Reba Nichols: Our dear sister Reba went to be with the Lord last Sunday morning at Johns Creek Senior Living. We mourn with her children: GC member Kathy Stroop (John) and former members Allen Nichols (Debbie) and Kay Ramers (Skip). Reba was a blessing to many throughout her 97 years, and her family has faithfully served God’s Kingdom for generations. A private family service was held this week.

Please keep Reba’s family in your prayers, and join them in giving thanks for her life and faithful example. Reba’s obituary may be viewed on the Crowell Brothers website: crowellbrothers.com/obituaries.

Bert Blackwell: Our dear brother Bert went to be with the Lord last Sunday morning after a long illness. Bert and Joyce’s life together was a true love story, marked by love for God, for family, for others, and especially for little children. Through his years of declining health, Joyce was his faithful caregiver.

Please keep Joyce and the entire Blackwell family in your prayers. Their son Charlie and his wife, Dawn, are GC members. May the Lord surround them with His comfort, peace, and strength. Bert’s obituary may be viewed on the McDonald and Son website: mcdonaldandson.com/obituaries.

Phyllis Kempthorne: Phyllis returned home Thursday evening after six nights in the hospital with Influenza A, which caused her electrolytes to drop dangerously low. She and Jim contracted the flu while visiting her brother in Florida, and her brother and his wife became ill as well. Praise God, Phyllis is recovering well and regaining her strength. Please pray for her continued recovery and return to full health, and for Jim as he cares for her.

Macey Chupp – A Note from Parents Maren and Jeremy: Thank you all for praying for our family; we humbly ask that you continue to pray for Macey. After Macey, a varsity volleyball player, had a knee injury and surgery, she began experiencing increasingly scary symptoms over the summer. After many tests, we have a diagnosis: Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) with psychogenic non-epileptic seizures.

On October 19, she begins a 10-day intensive program at a functional neurology center (in Cumming – praise God!), followed by six months of brain rehabilitation. Please pray with us for complete healing from her daily seizures, tremors, and other symptoms; for Macey to fully return to the active life she loves; and for peace, strength, and perspective, that whatever her road looks like, we would draw closer to Him. We continue to see God’s goodness every day, especially through all of you. Thank you for interceding on our behalf. We love you!

Kathy Brooks – Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care, having decided to forgo further treatment. Kathy and Ed are grateful for their wonderful hospice team and for the love shown through visits and calls. Please pray for these beloved saints and their family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley has completed seven of her 20 rounds of radiation and is thankful to have had no side effects so far. Please continue to pray for her strength, energy, and complete healing. Rocky and Ashley are so grateful for all the prayers, love, and support they have received since her diagnosis.

Grace Brown: Grace has completed radiation and, along with monthly chemotherapy, has resumed immunotherapy for a lung tumor that had begun growing again. Please pray for her healing, for manageable side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

John Mowry: John, Luanne Stephens’s 79-year-old brother in Missouri, has been experiencing kidney problems, and it was feared he might need dialysis. Praise God, he has improved, and dialysis is no longer being considered. Please pray for John’s full recovery, and for his family and Luanne as they lovingly support him.

Kathy Bain: Jane Gilliard’s sister, Kathy, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and has begun chemotherapy. Kathy and her husband, Dewey, are former members of Grace Chapel. Please pray for strength, comfort, peace, successful treatment, and complete healing, and for encouragement for Dewey and their family.

Bradley Eidex: Bradley, a recent college graduate and dear family friend of Jeff and Melissa Baillairge, was diagnosed with cancer after tests revealed several malignant tumors. He is scheduled to begin chemotherapy on Monday, October 12. Please pray for effective treatment with minimal side effects and for his complete healing. Please also remember his family, especially his father, who is taking time away from work to be with Bradley during his treatment.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, in her early 90s, as she continues therapy, and Margaret and her sisters as they care for her.

Virginia Ann Edwards: Bo Edwards’ 92-year-old mother, who lives alone, as the family considers her future living arrangements.

Bo Edwards’ sister, Calli: Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. His pain is well controlled with minimal medication, and David and Carolyn continue to have wonderful, inspiring attitudes. They welcome cards and calls.

Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther has resumed weekly outpatient physical therapy. Please pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as she manages Parkinson’s disease, and for Russ, who faithfully cares for her each day.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive.

