Alice Smith (mother of Christe and Kal Avink) underwent a successful aortic valve replacement on Thursday, February 26, at the Meijer Heart Center; fortunately, a pacemaker was not required. While recovering at home, she will be wearing a heart monitor for two weeks.
Mark Rios, a friend of our Pickleball Group, recently fell and injured his shoulder and knee. He is the primary caregiver for his disabled son and for his wife, Deb, who has a brain aneurysm. Please pray for healing and a smooth, quick recovery, and for strength and peace for their entire family during this time.
Shirley Olson, sister of Cynthia and Jim Zuidema, was found to have a blockage in her shoulder. She will meet with a specialist to determine the next steps in her care.
Ashlyn Stein (niece of Kelly and Joe Cleveland) is battling stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Scans have revealed the current treatment plan is not working as spots in her bones have increased in size. Fortunately, no vital organs have been affected; however, specialists will be exploring new treatment plans.
Luke French (great-grandson of Hank and Jan VanderLoon) was air-lifted to the DeVos Children's Hospital on Friday, January 2. He is currently receiving treatment for fluid on his lungs while doctors also determine the nature of a suspicious lung mass.
Deb Rios, wife of one of Fellowship’s pickleball players, has been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm. We praise God that there was no evidence of cancer and that they feel the aneurysms are small enough to treat with medications.
John Turkopp III (father of John IV and Kelly Turkopp [Cameron and Abby]) is struggling with complications including dementia, diabetes, high blood pressure, and concerns regarding his kidney function. Please pray for a clear course of treatment and care.
John Hruby (father of Jen Brower) has been diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma. Please pray that John will discover both the spiritual and physical healing available in Jesus Christ alone.
David TenBrink (father of Stu/Jessica TenBrink and Angie/Ron VanderWest) continues to battle congestive heart failure. Please pray that his fluid retention and congestion decrease, as this tires him and restricts his breathing.
Pam Por, daughter-in-law of Sharon and Eric Olsen is suffering from end stage liver disease. Please pray for strength and peace.
Joel VanDuyn, nephew of Louise and Brian Van Lente, has a recurrence of cancer. He has recently completed his 4th round of treatment. His medical team will now reassess how the medicine is working. The family covets your prayers for complete healing for Joel and strength for their family as they continue on this path.
Kalynn, sister of Jenna Biezunski, continues to battle an opioid addiction. Please pray for peace for her as she experiences withdrawal from her addiction. Also, please pray for her family as they offer her support.
Lisa Tubergen, friend of many at Fellowship (and former member), was diagnosed with ALS. Please keep her family in your prayers as they navigate through this illness.
Randy Veldhouse, the brother of Harvey Veldhouse, has been diagnosed with brain cancer. Cancer has also been found in other parts of his body. Please pray for comfort and healing.
