November 7th

1.  Lauren - Continue to pray for her grandfather as the doctors try to decide the best course of action.

2.  Paul - Pray for patience and peace as he waits to hear the results from his graduate school exams.

3.  Pray for those in the class seeking jobs.

4.  Alexis - Pray for her family as they deal with the very recent loss of her grandfather.

Prayer Requests - October 25th

1.  Kimberly Dobbs – does not have feeling in her legs, making it hard to stand

 

2.  Lauren Kirk’s grandfather – in rehab hospital; making improvement

 

3.  Alexis Hill’s brother, Brett – in the Army and going to Afghanistan; not sure of his salvation

 

4.  Marie Kitchings – still looking for a job; getting discouraged

 

5.  Paul Nelson - recovering from illness.

Prayer Requests - October 10

1. Lauren & Adam - (From Lauren) My grandfather, Charles, has been at MCG Hospital in Augusta since Thursday. He has an infection in his blood, his heart beat is way too high, and his prostate is very swollen. He is having more test done on Monday and we should know the exact problem and the treatment he will need tomorrow. Please keep Papa (Charles), gradmother (Joyce), all the doctors and our family in your prayers.


2.  Kimberly - Her husband should be home toward the beginning of November.  Pray for safekeeping until then and safe travel.  Also, pray that the time passes quickly for Kimberly.

3.  Amberly - Had her 6 mo. checkup for her thyroid on Monday.  Pray that there are no signs of recurrence, and that the doctor gives her a clean bill of health.

4.  Reg - Pray for Reg and his whole family as he travels to Emory in Atlanta this week.  Pray for the doctors, and pray for a peace for the family.

October 3rd Prayer Requests

1.  Kimberly - Pray for her little girl that has been sick for awhile and cannot kick the symptoms.

2.  Tyler - Fell off ladder at work - they think he has a broken rib.  Pray for quick healing and that he will be able to go back to work without too much pain.

September 19 - Prayer Requests

1.  Erika - Pray for her mom who has been dealing with medical problems for several years now.  She has has been suffering from an attach with these problems lately.  Also, pray for Erika's grandmother whose memory is slipping.  Pray that Erika's Mom will be able to handle all that is on her plate (dealing with her illness and her mothers).

2.  Jessica - Pray for her grandmother - she was recently diagnosed with a serious disease.  Pray for her to know how to deal with this news.  Also, pray for Jessica and the rest of her family as they are planning a wedding renewal ceremony for her grandmother and grandfather.  Pray that everything will get worked out and that the grandparents will be in good health to participate in the celebration.
                 - Also, pray for wisdom for Tyler and Jessica as they prayerful decide whether or not they will have another child.

3.  Debra & Mike - Pray for both of their mothers - both are fighting illnesses.

4.  Marie - Praise that she is having several job interviews.  Pray for those to go well and for a positive outcome to be seen in the near future.

5.  Corey & Brittany - Pray for wisdom as Brittany goes through interviews to decide where she will go to school, and help them have a peace in the decision making process.

6.  Emily & Joe - Pray for them as they schedule their upcoming move.  Pray that the move goes as smoothly as possible on all fronts including their 2 year old son handling it well, getting themselves and their possessions to their new town, and that they are able to find a house.

7.  Janet & Lane - Pray for the new baby, Elijah, and for the rest of the family as they go through this adjustment period.

8.  Will & Lisseth - Pray for their son Daniel who has been sick a lot lately.

Also, remember our Sunday School social this Saturday evening (25th) at the Maxey's.  We will start at 5 PM.  The UGA/Miss St  kickoff is 7 PM.  You are invited to stay as long as you can. 

Email Mike or Debra if you have any questions.  Looking forward to seeing everyone!

Prayer Requests

Sorry I didn't get these posted earlier this week!  Here are the prayer requests.

1) Traveling safety for Mike and Debra.  They are taking two cars so watch over both of them as they drive.
2) Janet and Lane's baby due any day.

3) Abbi and Joel as they are traveling back home.

4) Joe and Emiley as they are waiting to find out where they will be stationed.

5) Mare as she continues to search for a job to find one soon and not get discouraged.

6) Cami's mother, Ann Queen, who has lung cancer.

7) For our entire class.

We will be starting a new series next week.

