Maria do Socorro

Maria do Socorro, mother of Acacia VandeBunte, will be living in the United States until October. While here, when will undergo cataract surgery on July 31 and August 14. Please pray for successful outcomes.

Devin DeCator

Devin DeCator, 59-year-old brother of Dar and Scott Haan, has been admitted to hospice care following a diagnosis and treatment for stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Please pray for God's peace and love to surround Devin and his entire family throughout this time.

John Turkopp

John Turkopp III (father of John IV and Kelly Turkopp [Cameron and Abby]) remains hospitalized since Sunday, June 15. He 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.

Paul Matz

Paul Matz (son-in-law of Tony and Florence Batts) will undergo a kidney transplant on August 2nd. Please pray for a successful surgery, as well as praising the Lord for a willing donor, Paul's brother.

Bob Wait

Bob Wait, father of Rhonda and Bob Nyenhuis and Randy and Rhonda Wait, has recently been placed under Hospice care. Please pray for the peace of the Holy Spirit to surround Bob and his family throughout this time.

Sue VanderWal

Sue VanderWal (mother of Tripp and Katie VanderWal) has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She will undergo surgery on Wednesday, May 14, to remove the mass. Radiation treatments are expected to follow the surgery. Please pray for healing, successful treatments, and victory over cancer.

Rich Smith

Rich Smith, a friend of Joe and Kelly Cleveland, suffered a stroke on Thursday, March 20. Please pray as he gains strength and continues his recovery at Mary Free Bed.

Tammy Walsh

Tammy Walsh (sister of Kelly Cleveland) will soon move to Washington DC for employment. Pray that she remains seizure-free and with no more complications from blood clots as she will be out there without any family.

Natalia Chmielewsk

Natalia Chmielewski, 33-year-old niece of Maciek and Carolyn Biezunski, was admitted to the hospital for tests. She has had swelling in her hands for some time and now she has swelling in her feet. Please prayer that an answer can be found so she can be treated properly.

Cynthia Geissler

Cynthia Geissler (mother of Eric and Michelle) underwent bypass surgery at the Meijer Heart Center following a recent heart attack. Please pray for complete healing and recovery as she remains hospitalized.

John Hruby

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

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.

Joel Zuidema

Joel Zuidema, son of Jim and Cindy, is awaiting surgery to repair a hernia on the original Whipple incision. When he is strong enough, his cardiologist wants to put a device in his heart called a watchman. This is a screen to block off a part of the heart where blood clots form as a result of Afib. His cognitive abilities have suffered from having two strokes. He feels good and has a positive outlook.

Pam Por

Pam Por, daughter-in-law of Sharon and Eric Olsen is suffering from end stage liver disease.  Please pray for strength and peace.

John Emelander

John Emelander, brother of Steve and Karen Emelander, recently underwent a kidney transplant. He is showing some signs of rejection. Please pray that medication is effective in stopping the rejection.

Joel VanDuyn

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.

Paul Sheperd

Paul Sheperd, nephew of Louise VanLente, was in a motorcycle accident on Thursday, May 9. The accident resulted in a traumatic brain injury, fractured skull, collapsed lung, and bleeding on the brain. He is currently at a rehabilitation facility working to strengthen his muscles and memory.

Ashlyn Stein

Ashlyn Stein (30-year-old niece of Kelly and Joe Cleveland) has been diagnosed with stage four breast cancer; on April 2, she was informed that the cancer had spread to her bones. In September, a suspicious nodule was discovered near the thyroid. Plans are being considered to remove nearly half of the thyroid in September/October on account of potential cancer. Please pray for clear diagnosis and wisdom regarding the best course of treatment and action.

Dave Draper

Dave Draper, brother-in-law of Deb and Cal Karsten, was found to have cancer in several of his organs. Surgery will take place on Friday, August 2. Please pray for healing and the stress on the family during this time.

Winnie Matthysse

Winnie Matthysse, granddaughter of Dick and June Matthysse, was diagnosed prior to her birth with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, or HLHS, which means that the left side of her heart is underdeveloped. Winnie’s second open heart surgery was successful but required an extended hospital stay. She’s home and doing well.