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June 2010 - MN Christian Prayer Request Thread: Captain Dippy apologises for going AWOL ....

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CaptainDippy · 18/06/2010 11:34

She's back!!!!!!

Gosh, I am soooo sorry for a rather prolonged absence. Since going on holiday last month to Center Parcs I just feel like life has been zoooooooooming along at about 100 mph. I kept meaning to catch up here, but never quite meaning to do it. so sorry!! Having said that, I have been "chatting" to DO, Mary, Jen and others on Facebook a bit and Mary very^ kindly took my 'phone call about my mother outlaw's friends' daughter and granddaughter who have been involved in the horrific car crash.....

There was no one else involved. It seems that the daughter just drove into the wall of a shopping centre. No idea why. It was though initially that the granddaughter had the more severe injuries and was airlifted to hospital; but the daughter had to be cut out of the car and turned out to have the worse injuries. They have both been through hours or surgery and are now in induced comas. They both have some really awful injuries including broken bones, major internal abdominal injuries, possibly spinal problems and the granddaughter has concussion and possible major cranial injuries. It is just unthinkable awful. Please, please just pray for a miracle. The major worry at the moment is the daughter's abdominal injuries might cause Peritonitis, which could prove very serious. She also has a very dangerous blood clot in the top of her thigh. I just cannot imagine what her parents are going through, and her husband. This is all too awful.

Gosh.

Well I have a summary of all the prayer requests from the beginning of May to the present for you all. I am afraid I just simply couldn't cope with summarising April as well. I hope you don't mind!!

Here they are:

Mary - Has been very very hormonal and struggling emotionally recently. She is worried that she might be going into pre-menopause. She has also asked for prayers for DH's mum who has just collapsed following a Stroke. It seems the Stroke has only mildly affected her, but lots of prayers for her recovery please. A heart murmur has also been discovered too.

LittleFish - Praises God for the disappearance of her cousin's Cancer and for finding a new teaching job, which she will start soon great stuff!!

MrsCadwaller - Has finished her exams and coursework!!!!! Praying that they can "get back to normal" as a family now and start enjoying life a bit more!! Continued prayers for Mrs.C's DF who recently lost a baby through an Ectopic PG.

BrokenBananaTantrum - (Love the name ) Asked for prayers for another MN poster who has given birth to very prem twins. Any more news on this??

Saliswan is PG with DC3 She is worried about how she is going to cope with 3 children and scared of having a MC too. Wrap her up in your love, Lord. xx

PositiveAttitude - DH has handed in his notice at work and is now looking to see what God has in store for them Prayers that they would be clear in what lies ahead ....

Amber - was v.low at the beginning of May.

MoreTeaandCakePlease - Struggles with the complexities of her relationship with her husband who has left her for someone else. He recently said her had ended the relationship, but it would now seem that he hasn?t. Protect MTACP and her precious family Lord and show them they way they should walk in this..... Prayers for her mum who is having hip and knee problems and is in a lot of pain at present; and for her friend Emma who has two children and another on the way and is in an abusive relationship. Prayers that she can find a way to walk out ....

MadHairDay - Prayers for her friend L's teenage DD who has Anorexia and is in a very bad way at present. Prayers for MHD's poor DD whose Psoriasis has spread to her face and is causing her a lot of discomfort Prayers for her neighbour who has had to have Cervical Stitch at 24 wks and be on permanent bed rest to prevent a pre-term labour and birth. MHD also needs lots of prayers for her health as she is struggling with a lung disease which made soon need operating on . Keep her well Lord. xx

DutchOma - Prayers for her DF Kathy who is not well herself, but is also caring for both of her parents who have health problems too and whose newborn Grandson (Morgan) has been in Great Ormond Street Hospital who an undeveloped heart valve. This has been operated on and Morgan is doing well and has been transferred to his local hospital

Hermya - Praise God for a low result on her Quad Test in her PG with DC3 who looks to be a boy She has also had a scare with some bleeding too. Protect her and her unborn child, Lord. Prayers for her families financial situation, which is not good at the moment too; and for friends who have been involved in an accident and may be prosecuted.

BlueEyeShadow - Prayers that her DS would sleeeeeeeeeeeeeep!!! Also for her friend who has recently lost her Nan and for neighbours who has their son, son's GF and three yr old staying with them. Their three yr old has ADHD, which is not being handled and controlled very well.

WeirdBird - Has Polyhydramnios and is struggling with increasing gain in size. She started having some pre-term contractions and has had injections of steroids for the baby's lungs. Protect her and protect her baby too, Lord. Prayers also for the families finances too, which are in a bit of a state of flux at the moment.

