John Wood: John continues to respond very well to his pancreatic cancer treatments, and has been having a great week. Please continue praying that the tumors will continue to shrink and disappear, and for John’s complete healing. John, Alicia and their family are so thankful to our Heavenly Father in so many ways!  Pray for John’s renewing strength, relief from pain, and for peace and comfort that only God can provide.

Bobby McVey: After recovering well from lung cancer, two cancer spots were later discovered on Bobby’s back (vertebrae). This led to back surgery several months ago to stabilize a weakened vertebra affected by one of the spots.

Since recovering from surgery and completing five recent radiation treatments to eliminate any remaining cancer cells, Bobby is experiencing significantly less back pain. His pain has decreased enough that he is now off pain medication, sleeping well at night, and able to do his own physical therapy. Bobby’s next scan is scheduled for May 12. Please pray for a clean scan and complete healing.

When we asked, “What should we pray for?” his response was, “Praise God!” Bobby’s heart is overflowing with praise and thankfulness!

Wanda Quattlebaum: Several weeks ago, Wanda fell and fractured her femur just above the knee. After extensive surgery, she is now in rehabilitation.  Here is husband Ray’s update:

“Wanda is steadily progressing, but it’s been slow. She’s still dealing with a lot of pain, which is making things more challenging. She has been able to do a little walking during physical therapy with a walker—not much yet, but it’s a start. She’s getting pretty comfortable using the wheelchair, but the goal now is to transition her more into the walker so she can build strength and eventually work on steps to come home.

We’re not sure what insurance will decide next, so I may need to keep advocating for more time. For now, we’re just taking it one day at a time. Please continue to keep her in your prayers. We truly appreciate all the love and support—it means more than you know.”

Please pray for Wanda’s continued healing and for Ray. Pray that the insurance company will be accommodating throughout Wanda’s recovery. May the Lord grant them strength and perseverance.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Her husband, Tom, reports that all the cancer locations are showing less activity and have shrunk! Grace and Tom are so thankful for all your prayers. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Ruthanne Redfield: Ruthanne is working through several physical issues, including finding the right balance for her thyroid medication, addressing low body temperature, and managing some vision concerns. Please be praying for wisdom for her doctors and for clarity in treatment as these issues are addressed, and that Ruthanne may be restored to full and lasting health.

Susan Boling: Susan is gaining strength through physical therapy but continues to experience pain in her back and in her left hip, which was replaced three years ago. She desires to become more physically fit and asks for prayers as she works through this daily challenge toward improved health. Please pray for encouragement, pain relief, and continued progress for Susan.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary continues to improve from inflamed nerves in her back that have affected mobility in her right leg and caused numbness in her foot. The treatments have been helpful, and she is now able to drive more frequently as her right foot no longer locks up. Please pray for complete healing and fully restored mobility. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and occasionally serves as her driver when needed.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Please pray for her healing and for those caring for her, including Bo. Also pray that her application is approved for a place in an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in-hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

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

Wayne and Faye Tincher: Wayne and Faye are both in their early 90s, live at The Glen Villas on Highway 9, and have been part of Grace Chapel since moving to Cumming three years ago. They were members of Northlake Church of Christ for 50 years where Wayne served as an elder. He is a retired professor from Georgia Tech. Due to health and mobility challenges, neither Wayne nor Faye drives. They have three children and six grandchildren here in Georgia. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. David and Carolyn welcome cards and calls.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues her visits to a physical therapist twice a week and is enjoying the challenge of the workouts.  Russ says the therapy is helping—not only with maintaining mobility, but also by giving her a chance to get out of the house.  Please pray for renewed strength and continued progress for Esther as she battles Parkinson’s, and for Russ as he faithfully cares for her.

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver. Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

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: This past week, John and his father, Ron, traveled to New York City to meet with Dr. Singhal at Memorial Sloan Kettering, where John is participating in a pancreatic cancer clinical trial. The meeting was very encouraging, and Dr. Singhal is pleased with John’s continued progress. Ron shared that it was a meaningful and emotional visit, as they reflected on how well John is doing and what a blessing it has been for him to be part of this trial.

While the study is paused for some participants due to side effects, John continues to respond very well. Please continue praying for John’s full recovery, renewed strength, relief from pain, and for peace and comfort for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Bobby McVey: Bobby completed his five radiation treatments for two areas in his back this past Thursday and will meet with his oncologist on Monday. Please pray that the radiation was fully effective, that there is no remaining cancer, and for complete relief from pain. May the Lord heal Bobby, strengthen and bless him, and be with Carrie and the entire family as he continues his journey back to good health.

