Prayer Requests for May 12

Ashley & Cole-

Praise- Ashley is Pregnant-Expecting January 12th-prayers that her platelet count can get higher so that she will be able to get an epidural when it's time to have the baby in January

Ashley-Also starting new job next week prayers that it goes well!

Cole-Praise-job is changing in the company so that he gets to design again

Dustin& Elise-

Dustin-Dad's shoulder is bad and shoots pain and does not know what is wrong with it-prayers that he will find out what is wrong with it.

Elise-Grandmother's hip surgery has made her grandmother barely able to walk-and will need to go through another surgery in the future-prayers for her grandmother as she goes through this process.

JoAnne& Kevin

JoAnne-Passed North Dakota test and needs to pass New Mexico test; Moved Jonathan to work with Kevin and JoAnne in their department so prayers for the transition.

Kevin-Step-dad is having a surgery for his backside; prayers for fishing trip with Jonathan and pastor Pete.

Mark& Liz

Mark-Mark's Actuary test

Liz- seizures and headache

Both- still waiting to hear back on the bank on the house offer.

Krissy & Trey

Krissy- Asthma is not doing so well- continued prayers for healing

Trey- prayers for comfort when dealing with Krissy's asthma attacks

Immediate prayer request

Krissy is dealing with bronchitis that is making her asthma worse...prayers are needed for her and Trey tonight-with the possibility that she may need to go in for breathing treatments.

Prayer requests for April 28th

Ashley & Cole-

Praise that everyone returned from Mexico
Oliver- healing for rash

JoAnne& Kevin-

JoAnne-Work is very busy and stressful and needs people to not read too much into emails, Has to go to Florida next week for work

Kevin-Prayers for help while JoAnne is away on her trip, prayers for 95 year old grandmother

Both- Praise- Car situation has been resolved

Jonathan & Carolina- Jonathan is overwhelmed at work and Carolina is not feeling well and is due July 28th.

Jason & Tamara- (May be joining life group soon)-Jason is having knee surgery-prayers that knee surgery goes well, prayers with Tamara and their two year old while he is going through the surgery and recovery as well.

Trey & Krissy

Trey- his Friend/Mentor- will not be in the office for a few days prayers that Trey will be ok for their time apart.

Krissy-stress at work and a difficult co worker...needs peace

Dustin & Elise

Dustin- Co worker Stan has been diagnosed with Chron's disease (Stomach Illness) but has not been communicating with work-gave Stan a week to figure things out so prayers for the company and for Stan- also prayers for Stan's nephew with the drug problem....Also has a new driver starting in June.

Elise-Grandmother had hip replacement surgery that was not necessary and if she is healthy then she will go through another surgery so she can walk...Also Meila has entered the obstinate toddler age so prayers for patience and for help for both parents and Meila.

Mark & Liz

Liz-Prayers to get over her cold/allergy attack

Mark-Find time and motivation to study, and the boss structure has reshuffled once again and work so prayers that his new boss will be a good boss.

Both- have successfully put an offer on a house, the seller has accepted it, and are waiting on the bank (It's a short sale) to sign...then it's onto the inspection.

Prayer Requests For April 21st

Apologies that these did not get posted sooner...

Kevin & Joanne-

Kevin-prayers for stress at work and for Mom's visit to go well and safe travel to and from their place

Joanne- Praise for safe return from Texas business trip, prayers for healing of her head

Both-prayers over car purchase

Jonathon & Carolina-

Prayers for baby due July 28th

Ashley and Cole-

Prayers for safe travels to Mexico and health while in Mexico (protection from sunburns)

Elise & Dustin-

Prayers for help during busy time in life

Trey& Krissy

Trey- Trey's mother's dad is near death in the hospital-prayers for comfort for Trey's mother during this time, prayers during stressful work

Krissy- Work is busy but have a new doctor, nephew & girlfriend are having a baby in September-prayers for them

Mark & Liz

Mark-Praise at Mark's work a person was found to replace his old boss who is a very good fit, prayers that he can find time and motivation to study for his test coming up May 13th

Liz- Praise found a new Christian Neurologist that sounds promising and concluded first appointment by praying

Both- Prayers as we try to find a house and sign a contract by April 30th,

Praise that so far God has helped us get approved for a good loan, helped us get out of our lease, and pointed us to a couple potential houses...need prayers as these last days in April draw near.

Prayer Requests April 14th

Elise & Dustin-

Dustin will recover quickly from his illness

Friend at Dustin's work has an undiagnosed stomach illness- prayers for healing and that it
may be an opportunity to witness to this coworker

Praise that a new hard working Christian has shown interest in becoming a truck
driver...replacing someone who recently quit.

