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Prayer

"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."  1 Thess.5:16-18

It is the privilege of Covenant Church to connect with others through prayer ... and so we invite you to submit requests below or simply join us in the journey of praying with and for one another. We are blessed by many who join us in prayer from many places around the world as well as many from our own communities. Let's pray together with the certain hope that God will reveal Himself as we seek Him in prayer.

Prayer is central to the life of Covenant Church; it is our humble response to God’s sovereign grace and a means of communication with Him. Grounded in Scripture, we believe prayer does not change God’s will but aligns our hearts with it, as we seek His wisdom, mercy, and power through Christ alone (James 5:16; Philippians 4:6–7).
Through prayer, the Holy Spirit strengthens our faith, guides the church, and equips believers for faithful living, reminding us that apart from God we can do nothing (John 15:5), yet through Him we are invited to approach the throne of grace with confidence (Hebrews 4:16).  This prayer page is a place to share prayer requests and invite others to pray with you. If you are requesting prayer on behalf of someone else, please be sure you have their permission before posting. Please be thoughtful and respectful with the information you share.
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6/17 KILGORE: Continue travailing Ecclesia, we have received amazing news...a family member has stage 4 brain cancer and I have recommended Hope4Cancer Clinic in Mexico and we were accepted and were just informed, Dr. Anthony Jimenez, the founder of the clinic-> will be there & has scheduled us a private consultation, WHICH I believe IS a sign and wonder because of our consistent, steadfast prayer AND now of course, we are asking for Miracle Healing naturally ... as we journey through this present season in our lives!   Darlene

6/14 COSTELLO:  Please pray for Annie Baker and me as we leave Tuesday afternoon to drive to El Cajon, CA so she can donate her van to Rancho Santa Marta. We will go on to the ranch by bus with the rest of our group for the mission trip. Cathy

6/14 CLEPPER: Please pray that our financial situation changes. I stay faithful but we are growing. I can only work when Lucas has school and childcare is so expensive its not helping to work. I need the Lord to show me how  to make it without struggle or so much stress. Jennifer

6/14 ANONYMOUS:  Please pray for healing for cracked ribs that haven’t healed properly, bursitis in the hip, arthritis and other conditions in my body. We all know The Lord is in the restoration business and He will heal. Thank you for your prayers.

6/13 COVENANT CHURCH: Camp 3C for 2026 is done and what an amazing week it has been. A MASSIVE thank you to our incredible volunteers, leaders, and parents who made this week possible. We couldn't have done it without you! A special shout-out to our dedicated prayer team. They have been covering the camp in prayer for weeks. 

6/13 KILGORE: Praise report->we were notified by the specialized clinic yesterday and are making arrangements, since it will be out of the country. Please, keep interceding for finances for the medical care to continue to be available, as we TRUST Father God with ALL our hearts (Proverbs 3:5-6). AND for our safety-> in all facets of this journey, plane flights etc. Also, Divine Wisdom for the physicians with whom we will be entering care. PTL this is a Godly clinic with men & women who have hearts FOR God, which obviously eases a 'little stress' accompanied with 'any affliction'. Thank you all in advance for BEING such GREAT Prayer Warriors, alongside me & my family, I deeply appreciate each & everyone one of you for you KNOW "I still believe IN Miracles AND the Power of Prayer" :) !!! Darlene

6/12 LITTLE: Please pray for 14 year old Ethan. Just diagnosed w/ a cancerous mass in his leg.   He is my brother's grandson.  Also keep his mom Melissa … grandparents John and Tammy in your prayers as they take this journey with him.  They appreciate all your prayers! Donna

6/12 BOMBECK: My sister in law’s sister, Sandy, passed away peacefully. Please pray for comfort for the family. They are crushed. Jan

6/11 BOMBECK: Please pray for my sister in law’s sister Sandy.  Aunt Bev’s sister, Sandy, needs prayers now and going forward. She needs a liver transplant, immediately!!  She was transferred to a ICU Unit in a Pittsburgh hospital from their Johnstown small hospital where was for a week, she has pneumonia and fluid build up in her body, especially her legs and kidneys.  They her have on dialysis and now have her intubated her for her breathing.  She needs a liver transplant but she is too weak and sick to even consider surgery. On behalf of my brother and sister in law, we thank you for your prayers. Jan

6/11 READING: Just celebrate God's grace and glory.  By the hand of God, I passed my 2 year milestone of being melanoma free.  I now have 6 month visits.  His presence is palpable and my prayer is for my brothers and sisters at Covenant to know Him more deeply.  Andrew

6/9 COVENANT CHURCH: Camp 3C has had an amazing start! Thanks to everyone that prayed and continues to do so!

