PRAYER LIST 43
DO/TS
March 1997
Copyright 1997 by The Family
"All power is given unto Me in Heaven and in earth. And lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world" (Matthew 28:18,20b).
Please use this list along with PL 35, the latest long-term list. Thank you!
For 14 years and up. Can be read with JETTs, but they shouldn't read it on their own. Selected prayer requests, answers to prayer and testimonies of answered prayer may be read to younger age groups as well, at parents' and teachers' discretion.
Dear Family,
We love you! Thank you for your faithfulness to take time in prayer for all the requests that are published in these Prayer Lists. As many of you have personally experienced, when you are faced with a serious affliction, it's so comforting and faith-building to know that the entire Family is praying for you!
Beginning with this Prayer List, we are implementing different procedures with regards to the publishing of prayer requests. In an effort to avoid duplication, we will only publish major prayer requests in the international Prayer List. Your other prayer requests will be included in your CRO area's local prayer list.
There are two reasons for this change: 1) Each area is already putting out a monthly prayer list, so to include each prayer request again in the international list involves a lot of duplication, as well as the extra cost of printing and mailing both the local list as well as the international one, with each containing a lot of the same information. 2) We are always looking for ways to get the Prayer List to you faster, and with a substantially shorter international list, the processing time will be shorter, enabling us to get it to you sooner.
Of course, sometimes it's difficult to ascertain whether a prayer request is "serious" or not, as to whether it should be included in the international Prayer List, or can just go on the continental prayer list. We will try to decide as prayerfully as possible, but if there are times when a prayer request that you deemed very serious appears in your continental prayer list rather than the international one, we apologize. We can only go by the wording of the prayer request as it came with your TRF, so the more specific you are in your request, the easier it is to decide which prayer list it should go in.
We hope these changes will be a blessing to all. God bless you!
Love,
Your WS Pubs Team
ANSWERED PRAYERS
Asia:
1. Thai Marie (PL 37:57): "Thank you for your prayers against possible cancerous cells in my uterus. I was due to have another D&C this month. However, after I talked with my doctor and told her that I haven't had irregular bleeding for six months, she said that I would not need the D&C. She has still advised a yearly pap smear. Please continue to pray for me."
2. Maria (6, of Byron and Marie) (PL 39:64): Has not had another seizure since her prayer request came out.
3. Christy (18) (PL 37:52): Healed from insomnia.
4. John (20) (PL 38:59): "The Lord answered our prayer request for Turkish local language lit translations and translators. The people who help us translate are quite anointed, and in the last month they have translated 11 new Reflections for us and are now working on Fantastic Friends 1 and 2. So please keep this in your prayers."
5. Thai James (PL 39:66): He made it through the usually hectic Christmas period without having problems with his lungs and heart which he has had for the past two years at that time.
North America:
6. Serena (PL 40:77): The biopsy on her cervix went well and she does not have cancer. Although abnormal cells were found and the doctor said he needs to keep a check on it, the test for cancer proved negative. Also, her back is now back to normal!
7. Trusty (PL 42:80): "Trusty's severely broken shoulder is healing quickly. Instead of sleeping sitting up at night she can now lay down! Please keep her in your prayers that her shoulder will continue to heal quickly and properly!"
8. Timmy (8, of Matthew and Ava) (PL 36:64): (He has rheumatoid arthritis.) "Timmy is doing better. The Lord has wonderfully given us exactly the doctors and medical situation we prayed for!"
9. Kristina (of Dave): Surgery to correct a bunion on her foot went well and she is recovering quickly.
South America:
10. Angelito (1, of Bernardo and Clara) (PL 41:88): Down's syndrome. "The Lord has provided a doctor who really loves Angelito, and through the doctor's help, we can already see Angelito's muscles getting stronger."
Europe and Africa:
11. Paloma Blanca (PL 42:113): "Thank you so much for praying against the benign cyst diagnosed in my unborn baby's brain. The last time I went for a checkup, the doctor, who previously said the cyst would be a life-long condition, informed me that it is now completely gone."
