Praises, travel mercies:
The big praise, of course: the birthday of our Lord and Savior.
John Flowers offered praises for safe travel: his son JK and daughter-in-law Crystal arrived safely in Atlanta to spend Christmas with her family.
We ask also for travel mercies for everyone returning home today, with the threat of a snow storm in the area and points south. Dee Heyden's niece Julia is on her way to visit her, passing through Kentucky yesterday.
Prayer requests:
The Zerkle family (very active in the children's ministry) are home sick today; we pray for a quick general recovery.
John asked for prayers for the Flowers family, beginning preparations for the annual Valentine's day dinner at PCBC.
Mike Benfield was visiting our class today, since their Couples class was all away; he asked for prayers for a colleague, Nick Khazal, laid off recently. We pray that he may find his way spiritually, and we pray he may find Jesus; and we also pray that he may find work.
Larry Springer reports that his wife Nora continues to do well; that they visited family for Christmas dinner and things went smoothly. They are both battling colds.
We continue to pray for the Bolton family; for Cathy's dad, Ron Smith; and for Bill Rickard, battling leukemia. We're also praying for Diana Heyden and her daughter Kristin, and for Cheryl Hartung (Jerry and Tamara Pruitt's daughter) going in for surgery on the 28th.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the people suffering the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Thursday, December 23, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday12/19/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
We welcomed two guests to class: Diane Heyden and her daughter, Kristin. A special-call (short) business meeting was held at the beginning of the 11 a.m. service for the purpose of voting on inviting Jay Holladay to be our new youth pastor. The vote was unanimous in favor. Jay and his family are expected at Potomac Crest around 9 January.
We had a good visit at the Flowers' home on Saturday -- a smaller crowd than we would have preferred, but we had a good time and ate extremely well. John adds praises (and relief) for being done with the big proposal at work; they are now in the negotiation phase.
Prayer requests:
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for a work situation -- a couple of colleagues fighting at her workplace.
Our visitors, Diane and Kristin, asked for prayers. They are both, mother and daughter, going through a difficult situation related to divorces. Please pray for endurance and for the ability to let go of anger, and trust in God to help them find their way.
John Clement asked for prayers for his son Jay: he is battling depression again, and has come down with strep throat -- and he can't take his antidepressants and his antibiotics at the same time. We ask that he find his way forward; the holidays are hard -- there is a lot of separation going on in his life.
Jerry Pruitt (greeter at the 8:30 services, deacon candidate) asked that we put his daughter Cheryl Hartung on our prayer list . She is going to have surgery on December 28; Jerry said it was a touchy operation.
Also, Harry Stickley (a deacon) asked for prayers for a coworker, Samantha. He writes: "My co-worker Samantha was contacted by her doctor earlier this week while she was on travel to come in immediately because of test results. Samantha was overseas so could not go. She is reluctant to hear bad news so decided not to see the doctor even after she returned from the trip. Apparently the doctor called again today urging her to come in to discuss the test results and “options”. Samantha says that she does not want to hear bad news so will wait and see the doctor next week. I told her that we would pray for her but I’m not exactly sure what to pray, except that her condition is not life-threatening."
Becky Bolton said things with her family are good, but issues are still difficult (some financial). Becky finished her second semester of nursing school with great grades; Jason is doing well at CDL training, and hopes he can find a job at the end of training, in mid-January. She asked that we continue to pray for the family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find their way forward, with God's help.
We continue to pray for Cathy's dad, Ron Smith; and for Bill Rickard, battling leukemia. He's back home and doing better.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the people suffering the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
We welcomed two guests to class: Diane Heyden and her daughter, Kristin. A special-call (short) business meeting was held at the beginning of the 11 a.m. service for the purpose of voting on inviting Jay Holladay to be our new youth pastor. The vote was unanimous in favor. Jay and his family are expected at Potomac Crest around 9 January.
We had a good visit at the Flowers' home on Saturday -- a smaller crowd than we would have preferred, but we had a good time and ate extremely well. John adds praises (and relief) for being done with the big proposal at work; they are now in the negotiation phase.
Prayer requests:
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for a work situation -- a couple of colleagues fighting at her workplace.
Our visitors, Diane and Kristin, asked for prayers. They are both, mother and daughter, going through a difficult situation related to divorces. Please pray for endurance and for the ability to let go of anger, and trust in God to help them find their way.
John Clement asked for prayers for his son Jay: he is battling depression again, and has come down with strep throat -- and he can't take his antidepressants and his antibiotics at the same time. We ask that he find his way forward; the holidays are hard -- there is a lot of separation going on in his life.
Jerry Pruitt (greeter at the 8:30 services, deacon candidate) asked that we put his daughter Cheryl Hartung on our prayer list . She is going to have surgery on December 28; Jerry said it was a touchy operation.
Also, Harry Stickley (a deacon) asked for prayers for a coworker, Samantha. He writes: "My co-worker Samantha was contacted by her doctor earlier this week while she was on travel to come in immediately because of test results. Samantha was overseas so could not go. She is reluctant to hear bad news so decided not to see the doctor even after she returned from the trip. Apparently the doctor called again today urging her to come in to discuss the test results and “options”. Samantha says that she does not want to hear bad news so will wait and see the doctor next week. I told her that we would pray for her but I’m not exactly sure what to pray, except that her condition is not life-threatening."
Becky Bolton said things with her family are good, but issues are still difficult (some financial). Becky finished her second semester of nursing school with great grades; Jason is doing well at CDL training, and hopes he can find a job at the end of training, in mid-January. She asked that we continue to pray for the family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find their way forward, with God's help.
We continue to pray for Cathy's dad, Ron Smith; and for Bill Rickard, battling leukemia. He's back home and doing better.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the people suffering the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday12/12/2010
A note: the Sunday School class is planning to gather at the Flowers' home next Saturday, December 18 at 3 p.m. As usual, John will grill meats, and all class members and former classmates are invited to join in, bring a side dish or beverages, and help us all wish each other a Merry Christmas! Let either of the Johns know if you are planning to attend and what you think you will bring. All recipients of this email are most welcome!
Praises, travel mercies:
Phillip Ridgway is back home from overseas travel. We also celebrate the visit of the youth pastor under consideration, Jay Holladay and his family.
Larry Springer offered praises; his wife Nora continues doing very well on her new medication, and he is still hoping to bring her to church soon.
We offer praises and continued prayers again for Bill Rickard and his family, now back home in Woodbridge from his stay at Duke University Hospital. He did so well in his first treatment that he is back sooner than they had anticipated.
Claudia McManamey had a bunch of praises to the Lord for herself and her family. Not only is this the one-year anniversary of her coming down with Guillain-Barre syndrome (and her recovery is close to complete), but her daughter Tara has been chosen as clinical nurse specialist graduate of the year for her class, and her other daughter Dawn has earned her Master's of Divinity from Regent University. And her son John, who has been struggling with his job and income issues, is looking at a strong job possibility, perhaps as soon as late December. It has been wonderful to see Claudia and Jim back in Sunday School.
Prayer requests:
Gail Byrd-Ryder asked for prayers for herself. She still has the two foster children, and they are a continuing challenge. She also asked for prayers for her niece, Angel, 8 years old; she has been admitted to Children's Hospital.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her father, Ron Smith. He had an MRI Friday; they found an aneurysm. He also has a small cancerous mass on his neck. He is very worried, if anything more about the cancer than the aneurysm. We pray for medical discernment and for his continued health and peace of mind.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her friend Donna, suffering from severe back pain. She had an MRI last week. Suspicion is that she has an inflamed disk in addition to chronic arthritis.
We continue to pray for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find their way forward, with God's help. Jason starts commercial driver training on Monday.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the people suffering the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Praises, travel mercies:
Phillip Ridgway is back home from overseas travel. We also celebrate the visit of the youth pastor under consideration, Jay Holladay and his family.
Larry Springer offered praises; his wife Nora continues doing very well on her new medication, and he is still hoping to bring her to church soon.
We offer praises and continued prayers again for Bill Rickard and his family, now back home in Woodbridge from his stay at Duke University Hospital. He did so well in his first treatment that he is back sooner than they had anticipated.
Claudia McManamey had a bunch of praises to the Lord for herself and her family. Not only is this the one-year anniversary of her coming down with Guillain-Barre syndrome (and her recovery is close to complete), but her daughter Tara has been chosen as clinical nurse specialist graduate of the year for her class, and her other daughter Dawn has earned her Master's of Divinity from Regent University. And her son John, who has been struggling with his job and income issues, is looking at a strong job possibility, perhaps as soon as late December. It has been wonderful to see Claudia and Jim back in Sunday School.
Prayer requests:
Gail Byrd-Ryder asked for prayers for herself. She still has the two foster children, and they are a continuing challenge. She also asked for prayers for her niece, Angel, 8 years old; she has been admitted to Children's Hospital.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her father, Ron Smith. He had an MRI Friday; they found an aneurysm. He also has a small cancerous mass on his neck. He is very worried, if anything more about the cancer than the aneurysm. We pray for medical discernment and for his continued health and peace of mind.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her friend Donna, suffering from severe back pain. She had an MRI last week. Suspicion is that she has an inflamed disk in addition to chronic arthritis.
We continue to pray for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find their way forward, with God's help. Jason starts commercial driver training on Monday.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the people suffering the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Monday, December 6, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday12/5/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Phillip Ridgway is on overseas travel. We wish him safe travels.
Larry Springer offered vehement praises; his wife Nora is doing very well on new medication, and he is hoping to bring her to church soon.
We offer praises and continued prayers for Bill Rickard and his family, under treatment at Duke University Hospital. His white cell count is in the normal range, and he is doing so well he was sent to his hotel room, out of the hospital, for the weekend. If the count remains stable, they can take his bone marrow for the next phase of his treatment.
The church held a successful business meeting/fried chicken lunch Sunday after the second service. Praises for all who participated, brought food... We approved a budget for 2011, voted in some new deacons, and named Cathy Clement incoming chair of the Finance Committee.
Prayer requests:
Again, not too many prayer requests. Claudia McManamey is home sick. Nothing too serious, just a case of the flu.
We continue to pray for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the people suffering the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
A note: the Sunday School class is planning to gather at the Flowers' home on Sunday, December 18 at 3 p.m. As usual, John will grill meats, and all class members and former classmates are invited to join in, bring a side dish, and help us all wish each other a Merry Christmas! Let either of the Johns know if you are planning to attend. All recipients of this email are most welcome!
Phillip Ridgway is on overseas travel. We wish him safe travels.
Larry Springer offered vehement praises; his wife Nora is doing very well on new medication, and he is hoping to bring her to church soon.
We offer praises and continued prayers for Bill Rickard and his family, under treatment at Duke University Hospital. His white cell count is in the normal range, and he is doing so well he was sent to his hotel room, out of the hospital, for the weekend. If the count remains stable, they can take his bone marrow for the next phase of his treatment.
The church held a successful business meeting/fried chicken lunch Sunday after the second service. Praises for all who participated, brought food... We approved a budget for 2011, voted in some new deacons, and named Cathy Clement incoming chair of the Finance Committee.
Prayer requests:
Again, not too many prayer requests. Claudia McManamey is home sick. Nothing too serious, just a case of the flu.
We continue to pray for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the people suffering the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
A note: the Sunday School class is planning to gather at the Flowers' home on Sunday, December 18 at 3 p.m. As usual, John will grill meats, and all class members and former classmates are invited to join in, bring a side dish, and help us all wish each other a Merry Christmas! Let either of the Johns know if you are planning to attend. All recipients of this email are most welcome!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 11/21/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Cathy Clement is in Fairhope, Alabama, visiting her daughter Veronica. We pray for a great visit and travel mercies -- she returns Monday.
Rhonda Pierce had a strong praise: her daughter Brittney has signed up for another semester at her college in SW Virginia, which means she has (at least for the moment) given up her plans to return home. Dwayne and Rhonda will be visiting them for Thanksgiving, so we add them to the travel mercies list.
We had visitors at our class: Amanda and Danny Cox -- Danny is Gina McDonald's brother. The trio sang beautifully at the services. They are most welcome; we hope they will come back.
Larry Springer offered a praise. His wife, Nora, still appears to be taking her medication and seeing her psychiatrist regularly. She has now been out of resident therapy for a week, and Larry and Nora have made an agreement that will allow Nora to drive.
John Flowers offered praise for many (work, home, and other) situations; there is much going on, and God's hand is clearly visible in all of it. JK and Crystal, and the rest of the family, will be at John and Lydia's home for Thanksgiving.
Jim McManamey offered praise: he's been in a very intense work situation, and 2-3 folks at work have offered help, which he did not expect. Claudia's recovery continues strong, but (see below)...
Prayer requests:
Claudia McManamey said she had perhaps been overdoing it a bit; she is feeling very much better, but she has fallen a couple of times, once backwards into the bathroom tub. No long-term damage, but bruises and aches. Jim says we need to pray for her not to be disappointed with herself, and also to pray that she will not overdo this week preparing for many visitors to their home.
Phil Ridgway asked for prayers for the daughter of his friend Daishia Shackleford. Grace is an 8(10?) year-old, who has been suffering with lymphoma for a while. Doctors had thought she was in remission, but she is having ups and downs that make it difficult for her to consistently attend school. We pray for her full recovery. Phil also asked for prayers for his mom, Vicki, who took a bad fall and dislocated her arm, broke (and cut) her nose, and other lesser hurts. He also asked for prayers for calm and relief for Sue Fitzhugh, who will have worked nine days straight going into the coming Wednesday before Thanksgiving... She will be off for Thanksgiving, though.
We pray for recovery for Kevin Meade, who is undergoing chemotherapy for a cancer behind his sinus cavity.
Dwayne Pierce asked again for prayers for his sister Daphne, whose marriage is breaking up. The husband has been violent; we pray that things get back to civility.
We're still praying for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help. We're also praying for Bill Rickard and his wife Sherry, as he continues his chemotherapy at Duke University Hospital.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the victims of the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Cathy Clement is in Fairhope, Alabama, visiting her daughter Veronica. We pray for a great visit and travel mercies -- she returns Monday.
Rhonda Pierce had a strong praise: her daughter Brittney has signed up for another semester at her college in SW Virginia, which means she has (at least for the moment) given up her plans to return home. Dwayne and Rhonda will be visiting them for Thanksgiving, so we add them to the travel mercies list.
We had visitors at our class: Amanda and Danny Cox -- Danny is Gina McDonald's brother. The trio sang beautifully at the services. They are most welcome; we hope they will come back.
Larry Springer offered a praise. His wife, Nora, still appears to be taking her medication and seeing her psychiatrist regularly. She has now been out of resident therapy for a week, and Larry and Nora have made an agreement that will allow Nora to drive.
John Flowers offered praise for many (work, home, and other) situations; there is much going on, and God's hand is clearly visible in all of it. JK and Crystal, and the rest of the family, will be at John and Lydia's home for Thanksgiving.
Jim McManamey offered praise: he's been in a very intense work situation, and 2-3 folks at work have offered help, which he did not expect. Claudia's recovery continues strong, but (see below)...
Prayer requests:
Claudia McManamey said she had perhaps been overdoing it a bit; she is feeling very much better, but she has fallen a couple of times, once backwards into the bathroom tub. No long-term damage, but bruises and aches. Jim says we need to pray for her not to be disappointed with herself, and also to pray that she will not overdo this week preparing for many visitors to their home.
Phil Ridgway asked for prayers for the daughter of his friend Daishia Shackleford. Grace is an 8(10?) year-old, who has been suffering with lymphoma for a while. Doctors had thought she was in remission, but she is having ups and downs that make it difficult for her to consistently attend school. We pray for her full recovery. Phil also asked for prayers for his mom, Vicki, who took a bad fall and dislocated her arm, broke (and cut) her nose, and other lesser hurts. He also asked for prayers for calm and relief for Sue Fitzhugh, who will have worked nine days straight going into the coming Wednesday before Thanksgiving... She will be off for Thanksgiving, though.
We pray for recovery for Kevin Meade, who is undergoing chemotherapy for a cancer behind his sinus cavity.
Dwayne Pierce asked again for prayers for his sister Daphne, whose marriage is breaking up. The husband has been violent; we pray that things get back to civility.
We're still praying for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help. We're also praying for Bill Rickard and his wife Sherry, as he continues his chemotherapy at Duke University Hospital.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the victims of the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Friday, November 19, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 11/14/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Larry Springer said his wife returned home last Saturday. Her prescription has been changed, and she seems -- well, normal. She even made brownies.
The Flowers family had son JK and JK's wife Crystal visiting this weekend, and they came to church.
Four generations of Boltons (well, three in our class) were with us this Sunday: Becky's grandmother, her aunt, her parents, Becky herself... and the children in the nursery. Wonderful to have them all.
Cathy Clement will be traveling to Alabama this coming weekend to visit with her daughter. We wish her travel mercies, a good visit and a prompt return.
Prayer requests:
Mary Dunlap asked for prayers for her ex-husband, Jim. He has been laid off from his job, and the unemployment board is questioning his payments; he is very upset and worried. Pray for success in finding another job, and forbearance from the unemployment folks.
