December 10th, 2025
SYmpathy
Holly Rosen (Charity’s sister)
Holly passed away this morning. Please pray for Charity and her family during this difficult time.
Debi Lorenz (Connie Bolt’s sister)
Debi went to be with Jesus on Sunday. Please pray for Connie and their family.
Holly passed away this morning. Please pray for Charity and her family during this difficult time.
Debi Lorenz (Connie Bolt’s sister)
Debi went to be with Jesus on Sunday. Please pray for Connie and their family.
Prayer Concerns
Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2
Abby Jones & Family
Update from 12/8: Pray for Abby that she will be ready for a kidney when one is available. She is on the transplant list. Pray for her and the donor’s family. Please pray for the medical team that God will guide them to make the best decisions for Abby! 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.
Becki Hagerman
Becki had surgery this morning to remove scar tissue. It was more than they expected, so they are keeping her overnight. 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 has come to live with Aaron and Ashley. Please pray for the Haileys 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. The cancer has spread throughout his entire body. He has been going to KU for treatment. His feet have sores that make walking excruciating and breathing is painful as well. Pray for pain management and healing!
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.
Chris Born (friend of Jodie Wood)
Chris is an autistic young man and has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is currently going through chemotherapy and is experiencing severe side effects. Please pray for him and his family as they strive to support him through this difficult 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 is still waiting for some test results to come, and more tests are ahead. 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. She will need surgery, but is fighting a fever. Her doctors want to run additional tests. 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 12/8: Pray for Abby that she will be ready for a kidney when one is available. She is on the transplant list. Pray for her and the donor’s family. Please pray for the medical team that God will guide them to make the best decisions for Abby! 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.
Becki Hagerman
Becki had surgery this morning to remove scar tissue. It was more than they expected, so they are keeping her overnight. 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 has come to live with Aaron and Ashley. Please pray for the Haileys 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. The cancer has spread throughout his entire body. He has been going to KU for treatment. His feet have sores that make walking excruciating and breathing is painful as well. Pray for pain management and healing!
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.
Chris Born (friend of Jodie Wood)
Chris is an autistic young man and has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is currently going through chemotherapy and is experiencing severe side effects. Please pray for him and his family as they strive to support him through this difficult 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 is still waiting for some test results to come, and more tests are ahead. 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. She will need surgery, but is fighting a fever. Her doctors want to run additional tests. 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 Process & 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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Need Prayer?
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