Carol Kramer was admitted to Corewell Blodgett Hospital on Tuesday, April 15. Tests reveal that her stomach has perforated an existing hernia. She is expected to undergo surgery on Tuesday or Wednesday. Please pray for encouraging results and full healing.
Jim Doorn will undergo testing for Epilepsy at the Cleveland Clinic between April 21-25. Pray for a better understanding and clear direction for care and treatment.
We extend our Christian sympathy to Karen and John Koetje (Joni) upon the passing of Karen’s brother, Jack Taylor. Jack passed away on Saturday, April 13. Visitation will be on Friday, April 18, from 5:00-7:00P at Burkholder Funeral Home in McBain. The funeral will be on Saturday, April 19, at 11:00A at Rehoboth Reformed Church (98372 S Lucas Rd, McBain). Additional Fellowship Family includes Grace and Jason Folkert (Alaina, Nora, and Madyson), Rachel and Ben Mast (Danielle and Riley), and Becca Koetje and fiance, Derek VanOrder.
Carol Graham underwent extensive urological testing in Ann Arbor on Thursday, April 10. Doctors determined that her bladder has lost its elasticity—resulting in damage to the kidneys. She will undergo injections to the bladder on May 9 at Trinity Health in Muskegon.
We extend our Christian sympathy to Susan and Bill Klemple upon the passing of Susan’s sister, Diane Umlor. Diane passed away on Saturday, April 12, at her home in East Jordan, Michigan.
Pam Siegersma will undergo surgery on Tuesday, April 15, at U of M Health West/Metro Hospital. Doctors will be replacing hardware in her neck—addressing additional vertebrae and the impact of pinched nerves. She is expected to remain hospitalized for two days. She will be in a restrictive neck brace for 12 weeksfor 12 weeks.
Congratulations to David and Lauryn Waterson (Clara) upon the birth of their daughter, Annika Marie. Annika was born on Saturday, April 12.
We extend our Chrstian sympathy to Phyllis and Don Roede upon the passing of Phyllis' brother, Cal Betten. Cal passed away on Sunday, March 2. A gathering to honor Cal's life will be held on Saturday, April 19, from 1:00-5:00P at Hudsonville Reformed Church.
Brady Bohl (five-year-old son of Zach and Katie) was encouraged by his recent counts in relationship to his cancerous tumor. For that reason, doctors proceeded with the third round of the most aggressive chemo Monday, April 7, through Friday, April 11. Please pray for ongoing healing, strength, and victory over the cancer.
Please pray for a couple traveling to intercede on behalf of an extended family member who is in a dangerous relationship and situation. Pray for the power of the Holy Spirit to provide protection, wisdom, and grace as they seek to provide rescue and relief.
We extend our Christian sympathy to Dave and Gloria Dekkinga upon the passing of Dave's father, John Dekkinga (Fellowship Friend at Home). John passed away on Monday, April 7. Visitation will take place on Monday, April 14, from 12:00-1:00P at Fellowship Church; the funeral will immediately follow at 1:00P. Additional Fellowship family includes a sister-in-law, Bonnie Beerens (Fellowship Friend at Home).
Laurie Wabeke will undergo an outpatient lumpectomy on Tuesday, April 15, at Corewell Blodgett. Doctors are optimistic that they will be able to remove the cancerous cells in their entirety.
Joel Bos underwent surgery on Monday, April 7, to remove a cataract from his left eye--while also performing a cornea transplant. Additionally, he struggles with chronic back pain.
Ruth Bolhuis is expected to return home on Monday, April 7, following therapy and care at Mary Free Bed for stroke-like symptoms. Please pray for increased strength and healing.
From April 5-11, these 16 participants from Fellowship and Trinity PCA will be headed to San Antonio, Belize, to encourage the believers, provide needed repairs to the school and community, and provide food and supplies to families within the community: Brian Boom, Jim Dunn, Sandy Heavener, Kelley Holst, Kiera Lubbers, Jeff Massom, Liv Massom, Will Massom, Colleen Potter, Troy Potter, Megan Rocha-Adams, Kyler Rodriguez, Lilian Rodriguez, Alexandra Terpstra, Jodi Terpstra, and Sarah VandenToorn.
We extend our congratulations to Wilma Zandstra as she celebrates her 91st birthday on Friday, April 11.
Beverly Mulder will undergo a total right knee transplant on Thursday, April 10, at Holland Community Hospital.
Tom and Amy Hower appreciate your prayers as they serve as caregivers for their son, Jonah (stage 5 kidney disease), their son, Joshua (deteriorating heart/lung function), Tom's dad, Bob (hospitalized with a bowel obstruction), and Amy's mom, Ruth Bolhuis (recovering from stroke-like symptoms). Please consider the following meal-train opportunity as they continue to care for their family: mealtrain.com/trains/edzo12