Claudia and Jim McManamey attended Sunday School! Claudia is doing very well. She mentioned her granddaughter Kathryn (recovering from mononucleosis); she is doing well, but she has three weeks' worth of missed school work to catch up on.
We're still praying for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the victims of the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Larry Springer said his wife returned home last Saturday. Her prescription has been changed, and she seems -- well, normal. She even made brownies.
The Flowers family had son JK and JK's wife Crystal visiting this weekend, and they came to church.
Four generations of Boltons (well, three in our class) were with us this Sunday: Becky's grandmother, her aunt, her parents, Becky herself... and the children in the nursery. Wonderful to have them all.
Cathy Clement will be traveling to Alabama this coming weekend to visit with her daughter. We wish her travel mercies, a good visit and a prompt return.
Prayer requests:
Mary Dunlap asked for prayers for her ex-husband, Jim. He has been laid off from his job, and the unemployment board is questioning his payments; he is very upset and worried. Pray for success in finding another job, and forbearance from the unemployment folks.
Claudia and Jim McManamey attended Sunday School! Claudia is doing very well. She mentioned her granddaughter Kathryn (recovering from mononucleosis); she is doing well, but she has three weeks' worth of missed school work to catch up on.
We're still praying for the Bolton family's needs, financial and otherwise. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as the victims of the cholera epidemic in Haiti.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 11/7/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Pastor Doug is on the middle leg of a marathon tour that took him to the Newport News area, then to Fort Campbell to baptize his granddaughter, and now heading back home. We hope he has easy travels and manages to get some peace and quiet.
Prayer requests:
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her daughter Staci, working on career decisions. Sue prays she will decide to keep working on her biology/premed degree...
Larry Springer reports that his wife Nora is back in institutional care; a magistrate's hearing took place on Monday. She needs help, but Larry is worried that she will be released without adequate medical treatment. We pray for discernment by the system and healing for Nora.
Rhonda Pierce asked for continued prayers for her daughter Brittney's decisions. She is still staying with her grandmother, and has childcare and transportation help, but she keeps saying she wants to return to this area, where she has none of these things unless she can pay for them... Dwayne Pierce asked for prayers for his older sister Daphne, who is in a very volatile marital situation, which is currently involving physical violence.
Becky Bolton mentioned both praises and prayers. God's blessings are too numerous to mention, but there are still needs. Financial ones, for one; Jason is trying to find work and some way to help the family. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help.
We are still praying for Susan Robinson, still weak but gradually recovering at home.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from the volcanic eruption and tsunami in Indonesia, floods in Pakistan, and the earthquake (and now cholera epidemic) in Haiti.
Pastor Doug is on the middle leg of a marathon tour that took him to the Newport News area, then to Fort Campbell to baptize his granddaughter, and now heading back home. We hope he has easy travels and manages to get some peace and quiet.
Prayer requests:
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her daughter Staci, working on career decisions. Sue prays she will decide to keep working on her biology/premed degree...
Larry Springer reports that his wife Nora is back in institutional care; a magistrate's hearing took place on Monday. She needs help, but Larry is worried that she will be released without adequate medical treatment. We pray for discernment by the system and healing for Nora.
Rhonda Pierce asked for continued prayers for her daughter Brittney's decisions. She is still staying with her grandmother, and has childcare and transportation help, but she keeps saying she wants to return to this area, where she has none of these things unless she can pay for them... Dwayne Pierce asked for prayers for his older sister Daphne, who is in a very volatile marital situation, which is currently involving physical violence.
Becky Bolton mentioned both praises and prayers. God's blessings are too numerous to mention, but there are still needs. Financial ones, for one; Jason is trying to find work and some way to help the family. We pray that Becky and Jason will find the way forward, with God's help.
We are still praying for Susan Robinson, still weak but gradually recovering at home.
Also, please pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from the volcanic eruption and tsunami in Indonesia, floods in Pakistan, and the earthquake (and now cholera epidemic) in Haiti.
Monday, October 25, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 10/24/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
The men's retreat was this weekend. Thirteen men at peak, a good number. We laughed, we prayed, we shared fellowship... we want to have a Kingdom impact, with the Lord guiding us.
John Flowers has been working on outreach to the church's immediate neighborhoods. He has a praise -- many volunteers have stepped forward to pass out leaflets and speak to neighbors. We hope to have everyone know we are here, at least.
The benefit for Bill Rickard and his family was a rocking success, praise the Lord! Many people came this past Saturday, much spaghetti was prepared and eaten, stuff was auctioned off, and we collected $25,000 to help with their medical expenses! Thanks to our church and our Savior.
Becky Bolton offered a praise: she has found a Christian counselor who will help her and Jason. He will be out of prison this coming week (see below).
Prayer requests:
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for her daughter. She is currently living with her grandparents, and she has lots of help with her child and can go to school. She wants to return home, and Rhonda worries that she won't have the same conveniences -- pray that she will decide not to return, for her own good.
Becky Bolton asked for prayers for her family. Jason is being released from prison this coming week, and they are trying to arrange transitional housing for him.
Bree Dunlap (Mary's daughter) has obtained her temporary driver's (learner's) permit. Please pray for patience for Mary, and safety for all concerned.
We're praying for the success of the fall festival next Sunday, that we may reach many neighbors and people in our community. Also, pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and the earthquake in Haiti.
The men's retreat was this weekend. Thirteen men at peak, a good number. We laughed, we prayed, we shared fellowship... we want to have a Kingdom impact, with the Lord guiding us.
John Flowers has been working on outreach to the church's immediate neighborhoods. He has a praise -- many volunteers have stepped forward to pass out leaflets and speak to neighbors. We hope to have everyone know we are here, at least.
The benefit for Bill Rickard and his family was a rocking success, praise the Lord! Many people came this past Saturday, much spaghetti was prepared and eaten, stuff was auctioned off, and we collected $25,000 to help with their medical expenses! Thanks to our church and our Savior.
Becky Bolton offered a praise: she has found a Christian counselor who will help her and Jason. He will be out of prison this coming week (see below).
Prayer requests:
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for her daughter. She is currently living with her grandparents, and she has lots of help with her child and can go to school. She wants to return home, and Rhonda worries that she won't have the same conveniences -- pray that she will decide not to return, for her own good.
Becky Bolton asked for prayers for her family. Jason is being released from prison this coming week, and they are trying to arrange transitional housing for him.
Bree Dunlap (Mary's daughter) has obtained her temporary driver's (learner's) permit. Please pray for patience for Mary, and safety for all concerned.
We're praying for the success of the fall festival next Sunday, that we may reach many neighbors and people in our community. Also, pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and the earthquake in Haiti.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 10/3/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Cathy Clement was down in Fairhope, AL, this weekend, visiting her daughter Veronica, who had her tonsils out. Since she is 16, this is a bigger deal than if she was younger. She was sore, had trouble eating... she's doing much better now. Cathy is back home safe, anyhow.
Phil RIdgway had knee surgery on Monday. Sue reports he is doing quite well, moving about and getting some sleep. Praises for the Physician, the doctors, pharma, and Phil's knee.
Mary Dunlap offered praises: for her former boss, Mr. Tom Blake, recovering well from pneumonia (it wasn't lung cancer). Mary's friend Jody's father passed away, after a severe illness; Mary praised that Jody seems to be adjusting well. And she also offered praises for her brother, still healing well from having a plate inserted in his spine at the neck, relieving some nerve pressure and severe headaches...
Lots of praises this week. Rhonda Pierce gave praise: a person was hired at her job, and (after she finishes training them) she will only have to do one job. She also mentioned her father, who had a stent put in and seems to be doing well.
Phil Ridgway offered prayers and praises for his friend Paul Ebert, recovering from a bad motorcycle accident.
Becky Bolton offered continued praises for God's work in her family's life.
Larry Springer offered praise; he and Nora had a civil interaction, and she asked him to do something for her.
Prayer requests:
John Flowers asked for prayers for Lydia, who is still on job search.
Gail Ryder is doing well with her two foster babies. Now, if the Lord will only help her by letting the four-year-old sleep past 4 a.m. ...
Sue Fitzhugh asked for a friend, 'Please keep Patrick Rotchford in prayer, he is Active Duty sailor and assigned out of the country. He witnessed a tragedy when a skiff capsized; several lost lives witnessed while trying to save others and console parents where their children were. He is having a difficult time dealing with what he witnessed.'
Sue said her daughter Staci has finally decided not to participate in the National American Miss pageant, so she can focus on her studies. It was a difficult decision.
John Clement mentioned his son Jay; he still doesn't seem to be ready to follow the path; he needs Jesus to guide him. Please keep praying for him; we know he's aware folks are praying for him.
Cathy Clement mentioned her sister's sister-in-law, Donna Oler, passed away; she had been suffering from lung cancer.
We are also praying for Gina McDonald's mom Beth (colon cancer); Sue Fitzhugh's mom, fighting kidney failure; Claudia McManamey's former hospital roommate, Mary Alice, having trouble recovering from a car accident; John's coworker, Betty Suber; various classes going on at the church...
Deb Talbot of our church is still asking for prayer support and "...please pass the word on that my sister Leslie O'Neal and her 8 year old daughter are looking for a VERY inexpensive room/basement to rent in the Woodbridge area. Leslie works off Dale Boulevard and Mya is going to school in this area. they are temporarily living with my grandmother and aunt in a retirement community and Mya can only stay there 90 days."
We're praying for the success of the fall festival, that we may reach many neighbors and people in our community. Also, pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Cathy Clement was down in Fairhope, AL, this weekend, visiting her daughter Veronica, who had her tonsils out. Since she is 16, this is a bigger deal than if she was younger. She was sore, had trouble eating... she's doing much better now. Cathy is back home safe, anyhow.
Phil RIdgway had knee surgery on Monday. Sue reports he is doing quite well, moving about and getting some sleep. Praises for the Physician, the doctors, pharma, and Phil's knee.
Mary Dunlap offered praises: for her former boss, Mr. Tom Blake, recovering well from pneumonia (it wasn't lung cancer). Mary's friend Jody's father passed away, after a severe illness; Mary praised that Jody seems to be adjusting well. And she also offered praises for her brother, still healing well from having a plate inserted in his spine at the neck, relieving some nerve pressure and severe headaches...
Lots of praises this week. Rhonda Pierce gave praise: a person was hired at her job, and (after she finishes training them) she will only have to do one job. She also mentioned her father, who had a stent put in and seems to be doing well.
Phil Ridgway offered prayers and praises for his friend Paul Ebert, recovering from a bad motorcycle accident.
Becky Bolton offered continued praises for God's work in her family's life.
Larry Springer offered praise; he and Nora had a civil interaction, and she asked him to do something for her.
Prayer requests:
John Flowers asked for prayers for Lydia, who is still on job search.
Gail Ryder is doing well with her two foster babies. Now, if the Lord will only help her by letting the four-year-old sleep past 4 a.m. ...
Sue Fitzhugh asked for a friend, 'Please keep Patrick Rotchford in prayer, he is Active Duty sailor and assigned out of the country. He witnessed a tragedy when a skiff capsized; several lost lives witnessed while trying to save others and console parents where their children were. He is having a difficult time dealing with what he witnessed.'
Sue said her daughter Staci has finally decided not to participate in the National American Miss pageant, so she can focus on her studies. It was a difficult decision.
John Clement mentioned his son Jay; he still doesn't seem to be ready to follow the path; he needs Jesus to guide him. Please keep praying for him; we know he's aware folks are praying for him.
Cathy Clement mentioned her sister's sister-in-law, Donna Oler, passed away; she had been suffering from lung cancer.
We are also praying for Gina McDonald's mom Beth (colon cancer); Sue Fitzhugh's mom, fighting kidney failure; Claudia McManamey's former hospital roommate, Mary Alice, having trouble recovering from a car accident; John's coworker, Betty Suber; various classes going on at the church...
Deb Talbot of our church is still asking for prayer support and "...please pass the word on that my sister Leslie O'Neal and her 8 year old daughter are looking for a VERY inexpensive room/basement to rent in the Woodbridge area. Leslie works off Dale Boulevard and Mya is going to school in this area. they are temporarily living with my grandmother and aunt in a retirement community and Mya can only stay there 90 days."
We're praying for the success of the fall festival, that we may reach many neighbors and people in our community. Also, pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 9/26/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Phil Ridgway has returned safely from his travels.
John Clement's son Jay is out of jail; however, his heart is still uncertain and we're not sure he's on the path to recovery. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. He was very moved by everyone's letters and cards.
Jim McManamey said Claudia has been spending the week at the children's home in North Carolina, and by all accounts doing very well. He has every hope she will soon be able to come to both Sunday school and service.
Becky Bolton offered praises; she has begun to get to know her neighbors, and their kids come to the house and yard and play. She stays out to watch them, and has been able to chat with a few of the neighbor mothers. Jason has been writing her, and his letters show a change of heart; she is hopeful. He has been ministering to one of his fellow prisoners in jail. Jason's next court date is Tuesday; Becky is trying to see if an inpatient facility can be found where he can be located while waiting for sentencing. This will cost money, so there is much to pray about.
Cathy Clement will be traveling this weekend to visit her daughter, who will have her tonsils removed. Travel mercies, and successful recovery for Miss Veronica.
Prayer requests:
Gina McDonald asked for prayers for her mom. Beth has been diagnosed with colon cancer; she has been injected with a radioactive seed, and will also need a year of chemotherapy. She is not healthy; please pray for strength and endurance.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for her daughter to come to Christ. She is still handling two jobs, but she and Dwayne are surviving. Rhonda's dad had to have emergency surgery; there had been a risk he would lose his leg, but the doctors managed to save it. He's doing well in recovery.
Sue Fitzhugh mentioned her mom, either 79 or 80. She had back surgery, and is now undergoing further testing. There is worry that her kidneys are starting to fail. Please pray for healing and relief from pain.
Jim McManamey mentioned a former hospital roommate of Claudia's. Mary Alice had a serious car accident, and has had several surgeries; she still cannot put weight on one leg. Pray for encouragement and endurance; she is having a very hard time.
John Clement mentioned his coworker, Betty Suber. She is a very religious woman, and may have had a breakdown; she abruptly tried to resign. Her family asked that she be placed on medical leave, saying she needs her job and her medical coverage. Please pray for her recovery and for perspective for her and for her family (she has ailing parents and a 14-year-old daughter). Another coworker of John's, Ali Khan, has a perfect storm of family problems besetting him; please pray for peace in his house.
John Flowers mentioned a coworker, Paul Ebert, badly hurt in a motorcycle accident.
We remember all the classes ongoing or starting this Sunday: Becky Bolton and Deb Duty teaching a class on "when ungodly things happen to godly people"; Cathy Clement leading DivorceCare, and John leading GriefShare; also Doug teaching Bible studies, plus youth classes and Awana... Also, John Flowers is thinking of leading a class on the Truth Project.
We are also praying for a bunch of people: Donna Oler, Cathy's sister's sister-in-law, with spreading lung cancer; the Lorton family who lost their mother and two children; the families whose townhouses burned to the ground in Manassas; Sue Fitzhugh's coworker, whose wife lost her hand in a work-related accident, and who has lost one brother and may lose a second to brain cancer. Also, Cathy's brother R.L. who may have to go back to teaching middle school earth science.
Deb Talbot of our church is still asking for prayer support and "...please pass the word on that my sister Leslie O'Neal and her 8 year old daughter are looking for a VERY inexpensive room/basement to rent in the Woodbridge area. Leslie works off Dale Boulevard and Mya is going to school in this area. they are temporarily living with my grandmother and aunt in a retirement community and Mya can only stay there 90 days."
Still praying for John Flowers' wife Lydia, looking for work. Please keep praying for John Clement's son Jay, that he may find the path to recovery and, if possible, to faith in Jesus.
Also, pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Phil Ridgway has returned safely from his travels.
John Clement's son Jay is out of jail; however, his heart is still uncertain and we're not sure he's on the path to recovery. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. He was very moved by everyone's letters and cards.
Jim McManamey said Claudia has been spending the week at the children's home in North Carolina, and by all accounts doing very well. He has every hope she will soon be able to come to both Sunday school and service.
Becky Bolton offered praises; she has begun to get to know her neighbors, and their kids come to the house and yard and play. She stays out to watch them, and has been able to chat with a few of the neighbor mothers. Jason has been writing her, and his letters show a change of heart; she is hopeful. He has been ministering to one of his fellow prisoners in jail. Jason's next court date is Tuesday; Becky is trying to see if an inpatient facility can be found where he can be located while waiting for sentencing. This will cost money, so there is much to pray about.
Cathy Clement will be traveling this weekend to visit her daughter, who will have her tonsils removed. Travel mercies, and successful recovery for Miss Veronica.
Prayer requests:
Gina McDonald asked for prayers for her mom. Beth has been diagnosed with colon cancer; she has been injected with a radioactive seed, and will also need a year of chemotherapy. She is not healthy; please pray for strength and endurance.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for her daughter to come to Christ. She is still handling two jobs, but she and Dwayne are surviving. Rhonda's dad had to have emergency surgery; there had been a risk he would lose his leg, but the doctors managed to save it. He's doing well in recovery.
