December 23rd, 2025
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Brenda Beck
Brenda lost her son, Shawn, suddenly on Thursday, December 18th. Please pray for her and her family as they deal with this unexpected loss.
Brenda lost her son, Shawn, suddenly on Thursday, December 18th. Please pray for her and her family as they deal with this unexpected loss.
Prayer Concerns
Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2
Abby Jones & Family
Update from 12/2: Pray for Abby, she needs a kidney. She needs a surgical team willing to do the transplant. Please pray that God will provide that medical team! Pray that Abby’s testimony will touch the hearts of all those around her. Pray that God will work in Abby’s favor for the best possible kidney! We are so honored to know Abby Jones and her amazing testimony. Please keep Katie, Shannon, and Elly in your prayers as well. For the most recent updates, follow Loving Abby J on Facebook.
Espitia Family (friends of Lamont Buckner)
The Espitia family lost their home to a house fire, and it was a total loss. They are staying with family. Please pray for them as they rebuild their lives.
Barbara Williams (Shelly Gandy’s mother)
Barbara is in the hospital in Dexter Mo, with kidney failure and congestive heart failure. She also has double pneumonia. Please pray for her and her family. Praying also for any unbelieving family with them at this time.
Kim Shafer
Kim recently tore her retina and had to have eye surgery. She is back to work and recovering well. Please pray that she continues to heal, and her eyesight goes back to where it was.
Becki Hagerman
Becki had surgery to remove scar tissue. It was more than they expected, and recovery will be slower. Pray for healing, and that this surgery will alleviate the pain the tissue has been causing for several months.
Mary Wier
Mary has just been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm coupled with high blood pressure. Please pray that the doctors are able to quickly control her blood pressure. Pray for anxiety levels as well.
Debbie Doubek Phillips (Mitch Stinnett’s cousin)
Please pray for Debbie, who has severe bone marrow cancer. She has had a bone marrow transplant. Her doctors are waiting for her white blood cells to reconstitute. Pray that the Lord protects her from infection.
Rhonda Mikles (friend of Ryan Young)
Ronda has vascular dementia. Continue to pray for her and her husband, Jody.
Greg Hailey (Aaron's dad)
Greg is living with Aaron and Ashley. Please pray for the Haileys and their relationships as they navigate this time, asking for complete healing for Greg and wisdom regarding his future care.
Joe Moore (son of Becky & Dr. Tom Moore)
Joe was diagnosed with lung cancer. He had a pulmonary embolism and is in serious condition.
James and Crystal Johnson (friend of Jodie and Russell Wood)
James was diagnosed with renal cancer in October. He has taken a turn for the worse. He hasn’t been able to do treatments for 2 months, and the tumors are growing. He has had 2 seizures and is in hospice.
Andrew Spieker (Bruce and Deb Anderson’s son-in-law)
Andrew is having a hard recovery. Pray for his left side to be restored. Pray for Andrew and Angela as they navigate through this time.
Pamela Hill (mother of Ken Hawkins’ son-in-law, Justin)
Pamela was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. She has been doing better. Please pray that healing continues.
Baby George Albert (Ryan Young’s friend)
George is a baby with major digestive issues. He underwent surgery, but they are still looking for answers! Please pray for rapid healing. He is at OU Children’s Hospital.
Memphis Hoard and mom Kasi Ahrens (Cross Young’s friend)
Memphis, at 14 years old, is in renal failure. He is at home now and preparing for dialysis. He will need to visit the Children’s Hospital in Kansas City twice a week. Please pray for all that this entails: traveling back and forth and the cost associated with it. If you would like more information or want to help financially, please contact Ryan Young at ryan@firstjoplin.org.
Reid Berry (family of Lori Layne)
Baby Reid was born on November 12th. He is still in the NICU at Mercy here in Joplin. When he is released from here, Reid will go to Children’s Mercy in Kansas City. He has a long road ahead of him. Please pray!
Lori Layne
Lori was diagnosed with breast cancer. She has a breast MRI today. Once it is completed, her medical team will come up with a surgery plan. Please continue to lift her up throughout her cancer journey.
Susan Moore
Susan has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that is in her lungs. She will be traveling back and forth to KU Medical Center for treatments. Please pray that her medical team stays proactive and ahead of this. Pray for complete healing!
John Livingston (Jerri Livingston’s son)
John has been diagnosed with stage 4 Liver and lung cancer. He is starting treatments, please pray for him and his medical team as they begin this journey. Pray for his family as well.
Leigh Creasy and Donna Basye (Ashley Hailey’s mom and aunt)
Leigh suffered a fall, which broke her elbow. It has brought to light other health issues. She is still waiting for a doctor's appointment. Her sister, Donna, lives with her and will be her main caregiver. Please pray for their family, for rapid healing for Leigh, and strength and patience for Donna.
Update from 12/2: Pray for Abby, she needs a kidney. She needs a surgical team willing to do the transplant. Please pray that God will provide that medical team! Pray that Abby’s testimony will touch the hearts of all those around her. Pray that God will work in Abby’s favor for the best possible kidney! We are so honored to know Abby Jones and her amazing testimony. Please keep Katie, Shannon, and Elly in your prayers as well. For the most recent updates, follow Loving Abby J on Facebook.
Espitia Family (friends of Lamont Buckner)
The Espitia family lost their home to a house fire, and it was a total loss. They are staying with family. Please pray for them as they rebuild their lives.
Barbara Williams (Shelly Gandy’s mother)
Barbara is in the hospital in Dexter Mo, with kidney failure and congestive heart failure. She also has double pneumonia. Please pray for her and her family. Praying also for any unbelieving family with them at this time.