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.

Reba Nichols - Now Under Hospice Care (Johns Creek Senior Living): Our dear sister Reba, age 97, is losing strength, and her three children are visiting her daily as she draws closer to heaven. Kathy Stroop (John) are members at Grace Chapel, and Allen Nichols (Debbie) and Kay Ramers (Skip) are former GC members. Reba’s husband, our dear brother Terry, went to be with the Lord in 2022.

The Nichols family has had, and continues to have, a great influence in God’s Kingdom, and we see it in Reba’s lifetime of graciousness to all. Her son-in-law John put it this way: “If I could pick out a mother-in-law, it would be her every time. She is so wonderful and loving.” Please keep Reba and the entire family in your prayers, asking that her last days be peaceful as she prepares to be with the Lord in the coming days or weeks. Reba’s true “home” awaits!

Macey Chupp - A Note from Parents Maren and Jeremy: We want to thank you all for praying for our family, and we humbly ask that you continue to pray for Macey. After Macey, a varsity volleyball player, had a knee injury and surgery, she began experiencing “odd” symptoms that became increasingly scary over the summer. After many tests and appointments, we finally have a diagnosis: Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) with psychogenic non-epileptic seizures.

On October 19, Macey will begin a 10-day intensive treatment program at a functional neurology center (in Cumming­—Praise God!), followed by six months of brain rehabilitation.

We would love for you to pray specifically with us:

• For complete healing from her daily seizures, tremors, and all of the other crazy symptoms she has been experiencing.
• For Macey to be able to fully return to he active life she loves.
• For peace, strength, and perspective, and that whatever her road looks like, we would draw closer to Him.

Even in the midst of uncertainty, we continue to see God’s blessings and are reminded daily of His goodness and great love for us, especially through all of you. Thank you for coming alongside us and interceding on our behalf!  We love you!

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley has completed seven of her 20 rounds of radiation and is thankful to have had no side effects so far. Please continue to pray for her strength, energy, and complete healing. Rocky and Ashley are so grateful for all the prayers, love, and support they have received since her diagnosis.

Grace Brown: Grace has completed radiation treatments and has resumed immunotherapy for a tumor in her lung that had begun to grow again. She also continues to receive her monthly chemotherapy infusions. Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Kathy Bain: Jane Gilliard’s sister, Kathy, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Kathy and her husband, Dewey, are former members of Grace Chapel. She has begun a course of chemotherapy treatments. Please pray for strength, comfort and peace as Kathy combats this disease. Also pray for successful treatment, complete healing, and encouragement for Dewey and the entire family.

Bo Edwards’ sister, Calli: Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, in her early 90s, as she continues therapy, and Margaret and her sisters as they care for her.

Virginia Ann Edwards: Bo Edwards’ 92-year-old mother, who lives alone, as the family considers her future living arrangements.

Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther has resumed outpatient physical therapy once per week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley is continuing to recover well from her lumpectomy and will soon begin radiation treatments. Please pray specifically for minimal side effects and for the treatments to be effective in killing any remaining cancer cells in her body!

Grace Brown: Grace has completed her radiation series and has resumed immunotherapy for a tumor in her lung that had begun to grow again. She also continues to receive her monthly chemotherapy infusions. Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: A new approach may be helping Rosemary address the back, leg, and foot issues that have affected her mobility. She recently began using a specialized cushion, which is providing promising results. Please pray for a return to full health so that she can return to her normal activities, including driving. Also remember Greg as he faithfully cares for and supports her.

Kathy Baines: Jane Gilliard's sister, Kathy, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Kathy and her husband, Dewey, are former members of Grace Chapel. She has begun a course of chemotherapy treatments. Please pray for strength, comfort and peace as Kathy combats this disease. Also pray for successful treatment, complete healing, and encouragement for Dewey and the entire family.
 
Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams' mother, Verna, who is in her early 90s, has recovered nicely from her UTI and is in good spirits as she continues her therapy sessions. Margaret's sister, Bonnie, recently underwent wrist surgery, so other family members have stepped in to help care for Verna. Margaret plans to travel to Florida on October 12 to assist with her mother's care for a few weeks.

Please pray for renewed strength, endurance, and continued good health for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for and support her during this season.
 
Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Ninety-two-year-old Sister Edwards plans to remain in her home for the foreseeable future, though she is now open to the possibility of moving into an assisted living facility next year, potentially near Bo’s home. Please pray for wisdom and guidance as future decisions are considered, and for her family as they lovingly care for and support her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther has resumed outpatient physical therapy once per week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley is continuing to recover well from her lumpectomy and will soon begin radiation treatments. Please pray specifically for minimal side effects and for the treatments to be effective in killing any remaining cancer cells in her body!

Grace Brown: Grace has completed her radiation series and has resumed immunotherapy for a tumor in her lung that had begun to grow again. She also continues to receive her monthly chemotherapy infusions. Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: A new approach may be helping Rosemary address the back, leg, and foot issues that have affected her mobility. She recently began using a specialized cushion, which is providing promising results. Please pray for a return to full health so that she can return to her normal activities, including driving. Also remember Greg as he faithfully cares for and supports her.

Kathy Baines: Jane Gilliard's sister, Kathy, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Kathy and her husband, Dewey, are former members of Grace Chapel. She has begun a course of chemotherapy treatments. Please pray for strength, comfort and peace as Kathy combats this disease. Also pray for successful treatment, complete healing, and encouragement for Dewey and the entire family.
 
Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams' mother, Verna, who is in her early 90s, has recovered nicely from her UTI and is in good spirits as she continues her therapy sessions. Margaret's sister, Bonnie, recently underwent wrist surgery, so other family members have stepped in to help care for Verna. Margaret plans to travel to Florida on October 12 to assist with her mother's care for a few weeks.

Please pray for renewed strength, endurance, and continued good health for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for and support her during this season.
 
Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Ninety-two-year-old Sister Edwards plans to remain in her home for the foreseeable future, though she is now open to the possibility of moving into an assisted living facility next year, potentially near Bo’s home. Please pray for wisdom and guidance as future decisions are considered, and for her family as they lovingly care for and support her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther has resumed outpatient physical therapy once per week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley is continuing to recover well and will begin radiation treatments in the next couple of weeks. Please pray specifically for minimal side effects and for the treatments to be effective in killing any remaining cancer cells in her body!

Grace Brown: Grace is currently undergoing a series of five radiation treatments to target a tumor in her lung that had begun to grow again. She also continues to receive her monthly chemotherapy infusions. Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, who is in her early 90s, continues to recover at home from a urinary tract infection and general weakness. She is receiving physical and occupational therapy each week.

Please pray for renewed strength, endurance, and restored health for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for and support her during this season.

Rosemary Lisby: Ongoing back and leg problems continue to affect Rosemary’s mobility, including her ability to drive with confidence. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility so that she can return to her normal activities. Also remember Greg as he faithfully cares for and supports her.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Ninety-two-year-old Sister Edwards continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for continued healing and strength as she progresses through rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther has resumed outpatient physical therapy once per week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley has been healing well and feeling stronger each day since her lumpectomy on August 5. The surgeon successfully removed the small mass with clear margins and also removed five lymph nodes. One lymph node contained a few tiny cancer cells, while the other four were clear. At this time, her doctors believe she remains a good candidate for radiation and will not need chemotherapy.

As Ashley returns to teaching in her preschool classroom this week, please continue to pray for her healing, for no side effects from upcoming treatments, and that the cancer will not return!

Grace Brown: Grace is currently undergoing a series of five radiation treatments to target a tumor in her lung that had begun to grow again. She also continues to receive her monthly chemotherapy infusions. Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, who is in her early 90s, continues to recover at home from a urinary tract infection and general weakness. She is receiving physical and occupational therapy each week.

Please pray for renewed strength, endurance, and restored health for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for and support her during this season.

Rosemary Lisby: Ongoing back and leg problems continue to affect Rosemary’s mobility, including her ability to drive with confidence. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility so that she can return to her normal activities. Also remember Greg as he faithfully cares for and supports her.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Ninety-two-year-old Sister Edwards continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for continued healing and strength as she progresses through rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther has resumed outpatient physical therapy once per week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

In recent months, our Grace Chapel family has said goodbye to several beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. We are thankful for their faithful lives, their loving example, and the lasting impact they have had on so many.