Sue Fitzhugh mentioned her mom, either 79 or 80. She had back surgery, and is now undergoing further testing. There is worry that her kidneys are starting to fail. Please pray for healing and relief from pain.
Jim McManamey mentioned a former hospital roommate of Claudia's. Mary Alice had a serious car accident, and has had several surgeries; she still cannot put weight on one leg. Pray for encouragement and endurance; she is having a very hard time.
John Clement mentioned his coworker, Betty Suber. She is a very religious woman, and may have had a breakdown; she abruptly tried to resign. Her family asked that she be placed on medical leave, saying she needs her job and her medical coverage. Please pray for her recovery and for perspective for her and for her family (she has ailing parents and a 14-year-old daughter). Another coworker of John's, Ali Khan, has a perfect storm of family problems besetting him; please pray for peace in his house.
John Flowers mentioned a coworker, Paul Ebert, badly hurt in a motorcycle accident.
We remember all the classes ongoing or starting this Sunday: Becky Bolton and Deb Duty teaching a class on "when ungodly things happen to godly people"; Cathy Clement leading DivorceCare, and John leading GriefShare; also Doug teaching Bible studies, plus youth classes and Awana... Also, John Flowers is thinking of leading a class on the Truth Project.
We are also praying for a bunch of people: Donna Oler, Cathy's sister's sister-in-law, with spreading lung cancer; the Lorton family who lost their mother and two children; the families whose townhouses burned to the ground in Manassas; Sue Fitzhugh's coworker, whose wife lost her hand in a work-related accident, and who has lost one brother and may lose a second to brain cancer. Also, Cathy's brother R.L. who may have to go back to teaching middle school earth science.
Deb Talbot of our church is still asking for prayer support and "...please pass the word on that my sister Leslie O'Neal and her 8 year old daughter are looking for a VERY inexpensive room/basement to rent in the Woodbridge area. Leslie works off Dale Boulevard and Mya is going to school in this area. they are temporarily living with my grandmother and aunt in a retirement community and Mya can only stay there 90 days."
Still praying for John Flowers' wife Lydia, looking for work. Please keep praying for John Clement's son Jay, that he may find the path to recovery and, if possible, to faith in Jesus.
Also, pray for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 9/19/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Mary Dunlap had a great praise. She had asked for prayers for her boss, Tom Blake, who was in for testing and was afraid he had lung cancer. He had his tests this past week, and the doctors confirmed he had pneumonia, but no sign of cancer.
Phil Ridgway is still on travel, not back until next Saturday.
Becky Bolton offered praise to all of the Potomac Crest family, for assistance and encouragement. She said her father-in-law had called to offer encouragement, and she was very grateful that they are staying in touch.
John Clement offered a praise: his son Jay will be released from jail this coming Saturday, and we hope to bring him to Fairfax next week and maybe to church with us next Sunday.
Prayers:
Dwayne Pierce asked for prayers for Rhonda; she was promoted to a job with more responsibility (and stress) and then asked (and was given) her old job back -- now she's stuck with both jobs. Let's pray for some relief and peace of mind. Gina McDonald is doing HR at the Pentagon, and between all the generals and the end of the fiscal year she is working evenings and weekends; we can pray for the end of the fiscal year (September 30) for her and for the rest of us Fed employees.
Cathy Clement asked that we keep her daughter Veronica in our prayers; she has been suffering from near-chronic tonsillitis, and will have her tonsils removed on September 30. Cathy will be going down to visit with her.
We're continuing to pray for Cathy's sister's sister-in-law, Donna Oler, in Florida, with tumors in both lungs. Pray for strength, endurance, peace of heart, and (if God wills it) a miracle to cure her. Also for her brother R.L. who may have to go back to teaching middle school earth science.
Deb Talbot of our church is asking for prayer support and "...please pass the word on that my sister Leslie O'Neal and her 8 year old daughter are looking for a VERY inexpensive room/basement to rent in the Woodbridge area. Leslie works off Dale Boulevard and Mya is going to school in this area. they are temporarily living with my grandmother and aunt in a retirement community and Mya can only stay there 90 days."
We're also keeping John Flowers' wife Lydia in our prayers; she was laid off, has now resolved (we hope) her unemployment problem, but has decided to look for work...
Becky Bolton asked that we keep praying for Jason, that he finds guidance to straighten out his path in life, and for strength and endurance for her and her family. Some days are better than others...
As usual, our ongoing prayers for Jay Clement (John's son), for Claudia McManamey, for Cathy Clement's DivorceCare class starting at the end of this month, for GriefShare and Awana and the other youth and adult classes, for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and mine accidents and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Mary Dunlap had a great praise. She had asked for prayers for her boss, Tom Blake, who was in for testing and was afraid he had lung cancer. He had his tests this past week, and the doctors confirmed he had pneumonia, but no sign of cancer.
Phil Ridgway is still on travel, not back until next Saturday.
Becky Bolton offered praise to all of the Potomac Crest family, for assistance and encouragement. She said her father-in-law had called to offer encouragement, and she was very grateful that they are staying in touch.
John Clement offered a praise: his son Jay will be released from jail this coming Saturday, and we hope to bring him to Fairfax next week and maybe to church with us next Sunday.
Prayers:
Dwayne Pierce asked for prayers for Rhonda; she was promoted to a job with more responsibility (and stress) and then asked (and was given) her old job back -- now she's stuck with both jobs. Let's pray for some relief and peace of mind. Gina McDonald is doing HR at the Pentagon, and between all the generals and the end of the fiscal year she is working evenings and weekends; we can pray for the end of the fiscal year (September 30) for her and for the rest of us Fed employees.
Cathy Clement asked that we keep her daughter Veronica in our prayers; she has been suffering from near-chronic tonsillitis, and will have her tonsils removed on September 30. Cathy will be going down to visit with her.
We're continuing to pray for Cathy's sister's sister-in-law, Donna Oler, in Florida, with tumors in both lungs. Pray for strength, endurance, peace of heart, and (if God wills it) a miracle to cure her. Also for her brother R.L. who may have to go back to teaching middle school earth science.
Deb Talbot of our church is asking for prayer support and "...please pass the word on that my sister Leslie O'Neal and her 8 year old daughter are looking for a VERY inexpensive room/basement to rent in the Woodbridge area. Leslie works off Dale Boulevard and Mya is going to school in this area. they are temporarily living with my grandmother and aunt in a retirement community and Mya can only stay there 90 days."
We're also keeping John Flowers' wife Lydia in our prayers; she was laid off, has now resolved (we hope) her unemployment problem, but has decided to look for work...
Becky Bolton asked that we keep praying for Jason, that he finds guidance to straighten out his path in life, and for strength and endurance for her and her family. Some days are better than others...
As usual, our ongoing prayers for Jay Clement (John's son), for Claudia McManamey, for Cathy Clement's DivorceCare class starting at the end of this month, for GriefShare and Awana and the other youth and adult classes, for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and mine accidents and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Monday, September 13, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 9/12/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Phil Ridgway said he would be traveling for work this coming weekend; Larry Springer is still on his vacation at the beach.
The women's breakfast was Saturday, at the church. A good time was had by all, although they didn't save me any food... A group held prayers in the sanctuary on Saturday morning in remembrance of 9/11/2001; very moving ceremony.
We welcomed a visitor, Gina McDonald, to the class.
Claudia McManamey was in the church on Saturday for the women's breakfast; she left her walker, walked over to John C. and gave him a hug; then she walked back to where she had left her walker. God is good!
John Clement is praising the Lord -- the GriefShare class opened Sunday evening with ten participants (well, eight plus John and Mary Dunlap). Please pray for God's comfort and guidance for all.
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap asked for continuing prayers for her boss, Tom Blake. He goes in for tests this coming Tuesday.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her sister's sister-in-law, Donna Oler. She had been on our prayer list before, with a mass in one lung. After radiation and chemotherapy, the mass had shrunk; now it has grown again, and has spread to her other lung. Pray for guidance and strength for Donna and her family; she is single, lives alone, and her relatives are afraid she will just give up the fight.
Cathy also asked for prayers for her brother, known to all as R.L. He is a land surveyor in Arkansas, and there has been no real estate action in his area for a long time; he is thinking of going back to teaching middle school to keep his family fed.
John Flowers mentioned Lydia, his better half. She was laid off, but it looks as though her company may have resolved some money issues and will bring her back to work, maybe as early as this week. She may still go looking for another job. John also asked for prayers for his sister; this week will be the first anniversary of her husband's death, and she has had trouble adjusting.
Phil Ridgway asked for prayers for Susan; she is suffering from overwork and stress on the job, with a new store opening. He also mentioned an old school friend, Dacia Shackleford. She has had a rough time; her daughter has been battling leukemia for two years (she is now 10); she had been a member of the Mormon faith, but has now put that aside. Phil prays that his friend will fill the gap with the acknowledgement of Christ and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
As usual, our ongoing prayers for Jay Clement (John's son), for Claudia McManamey, for Cathy Clement's DivorceCare class starting at the end of this month, for DivorceShare and Awana and the other youth and adult classes, for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and mine accidents and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Phil Ridgway said he would be traveling for work this coming weekend; Larry Springer is still on his vacation at the beach.
The women's breakfast was Saturday, at the church. A good time was had by all, although they didn't save me any food... A group held prayers in the sanctuary on Saturday morning in remembrance of 9/11/2001; very moving ceremony.
We welcomed a visitor, Gina McDonald, to the class.
Claudia McManamey was in the church on Saturday for the women's breakfast; she left her walker, walked over to John C. and gave him a hug; then she walked back to where she had left her walker. God is good!
John Clement is praising the Lord -- the GriefShare class opened Sunday evening with ten participants (well, eight plus John and Mary Dunlap). Please pray for God's comfort and guidance for all.
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap asked for continuing prayers for her boss, Tom Blake. He goes in for tests this coming Tuesday.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her sister's sister-in-law, Donna Oler. She had been on our prayer list before, with a mass in one lung. After radiation and chemotherapy, the mass had shrunk; now it has grown again, and has spread to her other lung. Pray for guidance and strength for Donna and her family; she is single, lives alone, and her relatives are afraid she will just give up the fight.
Cathy also asked for prayers for her brother, known to all as R.L. He is a land surveyor in Arkansas, and there has been no real estate action in his area for a long time; he is thinking of going back to teaching middle school to keep his family fed.
John Flowers mentioned Lydia, his better half. She was laid off, but it looks as though her company may have resolved some money issues and will bring her back to work, maybe as early as this week. She may still go looking for another job. John also asked for prayers for his sister; this week will be the first anniversary of her husband's death, and she has had trouble adjusting.
Phil Ridgway asked for prayers for Susan; she is suffering from overwork and stress on the job, with a new store opening. He also mentioned an old school friend, Dacia Shackleford. She has had a rough time; her daughter has been battling leukemia for two years (she is now 10); she had been a member of the Mormon faith, but has now put that aside. Phil prays that his friend will fill the gap with the acknowledgement of Christ and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
As usual, our ongoing prayers for Jay Clement (John's son), for Claudia McManamey, for Cathy Clement's DivorceCare class starting at the end of this month, for DivorceShare and Awana and the other youth and adult classes, for those with money or job troubles in Woodbridge and Prince William County as well as all those recovering from floods in Pakistan and mine accidents and the earthquake in Haiti. Also, please pray for guidance for the men's ministry, and for their retreat in October.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 9/5/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Mary Dunlap offered praises for her brother's healing. The pain and numbness he was feeling before spinal/neck surgery are gone, and he is actually being told he can soon go back to work!
Several folks offered praises (and prayers) that kids are going (or will soon go) back to school. We pray for our youth as the new school year begins.
John Clement offered praises for his son Jay and our church. He has gone through half his jail time, and several church folk have written him, and he has written back. Please keep him in your prayers, that his heart may be lifted by all the love surrounding him and he may find his way to salvation and life change.
Phil Ridgway offered praises and a prayer for the Men's Breakfast (yesterday, with fairly light attendance) and the Men's Ministry. Please pray for folks to step forward and lead this ministry -- and all of you, don't forget the retreat the third week in October.
Travel mercies for Larry Springer; this week he's at a school reunion in Wisconsin, and then he's off to the beach, lucky stiff.
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap asked for continued prayers for herself, for health issues. Her blood sugar levels have been good, easing her fear of diabetes; she had a hearing exam, and she has lost a good deal of hearing in her right ear. Doctors will be looking for the cause; this has also affected her balance and caused occasional dizziness and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Mary also asked for prayers for her former boss; Mr. Blake has been the closest thing to a grandfather her daughter Brianna has had, and is seriously ill.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her coworker. In her own words from earlier in the week: Please add one of my Bakery Managers, Son Nguyen to the prayer list. He recently lost his brother in Vietnam from inability to recover from brain surgery for tumors. He has another brother that is in a coma in Canada, also result of brain tumor surgery. He has returned to the US from Vietnam to find that his wife had an accident at work, causing her to lose her hand. She is the manager in a noodle factory and was training new hires on equipment. He needs uplifting for the ability to cope with all the struggles he is facing.
John Flowers asked for continued prayers for Lydia, his wife. She has been laid off, and now is looking for work and also battling the unemployment office, against claims she has not been working for the past two years.
Becky Bolton mentioned she had had a good visit with Jason in the past week, and that he seems consistent in his messages and communication with everyone and she is hopeful. She asks for prayers for him for wisdom, discernment, and strength to deal with issues that extend back into his earliest days. Please keep Jason, Becky and their family in your prayers.
Phil Ridgway is still fixing up his old house to rent it; they still have to deal with carpet, bathroom and yard issues. We pray for strength and good weather.
As we said last week: The church is looking at a full agenda this fall: Awana, youth activities, many classes, including GriefShare (ask John C.), DivorceCare (ask Cathy C.), Experiencing God, Bible study, etc. We ask you to lift up the church and its teachers and leaders in prayer as we reach out to our community and our membership. We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and Jim, for all our members still hurting from the economic slowdown, and of course for people suffering in Pakistan, in China, and still recovering in Haiti.
Mary Dunlap offered praises for her brother's healing. The pain and numbness he was feeling before spinal/neck surgery are gone, and he is actually being told he can soon go back to work!
Several folks offered praises (and prayers) that kids are going (or will soon go) back to school. We pray for our youth as the new school year begins.
John Clement offered praises for his son Jay and our church. He has gone through half his jail time, and several church folk have written him, and he has written back. Please keep him in your prayers, that his heart may be lifted by all the love surrounding him and he may find his way to salvation and life change.
Phil Ridgway offered praises and a prayer for the Men's Breakfast (yesterday, with fairly light attendance) and the Men's Ministry. Please pray for folks to step forward and lead this ministry -- and all of you, don't forget the retreat the third week in October.
Travel mercies for Larry Springer; this week he's at a school reunion in Wisconsin, and then he's off to the beach, lucky stiff.
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap asked for continued prayers for herself, for health issues. Her blood sugar levels have been good, easing her fear of diabetes; she had a hearing exam, and she has lost a good deal of hearing in her right ear. Doctors will be looking for the cause; this has also affected her balance and caused occasional dizziness and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Mary also asked for prayers for her former boss; Mr. Blake has been the closest thing to a grandfather her daughter Brianna has had, and is seriously ill.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her coworker. In her own words from earlier in the week: Please add one of my Bakery Managers, Son Nguyen to the prayer list. He recently lost his brother in Vietnam from inability to recover from brain surgery for tumors. He has another brother that is in a coma in Canada, also result of brain tumor surgery. He has returned to the US from Vietnam to find that his wife had an accident at work, causing her to lose her hand. She is the manager in a noodle factory and was training new hires on equipment. He needs uplifting for the ability to cope with all the struggles he is facing.
John Flowers asked for continued prayers for Lydia, his wife. She has been laid off, and now is looking for work and also battling the unemployment office, against claims she has not been working for the past two years.
Becky Bolton mentioned she had had a good visit with Jason in the past week, and that he seems consistent in his messages and communication with everyone and she is hopeful. She asks for prayers for him for wisdom, discernment, and strength to deal with issues that extend back into his earliest days. Please keep Jason, Becky and their family in your prayers.
Phil Ridgway is still fixing up his old house to rent it; they still have to deal with carpet, bathroom and yard issues. We pray for strength and good weather.
As we said last week: The church is looking at a full agenda this fall: Awana, youth activities, many classes, including GriefShare (ask John C.), DivorceCare (ask Cathy C.), Experiencing God, Bible study, etc. We ask you to lift up the church and its teachers and leaders in prayer as we reach out to our community and our membership. We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and Jim, for all our members still hurting from the economic slowdown, and of course for people suffering in Pakistan, in China, and still recovering in Haiti.
Monday, August 30, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 8/29/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Friday and Saturday, Women of Faith came to Washington! Cathy Clement, Sue Fitzhugh, Lisa Qualls, Olthea Croom and Missy Jessup attended, along with a reported 20,000 others. They witnessed to having a wonderful time. Cathy has ordered five tickets for next year, and more can be ordered if folks are interested.