Krissy & Trey

Kylie is walking

Praise that a new doctor is coming on at the practice where Krissy works

Prayers that the insurance issues will get worked out with the doctor (He is not able to accept
patients who have Medicaid, Medicare, and various other insurances for a short period)

Liz & Mark

Liz's Stomach medicine is no longer covered under insurance and the generic that is covered is
not working to control the acid problems- prayers that the generic starts working or find a
way for the insurance to agree to cover the original medicine

Praise that a medicine was found that has been helping to calm Liz's seizures so far

Mark needs prayers for comprehension of the materials he's studying for his next actuary test
to take place May 14th- also the time to study for the test

Prayers for Mark's sister- Brianne- her husband Keith-went to boot camp around a week
and a half ago for the Air force and will be gone in TX until Memorial day weekend. She does
not get to hear from him very often and is very sad and lonely...so prayers that she could find
comfort in family, friends, and most of all Jesus Christ...she is a Christian...so I know that the
prayers will be very helpful in this time.

JoAnne & Kevin

Jake's cough

Praise that Jake was protected from the snake that coiled itself around his leg

Balancing the stress at work and traveling and family life

Help for Jonathon and the processor at work- prayers for peace and a fresh start

Also help for Jonathon to decide on whether to buy a house now or to continue to rent due to
the end of April approaching

Praise that JoAnne was able to have a good visit with her mom

Prayers that JoAnne would be able to get back into the word this week

Ashley & Cole

Mexico Trip- prayers for safe and sane travels with a toddler-prayers that Oliver and Ashley
and Cole survive the Plane trip- Also prayers for safe and healthy food and drink

Possibility of ear tubes because of the many ear infections Oliver has had

Prayers needed over the decision over the Springhill job

Good Golfing Joke

Moses and Jesus were in a threesome playing golf one day. Moses pulled up to the tee and drove a long one. The ball landed on the fairway, but rolled directly towards a water hazard. Quickly Moses raised his club, the water parted and it rolled to the other side, safe and sound.

Next, Jesus strolled up to the tee and hit a nice long one directly toward the same water hazard. It landed right in the center of the pond and kind of hovered over the water. Jesus casually walked out on the pond and chipped the ball onto the green.

The third guy got up and sort of randomly whacked the ball. It headed out over the fence and into oncoming traffic on a nearby street. It bounced off a truck and hit a nearby tree. From there, it bounced onto the roof of a shack close by and rolled down into the gutter, down the rainspout, out onto the fairway and straight toward the aforementioned pond. On the way to the pond, the ball hit a little stone and bounced out over the water onto a lily pad, where it rested quietly. Suddenly a very large bullfrog jumped up on a lily pad and snatched the ball into his mouth. Just then, an eagle swooped down and grabbed the frog and flew away. As they passed over the green, the frog squealed with fright and dropped the ball, which bounced right into the cup for a hole- in-one. Moses turned to Jesus and said, "I hate playing with your Dad!"

I miss my friends!!!

Krissy and Trey - I'm so glad to hear Miss Kylie is out of the hospital and better!!

Just wanted to send a Happy Daylight Saving's Time message. Although, I'm still confused, is this the start or the end of daylight saving's time?? Either way, I love having the sunshine last longer, and SPRING IS COMING SOON!!

Hope you all had a great weekend and can't wait to see you all on Wednesday :)

God bless you all as you start the week.
Ashley :)

Prayer Requests

Hey guys- Hope all is well with each one of you.

Couple of updates that need immediate prayers:

Kylie may be admitted to the hospital this afternoon. She has not been doing to well. Unfortunately, she has had diarrhea and possibly a viral infection. Krissy took her to the doctor this morning for blood work and she is so dehydrated that they had a hard time locating her veins. So please prayer for Kylie and Krissy and Trey. That she will be healed and feeling better. Pray for strength to get through this and wisdom for the doctors. I will keep you updated as to what is going on with them as the day progresses.

Elise's grandmother, Becky, also needs prayers. She has a staff infection that is basically the result of a hip replacement. Apparently, the only way to save her leg and her life (as staff infections are pretty dangerous) is to redo the hip replacement. Becky is 80 years old, and obviously the family is scared on whether or not she will survive the surgery- so please pray for a special hedge of protection around her, for wisdom for the doctors, and comfort that all will be ok. Also, pray for Elise's mom as she travels to Arizona.

Lots of love to all of you-

Joanne

Prayers for the DeArmond Family

Hey all,

I need prayers for healing in our feeling...

Will is still sick with a cold but now Olivia is sick as well. Olivia has a cold/ear infection and the beginnings of a flu like virus. We went to the doctor yesterday and was sent to Children's Mercy South to x ray her tummy because of her spitting up violently and extra gas...the doctor wants us to keep a close eye on her so she doesn't get dehydrated. So prayers that she stays hydrated and that I can get some kiddos well. Also prayers for sanity during this crazy time.

