Prayer Requests and Reports: February 2004 Archives

O rescue me, God, my helper,
and my tongue shall ring out your goodness.
O Lord, open my lips
and my mouth shall declare your praise.

For in sacrifice you take no delight,
burnt offering from me you would refuse,
my sacrifice, a contrite spirit.
A humble, contrite heart you will not spurn.

(psalm 51)

Praise
T.S.O'Rama reports below that his nephew, while born early and with low birth weight is quite healthy.

Prayers

For Amanda and the success of her book-designing business

For some recent concerns of my own

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

His delight is not in horses
nor his pleasure in warriors' strength.
The Lord delights in those who revere him,
in those who wait for his love. (psalm 147)

Praise
T.S.O'Rama reports below that his nephew, while born early and with low birth weight is quite healthy.

Prayers

For Amanda and the success of her book-designing business

For some recent concerns of my own

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

From Morning Prayer:

For the Lord delights in you,
and makes your land his spouse.
As a you man marries a virgin,
your Builder shall marry you:
and as a bridegroom rejoices in his bride
so shall your God rejoice in you.

Today God our Father brings us to the beginning of Lent. We pray that in this time of salvation he will fill us with the Holy Spirit, purify our hearts, and strengthen us in love. Let us humbly ask him:

Lord give us your Holy Spirit.

Praise
T.S.O'Rama reports below that his nephew, while born early and with low birth weight is quite healthy.

Prayers

To dispell the power of fear with the great and tender love of God in the lives of at least two of my dear friends.

For some recent concerns of my own

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

I will hear what the Lord God has to say,
a voice that speaks of peace,
peace for his people and friends
and those who turn to him in their hearts.
His help is near for those who fear Him
and his glory will dwell in our land. (psalm 85)

Praise
T.S.O'Rama reports below that his nephew, while born early and with low birth weight is quite healthy.

Prayers

For an emergency need in Joachim's family, that all is resolved quickly and well for all involved.

For some recent concerns of my own

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

O Lord, Rouse up your might,
O Lord, come to our help.
God of Hosts, bring us back;
let your face shine on us and we shall be saved. (psalm 80)

Praise
I don't think I'm overstating the issue when I report this as a miracle.

The young lady I asked you all to pray for here went to the Doctor today to hear that everything seemed to be fine. Apparently the child will not need to be delivered early and no surgery will be necessary. My most profound thanks to all of those who prayed for this mother of five. God will (has) surely bless(ed) you for your faith. Thank you.

Prayer Requests

For all those living under the curse of generational sins, that they may have protection and the inheritance of the past may be made void in their lives.

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

I don't think I'm overstating the issue when I report this as a miracle.

The young lady I asked you all to pray for here went to the Doctor today to hear that everything seemed to be fine. Apparently the child will not need to be delivered early and no surgery will be necessary. My most profound thanks to all of those who prayed for this mother of five. God will (has) surely bless(ed) you for your faith. Thank you.

Take refuge in God, all you people.
Trust Him at all times.
Pour out your hearts before him
for God is our refuge.

Praise Report

Praise God, baby Andrew has arrived to the welcoming arms of Tom and Robin, opening them once again to the grand mystery of parenthood. Praise God.

Prayer Requests

For all those living under the curse of generational sins, that they may have protection and the inheritance of the past may be made void in their lives.

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

There is no Holy One like the Lord,
there is no Rock like our God. (1 Samuel 2: 2)

Praise Report

Praise God, baby Andrew has arrived to the welcoming arms of Tom and Robin, opening them once again to the grand mystery of parenthood. Praise God.

Prayer Requests

For all those living under the curse of generational sins, that they may have protection and the inheritance of the past may be made void in their lives.

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

Bless the Lord, my soul!
Lord God, how great you are!

No news yet about Tom's new child--keep praying

Prayer Requests

For all those living under the curse of generational sins, that they may have protection and the inheritance of the past may be made void in their lives.

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

Tom tells us that child number 5 is coming today. Please pray for a safe and easy delivery.

Your love, Lord, reaches to heaven;
your truth to the skies.
Your justice is like God's mountain,
your judgments like the deep. (psalm 36)
O praise the Lord!

