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Sara says:
Monday, April 30, 2012 at 9:14am
Please pray for my daughter’s Godfather as he is away protecting our great Nation. Also, please pray for his wife who is at home.
Erica Kirk says:
Monday, April 16, 2012 at 12:26pm
I am organizing a 2 mile walk in Parkville, MO for Hands of Hope Pregnancy Resource Center. Walk for LIfe is experiencing lack luster support. WE are in the process of going medical and ending abortion in the northland. Please pray this is a successful walk and those supposed to walk will register and it will be more donations we every expect to be possible
Robyn Steinbrueck says:
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 6:05am
Please pray for Alissa. She is a friend of my son. She recently discovered she was pregnant at 7 months. She has had no prenatal care. Thanks be to God, that she is choosing life! Pray that both mom and baby are healthy!
Franz Chenet says:
Monday, March 26, 2012 at 6:37am
Please pray for the reposed soul of Burton Chenet, my cousin. He was murdered during a burglary in his home in Haiti. His wife Chistine was also shot, but survived, she will need surgery on her arm. They have two girls 8, 10, who were in the house, I am still not sure what they saw, if they saw anything. Nancy(my aunt, Burton’s mom) and two cousins are going to Haiti for the cremation. They resided in the U.S. please pray for their safety as they travel to Haiti. Burton’s family was making plans to move to New York, because thing are getting to be so dangerous In Haiti. Please keep them all in your prayers, thank you.
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Sue Peters says:
Monday, March 19, 2012 at 11:32am
This came from the ST Therese prayer chain today…… I received a phone call from a parishioner asking for pray for Fr. Al Krzyzopolski. Fr. Al is dealing with some health issues and will be having some tests tomorrow
Robyn Steinbrueck says:
Monday, March 12, 2012 at 9:18pm
Our grandson Rowan is now in the company of the saints and angels! Than you for your prayers!
Pat Castle says:
Monday, March 12, 2012 at 11:17pm
Dear Robyn – I am so sorry for your loss…know that my heart hurts for you and yours…prayers. This is not our Home…we are just passing through. YBIC, Pat
Rose says:
Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 6:29am
Robyn, I’m so sorry to learn of your loss. It’s a blessing to know he’s with the Lord, but it still hurts so much. I’ll be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Pat Castle says:
Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 11:04pm
Sr. Francelle had a stroke today and is unresponsive at St. Lukes hospital in Aberdeen SD. Received the message from her niece Kathy Jo Peterson. We have been linking to Sr. Francelle’s weekly devotion each Friday since we began posting her devotions on a blog in 2008. She is a Sister of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, living at the Motherhouse in Aberdeen, SD. In 1988, I met Sr. Francelle on the Search retreat program that she led for many years. A few years later my brother Steve S. Castle met his wife Martina Castle on that same retreat program. Sr. Francelle is a living Saint…let’s keep her close in prayer in the coming days. Feel free to comment on how Sr. Francelle and her devotions have impacted your faith journey. http://sisterfrancelle.blogspot.com/
SUSAN PETERS says:
Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 10:46pm
Please pray for Rebekah – she is in the middle of her chemo and radiation treatments. Her BMT will be on Wed March 14th! Pray for wisdom and compassion for all medical staff. Pray for Teresa her baby sister who is her match – donor of the bone marrow. Also pray for JP – his health challenges continue. Thank you Jesus for being with us each step of the way thru all the grandtreasures health challenges over the years.
edith berry says:
Friday, March 9, 2012 at 2:31pm
Pray for a dear close relative that has checked out a website on suicide. Can’t explain any more. We have an all knowing God.
Pat Castle says:
Thursday, March 1, 2012 at 9:18am
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for March is: “That the whole world may recognise the contribution of women to the development of society”. His mission intention is: “That the Holy Spirit may grant perseverance to those who suffer discrimination, persecution or death for the name of Christ, particularly in Asia”.
Carol Nesbitt says:
Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 1:53pm
Please pray for my brother who is battling alcoholism. We’re trying to get him into treatment and he’s resisting. He needs it so badly. Thank you!
edith berry says:
Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 6:57am
Over a year my cousin and I prayed the Divine Mercy chaplet for my alcoholic brother. When he went into the treatment center they had to take him to the ER at another hospital first because he was almost dead. It’s been several years now without a drink. He was a tough one to believe for. I will pray Divine Mercy for your brother. It’s powerful!!
Carol Nesbitt says:
Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 8:40am
Thank you Edith! I appreciate your prayers!
Pat Castle says:
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 1:24pm
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for February is: “That all peoples may have access to water and other resources needed for daily life”. His mission intention is: “That the Lord may sustain the efforts of health workers assisting the sick and elderly in the world’s poorest regions”.
Sue Peters says:
Friday, January 20, 2012 at 9:53am
Please pray for our grandtreasure Rebekah who is 6 years old. She has a very rare form of pre-leukemia cells. She will be undergoing extensive chemo and then a bone marrow transplant. Pray for a match! She says she is going to be brave. Pray for the medial team to have the wisdom and compassion to make decisions for Rebekah, her siblings and parents – Tony & Stephanie Spader (LIFE Runner family) God hold them all close during this time.
Pat Castle says:
Friday, January 20, 2012 at 10:12am
Holding them all close in my running prayers…come Holy Spirit. Phil 4:13.
Sue Peters says:
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 8:26am
Please pray for JP as he continues to struggle through yet another autonamic crisis. Also for Rebekah as we wait for test results…..God please bless them both with a miracle.
Pat Castle says:
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 9:35am
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for January 2012 is: “That the victims of natural disasters may receive the spiritual and material comfort they need to rebuild their lives”. His mission intention is: “That the dedication of Christians to peace may bear witness to the name of Christ before all men and women of good will”.
edith berry says:
Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 9:03pm
Pray for Ellen my friend who told me about anxiety attacks she is having. I told her I understood and told her about the one I had going past the college I went to when I had an abortion. She broke down and told me she had 13 abortion that she remembers. I told her about Rachel’s Vineyard and she asked me if I would go with her on a retreat when she was ready and I said I would be there for her. Pray for me as I continue to listen and visit with her by phone. She lives 200 miles away from me. Thanks.
Sue Peters says:
Monday, December 19, 2011 at 7:28am
Please pray for JP – he is back in crisis and we are all praying he can work thru this at home and be home for Christmas. Also pray for 28 yr old Phillip who will be buried today. He was in a car accident on Nov 19th and went home to be with Jesus last week. Pray for his parents, sisters and his four young children.
Kathy Schwab says:
Friday, December 16, 2011 at 10:54am
Thank You all for all your Prayers for my son in law’s cousin,. He is now in Heaven . Please continue to Pray for his wife, two kids, ages 13 and 18, and all his family!
I also have another very Special request…My Lil Grandson’s 5 yr old friend, is now undergoing chemotherapy. Please pray for him and all his Family and Friends.
