Prayer Requests and Praise Reports

Prayer Requests and Praise Reports	Submitted by	Date
"If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves & pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from Heaven & will forgive their sin, & heal their land. II Chronicles 7:14
*God answers 'knee-mail' - have you sent Him any today?*



I would appreciate prayers for me this week as I prepare to travel the 6 hours to my Dad's in order to sort out the rest of Mom's things after her death last year. I will also be meeting my Dad's new wife. It's a tall order for a normal person, let alone have fibro and anxiety issues. I need physical, emotional and spiritual strength. I'm usually exhausted just packing, etc. before I even leave. Thank you in advance.	TriciaJ	5/14/12
UPDATE: The infection is gone- and so is my energy . I have been on antibiotics four this this year and am experiencing issues the frequent use of antibiotics- frequent fatigue, stomach upset and diarrhea all caused by overgrowth of Candida bacteria. I've put myself on a regimen of probiotics, and trying to stay away from sweets, eating a lot of fruit , vegetables and nuts. It will take some time. Pray for patience for me, discernment, as I had exercise and other things I things the Lord wants me to do as I get my system straightened out. I know this may sound silly, but I've been through it before! It's a matter of balance- in all area of life, spiritual, physical, mental. The Lord is really teaching me about myself, and what I need to do in various areas of my life. I am also trying to be more vigilant in praying for others in this chat room, and other prayer needs of which I am aware.	Ann_van	5/14/12
UPDATE: My dad continues to go downhill, fairly rapidly, with days that he doesn't want to do anything except stay in bed, then cannot sleep at night. My mom is exhausted as is my sister who is on duty through the night. Please pray for him to get his 'clock turned around' as we are trying to keep him up in the day so he will sleep better at night. Additionally, his legs are getting weaker and walking is becoming almost a danger some times. I have to take my mom to her doctor appointments on Tuesday and I determined I was not willing to take my dad with us -- something we always do -- because I am to concerned he will not be able to handle getting in and out of the vehicle. My mom is so tired and dealing with her diabetes, but she's been so strong through this. I ask for mercy and grace for all of us who are dealing with these issues. Additionally, I PRAISE GOD for the gal we were able to find and hire to come in and help us. She's been a perfect match and is very knowledgeable and helpful -- please pray that she will stay on even though we can only afford to have her a limited number of hours per week.	*Shep*	*5/14//12*
Our small church is having a day of prayer on Wednesday, May 16th, Our main focus is on our need for a new pastor. Something very promising has come up, but we still have hurdles to overcome and want the Lord's choice. Would you consider praying with us on that day? Our pastoral search/ministry team, led by my hubby, are overburdened because it's been 10½ months since our former pastor retired.	Beth	5/10/12
UPDATE: Thank you for praying for us as we adjust to my hubby's mild diabetes 2. He's managing it well, praise the Lord. However, he still has occasional symptoms that are worrisome. The cause is so far unknown. My husband has just been diagnosed with Diabetes 2 and is on a new oral medication for it. We are in the midst of learning about the diet, etc. and really need prayer. With my ADD and OCD, I already find planning, shopping and preparing meals difficult and time consuming. I'm thankful that he is concerned about my stress level and is doing a good job researching, testing and keeping records. Thank you.	*Beth*	5/10/12
I received some devastating news this week and ask your prayers for the Lord to direct, guide and give peace in the midst of more grief. Pray that I can 'feel the grief, but not carry it' as a wise, and dear sister in the Lord suggested in an e-mail to me. Thank you.	*Shep*	*5/9/12*
I ask that you please keep me in prayer for traveling mercies this summer. I am picking my sister up from the airport next Tuesday, May 15th, and we are driving to West Virginia together to spend some time with our spiritual mother. I will be driving back by myself on May 28, Memorial Day, as my sister will be going to be with her fiancé in PA before then. I will also be traveling to Indiana for two weeks in July as well as some other miniature trips. I love to drive but always get anxious before a big trip. Thank you!	*Free2BeMe*	*5/9/12*
My soul is downcast. My hernia surgery recovery is not going as well as I had anticipated. Strange pains seem to linger in different parts of my body. My neck stiffness, due to ankylosing spondylitis, has worsened. My daughter has some excessive sleep issues and a small weight problem. My wife is experiencing pain in her liver. I am afraid for me and my family. Sometimes, I feel like crying. Please pray for healing of bodies and hearts, and that the Lord would strengthen my will and help me to have courage.	*Reader*	*5/6/12*
UPDATE: I woke up Tuesday morning with hard chills and a fever over 100 degrees. Although a chest X-ray was not conclusive, a high white count, congestion, and the fever led my doctor to diagnose an early case of pneumonia. Quick treatment with antibiotics resulted in no fever in less than 24 hours. After three days, I am finally starting to feel better. Please pray that I continued recovery, and that I can stay clear of sinus/respiratory infections. I am sleeping better. Thank you for your prayers and support.	*Ann_van*	*5/4/12*
UPDATE: I have taken some stronger measures in hopes of getting the carpet replaced in my apartment and ask for your prayers that this will not need to go to a legal issue to get it replaced. Please pray for me to find strength to go the race with the apartment issues. The carpeting MUST be replaced because it is causing migraines - I've had 6 in the short time I have been here, plus respiratory issues. It is very obvious that the backing is falling apart and the dust is causing problems, but the landlord will not take action without either a doctor's note or me getting a lawyer. I'm tired!	*Shep*	*5/2/12*
Ongoing Need: We are 'kept online' as a result of donations from all of you who use the room and make contributions when you are able. Is God calling you to be a regular financial donor to this site? Could you commit to making a monthly donation of whatever amount the Lord leads you to make? If you would like to make a monthly (or one-time) contribution, contact Shep or visit the donation tab above! As we continue to grow, we also need greeters. There is a volunteer tab above and you can download a sheet to share your interest as greeter, a prayer warrior, or something else on the sheet. Pray, as we will surely also do, that God leads the people HE wants to fill these positions to help alleviate the responsibility from falling on just a small few. If you cannot volunteer, remember, EVERYONE can pray!	*Shep*	*on-going*