Prayer For – Alice McFadden and family

[Larry Whitehead]

Prayer – Gram from the First Presbyterian Church of Redding

 Serving Christ & Community since November 17, 1878

 145 Years in Redding, California

 

In a world filled with chaos,

we pray because prayer is the antidote to anxiety

 There simply is no greater work, no greater calling,

 no greater ministry than that of intercessory prayer.

 

 May 20, 2024 (2024-35)

Requested by – Linda Adams

For – Alice McFadden and family

Prayer for – Alice McFadden, the Director of SEACM, has been undergoing dialysis and has been in the hospital for several weeks. She has just been taken off dialysis and placed on comfort care. Her husband is with her, and their son is on his way.

Please pray for an easy passage from this earth to our Father in heaven who is waiting for her with open arms. Pray for Alice's family during this passage and the sad times beyond.

Alice has spent many years working in the SEACM office at our church and in the community helping those from other countries become citizens of our country.  Please pray for her assistant, Alejandra Beltran, who will soon be certified by the government to continue Alice's work.


Thank you,
Linda A.

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Mathew 18: 19-20

 "Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven.

For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them."

 

1 Corinthians 15:57

 "Thanks be to God. He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ"

Billy Graham once said, "God Himself is the power that makes prayer work."

"The three most important things you can do are ... pray ... pray ... pray." —Billy Graham

Grace to you and peace, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ

Past prayer requests can be viewed at:

http://groups.googlecom/group/fpcr_prayer_list

The last few prayer requests were:

 

May 15, 2024 (2024-34)

Requested by – Jacky Gregore

For – Shannon

Prayer for – Yesterday a young woman, named Shannon, attempted suicide in the Costco women's restroom.  She was found in time to save her life, which is a praise.  Prayers for this young woman, that Jesus would speak to her and heal her, that she gets the support and she needs going forward. Prayers for the 3 managers who responded and administered first aid until paramedics arrived. Prayers for so many who battle depression for what ever reason.

Thank you,

Jacky G

 

 

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May 13, 2024 (2024-33)

Requested by – Mary Goss

For – The family of Charles Emley

Prayer for – Thank you so much for praying for Charles Emley, my dear friend Dianne’s husband, who was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in February of this year.   After a brief battle with his illness, Charles went home to be with the Lord this Thursday, May 9.  He did not handle his second round of chemotherapy well and was hospitalized, taken off chemo, and sent home after a few days under hospice care.  He passed peacefully at home and without too much discomfort, in the presence of his wife, Dianne, and a wonderful, caring Christian caregiver. 

Thanks again for all of your prayers. 

 Mary Goss

 

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May 2, 2024 (2024-32)

Requested by – Jeanie Holt

For – (Update) Ron and Cathie Burns

Prayer for – Cathie has asked for prayer as they received devastating news that Ron’s youngest son passed away suddenly last Sunday. His wife and 14-year old daughter were present at the time. Please keep Ron, Cathie, and the son’s family in your prayers for peace and strength to get through this time, especially considering Ron’s current health situation.  

Cathie’s knee replacement surgery takes place on Monday, May 6th. If all goes well, she should be released on Tuesday. She is working diligently to arrange caregiving coverage for Ron as well as many other details. He is to have a non-emergency, routine hemoglobin transplant tomorrow which should hopefully be his last appointment until she is able to drive again. He has shown some minor improvement from last week, and they are treasuring this time together. Please pray that she will have peace of mind that all will be well while she has this surgery, and that she can get some much-needed rest.

 

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April 27, 2024 (2024-31)

Requested by – Jerry Janssen

For – (Update) Ron and Cathie Burns

Prayer for – Continued prayers for Ron and Cathie Burns. Ron is experiencing some severe medical issues with possible hospitalizations. Cathie is hoping her planned knee surgery can be done. 

 

Jerry Janssen

 

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April 10, 2024 (2024-26A)

Requested by – Joan Tornai

For – (Update) Ron and Cathie Burns

Prayer for – Ron Burns was not admitted to the hospital. He faces ongoing medical challenges. Please keep Cathie and Ron in your prayers.

Thank you,

Joan Tornai

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April 9, 2024 (2024-26)

Requested by – Joan Tornai

For – Ron and Cathie Burns

Prayer for – I would like to request prayer for Ron and Cathie Burns.

