PRAYER LIST 50   CM/FM    February 1998
Copyright 1998 by The Family

"But let it rather be healed" (Hebrews 12:13b).

         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.

ANSWERED PRAYERS

Asia:
         1. Joy Harmony (PL 47:22): "I want to thank everyone for their prayers. In the last month my joints have felt much better."
         2. Victory Fighter (PL 48:34): Doing much better, even though she is still battling occasional dizziness.

Europe and Africa:
         3. Benji (of Phillip and Kasia) (PL 49:65): "A thank you, dear Family, for coming before the Lord in prayer for our son, Benji, who has Down's syndrome. Thanks to your faithful prayers and to Jesus' mighty hand, Benji will not need to have heart surgery. This is a real miracle, as the doctors were certain that surgery was necessary. 'The prayer of a righteous man availeth much.' GBY!"
         4. Melissa (8, of Michael and Michelle) (PL 49:9): Aplastic anemia (disease of the bone marrow). "Melissa has been doing better and hasn't needed transfusions as frequently as she has in the past. Thank you for your prayers!"

North America:
         5. Grandma Sarah: "We want to thank everyone for their fervent prayers for Grandma Sarah. Thank the Lord, she has completely recovered from a recent stroke. The Lord has given her a new ministry of receiving and illustrating spirit stories, which she is very happy about."

Pacific:
         6. Marina (PL 48:24): Cancerous tumor. She decided not to have an operation, and the tumor has been miraculously shrinking.

PRAYER REQUESTS

* CRITICAL OR LIFE-AND-DEATH SITUATIONS
         7. Marie (of Michael), Asia: Aggressive case of breast cancer; for healing, encouragement, faith and strength. Against side effects from chemotherapy.
         8. David (4, of Paul and Lily), Europe: Cancer. David is beginning a new round of chemotherapy and radiation treatments after having another cancerous tumor removed. Please pray for David and his parents; for healing, faith, strength and courage to make it through this test and trial; that the radiation treatments won't do any damage to David's body; and that the Lord will keep him through it all.
         9. Sara (of David), Europe: For full recovery after her operation to remove cervical cancer. That the operation will be confirmed successful, and that no radiotherapy or chemotherapy follow-up will be needed. For healing of the "incurable" degenerative nerve disease that was brought on by the cancer.
         10. Jasmine (of James), Pacific: Diagnosed with Huntington's disease, a degenerative hereditary neurological disease that is generally eventually fatal.
         11. Joy (of Paul), Europe: Cancer. Against the negative effects of the high radiation levels she is receiving.
         12. Marina, Pacific: Cancerous tumor. Continued healing of her tumor, and against any further occurrence of cancer.
         13. Maria (of Bill), North America: Uterine cancer. She was given a clean bill of health three months ago. However, it seems that either the cancer has returned, or she is suffering from internal problems resulting from the radiation treatments.
         14. Praise (of David), North America: Cancer of the cervix. That by the next test she will be clear of all signs of cancer.
         15. Gideon, North America: Undergoing surgery to remove a potentially life-threatening abscess on his neck.

* ASIA
         16. Vietnam: For the door to Vietnam to stay open.
         17. Heart to Heart '98 concert tour: Fruitful concerts with high attendance; good media exposure and witness; open doors for further witness. That portions of the show will be aired on MTV Asia.
         18. Joy Harmony: Pain and swelling in her joints.
         19. Tim (9, of Mary): Guillain-Barre syndrome (a disease similar to polio). For healing and full use of his legs.
         20. Mikey (10, of Thai Bright): Autistic. For physical and mental progress and wisdom in how to handle and care for him as he grows older.
         21. Melissa (17, of Benny and Lily): Painful and stubborn allergy, which causes inflammations and infections in her eyes.
         22. Jenny (YA): Fractured tail bone.

* NORTH AMERICA
         23. Stacy (YA, of Michael and Mercy): Cyst on knee.
         24. Mercy Tender: Lump in her back causing discomfort.
         25. Paul (of Melody): Dangerously high blood pressure.

* SOUTH AMERICA
         26. South America: Against extreme weather causing floods and droughts.
         27. Ana (of Dave): Healing and recovery from an emergency hysterectomy.
         28. Glory (of Jeremias): (Recovering from cancer.) For strength after undergoing two operations; against hair loss due to the radiation treatment.
         29. Primavera: Severe and persistent inflammation of the bladder; for proper functioning of her intestines after a recent operation.
         30. Mariana WW (16, of Pedro and Maria): Recurring case of rheumatic fever causing strong pains in her knees and legs; recovery from hepatitis.
         31. Theresa (of Pablo and Rose): Liver infection.
         32. Felipe (15, of Nahum): (Mentally handicapped; can't walk or speak.) Pneumonia.
         33. Meekness (of Miguel): Problems in her uterus.
         34. Esther Louvor: (PG) Pelvic varicose veins and a cyst in her right ovary.
         35. Nahomi (of Jonathan): Had her womb scraped and was very weakened as a result. Her uterus was severely damaged and she has been hemorrhaging.
         36. Rute (of Lucas): Lesion in her cervix.
         37. Mariane (of Jeremias): For her bladder to return to its proper place without surgery.
         38. Maria Clara (5, of Mateo and Brunilda): Handicapped. That her body will produce the proper amount of calcium; that she will begin talking this year.