Youth training camp is taking place this week. We wish them safe travels and a safe return, and a great opportunity to worship and fellowship with one another.
Mary Dunlap gave a strong praise, and thanks for prayers, for her brother, Richard Bischoff. He had back surgery to open the nerve canal in his spine at his neck; plates and a screw were inserted. The results have been nothing short of a miracle: he already has feeling back in his fingers, and he has lost weight and may not need his diabetes medicine.
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap asked for prayers for herself, for health issues. Also, Sue Fitzhugh is recovering from laryngitis.
Larry Springer is continuing to make an excellent recovery. He reports that Nora (his wife) is trying a new medicine, and it will be a few weeks before they know if it works. He will be off for a couple of weeks, to a high school reunion in Wisconsin, and then with his youngest son to the beach -- they don't know if Nora will go with them.
John Flowers reported that Lydia has been laid off; they hope it is temporary. JK (John's son) and Crystal may visit soon; we hope they will come by and we will get to meet her.
Cathy's visit to her daughter led to some disturbing news about some of her daughter's closest friends, including reports of sexual activity. Veronica is very disturbed with her friends, and at last report was not continuing to interact with them; but it is very difficult for her. We ask for prayers for her continued steadfast moral stance and discernment, and prayers for her friends to change their hearts and their behavior.
Becky Bolton praised God for working blessings in her family's life. Jason, she hears through his father, is going through a real emotional roller coaster. She has not visited him yet, but hopes to soon. His next court hearing will not take place until at least October 1st, and he will miss his son's birthday, first day of school... She asked that we pray for him, and said that he welcomes letters; she will add his address to this message when we send it out. We urge all of us to be in prayer for Becky, for her family, and for Jason. Becky in particular will be working in Awana, tending to her family, and attending nursing school.
John Clement and his daughter Sarah visited Jay this past Saturday. He is doing well, and is heartened by letters and books he has received, including a number of letters from Potomac Crest. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your prayers; he says he feels the prayers and feels loved and cared for. We hope it moves his heart. He has another month left, and faces much uncertainty after that.
The church is looking at a full agenda this fall: Awana, youth activities, many classes, including GriefShare (ask John C.), DivorceCare (ask Cathy C.), Experiencing God, Bible study, etc. We ask you to lift up the church in prayer as we reach out to our community and our membership. We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and Jim, for all our members still hurting from the economic slowdown, and of course for people suffering in Pakistan, in China, and still recovering in Haiti.
Friday and Saturday, Women of Faith came to Washington! Cathy Clement, Sue Fitzhugh, Lisa Qualls, Olthea Croom and Missy Jessup attended, along with a reported 20,000 others. They witnessed to having a wonderful time. Cathy has ordered five tickets for next year, and more can be ordered if folks are interested.
Youth training camp is taking place this week. We wish them safe travels and a safe return, and a great opportunity to worship and fellowship with one another.
Mary Dunlap gave a strong praise, and thanks for prayers, for her brother, Richard Bischoff. He had back surgery to open the nerve canal in his spine at his neck; plates and a screw were inserted. The results have been nothing short of a miracle: he already has feeling back in his fingers, and he has lost weight and may not need his diabetes medicine.
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap asked for prayers for herself, for health issues. Also, Sue Fitzhugh is recovering from laryngitis.
Larry Springer is continuing to make an excellent recovery. He reports that Nora (his wife) is trying a new medicine, and it will be a few weeks before they know if it works. He will be off for a couple of weeks, to a high school reunion in Wisconsin, and then with his youngest son to the beach -- they don't know if Nora will go with them.
John Flowers reported that Lydia has been laid off; they hope it is temporary. JK (John's son) and Crystal may visit soon; we hope they will come by and we will get to meet her.
Cathy's visit to her daughter led to some disturbing news about some of her daughter's closest friends, including reports of sexual activity. Veronica is very disturbed with her friends, and at last report was not continuing to interact with them; but it is very difficult for her. We ask for prayers for her continued steadfast moral stance and discernment, and prayers for her friends to change their hearts and their behavior.
Becky Bolton praised God for working blessings in her family's life. Jason, she hears through his father, is going through a real emotional roller coaster. She has not visited him yet, but hopes to soon. His next court hearing will not take place until at least October 1st, and he will miss his son's birthday, first day of school... She asked that we pray for him, and said that he welcomes letters; she will add his address to this message when we send it out. We urge all of us to be in prayer for Becky, for her family, and for Jason. Becky in particular will be working in Awana, tending to her family, and attending nursing school.
John Clement and his daughter Sarah visited Jay this past Saturday. He is doing well, and is heartened by letters and books he has received, including a number of letters from Potomac Crest. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your prayers; he says he feels the prayers and feels loved and cared for. We hope it moves his heart. He has another month left, and faces much uncertainty after that.
The church is looking at a full agenda this fall: Awana, youth activities, many classes, including GriefShare (ask John C.), DivorceCare (ask Cathy C.), Experiencing God, Bible study, etc. We ask you to lift up the church in prayer as we reach out to our community and our membership. We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and Jim, for all our members still hurting from the economic slowdown, and of course for people suffering in Pakistan, in China, and still recovering in Haiti.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 8/22/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
John Flowers and family are back from visiting his mother in Houston. She is 87 and ailing. Cathy Clement is returning from a visit with her daughter Veronica in Alabama.
Gail Byrd-Ryder told us her son Justin is down at Fort A.P. Hill for a week at an ROTC Leadership camp.
Prayers:
Larry Springer said his wife Nora has committed herself voluntarily to a mental health ward in Manassas. We pray for doctors' discernment and divine intervention for her healing.
Becky Bolton says she heard through Jason's father that Jason is making progress, "on the right path". As for herself and their children, they continue strong and happy. And Becky goes back to nursing school on Tuesday. They had a good beach trip, which the children thoroughly enjoyed, thanks to help from some church members.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and Jim and the family; for John Clement's son Jay; for Phil Ridgway's brother, nephew, and his father; and for Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti, and we add the thousands lost or displaced by severe flooding in Pakistan and China.
John Flowers and family are back from visiting his mother in Houston. She is 87 and ailing. Cathy Clement is returning from a visit with her daughter Veronica in Alabama.
Gail Byrd-Ryder told us her son Justin is down at Fort A.P. Hill for a week at an ROTC Leadership camp.
Prayers:
Larry Springer said his wife Nora has committed herself voluntarily to a mental health ward in Manassas. We pray for doctors' discernment and divine intervention for her healing.
Becky Bolton says she heard through Jason's father that Jason is making progress, "on the right path". As for herself and their children, they continue strong and happy. And Becky goes back to nursing school on Tuesday. They had a good beach trip, which the children thoroughly enjoyed, thanks to help from some church members.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and Jim and the family; for John Clement's son Jay; for Phil Ridgway's brother, nephew, and his father; and for Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti, and we add the thousands lost or displaced by severe flooding in Pakistan and China.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 8/8/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Susan Fitzhugh's sister Debbie Callender visited our class today.
John Flowers gave praises -- his son Timothy came to church today. After a considerable amount of teasing from people at the potluck Saturday at the Flowers house, but he came and was welcome. The potluck was a lot of fun, and there was considerable eating carried out.
JK Flowers and Crystal are returning from a belated honeymoon in Switzerland, and should be in Norfolk this evening. John Sr. says they reported having a very good time.
Larry Springer mentioned that his daughter, son-in-law have moved to Durham, where he will attend Duke for the next four years.
Mary Dunlap said her daughter Brianna is doing better on her medicine, as long as she takes it regularly.
Becky Bolton said she had received a long letter of apology from Jason, and an offer of eventual reconciliation. She is cautiously optimistic. She offers praises for the children, who have been very stable and loving through this period. And Becky gave praises -- she has finished her first semester of nursing school, with all As!
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap mentioned her brother Richard's surgery had gone well, marred only by him coming awake in the middle of it. He still has a lot of pain, but feeling has returned in his extremities, meaning that his spinal cord is no longer pinched. We pray for healing and relief of pain.
Mary also asked for prayers for her friend's father. Mr. Fields is suffering from incurable cancer, and they are praying for relief from pain and that the Lord will take him home soon.
Larry Springer asked for prayers for his wife Nora and for himself. He is returning home after several weeks away recovering from heart surgery, and he suspects Nora is not well.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for her cousin, Kevin Meade, diagnosed with Stage IV cancer. She also mentioned she has been on mood stabilizers, and they are making her very dizzy.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her friends Donna and Bernard; his father has Stage III bladder and pancreatic cancer, and is 89 years old. Also, her mother had lower-back surgery last Tuesday. She is 79 and suffering with a wide variety of issues, including worries about the possibility of breast cancer. She is asking for prayers for health and relief of pain. Also, her ex-husband has domestic issues, and they affect Sue and her daughters...
Gail Byrd-Ryder asked for prayers for her niece, suffering from rheumatoid arthritis at 15 years of age. She has severe swelling of her face and throat, due to an allergic or immune reaction. Please pray for relief of pain and her symptoms.
John and Cathy ask that we continue to pray for his son Jay. He attempted suicide this past week, and is now in a hospital for behavioral examination. He will still have to do his 45 days... We pray for God's guidance and direction, and for Jay's salvation; we fear he has not hit bottom yet.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and the Bolton family.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Susan Fitzhugh's sister Debbie Callender visited our class today.
John Flowers gave praises -- his son Timothy came to church today. After a considerable amount of teasing from people at the potluck Saturday at the Flowers house, but he came and was welcome. The potluck was a lot of fun, and there was considerable eating carried out.
JK Flowers and Crystal are returning from a belated honeymoon in Switzerland, and should be in Norfolk this evening. John Sr. says they reported having a very good time.
Larry Springer mentioned that his daughter, son-in-law have moved to Durham, where he will attend Duke for the next four years.
Mary Dunlap said her daughter Brianna is doing better on her medicine, as long as she takes it regularly.
Becky Bolton said she had received a long letter of apology from Jason, and an offer of eventual reconciliation. She is cautiously optimistic. She offers praises for the children, who have been very stable and loving through this period. And Becky gave praises -- she has finished her first semester of nursing school, with all As!
Prayers:
Mary Dunlap mentioned her brother Richard's surgery had gone well, marred only by him coming awake in the middle of it. He still has a lot of pain, but feeling has returned in his extremities, meaning that his spinal cord is no longer pinched. We pray for healing and relief of pain.
Mary also asked for prayers for her friend's father. Mr. Fields is suffering from incurable cancer, and they are praying for relief from pain and that the Lord will take him home soon.
Larry Springer asked for prayers for his wife Nora and for himself. He is returning home after several weeks away recovering from heart surgery, and he suspects Nora is not well.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for her cousin, Kevin Meade, diagnosed with Stage IV cancer. She also mentioned she has been on mood stabilizers, and they are making her very dizzy.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her friends Donna and Bernard; his father has Stage III bladder and pancreatic cancer, and is 89 years old. Also, her mother had lower-back surgery last Tuesday. She is 79 and suffering with a wide variety of issues, including worries about the possibility of breast cancer. She is asking for prayers for health and relief of pain. Also, her ex-husband has domestic issues, and they affect Sue and her daughters...
Gail Byrd-Ryder asked for prayers for her niece, suffering from rheumatoid arthritis at 15 years of age. She has severe swelling of her face and throat, due to an allergic or immune reaction. Please pray for relief of pain and her symptoms.
John and Cathy ask that we continue to pray for his son Jay. He attempted suicide this past week, and is now in a hospital for behavioral examination. He will still have to do his 45 days... We pray for God's guidance and direction, and for Jay's salvation; we fear he has not hit bottom yet.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey and the Bolton family.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 8/1/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
John Clement is back from staying with his son in Christiansburg. Things went better than expected for Jay: he got the lightest sentence he could possibly get.
The Women's Tea went very well last Saturday, with about thirty persons attending. We praise this outreach ministry.
Don't forget the potluck dinner next Saturday, August 7th at the Flowers home. John will cook meat; others bring side dishes, desserts, chips, dips, etc. Festivities begin at 3 p.m.
Prayers:
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for a pastor friend of her parents -- Terry Ward of Antioch Baptist Church in Slagle, LA. They had gone to hear him preach this past Sunday, and today he suffered a heart attack.
Mary Dunlap came to our Sunday school class this past Sunday. She asked for prayers for her general health, and for her daughter Brianna with insulin and other health issues.
Gail Byrd-Ryder asked for prayers for her foster children. The 12-year-old she was fostering most recently has gone back to her mother, and it breaks Gail's heart every time. Gail asks us all to pray for families without nurturing parents, and for children suffering at the hands of parents...
John and Cathy ask that we continue to pray for his son Jay. He will go to jail this week for 45 days, and after he's out he will have no license for a year and a restricted license after that. He knows he must walk a narrow path from now on; we pray for God to give him strength and will and a heartfelt purpose. He is struggling to find his faith and keep his spirits together; we pray for God's guidance and direction, and for Jay's salvation.
Mary Dunlap asked for prayers for her brother Richard; he has been suffering from excruciatingly severe back pains, and is facing surgery on his back with an uncertain prognosis. We pray for God to lead the doctors' hands and for a full recovery.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey; for Gail Bird-Ryder and Raven; for John Clement's son Jay; for Phil Ridgway's brother, nephew, and his father; and for Larry Springer and Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
John Clement is back from staying with his son in Christiansburg. Things went better than expected for Jay: he got the lightest sentence he could possibly get.
The Women's Tea went very well last Saturday, with about thirty persons attending. We praise this outreach ministry.
Don't forget the potluck dinner next Saturday, August 7th at the Flowers home. John will cook meat; others bring side dishes, desserts, chips, dips, etc. Festivities begin at 3 p.m.
Prayers:
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for a pastor friend of her parents -- Terry Ward of Antioch Baptist Church in Slagle, LA. They had gone to hear him preach this past Sunday, and today he suffered a heart attack.
Mary Dunlap came to our Sunday school class this past Sunday. She asked for prayers for her general health, and for her daughter Brianna with insulin and other health issues.
Gail Byrd-Ryder asked for prayers for her foster children. The 12-year-old she was fostering most recently has gone back to her mother, and it breaks Gail's heart every time. Gail asks us all to pray for families without nurturing parents, and for children suffering at the hands of parents...
John and Cathy ask that we continue to pray for his son Jay. He will go to jail this week for 45 days, and after he's out he will have no license for a year and a restricted license after that. He knows he must walk a narrow path from now on; we pray for God to give him strength and will and a heartfelt purpose. He is struggling to find his faith and keep his spirits together; we pray for God's guidance and direction, and for Jay's salvation.
Mary Dunlap asked for prayers for her brother Richard; he has been suffering from excruciatingly severe back pains, and is facing surgery on his back with an uncertain prognosis. We pray for God to lead the doctors' hands and for a full recovery.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey; for Gail Bird-Ryder and Raven; for John Clement's son Jay; for Phil Ridgway's brother, nephew, and his father; and for Larry Springer and Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 7/25/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Pastor Doug is traveling to Tennessee this week, and will be away next Sunday. Should be back on Monday August 2.
JK Flowers and new wife Crystal are traveling to Switzerland on vacation...
Becky Bolton came to our class this Sunday. It was so good to see her! She said things are going well for the family under the circumstances, that she has been able to witness and she is about to finish her first semester of nursing school.
Heather Zerkle is back home, out of the hospital and recovering. She was in church today.
Also, Jay Clement (John's son) attended our class today.
Prayer requests, announcements:
Don't forget the Mother-Daughter tea next Saturday July 31 from 2-4 p.m. at the church. The theme is Royalty. Please do attend, even if you are not a mother or have easy access to mother or daughter.
Also, remember we are planning for a potluck dinner on Saturday August 7th at the Flowers home.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for herself and for her daughter Britney. For herself -- she is facing difficult decisions at her work; for her daughter, she asks prayers for maturity and growth, and for God to make his will clear to her.
John Flowers reported back on their visit to JK and Crystal. He attended the church they have joined, and it is involved in a new church planting; John asked for prayers for JK and Crystal's church, for God's will and for the Word to reach many souls.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey; for Gail Bird-Ryder and Raven; for John Clement's son Jay; for Phil Ridgway's brother, nephew, and his father; and for Larry Springer and Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Pastor Doug is traveling to Tennessee this week, and will be away next Sunday. Should be back on Monday August 2.
JK Flowers and new wife Crystal are traveling to Switzerland on vacation...
Becky Bolton came to our class this Sunday. It was so good to see her! She said things are going well for the family under the circumstances, that she has been able to witness and she is about to finish her first semester of nursing school.
Heather Zerkle is back home, out of the hospital and recovering. She was in church today.
Also, Jay Clement (John's son) attended our class today.
Prayer requests, announcements:
Don't forget the Mother-Daughter tea next Saturday July 31 from 2-4 p.m. at the church. The theme is Royalty. Please do attend, even if you are not a mother or have easy access to mother or daughter.