While we rejoice in the hope we have in Christ, we also recognize that the loss of a loved one leaves an empty place that only time, faith, and God’s grace can help heal. As life moves forward, let us continue to remember and support those who grieve, not only in the days immediately following a loss, but in the months and years that follow.

Please keep all who are mourning the loss of family members and dear friends in your prayers. May our Heavenly Father surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and hope.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”  - Matthew 5:4

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley has been healing well and feeling stronger each day since her lumpectomy on August 5. The surgeon successfully removed the small mass with clear margins and also removed five lymph nodes. One lymph node contained a few tiny cancer cells, while the other four were clear. At this time, her doctors believe she remains a good candidate for radiation and will not need chemotherapy.

As Ashley returns to teaching in her preschool classroom this week, please continue to pray for her healing, for no side effects from upcoming treatments, and that the cancer will not return!

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, who is in her early 90s, continues to recover at home from a urinary tract infection and general weakness. She is receiving physical and occupational therapy each week.

Please pray for renewed strength, endurance, and restored health for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for and support her during this season.

Grace Brown: Grace is currently undergoing a series of five radiation treatments to target a tumor in her lung that had begun to grow again. She also continues to receive her monthly chemotherapy infusions. Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: Ongoing back and leg problems continue to affect Rosemary’s mobility, including her ability to drive with confidence. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility so that she can return to her normal activities. Also remember Greg as he faithfully cares for and supports her.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Ninety-two-year-old Sister Edwards continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for continued healing and strength as she progresses through rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

Please remember in your prayers the following GC members who have ongoing health issues and are generally unable to attend worship services:

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Esther and Russ Johnson: Esther has resumed outpatient physical therapy once per week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

John Wood: It is with both sadness and hope in Christ that we share the passing of our dear brother, John Wood, who went to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, August 16. He was 58 years old.

John fought a courageous 21-month battle against cancer and remained a powerful witness to faith, hope, and perseverance throughout his journey. His funeral was held on Saturday, August 22, at the Greater Atlanta Christian School Performing Arts Center.

Please take a few moments to read John’s obituary and learn more about the life of this loving husband, devoted father, and faithful Christian servant.
https://www.crowellbrothers.com/obituaries/John-Franklin-Wood?obId=49293455

We continue to pray for John’s family, especially Alicia, his devoted partner in life, who faithfully ministered to him throughout his illness. We are grateful for the powerful testimony they shared with church groups and others as they walked this journey together, always seeking to glorify God and encourage others in their faith.

Please continue praying for their children, Addi, Dillon, and Ayden, who miss their father dearly. Pray also for their extended family, including John’s and Alicia’s parents. May our Heavenly Father surround them with His peace, comfort, and strength in the days ahead.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley has been healing well and feeling stronger each day since her lumpectomy on August 5. The surgeon successfully removed the small mass with clear margins and also removed five lymph nodes. One lymph node contained a few tiny cancer cells, while the other four were clear. At this time, her doctors believe she remains a good candidate for radiation and will not need chemotherapy.

As Ashley returns to teaching in her preschool classroom this week, please continue to pray for her healing, for no side effects from upcoming treatments, and that the cancer will not return!

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, who is in her early 90s, continues to recover at home from a urinary tract infection and general weakness. She is receiving physical and occupational therapy each week.

Please pray for renewed strength, endurance, and restored health for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for and support her during this season.

Grace Brown: Grace is currently undergoing a series of five radiation treatments to target a tumor in her lung that had begun to grow again. She also continues to receive her monthly chemotherapy infusions. Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: Ongoing back and leg problems continue to affect Rosemary’s mobility, including her ability to drive with confidence. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility so that she can return to her normal activities. Also remember Greg as he faithfully cares for and supports her.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Ninety-two-year-old Sister Edwards continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for continued healing and strength as she progresses through rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for Calli’s mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

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 has resumed outpatient physical therapy once per week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

John Wood - Under Hospice Care at Home: John returned home from the hospital earlier this week but continues to face serious complications from pancreatic and related cancers. Hospice care began this week.  Please respect the family’s request for no visitors at this time other than immediate family.

Please pray for John, Alicia, and their children: Addi and her husband and new baby, who live in Duluth; Dillon, who lives in Huntsville; and Ayden, who is beginning her freshman year at Harding University. Also remember John and Alicia’s parents and extended family.
Pray for whatever is on your heart for John and his family, including peace, physical comfort, and relief from ongoing pain.