6/9  KILGORE: Please, travail for a miracle healing first & foremost! If Father decides, as our Great Physician to use His good physician's to heal the current afflictions of my family, I ask for Guidance from The Holy Spirit for Leading Directly ->to which clinic & physician's to focus on AND the finances to get there ASAP. TIA my prayer warriors, and decree along with me as I declare Psalm 23 and listen to "Still Waters" by Leanna Crawford to bring me peace in The Eye of The Storm (another good song by Ryan Stevenson). Darlene

6/7 COVENANT CHURCH: Camp 3C begins tomorrow! The building is decorated and ready! Pray that the seeds planted this week will continue to grow and spread throughout the community!

6/7 DUDT: Please pray for the persecuted church around the world.   Historically, the church has come under persecution wherever the church takes root. From history, we know of the severe persecution suffered by the early church.   In I Peter 1, the Apostle Peter encourages the church which was scattered throughout Asia Minor.  The persecution suffered then was only the beginning.  Christians had and continue to suffer while advancing the kingdom of God today throughout Europe, Africa, the Orient, and even in the Americas.   As in the early church, Christians continue to be displaced, murdered, tortured, and suffer many other types of indignities.  As the Apostle Peter encouraged the church to persist in their faith, may we continue to pray the same prayers of encouragement, blessing, and safety for those who give so much for Christ’s kingdom.   Arnie

6/6 MCMAHON: Prayers for Mike Rose. Son in law of Elena and Jim McMahon. Possible brain cancer. In Cleveland Clinic. For the family and health team too. Elena

6/6 NICHOLS: Please pray for the mother father and there 2 children who were burned in the fire in Sharon last night. They are family of our neighbor. Marsha

6/5 STAUFFER: Please pray for Jim Miller who is in University Hospital in Cleveland where he has been diagnosed with a fast growing cancer in his head and neck. To clarify, there is no indication that the cancer has spread to his brain, and they are developing a plan to address it in order to slow it down. We obviously pray for Jim's complete healing, but also that an effective plan will be developed with wisdom to treat this cancer! Also pray for Mary who recently had major back surgery and her care as she cares for Jim! We pray for peace for them as well as they take this journey! Pastor Rick

6/5 KRUSE: Please pray for me to get one of the jobs for which I have applied. Calvin

6/1 SERAKOWSKI: Please pray for all the people involved in the double car crash at Connelly and Stambaugh.  Ron

6/1 COVENANT CHURCH: ONE week until CAMP3C! The church is abuzz with activity! Pray for the leaders, volunteers, and the campers.

5/30 KILGORE: Please, just continue to keep me & my family in prayer as we navigate health issues -> that we seek Father God's Guidance on where to go for answers & as we continue to pray for SOZO - for I STILL Believe in Miracles!!!  TIA all my prayer warriors- because I also still BELIEVE IN The POWER of prayer!!!!!!! Darlene

5/28 SERAKOWSKI: Please pray for my friend Susan Demarzo. She is very sick with flu like symptoms. She needs divine healing that can only come from the King. Ron

5/26 COVENANT CHURCH: We rejoice this morning over the birth of Lorelei Rose McBride at 8:33 AM. She weighs in at 7lbs 10oz and is 20 inches long ... both baby and mom are doing well!!

5/24 ELLIS: UPDATE:  I met with two of the specialists last week.   So far, they have found several pieces of the puzzle but haven't figured out how they all fit together yet.  Some of the tests are still pending and I still have to see a couple more doctors so the search and waiting continues. Praise the Lord my blood condition has changed some but is still benign.  We just have to continue to monitor it closely. Thank you all so much for your prayers and your support, please keep them coming as I continue with the tests and doctors in my search for answers and, hopefully, a treatment to help me feel better.   God is good and whatever comes, I know He's walking with me so I will be ok. Teri

5/21 ZIPPIE: This is on Randy’s new CaringBridge page. If you would like to see updates, you can click on this link. We are in the ICU again today, but many improvements - they came and did some small PT with him (moving his arms, legs, and moved him into his chair to sit up). He's been talking a bit more, but is still very tired. The ultimate goal is to have him be awake during the day and sleep during the night (but they run a lot of tests at night). If all goes well and we are lucky we will be out of the ICU soon! :) Thank you for continuing to pray! Kim 

5/21 KILGORE:  Good morning prayer warriors, I come before you asking those who truly believe in The Power of Prayer to join me the next 40 days taking a moment each day at noon to lift a prayer for me and all those in need of Father God's healing Hand, spirit, soul & body, while declaring Isaiah 53:4 In Jesus precious Name, Amen & AMEN. Darlene

