Hunter Hoffman

Background: Hunter recently completed his first round of radiation and is awaiting further tests and results, with chemotherapy likely to follow. A recent scan revealed two new spots on his brain, though it’s still unclear whether these are tumors or effects of the radiation. An official report is expected soon, and important decisions will follow. Hunter and Marci deeply appreciate your continued prayers and support as they face these uncertain next steps.

Ez and Leanna Schmucker

4/3/2025: Ez was transferred to Hubbard Hill Rehabilitation on Monday, March 30.

Leanna had an appointment yesterday, April 2. She is scheduled to have a bone marrow biopsy. After those results, they will decide if she needs a new medication or not.

Continue praying for strength and wisdom for the family as they face what’s ahead.

3/26/2025: Carol Glaser and Corina Gongwer’s parents are facing significant health challenges. Ez is living with Parkinson’s disease and has suffered a few strokes, while Leanna is undergoing treatment for leukemia, and her prognosis remains uncertain. Please keep the family in your prayers as they navigate this difficult and trying season.

Steve Clark

3/3/2025: Steve was released back home to finish his recovery process. Prayers for continued healing and protection as he regains his strength and mobility.

2/20/2025: On Monday morning, Steve fell and was taken to the ER, where it was discovered that he had two cracked ribs. He’s been in severe pain and went home to rest, but returned to the ER on Tuesday, where they found he had developed pneumonia. He was moved to Restoracy of Goshen Rehab last week.

Caden Miller

Shelly & Sean McCrindle

2/6/2025: Sean & Shelly McCrindle experienced a house fire on 1/22/25.  Everyone is o.k. and they are deeply thankful for that. Continue praying for the family as they work with insurance and find a new normal. The meal train is currently full, but gift cards for restaurants and groceries are other ways we can help ease the burden they are feeling.

Caleb Gunawan

12-11-2024: Caleb is back to normal and doing well. A correction from last week’s note is that his type of cancer is not considered brain cancer, but neuroblastoma.

You can read more about his journey by clicking the link below!

Caring Bridge

12-5-2024: On Sunday, December 1, Caleb (son to Martin and Chika, pictured center) experienced a seizure. Caleb is in remission for a rare form of brain cancer. There was concern about his previous cancer diagnosis, so for precaution, he was taken to Memorial Hospital for further testing. The Dr’s at Memorial have communicated with his cancer treatment team and agreed it didn’t seem like a sign of the cancer being back. They are still unsure of what caused the seizure, but there is a plan if future seizures occur.

Pray for peace and rest for the family as they manage these unanswered concerns and pray that this was his first and last seizure.

Ernie Slabach

12-5-2024: Ernie had a neurologist appointment today. We are awaiting more information from the results of that appointment.

11-27-2024: Ernie is still having cognitive and balance issues, so they are managing these difficulties until his appointment with the neurologist in December. Be praying for patience as they wait and healing!

Roy Renfro history

12-19-24: Pray for strength and resilience for Roy as he endures chemo treatments. Pray that God would sustain his body, provide relief from the physical toll of the chemotherapy, and give him moments of rest and peace. Also, lift up Roy and Lisa’s spirits, as this journey can be emotionally and mentally exhausting, and they need God's presence to bring comfort and hope in the midst of it all.

BACKGROUND - In March (2021) Roy was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. He has been receiving treatment since early April (2021). In July (2022) Roy underwent scans and it was found that the spots on his lungs have responded well to treatment however, the spot on his brain has doubled in size. He is currently receiving chemotherapy.

11-5-2024: Roy was placed back on Chemo this week. His doctors didn’t feel he could take the full 10 weeks off. Keep Roy and Lisa in your prayers as they begin this journey again.

10-31-24:  Continue to pray for Roy & Lisa!  Keep praying for God’s strength and endurance through this treatment

10-24-24: Roy found out that his lungs are doing well in response to the Chemo and they are pausing the chemo for 10 weeks.  This is a bit of good news and will likely lead to him feeling better.  He will continue with the radiation on his brain.  Thank you for your continued prayers for Roy & Lisa!

Brad and Tina Whitehead- Granddaughter Natalie

10-29-24 Update: Natalie’s results have come back from her tests. Once again, the findings are unexplainable. It’s believed that Jesus has healed her esophagus! However, the doctors are continuing to explore all possibilities and will conduct a test to check if there’s an issue with her brain's communication, similar to what occurred with her stomach's digestion.

