A family from our church is in need of prayers. A father of 5 children--the oldest is 15, I think--collapsed while running this morning. His heart arrested, for an unknown-as-yet reason. He is a cross-country coach, so this is very unexpected. He is currently in the intensive care unit, and his wife would really appreciate prayers.
Thanks for the power of prayer.

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Absolutely, sending prayers now for both him and the family.
ReplyDeleteOh, how scary. We are praying for them all.
ReplyDeleteLifting him up right now asking for healing and strength for him and for his family. blessings, marlene
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