5/20 STAUFFER: Joe Kelley is in Sharon Regional with pneumonia and AFib. Please pray for strength and healing! Rick

5/18 ZIPPIE: Please pray for Randy Veccia as he’s still in the ICU due to low oxygen. Pray for total peace and encouragement for Randy, Megan, and their family. Kim

5/18 DUDT: Please continue to pray for the persecuted church worldwide.  In countries like the Central African Republic (CAR), persecution can become so intense there is a valid decision to be made.  Would it be best for God’s kingdom to flee to a safer spot or to remain where one has lived and provide a witness in very difficult circumstances?   This decision is never easy and carries with it much conflict for believers in these areas.  Both can be legitimate options.  In one instance, Pastor Patrick Sylvian of CAR believed he received word from God to stay-a decision which ultimately nearly cost him his life-but did leave him permanent injured at the hands of his persecutors.   Pastor Sylvian’s ministry is focused on prayer for the churches in his community to remain strong in their faith and remain forward thinking in bringing the Gospel to their unsaved neighbors.  May we equally pray for these churches as this pastor is praying.  Source: Voice of the Martyrs. Arnie  

5/18 COVENANT CHURCH: Our sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Olivia Griffin, a former member.  She passed away on May 16th.

5/16 ELLIS: I have been seeing several specialists for some abnormal bloodwork and worsening symptoms of pain and fatigue.   I have an "autoimmune systemic process" happening and some abnormal blood counts, as well as diminished kidney function and anemia.   I meet with rheumatology on Thursday to discuss preliminary testing results and, hopefully, a treatment plan.   I also have to follow up with oncology because there is concern that a previously diagnosed pre-cancerous condition may be changing in a not-so-good way.   I would appreciate your prayers for wisdom and clarity for the physicians and medical staff and for courage and strength for me to deal with whatever path I need to walk with this.   I believe in the power of prayer and I know that wherever my journey leads, my Savior is walking with me.   Thank you Covenant family.   Teri

5/16 KILGORE: Praise report, Kristen's surgery went well and she is at home.  We will be waiting for the biopsy report in a week or so. Thank you to all my prayer warriors. Like with The Veccias I truly BELIEVE IN The POWER of Prayer!!!!! Darlene

5/16 ZIPPIE:  Please pray for Randy‘s scans and bloodwork to show stabilization so that he can be moved from the ICU to the step-down unit today. Megan and Randy are so grateful for our prayers! Let us pray without ceasing! Kim

5/15 BOMBECK: Please join us praising God for the birth of Amelia and restored health of Alyse, They are now home! Thank you for all the support this week! Blessings on all our Covenant family! Jan

5/15 LITTLE: Prayers please for my brother Dale, and his kids,  Danny, Lisa, and Mike. My sister-in-law Linda went peacefully to be with her savior last night.  They are of course mourning for their loss but happy for her gain.   Thanks for all your prayers!💕 Donna

5/14 ZIPPIE: Update on Randy Veccia: Praising God that the surgery went well and the surgeon from Croatia (where they spent time last summer doing mission work), was able to do the procedure as expected. They will hopefully be able to see Randy in a few hours. Megan gave the surgeon a note of thanks, and he asked her how she knew it would go well? She told him that she had faith, and believed God had chosen him to do Randy’s surgery. She also told him there were over 100 people praying for him throughout the surgery! To God be the glory! Kim

5/14 COVENANT CHURCH: Keep Randy Veccia in prayer today for his heart surgery.

5/14 COVENANT CHURCH: Mike Luteran will have  surgery today. Please keep he and Vicki in prayer.

5/13 COVENANT CHURCH: Please pray for Randy Veccia. His surgery is tomorrow. There is a sign-up to have around the clock prayer for him on Thursday, May 14th.  Randy is one of our mission partners.

5/13 BOMBECK:  Thank you Covenant family for all the love and prayers. While Amelia is doing just fine, momma is still not feeling too well. She is on her third unit of blood and is getting better little by little. There are still concerns with he oxygen level and pulse rate so please keep praying for healing. She has asked me to thank everyone for covering her in prayer. Jan 

5/13 KILGORE: My daughter Kristen is having major surgery today @ The Cleveland Clinic, I covet your prayers, asking that the surgeons may discover the 'root cause' of her awful grand-mal seizures-> AND that she may recover & her health return completely in Jesus Precious Name I pray, Amen. Darlene