May you all have a Blessed Christmas and a Healthy Safe New Year,
Sincerely,
Kathy
Mia Reini says:
Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 9:39am
Please pray for Mary Cheely Hill & Jamie Hill (Chicago, IL) whose two year-old son Charlie passed away suddenly this week. They will need strong prayers for consolation.
edith berry says:
Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 9:24am
Pray for my God-son, Kenny who is in the autism spectrum and going into day treatment at Prairie St. Johns for two weeks stating today.
Sr. M. Consolata, FSGM says:
Friday, December 9, 2011 at 8:53am
Please pray for the women who will come on our Veni Si Amas Discernment Retreat this January 5-8th with the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George, that they may be open to receiving God’s love. Please pray for women to come! Thank you!
Kathy Castle says:
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 10:47pm
Please pray for Dick English,father of Barb, Beth, Theresa and Dan. While on vacation in AZ Dick became ill and after exploratory surgery was diagnosed with an aggressive lymphoma He is about to undergo his second round of chemo. The family asks for prayers…Dick is in a weakened condition from previous surgery and heart issues. God in your mercy hear our prayer.
Sue Peters says:
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 10:41pm
Wow I have not read the prayers for awhile….lots of crosses being carried. I am asking for prayers for many toight. Phil – a single father of 4 who was in a car accident and has brain injuries, Jim who was buried today, Karen who’s father died, Irene who is dealing with growing old gracefully, Toby who’s daughter died. For the children who are ill…that they feel Jesus holding them and see His face everyday. Praying too for the medical teams treating the ill and giving encouragement to their familes.
edith berry says:
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 2:01pm
From our Health Resource Center in Fergus Falls, Mn:
Please pray for an abortion minded client scheduled this week for an ultrasound. Pray that she does come in and that the ultrasound will show her God’s miracle of life and that her heart will be softened and open to His leading..
Jenna says:
Monday, December 5, 2011 at 4:59pm
Hello friends,
The following request came from a young lady at my old college. We have little time before tomorrow, but please pray whenever your read this — Melanie and her little one will need all the prayers, current and retroactive, that they can get!
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Hey Everyone,
Here’s the situation:
I was talking to my cousin, Kim, on the phone last night, and she told me that her co-worker, Melanie, is planning to have an abortion on Tuesday. Melanie is 19 years old, and just over two weeks pregnant. Her friends are all telling her to go ahead and have “it” taken care of, and that it’s “no big deal.” Kim’s been trying to talk her out of it… but they think she’s just pushing her Catholic morals on Melanie. Melanie doesn’t want to be fat for 9 months, even though Kim said that if Melanie would carry the baby for 9 months, Kim would carry him/her for the rest of his/her life. Melanie’s boyfriend said he would support her either way, so let’s just hope that Melanie’s concerns about her weight can be overlooked
Your mission:
Please pray for both Kim and Melanie, and do everything in your power to help save this baby’s life.
Feel free to send this on if you think it might help…
Elizabeth
Rosemary Bernth says:
Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 10:37pm
Got a lot of prayers for you guys to help me with. First, for the soul of Suzanne Treinen, the mother of my college coach (Nate). She passed away during Thanksgiving week. May she rest in peace and may God grant her family strength and comfort. Next is Tracy Barcus, my college residence hall director, who is going to have a hystorectomy in a few weeks. Next is Cindy Tiedemann, the secretary of Bishop Nickless of Sioux City and a dear friend. Her father just passed away so may God grant his soul peace and Cindy’s family comfort. Lastly, for my coworker Tioni Brown who is experiencing some health issues possibly relating to a past miscarriage. Please pray that she makes a full and speedy recovery.
Thanks all! – Rosemary
Pat Castle says:
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 10:49am
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for December is: “That all peoples may grow in harmony and peace through mutual understanding and respect”. His mission intention is: “That children and young people may be messengers of the Gospel and that they may be respected and preserved from all violence and exploitation”.
kathy Schwab says:
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 9:34am
Please PRAY !!!
My Lil Grandson;s friend ( Tyler) was recently diagnosed with a very aggressive form of cancer ,Neuroblastoma. Tyler is 5 yrs old and plays tee ball with my Grandson, Logan.
He just began his Chemotherapy last week, and after several rounds of Chemo, they will try to remove the abdominal mass. Hopefully, with God’s help, He will be cancer free.
Sincerely,
Kathy Schwab
edith berry says:
Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 2:38pm
Pray for abortion minded woman who called Health Resource Center in Fergus Falls but refused to come in. She said she believed she knew all about abortion since she had had one and was not interested in any information on her options. Please pray that God will touch her heart and give her hope..
edith berry says:
Monday, November 28, 2011 at 5:39am
Continue to pray for this woman, a report came back that she changed her mind and is going to have this baby. Thanks for praying an don’t stop.
Mia Reini says:
Monday, November 14, 2011 at 9:25am
You guys are awesome prayer warriors! Please add to your prayers my husband’s sweet grandpa, Roy Reini, who is in the hospital in Wisconsin with internal bleeding. Not only for his health, but for his conversion to God and the faith.
Kathy Castle says:
Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 9:39am
Please join me in prayers of thanksgiving. My husband Joe entered the hospital on Oct 31 for a total laryngectomy, removal of his voicebox. Yesterday Joe spoke for the first time with the aid of a prosthesis that was inserted into his tracheal and esophagus. I’m so proud of him. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. All praise and honor to our Lord Jesus Christ, who sustained Joe and I and our dear family during a very difficult time. He will come home today!
Sue Peters says:
Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 7:54am
Still praying Kathy……..
Carol Nesbitt says:
Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 9:19am
Prayers requested for little Daniel, who is not quite 1 and is hospitalized with two kinds of pneumonia, and for his cousin, baby Kaylynn, who also has pneumonia. Baby Daniel’s mom is also sick. Please pray the God will heal them all quickly and completely. Thank you!
Susan Peters says:
Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 1:21pm
Please pray for Renae…she was diagnoised this week with thyroid cancer and will have surgery on Friday. She also has been suffering with some heart palpatations…they will deal with that once the thyroid surgery is over. Please pray for God to wrap his arms around her, guide the doctors and all caregivers as they tend to her and her family.
edith berry says:
Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 9:54pm
My almost 18yr old autistic son was missing at a spec ed funciton to night at school for a little over 20 minutes. He wasn’t where he was suppose to be and there has been alot of stress in his life with explaining the guardianship prosess, his upcoming trip to New York in April and his wisdom teeth being surgiacal removed and him having to be put under next Wednesday. He needs prayer for protection and an understanding of the seriousnes of staying with the group.Even after I talked with him with the PCA and teacher when we got home he said,”I didn’t do anything wrong.” Prayer on Wednesday and with the anestetic to put him to sleep. Prayer for peace and trust for me the Mom. Thanks.