Liz

Prayer for Polly

Friends, I received this email today from a friend of mine who is a part-time attorney. SHe is a member of our church and is currently working with the KC, MO police department trying to get the state to change their policy about making all KC, MO cops/families live within the KC, MO city limits. This has been a very stressful time for her as she has been working 70-80 hour weeks, feeling like she's neglecting her children (she normally works two 1/2 days on Tues. pm and Thurs. am). She knows that God has given this burden for a reason, she just needs prayer for Him to equip her with the words that need to be said in order to change the current state law. She has two very important meetings this week on Tues. and Thurs and asks/needs prayer, these are her exact "needs."

1) That God will give me the words and the wisdom to accomplish the task at hand.

2) That God will soften the hearts of the board members and that they will do what is right and not allow politics to cloud their judgment.

3) That God will calm my nerves so I can deliver the message in a real, understandable manner.

4) That I will be equipped with the answers to their questions.

5) That my kids will be patient and not feel neglected as I devote my time to this effort.

The meetings scheduled so far are tomorrow at 1:00, and Thursday at 2:00.

Thank you all for your friendship and for being the kind of friends that I can count on to pray.

Her name is Polly and I know she would appreciate all of your thoughts and prayers.
Thanks, Friends! Ashley :)
(ps - her husband is a KC, MO policeman... her son is almost 5 and, for very good reason, they do not want him to be in the public schools in this district) :)

Prayer requests, please!

Hi friends!

60 kiddos later, I'm going to take the liberty to say I am so GREATFUL I don't have to do that everynight!

Hey, could you guys please add these prayer requests to your list??

Continued prayer for my gpa, I spoke with him just yesterday and he sound MUCH better, so that's good! Just continue prayer that he makes the most of what he has and has decent quality of life.

Also, I am taking Oliver to Children's Mercy's urology department this Friday for a consultation. I'm not sure if I've mentioned it but the pediatrician who did his circumcision in the hospital did a "botch" job and we need to have it re-done. I'm very terrified to find out what their procedure is as I"m pretty sure they'll have to put Oliver under anesthesia to do it, which TERRIFIES me. So, please pray for God's provision and also, I am going to try and make sure that the HORRIBLE pediatrician who messed this up pays for the second one, but I do not want to get legal matters involved if not needed. ...phew, long story. I'm a little nervous about this...

Lastly, please put my aunt Joyce (great aunt) in your prayers. She has been quite ill for some time now and has actually been in the hospital since January with complications from mis-managed diabetes. She needs a kidney transplant but she is in very bad health they are having to do other things, but she's still in the hospital, just found out they are going to have to amputate her foot, she was allergic to the heparin drip and had serverely low platelets, etc. I really can't believe I haven't brought her up before and remember everytime I get home after the fact. So please pray for her. She's the one who always organizes family functions, never forgets a soul, and although they have absolutely no money, she gets everyone gifts for every holiday and birthday... she's just a true testament to how God loves us and how He wants us to love others.

Long one tonight, sorry!
Missed everybody :(
peace, love, and bedtime.

Prayer Requests 02/24/2010

Hello All!
Well we are halfway through another week and we all got the spiritual recharge that we needed at group. Here are the prayer requests for this week...

Trey- Praise: Everything is going well in the new job. Prayer: Kylie is so close to walking. pray that it happens soon.

Krissy-Amanda, the daughter of a coworker was sexually assaulted this past weekend. The parents are blaming themselves because they were out of town when it happened. Prayers for her and and her family that they can get through it.

Mark- Work is busy and stressful and there's just not enough time to get everything done. Prayers that he will get it all done in time. Prayers for Liz's healing from her seizures.

Joanne- Praise: Jake is much better. He got a clean bill of health from the doctor and is starting to sleep through the night again. Prayer: A friend from work has a little girl who was touched inappropriately. Pray for her and her family and the therapy they are going through. Carolina (Joanne's sister-in-law) was laid off at her job last week and has a Job interview on Thursday. Pruayers that it goes well and that God will put a hedge of protection around her and Jonathan and their marriage. Prayer for salvation for family and friends and that Joanne will have the strength to speak the truth to them. And a hedge around Joanne's and Kevin's marriage with them working together.

Kevin- Praise that work is going well. Prayers that he will do well on his test on Friday. Prayers for Wheelator. He would like for it to at least pay for itself. Prayers for his mom who is travelin here for a visit this weekend.

Prayer Requests 2/17

I really wanted to get these up last night, but I'm not going to lie, we hadn't watched Lost yet, so we started watching it and then I went to bed, sorry friends!