WeegieMum - Has been struggling with depression recently. Protect her, Lord. xx

JentlyDoesIt - DP has been made redundant and his trial is due to start again in Dec. This a such a hard time for them as a family. Praying that God would carry them through. xx

CaptainCaveman - Her neighbour who had the brain tumour sadly passed away Prayers for their family as they come to terms with their loss. Prayers also for a colleague of CC's who has just discovered their newborn grandchild has Downs. Prayers for the whole family as they adjust.

GoatsClimbTrees - Asked for prayers for all those affected by the tragic school bus crash in the Lakes.

Soooooooz - BIG prayers for her poor DH who is suffering with a horrible abscess in his mouth

Lulumama - Asked for prayers for Baby E's cranial surgery on June 7th - She has reported back that Baby E is making a remarkable recovery Praise God!!

Phew!

Please update on any of this situations if you can and do add prayer requests as and when

Oh, it is nice to be back

GET PRAYING!!!

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teaandcakeplease · 06/07/2010 14:10

This story made me cry as I read it. Please pray for them.

CaptainDippy · 06/07/2010 14:27

TACP - I cried too. What incredible neighbours. That poor poor mummy. Her babies My heart and prayers go out her in her suffering. xx

Hope it is going ok PA!! xx

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MaryBS · 06/07/2010 14:38

TACP - that has made me cry - they're the same age as my two!

Hugs MHD, remember things will improve, even if they don't feel like it at the moment, stay faithful, stay focused. I 'm here for you if you need me...

Praying you survived this morning OK, PA...

Good news from Andrew's Dad, Praise God!:

"I am pleased to report that all the prayer for Friday was effective: my professional body adjourned making any decision - I am not yet clear for how long, but it allows us more time to try and deal with some of the major issues that are affecting my mental health"

DutchOma · 06/07/2010 20:12

PA Sorry, yoru prayer request came too late to do anything about it, hope it went well.
MHD watch it or Oma will be after you with stern looks. School and church schemes will have to wait, so will the tidying of the house. Quiet reading in the garden is permitted.
The story of the children in Bradford is indeed very harrowing, prayers for the whole of the neighbourhood.
I have been in touch with a MNter through the Arts and Crafts section, GillianlovesMarmite, she wants me to do some knitting for her, but it turns out she lives in Gateshead, right in the middle of the whole sorry saga around Raoul Moat.
She is a praying lady and has asked for prayers that the police will not make things worse than they already are and that the outcome will be as good as possible for all concerned.

PositiveAttitude · 06/07/2010 20:25

Thank you all for your prayers. It went really well and I now feel confident agian that I am actually good at my job!

DD2 had an interview today in london for a gap year placement for next year (September 2011). She says it went badly, but will know on Friday whether she has a place or not.

Absolutely exhausted and drained this evening. Early night for me!! (after football and tour de france)

PositiveAttitude · 06/07/2010 20:28

Thank you all for your prayers. It went really well and I now feel confident agian that I am actually good at my job!

DD2 had an interview today in london for a gap year placement for next year (September 2011). She says it went badly, but will know on Friday whether she has a place or not.

Absolutely exhausted and drained this evening. Early night for me!! (after football and tour de france)

PositiveAttitude · 06/07/2010 20:29

Oops sorry!!

Hermya321 · 06/07/2010 21:40

Can we all get praying for a lady on my antenatel thread. She's due around the same time as me, but shes been having issues with her placenta and as a result her baby isn't growing as it should. She's also leaking amniotic fluid, but her LO is a fighter and each scan she has shows her LO going strong.

I just want us to pray for a miracle for her and her baby, that it grows healthly and strong and her placenta gets a metaphorical kickstart.

I've been praying for her myself and really just want this to have a positive outcome for her.

Praying for you all.

MaryBS · 07/07/2010 07:28

Praying, Hermya...

CD what happened to that lady and her daughter who were in the car crash?

CaptainDippy · 07/07/2010 11:45

I'll get praying right away Hermya [smile= Do keep us updating, so frightening for them; but so glad the little one is "hanging in there". xx

Thank you for the reminder Mary The lady and her little girl are doing well, better than expected, praise god The little girl has been moved to a hospital closer to home and her mum remains in London; but she managed to get to the toilet by herself a couple of day ago They have got a way to go, but signs are positive for a full recovery!!!!! I'll keep you posted.

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amberlight · 07/07/2010 20:34

Thank you to all who prayed for me through a charity work crisis. Came to a good decision and it's working out better than I'd ever hoped, so far. God listened

Keeping you all in my prayer as I read through

BlueEyeshadow · 07/07/2010 22:43

Decision about a job for my brother is tomorrow. Very grateful for prayers.

MaryBS · 08/07/2010 07:24

Can we please pray for an urgent situation? A lady at my church has a daughter and granddaughter, due to go on holiday today or tomorrow, a cruise. The daughter has picked up a bad infection in her leg, and doesn't know whether to go but the (14yo) granddaughter is pressuring her to go. The Dr said its up to her, has put her on antibiotics. Some years ago, the daughter almost lost her leg in a bad accident, which left her disabled. The mother from my church is scared that if the infection gets worse, she could lose her leg. Please pray for healing and protection for this family - I've said I will ask you lot to pray for them

MrsCadwallader · 08/07/2010 08:04

Prayers for all

Any more news, Hermya?

