Evangelical Free Church of Hershey

Hershey Free Church
Weekly Prayer List – Sunday, April 26, 2015
Please forward prayer requests and updates to Craig Koskela:
ckoskela@hersheyfree.com or 533-2092, ext. 2028
Please forward Missions prayer requests to Lyndsay Byler:
lbyler@hersheyfree.com or 533-2092, ext. 2008
MISSIONS
Rick and Clare, Southeast Asia
Rick and Clare serve faithfully in a complex cultural and religious group. Relationships provide
opportunities to share Christ and to touch the hearts of people in these groups. Rick and Clare
network believers for fellowship, contextual worship and music, training in evangelism, Bible
study and to grow in spiritual transformation. Clare ministers through prayer and friendship
evangelism. Please pray for the continuation of relationships and for deeper relationships with
people in their community.
Harry & Eileen Bettig, The Netherlands
Harry serves as director of the Media Services Department for Trans World Radio Europe,
which also includes the Middle East, Central Asia and North Africa. All administrative
activities and information for these areas are directed through this department so that TWR
cooperating broadcasters, national partners and various language departments are properly
served in their broadcast, programming and production needs. Eileen serves as the office
manager for their location in the Netherlands, copy editor for the regional magazine and as a
support-raising coach and trainer. Please pray…
 For new colleagues as they are desperately needed in their region – especially in these
departments: finance, IT, Central Asia (office located in Germany), Media Services (Harry’s
department). Bureaucratically-speaking (residency, work permits, etc.), it would be optimal if
they came from Europe.
 For an infusion of new energy, commitment and leadership into their Life Group.
 For Eileen: prioritization and good progress in writing Dad Bettig’s memoir.
 Each week Harry has deadlines for a variety of tasks, reports or meetings. Pray that he has
good mental energy to do his work and that he uses his time as efficiently as possible.
Paul & Cheryl, Asia
Paul and Cheryl They have developed three models for business. Paul is a Chairman who
oversees and participates in the ministry of the Healthy Foundations team, bringing the power
of Christ to centers of influence in areas such as: healthcare, education, business, family and
The Church. A family practice provides opportunity for Cheryl to teach at the local university,
to practice medicine and to provide care in a local leprosy village. Cheryl is also a Medical
Ministry Program Director and she oversees and participates in the healthcare ministry of the
team. Please pray for their ministry and for the seeds that are being planted through their
healthcare programs. Please pray for the many seniors in their care to hear and believe Christ
and his words.
Dale & Florence Johnson, Burkina Faso
Dale and Florence became part of the Hershey Free international ministry in 2006 through the
Consortium of local Free Churches. Previously, Dale served as the Director of the Center for
the Advancement of the Handicapped where he provided training and oversight for 30
employees. Florence managed the station employees, the guest house, and provided orientation
for short-term teams. In May 2014, Dale and Florence arrived in Ouagadougou, the capital city
of Burkina Faso. Dale now serves as the “Support Services Manager” on the administrative
team serving SIM missionaries and projects. Florence is a “Short-term Missionary and Team
Coordinator;” she provides orientation and debriefing for short-term missionaries and teams.
Please pray for their ministry and for the teams that arrive. May they be light and salt in their
area of service and in their work.
Dave & Denise Love, Texas
The Loves have been part of our mission family since 2000. After eight years of ministry in
Bogotá, Colombia, the political violence forced them to leave in 2002. Dave is the Academic
Dean at RGBI and recently the institute received a 10-year reaccreditation from the American
Bible College of Higher Education. Students from 18 countries receive scholarships to prepare
or ministry in their home countries. In the last year they have seen the Lord open doors for
Latino students to minister in Muslim countries because of similarity in culture. Please pray for
their ministry, for the school and for the students as they prepare for ministry around the globe.
CHURCH FAMILY
Surgeries/Hospitalizations
Betsy Brandyberry had same day surgery on Mar. 19 to treat severe pain in her Achilles tendon on her
right foot. Continues to have uncomfortable pain in her right ankle where the surgery was performed. Still
cannot place any weight on her right leg so she is not able to begin PT. Pray for full healing.
Roy Dice was in HMC overnight on Apr. 23 for treatment of a blood clot. He transferred to LVBH Royer
House to continue his recovery.
Bill Hawn transferred from HMC on Apr. 21 to ManorCare in Elizabethtown. Continues recovery from
surgery (Apr. 9) to repair a broken tibia bone below his knee. Also has a compression fracture in his back
and a broken rib. Will have PT to work through pain and improve strength. Praise! He did not contract
pneumonia. White blood count is high and on antibiotics as a precaution. Pray for safety as he travels
three days a week to continue dialysis at HMC. (Bill is father of Beth Moad).
Leah Kramer had outpatient surgery for kidney stones on Mar. 16. Very weak and can’t seem to regain
her strength. Can hardly walk. Also feeling down. Pray for the Lord’s peace and for full healing.
Laney Kreider (9 year-old daughter of Brandi & Dennis) had a seizure on Mar. 20. Was treated in HMC.
Has not had any more seizures since. Will have an MRI and EEG soon. Laney is at peace and trusting the
Lord for a complete healing. Pray for wisdom for the doctors in their diagnosis and treatment plan.
Emily Parker (10 year-old daughter of Cristi & Rob) has a large mass on her face in front of her ear. Had
surgery in 2013 to remove a small tumor in same area. Praise! MRI results showed no malignancy.
Following up with her doctor and an ENT. Surgery date not set yet. Pray for peace for Emily, a safe
surgery and that no damage is done to surrounding nerves/tissue.