First off, lets just pray that God will direct us (girls) in this entire accountability partner issue. Lets trust that He is at work upstairs and that no matter what his provision will shine through. (Krissy, we brought up the idea of girls having accountability partners, no decisions made yet, we want you to be included in this, good idea to start praying though) :)

Now, for the main event:

Prayer requests:
Trey - Kylie has had cough for past couple of days, pray for healing

Cole- pray for job over next week as Layna (I don't know how to describe what she does... someone who tells Cole what needs to be done?) will be on vacation, and he is unsure about how things will be handled, grandfather (Lucien) had pacemaker placed on Monday, pray for proper healing - he is out of hospital and doing great already!

Ashley - continued prayer for grandpa (Glen) as he is slowly recovering from recent heart attack back in January. Still trying to find out how they can help as he only has one working artery, he's very sob, which is starting to wear on him. Please also pray for family's ability to care for him and see that he does require help and patience, as we are used to him being very active... pray for family's acceptance of situation, and that he will eventually regain stamina.
Oh, also, friends Nicole and Paul went into hospital yesterday to have 1st baby! (Still no word...)

Domi - Chris has 2nd interview (yay!) on Friday, pray that God will direct him and guide him in making smart decision if job is offered. Domi has been feeling ill, possible asthma exacerbation, pray this is the case and for proper healing; Milla started crawling last week and saying "mama!"

Chris - God's wisdom for 2nd inteview on Friday; also for motivation to stay busy at home and help get chores done while watching Milla (GOOD LUCK!)
Ex-co-worker who was in accident (Jessica) has been moved to NE for rehabilitation, she is 6 months pregnant with first baby, pray for God's hand of healing and protection over baby as recovery starts to take place.

Liz- good news! Headache has been sinus infection! Pray for healing, Olivia may have questionable pink eye - pray for healing if is the case; also, parents trying to head up in March - pray for God to allow this to happen and for safe travels.

Mark - prayer for God to give him the discipline to study for upcoming exam in May.

Kevin - continue prayer for Jake's full recovery; now for Kevin and Joanne to make full recovery from the "gift that keeps on giving." Joanne had rough day at work, prayer for peace and for God's hand in all of her actions,, Kevin has test today, and had a rough night of studying, pray for open mind and God's guidance so he may pass exam!! Continued prayer for Joanne's brother and sister-in-law as they will find God's love and accept.

Dustin - prayer for safe travel back fromManhattan (and that God would forgive him for watching such a game...) I'M KIDDING! (kind of)

Elise- prayer for health, Meila has been ill but doing better, Elise has been feeling ill, prayer for complete recovery for entire family to optimal health. Continued prayer for father that God will soften his heart and lead him into a more steady walk in His word.

Here's to a great week!
We miss you Joanne!!

Peace, love, and #1 basketball teams ;)

New Prayer Request

Hey Everyone,

Today I need prayer for a bad headache...It started on Monday and I was unable to sleep last night because if I moved in the night I woke up in pain. So prayers that with some over the counter meds I will be able to get rid of it and also that it is not an indicator that I will be having a seizure. I tend to get bad headaches before I have a bad seizure so I am praying that this is not one of those headaches. I just need some healing and peace of mind.

Thanks,

Liz

Happy Valentine's Day!

Hope all are enjoying the blizzard-esque snow we have going on... again.

Kevin and Joanne, I'm so sorry Jake is still not feeling well. Sorry you missed out on your vacation on top of this. Glad to hear Jake's starting to feel better (after talking with Kevin at church today), I hope he continues to get better so you guys can get more sleep!

Joanne, I would love to come and play games with the kiddos and let them know that no matter what happens to them, Jesus loves each and every one of them, all the time. I will continue to pray that this is God's open door you're been looking for.

Hope all the other kiddos get healthy and well and all the adults get to enjoy their Valentine's Day!
Peace, love, and Valentine's wishes :)

New Day

Hey guys-
Glad life group went well this week. I was hoping to write you from sunny Key West, however Jake took a turn for the worst and we decided it was not ok to leave him. He seems to be doing well now...finally after 5 days he is taking a bottle. Seems like we have a lot of sick kids on our hands, so I'll be praying for a special hedge of protection around them.

Hope to see you guys soon! Oh yeah, I also wanted to get your feedback about something. As the women of the group know, I've really felt like God has been leading me to adopt of doing something with children. For the last several months I've been seeking volunteer opportunities with orphanages, only to never get a returned call. Well, I finally had someone respond for Niles Home for Children in KC, MO. I went in today, and sobbed (I don't know why I was so emotional)...but they are very hesitant to let people come in and volunteer until the know you....these particular children are ones that have had some physical and emotional distress in the foster care system. Absolutely heart breaking. Anyways, long story short, they asked if a group of us could come and volunteer and maybe do a game night on a Wed. night. I thought that if we have 4-6 of us who were interested in sharing God's love (that's my pull to you)...that we can do this while our spouse is at group.

Let me know if you are in!