Kim Shafer
Kim recently tore her retina and had to have eye surgery. She is back to work and recovering well. Please pray that she continues to heal, and her eyesight goes back to where it was.
Becki Hagerman
Becki had surgery to remove scar tissue. It was more than they expected, and recovery will be slower. Pray for healing, and that this surgery will alleviate the pain the tissue has been causing for several months.
Mary Wier
Mary has just been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm coupled with high blood pressure. Please pray that the doctors are able to quickly control her blood pressure. Pray for anxiety levels as well.
Debbie Doubek Phillips (Mitch Stinnett’s cousin)
Please pray for Debbie, who has severe bone marrow cancer. She has had a bone marrow transplant. Her doctors are waiting for her white blood cells to reconstitute. Pray that the Lord protects her from infection.
Rhonda Mikles (friend of Ryan Young)
Ronda has vascular dementia. Continue to pray for her and her husband, Jody.
Greg Hailey (Aaron's dad)
Greg is living with Aaron and Ashley. Please pray for the Haileys and their relationships as they navigate this time, asking for complete healing for Greg and wisdom regarding his future care.
Joe Moore (son of Becky & Dr. Tom Moore)
Joe was diagnosed with lung cancer. He had a pulmonary embolism and is in serious condition.
James and Crystal Johnson (friend of Jodie and Russell Wood)
James was diagnosed with renal cancer in October. He has taken a turn for the worse. He hasn’t been able to do treatments for 2 months, and the tumors are growing. He has had 2 seizures and is in hospice.
Andrew Spieker (Bruce and Deb Anderson’s son-in-law)
Andrew is having a hard recovery. Pray for his left side to be restored. Pray for Andrew and Angela as they navigate through this time.
Pamela Hill (mother of Ken Hawkins’ son-in-law, Justin)
Pamela was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. She has been doing better. Please pray that healing continues.
Baby George Albert (Ryan Young’s friend)
George is a baby with major digestive issues. He underwent surgery, but they are still looking for answers! Please pray for rapid healing. He is at OU Children’s Hospital.
Memphis Hoard and mom Kasi Ahrens (Cross Young’s friend)
Memphis, at 14 years old, is in renal failure. He is at home now and preparing for dialysis. He will need to visit the Children’s Hospital in Kansas City twice a week. Please pray for all that this entails: traveling back and forth and the cost associated with it. If you would like more information or want to help financially, please contact Ryan Young at ryan@firstjoplin.org.
Reid Berry (family of Lori Layne)
Baby Reid was born on November 12th. He is still in the NICU at Mercy here in Joplin. When he is released from here, Reid will go to Children’s Mercy in Kansas City. He has a long road ahead of him. Please pray!
Lori Layne
Lori was diagnosed with breast cancer. She has a breast MRI today. Once it is completed, her medical team will come up with a surgery plan. Please continue to lift her up throughout her cancer journey.
Susan Moore
Susan has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that is in her lungs. She will be traveling back and forth to KU Medical Center for treatments. Please pray that her medical team stays proactive and ahead of this. Pray for complete healing!
John Livingston (Jerri Livingston’s son)
John has been diagnosed with stage 4 Liver and lung cancer. He is starting treatments, please pray for him and his medical team as they begin this journey. Pray for his family as well.
Leigh Creasy and Donna Basye (Ashley Hailey’s mom and aunt)
Leigh suffered a fall, which broke her elbow. It has brought to light other health issues. She is still waiting for a doctor's appointment. Her sister, Donna, lives with her and will be her main caregiver. Please pray for their family, for rapid healing for Leigh, and strength and patience for Donna.
MISSIONS
Wanda Shellenbarger - Wanda is starting a bible study group for ladies at the Crescent Falls apartments. Contact the church office if you are interested in joining the mission work there.
Luke and Megan Shumaker – Missionaries to Guatemala for a week beginning Dec 24. They will share the gospel in worship ministry. Pray for wellness and safety.
Phillip and Heather Enoch- Missionaries in Kenya, East Africa
Nick and Brigette Joch (daughter of Lisa and Dan Wallace) - Missionaries in the Philippines
Josh and Megan Smith – Medical Missionaries to Guatemala.
NAMB (North American Mission Board) IMB (International Mission Board)
Pittsburg Church – South Broadway Baptist Church
Persecuted Church
Pray for Israel
Pray for Inna and Kola as they are transitioning to life in the US from Ukraine and are in need of some support. Please contact Rhonda Nishimoto at (951) 243-4485 for ways you can help.
Luke and Megan Shumaker – Missionaries to Guatemala for a week beginning Dec 24. They will share the gospel in worship ministry. Pray for wellness and safety.
Phillip and Heather Enoch- Missionaries in Kenya, East Africa
Nick and Brigette Joch (daughter of Lisa and Dan Wallace) - Missionaries in the Philippines
Josh and Megan Smith – Medical Missionaries to Guatemala.
NAMB (North American Mission Board) IMB (International Mission Board)
Pittsburg Church – South Broadway Baptist Church
Persecuted Church
Pray for Israel
Pray for Inna and Kola as they are transitioning to life in the US from Ukraine and are in need of some support. Please contact Rhonda Nishimoto at (951) 243-4485 for ways you can help.
CHURCH PRAYER NEEDS
Pastor Search Committee
Children’s Minister Search Committee
Midweek Activities and Outreaches
Various Committees within our Church
Servants for multiple ministries, churchwide
Children’s Minister Search Committee
Midweek Activities and Outreaches
Various Committees within our Church
Servants for multiple ministries, churchwide
ONGOING PRAYER CONCERNS
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