1. family and parenting

April 15, 2015
“Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests….
Be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.” (Ephesians 6:18)
BLACK ROCK NEEDS:
BLACK ROCK CONNECTIONS:
 Jane Allen has struggled with atrial fibrillation following
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 Pray for the following individuals seeking employment:
recent heart valve replacement surgery. Praise God that a
Ned Bassick, Rachel Bassick, Deb Belt, Micheline Burns,
cardioversion procedure has restored normal sinus rhythm.
John DeBlock, Carol Koenig, Tom Larsen, Barbara Lucas,
Jane is thankful for the concern and prayers of her Black
Chris Palazini, Janet Peck and Karen Sutton.
Rock family. (1)
 Pray for the following people who are undergoing cancer
Rachel Bassick requests prayer as she awaits test results on
treatments: Dom Cardamone, Jody Lovig, Marylee Ritchey,
irregular tissue. She is also in need of employment. Lastly,
George Veth and Michael Wojnarski.
pray for her parents who may require senior housing. (2)
 The Epps family (related to Jane Downs) is in need of prayer
Emma Breychak has been hospitalized with an infection.
for healing from emotional damage. (1)
Pray for accelerated healing and a complete recovery. (2)  Betty Turner’s brother, Bion, is recuperating from a slight
Jackie Delibero has recovered from a persistent infection
stroke. Pray for successful rehabilitation and recovery. (1)
and is grateful for the prayers offered on her behalf. (2)
 Pray for Gary Joyce who has esophageal cancer. (1)
Luke Haggerty, 13-year-old son of Scott and Deb, is home  Pray for Liz Kaufmann’s daughter, Christina, as she struggles
recovering from surgery to remove a mass that was pressing
with emotional concerns. (2)
against his cerebellum. The family is thankful that there is  Kellen Maia De Sa’s father, Davi, recently underwent colon
no evidence of cancer or additional growths on the spine.
cancer surgery. Pray for a positive outcome to this procedure
Continue praying for Luke’s full recovery and especially
and for complete healing. (2)
for effective pain management. (2)
 Pray for the Avery family as Ron battles cancer and is receiving
Robyn Harrington is home following hospitalization for the
homecare. Especially pray for Judie, his wife, and daughter,
treatment of breathing issues complicated by a viral infection.
Dana, as she travels weekly from Pennsylvania to assist with
Jerry is also struggling with health concerns. Pray that this
her father’s care on weekends. (4)
couple will experience healing, recovery and strength. (2)
 Betty Sudvoy’s mother, Eleanor, is in serious condition after a
Martha Ironside is with the Lord! Pray for God’s comfort
stroke. Pray for her recovery. Pray also for Betty as she takes
to envelop Judy Mark and Sue Maxwell, along with the
care of her mother. (3)
entire family, as they grieve her passing. (1)
 Pray for six-year-old Tyler whose health is deteriorating as he
Carol Kuhl has been released from the hospital following
struggles with rare forms of autism and epilepsy. Pray also
treatment for breathing issues related to chronic obstructive
for his family members who need hope, strength and trust in
pulmonary disease. Pray for her rapid recovery. (3)
God as they care for him. (4)
Evie Magee’s cast was removed last week. However, Bill
is in prolonged treatment and rehabilitation for a blood
CARE & RETIREMENT FACILITIES:
infection. Pray for his encouragement and full recovery.
Helen Lewis – Masonicare at Ashlar Village, PO Box 70,
Pray also as Evie adjusts to an air cast and walker. (2)
Wallingford, CT 06492
Julio Velez’s wife, Katherine, is facing medical issues. Pray
for God’s healing and strength. (3)
HOMEBOUND:
Cindy Weiss is in rehabilitation following an accident that Joe & Donna D’Addario – 877 Church Hill Rd., Fairfield 06825
resulted in third degree burns. Continue to pray for rapid
healing with no infection. Also pray for Charles and the MILITARY PERSON OF THE WEEK:
family as they care for Cindy. Finally, pray for daughter
Captain Joseph Schneider (Terry & Donna Schneider’s son)
Kimberly as she battles pancreatic cancer. (3)
51 SFS, PSC 3, Box 3986, APO, AP 96266
Michael Wojnarski is now in home hospice care. Pray for
an awareness of God’s comforting presence and effective PASSINGS:
pain management. Especially pray for Ousavady, his wife, 4.11.15 – Martha Ironside (beloved Mother of Judy Mark &
and their children as they support their loved one during
Sue Maxwell) – Service on Saturday, April 25, 11:00am at
this challenging season. (2)
Westminster Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 565 Shepard
Avenue in Hamden with reception to follow.