Prayer Requests

For the people of North Korea on this "Dear Leader's" birthday, that they may be freed from the tyranny of his lies and ushered into the life of light in our Savior.

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

O Lord, do not forsake me!
My God, do not stay far off!
Make haste and come to my help,
O Lord, my God, my savior! (psalm 38: 22-23)

Prayer Requests

For Pamela for prosperity

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

The LORD on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea.
Thy testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O LORD, for ever. (Psalm 93: 4-5)

Praise Reports

All went well and safely with Gregg and family on their travels to a dear relative's funeral.

Prayer Requests

For Pamela for prosperity

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

Praise the Lord for he is good;
sing to our God for he is loving:
to him our praise is due. (Psalm 147)

Praise Reports

All went well and safely with Gregg and family on their travels to a dear relative's funeral.

Prayer Requests

For Pamela for prosperity

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

. . . As one in desert lands
Whose very flesh is flame,
In burning love I lift my hands
and bless His name. (from a hymn)

Prayer Requests

For Sparki, peace, comfort, and certain knowledge of His love.

For some recent concerns of my own

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
Praise Him all creatures here below.
Praise Him above ye heavenly host.
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

So much good to praise the Lord for.

If you look at the list of people for whom we were praying for employment, you'll find that yet another one has dropped off the list. Bill Doran found a job shortly after we began praying. In addition, my brother-in-law after long intermittant employment got a good full-time job. Praise God in His mercy.

Teresita reports that the dreaded interview went much better than expected and thanks us all for our prayers.

Smockmomma reports another cause for praise and thanksgiving:

"Smockmomma's momma, Charlene, survived a car accident that totaled her car. Charlene is not in the habit of professing her faith, but is so happy to be alive that she is giving God the glory."

And perhaps most wonderful of all, after so long a silence we've heard once again from Karen Marie Knapp. Keep praying and raising her to the Lord, but praise Him for what He has already accomplished for her.

Some days there is simply not enough heart to be filled by the magnificence and generosity God bestows upon us. May He take away these hearts of stones and give us hearts of flesh that rejoice in His love. Praise Him! O Praise Him!

The joy of the Lord is my strength!

Rejoice in the Lord always, again I say it, rejoice!

The praise report is so long that it necessitates an entry of its own--alleluia!

Prayer Requests

For a special and urgent need for Katherine right now.

For Gordon as he searches for a house for his family

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For M'Lynn in her present domestic crisis, that all works out both in Court and in the new job possibility

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

This message from Gordon--the need is urgent indeed, please pray:

Here again is the message on Kayla K, a cousin of one of our Admin Assistants.

She is 7 months pregnant and the doctors have found that the
baby's stomach is in his chest cavity. His heart is fine at this point but
his lungs are not developing. They are starting her on steroids to
develop them. As soon as they are developed enough for survival, they are
going to perform an emergency C-Section and take the baby straight into
surgery to try to put everything where it belongs. They say he has a
50-50 chance.

This is her fifth pregnancy. Her first was a miscarriage, the
second was a stillbirth, the third was an empty sac, and the fourth she
finally had a healthy daughter. Now this......

The Admin Assistant is leaving everything in God's hands and she
says that the family needs a miracle and she only knows One that is in
that business. Please put this in our Carmelite prayer chain.

I will thank you Lord, among the peoples,
among the nations I will praise you
for your love reaches to the heavens
and your truth to the skies.
(psalm 57)

For safe travel for Gregg and his wife as they travel to the funeral of a beloved relative.

For Gordon as he searches for a house for his family

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For Franklin's mom who has long been dependent upon Bill (his dad) for day to day support and now is really feeling the crisis

For M'Lynn in her present domestic crisis, that all works out both in Court and in the new job possibility

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

Thank you all for your prayers for Linda. She is recovering well and feeling better than she has in a long time. There's still a bit of healing to do, so please keep praying, but everything is fine thus far.

And an interim report on the healing of Chris Keith (one of our long-term prayer projects) along with a special plea. I quote from a letter from her mother-in-law.

