Compassionate Prayer

  
Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints. Psalm 116:15
Damian Jean Baptiste finished the race and is with the Lord. God used Damian’s faithful life to serve and change untold multitudes as a missionary to India and then to lead the ICOC churches in the Caribbean for many years. He had been fighting a very fast growing liver cancer since only last summer.

  
Everyone is invited to a memorial service at the Columbia Church of Christ (SC) building on Saturday, November 17, at 2:00 pm A dinner will follow for family members and out of town guests. An additional memorial service will be held in Bridgetown, Barbados on November 24.

  
Please keep his immediate family in your prayers: Karlene, Melanie,19 and Matthieu,16. Also be praying for the rest of the family, the Barbados church, all of our disciples in the Caribbean. and all of Damian’s many friends around the world.

  
If any church would like to help, the Columbia Church of Christ (SC) has set up a fund for the family medical bills, etc. Donations can be wired directly to the Columbia Church of Christ. If individuals would like to donate directly to the family, please contact Paul Ramsey at disciple73@aol.com and he will provide donation information. Please note that donations made by individuals to the family directly are not tax deductible.

  
May we follow Damian’s example as he shared his faith till the end, loving, serving and spreading God’s Good News of the sure hope we have in the risen Christ.

  
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day–and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:6-8
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Tammi Barnett’s 103 year old aunt passed. Please pray for the comfort of her families and all connected to her. FBlack

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  4. I spoke with Simone Irving this morning concerning her mother. Simone’s mom is now out of the hospital and improving. Please continue to pray for her recovery and the administrative/logistical responsibilities associated with any automobile accident. Anyone who has been in an accident can attest to all the details in speaking with insurace providers.

  5. Octavia is still in the hospital, resting and improving. She isn’t sure when she will be home, though.
    She appreciates all of our prayers!

    Please call or visit.
    Her phone number is: 404-686-4112

  8. As we face these struggles & challenges of every day life I just want to take a moment to give God praise & thanks for everything & all things. It is through “His,” will that we find perfect love, peace & happiness. No matter what you are going through. Stay faithful my friends. My heart & prayers are with you.
    Robbie T.

  9. Please pray for Rita Banks and family. Her father-in-law passed after suffering a stroke. Please pray for God to comfort their family during this time of need.

  10. Dear Church,
    Please pray for Lebanon and the disciples there. There was a bombing yesterday (Friday) morning in the crowded neighborhood of Ashrafieh in Beirut, killing at least three people and wounding scores more. From what I read this is also a Christian neighborhood. I am in touch with a sister there, and she said things are very bad. Her name is Betty Maamari. Please be praying for the safety of all the disciples there.

    Thank you
    Gathoni

  11. My close family friend, Donna Garner, had to have emergency heart surgery this past Saturday due to a tear in her the lining of her heart. She came through surgery well, but is still not out of the woods. She is currently in ICU for an undetermined amount of time and has a long road to recovery.
    Tamekia (TJ) Moore

  13. Dear heavenly Father I humbly come before you & ask not only for my forgiveness but to ask that you forgive us all of ourselves. We are sinful beings wicked by nature but do not consider us unworthy of your grace because of our own afflictions & iniquities. There are many of us who are sick that need your healing. Many of us are troubled & poverty stricken, some of us are suffering from loneliness & addiction, others are homeless, lost, incarcerated or just simply forgotten. Lord I pray that you deliver us from all the things of this world & our selfish ambitions that bind us but according to your will. Let us not be hindered from the challenging unpleasant & uncomfortable experiences we feel from this life. Allow us benevolent hearts to show compassion but strong enough to endure the despair, restore in us healthy able bodies capable of fulfilling our purpose & grant us willing spirits to not only recognize the example, in Christ Jesus who died for us, but the courage to act. May those of us in high position be humbled & content & may those of us in lower position gain patience & understanding. Let us not forsake the love, life & countless blessings given us. God I pray these thing all according to your everlasting faith. It is in “His,” holy precious name I consider it done. Amen. Robbie Talton

  15. Please pray for Arti and myself. She had a C-section today around 5:00 pm to give birth to our new daughter. We appreciate all your prayers. We are at the hospital now (Atlanta Medical Center used to be called Georgia Baptist). Actually, it’s right down the street from the church.
    Craig Thornton Cell: 678-814-9198

  16. Hi, I’m asking for prayers for a health issue I’ve been battling with intensely for the past 2 weeks and for a faith more powerful than I’ve ever had before. I’m so thankful for all the prayers and support over the past few weeks. God is amazing and a present help. Amen
    Christina Williams

  17. Hi Everyone,
    Joyce Perkins’ father passed away today. Please pray for Joyce and her family. Further details to follow. Thank you.
    Regards, KPerez

  19. Please be praying for Miss Lillian as we just received word that she is at Piedmont Hospital with complication due to her asthma.
    Nichelle Young

  21. Hi!! I spoke to Lillian a little while ago. Please pray for her patience with her present circumstance, for real healing!
    Pam Hill

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