5/12 BOMBECK: Thank you Covenant family for all the love and prayers. While Amelia is doing just fine, momma is still not feeling too well. She is on her third unit of blood and is getting better little by little. There are still concerns with he oxygen level and pulse rate so please keep praying for healing. She has asked me to thank everyone for covering her in prayer. Jan

5/12 BOMBECK: Covenant family, please pray for Alyse. She has had internal bleeding and is in need of more blood. Please pray for healing! Thank you, Jan

5/11 BOMBECK:  Praise God and thank you Covenant Church family for your prayers ! Amelia Lucille Robinson is born. Everyone is well. Jan

5/11 SZABO:  The CT scan is done. Now waiting 7-10 days to get the results. Thanks for all your prayers. Cathy

5/11 SZABO: I am having a CT scan this afternoon and covet your prayers and that it will give clear and concise answers. Hoping that no intervention will be needed. Thank you in advance. It is scheduled for 2:30. Cathy

5/8 CAMP 3C: It is ONE MONTH until camp begins! We need your prayers for this summer's "Kingdom Quest." It is truly where our help comes from! Please pray with and for us. If you would like to join the camp prayer email list, click here.

5/8 COVENANT CHURCH: For teacher appreciation week, we celebrated teachers as people who have answered a quiet calling. We honored the seeds they've planted in students who are still growing. We acknowledged the unseen hours, the faithful pouring out that no one applauds. We marveled at the future being shaped right now, in their hands. And we say, simply and sincerely, thank you. If you missed these posts, be sure to follow the church's Facebook page.

A Prayer for Teachers
For every teacher who walked into a classroom this week tired, may you be filled.
For every teacher who poured out kindness no one returned, may you be poured into.
For every teacher who saw a child no one else was seeing, may that same gentle attention rest on you.
For every teacher who wondered if any of it was making a difference, may you be granted the quiet assurance that it is, far more than you'll ever know.
For every teacher whose work goes uncelebrated, may heaven keep the record straight.
For every teacher carrying weight beyond the classroom, may your burdens grow lighter and your joy grow deeper.
May your work be fruitful. May your patience be renewed. May your hearts be guarded. May your homes be peaceful. May the seeds you've planted bloom in lives you may never see — and may the harvest, in time, return to you.
Thank you, teachers. You are loved. You are seen. You are appreciated  this week, and every week, and far beyond. A special shout-out to all the Covenant Church teachers!
Amen. 

5/7  COVENANT CHURCH: Please pray for Randy Veccia. He  will need heart surgery next week. There is a sign-up to have around the clock prayer for him on Thursday, May 14th.  

4/30 READING: My nephew's wife, Tori, was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma.  She went through 6 treatments of chemo and completed a month ago. They were optimistic, but PET scan showed what was 3 cm in November at 7cm today. A 3rd has appeared.  They are going to biopsy lymph nodes to see if they are dealing with some hybrid Hodgkins.  Surgery date TBD.  She just gave birth to their son a couple months ago who came through the treatments well. His name is William Reading. Andrew

4/29 COVENANT CHURCH: Camp3C registration is now open for new campers! As we open registration, join is in prayer as we place it in God's hands. Go before us and prepare the hearts of every child and family God is calling to be part of this week. Provide all that is needed: campers, helpers, resources. Let this be more than sign-ups; let it be the beginning of something life-changing. May every registration represent a story You are writing, a life You are shaping, and a heart being drawn closer to You. Camp is for students finishing Kindergarten through 6th grade. Information is available on the camp  page. 

4/29 DUDT: Pray for the persecuted church worldwide.  Many places where Christians are persecuted are in countries like Nepal which are “collectivist cultures” where the head of the family or a community leader makes decisions for the whole family or community.   Thus, when one person of a family becomes a Christian, they are often treated as outcasts to the whole community.  Many are not able to work or even reside in their original home for fear of harm from even their family members.   Often these Christians have little support from the local church because there may not be a local church.  As Pastor Rick noted in our recent study in Acts, sometimes whole households can be saved during one event (Acts 16:14-15).  This situation still may be a problem in many places like Nepal for the family, however; this situation brings built in support for the family.  Pray for safety of individuals and families who come to Christ in difficult places.   Source: Voice of the Martyrs.   Arnie

4/29 SERAKOWSKI: Praise God! No nightmares last night. Thanks to everyone who prayed for me! Ron

4/27 SERAKOWSKI: Please pray for my ex wife, Lorrie. Her mother just died and I'm hoping she comes back to Christ. Ron

4/27 SERAKOWSKI: Please pray that all the nightmares I've been having will stop. Ron