Cathie Burns husband, Ron, is experiencing ongoing health issues and will probably be hospitalized today, Tuesday. Please keep Ron and Cathie in your prayers.

Thank you.

Joan Tornai

 

 

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April 18, 2024 (2024-30)

Requested by – Jacky Gregore

For – I am asking for prayer for myself

Prayer for – After really good response to the medication I am on, it has stopped working.  Rather than put me on new meds which have the potential for more significant side effects, we are upping the dosage of my current med. The doctor is concerned as some of the other blood issues that generally respond back to normal ranges have not for me.  I am asking for prayer first that I stand firm in faith and am not discouraged, then wisdom for the doctors, and that my body would respond to the increased dosage with minimum side effects.

Thank you so much and blessing on each of you.

Jacky G.

 

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April 17, 2024 (2024-28)

Requested by – Jacky Gregore

For – Jacky’s sister-in-law Maxine

Prayer for – Maxine has just completed treatment for early breast cancer.  She has just been told that she has a uterine tumor that is likely cancer and is to be scheduled for surgery.  Prayers for God to be in the middle of all of this giving wisdom to doctors and healing for Maxine.  Prayers for the whole family that they all draw closer in faith.

Thank you.

 

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April 16, 2024 (2024-27A)

Requested by – Jeanie Holt

For – (Update) Mary Onwiler

Prayer for – Mary underwent a successful lumpectomy procedure on April 4th for stage one breast cancer. Since that time she has undergone two more surgeries due to bleeding that occurred early Sunday morning; three within 10 days. At the moment, it appears the bleeding is under control, but her recovery is going slowly. She is still at Mercy but will eventually go to rehab. No visitors at this time. Your prayers and support are much appreciated.

 

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April 15, 2024 (2024-27)

Requested by – Jeanie Holt

For – Mary Onwiler

Prayer for – Mary has had a reaction to one of her meds causing internal bleeding around the site of her lumpectomy. She is at Mercy Hospital and will be undergoing surgery later tonight (April 14th) to correct the problem. Please pray for her and her care-giver, daughter Melody as they tackle this new phase of Mary’s cancer journey. Will be in the hospital at least through tomorrow (April 15th) depending on what they find.

 

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April 4, 2024 (2024-25A)

Requested by – Jeanie Holt

Update For – Mary Onwiler

Prayer for - Praise to the Father, that after a few delays this morning, Mary’s lumpectomy went well, and she is back at her home with her daughter Melody taking care of her.

She initially had a great deal of pain and was not responding to pain meds, but as of this evening, it appears to be under control. They are asking for prayers that this will continue, and she will have minimal discomfort.

 

Please pray for swift healing and good rest for both of them, as well as no complications due to Mary’s MS.   Visitors will be welcome in a couple of days but please call first.

 

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March 30, 2024 (2024-25)

Requested by – Jeanie Holt

For – Mary Onwiler

Prayer for – Mary Onwiler has been diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer and will be undergoing lumpectomy surgery  this Thursday, April 4th. Surgery time is not yet determined. 

Please pray that all goes well with the surgery and she has no issues occurring due to her MS. If all goes well she will go home later that same day. 

Please keep Mary, her care-givers granddaughter Kirstie, and daughter Melody (my Goddaughter) in your prayers for her recuperation.

Thank you, Jeanie.

 

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March 26, 2024 (2024-24)

Requested by – Jeanie Holt

For – Linda Adams

Prayer for – Good news!

PTL, she came through her surgery with no problems. Surgeon said it went “fantastic!”  She will remain in the hospital (UCSF) overnight and spend one night at her brother’s home in Rohnert Park. He will then bring her back to Redding on Thursday. Hallelujah…God is ever faithful. Thank you all for your prayers.

 

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March 25, 2024 (2024-23)

Requested by – Mary Goss

For – Charles E

Prayer for – Please pray for my friend Dianne’s husband, Charles E.  He has been diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer and is undergoing his first round of chemotherapy.  Dianne and Charles live in the Walnut Creek area.  They attended the Good Friday service at First Presbyterian Church last year when they were visiting us in Redding.

Your prayers are greatly appreciated.

 

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