I hope so, this way they can get to know me a little more...and then the more they see me and get to know me, the more interaction I can have with the kids! Obviously these children are very vulnerable and they take extra precaution- which I think is well warranted!

God Bless- Joanne

Oops!

Sorry, OLIVIA has come down with cold and needs prayer for full recovery and healing, not Oliver. Sorry!
anw

Prayer Requests 2/11/10

Had a great discussion last night, thanks, Mark & Liz! Joanne and Kevin, we missed you, but have LOTS of sun and fun on your "work" Valentine's weekend retreat!! Domi, missed you and Milla, hope all is getting better and be safe in Springfield!

Prayer Requests:
Chris - had interview 2/10 - would be a great transition and job, he was told he will make 2nd round of interviewing!!; Milla feeling better but still needs prayer for 100% recovery, Domi traveling to Springfield x 2 days -prayers for safe travel; prayer for peace regarding daycare decisions and thankful that daycare is working with them in holding Milla's spot for return when able.

Krissy - Praise! Mom got results from stress test - all is well with heart! However, pray for God's comfort for mother as she just lost her dog of many years over the weekend and this is her main companion (next to Kylie :) ) Job situation is getting better, new doc coming in April!

Trey - Praise! Job is going "great." Continues to be a learning process.

Dustin - Praise! "job is great!"

Elise - friend (Amy) is in need of second kidney transplant and currently going through process of finding matching donors. Praise that this family knows the Lord!

Ashley - continued prayer for grandpa (Glen) in his healing from recent heart attack, he's been very tired and weak. Mostly pray for family's acceptance of situation. Praise - he knows and trusts in the Lord!

Cole - prayer for parents' safe travel - as they are "somewhere out of the country" and will be returning in a few days :)

Liz - Oliver has come down with a cold, prayer for healing and recovery; seizues are doing "better." Will will start having speech pathologist come out to work with him as they have been told he is 25% behind in speech at this current time.

Mark - parents on a cruise, pray for safe travel/return. Continued prayers for business, as economy has really hit them.

Kevin - Jake still ill - pray for full recovery; Jenny -ill, and he and Joanne are leaving for KeyWest, pray for peace knowing Jake is in good hands, he will be healthy and happy when they return, and that they have a safe/fun weekend together with work friends.

Happy Valentine's Day to all!!
xoxo -anw

Hey all,

What a wonderful start to our work week on the way home from work I lost control of my car and hit the median and then spun around a few times and landed partly in the ditch. Luckily I didn't hit anybody or nobody hit me. The car is fine I am pretty sore but ok just shaken up. I just ask for prayers for the soreness to heal.

I hope all the kiddos get well soon and hope to see all on Wednesday night!

Krissy

Yikes!

Poor Jake! Glad you guys were able to get him, and get a diagnosis! It's always better (at least, for me) to get an actual diagnosis when I take my little guy in, so I know at least they will tell me how to make him better. Prayers are definitely up for him to get full recovery, and for the parents to get some rest and help him feel better!

Domi and Chris, glad you had a good weekend, sans the sick child. You know to give us a holler anytime :)

I have no idea who won the super bowl, or even who was in it, but I can tell you that our sermon really hit some strong points in how I "waste" time with my mindless prayers. It certainly brings a new light to the meaning of prayer listening to our preachers breaking down the Lord's prayer and explaining what each word/phrase is meant to stand for. I'm hoping to really take more time spent alone with God and our thoughts, not just me "rambling."

Peace, love, and the happy thoughts that Spring really is coming (someday)
Ashley :)

Correction- we WILL be having group this week

Hey guys-

Kevin spoke too soon! We will be having life group this week, however, the DeArmond's will be facilitating it. Even though kevin and I will not be able to attend, we would really like you guys to continue the momentum we've got going and meet.

If for some reason you cannot go, please let us know....as we'll need to let Amy Totta know in the nursery! Sounds like there are several things to pray for this week- so not meeting is NOT an option as we want to be in the Word especially when we need God!

Make it a great week! Lot's of blessings to each of you!

Jo

Thanks

I know we should call when we need something, but I appreciate the fact that some of you just called/texted us. It is hard to make that first move to reach out, so we appreciate you reaching out to us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!

We had a nice weekend, but leaving the house this morning was really hard for me. I know that Chris and Milla will be fine, but I also know that we are going to have a tough road ahead.

Milla had a rough night too. She has a cough and snotty nose and was pretty darn restless.

Again, thank you!

Oh, What A Night

Hello All! I just wanted to let everyone know that Life Group this week is looking like it may need to be canceled. I hate to do this, but we had to take Jake to Children's Mercy Hospital last night and the Dr. (who was amazing) told us that he has Croup and an ear infection in both ears. So I would like a prayer request for our little guy, so he gets to feeling better. I hope everyone else is doing well. I will send an email if we do cancel for sure. Have a good week.