Susan Peters says:
Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 1:23pm
Wow….we have a the same types of issues with one grandchild. She just does not understand all the happens when directions are not followed. Prayers for your son.
edith berry says:
Monday, November 7, 2011 at 7:06am
My sons wisdom teeth experience went very well. No problems what so ever.Now that is one less things on my list.
Sue Peters says:
Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 6:14am
Prayers for Joe – to be able to quit smoking, for him and his entire family to feel the arms of Jesus holding them thru this journey, for Him to guide the Dr’s and medical staff to make treatment and surgical decissions as they care for him and his entire family.
Pat Castle says:
Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 5:03pm
Dear LIFE Group, I found out today that my Dad has has tumors in his throat and lungs…please pray for his journey ahead. Come Lord Jesus, help us to be holy and believe your words, “Be not afraid.”
Gratefully In Christ, Pat
Phil 4:13
Sue Peters says:
Friday, October 21, 2011 at 7:18am
I will pray for Joe and your entire family Pat. Jesus hold them all close thru the changes and journey ahead of them. Peace – feel the arms of Jesus around you each day.
Pat Castle says:
Friday, October 21, 2011 at 8:10am
Sue, needed that…thanks to you…and Christ. We are all on a journey back Home…
Mrs. Zagorski says:
Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 10:12am
• Wednesday, October 19, 2011 5:00 PM, CDT
Hello Angels. Thanks for keeping your end of the deal and getting serious with the prayers. Abby came through today with flying colors. Dr. B made about five punctures on each side of her neck and injected this material to dry up the blood. This is only temporary for the big Friday surgery to dry out the area for Dr. Ghatan to do the laminectomy. Dr. Ghatan talked to us for about an hour discussing surgery. AVM is winning and we are getting against the wall. There is a good chance Abby could become a quadriplegic if we don’t try this and give spinal cord space. It cannot keep taking this abuse. The nerves are going to get damaged. Rich boo-hooed while I kept asking questions. The biggest risk here is that Abby would start bleeding during surgery and they would not be able to stop it and she would literally bleed to death. That’s a tough reality, but as her parents, along with guidance from the docs, we have to try anything we can to get her cured and keep walking. Abby has already had a taste of the limited arm and leg movement with the stroke and we just can’t see no movement being in her future. We have you all praying and supporting us and do not believe that it is part of God’s plan to take her from us. He is just making Abby jump some major hurdles right now for whatever reason. So Friday could be the biggest day of her life. Call a friend or relative and ask them to pray for our friend Abby early Friday morning. Let’s rattle the rooftops and be heard. We have got to fight this one out for this little girl. Abby will have some major recuperating after the laminectomy and Dr. Ghatan can’t estimate time or limitations until we see what happens during surgery. Dr. B said a last minute change in plans could happen when they go in. Stay positive and we will try and keep our chins up. Dr. B. told Abby himself of the plan and she took it like a mature girl. She cried only slightly that they would cut her skin. All is well in NY for now. We just played a board game of LIFE. Abby won of course. Abby will be playing a real game of LIFE on Friday with the surgery and she will win again, I just know it. Thanks for the prayers. This little girl is so precious and priceless!
Becky Gregory says:
Friday, October 14, 2011 at 9:24pm
Update on LIFE Runner Joanna Webster and her baby boy. Please keep her and loved ones in your prayers.
Please see below
Well, I am now 22 1/2 weeks along and it has been very rough road. I have been on modified bed rest for 3 weeks (initially because of heavy bleeding and now because of more heavy bleeding and contractions). I have diagnosed with sub chorionic hematoma. The heavy bleeding can cause premature rupture of membranes and preterm labor. The doctors are hoping for us to get to 28 weeks…unfortunately as of now, nothing can be done but rest and lots of water. We are taking things day by day and then week by week. We pray for 28 weeks… Survival of a 24 week baby is 50% and by 28 weeks it is 80%. Thanks for your prayers!
Joanna
Becky Gregory says:
Friday, October 28, 2011 at 4:57pm
LIFE Runner Joanna Webster gave birth to her beautiful son Benjamin Michael Webster at 24 weeks. Please keep Benjamin and his family in your prayers. He is a fighter and is blessed to have such a loving family.
Sue Peters says:
Sunday, October 9, 2011 at 2:16pm
Prayig for safe travel this week for all as they travel to KC for the marathon. For the mission to end abortion will move closer to the finish line as the runners cross the finish line too. That hearts will be changed because of the message we will share through the many prayers being said, our witnessing and our logoed gear some one may read. Save the babies Lord….please.
Pat Castle says:
Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at 12:31pm
Dear Friends: We have a prayer request from a friend of the Alpha Center. She has asked for prayers for a friend of hers in Missouri who has an abortion scheduled today. The girl’s boyfriend is pressuring her into an abortion. Please pray today that this woman will choose life. Mary, Mother of Life, Pray for Us! St. Francis of Assisi, Pray for Us!
In Christ’s Love,
Kelly J. Benson, Esq.
Co-Director, Office of Marriage, Family & Respect Life
Legal Counsel & Lobbyist
Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls
Sue Peters says:
Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 8:44pm
Praying for all the LIFE runners and prayer partners – that as we head to KC we will be able to touch a heart and save a baby…..or a thousand babies!
Pat Castle says:
Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 5:34pm
Jeff Gross has a cousin (Matt) who is dying from alcoholism…may only have a few days to live. Please join us in praying for healing and peace for Matt and his family. Our Father…, Hail Mary…, Come Holy Spirit.
Sue Peters says:
Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 8:41pm
Praying that Jesus is holding Matt and the entire family close as He calls Matt home.
Pat Castle says:
Friday, September 30, 2011 at 7:58am
VATICAN CITY, 30 SEP 2011 (VIS) – Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for October is: “That the terminally ill may be supported by their faith in God and the love of their brothers and sisters”.
His mission intention is: “That the celebration of World Mission Day may foster in the People of God a passion for evangelisation with the willingness to support the missions with prayer and economic aid for the poorest Churches”.
Pat Castle says:
Sunday, September 25, 2011 at 7:50am
LIFE Runner Joanna Webster is having complications with her pregnancy. She is about 20 weeks along. Please pray for her and her baby boy. Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be…Come Holy Spirit.
Sue Peters says:
Sunday, September 25, 2011 at 5:20pm
Praying….send an update when you get one please.
Sue Peters says:
Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 6:53am
Please turn up your prayers for JP (and family) JP was moved to PICU last night….more monitoring and observation because he likely has another blood clot. More tests this morning.
Pat Castle says:
Thursday, September 1, 2011 at 10:07pm
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for September is: “That all teachers may know how to communicate love of the truth and instill authentic moral and spiritual values”. His mission intention is: “That the Christian communities of Asia may proclaim the Gospel with fervour, witnessing to its beauty with the joy of faith”.