The family is incredibly thankful and continues to praise the Lord for His miraculous work in her life. All glory is given to Jesus for her healing! They appreciate everyone’s ongoing support and prayers during this time.

10-15-24: Natalie is home from the hospital and her hemoglobin is up to a 12! Her scope and biopsies have been moved to Tuesday, October 22. Please continue in prayer for her and her family as they move forward with treatment and testing.

10-3-24: Brad and Tina’s 12-year-old granddaughter, Natalie (pictured on the far left) is facing multiple health challenges. She is currently receiving care at Riley’s Children’s Hospital, dealing with an esophagus issue called dysmotility. The doctors will be performing biopsies to check for tumors and to develop a treatment plan. In addition to this, she has a blood disorder and other gastrointestinal issues.

Please keep Natalie, her parents Jennifer and Herbert, and the rest of the family in your prayers as they wait for answers.

Wayne Beachy

12-5-2024: Wayne is settling in at home and adapting to the changes in ability and his care needs. Pray for guidance and patience as they all are adjusting to their new normal.

11-28-2024: Wayne is headed home from rehabilitation today! Praise God for having His hand in this process and continue to pray for Wayne’s healing as he transitions back home.

10-17-24: Wayne is steadily making progress in his physical therapy at the Maples. While the duration of his stay remains uncertain, we ask for prayers for ongoing strength and resilience for both Wayne and Emma as they navigate this time together.

10-10-24: Wayne Beachy had a difficult fall last week and is currently at the nursing center rehab at Waterford Crossing. Thankfully he did not suffer any broken bones from the fall; however, his coordination, balance, short-term memory, and strength have been somewhat affected by his stroke and seizure. Please pray for his quick recovery and healing during this time.

Ruby Bontrager

10-3-24: Ruby experienced intense leg pain last Friday. She has been undergoing therapy at Greencroft to aid her recovery, with hopes of being released in a few weeks. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers for relief from her pain.

Rhoda Mininger

10-3-24: Rhoda worked hard in rehab therapy and was discharged on September 27. Though she's now home, she faces new challenges—like needing assistance with certain tasks, including her bathroom routine—since her legs must remain elevated straight in front of her.
Pray for Ken & Rhoda as they manage this new set of challenges and for quick healing of her leg!

9-10-24 BACKGROUND - While in her garden, Rhoda fell and broke her leg. She used the wrong technique in her wheelchair to reach for a watering can, which caused her to lose balance. Though she managed to control the fall, she still broke her left femur just above the knee.
Because she doesn’t feel pain in much of her body, her system reacted with sweating and shaking, signaling that there may be a problem. In the hospital, she also experienced blood pressure and oxygen fluctuations, likely due to the pain. Thankfully, she didn’t sustain any further injuries, especially to her upper body or head. She was moved to Greencroft for rehab therapy.

Hunter Hoffman

2/6/2025: Hunter started radiation treatment last week. Please keep Hunter and Marci in your prayers as they rely on God's faithfulness for strength and direction during this new phase. Pray for balance in their lives as they navigate both work and cancer treatments!

Background: On December 30th, Hunter underwent brain surgery to remove a brain tumor. The surgery was successful, but his diagnosis was Grade 4 Glioblastoma.

12/31/2024- Thank you for praying for Hunter, Marci and their families. They are all very grateful and are feeling the impact of your prayers.

Hunter’s surgery was successful in removing the tumor! He was responsive, verbal and even had a strong sense of humor after waking up last night. He will likely be released from the hospital today.

Unfortunately, they received the difficult news that his diagnosis is Grade 4 Glioblastoma. Continue praying for the Hoffman’s and their family as Hunter faces chemo and radiation. They are hopeful God will heal Hunter and would appreciate the continued prayers as they begin this tough journey with cancer.

12/27/2024- Hunter and Marci met with Hunter’s neurosurgeon yesterday and received some tough news. The tumor that originally appeared to be small and benign in his brain is growing rapidly. While they won’t know anything for certain until the tumor is biopsied, it currently appears to be a high-grade glioma, most likely grade 3 or 4, which is a fast-growing, cancerous brain tumor. Due to its aggressive nature, Hunter is scheduled to undergo brain surgery on Monday to remove as much of the tumor as possible. If the biopsy confirms the anticipated diagnosis, he will require several months of chemotherapy and radiation thereafter.