Thanks,
Kevin

Life's like a box of chocolates!!! :-)

Good Morning everyone.

Yes, things have been a little crazy around the Chancy household this week but hey, it is what it is.

Thank you all so much for your prayers and support. It means so very much to me to be supported and loved by a wonderful wife, beautiful daughter and a life group full of friends that CARE. Thanks again for everything.

A verse I've been fond of for some time know is the following

1 Thes. 5: 16-18
Be joyful always, Pray continually; give thanks in ALL circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

Thanks again
Chris

Prayers for Chris and family

Domi, Chris, and Milla,
Please trust in the Lord and know that He is leading you all somewhere. Please, please, please reach out if you need help, or just someone to talk to - I'm here!

Our prayers are definitely with you guys.
2 of my favorites for hard times are:

"It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure." – Psalm 18:32

"Do not be afraid or terrified because of them for the Lord you God goes with you, He will never leave you nor forsake you." Deut. 31:6

Call!
Ashley

Thanks for the prayers

Not sure what EXACTLY you all prayed for, but Chris got laid off this afternoon. Not sure yet if it is a good thing, but we know that it is a blessing somehow, right?

Dom
Chris
Milla

Accountability Questions

Men’s Accountability Questions

1. Have you spent daily time in the Scriptures and in prayer?
2. Have you had any flirtatious or lustful attitudes, tempting thoughts,
or exposed yourself to any explicit materials which would not glorify God?
3. Have you been completely above reproach in your financial dealings?
4. Have you spent quality relationship time with family and friends?
5. Have you done your 100% best in your job, school, etc.?
6. Have you told any half truths or outright lies, putting yourself
in a better light to those around you?
7. Have you shared the Gospel with an unbeliever this week?
8. Have you taken care of your body through daily physical exercise
and proper eating/sleeping habits?
9. Have you allowed any person or circumstance to rob you of your joy?
10. Have you lied to us on any of your answers today?


Women’s Accountability Questions

1. Have you spent regular time in prayer? When?
2. Have your thoughts been pure? Have you resisted lustful, envious thoughts
or exposed yourself to explicit materials?
3. How do you feel about how you've handled personal, family and/or business finances?
4. What three relationships have you nurtured most?
5. What has made it difficult to do your 100% best in the different roles in your life?
6. Have your words built up or tore down others or self?
Have you exposed yourself or contributed to gossip?
Have you been committed to your words?
Have you put yourself in a better light to those around you?
7. Do you feel you missed any opportunities to talk to people about the Lord?
8. Have you taken care of your body through daily physical exercise
and proper eating/sleeping habits?
9. Which fruit of the Spirit have you had the hardest time living? Why?
10. Have you left anything hidden in answering these questions?

Chris

Chris just called me and said that lay-offs are happening at his bank. He was out for lunch when some people were let go and the CEO has come back to his branch. So, he does not know what that means..... Prayers please!!!

Prayer Requests / Comments

Hello all, I think I have fixed the comment section. It will open a new box for you to make a comment and then it will show below the post how many comments have been made per post. That is the only way I have been able to make it work as of now. I will continue to work on it as I have time.

Prayer Requests

Dustin - Praise-Going Part time is working out well

Cole - Prayer Req.- Stress of working 60 to 70 hours a week
Praise - Stability of a job with more work than they can handle
Prayer Req.- That Oliver will sleep in his crib this week

Mark - Prayer Req.- The Next tests for his job, will be harder and have information that is new to him - Liz's Health

Trey - Praise- New Job is going well Prayer Req.-Krissy safely driving downtown tomorrow evening

Chris - Prayer Req.- Domi's eye heals quickly - Safe Travels This Weekend - Continued Prayer for Job Situation - Dr. Appointment goes well.

Kevin - Prayer Req. - Safe Travels For Mom - Tests that are coming up

Return of Seizures

Hi again,

So I have learned my lesson, the minute I post that everything is getting better with my seizures...it gets worse again. Last night I had a couple seizures...most likely to do with the stress of dealing with a sick kid and not sleeping enough. So keep up the prayers for our family.

Thanks,

Liz

DeArmond Update

Hey everyone,

My seizures have eased up for now. Mark made sure I got extra rest last weekend. So for now I feel well rested, but we will see how I feel as the week progresses.

It seems that Olivia has a cold and it is causing her to spit up more than usual and not sleep very well. Will has a cold as well but it has not affected his appetite. So prayers that the kids can get to feeling better. I'd love to go an entire week where we are all well.

On a separate note I enjoyed the sermon on Sunday as well...I felt convicted about my relationship with God as Daddy as well. I had an idea to really delve into The Sermon on the Mount. If anyone has any ideas of a good study that would relate to that please let me know.