Wanda Quattlebaum: Several weeks ago, Wanda fell and fractured her femur just above the knee. After surgery, she is now in rehabilitation, where physical therapy has been slow and painful, but encouraging signs of progress are beginning to appear.

Please pray for Wanda’s continued healing and for her husband, Ray, as he cares for her each day. May the Lord grant them strength and perseverance.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Her husband, Tom, reports that all the cancer locations are showing less activity and have shrunk! Grace and Tom are so thankful for all your prayers. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Ruthanne Redfield: Ruthanne is working through several physical issues, including finding the right balance for her thyroid medication, addressing low body temperature, and managing some vision concerns. Please be praying for wisdom for her doctors and for clarity in treatment as these issues are addressed, and that Ruthanne may be restored to full and lasting health.

Susan Boling: Susan is gaining strength through physical therapy but continues to experience pain in her back and in her left hip, which was replaced three years ago. She desires to become more physically fit and asks for prayers as she works through this daily challenge toward improved health. Please pray for encouragement, pain relief, and continued progress for Susan.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary continues to improve from inflamed nerves in her back that have affected mobility in her right leg and caused numbness in her foot. The treatments have been helpful, and she is now able to drive more frequently as her right foot no longer locks up. Please pray for complete healing and fully restored mobility. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and occasionally serves as her driver when needed.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Please pray for her healing and for those caring for her, including Bo. Also pray that her application is approved for a place in an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in-hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rick Sampley: Rick is recovering well from outpatient surgery for gallbladder removal this past Thursday at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta.  Thanks to all for your prayers.  Please continue to pray for a quick, complete recovery.

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

Wayne and Faye Tincher: Wayne and Faye Tincher, both in their early 90s, live at The Glen Villas on Highway 9 and have been part of Grace Chapel since moving to Cumming three years ago. They met at Lipscomb University and will celebrate 69 years of marriage on June 4. Wayne previously served as an elder at Northlake Church of Christ.

Due to health and mobility challenges, neither Wayne nor Faye drives. They have three children and six grandchildren here in Georgia. Please keep this dear couple in your thoughts and prayers.

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. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. Please keep this special couple in your prayers. David and Carolyn welcome cards and calls.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and related health issues. She has recently begun attending physical therapy twice a week and is enjoying the challenge of the workouts. Russ says the therapy is helping—not only with improved mobility, but also by giving her a chance to get out of the house.

Please pray for renewed strength and continued progress for Esther, and for Russ as he faithfully cares for her.

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver. Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

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: John had a pretty good week, encouraged by positive news he received late last week regarding his ongoing treatment for pancreatic cancer.  Recent scans showed that John’s tumors continued to shrink by another 8%. This is not as much as his previous scans, but the combined scans show a total of over 30% shrinkage since last November. John’s oncologist is very pleased. The recent emergence of an ulcer seems to be under control and healing up with medication and diet.  

Alicia says, “Our prayer is that the drugs continue to attack and kill the cancer and that the side effects are minimal and manageable.” We pray for a full recovery of John’s health and for strength, relief from pain, and for peace and comfort for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Bobby McVey: Following Bobby’s recent back surgery, doctors identified two areas of concern on his spine that are being treated with radiation. He has completed three treatments, and will have two more this week. His back pain comes and goes, but Bobby is able to work intermittently with frequent breaks.

Please pray for successful radiation treatments and for relief from pain that he is experiencing.  May the Lord heal Bobby, bless and strengthen him, and relieve his pain. Be with Carrie and the entire family during this ongoing journey back to good health.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Her husband, Tom, reports that all the cancer locations are showing less activity and have shrunk! Grace and Tom are so thankful for all your prayers. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Ruthanne Redfield: Ruthanne is working through several physical issues, including finding the right balance for her thyroid medication, addressing low body temperature, and managing some vision concerns. Please be praying for wisdom for her doctors and for clarity in treatment as these issues are addressed, and that Ruthanne may be restored to full and lasting health.

Susan Boling: Susan is gaining strength through physical therapy but continues to experience pain in her back and in her left hip, which was replaced three years ago. She desires to become more physically fit and asks for prayers as she works through this daily challenge toward improved health. Please pray for encouragement, pain relief, and continued progress for Susan.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary continues to improve from inflamed nerves in her back that have affected mobility in her right leg and caused numbness in her foot. The treatments have been helpful, and she is now able to drive more frequently as her right foot no longer locks up. Please pray for complete healing and fully restored mobility. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and occasionally serves as her driver when needed.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Please pray for her healing and for those caring for her, including Bo. Also pray that her application is approved for a place in an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in-hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rick Sampley: Rick is scheduled to have gallbladder removal surgery this Thursday at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. The procedure will be performed on an outpatient basis. Please pray for a smooth surgery and a quick, complete recovery.

