Today's New or Time-Sensitive Update

Aug 25

Jeff Folkersma, was admitted to Meijer heart center this morning for a heart catherizartion and possible  open heart bypass surgery, hopefully scheduled by the end of the week.

Cooper, son of Suzanne Bates. 

Cooper is 15 and is on the spectrum dealing with multiple mental health issues. Cooper attempted to take his life and is currently an inpatient and is seeking treatment. Suzanne is requesting prayers for Cooper to  seek the light and love of Jesus and to be covered with the arms of the Holy Spirit, filled with God’s love.  If you would like to send a positive note or encouragement to Cooper you can reach out to Pastor Noah or Suzanne directly.

People who are dealing with cancer

Steve Cowgill

Betty Oosterhouse

Stacy Smith

Tarah Sproul

Long-term care

Lee Pipe

Hospice

Grieving

New Births/Adoptions

Church family, we want to be aware of your new additions. We would love it if you could let us know when your family has expanded. Thank you!

Physical needs 

Aug 14

Ann Hair's friend Pam has requested prayer as far and wide as possible for an upcoming surgery for her spine including rods and pins in four places due to anterolisthesis a type of spondylolisthesis, neuroforaminal stenosis, and focal synovial joint cyst! She is asking for prayers that her surgery would go great with no complications and fast recovery.

Aug 9

Robin Runals, ankle replacement surgery went well, but she still has 4 weeks with no weight baring, then 6 weeks in a boot. There is considerable pain and difficulties getting around. They also would be blessed if you supported them via Peace's  meal train  ministry.

Aug 19 Update

Praise the Lord for answered prayer for my brother Rick! Tests show that his esophageal cancer is localized and not spread elsewhere.  He will now undergo chemo and radiation therapy, followed by surgery over the next few months and his prognosis looks much better than .  Please continue prayers for his full recovery.

Original Request: July 26

David Minnaar's brother, Rick, is suffering from anxiety/depression on physical health problems.  He is undergoing medical tests on Monday for inability to eat due to esophagus pain. He also suffers from severe acid reflux and AFib.

Heidi

Aug 22 Update

Heidi has had an amazing week! She is off the vent! Heather is here and she smiled at her when she arrived and when she left! With the speaker on her trach she said two words yesturday at appropriate times! Still lots of things need healing but huge answers to prayer! Thank- you all! Please continue praying!

(Original request: Tuesday July 15th. Our missionaries Mark and Heather Overbeek are asking for urgent prayer. Heather Overbeek’s twin sister Heidi and husband were involved in serious cycle accident on Saturday. 

Ron DeWeerd

Aug 7 

Please continue to pray his ongoing appointments with specialists to monitor his progress, and is dealing with some inflamation in the sinus area. Ron is happy to be able to negotiate stairs and is getting out occasionally. Pray for strength and healing for his eyes, and that he will be able to schedule appointements in a timely manner to help in his recovery.

Stacy Smith

Aug 24 Update: All went welll, good test results and smooth treatment! 

Aug 11 Update:Pray for Stacy as she continues her tests and treatment. For good results, peace of mind, and courage.

In Assisted Living

Mary Bybee, The Village of Heather Hills in Grand Rapids.

Pat and Tom VanTol, Legacies Assisted Living Center in Caledonia

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