Liz

Prayer Request for Chris' co-worker

Jessica is Chris' co-worker and she is 5 months pregnant. On Saturday Jessica Karcz and her husband Tom were involved in a car accident. Jessica was air-lifted to Stormont-Vail hospital in Topeka, Kansas. Tom had minor injuries and was released from Salina Regional. Jessica is moving all her extremities. She sustained a fractured skull, a few broken ribs and a fractured left middle finger. The sonogram pictures of the baby show that he/she is ok. The OB has said, "Healthy Mom=Healthy Baby." The last baby heartbeat was 145/minute.....which was the first heartbeat that Jessica acknowledged hearing.

Jessica is resting comfortably and is becoming more alert by the hour.

It would be great if you could keep the Karcz family in your prayers!

Made me think

Hey All-

Hope you guys had a great weekend. We definitely did, although it went by lightning fast. Ashley and Cole- glad to hear that Oliver is ok- I was really concerned for the little guy! If you get a chance- I definitely think this sermon was a must see.

A couple of things that hit me personally (and this will make more sense when you see the sermon)...but I have to admit, I don't currently have the relationship with God to call him my daddy. This really struck a cord with me when I heard it. If he is supposed to be my rock, my shelter, and my stregnth- do I really give him my everything. If I did- then I think I would have no problem calling him my daddy...but I think that on some level- my relationship with Him is superficial- and that to me is the saddest thing. So, how can I draw closer to my Lord so I can get that daddy relationship. Well, I truly believe that I'm at a stand still- and I think most of our group is as well. I don't spend as much time in the Word these days as I should. If I were, I would be growing spiritually and emotionally to my Saviour- and that's what I'm missing.

I think this also ties into why our life group has been stagnant too. The reason those questions aren't coming to life for us is because we are not drinking the Word like we should. If we were, then we would have more meaningful conversation, but I digress.

The other thing that hit me in the sermon was not to pray like the pagans. I am guilty of just saying prayer just to say it...but not sure my heart is in it- especially for those prayer request that are a daily prayer request for me. Maybe that's why God hasn't answered those prayers- because I haven't prayed fervently for them....I've been lukewarm.

So, I guess the reason I'm writing this is not to make excuses but to be vulnerable to you guys and for you to hold me accountable. This week I'm going to start those daily devotionals that are in the pamphlet from church and see how it goes. Any one want to try this with me?

Joanne

Oliver and 'Growing up Green...'

Good news! The rash was completely gone yesterday. So, we ditched our KU/KSU game watching plans in order to not expose anyone, and ended up it was all okay. Oh well, life of a parent, right? We missed church too, as they told us to keep him home for the next 24 hours, just in case. We need to watch online, I was really excited for the opening sermon of this new series.

He's had a couple spots pop up again this am, so I am wondering if it's just a part of this crazy virus he has? I of course, just finished reading "Growing up Green" as I really try to do things as natural as possible (depending on the situation of course :) ) And the book basically made me feel 100% guilty as a parent, especially after being told oliver has an ear infection and sinus infection; according to the book it's because of some crazy chemicals that are in my house... I do NOT recommend reading it!! It also made me even more paranoid as a parent looking around at all the chemicals in the environment and things that I have NO control over, so like I said, don't read it. (Had to get that off my chest, I feel better, thanks!)

Happy February!!!!

Night of Worship

We are getting ready to head to Night of Worship at 151. Is anyone else going?

Liz, how are you feeling?

Ashley, what did you find out about Oliver?

Can't wait to see you all soon!

I'm trying to figure the comment part out

Dom, I have a blog, and other people can comment on it, and I can comment on theirs, but I, too, am having a hard time figuring out how to comment. I subscribed to the "blogline" thing, but I think that was a mistake... who knows what they're going to start emailing me :)

I'll play around and post what I find out.

Also, could you all please pray for Oliver? We took him in to see the doctor and he was diagnosed with another ear infection with possible sinus infection on top. This is his 4th ear infection, causing concern for the possible needs for ear tubes. Also, today he got this rash all over, I took him in as I wasn't sure if it was a drug reaction or not. Well, they think he may have chickenpox. He was scheduled for his varicella vaccine at 18 months, but may now have the virus instead. We won't fully know until tomorrow, but could you please pray that if it is Chickenpox that it comes and goes with no problems. I'm a little concerned, but know that God will take care of our little guy, and us as parents.

Phew!

Oh, good news, I only got one page last night at about 9:00, so got to sleep all night, woo hoo!
Love the blog, way to go Joanne!!

Needing a blog tutorial

OK...I'm having difficulty figuring out how to leave comments on existing postings. Can anyone help?

Liz, you and your family are in our prayers. If there is anything we can do please let us know.

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend.
The Chancys

PS...this blog looks awesome...just don't know how to use it yet. Good work to all involved for setting it up.