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. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes.

David said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”  Please keep this special couple in your prayers. David and Carolyn welcome cards and calls.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and related health issues. She has recently begun attending physical therapy twice a week and is enjoying the challenge of the workouts. Russ says the therapy is helping—not only with improved mobility, but also by giving her a chance to get out of the house.

Please pray for renewed strength and continued progress for Esther, and for Russ as he faithfully cares for her.

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver. Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

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: John had a pretty good week this week, with some very positive news regarding his treatment results for pancreatic cancer. Scans from last week’s visit with his NYC doctor showed that John’s tumors continued to shrink by another 8%. This is not as much as his previous scans, but the combined scans show a total of over 30% shrinkage since last November. John’s oncologist is very pleased. The recent emergence of an ulcer seems to be under control and healing up with medication and diet.  

Alicia says, “Our prayer is that the drugs continue to attack and kill the cancer and that the side effects are minimal and manageable.” We pray for a full recovery of John’s health and for strength, relief from pain, and for peace and comfort for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Bobby McVey: Following Bobby’s recent back surgery, doctors identified two areas of concern on his spine that will be treated with radiation beginning this Monday. He is scheduled to undergo five treatments, one every other day.

Please pray for successful radiation treatments and for relief from pain that he is experiencing.  May the Lord heal Bobby, bless and strengthen him, and relieve his pain. Be with Carrie and the entire family during this ongoing journey back to good health.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Her husband, Tom, reports good news from Grace’s most recent scans: the inflammation in Grace’s lung has gone down and she is able to continue her immunotherapy. In addition, all the cancer locations are showing less activity and have shrunk! Grace and Tom are so thankful for all your prayers. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary received a second epidural injection recently to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility. She is beginning to venture out and drive to nearby locations. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her periodic driver.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Please pray for her healing and for those caring for her, including Bo. Also pray that her application is approved for a place in an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in-hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

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. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes.

David said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”  Please keep this special couple in your prayers. David and Carolyn welcome cards and calls.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and related health issues. She recently began physical therapy twice a week, and Russ says it’s helping—not only with mobility, but also by giving her a chance to get out of the house.
Please pray for renewed strength and continued progress for Esther, and for Russ as he faithfully cares for her.

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver. Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

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: Late this past week, John traveled to New York City for scans and additional tests related to his ongoing treatment for pancreatic cancer. He had been doing very well until a new concern arose this week—a bleeding ulcer. John is now being treated with medication and dietary changes, and we are thankful this issue did not prevent him from making the trip to New York.

Please pray that the ulcer will heal quickly. Continue to pray that the medication John is taking will effectively combat his pancreatic cancer and eliminate it from his body, and that he will be able to remain on this treatment with minimal side effects. We also ask for continued recovery of strength, relief from pain, and for peace, comfort, and perseverance for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Bobby McVey: Following Bobby’s recent back surgery, doctors identified two areas of concern on his spine that will be treated with radiation beginning the week after next. He is scheduled to undergo five treatments, one every other day.

Please pray for successful radiation treatments and for Bobby’s full return to good health. May the Lord bless and strengthen him, and be with Carrie and the entire family during this time.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary received a second epidural injection recently to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility. She is beginning to venture out and drive to nearby locations. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her periodic driver.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Her husband, Tom, reports good news from Grace’s most recent scans: the inflammation in Grace's lung has gone down and she is able to continue her immunotherapy. In addition, all the cancer locations are showing less activity and have shrunk! Grace and Tom are so thankful for all your prayers. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Please pray for her healing and for those caring for her, including Bo. Also pray that her application is approved for a place in an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in-hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

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: This past Sunday afternoon, Rubel Shelly spent several hours visiting with David and Carolyn following his preaching and teaching at Grace Chapel that morning. Carolyn prepared a wonderful Southern, home‑cooked meal, and it was a joyful blessing for dear friends in Christ to spend meaningful time together in person.

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes.

David said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”  Please keep this special couple in your prayers.  David and Carolyn welcome cards and calls.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and related health issues. She recently began physical therapy twice a week, and Russ says it’s helping—not only with mobility, but also by giving her a chance to get out of the house.
Esther and Russ are back after traveling to Florida for a wedding Saturday a week ago. Although very tiring, it was a beautiful wedding, and Esther was able to catch up with family members. They had a wonderful time!

Please pray for renewed strength and continued progress for Esther, and for Russ as he faithfully cares for her.

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver. Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

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.