Andrea Struble says:
Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at 7:17am
I have two natural and two by marriage daughters who have chosen to give birth out of wedlock. I would not have wanted them to do any else but give life. My prayer is that they would come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. I also pray they would bring up their children in the fear and admonition of the Lord. Ty
Elizabeth Lorenz says:
Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at 6:51pm
Please pray for Emily the infant niece of my friend, Amy. She was diagnosed with a fatal congenital illness before she was born. Her parents are pro-life Catholics. Please pray for their family as they go through this difficult time.
God bless you. Thank you.
Maureen Rogers says:
Monday, August 15, 2011 at 10:34pm
My husband Jim’s Mom, Gene Rogers, died suddenly last week at her home in Gardnerville, Nevada. We live in Colorado Springs and Jim drove for 2 days to get there. I know that he would like to have a Mass of the Resurrection and a Catholic burial for her. His brother and sister-in-law would just like to have some kind of service and then scatter her ashes in the forest. I know that God holds Gene is His arms no matter what happens, but please keep Jim and our family in your prayers. Thank you, Maureen
Laura says:
Monday, July 25, 2011 at 11:39am
Please pray for me as I am down hearted today. I will be going w/ my family to SD on Thurs morn and traveling to N. MN on Aug 5 until Aug 7 to go through my dad’s belongings. He shot and killed himself last year on July 3rd; he was in a contract for deed agreement w/ my step sister and husband. They told my dad ‘No deal!’ after the contract was signed and recorded. Dad killed himself. The step sister and husband deny that the ‘No deal’ ever happened and are going through w/ the cfd w/ my stepmom who has short term memory loss from a previous brain anerisum. To my knowledge, they still are NOT holding up to all the stipulations in the cfd….not paying around $1,200 more money each month. All this said, to ask for prayer as I go w/ my sister, who hasn’t been to the Lake where Dad died yet since his death; she was due to have her baby and wasn’t able to go to his funeral. It will be hard, but thanks be to God that Jesus will be there w/ us. My sister, Brenda is not deep w/ Jesus, if she has Him at all. My stepmom, Debbie, does have JESUS thankfully. Please pray for peace, safe travel, and opportunities to share what Jesus has done in our lives and to be of help to Debbie while we are there. Thank you so much, God bless all of you and your efforts for Christ and the Gospel, Laura
Andrea Struble says:
Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at 7:24am
I am so sorry for your loss. We struggle greatly when a loved one dies at their own hands. I am asking God to comfort you. I am asking God for His provision of grace and peace to handle these circumstances. I am asking God for forgiveness and long-suffering. We may not see justice but we can display God’s love to all. Forgive them father for they know not what to do, God bless you and yours!
Petition for infant, Koal says:
Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 9:56am
Peggy and Carol earlier requested prayers for my pre-born grandson… child of Kerry and Adam S. Koal has since been born (on May 4, 2011) and at one week underwent his first open heart surgery. Thanks be to God and to all of you the miracle occured and that surgery was successful. We praise God and we thank all of you but ask that prayers also continue. Koal will need a number more miracles as the next few weeks or months go by. His heart defects were far more profound than first thought during pregnancy. Although his first surgery was successful in allowing our darling boy to live, his pediatric cardiologists are presently not sure what to do next and are in consultation nationwide with other cardiologists to combine expertise. A decision on what the next open heart surgery should be is needed and prayers for that and for the surgeons who will perform it are necessary. Prayers for our little Koal are so needed…as they are for his parents, kerry and adam, and all his loving family. The first miraculous surgery was temporary only … the next will be far more serious and complicated and it is likely this baby will end up eventually needing a transplant. We pray to God, the Great Healer, to look upon this tiny life and bless him in His compassion and mercy with all that the baby needs, all the wisdom and skill of his drs, and the strength and continued faiith of Kerry and Adam and the rest of the family. Thank you all and bless all of you as well . Katie Baldwin
hurting says:
Monday, June 27, 2011 at 11:11am
Please pray for my strength to break out of a cycle of abuse. Please pray for protection and provision for my sweet children & I.
edith berry says:
Friday, June 3, 2011 at 12:02am
Pray for Martha, 48 year old mother of an adult daughter with Muscular Dytrophy. Martha has diabeties, has fallen several times and broken various bones. The latest is fallen off her deck 2 feet and broke both her ankles. She has been moved from the hospital to a nursing home for therapy It’s only temporary while she heals. Her meds have gotten messed up going to several differnt doctors. And now for a day and half she has not had any of her depression medicine, which causes more stress and then messes up her blood sugar levels. I have never seen her this depressed.. thanks for your prayers for Martha her daughter and Marthas mother allso that bear this burden.
Sara Vetch says:
Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 8:26pm
Please pray for the surgeon, nurses and staff that will be performing my ACL reconstruction tomorrow, May 26th @ 8:30 am…and maybe me too! I want to run for life in KC!!!!!
Pat Castle says:
Thursday, May 26, 2011 at 6:06am
God morning, Sara – we are praying for a blessed surgery and quick healing…come Holy Spirit…LIFE Runners! coach Pat (Jer 1:5)
edith berry says:
Monday, May 23, 2011 at 4:04am
Pray for my husband family in Arkansas, (me too)–My brother-in-law Byron passed away on Saturday. He was 46 years old , and had down syndrome
hurting says:
Monday, May 16, 2011 at 7:08am
Please pray for my children and I. My husband has taken me off of our joint bank account. I am a stay-at-home-mom and am just so lost right now.
Susan K Peters says:
Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 6:57pm
I am praying…Nana to 8 grandtreasurers. I have also added you to our prayer chain at our church. I am so thankful you reached out to the LIFE Runners and partners. We are here for you.
Carol Nesbitt says:
Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 10:44am
Prayers requested for my cousin, Kerry, who is delivering a baby today with at least 4-5 holes in his little heart and his condition is very serious. They’ve already named him Koalton and I know they’d appreciate prayers from anyone willing! He’ll need surgery in the next few days and several surgeries after that. She and her husband, Adam, are very faith-filled people, but will need every ounce of support they can get! Thank you!
Sue Peters says:
Monday, April 25, 2011 at 6:30am
For JP and Rebekah that God would grant both of them a miracle of healing. Also for my son-in-law Tony as he prays about his decision to participate with the LIFE Runners in KC
Susan K Peters says:
Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 7:00pm
Thank you for answered prayers. Tony is participating in the 1/2 marathon. Rebekah is home and doing well. JP is still inpatient but has had some great days…..wonderful memories have been made the last few weeks. He is not feelling well at all and tomorrow is his 11th birthday. That is a blessing as we almost lost him again a few weeks ago to a medication reaction. Please pray he will feel well enough to celebrate his birthday tomorrow.
Susan K Peters says:
Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 4:22pm
Thank you Lord….you have answered my prayer. We have our 100th runner before Easter….on the eve of Easter Triduum! That is another sign to me that we are on the right path! Christine Auxier is our 100th runner from our 17th state – MI. Christine thank you for searching for us….for wanting to run a marathon to raise money to end abortion. You found it in the LIFE Runners!
