Church of the Great God

Prayer Requests

Members wishing to have prayer requests posted should email David Grabbe.

New Prayer Requests:

12/09/2025 Suggs, Ann
12/08/2025 Benefiel, Carl
12/07/2025 Clinton, Deborah
12/06/2025 Fenwick, Shelly
12/06/2025 Hensell, Alfred
12/05/2025 Simkins, Verna (79)


   

Benefiel, Carl

08-Dec-25

Shirley reports that Carl is much better but his physical therapy is progressing slowly and he still cannot stand nor walk. Also, because of medical insurance, he needs to be moved to a different facility on December 21st, which is quite a bit farther away from their home, which would make it very difficult for Shirley to make arrangements to go and see him. Shirley and Carl would appreciate your prayers for God's intervention and a suitable location closer to home. Shirley would also appreciate your prayers that her own strength increases, so she can help Carl when he does eventually get home. Thank you in advance for all your prayers.

26-Nov-25

Shirley reports that Carl has been moved to the rehabilitation facility and has started the physical therapy program that has proven to be very exhausting for him. Your continued prayers for his recovery are very much appreciated.

Benefiel, Shirley

26-Nov-25

Shirley is finding it very difficult to accomplish her normal daily activities because of her debilitating pain and Carl's absence. She would very much appreciate your prayers for God to give her the relief and strength she needs during this very difficult time.

Clinton, Deborah

07-Dec-25

Jane writes,

Debbie would like to thank everyone for their prayers; God is helping her greatly. The profuse itching is better with relief for longer periods however it continues. As a result, she does not feel well and has little or no energy making it very difficult to handle daily duties and appts.

28-Nov-25

Debbie asks for your continued prayers. Although the itching has improved she is still suffering with eczema on her legs. Your prayers have been very much appreciated.

Clinton, Jane (80)

28-Nov-25

Jane writes,

God has healed my cough completely. I remain so grateful and appreciative to all the brethren for their prayers.

Fenwick, Shelly

06-Dec-25

Shelly writes,

I would like to thank my brothers and sisters for the prayers they have offered on my behalf. All the pain except in my throat went away! I was able to be with the family and all the activities! However, because of my infection, my throat would feel fine during the day and then sore in the evening from talking and eating. I was able to receive much needed rest this past week, but still cannot hear out of my left ear. (It sounds like being underwater). I went back to urgent care on Tuesday, and there was no redness in my throat, but it was still sore. The doctor said it's because the tube in the ear is shared with the throat. So I have continued to have sore throat-like pain and strong blockage in my ear, along with loud ringing. I was given a different prescription of eardrops because the other ones were not working and would even drain out when I put them in. I’m asking for continued prayers that I could finally heal completely according to God‘s will. Thank you for your prayers.

27-Nov-25

Shelly started feeling much better shortly after the previous prayer request. The pain in her ear lessened considerably. This morning, her sore throat was basically gone, and while there is still some blockage in her ear that affects her hearing and is causing a slight ringing, it does not hurt anywhere near like it did. However, she is still dealing with skeletal issues, including a sharp, stabbing pain in shoulder blade this morning. She would appreciate your continued prayers for her recovery and being able to enjoy the time with her family. Thank you.

25-Nov-25

Shelly writes,

I’m starting to have less pain probably since the prayer request went up, and I’m starting to have hope - I started losing it earlier today, thinking I might not be able to participate, but hopefully all will go well. I’m greatly moved by the brethren who are praying for me! Thank you so much!

25-Nov-25

Shelly is asking for your prayers regarding extreme pain in her throat as well as one ear. The pain is significant enough that she does not feel like she can eat or drink. She is also dealing with partial numbness in her face (an ongoing, intermittent issue). She has been anointed (which helped quite a bit with the pain in her throat), but the pain in her ear is unbearable and is planning to go to urgent care later today. She is especially concerned that this will interfere with her family's Thanksgiving plans, and would appreciate your prayers on her behalf. Thank you.

Hensell, Alfred

06-Dec-25

One of Alfred's co-workers is scheduled to have heart surgery next week. Additionally, Alfred is scheduled to have an MRI of his prostate on Thursday morning. He would appreciate your prayers. Thank you.

Sakala, Musonda

04-Dec-25

Musonda writes,

Kindly pray for God to give us wisdom, guidance, and a way of escape in handling some issue in the business that most of the family depends on. Thank you in advance.

Simkins, Verna (79)

05-Dec-25

Verna has returned home from the rehabilitation facility. Thank you for all your prayers on behalf of her and those caring for her. Please continue to pray for her to have the wherewithal to transition back to living at home and resuming her former activities. Thank you.

Simpson, Charme (Newborn)

29-Nov-25

Charme was discharged from the hospital recently. Her parents are working with an overnight nurse for guidance with her nasogastric tubing. Her health is continuing to improve. Thank you for your prayers.

Suggs, Ann

09-Dec-25

Ann had another bad fall. She will need a revision to the first surgical procedure that was done on her neck about seven weeks ago. She will be having surgery tomorrow (Wednesday) morning. The Mabrys would appreciate prayers for a positive outcome and smooth recovery. Thank you.

Walton, Marci

29-Nov-25

At Marci's latest echocardiogram, it was discovered that her heart valve has worsened. In order to find out what is causing the stenosis, she had a CT scan this week. It confirmed she has two blood clots on the leaflets of her aorta valve. Her cardiologist put her on a new medicine that he said sometimes helps this situation. In the meantime, as a second opinion, another clinic is reviewing Marci's health history. Marci also has an appointment on Monday with the doctor she has had for the last 10 years. Marci is looking for God's will in her life and would appreciate your prayers for His guidance in making the best decision. Thank you in advance.

Zehrung, Sharon (81)

27-Nov-25

We are saddened to report the death of Sharon Zehrung, a long-time member of God's church. She went into the hospital three days ago. Her doctor told the family to bring hospice in, estimating she could have two days or two weeks. Yesterday, she was full of life, visiting with her family and making a video. She died peacefully this morning at 8:00. Your prayers for her husband, Warren, and their children, in-laws, and grandchildren would be appreciated.

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