Dorothy and Ralph Jones: Dorothy and her husband, Ralph, passed away on February 19 and February 27 in Alamo, Tennessee. Dorothy, age 81, was a dear sister to our own Fran Sexton. Both Dorothy and Ralph had been in hospice care and passed peacefully in the Lord. A joint memorial service was held on February 28 in Alamo. Ralph, age 84, had hoped to pass soon enough to be remembered alongside Dorothy—and he did.

Please pray for comfort and peace for their family during this time of loss.
Obituaries may be viewed at ronkfuneralhome.net.

Bobby McVey: After his back surgery, doctors discovered two areas of concern on Bobby's spine which they will be treating with radiation in two weeks. He will undergo five treatments, one every other day.

Please pray for successful radiation treatments and full recovery to great health. Lord, please be with Bobby.  Bless and strengthen him, and be with Carrie and family as well.

John Wood: John will travel to New York City this week for a scan and more tests. He's feeling pretty good right now. Alicia recently shared that “John’s doctor was almost giddy with how well he is doing and how good he looks. God is good!”

Please continue praying that the drug John is taking will continue to battle his pancreatic cancer and remove the cancer from his body. Also pray for further recovery of strength, relief from pain, treatment side effects, and for peace, comfort, and perseverance—not just for John, but for Alicia and the entire family.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary received a second epidural injection this past week to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility. She is beginning to venture out and drive to nearby locations. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her periodic driver.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Her husband, Tom, reports good news from Grace’s most recent scans: the inflammation in Grace's lung has gone down and she is able to continue her immunotherapy. In addition, all the cancer locations are showing less activity and have shrunk! Grace and Tom are so thankful for all your prayers. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan continues to do very well following her hip replacement surgery. After dealing with a blood infection for several months, Susan’s recent bloodwork results were normal, and she is finally off antibiotics! She has also recently begun physical therapy to further restore her strength and mobility. Please continue praying for complete healing.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Please pray for her healing and for those caring for her, including Bo. Also pray that her application is approved for a place in an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in-hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

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

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver.  Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and related health issues. She recently began physical therapy twice a week, and Russ says it’s helping—not only with mobility, but also by giving her a chance to get out of the house.

Esther and Russ traveled to Florida this past week for a family wedding and are returning today. The trip was difficult for Esther given her health challenges, but they are grateful they were able to be with their family.

Please pray for renewed strength and continued progress for Esther, and for Russ as he faithfully cares for her.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome cards or calls.

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.

Syble Picker: Syble Joy Picker, mother of former GC lead minister Kurt Picker and grandmother of member Cory Jones, passed away peacefully at her home in Searcy, Arkansas on Monday, February 23.

A celebration of life was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, at the West Side Church of Christ in Searcy, Arkansas.

Syble’s obituary may be viewed at powellfuneralhome.net/obituaries/syble-picker.
We pray for peace and comfort for Syble’s husband, Fred, and her entire family as they mourn the loss of this beautiful soul.

John Wood: Alicia shared recently that “John’s doctor was almost giddy with how well he is doing and how good he looks. God is good!” John will continue traveling to New York every few weeks as he progresses through his pancreatic cancer treatments.

Please continue praying for John’s recovery of strength, relief from pain and treatment side effects, and for peace, comfort, and perseverance—not just for John, but for Alicia and the entire family.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary is scheduled to receive a second epidural injection in March to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility. She is beginning to venture out and drive to nearby locations. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her periodic driver.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Her husband, Tom, reports good news from Grace’s most recent scans: the inflammation in Grace’s lung has gone down and she is able to continue her immunotherapy. In addition, all the cancer locations are showing less activity and have shrunk! Grace and Tom are so thankful for all your prayers. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan continues to do very well following her hip replacement surgery. After dealing with a blood infection for several months, Susan’s recent bloodwork results were normal, and she is finally off of antibiotics! She has also recently begun physical therapy to further restore her strength and mobility. Please continue praying for complete healing.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Because of her recent health challenges and increasing frailty, the family is gently encouraging her to consider moving to an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Please pray for wisdom and clarity as decisions are made about her long‑term care, for her full healing and recovery, and for strength and blessing for all who are caring for her during this time.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in-hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

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

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver.  Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and related health issues. She recently began physical therapy twice a week, and Russ says it is helping—not only with mobility, but also by giving her a chance to get out of the house. Thankfully, her breathing has also shown improvement.

Please pray for renewed strength and continued progress for Esther, and for Russ as he faithfully cares for her.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome cards or calls.

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.

We pray for the church of Christ and for all our brothers and sisters around the world—especially those who may be facing persecution or even death for their faith in Christ. We lift up every soul in Cumming and the surrounding communities, asking that Grace Chapel will shine as a beacon of hope to all whom the Holy Spirit brings our way. Heavenly Father, help each of us to lead with love and hospitality in our daily lives, making the most of every opportunity to further Your Kingdom.