Throughout this journey, John, Alicia, and their family have remained a bright light and a powerful testimony to God’s love and faithfulness. We love this dear family and ask our Heavenly Father to surround them with His comfort and grace.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley underwent a lumpectomy on Wednesday, August 5, and her doctor reported that the procedure went very well. Radiation treatments are expected to begin in a few weeks. During surgery, two lymph nodes near the tumor were also removed and sent for pathology testing.

Please pray that the lymph nodes show no signs of cancer and that Ashley will continue to receive the rest, healing, and strength she needs in the weeks ahead. The Wyatts are so thankful to the GC family for surrounding them with encouragement and prayers!

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care at Home: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, who is in her early 90s, continues recovering at home from a urinary tract infection and general weakness.

Margaret says, “Mom is a bit better. She has physical therapy and occupational therapy once a week. OT helped her up into her wheelchair yesterday for about an hour, then PT arrived and helped her get back into her bed. She was tired out from the effort, but she managed it. Thank you for your prayers and caring and love.”

Please pray for renewed strength, endurance, and restored health for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for her and support her during this season.

Grace Brown: Grace completed her first of five scheduled radiation treatments this past week to target a tumor in her lung that had begun growing again. She is also continuing her monthly chemotherapy infusions.

Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: This past week, Rosemary had another back scan with a new specialist to help identify the cause of her ongoing back pain and weakness in her right foot.

We thank God that her recent digestive issues appear to be improving. However, her back and leg problems continue to affect her mobility, even making her hesitant to drive. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility so Rosemary can confidently resume her normal activities. Also remember Greg as he faithfully cares for and supports her.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards recently celebrated her 92nd birthday. She continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for strength and healing as she continues her rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Calli recently returned home after a brief stay in a North Carolina mental health facility. Please pray for her mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

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 is resumed outpatient physical therapy this week after taking a break for a time. We continue to pray for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley underwent a lumpectomy on Wednesday, August 5, and her doctor reported that the procedure went very well. Radiation treatments are expected to begin in a few weeks. During surgery, two lymph nodes near the tumor were also removed and sent for pathology testing.

Please pray that the lymph nodes show no signs of cancer and that Ashley will continue to receive the rest, healing, and strength she needs in the weeks ahead. The Wyatts are so thankful to the GC family for surrounding them with encouragement and prayers!

John Wood: John continues to receive treatment for pancreatic cancer and cancer in the lining of his abdomen. A persistent pocket of fluid between his stomach and spleen has been a significant source of pain and discomfort, making it difficult for him to eat, drink, and sleep. An MRI showed the fluid collection had grown to approximately the size of a small water bottle, and John has lost 35 pounds as a result.

This week, John underwent a nerve ablation procedure that brought significant relief from his pain. Alicia reported that he did not need any pain medication following the procedure. However, doctors were unable to access the fluid pocket between his stomach and spleen, so John was transferred to Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital for a specialized gastrointestinal procedure. Doctors were able to successfully place a stent to drain the fluid, and John said that he “felt good” when he woke up. He was later able to tolerate clear liquids and soft foods.

Please pray that the procedure will provide lasting relief, that John will be able to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration, and that his electrolyte levels will stabilize. Also pray that he will regain strength, weight, and endurance in the days ahead, and be blessed with peace and patience throughout this journey. We continue to pray for complete healing. Please also remember Alicia and the entire family as they faithfully walk this difficult road together.

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls. Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, continues to recover at home from a urinary tract infection. Please pray for strength, endurance, and complete healing for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for her and support her during this season.

Grace Brown: Grace recently learned that the tumor in her lung has begun to grow again. Starting this coming week, she is scheduled to undergo five radiation treatments to target the growth. She will also continue her monthly chemotherapy infusions.

Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary has been dealing with digestive issues over the past few weeks, in addition to ongoing inflammation in her lower back that has affected mobility in her right leg and caused numbness in her foot.