Also, remember we are planning for a potluck dinner on Saturday August 7th at the Flowers home.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for herself and for her daughter Britney. For herself -- she is facing difficult decisions at her work; for her daughter, she asks prayers for maturity and growth, and for God to make his will clear to her.
John Flowers reported back on their visit to JK and Crystal. He attended the church they have joined, and it is involved in a new church planting; John asked for prayers for JK and Crystal's church, for God's will and for the Word to reach many souls.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey; for Gail Bird-Ryder and Raven; for John Clement's son Jay; for Phil Ridgway's brother, nephew, and his father; and for Larry Springer and Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 7/18/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Cathy Clement said farewell to her daughter Veronica, going back to Fairhope, Alabama after a week's visit. And Jay Clement, John's son, is back in Fairfax, to stay -- we hope -- for a few weeks.
Phil Ridgway's dad, Randy, came to church today, and joined our Sunday School class. Welcome, and do come back. Meanwhile, travel mercies for Sue; she and a daughter are driving back from Florida tomorrow, having picked up some furniture and objects from her parents.
Also, Phil starts his new job tomorrow, after a number of delays. And (as we've mentioned before) he's been trying to clean and fix up the house his brother recently vacated. This weekend some friends (and his father) showed up with a paint sprayer, and they cleaned and painted two whole rooms. Praise and thanks!
Prayers:
We ask for special prayers for the Boltons. The family is facing troubles, and needs our prayers.
Gail Bird-Ryder asked for prayers for herself (personal issues) and her daughter Raven's pain management.
Larry Springer asked for prayers for his daughter's in-laws, especially her father-in-law Bill; he's suffering from angina, and there will be exams this week that may end up in a stent or surgery.
Heather Zerkle is in the hospital, with what doctors believe may be meningitis (although other things are still being ruled out). Eric reports her headaches and shoulder pains are a little lessened; we pray for doctors' discernment and a full recovery.
Phil Ridgway asked for prayers for his brother Marty, now moved to Arizona but very depressed and not seeing his way forward. Phil asks for prayers that God may work in his life; also Marty's son Josh, living out of his car in Tucson.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, for John Clement's son Jay, and for Larry Springer and Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
We've heard from a few of you, but are still looking for expressions of interest in having a social event for friends, members, and former members of this Sunday School class, and all the folks on our prayer request list. We've missed seeing each other outside of Sunday services! So we are thinking about the first weekend of August, most likely Saturday the 7th. John Flowers has offered his house. We could do a potluck dinner, say gathering around 6 p.m. All family members welcome! Please reply to John F. or John C., or just let us know when you see us on Sunday.
Cathy Clement said farewell to her daughter Veronica, going back to Fairhope, Alabama after a week's visit. And Jay Clement, John's son, is back in Fairfax, to stay -- we hope -- for a few weeks.
Phil Ridgway's dad, Randy, came to church today, and joined our Sunday School class. Welcome, and do come back. Meanwhile, travel mercies for Sue; she and a daughter are driving back from Florida tomorrow, having picked up some furniture and objects from her parents.
Also, Phil starts his new job tomorrow, after a number of delays. And (as we've mentioned before) he's been trying to clean and fix up the house his brother recently vacated. This weekend some friends (and his father) showed up with a paint sprayer, and they cleaned and painted two whole rooms. Praise and thanks!
Prayers:
We ask for special prayers for the Boltons. The family is facing troubles, and needs our prayers.
Gail Bird-Ryder asked for prayers for herself (personal issues) and her daughter Raven's pain management.
Larry Springer asked for prayers for his daughter's in-laws, especially her father-in-law Bill; he's suffering from angina, and there will be exams this week that may end up in a stent or surgery.
Heather Zerkle is in the hospital, with what doctors believe may be meningitis (although other things are still being ruled out). Eric reports her headaches and shoulder pains are a little lessened; we pray for doctors' discernment and a full recovery.
Phil Ridgway asked for prayers for his brother Marty, now moved to Arizona but very depressed and not seeing his way forward. Phil asks for prayers that God may work in his life; also Marty's son Josh, living out of his car in Tucson.
As always, we continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, for John Clement's son Jay, and for Larry Springer and Winnie Cooper's full recovery.
And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
We've heard from a few of you, but are still looking for expressions of interest in having a social event for friends, members, and former members of this Sunday School class, and all the folks on our prayer request list. We've missed seeing each other outside of Sunday services! So we are thinking about the first weekend of August, most likely Saturday the 7th. John Flowers has offered his house. We could do a potluck dinner, say gathering around 6 p.m. All family members welcome! Please reply to John F. or John C., or just let us know when you see us on Sunday.
Monday, July 5, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 7/4/2010
We've heard from a few of you, but are still looking for expressions of interest in having a social event for friends, members, and former members of this Sunday School class, and all the folks on our prayer request list. We've missed seeing each other outside of Sunday services! So we are thinking about the first weekend of August, most likely Saturday the 7th. John Flowers has offered his house. We could do a potluck dinner, say gathering around 6 p.m. All family members welcome! Please reply to John F. or John C., or just let us know when you see us on Sunday.
Praises, travel mercies:
We have mostly praises this week!
Larry Springer was able to join the class this week; his recovery from double bypass heart surgery is going well. Also, Claudia McManamey is regularly attending the 11 a.m. service, making a great (if slow) recovery from Guillain-Barre Syndrome. We look forward to her joining us again in Sunday School.
Cathy Clement is happy to share that her daughter Veronica is coming this Wednesday to spend a week with them; John is happy that his son Jay is coming up from Christiansburg to stay for a while; he is staying clean and sober. Travel mercies, and also to all our vacation travelers during this season.
Phil Ridgway's father (driving east to stay with Phil's sister) has made it to Arkansas, and is expected to reach Newport News by sometime Monday.
I forgot to mention a huge (and long-delayed) praise: Phil Ridgway's papers have finally come in for his new job at the Navy Yard. He had been waiting for a long time, and there are some details to be worked out, but he actually has a start date: June 19!
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Larry Springer's recovery, and for Winnie Cooper.
Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim. You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Praises, travel mercies:
We have mostly praises this week!
Larry Springer was able to join the class this week; his recovery from double bypass heart surgery is going well. Also, Claudia McManamey is regularly attending the 11 a.m. service, making a great (if slow) recovery from Guillain-Barre Syndrome. We look forward to her joining us again in Sunday School.
Cathy Clement is happy to share that her daughter Veronica is coming this Wednesday to spend a week with them; John is happy that his son Jay is coming up from Christiansburg to stay for a while; he is staying clean and sober. Travel mercies, and also to all our vacation travelers during this season.
Phil Ridgway's father (driving east to stay with Phil's sister) has made it to Arkansas, and is expected to reach Newport News by sometime Monday.
I forgot to mention a huge (and long-delayed) praise: Phil Ridgway's papers have finally come in for his new job at the Navy Yard. He had been waiting for a long time, and there are some details to be worked out, but he actually has a start date: June 19!
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Larry Springer's recovery, and for Winnie Cooper.
Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim. You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Monday, June 28, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 6/27/2010
We're exploring the possibility of having a social event for friends, members, and former members of this Sunday School class, and all the folks on our prayer request list. We've missed seeing each other outside of Sunday services! So we are thinking about the first weekend of August, most likely Saturday the 7th. John Flowers has offered his house. We could do a potluck dinner, say gathering around 6 p.m. All family members welcome! Send expressions of interest to John F. or John C., or just let us know.
Praises, travel mercies:
Phil Ridgway offered praises -- his brother has finally made it to Arizona, after suffering a breakdown along the way. He hopes he will be able to find a living in AZ. Phil also mentioned his father, who is 76; he is leaving California and driving to Virginia (with a friend), coming to stay with Phil's sister... we wish him safe travels.
Praise to the Lord for a successful and safe week of Vacation Bible School! There were over 100 children signed up, and more than 75 every night -- and eight came to Christ! Thanks to all the workers who decorated, prepared, made food, and worked so hard to make the children happy and spread the Word.
Praises for Winnie Cooper's return to the church this past Sunday! She is still weak, but her smile is dazzingly back!
Prayers:
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her parents' church, a small church in rural Louisiana. There is a crisis with their pastor; the church has been losing members, getting no new baptisms, and the church is losing its way. We ask all of us to pray that the deacons and senior members may find a way to guide the church to once again be an instrument of God's will.
Phil Ridgway's sister Candy will be undergoing surgery this week for her torn ACL.
We continue to pray for Larry Springer, recovering from heart bypass surgery, and for Winnie Cooper (one of PCBC's founding members), recovering at home. We are also praying for Justin Gillespie and the Gillespie family; and John Clement's son Jay. Jay is struggling with depression but he is staying clean and sober -- now for a month! We are also praying for Cathy Clement's daughter Veronica.
Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim. You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Praises, travel mercies:
Phil Ridgway offered praises -- his brother has finally made it to Arizona, after suffering a breakdown along the way. He hopes he will be able to find a living in AZ. Phil also mentioned his father, who is 76; he is leaving California and driving to Virginia (with a friend), coming to stay with Phil's sister... we wish him safe travels.
Praise to the Lord for a successful and safe week of Vacation Bible School! There were over 100 children signed up, and more than 75 every night -- and eight came to Christ! Thanks to all the workers who decorated, prepared, made food, and worked so hard to make the children happy and spread the Word.
Praises for Winnie Cooper's return to the church this past Sunday! She is still weak, but her smile is dazzingly back!
Prayers:
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her parents' church, a small church in rural Louisiana. There is a crisis with their pastor; the church has been losing members, getting no new baptisms, and the church is losing its way. We ask all of us to pray that the deacons and senior members may find a way to guide the church to once again be an instrument of God's will.
Phil Ridgway's sister Candy will be undergoing surgery this week for her torn ACL.
We continue to pray for Larry Springer, recovering from heart bypass surgery, and for Winnie Cooper (one of PCBC's founding members), recovering at home. We are also praying for Justin Gillespie and the Gillespie family; and John Clement's son Jay. Jay is struggling with depression but he is staying clean and sober -- now for a month! We are also praying for Cathy Clement's daughter Veronica.
Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim. You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Monday, June 21, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 6/20/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
It's Father's Day! A shout out to all the fathers, and praise to the Lord for your support in all you do. We also pray for all fathers: it's a tough job being a God-fearing, Christ-following father these days.
Travel mercies for Susan Fitzhugh and Phil Ridgway.
Prayers:
Vacation Bible School is this week! Thanks to all the workers who have trained and prepared and decorated the church beautifully. Pray for the children we hope to reach with the message of Christ.
John Flowers asked for prayers for his daughter Candace, who is struggling with work issues. He also mentioned the nomination committee, which will be working on a selection group for the youth pastor position; please keep all concerned in your prayers.
Mary Dunlap, formerly a member of this Sunday School class, asked for prayers. She has a doctor's appointment for Monday; pray for discernment and help from the doctors.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her daughter Veronica; Cathy recently learned that Veronica had been cutting herself as a response to stress. She is doing better now, but she needs guidance. Please keep her in your thoughts.
We continue to pray for Larry Springer, recovering from heart bypass surgery, and for Winnie Cooper (one of PCBC's founding members), recovering at home. We are also praying for Justin Gillespie and the Gillespie family; and John Clement's son Jay. Jay is struggling with depression but he is staying clean and sober.
Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim. You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
It's Father's Day! A shout out to all the fathers, and praise to the Lord for your support in all you do. We also pray for all fathers: it's a tough job being a God-fearing, Christ-following father these days.
Travel mercies for Susan Fitzhugh and Phil Ridgway.
Prayers:
Vacation Bible School is this week! Thanks to all the workers who have trained and prepared and decorated the church beautifully. Pray for the children we hope to reach with the message of Christ.
John Flowers asked for prayers for his daughter Candace, who is struggling with work issues. He also mentioned the nomination committee, which will be working on a selection group for the youth pastor position; please keep all concerned in your prayers.
Mary Dunlap, formerly a member of this Sunday School class, asked for prayers. She has a doctor's appointment for Monday; pray for discernment and help from the doctors.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her daughter Veronica; Cathy recently learned that Veronica had been cutting herself as a response to stress. She is doing better now, but she needs guidance. Please keep her in your thoughts.
We continue to pray for Larry Springer, recovering from heart bypass surgery, and for Winnie Cooper (one of PCBC's founding members), recovering at home. We are also praying for Justin Gillespie and the Gillespie family; and John Clement's son Jay. Jay is struggling with depression but he is staying clean and sober.
Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim. You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. And, of course, we continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 6/13/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
We had Cindy Fox visit with us at class... participation much appreciated.
John Flowers reported that he visited with Larry Springer, recovering from heart surgery -- he is doing well, going to stay with a friend before he goes to stay with family.
Veronica Statham (Cathy's daughter) is traveling with her church chorus, from Alabama to Pennsylvania, stopping in Philly before heading back home. [Unfortunately, not coming by DC...] Cathy will be going to Pennsylvania to catch sight of her and visit for a day this coming week. We wish Miz V and her group safe travels and much joy, and also for Cathy...
Phil Ridgway's brother Marty and son Josh are on their way to Surprise, AZ (last night in Terre Haute IN). We pray for a safe journey and good fortune in their new life in Arizona.
Rhonda and Dwayne Pierce are still celebrating Lyric's birth. Mother Britt and baby are visiting (now) great-grandparents. Wish them safe travels. Rhonda reports Britt is loving being a mother...
Prayer requests:
We mentioned Miss Winnie Cooper last week. She is still in the rehab facility, but she is walking around and eager to get back home. We pray for recovery and renewed strength.
Gail Ryder mentioned her dad, diagnosed with inoperable bladder cancer. He will start a six-week treatment regime this week, involving injections into his bladder aimed at reducing the extent of his cancer. We pray for his recovery.
Phil Ridgway and Susan Fitzhugh are working to clean up his house, recently vacated by family tenants. Susan writes: Please keep Phillip in prayer. We have A LOT of work to be done on his house and some we are puzzled on how we will do it. He just walked through the house and is totally in shock at the conditions. Pray for strength and patience.
Keeping in our prayers: Larry Springer; Justin Gillespie and the Gillespie family; John Clement's son Jay. Jay is struggling with depression but he is staying clean and sober. Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim.
You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. Also, Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
We had Cindy Fox visit with us at class... participation much appreciated.
John Flowers reported that he visited with Larry Springer, recovering from heart surgery -- he is doing well, going to stay with a friend before he goes to stay with family.
Veronica Statham (Cathy's daughter) is traveling with her church chorus, from Alabama to Pennsylvania, stopping in Philly before heading back home. [Unfortunately, not coming by DC...] Cathy will be going to Pennsylvania to catch sight of her and visit for a day this coming week. We wish Miz V and her group safe travels and much joy, and also for Cathy...
Phil Ridgway's brother Marty and son Josh are on their way to Surprise, AZ (last night in Terre Haute IN). We pray for a safe journey and good fortune in their new life in Arizona.
Rhonda and Dwayne Pierce are still celebrating Lyric's birth. Mother Britt and baby are visiting (now) great-grandparents. Wish them safe travels. Rhonda reports Britt is loving being a mother...
Prayer requests:
We mentioned Miss Winnie Cooper last week. She is still in the rehab facility, but she is walking around and eager to get back home. We pray for recovery and renewed strength.
Gail Ryder mentioned her dad, diagnosed with inoperable bladder cancer. He will start a six-week treatment regime this week, involving injections into his bladder aimed at reducing the extent of his cancer. We pray for his recovery.
Phil Ridgway and Susan Fitzhugh are working to clean up his house, recently vacated by family tenants. Susan writes: Please keep Phillip in prayer. We have A LOT of work to be done on his house and some we are puzzled on how we will do it. He just walked through the house and is totally in shock at the conditions. Pray for strength and patience.
Keeping in our prayers: Larry Springer; Justin Gillespie and the Gillespie family; John Clement's son Jay. Jay is struggling with depression but he is staying clean and sober. Also Claudia McManamey and her husband Jim.
You can, as always, visit and read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. Also, Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 6/6/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Miss Winnie Cooper is out of the hospital, and will spend a few days at a rehabilitation facility before going home. We thank the Lord for her ongoing recovery.
Our class served dinner on Monday at the Hilda Barg homeless shelter. Everything went well. Thanks to Susan Fitzhugh and her daughters, and to Phil Ridgway, and to Gail Ryder and her son Jason, and to John Flowers, and to Sue Scott and Norma Shull of our church for organizing everything.
Prayers:
Leanne Gillespie asks for prayers for their son Justin, who is battling drug -related problems. He has stopped taking drugs, but has some liver damage, and doctors fear it may be long-term.
Susan Fitzhugh and Phil asked for prayers for some friends, a couple, Bernard and Donna: they decided to marry, and since then have had their air conditioning and refrigerator fail, and their dog got beat up by a cat... they're trying to keep their marriage plans and their relationship together, but they're struggling. Phil also asked for prayers for friends of his sister Crystal and himself; Dwayne and Missy. Missy is pregnant, and this past week they learned that her baby has no heartbeat. They must face an early delivery; please pray with us that God will work in their lives and give them comfort. Candy, by the way, is facing knee (ACL) surgery at the end of June.