We also pray for you—each GC member and guest—that whatever season of life you are in, the love of Christ will dwell in you richly. As we all face the storms of life when they come, we lift up our families, friends, and neighbors who are experiencing physical, situational, or spiritual challenges. Amen.

John Wood: John and his father, Ron, are in New York City this week for several appointments. Alicia shared, “John’s doctor was almost giddy with how well he is doing and how good he looks. God is good!” John will continue traveling to New York every few weeks as he progresses through his pancreatic cancer treatments.

Please continue praying for John’s ongoing recovery of strength, relief from pain and treatment side effects, and for peace, comfort, and perseverance for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

John and Alicia also celebrated the arrival of their first grandchild this week. Their daughter, Addi, and son‑in‑law, Max, welcomed Jonah Knox Musser on Wednesday morning. Jonah is still at Northside Forsyth and is expected to go home by Sunday. God is so good!

Ruthanne Redfield: After receiving treatment for a previously undiagnosed thyroid condition, Ruthanne has rapidly regained much of her strength. Please continue to pray for Ruthanne’s renewed energy and sustained good health.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary is scheduled to receive a second epidural injection in March to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility. She is beginning to venture out and drive to nearby locations. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her periodic driver.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Thanks be to God, the treatments are working—the lung tumors have decreased significantly, and several lesions in her brain and hip have either shrunk or disappeared altogether. At present, Grace is dealing with inflammation in her lungs; please pray specifically for that inflammation to subside. Please continue praying for healing, manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan continues to do very well following her hip replacement surgery. After dealing with a blood infection for several months, Susan’s recent bloodwork results were normal, and she is finally off of antibiotics! She has also recently begun physical therapy to further restore her strength and mobility. Please continue praying for complete healing.

Virginia Ann Edwards (Bo Edwards’ mother): Sister Edwards, age 91, is continuing her recovery and rehab following a partial hip replacement. Because of her recent health challenges and increasing frailty, the family is gently encouraging her to consider moving to an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair in Myrtle Beach.

Please pray for wisdom and clarity as decisions are made about her long‑term care, for her full healing and recovery, and for strength and blessing for all who are caring for her during this time.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after in hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

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

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver.  Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

Esther Johnson: One of our dear saints at home continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and several related health issues. Just recently Esther started visiting a physical therapy location twice a week. Russ says the therapy is helping and it seems good for her to get out of the house. Importantly, along with this PT initiative, Esther’s breathing has improved.

We ask all of Grace Chapel to be praying for this dear saint and for the Lord to intervene and restore Esther’s strength even in the face of Parkinson’s. Pray also for Russ as he cares for her.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome cards or calls.

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: John is officially back at home in Peachtree Corners after several months in New York City for his clinical trial for pancreatic cancer. The progress he has made is truly remarkable. His strength has returned, he has gained needed weight, and his recent scan showed a 25% reduction in tumor size with no new growth. His oncologist is very pleased.

John will continue traveling to New York every three weeks for follow‑up appointments and monitoring. Alicia specifically asks that we pray for the tumors to continue shrinking by 20–25% with each future scan.

Please continue praying for ongoing recovery of strength, relief from pain and treatment side effects, and for peace, comfort, and perseverance for John, Alicia, and their entire family. They are so grateful to our Heavenly Father and thankful for all of you…for every prayer, message, and act of encouragement—they feel your love.

Ruthanne Redfield: After receiving treatment for a previously undiagnosed thyroid condition, Ruthanne has rapidly regained much of her strength. She is walking again and moving around freely. She meets with her specialist on Monday for a follow up regarding the thyroid medication she has been taking. She is so thankful to God for her recovery and for your prayers. Please continue to pray for Ruthanne’s renewed energy and sustained good health.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. The treatments caused significant loss of weight and strength. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary is scheduled to receive a second epidural injection in March to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. She has experienced some improvement from the first injection and began physical therapy last week. As the numbness in her right foot continues to lessen, she will also begin testing her ability to drive again. Please pray for complete healing, restored mobility, and the full return of her ability to drive. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her driver during this time.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Thanks be to God that the treatments are working—the lung tumors have significantly decreased, and several lesions in the brain and hip have shrunk or disappeared. Side effects, however, have become more challenging, including rashes and fatigue. Please pray for healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan continues to do very well following her hip replacement surgery. Please continue praying for complete healing and the full return of strength, mobility, and overall health.