Sue Peters says:
Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 6:02pm
Please pray for Anonymous who shared, “We just suffered an early miscarriage and are hopeful that it was a somewhat natural occurrence and that God will grant us the grace and blessing of having a family we would appreciate the prayers of the Prayer Warriors.”
Valerie Johnson says:
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 7:43am
Please pray for the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC), the people who they newly elected to serve in leadership positions, and those who have stepped down from leadership poistions within that organization.
Edith Berry says:
Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at 7:09am
Pray for all in the desert that have givern in to temptation and given up even trying to be holy any more.
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, April 4, 2011 at 6:35am
God is nudging me….pray that I will be able to trust totally and be an obedient servant.
Pat Castle says:
Thursday, March 31, 2011 at 3:29pm
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for April is: “That through its compelling preaching of the Gospel, the Church may give young people new reasons for life and hope”. His mission intention is: “That by proclamation of the Gospel and the witness of their lives, missionaries may bring Christ to those who do not yet know Him”.
Ann Schaefbauer says:
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 9:56am
Prayers for the repose of the soul of Scott Schoppert, age 48, who died last week after a lengthy battle with cancer. Also, please pray for God’s comfort and peace for his wife, Cindy, and their four young sons, Matthew, John, Paul, and Christian – as well as his parents and sisters and extended family!
Sue Peters says:
Sunday, March 27, 2011 at 9:33pm
Praying for Tom as he trains for and then runs his ultramarathon of 40 miles on April 10th in Philidelphia in honor of Archbishop Ryan. Tom will be raising money for the school. Lord – help Toms body to endure and allow him to bring awareness to many through his efforts while raising money for the school.
Steve Castle says:
Sunday, March 27, 2011 at 5:12pm
Please pray for comfort and peace for the Moon family today. They lost Michael Allen at less than 2 weeks old. He stopped breathing this morning and died soon after getting to the hospital. The family is devastated. ~ Romans 12:12
Edith Berry says:
Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 3:58pm
My son Lennart has neurological testing from 9-4 on Friday. I am all shook up. Having a hard time trusting God. Need prayers thanks on my way to Fargonow and won’t check computer until late sunday or Monday
Stephanie Spader says:
Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 9:25am
Please pray for our daughter, Rebekah, 5. She’s currently hospitalized in the PICU with a respiratory bug similar to RSV (Human Metopnuemo Virus). For those of you that don’t know, Rebekah and JP Peters are cousins and both have HSAN and Immune Deficiency. These “bugs” are harder on them than the typical child. Praying for a quick recovery. http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/spaderfamily Thanks so much. +JMJ+
Pam says:
Monday, March 21, 2011 at 12:20pm
I just received a phone call that someone I know through a friend is going to have an abortion on Wednesday as she is pregnant by a married man. Please pray with me that her heart will change, her pain will ease and that she may be guided to chose life for this child!
Edith Berry says:
Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 9:14pm
Got a call from a former retreatant of Rachel’s Vineyard and she ask that I pass this on for prayer. Her friend has had one abortion and is pregnant again and seriously thinking about abortion again. You know how to pray. thanks
Edith Berry says:
Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 8:08pm
My Rachels’Vineyard friend called me back again today after hearing from her friend which couldn’t tell her the whole story for some reason before. The woman had the abortion two months ago and today talked like it was no big deal.. O God help her in the pain she has that puts her into this denial!! Please continue to pray. Thanks.
Gloria Schmidt says:
Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 6:22am
Please pray for my elderly mother who is in the hospital. She fell last Friday and they cannot, as yet, find the cause of her not being able to put weight on her leg. Luckily, there are no visible fractures. Please pray that they find the cause and that they are able to treat the problem and release her from their care. Thank you!
Pat Castle says:
Monday, March 14, 2011 at 9:29am
TELEGRAM FROM THE POPE FOR VICTIMS OF EARTHQUAKE IN JAPAN: “Deeply saddened by the sudden and tragic effects of the major earthquake and consequent tsunamis which have struck Japan’s north-eastern coastal regions, His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI assures all who have been afflicted of his closeness at this difficult time. He prays for those who have died, and upon their grieving families and friends he invokes divine blessings of strength and consolation. The Holy Father also expresses his prayerful solidarity with all those providing rescue, relief and support to the victims of this disaster”.
Maria McKnight says:
Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 9:07am
Just praying for the informed consent bill going to the state senate floor today. Praying for protection for those standing up for LIFE that they may be bold in their vote today. Praying for those who are unsure, that they may be encouraged to see the light and LIFE in this bill and especially praying for those who want to vote no and don’t want to protect women, that they may have someone in their life today that will show them the LOVE of our LORD, and bless them in a small way, so they will come to see that when you do something for the least of His, you do it for Him.
Pat Castle says:
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 10:59am
Pope Benedict’s mission prayer intention for March is: “That the Holy Spirit may give light and strength to those in many regions of the world who are persecuted and discriminated against because of the Gospel”.
Edith Berry says:
Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 10:06am
Please pray for my step children-Mike,Brenda and Randy. They have lots of bitterness over their father who died in 2001. I was their fathers second wife. There is much legitimate angry there but pray they can some how to let it go and be free. I periodically hear from them, usually when a bad memory rears it’s ugly head. Thanks.
shantelle says:
Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 11:10am
asking prayer for my friends Becca & Bobby Ricardson. They recently went to a sonogram appointment to find that their baby was not alive. She was 10 wks. This is their third miscarriage. They have been trying very hard to get pregnant for a couple of years now. They need prayer that they will be able t get pregnant again, as well as carry baby to full term. This last time was the farthest they got, they were able to se baby and hear a heartbeat only a few weeks before. That is why it is so hard. Every baby is a person. Thank you so much.
shantelle castle (steve and pat’s niece)
Edith Berry says:
Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 6:55am
Dr. Nathansom died Monday Feb 21–Thank You God for conversion. Dr. Nathanson’s story shows the miracle of conversion. And thank You God for the work You did in his life, may he find eternal rest in You, having fully experience the miracle of forgiveness. Story found on NCRegister.com
Peggy says:
Friday, February 18, 2011 at 11:05pm
Dear friends, I have another prayer request involving a cousin, He fell from a ladder over a year ago…and slowly began to lose his balance, slur his speech, etc. Doctors have now diagnosed him as having a form of hydrocephalius, caused by a blow to the head when he fell. He most likely will be having a shunt put in to drain the fluids from his head and relieve pressure on his brain. This is a serious situation, and I know that your prayers will help. Thank you so much.
Edith Berry says:
Friday, February 18, 2011 at 5:56pm
I have permission to pass on prayer requests from our Health Resources Life CareCenter in Fergus Falls Mn.–Please continue to pray. The client didn’t show up for her appointment. When we called her she said she didn’t need to come in she had an appointment next week to “have it taken care of”.
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, February 14, 2011 at 6:27am
A friend shared with me this weekend that her unmarried daughter is expecting. Definitley an unplanned pregnancy but not an unwanted baby. Mama just still needs to figure out her own life. Please pray for Mama, baby and Daddy as they all grow in their faith and work thru many many decisions these next 8 months before baby joins this world.
