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This prayer wall is for attendees of Koinonia Fellowship only. If you do not attend please refrain from submitting a prayer request and instead talk to the leadership in your local church. Once your prayer request is received, we will screen it and post as we see is appropriate. Feel free to submit as many prayer requests as you like!
Mary Ellen C
Please pray for thyroid tests I'm having this week, Wed and Thurs. And also for the increasing severe pain my mom has in her hands and wrists. Thank you.
Received: January 3, 2023
CompassCare
32 women and their babies were served at CompassCare this week between the 3 offices.
Prayer - Grace came for an appointment at CompassCare's Buffalo medical office recently. She said she needs to get an abortion because she is too young to raise a child and worries continuing her education while parenting would be difficult. Although she professes Christian faith, Grace told her nurse she feels abortion is justifiable at the beginning of pregnancy because she feels "it's not a real baby yet."
The viability of her pregnancy could not be determined through the ultrasound exam due to how early Grace's pregnancy was. Grace made a return appointment for a repeat ultrasound. However, when a blizzard of historic proportions hit Buffalo, Grace called to cancel her appointment. "I'm snowed in and there's a driving ban," she told the scheduler. By His grace, through His people, God has made a way for CompassCare to serve women anywhere they are—even when snowbound in their homes—through TeleCare. When offered this option, Grace agreed to meet with a nurse virtually.
Empowered by the information she received during her TeleCare appointment, Grace decided to safeguard her health by canceling the abortion appointment she had scheduled for the next day. She saw the value in getting another ultrasound exam to determine viability before making any further decisions regarding her pregnancy. "I'll come back to CompassCare...when the driving ban is lifted," she said.
The ultrasound exam revealed a tiny child with a beating heart. "It makes a huge difference seeing the baby," Grace remarked. "I should tell my mother." She has not yet decided to carry her pregnancy to term but says the father of the baby will support whatever she chooses.
Please pray God continues to work in Grace's heart with life-saving power. Pray her Christian faith is strengthened and she has the power to honor God's gift of life through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.
Praise - Jane had been told it would be difficult if not impossible for her to conceive a child. To her great surprise, a home pregnancy test showed a positive result several weeks ago. Although abortion wasn't her only thought, it was a serious consideration. She works a demanding job and was emotionally shocked when she realized her life could change dramatically if she chose to parent her child. The father of the baby wanted her to get an abortion.
Being a medical professional, Jane saw the value in the services available at CompassCare, so she drove to one of CompassCare's medical offices from a neighboring county. Her ultrasound exam revealed a healthy baby. When she heard the strong heartbeat, Jane remarked, "I think God sent me here." Her nurse took the opportunity to share the gospel with her. Although she wasn't ready to surrender her life to Christ, she promised to give the message some thought.
A week later, Jane's nurse reached out to her. "I'm going to have the baby," Jane announced. Her mom supports her decision and she already connected with an OB/GYN who will be supervising her pregnancy.
Praise God for giving Jane the courage and conviction to continue her pregnancy! Pray she and her child thrive and grow under His grace in the days to come.
Received: January 3, 2023
john pupparo
My grandson, beloved Ryan my pride and joy after Jesus, is sick and been vomiting all day. Pray he and all the children become well that are sick.
Received: December 25, 2022
Tony L.
Please pray for Andrea Latragna's brother Charlie who is in the ICU dealing with cancer treatment side effects.
Received: December 25, 2022
Colleen Connelly
Please pray for my sister Charleen H. She had sepsis and open heart surgery. She's home now but battling COVID-19. I ask you to lift her up to the Lord.
Received: December 25, 2022
Anonymous
We had a scary prenatal appt. and may have an issue with our pregnancy. We see a specialist tomorrow. We are praying to a God of miracles, peace, and Immanuel - God With Us - to see us through.
Received: December 21, 2022
CompassCare
Reports from CompassCare: 33 clients are being served this week in the Rochester, Buffalo, and Albany clinics. Please pray for the Lord's presence, power, and peace to be manifested in their appointments. ------- "Amy" was partway into the process of enlisting in the military when she discovered that she is pregnant. "The timing isn't right," she said, not wanting to disappoint her parents by changing her plans. She and her boyfriend agree she needs to get an abortion without telling anyone else about the pregnancy. Amy's pregnancy was too early to confirm via ultrasound. "For a moment, I thought I should continue," she told her CompassCare nurse. "But now my mind is back to reality." Twice she expressed regret and sadness over her plan to get an abortion. "I have to do this..." she said. Amy plans to return to CompassCare for another appointment. Pray God works in her heart to give her hope for a future that includes carrying her pregnancy to term. -------- "Aria" came to CompassCare after receiving a positive result on a home pregnancy test. She talked with a few important women in her life who had varying opinions on what she should do. Her mother gave no advice but expressed support for her no matter what she decides. She said her culture looks down on abortion and she doesn’t believe in it herself. “I just don’t know what to do,” she said. “I need to talk to someone who won’t pressure me.” The father of the baby joined her for the ultrasound exam. He was pleasant and expressed a desire for Aria to continue her pregnancy and raise the baby. Due to the early stage of her pregnancy, it was too early to confirm viability. Later in her appointment, Aria's mind was made up. “I’m not getting an abortion,” she said firmly. “It’s my decision and I don’t want that guilt on me.” Aria said she is confident she and the father of the baby will be able to work hard and support themselves and the baby. She was grateful to learn about the MotherCare mentors who are ready to walk alongside her in her pregnancy, giving her the help she has been searching for along her parenting journey. When her nurse began to share the gospel, Aria was receptive and said she feels God has been at work in her life. “He allowed this to happen to help me grow up,” she commented. Her demeanor at the end of the appointment was cheerful and hopeful. Expressing her gratitude, she said, “Thank you for talking with me!”
Received: December 20, 2022
Pastor Ray
Please pray for the Lord's comfort and grace for Susan Pazda at the passing of her sister. ------- Dates for the Celebration of Life Services for Ed Cook and Jack Janson have yet to be determined, but Jack's burial will take place at a private ceremony on Thursday. ------ UPDATE: Bob Falkowitz was released from the hospital and is home recovering from bruises and contusions suffered in last week's car crash.
Received: December 19, 2022
Pastor Ben
Ed Cook went Home to be with his Savior last night (Thurs.). Pray for the Lord's comfort, guidance, grace and peace for his wife Dorothy, and for his family. ------- Please pray for God's healing for Bob Falkowitz, who is currently hospitalized for observation following a car crash Thursday. Tests did not reveal any major injuries, PTL! ------- Continue to pray for the Lord's healing touch, peace, and provision for Deb Wheeler. Pray she receives the assistance she needs in handling her affairs.
Received: December 16, 2022
Jack Slocum
UPDATE: Please continue to pray for Jan for healing. She is now dealing with some adverse side effects from one of her meds. Thanks so much.
Received: December 16, 2022
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