MEDICAL
John Wood: John remains in a clinical trial in New York City for pancreatic cancer treatment and has been tolerating the drugs, though they cause severe fatigue and occasional vomiting. His appetite has improved, and he’s sleeping well at night.
Wednesday night, John experienced a setback after a celiac plexus nerve ablation—done to help reduce his back pain—which caused him to faint and fall, resulting in a small skull fracture and a brain bleed. Because his blood pressure was unstable, doctors kept John in the hospital for a couple of days for monitoring. Thankfully, the bleeding is resolving, and he has full mobility and alertness.
His oncologist is encouraged by his progress and confirmed that pausing the trial medication temporarily is acceptable as John recovers from his fall. Please pray for John’s clinical trial to be successful and for complete healing and relief from pain. We ask God for strength, peace, and comfort for John, his wife Alicia, and their entire family during this challenging time.
You may send cards or notes of encouragement to John at the following address:
John Wood
150 E. 57th Street
New York, NY 10022
Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary is experiencing numbness in her right foot and ankle caused by a pinched nerve in her back. This has been especially challenging because Rosemary cannot safely drive right now. MRI results this week suggest that non-surgical treatment may be possible, and doctors are considering an epidural to calm the affected nerves. Please pray that the treatment will bring complete healing and restore her to full health and strength soon. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he cares for her—and serves as her chauffeur for now.
Susan Boling: All we can say is “Praise God!” Susan had her right hip replaced this past Wednesday and our prayers have been answered. No more hip pain except the usual pain that comes with recovering from surgery. She can now sit, stand, or lay down without the excruciating pain experienced this year. She is now the “bionic woman” with both hips and knees replaced.
Susan spent Wednesday night in the hospital and had Thanksgiving at her son Aaron’s house. Her son Justin is staying with her at home to help out as she recovers. Susan thanks all of you for your prayers. Lord, thank you for answering our prayers for relief; we continue to ask for full restoration of mobility and health.
Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Calli is back home after spending several weeks in a mental health facility in Charlotte, NC. Please pray for continued healing, renewed motivation, and peace in her home with her husband and their special needs son.
Tyler Davidson: Tyler was recently diagnosed with a rare congenital heart condition which doctors plan to treat by performing a heart ablation, scheduled for December 23. In the
meantime, he had a stress test echocardiogram on November 14, and his doctors continue to monitor him 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 continues immunotherapy for lung cancer, taking daily oral medication and weekly infusions. We are thankful to share encouraging news: recent scans show the treatment is working! The main tumor in her lung has shrunk from 4.5 cm to less than 2 cm, and the lesions in her brain and hip are also shrinking—some are no longer visible. Praise God for this progress, for the right doctor, and for insurance coverage that made this treatment possible. Please continue to pray for complete healing, strength, and peace for Grace and her family as she continues therapy.
Wednesday night, John experienced a setback after a celiac plexus nerve ablation—done to help reduce his back pain—which caused him to faint and fall, resulting in a small skull fracture and a brain bleed. Because his blood pressure was unstable, doctors kept John in the hospital for a couple of days for monitoring. Thankfully, the bleeding is resolving, and he has full mobility and alertness.
His oncologist is encouraged by his progress and confirmed that pausing the trial medication temporarily is acceptable as John recovers from his fall. Please pray for John’s clinical trial to be successful and for complete healing and relief from pain. We ask God for strength, peace, and comfort for John, his wife Alicia, and their entire family during this challenging time.
You may send cards or notes of encouragement to John at the following address:
John Wood
150 E. 57th Street
New York, NY 10022
Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary is experiencing numbness in her right foot and ankle caused by a pinched nerve in her back. This has been especially challenging because Rosemary cannot safely drive right now. MRI results this week suggest that non-surgical treatment may be possible, and doctors are considering an epidural to calm the affected nerves. Please pray that the treatment will bring complete healing and restore her to full health and strength soon. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he cares for her—and serves as her chauffeur for now.
Susan Boling: All we can say is “Praise God!” Susan had her right hip replaced this past Wednesday and our prayers have been answered. No more hip pain except the usual pain that comes with recovering from surgery. She can now sit, stand, or lay down without the excruciating pain experienced this year. She is now the “bionic woman” with both hips and knees replaced.
Susan spent Wednesday night in the hospital and had Thanksgiving at her son Aaron’s house. Her son Justin is staying with her at home to help out as she recovers. Susan thanks all of you for your prayers. Lord, thank you for answering our prayers for relief; we continue to ask for full restoration of mobility and health.
Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Calli is back home after spending several weeks in a mental health facility in Charlotte, NC. Please pray for continued healing, renewed motivation, and peace in her home with her husband and their special needs son.
Tyler Davidson: Tyler was recently diagnosed with a rare congenital heart condition which doctors plan to treat by performing a heart ablation, scheduled for December 23. In the
meantime, he had a stress test echocardiogram on November 14, and his doctors continue to monitor him 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 continues immunotherapy for lung cancer, taking daily oral medication and weekly infusions. We are thankful to share encouraging news: recent scans show the treatment is working! The main tumor in her lung has shrunk from 4.5 cm to less than 2 cm, and the lesions in her brain and hip are also shrinking—some are no longer visible. Praise God for this progress, for the right doctor, and for insurance coverage that made this treatment possible. Please continue to pray for complete healing, strength, and peace for Grace and her family as she continues therapy.
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. Recent cardiology and other test results did not indicate any specific issue to explain Esther’s ongoing lack of energy. However, as a precaution, her cardiologist will perform a heart catheterization soon. Besides continued weakness, her breathing is still not as comfortable as it should be. We pray that God will give strength and vitality to both Esther and Russ, and that Esther is able to breathe normally again.
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 helping to 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. He is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Thankfully, neither has spread, and we pray that this remains the case since surgery is not an option for either condition. Pain management is currently under control. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue regular doctor visits as Carolyn also faces health challenges, yet both maintain positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome calls or visits.
Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther continues to face a number of health challenges, including Parkinson’s disease. Recent cardiology and other test results did not indicate any specific issue to explain Esther’s ongoing lack of energy. However, as a precaution, her cardiologist will perform a heart catheterization soon. Besides continued weakness, her breathing is still not as comfortable as it should be. We pray that God will give strength and vitality to both Esther and Russ, and that Esther is able to breathe normally again.
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 helping to 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. He is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Thankfully, neither has spread, and we pray that this remains the case since surgery is not an option for either condition. Pain management is currently under control. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue regular doctor visits as Carolyn also faces health challenges, yet both maintain positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome 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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