may prayer update
On My Heart
Many of you know that my wife, Char, began experiencing frontal‑lobe partial seizures last year, which affected her ability to recall certain memories. We are grateful that the seizures appear to have stopped with medication. However, some memory challenges remain.
This week, Char had a difficult moment at work. She realized she had forgotten a required form after completing a procedure — something she had no memory of at all. That was the moment she knew she could no longer safely continue in her role as an IV therapy nurse at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital. She made the wise but painful decision to step away immediately. She had already been planning to retire sometime this year, and employee leave options will provide several weeks of income and benefits.
Please pray:
that God protects her from shame over something she cannot control
that He gives clear direction for how she can honor Him in this new season
that we both adjust well to the reality of her being home full‑time
As for me, my excitement continues to grow as I work on the content for my upcoming grief and loss training video for pastors. I am more convinced than ever that this kind of resource is deeply needed. Pastors are often the first people called when someone is grieving, yet many have never received any training in how grief actually works. My hope is to help fill that gap.
There is still uncertainty about hiring people for recording and editing, so I would appreciate your prayers that God will guide each step and use this project for His purposes.
Pastors, if you are planning your summer schedule, it’s not too early to reach out. Last summer I ended up booked every weekend, and I would love to serve your congregation again.
Thank you for your prayers, your encouragement, and your partnership in the gospel.
GENERAL PRAYER
Pastor Ed covets your prayers. You can use the acronym OAR to pray for his speaking ministry.
O—Open doors of ministry
A—Anointing
R—Responsive audiences
Pray also for wisdom as he mentors Adult and Teen Challenge students, open doors and open hearts for sharing the gospel on the street and fruitful ministry as he connects with pastors and ministry leaders in Lebanon and throughout the region.