4/25 STAUFFER: Please pray for the family and friends of Connie Troy a former member of Covenant who had relocated to Virginia. Connie went to be with the Lord on 4/22 after a battle with cancer. Her services will be on April 30 at Donaldson-Mohney Funeral Home. Visitation from 4-6 with service at 6. Pastor Rick

4/22 BOMBECK: Thank you Covenant family prayer warriors and thanks be to God for answering our prayers! Millie has turned herself head down into position and everything is looking good! Jan

4/21 COSTELLO: Please pray for Shelly Wygant as she is facing health issues. Cathy

4/20 COSTELLO: Please pray for Frank’s good friend, Keith, who’s had 2 strokes in the last two weeks. He’s in a Pittsburgh hospital and they’re not sure what the next step will be. We ask for wisdom and discernment for the doctors and peace in the waiting for Keith and his family. Cathy

4/20 KILGORE:  Please, if anyone knows someone who lives in or near Pocatello Idaho, I am forced to make an appointment soon with Dr. Jason West's Clinic for my symptoms from this autoimmune dysfunction have exacerbated and I feel I can't wait much longer.  I am planning by the end of the month to secure an appointment. it is an outpatient clinic so I must find housing for at least two weeks. "I still believe in miracles" SO Ecclesia "Don't Stop Praying" ... I am asking Father God to give me clarity as to 'how He choses to heal completely' and this has been one of the only options, other than SUPERnatural, I am aware of, TIA all prayer warriors :) Darlene

4/19 BOMBECK: Continue praying for Alyse and Millie as we approach delivery May 11. Jan

4/16 DALESSANDRO: Regarding the relationships God has blessed me with, the discernment to know when to speak and when to listen 🙏🏽  David

4/15 FABIAN: Just letting everyone know that John Fabian is coming home from Addison on Thursday… Just pray he keeps getting stronger and stronger and doing better every day. Thank you for all your prayers. Brenda

4/14 ANONYMOUS: Praise - our mother’s surgery went well. Thank you for those of you who prayed for her. Please continue to keep her in prayer for healing, as she has some time to recover still.

4/14 ANONYMOUS: Please keep our mother in prayer as she will be having surgery Tuesday. It’s been a process and she’s been in a lot of pain these last months. Please pray that everything would go well, and pray for a smooth and quick healing/recovery. Thank you in advance.

4/13 FLEET:  Praises and thanks to Tom’s cardiologist. This morning we traveled to UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. A long day because of a mistake on timing on THEIR scheduling. Conversion because of A-fib was successful. A little angel sat on my shoulder as I drove a scenic route through rush hour traffic. I silently thought: we are safe, it might not be my way, but we WILL get home. Smiling, our children lived in Mt. Washington, so we traveled WHERE WE KNEW….bingo! Thank you to choir and worship team and a few others that knew. Cheryl

4/13 COVENANT CHURCH:  Please pray for renewed physical strength and increased mobility for Dale Grove, that he may experience the ease of movement and the ability to navigate his facility ease and independence.

4/12 HOMER: Thank you for your prayers! Jill had surgery around 9:30 this morning,  and is already heading home. She's still in quite a bit of pain, but hopefully the worst is over. Joanie

4/12 HOMER: My niece Jill seems to be on the right track with her back pain. But last night she had an appendix attack. She's having surgery some time today. Please pray for her. Joanie

4/9 LITTLE: Please keep my sister-in-law Linda in prayer … she will start with hospice at home tomorrow. She’s decided to stop the treatments as they were not helping. She said she’s ready to go be with Jesus.  Thank you for praying with me through her journey. 🙏🏻🩷Donna

4/6 SHEPPARD: My knee and sciatica back pain are causing me major grief, and I fly out Thursday the 9th to Florida to babysit my 2 grandbaby boys. I am seeing my orthopedic doctor and chiropractor tomorrow morning, praying for relief, stamina and healing please. Gail

4/6 STAUFFER: Mary Miller had extensive back surgery on Friday April 3rd. We praise God that this surgery went well and that Mary can already feel a difference as a result of the surgery. But we continue to pray for her healing in the very long recovery process, and for Jim as he cares for her.  Pastor Rick 

4/6 COVENANT CHURCH: Our sympathy is extended to the friends and family of Bonnie Bika.  Always holding a little one and smiling, she was a fixture in our Mother's Day Out program for many years.

