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MN Christian Prayer Request Thread: Getting ready to celebrate Jesus' Birthday!! :-D

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CaptainDippy · 30/11/2010 18:01

Thought the last thread was getting a big long and as our car is not starting (eeeeek); I am taking the opportunity to start a new thread before DC's get home from Outlaws with DH ....

Here's the summary from the last thread:

Namechanger - Popped by to let us know that her DF's DS who collapsed with heart problems is making progress. He is being kept sedated until he is strong enough to have external pacemaker removed in order that he can have an MRI to ascertain more definitely what is wrong. He will almost definitely have to have an internal pacemaker / defib inserted before leaving the hospital - Any more on this!!?

DutchOma - Bob is now convalescing in a care home of sorts, until he is ready and strong enough to go home. He is making good progress and is eating, drinking and walking a little using a stick. DO is struggling in intervals with the stress of the situation and needs lots of TLC and prayer Smile

wisteriawoman - A suitable care home has been found for her father who is suffering from Dementia - praying he settles in well there Smile

weegiemum Popped by with requests! Her DD2 faces a possible hip operation in the near future; while her DS has to go to a specialist hospital to have an extra row of teeth removed. Her DD1 is being assessed for dyslexia and weegiemum's mental health has not been too good of late. She has recently been DX with a BPD. Also prayers for her DH who is looking into training for Ministry on a P/T basis ... Lots going on ....

MaryBS - Has had a lot on her plate and struggling with feelings of negativity and panic. Her DS and DD have been having bullying issues at school; and DS' behaviour is particularly reflecting this. Her BIL's brain tumour is growing again and his wife has suspected heart problems. Prayers that God would keep this precious family safe. xx

amber Has been struggling and panicking a lot. Wrap her up in your love, Lord. xx

Tooblessed - Passed her exam Grin

MrsC - Her DF who broke her leg badly is home and recovering, with good support around her Smile Prayers needed for a young family @ church who recently and very suddenly lost their dad Sad The family consist of his DW, 2 young DC's and another on the way Sad

PositiveAttitude - Survived her surgical ordeal is a relived to be told that her tumour was benign!!! Grin Wonderful news!! Smile

pipplin - Was told she would not be able to have DC; but she already has a precious little one and another on the way!! Smile Prayers for frightened feelings to be calmed and for a lovely pregnancy Smile

CazandBelle - Has started back at work (teaching) for the 1st time since losing lovely Belle in June; and is doing well. Prayers for her and her DH as they face the results of his recent lumbar puncture and various other tests ....

Saliswan - Has been rather poorly due to a flare up of her Crohn's Disease and is praying that her little one (PG) hangs on a bit longer before decide he/she needs to welcome the world!!!!!

TentativeSteps - Joined us to tell us of her recent regaining of Faith, after losing it about 8 yrs ago Smile Prayers for her as she restarts her journey with the Lord Smile

Vbusymum - Needs lots of prayers for her marriage, which is struggling very severely at the moment.

notsofarnow - Recently lost her grandfather and is really finding life all a bit much right now. Give her your strength and your love, Lord.

TeaandCakePlease - Would like lots of prayers for awkward family situations that are centering around Christmas - for more info here is the original thread for more info .... Prayers also that her STBXH finds a new job soon!!

Hermya - Has been really struggling with Mastitis since having her little one, but praise God, this has cleared up and he is latching on well and feeding properly!! Well Done you, Hermya!! WinkSmile

NorthernLurker's Sister and her partner enjoyed a beautiful Wedding in the snow this weekend just gone Smile NL's new BIL is suffering from terminal lung cancer and will recommence his radiation therapy soon. Prayers for them as they faces an uncertain amount of time together. This has been a particularly hard year for NL. Please Blessed this family as the look to spend a precious and special Christmastime together ....

itshappenedagain - Asked for prayers for her brother's recovery as he was caught in a bomb blast (he is in the Forces) and has suffered broken bones and number of injuries. How is he doing??

CaptainCaveman's DH is currently facing a horrid situation at work. Here is her original post pertaining to it:

"I come asking for prayers for dh who was suspended from work last week for allegedly allowing one of the cleaning team managers to allow her husband onto site 18 months ago to help with a cleaning operation. The man who suspended him was very cruel and verging on bullying, he didn't allow dh any support in the meeting, nor did he advise him he needed his union there. That aside, dh is extremely stressed and worried that he may lose his job. He has done nothing wrong, but the company he works for think nothing of 'compromising' people out of the business if they take a dislike to them! Please pray for dh's peace of mind, for the investigation to progress honestly and truthfully and swiftly, and for a quick resolution."

