SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 

John was initially diagnosed with rectal cancer in 2018 and the cancer spread to other parts of his body in the years following.

Thank you, church family, for praying for my son, John, for almost 6 years.  John entered peacefully into the arms of Jesus early this morning (September 18). The visitation will be at the Henry Walser Funeral Home on Friday, September 20.  The service will be held at Benton Street Baptist Church on Saturday, September 21.  Thank you again for your prayers for John and our family.  Bonnie

UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Bev is now home from hospital.  During these early days of her recovery, she is requesting no visitors at this time but appreciates your kindness.  Please pray for her healing, recovery and pain management.  Thank you for your prayers.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 

Bev had a fall at work this morning.  She has seen an orthopedic surgeon who has confirmed she has broken her left elbow in several places and will require surgery.  Please pray for this upcoming surgery and Bev’s recovery, and that the wait for surgery will not be too long.  Thank you for praying.  Wil

UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Thank you for your prayers!  Through God’s grace and medication, Jordan’s pneumonia is under control, and she is back home.  Andrew

UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 

Our daughter, Jordan, has pneumonia (confirmed yesterday at Grand River Hospital).  She spent last night in the hospital, but she’s doing better now that she’s received some IV fluids.  Jordan will remain in hospital until at least tomorrow. We are thankful for a good team caring for her there. We’d appreciate your prayers for her recovery to be speedy and smooth.  Thank you.  Andrew and Rose

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Our son, Andrew, has a job interview this week on Tuesday at 10:00 am for a remote React Game Developer.  He has done a technical test already, and if he's successful, there will be another more involved collaborative test.  Thank you for your prayers.  Susanne

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Our daughter Wren (2 months old) has been recently diagnosed with hip dysplasia. A referral to McMaster orthopedics has been sent and we are now waiting to hear about an appointment for next steps. Thank you for praying.  April

UPDATE - AUGUST 28, 2024

Megan celebrated her 15th birthday this month.  The cancer has spread to her lungs and lymph nodes.  She begins immunotherapy on Friday, August 30 to possibly give her more time as she has been given just months to live.  We are praying for healing but preparing for her to leave us.  We thank you for your continued prayers for Megan and our family.  June (Grandma)

UPDATE - MAY 7, 2024 

On Wednesday, May 8, my granddaughter Megan will be having her first CT scans since her chemo and radiation treatments.  Your prayers for complete healing are greatly appreciated.  June

UPDATE - APRIL 19, 2024

Our granddaughter Megan has finished thirty-three cancer treatments and the radioactive seeds implanted in her tumour are still working to destroy the cancer.  Please pray that the digestive issues this has caused will improve and that the cancer will be completely destroyed.  We thank you for your continued prayers for Megan.  June

UPDATE - AUGUST 24, 2024

Stan saw the oncologist on Monday.  Because of the size of the melanoma and the positive lymph node, his cancer is classified as stage three.  The recommendation is for immunotherapy, IV treatment once every three weeks and see the oncologist between treatments.  They will be done at Cambridge Hospital starting Wednesday,  August 28.  Please pray for both of us as we enter into another chapter, especially for minimal side effects.  Thank you for your continued prayers.  Donna

UPDATE - JULY 26, 2024

We saw the 2nd surgeon yesterday for pathology reports. The final diagnosis is metastatic malignant melanoma, cancer has spread to his lymph nodes. The next step is several CT scans and an MRI and then a PET scan. We will be seeing an oncologist (Dr. Lin) at Cambridge Hospital Cancer Clinic. Thank you for your continued prayers. Donna

AUGUST 23, 2024 

Please pray for Becca's housemates as four of them have COVID-19 and this puts the house in an outbreak. Pray that the staff and the other two (including Bec) do not become ill as well.  Thank you for praying.  Catherine

AUGUST 22, 2024 

Please pray for my family who is experiencing some serious medical concerns and in need of financial aid.  My son-in-law is in the hospital in Barrie and some of my family members are finding it hard to afford to not only sustain their daily needs but have provisions in order to travel to Barrie.  I am a long-time livestream attender and in need of your assistance and prayers at this time.  Please pray for Ryan, Shauna and Amber and me.  Thank you for your prayers.  Mary

AUGUST 10, 2024 

Please pray for Dale's sister Maxine who is suffering from various health concerns and is in need of God's strength each day as she seeks to care not only for herself but for her husband also.  Please pray for God's provision for this couple as they seek healthcare assistance and make decisions based on God's will.  Thank you for praying.  Sharon

UPDATE - AUGUST 5, 2024 

Dear Church, Our family believes in the power of prayer through Jesus Christ, and we would like to request prayer for:

1. The approval of our immigration process
2. A job for Edrlon (Ed)
3. Our grandson’s medical procedure

Thank you for your prayers and for being so supportive.  Ed and Eciane 

UPDATE - JULY 30, 2024

Hello, Grandview. I'm sending an update of upcoming health agenda.  Our one specialist and surgeon, Dr. Lee said l am a high risk for surgery because of the surgery l had six years ago that left a lot of scarring which made possible complications to accidently cut into my bladder or kidneys, so radiation was recommended. I had my pre-op visit at the cancer Centre yesterday, so it is possible that my radiation treatments will possibly start the first part of August (5 weeks).  Please pray for Sharon and l for strength during treatments and that we can continue our involvement with Christian Motorcyclists Association and Bikers and Band, sharing the gospel to the lost and broken people in this world.  Thank you and God Bless, Dale and Sharon

UPDATE - JULY 7, 2024

Hello Grandview, I'm sending an update on the visit with the Urologist. Dr. Lee said that surgery is not a good option for me because l am at high risk due to my history of previous prostate surgery. The scarring could affect major arteries, bladder and kidneys.  If the surgery is done, there is a good chance l will have to have radiation anyway. Dr. Lee said he has this gut feeling about no surgery but going with the radiation treatment instead. We agreed, and l have an appointment with Dr. Ding on July 12 for consultation at Grand River Cancer Centre. Thank you for your continued prayers.  Dale

In March 2024, Karen received a diagnosis of a precancerous lesion.  She underwent testing and repeat biopsies at the time.

UPDATE - JULY 24, 2024

Thank you for all of the prayers over these past few months.  The doctors feel the best plan is still to proceed with a hysterectomy. The surgery is planned for Friday, October 4.  Please pray for peace in the waiting and that the surgery will go as planned and be the last thing needed for treatment.  Thank you for your prayers.  Karen