Seizures

Hey Everyone,

Just want to let everyone know that my seizures started acting up again yesterday. I would like prayers for peace, knowing that I'm in God's hands even when I am concerned about the unknown. Also for rest because that will go a long way in helping to eliminate my seizures. Thanks for the prayers and support.

Liz

Prayer - Our Father

Sermon Review: The most powerful Bible studies are always those that focus on truly understanding the nature and character of God. Nothing reveals more to us about who God really is than this passage in which Jesus teaches us how to pray. This model, we call the Lord’s Prayer contains everything we need to know about prayer. It seems we all recognize that nothing could be more important than knowing how to commune with our Creator, yet as each of us examines our own prayer life, we all feel that we might be missing something and certainly there’s room for improvement. Well, amazingly, in just 5 short verses Jesus taught us how to pray.

Ice Breaker
• Think about every TV or movie dad you’ve ever seen depicted on screen. Out of all of them, who was your favorite? Why?


Exploring the Text
Read Matthew 6:9
• What is the significance of Jesus using the word “Our” to begin this prayer?
• If we all have the same father, what does that make us?
• How would you describe your relationship with your sibling(s)?
• What person (or group of people) in this world is it difficult for you to love?
• What does the word “Father” mean to you?
• How would you describe your relationship with your earthly dad? Healthy? Strained? Non-existent? Perfect?
• Many people have had less than perfect relationships with their earthly dads. How can they overcome the baggage they may bring into this word and understand its true meaning when used to describe God?

Challenge
- Spend time this week reading through the famous story of The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). Pay special attention to the dad’s words and actions in verses 20-24. Then prayerfully thank Our Father in heaven for his limitless love and forgiveness.

Is Anything too hard for the Lord?

“Is anything too hard for the Lord?” Genesis 18:14.
A little boy was trying to roll a rock.His father was watching from a distance. The boy was heaving and sighing.But he couldn’t turn the stone over. His dad with a smile said, “Son, are you using all of your strength?” The boy said, “Yes, Daddy, I’m using all my strength.” And the father said, “No, you’re not because you haven’t asked me to help you. My strength is your strength.” Sometimes we wrestle with problems and say, “I don’t know what to do.” Our Father's strength is ours.Run into His. He is standing nearby only. There is no problem too big for Jesus to solve. Do you believe that? Your problem is His project!Is there a problem too big for you to solve? Give it to God! He can and will handle it!

Prayer Requests 1/28/10

~Dustin: starting part time next week
**Prayer for God's provision and continued success of trucking company

~Elise: Meila has become a night owl, staying up to 10pm or later
**Prayer for more sleep for both Meila and mom (and dad); also, pray for Elise's father's salvation, and that he may become more involved in his daily Christian walk

~Ashley: the "cold-plague" has hit our family
**Prayer for good health, soon! also, for Oliver as he was up until 3am last night coughing...

~Cole: mom had interview yesterday
**Prayer for God's provision, also, please pray for the Norland family as their son, John (age 24) shot and killed himself 2 weeks ago, prayer for God's mercy and comfort

~Liz: lack of sleep has increased frequency of seizures
**Prayer that sweet baby Olivia will increase sleep with each day, prayer for proper rest for Liz; also for us as her life group to step in and help provide this much needed rest

~Mark: has been missing work in order to be home with Liz and kiddos; also, mother's quilting business has taken a hard hit and they have not been able to pay employees
**Prayer for God's provision, job security, and that his mother's business may start picking up in order to make ends meet

~Dom: PRAISE! "All things are good."

~Chris: PRAISE! Milla has been sleepin 9 hours at night, uninterrupted; and new truck for family!
**Prayer for God's amazing mercy and abundant blessings; also pray for the bank Chris works for, for His provision at this time and for job security

~Joanne: brother and sister-in-law expecting first baby; father has been leading an unstable lifestyle
**Prayer for hedge of protection around brother's marriage and for healthy pregnancy/baby; also pray for Joanne's father's salvation and peace for his lifestyle

~Kevin: PRAISE! new job going great! and no negative effect on marriage yet!
**Praise and prayer for protection of marriage and continue success as business team

~Trey: PRAISE! Starts new job Monday!

~Krissy: mother entered hospital over weekend with chest pain; job very stressful
**Prayer for mother's health, and for Krissy's job, that she can hold her head up high and know that all storms pass.

I hope I covered them all. This is the 3rd time I've typed this, so I hope it saves and posts this time! If I left one out, please let me know, I'm posting this from work (don't tell) so don't have my sheet in front of me :)

Awesome Night

Hey guys- welcome to our new blog. Last night was the first night in a long time that I just felt God's overwhelming present in our group. It was really great to see each one of you and I'm hoping that this blog will allow us to really delve into the fellowship that each one of us desires and hopes for.

Hope all the fellas had fun last night! Let's start blogging. Have a great week everyone!