I sincerely hope his Hearing went well today and he is acquitted and reinstated ASAP. Smile xxxxxxx Let us know CC. xxxxx

LovesBeingaDaddysGirl - Recently lost her Father to cancer Sad Prayers for her and all her family in their sad loss. xx

mufti - Praise God for the safe arrival of M's Miracle baby (friend from church) Smile!!!!

...and finally ....

Prayers for CaptainDippy's FIL who will be undergoing quite major surgery on his Prostate on Sat am. Praying the op is straight-forward, as is the recovery. Prayers too for her BF's DH who poured boiling water on himself this morning. He is ok, but very sore and won't be going back to work for quite some time .....Not great when you are in the process of moving house an have five DC's!!!!!!!! Biscuit

Get Praying!!!!

WinkGrin

(Sorry for anything I have inadvertently missed out) .....

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amberlight · 28/12/2010 18:51

More prayers aplenty...for those in pain, those in shock, those in grief, those struggling to keep it all together, and those in need of friendship right now.

TotallyUnheardOf · 28/12/2010 23:07

Hear hear, amber. I am counting my many blessings here.

Am travelling back up north tomorrow and then have some mammoth sorting out to do (as I didn't unpack properly from the US before heading off again for Christmas), so I may go quiet for a while, but I will keep you all in my prayers.

CaptainDippy · 29/12/2010 19:46

A rather delayed Happy CHRISTmas from DippyLand Smile All a bit mad and hectic here, but what is new!!? WinkGrin

You have all been in thoughts and prayers at this happy, but difficult time for many - especially Jen, Caz & Box. Smile Lovely ladies Smile xx

Congratulations to Saliswan on the birth of Thomas - I hope you are getting along just dandy Smile

Glad the gift helps sooz Grin

Right, soooo tired, tea and then beddy beds ......

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madangelhaironchristmasday · 29/12/2010 20:29

Prayers please for my friend, her h announced the other day he was leaving her for someone else, just devastated :(

love and prayers for all.

Teaandcakeplease · 29/12/2010 20:32

Oh MHD I feel her pain, having walked that path myself, lifting her up right now Sad

The HTB course when she's ready is very good and I found it so helpful. Can recommend good books too if needed Sad

Praying for all as I read through.

ZipadiSoozi · 29/12/2010 22:58

Congratulations Swaliswan, welcome Baby Thomas xx

Thank you God for a lovely Christmas, made more special by you special ladieeeees! xx

CD - thank you xx

Yes kisses all round!
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

amberlight · 30/12/2010 11:42

Blush ooo, thanks!

Prayers aplenty for everyone.

Can we spare a prayer please for O, a friend's son age 5, who is in hospital with bad flu?

madangelhaironchristmasday · 30/12/2010 16:42

Praying for O, amber.

Soozi so glad you had a good Christmas :) :)

TACP, thank you. Could I ask you to give me some advice on how I can help my friend, if too raw for you no prob, just want to help her and not sure how, for instance could arrange a collection and get flowers etc to say we all love her but would that be just too much at this stage? any ideas from anyone appreciated. This was so out of the blue. Told her on Boxing Day :( They have 2 small children. Just so very sad :(

HallelujahHeisBorntoMary · 30/12/2010 17:20

Have emailed you MHD.

Praying for all. Sorry SS for not saying congratulations - am doing it now! :) Congratulations! :)

Knee saga goes on, as it is slowly healing, they are unwilling to operate, but when I pushed them, pointing out that this knee has been a problem for a number of years now, they've agreed to do an MRI scan and reassess in a couple of weeks. They've also given me a strap to wear, which is VERY uncomfortable!

Teaandcakeplease · 30/12/2010 18:05

I'd do a meal rota and offer babysitting on tap. Those two things can be hard, wanting to even eat yourself and struggling to make things more than fish fingers for your children. And coping with no one there to watch the kids apart from you, you can't even pop to the shop or run an errand without them, so having people you can call on anytime is so important and last but not least a listening ear as they cry, talk and go over and over the same painful things, someone who will never get bored of hearing the same ground covered as they wrestle with the pain and rejection.