4/2 SERAKOWSKI: Wanted to pray for David and Rachel Dalessandro. To keep them on God's mind for whatever needs they may have at this time and for protection in the future. Ron

4/1 HUTCHINSON: Update on my mom (Annette). Doctor said  that they were able to go through the wrist.  All is good and no blockages. Ashley

4/1 HOMER: Update on Jill. She loves her new doctor! He's researching her condition, and feels it's muscle, not disc related. And her eye is improving too. Thanks for all your prayers! Joanie

3/31 HUTCHINSON: Please pray for my mom (Annette) she is having heart cath tomorrow April 1. She has to be there at 8 please pray that everything goes ok. Ashley

3/31 DALESSANDRO: Hi friends  of Covenant. Thank you so much for all the wonderful prayers, cards, meals and visits we received after our car accident. We are both healing faster than the doctors said we would. That is because of all the love and prayers given for our healing. God sure was with us and very glad we were in a Subaru! Love you all, Bev and Dave

3/30 BOMBECK: Thank you all for your prayers for Alyse. Her non stress test was good. Fever is gone and she went to work this morning. Jan

3/30 BOMBECK: Please pray for Alyse. She’s been very sick for the past week and is getting worse. This is in addition to all the pregnancy sickness she has had. Now it seems she has some kind of nasty virus. Thank you Covenant Prayer Warriors. Jan

3/29 FLEET:  Thank you to our church family. I TRULY felt each one during the four days. Carol and David Johns’ celebration of life service was joyous and a few tears were shed.  Afterwards we returned to their house where neighbors and church family shared stories. Seven of us attended church in Sun City, AZ this morning. One more hurdle: return the rental car safely filled w/$4.99 a gallon gas….and get on the plane for Cleveland. I am SO glad that I could be there. Again, thank YOU. Cheryl

3/27 HOMER:  Please pray for my niece, Jill. She has had terrible back and hip pain for close to a year. They've had her on so much medication, its caused a hemorrhage in her eye. She's on her way to a retina specialist. Pray for healing and answers. Joanie

3/27 FLEET:  Good Friday morning from Peoria, AZ. Long yesterday, but God placed a humorous gent traveling w/his soccer daughter beside me. The four hours in flight went smoothly w/pictures, stories, and jokes🩷It is unusually for me to be the quiet one. Small world: my BIL’s brother is Rick Johns. We knew each other from our past. Trivia: Patty Norris and Jim sang at Rick’s wedding. Continued prayers that God and GPS get me where I need to go. Wave a palm branch for me. Cheryl

3/26 LITTLE: My brother Dale called me last night with the update for his wife Linda. Unfortunately they are able to treat the cancer with a chemo pill but there are two other things they have no treatment for.  Her doctor was hesitant to tell them that patients usually only survive 6 months after diagnosis.   Linda said she is ok with that.  She’s ready to go be with her Lord. This is so hard for the family…. Keep them all in your prayers and of course thank you so much for praying along the way. 🩷Donna

3/26 FLEET: This morning began early for both of the Fleets. Yesterday a friend told me to be 4 hours before my flight to Arizona….12 min through TSA….so after several cups of coffee, a 30 minute walk, I sit waiting to fly to Arizona. BTW: my sweet gent made it home safely to Greenville. My BIL and sister’s celebration of life is Saturday. Thank YOU for your prayers. Cheryl

3/26 SZABO: Thank you to  everyone that prayed for me today. Everything went well and I didn't any intervention!!! I could feel the prayers which gave me a Great sense of peace. Cathy

3/24 LITTLE: Just an update on my sister-in-law Linda…She seems to be on an up swing. She’s tolerating her first  round of chemo.   She has a long way to go with them so keep that detail in you prayers for her. Thank you all so much!  \ o /  Donna

3/24 SZABO: I am having a heart catheterization tomorrow (Wed. March 25 th) at 11:00. I covet your prayers. Hopefully at the most they will only need to place a stent or stents. Prayers for wisdom and for the hands of the Dr. and all those taking care of me. Also for Bob as he is waiting to see what needs to be done. Thank you in advance for any and all prayers. Cathy

3/22 COSTELLO: Please pray for our neighbor, Dave, who had a stroke recently. He has double vision, he’s walking with a walker and has some memory loss. Cathy

3/20 LITTLE:  Please pray for my Sister-in-law Linda …. She has had many health issues the past few years ..now she’s diagnosed w/ leukemia.  Started blood transfusions today. Pray for my Brother Dale and their 3 kids as they walk this  road with her … they all love the Lord.  Thank you 🙏🏻💕Donna

3/20 STAUFFER:  Please pray for Bonnie Donley who is battling with an ongoing urinary tract infection as well as a stomach issue. Please pray for healing for her body and encouragement for her mind and spirit! Pastor Rick

3/19 ELLIS: PRAISE THE LORD!  Baby Callie was released from the hospital a short while ago and is now settling in at home with her mom and dad.   Thank you Covenant family for your prayers for Callie and our family.   Thank you Lord for healing baby Callie and strengthening her tiny body please bless her as she continues to grow.  Teri