Jim McManamey came to Sunday school class, and reported that Claudia is continuing her slow recovery. She is getting around well in their house, and no longer needs the walker there. She still has a ways to go. Jim is hoping that she will be able to come to Sunday School class as well soon. You can, as always, visit read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
Jim also mentioned his friend Bill Blecka -- we've written before about him requesting prayers. He has cancer of the esophagus. and now a new tumor has appeared behind the first. We pray for him and his family, for comfort and peace in God's will.
John Clement asks for continuing prayers for his son Jay; he is still clean and sober in his third week after rehabilitation. Melanie, Jay's wife, has filed for divorce, and Jay is very sad and depressed. We pray for him to find a way forward and, if he can, the Way that will lift his soul.
Reminders: we are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. Also, Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Miss Winnie Cooper is out of the hospital, and will spend a few days at a rehabilitation facility before going home. We thank the Lord for her ongoing recovery.
Our class served dinner on Monday at the Hilda Barg homeless shelter. Everything went well. Thanks to Susan Fitzhugh and her daughters, and to Phil Ridgway, and to Gail Ryder and her son Jason, and to John Flowers, and to Sue Scott and Norma Shull of our church for organizing everything.
Prayers:
Leanne Gillespie asks for prayers for their son Justin, who is battling drug -related problems. He has stopped taking drugs, but has some liver damage, and doctors fear it may be long-term.
Susan Fitzhugh and Phil asked for prayers for some friends, a couple, Bernard and Donna: they decided to marry, and since then have had their air conditioning and refrigerator fail, and their dog got beat up by a cat... they're trying to keep their marriage plans and their relationship together, but they're struggling. Phil also asked for prayers for friends of his sister Crystal and himself; Dwayne and Missy. Missy is pregnant, and this past week they learned that her baby has no heartbeat. They must face an early delivery; please pray with us that God will work in their lives and give them comfort. Candy, by the way, is facing knee (ACL) surgery at the end of June.
Jim McManamey came to Sunday school class, and reported that Claudia is continuing her slow recovery. She is getting around well in their house, and no longer needs the walker there. She still has a ways to go. Jim is hoping that she will be able to come to Sunday School class as well soon. You can, as always, visit read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
Jim also mentioned his friend Bill Blecka -- we've written before about him requesting prayers. He has cancer of the esophagus. and now a new tumor has appeared behind the first. We pray for him and his family, for comfort and peace in God's will.
John Clement asks for continuing prayers for his son Jay; he is still clean and sober in his third week after rehabilitation. Melanie, Jay's wife, has filed for divorce, and Jay is very sad and depressed. We pray for him to find a way forward and, if he can, the Way that will lift his soul.
Reminders: we are continuing to pray for the Bolton family. Also, Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Monday, May 31, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 5/30/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
We welcome back Helen Ruth and Dwight Lyons, visiting Potomac Crest and our class for the third week; also visiting this week are Vic and Mary Lindblom and Jay Clement, John's son.
Rhonda and Dwayne Pierce are praising the Lord. Rhonda's daughter has given birth to a boy, Lyric Dresden, and she has decided not to give him up for adoption. He's healthy, 6 lbs. 4 oz. and 21 1/4" long (tall and skinny). We're all looking forward to pictures, grandma!
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on thirteen weeks and is continuing her recovery. She is now coming regularly to the 11 a.m. service and using a walker instead of her wheelchair. Jim is hoping that they will be able to come to Sunday School class as well soon. You can, as always, visit read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
John Flowers asked for prayers for strength and comfort for his sister -- this week will be the anniversary of the death of her husband, and she has had great trouble reconciling to his passing.
Cathy Clement asked for continuing prayers for her father. He his home from the hospital, back on his diet, and the symptoms of his diverticulitis seem to have abated. Please also keep praying for John Clement's son Jay. He is staying clean and sober so far, but the weeks ahead will test his mettle and determination. We haven't yet found a residential program he can attend (it has to be in Virginia), and he will start a daily AA twelve-step program this coming week. On the positive side, he came with us to church on Sunday, attended Sunday School class, and said he liked the fellowship and welcome he received. We are praying he can find a church home, a sponsor and accountability partners in the Christiansburg area.
Phil asked for prayers for his brother. He has been staying at their house and is finally moving out by June 7th, to go and live (and, hopefully, find work) in Arizona, where he has a house. We continue to keep Phil's sister Crystal and her husband Donnie in our prayers, and also the Bolton family.
A reminder and request for help: Our class has committed to serving dinner at the Hilda Barg homeless shelter on Monday, June 7 (next Monday!), as part of PCBC's commitment to a week of serving dinners. We are planning an Italian dinner, with baked ziti (Phil Ridgway), lasagna (the Clements), a green salad, broccoli and garlic bread, and strawberry shortcake for dessert. Please help prepare and/or serve, if you have the time. Let John Clement know if you can help; families are especially welcome. We begin prepping by 6 p.m.; dinner is at 7 sharp, and cleanup must be done by 8 p.m.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
We welcome back Helen Ruth and Dwight Lyons, visiting Potomac Crest and our class for the third week; also visiting this week are Vic and Mary Lindblom and Jay Clement, John's son.
Rhonda and Dwayne Pierce are praising the Lord. Rhonda's daughter has given birth to a boy, Lyric Dresden, and she has decided not to give him up for adoption. He's healthy, 6 lbs. 4 oz. and 21 1/4" long (tall and skinny). We're all looking forward to pictures, grandma!
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on thirteen weeks and is continuing her recovery. She is now coming regularly to the 11 a.m. service and using a walker instead of her wheelchair. Jim is hoping that they will be able to come to Sunday School class as well soon. You can, as always, visit read Jim's latest updates on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
John Flowers asked for prayers for strength and comfort for his sister -- this week will be the anniversary of the death of her husband, and she has had great trouble reconciling to his passing.
Cathy Clement asked for continuing prayers for her father. He his home from the hospital, back on his diet, and the symptoms of his diverticulitis seem to have abated. Please also keep praying for John Clement's son Jay. He is staying clean and sober so far, but the weeks ahead will test his mettle and determination. We haven't yet found a residential program he can attend (it has to be in Virginia), and he will start a daily AA twelve-step program this coming week. On the positive side, he came with us to church on Sunday, attended Sunday School class, and said he liked the fellowship and welcome he received. We are praying he can find a church home, a sponsor and accountability partners in the Christiansburg area.
Phil asked for prayers for his brother. He has been staying at their house and is finally moving out by June 7th, to go and live (and, hopefully, find work) in Arizona, where he has a house. We continue to keep Phil's sister Crystal and her husband Donnie in our prayers, and also the Bolton family.
A reminder and request for help: Our class has committed to serving dinner at the Hilda Barg homeless shelter on Monday, June 7 (next Monday!), as part of PCBC's commitment to a week of serving dinners. We are planning an Italian dinner, with baked ziti (Phil Ridgway), lasagna (the Clements), a green salad, broccoli and garlic bread, and strawberry shortcake for dessert. Please help prepare and/or serve, if you have the time. Let John Clement know if you can help; families are especially welcome. We begin prepping by 6 p.m.; dinner is at 7 sharp, and cleanup must be done by 8 p.m.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 5/23/2010
A request for help: Our class has committed to serving dinner at the Hilda Barg homeless shelter on Monday, June 7, as part of PCBC's commitment to a week of serving dinners. We are planning an Italian dinner, with baked ziti (Phil Ridgway), lasagna (the Clements), a green salad, broccoli and garlic bread, and strawberry shortcake for dessert. Please help prepare and/or serve, if you have the time. Let John Clement know if you can help; families are especially welcome. We begin prepping by 6 p.m.; dinner is at 7 sharp, and cleanup must be done by 8 p.m.
Praises, travel mercies:
We welcome back Helen Ruth and Dwight Lyons, visiting Potomac Crest and our class for the second week.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on twelve weeks and is continuing her recovery. She has now come to the 11 a.m. service for the third week in a row! James is hoping that they will be able to come to Sunday School as well soon. You can, as always, visit read Jim's latest update on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We ask prayers for a friend of Cathy's family -- her sister's supervisor, James Walden, diagnosed with cancer.
Rhonda Pierce asks for continued prayers for her daughter, who is about to give birth this coming weekend, and is still thinking of giving up the child for adoption.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her daughter Stacy, still in some confusion about what to do with herself this summer. She needs to find a job with a veterinary clinic before she starts veterinary school in the fall; but she is also considering going to visit her boyfriend for the summer.
John Clement asks for prayers for his son Jay. He is at a rehabilitation center for alcohol addiction, and is badly in need of prayer and support for the struggle he has ahead of him. His marriage, health, and possible future work are all at risk. We ask for prayers for the family's support and for his recognition of his need to dedicate himself to his recovery. John will travel to visit his son on Monday, and hopes to witness to the effect of faith in the Lord in his own life; please pray for the Holy Spirit to guide John's voice.
Please keep Phillip's sister Candy and her husband Donnie in your prayers. Candy has been diagnosed as having a torn ACL from falling while getting on a motorcycle, and Donnie had a seizure and has been diagnosed with cavernoma, a brain defect that can lead to aneurysms but can be treated with medication. Because of the seizure, Donnie may not be able to drive for 6 months which will drive him crazy.
Please continue to keep the Bolton family in your prayers. We also need prayers and support for Tom Carlson, who has taken over the leadership of the Youth Ministry until more permanent plans can be made. We pray that the church family members will step forward to help and support Tom and the youth, and Pastor Doug, in this difficult transition.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Praises, travel mercies:
We welcome back Helen Ruth and Dwight Lyons, visiting Potomac Crest and our class for the second week.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on twelve weeks and is continuing her recovery. She has now come to the 11 a.m. service for the third week in a row! James is hoping that they will be able to come to Sunday School as well soon. You can, as always, visit read Jim's latest update on their journal and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey.
We ask prayers for a friend of Cathy's family -- her sister's supervisor, James Walden, diagnosed with cancer.
Rhonda Pierce asks for continued prayers for her daughter, who is about to give birth this coming weekend, and is still thinking of giving up the child for adoption.
Sue Fitzhugh asked for prayers for her daughter Stacy, still in some confusion about what to do with herself this summer. She needs to find a job with a veterinary clinic before she starts veterinary school in the fall; but she is also considering going to visit her boyfriend for the summer.
John Clement asks for prayers for his son Jay. He is at a rehabilitation center for alcohol addiction, and is badly in need of prayer and support for the struggle he has ahead of him. His marriage, health, and possible future work are all at risk. We ask for prayers for the family's support and for his recognition of his need to dedicate himself to his recovery. John will travel to visit his son on Monday, and hopes to witness to the effect of faith in the Lord in his own life; please pray for the Holy Spirit to guide John's voice.
Please keep Phillip's sister Candy and her husband Donnie in your prayers. Candy has been diagnosed as having a torn ACL from falling while getting on a motorcycle, and Donnie had a seizure and has been diagnosed with cavernoma, a brain defect that can lead to aneurysms but can be treated with medication. Because of the seizure, Donnie may not be able to drive for 6 months which will drive him crazy.
Please continue to keep the Bolton family in your prayers. We also need prayers and support for Tom Carlson, who has taken over the leadership of the Youth Ministry until more permanent plans can be made. We pray that the church family members will step forward to help and support Tom and the youth, and Pastor Doug, in this difficult transition.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Monday, May 17, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 5/16/2010
Praises:
A huge praise for Phil Ridgway and Sue Fitzhugh! Phil, that classy gent, asked Sue to marry him at the end of the 8:30 service, in front of the entire congregation. She was caught entirely by surprise, and could not get the smile (and the occasional tear) off her face. Ring and everything. Their whole family was at the church to witness, and I don't believe there was a dry eye in the house.
John Flowers offers another large praise -- the proposal team he headed has finished its work and submitted the proposal.
We had a couple visiting our Sunday School class -- Dwight and Helen Ruth Lyons, looking at Potomac Crest as a possible church home closer to their own. We welcome them and thank them for their presence and contributions to the class; we hope to see them again. They offered praises for the birth of a grandniece, with a couple of other grands due this summer.
We had a lot of events this past Saturday -- a youth yard sale, a team doing the Cancer Walk, and the annual motorcycle ride. Travel mercies for all who stayed safe and healthy in the road events.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on eleven weeks and is continuing her recovery. Jim has built a ramp and they have a stair lift, so she can get out of the house. Her recovery continues; she would welcome cards and visits are not out of the question. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note for Jim and Claudia and their family if you visit the site.
Please keep the Bolton family in your prayers. We also need prayers and support for Tom Carlson, who has taken over the leadership of the Youth Ministry until more permanent plans can be made. We pray that the church family members will step forward to help and support Tom and the youth, and Pastor Doug, in this difficult transition.
John Flowers asked for prayers for his brother-in-law, trying to get over a lingering infection.
Cathy Clement asks for prayers for her sister Rhonda, who is moving to a new home and is in need of guidance and the patient support of her family.
You know how we've been saying to pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next. We had a brainstorming 'town hall' meeting after the 11 a.m. service this past Sunday. Many ideas were brought forward, and much pizza was consumed. The church leadership will ponder the ideas brought up, and look at the costs and benefits of each, and then bring the ideas back to another town meeting in a few weeks.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
A huge praise for Phil Ridgway and Sue Fitzhugh! Phil, that classy gent, asked Sue to marry him at the end of the 8:30 service, in front of the entire congregation. She was caught entirely by surprise, and could not get the smile (and the occasional tear) off her face. Ring and everything. Their whole family was at the church to witness, and I don't believe there was a dry eye in the house.
John Flowers offers another large praise -- the proposal team he headed has finished its work and submitted the proposal.
We had a couple visiting our Sunday School class -- Dwight and Helen Ruth Lyons, looking at Potomac Crest as a possible church home closer to their own. We welcome them and thank them for their presence and contributions to the class; we hope to see them again. They offered praises for the birth of a grandniece, with a couple of other grands due this summer.
We had a lot of events this past Saturday -- a youth yard sale, a team doing the Cancer Walk, and the annual motorcycle ride. Travel mercies for all who stayed safe and healthy in the road events.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on eleven weeks and is continuing her recovery. Jim has built a ramp and they have a stair lift, so she can get out of the house. Her recovery continues; she would welcome cards and visits are not out of the question. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note for Jim and Claudia and their family if you visit the site.
Please keep the Bolton family in your prayers. We also need prayers and support for Tom Carlson, who has taken over the leadership of the Youth Ministry until more permanent plans can be made. We pray that the church family members will step forward to help and support Tom and the youth, and Pastor Doug, in this difficult transition.
John Flowers asked for prayers for his brother-in-law, trying to get over a lingering infection.
Cathy Clement asks for prayers for her sister Rhonda, who is moving to a new home and is in need of guidance and the patient support of her family.
You know how we've been saying to pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next. We had a brainstorming 'town hall' meeting after the 11 a.m. service this past Sunday. Many ideas were brought forward, and much pizza was consumed. The church leadership will ponder the ideas brought up, and look at the costs and benefits of each, and then bring the ideas back to another town meeting in a few weeks.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 5/9/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Traveling for Mother's Day (obviously, in different capacities): Phil Ridgway, Dwayne Pierce, Cathy Clement. We wish them all safe travel back home.
Prayers:
We ask for a special prayer for the Bolton family. Jason has resigned as youth pastor at Potomac Crest, effective immediately. This is a very difficult time for Becky and Jason; they need our prayers as they deal with serious issues. We also pray for Tom Carlson, who is stepping in to help with the Youth Ministry until more permanent plans can be made. Please pray for guidance for Tom, and that the church family will rally around him to help over the next few weeks.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on ten weeks and is continuing her recovery. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note for Jim and Claudia and their family if you visit the site.
Rhonda Pierce asks for continuing prayer for her daughter Britt, about three weeks from the due date for her baby. Pray for guidance and discernment in some major life decisions.
Also, pray for patience and relief from stress for John Flowers, in what should be the last week of preparing a major proposal at his place of work.
Phil Ridgway has not received the final paperwork for his new job. Pray for patience with the ways of the federal government...
You know how we've been saying to pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next. Well, we will be having a special town meeting after the 11 a.m. service next weekend (the 16th) to brainstorm any and all ideas. Please be in prayer and bring your ideas to this meeting.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Traveling for Mother's Day (obviously, in different capacities): Phil Ridgway, Dwayne Pierce, Cathy Clement. We wish them all safe travel back home.
Prayers:
We ask for a special prayer for the Bolton family. Jason has resigned as youth pastor at Potomac Crest, effective immediately. This is a very difficult time for Becky and Jason; they need our prayers as they deal with serious issues. We also pray for Tom Carlson, who is stepping in to help with the Youth Ministry until more permanent plans can be made. Please pray for guidance for Tom, and that the church family will rally around him to help over the next few weeks.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on ten weeks and is continuing her recovery. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note for Jim and Claudia and their family if you visit the site.
Rhonda Pierce asks for continuing prayer for her daughter Britt, about three weeks from the due date for her baby. Pray for guidance and discernment in some major life decisions.
