TO OUR VETERANS
This Veterans Day, we pause to honor and thank the brave men and women in our congregation who have served in the armed forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms are deeply appreciated. We recognize not only your service, but also the strength and support of your families. May God bless you for your commitment to our country and community. We are grateful for your example of service, and we pray for continued peace, strength, and honor in your lives.
LIFE TRANSITIONS
Brandy Hicks: Please keep Brandy in your prayers. She recently lost her job and is actively interviewing for roles as a leadership organizer and trainer, drawing on her strong education background. The competition has been intense in her three recent interviews. We’re asking the Lord to bring her a great job where she can thrive and make a positive impact on others. Please pray for wisdom, peace, and clear direction as she navigates this transition.
MEDICAL
Karen Walker: Karen is doing great in her recovery from a hysterectomy week before last. She is still experiencing some pain and discomfort but is feeling better every day. Please pray for her comfort and a smooth, speedy recovery. Also remember her husband, Todd, as he supports and cares for her during this time.
Tyler Davidson: Tyler was recently diagnosed with a rare congenital heart condition. Doctors have scheduled a heart ablation for December 23, but will review Holter monitor test results next week to assess his condition more closely.
Until surgery, Tyler is on light duty instead of his usual one-day-on, two-days-off rotation with the Cherokee County Fire Department. He’s grateful to still be able to work during this time. The upcoming procedure is expected to allow him to live a normal, healthy life. Please pray for Tyler’s medical team, a timely surgery, and full recovery. Also lift up his wife, Tori, and their three young children during this time.
Grace Brown: Grace has begun chemo treatments for her recently diagnosed lung cancer, taking daily oral medication and weekly infusions. Tom reports that the infusions are going smoothly, and Grace is doing well. She will continue infusions for two more weeks, followed by testing during Thanksgiving week to check their efficacy. Please pray for resilience, strength, and peace and that God removes the cancer entirely from her body.
John Wood: John is currently participating in a thirty-person experimental trial for his pancreatic cancer. He will be staying in New York City for the next three months in an apartment near St. Patrick’s Cathedral—just four blocks from the treatment center. Alicia will be with him much of the time, but will be rotating with family members so she can also spend time at home with their daughter, Ayden.
Please pray for John’s clinical trial to be successful and for complete healing. Pain
management is especially difficult right now, as one of his usual medications can’t be used during the trial. We ask God for relief, strength, peace, and comfort for John and his family.
Jane and Doug Gilliard: Both are dealing with ongoing medical situations. Doug is recovering nicely from extensive surgery to mend his hip and is doing physical therapy. Jane is also doing therapy after recent x-rays revealed that her broken right wrist and elbow are healing well. Please continue to pray for full recovery for Jane and Doug.
Susan Boling: Susan continues to experience persistent and worsening pain in her back, right hip, and knee. She recently received clearance from her cardiologist to move forward with hip replacement surgery and plans to schedule it soon. Unfortunately, the pain treatments haven’t helped, and Susan is feeling discouraged—even worrying that she’s a burden for asking for prayers. On the contrary, dear sister! Our Heavenly Father understands pain and discouragement, and He never gives up. Neither will your church family, as we continue to pray for you and for all who are suffering.
Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Calli is currently receiving care at a mental health facility in Charlotte, NC. She recently began a series of intermittent medical procedures which doctors hope will help change her brain chemistry and ease the intense depression and involuntary muscle movements she’s been experiencing. We pray for healing from her mental health issues, renewed motivation, and peace in her home with her husband and their special needs son.
Bo Edwards: Please pray for Bo and his mother during this time of great family stress. Bo holds a critical role at his software company and is currently working nearly around the clock to meet an important proposal requirement. Heavenly Father, be with Bo as he copes with a demanding job.
Tyler Davidson: Tyler was recently diagnosed with a rare congenital heart condition. Doctors have scheduled a heart ablation for December 23, but will review Holter monitor test results next week to assess his condition more closely.