They are trusting that God is in control of the situation and are seeing signs of His presence throughout this process. They are very grateful to be working with Hunter’s neurosurgeon and feel confident that Hunter is in good hands during the surgery.

Join us in praying for Hunter and Marci, that they may experience peace and assurance, knowing that God is ahead of them in this journey. Additionally, pray for wisdom for Hunter’s neurosurgeon and medical team.

10-10-24 UPDATE: Hunter was discharged last Thursday, as his episodes have ceased due to the medication. He is still experiencing some difficulty with writing and forming texts. Follow-up monitoring and an MRI with mapping are scheduled in the next month or two to gather important information about his brain in case surgery is needed to remove the mass. We thank God for His provision and for how far Hunter has come in just a week! Please keep Hunter in your prayers for continued healing and strength.

10-3-24: Hunter is responding well to medication and experiencing fewer seizures. If his seizures can be managed with medication, surgery may be avoided. The doctors are carefully considering the best treatment options, aiming to avoid surgery due to its risks. If he continues to improve, he may be released from the hospital soon. Pray for wisdom for the medical staff, complete healing for Hunter, and strength and encouragement for him, Marci, and their families during this challenging time.

10-1-24 Background - Hunter Hoffman was taken to Parkview Hospital after he started having seizures on Sunday. An MRI showed a small benign tumor in the left side of his brain. They will be consulting with a neurosurgeon today to determine next steps.

Please be in prayer for Hunter, his wife Marci (Miller) and their families. Specifically, prayers for guidance as they make decisions and peace and protection for Hunter if/when he goes into surgery. Be praying for wisdom for the doctors and surgeons and that they would be able to completely remove the tumor to prevent any regrowth in the future.

Tonya Holmen

9-25-24 - UPDATE - Due to some complications; Tonya they have adjusted Tonya’s chemo treaments.

9-12-24 BACKGROUND - Tonya has been undergoing chemo & radiation for cancer.  This is her second journey with cancer.  She is having a number of strong and negative side effects to the chemo and is in consult with the doctor to consider other options.  Pray for God’s comfort and for the effectiveness of the treatment!

Kelly Thomas

7-25-24 UPDATE - Kelly is home and recovering.  Thank for praying!

7-18-24 UPDATE - Kelly Thomas has been admitted to Goshen Hospital with extreme water retention as a side effect from some changes in her medications. This has caused her to be at times incoherent with slurred speech. They are slowly adjusting her meds and she is beginning to have some significant relief.  They anticipate her recovery to be slow and may need some time in a rehab facility after she is discharged from the hospital.  Thanks for praying for Kelly & Patrick.

Dean Miller

7-18-24 UPDATE - Dean continues to improve daily and is returning for a follow-up tomorrow.  Thanks again for praying!

7-11-24 UPDATE - Surgery went well on Tuesday.  The doctors said it went completely as planned.  Dean is now home and recovering!  They are deeply thankful for your prayers!

6-13-24 UPDATE - Dean’s surgery is scheduled for July 9th at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.  He was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and the doctors feel he is a good candidate for a partial removal.  They are happy to report that recent tests show that the cancer is isolated.  Pray for wisdom for the doctors and God’s healing during Dean’s recovery!

Myron Schwartz

5-23-24 UPDATE - Myron is doing well.  He has been able to drive some and continues to get more and more hours at work.  Healing has been slow but steady.  Thank you for praying for him!

4-11-24 BACKGROUND - Be in prayer for Myron Schwartz who recently ruptured a disc in his back.  He had been having excruciating pain the last few weeks and was admitted to the hospital where they determined that he had 4 bulging discs - one of which had ruptured.  As no operational procedure can repair the ruptured disc the course of treatment will be 6 weeks of physical therapy and careful immobilized rest.  Be praying for healing in his back and wisdom as they navigate this unexpected challenge.

Bralynn Rhodes

5-23-24 UPDATE - BRALYNN IS HOME!  Alex & Rachel are deeply thankful for your prayers over the last 7 months.  Keep praying that she stays healthy!

10-11-23 BACKGROUND - Alex & Rachel Rhodes had their first baby VERY premature.  Little Bralynn was born at 23 weeks at 1 lb 5 oz.  She is being cared for at Ft. Wayne Regional NICU.

