Tom DeVrou (son-in-law of Jane Verkaik and brother-in-law of David Verkaik) has returned home following treatment and care for a failed second liver transplant. At this time, he is focused on increasing his physical strength and stamina in anticipation of a third liver transplant. Please pray for God’s Will to be done in providing full healing and restoration.
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, 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, daughter-in-law of Sharon and Eric Olsen is suffering from end stage liver disease. Please pray for strength and peace.
Bill Wolff (brother of Wayne and Barb Wolff) was recently diagnosed with bone marrow cancer. Please pray as tests and consultations are completed—perhaps leading to a bone marrow transplant.
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.
Tammy Walsh (sister of Kelly Cleveland) was emergently admitted to Zeeland Community Hospital on Sunday, September 15, following a suspected seizure. She remains in the hospital with several blood clots, including the one in the brain that caused a seizure. Her hemoglobin is critically low, and she is now having a blood transfusion. In addition, she has developed a very large hematoma in her right calf that they have considered surgery for, but it poses many risks with her being on blood thinners. Doctors have had to stop the blood thinners with hopes the hematoma will subside. She is in severe pain and continues to be weak.
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, 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 (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, 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.
Brad Kleinjans (son of Bruce and Beth) underwent successful surgery for colon cancer on Thursday, July 11; the cancer was contained to the colon. Praise the Lord! However, the pathology report revealed that 6 of 39 removed lymph nodes contained cancer. Brad will begin six months of chemo on August 14--receiving a treatment every other week. Please pray for the treatments to be effective in providing full healing and recovery.
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.
Lilli Granzotto, three year old niece of Tim and Jennifer Van Andel, has been diagnosed with Leukemia. Please pray for a treatment path which provides complete healing as well as comfort for her parents, Paul and Christy, and brother, Liam.
Ariella Tamminga, 13-year-old daughter of David and Jenni, was diagnosed with Leukemia on June 11. Treatments will begin within days.
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.