Pacific:
12. Mark (of Mary) (PL 39:175): Multiple sclerosis. Mark writes, "I'd like to thank everyone for your prayers for my health and strength. When my prayer request was published, I was not able to walk far or even stand for very long. Now, although I'm still a bit weak, I'm able to get around quite well. In the past six months I was able to go on two road trips to China! Recently, while in prayer, the Lord told Mary and me to move to China and that He will sustain me. I do honestly consider myself to be operating on prayer power."
13. Vicky Fighter (PL 41:29): Healed of breast cancer! She went for a mammogram to see if a possible breast cancer was growing, and it came out negative! Previous tests had shown signs of cancer. Praise God for His healing!
14. Candle (12, of Abner and Promise) (PL 42:152): Cerebral palsy. Her parents report, "The change that has taken place in Candle is extraordinary. She has turned into an inspired, lovely girl that smiles, is happy and receptive and fun to be with. The change in her spirit has kindled faith that her legs and mind can be healed too. Candle also won a victory over fear. She used to wake up several times a night, scared and jumpy. Now she is sleeping better, enjoying life more and is more interested in learning. Thank you, dear Family, for praying for her."
15. Sheryl (YA) (PL 41:196): Anemia much better.
16. Ray (PL 41:163): Since being on the Prayer List, Ray's knees and back have not had any major problems, and his sinuses have been doing better.
17. Sweety, Isaac, and Johnny (PL 41:164): No major asthma attacks.
PRAYER REQUESTS
CRITICAL OR LIFE-AND-DEATH SITUATIONS
18. Mercy (of Bill), North America: Cervical cancer. For her complete healing, wisdom in decisions regarding further treatment, and also that the Lord will greatly encourage and strengthen Mercy, Bill and their children at this time.
19. Sammy (10, of Andrew and Lily), North America: Sammy is back in the hospital battling a serious case of cancer which has returned--this time to his nervous system. For wisdom for Andrew and Lily regarding whether or not to go ahead with a bone marrow transplant that the doctors are suggesting.
20. James (TS), Europe: Final stages of AIDS. For the Lord to comfort him and alleviate his suffering, and that the new treatments that the doctors are giving him will be effective.
21. Luke (9, of Nehemiah and Meekness), Europe: Diagnosed with a pressure on his brain caused by a buildup of fluids on his brain as well as his spine. He immediately underwent a minor operation to remove the water from his brain and was given medication to keep it under control. However, a couple of days later he had to be rushed back to the hospital, where they performed a second operation as more water was building up on his brain. They want to keep him in the hospital for further examinations and blood tests. Please pray for grace, peace, faith and strength for Luke, as the pain is very strong and the pain killers don't have much effect; that the doctors will find out exactly what is wrong and that he will be miraculously healed. For grace and strength for Nehemiah and Meekness, as it is quite a trying time for them. Also for great wisdom in all the medical decisions they must make.
MAMA AND PETER
22. Mama: For normal menstrual periods; that she'll be able to continue to get good daily exercise; that she will stay free of headaches or colds, which put a further strain on her already sore eyes.
23. Peter: For his heart, strength, wisdom and the Lord's leading and guidance, as he is presently visiting one of the CRO areas as explained in Grapevine #14.
(Please also see the prayer requests for Mama and Peter in the last long-term Prayer List, PL 35.)
ASIA
24. Indonesia: For the protection of the work during upcoming elections. That the incidents of rioting will stop; that we can continue our work unhindered; for the safety of each Family member and friend, and that the Lord will have his way with who comes to or remains in power and that they will be amenable to us and our work. For protection of other Christians suffering persecution.
25. Tabitha Praisemore: Recurring heart pains and head pains at the back of her head, neck and left shoulder.
26. Mikey (9, of Thai Bright): Autistic. For continued physical and mental progress; wisdom on how to handle him as he grows older and is more demanding.
27. Sharon (of Michael): Cervical erosion.
NORTH AMERICA
28. Mark Servant: Admitted to the hospital ICU with heart failure. He's doing better now, but needs prayer for complete healing.
29. Paloma (of James): Experiencing pain and discomfort in her chest and back due to a cyst on her chest.
30. Christian: Painful kidney infection causing serious back pain.
31. Glo (of Nathanael): Irregular heartbeat.
32. Mari (15, of Ado and Kanah): Her back and kidneys have continued to give her problems.
33. Claire (15, of Dawn): Scoliosis. That her back will straighten, as the curvature of her spine is the cause of a lot of pain.