3/19 STAUFFER: Update on Ashley ... she has had a brain aneurysm and is still in critical condition, though stable. Continue to pray for her healing and for the presence of God to be tangible to her and her family in these hard days of waiting. Pastor Rick

3/17 STAUFFER: Please pray for Ashley … the sister of a friend of mine who was life-flighted last night with a brain bleed. Praying for her healing and awareness of the presence and love of God. Pastor Rick

3/14 STAUFFER: Please pray for friends and family of Bruce Whitney who has gone to be with the Lord. Bruce will be greatly missed! Pastor Rick

3/14 FABIAN: John Fabian is now at Addison care facility in Masury Ohio in room 215.please pray for healing and John to get stronger. Brenda

3/12 ELLIS: My Godson and his wife welcomed a baby girl into the world today.  Baby Callie made her entrance about 5 weeks early.  She was doing well for the first 6 hours or so and then she went into respiratory distress.   They have moved baby Callie into the NICU, she is in a CPAP, IV antibiotics, feeding tube and oxygen.  That's all we know at this time. Please keep her mom and dad, Bailey and Ricky, and baby Callie in your prayers that God will strengthen her little body and clear up her lungs so she can breathe on her own.  I ask this in the Mighty name of Jesus! Amen! Teri

3/11 FABIAN: John is having the surgery for the permanent dialysis catheter and then Friday he is going to Addison  for rehab. Brenda

3/11 BRADLEY: I returned Saturday from a 3-week business trip in Asia--my ears have still not opened from the flights and the congestion that I had for most of the trip has gotten much worse.  Please pray for a speedy recovery.  Derek

3/11 MILD: Thank you for your prayers for my brother-in-law Dan Wolf.  They were able to do the ablation of his heart this morning and they sent him home to rest till Monday.   He is 80 and still working at Vitos which is Florida's hospice.  He love his job and wants to continue working till he can't.  Carolyn

3/10 SZABO: Prayers requested for the appointment I have tomorrow with a cardiologist at 8:45. Prayers for clear direction. Thank you in advance. -Cathy

3/10 COVENANT CHURCH: Dalessandro update: Dave is good but sore. Bev is healing and anticipating some PT in a rehabilitation center.

3/10  MILD: My brother-in-law is going into surgery this morning for heart ablation.  Please say a prayer that all goes well for Dan and that this procedure will stop the heart problems he is having.  Thank you! Carolyn

3/7 STAUFFER: Bev Dalessandro had wrist surgery today which went really well!! We praise the Lord for God's continued care on Dave and Bev both after this bad auto accident on Thursday! Pastor Rick

3/7 STAUFFER: Dave Dalessandro went home yesterday PTL … continue to pray for broken ribs and sternum.  Bev is having surgery on her wrist today … with expected plates and screws. Please pray for her complete healing. They so appreciate your prayers! Pastor Rick
 
3/6 COVENANT CHURCH: Update on the Dalessandros: A huge praise that the accident was not much worse and they are both doing well for what they have experienced. Dave has a broken sternum and ribs. Bev has a broken sternum, ribs, and wrist. Thank you for all the prayers.

3/5 FABIAN:  John Fabian is back in hospital with pain from the edema and now found out he has to have dialysis for fluid retention. And he needs to go back into a rehab facility to get stronger and be able to walk again. Brenda

3/5 STAUFFER: Please pray for Bev and Dave Dalessandro who were in a car accident today (3/5). They have been taken to the hospital for apparent broken bones and generally banged up bodies. They are stable and appreciate your prayers for healing. Pastor Rick

3/5 FLEET: Thank you to our church prayer warriors. My sister, Carol, is now in heaven….a month to the day that her husband died. Her children, and my sister, Connie, and I are very much at peace. Cheryl

3/3 FLEET: Hospice of the Valley in Phoenix is Carol (Callis) Johns’ new home. She is no pain and breathing tubes were removed. Thank you all for your prayers. Again, the past three months, Carol and I had lengthy and beautiful talks during David’s cancer journey. I KNOW where she is going and I rejoice for her. Cheryl

3/2 MILD: Our sister-in-law, Rosanne saw a doctor in Pittsburgh about the cancer in her breast.  They are going to do surgery  April 10 to remove the tumor and she may or may not need any radiation.  It depends on what they find. The tumor was discovered during her routine mammogram.   Thanks for your prayers. Carolyn