Please pray for relief from these digestive concerns, complete healing, and fully restored mobility so she can confidently resume driving. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he faithfully cares for and supports her during this time.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards recently celebrated her 92nd birthday. She continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for strength and healing as she continues her rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Bo Edwards’ sister, Calli: Calli recently returned home after a brief stay in a North Carolina mental health facility. Please pray for her mental healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

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 is scheduled to resume outpatient physical therapy this week after taking a break for a time. Unfortunately, a recent medication trial resulted in increased weakness rather than improvement.

Please continue praying for renewed strength, improved breathing, and a better quality of life as Esther manages Parkinson’s disease. Also remember Russ as he faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Ashley Wyatt: Ashley recently received a breast cancer diagnosis and has undergone several tests and scans to help determine the most appropriate course of treatment. As she meets with her doctors and considers upcoming surgery and treatment options, please pray for wisdom, clarity, and peace in every decision. Thank you for your continued prayers!

John Wood: John is back at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and continues to receive treatment for pancreatic cancer and cancer in the lining of his abdomen. A persistent pocket of fluid between his stomach and spleen has become a significant source of pain and discomfort, making it difficult for him to eat, drink, and sleep. An MRI showed the fluid collection has grown to approximately the size of a small water bottle, and John has lost 35 pounds as a result.

Doctors have determined that draining the fluid is an important next step. The procedure was scheduled for Friday, but it had to be postponed when the hospital’s CT machine unexpectedly went down. At this time, Monday is the earliest it can be performed, although John’s oncologist is actively exploring other options to ensure the procedure takes place as soon as possible. Thankfully, John’s pain is being managed with medication, and efforts continue to help him maintain adequate nutrition.

Please pray that the fluid-drainage procedure can be completed without further delay and that it will provide immediate and lasting relief. Pray that John’s nausea, pain, and other side effects will improve, and that he will regain strength, appetite, and endurance in the days ahead. We continue to pray for complete healing. Please also remember Alicia and the entire family as they faithfully walk this difficult journey together.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, improved enough to return home from a Florida hospital recently and continues receiving in-home care as she recovers from a urinary tract infection. Please pray for strength, endurance, and complete healing for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for her and support her during this season.

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls.

Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

Grace Brown: Grace recently learned that the tumor in her lung has begun to grow again. She is scheduled to undergo five radiation treatments in early August to target the growth. She will also continue her monthly chemotherapy infusions.

Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary has been dealing with digestive issues over the past few weeks, in addition to ongoing inflammation in her lower back that has affected mobility in her right leg and caused numbness in her foot.

Please pray for relief from these digestive concerns, complete healing, and fully restored mobility so she can confidently resume driving Also remember her husband, Greg, as he faithfully cares for and supports her during this time.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards recently celebrated her 92nd birthday. She continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for strength and healing as she continues her rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Bo Edwards’ sister, Calli: Calli was hospitalized in North Carolina three weeks ago due to mental health challenges and returned home recently. Please pray for her continued healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

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 has experienced increased weakness in recent weeks and has undergone medical testing to determine whether additional treatments may help improve her condition. We continue to pray for renewed strength and an improved quality of life as she manages Parkinson’s disease. Please also remember Russ, who faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams' mother, Verna, improved enough to return home from a Florida hospital recently and continues receiving in-home care as she recovers from a urinary tract infection. One of Margaret's sisters lives with Verna and serves as her full-time caregiver, while another sister helps by providing meals and running errands. Margaret also travels to Florida regularly, staying with her mother for two weeks at a time to give her sister a much-needed break.

Please pray for strength, endurance, and complete healing for Verna. Also remember Margaret and her sisters as they faithfully care for her and support her during this season.
 
Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls.

Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints and family, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.
 
John Wood: John is currently under the care of his Emory oncologist for cancer in the lining of his abdomen, which has caused nausea and fluid buildup. The drain used to remove the excess fluid stopped working and was replaced this week. Thankfully, the new drain provided immediate relief, allowing a significant amount of fluid to be removed. As a result, John has been able to eat and sleep much better.

In the meantime, John's oncologist is evaluating additional treatment options aimed at further reducing or eliminating cancer growth related to his pancreatic cancer.

Please pray that this treatment plan will be effective and that John's nausea, pain, and other side effects will continue to improve. Pray also that he will regain strength, appetite, and endurance in the days ahead. Remember Alicia and the entire family as they faithfully walk this journey together.
 
