Thank you so much for all of the messages in response about praying and words of love from all of you. Kristin and I definitely felt that love, and Ken, Yohei san (Ai's dad) and Kumiko san (Ai's mom) asked us to express their gratitude to all of you for your love and ongoing prayer. Ken's mom was caring for Yuma and Kanato and Yuma started attending his new preschool today. Ai got to see Yuma yesterday, and they said she slept fairly well. We were so impressed with the hospital and the medical personnel. We got home recently from Tokyo, and after a long day we are certainly very tired (Kristin is already asleep), but we were so glad we could be with them today - listening, talking, processing, praying, eating - and they expressed their gratitude multiple times. So with that same gratitude, I want to give an update immediately. 1. Thanks be to God, surgery went as planned without complication. Completed from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Tokyo time), Ken and Kumiko san (Ai's mom) met with the doctor after, then went to ICU to see Ai for 15 minutes. 2. Ai opened her eyes, squeezed their hands, and showed recognition of what they said. She was not yet able to talk. The next 2-3 days are most critical, and she'll likely experience considerable pain and swelling. 3. 90% of the tumor was successfully removed. Testing will help determine many things in the next 2-3 weeks including if radiation or chemotherapy is necessary. Ai will remain hospitalized at least that long, and up to 3 months if additional treatment is required. 4. The remaining 10% was left due to location as it removing it would've caused permanent paralysis, and a second surgery is not planned. There may be temporary paralysis on the right side or delayed speech, which they will determine early next week, but the doctor feels she can begin rehabiliation soon and recover it within 1-2 months, so that is a positive sign. 5. Unfortunately the tumor was malignant and there is a possibility it is Grade 3 instead of Grade 2 as originally suspected. They will know after further testing. Your ongoing prayers and love are appreciated and needed. There is much for which we can give thanks to God: a good doctor and hospital, completed surgery, removal of most of the tumor, and initial stability. Ongoing intercession needed includes: Ai's recovery and healing, praying boldly the tumor is Grade 2 instead of 3, requesting no further treatment needed, wisdom and discernment in testing and treatment approach, continuing to pray for Ken, Yuma, Kanato, and their family. As we receive future updates and prayer requests, we will send them to you. Let's continue to praise God for His merciful compassion and power to heal, and continue to trust in Him and look to Him for help. Thank you! Grace and peace, Joel & Kristin

Beth W continues to heal from her surgery. At this time she doesn't know next steps. Beth appreciates the prayers for her.

As of October 7, Dorothy J (Wayne's mom) has moved to a "transitional" retirement home in Niagara Falls, River Road Retirement in Niagara Falls. She will continue to stay there until we are able to get her into a long term retirement home area (this could take several months or more depending on which homes we are interested in having her stay and the waiting lists involved).

Beth C. has a new treatment plan as of Monday. She is now taking 8 pills a day for two weeks and then a week off. That will repeat three times. Unfortunately she is also diabetic now, a rare side effect of her previous chemo. She has to give herself insulin shots to control it. We are all hoping that will be temporary once she’s done her treatment. It’s been a trying time for her but for the most part she stays positive and thankful amid some nasty side effects. Thank you for your continued concern and prayers for her and all the family.

Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good for His steadfast love endures forever. (1 Chronicles 16:34) With grateful hearts and love, we (Judy & Marvin) give praise to God for your prayers, cards, visits, phone calls in the last months even as the recovery is ongoing. God in His faithfulness and His goodness is so so good, beyond all we can imagine. We rejoice in our family fellowship.

Please continue to pray for Becky A’s healing as she receives treatment for Crohn's disease.

An update from Wayne J. For now, mom is still in Hamilton General Hospital. They have determined that she needs to be sent to a long term care home due to the strokes she suffered on Aug 29. We sat down yesterday with a social worker and hospital staff to determine what home she should go to and when that might happen. It takes a while, a very stressful process. Please pray for Dorothy James (mom), myself, Earl and Craig (my brothers) and our families as we continue through this and find a place where mom can stay.

Jeff Davison Update: a recent axial abdominal CT slice through Jeff’s upper abdomen capturing the liver shows no signs of metastasis. The image shows that all previously viewed abscesses have cleared. This image shows that chemo, supplements, exercise, food as medicine and LOTS of Prayer is working! Our oncologist says that this is THE best outcome we could hope for! Jeff will continue treatment for the final 5 sessions. Then a new CT and MRI. If all looks this good still he will get a break for 6-8 weeks and then another CT, if all remains unchanged he will get a CT every 8-12 weeks to monitor. If (when) it comes back he will resume maintenance chemo to get rid of it again. He is responding well to chemo!😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀 We are incredibly grateful and joyful. ❤️ Jeff (and I) feel so blessed to have such an amazing team—Dr. Serrano at Juravinski, Dr. Yelamanchili at the Walker Cancer Centre, the clerks and nurses at the Walker Oncology Clinic and the nurses in the Chemo Suite. He has had the BEST care! We are grateful for all of you supporting him (and me) with prayers, good vibes, love and positive thoughts. Knowing so many people are in his corner lifts his spirits and gives him strength. Thank you! Please continue to pray or send positive vibes. We would love to see him continue in this positive course for a very long time!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Ruby Ford had a bad fall and is suffering with chronic pain in her back. Please pray for healing.

For several weeks now, maybe months; I receive notification each weekfrom this prayer hub that someone just prayed for me. I don't know why, but thank you. Psalm 17:6

Just a note to say that I prayed for everyone on the prayer Hub today and to let you all know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers. Rick and I are trying to adjust to our change at Fenwick Church. They are a welcoming family. My only prayer request today is for our Eric. Please pray that God will guide him and give him hope. Rick and Eric are still working at the same place where they grow and box lettuce. We all want the best for our children and I have hope that God will choose a wife for Eric and that one day he too can become a Dad. I love you all. Hope to see you at a Gathering soon. In Him, Debra

Thank you for your prayers for Harold E. He left the Oakville Hospital rehab program April 15th. He was doing well at home where he fell and broke some ribs and was in the Milton Hospital for three days and then went home. He's recovering and going to rehab two days a week.

The radiation has been a complete success, so the cancer is gone! He is very grateful for the many prayers of the congregation. But Mike K is battling with numerous side effects, likely for several months. Prayers for healing would be so greatly appreciated!

Please keep John S in your prayers as he recovers from a stroke. He will be wearing a heart monitor for two weeks to try to determine what is causing an irregular heart beat. It hard to keep this good man down, so dealing with the implications of stroke is a real challenge. Pray for him to heal, to have peace of mind, and to be patient. Maybe add a little PS, Lord for Phyll, too. 🥰😉

Thank you for the prayers on behalf of my sister, Fannie Amy. She has completed her chemo and had a very positive result, followed by a successful surgery. She is not scheduled for any further treatment at this time. She wises to relay her to heartfelt gratitude.

Continue to remember Elaine B and the Burrows family with the passing of Rick. Your prayers are greatly appreciated.

God we trust you and we put our confidence in you. As we look out at this world so full of conflict and disruption, violence and chaos, let us be rooted in you and let the waters of your peace flow out to all who are experiencing conflict. We pray for the people of Gaza, Lebanon, Israel, Sudan, Haiti, Ukraine and DR Congo. By your grace may peace come. Amen.

Please continue to pray for Charlie, (John’s dad), but also prayers of thanks for how well he has coped through everything. We are thankful for your prayers!♥️

THANK YOU GOD FOR MICAH 6 COMMUNITY!

Please remember all the families that are mourning loved ones.

Let’s continue to pray for Earl & Jori as they deal with Earl’s Alzheimer’s.