Just had the opportunity to read your very kind prayer request for our daughter in law Chris. She has begun chemo specifically to shrink (and in my prayer vision - eliminate) any lesions on her liver, in the lymph system or anywhere.
All things considered, her attitude remains positive and her faith in Our Lord's healing abilities to be as present today as it is reported in our Holy Scripture.
We claim that fact as well.

Chris turned 37 yrs. old Christmas Day in the hospital, recovering from surgery that removed the original cancer site.

Through this shocking series of events (it began Dec. 9th), ALL of us are asking everyone we know to either sign up for colonoscopys or lean on their doctors to at least have the occult blood tests.

In Chris' case, there were absolutely NO physical symptoms of any kind to alert anyone until her liver hemorrhaged and she was taken to the ER with a red blood cell count of 5 and immediately had to receive two units of blood before anything else was done.

I'm not trying to promote fear of any kind, but I know that folks (including me) would rather do almost anything rather than sign up for a colonoscopy - our message is: don't delay - stand on the rock and take care of yourself.
Certainly if anyone IS experiencing any digestive issues, I encourage them - at whatever age - to push their docs to do this life saving screening.

The day before Chris was diagnosed through liver biopsy, our religious order lost the 26 yr. sister of two of our members with the same diagnosis. She had all the resources available to her that one could have and her doctors kept following the 'suggested protocol' and kept treating her for work related stress.

I share these two stories of the extremely young affected by this terrible disease, because both these young women, being faithful and effective children of God, would want their sufferings to be used to save others, if possible.

Thank you Steven, and all of your brothers and sisters who are helping us in this fight to save Chris to be the mother to our 3yr and 6 yr old that she brought into this world. It's a great comfort to know that we have your help.

Please continue your prayers for Chris, and if you wish to leave messages of encouragement, simply write to me, or comment here in the comments box. Our strength is in the Lord and in prayer and it is by our love that we are known. And it is a sign of great love to pour out prayers for those around us who need them.

As for me, I trust in your merciful love.
Let my heart rejoice in your saving help;
Let me sing to the Lord for his goodness to me. (Psalm 13)

For the safe and healthy birth of Tom's (of Goodform) fifth child to happen in the near future.

For Gordon as he searches for a house for his family

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For Dylan's return to health and return to us.

For Karen Marie Knapp as she recovers from her recent hospitalization.

For Franklin's mom who has long been dependent upon Bill (his dad) for day to day support and now is really feeling the crisis

For M'Lynn in her present domestic crisis, that all works out both in Court and in the new job possibility

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

I will bless the Lord at all times
his praise ever on my lips;
in the Lord my soul shall makes its boast.
The humble shall hear and be glad. (Psalm 34: 2-3)

For my friend and colleague Beth V. who is presently in the hospital with an extreme case of vertigo

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For Dylan's return to health and return to us.

For Karen Marie Knapp as she recovers from her recent hospitalization.

For Shirley: The hospital has thrown her out and she has no consistent nursing care for a very serious head injury.

For the local Carmelite Chapters that the visit from the provincial during the next two weeks is fruitful and helpful to their growth and development.

For Franklin's mom who has long been dependent upon Bill (his dad) for day to day support and now is really feeling the crisis

For M'Lynn in her present domestic crisis, that all works out both in Court and in the new job possibility

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery

Prayers:

For Christine and Gordon, who are presently separated by a great distance. For Christine as she prepares the house for sail, that it may go smoothly with her and the sale proceed as quickly as may be necessary.

For all who are suffering from marital problems, most particularly those in our own families or communities, that the Lord may intervene and remind them that a marriage is of three persons.

For Dylan's return to health and return to us.

For Shirley: The hospital has thrown her out and she has no consistent nursing care for a very serious head injury.

For the local Carmelite Chapters that the visit from the provincial during the next two weeks is fruitful and helpful to their growth and development.

For Franklin's mom who has long been dependent upon Bill (his dad) for day to day support and now is really feeling the crisis

For M'Lynn in her present domestic crisis, that all works out both in Court and in the new job possibility

For mothers and families that struggle with autism and autistic related disabilities: particularly for M'Lynn, Melissa, Christine, and Betty.

For Father Benedict Groeschel, for complete recovery