34. Perla: Having problems with her ovaries, as well as an artery in her right wrist, making it difficult to use her arm.
35. Paz: Weakness in her heart and dizziness after giving birth.
36. Faithy: For an operation on her eyes; that the Lord would supply a good hospital and doctor for free or very cheap, and that the operation will be a total success.
37. Kenaz (of Hodiah): He had a large tumor removed from his testicle which is cancerous, but treatable; for complete healing.
38. Johnny (of Robin and Vicky): Handicapped. Recently hospitalized due to an intestinal condition.
SOUTH AMERICA
39. Brazil: For an ongoing court case in one city regarding the right to home school our children.
40. Venezuela: That the Lord will stop a detractor from stirring up trouble with the authorities and the media. That the congressional deputy in charge of the committee to investigate us will be satisfied with the answers given to him by the media team, and that neither the Minister of Justice nor the Ministry of Cults will get involved, and that there will be no further congressional investigation of the Family in Venezuela.
41. Miguel VS (of Clara): Recovery after surgery to remove his spleen. For his platelet count to increase.
42. Ezequias (of Heidi): Severe back trouble resulting in partial paralysis.
43. Gracia: For full recuperation after a recent operation to remove cysts on her ovary.
44. Ruth: Healing of her uterus; that an operation will not be needed.
45. Rosa (of Joseph Willing): Cyst in her right ovary.
EUROPE AND AFRICA
46. For the volatile situation in Albania. The airport has now been closed down, making it very difficult to leave the country except by car. For the safe-keeping and possible departure of Family members, as well as for the fair number of Albanian live-outs and catacombers.
47. For adequate funding for INFORM, as the British government plans to stop funding them. That this will have no repercussions, especially in the EE where INFORM has been used as a positive sample of government handling of NRMs.
48. Michael By-Grace: Multiple sclerosis.
49. Isacco: Bleeding due to a colon infection.
50. Juan Andres (16): Sifosis. His spinal cord is badly bent.
51. Priscilla: Ovarian cysts.
52. Sara (15, of Simon and Vicky): Scoliosis. That she will easily adjust to the back brace she'll have to wear for the next few months, and for complete healing.
53. Ester (5, of Samuele and Lily): That the hole in her heart will completely close up and heal without the need of an operation.
54. Johnny (3, of Nehemiah and Vigna): The Lord's protection and anointing for an operation needed to either remove or dislodge a testicle.
55. Croatian Becky: Heart condition.
56. Victoria: For protection during and after removal of breast tumors.
57. Gareth: Colitis (inflammation of the intestines).
58. Pat (of Richard): Possible cancerous cyst.
59. Anna (15); Francois (11); Ires (16): Asthma.
60. Ires (16): Heart pains.
61. Angela: Dislocated bones in her knee and weak knee tendons.
62. Emanuele (4, of Stephen and Praise): To learn to talk and to grow mentally. For his parents' wisdom in their care of him.
63. Caleb: Eye problems.
64. Claire: Injured coccyx (small bone at the base of the backbone) due to a fall.
65. Sara: Severe back pain.
66. Andrew (baby): Problems with breathing and swallowing.
67. Lydia (7): For mental and spiritual growth. For her parents' wisdom in caring for her.
PACIFIC
68. Mercy: Hospitalized, due to problems with her ovaries; for strength.
69. Michael (JETT, of Joy): Undergoing medical tests because the bones in his chest are not growing correctly. For correct diagnosis and the healing of his chest bones.
70. Joy (of Abel): For minor surgery to remove a gallstone which has caused her great pain, with a new method using fiber optics, eliminating the long recovery period needed if surgically removed.
71. Mariko (6, of Elisha and Liberty; live-outs): That she will recover from brain damage and emotional and physical handicaps resulting from extensive burns.
72. Lamb: Inflamed jawbone, which affects her ear.
73. Tirzah (of Eli): Pain and discomfort in her womb.
74. Crystal (of Nehemiah): Liver and kidney problems.
75. Paul (of Lydia): Heart pains and rheumatism in his hand.
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