Ashlyn Stein (30-year-old niece of Kelly and Joe Cleveland) is battling stage 4 breast cancer. Her most recent scans show the disease as being stable, which is a first since her diagnosis. While she will never be in remission due to the staging, her doctor has mentioned being hopeful for no evidence of active disease.
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.
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.
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, 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 (mother of Tripp and Katie VanderWal) has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Please pray for healing, successful treatments, and victory over cancer.
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 (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 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 (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.
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.
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, 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.. 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.
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, 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.