Also, pray for patience and relief from stress for John Flowers, in what should be the last week of preparing a major proposal at his place of work.
Phil Ridgway has not received the final paperwork for his new job. Pray for patience with the ways of the federal government...
You know how we've been saying to pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next. Well, we will be having a special town meeting after the 11 a.m. service next weekend (the 16th) to brainstorm any and all ideas. Please be in prayer and bring your ideas to this meeting.
Other ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 4/25/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
As of today, JK Flowers and his bride have tied the knot, and John and Lydia and Candace are headed back home. We wish them safe travel, look forward to seeing pictures of the ceremony and wish the new bride and groom all happiness.
And peace and calm to the rest of the family; they have other stresses, but this may be one less thing to plan for and worry about.
Cathy Clement wishes everyone to know that, as of 5 p.m. Sunday 4/25, she is done with a very hard-working online class! She is busy exhaling and trying to relax. We are going away next weekend to celebrate a little; John Flowers will take the Sunday School class for this coming Sunday.
Lots of our folk are away; Rhonda Pierce and Sue Fitzhugh are at the women's retreat.
John Clement is pleased beyond telling to announce the arrival of Nina Marie Boone Santos, born last Sunday evening 4/18 at 11 p.m., 7 lbs. 13 ounces. Very beautiful, very healthy. Mother and daughter doing great; brother and father doing the doting thing.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on eight weeks. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site. Reading the latest note from Jim, we see the family is preparing for Claudia to be able to spend the day by herself, perhaps starting in June. Plans are advancing for a stair lift; Jim is also beginning to think about occasional outings for Claudia once she can get in and out of the house...
We continue to pray for the Flowers family; although the wedding is (we earnestly hope) happily concluded, they have many more family and work issues they are dealing with.
You have all seen the postings about Bill Rickard; he needs our constant prayer as he battles MRSA infections amidst his ongoing battle with cancer. We pray for discernment for the doctors, for God's will to be manifest, and for strength and calm for Sherry.
Ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti. We are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
As of today, JK Flowers and his bride have tied the knot, and John and Lydia and Candace are headed back home. We wish them safe travel, look forward to seeing pictures of the ceremony and wish the new bride and groom all happiness.
And peace and calm to the rest of the family; they have other stresses, but this may be one less thing to plan for and worry about.
Cathy Clement wishes everyone to know that, as of 5 p.m. Sunday 4/25, she is done with a very hard-working online class! She is busy exhaling and trying to relax. We are going away next weekend to celebrate a little; John Flowers will take the Sunday School class for this coming Sunday.
Lots of our folk are away; Rhonda Pierce and Sue Fitzhugh are at the women's retreat.
John Clement is pleased beyond telling to announce the arrival of Nina Marie Boone Santos, born last Sunday evening 4/18 at 11 p.m., 7 lbs. 13 ounces. Very beautiful, very healthy. Mother and daughter doing great; brother and father doing the doting thing.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on eight weeks. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site. Reading the latest note from Jim, we see the family is preparing for Claudia to be able to spend the day by herself, perhaps starting in June. Plans are advancing for a stair lift; Jim is also beginning to think about occasional outings for Claudia once she can get in and out of the house...
We continue to pray for the Flowers family; although the wedding is (we earnestly hope) happily concluded, they have many more family and work issues they are dealing with.
You have all seen the postings about Bill Rickard; he needs our constant prayer as he battles MRSA infections amidst his ongoing battle with cancer. We pray for discernment for the doctors, for God's will to be manifest, and for strength and calm for Sherry.
Ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti. We are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 4/18/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
Winnie Cooper is back home from the hospital, and doing well. We continue to pray for her swift return to Sunday services.
Cathy Clement is away this weekend, visiting with her daughter Veronica and family. John misses her.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on seven weeks. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site.
John Flowers has survived the first week or so of a proposal-writing project at his job, which will occupy him more than full-time for the next six weeks or so. The Flowers family heads south this coming weekend, for JK's wedding. Please pray for happiness and sanity in God's peace. Also for Flowers' family health: John's brother-in-law is now in rehabilitation, and recovery is ongoing. Lydia's father has suffered what appears to be a serious heart attack. John's mother has been placed in another interim rehabilitation facility, while the family tries for a more suitable (and more permanent) placement.
John Clement asks for continued prayers for his stepdaughter Lily and new daughter, maybe to be delivered this coming Monday (tomorrow!). Also Cathy has one more week or so of her online class, after which she can exhale.
Larry Springer mentioned another church with which he maintains contact: Grace Filipino Church is an outgrowth of Grace Baptist Church, and due to the ongoing interest and ministry of their retired pastor, Charles Chilton. Larry reports there is a new home Bible Study group forming in the Gainesville area, with hopes that a new church for the Filipino community may be spawned there. He asks for prayers for God's will and eventual church growth in the area, and strength and patience for 'retired' pastor Chilton.
Ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti. We are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
Winnie Cooper is back home from the hospital, and doing well. We continue to pray for her swift return to Sunday services.
Cathy Clement is away this weekend, visiting with her daughter Veronica and family. John misses her.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on seven weeks. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site.
John Flowers has survived the first week or so of a proposal-writing project at his job, which will occupy him more than full-time for the next six weeks or so. The Flowers family heads south this coming weekend, for JK's wedding. Please pray for happiness and sanity in God's peace. Also for Flowers' family health: John's brother-in-law is now in rehabilitation, and recovery is ongoing. Lydia's father has suffered what appears to be a serious heart attack. John's mother has been placed in another interim rehabilitation facility, while the family tries for a more suitable (and more permanent) placement.
John Clement asks for continued prayers for his stepdaughter Lily and new daughter, maybe to be delivered this coming Monday (tomorrow!). Also Cathy has one more week or so of her online class, after which she can exhale.
Larry Springer mentioned another church with which he maintains contact: Grace Filipino Church is an outgrowth of Grace Baptist Church, and due to the ongoing interest and ministry of their retired pastor, Charles Chilton. Larry reports there is a new home Bible Study group forming in the Gainesville area, with hopes that a new church for the Filipino community may be spawned there. He asks for prayers for God's will and eventual church growth in the area, and strength and patience for 'retired' pastor Chilton.
Ongoing requests: Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti. We are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 4/11/2010
Prayers:
Rhonda Pierce asks for prayers for her daughter, Brittany and for the family. There is a serious family situation. Pray for discernment and for God's will to be manifest.
Winnie Cooper, one of our church's most beloved seniors, has been in the hospital since fainting late last week. She is recovering; doctors have found some heart irregularities and are trying to stabilize her blood pressure. [No visitors yet, but cards and email are welcome.] We pray for full recovery, and are eager to have her back with us.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on six weeks. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site.
John Flowers has been put into an intense proposal-writing project at his job, which will occupy him more than full-time for the next six weeks or so. Please pray for success and sanity in God's peace, as the Flowers deal with JK's upcoming wedding, work pressures and planning and working for Vacation Bible School.
John Clement asks for prayers for his son Jay, dealing with personal problems. Please pray for strength. Also his stepdaughter Lily, about to give birth to their second child -- maybe this week! And Cathy has two more weeks of her online class... pray for continued grace under pressure as she deals with work and homework.
Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti. We are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
Rhonda Pierce asks for prayers for her daughter, Brittany and for the family. There is a serious family situation. Pray for discernment and for God's will to be manifest.
Winnie Cooper, one of our church's most beloved seniors, has been in the hospital since fainting late last week. She is recovering; doctors have found some heart irregularities and are trying to stabilize her blood pressure. [No visitors yet, but cards and email are welcome.] We pray for full recovery, and are eager to have her back with us.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on six weeks. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site.
John Flowers has been put into an intense proposal-writing project at his job, which will occupy him more than full-time for the next six weeks or so. Please pray for success and sanity in God's peace, as the Flowers deal with JK's upcoming wedding, work pressures and planning and working for Vacation Bible School.
John Clement asks for prayers for his son Jay, dealing with personal problems. Please pray for strength. Also his stepdaughter Lily, about to give birth to their second child -- maybe this week! And Cathy has two more weeks of her online class... pray for continued grace under pressure as she deals with work and homework.
Lydia Flowers and Heather Zerkle, and other volunteers, are planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti. We are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 4/4/2010
Praises:
Thanks to all the folks (especially a large group from the Men's Ministry) who showed up to help the Talbots move their belongings this past Saturday. This spirit of service is one of the best parts of Potomac Crest fellowship.
Prayers:
I have one more prayer request to add. Bill King wrote late last week:
Please be in prayer for my wife's dad who has been dealing with cancer. We found on friday that he has 2-3 weeks. We are praying that God will take him so that he does not suffer any more pain. Bill
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We continue to pray for Heather Zerkle's sister. Heather wrote last week:
My sister has an inoperable pituitary tumor. She is supposed to start treatment tomorrow. She will take a pill every 3 days for 8 weeks with the hopes of shrinking the tumor and all of the others. Eventually she will become to sick to swallow the pill and they will have to inject it into her system. We are asking her to seek a second opinion from the Mayo Clinic, they might have more experience. They would tell her within 2 days if they think they can operate on it or not.
I have a couple of specific prayers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and may God bless you.
1. Pray that she will at least check on this option at the Mayo Clinic
2. If they cannot operate that God would put a hedge of protection around her and keep her from getting sick during treatments
3. Pray that God would be glorified and that she feels His continual presence!
4. Pray that she will see complete recovery no matter which road she has to take
5. Pray for her children (Tanner & Tatum), husband (Jason) and my mom (Mary)
6. Pray for their finances, she is the only steady income right now.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on five weeks. Jim and family are still trying to solve the problem of getting her out of the house as necessary, for appointments, in case of emergency, and just for her sanity as she continues to recover. Stair lifts are back under consideration. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site.
Sue Fitzhugh's mom is having back surgery this week; she is 78 and in considerable pain. She is fairly stoic and reserved about her stuff; last month she went in and had her gall bladder removed, and didn't tell anyone about the surgery until she was back home . Also, Sue's dad is going to the cardiologist on Friday. So we pray for her family. Also, pray for Phil Ridgway's sister Candie and her husband Donnie -- they are having relationship issues.
John Flowers mentioned his brother-in-law, who has been suffering from cancer in his back, has had multiple surgeries and complications from infections, resulting in more surgeries. Please pray for recuperation. Also, John's family is seeking the right placement for his mother; she needs a nursing home. John continues to ask for prayers for sanity in the household as the date of JK's wedding gets closer.
Cathy asked for prayers for John C. -- he's at home with the galloping flu; hope it's the one-day variety.
We are knee-deep into planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti, and also in Chile. Also, don't forget that we are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
Thanks to all the folks (especially a large group from the Men's Ministry) who showed up to help the Talbots move their belongings this past Saturday. This spirit of service is one of the best parts of Potomac Crest fellowship.
Prayers:
I have one more prayer request to add. Bill King wrote late last week:
Please be in prayer for my wife's dad who has been dealing with cancer. We found on friday that he has 2-3 weeks. We are praying that God will take him so that he does not suffer any more pain. Bill
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We continue to pray for Heather Zerkle's sister. Heather wrote last week:
My sister has an inoperable pituitary tumor. She is supposed to start treatment tomorrow. She will take a pill every 3 days for 8 weeks with the hopes of shrinking the tumor and all of the others. Eventually she will become to sick to swallow the pill and they will have to inject it into her system. We are asking her to seek a second opinion from the Mayo Clinic, they might have more experience. They would tell her within 2 days if they think they can operate on it or not.
I have a couple of specific prayers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and may God bless you.
1. Pray that she will at least check on this option at the Mayo Clinic
2. If they cannot operate that God would put a hedge of protection around her and keep her from getting sick during treatments
3. Pray that God would be glorified and that she feels His continual presence!
4. Pray that she will see complete recovery no matter which road she has to take
5. Pray for her children (Tanner & Tatum), husband (Jason) and my mom (Mary)
6. Pray for their finances, she is the only steady income right now.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on five weeks. Jim and family are still trying to solve the problem of getting her out of the house as necessary, for appointments, in case of emergency, and just for her sanity as she continues to recover. Stair lifts are back under consideration. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey. Please leave a note if you visit the site.
Sue Fitzhugh's mom is having back surgery this week; she is 78 and in considerable pain. She is fairly stoic and reserved about her stuff; last month she went in and had her gall bladder removed, and didn't tell anyone about the surgery until she was back home . Also, Sue's dad is going to the cardiologist on Friday. So we pray for her family. Also, pray for Phil Ridgway's sister Candie and her husband Donnie -- they are having relationship issues.
John Flowers mentioned his brother-in-law, who has been suffering from cancer in his back, has had multiple surgeries and complications from infections, resulting in more surgeries. Please pray for recuperation. Also, John's family is seeking the right placement for his mother; she needs a nursing home. John continues to ask for prayers for sanity in the household as the date of JK's wedding gets closer.
Cathy asked for prayers for John C. -- he's at home with the galloping flu; hope it's the one-day variety.
We are knee-deep into planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti, and also in Chile. Also, don't forget that we are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 3/28/2010
Praises:
Larry Springer offered praises for his son-in-law, a pastor. He has been accepted to Duke Divinity School, in their doctoral program.
Gail Ryder offered praises -- she has been accepted into a mortgage loan modification program that will lower her payments for five years and then has a low adjustable ceiling.
Prayers, travel mercies:
Gail's daughter Raven left this week on a college tour. We pray for travel mercies and for her to find a college she likes.
John Flowers asked for prayers for sanity in the household as the date of JK's wedding gets closer.
We pray for Heather Zerkle's sister -- she has cancer but no clear diagnosis yet, and no path forward for treatment. Heather asks for prayers for diagnosis and a complete cure, in faith that God can do this.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on four weeks. Jim and family are still trying to solve the problem of getting her out of the house as necessary, for appointments, in case of emergency, and just for her sanity as she continues to recover. Stair lifts are back under consideration. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey . Please leave a note if you visit the site.
We are in prayer for the Talbots (Kevin and Debbie plus two); they are moving on Saturday April 3 and need help loading and unloading. We pray for stability in their finances.
We are knee-deep into planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti, and also in Chile. Also, don't forget that we are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
And don't forget: next Friday is Good Friday, and Sunday is Easter Sunday: Sunrise Service will be at 7 a.m. and there will be a potluck breakfast afterward, and then 8:30 a.m service, Sunday School and the 11 a.m. service.
We will be offering, again, van conveyance to Sunday School and the 11 o'clock service from Fitzgerald Elementary, thanks to the Payne's loan of their van.
Larry Springer offered praises for his son-in-law, a pastor. He has been accepted to Duke Divinity School, in their doctoral program.
Gail Ryder offered praises -- she has been accepted into a mortgage loan modification program that will lower her payments for five years and then has a low adjustable ceiling.
Prayers, travel mercies:
Gail's daughter Raven left this week on a college tour. We pray for travel mercies and for her to find a college she likes.
John Flowers asked for prayers for sanity in the household as the date of JK's wedding gets closer.
We pray for Heather Zerkle's sister -- she has cancer but no clear diagnosis yet, and no path forward for treatment. Heather asks for prayers for diagnosis and a complete cure, in faith that God can do this.
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, who has now been home for going on four weeks. Jim and family are still trying to solve the problem of getting her out of the house as necessary, for appointments, in case of emergency, and just for her sanity as she continues to recover. Stair lifts are back under consideration. You can, as always, read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey . Please leave a note if you visit the site.
We are in prayer for the Talbots (Kevin and Debbie plus two); they are moving on Saturday April 3 and need help loading and unloading. We pray for stability in their finances.
We are knee-deep into planning and preparing for Vacation Bible School, in late June. Please be in prayer about VBS and consider how you might be able to turn your talents to helping...
We continue to remember and pray for the people suffering in Haiti, and also in Chile. Also, don't forget that we are still collecting for the Annie Armstrong fund.
Please pray for guidance and wisdom as our church looks for the Lord to tell us what we as a church need to do next.
And don't forget: next Friday is Good Friday, and Sunday is Easter Sunday: Sunrise Service will be at 7 a.m. and there will be a potluck breakfast afterward, and then 8:30 a.m service, Sunday School and the 11 a.m. service.
We will be offering, again, van conveyance to Sunday School and the 11 o'clock service from Fitzgerald Elementary, thanks to the Payne's loan of their van.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 3/21/2010
Praises:
Phillip Ridgway has heard about the Navy job he was hoping to get. He is to receive an appointment letter in the next week or so, and will be starting (assuming all paperwork gets properly done) sometime in April. Know that prayer works, and don't stop now!
JK Flowers came to Sunday School today; wedding plans are moving along. He gave praises for the support of family and friends, and asks for continuing prayers for stressfree (as much as possible) planning and for everyone to keep their sense of humor.
Prayers:
Sue Fitzhugh asks for prayers for a former in-law, Bernard. His ex-wife passed away (committed suicide), and the experience has been harrowing for him. Phillip reported he went with Bernard to help him clear out some things from her house, and in conversation heard some things that made him believe Bernard might be attempting to renew his faith in Christ. Sue and Phillip ask for prayers for the Spirit's support of their ministry and for Bernard's salvation.