And good news about your friends CD - I've been wondering about them too.

Thank you so much for all your posts / prayers a few days ago - I am slowly beginning to feel much more peaceful, trusting and 'connected' than I have in a long long time. I pray that God continues to lead me to where he wants me to be, and continues to work in my heart to make me the person he wishes me to be.

DutchOma · 08/07/2010 08:50

That is very good prayer MrsC.
Mary that seems a very good opportunity for prayer. Prayers most of all for an absence of fear which is so often our greatest enemy. Apparently the injunction to "fear not" comes 365 times in the Bible, once for every day of the year and from what you say in your message, fear is a big element here.
Amber Glad things are working out.
BES let us know how your brother got on. Is he an older or a younger brother?

madhairday · 08/07/2010 10:12

That's great, MrsC. I pray you'll continue feeling more connected and at peace

Mary, praying for this lady's daughter and granddaughter.

amber, so glad you feel you've come to a good decision now, God is good.

CD, that is great news re the mum and little girl!

Hermya, how is your friend? Praying.

Please can I ask for prayer for a friend. She is 31 weeks pg and has been told the baby is not growing and they need to deliver in the next few days. So she is in hospital now on steroids. Please pray for peace for her and safe delivery and that all is well with the baby. Apparently it should be 4lb at this stage but is only 2lb according to scan so things will not be straightforward.

My neighbour is still hanging on in there which is great - 29 weeks now I think

Hermya321 · 08/07/2010 10:14

MrsC Not at the moment, I'm taking it that no news is good news.

I was asked to be a Bridesmaid at my friends wedding which is happening in a few weeks. It's all been a bit last minute and I though tit would be ok. But, I was trying the dress on and I just felt so exposed and uncomfortable. So after many discussions with MIL and DH, I talked to my friend and asked her if I could take a step back from the public role. My friend said I could, but that she was hurt and disapointed by my decision. I'm normally such a confident person, but the thought of being upfront and being starred at by people in my pregnant state fills me with dread. Can you pray for grace and paitence for both of us please, she's a really good friend and I hope this isn't something which changes things beyond all recognition.

BlueEyeshadow · 08/07/2010 21:13

No news till Monday, apparently, DO. Don't know why or if that's good or bad. My brother is a couple of years younger than me.

wisteriawoman · 08/07/2010 21:18

Please can I ask for prayers for my elderly father. He suffers from dementia and is in hospital tonight waiting for test results. This is the second hospital stay in a week. I pray that when he passes away (goes home) it will be at home / or at least with his family around him so he feels secure and loved. I fear him dying alone in hospital. This evening he was crying as he doesn't know why he's there. Heart breaking.

The last time he had a major health crisis I prayed for him to pull through his life saving operation and he did So who says prayers aren't answered?!

Thank you so much. I can't tell you how much solace I take from knowing that you guys are there.

DutchOma · 08/07/2010 21:41

We are here Wisteriawoman and what is more God Himself is with you and with your father right now. I'm praying for calm and peace for you both and sleep.

PositiveAttitude · 09/07/2010 11:46

I am still lurking and praying, but RL has just hit whirlwind point again and I am running around like a mad thing.

Can I be cheeky and remind you all that DH has his big interview all day today?

only 3 weeks to go before he finishes his job. I am really fine about it all, and want to continue to be, but no money is scary! I know that we have said all through this that we feel it is what God has wanted him to do, so it is going to be a bad witness if we suddenly have panics over monetary worries ..... but I am human too, and have 5 children and a large mortgage ...... My pittance for my charity work and the church wont feed the cats and rabbits!!! - could result in us eating cats and rabbits - only kidding!!!

DutchOma · 09/07/2010 13:12

You're coming to the right place: asking for prayer. I think we would all be a bit about it, but we always said it would happen at the last moment and you still have three weeks before you have no more money coming in.
It's not as if you haven't made an effort to find a new job, with a third interview being arranged, so you will have to trust God Who is always faithful and not panic.

Hermya321 · 09/07/2010 20:49

Praying PA!!

wisteriawoman · 09/07/2010 21:57

DO - thank you so much for your prayers - they worked! My dear dad was discharged from hospital this afternoon. He's still rather confused but v happy to be with his family again. I know we have more mountains to climb but I know I'm not alone.
Thanks again. XX

DutchOma · 09/07/2010 22:33

So glad it helped WW. God does not always grant our wished, but He alsways promises to be with us. Pray with your dad, if you can, so often we think they don't understand but the Holy Spirit speaks where we cannot reach.
Every blessing.

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