2/27 FLEET: Today’s update from Arizona. My sister Carol’s MRI revealed 1/3 of her brain is damaged from the stroke. Left side paralysis will be permanent. The breathing tube is still doing the work. Both Connie and I offered to go out, but Amy will soon have her 2 brothers there by her side. “Difficult conversations are taking place, Aunt Cheryl.” Please pray for Amy, Rob, and Andrew. Cheryl

2/26 FLEET: May prayers continue for the medical staff. My sister, Carol, had a stroke. The news from our niece is not encouraging. Thank you so much. Cheryl

2/25 FLEET: Prayer warriors: my sister, Carol, went into respiratory failure during the night. She was intubated and the pneumonia is still a concern. Later today, staff will attempt to remove excess fluids and see if she is able to handle breathing on her own. My niece has also been made aware of POSSIBLE sepsis. My prayers are also for my niece. Amy has dealt w/her brother’s and father’s death during the past six months. Amy’s school district in Florida, has been very supportive. Cheryl

2/24 FLEET: Prayers for my sister, Carol, and her health team in Arizona. Yesterday she was taken by ambulance to the hospital. Her neighbors and friends from Spokane, WA are with her. She has had 2 blood transfusions and the staff needs to discover the source of bleeding. David, her husband died Feb 4. Cheryl

2/21  MILD: Please pray for our sister-in-law Roxanna Mild as she has a reoccurrence of breast cancer.  She will be traveling to Pittsburgh this week to meet with doctors.  Thanks for lifting up Roxanna to our Lord!   Carolyn

2/21 ANONYMOUS: Please pray against severe oppression and invasive thoughts. for mercy and grace and salvation for my family and g and j.

2/17 KILGORE: Asking for prayer for all those being diagnosed with cancer.  A local pastor Joe has been diagnosed with Liver Cancer, please lift him and all others during this trying, difficult time. AND-Continue to travail for miracles, whether it be SUPERnatural by the touch of God OR natural with Godly physician's like Dr. Anthony Jimenez & those @ HOPE4CANCER, -> who in fact are seeing amazing results treating The Whole person with Godly Wisdom & wholistic means gleaned from Scripture.  Darlene

2/17 COVENANT CHURCH: Lent begins tomorrow (2/18). Make the next 40 days filled with purpose for the mission God has for you including reflection and preparation. Lent is more than a tradition; it is a 40-day spiritual reset modeled after the early Church and Jesus’ time in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11). It is a season to strip away distractions and refocus on God. 

Consider taking small actions to live out the biblical themes of repentance and preparation. Try these three practical shifts:

  • Fast with Focus: Don't just give up a habit; replace it. If you cut out social media or a specific food, use that reclaimed time or money for prayer and reflection.

  • Prioritize Silence: Dedicate ten minutes a day to "wilderness time"—quiet prayer where you listen more than you speak.

  • Extend the Hand: Practice radical generosity. Whether through donations or acts of service, move your faith from your head to your hands.

The ashes of Lent remind us of our mortality (Genesis 3:19), but they also prepare us for the fire of the Resurrection. We empty ourselves now so that we can be filled with the joy of Easter.


2/15 MCCANN: Please pray for a family that tragically lost a husband with 4 children and one on the way. They are beyond devastated. Kathy

2/15 COVENANT CHURCH: During today's worship service, we heard an update on one of the missions we support, YoungLife! Their mission is to enter the world of kids to build genuine relationships to point towards Jesus. They meet the kids on their turf and empower students to be leaders in their schools and love kids regardless of their response. The current prayer requests are three-fold: that the current ministries in the school would continue to grow and stabilize, that new ministries develop, and that more local adults would be involved and would support YL.

2/13 COSTELLO: Please pray for our great granddaughter, Frankie, who burned her hand badly this morning when she grabbed her mom’s curling iron. She was treated at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh and she’s doing fine at this point. Please pray for fast healing and no infection. Thank you, Cathy and Frank

2/13 BAKER: Please keep Ruth Alfonso in prayer as she is having surgery today. Annie

2/8 STAUFFER: Gwen had surgery and did great. They kept her overnight. They will let her know if there are any stones lodged in the tube from the gallbladder. That would be another surgery later. Daneen
 
2/6 COVENANT CHURCH: Bonnie Donley is home and doing well.

2/6 COVENANT CHURCH: Evelyn Spears is undergoing PT at Grove Manor.

2/6 STAUFFER: Please pray for my sister, Gwen Rohde. After having waves of abdominal pain for a few weeks, she is hospitalized and tests revealed gall stones. They are talking about possible surgery but there's too much inflammation right now. Pray for the inflammation to go down, wisdom for the doctors to get to the bottom of this so it does not exacerbate her autoimmune issues. Thank you, Daneen.