Until surgery, Tyler is on light duty instead of his usual one-day-on, two-days-off rotation with the Cherokee County Fire Department. He’s grateful to still be able to work during this time. The upcoming procedure is expected to allow him to live a normal, healthy life. Please pray for Tyler’s medical team, a timely surgery, and full recovery. Also lift up his wife, Tori, and their three young children during this time.
Grace Brown: Grace has begun chemo treatments for her recently diagnosed lung cancer, taking daily oral medication and weekly infusions. Tom reports that the infusions are going smoothly, and Grace is doing well. She will continue infusions for two more weeks, followed by testing during Thanksgiving week to check their efficacy. Please pray for resilience, strength, and peace and that God removes the cancer entirely from her body.
John Wood: John is currently participating in a thirty-person experimental trial for his pancreatic cancer. He will be staying in New York City for the next three months in an apartment near St. Patrick’s Cathedral—just four blocks from the treatment center. Alicia will be with him much of the time, but will be rotating with family members so she can also spend time at home with their daughter, Ayden.
Please pray for John’s clinical trial to be successful and for complete healing. Pain
management is especially difficult right now, as one of his usual medications can’t be used during the trial. We ask God for relief, strength, peace, and comfort for John and his family.
Jane and Doug Gilliard: Both are dealing with ongoing medical situations. Doug is recovering nicely from extensive surgery to mend his hip and is doing physical therapy. Jane is also doing therapy after recent x-rays revealed that her broken right wrist and elbow are healing well. Please continue to pray for full recovery for Jane and Doug.
Susan Boling: Susan continues to experience persistent and worsening pain in her back, right hip, and knee. She recently received clearance from her cardiologist to move forward with hip replacement surgery and plans to schedule it soon. Unfortunately, the pain treatments haven’t helped, and Susan is feeling discouraged—even worrying that she’s a burden for asking for prayers. On the contrary, dear sister! Our Heavenly Father understands pain and discouragement, and He never gives up. Neither will your church family, as we continue to pray for you and for all who are suffering.
Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Calli is currently receiving care at a mental health facility in Charlotte, NC. She recently began a series of intermittent medical procedures which doctors hope will help change her brain chemistry and ease the intense depression and involuntary muscle movements she’s been experiencing. We pray for healing from her mental health issues, renewed motivation, and peace in her home with her husband and their special needs son.
Bo Edwards: Please pray for Bo and his mother during this time of great family stress. Bo holds a critical role at his software company and is currently working nearly around the clock to meet an important proposal requirement. Heavenly Father, be with Bo as he copes with a demanding job.
OUR SICK AND SAINTS AT HOME
Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:
Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther continues to face a number of health challenges, including Parkinson’s disease. She has recently grown very weak with trouble breathing. We pray that God will give strength and vitality to both Esther and Russ, and that they will stay positive despite the obstacles they have been facing.
Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Pray for Bert’s declining health and for Joyce as his caregiver. Joyce says that they continue to hang in there. Melissa Boyle is continuing to help coordinate meals; you may sign up to take a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.
David and Carolyn Wheeler: David cannot be around large crowds due to his weak immune system. They continue to be in and out of doctor’s offices on a routine basis but are keeping wonderful, positive attitudes. He and Carolyn are happy to have calls or visits.
Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther continues to face a number of health challenges, including Parkinson’s disease. She has recently grown very weak with trouble breathing. We pray that God will give strength and vitality to both Esther and Russ, and that they will stay positive despite the obstacles they have been facing.
Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Pray for Bert’s declining health and for Joyce as his caregiver. Joyce says that they continue to hang in there. Melissa Boyle is continuing to help coordinate meals; you may sign up to take a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.
David and Carolyn Wheeler: David cannot be around large crowds due to his weak immune system. They continue to be in and out of doctor’s offices on a routine basis but are keeping wonderful, positive attitudes. He and Carolyn are happy to have calls or visits.
HOW CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU?
We would be honored to pray for you! Here are a few ways that you can share your prayer needs with us:
- Online via our website at gracechapelchurch.com/pray.
- Tap the "Prayer Requests" button in the GC app.
- Email us at pray@gracechapelchurch.com
- Text us with the words "Pray for" and your prayer request at 833-272-1249.
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