Chrissy Nettekoven Spears is having a surgical procedure on her lower back to fix a spinal cord cyst on
Apr. 27. Pray that this experimental procedure goes smoothly, is effective and that there are minimal
complications with recovery.
Janet Wolgemuth continues to recover from successful outpatient hernia surgery she had on Mar. 11.
Pray for full healing.
Cindy Zeiter is home recovering from successful total left knee replacement surgery she had on Apr. 7.
This surgery is a follow-up to her broken left leg that occurred in Dec. 2013. Pray for a full recovery.
Healing/Health Issues
Steve Bollinger is improving. His pneumonia healed but he continues to have weakness in his body. Pray
for full healing.
Diane Coble is receiving hospice care. Pray for the Lord’s peace for Diane and her husband, Bob, during
this time.
Joyce Gardner (90 years old) recently received a diagnosis of suspected gastrointestinal cancer that has
metastasized to both lungs. Joyce has chosen to receive comfort care at home rather than pursuing
treatment for the cancer. Pray for peace and comfort for Joyce and family as they care for her in the
coming days. (Joyce is the mother of Kathy Wingert).
Devon Grant has an aortic root aneurysm. Still waiting on a treatment decision. Will meet with a
geneticist this week and then a surgeon to determine whether surgery will be needed sooner than later. For
complete details, log on to: www.caringbridge.org/visit/lorigrant
Lori Grant was diagnosed and had successful breast cancer surgery in Feb. Scans following surgery were
negative, but due to the type of cancer, she began chemo. Received her second of eight treatments on Apr.
22. For complete details, log on to: www.caringbridge.org/visit/lorigrant
Alvin Kemble has multiple malignant tumors. He is currently living with his son and daughter-in-law,
Roy and Linda.
Kathy Lehrman moved back home on Dec. 15 as she continues recovering from a stroke. Friends are
invited to continue to visit Kathy, but please call ahead to set up a day and time. For complete details
(including phone numbers), log on to: www.caringbridge.org/visit/kathylehrman
Jerlyn Newhouse continues outpatient PT at Penn State Hershey Rehabilitation Hospital as she recovers
from a stroke.
Nancy Santeusanio requests prayer for healing and for relief from side effects she is experiencing from
her medications – especially dry mouth syndrome.
Linda Spangler Having chemo treatment for cancer found in some lymph nodes. Test results on Mar. 16
were great! The cancer has shrunk. She is on very strong chemo, which weakens her, but she is rejoicing
over the good news.
Paul Whitmer was moved to the Carolyn Croxton Slane Hospice Residence in Harrisburg on Apr. 17.
He was treated for acute leukemia in HMC Medical ICU. Pray that Paul will have minimal pain and for
the Lord’s peace during this difficult time. Pray also for his wife, Doris, as she cares for him.
Sympathy to: Bob Kobler and family on the passing of his wife, Grace, who passed away on Wed.,
Apr. 22. Funeral service will be held on Tue., Apr. 28 at 11 a.m. at Hershey Free Church. Visitation will
be prior at 10 a.m.
SERVING IN THE MILITARY
(Names rotated weekly) Gilbert Rivera (friend of Donna Gordon’s family), Capt Jesse Sladek (cousin
of Danelle Bertozzi), CW3 Edward O. Smith (brother-in-law of Tracy & Jody Fausnight), ENS
Zachary Speck (grandson of Blanche Speck).
EXTENDED FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Surgeries/Hospitalizations
Mary Billig (cousin of Sylvia Houser) is in University of Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia after
having a freak accident. She was run over by a car that her 13 year-old granddaughter was attempting to
drive. She has multiple injuries including a hole in her aorta and is on life support.
Benjamin Bowman (brother of Mary Davis) had liver cancer surgery on Apr. 21. Pray for a successful
procedure and full healing.
Maura (mother of a friend of Marie Tennant) is in her late 50’s and has been hospitalized periodically for
high blood pressure, heart failure, and has a hard time breathing.
Aaron Moore (teenage grandson of Tom & Dawn Moore) Praise! Had a successful long and very
complicated surgery on Apr. 16 that involved a bone graft from hip to mouth palate and cartilage graft
from a rib to his nose. Aaron was born with a cleft palate and has had various surgeries over the years. He
is in a lot of pain. Pray for pain relief and an uncomplicated recovery.
Boone Reichert (brother of Joy Geesaman) had major colorectal cancer surgery on Apr. 13 in HMC.
Discharged early Sat. evening (Apr. 18) and readmitted on Sun. (Apr. 19) with complications. Pray for an
appetite and lack of nausea. Pray also for rest and encouragement for both Boone and his fiancée, Karen.
Healing/Health Issues
Sadie Allay (87 year-old mother of Cindy DuBrock) recently became ill and was hospitalized with
congestive heart failure and dementia. Now living with the Dubrocks. Becoming more frail. Requires
constant care to make certain she is eating, taking her meds, doesn’t fall, etc. Pray for her well-being and
salvation, and for wisdom for Cal and Cindy as they enter this new chapter.
Alex Hermann (9 year-old nephew of Pastor George & Rose Davis) Struck by a rogue bolt of lightning
on Aug. 26. Recovering at home. Pray that he begins to walk, for continued heart issues and overall
healing. God has been so faithful. Continue to pray for Rose’s brother and sister-in-law, Roger and
Jadwiga.
Roy (husband of a friend of Joe Deibert) was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Pray for the
Lord’s peace for Roy and his wife, Ellen.