Virginia Ann Edwards: Sister Edwards, Bo Edwards’ mother, is 91 and lives alone in Columbia, South Carolina. Recently she fell and fractured her left hip, leading to a partial hip replacement. Family members—including Bo—are rotating caregiving responsibilities to support her during recovery. Because of her recent health challenges and increasing frailty, the family is gently encouraging her to consider moving to an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair’s home in Myrtle Beach, where an opening is currently available.

Please pray for wisdom and clarity as decisions are made about her long-term care, for her full healing and recovery, and for strength and blessing for all who are caring for Sister Edwards during this time.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son. Calli seems to be doing better after the in‑hospital treatments she underwent a few months ago.

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

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver.  Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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.

Esther Johnson: One of our dear saints at home continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and several related health issues. Just recently Esther started visiting a physical therapy location twice a week. Russ says the therapy is helping and it seems good for her to get out of the house. Importantly, along with this PT initiative, Esther’s breathing has improved.

We ask all of Grace Chapel to be praying for this dear saint and for the Lord to intervene and restore Esther’s strength even in the face of Parkinson’s. Pray also for Russ as he cares for her.

David and Carolyn Wheeler: David said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome calls or visits.

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.

Esther Johnson: One of our dear saints at home continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and several related health issues. Just recently Esther started visiting a physical therapy location twice a week. Russ says the therapy is helping and it seems good for her to get out of the house. Importantly, along with this PT initiative, Esther’s breathing has improved.

We ask all of Grace Chapel to be praying for this dear saint and for the Lord to intervene and restore Esther’s strength even in the face of Parkinson’s. Pray also for Russ as he cares for her.

John Wood: John is officially back at home in Peachtree Corners after several months in New York City for his clinical trial for pancreatic cancer. The progress he has made is truly remarkable. His strength has returned, he has gained needed weight, and his recent scan showed a 25% reduction in tumor size with no new growth. His oncologist is very pleased.

John will continue traveling to New York every three weeks for follow‑up appointments and monitoring. John and Alicia share deep gratitude for every prayer, message, and act of encouragement—they feel your love, and say it has made all the difference.

Alicia specifically asks that we pray for the tumors to continue shrinking by 20–25% with each future scan. Please also continue praying for ongoing recovery of strength, relief from pain and treatment side effects, and for peace, comfort, and perseverance for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Ruthanne Redfield: We give thanks that Ruthanne is doing great! After receiving treatment for a previously undiagnosed thyroid condition, she has rapidly regained much of her strength. She is walking again, moving around freely. Please continue to pray for her ongoing recovery, renewed energy, and sustained good health.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. The treatments caused significant loss of weight and strength. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary is scheduled to receive a second epidural injection in March to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. She has experienced some improvement from the first injection and began physical therapy last week. As the numbness in her right foot continues to lessen, she will also begin testing her ability to drive again. Please pray for complete healing, restored mobility, and the full return of her ability to drive. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her driver during this time.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Thanks be to God that the treatments are working—the lung tumors have significantly decreased, and several lesions in the brain and hip have shrunk or disappeared. Side effects, however, have become more challenging, including rashes and fatigue. Please pray for healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan continues to do very well following her hip replacement surgery. Please continue praying for complete healing and the full return of strength, mobility, and overall health.

Virginia Ann Edwards: Sister Edwards, Bo Edwards’ mother, is 91 and lives alone in Columbia, South Carolina. Recently she fell and fractured her left hip, leading to a partial hip replacement. Family members—including Bo—are rotating caregiving responsibilities to support her during recovery. Because of her recent health challenges and increasing frailty, the family is gently encouraging her to consider moving to an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair’s home in Myrtle Beach, where an opening is currently available.

Please pray for wisdom and clarity as decisions are made about her long-term care, for her full healing and recovery, and for strength and blessing for all who are caring for Sister Edwards during this time.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please continue to pray for restored mental health, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son.

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

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver.  Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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 said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome calls or visits.

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.

Just like last week, we continue to pray for safety and good health for us and our countrymen in the face of the huge winter storm advancing across our nation. We pray especially for all those in service-based jobs requiring them to be away from home and family, such as medical personnel (hospitals, doctors and nurses), firemen, police, EMT and all others as they serve. May God bless them and be with them!

Esther Johnson: One of our dear saints at home, Esther, continues to face the challenges of Parkinson’s disease and several related health issues. Her doctor recently prescribed a new oral medication in hopes that it would strengthen her and improve her breathing, but unfortunately it did not bring the desired results, and she has since stopped taking it. At this time, Esther is unsure what other medical options may be available to help restore her stamina and ease her breathing.

We ask all of Grace Chapel to be praying for this dear saint and for the Lord to intervene and restore Esther’s strength even in the face of Parkinson’s.  Pray also for Russ as he cares for her.