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, February 14, 2011 at 6:20am
Lord forge the way for me please.
Aunt Kay Castle says:
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at 8:46am
Dear Family of Castle’s:
Please pray for your cousin and my dear friend, Vernon Farnum. As you know he is making his transition from this life to the Lord God in Heaven to be with his family. His journey has been an extraordinary one wtih me this past year during his failing health but I shall never forget. “I have carved you in the palms of my hands, I shall never forget you. My journey began 37 years ago while I was in the Navy with my cousin…he has been my faithful friend since. Yet, I believe he will ever will be with me. So I ask the faithful in the Devotions to pray for my cousin so he will pass away peacefully with the ones he loves the most. Remember me too, as I am losing a dear friend once more in my life.
Pat Castle says:
Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at 9:04pm
I thank God for our time with cousin Vernon when stationed at McClellan AFB in Sacramento (1996-1997). I had been meaning to stop by his home for months…when the base was let out early on Good Friday, I decided it was time. Our friendship led us to RCIA that Fall…a faith journey that brought us both closer to God. When the time comes, I pray Vernon accepts God’s invitation to return home…
Kathy Castle says:
Friday, February 11, 2011 at 12:13pm
Dear Kay, We hold a very special spot in our hearts for Vernon.
prayerfully, Kathy
Beth O'Connor says:
Monday, February 7, 2011 at 8:26pm
Please pray for my dad, Dick English, who will be undergoing open heart surgery on Thursday, 2/17 for a mitral valve, aortic valve and aortic root replacement. Thanks for your prayers!
Pat Castle says:
Monday, February 7, 2011 at 8:43pm
Beth, I just offered up this prayer to our Alpha and Omega God. Please keep us updated by using the reply button on this prayer request. Peace be with you and your family!
Kathy Castle says:
Friday, February 11, 2011 at 12:11pm
Dear Beth (Bev, Barb, Theresa, Dan too), How proud your Dad is of all of you and those grandchildren! It has been a privilege to work with your father the past 15 years. He’s a man who walks the talk, a Christian in actions. At Augustana, he was always ready to help students and colleagues. Our sons Dan and Steve were beneficiaries of his academic talents, kindness and storytelling Heartfelt prayers from the Castle family to the English family for your Dad’s speedy recovery, sincerely, Kathy and Joe
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, February 14, 2011 at 6:21am
Added Dick to my prayers Beth.
Pat Castle says:
Sunday, February 6, 2011 at 10:36am
LIFE Group member/runner Doug Young is deployed for a few more months. Let’s pray for him, his family, and all those in harms way…for ProLife and Peace!
Susan K Peters says:
Friday, February 4, 2011 at 8:13am
Please pray for JoAnne, she is the aunt of my friend Jeanne. JoAnne has just been diagnosed with cancer. Jeanne is a new LIFE Group Devotions prayer partner.
Sue Peters says:
Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at 2:05pm
Please turn up the prayers for JP…he will be under going some proceedures tomorrow Wed Feb 2nd. Also for Stephanie as she is dealing with a lot of back pain right now. Praying to that we have our 100 Runners for the KC race signed on by Easter.
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, February 14, 2011 at 6:24am
JP came thru his tests with flying colors….we still don’t have answers but no new thnings to deal with, Stephanie’s back is much improved too. Thank you for the prayers.
Stephanie Spader says:
Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 9:29am
My back is much better but still not good. My knee however is worse – PT said to see an ortho soon. Frustrating but thankful I can still move :0) Prayers continue for JP…always praying for a miracle – God’s will! +JMJ+
Pat Castle says:
Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at 8:48am
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for February is: “That all may respect the family and recognise it for its unmatched contribution to the advancement of society”. His mission intention is: “That Christian communities may witness to the presence of Christ in serving those who suffer from disease in those mission territories where the fight against disease is most urgent”.
Carol Nesbitt says:
Monday, January 31, 2011 at 9:02am
Prayers please for two moms-to-be. First, Mandi is 25 weeks along and has an infection and preterm labor. As of last night, things have settled down a bit, but it has been a difficult pregnancy so far. Prayers that moving forward, everything goes smoothly.
Also – prayers requested for Kerry S and Adam. They just found out their baby boy in the womb has no less than five serious heart defects. If he survives the pregnancy, he will most likely need several different heart surgeries, which may come as soon as immediately following his birth. It’s a scary road ahead. Prayers for peace and strength for Kerry and Adam, and for wisdom for the doctors to be able to address the baby’s many problems. Thank you!
Sue Peters says:
Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at 2:07pm
These are not little issues…..prayers are being sent up Carol.
Edith Berry says:
Friday, January 28, 2011 at 8:07am
Pray for my step-grandson Joseph- Yesterday he put a nail through his foot, broke his finger and bumped his elbow. Don’t know if he was working or what? Just recently connected with him on facebook.
Pat Castle says:
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 7:00pm
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, traditionally celebrated every year from 18 to 25 January, begins today.
18 January: The Church in Jerusalem.
19 January: Many Members in One Body.
20 January: Devotion to the Apostles’ Teaching Unites Us.
21 January: Sharing, an Expression of Our Unity.
22 January: Breaking the Bread in Hope.
23 January: Empowered to Action in Prayer.
24 January: Living in Resurrection Faith.
25 January: Called for the Service of Reconciliation
Peggy says:
Monday, January 17, 2011 at 1:25pm
I would like to ask the Life Group to pray for my neice, Kerry and her preborn baby boy. She is at seven months and has learned that the baby has serious heart defects that could even be fatal to him. She will be seeing a pediatric cardiologist in early February to see what he can determine. She and her husband have great faith that God will hear our prayers for her precious baby. We know that God does miracles, so please let us ask him. Thank you so much.
Carol Nesbitt says:
Monday, January 31, 2011 at 9:04am
Realized that Peggy had already requested prayers for the baby of Kerry and Adam. This is the same Kerry and Adam!
Sue Peters says:
Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at 2:09pm
Sending up prayers Peggy.
Peggy says:
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 12:48pm
My niece, and Carol’s cousin, has been to the cardiologist and had more tests. The baby has Tetrology of Fallot and other problems involving blood vessals supplying the lungs. There will need to be surgeries following his birth, and there could be further problems unknown until he is born. So prayers are truely needed for this little guy and for his devoted and loving parents. It will be a long and difficult journey ahead. God bless you for your concern and especially for your prayers. God listens!! Peggy
Edith Berry says:
Monday, January 17, 2011 at 6:15am
In Dec I asked for prayers for a 16 year old girl whos Knights of Columbus father took her to have an abortion. This weekend I got an up date that the girls mother has now been told and the 16 year old will be attending a Rachel’s Vineyard retreat in March. Pray that there will be enough signed up to have a retreat and the right combination of people will there to minister to the retreatants. There will be on going prayers needed for this family as the parents have to deal with their part in all this too. I also heard there are some mental illness issues in he family. So much prayer is needed.