Claudia McManamey has now been at home for almost three weeks. She makes progress, in big and small ways, every day. The adjustments that the family need to make are continuing; the good news is that she can now use the shower, with a lot of help. They are still trying to solve the problem of getting her out of the house as necessary, for appointments, in case of emergency, and just for her sanity as she continues to recover.
The Family Needs ministry has been lining up folks to take turns providing meals for the family. Please email or call Cindy Fox Bachman if you can help. Don't forget to keep praying for her and Jim and the family as she continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey . Please leave a note if you visit the site.
We mentioned earlier that an inlaw of Cathy Clement's (actually, a sister of her brother-in-law) had been diagnosed with lung cancer. It turns out that the diagnosis is of third-stage cancer; she is to receive heavy chemotherapy. We pray for successful treatment and relief of suffering.
Rhonda and Dwayne Pierce ask for prayers for her daughter, who has attempted suicide and is still having a very tough time with mental and emotional troubles. She is about to turn 21. Please pray for discernment and for relief, and for strength in support for Rhonda and Dwayne as they try to support her daughter in finding her way.
Sue Fitzhugh mentioned a coworker, Willy, just diagnosed with prostate cancer and headed for surgery and follow-up treatment.
We remember those still suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti and in Chile. Remember that the Annie Armstrong mission collection continues.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
A personal note about this prayer list: we receive and pass on prayers for folks attending our class, but this list goes out to a much larger group. We are always glad to add more prayers to the list, but folks have to request them. Please write me, or just reply "all" to these messages, or reply to this blog, and your prayers will be passed on to all our group.
Phillip Ridgway has heard about the Navy job he was hoping to get. He is to receive an appointment letter in the next week or so, and will be starting (assuming all paperwork gets properly done) sometime in April. Know that prayer works, and don't stop now!
JK Flowers came to Sunday School today; wedding plans are moving along. He gave praises for the support of family and friends, and asks for continuing prayers for stressfree (as much as possible) planning and for everyone to keep their sense of humor.
Prayers:
Sue Fitzhugh asks for prayers for a former in-law, Bernard. His ex-wife passed away (committed suicide), and the experience has been harrowing for him. Phillip reported he went with Bernard to help him clear out some things from her house, and in conversation heard some things that made him believe Bernard might be attempting to renew his faith in Christ. Sue and Phillip ask for prayers for the Spirit's support of their ministry and for Bernard's salvation.
Claudia McManamey has now been at home for almost three weeks. She makes progress, in big and small ways, every day. The adjustments that the family need to make are continuing; the good news is that she can now use the shower, with a lot of help. They are still trying to solve the problem of getting her out of the house as necessary, for appointments, in case of emergency, and just for her sanity as she continues to recover.
The Family Needs ministry has been lining up folks to take turns providing meals for the family. Please email or call Cindy Fox Bachman if you can help. Don't forget to keep praying for her and Jim and the family as she continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey . Please leave a note if you visit the site.
We mentioned earlier that an inlaw of Cathy Clement's (actually, a sister of her brother-in-law) had been diagnosed with lung cancer. It turns out that the diagnosis is of third-stage cancer; she is to receive heavy chemotherapy. We pray for successful treatment and relief of suffering.
Rhonda and Dwayne Pierce ask for prayers for her daughter, who has attempted suicide and is still having a very tough time with mental and emotional troubles. She is about to turn 21. Please pray for discernment and for relief, and for strength in support for Rhonda and Dwayne as they try to support her daughter in finding her way.
Sue Fitzhugh mentioned a coworker, Willy, just diagnosed with prostate cancer and headed for surgery and follow-up treatment.
We remember those still suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti and in Chile. Remember that the Annie Armstrong mission collection continues.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
A personal note about this prayer list: we receive and pass on prayers for folks attending our class, but this list goes out to a much larger group. We are always glad to add more prayers to the list, but folks have to request them. Please write me, or just reply "all" to these messages, or reply to this blog, and your prayers will be passed on to all our group.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 2/28/2010
Praises:
Phil Ridgway has been trying to find a new job; although the job he currently has now seems more secure, he's still worried and looking. Last Friday, out of the blue, he got a request from Navy HR for his basic documents. Let's keep praying that he finds where the Lord wants him to be.
Pastor Doug is returning this week. We wish him renewed strength and enthusiasm.
Prayers:
Claudia McManamey is out of Mt. Vernon Rehab Hospital, and at home. This will be a big adjustment, and the Family Needs ministry will be looking to help. Please keep praying for her and Jim and the family as she continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey .
Jim is beginning to think about the future; one possible idea is that he can retire. Pray for his guidance and strength.
Gail Ryder says she is working on her family and personal issues, 'one day at a time.' This week, she reports, was a pretty positive one.
Larry Springer tells us Nora, his wife, did not come home last night. She has occasionally gone to stay at a local hotel. He will wait a few days and, if she doesn't return, put in a missing persons report. We pray for healing strength for both Larry and his wife.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for peace in her family. Her husband and her 20-year-old daughter have been quarreling.
John Flowers asks for prayers: his family is going through a fair amount of turmoil, between his mom, his son's wedding plans, his sister... we pray for peace and strength for all.
We remember those still suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti and now in Chile.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
Phil Ridgway has been trying to find a new job; although the job he currently has now seems more secure, he's still worried and looking. Last Friday, out of the blue, he got a request from Navy HR for his basic documents. Let's keep praying that he finds where the Lord wants him to be.
Pastor Doug is returning this week. We wish him renewed strength and enthusiasm.
Prayers:
Claudia McManamey is out of Mt. Vernon Rehab Hospital, and at home. This will be a big adjustment, and the Family Needs ministry will be looking to help. Please keep praying for her and Jim and the family as she continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey .
Jim is beginning to think about the future; one possible idea is that he can retire. Pray for his guidance and strength.
Gail Ryder says she is working on her family and personal issues, 'one day at a time.' This week, she reports, was a pretty positive one.
Larry Springer tells us Nora, his wife, did not come home last night. She has occasionally gone to stay at a local hotel. He will wait a few days and, if she doesn't return, put in a missing persons report. We pray for healing strength for both Larry and his wife.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for peace in her family. Her husband and her 20-year-old daughter have been quarreling.
John Flowers asks for prayers: his family is going through a fair amount of turmoil, between his mom, his son's wedding plans, his sister... we pray for peace and strength for all.
We remember those still suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti and now in Chile.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 2/28/2010
Praises:
Phil Ridgway has been trying to find a new job; although the job he currently has now seems more secure, he's still worried and looking. Last Friday, out of the blue, he got a request from Navy HR for his basic documents. Let's keep praying that he finds where the Lord wants him to be.
Pastor Doug is returning this week. We wish him renewed strength and enthusiasm.
Prayers:
Claudia McManamey is out of Mt. Vernon Rehab Hospital, and at home. This will be a big adjustment, and the Family Needs ministry will be looking to help. Please keep praying for her and Jim and the family as she continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey .
Jim is beginning to think about the future; one possible idea is that he can retire. Pray for his guidance and strength.
Gail Ryder says she is working on her family and personal issues, 'one day at a time.' This week, she reports, was a pretty positive one.
Larry Springer tells us Nora, his wife, did not come home last night. She has occasionally gone to stay at a local hotel. He will wait a few days and, if she doesn't return, put in a missing persons report. We pray for healing strength for both Larry and his wife.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for peace in her family. Her husband and her 20-year-old daughter have been quarreling.
John Flowers asks for prayers: his family is going through a fair amount of turmoil, between his mom, his son's wedding plans, his sister... we pray for peace and strength for all.
We remember those still suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti and now in Chile.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
Phil Ridgway has been trying to find a new job; although the job he currently has now seems more secure, he's still worried and looking. Last Friday, out of the blue, he got a request from Navy HR for his basic documents. Let's keep praying that he finds where the Lord wants him to be.
Pastor Doug is returning this week. We wish him renewed strength and enthusiasm.
Prayers:
Claudia McManamey is out of Mt. Vernon Rehab Hospital, and at home. This will be a big adjustment, and the Family Needs ministry will be looking to help. Please keep praying for her and Jim and the family as she continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey .
Jim is beginning to think about the future; one possible idea is that he can retire. Pray for his guidance and strength.
Gail Ryder says she is working on her family and personal issues, 'one day at a time.' This week, she reports, was a pretty positive one.
Larry Springer tells us Nora, his wife, did not come home last night. She has occasionally gone to stay at a local hotel. He will wait a few days and, if she doesn't return, put in a missing persons report. We pray for healing strength for both Larry and his wife.
Rhonda Pierce asked for prayers for peace in her family. Her husband and her 20-year-old daughter have been quarreling.
John Flowers asks for prayers: his family is going through a fair amount of turmoil, between his mom, his son's wedding plans, his sister... we pray for peace and strength for all.
We remember those still suffering and trying to rebuild in Haiti and now in Chile.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 2/21/2010
Between church being closed for two Sundays and my own -- well, laziness, and getting out of the habit, no other name for it -- this past week, there have been no prayer requests. I apologize, and I'll try to get back in the habit. Now here goes.
Praises, travel mercies:
The Flowers family has been doing better this past week... The Houston branch (and their lawyers) have agreed to sit down together to resolve inheritance matters... John's mother is content in the rehab center, and can stay for another few weeks... JK and his fiancee have picked a location -- Statesville, GA in April.
Claudia McManamey continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey .
Phil Ridgway got a surprise call from a former supervisor, inviting him to interview for what sound like a perfect position for him. He may have an interview as early as Monday.
We hear that May and Bill Trucano (Jacquie Ellis' parents) are getting ready to move to Florida. We wish them an easy move; they will be missed. In other prayers for travel mercies, Cathy Clement is down in Alabama visiting Veronica this weekend; we ask for safe travel there and back home.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia, Jim and the whole McManamey/Houry family. Claudia McManamey is recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome. [She's at Mt. Vernon hospital, room 523.] Jim asked us to add another G-BS patient, Luther, to our prayer list; he has a much more severe case of the syndrome, and his recovery has been slow and difficult.
Gail Ryder says she is working on her family and personal issues, 'one day at a time.' Larry Springer also says his wife, Nora, continues 'about the same.'
Sue Fitzhugh mentioned her mother and father. Her mother had laparoscopic gall-bladder surgery this past week and told no one in the family about it. She is 78; she is now at home and apparently recovering well. Her father has an alcohol-dependency problem, so coping with both their issues is stressful for everyone. Fortunately, Sue's brother had planned a family trip for this time, and is now with them.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
Praises, travel mercies:
The Flowers family has been doing better this past week... The Houston branch (and their lawyers) have agreed to sit down together to resolve inheritance matters... John's mother is content in the rehab center, and can stay for another few weeks... JK and his fiancee have picked a location -- Statesville, GA in April.
Claudia McManamey continues to improve. Jim thanks everyone for their prayers -- they are definitely helping. You can read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/claudiamcmanamey .
Phil Ridgway got a surprise call from a former supervisor, inviting him to interview for what sound like a perfect position for him. He may have an interview as early as Monday.
We hear that May and Bill Trucano (Jacquie Ellis' parents) are getting ready to move to Florida. We wish them an easy move; they will be missed. In other prayers for travel mercies, Cathy Clement is down in Alabama visiting Veronica this weekend; we ask for safe travel there and back home.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia, Jim and the whole McManamey/Houry family. Claudia McManamey is recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome. [She's at Mt. Vernon hospital, room 523.] Jim asked us to add another G-BS patient, Luther, to our prayer list; he has a much more severe case of the syndrome, and his recovery has been slow and difficult.
Gail Ryder says she is working on her family and personal issues, 'one day at a time.' Larry Springer also says his wife, Nora, continues 'about the same.'
Sue Fitzhugh mentioned her mother and father. Her mother had laparoscopic gall-bladder surgery this past week and told no one in the family about it. She is 78; she is now at home and apparently recovering well. Her father has an alcohol-dependency problem, so coping with both their issues is stressful for everyone. Fortunately, Sue's brother had planned a family trip for this time, and is now with them.
As always, please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
By the Book Prayer Requests for Sunday 1/24/2010
Praises, travel mercies:
John Flowers is traveling this week. So is Phil Ridgeway, to St. Petersburg in Florida.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome. [She's at Mt. Vernon hospital, room 523.] She has two more weeks at Mt. Vernon, and then the family will have to move her to another rehabilitation facility. Her recovery proceeds, but she still has a long way to go. Jim says her spirits are high, however.
Heather Zerkle asked us to pray for her twin sister, Shannon Vanderpool. In Heather's own words: "She has had some symptoms for a while and went to the Dr. today for a mammogram. After the mammogram they asked her to stay and have an ultrasound. The results of the ultrasound were that they found a mass in the breast 5cm that was in the direction of the armpit. They have ruled out a cyst and infection and have scheduled her for a biopsy on Tues with the results to be back on Friday. She left the ultrasound and went to her Dr. who basically said she wished she could tell her it was nothing but “it was what it was” and that if it were her she would go have a drink to try and not to think about it. My sister said I don’t drink and she said I am sorry we will know what we are facing on Friday. To add to this many of you know my nephew has OCD and today was his last appt with his Dr. and the last day of his meds. He has been trying to get off his meds for a long time and I pray this doesn’t set him back; one of his fears is my sister dying. My sister is choosing not to tell them anything until she knows more. Please join me in prayer for my sister, husband Jason, nephew Tanner, niece Tatum, my mom, Mary. Please pray that the Great Physician heals her body from head to toe and that when they do the biopsy the Drs stand in awe at His mighty hands and that she feels his loving arms surrounding her. Thank you so much."
Rhonda Pierce mentioned a coworker, 45, who has recently had a heart attack and two strokes. She also asked for prayers for her daughter, who is still having a rough time.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her sister Rhonda and Rhonda's daughter Rebecca, 17. Mother and daughter are having fights and not talking to one another. Pray for guidance and wisdom for both.
Some repeats from last week -- still worth praying about.
We continue to ask for prayers for Gene Cox, a leader in the Men's Ministry. He has been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm (in his lower brain), which doctors now believe to be inoperable; but the prognosis is somewhat positive, in that people live for many years with aneurysms in this location. Pray for the Son to lift his spirits.
Gail Ryder asked for prayers for her family.
We also pray for the men's ministry. They will need support, since both Gene Cox and Jon Pacella are having to cede the leadership for at least a time. Please be in prayer for this ministry at PCBC.
Please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
John Flowers is traveling this week. So is Phil Ridgeway, to St. Petersburg in Florida.
Prayers:
We continue to pray for Claudia McManamey, recovering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome. [She's at Mt. Vernon hospital, room 523.] She has two more weeks at Mt. Vernon, and then the family will have to move her to another rehabilitation facility. Her recovery proceeds, but she still has a long way to go. Jim says her spirits are high, however.
Heather Zerkle asked us to pray for her twin sister, Shannon Vanderpool. In Heather's own words: "She has had some symptoms for a while and went to the Dr. today for a mammogram. After the mammogram they asked her to stay and have an ultrasound. The results of the ultrasound were that they found a mass in the breast 5cm that was in the direction of the armpit. They have ruled out a cyst and infection and have scheduled her for a biopsy on Tues with the results to be back on Friday. She left the ultrasound and went to her Dr. who basically said she wished she could tell her it was nothing but “it was what it was” and that if it were her she would go have a drink to try and not to think about it. My sister said I don’t drink and she said I am sorry we will know what we are facing on Friday. To add to this many of you know my nephew has OCD and today was his last appt with his Dr. and the last day of his meds. He has been trying to get off his meds for a long time and I pray this doesn’t set him back; one of his fears is my sister dying. My sister is choosing not to tell them anything until she knows more. Please join me in prayer for my sister, husband Jason, nephew Tanner, niece Tatum, my mom, Mary. Please pray that the Great Physician heals her body from head to toe and that when they do the biopsy the Drs stand in awe at His mighty hands and that she feels his loving arms surrounding her. Thank you so much."
Rhonda Pierce mentioned a coworker, 45, who has recently had a heart attack and two strokes. She also asked for prayers for her daughter, who is still having a rough time.
Cathy Clement asked for prayers for her sister Rhonda and Rhonda's daughter Rebecca, 17. Mother and daughter are having fights and not talking to one another. Pray for guidance and wisdom for both.
Some repeats from last week -- still worth praying about.
We continue to ask for prayers for Gene Cox, a leader in the Men's Ministry. He has been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm (in his lower brain), which doctors now believe to be inoperable; but the prognosis is somewhat positive, in that people live for many years with aneurysms in this location. Pray for the Son to lift his spirits.
Gail Ryder asked for prayers for her family.
We also pray for the men's ministry. They will need support, since both Gene Cox and Jon Pacella are having to cede the leadership for at least a time. Please be in prayer for this ministry at PCBC.
Please also keep praying for all the needs in our church, and for God's will to continue to be manifest in what our Potomac Crest church community does to serve.
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