Please note: It is the responsibility of the person submitting a prayer request to contact the church office with updates.
Black Rock staff reserves the right to edit or delete submissions. Requests will be included on this sheet for 2-4 weeks.
BLACK ROCK MINISTRIES
PRAY FOR OUR COMMUNITY:
GLOBAL MISSIONS:
Pray that Black Rock attendees and members will continue
inviting family, friends, neighbors or co-workers who need
to know that God loves them and has an awesome plan for
their lives. Pray also that the many guests who attended our
Easter services will return in future weeks and make a lasting
commitment to follow Jesus.
Emil and Sarah H. – Pray for creativity in the Global Church
Planting Network’s video production. Also pray that Emil and
Sarah will effectively support ministry partners and teammates
with projects as they travel throughout Spain and North Africa.
Lastly, pray for Emil as he assists at the MBBS training center.
ADULT MINISTRY:
Pray that many at Black Rock will connect in meaningful
relationships and grow spiritually. Expressly pray as we
focus on identifying and equipping key volunteer leaders
and teams that are so critical to the growth of our church.
CARE MINISTRY:
Pray for our Care Shepherds as they serve those who are ill,
isolated or otherwise in need within the Black Rock Church
family. Pray also for clear direction as the Care Leadership
Team (Deacons/Deaconesses) considers initiatives to better
serve our church and the greater community. Finally, pray for
those who are attending Grieving with Hope, a 13-week
grief management seminar.
KIDS MINISTRY:
Continue praying for our Kids Ministry staff and volunteers
as they share God’s love with children through service and
teaching. Also pray for the effective utilization of our new
facility, along with the staffing and programming details
involved in caring well for each child.
STAFF PERSON OF THE WEEK:
Harold Munson – Preschool Area
STUDENT MINISTRY:
Pray for our Student Ministry staff and volunteers as they
seek to model Christ’s character in their lives to our youth
and influence students to form lifelong commitments to the
Savior. Pray also for spiritual transformation in the growing
number of students coming to Black Rock each week. Ask
God to guard hearts and minds as students encounter issues
that challenge their faith. Finally, pray for spiritual awakening
among educators and students in area middle and high schools.
WORSHIP MINISTRY:
Continue praying for our Worship Ministry teams as they
seek to glorify God through music and message each week.
Expressly pray for the effective use of our Worship Center
as a tool to creatively communicate the Gospel to our church
family and guests. Also pray for the members of our technical
team as they oversee the media and sound areas that are so
essential to our message. Finally, pray that the powerful Gospel
message delivered through music will continue to influence the
hearts of those who need to receive Jesus as Savior.
Tim and Natasha Hoffman – Pray for revival in the Cape Town
valley where they live. Pray also for cross-cultural relationships
to develop in a culturally divided city. Finally, pray that middle
and upper class South Africans will choose to impact the lives
of those who are marginalized in the society.
Steve and Kitty H. – Pray that the team on which they serve will
unite around their common calling and for Steve’s wisdom as
Director of Field Offices worldwide. Also pray that Kitty will
persevere in her linguistic studies and for success in building
relationships with international students of Muslim background
in the linguistics department where she studies. Finally, pray for
the development of an effective model for training language
learning advisors to equip field workers.
Fayek and Nancy K. – Pray for safety and the local economy.
Pray also that the country's president will make good decisions
that protect citizens from violence. Pray for Fayek's health and
effective planning for Danny’s (grade 10) and Katie’s (grade 5)
future. Lastly, pray that Nancy will have opportunities to use her
creative abilities at work.
Fairfield University InterVarsity – Pray for the staff member
candidate and his transition to the Fairfield campus. Pray also
that strongholds against sharing the Gospel on campus will be
broken. Lastly pray that Christian students will be called to study
at FU and to reach others for Christ.
International Justice Mission – Pray for the process of training
global church and community leaders, along with government
officials, to effectively address violence in their communities.
Pray also that God will enable IJM staff members to persist as
they seek community transformation and justice in the face of
corruption, indifference and opposition. Lastly, pray that directors
and their families in the African offices will adjust to significant
changes as they connect with new staff and community leaders.
Karl and Kristen N.
Karl serves as Director
of the Bandung Alliance
Intercultural School – a
faith-based international
school in Indonesia. The
school caters to students
both from local business
families and those in the
international community.
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Kristen teaches 7 , 10 and 11 grade literature and language
arts. Pray for favor with local and federal governments along with
faithfulness in leading a team that represents Christ. Lastly, pray
for the family's transition into a new community and culture.
Black Rock Congregational Church, 203.255.3401 – 3685 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06825