Nellie Edwards says:
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 2:59pm
The Darkhorse 3rd Batallion is under seige and have suffered heavy loss of life in recent weeks. This, in Afghanistan. Please storm Heaven on behalf of this brave group of soldiers and their families. I did check on this before sending. I also ask prayers for attendees of the Annual March for LIFE in DC. I will be going and hoping God’s grace will move the media to give it much better coverage than usual. Lastly, buy Abbey Johnson’s groundbreaking book, just out; unPLANNED!!
Vicki says:
Friday, January 7, 2011 at 9:58pm
Please pray for my great nephew Koby who will have surgery in Minneapolis on Sunday morning to remove a mass between his lung and esophogus. He is not even a month old.
Pat Castle says:
Saturday, January 8, 2011 at 10:15am
Vicki, I will offer up healing prayers during my marathon training run on Sunday. Please keep us posted (with “reply”)…
Vicki says:
Sunday, January 9, 2011 at 3:47pm
Thanks, Pat! I really appreciate that!
Vicki says:
Sunday, January 9, 2011 at 3:48pm
Thanking God for answered prayers! Koby’s surgery was very successful! It was cancer, but they got it all and he won’t need further treatment.
Vicki says:
Monday, January 10, 2011 at 7:43pm
More prayers are desperately needed for my great nephew, Koby! The surgeon didn’t think any more treatment would be needed, but that’s not necessarily the case. He will have more tests this week to see if the cancer is anywhere else in his body.
Susan K Peters says:
Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 8:09am
Prayers for Koby and the entire family.
Vicki says:
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 7:17pm
Prayers were answered for Koby, my great nephew. He will need no further treatments and was able to come home Sun. night!
Pat Castle says:
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 7:21pm
Thanks for the Good News…Amen!
Pat Castle says:
Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at 9:36pm
Pope Benedict’s general prayer intention for January 2011 is: “That young people may learn to use modern means of social communication for their personal growth and to better prepare themselves to serve society”. His mission intention is: “That every believer in Christ may be conscious that unity among all Christians is a condition for more effective proclamation of the Gospel”.
edith says:
Sunday, January 2, 2011 at 2:09pm
Prayers are needed for my friend Carol who is a vulnerable adult. Living situation is not good. She has an appointment on Tuesday about moving out of where she is. I will wait until after that to see what transpires to take the next step of possibly asking for a welfare check. I’ve known her and her brother all our lives we grew up together. I feel an uneasiness but also feel I can wait until Tuesday, this will give her time to self advocate which she is capable off. Thank you all for your prayers!
rose says:
Friday, December 31, 2010 at 5:26pm
My stepfather was admitted to ICU on Christmas Eve and due to the terrible snowstorm that hit the area on Sunday, had no visitors Sunday, Monday or Tuesday. He has now contracted Staph Pneumonia and is not expected to live much longer. I’m asking for prayer that his daughter arrive in time to say good-bye and for strength for my mother.
Pat Castle says:
Friday, December 31, 2010 at 5:34pm
Rose, you are a good daughter…prayers.
Steve Castle says:
Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 8:37pm
Prayers of Thanksgiving that a mother who was heavily pressured to have an abortion just before Christmas chose life! God is good!
Filomena Smolenski says:
Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at 8:28am
Please pray for Katherine and Anders Burgman who just lost their 10 day old baby boy (Anders John). Baby “Jack” was discovered dead in his crib at 6:30 am yesterday. Despite their youth, his parents have worked in the pro-life movement for many years; she was the Executive Director of our local crisis pregnancy center. Please pray that God will give them peace and consolation during this tragic time. Thank you.
Susan Peters says:
Saturday, December 25, 2010 at 12:44pm
In thanksgiving for JP being able to be home for a few hours last night. For Jesus to continue to hold JP close as his health issues continue. Prayers for healing Rebekah as she was admitted today – stomach flu that led her to crisis for several days.
Susan K Peters says:
Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 8:51am
Lord so many people are hurting/struggling for many various reasons. Draw them closer to you. My prayer is they will choose to follow you and be blessed with comfort and peace.
Denise says:
Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 6:54am
Please pray for our son Toby. He lost his job and now needs to decide on going back to school or looking seriously for a job. His finances are awful. First and foremost, Toby needs the Lord back in his life.
Christy Hubka says:
Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at 7:08am
We are writing to ask for prayers for the Podraza family. Our good friend Jeff and his two, daughters (Jordyn-12 & Taylor-10) died in a tragic car accident in Nebraska on Saturday on the way to see family. Kelly, the girls’ mother and Jeff’s ex-wife, was in New York when the accident occurred. Jordyn and Taylor are her only children. Both girls attended St. Wenceslaus Catholic School and where in the 7th & 5th grades. As you can imagine, she is completely devastated as are Jeff’s parents as they will have to bury their only son (they have an older daughter) and their only grandchildren. Prayers are also needed for Kris, Jeff’s girlfriend, of four years. The wake for the girls was last night (Tuesday) and the funeral is today (Wednesday) in Omaha. Jeff’s wake is tonight in Columbus and the funeral will be tomorrow (Thursday). Ladd and I are just heartbroken that we cannot be there. Please say as many prayers for everyone who has been blessed to know this family. It is going to be a tough 48 hours. Thank you!
BTW, there are links below to the most recent news coverage in Omaha.
Christy & Ladd
News 2 new results for jeff podraza
School Grieves Over 3 Crash Victims
KETV Omaha
Jeff Podraza and his daughters Jordyn, 12, and Taylor, 10, were on their way to the girls’ great grandmother’s house when the crash happened. …
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Community Struggles with Loss of Girls, Father
WOWT
Jeff Podraza and his two daughters, 12-year-old Jordyn and 10-year-old Taylor, were killed in a crash Saturday, after their vehicle crossed the median and …
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Rose says:
Monday, December 20, 2010 at 6:58pm
I’m requesting prayer for my step-father, Burt Nelson. He is sick and stopped eating and drinking. He is 84 years old. He was in the hospital, was released to rehab and began to decline there. Can you please pray for his recovery? Thank you.
Pat Castle says:
Monday, December 20, 2010 at 8:02pm
Hi, Rose. I just prayed for him…will also include him in our family Rosary tomorrow night. Grace and peace be with you and your step-father…Amen.
rose says:
Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 5:22pm
Thank you Pat. I really appreciate it. Just spoke with my mother and my step-father spoke today. He was coherent, albeit weak. He drank some water and ate a few bites. He’s not well, but I’m thankful for any improvement.
Pat Castle says:
Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 10:58am
“In the light of what has happened, the Holy Father’s invitation – addressed on 1 December 2010 to all the Catholics of the world to pray for the Church in China which is going through a particularly difficult time – remains pressing”. http://visnews-en.blogspot.com/2010/12/communique-concerning-chinese-catholic.html
Sue Peters says:
Friday, December 17, 2010 at 12:13pm
Please pray that plans to build a new Witchita, KS Abortion mill will fail.
