Sara Karel
/Sara Karel will undergo a mastectomy on Monday, February 2, at Trinity Health/St. Mary’s following a diagnosis of breast cancer. Please pray for the cancer to be removed in its entirety—and for quick and complete recovery.
Immediate Prayer Requests
Flo Ronda
/Flo Ronda remains at Trinity Health/St. Mary's as doctors work to determine the source of blood loss. An endoscopy on Tuesday, January 27, was inconclusive. She is currently receiving supplements to increase her hemoglobin level.
Sophie deWilde
/Sophie deWilde (14-year-old daughter of Brian and Megan) returned home on Thursday, January 29, following surgery on Wednesday, January 28, at the DeVos Children’s Hospital. Doctors performed a procedure to repair her sternum—relieving pressure on her heart and lungs.
Carol Graham
/Carol Graham will undergo a cystectomy (the removal of the bladder) on Thursday, February 5, in Ann Arbor. She anticipates a week-long hospitalization. Please pray for complete healing and pain relief.
Deb Karsten
/Deb Karsten's latest scan revealed that the mass in her chest is no longer inflamed, her lymph nodes are shrinking in size, and her blood and calcium numbers are normalizing. She will continue receiving weekly treatments (with every third week off).
Roger Elders
/Roger Elders consulted with his oncologist on Friday, January 23, regarding the results of his latest PET scan. They will continue with his current course of treatment and care.
Congratulations and Happy Anniversary--Jim and Diane Phillips
/We extend our congratulations to Jim and Diane Phillips as they celebrate their 66th Wedding Anniversary on Thursday, February 5.
Cheryl Elders
/Cheryl Elders is awaiting the results of her latest x-rays to determine the source of ongoing pain in her hips and knees.
Brady Bohl
/Brady Bohl (six-year-old son of Zach and Katie) will undergo a routine follow-up cancer scan on Thursday, January 29. Please pray for ongoing health and encouraging news.
Carol Kramer
/Carol Kramer was declared cancer-free following her latest scan; Praise God! She was originally diagnosed with cancer five years ago.
Bruce Hoeker
/Bruce Hoeker suffered a fall on Friday, January 24. He has been fitted with a walking boot and crutches. Doctors will evaluate the need for surgery once the swelling subsides in 2-3 weeks.