Grace Brown: Grace recently learned that the tumor in her lung has begun to grow again. She is scheduled to undergo five radiation treatments in early August to target the growth. She will also continue her monthly chemotherapy infusions.
Please continue praying for Grace's healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.
 
Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary has been dealing with digestive issues over the past week and a half, in addition to ongoing inflammation in her lower back that has affected mobility in her right leg and caused numbness in her foot.

Please pray for relief from these digestive concerns, complete healing, and fully restored mobility so she can confidently resume driving. Please also remember her husband, Greg, as he faithfully cares for and supports her during this time.
 
Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards celebrated her 92nd birthday last Monday. She continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for strength and healing as she continues her rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.
 
Bo Edwards’ sister, Calli: Calli was hospitalized in North Carolina three weeks ago due to mental health challenges and returned home recently. Please pray for her continued healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

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 has experienced increased weakness in recent weeks and has undergone medical testing to determine whether additional treatments may help improve her condition. We continue to pray for renewed strength and an improved quality of life as she manages Parkinson’s disease. Please also remember Russ, who faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.

Verna Enfinger: Margaret Krams’ mother, Verna, improved enough to return home from the hospital in Florida this week and continues receiving treatment as she recovers from a urinary tract infection.

Please pray for strength, endurance, and complete healing for Verna. Also remember Margaret and the entire family in your prayers as they care for her and support her during this time.

Kathy Brooks - Under Hospice Care: Kathy is at home under hospice care as she has decided to forgo further treatment of some serious health issues. Kathy and Ed are delighted with every person from the hospice team who has visited and are so grateful for the love and support brought by visitors and phone calls.

Please continue to pray for these two beloved saints, asking God to surround them with His peace, comfort, strength, and grace.

John Wood: John is currently being treated by his Emory oncologist for cancer in the lining of his abdomen, which has caused nausea and fluid buildup. His medical team is also exploring additional clinical trial medications for his pancreatic cancer.

We remain grateful for the success of the initial trial drug, which reduced the cancer in John’s pancreas by approximately 60 percent and eliminated the cancer in his liver. That trial has now concluded for John as he focuses on treatment for the abdominal cancer. John recently completed radiation treatments and has been receiving chemotherapy.

John continues to face significant challenges with his treatment regimen. Please pray that this new treatment plan will be effective, that his nausea and pain will subside, and that he will regain strength, appetite, and endurance in the days ahead. Also remember Alicia and the entire family as they faithfully walk this journey together.

Grace Brown: Grace recently learned that the tumor in her lung has begun to grow again. She met with a radiation oncologist this past week and is scheduled to undergo five radiation treatments in early August to target the growth. She will also continue her monthly chemotherapy infusions.

Please continue praying for Grace’s healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary continues to deal with inflamed nerves in her back, affecting mobility in her right leg and causing numbness in her foot. Please pray for complete healing and fully restored mobility. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for her.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards will celebrate her 92nd birthday this coming Monday. She continues to recover from a partial hip replacement and plans to remain at home for the foreseeable future. Please pray for strength and healing as she continues her rehabilitation, and for her family as they lovingly care for her.

Bo Edwards’ sister, Calli: Calli was hospitalized in North Carolina two weeks ago due to mental health challenges and may be returning home today. Please pray for her continued healing and emotional well-being, and for peace, strength, and encouragement for her immediate family.

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 has experienced increased weakness in recent weeks and has undergone medical testing to determine whether additional treatments may help improve her condition. We continue to pray for renewed strength and an improved quality of life as she manages Parkinson’s disease. Please also remember Russ, who faithfully cares for her each day. May the Lord bless and sustain them both as they continue to persevere with love, faith, and gratitude.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds, and both David and Carolyn continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. They welcome cards and calls.

Bert and Joyce Blackwell: Please pray for Bert as his health continues to decline, and for Joyce as she faithfully cares for him each day. Pray that God will strengthen Joyce physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she serves as Bert’s caregiver.

Melissa Boyle is helping to coordinate meals; you may sign up to take them a meal at mealtrain.com/trains/yrzl3k. Feel free to send Joyce a text of encouragement (no calls, please); she so appreciates it.

Wayne and Faye Tincher: The Tinchers, both in their early 90s, have been GC members since moving to Cumming three years ago. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither is able to drive. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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.