Shirley M. says:
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 4:26pm
My 85-year-old father, Al C., who goes out dancing twice a week, has been hospitalized for 11 days with a collasped lung and then pneumonia. Yesterday they placed a new chest tube . The first one “didn’t work”. If this one fails, too, they may have to do surgery to attach the lung to the rib.(?) He’s a man of faith, but not churched for the last 35+ years. Thank you for your prayers. Shirley
Carol Nesbitt says:
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 9:09am
Continued prayers requested for O’Gorman teacher Jen Leigh who has been hospitalized for more than two weeks with bacterial meningitis. She was very, very ill and is now slowly recovering, but doctors are now also concerned that an inactive brain tumor is now active, so once she recovers from the meningitis, she will need further treatment for the tumor. She is a wonderful chemistry teacher and is loved by the entire school community. Prayers are most appreciated!
Edith Berry says:
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 6:43am
Pray for a 16 yr old girl whos Knights of Columbus father took her to have an aborton and has not yet told her mother.The family has quit coming to Mass. There has been some contact between the girl and a former retreatant of Rachel’s Vineyard and her daughter. but now she is not reaching out for help now.
scastle says:
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 11:13am
Hi Edith,
Prayers in route…lots of spiritual warfare in this situation. Also sad to see a fellow Knight so out of line with the Church and and the mission of KoC. His daughters and lost grand daughter will feel this pain for the rest of their life. The Knights have done so much to help defend Life. Last year a group led by Rich (one of our authors, co-founder) raised money to buy an ultrasound machine for a crisis pregnancy center in Florida.
In Christ,
Steve
Romans 12:12
Edith Berry says:
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 4:37pm
This is for anyone that has read the original reguest.I finally heard today that the parish priest has been told of this situation by my friend from Rachel’s Vineyard and the youth director. Steve you are absolutely right–MUCH SPIRITUAL WARFARE. thank to all for a continual prayer for this family.
pcastle says:
Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at 6:34am
“Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.” Amen. (Lk 1:26-38)
pcastle says:
Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at 9:24pm
Pope Benedict: “That our personal experience of suffering may be an occasion for better understanding the situation of unease and pain which is the lot of many people who are alone, sick or aged, and stir us all to give them generous help.”
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, December 6, 2010 at 4:08pm
Thank you prayer warriors…..Jenna gets to go home with her Daddy!
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, December 6, 2010 at 9:48am
Jenna is a little girl taken from her Daddy…(who had custody)by her birth mother. Please keep her in your prayers.
Kathy Rutten says:
Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at 7:54am
Please pray for my sister, Kelly, and her husband, Kenny, and their new baby boy who was born last night. He is about 6 weeks early. So far things look good, however he is currently in the NICU being observed to make sure he can breath on his own, eat and maintain his body temperature. We are very excited to welcome this little guy to our family!
scastle says:
Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at 11:19am
Hi Kathy,
Prayers in route! “Come, Holy Spirit, Come…Lord Jesus, please send your healing grace upon your precious baby boy. We ask for a quick and full recovery as he continues to grow and develop. We specifically ask that you will strengthen his lungs, help him to eat and maintain his weight and body temperature. Bless his parents and family and comfort them in any fears or anxiety they may be experiencing at this time. Blessed Mother please wrap your mantle about Kelly, Kenny and their newborn son and intercede for his quick and full recovery. In Jesus’ name we pray.”
Susan K Peters says:
Monday, December 6, 2010 at 4:10pm
Been praying for Kelly and baby……talked to a proud Grandma and Grandpa at St Mary’s school program last Friday. Sounds like everyone is doing well.
Angi Castle says:
Monday, November 29, 2010 at 8:10pm
My friend Nicole Lariviere lost her battle with skin cancer: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/nicolelariviere/. I am blessed for having known her, and so are the students whose lives she touched. Please pray that God welcomes her home. Nicole-I miss you very much and hope to meet you again someday. Amen.
Alpha Center says:
Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at 1:52pm
Alpha Center Urgent Prayer Request! Please pray for a young woman who is scheduled for an abortion in the next 72 hours. She doesn’t want the abortion (she wants to place her child with an adoptive family) but her parents are forcing her to have the abortion. We are pursuing all legal avenues to support her but prayer can change her parents hearts! Thank you!
lori libby says:
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at 10:24am
I ask your prayers for Debbie Lafferty and her family. They have been dealing with Chronic illness for some time. Now the end is near. Giver her and her family the love and strength that only comes for our Lord as she transitions from this life to the next.
Rich Reich says:
Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at 6:38pm
Prayer submitted for Sara Ragan:
Bill Ragan’s grandmother passed away yesterday. O Lord, grant those who have died the joy of Your Presence, and us who are living the happiness of knowing this. Amen.
Eric says:
Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at 10:07pm
A prayer of thanksgiving for Life Group!
Lori Libby says:
Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at 8:12pm
A prayer request for my husband Bob and my daughter Patty. Both are very bright people who are finding school very challenging. Give them the faith in God that with Him there is nothing they cannot do for the glory of God.
pcastle says:
Sunday, November 14, 2010 at 10:10am
Our Prayers: Pray to end abortion, Alpha Center, Peters family (JP), Rich Reich (cousin Tom cancer), Carolyn McKissack (daughter Karen’s health), Kathy Schwab (5 yr old Dalton cancer), Jamie Simpson (special intention), Rob Rysavy (Adam Rogers mission trip), Angi Castle (Nicole’s cancer)
Kathy Schwab says:
Friday, December 10, 2010 at 10:14am
Thank You ALL so very much for your continued Prayers, for 5 yr old Dalton, who is fighting cancer.
Also, Just this week, a little 9yr old, friend of mine, Malia, died after battling kidney cancer for 6 months!!! Please Pray for her Family .
Sincerely,
Kathy
Kimberly Martinez says:
Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 11:27am
From Alpha Center on Tues – With permission from our clients, we are requesting prayer for a women who started the chemical abortion procedure yesterday but after a visit to the Alpha Center changed her mind! She started a high dose of hormones to counteract the damaging effects of the chemical abortion. Please join us in prayer that this child will be saved and be born healthy! We will keep you updated! Thank you!
Kimberly Martinez says:
Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 11:28am
At this point, we were able to get her in to a specialist. Tests and ultrasound showed baby is still alive and has a strong heartbeat. Momma is feeling pretty rough but hanging in there. The doctor said its a waiting game now. God’s hand is mighty and I really belive He is revealing Himself to the mother through this. Thanks for continuing to pray!
pcastle says:
Friday, November 5, 2010 at 6:14pm
A Thanksgiving Prayer for us getting close to the website marathon finish line…blessings for our combined efforts to build this tool to help us make straight the way for the Lord…for ProLife!