Ruthanne Redfield: We give thanks that Ruthanne is doing great! After receiving treatment for a previously undiagnosed thyroid condition, she has rapidly regained much of her strength. She is walking again, moving around freely, and even managed to do a load of laundry on Friday—praise God for such progress! Please continue to pray for her ongoing recovery, renewed energy, and sustained good health.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. The treatments caused significant loss of weight and strength. Bea is recovering well following her recent treatments, and she is so thankful for all the prayers. Please pray for full remission and full restoration of health.

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary is scheduled to receive a second epidural injection in March to help further calm the inflamed nerves that have caused persistent numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. She has experienced some improvement from the first injection and will begin physical therapy this week. As the numbness in her right foot continues to lessen, she will also begin testing her ability to drive again. Please pray for complete healing, restored mobility, and the full return of her ability to drive. Also remember her husband, Greg, as he continues to care for Rosemary and serve as her driver during this time.

John Wood: John and Alicia returned to New York City this week for a CT scan and several appointments. On Friday, they met with John’s research oncologist to review the results, and the news was remarkable—John’s tumors have shrunk by 25% since his last scan six weeks ago, with no new growth! Praise God for this encouraging progress!

Although his overall diagnosis remains very serious, John continues to improve with each scan. Because of this positive development, his oncologist has now released him to live in
Atlanta and travel to NYC every three weeks for his treatments.

John and Alicia extend heartfelt thanks for every prayer, message, and act of encouragement—they feel your love and say it makes all the difference. Please continue praying for the ongoing success of John’s treatments, relief from pain and side effects, and strength, peace, and comfort for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Thanks be to God that the treatments are working—the lung tumors have significantly decreased, and several lesions in the brain and hip have shrunk or disappeared. Side effects, however, have become more challenging, including rashes and fatigue. Please pray for healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan continues to do very well following her hip replacement surgery. Please continue praying for complete healing and the full return of strength, mobility, and overall health.

Virginia Ann Edwards: Sister Edwards, Bo Edwards’ mother, is 91 and lives alone in Columbia, South Carolina. Recently she fell and fractured her left hip, leading to a partial hip replacement. Family members—including Bo—are rotating caregiving responsibilities to support her during recovery. Because of her recent health challenges and increasing frailty, the family is gently encouraging her to consider moving to an assisted living facility near her daughter Clair’s home in Myrtle Beach.

Please pray for wisdom and clarity as decisions are made about her long-term care, for her full healing and recovery, and for strength and blessing for all who are caring for her during this time.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for restoration of mental health and renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special needs son.

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

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver.  Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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 said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome calls or visits.

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.

We pray for safety and good health for us and our countrymen in the face of the huge winter storm advancing across our nation. We pray especially for all those in service-based jobs requiring them to be away from home and family, such as medical personnel (hospitals, doctors and nurses), firemen, police, EMT and all others as they serve. May God bless them and be with them!

Ruthanne Redfield: Wonderful news: Ruthanne's medical team has diagnosed the cause of her dangerously low body temperatures and inability to walk.

She is at home and said on Friday, "I am doing a whole lot better now. But they finally found out. It is my thyroid. So now, time will tell. I should be a lot better soon, I hope. I already feel a lot better. I’ve got a prescription for Synthroid. Thank you so much for checking up on me. Just pray for me that this doesn't last long and I’ll be back to my own self."  Indeed, dear sister, your old self, feeling well, is exactly what we are praying for.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. The treatments caused significant loss of weight and strength. Bea is awaiting results from scans done last week to assess her response to the treatments. Please pray for full remission, no spread of the cancer, physical strength, and overall restoration. Total healing!

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary may receive a second epidural injection in her back in the coming weeks to help calm inflamed nerves that have caused ongoing numbness and pain in her right leg and foot. She has been dealing with this for several months. Please pray for complete healing, restored mobility, and the ability to drive again. Also keep her husband, Greg—her caregiver and driver—in your prayers.

John Wood: John continues treatments for pancreatic cancer in a clinical trial in New York City.  We were so happy to see John at church last Sunday.  Alicia says, “John got to come home for his birthday!!! He takes the trial drugs daily, so he can take them here in Atlanta. He is responding very well to the drugs, and his doctor was comfortable with him returning home. We are back in NYC next week as he has a scan and doctor's visits. It is our prayer that his improvement is so significant that he will be able to live in Atlanta and commute every 2-3 weeks for appointments!”