* EUROPE AND AFRICA
         39. Romanian government discussions on proposed legislation against NRMs: That the report about the Family which we've submitted will have a positive effect.
         40. Review of Pearl's case: To be concluded in the Lord's perfect time, and that the judge will find no cause to conduct further hearings.
         41. French penal case: Positive and speedy closing.
         42. Compiling of factual information on the need to protect religious freedom and a report itemizing the findings by the scientific community that debunk the anti-cult brainwashing theories, so as to help heighten public and government awareness of these issues.
         43. Against the passing into law of legislation that can be used to deny religious freedom, or legislation promoting "brainwashing" theories (which can be used against religious freedom) being considered in coming months in Switzerland, Ukraine, Romania and other countries. Also, against the possible adoption of laws harmful to small NRMs being considered by the European Parliament.
         44. Melissa (8, of Michael and Michelle): Aplastic anemia (disease of the bone marrow). Pray that her blood cell production will continue to climb and normalize without complications.
         45. Jenny: Heart problems.
         46. Steven: Serious spine problems to heal without surgery.
         47. Sara (teen); Esther (14, of Victoria); Tatiana (13, of Peter and Lily); Loana (YA): Scoliosis.
         48. Abi: Full and speedy recovery from a hysterectomy.
         49. Douglas: Successful operation on his elbows.
         50. Diamond: Ulcer in her cervix.
         51. Daniele (of Christina): Double ulcer.
         52. Maria (of John): Recovery from an operation to remove three cysts from her wrist.
         53. Tim Odessa (of Thai Joy): Against a recurrence of melanoma.
         54. Lea; Christina: Womb infections.

* PACIFIC
         55. Precious (6, of Chris and Lena): Metabolic disorder causing seizures and comas, which can eventually be fatal.
         56. Cryssy (of Francesco): Cancerous tumor.
         57. Claire (14, of Mary L.): Severe case of scoliosis.
         58. Jesse (18 months, of John and Nadia): Heart problems. That the blueness in his hands and lips, which was caused by heart surgery, will go away.

NOTICES AND TESTIMONIES OF ANSWERED PRAYERS
Homegoing Notice:
                  On January 12th, Paulo (of Julia, BRALIM), South America, was seriously injured in a bicycle accident which fractured his skull and caused severe trauma to his head and a blood clot in the brain. Paulo was put into a medically-induced coma, enabling him to rest while being hooked up to life-support machines. There wasn't much the doctors could do for him, but they said that if he did pull through, he would likely suffer mental and physical paralysis due to the considerable damage done to his brain. After coming out of the coma he initially seemed to respond okay, but then quickly lapsed into a natural coma, his vital life-signs failing.
                  Paulo graduated peacefully on January 17th, at 11:30 p.m., after which he made his spiritual presence known to his wife, Julia, and those at the BRALIM, who testified of him bidding farewell to his loved ones in his own special way.
                  We all will greatly miss dear Paulo here on Earth. He was a sacrificial laborer and gave his life to translating the Words into Portuguese for many, many years. He was a very lively, happy and up-beat person, so we know that he would want us to rejoice with him on his coronation!
                  Julia and children, we love you. Our hearts go out to you at this very difficult time. Please know that each and every one of us, your brothers and sisters in the Lord, are praying for you.

SUMMARY OF THE LONG-TERM LIST
         Following is a brief summary of the main topics covered in the last long-term list (PL 35). We hope this can come in handy to jog your memory when praying for these topics. This is not meant as a substitute for PL 35, so please try to refer to PL 35 for the specifics whenever possible.
         > Mama and Peter and their staff
         > Family Leadership, CROs, VSs
         > Pregnant mothers/newborns
         > Childcare teachers/shepherds
         > Children and their shepherding/education
         > Teens/JETTs
         > General good health of all Family members
         > WS pubs production
         > Video/audio productions
         > Witnessing/follow-up
         > Friends/supporters
         > Young people's witnessing ministry
         > Special outreach ministries
         > Mail ministries
         > Home teamworks
         > Home/WS finances
         > Good Word/prayer and praise time
         > Housing
         > Landlords/neighbors
         > Legal paperwork
         > Vehicles/drivers
         > Stability of local and national governments
         > Media teams
         > Lawyers/academics
         > Media coverage/contacts
         > Protection from persecution

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