Collette Webb

Please join us in prayer for Brad and Tina Whitehead’s granddaughter Collette. She is pictured her with her cousins. Collette is in the middle. She (age 9) was born with a heart defect (cleft leaflet of the mitral valve-moderate plus leakage). It was discovered when she was 3 yrs old. She will be having open heart surgery on July 18th in Ann Arbor, MI. Recovery will last 4-6 weeks. Please also keep in your prayers her father and mother (Brad and Jessica), Kaelyn (big sister) and her twin Olivia.

Priscilla Nisly

2-29-24 UPDATE- Priscilla had surgery on her right knee for the nerve damage, on Monday. All went as well as her surgeon had hoped it would. The result will be better known after recovery. Please keep Priscilla’s full healing in your prayers; most especially for her pain as Priscilla cannot take pain medication (she struggles with severe nausea with pain medicine).

9-7-23 UPDATE - Priscilla has severe peroneal nerve damage, causing the foot drop. Her physician is starting her on a medication to hopefully speed up the recovery.

BACKGROUND -  Priscilla had surgery on her left knee in March 2022 and then again on 12-14-22 due to necrosis. She had surgery on her right knee on 4-26-23.

Kelly Thomas

2-29-24 UPDATE- Please keep Kelly in your prayers. She has been hospitalized at Elkhart Hospital with fluid on her heart. We will update you when we get more details.

Anna Petersheim

1-31-24 UPDATE- Praising God, Anna’s lab results looked great! She will have another MRI in May and continue on her current treatment plan!

1-18-24 UPDATE- Anna had several labs run and she is waiting for the results before she begins the new supplements. Her DO will likely have a better idea of whether her tumor is malignant or not. Keep praying!!

12-14-23 UPDATE- Anna’s treatment will include a strong protocol of supplements with the hope of shrinking the tumor. She is working with a DO, and her caregiver is no longer certain the tumor is not malignant. Please keep Anna in your prayers for complete healing and God’s good will.

11-2-23 UPDATE- Anna’s physicians found a spot on her hip in a CAT Scan that looks suspicious. She will have an MRI in two weeks to better determine what it is. Please keep her and her physicians in your prayers for an accurate diagnosis, peace specifically for Anna as she waits and full healing!

Cheryl Caffee

2-15-24 UPDATE- Cheryl got approved for continuing PT at 2 x/week! She also had labs run on Tuesday at Goshen Oncology that she felt very good about. Pain is still decreasing, praise God!

1-31-24 UPDATE- Cheryl’s inflammation seems to be lessoning and movement improving!! Please pray her insurance company grants more PT sessions as that has seemed to help significantly!! Her spirits remain high!!

1-18-24 UPDATE- All of Cheryl’s scans, heart health and labs from the Mayo Clinic look really good!!! She is still struggling with back/hip pain/inflammation issues.  She will continue with PT, massage and acupuncture. May try lowering her steroid dose next month. Keep praying, healing is happening!!!

7-19-23 UPDATE -The results from ALL of the tests reveal “NO evidence of tumor recurrence in either lower extremity” and “NO evidence of new metastasis”!!!!

BACKGROUND - Cheryl is battling Metastatic melanoma.

Roy Renfro

2-22-24 UPDATE - Roy’s continued chemo treatment is really wearing him down.  They would love your prayers for them.  Soon they will do another brain scan to check on the status.  Pray specifically for the pain in his joints & the fatigue caused by the chemo.

6-19-23 UPDATE - Roy and Lisa wanted to share the following message:

"Thank you to everyone that has lifted us up in prayer and offered support through Roy’s cancer journey. We have felt so loved and cared for! We received the results of Roy’s PET scan this morning and are praising God! There are no new cancer spots and the ones that were there are not currently active. The cancer is NOT GONE, but not progressing, either. This is a huge cause for celebration – all the glory to God!

BACKGROUND - In March (2021) Roy was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. He has been receiving treatment since early April (2021). In July (2022) Roy underwent scans and it was found that the spots on his lungs have responded well to treatment however, the spot on his brain has doubled in size. In August (2022) he discontinued immunotherapy due to painful side effects.

Myron Bassett

2-15-24 BACKGROUND - Be praying for Myron was recently diagnosed with a form of Leukemia.  He had some tests done this past week and it is determined that the cancer is also in his bone marrow.  He has already begun a course of treatment to keep the cancer from growing.  

Rebecca Ropp

1-18-24 UPDATE - Keep praying for Rebecca - especially as she navigates the harmful affects of chemo.  

7-19-23 UPDATE - Rebecca began her most recent round of treatment.  Loss of energy is her most severe symptom.