August 29th - Prayer Requests

1.  Matt & Amberly - Amberly's grandfather died last week.  Pray for the family as they deal with this loss.

2.  Bill & Nancy - Their daughter Katy was in a car wreck.  Thankfully, she is fine, but she is going to have the doctor check out her ACL.  Pray that everything is ok with her ACL.  Also, be praying for her to find a car to replace the one she lost in the accident.

3.  Lane & Janet - Janet is due on September 5th.  Pray for a smooth next few days and that the delivery goes smoothly.

4.  Joe & Emily - Pray for them to have a peace about decisions they are trying to make. 

Prayer Request - August 15th

1.  Abbi - Pray for Michael and Karyn Brown in their pursuit to adopt a child from Nepal.  See this blog for more details - http://www.newbrownchild.blogspot.com/

2.  Chris Weldon and his wife are home safely from China with their new child.  Pray for this transition period to go smoothly.

3.  Clay - Pray for his mom to have a safe and enjoyable trip (on a cruise to Hawaii).

4.  Happy birthday to Bill (August 15th).  Also, pray for Bill & Nancy's friend Diane who is dealing with cancer.  The doctors do not think there are any more treatments to try.  Pray for the family as they deal with this difficult time.

5.  Kimberly Dobbs - Pray for safety for her husband, Jeremy, who is stationed overseas.

6.  Continue to pray for those that are searching for jobs in the class.

Immediate Prayer Request

Update:

“Beryl is out of surgery. Doctor was able to get a liter of accumulated blood and fluid out. She will stay on respirator in ICU until tomorrow and then will see how she is.”

Please continue to pray for Beryl and her family.

Please pray for Beryl Richards (Bro. Bill’s assistant) – she is going back into surgery as I send this to remove fluid from her lungs. She is very weak and her daughter is very concerned. I will send updates as we hear. She may have to be put back into ICU after surgery. 

Debra

July 25 - Prayer Requests

1.  Most of the class will be traveling this weekend.  Pray for safe travel.

2.  Erika - Pray for her cousin that is having her 4th child this Thursday.

3.  Debra - Pray for her sister Dinah.  She had a biopsy on Thursday and is waiting to hear the results.  Pray for the cancer to be benign.

4.  Pray for Sam who is leaving for training and will then go on to his mission destination.

5.  Mike - Pray for Mr. Crawford who is very ill and is not expected to live for very much longer.  Pray for the family as they deal with this loss.

Prayer Requests - July 10

1.  Jessica - pray for her friend Lauren, she is waiting to hear results from the doctors about her lymph nodes.  Also, be praying for Tyler who is ill with strep throat.  Remember Jessica as she works with the guard at camp over the next week or so.  Pray that the heat will be bearable and that everyone will stay hydrated.

2.  Ericka - praise: her friend gave birth to a healthy baby.  Request: for business to pick up and start bringing in more money.

3.  Bill - His friend, Stan, a pastor, found out that he has cancer.  It seems that there are no treatments, and he is only in his late 40s.  Pray for the family and the doctors to know how to deal with this new discovery.

4.  Debra - her sister, Dinah, has a re-occurrence of breast cancer.

5.  Kip - he has found some new job openings to apply for in the area they will be living.  Pray that something will work out and be a great opportunity.  Also, pray for their upcoming move on July 19th.

6.  Marie - has a job interview on Friday.  Pray that it will go well, and that all of her hard work will come to fruition.

High School Mission Trip

Below is the link to the website where the high school mission trip will be updated.  We can follow the progress of the mission trip to Snoqualmie, WA using this site.

Remember to pray from Mike and Jim as they are helping with this mission.

http://www.collisiononmission.com/

Jim in one of the bedrooms on mission

June 20 - Prayer Requests

1.  Jim (Mike & Debra's son) - Working C-3 Camp this week.  Also continue to pray for Mike & Jim's upcoming trip to Seattle (July 1).  Pray that both Jim and Mike are well (over their illness) when it is time to leave.
2.  Devin - Pray for Greg who has paralysis in one of his eyes due to a build up of pressure.  He also just found out that he is diabetic.
3.  Josh (Bill & Nancy's son) - Pray for mission trip in Arizona.

Upcoming Events:
Cookout on July 24th at 6:00 p.m. at Paul & Erika's.  Directions and more information to follow.