Please pray for the success of John’s treatments, relief from pain, and complete healing. We also ask for strength, peace, and comfort for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Thanks be to God that the treatments are working—the lung tumors have significantly decreased, and several lesions in the brain and hip have shrunk or disappeared. Side effects, however, have become more challenging, including rashes and fatigue. Please pray for healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for ongoing peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan is doing very well since her hip replacement surgery. Mid-week this week, Susan will be having an outpatient procedure to close a place that had not fully closed on the hip incision. Please continue praying for full healing and the return of mobility, strength, and overall health.

Virginia Ann Edwards: Sister Edwards, Bo Edwards’ mother, is 91 and lives alone in Columbia, South Carolina. Recently she fell and fractured her left hip, leading to a partial hip replacement. Family members, including Bo, are alternating caregiving responsibilities. Please pray for her full recovery and for those who are ministering to her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Please pray for restoration of mental health and renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special‑needs son.

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

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. We pray for strength for Joyce and that she can hold up physically as caregiver.  Knee pain continues to be an ongoing struggle for her.

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 said recently, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

David is battling cancer in both kidneys as well as prostate cancer. Pain is being kept under control very well with minimal pain meds. David credits Carolyn for keeping him alive—she is a wonderful caregiver. They continue to maintain wonderful, inspiring positive attitudes. David and Carolyn welcome calls or visits.

Esther Johnson: Esther continues to face Parkinson’s disease and related health concerns. She has begun a new oral medication that her doctor hopes will help restore strength and improve breathing. Please pray that she tolerates the medication well and experiences real benefits. Pray for renewed stamina, easier breathing, and a better quality of life—and for Russ as he cares for her.

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.

Ruthanne Redfield: Ruthanne was admitted to Northside Cherokee Hospital last Friday after suddenly losing the ability to walk. Her medical team is running extensive tests to determine the cause, and she is relieved to be receiving answers. Please pray for clarity in diagnosis, effective treatment, and a full and timely recovery. Remember her family as well.

Beatrice Sage: Bea, Patrick Boyle’s 58-year-old sister in New York, recently completed radiation and chemotherapy for stage-four throat cancer, diagnosed in September. The treatments caused significant loss of weight and strength. She will undergo scans next week to assess her response to the treatments. Please pray for full remission, no spread of the cancer, physical strength, and overall restoration. Total healing!

Rosemary Lisby: Rosemary received an epidural injection intended to calm the nerves affecting her back, leg, and foot. She has experienced numbness for several months, but her medical team indicated that improvement may begin within the next two weeks. Please pray for complete healing and restored mobility, including the ability to drive again. Also remember her husband, caregiver and driver, Greg. He’s doing a great job!

Tommy Bradford: Good news: Tommy’s lung congestion from a respiratory infection has fully cleared. He continues to struggle with hoarseness, however. Please pray for full healing of his voice and strength to return completely.
John Wood: John continues treatments for pancreatic cancer in a three-month clinical trial in New York City. Please pray for the success of John’s treatment, relief from pain, and complete healing. We also ask for strength, peace, and comfort for John, Alicia, and their entire family.

Grace Brown: Grace is undergoing immunotherapy for lung cancer through daily medication and periodic infusions. Thanks be to God that the treatments are working—the lung tumors have significantly decreased, and several lesions in the brain and hip have shrunk or disappeared. Side effects, however, have become more challenging, including rashes and fatigue. Please pray for healing, for manageable treatment side effects, and for ongoing peace and strength for Grace and her family.

Susan Boling: Susan continues to recover well from hip replacement surgery and has been able to get out more. We rejoiced to see her smiling face at Wednesday’s church potluck! Please continue praying for full healing and the return of mobility, strength, and overall health.

Virginia Ann Edwards: Sister Edwards, Bo Edwards’s mother, is 91 and lives alone in Columbia, South Carolina. About ten days ago she fell and fractured her left hip, leading to a partial hip replacement. Family members, including Bo, are alternating caregiving responsibilities. Please pray for her full recovery and for those who are ministering to her.

Calli (Bo Edwards’ sister): Calli is back home and improving after spending several weeks in a mental health facility in Charlotte a couple of months ago. Please pray for continued healing, renewed motivation, and peace within her home, especially as she and her husband care for their special‑needs son.

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

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 says this week, “We are walking by faith. We are doing as good as we can, keeping our doctor’s appointments, and looking at more MRI tests. Thanks to everyone who is praying for us!”

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 Johnson: Esther continues to face Parkinson’s disease and related health concerns. We are grateful that her recent heart catheterization revealed no cardiac issues, which helps rule out causes of her fatigue and shortness of breath. She has begun a new oral medication that her doctor hopes will help restore strength and improve breathing. Please pray that she tolerates the medication well and experiences real benefits. Pray for renewed stamina, easier breathing, and a better quality of life—and for Russ as he cares for her.

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.