BACKGROUND - Rebecca Ropp went to her doctor for a PET scan on Friday 10-14-22 for her lungs. They found and began treating her for small cell carcinoma. After much treatment the doctors determined that they may have been treating her for the wrong kind of cancer.  An additional biopsy that her breast cancer had returned from years ago.

GENE MILLER

1-29-24 UPDATE FROM ELNORA - “We were in for a three month cancer check-up for Gene. From the CT scan, they saw nothing suspicious in his lungs.  There were some scars from lymph nodes in his belly. No new or enlarged lymph nodes.  All the results from the blood work were good. We are praising the Lord!

We started seeing an eye specialist in Fort Wayne for macular degeneration and have begun getting shots. We are confident that the same Lord is healing or has already healed his eyeballs and thanking him for it.

We were in again this afternoon and they reported a significant improvement in the left eye they had put a shot in. Today they did both eyes.”

12-22-22 BACKGROUND - Gene has been diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia,CLL. He has started getting infusions of antibodies this week and they plan to give them monthly. He is feeling good and still working 6 hour days. Prayers for complete healing are appreciated.

Anna Miller

2-8-24 UPDATE - Anna has made significant improvement in her recovery these last few days.  Thank you for your prayers and support!

1-25-24 BACKGROUND - Be praying for Anna (Gary) Miller.  On Thursday (Jan 25th) Anna had a 5 1/2 hour surgery to remove a section of intestine due to a blockage. Also she had a second operation at the same time to reattach her bladder and uterus. It was a miracle and a huge blessing that they were able coordinate the 2 surgeons together for this one emergency surgery. She came through the surgeries well. She was able to come home on Sunday. It will require some extensive recovery time.  We are thankful that her recovery is going well so far. Thank you for your prayer and support.  We have put together a meal train to give them some support through the next few weeks!

Lisa Maust

1-31-24 UPDATE- Lisa continues to make great progress with her healing!! She has already gained some vision and her physician is very pleased! She is nearly free of all restrictions.

1-25-24 UPDATE- Surgery went well!! Keep praying that the Spirit helps Lisa manage her recovery especially having to be prone while juggling her severe hypoxemia and sleep apnea!!! She has a follow up appointment with the surgeon on Monday.

BACKGROUND - Please join us as we pray for Lisa. She is having surgery on Friday the 19th to have an epiretinal membrane removed because it’s pulling on her retina. Recovery is face down for a week, then some other restrictions for a month. She is also struggling with mild sleep apnea with severe nocturnal hypoxemia. She is concerned with how this issue might interfere with her need to be prone for the healing process. The surgery will be in Niles, MI. Thanks so much for partnering with us in prayer!

EDNA SHETLER

2-1-24 UPDATE - Edna and Mel met with the Neurosurgeon yesterday who said that the blood spot on her brain is gone and Edna is released from any restrictions! She continues to feel better and they appreciate your prayers on their behalf!  

1-25-24 UPDATE - Edna continues to heal.  She has occasional dizziness.  They have an appointment with a neurosurgeon next week to check on her progress.  

BACKGROUND -  Be praying for Edna (Mel) Shetler.  She had a recent fall on the ice and hit her head.  She was taken to the hospital where it was determined that she suffered a skull fracture and concussion.  They also noticed a small brain bleed.  After a time of observation they were released to go home.  She still has some dizziness but is healing well.

Amy Bates

10-25-23 UPDATE - Surgery went well.  Amy is back in Goshen recovering!  

10-11-23 UPDATE - Amy’s surgery is scheduled for tomorrow (Friday).  Let’s pray with her for a quick recovery!

BACKGROUND 9-28-23 - Amy has a number of health issues that prevents her from attending on Sunday morning but she is a part of our church every week online!  She has an upcoming surgery in Indianapolis and would love prayer for healing and God’s protection!

Esther Yoder

9-21-23 UPDATE- Esther’s vision has improved greatly with the use of her eye drops that have significantly reduced the pressure in her eyes. She has also found employment and starts work on Tuesday. Thank you so much for your prayers. Praising God together.

8-17-23- Esther had her second cataract surgery this morning. Please pray for speedy recovery and full vision restoration!

8-3-23- Surgery went well. Her eyesight continues to clear, but not fully yet.

3-30-23 BACKGROUND-  Esther had emergency eye surgery called a vitrectomy.  

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