DS is climbing all over me so I must dash, be back later x

madangelhaironchristmasday · 30/12/2010 19:32

Thanks TACP. I'm not near geographically so feel a bit powerless with practical stuff but can do my best to listen etc. I feel so awful for her :(

Mary will check my emails when can log into them (at parents.)

Teaandcakeplease · 30/12/2010 19:39

Oh shame I missed that. I ended up on anti depressants and needing counseling but not to begin with, I just lived on adrenaline to begin with inbetween the tears, prayers and general panic. Well you'll be an amazing listening ear, at the moment I don't think she'll be ready for books or the HTB Divorce and Separation Course, but once the dust settles a bit she will be. It's so painful Sad

jaffacakeaddict · 31/12/2010 10:23

I've been lurking - prayers for everyone. I'd also like to pray for anyone who finds this time of year difficult for whatever reason. I know several friends who will be sad about the loss of a loved one while everyone else is partying tonight.

And on that note I'd like to pass on my best wishes to everyone for 2011. I've only recently started posting on this section in Mumsnet but have got so much out of reading all the posts. It is amazing to see God at work in so many lives. Thanks to everyone for posting.

katsh · 31/12/2010 10:39

Morning. continuing to thank God for the prayers answered and praying on for many of you. Would you keep praying for my db. Having separated 3 mths ago and sharing residence 50:50 of his kids, his dw told him on Christmas Eve that she's going to move 300 miles away. He doesn't know if that means court will leave kids with him full time, or if he'll not have them but in hols. Awful. Those of you in similar marriage break ups are so much in my prayers too. I pray that 2011 is a year where we all know God's presence in our lives. Thanks for your prayers.

Notquitegrownup · 31/12/2010 11:58

Good morning all. Flying by to say hello and to wish you all a peaceful and blessed new year.

aaaand to ask a for prayer for next Sunday, as I have offered to lead a session at church entitled "Praying with the Internet" so will be telling the assembled gathering about you all. They are a random, self selecting group, and so please could you pray that I will be able to share sensitively and be open to say what is needed to lead people into a deeper understanding of prayer, of each other and of the their own needs.

Does anyone know any other websites which have online prayer groups too?

HallelujahHeisBorntoMary · 31/12/2010 13:04

Thats brill, NQGU. Ship of Fools also have an online prayer group, if that helps...

amberlight · 31/12/2010 13:25

i-Church do as well
www.i-church.org/courtyard/

Wishing everyone a New Year filled with hope

madangelhaironchristmasday · 31/12/2010 13:52

Praying for all.

My birthday today and getting spoilt and eating too much cake :) Wishing everyone a happy and blessed new year. x

JentlyDoesIt · 31/12/2010 15:07

Hello,
TACP, that was some very sound advice, although not going through a break up myself atm, obviously I am suffering a sudden single parent status so I found if really helpful, thank you xx

Happy Birthday MHD :-)

Well ladies, thank you soooooooooo much, today I have had not one BUT two gorgeous bunches of flowers delivered! Looks like the first one got missed and so they sent a second and both turned up together :o :) :o
It was a lovely surprise and made me cry a bit Blush thank you again!

Hope you all have a Happy new year and lots of love and prayers as we move forward to 2011.

J xx

HermyaTheRedNosedReindeer · 31/12/2010 16:04

MHD Happy Birthday!!! So sorry to hear about your friend.

I'm praying for everyone.

Not much to report here, all is well. DS is growing up way too fast for my liking. Oh congratulations SS on the birth of Thomas!!

I hope all of you are well!! Grin

OmaknitsbooteesforBabyJesus · 31/12/2010 20:07

Glad they arrived Jen. There is not much one can do or say in the circumstances, but we wanted you to know that we are right behind you in your difficulties with love and prayers.

Teaandcakeplease · 31/12/2010 20:48

oh jently my love, I often think of you, sending you huge ((hugs))

BoxofDelights · 31/12/2010 21:55

Adding my prayers for all on the thread. I am alone for New Year's again, so I am going to spend the transition of the year praying and giving thanks (and hope that 2011 will be a good one!)

ZipadiSoozi · 31/12/2010 23:34

MHD - Happy birthday xx

CaptainDippy · 01/01/2011 08:29

Ooooh, I get to be the 1st one to say HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Grin

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